If you are repairing or repurposing an old PC in 2021, these specifications are critical for compatibility.
Use the method in Section 1 to find the "MS-xxxx" number. If you are repairing or repurposing an old
This is the most common reason people need the manual. On these MSI boards, the front panel connector (JFP1) usually follows this standard pinout: Since "N1996" covers a range of boards, they
Since MSI did not release a generic “N1996” manual, you must locate the specific model number printed on the board (e.g., MS-7613 v1.1). The manual PDF for that MSI model applies. Graphics:
| Feature | Description | |---------|-------------| | Socket | LGA 775 | | Chipset | Intel G31 + ICH7 | | RAM Slots | 2 x DDR2 DIMM (max 4GB) | | Expansion | 1 x PCIe x16, 1 x PCIe x1, 2 x PCI | | Rear I/O | PS/2 keyboard/mouse, VGA, 4 x USB 2.0, LAN, audio jacks |
If your board matches the above, you have the genuine MSI N1996 variant.
Since "N1996" covers a range of boards, they generally share similar entry-level specifications from the late 2000s era. Below are the specs for the most common board associated with this sticker (the MSI K9VGM-V / MS-7253), which is a typical representation.