MSI 970A-G43 Socket AM3+ Motherboard
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| Identifiers | |
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| Model | MSI 970A-G43 |
| MPN | MSI 970A-G43 |
| Dimensions / Weight | |
| Key Features | |
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Audio chip The model of the audio processing chip integrated into a device, indicating the specific hardware responsible for sound generation and decoding.
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Realtek ALC887 |
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Audio output The total count of physical audio connectors available on the product, such as headphone jacks, RCA outputs, or optical ports. The value is an integer indicating how many separate audio input or output points can be used to connect external devices.
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6 |
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Audio output channels Indicates the total number of independent audio channels that a product can produce or process, including sub‑channels such as those used in surround sound configurations (e.g., 5.1, 7.2). The value may be an integer or a decimal to represent fractional channel groups.
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7.1 channels |
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Cables included A list of the cable types that are supplied with the product, such as USB, HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, LAN (RJ‑45), SATA, audio or other relevant connectors.
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SATA |
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Chassis intrusion connector Indicates whether a computer chassis includes a dedicated intrusion connector, which allows the attachment of security or monitoring devices to detect unauthorized access. A value of "Yes" means the connector is present; "No" means it is absent.
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Yes |
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Clear CMOS jumper Indicates whether the product includes a clear‑CMOS jumper, a small connector that allows resetting the CMOS memory to factory defaults. A value of "Yes" means the jumper is present and can be used for troubleshooting or configuration reset; "No" indicates it is absent.
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Yes |
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Compatible processor series List of processor families that the product can support, such as Intel Celeron, Intel Core i5, AMD Ryzen 3, etc. Each value represents a distinct CPU family or brand that is compatible with the hardware platform.
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AMD Phenom FX,AMD Phenom II X2,AMD Phenom II X3,AMD Phenom II X4,AMD Phenom II X6 |
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Component for Specifies the type of device or system that the product is intended to be used with, such as a PC, server, notebook, surveillance system, or other electronic equipment. The value represents a single category and can be used to filter or group products by their target platform.
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PC |
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Controller interface type The specific model or designation of the controller that manages communication between a computer’s motherboard and peripheral devices, such as storage controllers (e.g., SATA, SAS) or network interfaces (e.g., iSCSI, FC). It identifies the hardware component responsible for data transfer and device management.
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AMD SB950 |
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Cooling type The method used to dissipate heat from a component or system, such as active cooling (fans or liquid loops), passive heat sinks, or no active cooling. It indicates whether the product relies on airflow, conduction, or other mechanisms to maintain safe operating temperatures.
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Passive |
| CPU fan connector | Yes |
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Depth The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
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305 mm |
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Drivers included Indicates whether the product comes with drivers included in the package or available for download. A value of "Yes" means that drivers are supplied, while a value of "No" indicates they are not provided and must be obtained separately.
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Yes |
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Ethernet interface type A list of the Ethernet standards that a product supports, such as Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps), Gigabit Ethernet (1 Gbps), 2.5 GbE, 10 GbE, and other variants. Each value is a free‑text label describing one supported interface; multiple values are separated by commas when the device offers more than one speed or generation.
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Gigabit Ethernet |
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Ethernet LAN Indicates whether the product includes an Ethernet LAN interface for wired network connectivity, allowing data transmission over RJ‑45 or compatible cables.
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Yes |
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Front panel audio connector Indicates whether the product has an audio connector on its front panel. The value is "Yes" if a front‑panel audio jack or similar input is present, and "No" otherwise.
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Yes |
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LAN controller The specific model or designation of the LAN (network) controller integrated into a device, such as "Intel I219-V" or "Realtek RTL8111H." This value identifies the exact network interface hardware used for Ethernet connectivity, enabling users to compare performance, compatibility, and support across products.
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Realtek RTL8111E |
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Maximum internal memory The largest amount of internal random‑access memory that a device can support, expressed as a data size such as megabytes or gigabytes. It indicates the maximum capacity for active processes and multitasking performance.
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32 GB |
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Maximum number of SMP processors The total count of symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) processors supported by a computer system or component. This value indicates how many CPU cores can operate concurrently in an SMP configuration, which is relevant for multi‑core performance and parallel processing capabilities.
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1 |
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Memory channels The configuration of memory channels supported by a device, indicating how many independent memory paths the system can use for data transfer (e.g., Dual‑channel, Quad‑channel). This attribute helps users understand the potential bandwidth and performance characteristics of the memory subsystem.
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Dual-channel |
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Memory slots type The form factor of the memory module that a product can accept, such as DIMM or SO‑DIMM. It indicates whether the device uses standard desktop RAM modules (DIMM) or smaller laptop‑style modules (SO‑DIMM).
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DIMM |
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Memory voltage The electrical voltage required by the RAM modules of a device, expressed in volts (V). It indicates the operating supply voltage that the memory needs to function correctly and safely.
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1.5 V |
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Microphone in Indicates whether the product includes at least one built‑in microphone. A value of "Yes" means that the device has an integrated microphone, while "No" indicates it does not.
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Yes |
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Motherboard chipset The model of the motherboard’s chipset, indicating the family of supported processors and integrated features such as I/O interfaces, memory support, and peripheral connectivity.
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AMD 970 |
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Motherboard chipset family The chipset family identifies the group of integrated circuits that manage communication between a computer’s CPU, memory, and peripheral devices on a motherboard. It indicates the supported processor families, available I/O interfaces, and overall system capabilities, helping users assess compatibility and feature sets for motherboards or other hardware components.
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AMD |
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Motherboard form factor The physical layout and size classification of a motherboard, such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, or other standardized formats. It indicates the dimensions, mounting points, and expansion capabilities that determine compatibility with computer cases and components.
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ATX |
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Number of chassis fan connectors The total count of electrical connectors on a computer chassis that accept cooling fans. This value indicates how many separate fan units can be attached to the case for airflow management, allowing users to assess cooling capacity and compatibility with their system.
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2 |
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Number of memory slots The count of physical memory slots available on a device for installing RAM modules. It indicates how many separate DIMM sticks can be installed or upgraded, regardless of size or speed.
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4 |
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On-board graphics adapter The model name or number of the integrated graphics adapter built into a device, such as a laptop, desktop, or motherboard. It identifies the specific GPU variant used for rendering and video processing, allowing users to compare visual performance and compatibility across products.
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No |
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Parallel processing technology support A list of GPU multi‑processing technologies that the product can support, such as CrossFireX, SLI, NVLink or combinations thereof. Each value represents a distinct configuration that allows multiple graphics cards to work together for improved performance.
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2-Way CrossFireX,2-Way SLI |
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PCI Express configurations A textual description of how PCI Express lanes are distributed across the available slots or interfaces in a device. The value typically lists groups of lanes separated by commas, where each group may contain a number of lanes and optional ‘+’ signs to indicate combined lanes that share the same speed (e.g., "1x16", "2x8", "1x8+2x4"). This attribute helps users understand the bandwidth capacity and compatibility of expansion slots.
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1x4,1x16,2x1 |
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PCI Express slots version The version of the PCI Express specification supported by a device or component. It indicates the maximum bandwidth and compatibility with PCIe devices such as graphics cards, storage controllers, and expansion cards. The value is typically expressed as a numeric revision (e.g., 2.0, 3.0, 4.0) but may also include descriptive labels for specific generations.
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2.0 |
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Processor socket The physical connector used by a processor to attach to a motherboard or other compatible platform. Common examples include LGA 1151, BGA 1440, Socket AM4, and LGA 1200. This attribute indicates the exact socket designation required for proper CPU installation and compatibility.
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Socket AM3+ |
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Quick installation guide Indicates whether a quick‑installation guide is provided with the product. A value of "Yes" means that a brief, step‑by‑step manual or overview is included to help users set up the device quickly; "No" indicates that no such guide is supplied.
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Yes |
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RAID levels A comma‑separated list that specifies the RAID configurations supported by a storage controller or device. Each entry can be a numeric level (e.g., 0, 1, 5, 10) or a special label such as JBOD. This attribute indicates which disk arrangements the system can manage.
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0,1,5,10 |
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Supported memory clock speeds The operating frequencies that a processor or memory module can run at, expressed in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). This attribute lists all supported clock rates, allowing users to understand the performance range of the component.
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1066,1333,1600,1866,2133 MHz |
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Supported storage drive interfaces List of physical or logical interfaces that allow an internal storage drive to communicate with the system, such as SATA, M.2 PCIe, U.2, SAS, NVMe, or other standard connections.
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Serial ATA III |
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System bus rate The maximum theoretical speed at which the system bus can transfer data, expressed in gigatransfers per second (GT/s). This value indicates the bandwidth capacity of the internal communication pathway between components such as the CPU and memory or peripheral devices.
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4.8 GT/s |
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TPM connector Indicates whether the product includes a physical port that can accept a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip, enabling hardware‑based security features such as secure boot and encrypted storage.
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Yes |
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Unbuffered memory Indicates whether the memory modules in the product are unbuffered (non‑registered). A value of "Yes" means the device uses standard unbuffered RAM, while "No" indicates that buffered or registered memory is used.
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Yes |
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Width The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
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225 mm |

MSI is a Taiwanese computer hardware company that produces motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, and PCs. The company is well-known for its gaming laptops and gaming motherboards.






