The MSI TRX40 PRO WIFI is an ATX size motherboard for AMD's third generation of Threadripper processors. In addition to the sTRX4 socket for the CPU, it has eight RAM slots supporting up to 256GB of DDR4 memory and four full-length PCI-Express slots. Unfortunately, due to the slot positioning, only three GPUs can be used - and the third will connect to the system with x8 lanes rather than x16. The chipset supports PCI-E 4.0, however, so when used in combination with PCI-E 4.0 cards these slots provide twice the bandwidth of the previous generation.
A wide range of connectivity is provided as well: seven standard USB ports, one of the new USB Type C, dual gigabit Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth, and both analog and digital audio. Internally it has eight SATA ports and two M.2 connectors, with included heatsinks, allowing for a flexible array of storage options.
A wide range of connectivity is provided as well: seven standard USB ports, one of the new USB Type C, dual gigabit Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth, and both analog and digital audio. Internally it has eight SATA ports and two M.2 connectors, with included heatsinks, allowing for a flexible array of storage options.
William George (Marketing Project Manager) Says:
It is unfortunate that this motherboard doesn't support quad GPUs, but for many applications the new Threadripper processors are amazing - and many of the programs where it excels don't need multi-GPU support anyway. This board also does not support TPM, so just a heads-up for anyone who needs that.
It is unfortunate that this motherboard doesn't support quad GPUs, but for many applications the new Threadripper processors are amazing - and many of the programs where it excels don't need multi-GPU support anyway. This board also does not support TPM, so just a heads-up for anyone who needs that.
Model: MSI TRX40 PRO WIFI
Specifications
Socket | sTRX4 |
CPU Compatibility | Threadripper 3 |
Form Factor | ATX |
Chipset Manufacturer | AMD |
Chipset | TRX40 |
Network Connectivity | Dual Gigabit Networking + WiFi 6 |
Network Controller | 2x Intel I211-AT + Intel AX200 |
Audio Controller | Onboard Realtek ALC1220 HD Audio |
Cooling System | Heatsink and Fan |
Number of Fans | 1 |
Color | Black |
Memory Support | |
Type | DDR4 |
Maximum Speed | 3200 MHz |
Number of Slots | 8 |
Maximum Size per Slot | 32 GB |
Maximum Amount Supported | 256 GB |
External Connections | |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) | 4 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB 3.1) | 3 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type C | 1 |
Audio Out | Surround Sound (7.1) |
Audio In | Line-In/Microphone |
S/PDIF | Optical |
LAN (RJ45) | 2 |
Wireless Antenna Port | Yes |
Internal Connections | |
USB 2.0 | 2 (providing 4 ports) |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C | 1 |
SATA III 6.0Gbps | 8 |
M.2 Connector | 2 |
M.2 Support | 1x 42-110mm NVMe (Gen4) + SATA, 1x 42-80mm NVMe (Gen4) + SATA |
SATA Controllers | |
SATA III 6.0Gbps Controller 1 | TRX40 (providing 8 ports) |
Expansion Slots | |
Slot 1 | Slot not available on this board |
Slot 2 | PCI Express 4.0 x16 |
Slot 3 | Slot not available on this board |
Slot 4 | PCI Express 4.0 x8 in a x16 size |
Slot 5 | PCI Express 4.0 x16 |
Slot 6 | PCI Express 3.0 x1 |
Slot 7 | PCI Express 4.0 x8 in a x16 size |
Additional Information | |
SLI Compatible | Yes |
Crossfire Compatible | Yes |
RAID Support | 0,1,10 |
Bluetooth | Yes (5.0) |
Dual GPU Slot Spacing | 3-Slot |
Integrated IO Shield | No |
BIOS Features | |
UEFI BIOS | Yes |
EZ Flash | Yes |
OC Profiles | Yes |
Dimensions | |
Height | 305 mm (12.0 in) |
Width | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
Included M.2 Xpander card provides additional 2x 80-110mm NVMe (Gen4) slots.