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MSI 890FXA-GD70
AMD 890FX multi-GPU ATX board for Socket AM3 processors, with DDR3, SB850 SATA 6 Gb/s and extensive PCIe 2.0 expansion.
IDENTIFICATION: Confirm the full model name, printed PCB revision and firmware identifier on the physical board. Variants with similar names may differ in CPU support, BIOS, memory and connectors.
Specifications
| Catalog subcategory | AMD Socket platforms |
|---|---|
| Exact board / model | MSI 890FXA-GD70 |
| Era / platform | Socket AM3 / AMD 890FX + SB850, 2010 |
| CPU and socket | Socket AM3 AMD Phenom II, Athlon II and Sempron processors qualified by MSI; verify the precise CPU and required BIOS. |
| Chipset / controller | AMD 890FX northbridge with SB850 southbridge. |
| Memory | Four DDR3 DIMM slots, dual-channel; confirm the supported maximum capacity and module combinations in the MSI manual/QVL before populating all slots. |
| Form factor | ATX |
| Expansion and storage | Five PCIe 2.0 x16-length slots with lane sharing, one PCIe x1 and one PCI; six SATA 6 Gb/s ports plus legacy storage connectivity as documented for this model. |
| Firmware compatibility | Use the exact model and board revision support page. Check CPU support and minimum BIOS before fitting a processor; do not flash firmware intended for a similarly named board. |
Compatibility and revision notes
The 890FXA-GD70 is Socket AM3 and should not be treated as an AM3+ FX-support board. MSI CPU compatibility is restricted to its listed models and BIOS versions.
Before installation, check the manufacturer’s model-specific CPU support table and manual. Verify the power supply, cooler, chassis clearance, memory population rules and any shared PCIe or SATA lanes for the intended configuration.
Preservation and repair
Inspect the multi-slot PCIe area for mechanical stress and check the chipset heatsink assembly. Confirm memory capacity with the board manual and MSI compatibility list before populating all DIMMs.
For an archive record, photograph PCB labels before cleaning and note serial/date codes, firmware, accessories, known faults, repairs and test conditions. Use ESD-safe handling; do not energize a board with loose conductive hardware beneath it.
Sources & further reading
- MSI 890FXA-GD70 specificationsMSI’s product specification page for chipset, memory and I/O.
- MSI 890FXA-GD70 support and CPU resourcesOfficial support downloads and CPU compatibility reference.
Primary manufacturer documentation is the compatibility authority. Match the cited support table and manual to the exact model and PCB revision; do not transfer firmware or CPU claims between near-name variants.