Memory Speed/Cpu Fsb Support Matrix; Central Processing Unit; Rear Panel; Hardware Setup - MSI 848P-V2 Series Instruction Manual

Rear Panel

The rear panel provides the following connectors:

Hardware Setup

This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards, as well as
how to setup the jumpers on the mainboard. It also provides the instructions on connecting the
peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, etc. While doing the installation, be careful in
holding the components and follow the installation procedures.
Central Processing Unit: CPU
The mainboard supports Intel
called socket478. When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent
overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, contact your dealer to purchase and install them
before turning on the computer.
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php.)
MSI Reminds You...
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and the system, always make sure the cooling fan
can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
Overclocking
This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make sure your
components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking. Any attempt to
operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages
or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications.

Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix

Memory
FSB
400 MHz
533 MHz
800 MHz
®
Pentium 4 Prescott processor. The mainboard uses a CPU socket
DDR 266
OK
OK
N/A
4
DDR 333
N/A
OK
OK
DDR 400
N/A
N/A
OK