Internal I/O
| USB 2.0 connectors |
3 |
| TPM connector |
Y |
| ATX Power connector (24-pin) |
Y |
| Serial port headers |
1 |
| Front panel audio connector |
Y |
| Chassis intrusion connector |
Y |
| CPU fan connector |
Y |
| Number of chassis fan connectors |
3 |
| EPS power connector (8-pin) |
Y |
| Number of SATA III connectors |
6 |
| USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors |
1 |
BIOS
| BIOS type |
UEFI |
| Clear CMOS jumper |
Y |
Back panel I/O ports
| S/PDIF out port |
Y |
| Microphone in |
Y |
| Headphone outputs |
1 |
| PS/2 ports quantity |
2 |
| USB 3.1 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity |
2 |
Memory
| Supported memory module capacities |
8GB |
| Memory slots type |
DIMM |
| Memory channels |
Dual |
| Number of memory slots |
4 |
| Maximum internal memory |
32 GB |
| Supported memory types |
DDR3-SDRAM |
Expansion slots
| PCI slots |
2 |
| PCI Express x16 (Gen 2.x) slots |
2 |
| PCI Express x1 (Gen 2.x) slots |
2 |
Performance
| Component for |
PC |
| Motherboard chipset family |
AMD |
| Motherboard southbridge |
AMD SB950 |
Additionally
| Ethernet LAN connection |
Y |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
1 |
| Chipset |
AMD 970 |
Socket AM3+, AMD 970 & SB950 Chipset, 4 x DDR3 up to 32GB, 1 x Gigabit Ethernet, 6 x SATA, 2 x PCI-Express x16, 2 x PCI-Express x1, 2 x PCI
<b>MAKING YOUR LIFE EASIER IS OUR BUSINESS</b>
The PRO Series motherboards fit in any PC. Quality you can trust with top performance and clever business solutions are key aspects of these motherboards. Make your life easier and boost your business with the super stable, reliable and long-lasting PRO Series motherboards.
<b>2x FASTER</b>
<b>MSI USB 3.1 GEN2</b>
Transferring your favorite games, music and movies over USB has never been faster. USB 3.1 enables lightning fast transfer speeds up to 10Gb/s!
<b>Benefits</b>
- 2X faster than USB 3.1 Gen1
- 20X faster than USB 2.0
- Up to 10Gbps data transfer bandwidth
- Boost transfer rate for your PC and peripherals
<b>Military Class essentials</b>
The core of Military Class 4 is based on the essentials which increase your stability in the worst conditions. The humidity protection and high temperature protection ensure your system surviving each environment, no matter how harsh. The new structure of the PCB limits EMI radiation. On top of that all the connectors have ESD protection in order to prevent short circuit.
<b>Humidity Protection</b>
The latest Gen 4 Fabric PCB helps to against moisture cause by some humid conditions and environments.
<b>EMI Protection</b>
The optimized EMI-proof design helps to keep users safe when during a long-time computer operation.
<b>ESD Protection</b>
Anti-ESD ICs and fuses onboard helps to totally protect your motherboard from electrostatic damage.
<b>HIGH Temperature Protection</b>
Certificated Military Class 4 components help to work stable under some extreme conditions.
<b>CLICK BIOS 4</b>
The MSI Click BIOS 4 is the latest UEFI BIOS with optimizations for Windows 8.1 / Windows 10. Not only that it also reacts faster, runs smoother and has better mouse support. And this all comes with many cool features. Click on the button on the right to visit our dedicated BIOS page and learn more.
<b>UEFI BIOS PAGE</b>
for more information
<b>LIVE UPDATE 6</b>
MSI Live Update is renewed! Our popular software automatically downloads and installs the latest drivers, BIOS and software. Rest assured while your system is always configured using the latest software so you get the maximum performance and stability.
<b>MILITARY CLASS 4 COMPONENTS</b>
<b>DARK CHOKE</b>
Dark Choke uses the special core design and allows the Dark Choke to run at a lower temperature with higher capacity and better power efficiency and stability.
<b>SOLID CAP</b>
With their aluminum core design and Japanese made quality, Solid CAPs are made for high-end design motherboard. Not only do Solid CAPs could provide lower Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR), but also work firmly for over-10-year.
<b>OPTIMIZED FOR MULTIPLE GRAPHICS CARDS</b>
<b>CROSSFIRE SUPPORT</b>
This motherboard supports CrossFire. Optimal PCI-Express slot placement allows for better fitting and airflow.
That way, you can enjoy the best graphics at the highest framerate jumping from your screen when running AMD CrossFire™ setup.
<b>PREVENT DAMAGE!</b>
Worried about damaging the PCI-Express slot or your graphics card because of the weight?
<b>MSI® STEEL ARMOR</b>
Steel Armor has more solder points on the PCB for more strength and protects the PCI-Express signals against electromagnetic interference for a stutter-free gaming experience and higher GPU overclocking.
<b>OTHERS</b>
NO STRENGTHENING
<b>MSI® STEEL ARMOR</b>
REINFORCED, HEAVY SOLDERED CONNECTIONS
<b>WHQL CERTIFIED. WINDOWS 10 READY.</b>
Benefit from great compatibility and a worry-free user experience when using Microsoft Windows 8 / 8.1 or Windows 10 with MSI PRO Series motherboards.
MSI is world’s first motherboard manufacturer to receive official Microsoft Windows 10 WHQL certification. With a true testament to compatibility and performance, the MSI R&D team ensures a worry-free experience when using the latest version of Microsoft Windows on any MSI PRO Series motherboard.
<b>2X FRONT USB 3.1 GEN1</b>
With a clever placed USB 3.1 Gen1 front pin header, available on MSI motherboards, you can connect up to 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 devices directly to the front of your PC Chassis. This way you can easily enjoy fast USB speeds without having to use the hard-to-reach USB ports on the rear.
