Understanding the layout is essential for upgrading components like RAM or adding a graphics card.
Connects to the case reset button. Orientation does not matter. Expansion and Storage Connections Graphics Cards (PCIe)
The MS-7829 is a Micro-ATX (mATX) motherboard built around the Intel H81 or B85 chipset. It was designed for 4th-generation Intel Core processors. Specification Micro-ATX (approx. 24.4 cm x 20.0 cm) CPU Socket Chipset Intel H81 / B85 Express Memory Slots 2 x DDR3 DIMM slots (Dual Channel) Maximum RAM Up to 16 GB DDR3 (1333/1600 MHz) Expansion Slots 1 x PCIe x16, 2 x PCIe x1 Storage 2 x SATA III (6Gb/s), 2 x SATA II (3Gb/s) Power Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX, 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V 🔌 Internal Component Layout and Connectors
Connects to the hard drive activity light. (Pin 2 is Positive, Pin 4 is Negative).
Align the notch on the bottom of the RAM stick with the break in the motherboard slot.
This makes upgrading the power supply (PSU) difficult. Standard ATX power supplies require a specific 24-pin to 12-pin adapter to function with this board. Front Panel and Pinouts
The LGA1150 socket supports a wide range of popular 4th Gen CPUs. If you are looking to upgrade your Acer machine, the top-tier options include: Intel Core i7-4790K Go to product viewer dialog for this item. / i7-4790 Intel Core i5-4690K Go to product viewer dialog for this item. / i5-4690
The MS-7829 is built on Intel's 8-series architecture, designed for business and entry-level consumer desktops. Intel LGA 1150
The MS-7829 features hardware jumpers used to reset the system BIOS or clear forgotten supervisor passwords. Clear CMOS Jumper (JBAT1)
Modern note: For current OS (Windows 10/11), use generic drivers or find legacy drivers on MSI’s support site under “MS-7829” or “Nightblade B85” (similar chipset).
Memory error. Remove your RAM sticks, clean the gold contacts with a soft eraser, and reinstall them firmly.
Connect to Pin 2 (+) and Pin 4 (-).
is an Acer OEM board, rather than searching for MSI drivers. Key drivers required include: Intel Chipset Driver Intel VGA/Graphics Driver Realtek Audio Driver Realtek Ethernet (LAN) Driver 6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Where can I find the MS-7829 manual PDF?
Understanding the layout is essential for upgrading components like RAM or adding a graphics card.
Connects to the case reset button. Orientation does not matter. Expansion and Storage Connections Graphics Cards (PCIe)
The MS-7829 is a Micro-ATX (mATX) motherboard built around the Intel H81 or B85 chipset. It was designed for 4th-generation Intel Core processors. Specification Micro-ATX (approx. 24.4 cm x 20.0 cm) CPU Socket Chipset Intel H81 / B85 Express Memory Slots 2 x DDR3 DIMM slots (Dual Channel) Maximum RAM Up to 16 GB DDR3 (1333/1600 MHz) Expansion Slots 1 x PCIe x16, 2 x PCIe x1 Storage 2 x SATA III (6Gb/s), 2 x SATA II (3Gb/s) Power Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX, 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V 🔌 Internal Component Layout and Connectors
Connects to the hard drive activity light. (Pin 2 is Positive, Pin 4 is Negative). ms-7829 motherboard manual
Align the notch on the bottom of the RAM stick with the break in the motherboard slot.
This makes upgrading the power supply (PSU) difficult. Standard ATX power supplies require a specific 24-pin to 12-pin adapter to function with this board. Front Panel and Pinouts
The LGA1150 socket supports a wide range of popular 4th Gen CPUs. If you are looking to upgrade your Acer machine, the top-tier options include: Intel Core i7-4790K Go to product viewer dialog for this item. / i7-4790 Intel Core i5-4690K Go to product viewer dialog for this item. / i5-4690 Expansion and Storage Connections Graphics Cards (PCIe) The
The MS-7829 is built on Intel's 8-series architecture, designed for business and entry-level consumer desktops. Intel LGA 1150
The MS-7829 features hardware jumpers used to reset the system BIOS or clear forgotten supervisor passwords. Clear CMOS Jumper (JBAT1)
Modern note: For current OS (Windows 10/11), use generic drivers or find legacy drivers on MSI’s support site under “MS-7829” or “Nightblade B85” (similar chipset). Remove your RAM sticks
Memory error. Remove your RAM sticks, clean the gold contacts with a soft eraser, and reinstall them firmly.
Connect to Pin 2 (+) and Pin 4 (-).
is an Acer OEM board, rather than searching for MSI drivers. Key drivers required include: Intel Chipset Driver Intel VGA/Graphics Driver Realtek Audio Driver Realtek Ethernet (LAN) Driver 6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Where can I find the MS-7829 manual PDF?