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MSI P67A-GD53 Series

MSI P67A-GD53 Series
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MSI P67A-GD53 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
SocketLGA 1155
ChipsetIntel P67
Form FactorATX
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory32 GB
PCI Express x16 Slots2
PCI Express x1 Slots2
PCI Slots2
SATA 6Gb/s Ports2
SATA 3Gb/s Ports4
USB 3.0 Ports2
Memory SupportDDR3 1066/1333/1600 MHz
LANRealtek 8111E Gigabit LAN
AudioRealtek ALC892

Summary

Document Information

Copyright and Trademarks

Legal notices and ownership information.

Revision History

Record of document updates and changes.

Technical Support

Guidance on obtaining assistance and resources.

Safety Instructions

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement

WEEE Environmental Statement

Mainboard Specifications

Processor, Chipset, and Memory Support

CPU, chipset, and RAM compatibility details.

LAN, SATA, RAID, and USB 3.0

Connectivity specifications for networking, storage, and USB.

Motherboard Connectors

Back Panel Ports Overview

Description of external rear panel connectivity options.

On-Board Connectors Overview

Overview of internal connector locations and types.

Expansion Slots and Mounting

Details on PCIe/PCI slots and chassis mounting points.

Quick Components Guide

Mainboard Mounting

Screw Hole Locations

Diagram showing screw hole positions for mounting.

CPU and Cooler Information

CPU Overheating and Overclocking Precautions

Warnings and advice on CPU thermal management and overclocking.

LGA 1155 CPU Introduction

Basic information about the LGA 1155 CPU socket.

CPU Installation Process - Part 1

Installing the CPU and Cooler (Steps 1-4)

First set of instructions for CPU and cooler installation.

CPU Installation Process - Part 2

Installing the CPU and Cooler (Steps 5-8)

Middle steps for CPU and cooler installation.

CPU Installation Process - Part 3

Installing the CPU and Cooler (Steps 9-12)

Final instructions for CPU and cooler installation.

Memory Configuration

Memory Population Rules

Rules for populating memory slots for optimal performance.

Memory Module Installation

Installing DIMMs Correctly

Step-by-step guide for inserting memory modules.

Power Supply Connections

Back Panel Ports

Standard IO Ports

Details on PS/2, Audio, IEEE 1394, and eSATA ports.

Rear Panel Connectivity Details

USB and LAN Ports

Information on USB 2.0, USB 3.0, and LAN port functionality.

Jumpers Configuration

Clear CMOS Jumper

Instructions for using the CMOS clear jumper.

Motherboard Buttons

OC Genie, Power, and Reset Buttons

Description of OC Genie, Power, and Reset button operations.

Voltage Check Points

Expansion Slots

PCIE and PCI Slot Types

Types and usage of PCIE and PCI slots.

LED Status Indicators

APS and Dual BIOS LEDs Explained

Meaning of APS and Dual BIOS LED statuses.

BIOS Setup Guide

Entering BIOS Setup

Procedure for accessing the BIOS setup menu.

BIOS Control and Navigation

Keyboard Controls and Sub-Menus

Using keyboard shortcuts and understanding sub-menus in BIOS.

BIOS Main Menu Overview

BIOS Setup General Operations

Loading Defaults and Setting DateTime

How to restore defaults and configure system date/time.

Saving and Exiting BIOS Setup

Steps for saving changes and exiting the BIOS utility.

BIOS Overclocking Menu

CPU Frequency and Base Clock Settings

Configuration of CPU frequency and base clock.

CPU Ratio and EIST Settings

Adjusting CPU multiplier and SpeedStep technology.

Advanced Overclocking Settings - Part 1

DRAM and Timing Configuration

Settings for DRAM frequency, timings, and modes.

Advanced Overclocking Settings - Part 2

Voltage and Profile Settings

Adjusting system voltages and managing overclocking profiles.

BIOS CPU Feature Settings - Part 1

CPU Specifications and Technology

Information on CPU features like virtualization and security.

BIOS CPU Feature Settings - Part 2

CPU Power Management and Features

Settings for CPU power states and performance optimizations.

Software and Driver Information

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