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Overview of Components
PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots
PCI_E1: PCIe 2.0 x1
PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x16 (RYZEN series processors)
PCIe 3.0 x8 (7th Gen A-series/ Athlon™ processors)
PCI_E3: PCIe 2.0 x1
PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x8 (For RYZEN series processors only)
Unavailable for 7th Gen A-series/ Athlon™ processors
PCI_E5: PCIe 2.0 x1
PCI_E6: PCIe 2.0 x4
Multiple graphics cards installation recommendation (RYZEN series
processors)
x16
x8
x8
x8
x8
x4
Important
y
If you install a large and heavy
graphics card, you need to use a tool
such as MSI Gaming Series Graphics
Card Bolster to support its weight to
prevent deformation of the slot.
y
For a single PCIe x16 expansion
card installation with optimum
performance, using the PCI_E2 slot
is recommended.
y
When adding or removing expansion
cards, always turn off the power
supply and unplug the power
supply power cable from the power
outlet. Read the expansion card’s
documentation to check for any
necessary additional hardware or
software changes.