MSI A320M-A PRO MAX Motherboard

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Identifiers
MPN MSI A320M-A PRO MAX
Dimensions / Weight
Key Features
12v power connector
The type of connector used to supply 12‑volt electrical power to a device, such as a standard ATX power plug or other proprietary 12‑V connectors. It indicates the physical interface that allows the device to receive its main power supply.
Yes
AMD CrossFire Support
Indicates whether the product supports AMD CrossFire technology, which allows multiple graphics cards to work together for improved performance. The value is a textual description such as "2-Way CrossFire", "3-Way CrossFire", "Supported" or "Not Supported".
Not Supported
Audio
A list of the audio codecs, channel configurations, and related technologies that a product can play or output. Each value may combine a codec name (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS‑HD), a channel count (e.g., 5.1, 7.1), and optional qualifiers such as "High Definition" or "Virtual Surround" to describe the exact audio capability of the device.
Realtek ALC892 7.1 HD Audio
Audio chip
The model of the audio processing chip integrated into a device, indicating the specific hardware responsible for sound generation and decoding.
Realtek ALC892
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.
7.1 channels
BIOS type
The firmware interface used by a computer system to initialize hardware and load the operating system, such as UEFI or legacy BIOS. It indicates whether the motherboard supports modern features like secure boot, fast startup, or compatibility with older operating systems.
UEFI AMI
Board dimensions
The physical footprint of a board expressed as width × height in millimetres, centimetres, inches or other linear units. It indicates the space required to mount the board inside a computer case and helps determine compatibility with chassis sizes such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, etc.
236 x 200 mm
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.
SATA
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.
Yes
Chipset
The chipset is the collection of integrated circuits that manages communication between a computer’s CPU, memory, and peripheral devices. It defines the supported processor families, available I/O interfaces, and overall system capabilities, allowing users to understand compatibility and feature sets for motherboards or other hardware components.
AMD A320
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.
Yes
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.
AMD Athlon X4,AMD Ryzen
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.
PC
Cooling
The type of cooling mechanism used by a product, such as active fan‑based cooling, passive heat sinks, liquid cooling, or no active cooling. It indicates whether the device relies on airflow, conduction, or other methods to dissipate heat and helps users assess thermal performance and noise levels.
Passive Heatsinks
CPU fan connector Yes
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.
200 mm
DirectX Version
The specific version of the DirectX graphics API that a product supports or implements. Values are typically numeric (e.g., "12.0", "11.2") and may include minor revisions. This attribute helps users determine compatibility with software, games, and drivers that require particular DirectX capabilities.
12.0
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.
Yes
DVI-D ports quantity
Represents how many DVI‑D connectors are present on the product. The value is a simple integer indicating the total count of DVI‑D ports, regardless of version or internal/external placement.
1
ECC
Indicates whether the memory module or component supports Error‑Correcting Code (ECC) for detecting and correcting single-bit errors during operation. A value of "Yes" means ECC is enabled, allowing automatic correction of data corruption; a value of "No" indicates no ECC support.
Yes
Edition
A brief statement indicating the edition or version of a product, such as "Reprint", "New Edition", or a numeric edition number like "2nd edition". It identifies which specific release of the item is being referenced.
A340M-A PRO MAX
Ethernet LAN
Indicates whether the product includes an Ethernet LAN interface for wired network connectivity, allowing data transmission over RJ‑45 or compatible cables.
Yes
Expansion slots
The total count of physical expansion slots available on a device for installing additional modules or peripherals such as PCI‑Express cards, M.2 drives, USB adapters, or other expansion hardware. It indicates how many separate slots can be used simultaneously or swapped between the product and other devices.
1 x M.2, 22-42/60/80/110, PCIe Gen3x4/SATA3 1 x PCIe 2.0 x1 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
Form factor
Specifies the physical configuration or design of a product, such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, tower, case with cover, etc. It describes how the device is built and what mounting or expansion options it supports.
MicroATX
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.
Yes
Front panel connector
Indicates whether the product includes a connector on its front panel. The value can be "Yes" or "No", representing the presence or absence of this port.
Yes
Integrated Graphics
Indicates whether a device includes an integrated graphics processor, and if so, provides the model or resolution it supports. Typical values are "Yes" or "No", but may also include specific GPU models (e.g., "Intel UHD Graphics 620") or screen resolutions (e.g., "1920x1080"). This attribute helps users determine whether a device can render graphics without a discrete GPU and what performance level to expect.
Requires Processor Graphics or Discrete GPU
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.
Realtek 8111H
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.
32 GB
Memory channel
The number of memory channels supported by a motherboard or processor, indicating how many independent data paths are available for RAM modules. Common values include "Single", "Dual (2)", "Quad (4)" and similar descriptors. This attribute helps users understand the potential memory bandwidth and upgrade options for a system.
Dual (2)
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.
Dual-channel
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).
DIMM
Memory speed
The maximum operating frequency of a memory module, expressed in hertz (Hz). It indicates how many cycles per second the RAM can perform and is typically reported as MHz or GHz. This value helps users compare performance potential across different memory types and system configurations.
DDR4 - 1866 DDR4 - 2133 DDR4 - 2400 DDR4 - 2667 DDR4 - 2933(OC) DDR4 - 3200(OC)
Memory Type ECC
Indicates whether the memory module supports Error‑Correcting Code (ECC) technology, which can detect and correct single-bit errors during operation.
ECC/Non-ECC
Memory Type R/U
The type of memory module used in a computer system, indicating whether it is Registered (R) or Unbuffered (U). This attribute helps determine compatibility with motherboards and the expected performance characteristics of the RAM.
UDIMM (Unbuffered)
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.
Yes
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.
AMD
Network Chip
The model or identifier of the integrated network controller that provides wired Ethernet connectivity for a device. It indicates which chipset is used to manage packet transmission and reception over the LAN port, helping users compare performance, compatibility, and support across different hardware models.
1 x Realtek RTL8111H (Gigabit LAN)
Network Interface Type
The type of network connection supported by the product, such as wired Ethernet (e.g., Gigabit LAN, 2.5 Gbps LAN) or wireless Wi‑Fi standards (e.g., 802.11ac, 802.11ax). It indicates whether the device can connect to a local area network via cable, wirelessly, or both, and may include the maximum speed supported.
Wired Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000)
Non-ECC
Indicates whether the memory module does not support error‑correcting code (ECC). A value of Yes means the module lacks ECC protection, while No means it includes ECC functionality.
Yes
Number of mounting holes
The total count of physical mounting holes or screw points present on a product, component, or accessory that are used for securing it to a surface, frame, or enclosure. This value is an integer and helps users determine the required hardware (e.g., screws, brackets) and compatibility with mounting systems.
6
On-Board Graphics Connectors
A list of the physical connector types available on a device’s onboard graphics output, such as HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI‑D, or VGA. This attribute helps users identify which video ports are directly integrated into the motherboard or system board for connecting displays.
DVI-D HDMI 1.4
Primary GPU Interface
The physical or logical interface used by a graphics processing unit to connect with the rest of the system, such as PCI Express (PCIe) variants. It indicates the technology that enables data transfer and power delivery between the GPU and the motherboard.
PCIe 3.0 (x16)
QPI Speed
The maximum data transfer rate of the QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) interface, expressed in gigatransfers per second (GT/s). This value indicates the bandwidth available for communication between processors and other system components.
N/A
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.
Yes
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.
0,1,10
SATA Support
A list of SATA interface variants that the product supports, such as SATA III (SATA3), SATA II, or M.2 SATA. Each value indicates a specific SATA standard that the device can use for connecting storage devices.
SATA3
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.
1866,2133,2400,2667,2933,3200 MHz
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.
PCI Express 3.0,Serial ATA III
Supported storage drive types
A list of the types of storage drives that a product can accommodate or use, such as HDD, SSD, or hybrid configurations. Each entry indicates a distinct drive type that is supported by the device’s bays, slots, or external interfaces.
HDD,SSD
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.
Yes
Utilities included
Indicates whether the product comes with any utilities (such as drivers, firmware updates, or system tools) included in its standard package. A value of "Yes" means that at least one utility is supplied; a value of "No" means no utilities are provided and must be obtained separately.
Yes
Water Cooled
Indicates whether a product uses water as its cooling medium. A value of "Yes" means the device incorporates a liquid‑cooling system that circulates water to dissipate heat, while "No" indicates it relies on air or other cooling methods.
No
Wi-Fi
Indicates whether the product has built‑in Wi‑Fi capability, allowing it to connect to wireless networks without requiring external adapters or dongles.
No
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.
236 mm
Windows operating systems supported
A list of Microsoft Windows operating system versions that the product is compatible with, including any relevant architecture or edition information.
Windows 10,Windows 7
MSI

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.