MSI B550-A PRO Motherboard

The MSI B550-A PRO is a feature-rich ATX motherboard designed for AMD Ryzen 5000 and 3000 Series processors (excluding Ryzen 5 3400G and Ryzen 3 3200G) with the AM4 socket. Built for professionals and enthusiasts, it offers robust performance, comprehensive connectivity, and advanced thermal solutions.

Key Features

• Processor Support: Compatible with AMD Ryzen 5000 and 3000 Series processors (excluding Ryzen 5 3400G and Ryzen 3 3200G) with the AM4 socket.
• Memory Support: 4 x DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 128GB of system memory with speeds up to 4400MHz (OC), and support for A-XMP profiles.
• Expansion Slots: 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, and 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots for versatile expansion options.
• Storage Options: 2 x M.2 slots (1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 and 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4) and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports, supporting RAID configurations.
• Networking: Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit Ethernet for fast and reliable wired connectivity.
• USB Ports: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 4 x USB 2.0 ports on the rear I/O, plus additional headers for front panel connectivity.
• Display Outputs: 1 x HDMI 2.1 port and 1 x DisplayPort for versatile display options.
• Audio: Realtek ALC892/ALC897 codec with 7.1-channel high-definition audio for immersive sound quality.
• Cooling Features: Extended heatsink design with additional choke thermal pad and 7W/mK pad, and M.2 Shield Frozr for optimal cooling performance.
• Durability: 2oz thickened copper PCB and reinforced PCIe Steel Armor for enhanced durability and signal quality.
• RGB Lighting: Supports 5V addressable RGB and 12V RGB devices via JRAINBOW and JRGB headers, controllable through MSI Mystic Light software.

Benefits

• Enhanced Performance: Supports high-speed DDR4 memory and PCIe 4.0 for improved system responsiveness and future-proofing.
• Comprehensive Connectivity: Multiple USB ports, M.2 slots, and display outputs provide versatile connectivity for various peripherals and devices.
• Efficient Cooling: Advanced cooling solutions maintain optimal temperatures during intensive tasks and gaming sessions.
• Robust Power Delivery: The 2oz thickened copper PCB and PCIe Steel Armor ensure stable power delivery and enhanced durability.
• Immersive Audio: High-definition audio technology delivers clear and immersive sound for an enhanced multimedia experience.

Package Contents

• MSI B550-A PRO Motherboard
• I/O Shield
• User Manual
• Driver and Utility Disk
• 2 x SATA Cables
• Case Badge
• Quick Installation Guide

Recommended Components

• Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or Ryzen 7 5800X
• Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 16GB (2x8GB) 3200MHz
• Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT
• Storage: Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1TB NVMe SSD

Keywords

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