MSI B85M-P33 V3 Series

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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V8.0 First release 2014/08
G52-78171XB

MSI B85M-P33 V3 Series Specifications

General

Form Factor	Micro ATX
Socket	LGA 1150
Chipset	Intel B85
Memory Slots	2
Maximum Memory	16GB
Memory Standard	DDR3 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz
USB 3.0 Ports	2
PCIe 3.0 x16	1
PCIe 2.0 x1	2
PCI Express x16	1
PCI Express x1	2
SATA 6Gb/s	2
SATA 3Gb/s	2
LAN	Realtek 8111G
Video Outputs	VGA, DVI-D
USB 2.0 Ports	4
Audio	Realtek ALC887

Summary

Introduction and Safety

Safety Instructions

Crucial safety guidelines for proper installation, operation, and maintenance of the equipment.

Layout

Motherboard Specifications

Back Panel

CPU & Heatsink Installation

Memory Installation

Internal Connectors

Power and Serial Ports

SATA Connectors

High-speed SATA interface ports for connecting storage devices like HDDs, SSDs, and optical drives.

Chassis Intrusion and Fan Connectors

Details chassis intrusion detection and headers for CPU and system cooling fans.

System Panel and USB Connectors

Connects front panel switches/LEDs and USB 2.0/3.0 expansion ports.

Front Panel Audio and Security

Entering Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Instructions on how to access the system's BIOS setup utility for configuration.

BIOS Overview