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MSI X99A GAMING PRO CARBON Intel X99 Motherboard

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Unleash Peak Performance with Cutting-Edge Gaming TechnologyIntroducing the MSI X99A GAMING PRO CARBON Motherboard, engineered for ultimate performance and customization. This ATX motherboard supports Intel LGA 2011-v3 processors and DDR4 memory, boasting front USB 3.1 Type-C connectivity and a s...

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Overview

Unleash Peak Performance with Cutting-Edge Gaming Technology

Introducing the MSI X99A GAMING PRO CARBON Motherboard, engineered for ultimate performance and customization. This ATX motherboard supports Intel LGA 2011-v3 processors and DDR4 memory, boasting front USB 3.1 Type-C connectivity and a sleek carbon fiber design.

  • CPU Socket: LGA 2011-v3
  • Memory: 8x DDR4-3466(OC) DIMM Slots, up to 128GB
  • Expansion Slots: 4x PCI-Express 3.0 x16, 2x PCI-Express 2.0 x1
  • SATA: 10x SATA3 Ports, 1x M.2 port, 1x U.2 port
  • Ports: 11x USB 3.1, 8x USB 2.0, PS/2, Optical S/PDIF, RJ45 LAN, Audio I/O

Key Features

CPU: LGA 2011-v3. Chipset-Intel X99 Express

Memory: 8x DDR4-3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2933(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2666(OC)/ 2600(OC)/ 2400(OC)/ 2200(OC)/ 2133 DIMM Slots, Quad-Channel, max capacity up to 128GB

Slots: 4x PCI-Express 3.0 x16 Slots, 2x PCI-Express 2.0 x1 Slots

SATA: 10x SATA3 Ports, M.2: 1x M.2 port, U.2: 1x U.2 port

Ports: 11x USB 3.1 Ports , 8x USB 2.0 Ports, 1x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port, 1x Optical s/PDIF out, 1x RJ45 LAN port, Audio I/O jacks

Specifications

CPU Socket
LGA 2011-v3
Chipset
Intel X99 Express
Memory Slots
8x DDR4 DIMM Slots
Max Memory Capacity
128GB
Memory Speeds (OC)
3466/3400/3333/3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2600/2400/2200 MHz
Memory Speed (Native)
2133 MHz
PCI-Express 3.0 x16 Slots
4
PCI-Express 2.0 x1 Slots
2
SATA3 Ports
10
M.2 Ports
1
U.2 Ports
1
USB 3.1 Ports
11
USB 2.0 Ports
8
PS/2 Port
1 (keyboard/mouse combo)
Audio I/O Jacks
Yes
Optical S/PDIF Out
1
RJ45 LAN Port
1

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Supports an impressive maximum memory capacity of up to 128GB across eight DDR4 DIMM slots for extensive multitasking.
  • Equipped with four PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots, providing robust options for multiple high-performance graphics cards or expansion cards.
  • Features ten SATA3 ports, one M.2 port, and one U.2 port, offering versatile and high-speed storage connectivity options.
  • Includes 11 USB 3.1 ports and 8 USB 2.0 ports, providing extensive connectivity for a wide array of peripherals.
  • Designed with an Intel X99 Express chipset and LGA 2011-v3 CPU socket, suitable for high-end Intel processors.

👎 Cons

  • The motherboard's form factor is not specified, which could make it difficult to determine compatibility with certain PC cases.
  • Requires specific LGA 2011-v3 CPUs, limiting upgrade paths to that particular socket generation.
  • The multiple PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots may not all run at full x16 speeds simultaneously depending on the CPU and configuration.
  • Only two PCI-Express 2.0 x1 slots are available, which may limit options for modern, faster peripheral cards.
  • Power consumption details for the X99 platform and this board are not provided, which could be a concern for PSU selection.

Frequently Asked Questions

This motherboard supports the LGA 2011-v3 CPU socket, designed for Intel processors from that generation.
The MSI X99A GAMING PRO CARBON motherboard can support a maximum capacity of up to 128GB across its eight DDR4 DIMM slots.
There are four PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots available, offering substantial options for graphics cards or other high-bandwidth expansion cards.
It features 10 SATA3 ports, one M.2 port, and one U.2 port, providing a wide range of options for both traditional and high-speed storage devices.
The motherboard is equipped with 11 USB 3.1 ports, offering extensive connectivity for modern peripherals and external devices.
Yes, it includes one PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port, allowing for the use of older input devices.

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