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MSI Z77A-G45 Thunderbolt LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard with UEFI BIOS

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MSI Z77A-G45 Thunderbolt LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard with UEFI BIOS

Name: MSI Z77A-G45 Thunderbolt LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard with UEFI BIOS
Brand: MSI
SKU: N82E16813130665
Rating: 4 (42 reviews)

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Intel Z77
Core i7 / i5 / i3 (LGA1155)
DDR3 2800(OC)/2667(OC)

🔥Don't forget your OS, we have Windows 11 OEM, Download and USB versions available

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INTEL THUNDERBOLT TECHNOLOGY

At 10 Gbps, Thunderbolt™ technology delivers great responsiveness with data and display transfers—in each direction, at the same time—using a single cable to connect devices in a daisy chain.

Key Features include:

Dual-channel 10Gbps per port
Bi-directional
Dual-protocol (PCI Express and DisplayPort)
Compatible with existing DisplayPort devices

Daisy-chained devices
Electrical or optical cables
Low latency with highly accurate time synchronization
Uses native protocol software drivers
Power over cable for bus-powered devices

MILITARY CLASS III COMPONENT DESIGN

MSI motherboard maintains a commitment to product stability and reliability with Military Class III components. These include:

Super Ferrite Choke (SFC): 10% higher power efficiency, 30% higher current output than traditional choke design.
Solid CAP: non-volatile capacitor design with over 10 years lifespan under full load.
All Military Class III components have passed MIL-STD-810G certification, making MSI's Military Class III components synonymous with premium quality and ultimate stability.

OC GENIE II - ONE SECOND OVERCLOCK

OC Genie II provides an instant performance boost, optimizing CPU, memory, integrated graphics, and storage device performance when enabled.

Benefits of OC Genie include:

Overclock in one second*
Up to 36% boost in 3D gaming performance*
Simple and easy – No need for complex BIOS setting and extra equipment

*Some features may vary according to the CPU and MB configuration.

CLICKBIOS II - GRAPHICAL UEFI INTERFACE

MSI's ClickBIOS II provides an intuitive user interface within the UEFI BIOS and Windows, providing the most convenient way for users to control hardware settings and monitor system performance.

Benefits of ClickBIOS II include:

Graphical User Interface with mouse and touchscreen support
Full system control (including overclocking, security, and system information/monitoring)
Fast system boot times with M-Flash BIOS update utility, and more

PCI EXPRESS GEN 3

With ultra-high 32GB/s transfer bandwidth, PCI Express Gen 3 provides a 2X faster transfer rate than the previous generation, this delivers amazing capabilities for true next generation extreme gaming.

Benefits:

2X bandwidth
Increased efficiency and compatibility
Extreme performance for current and next gen PCI Express cards

PCI EXPRESS GEN 3

Lucid Virtu MVP boosts gaming responsiveness and performance by intelligently reducing redundant rendering tasks in the flow between the CPU, GPU and the display. Virtu MVP allows for usage of both integrated and discrete graphics on the same platform.

Benefits:

Boosts responsiveness to the game at any frame rate
Improves gaming frame rates
Increases Vsync frame rates
Sharpens visual quality without tearing
Works seamlessly with hundreds of game stations

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Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information

Warranty

Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years
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Return for refund within: Non-refundable

Return for replacement within: 30 days

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CPU Socket Type	LGA 1155
CPU Type	Celeron / Core i3 / Core i5 / Core i7 / Intel Core 2nd gen (LGA 1155) / Intel Core 3rd Gen (LGA 1155) / Xeon (LGA1155)

Number of Memory Slots	4x240pin
Memory Standard	DDR3 1066/1333/1600/1866/2000/2133/2200/2400/2600/2667/2800(OC) * To support DDR3 2200/2400/2600/2667/2800*(OC), you must install an Intel 22nm CPU
Maximum Memory Supported	32GB
Channel Supported	Dual Channel

PCI Express 3.0 x16	3 (16/0/0, 8/8/0, 8/4/4)
PCI Express x1	4 x PCI Express x1

SATA 3Gb/s	4 x SATA 3Gb/s
SATA 6Gb/s	2 x SATA 6Gb/s
SATA RAID	0/1/5/10

Audio Chipset	Realtek ALC892
Audio Channels	8 Channels

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MSI Z77A-G45 Thunderbolt LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard with UEFI BIOS

INTEL THUNDERBOLT TECHNOLOGY

MILITARY CLASS III COMPONENT DESIGN

OC GENIE II - ONE SECOND OVERCLOCK

CLICKBIOS II - GRAPHICAL UEFI INTERFACE

PCI EXPRESS GEN 3

PCI EXPRESS GEN 3

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PS/2	1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
Video Ports	D-Sub
HDMI	1 x HDMI
Thunderbolt Ports	1 x Thunderbolt port (Mini DisplayPort)
USB 3.0	2 x USB 3.0
USB 1.1/2.0	4 x USB 2.0
S/PDIF Out	1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial
Audio Ports	6 Ports

Onboard USB	2 x USB 3.0 + 6 x USB 2.0
Other Connectors	1 x Serial 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) 1 x V-Check Points Set (optional)

Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset	Realtek 8111E
Max LAN Speed	1Gbps

Physical Spec
Form Factor	ATX
Dimensions (W x L)	12.0" x 9.6"
Power Pin	24 Pin