MB Advice

My Abit IS7-E has served me well but it's getting a little long in the tooth. Can anyone recommend a good motherboard for a new build? I haven't looked at hardware much in a couple of years.

I'm looking for 2 SATA ports, firewire, Onboard LAN, onboard sound/video not necessary. I know this probably describes most boards available which is why I'm not getting much further in my search.

I'm going to go read about SLI because I have no idea what that is.

Any recommendations appreciated and I've had Abit and Asus boards I've liked in the past.

Thanks!

I like the asus p5k range for a quality mid range motherboard

I'd vote for the abit IP35 Pro if you decide to go crossfire instead of SLI. Great board, lots of features, excellent price right now @ the egg.

Thanks

Thanks for the responses. I may go with a Shuttle system so no mb choice. I did like the look of the IP35.