MSI B85-P33 Series User Manual

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Revision Revision History Date
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MSI B85-P33 Series Specifications

General

Form Factor	ATX
CPU Socket	LGA 1150
Chipset	Intel B85
Memory Type	DDR3
Memory Slots	4
Maximum Memory Supported	32GB
Memory Speed	1600/1333/1066 MHz
SATA 6Gb/s	2
SATA 3Gb/s	4
PCIe 3.0 x16	1
PCIe 2.0 x1	2
PCI Slots	2
Video Outputs	VGA, DVI-D
USB 3.0 Ports	2
USB 2.0 Ports	6
Audio	Realtek ALC887
LAN	Realtek RTL8111G Gigabit LAN controller

Summary

Safety Instructions

English

Layout

Diagram showing the physical layout of motherboard components and connectors.

Motherboard Specifications

CPU and Chipset Support

Details supported Intel CPUs, socket type, and motherboard chipsets.

Memory and Expansion Slots

Information on DDR3 RAM support, PCIe, and PCI slot configurations.

Back Panel and Internal Connectors

Describes rear I/O ports, internal motherboard connectors, BIOS features, and form factor.

Back Panel

CPU & Heatsink Installation

Memory Installation

Internal Connectors

ATX Power Connectors

Describes ATX power connectors for motherboard power supply.

SATA Connectors

Fan Power Connectors

System Panel Connectors

USB 3.0 Expansion Connector

Clear CMOS Jumper

PCIe Expansion Slots

Describes PCIe expansion slots for graphics cards and other devices.

PCI Expansion Slots

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Overview

Menu display

OC Menu