Intel Skylake-S MSI MS-7988 Rev 1.0 Schematic
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
This Micro-Star International Q170/Q150 motherboard revision 1.0, dated July 23, 2015, is built on the Intel Skylake-S platform with an LGA 1151 socket and an Intel Skylake-H chipset. The system memory architecture supports 2-channel DDR4 1866/2133 across four DIMM slots, with a maximum capacity of 64GB. The onboard SPI flash is a 128Mb ROM for BIOS storage. The embedded controller and Super I/O functions are handled by an NCT6685D. Audio is provided by a Realtek ALC662VD codec, and wired networking is managed by an Intel I219-LM Gigabit LAN controller. The VRM configuration uses an IMVP8 topology with NCP81203+NCP5230 controllers for 6-phase CPU core power. Graphics output includes DP to VGA conversion via an ITE6515 and DP to HDMI connectivity.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the BIOS flash capacity on this motherboard?
A: The onboard SPI flash is 128Mb.
Q: What EC/KBC is used on this motherboard?
A: The embedded controller and Super I/O is the NCT6685D.
Q: What is the CPU VRM configuration?
A: The CPU core VRM uses an IMVP8 architecture with NCP81203+NCP5230 controllers for 6-phase power.
Q: What audio codec is used?
A: The audio codec is a Realtek ALC662VD.
Q: What LAN controller is present?
A: The Gigabit LAN controller is an Intel I219-LM.
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Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MICRO-STAR INT'L CO., LTD. |
| Project Code | Q170/Q150 |
| Revision | 1.0 |
| Date | Thursday, July 23, 2015 |
| CPU Platform | Intel Skylake-S |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1151 |
| PCH / Southbridge | Intel Skylake-H Chipset |
| GPU Type | DP to VGA (ITE6515) |
| EC / KBC | NCT6685D |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC662VD |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | SPI Flash 128Mb |
| LAN IC | Intel I219-LM |
| RAM Type | DDR4 1866/2133 |
| RAM Architecture | 2 Channel DDR 4 * 4 (Max 64GB) |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | DDR4 DIMM1/DIMM2/DIMM3/DIMM4 |
| Super I/O | NCT6685D |
| VR Controller | NCP81203+NCP5230 (6Phase) |
| HDMI Level Shifter | DP to HDMI |
Technical Summary
This Micro-Star International Q170/Q150 motherboard revision 1.0, dated July 23, 2015, is built on the Intel Skylake-S platform with an LGA 1151 socket and an Intel Skylake-H chipset. The system memory architecture supports 2-channel DDR4 1866/2133 across four DIMM slots, with a maximum capacity of 64GB. The onboard SPI flash is a 128Mb ROM for BIOS storage. The embedded controller and Super I/O functions are handled by an NCT6685D. Audio is provided by a Realtek ALC662VD codec, and wired networking is managed by an Intel I219-LM Gigabit LAN controller. The VRM configuration uses an IMVP8 topology with NCP81203+NCP5230 controllers for 6-phase CPU core power. Graphics output includes DP to VGA conversion via an ITE6515 and DP to HDMI connectivity.
Technician FAQ
Q: What is the BIOS flash capacity on this motherboard?
A: The onboard SPI flash is 128Mb.
Q: What EC/KBC is used on this motherboard?
A: The embedded controller and Super I/O is the NCT6685D.
Q: What is the CPU VRM configuration?
A: The CPU core VRM uses an IMVP8 architecture with NCP81203+NCP5230 controllers for 6-phase power.
Q: What audio codec is used?
A: The audio codec is a Realtek ALC662VD.
Q: What LAN controller is present?
A: The Gigabit LAN controller is an Intel I219-LM.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
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