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FM2-A85XA-G65

Overview

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AMD CrossFire

AMD CrossFireX™ is the ultimate multi-GPU performance gaming platform. Enabling game-dominatig power, AMD CrossFireX technology enables two or more discrete graphics processors to work together to improve graphics performance. AMD CrossFireX technology allows you to expand your system's graphics capabilities. It allows you the ability to scale your system's graphics horsepower as you need it, supporting up to four AMD Radeon™ HD graphics cards, making it the most scalable gaming platform ever. With an AMD CrossFireX gaming technology, the traditional graphics limitation exists no more, allowing you to enjoy higher performance as well as visual experience.

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Dual Graphics

- The GPU's computing power can be enhanced through the collaborative computing of video cards and APU
- Support AMD Radeon HD 7670 / 7570 / 7470 graphics card
- MSI completely exerts the AMD Dual Graphics technology to the best

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OC Genie II

OC Genie II provides an instant performance boost, optimizing CPU, memory, integrated graphics, and storage device performance with the function enabled.

 Benefits
- Overclock in one second
- At least 15% boost in 3D gaming performance
- Simple and easy –No need for complex BIOS setting and extra equipment
 *Features may vary according to your platform and model.

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DigitALL Power

Equipped with a digital PWM controller, DigitALL Power ensures an efficient, precise and stable power delivery to motherboards. With DigitALL power, MSI A85X motherboard provides an efficient and reliable platform for gaming, multimedia and a wide variety of applications.


Benefits
- Higher Power Efficiency
- Faster Power Transmission Speed
- A Programmable Microprocessor Inside

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Military III

MSI motherboards maintains the commitment to product stability and reliability by introducing Military Class III components including Hi-c CAP, SFC and Solid CAP which have passed MIL-STD-810G certification, making MSI's Military Class III components synonymous with premium quality and ultimate stability.

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AMD Dual Graphics

- The GPU's computing power can be enhanced through the collaborative computing of video cards and APU
- Support AMD Radeon HD series graphics card*
- MSI completely exerts the AMD Dual Graphics technology to the best
* For more information, please refer to here.

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World’s 1st UEFI and software graphical user interface

MSI ClickBIOS II provides a consistent user interface both in the UEFI BIOS and in Windows, it provides the most convenient way for users to control system settings and supports touchscreen control.

Benefits:
- Graphical User Interface, with touchscreen support
- Simply click or touch and move to change settings
- Full system control, including overclocking, security and information

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HDMI v1.4 (AMD)

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is new generation fully digital video/audio interface which can transfer 1080p High-Definition video and Audio output in single compact connector. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as Blu-ray Discs, HDMI provides you with the highest-quality home theater experience.

Features
- Next-Gen Multimedia Interface
- Deliver Full HD Video & Audio output In Only One Cable

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USB 3.0

Compared to the 480Mbps provided by traditional USB 2.0, the all-new USB 3.0's 5Gb/s offers 10 times the transfer bandwidth, so transferring a Blu-ray movie takes less than one minute. MSI also has implemented a front panel USB 3.0 port, making the use of an external USB 3.0 device even more convenient.

Features
- 10X Faster Than USB 2.0
- Up to 5Gb/s Data Transfer Bandwidth
- World’s first to provide Front Panel USB 3.0 Port
- Boost Transfer Rate Between Your PC and External Storage Devices

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SATA 6Gb/s

SATA 6Gb/s provides double the bandwidth of traditional SATA 3Gb/s, and increases the data transfer rate between your motherboard and internal storage devices, such as 7200RPM HDDs, 10000RPM HDDs and SSDs. It’s also the current trend for upcoming high-speed internal storage devices to to break the existing bottleneck of a PC’s performance.

Features
- 2X Faster Than SATA 3Gb/s
- Up to 6Gb/s Data Transfer Bandwidth
- Unleash True Performance of New HDDs/SSDs

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Winki 3

Winki 3 is a free Linux-based O/S which is based on the Linux core. With an ultra-fast  booting speed and a multi-language interface, the built-in Winki 3 provides an easy-to-use internet environment that includes the most popular functions such as internet surfing, web mail, instant messaging, picture browsing, and more. It's the most practical way to be online in the shortest time.

Features
- User friendly & totally free applications
- Power on to run applications in 25 seconds
- Multi-language interface support

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i-Charger

Mobile consumer appliances are getting more and more attention in current day fast moving life style, with smart phones and tablets almost becoming a fashion accessory. However, many ordinary personal computers cannot charge some of these devices, making it difficult to stay connected.  The MSI i-Charger is a Windows resident program capable of revising the power supply mode of your USB port to become more powerful. Once your phone or tablet is connected to your USB port, the i-Charger sends a signal to initiate its charging circuit, making it a really smart and convenient charging solution for mobile computing needs.

Features
- Automatically Detect & Charge Your Smart Phone or Tablet
- Support Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7 32Bit

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M-Flash

Compared to common motherboard which need extra BIOS chips, MSI’s M-Flash has a double advantage which doesn’t need extra components and secondly, all your BIOS data will be saved in the USB drive. The stored data does not only have backup and upgrade function, moreover it can also be seen as a portable BIOS chip which is actually able to boot up your PC.

Features
- Backup/Restore Your BIOS to/from Any USB Flash Disk
- Avoid Unnecessary Repair Due to Accident Failures During The Upgrading Process
- Earn more BIOS Lifespan by Reducing Unnecessary Rewriting Process

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USB Safeguard

USB Safeguard can prevent motherboards and USB devices from being damaged by short-circuit and ESD (Electro-Static Discharge) with Anti-ESD chips built-into the motherboards. Additionally, the safeguard can protect against such dangers multiple times, and greatly improves product lifespan.

Features
- All MSI motherboards use USB Safeguard’s anti-ESD chip for thorough protection against ESD damage
- USB Safeguard is protected against a short circuit and/or ESD without the need for a fuse. It also supports stand-by power supply

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Live Update 5

MSI Live Update 5 is a powerful and useful application for updating the latest BIOS and Drivers, saving you time and lowers the risk of updating. End-users can install and run the Live Update 5 software on their computers with the companion CD or downloading the app from the MSI website.

Features
- Automatically Detect the BIOS/Driver/VGA/Utility Update
- Support Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7 32Bit
 

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Cool'n'Quiet

AMD Cool'n'Quiet™ Technology reduces heat and noise so you can experience amazing performance without distraction. Combined with core enhancements, included in the AMD processors, that can improve overall power savings, deliver better multitasking and energy efficiency. Cool'n'Quiet technology can automatically adjust processor ratio to throttle CPU speed with four modes.

Features
- Independent Dynamic Core Technology
- Dual Dynamic Power Management™ 
- AMD CoolCore™ Technology
- AMD Wideband Frequency Control
- Multi-Point Thermal Control

MSI Reminds You...

  1. The specifications may differ from areas and we keep the right to change without notice. Please check the specific Specification with your local dealers.
  2. The color of the product might be affected by photography and the monitor's setting, which might be different from the real product.

Basic Specifications

CPU (Max Support) AMD A10/A8/A6/A4-series
Chipset AMD A85X
DDR3 Memory DDR3 1066/1333/1666/1866/2133*/2400*(*OC)
Memory Channel Dual
DIMM Slots 4
Max Memory (GB) 64
PCI-Ex16 2
PCI-E Gen Gen2 (1x16, 1x8)
PCI-Ex1 3
PCI 2
SATAIII 8
RAID 0/1/5/10
LAN 10/100/1000*1
USB 3.0 ports (Rear) 2
USB 2.0 ports (Rear) 4
Audio ports (Rear) 6
Display Port 1
VGA 1
HDMI 1
DVI 1
VGA Max Share Memory (MB) 1024
DirectX DX11
Form Factor ATX
Dual Graphics Y
CrossFire Y
Hybrid CrossFire Y

 

The Specification may change without notice. The actual products sold are different from areas. Please check the detailed Specification with your local dealers.

 

Detail Specifications


CPU

• AMD® A10/A8/A6/A4-series processors for the  FM2 package
Please refer to CPU Support for compatible CPU; the above description is for reference only.

Chipset

• AMD® A85X Chipset 
 


Main Memory

• Supports four unbuffered DIMM of 1.5 Volt DDR3 1066/1333/1600/1866/2133*(OC) DRAM, 64GB Max

* The maximum 64 GB of system memory can be reached while using 16 GB (or above) memory modules. We will update the memory test report on the website when the new memory modules are available on the market.
* Due to the limitation of 32-bit Windows operating system, when more than 4 GB memory installed, the actual size can be used will be less than that.

 


Slots

• 2 PCI Express gen2 x16 slots
- PCI_E2 supports up to PCIE x16 speed (when PCI_E5 is empty) or PCIe x8 speed (when PCI_E5 is installed)
- PCI_E5 supports up to PCIE x8 speed
• 3 PCIE 2.0 x1 slots
• 2 PCI slots
 


On-Board SATA

• 8x SATA 6Gb/s ports by AMD® A85X
- Supports storage and data transfers at up to 6Gb/s
- SATA1~8 ports support RAID 0/1/5/10 modes by AMD® A85X
 


Audio

• Chipset integrated by Realtek® ALC892
- Flexible 8-channel audio with jack sensing
- Compliant with Azalia 1.0 Spec
 


LAN

• Realtek PCI-E GbLAN controller RTL8111E
- Supports 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s and 1000Mb/s
- Compliance with PCI-Express Bus specification v1.0a
 


 USB 3.0 

• 2 USB 3.0 rear ports by AMD® A85X
• 1 USB 3.0 onboard connector by AMD® A8
5X
 


Internal I/O Connectors

- 1 x ATX 24-pin power connector
- 1 x ATX 8-pin 12V CPU power connector
- CPU x 1 / System x 4 FAN connectors
- 1 x Front panel audio connector
- 1 x Front panel connector
- 3 x USB 2.0 connectors
- 1 x USB 3.0 connector
- 8 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors
- 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
- 1 x Chassis Intrusion connector
- 1x MultiConnect Panel connector
- 1x Power button
- 1x Reset button
- 1x OC Genie button
- 1x Clear CMOS button
- 1x Voltage Checkpoints connector
 


Back Panel I/O Ports

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1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port
- 1x Optical S/PDIF-out port
- 1x VGA port**, supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz
- 1x dual link DVI-D port**, supports a maximum resolution of 2560x1600@60 Hz
- 1x HDMI port**, supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1080@60 Hz
- 1x DisplayPort**, supports a maximum resolution of 2560x1600@60 Hz
- 4 x USB 2.0 ports
- 2 x USB 3.0 ports
- 1 x RJ45 LAN jack
- 1 x 6 in 1 audio jack

**This motherboard supports dual-display function by two onboard graphics output ports (HDMI+VGA, HDMI+DVI-D, VGA+DVI-D, VGA+DisplayPort & DVI-D+DisplayPort).
**This motherboard also supports triple-d splay function by three onboard graphics output ports (HDMI+VGA+DVI-D & DisplayPort+VGA+DIV-D).
**Please note that, the HDMI port and DisplayPort can not be used simultaneously.
 


Dimension

• 30.5cm(L) x 24.5cm(W) ATX Form Factor

Mounting

• 9 mounting holes
 

 

 

The Specification may change without notice. The actual products sold are different from areas. Please check the detailed Specification with your local dealers.

 

News

Awards

Best Performance - Techlabs
Date: 2012-12
Title: Best Performance
Comment: Open
Media: Techlabs
Country: Middle East
Recommended Product  Award - T-break
Date: 2012-10
Title: Recommended Product Award
Comment: Open
Media: T-break
Country: Middle East
Gold Award - HiTech Legion
Date: 2012-10
Title: Gold Award
Comment: Open
Media: HiTech Legion
Country: United States
Recommended Award - Hardcoreware.net
Date: 2012-11
Title: Recommended Award
Comment: Open
Media: Hardcoreware.net
Country: United States
The choice of overclockers - EasyCOM.com.ua
Date: 2012-10
Title: The choice of overclockers
Comment: Open
Media: EasyCOM.com.ua
Country: Ukraine
High Functionality - EasyCOM.com.ua
Date: 2012-10
Title: High Functionality
Comment: Open
Media: EasyCOM.com.ua
Country: Ukraine
Gold Award - Arabhardware
Date: 2012-10
Title: Gold Award
Comment: Open
Media: Arabhardware
Country: Egypt
Value Award - Arabhardware
Date: 2012-10
Title: Value Award
Comment: Open
Media: Arabhardware
Country: Egypt

BIOS

!Attention:

Users who download BIOS from here (not using Live Update) should use the flash utility included in the downloaded compressed file when doing the BIOS update. To avoid BIOS update failure, please do not use older versions of the update utility or utilities not provided by MSI.

We suggest using Chrome, Firefox 3.0 or IE 8.0 above browsers to download BIOS, Drivers, etc.
Description - Update CPU ID.
- Update RAID UEFI driver.
Version 1.7
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2013-02-27
Download 7793v17.zip File Size 4.22 MB
Note About how to flash the BIOS, please refer to BIOS flash SOP
Description - Update AGESA code.
Version 1.6
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2013-01-22
Download 7793v16.zip File Size 4.2 MB
Note About how to flash the BIOS, please refer to BIOS flash SOP
Description - Update AGESA code.
Version 1.5
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2012-12-07
Download 7793v15.zip File Size 4.19 MB
Note About how to flash the BIOS, please refer to BIOS flash SOP
Description - Update AGESA code.
- Update onboard Realtek UEFI driver.
Version 1.4
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2012-11-28
Download 7793v14.zip File Size 4.19 MB
Note About how to flash the BIOS, please refer to BIOS flash SOP
Description - Update AGESA code.
Version 1.3
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2012-10-22
Download 7793v13.zip File Size 4.18 MB
Note About how to flash the BIOS, please refer to BIOS flash SOP
Description - Enhance system performance.
- Support Corsair CMZ32GX3M4X1866C10 memory.
Version 1.2
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2012-10-18
Download 7793v12.zip File Size 4.18 MB
Note About how to flash the BIOS, please refer to BIOS flash SOP
Description New BIOS Release
Version 1.1
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2012-10-12
Download 7793v11.zip File Size 4.17 MB
Note About how to flash the BIOS, please refer to BIOS flash SOP
click here

Live Update 5

Live Update 5 is a powerful update tool with user-friendly interface, provides an automatic scan and download for your MSI products. Using this service to keep your system in the most updated environment.

Live Update 5 supports the following MSI product lines and items:
Mainboards: Drivers/BIOS/Utilities;
Graphics Cards: Drivers/BIOS

Click here to read the instruction

Driver

Win8 64,Win8 32,Win7 32,Win7 64,Vista 32,Vista 64,XP 32,XP 64

!Special Note:

The Drivers provided here are exclusively for MSI products only. MSI takes no responsibility for any damage resulted from improper usage or lack of technical expertise.

We suggest using Chrome, Firefox 3.0 or IE 8.0 above browsers to download BIOS, Drivers, etc.
AMD 9xx RAID Driver
Description AMD 9xx RAID Driver
Version 3.3.1540.22
Type On-Board PIDE/SATA Drivers Release Date 2012-03-19
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32
Download amd_raid_9xx_mb.zip File Size 0.91 MB
Note
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver
Description • Realtek High Definition Audio System Software
• WinXP Driver Version: 5.10.0.6586
• Windows 7/Vista Version: 6.0.1.6586
Version 6.0.1.6839
Type On-Board Audio Drivers Release Date 2013-03-26
OS Win8 32, Win8 64, Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download realtek_hd_all_mb.zip File Size 153.74 MB
Note
Realtek PCI-E Ethernet Drivers (W8)
Description Network Driver
Version 8.10.1226.2012
Type On-Board LAN Drivers Release Date 2013-03-05
OS Win8 32, Win8 64
Download realtek_pcielan_8_mb.zip File Size 5.68 MB
Note
Realtek PCI-E Ethernet Drivers
Description Network Driver
Version 7.67.1226.2012
Type On-Board LAN Drivers Release Date 2013-03-05
OS Win7 64, Win7 32
Download realtek_pcielan_7_mb.zip File Size 5.76 MB
Note
Realtek PCI-E Ethernet Drivers
Description
Version 6.252.1109.2012
Type On-Board LAN Drivers Release Date 2013-03-05
OS Vista 64, Vista 32
Download Realtek_LAN_PCIE_Vista_MB.zip File Size 5.7 MB
Note
Realtek PCI-E Ethernet Drivers
Description
Version 5.808.1120.2012
Type On-Board LAN Drivers Release Date 2013-03-05
OS XP 64, XP 32
Download Realtek_LAN_PCIE_MB.zip File Size 5.6 MB
Note
TPM Device Driver
Description Intel Trusted Platform chipset driver
XP: 2.00.0000.00
Version 2.01.0001.00
Type System & Chipset Drivers Release Date 2012-11-14
OS XP 64, XP 32
Download TPMDriver_XP_MB.zip File Size 0.06 MB
Note
AMD Chipset Driver (W8)
Description
Version 8.982.6.0
Type System & Chipset Drivers Release Date 2012-11-05
OS Win8 32, Win8 64
Download amd_chipset_drivers_win8.zip File Size 326.44 MB
Note
ATI System Drivers for Axx Series
Description ATI System & VGA Drivers
Version 8.947.0.0
Type System & Chipset Drivers Release Date 2012-10-24
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download ati_system_drive_fm2_mb.zip File Size 776.29 MB
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Utility

Win8 64,Win8 32,Win7 32,Win7 64,Vista 32,Vista 64,XP 32,XP 64

!Special Note:

The Utilities provided here are exclusively for MSI products only. MSI takes no responsibility for any damage resulted from improper usage or lack of technical expertise.

We suggest using Chrome, Firefox 3.0 or IE 8.0 above browsers to download BIOS, Drivers, etc.
CLICK BIOS II
Description An application for users to control the BIOS settings in O/S.
Version 1.0.111
Type Utility Release Date 2013-04-10
OS Win8 32, Win8 64, Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download clickbios2_mb.zip File Size 21.88 MB
Note
Super Charger (W8)
Description Provide charging function for iPad
Version 1.2.018
Type Utility Release Date 2013-04-10
OS Win8 32, Win8 64, Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download SuperCharger_mb.zip File Size 1.62 MB
Note When connect iPad to USB port for charging, please remove other USB devices for stability.
Control Center
Description 1. utility for msi products to overclock & greenpower
2. note:need install Intel ME driver to enable CPU overclock
Version 2.5.053
Type Utility Release Date 2013-03-19
OS Win8 32, Win8 64, Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download ControlCenterIIv25_mb.zip File Size 26.52 MB
Note
MSI Live Update 5
Description • Online update BIOS/Driver/Firmware/Utility.
• Live Monitor auto-detects and suggests the latest BIOS/Driver/Utilities information.
Version 5.0.101
Type Utility Release Date 2013-03-15
OS Win8 32, Win8 64, Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download LiveUpdate.zip File Size 8.68 MB
Note For K9VGM-V (MS-7253) mainboard, please do not select the DMI option.
Network Genie
Description Hardware:
MSI mainboard with Realtek LAN chip (8111E or newer).
Software specifications:
Realtek LAN driver
Version 1.00.0000
Type Utility Release Date 2012-12-12
OS Win8 32, Win8 64, Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32
Download NetworkGeni_mb.zip File Size 5.62 MB
Note
Fast Boot
Description Boot faster for MSI products
Version 1.0.0.8
Type Utility Release Date 2012-12-12
OS Win8 32, Win8 64, Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download FastBoot_mb.zip File Size 3.3 MB
Note 1. The default setting is "disable"
2. Fast Boot will delay entering BIOS settings. If you need to enter BIOS, please disable it first.
THX TruStudio PRO
Description THX TruStudio PRO
Version 1.04.03
Type Utility Release Date 2012-11-14
OS Win8 32, Win8 64, Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32
Download thx_mb.zip File Size 12.85 MB
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Manual

!Special Note:

MSI™ provides user manuals (in PDF format) here for download. You can use Adobe Acrobat Reader (Adobe's WEB Site) to open them.

An easy guide for you to assemble your PC step by step, please refer to "Quick Installation Guide".

We suggest using Chrome, Firefox 3.0 or IE 8.0 above browsers to download BIOS, Drivers, etc.
Version Language File Size Download Release Date
1.0 Multi-Language 13.94 MB M7793v1.0_EURO.zip 2012-09-24
1.0 Multi-Language 13.37 MB M7793v1.0_ASIA.zip 2012-09-24
1.0 English 6.92 MB E7793v1.0.zip 2012-09-24

Quick Guide

!Special Note:

MSI™ provides user manuals (in PDF format) here for download. You can use Adobe Acrobat Reader (Adobe's WEB Site) to open them.

We suggest using Chrome, Firefox 3.0 or IE 8.0 above browsers to download BIOS, Drivers, etc.
Version Language File Size Download Release Date
1.5 English 5.85 MB MSI_Software_Guide.zip 2012-03-09

Test Report

CPU Support

FAQ

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