MSI
MSI 870-C43 AMD motherboard Socket AM3 DDR3
Socket AM3 board with AMD 870 chipset, dual-channel DDR3 up to 1600 MHz, 8 GB max, six SATA ports, one PCIe x16 and three PCIe x1 slots, plus Realtek 8-channel audio and 10/100 LAN
- CPU Socket TypeSocket AM3
- CPU TypeSupports 64-bit AMD Phenom II X6/X4/X3/X2, Athlon II X4/X3/X
- ChipsetAMD 870
- Memory StandardSupports dual-channel DDR3 1600 (overclocking)/1333/1066/800
- Maximum Memory Supported8GB
- PCI Slots1 PCI Express x16 slot supports PCIE 2.0 x 16 speed executio
- Supports six-core Phenom II X6 processors on Socket AM3
- AMD 870 chipset enables dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 1600 MHz overclocked
- One PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot plus three x1 slots and two PCI slots for expansion
- Six SATA II ports provide high-capacity storage connectivity
- Realtek ALC887 delivers 8-channel audio with Azalia 1.0 compliance
AM3 platform board
The MSI 870-C43 uses the AMD 870 chipset and a Socket AM3 interface for Phenom II and Athlon II processors. Dual-channel DDR3 memory runs at 1600, 1333, 1066 or 800 MHz up to 8 GB total. One PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot, three x1 slots and two legacy PCI slots handle expansion cards. Six SATA ports and six rear USB 2.0 ports provide storage and peripheral connectivity. Realtek ALC887 audio and RTL8105E 10/100 LAN complete the core feature set.
Straightforward ATX fit
The board follows standard ATX mounting holes and the supplied I/O shield aligns with common chassis cut-outs. A single SATA cable and a fresh CMOS battery are included so the first boot usually succeeds without extra parts. Builders should verify that the CPU cooler clearance matches the socket keep-out zone and that the 24-pin and 4-pin power connectors reach without strain. Legacy PCI cards fit the two 3.3 V/5 V slots but may block airflow to the chipset heatsink if they are full-length.
Steady desktop throughput
Under sustained loads the AMD 870 chipset and the Realtek RTL8105E controller maintain their rated 100 Mb/s network and SATA throughput without throttling. The voltage regulation area relies on passive cooling so case airflow must move across the heatsink during long compile or render sessions. Audio output from the ALC887 stays clean at continuous playback levels. Memory stability at the 1600 MHz overclock setting depends on DIMM quality and ambient temperature over extended periods.
Points forts
- Supports six-core Phenom II X6 processors on Socket AM3
- AMD 870 chipset enables dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 1600 MHz overclocked
- One PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot plus three x1 slots and two PCI slots for expansion
- Six SATA II ports provide high-capacity storage connectivity
- Realtek ALC887 delivers 8-channel audio with Azalia 1.0 compliance
Caractéristiques
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Series | MSI 870-C43 |
| Model | MSI 870-C43 |
| CPU Socket Type | Socket AM3 |
| CPU Type | Supports 64-bit AMD Phenom II X6/X4/X3/X2, Athlon II X4/X3/X2 and Sempron processors |
| Chipset | AMD 870 |
| Memory Standard | Supports dual-channel DDR3 1600 (overclocking)/1333/1066/800MHz memory |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 8GB |
| PCI Slots | 1 PCI Express x16 slot supports PCIE 2.0 x 16 speed execution 3 PCI Express x1 slots 2 PCI slots, supporting 3.3v/5v PCI main bus interface |
| SATA RAID | 6XSATA II interface |
| Audio Chipset | Realtek ALC887 Chip - Supports 8-channel sound effects detected by intelligent sound interface Compatible with Azalia 1.0 specifications |
| LAN Chipset | Realtek PCI-E 10/100 LAN Controller RTL8105E Chip - Support 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s Compliant with PCI-Express bus specification v1.0a. |
| Onboard USB | 6 USB 2.0 ports (backplane) |
Questions sur cet article
How can I confirm the board is running at DDR3 1600 after setup?
Enter the BIOS and verify the memory frequency reads 1600 MHz; the board supports dual-channel DDR3 up to that speed when overclocking is enabled.
What ships with the board and what must I supply myself?
The package includes the motherboard, a CMOS battery, one SATA cable and an I/O back panel; you must provide a Socket AM3 CPU, DDR3 modules, a power supply, storage drives and a case.
Which memory speed should I choose for this board?
The board runs DDR3 at 800, 1066, 1333 or 1600 MHz; pick 1600 MHz modules for the highest supported frequency, or 1333 MHz for standard operation without overclocking.
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