Msi B450M Gaming Plus DDR4 AMD AM4 M-ATX PCIe 3.0 Gaming Motherboard
Overview :
The MSI B450M Gaming Plus is a robust Micro‑ATX motherboard built around the AMD B450 chipset and designed for AMD AM4 socket CPUs. Msi B450M Gaming Plus Tailored for gaming and overclocking performance, it supports 1st, 2nd, and many 3rd-generation Ryzen processors—including those with Vega integrated graphics—as well as Athlon CPUs with Vega graphics. Msi B450M Gaming Plus board combines essential gaming features like reinforced PCIe slots, advanced audio, and efficient storage solutions, all in a compact form factor that’s ideal for budget-conscious builds without sacrificing functionality or future upgrade paths.
Key Features :
CPU Compatibility: Msi B450M Gaming Plus Works with AMD Ryzen 1st‑gen, 2nd‑gen, Ryzen with Vega graphics, and Athlon with Vega graphics, even without a BIOS update if BIOS FlashBack is used.
Overclocking‑Ready Memory: Dual DDR4 slots support up to 32 GB with speeds up to 3466 MHz (OC) via A‑XMP.
High‑Speed Storage:
1× Turbo M.2 slot (PCIe 3.0 ×4 up to ~32 Gb/s, supports NVMe & M.2 SATA)
4× SATA III ports with RAID 0/1/10 support.
Graphics & Expansion:
1× PCIe 3.0 ×16 slot with Steel Armor
2× PCIe 2.0 ×1 slots
DVI‑D and HDMI 1.4 ports (graphics via CPU required).
Superior Audio: Realtek ALC887 7.1‑channel HD audio with Audio Boost and Nahimic 3 enhancements (isolated PCB, headphone amp, EMI shielding).Connectivity:
Rear: 1× USB‑C Gen1, 3× USB‑A Gen1, 2× USB‑2.0 (plus internal headers for more)
PS/2 combo port; Gigabit LAN (Realtek 8111H).
Convenience Tools:
BIOS FlashBack+, EZ Debug LEDs, Steel Armor, Gaming Hotkey, Game Boost, LAN Protect, TURBO M.2, and MSI’s Command Center suite.
Form Factor & Build:
Compact micro‑ATX (244×210 mm) with six mounting holes,
3-year MSI warranty, red-and-black gaming aesthetic.
Specification :
| Form Factor | micro‑ATX (≈ 244 × 210 mm) |
| Socket & Chipset | AM4 socket, AMD B450 chipset |
| Supported CPUs | Ryzen 1st/2nd‑gen, Ryzen with Vega, Athlon with Vega (BIOS FlashBack+) |
| Memory | 2× DDR4 DIMM, up to 32 GB, up to 3466 MHz (OC), dual-channel, ECC supported (non-ECC mode) |
| Expansion Slots | 1× PCIe 3.0 ×16 (with Steel Armor), 2× PCIe 2.0 ×1 |
| Storage Options | 1× M.2 (PCIe 3.0 ×4 / SATA), 4× SATA III (RAID 0/1/10) |
| Integrated Graphics I/O | HDMI 1.4 (up to 4096×2160 @30 Hz) and DVI‑D (up to 1920×1200 @60 Hz), via CPU |
| USB Ports | Rear: 1× USB‑C Gen1, 3× USB‑A Gen1, 2× USB 2.0; Internal: headers for additional USB 2.0 (×4) and USB 3.1 Gen1 (×4) |
| Networking | Realtek 8111H Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio | Realtek ALC887, 7.1‑channel, Audio Boost with Nahimic 3 |
| Cooling & Headers | 1× CPU fan, 2× system fan headers; RGB LED headers, TPM, chassis intrusions, serial port |
| Other Features | BIOS FlashBack+, Steel Armor, EZ Debug LED, Game Boost, LAN Protect, MSI software tools |
| Rear I/O Ports | PS/2 combo, multiple USB, HDMI, DVI, LAN, audio jacks |
| OS Support | Windows 10 (64‑bit), Windows 7 (64‑bit) with Ryzen first‑/second‑gen CPU |
| Warranty | 3 years (MSI standard) |
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