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MSI B450M-A PRO MAX User Manual

MSI B450M-A PRO MAX
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LAN Port LED Status Table ........................................................................................7
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CPU Socket .................................................................................................................9
DIMM Slots................................................................................................................10
PCI_E1~2: PCIe Expansion Slots ..............................................................................10
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors .......................................................................11
SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ...........................................................................12
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) .............................................................................................12
ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1: Power Connectors ...........................................................13
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors .................................................................................14
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen1 Connector .............................................................................14
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: Fan Connectors .................................................................15
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ...............................................................................16
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ...........................................................................16
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ................................................................................17
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector .................................................................................17
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ...............................................................17
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Entering BIOS Setup .................................................................................................18
Resetting BIOS ..........................................................................................................19
Updating BIOS...........................................................................................................19
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Installing Windows
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Installing Drivers ......................................................................................................20
Installing Utilities .....................................................................................................20
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motherboard. This User Guide gives
information about board layout, component overview, BIOS
setup and software installation.

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MSI B450M-A PRO MAX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor socketSocket AM4
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD Athlon, AMD Ryzen, AMD Ryzen 3, AMD Ryzen 3 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 3 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 5, AMD Ryzen 5 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 5 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 7, AMD Ryzen 7 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 7 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 9 3rd Gen
Maximum number of SMP processors1
Audio chipRealtek ALC892
Cooling typePassive
Component for-
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetAMD B450
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Number of mounting holes6
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 x64, Windows 7 x64
ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots2
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1866, 2133, 2400, 2667, 2800, 2933, 3000, 3066, 3200, 3466, 3733, 3866, 4000, 4133 MHz
Supported memory module capacities4GB, 8GB, 16GB
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA III
DirectX version12.0
Maximum resolution4096 x 2160 pixels
Maximum graphics card memory2048 MB
Parallel processing technology supportNot supported
Number of SATA III connectors4
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors0
USB connector typeUSB Type-A
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Wi-FiNo
LAN controllerRealtek 8111H
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Cables includedSATA
HDD size2.5/3.5 \
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth200 mm
Width236 mm

Summary

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Instructions for installing the CPU into the socket, including important precautions.

DIMM Slots

Guides on installing memory modules into the DIMM slots and compatibility notes.

PCI_E1~2: PCIe Expansion Slots

Details on PCIe expansion slot compatibility and installation guidelines.

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

Instructions for clearing CMOS and resetting BIOS settings using the jumper.

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

How to access the BIOS setup menu during the boot process.

Resetting BIOS

Methods to restore BIOS settings to default values.

Updating BIOS

Guides on updating the BIOS using M-FLASH or Live Update 6.

Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities

Installing Windows 10

Steps for installing the Windows 10 operating system.

Installing Drivers

Process for installing motherboard drivers from the included disc.

Installing Utilities

Guide to installing motherboard utilities after driver installation.

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