MSI
MSI MAG B660M BAZOOKA DDR4 Intel motherboard
Micro-ATX board for 12th and 13th Gen Intel CPUs with DDR4 memory, dual Gen4 M.2 slots, 2.5 Gbps LAN and extended VRM heatsinks
- CPU Socket TypeLGA 1700 * Dedicated LGA1700 mounting bracket is required.
- CPU TypeSupports 13th / 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, Celeron P
- ChipsetIntel B660
- Onboard Video ChipsetSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic
- Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory StandardDDR4 4800+ (OC)
- Supports 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core CPUs on LGA 1700 socket
- Extended PWM heatsink keeps high-end processors running at full speed
- Gen4 M.2 slots deliver up to 64 Gbps bandwidth for fast storage
- 5 Gbps LAN with Realtek 8125BG gives low-latency wired networking
- Four DDR4 slots support up to 128 GB at 4800+ MT/s dual-channel
Socket LGA 1700 DDR4 motherboard
The MSI MAG B660M BAZOOKA DDR4 uses the Intel B660 chipset to support 12th and 13th Gen Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors in a Micro ATX form factor. Four 288‑pin slots accept up to 128 GB of DDR4 4800 memory in dual‑channel mode. One PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, one PCIe 3.0 x16 slot and a PCIe 3.0 x1 slot handle graphics and add‑in cards.
Extended heatsink and M.2 thermal solution
An extended PWM heatsink covers the power delivery area to keep high‑end CPUs running at full speed without active cooling on the VRM. The M.2 Shield Frozr sits over both Gen4 x4 slots to draw heat away from installed SSDs and prevent throttling. A pre‑installed I/O shield adds EMI protection and simplifies the build process.
2.5 Gbps LAN and four SATA ports
The Realtek 8125BG controller provides a single 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port with LAN Manager software for traffic prioritisation. Four SATA 6 Gb/s connectors support traditional hard drives and SATA SSDs. Realtek ALC897 audio delivers 7.1‑channel output for speakers or headsets. A dedicated LGA 1700 mounting bracket is required for cooler installation.
Highlights
- Supports 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core CPUs on LGA 1700 socket
- Extended PWM heatsink keeps high-end processors running at full speed
- Gen4 M.2 slots deliver up to 64 Gbps bandwidth for fast storage
- 5 Gbps LAN with Realtek 8125BG gives low-latency wired networking
- Four DDR4 slots support up to 128 GB at 4800+ MT/s dual-channel
Specifications
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Model | MAG B660M BAZOOKA DDR4 |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 1700 * Dedicated LGA1700 mounting bracket is required. |
| CPU Type | Supports 13th / 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, Celeron Processors |
| Chipset | Intel B660 |
| Onboard Video Chipset | Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic |
| Number of Memory Slots | 4x288pin (DDR4) |
| Memory Standard | DDR4 4800+ (OC) |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 128GB |
| Channel Supported | Dual Channel |
| PCI Express 4.0 x16 | 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16 |
| PCI Express 3.0 x16 | 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 |
| PCI Express x1 | 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 |
| Serial ATA (SATA) | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| M.2 | 2 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64 Gbps slots |
| Intel Optane Ready | Yes |
| Audio Chipset | Realtek ALC897 |
| Audio Channels | 7.1 Channels |
| LAN Chipset | Realtek 8125BG |
| Max LAN Speed | 2.5Gbps |
| Back I/O Ports | 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI 1 x LAN (RJ45) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 3 x Audio Jacks |
| Windows 11 | Supported |
| Form Factor | Micro ATX |
| LED Lighting | RGB |
Questions about this item
How do I install the LGA 1700 CPU and what step is commonly missed?
A dedicated LGA 1700 mounting bracket is required; many builders forget to fit it before seating the processor.
What maintenance will the M.2 thermal solution need later?
The M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink is passive; just clear dust from its fins during routine cleaning to keep SSD temperatures low.
What limit appears first when the 2.5 Gbps LAN runs at full load for a long time?
The Realtek 8125BG controller caps wired throughput at 2.5 Gbps, so sustained transfers cannot exceed that ceiling.
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