MSI BX Master Motherboard Memory Upgrade

Boost the performance of your MSI BX Master computer by upgrading its memory. Besides better performance, you will be able to have more programs running simultaneously.

Avoid fatal exception errors, stop messages and random reboots by investing in quality memory for your MSI BX Master. The computer memory upgrade choices listed here have been tested for quality and compatibility with your MSI BX Master motherboard. In addition, you get a limited lifetime warranty and free technical support with your computer memory upgrade.

MSI BX Master Motherboard Specs:

• 168-pin DIMM Banking: 4 (4 banks of 1)
• Chipset: Intel 440BX
• Error Detection Support: ECC and non-ECC
• Graphics Support: AGP 2X
• Max Registered SDR SDRAM: 1024MB
• Max Unbuffered SDR SDRAM: 512MB
• Module Types Supported: Unbuffered and Registered
• SDR SDRAM Frequencies: PC66 and PC100
• Supported DRAM Types: SDR SDRAM only
• USB Support: 1.x Compliant

These 168-pin DIMM modules are compatible with your BX Master:

128MB SDRAM, PC100, CL=2, Unbuffered, Non-parity, 100MHz, 3.3V, 16Meg x 64

128MB SDRAM, PC133, CL=3, Unbuffered, Non-parity, 133MHz, 3.3V, 16Meg x 64

128MB SDRAM, PC133, CL=2, Unbuffered, Non-parity, 133MHz, 3.3V, 16Meg x 64

128MB SDRAM, PC100, CL=2, Unbuffered, ECC, 100MHz, 3.3V, 16Meg x 72

MSI BX Master Memory FAQ

What does PC66 and PC100 mean?

This is the front side bus (FSB) clock speed of the memory. It is okay to run faster rated memory even if the installed CPU uses a slower FSB.

Do I need ECC or non-ECC memory?

ECC memory contains error correction circuitry to correct and fix memory errors. If you are running the computer as a web server, database server or anything mission critical, then ECC memory is the way to go. On the other hand, memory errors are so rare that for typical home use, non-ECC memory is recommended. Non-ECC memory is also cheaper and faster.

Should I go with Unbuffered or Registered memory?

Go with whatever type of memory is currently in your MSI BX Master motherboard. Registered memory will have one or more horizontal black chips that are smaller than the memory chips. If no memory is installed, you can go with either type but mixing types is not allowed. Registered memory can give you extra capacity at the expense of extra latency.

What does the CL number mean?

Column Address Strobe (CAS) Latency, or CL for short, specifies how many clock cycles the MSI BX Master motherboard must wait before the memory module is ready to deliver the requested memory. The lower the CL number, the faster the access time.

However, the performance difference between CL=2 and CL=3 is so small that you will not notice any degradation in speed. Unless you are overclocking your MSI BX Master, you do not need to worry about the CL rating. If you are overclocking, then going with a lower CL may help stabilize your MSI BX Master motherboard.