MSI CSM-H110M PRO-VHL LGA1151 mATX Motherboard

The MSI CSM-H110M PRO-VHL LGA1151 mATX Motherboard is built with an Intel H110 chipset and an LGA1151 socket so you can create a Windows system running on a 6th-generation Skylake Intel processor. Utilising these Intel designs, you can add up to 32GB of DDR4 memory modules in the two DIMM slots. For optical and storage drive support, it comes with four SATA ports.

Once a CPU is installed, this motherboard can use integrated graphics, coming from the processor, to deliver 4K visuals via the HDMI port. For legacy monitors, a VGA port is onboard. Networking is accomplished with the Ethernet port that provides Gigabit speeds. There are also serial, parallel, and PS/2 ports to make this motherboard well suited for business and retail environments.

MSI has equipped this motherboard with a single PCIe 3.0 x16 slot so you can build a gaming system with a dedicated graphics card. To complete the multimedia experience, The Realtek ALC887 audio processor delivers 8-channel sounds through the three audio ports. Other ports include two USB 2.0 ports and 2 USB 3.0 ports for connecting with printers and scanners. Furthermore, the PCIe 3.0 x1 and PCI slots allow you to add additional capabilities and ports to this motherboard.

Features

Intel H110 Chipset

The H110 chipset is designed to support Intel's 6th-generation of Skylake processors and PCIe 3.0 x16 cards. This chipset natively supports up to four USB 3.0, ten USB 2.0, and four SATA III ports as well as six PCIe 2.0 lanes for faster data retrieval.

Intel LGA1151 Socket

This motherboard supports Intel Core i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors in the LGA1151 package. These processors come with integrated graphics, memory, and PCI-Express controllers to deliver onboard graphics, dual-channel DDR4 memory support, and PCI Express 3.0 lanes for graphics performance.

DDR4 Memory

MSI has designed this motherboard with optimised trace paths and isolated memory circuitry to help ensure the DDR4 memory signals stay pure.

Protection

MSI has provided circuit protection for this motherboard by outfitting it with dark chokes, solid capacitors, multiple PCB layers, and shielding. For key components, they have passed military testing to ensure stable operation in a harsh environment. MSI has protected all the I/O ports on this motherboard against electrostatic discharge damage. In addition, the motherboard meets FCC regulations and produces less electromagnetic interference than other motherboards.

With the increased size and weight of high-end graphics cards, MSI has designed the PCIe slot with reinforced soldered points that help strengthen the connection. A red LED light near the 24-pin power connection lets you know that protection is activated to prevent overvoltage and short-circuit damage of the CPU and other components. If the system does not function properly, three LED lights help you determine if the CPU, memory, or graphics need replacement.

Audio Boost

With premium audio components, this motherboard offers studio grade sound by delivering clear sound and music through 8-channel HD audio or high impendence headphones. This motherboard comes with three audio jacks, Chemi-Con audio capacitors, and separated audio layers as well as an isolated audio PCB, anti-popcorn noise technology, and one front headphone-out connector.

Software Package

• Click BIOS - tools to fully protect and optimise your system
• Network Genie - changes the applications' traffic priority
• M-Cloud - a convenient and secure way of saving personal files in the cloud
• Total Fan Control - monitor temperatures in real time and gives you complete control of all your fans connected to the motherboard's 4-pin fan headers
• Intel Small Business Basic - improves data security, maximises employee productivity, and boosts system performance

Specifications