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That depends on lots more than the mobo!. Mine does 1518.
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Only if you have an IDE Zip drive.
I've built 10 PC's around this board and have had 0 problems. I think it is an excellent value.
Of course like any other product there are bad stories, too. I would say that if it's features meet your needs then get it.