The motherboard is the basis of the entire system, because it only depends on it which equipment will be installed in the future. Next, several samples from MSI motherboards will be presented: their characteristics, connection methods and driver installation. MSI motherboards differ not only in their stylish appearance, but also in unique characteristics.
MSI Tomahawk AC
MSI Tomahawk AC supports socket 2066, which allows you to install an Intel Core "X" series processor in the system. The memory format that is placed on board is DDR4. Also on the board itself is the latest technological solution that protects the system from overheating and is responsible for competent heat dissipation. Universal multimedia support for the GPU allows you to support the three-channel technology SLI or CrossFire, depending on which company the video card will be.
Improved network adapter allows you to keep wireless. An additional function allows you to quickly restore the system if there was an unexpected reset - this is System Saver. An amazing perception through virtual reality equipment allows you to enjoy the game and at the same time not to experience discomfort for people prone to seasickness.
MSI X470 PRO CARBON
The MSI X470 PRO CARBON motherboard supports processors for the AM4 socket. The supported RAM format is DDR4 with a frequency of up to 3466 megahertz. The Steel Armor feature allows you to add RAM performance. To fully immerse themselves in the game, the developers created the program Audio Doost 4, which gives gamers incredible quality of sounds and sound effects. The Intel Network Controller allows you to maintain an Internet connection using wired and wireless communications, and prioritizing network traffic will help you better maintain a connection in online games.
For games in virtual reality, an improved system has been developed that allows you to completely immerse yourself in the game without any sense of disorientation. Support for multi-channel stream for working with multiple video cards - 2 slots for NVIDIA and three slots for Radeon. This MSI motherboard was created specifically for games in extreme conditions, as it was tested by experienced e-sportsmen for 24 hours.
MSI Z370 GAMING M5
This MSI motherboard supports processors built on socket 1151 of the second version. The chipset manufacturer this time was Intel with the Z370. Like many modern motherboards, this one can work with SLI and CrossFire technology. Four slots for DDR4 RAM work in a two-channel stream, the maximum working frequency is 4000 megahertz, and the total number should not exceed 64 gigabytes. The size of the motherboard corresponds to the ATX form factor.
The design of the motherboard on the diagram and on the board
The MSI MS-7369 motherboard has ATX size and nForce 520 chipset. The socket for the processor supports the AM2 socket. Processor models that can operate on this motherboard: Athlon 64 and Sempron of various modifications. RAM format DDR2 is able to work in dual channel mode.
The schemes of MSI motherboards are quite simple and understandable. On them you can carefully see the direction of flows and the interaction of microchips with each other.
Description of motherboard sizes
Size parameters, or form factor, is a specific standard that sets the dimensions for all connectors located on the motherboard: for a video card, processor, sound and network adapter, and data output ports. Given the generally accepted standards of the form factor, manufacturers comply with it and release their motherboards already in the given sizes.
Parameters of the form factor directly affect the filling and assembly of the system as a whole. Also, based on the size of the motherboard, you can decide on the choice of the case and other components.
ATX is considered the most universal size - its parameters of 30.5 by 24.2 centimeters enable users to reward their computer with all available components. The fact is that the chipsets on this form factor fully reveal the potential of the same processor or RAM than smaller motherboards. The choice of the case can become a problem, since it must contain not only the motherboard with accessories, but also the cooling system.
The next version is called Micro ATX, which corresponds to 24.4 by 24.4 centimeters. Of course, such a motherboard can be located in a case designed for a standard size, but not vice versa. Since there are much fewer additional connectors on such boards, modern manufacturers release them with integrated GPUs and position these cards as office ones.
The next step in the direction of reduction shows the motherboard format Flex ATX. This is a budget version for office computers only. The dimensions of this board are 22.9 by 19.1 centimeters, but despite such a small size, these boards can also be housed in ATX and Micro ATX cases and work with an analog power system.
Connecting the MSI motherboard to accessories
Firstly, the assembly and connection of equipment must be carried out with the electricity turned off. The next step will be fixing the motherboard in the case. Next, the power supply is connected, its plug can not be confused with anything - it has 20 + 4 contacts. Plug in the plug until it clicks. After that, the hard drive is connected to the motherboard using an IDE cable.
There should be no problems with the video card, only you need to pay attention to the presence or absence of latches, which are similar in design to the latches for RAM. If there are no latches, then you can simply plug it into the motherboard correctly. Other components are connected at the request of the user.
Drivers for MSI motherboard
Many manufacturers are developing additional improvements to overclock the entire system. In order for the motherboard to reach its full potential, you need to download and install drivers for the MSI motherboard. To do this, you need to go to the website of the manufacturer of the motherboard. After that, you need to find the "Support" tab and select the appropriate device. After installing the drivers, you can use all the additional features and improvements that the manufacturer has implemented in the equipment.