Performance
Component for |
PC |
Audio system |
Realtek ALC887 |
Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) |
Y |
Motherboard chipset family |
AMD |
Back panel I/O ports
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity |
2 |
HDMI ports quantity |
1 |
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity |
1 |
Microphone in |
Y |
Headphone outputs |
1 |
PS/2 ports quantity |
1 |
DVI-D ports quantity |
1 |
Internal I/O
12V power connector |
Y |
Front panel connector |
Y |
Number of M.2 (M) slots |
1 |
Front panel audio connector |
Y |
Chassis intrusion connector |
Y |
CPU fan connector |
Y |
USB 2.0 connectors |
1 |
Number of SATA connectors |
4 |
Peripheral (Molex) power connectors (4-pin) |
1 |
Number of SATA III connectors |
4 |
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors |
1 |
TPM connector |
Y |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) |
Y |
Memory
Memory slots type |
DIMM |
Memory channels |
Dual |
Number of memory slots |
2 |
Maximum internal memory |
32 GB |
Supported memory types |
DDR3-SDRAM |
Unbuffered memory |
Y |
Non-ECC |
Y |
BIOS
Clear CMOS jumper |
Y |
BIOS type |
UEFI |
Expansion slots
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots |
1 |
Additionally
Ethernet LAN connection |
Y |
Chipset |
AMD A68H |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
1 |
FM2+ Socket for AMD A-series/Athlon Series Processor, AMD A68H, 2 x DDR3, 2133/ 1866/ 1600/ 1333 MHz, Realtek ALC887, Realtek RTL8111G, 170 x 170mm, Mini-ITX
<b>Military Class 4</b>
Military Class 4 is the next step in high quality components. The Super Ferrite Choke and Solid CAP will make sure that your PC runs more stable under extreme gaming conditions.
<b>Hi-c CAP</b>
- High Thermal Stability
- No Mechanical Issue
- Ultra-low ESR
<b>SOLID CAP</b>
With their aluminum core design, Dark CAP`s have been a staple in high-end design mainboard designs and provides lower Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR) as well as its over-10-year lifespan.
<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>ESD Protection</b>
Anti-ESD ICs and fuses onboard helps to totally protect your motherboard from electrostatic damage.
<b>EMI Protection</b>
The optimized EMI-proof design helps to keep users safe when during a long-time computer operation.
<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>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>FAST BOOT</b>
No more seamless waiting for your O/S to be loaded! MSI Fast Boot helps to make your system boot lightning fast. MSI Fast Boot also features a GO2BIOS button. Simply click it to restart your PC and go straight to the system BIOS.
<b>M-Flash</b>
Compared to common motherboards 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.
- 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>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.
- 10X Faster Than USB 2.0
- Up to 5Gb/s Data Transfer Bandwidth
- 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 motherboard 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 break the existing bottleneck of a PC's performance.
- 2X Faster Than SATA 3Gb/s
- Up to 6Gb/s Data Transfer Bandwidth
- Unleash True Performance of New HDDs/SSDs
<b>USB Safeguard</b>
USB Safeguard can prevent motherboards and USB devices from being damaged by short-circuit and ESD (Electro-Static Discharge) with Anti-ESD chips built-into the motherboards. Additionally, the safeguard can protect against such dangers multiple times, and greatly improves product lifespan.
- All MSI motherboards 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>AMD 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.
- Independent Dynamic Core Technology
- Dual Dynamic Power Management™
- AMD CoolCore™ Technology
- AMD Wideband Frequency Control
- Multi-Point Thermal Control
<b>HDMI</b>
Enjoy the awesome HD video playback now! MSI motherboards that equip with HDMI port(s) supports the latest and the most innovative signal outputs to provide an unprecedented visual experience.