The Z97M-G43 Micro-ATX Motherboard from MSI supports 4th and 5th generation Intel Core/Pentium/Celeron processors for LGA1150 socket. It supports up to 32GB DDR3 3300 OC memory. With the Solid cap and Dark CAP, your PC runs stably under extreme gaming conditions. This motherboard features multiple PCIe slots aligned with enough space for optimal airflow, even when using multiple graphics cards. So you can enjoy enhanced graphics when running an AMD CrossFire gaming setup.
The HDMI port supports 4K UHD (2160p ultra-high definition) resolution for an enhanced multimedia experience. M.2 and SATA Express transfer data through a PCIe 2.0 x2 interface up to 10 Gb/s, making it 67% faster than SATA 3.0 solutions. ECO Power helps you to manage their hardware and power usage. You can save up to 29% power consumption by completely disabling unnecessary hardware. ECO Power lowers the power consumption and also avoids short circuiting and signal noise.Performance
M.2 and SATA Express
M.2 and SATA Express transfer data through a PCIe 2.0 x2 interface up to 10 Gb/s, making it 67% faster than SATA 3.0 solutions. M.2 is packed in a small form factor and is compatible with three different sizes to fit most storage solutions. SATA Express introduces a solution in high speed storage through PCI Express, providing greater bandwidth for the latest generation SSDs.
Optimized for Multiple Graphics Cards
This motherboard features multiple PCIe slots, aligned and with enough space for optimal airflow, even when using multiple graphics cards. So you can enjoy the enhanced graphics when running an AMD CrossFire gaming setup.
OC Genie 4
With this one-second overclocking option, the motherboard provides enhanced performance.
Click BIOS 4
The MSI Click BIOS 4 is a UEFI BIOS with optimizations for Windows 8. It reacts faster, runs smoother, and has better mouse support.
Smart Utilities
The Smart Utilities application helps to easily setup, configure, and boost your systems' performance and more through three Intel key technologies that includes Intel Rapid start technology, Intel Smart Response technology*, and Intel Smart Connect technology.
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*This feature only works on platform/model that supports Intel Smart Response technology.
Dual-Display Function
The motherboard supports dual display function in combination of VGA, DVI-D, HDMI and DisplayPort ports. Extend the desktop to the second and third monitor in extend mode and monitors have the same screen in clone mode.
Fast Boot
MSI Fast Boot helps to make your system boot lightning fast. MSI Fast Boot also features a GO2BIOS button. Simply click it to restart your PC and go straight to the system BIOS.
4K UHD Support
The motherboard is equipped with HDMI port to support 4K UHD (2160p ultra-high definition) resolution for enhanced multimedia experience.
BIOS
The motherboard BIOS provides plug-and-play BIOS which detects the peripheral devices and expansion cards of the board automatically. It provides a Desktop Management Interface (DMI) function, which records your motherboard specifications.
Guard Pro
Circuit Protection
It is designed with carefully selected materials, multiple PCB layers, and shielding for enhanced circuit protection. With specially designed circuit protection, the motherboard protects the CPU against overheating and USB devices from short circuiting.
Humidity Protection
10% reduction in moisture absorption helps prevent Conductive Anodic Filament. Untreated PCB's can have 10 times higher failure rate.
High Temperature Protection
All key components used in motherboard have all passed military testing, ensuring stable operation in harsh environments.
ESD Protection
Each I/O port is protected against the hazards of Electro Static Discharge.
EMI Protection
It complies with stringent American FCC regulations and reduces the impact of Electromagnetic Interference.
Software
Command Center
MSI's Command Center software is a tool to push your motherboard to the maximum performance. With an intuitive touch ready interface, the Command Center allows you to tune settings to increase system stability, maximize overclocking performance, and adjust cooling features.
Live Update 6
This software automatically downloads and installs the latest drivers, BIOS, and software. Be assured while your system is always configured using the latest software, so you get the maximum performance and stability.
Unlimited RAMDisk
MSI Command Center integrates an unlimited RAMDisk. With a RAMDisk, you can create a virtual drive from your system memory enabling speeds 20x faster than a modern SSD. You can speed up system performance, load complete game images, and speed up games, apps, and browser.
Eco Centre
ECO Center lets you disable unused chips and functions used on your motherboard. By cutting off the power entirely, your motherboard will run more efficient, up to 29%.
Military Class 4
Dark Choke
Dark Choke uses the special core design and allows the Dark Choke to run at a lower temperature with higher capacity and enhanced power efficiency and stability.
Solid Cap
With their aluminum core design and Japanese made quality, Solid CAPs are made for high-end motherboard. Solid CAPs provides lower Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR), and work firmly for over-10-year.