i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron (3rd / 2nd Gen) Support, ATX, DDR3 (max 32GB), 4 x USB3, 10 x USB2, 2 x SATA3, 4 x SATA2, DSub, DVI-D, HDMI
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Intel 3rd and 2nd Generation Core i7/i5/i3 Processors ReadyThis motherboard supports Intel 3rd generation (Ivy Bridge) and 2nd generation (Sandy Bridge) Core i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors. Intel 3rd generation Core processor-based platforms are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world. |
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Intel H77 Express ChipsetThe Intel H77 Express Chipset is a single-chipset design to support socket 1155 Intel 3rd/2nd generation processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, H77 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Moreover, Intel H77 Express Chipset can also enable iGPU function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphic performance. |
Military Class 3 MSI's Military Class 3 components support you while you are questing, racing, battling and shooting your way to the top. MSI's Military Class 3 components deliver record-breaking stability when you need to keep cool in the heat of battle. The new standard in stability built on a proven technology of high quality components. |
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OC Genie 2 OC Genie 2 provides an instant performance boost, optimizing CPU, memory, integrated graphics and storage device performance with the click on one button! Overclock in on second! |
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Instant OCInstant OC is a motherboard monitoring tool that allows the user to intelligently auto set the clock speed and voltage of the CPU and memory to enable greater performance. Instant OC's user friendly interface has 4 pre-set Instant OC Modes. |
HDMI Support HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is new generation fully digital video/audio interface which can transfer 1080p High-Definition video and Audio output in single compact connector. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as Blu-ray Discs, HDMI provides you with the highest-quality home theater experience. |
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AMD CrossfireX Multi-GPU Support AMD CrossFireX is the ultimate multi-GPU performance gaming platform. Enabling game-dominating power, AMD CrossFireX technology enables two or more discrete graphics processors to work together to improve graphics performance. AMD CrossFireX technology allows you to expand your system’s graphics capabilities. It allows you the ability to scale your system’s graphics horsepower as you need it, supporting up to four AMD Radeon HD graphics cards, making it the most scalable gaming platform ever. With an AMD CrossFireX gaming technology, the traditional graphics limitation exists no more, allowing you to enjoy higher performance as well as visual experience. |
Dual-Channel DDR3 1600 MHz Support The motherboard supports 32GB DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of up to 1600 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia and Internet applications. |
THX True Studio ProTHX is a trade mark of a high-end audio/visual reproduction standard for movies, home theaters, computer speakers and other audio devices. THX Certified Audio products are designed to let users experience movies & videos as if they were live shows. The true sound effects can make high definition video more powerful and realistic for the viewer. |
SATA 6Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s provides double the bandwidth of traditional SATA 3Gb/s, and increases the data transfer rate between your motherboard and internal storage devices, such as 7200RPM HDDs, 10000RPM HDDs and SSDs. It's also the current trend for upcoming high-speed internal storage devices to break the existing bottleneck of a PC's performance. |
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USB 3.0 Compared to the 480Mbps provided by traditional USB 2.0, the all-new USB 3.0's 5Gb/s offers 10 times the transfer bandwidth, so transferring a Blu-ray movie takes less than one minute. MSI also has implemented a front panel USB 3.0 port, making the use of an external USB 3.0 device even more convenient. |
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Gaming Device Port MSI Gaming Device Port is optimized to deliver the best connectivity for high end gaming mice to fully utilize it's speed. This results in a much faster and smoother mouse response in games. |
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USB Safeguard USB Safeguard can prevent motherboards and USB devices from being damaged by short-circuit and ESD (Electro-Static Discharge) with Anti-ESD chips built-into the motherboards. Additionally, the safeguard can protect against such dangers multiple times, and greatly improves product lifespan. |
Click Bios 2MSI ClickBIOS II provides a consistent user interface both in the UEFI BIOS and in Windows, it provides the most convenient way for users to control system settings and supports touchscreen control. |
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3TB+ Infinity3TB+ Infinity is not only breaking through the limit of traditional BIOS, but also enhancing the utilization of hard drive efficiently. In addition to supporting the latest 3TB hard drives, MSI 3TB+ Infinity technology can use the 3TB hard drive as boot disk when installing a 64-bit operating system. Compared to our competitors, MSI 3TB+ Infinity is an industry-leading technology which substantially presents an advantage of development and application in the future. |
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M-FlashCompared to the common mainboard which needs extra BIOS chips, MSI’s M-Flash has a double advantage. Firstly it doesn’t need extra components and secondly all your BIOS data will be saved in the USB drive. The stored data does not only have backup and upgrade function, moreover it can also be seen as a portable BIOS chip which is actually able to boot up your PC. |
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Live Update 5 MSI Live Update 5 is a powerful application for updating the latest BIOS and Drivers, saving your time and lowering the risk of updating. End-users can install and run the Live Update 5 software on their computers with the companion CD or downloading the app free from the MSI website. |
Model Number | ZH77A-G43 |
Form Factor | ATX |
Dimensions | 30.5cm x 24.4cm |
Compatible Processors | Intel 3rd Generation Core i7/i5/i3 Intel 3rd Generation Pentium Intel 3rd Generation Celeron Intel 2nd Generation Core i7/i5/i3 Intel 2nd Generation Pentium Intel 2nd Generation Celeron |
Socket Type | LGA 1155 |
Power Design | 6 Phase |
Chipset Manufacturer | Intel |
Chipset Type | H77 Express |
RAM Installed / Max Capacity | 0 MB / 32 GB Max |
RAM Slots | 4 x DDR3 DIMM |
Supported RAM | DDR3 Non-ECC UDIMM |
RAM Architecture | Dual-Channel |
Supported RAM Speeds | 1600/1333/1066 Mhz |
Expansion Slots Total (Free) | 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 1 x PCIe 2.0 x1 3 x PCI |
Video Controller | Supports Intel HD Graphics |
Multi-GPU Support | Supports AMD CrossFireX |
Ports Present & Quantity | 1 x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse port
6 x USB 2.0 ports 2 x USB 3.0 ports 1 x RJ45 LAN Jack 1 x 6 in 1 audio jack 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub port |
Ports Present & Quantity | 1 x ATX 24-Pin power connector
8-pin ATX 12V power connector CPU x 1 / System x 4 FAN connectors 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 6 x Serial ATA connectors 2 x USB 2.0 connectors 1 x USB 3.0 connector 1 x Serial port connector 1 x Parallel port connector 1 x TPM Module connector 1 x Front Panel Audio connector 1 x Front Panel connector 1 x Chassis Intrusion connector 1 x Voice Genie connector (optional) 1 x MultiConnect Panel connector (optional) |
Intel H77 Express | 2 x SATA 6Gb/s (RAID 0,1,5,10) 4 x SATA 3Gb/s (RAID 0,1,5,10) |
Controller | Realtek 8111E |
Lan Speed | 10/100/1000 |
Ports | 1 x LAN(RJ45) port |
Wireless | N/A |
Speed | N/A |
Features | N/A |
Controller | Realtek ALC892 |
Features | 8-Channel HD Audio |
Feature List | Support for OC Genie 2
Support for Click BIOS II Support for Instant OC Support for 3TB+ Infinity Support for M-FLash Support for Live Update 5 |
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