MSI MPG B560I Gaming Edge Wifi DDR4 AMD Motherboard

The MSI MPG B550I Gaming Edge WiFi is a Mini-ITX form-factor motherboard built on the AMD B550 chipset, designed for AM4 socket 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors with support for future Ryzen processors via BIOS update. Measuring just 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm (6.7 in. x 6.7 in.), it packs a full-featured platform into a compact footprint suited for small-form-factor gaming and high-performance workstation builds. Memory support spans two DDR4 DIMM slots accommodating up to 64 GB of non-ECC unbuffered RAM. JEDEC profiles run from DDR4-1866 through DDR4-3200, while A-XMP overclocking extends the ceiling to DDR4-4600 in single-rank, single-DIMM-per-channel configuration. Dual-channel memory architecture is supported across both slots. For storage, two M.2 Key-M slots are included. The primary M2_1 slot draws directly from the AMD processor and supports PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4 as well as SATA, accepting 2260 and 2280 form factors. The secondary M2_2 slot is chipset-fed and supports PCIe 3.0 x4 in 2280 size. Four SATA 6 Gb/s ports round out storage connectivity. RAID 0, 1, and 10 are supported for SATA devices; RAID 0 and RAID 1 are supported for M.2 NVMe devices. The single PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 expansion slot delivers full-bandwidth GPU connectivity, with the supported specification determined by the installed processor. An Intel AX200 wireless module comes pre-installed in the dedicated M.2 Key-E slot, offering Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO, dual-band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz (160 MHz channel), speeds up to 2.4 Gbps, and Bluetooth 5.1. Wired networking is handled by a Realtek RTL8125B 2.5 Gbps LAN controller. Audio is delivered via a Realtek ALC1200 codec providing 7.1-channel high-definition audio with S/PDIF optical output. Display output through an HDMI port supports resolutions up to 4096×2160 at 60 Hz when used with a processor featuring integrated graphics, with up to 2048 MB shared memory. USB connectivity is extensive: the rear I/O includes two USB 3.2 Gen 2 10 Gbps ports (one Type-A, one Type-C), two USB 3.2 Gen 1 5 Gbps Type-A ports, and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports. Internal headers add further USB 3.2 Gen 1 5 Gbps and USB 2.0 expansion options, plus a front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C header. Additional rear panel features include a BIOS Flashback button, PS/2 combo port, and a pre-installed I/O shield. Power delivery uses an 8+2+1 phase digital design with Dr.MOS 60A power stages and Core Boost technology. Thermal management includes an extended heatsink design, M.2 Shield Frozr for M.2 slots, and an 8-layer PCB with 2 oz thickened copper layers. System monitoring is managed by a NUVOTON NCT6687-R I/O controller. RGB lighting is accommodated via a 3-pin RAINBOW LED header, and four EZ Debug LEDs assist with troubleshooting. Verifiable Specifications: - Form Factor: Mini-ITX — 170 mm x 170 mm (6.7 in. x 6.7 in.) - Chipset: AMD B550 - CPU Socket: AM4 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen; future support via BIOS update) - Memory: 2x DDR4 DIMM, up to 64 GB; JEDEC up to DDR4-3200; A-XMP OC up to DDR4-4600 (1DPC 1R) - Storage: 2x M.2 (Key-M); 4x SATA 6 Gb/s - PCIe: 1x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 - Wireless: Intel AX200 Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1 - LAN: Realtek RTL8125B 2.5 Gbps - Audio: Realtek ALC1200 7.1-channel HD Audio, S/PDIF out - Display: HDMI (up to 4096x2160 @ 60 Hz, iGPU required) - Warranty: 3 Years (as listed by source)