MSI H81M-E33 Motherboard

CPU

4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors for LGA 1150 socket. (Refer to CPU Support list for compatible CPUs).

Chipset

Intel® H81 Express

Main Memory

• Support two DDR3 DIMMs 1066/1333/1600 MHz, up to 16GB Max
• Supports Dual-Channel mode

Slots

• 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot
• 1 x PCIe x1 slot

On-Board SATA

• SATAIII controller integrated in Intel® H81 chipset: Up to 6Gb/s transfer speed. Supports two SATAIII ports (SATA1~2) by H81.
• SATAII controller integrated in Intel® H81 chipset: Up to 3Gb/s transfer speed. Supports two SATAII ports (SATA3~4) by H81.

USB 3.0

2 x USB 3.0 ports on the back panel (rear x 2)

Audio

Chip integrated by Realtek® ALC887: Flexible 8-channel audio with jack sensing. Compliant with Azalia 1.0 spec.

LAN

Supports Gb LAN 10/100/1000 by Realtek® RTL8111G

Internal I/O Connectors

• 1 x ATX 24-Pin power connector
• 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
• CPU x 1 / System x 2 FAN connectors
• 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
• 2 x SATAIII connectors
• 2 x SATAII connectors
• 2 x USB 2.0 connectors
• 1 x Serial port connector
• 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
• 1 x Front Panel Audio connector
• 1 x Chassis Intrusion connector

Back Panel I/O Ports

• 1 x PS/2 keyboard port
• 1 x PS/2 mouse port
• 4 x USB 2.0 ports
• 2 x USB 3.0 ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN Jack
• 1 x 3 in 1 audio jack
• 1 x Graphic Card port
• 1 x HDMI port

BIOS

The motherboard BIOS provides "Plug & Play" BIOS which detects peripheral devices and expansion cards automatically. It also provides a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) function to record motherboard specifications.

Dimension

22.6cm(L) x 17.3cm(W) Micro-ATX Form Factor

Mounting

6 mounting holes

Military Class Essentials

Military Class 4 components enhance system stability in demanding conditions, offering humidity protection, high temperature protection, EMI radiation reduction, and ESD protection for connectors to prevent short circuits.

• Humidity Protection: Utilizes a Gen 4 Fabric PCB to resist moisture from humid conditions.
• ESD Protection: Anti-ESD ICs and onboard fuses protect the motherboard from electrostatic damage.
• EMI Protection: Optimized EMI-proof design ensures user safety during long-term operation.
• High Temperature Protection: Certified Military Class 4 components ensure stable operation under extreme temperatures.

Military Class 4 Components

MSI's Military Class 4 components are designed for superior stability and reliability, even in challenging environments.

• Dark Choke: Offers 60A current capacity, providing better power stability, efficiency, and a longer lifetime compared to traditional chokes.
• Solid CAP: Features a long lifetime, low ESR, and low temperature operation, outperforming standard capacitors.

OC Genie 4

A one-second overclocking feature that automatically boosts system performance. Tuned by professional overclockers for record-breaking speed.

4K UHD Support

Supports 4K UHD (2160p ultra-high definition) video playback via the HDMI port, offering an unprecedented visual experience.

USB 3.0

Offers a 5Gb/s transfer speed, which is 10 times faster than USB 2.0 (480Mbps), enabling rapid data transfer, such as copying a Blu-ray movie in under a minute. Key features include 10X faster speed than USB 2.0, up to 5Gb/s data transfer bandwidth, and boosted transfer rates between PC and external storage devices.

SATA 6Gb/s

Provides double the bandwidth of SATA 3Gb/s, increasing data transfer rates for storage devices like HDDs and SSDs. This standard helps overcome performance bottlenecks in PCs.

• Features: 2X Faster Than SATA 3Gb/s, Up to 6Gb/s Data Transfer Bandwidth, Unleash True Performance of New HDDs/SSDs.

Intel® Smart Connect

Automatically syncs data from cloud services for up-to-date content and faster application performance without manual interaction. It also improves power efficiency by waking the system to download content.

Command Center

A multi-function software platform for easy adjustment of system settings, automatic fan tuning, and complete system control. It includes an integrated unlimited RAM disk and a mobile version for remote monitoring via iPhone or Android phones. Benefits include System Settings Adjustment, Fan Curve Tuning, Unlimited RAMDisk, and Mobile Control.

Fast Boot

Enables faster operating system boot times. Includes a GO2BIOS button to easily reset the PC and enter the system BIOS.

Live Update 5

A utility for updating the latest BIOS and drivers, saving time and reducing update risks. It can automatically detect and update BIOS, drivers, VGA, and utilities, and supports Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64bit).

M-Flash

A BIOS backup and upgrade utility that saves BIOS data to a USB drive, eliminating the need for extra components and acting as a portable BIOS chip. Features include backup/restore BIOS to/from USB flash disk, avoiding repair needs from upgrade failures, and extending BIOS lifespan.

Click BIOS 4

The latest UEFI BIOS with optimizations for Windows 8, offering faster response and smoother operation with improved mouse support. Key features include Hardware Monitor, Board Explorer, and OC Profile Preview.

• Hardware Monitor: Allows control of system fans and monitoring of primary system characteristics.
• Board Explorer: Provides detailed on-board component information via mouse-over, helping to identify connected ports and devices.
• OC Profile Preview: Allows comparison of current system settings with up to eight stored profiles.