{"product_id":"a520m-a-pro-1","title":"MSI A520M-A PRO AMD AM4 Micro-ATX Motherboard","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.pg-wrap{font-family:inherit;font-size:0.95em;}\n.pg-nav{display:flex;gap:0.5em;margin-bottom:1.5em;}\n.pg-nav a{display:inline-block;padding:0.4em 1.2em;border:1px solid #ccc;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;color:inherit;font-weight:bold;background:#f5f5f5;}\n.pg-nav a:hover{background:#e0e0e0;}\n.pg-section{margin-bottom:2em;}\n.pg-section h2{font-size:1.3em;font-weight:bold;border-bottom:2px solid #ccc;padding-bottom:0.3em;margin-bottom:0.8em;}\n.pg-cols{display:flex;gap:2em;flex-wrap:wrap;}\n.pg-col{flex:1;min-width:260px;}\n.pg-col h3{font-size:1em;font-weight:bold;background:#f0f0f0;padding:0.3em 0.5em;margin:1em 0 0.3em 0;}\n.pg-col table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:0.9em;}\n.pg-col td{padding:4px 8px;border:1px solid #ddd;vertical-align:top;}\n.pg-col tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#fafafa;}\n.pg-col td:first-child{width:55%;}\nabbr{text-decoration:underline dotted;cursor:help;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pg-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pg-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pg-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pg-section\" id=\"pg-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMSI A520M-A PRO AMD AM4 Micro-ATX Motherboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMSI A520M-A PRO - AMD AM4 Micro-ATX Motherboard Professional-grade AMD A520 Micro-ATX motherboard for Ryzen 3000 Series processors. 2× DDR4 DIMM slots up to 64GB (DDR4-4600 OC), 1× M.2 (PCIe 3.0), 4× SATA III, PCIe 3.0 x16 GPU slot, DVI-D + HDMI display outputs, Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit LAN, Realtek ALC892 7.1 HD audio, EZ Debug LED, Core Boost, Double ESD Protection, 2oz thickened copper PCB. Dimensions: 236×200 mm. Weight: 698g. ▼ Product Description Core Benefits AMD A520 chipset for Ryzen 3000 Series (AM4 socket) 2× DDR4 DIMM slots, up to 64GB, DDR4-4600 OC support 1× M.2 slot (PCIe 3.0) 4× SATA III 6Gb\/s ports with RAID 0\/1\/10 PCIe 3.0 x16 GPU slot DVI-D + HDMI dual display outputs Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit Ethernet Realtek ALC892 7.1 CH HD Audio EZ Debug LED — onboard diagnostic LEDs for CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Core Boost — optimised power delivery for multi-core CPUs Double ESD Protection on all mounting holes 2oz thickened copper PCB for improved conductivity and heat dissipation Micro-ATX form factor (236×200 mm) Key Features A-XMP memory profile support (up to DDR4-4600 OC) RAID 0\/1\/10 support 4× USB 3.2 Gen1 + 2× USB 2.0 rear ports Total Fan Control — up to 4 temperature targets, auto fan speed adjustment 1× CPU fan + 2× chassis fan headers Chassis intrusion connector Front panel audio header MSI PRO series — stable functionality, high-quality assembly, professional workflows Ideal Applications Budget Ryzen Builds: Solid A520 platform for Ryzen 3000 Series at an accessible price Professional Workstations: MSI PRO series focus on stability and longevity for business and productivity use Compact Builds: Micro-ATX form factor fits a wide range of cases Home \u0026amp; Office: Dual display outputs, Gigabit LAN, and 7.1 audio for everyday productivity ▼ Technical Specifications CPU \u0026amp; Chipset Socket AMD AM4 Supported CPUs AMD Ryzen 3000 Series Chipset AMD A520 PCB 2oz thickened copper, Black Form Factor Micro-ATX (236 × 200 mm) Weight 698 g Memory Memory Type DDR4 (Dual Channel, Unbuffered) Memory Slots 2× DIMM Max Capacity 64 GB Supported Speeds DDR4-1866\/2133\/2400\/2667\/2800\/2933\/3000\/3066\/3200Up to DDR4-4600 (OC) ECC Support ECC \u0026amp; Non-ECC Profiles A-XMP Expansion Slots PCIe x16 (Gen 3) 1× PCIe 3.0 x16 PCIe x1 (Gen 3) 1× PCIe 3.0 x1 M.2 1× M.2 (PCIe 3.0) Storage SATA III 4× SATA 6Gb\/s RAID RAID 0, 1, 10 Max Drives 5 Display Output (APU\/iGPU) HDMI 1× HDMI (max 4096×2160) DVI-D 1× DVI-D Max Displays 2 Networking Ethernet Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit LAN Wi-Fi No USB \u0026amp; Rear I\/O USB 3.2 Gen1 (Rear) 4× USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A USB 2.0 (Rear) 2× USB 2.0 USB (Internal) 1× USB 3.2 Gen1 header2× USB 2.0 headers Other Rear I\/O 1× HDMI, 1× DVI-D1× RJ-45 LANAudio jacks (headphone out, mic in) Audio Audio Codec Realtek ALC892 Channels 7.1 CH HD Audio Fan \u0026amp; Internal Headers Fan Headers 1× CPU fan2× Chassis fan(Total Fan Control — up to 4 temp targets) Power 24-pin ATX, CPU power connector Other Front panel header, front panel audioChassis intrusion connector ▼ What's Included MSI A520M-A PRO Motherboard SATA cables I\/O shield Quick installation guide Driver disc ▼ Why Choose This Product EZ Debug LED — Instant Fault Diagnosis The A520M-A PRO features onboard EZ Debug LEDs for CPU, DRAM, VGA, and Boot devices. If your system fails to POST, the relevant LED lights up immediately, pinpointing the problem component without the need for a separate diagnostic card or trial-and-error troubleshooting. This is a significant time-saver during builds and fault-finding. 2oz Thickened Copper PCB — Better Conductivity \u0026amp; Heat Dissipation The A520M-A PRO uses a PCB with 2oz copper layers — double the standard 1oz used on most budget boards. This increases electrical conductivity, reduces resistance, and improves heat dissipation across the board, contributing to greater stability and reliability especially under sustained load. Core Boost — Optimised Power Delivery MSI Core Boost combines an optimised PCB layout with a refined power design to deliver faster, cleaner current to the CPU. This supports stable operation across multi-core Ryzen processors and provides a solid foundation for A-XMP memory overclocking up to DDR4-4600. Double ESD Protection — Motherboard Longevity Double ESD protection doubles the grounding layer around all mounting holes, significantly reducing the risk of static discharge damage during installation or operation. This is a meaningful durability feature that helps protect your investment over the long term. Total Fan Control — Quiet \u0026amp; Efficient Cooling MSI Total Fan Control lets you set up to 4 independent temperature targets for CPU and motherboard sensors, with fan speeds adjusting automatically to match thermal conditions. 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