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MSI

MSI 880GMS-E41 AMD motherboard Socket AM3 DDR3 16GB Micro ATX

SKU CH-236B-XAFGF

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

  • ProcessorSupports 64-bit AMD Phenom II X6/X4/X3/X2, Athlon II X4/X3/X
  • ChipsetAMD 880G
  • CPU socketSocket AM3
  • Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory
  • Max supported RAM16 GB
  • PCI slots1 PCI Express x16 slot supports PCIE 2.0 × 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.

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Price $40.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMSI 880GMS-E41
Model nameMSI 880GMS-E41
Processor
ProcessorSupports 64-bit AMD Phenom II X6/X4/X3/X2, Athlon II X4/X3/X2 and Sempron processors
CPU socketSocket AM3
ChipsetAMD 880G
Memory
Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory
Max supported RAM16 GB
Storage
SATA and RAID support6XSATA III interface
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC887 Chip
- Supports 8-channel sound effects detected by intelligent sound interface
Compatible with Azalia 1.0 specifications
Connectivity
Ethernet controllerRealtek PCI-E GbLAN Controller REL8111E Chip
- Supports 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s and 1000Mb/s
Compliant with PCI-Express bus specification v1.0a.
Ports & slots
PCI slots1 PCI Express x16 slot supports PCIE 2.0 × 16 speed execution
1 PCI Express x1 slot
1 PCI slot, supports 3.3v/5v PCI main bus interface
Onboard USB headers6 USB 2.0 ports (backplane)

Questions about this item

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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