Processor
Maximum number of SMP processors |
1 |
Internal I/O
USB 2.0 connectors |
2 |
Power fan connector |
Y |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) |
Y |
S/PDIF out connector |
Y |
TPM connector |
Y |
CPU fan connector |
Y |
EPS power connector (8-pin) |
Y |
Number of SATA III connectors |
6 |
Number of COM connectors |
1 |
Front panel audio connector |
Y |
Number of chassis fan connectors |
1 |
Networking
Wake-on-LAN ready |
Y |
Networking features |
Gigabit Ethernet |
Graphics
On-board graphics adapter |
N |
Performance
Motherboard southbridge |
AMD SB950 |
Audio system |
Realtek ALC892 |
Component for |
PC |
Memory
Memory voltage |
1.5 V |
Number of memory slots |
4 |
Maximum internal memory |
32 GB |
Back panel I/O ports
PS/2 ports quantity |
1 |
S/PDIF out port |
Y |
Microphone in |
Y |
Headphone outputs |
1 |
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity |
2 |
Expansion slots
PCI Express slots version |
2.0 |
PCI Express x16 slots |
2 |
PCI slots |
1 |
PCI Express x1 slots |
4 |
Packaging content
Quick installation guide |
Y |
Additionally
Chipset |
AMD 990FX |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
1 |
990FXA-GD65, 64bit AMD, AMD 990FX, SB950, AM3, 4 x DIMM, 2 x PCI-E 2.0 x 16, 4 x PCI-E x 1, 1 x PCI, 6 x SATA III, 2 x USB 3.0, 8 x USB 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, ATX
<b>AMD 990FX chipset based</b>
- Superb Stability: Military Class Components.
- OC Genie: Easy Overclocking Technology.
- Unlock CPU Core: Unlock hidden CPU core and potential.
- Support USB 3.0 AND SATA 6Gb/s.
- Lossless 24bit/192kHz HD Audio.
<b>Fully support AMD AM3+ mutil-core processors</b>
In addition to upgrading all BIOS on the existing AM3 mainboards supporting AMD AM3+ multi-core processors before shipping to correspond to the upcoming AMD AM3+ processors, MSI has post the BIOS of corresponding mainboards with support for the new AMD AM3+ processors for consumers to upgrade their MSI AM3 mainboards in order to meet their demands for system upgrade and experiencing the powerful performance of the next-generation AMD processors.
<b>Military Class II</b>
The perfect trinity of quality, stability and efficiency all exist at one mainboard to meet end user expectations. The MSI Military Class II series products provide the long lifespan, unparalleled quality, extreme performance and ultimate efficiency.
<b>Hi-c CAP</b>
8X Lifespan than solid Capacitor!!
Insisting on the best stability, MSI utilizes Hi-c CAPs on Military Class series. Made of the rare element Tantalum, often used on space shuttles and satellites, which sustains very high temperatures and shows an amazingly high electrical conductivity.
<b>SFC</b>
SFC(Super Ferrite Choke).The super Ferrite Chokes use a Ferrite core that is Super-Permeable. Compare with traditional choke, the Super Ferrite Chokes run at a 35 degree Celsius lower temperature. The lower working temperature will enhance mainboard stability.
<b>Solid CAP</b>
10 years long lifespan
For providing the highest quality products, we built-in Solid CAP in the entire Military Class series. This not only makes bursting capacitors a non-issue but also ensures a dramatically extended lifetime and ultra-low ESR.
<b>Auto OC Genie</b>
In the past, users needed to adjust settings for CPU and Memory in BIOS menu to overclock. The relation between these ratios and clocks speeds are extremely complicated, taking up to 30 minutes to find the right settings for an optimized PC. Auto OC Genie simplifies it all into one button press. Where high-end CPUs are usually priced around 1000 USD, Auto OC Genie allows you to take a 200 USD CPU (1/5 the price) to reach the same performance. Your C/P ratio rises up 500% immediately for the ultimate value.
<b>Features:</b>
- The world’s first Auto Overclocking Processor.
- Upgrade full system performance in 1 sec.
- Auto detect overclocking settings of CPU and Memory.
- Compatible with Intel/AMD platform.
<b>Super Charger</b>
Mobile consumer appliances are getting more and more attention in current day fast moving life style, with smart phones and tablets almost becoming a fashion accessory. However, many ordinary personal computers cannot charge some of these devices, making it difficult to stay connected. The MSI Super Charger is a Windows resident program capable of revising the power supply mode of your USB port to become more powerful. Once your phone or tablet is connected to your USB port, the Super Charger sends a signal to initiate its charging circuit, making it a really smart and convenient charging solution for mobile computing needs.
<b>Features:</b>
- Instant MB info monitor.
- Green Power: CPU Phase, system fan speed controlled with max power saving.
- Smart Mode: 4 instant OC modes.
<b>All Solid Capacitors</b>
Capacitors are the most important component for electronic product's power supply. The quality of the capacitors can impact the stability of the entire system and risk of product failure. Currently there are two types of capacitors, electrolytic capacitors and solid capacitors. Compared to electrolytic capacitors, solid capacitors have a longer lifespan, and provide a more stable power under high temperatures. More importantly, solid capacitors do not have any liquid materials inside, and thus will not suffer a leak which would infringe upon the product’s stability. With such benefits is it no wonder that solid capacitors are very important for product quality's improvement.
<b>USB 3.0</b>
Compared to the 480Mbps provided by traditional USB 2.0, the all-new USB 3.0's 5Gb/s offers 10 times the transfer bandwidth, so transferring a Blu-ray movie takes less than one minute. MSI also has implemented a front panel USB 3.0 port, making the use of an external USB 3.0 device even more convenient.
<b>Features:</b>
- 10X Faster Than USB 2.0.
- Up to 5Gb/s Data Transfer Bandwidth.
- World’s first to provide Front Panel USB 3.0 Port.
- Boost Transfer Rate Between Your PC and External Storage Devices.
<b>SATA 6Gb/s</b>
SATA 6Gb/s provides double the bandwidth of traditional SATA 3Gb/s, and increases the data transfer rate between your mainboard and internal storage devices, such as 7200RPM HDDs, 10000RPM HDDs and SSDs. It’s also the current trend for upcoming high-speed internal storage devices to to break the existing bottleneck of a PC’s performance.
<b>Features:</b>
- 2X Faster Than SATA 3Gb/s.
- Up to 6Gb/s Data Transfer Bandwidth.
- Unleash True Performance of New HDDs/SSDs.
<b>Lossless 24-bit/192KHz HD Audio</b>
Onboard PC audio gets better! MSI is the first to implement the most high-end HD Audio codecs available. Don’t be fooled by other inferior audio solutions onboard (sometimes you can’t even find the driver!) Only MSI offers the Loss-less 24-bit/192KHz HD Audio function with an incredible 109 SNR dB value to provide the most clear & vivid HD audio quality and support 7.1 channels surround sound playback with a 2-channel independent stereo output (multiple streaming) through the front panel 3.5 inch phone jack.
<b>M-Flash</b>
Compared to common mainboard which need extra BIOS chips, MSI’s M-Flash has a double advantage which doesn’t need extra components and secondly, all your BIOS data will be saved in the USB drive. The stored data does not only have backup and upgrade function, moreover it can also be seen as a portable BIOS chip which is actually able to boot up your PC.
<b>Features:</b>
- Backup/Restore Your BIOS to/from Any USB Flash Disk.
- Avoid Unnecessary Repair Due to Accident Failures During The Upgrading Process.
- Earn more BIOS Lifespan by Reducing Unnecessary Rewriting Process.
<b>Winki 3</b>
Winki 3 is a free Linux-based O/S which is based on the Linux core. With an ultra-fast booting speed and a multi-language interface, the built-in Winki 3 provides an easy-to-use internet environment that includes the most popular functions such as internet surfing, web mail, instant messaging, picture browsing, and more. It's the most practical way to be online in the shortest time.
<b>Features:</b>
- User friendly & totally free applications.
- Power on to run applications in 25 seconds.
- Multi-language interface support.
<b>USB Safeguard</b>
USB Safeguard can prevent mainboards and USB devices from being damaged by short-circuit and ESD (Electro-Static Discharge) with Anti-ESD chips built-into the mainboards. Additionally, the safeguard can protect against such dangers multiple times, and greatly improves product lifespan.
<b>Features:</b>
- All MSI mainboards use USB Safeguard’s anti-ESD chip for thorough protection against ESD damage.
- USB Safeguard is protected against a short circuit and/or ESD without the need for a fuse. It also supports stand-by power supply.
<b>Live Update 5</b>
MSI Live Update 5 is a powerful and useful application for updating the latest BIOS and Drivers, saving you time and lowers the risk of updating. End-users can install and run the Live Update 5 software on their computers with the companion CD or downloading the app from the MSI website.
<b>Features:</b>
- Automatically Detect the BIOS/Driver/VGA/Utility Update.
- Support Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7 32Bit.
<b>Live Update Online</b>
MSI Live Update Online is a powerful and useful application for updating latest BIOS and Drivers, which can save your time for searching and lower the risk while updating. Live Update Online is online services exclusively. End-users only have to connect to the download center and enable the Live Update Online function, and the updating will continue via the web pages completely. Live Update Online offers the latest BIOS, drivers and utilities from MSI for automatic updating. Through the user-friendly operation, end-users can update the system easily and increase performance immediately.
<b>ATI CrossFireX</b>
ATI CrossFireX⢠is the ultimate multi-GPU performance gaming platform. Enabling game-dominating power, ATI CrossFireX technology enables two or more discrete graphics processors to work together to improve graphics performance. ATI CrossFireX technology allows you to expand your systemâs graphics capabilities. It allows you the ability to scale your systemâs graphics horsepower as you need it, supporting up to four ATI Radeon⢠HD graphics cards, making it the most scalable gaming platform ever. With an ATI CrossFireX gaming technology, the traditional graphics limitation exists no more, allowing you to enjoy higher performance as well as visual experience.
<b>Unlock CPU Core</b>
MSIâs Unlock CPU Core technology, exclusive from MSI, can unlock the hidden cores in the CPU by making a few selections from the BIOS. By unlocking a Phenom II X2 CPU into a Phenom II X4 CPU, users can boost the CPU performance over 104%. In Addition, MSI discovers the ability to unlock Phenom II X4 960T to a 6 core CPU through the same BIOS setting. At same time, MSI was the first who could unlock a 4-core AMD CPU to a 6-core because MSI does not use any "unlock" chip on our mainboards. MSI engineers developed a BIOS technology to unlock cores which can be easy upgraded via new BIOS. Because of this flexible BIOS core unlock feature, MSI can today announce that it made BIOS unlocking easy and accessible for the audience who doesnât know their way around the BIOS. This new MSI software tool allows users to unlock CPU cores from Windows with just a few simple clicks, no need to enter the BIOS.
<b>Cool'n'Quiet</b>
AMD Cool'n'Quiet⢠Technology reduces heat and noise so you can experience amazing performance without distraction. Combined with core enhancements, included in the AMD processors, that can improve overall power savings, deliver better multitasking and energy efficiency. Cool'n'Quiet technology can automatically adjust processor ratio to throttle CPU speed with four modes.
<b>Features:</b>
- Independent Dynamic Core Technology.
- Dual Dynamic Power Managementâ¢.
- AMD CoolCore⢠Technology.
- AMD Wideband Frequency Control.
- Multi-Point Thermal Control.
<b>3TB+ Infinity</b>
3TB+ Infinity is not only breaking through the limit of traditional BIOS, but also enhancing the utilization of hard drives efficiently. In addition to supporting the latest 3TB hard drives, MSI 3TB+ Infinity technology can use the 3TB hard drive as boot disk when installing a 64-bit operating system. Compared to competitors, MSI 3TB+ Infinity is an industry-leading technology which substantially presents an advantage of development and application in the future.
<b>Features:</b>
- All the latest 3TB hard drivers on the market can be supported.
- Make the 3TB hard drive as boot disk when installing a 64-bit operating system.