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Green micro-ATX board with LGA 775 socket and four DDR3 slots

MSI

MSI G41M-P21 Intel G41 LGA 775 DDR3 Micro ATX Motherboard

SKU CH-JGJW-GKAFQ

Micro ATX board for LGA 775 CPUs with DDR3 memory up to 8 GB and integrated graphics

  • ProcessorIntel Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo based processors with Socket 77
  • ChipsetIntel G41
  • CPU socketLGA 775
  • Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 1333 (overclocking)/1066/800 MHz
  • Max supported RAM8 GB
  • PCI slots1 PCI Express x16 slot (supports PCI Express bus specificati
  • Supports Core 2 Quad and Duo CPUs via LGA 775 socket
  • Dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 1333 MHz overclocking
  • PCI Express x16 slot compliant with 1.0 specification
  • Four SATA II ports for storage connectivity
  • Realtek ALC889 delivers 8-channel audio output

MSI G41M-P21 LGA 775 Board

This motherboard fits LGA 775 Core 2 Quad and Core 2 Duo processors with a 1333, 1066 or 800 MHz front-side bus. The Intel G41 chipset provides dual-channel DDR3 support up to 8 GB and a single PCI Express x16 slot at version 1.0. It targets basic desktop builds and legacy hardware upgrades.

Sustained load behaviour

The board runs the VRD 11.1 power design for stable voltage delivery during long sessions. The Realtek 8103EL Fast Ethernet controller maintains 10/100 connectivity without extra add-in cards. Onboard Realtek ALC889 audio handles 8-channel output continuously. Four SATA 3.0 Gbps ports keep storage throughput steady.

Installation notes

Micro ATX dimensions fit most chassis designed for the form factor. The package supplies a CMOS battery, one SATA cable and an I/O back panel for immediate use. No WiFi antenna is included because the board lacks a built-in module. Verify processor stepping and memory speed match the supported list before fitting.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMSI G41M-P21
Model nameMSI G41M-P21
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo based processors with Socket 775 architecture
Intel Yorkfield, Wolfdale processors with Socket 775 architecture
Support FSB 1333/1066/800 MHz
Support VRD 11.1 processor power design standard
Support FMB 05a@95 W
CPU socketLGA 775
ChipsetIntel G41
Memory
Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 1333 (overclocking)/1066/800 MHz memory
Max supported RAM8 GB
Storage
SATA and RAID support4XSATA II interface
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC889 Advanced Audio Chip
- Supports 8-channel sound effects detected by intelligent sound interface
Compatible with Azalia 1.0 specifications
Connectivity
Ethernet controller1 PCI Express network port supports 10/100 Fast Ethernet provided by Realtek 8103EL
Ports & slots
Onboard USB headers4 USB 2.0 ports (backplane)

Questions about this item

How much power does the LGA 775 socket draw under full load all day?

The board uses Intel VRD 11.1 processor power design standard for the LGA 775 socket.

Which DDR3 modules must I already own to reach the 8GB maximum?

You need dual-channel DDR3 1333 (overclocking), 1066 or 800 MHz modules to fill the two slots up to 8GB.

Will my PCI Express x16 graphics card work in the 1.0 slot alongside older PCI cards?

The board has one PCI Express x16 slot at specification 1.0, one PCI Express x1 slot and one 32-bit PCI 2.3 slot for legacy cards.

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