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MSI

MSI FM2-A55M-E35 AMD A55 Socket FM2 DDR3 Micro ATX Motherboard

SKU CH-H78W-Y8633

Socket FM2 board with AMD A55 chipset, dual-channel DDR3 up to 2133 MHz, 32 GB max, one PCIe 2.0 x16, two PCIe 2.0 x1, one PCI, six SATA ports, Realtek 8-channel audio and Gigabit LAN.

  • ProcessorAMD A10/A8/A6/A4 series processors supporting Socket FM2 arc
  • ChipsetAMD A55
  • CPU socketSocket FM2
  • Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 2133 (overclocking)/1866/1600/133
  • Max supported RAM32 GB
  • PCI slots1 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot 2 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 1 PCI
  • Supports AMD A-series processors using Socket FM2 architecture
  • Dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 2133MHz overclocking with 32GB maximum capacity
  • Realtek AL887 8-channel audio with Azalia 1.0 compliance
  • Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN at 1000Mb/s speeds
  • Eight USB 2.0 rear ports plus six SATA II connectors

Socket FM2 foundation for AMD A-series APUs

This micro-ATX board pairs the AMD A55 chipset with a Socket FM2 CPU slot for AMD A10, A8, A6 and A4 processors. Dual-channel DDR3 runs up to 2133 MHz when overclocked and tops out at 32 GB total. One PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot, two PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots and a legacy PCI slot handle expansion.

Check CPU cooler clearance and DDR3 stock

Verify that your FM2 processor cooler fits the micro-ATX layout and that you have DDR3 modules rated for 1066, 1333, 1600, 1866 or 2133 MHz. Confirm the case has a spare PCI bracket for the single x16 slot and that the power supply carries the standard ATX connectors this board expects.

Replaces older FM1 or entry AM3+ boards

Moving from an FM1 platform or a basic AM3+ board adds native FM2 APU support, dual-channel DDR3 up to 2133 MHz and six SATA II ports for storage arrays. The jump is worthwhile when you need integrated graphics performance from A-series chips and more drive connections than legacy boards provide.

How it compares

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Price $36.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMSI FM2-A55M-E35
Model nameMSI FM2-A55M-E35
Processor
ProcessorAMD A10/A8/A6/A4 series processors supporting Socket FM2 architecture
CPU socketSocket FM2
ChipsetAMD A55
Memory
Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 2133 (overclocking)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz memory
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
SATA and RAID support6XSATA II interface
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek AL887 Chip
- Supports 8-channel sound effects detected by intelligent sound interface
Compatible with Azalia 1.0 specifications
Connectivity
Ethernet controllerRealtek PCI-E GbLAN Controller RTL8111E Chip
Supports 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s and 1000Mb/s
Compliant with PCI-Express bus specification v1.0a.
Ports & slots
PCI slots1 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot
2 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots
1 PCI slot
Onboard USB headers8 USB 2.0 ports (backplane)

Questions about this item

What comes in the box and what must I buy separately?

The package includes the motherboard, a CMOS battery, one SATA cable and the chassis I/O back panel. You will need to purchase a Socket FM2 processor, DDR3 memory modules, storage drives, a power supply, a case and a CPU cooler separately.

Which memory speed should I choose for this board?

The board supports dual-channel DDR3 at 1066, 1333, 1600, 1866 and 2133 MHz (overclocking). Pick a speed your budget allows; 1600 or 1866 MHz kits are widely available and run at rated speed without extra setup.

What does the 32 GB maximum memory mean for my build?

You can install up to 32 GB of DDR3 across the board's memory slots, giving plenty of capacity for multitasking and older games. The actual usable amount also depends on the operating system and the processor's integrated memory controller.

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