MSI MS-16G3 MS-16G5 Ver 0B Schematic
Technical Specifications
Technical Summary
The MSI MS-16G3 / MS-16G5 motherboard, revision 0B, is built on the Huron River Platform featuring an Intel Sandy Bridge CPU paired with a Cougar Point PCH. Graphics are handled by an nVIDIA N12P-GS GPU, with a UMA variant available on the MS-16G3 revision. System memory consists of two DDRIII SODIMM slots supporting dual-channel DDRIII 1066/1333 MHz. The embedded controller is an ENE 3930 KBC, and the audio subsystem is driven by a Realtek ALC892 codec with an APA2031 amplifier. Power management includes a MAX8731 charger, TPS51125, ISL95831, TPS51218, MP2107, and APL5331 regulators. Networking is provided by a Realtek RTL8111E PCI-E LAN controller and a BT/WLAN combo module. The system firmware resides on a 32MB SPI flash, with an additional SPI flash for the EC. Storage and expansion are supported via SATA, PCI-E, Mini PCIe, and USB 3.0 combo connectors.
Technician FAQ
Q: What EC/KBC is used on this motherboard?
A: The motherboard uses an ENE 3930 KBC/EC.
Q: What BIOS flash type is used?
A: The system uses a 32MB SPI Flash for the BIOS.
Q: What is the charging IC and architecture?
A: The charging IC is a MAX8731.
Q: What GPU configurations are available?
A: The MS-16G5 uses an nVIDIA N12P-GS GPU, while the MS-16G3 revision 0B supports a UMA configuration.
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Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI (Micro-Star International) |
| Model | MS-16G3 / MS-16G5 |
| Motherboard Manufacturer | MICRO-STAR INT'L CO.,LTD. |
| Board Number | MS-16G3 / MS-16G5 |
| Revision | 0B |
| Date | Tuesday, September 21, 2010 |
| Document Number | Custom |
| CPU Platform | Huron River Platform (Sandy Bridge) |
| PCH / Southbridge | Cougar Point |
| GPU Type | nVIDIA N12P-GS |
| Graphics Architecture | nVIDIA N12P-GS |
| EC / KBC | ENE 3930 |
| Audio Codec | ALC892 |
| BIOS / SPI Flash | SPI Flash 32MB |
| Charging IC | MAX8731 |
| Charger Architecture | MAX8731 |
| Power IC(s) | TPS51125, ISL95831, TPS51218, MP2107, APL5331 |
| RAM Type | DDRIII |
| RAM Architecture | Dual Channel DDRIII 1066/1333 MHz |
| RAM Quantity / Slots | 2 (SODIMM0, SODIMM1) |
| LAN IC | RTL8111E |
| WiFi / WLAN IC | BT/WLAN COMBO |
| Card Reader IC | Card Reader_1, Card Reader_2 |
| USB Hub IC | USB 3.0 COMBO |
| Audio Amplifier | APA2031 |
Technical Summary
The MSI MS-16G3 / MS-16G5 motherboard, revision 0B, is built on the Huron River Platform featuring an Intel Sandy Bridge CPU paired with a Cougar Point PCH. Graphics are handled by an nVIDIA N12P-GS GPU, with a UMA variant available on the MS-16G3 revision. System memory consists of two DDRIII SODIMM slots supporting dual-channel DDRIII 1066/1333 MHz. The embedded controller is an ENE 3930 KBC, and the audio subsystem is driven by a Realtek ALC892 codec with an APA2031 amplifier. Power management includes a MAX8731 charger, TPS51125, ISL95831, TPS51218, MP2107, and APL5331 regulators. Networking is provided by a Realtek RTL8111E PCI-E LAN controller and a BT/WLAN combo module. The system firmware resides on a 32MB SPI flash, with an additional SPI flash for the EC. Storage and expansion are supported via SATA, PCI-E, Mini PCIe, and USB 3.0 combo connectors.
Technician FAQ
Q: What EC/KBC is used on this motherboard?
A: The motherboard uses an ENE 3930 KBC/EC.
Q: What BIOS flash type is used?
A: The system uses a 32MB SPI Flash for the BIOS.
Q: What is the charging IC and architecture?
A: The charging IC is a MAX8731.
Q: What GPU configurations are available?
A: The MS-16G5 uses an nVIDIA N12P-GS GPU, while the MS-16G3 revision 0B supports a UMA configuration.
Technical data structured and organized by Dr-Bios.com, based on original schematic source analysis.
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