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Green micro ATX motherboard with black slots and silver heatsinks

MSI

MSI A88XM-E35 AMD A88X motherboard Socket FM2/FM2+ DDR3 32GB Micro ATX

SKU CH-CHM9-27HJY

Supports dual-channel DDR3 up to 2133 MHz and 32 GB with an AMD A88X chipset on a micro-ATX board

  • CPU Socket TypeSocket FM2/FM2+
  • CPU TypeAMD A-Series/Athlon processors with Socket FM2 + architectur
  • ChipsetAMD A88X
  • Memory StandardSupport dual-channel DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333MHz memory
  • Maximum Memory Supported32GB
  • PCI Slots1 PCIe 3.0 x16 slot * 1 PCIe 2.0 x1 slot 1 PCI slot
  • Dual-channel DDR3 up to 2133 MHz for faster memory throughput
  • AMD A88X chipset enables FM2 and FM2+ processor support
  • Realtek ALC887 delivers 8.1-channel audio with Azalia 1.0 compatibility
  • Realtek RTL8111 G provides Gigabit Ethernet at 1000 Mbps
  • Six SATA III ports give ample storage connectivity

Socket FM2/FM2+ micro-ATX board

The MSI A88XM-E35 is a micro-ATX motherboard built on the AMD A88X chipset for Socket FM2 and FM2+ APUs. It targets builders who want a compact platform for A-Series or Athlon processors with integrated graphics. Dual-channel DDR3 support up to 32 GB gives enough memory headroom for everyday workloads and light gaming.

Build integration and expansion

One PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, one PCIe 2.0 x1 slot and a legacy PCI slot provide room for a discrete GPU plus add-in cards. Six SATA III ports handle multiple drives without an extra controller. The Realtek RTL8111 G supplies a single Gigabit Ethernet port for wired networking. Rear and front-panel headers deliver eight USB 2.0 ports in total.

Bundled accessories and software impact

The retail package adds a CMOS battery, one SATA cable and a chassis I/O back panel so the board can be installed immediately. Realtek ALC887 audio with 8.1-channel support and Azalia 1.0 compatibility handles multichannel sound without a separate sound card. No Wi-Fi antenna is included because the board lacks an onboard wireless module.

Highlights

  • Dual-channel DDR3 up to 2133 MHz for faster memory throughput
  • AMD A88X chipset enables FM2 and FM2+ processor support
  • Realtek ALC887 delivers 8.1-channel audio with Azalia 1.0 compatibility
  • Realtek RTL8111 G provides Gigabit Ethernet at 1000 Mbps
  • Six SATA III ports give ample storage connectivity

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesMSI A88XM-E35
ModelMSI A88XM-E35
CPU Socket TypeSocket FM2/FM2+
CPU TypeAMD A-Series/Athlon processors with Socket FM2 + architecture *
* Also supports FM2 A series/Athlon processors
ChipsetAMD A88X
Memory StandardSupport dual-channel DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333MHz memory
Maximum Memory Supported32GB
PCI Slots1 PCIe 3.0 x16 slot *
1 PCIe 2.0 x1 slot
1 PCI slot
SATA RAID6XSATA III interface
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC887 Audio Chip
- 8.1 channel sound effects that support intelligent sound interface detection
Compatible with Azalia 1.0 specifications
LAN Chipset1 PCI Express network port supports 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet provided by Realtek RTL8111 G
Onboard USB4 USB 2.0 ports (front)
4 USB 2.0 ports (backplane)

Questions about this item

How much DDR3 memory can the A88XM-E35 handle before it stops recognising modules?

The board supports up to 32 GB of dual-channel DDR3 at 2133, 1866, 1600 or 1333 MHz.

Does the Realtek RTL8111 G LAN or the ALC887 audio run hot or loud when the system is on all day?

Both chips are low-power controllers with no active cooling, so they stay silent and add negligible heat inside the case.

Which AMD processor do I need to already have for this Socket FM2/FM2+ board to post?

Any A-Series or Athlon CPU built for Socket FM2 or FM2+ will work; the board does not support other sockets.

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