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MSI

MSI NF725-C21 Socket AM3 DDR3 8GB ATX Intel motherboard

SKU CH-KXRX-X6G0Z

Socket AM3 board with onboard GeForce 8 graphics, dual-channel DDR3 up to 1600 MHz, 8 GB maximum memory, one PCIe x16 and one x1 slot plus four PCI slots, two SATA II ports.

  • ProcessorAM2 + slot supports AMD Phenom II X3/X4 & Athlon X2/X3/X4 pr
  • ChipsetGeForce 8 series onboard GPU
  • CPU socketSocket AM3
  • Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 1600/1066/800 MHz memory
  • Max supported RAM8 GB
  • PCI slots1 PCI Express x16 slot 1 PCI Express x1 slot 4 PCI slots, su
  • Supports AMD Phenom II and Athlon processors via Socket AM3
  • GeForce 8 series onboard GPU provides integrated graphics capability
  • Dual-channel DDR3 memory support up to 8GB at 1600MHz
  • Realtek ALC887 audio chipset delivers 7.1 channel sound
  • Realtek 8105E LAN chipset enables 10/100 Ethernet connectivity

Socket AM3 motherboard

The MSI NF725-C21 is an ATX board built around the Socket AM3 platform and an integrated GeForce 8 series GPU. It accepts AM2+ slot CPUs such as Phenom II X3/X4 and Athlon X2/X3/X4 processors. Dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 1600 MHz is supported with a maximum capacity of 8 GB. The board also provides a Realtek ALC887 audio codec for 7.1 channel sound and a Realtek 8105E LAN controller for 10/100 Ethernet.

Suitable for legacy AMD system repairs.

This motherboard fits technicians restoring or maintaining older AMD systems that require Socket AM3 and DDR3 memory. The onboard GeForce 8 graphics remove the need for a discrete card in basic office or media tasks. Builders targeting current CPUs, newer memory standards, gigabit networking or PCI Express 3.0 features should select a different platform.

Single PCI Express x16 slot

Expansion centres on one PCI Express x16 slot alongside four 3.3 V/5 V PCI slots for older add-in cards. Two SATA II ports handle storage, while six USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel cover peripherals. The package includes the board, a CMOS battery, one SATA cable and an I/O shield.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMSI NF725-C21
Model nameMSI NF725-C21
Processor
ProcessorAM2 + slot supports AMD Phenom II X3/X4 & Athlon X2/X3/X4 processors
CPU socketSocket AM3
ChipsetGeForce 8 series onboard GPU
Memory
Supported memorySupports dual-channel DDR3 1600/1066/800 MHz memory
Max supported RAM8 GB
Storage
SATA and RAID support2XSATA II interface
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC887 Chip
- Supports 7.1 channel sound effects detected by intelligent sound interface
Compatible with Azalia 1.0 specifications
Connectivity
Ethernet controllerRealtek 8105E chip supports 10/100 high-speed Ethernet network
Ports & slots
PCI slots1 PCI Express x16 slot
1 PCI Express x1 slot
4 PCI slots, supporting 3.3v/5v PCI main bus interface
Onboard USB headers6 USB 2.0 ports (backplane)

Questions about this item

Will this board accept my existing DDR3 1600 MHz modules?

Yes, the board supports dual-channel DDR3 at 1600, 1066 and 800 MHz up to 8 GB total.

Can I keep using my older PCI expansion cards with the four 3.3 V/5 V PCI slots?

The four PCI slots accept 3.3 V and 5 V cards, so most legacy PCI devices will work.

How do I verify the onboard GeForce 8 graphics are active after assembly?

Connect a display to the board’s video output; if the BIOS screen appears, the integrated GPU is working.

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