programmed obsolescence?
In the description, it looks like a sturdy machine but after 2 years, I started to see boot-up problems...and then after 3 years, I had to change my motherboard, and not for an msi in any case.
The MSI MAG B460M BAZOOKA motherboard has been designed with the military in mind. For an optimal user experience, it features a pre-installed I/O panel and an enlarged heatsink that ensures perfect cooling. The B460M BAZOOKA motherboard is a robust and long-lasting model, ideal for gamers who want to dominate the game. The MSI MAG B460M BAZOOKA is designed to accommodate 10th generation Intel Comet Lake-S processors on socket LGA 1200. It will allow the assembly of a powerful and versatile configuration capable of performing all tasks. Gaming, streaming, intensive multitasking, multimedia creation, it is the ideal solution to design a balanced and powerful gaming PC.
It also supports DDR4 RAM, PCI-Express 3.0 16x graphics cards, SATA 6 Gb/s and M.2 PCI-E NVMe drives, and USB 3.0 devices. With MSI's quality manufacturing and a host of proprietary utilities, it represents a long-term investment.
With top-notch gaming performance, smooth virtual reality, and intensive multitasking, 10th-generation Intel Core processors are ultra versatile and at home in any situation. Intel Comet Lake-S processors deliver dazzling performance with high base frequencies, even more cores and threads, and a high-level cache. Their moderate TDPs allow them to offer high operating frequencies while keeping power consumption under control.
General information |
Product name |
MSI MAG B460M BAZOOKA |
Brand |
MSI | |
Model |
MAG B460M BAZOOKA | |
Processor |
Processor support |
Intel 1200 |
Number of CPUs supported |
1 | |
Chipset |
Chipset |
Intel B460 Express |
Memory |
Memory format |
4 X DIMM 288-pin (DDR4) |
Memory Frequency(ies) |
DDR4 2133 MHz | |
DDR4 2400 MHz | ||
DDR4 2666 MHz | ||
DDR4 2933 MHz | ||
Memory type |
DDR4 | |
Memory technology |
Dual Channel | |
Maximum RAM capacity per slot |
32 GB | |
Maximum RAM capacity |
128 GB | |
Graphic |
Integrated graphics controller |
No |
Compatible graphics core integrated in the CPU |
Yes | |
Expansion slots |
Graphic connector(s) |
1 X PCI Express 3.0 x16 |
Number and Type of slots |
2 X PCI Express x1 | |
Multi-GPU type |
None | |
Audio |
Audio Chipset |
Realtek ALC892 |
Number of audio channels |
8 | |
Network |
Number of ports/Ethernet controler |
1 X Realtek RTL8111H |
Network standard(s) |
10/100/1000 Mbps | |
Storage |
RAID supported |
Yes |
Hard drives connectors |
4 X Serial ATA 6Gb/s (SATA Revision 3) | |
1 X M.2 - PCI-E 3.0 x4 + SATA 6 Gb/s | ||
1 X M.2 - PCI-E 3.0 x4 | ||
Supported RAID Modes |
0 | |
1 | ||
10 | ||
5 | ||
Connectivity |
Rear panel connectors |
1 X HDMI Female |
1 X DVI Female | ||
4 X USB 3.0 | ||
2 X USB 2.0 | ||
1 X RJ45 Female | ||
1 X MiniDin 6 Female (PS/2) | ||
3 X 3.5mm Jack Female Stereo | ||
Additional connectors |
1 X LED RGB connector(s) | |
1 X Addressable LED RGB connector(s) | ||
TPM | ||
Front panel audio | ||
Chassis intrusion | ||
1 X +12V (Power supply P8) | ||
1 X ATX 24 Pin | ||
Parallel port | ||
Serial (RS-232) | ||
4 X Internal USB 2.0 | ||
2 X Internal USB 3.0 | ||
Physical characteristics |
Motherboard format |
Micro ATX |
Length |
244 mm | |
Width |
244 mm | |
Equipment |
Advanced overclocking features |
No |
Use |
Gamer | |
LED |
Yes | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 2 years |
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions |
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Product referenced on 12 Jun 2020
In the description, it looks like a sturdy machine but after 2 years, I started to see boot-up problems...and then after 3 years, I had to change my motherboard, and not for an msi in any case.
I've been using it for a while now and it's a good value for money. It's a good motherboard with a good finish and high quality.
As described.
I recommend