FAQ: Specifications Mainboard "MSI B360I Gaming Pro AC".

Er · ‎06.05.2021

FAQs about the mainboard MSI B360I Gaming Pro AC

MSN 20065901

Which processors (CPUs) can be used?
Intel CPUs of the 8 generation (Coffee Lake) and Pentium Gold / Celerons for the LGA 1151 socket
What is the maximum amount of working memory(RAM) that can be installed ?
There are 2 memory slots on the mainboard each with 16 GB RAM. The maximum capacity is therefore 32 GB.

Module: 288-Pin Dimm

Type: SDRAM DDR4

Speed: 2666/2400/2133 MHz

Voltage: 1,2 V

Feature: no ECC Support

Please note that in the 32-bit editions of Windows operating systems a maximum of about 3.2 GB memory is detected.You can find more information about this on the Microsoft website.
Which M.2 cards can be used?
Slot Interface Dimensions Key(s) Hints

1 PCIe 3.0 x4 und SATA 2260, 2280

2 PCIe 3.0 x4 2260, 2280 Optane ready

For the fastening you need a screw with a metric M2 thread and a length between 2.5 mm and 3.0 mm. The head should have a diameter of 4 mm to a maximum of 5 mm. If the screws are not available in your local specialist shop, you can find them in online shops.
What is the front pin assignment for the mainboard?
The front pin assignment can be seen in the figure.
Overview of the onboard components
LAN Port LED Status
Assignment of the audio ports (rear)
How can I change the LED lighting?
MSI provides the app Mystic Light, which can be downloaded from this link.

The information in this article refers to:

Review Date: 2021-10-06

Slot	Interface	Dimensions	Key(s)	Hints
1	PCIe 3.0 x4 und SATA	2260, 2280
2	PCIe 3.0 x4	2260, 2280		Optane ready