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H55M-E33

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The specifications may differ from areas. Please check with your local dealers. 

Intel® H55-based mainboard

• Support Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processors
• IGP Supports DirectX 10, Shader Model 4.0 and OpenGL 2
• Lossless Audio support and HDMI output 
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Overview

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Lossless 24-bit/192KHz HD Audio

Onboard PC audio gets better! MSI is the first to implement the most high-end HD Audio codecs available. Don’t be fooled by other inferior audio solutions onboard (sometimes you can’t even find the driver!) Only MSI offers the Loss-less 24-bit/192KHz HD Audio function with an incredible 109 SNR dB value to provide the most clear & vivid HD audio quality and support 7.1 channels surround sound playback with a 2-channel independent stereo output (multiple streaming) through the front panel 3.5 inch phone jack.
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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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APS (Active Phase Switching)

Active Phase Switching, APS, technology is an intelligent design that helps to save energy on MSI’s mainboards. The underlying idea is to switch off the power supply as soon as no electricity is needed, and when the system needs more resources again, APS will automatically adjust electricity supply accordingly. APS will automatically detect your processor’s loading at any given time and save energy accordingly. This is only possible by means of a very advanced power controlling technology. Other than software-based solutions, APS technology stands out from MSI's own research. The specially developed IC chip can operate automatically depending on the demands of the power supply, which is to reduce the total power usage. 
 
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M-Flash

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

Features
- All MSI mainboards 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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HDMI v1.3

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a set of digital video standards that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through a single cable. HDMI provides you with the highest-quality home theater experience.

Features
- Next-Gen Multimedia Interface
- Deliver Full HD Video output In Only One Cable
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Easy OC Switch

Every user desires more performance.  MSI has special Easy OC Switches to provide that accessibility to all users. This great technology makes it easier to tweak the core clock settings. There's no need to have a detailed understanding; with just a few simple steps, everyone is able to get the most out of their mainboards. With a single click, the whole system will increase by 5%-20% performance, making overclocking a very easy thing to do.
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3TB+ Infinity

3TB+ Infinity is not only breaking through the limit of traditional BIOS, but also enhancing the utilization of hard drives efficiently. In addition to supporting the latest 3TB hard drives, MSI 3TB+ Infinity technology can use the 3TB hard drive as boot disk when installing a 64-bit operating system. Compared to competitors, MSI 3TB+ Infinity is an industry-leading technology which substantially presents an advantage of development and application in the future.

Features
- All the latest 3TB hard drivers on the market can be supported
- Make the 3TB hard drive as boot disk when installing a 64-bit operating system

Basic Specification

The Specification may change without notice. The actual products sold are different from areas. Please check the detailed Specification with your local dealers.
CPU (Max Support) i3/i5/i7
AM3 CPU Ready N/A
FSB / Hyper Transport Bus 6.4GT/s
Chipset Intel® H55
DDR2 Memory N/A
DDR3 Memory DDR3 1066/1333/1600*/2000*/2133* (OC)
Memory Channel Dual
DIMM Slots 4
Max Memory (GB) 16
PCI-Ex16 1
PCI-E Gen Gen2 (1x16)
PCI-Ex4 N/A
PCI-Ex1 2 (Gen1)
PCI 1
IDE 1
SATAIII N/A
SATAII 6
RAID N/A
LAN 10/100/1000*1
TPM 1
USB 3.0 ports (Rear) N/A
USB 2.0 ports (Rear) 6
Audio ports (Rear) 6
Serial ports (Rear) N/A
Parallel ports (Rear) N/A
1394 ports (Rear) N/A
eSATA N/A
Display Port N/A
DrMOS II N/A
VGA 1
HDMI 1
DVI 1
VGA Max Share Memory (MB) 512
4-way SLI N/A
DirectX DX10
Form Factor M-ATX
DrMOS N/A
APS Y
Sideport Memory N/A
Dual Graphics N/A
SLI N/A
3-way SLI N/A
Hybrid SLI N/A
CrossFire N/A
Hybrid CrossFire N/A
D-LED2 N/A
Green Power Genie N/A

Detail Specification

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

 

CPU

• Supports Intel® i3 / i5 / i7 based processors in LGA1156 package.
Please refer to CPU Support for compatible CPU; the above description is for reference only.

 

 

Chipset

• Intel® H55 Chipset
- Supports QPI up to 6.4GT/s
- Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0) controller, 480Mb/sec.
- 6 SATAII ports with transfer rate up to 3Gb/s.
- PCI Master v2.3, I/O APIC.
- ACPI 2.0 compliant.


Main Memory

• Supports four unbuffered DIMM of 1.5 Volt DDR3 1066/1333/1600*/2000*/2133* (OC) DRAM, 16GB Max
- Supports 1Gb/ 2Gb/ 4Gb DRAM size
- Supports Dual channel mode


Slots

• 1 PCI Express gen2 x16 slot
• 2 PCI Express gen1 x1 slots
• 1 PCI slots, support 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus Interface

 


On-Board IDE/SATA

• One Ultra DMA 66/100/133 IDE controller integrated in JMicron® 368.
- Supports PIO, Bus Master operation modes.
- Can connect up to two Ultra ATA drives.

• SATAII controller integrated in Intel H55 chipset
- Up to 3Gb/s transfer speed.
- Supports six SATAII ports by H55

 

Audio

• Chipset integrated by Realtek® ALC889
- Flexible 8-channel audio with jack sensing
- Compliant with Azalia 1.0 Spec
- Meet Microsoft Vista Premium spec

 

LAN

• Supports one PCI Express LAN 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek 8111DL.


Internal I/O Connectors

- ATX 24-Pin power connector
- 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 
- CPU x 1 / System x 2 FAN connectors
- CD-in connector
- Front panel audio connector
- Front panel connector
- 1 x chasis intrusion connector
- 3 x USB 2.0 connectors
- 6 x Serial ATAII connectors
- 1 x ATA133 connector
- 1 x OC Switch
- 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
- 1 x SPDIF-out connector
- 1 x TPM module connector
- 2 x Serial port connectors
- 1 x Parallel port connector

MSI Reminds You...
• The floppy disk cable will be optional.

 

Back Panel I/O Ports

- 1 x PS/2 Keyboard
- 1 x PS/2 Mouse
- 6 x USB 2.0 ports
- 1 x RJ45 LAN Jack
- 1 x 6 in 1 audio jack
- 1 x HDMI port
- 1 x Graphic Card port 
- 1 x DVI port



MSI Reminds You...
• HDMI, VGA & DVI-D ports can only work with CPUs with GPUs core inside.


BIOS

• The mainboard BIOS provides "Plug & Play" BIOS which detects the peripheral devices and expansion cards of the board automatically.
• The mainboard provides a Desktop Management Interface(DMI) function which records your mainboard specifications.


Dimension

• 24.4cm(L) x 24.0cm(W) M-ATX Form Factor

Mounting

• 6 mounting holes.
 

Product Accessories
 
MSI Reminds You...
• The accessories will probably be different according to the different selling areas of product models. For details of accessories, please refer to the descriptions on the product package.

News

Release Date Title

Awards

Gold Award - xtremehardware.it
Date: 2010-11-23
Title: Gold Award
Comment: Open
Media: xtremehardware.it
Country: Italy
Good Performance Ratio - DDworld.cz
Date: 2010-01-30
Title: Good Performance Ratio
Comment: Open
Media: DDworld.cz
Country: Czech Republic
Silver Award - HardwareHeaven.com
Date: 2010-04-23
Title: Silver Award
Comment: Open
Media: HardwareHeaven.com
Country: United States
Silver Wheel Award - Awardfabrik.de
Date: 2010-01-07
Title: Silver Wheel Award
Comment: Open
Media: Awardfabrik.de
Country: Germany
Editor's Choice Award - Ferralabs.ru
Date: 2010-03-07
Title: Editor's Choice Award
Comment: Open
Media: Ferralabs.ru
Country: Rwanda
CHIP TIP ECONO Award - CHIP Magazine
Date: 2010-03-02
Title: CHIP TIP ECONO Award
Comment: -
Media: CHIP Magazine
Country: Portugal

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 micro code.
- Support SMCWPCI-G2 wireless card.
- Support 2.2TB HDD or above.
 Version 1.A
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2011-01-26
Download 7636v1A.zip File Size 3.13 MB
Note
Description - Update CPU micro code.
- Update M-Flash module.
- Update memory module.
- Fixed system report incorrect memory size during POST.
 Version 1.9
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2010-09-14
Download 7636v19.zip File Size 2.77 MB
Note
Description - Update CPU Micro code.
- Improved memory compatibility.
- Support low voltage memory.
 Version 1.8
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2010-07-05
Download 7636v18.zip File Size 2.75 MB
Note
Description - Update CPU module.
- Update VBIOS.
- Improved memory compatibility.
- Fixed system report incorrect HDD size during POST.
 Version 1.7
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2010-04-27
Download 7636v17.zip File Size 2.73 MB
Note
Description - Update CPU module.
- Update VBIOS.
 Version 1.5
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2010-01-26
Download 7636v15.zip File Size 2.72 MB
Note
Description - Update CPU module.
- Update memory module.
- Add Energy Star LOGO.
- Update VBIOS.
 Version 1.3
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2009-12-21
Download 7636v13.zip File Size 2.72 MB
Note
Description - Update CPU micro code.
- Support EUP.
- Update VBIOS.
- Update NB & SB module.

 Version 1.2
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2009-12-08
Download 7636v12.zip File Size 2.72 MB
Note
Description - Update CPU micro code.
 Version 1.1
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2009-11-23
Download 7636v11.zip File Size 2.7 MB
Note
Description New BIOS Release
 Version 1.0
Type AMI BIOS Release Date 2009-11-17
Download 7636v10.zip File Size 2.7 MB
Note
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

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.
Intel Management Engine Driver
Description Vista/Win7 32/64: 6.0.0.1179
 Version
Type System & Chipset Drivers Release Date 2010-08-23
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32
Download intel_me_mb.zip File Size 10.11 MB
Note
Intel 3/4/5 Chipset Drivers
Description Ver: 9.1.2.1008
 Version
Type System & Chipset Drivers Release Date 2010-07-30
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download intel_345_inf_mb.zip File Size 2.39 MB
Note
TPM Device Driver
Description Intel Trusted Platform chipset driver
XP: 2.00.0000.00
 Version 2.00.0000.00
Type System & Chipset Drivers Release Date 2012-03-13
OS XP 64, XP 32
Download TPMDriver_XP_MB.zip File Size 0.03 MB
Note
Realtek PCI-E Ethernet Drivers
Description
Version 5.794.0222.2012
Type On-Board LAN Drivers Release Date 2012-05-03
OS XP 64, XP 32
Download Realtek_LAN_PCIE_MB.zip File Size 5.51 MB
Note
Realtek PCI-E Ethernet Drivers
Description
Version 6.250.0908.2011
Type On-Board LAN Drivers Release Date 2012-03-12
OS Vista 64, Vista 32
Download Realtek_LAN_PCIE_Vista_MB.zip File Size 5.55 MB
Note
Realtek PCI-E Ethernet Drivers
Description Network Driver
 Version 7.53.0216.2012
Type On-Board LAN Drivers Release Date 2012-05-03
OS Win7 64, Win7 32
Download realtek_pcielan_7_mb.zip File Size 5.63 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 6.0.1.6586
Type On-Board Audio Drivers Release Date 2012-03-21
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download realtek_hd_all_mb.zip File Size 148.85 MB
Note
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Floppy Driver (F6)
Description Intel Rapid Storage Technology for SATA RAID and AHCI mode.
 Version 10.5.0.1007
Type On-Board PIDE/SATA Drivers Release Date 2011-08-22
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download Intel_RST_floppy_MB.zip File Size 0.58 MB
Note
JMicron JMB36x IDE Drivers
Description XP/Vista/Win7 Ver: 17.55.00.WHQL
 Version
Type On-Board PIDE/SATA Drivers Release Date 2010-02-26
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download jmicron_jmb363_ide_all_mb.zip File Size 3.87 MB
Note
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver
Description Intel Rapid Storage Technology for SATA RAID and AHCI mode.
 Version 10.5.0.1027
Type On-Board PIDE/SATA Drivers Release Date 2011-11-21
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download Intel_RST_MB.zip File Size 36.83 MB
Note
Intel H5x Series VGA Drivers
Description XP32/64: 14.42.4.5273
Vista/Win7 32/64: 15.16.6.2025
 Version
Type On-Board VGA Drivers Release Date 2010-07-21
OS XP 64
Download intel_h5x_vga_x64_mb.zip File Size 23.51 MB
Note
Intel H5x Series VGA Drivers
Description XP32/64: 14.42.4.5273
Vista/Win7 32/64: 15.16.6.2025
 Version
Type On-Board VGA Drivers Release Date 2010-07-21
OS XP 32
Download intel_h5x_vga_x32_mb.zip File Size 17.54 MB
Note
Intel H5x Series VGA Drivers
Description XP32/64: 14.42.4.5273
Vista/Win7 32/64: 15.16.6.2025
 Version
Type On-Board VGA Drivers Release Date 2010-07-21
OS Win7 32, Vista 32
Download Intel_G45_SVGA_732_MB.zip File Size 50.34 MB
Note
Intel H5x Series VGA Drivers
Description XP32/64: 14.42.4.5273
Vista/Win7 32/64: 15.16.6.2025
 Version
Type On-Board VGA Drivers Release Date 2010-07-21
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32
Download Intel_G45_SVGA_764_MB.zip File Size 51.39 MB
Note

Utility

Win7 32,Win7 64,Vista 32,Vista 64,XP 32,XP 64,DOS

!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.
i-Charger
Description Provide charging function for iPad
 Version 1.0.104
Type Utility Release Date 2010-07-13
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download icharger_vx7_mb.zip File Size 0.52 MB
Note When connect iPad to USB port for charging, please remove other USB devices for stability.
Intel Turbo Boost Monitor
Description Intel Turbo Boost Monitor Utility
 Version 2.1.23.0
Type Utility Release Date 2012-03-21
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32
Download itbm_v7_mb.zip File Size 22 MB
Note
MSI Control Center
Description Utility for PC overclocking, overvotage and power saving.
Version 1.0.223
Type Utility Release Date 2011-12-14
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download ControlCenter_mb.zip File Size 4.54 MB
Note
Drive Booster Manager
Description eSATA Manager Interface
 Version 0.09.44
Type Utility Release Date 2009-07-24
OS Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 32
Download DriverBoosterManager_mb.zip File Size 5.92 MB
Note
HDDBackup
Description 1. For System Backup
2. Please use Nero to burn the Image to boot up the system for backup.
 Version 1.25
Type Utility Release Date 2008-07-30
OS DOS
Download hddbackup_mb.zip File Size 43.56 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 5.0.081
Type Utility Release Date 2012-05-03
OS Win7 64, Win7 32, Vista 64, Vista 32, XP 64, XP 32
Download LiveUpdate.zip File Size 8.76 MB
Note For K9VGM-V (MS-7253) mainboard, please do not select the DMI option.

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 8.64 MB M7636v1.0_Euro.zip 2010-02-03
1.0 Multi-Language 10.7 MB M7636v1.0_ASIA.zip 2009-11-12
1.0 English 5.75 MB E7636v1.0.zip 2009-11-09

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

Release Date Title