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MSI 880GMS-E41 AMD motherboard Socket AM3 DDR3 16GB Micro ATX
Socket AM3 board with AMD 880G chipset, dual-channel DDR3 up to 16 GB, PCIe 2.0 x16 slot, six SATA ports and Realtek Gigabit LAN
- CPU Socket TypeSocket AM3
- CPU TypeSupports 64-bit AMD Phenom II X6/X4/X3/X2, Athlon II X4/X3/X
- ChipsetAMD 880G
- Memory StandardSupports dual-channel DDR3 1333/1066/800MHz memory
- Maximum Memory Supported16GB
- PCI Slots1 PCI Express x16 slot supports PCIE 2.0 x 16 speed executio
- Supports up to 16GB DDR3 for smooth multitasking
- Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1066/800MHz boosts memory bandwidth
- AMD 880G chipset with integrated graphics saves a discrete card
- Realtek ALC887 delivers 8-channel high-definition audio
- Realtek 8111E Gigabit LAN provides wired 10/100/1000Mb/s connectivity
Socket AM3 AMD 880G platform
This Micro ATX motherboard is built on the AMD 880G chipset for Socket AM3 processors. It supports 64-bit Phenom II X6, X4, X3, X2, Athlon II X4, X3, X2 and Sempron CPUs. Dual-channel DDR3 memory runs at 1333, 1066 or 800 MHz up to 16 GB total capacity. The board fits compact builds that need legacy AMD compatibility.
Thermals noise and power draw
The AMD 880G chipset and Socket AM3 processors operate within standard desktop thermal envelopes for Micro ATX form factors. Passive chipset cooling and CPU cooler airflow keep temperatures stable during typical workloads. Power delivery uses standard ATX and 4-pin CPU connectors without exotic phases. Acoustic output depends on the chosen CPU cooler and case fans rather than the board itself.
Build connectors and daily use
Expansion includes one PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot, one PCI Express x1 slot and one 3.3 V/5 V PCI slot for legacy cards. Six SATA ports provide storage connectivity while Realtek ALC887 handles 8-channel audio. Gigabit LAN uses the Realtek REL8111E controller. The rear I/O offers six USB 2.0 ports, PS/2, VGA, DVI and HDMI outputs. The package includes the board, CMOS battery, one SATA cable and the I/O shield.
Points forts
- Supports up to 16GB DDR3 for smooth multitasking
- Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1066/800MHz boosts memory bandwidth
- AMD 880G chipset with integrated graphics saves a discrete card
- Realtek ALC887 delivers 8-channel high-definition audio
- Realtek 8111E Gigabit LAN provides wired 10/100/1000Mb/s connectivity
Caractéristiques
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Series | MSI 880GMS-E41 |
| Model | MSI 880GMS-E41 |
| 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 880G |
| Memory Standard | Supports dual-channel DDR3 1333/1066/800MHz memory |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 16GB |
| PCI Slots | 1 PCI Express x16 slot supports PCIE 2.0 x 16 speed execution 1 PCI Express x1 slot 1 PCI slot, supports 3.3v/5v PCI main bus interface |
| SATA RAID | 6XSATA III 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 GbLAN Controller REL8111E Chip - Supports 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s and 1000Mb/s Compliant with PCI-Express bus specification v1.0a. |
| Onboard USB | 6 USB 2.0 ports (backplane) |
Questions sur cet article
How do I install the MSI 880GMS-E41 into a Micro ATX case and which step is often missed?
Align the board with the standoffs, secure it with screws, connect the 24-pin and 4-pin CPU power, then fit the supplied I/O shield before mounting — many builders forget the shield until the board is already fixed.
What maintenance will the MSI 880GMS-E41 need over time?
Replace the included CMOS battery when the system loses date or BIOS settings, and clear dust from the PCI Express x16 slot, the PCI Express x1 slot and the PCI slot to keep contacts reliable.
What limit appears first when the MSI 880GMS-E41 runs under sustained load?
The 16 GB DDR3 ceiling across two channels is reached before the single PCI Express 2.0 x16 lane or the six SATA ports become bottlenecks.
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