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Green micro-ATX board with FM1 socket, black slots and silver heatsinks

MSI

MSI A55M-P35 V2 AMD Motherboard Socket FM1 DDR3 16GB

SKU CH-CGCF-JQ012

Micro-ATX board for AMD Llano APUs on Socket FM1 with dual-channel DDR3 up to 16 GB and six SATA ports

  • ProcessorAMD Llano APU, FM1
  • ChipsetAMD A55
  • CPU socketSocket FM1
  • Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz memory
  • Max supported RAM16 GB
  • PCI slots1 PCI Express x16 slot, supports PCIE 2.0 × 16 speed executi
  • Supports dual-channel DDR3 up to 1600MHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16GB maximum memory capacity handles demanding workloads
  • Realtek ALC887 provides 8-channel audio with smart detection
  • Realtek REL8111E Gigabit LAN delivers 1000Mb/s wired connectivity
  • Micro ATX form factor with PCIe 2.0 x16 plus two x1 slots for expansion

Socket FM1 AMD A55 Platform

The MSI A55M-P35 V2 is a Micro ATX motherboard built for AMD Llano APUs using the Socket FM1 interface. It supports dual-channel DDR3 memory at 1600, 1333 or 1066 MHz up to a maximum of 16 GB. Expansion includes one PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot, two PCI Express x1 slots and a legacy 3.3 V PCI slot.

Thermals, Noise and Power Draw

Passive cooling across the chipset and voltage regulators keeps the board silent during typical desktop workloads. Power draw scales with the installed APU and memory kit, remaining modest for everyday office or media tasks. The Realtek ALC887 audio codec and Realtek 8111E Gigabit LAN controller add minimal load to the system power budget.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under extended load the passive heatsinks dissipate heat from the A55 chipset and power phases without active airflow. The six SATA 2.0 ports maintain steady throughput for storage arrays while the PCI Express 2.0 x16 link delivers consistent bandwidth for graphics or compute cards. Voltage regulation remains stable across long sessions thanks to the board's solid capacitor design.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMSI A55M-P35 V2
Model nameMSI A55M-P35 V2
Processor
ProcessorAMD Llano APU, FM1
CPU socketSocket FM1
ChipsetAMD A55
Memory
Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz memory
Max supported RAM16 GB
Storage
SATA and RAID support6XSATA II interface
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC887 Chip
- 8-channel sound effects that support smart sound interface detection
Compatible with Azalia 1.0 specifications
Connectivity
Ethernet controllerRealtek PCI-E GbLAN Controller REL8111E Chip
- Supports 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s and 1000Mb/s
- Complies with PCI-Express bus specification v1.0a
Ports & slots
PCI slots1 PCI Express x16 slot, supports PCIE 2.0 × 16 speed execution
2 PCI Express x1 slots
1 PCI slot, supports 3.3v/5v PCI main bus interface

Questions about this item

How do I install the CPU into the FM1 socket without bending pins?

Lift the socket lever, align the processor triangle with the socket corner, place the chip gently without force, then lower the lever to lock it.

What maintenance will this board need over time?

The supplied CMOS battery keeps BIOS settings; replace it when the system clock drifts or settings reset after power-off.

Which limit appears first during sustained heavy loads on this A55 board?

The chipset runs without a dedicated heatsink, so VRM and chipset temperatures rise quickly under continuous full-load operation.

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