Specifications & model notes
- Form factor
- ATX
- Memory slots
- 4
- M.2 storage slots
- 3
- SATA ports
- 6
Physical connector counts do not guarantee simultaneous use. Check processor and lane-sharing limits in the specification.
The M2_3 socket shares bandwidth with PCI_E2. When both are used, each runs at x2. MSI also lists CPU-dependent slot availability; check the specification for your processor. M2_2 is unavailable with Ryzen 8500/8300 series processors.
Original documentation
Helpful starting points
Each guide states its scope. General checklists are not hardware tests of this particular model.
Get your PC ready for WSL2
A practical checklist for firmware virtualization, Windows features, and error 0x80370102.
Secure Boot: check before you change
Understand UEFI mode, recovery keys, and the difference between enabled and active.
Will an M.2 SSD disable another port?
Read slot-sharing notes before adding an SSD or expansion card.
Connect your case’s front-panel cables
Identify the power switch, reset switch, and indicator LEDs using the correct header map.
How to find your motherboard model and revision
Read the board identity in Windows, then distinguish the product name, hardware revision and BIOS version.
Where to download motherboard drivers
Find chipset, network and audio drivers for the exact board and operating system, including a plan for a PC without internet.
Will this CPU work? Check the board and BIOS together
A matching socket is only the first check. Read the exact CPU support entry and required BIOS before replacing a processor.
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