MSI Pro B660M-P DDR4 Intel Motherboard

Product Description

MSI Pro B660M-P DDR4 Motherboard Features & Specifications

The MSI Pro B660M-P DDR4 motherboard is designed for users who need a solid, stable, and efficient platform for Intel’s 12th Gen processors (LGA 1700). This Micro ATX motherboard is tailored for professional, home, and office use, providing high memory speeds, expansion options, and excellent connectivity for demanding applications.

Key Features

1. Processor Support:
   • Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold, and Celeron® processors with the LGA 1700 socket.
   • Perfect for high-performance computing, capable of handling demanding workflows and multitasking.
2. Memory:
   • Supports DDR4 memory with speeds up to 4600 MHz (OC), delivering excellent memory performance.
   • 4 DIMM slots for dual-channel memory architecture, with a maximum supported memory of 128 GB. This makes it suitable for memory-intensive applications such as video editing, data analysis, and gaming.
3. Core Boost:
   • Features premium layout and digital power design that enhances performance by supporting more CPU cores and providing stable power delivery under heavy loads.
4. Memory Boost:
   • Advanced technology to ensure pure, clean data signals, which optimizes performance, stability, and compatibility with a wide range of memory modules.
5. PCIe 4.0 & Lightning Gen4 x4 M.2:
   • PCIe 4.0 support ensures faster data transfer between the CPU and connected devices.
   • Includes 1 M.2 slot supporting PCIe 4.0 x4 for high-speed storage devices like NVMe SSDs.
6. Audio Boost:
   • Realtek® ALC897 Codec for studio-grade audio quality, providing crystal-clear sound for immersive entertainment and professional audio applications.
7. Steel Armor:
   • The Steel Armor on the PCIe slots offers extra protection for heavy and high-performance graphics cards (GPUs), reducing the risk of bending and EMI (electromagnetic interference), ensuring better stability, performance, and strength.
8. Frozr AI Cooling:
   • The Frozr AI Cooling technology detects both CPU and GPU temperatures and automatically adjusts system fan speeds to optimize cooling, ensuring the system stays quiet and cool under load.
9. Optimized Networking:
   • MSI LAN Manager automatically prioritizes latency-sensitive applications (like online gaming and streaming), ensuring the best possible network performance and reduced latency for online activities.
10. RAID Support:

• The motherboard supports RAID configurations 0, 1, 5, and 10, offering improved data redundancy and storage performance for users who need reliable data protection or high-speed storage setups.

11. User-Friendly Design:

• Easy-to-install motherboard with various troubleshooting and tuning tools available for DIY users, ensuring smoother builds and fewer issues.
• TPM Header for trusted platform modules (TPM 2.0) if additional hardware-based security is required.

Specifications

Unique Features

1. Core Boost:
   • This motherboard uses premium power delivery components to provide cleaner and more efficient power to the CPU, supporting high-core processors for improved overall system performance.
2. Memory Boost:
   • The Memory Boost technology ensures pure data signal integrity, allowing for better stability and performance, especially during memory overclocking.
3. PCIe 4.0 Support:
   • With PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 support, the motherboard offers fast data transfer speeds, significantly enhancing SSD performance, making it ideal for professional workloads that require quick data access.
4. Steel Armor:
   • Steel Armor on PCIe slots helps prevent GPU card sag and provides better protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI), improving the overall system stability and performance.
5. Frozr AI Cooling:
   • Automatically adjusts fan speeds based on the CPU and GPU temperatures, keeping the system cool while maintaining low noise levels during intense workloads or gaming.
6. LAN Manager:
   • MSI’s LAN Manager automatically identifies latency-sensitive apps and ensures optimal bandwidth allocation to enhance gaming and online activities for smoother performance with lower latency.
7. RAID Configurations:
   • Support for RAID 0/1/5/10 enables users to configure their storage array for enhanced data redundancy or higher storage speeds depending on their needs.

Summary

The MSI Pro B660M-P DDR4 is an excellent choice for users looking to build a stable and high-performance system with Intel’s 12th Gen processors. The motherboard offers high memory support (up to 128 GB of DDR4 RAM), fast storage options via PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2, and excellent networking capabilities, including LAN Manager for optimized latency.

Features like Core Boost, Memory Boost, Steel Armor, and Frozr AI Cooling make it a great option for professionals and DIY enthusiasts who want to maximize their system’s potential. Whether you’re building a workstation or a powerful home PC, the MSI Pro B660M-P DDR4 motherboard delivers the performance, stability, and expandability you need for demanding tasks.