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MSI PRO B660-A DDR4 User Manual

MSI PRO B660-A DDR4
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For M2_2 slot
1. Please install the supplied EZ M.2 Clip kit in the M.2 slot according to your SSD
length.
2. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.
3. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD.
30º30º
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6. Put the M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink back in place and secure it.
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Table of Contents

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MSI PRO B660-A DDR4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Audio chipRealtek ALC897
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetIntel B660
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Motherboard chipset familyIntel
Processor socketLGA 1700
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Pentium Gold
Non-ECCNo
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory128 GB
Supported memory clock speeds2133, 2666, 3200, 3600, 4800 MHz
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
RAID supportYes
Supported storage drive typesSSD
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, SATA III
Parallel processing technology supportCrossfire
USB 2.0 connectors1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors0
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
HDMI version1.2
DisplayPort version1.4
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.
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Cables includedSATA
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Weight1000 g
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width305 mm
Height73 mm

Summary

Safety Information

Specifications

CPU

Details about supported processors and socket type.

Chipset

Specifies the Intel B660 chipset.

Memory

Information on DDR4 slots, capacity, and frequencies.

Expansion Slots

Lists PCIe slots and their specifications.

Onboard Graphics

Details about VGA, HDMI, and DisplayPort outputs.

Specifications (Continued)

SATA Ports

Lists SATA 6Gb/s ports and compatibility notes.

Fan Connectors

Lists CPU, pump, and system fan connectors.

M.2 SSD Slot

Details M.2 slots, supported devices, and Intel technologies.

Back Panel Connectors

Lists all rear I/O ports.

Power Connectors

Lists ATX main and 12V power connectors.

Internal USB Connectors

Describes USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 internal connectors.

Back Panel Connectors

USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port

High-speed, reversible USB Type-C port.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports

High-speed USB Type-A ports.

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Location for installing the CPU.

DIMM Slots

Slots for installing RAM modules.

CPU Socket

DIMM Slots

M2_3: M.2 Slot (Key E)

PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M)

SATA5~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~5: Fan Connectors

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

EZ Debug LED

Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center

Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11

Step-by-step guide for OS installation.

Installing Drivers

Process for installing system drivers.

MSI Center

Overview of the MSI Center utility.

UEFI BIOS

UEFI advantages

Benefits of using UEFI over traditional BIOS.

How to check the BIOS mode?

Steps to verify the current BIOS mode.

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Instructions on accessing BIOS settings.

Resetting BIOS

Updating BIOS

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH

Method for updating BIOS via M-FLASH utility.

Updating the BIOS with MSI Center

Technical Support

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