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Rectangular ATX motherboard in dark finish with silver heatsinks, black expansion slots and blue memory sockets

MSI

MSI A88X-G43 AMD motherboard Socket FM2/FM2+ DDR3 64GB ATX

SKU CH-FAQJ-ECW37

Socket FM2/FM2+ ATX board with AMD A88X chipset, dual-channel DDR3 up to 2133 MHz and 64 GB maximum memory

  • ProcessorA-Series/Athlon processors with AMD Socket FM2 + architectur
  • ChipsetAMD A88X
  • CPU socketSocket FM2/FM2+
  • Supported memorySupport dual-channel DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333 MHz memory
  • Max supported RAM64 GB
  • PCI slots2 x PCIe x16 slots - PCI_E2 supports PCIe 3.0 x16 speeds * -
  • Supports dual-channel DDR3 up to 2133 MHz for responsive multitasking
  • AMD A88X chipset with Socket FM2/FM2+ fits A-Series and Athlon CPUs
  • Two PCIe x16 slots with one at PCIe 3.0 x16 speed for graphics expansion
  • Realtek ALC892 codec delivers 7.1 channel audio with S/PDIF output
  • Realtek 8111E provides 10/100/1000 Ethernet for wired networking

AMD A88X ATX motherboard for FM2/FM2+ APUs

The MSI A88X-G43 is an ATX board built around the AMD A88X chipset. It accepts AMD A-Series and Athlon processors in the FM2 and FM2+ socket. Dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 64 GB is supported at speeds of 2133, 1866, 1600 and 1333 MHz. The board provides two PCIe x16 slots, three PCIe x1 slots, two legacy PCI slots and eight SATA III ports.

Suitable for DDR3 APU builds; not for newer sockets

This motherboard suits builders assembling or repairing systems based on FM2/FM2+ APUs that require DDR3 memory and multiple expansion slots. It delivers 7.1-channel audio via the Realtek ALC892 codec and gigabit LAN through the Realtek 8111E controller. Users needing newer CPU sockets or USB 3 connectivity should look at other platforms.

Dual-channel DDR3 up to 64 GB decides fit

The single specification that decides compatibility is the maximum memory capacity of 64 GB across four dual-channel DDR3 slots. If the planned build requires more memory or a different memory type, this board will not meet the requirement.

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Price $45.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMSI A88X-G43
Model nameMSI A88X-G43
Processor
ProcessorA-Series/Athlon processors with AMD Socket FM2 + architecture *
CPU socketSocket FM2/FM2+
ChipsetAMD A88X
Memory
Supported memorySupport dual-channel DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333 MHz memory
Max supported RAM64 GB
Storage
SATA and RAID support8XSATA III interface
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC892 Codec
- 7.1 channel high-quality sound effects
- Supports S/PDIF output
Connectivity
Ethernet controller1 PCI Express network port supporting 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet provided by Realtek 8111E
Ports & slots
Onboard USB headers6 USB 2.0 ports (front)
4 USB 2.0 ports (backplane)

Questions about this item

How do I install the board in an ATX case and which standoff step is often missed?

Align the board with the ATX mounting holes, fit brass standoffs only where holes exist, then secure with screws; the step most builders skip is removing any extra standoffs that do not line up, which can short the PCB.

What maintenance will the board need later?

The included CMOS battery will eventually lose charge and should be swapped for a fresh one when BIOS settings stop saving.

What limit appears first under sustained heavy load?

The voltage regulator modules can become the thermal bottleneck during long full-load sessions, so adequate case airflow over the VRM heatsink is the practical ceiling.

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