Abit has attempted to go where no manufacturer has gone before, while the IT7 is mainly aimed towards the niche market, it is a solid board with many features. Featuring onboard 4 Channel RAID, USB 2.0, Firewire, Ethernet, and 6 channel audio, the MAX IT7 is a great board for everyday use. While the performance is a tad short compared to its counterpart, itÂ’s not a real noticeable amount. Nonetheless for a price of $156 lowest on Price Watch, the MAX IT7 is a good buy considering the integrated features.