The MS-7613 Version 1.1 motherboard (internally designated by HP as the ) is a micro-ATX form factor board manufactured by MSI for Hewlett-Packard OEM desktop PCs. Released during the Intel Core i3/i5/i7 first-generation era, this motherboard served as the backbone for numerous popular HP Pavilion, HPE (HP Pavilion Elite), and Compaq desktop series.
This motherboard is distinct because it bridges the gap between the older Core 2 Duo era and the modern Core i-series era, utilizing the first-generation Intel "Lynnfield" and "Clarkdale" processors.
Core i5-6xx, Core i3-5xx, and Pentium G69xx processors contain integrated Intel HD Graphics, which activates the motherboard’s onboard DVI and VGA video ports. If you install a Core i7-8xx or Core i5-7xx processor, you must use a dedicated graphics card , as those CPUs lack integrated graphics silicon. 🧠 Memory (RAM) Configuration Guidelines ms-7613 ver 1.1 motherboard manual
If you upgraded to a Core i7 processor, verify that you installed a standalone graphics card. Ensure the 4-pin ATX_12V CPU power connector near the socket is completely plugged in. System Time Resets on Every Boot Cause: Depleted CMOS battery.
If you're experiencing problems, these are the typical failure points for a motherboard of this age. The MS-7613 Version 1
Before installing hardware or troubleshooting, you must understand the operational limits of the MS-7613 Ver 1.1 motherboard. Specification MSI (Micro-Star International) OEM Name Indio-UL8E (HP/Compaq name) Form Factor Micro-ATX (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm / 9.6 in x 9.6 in) Chipset Intel H57 Express Processor Socket Intel LGA 1156 Memory Slots 4 × DDR3 DIMM (Dual Channel) Maximum RAM Up to 16 GB DDR3 Expansion Slots 1 × PCIe x16, 2 × PCIe x1, 1 × PCIe Mini Card Storage Ports 4 × SATA II (3.0 Gb/s) Audio Realtek ALC888S (7.1-channel high-definition) Network Realtek RTL8111DL (Gigabit 10/100/1000 Mb/s) 🔌 Processor (CPU) Compatibility
Designed for dedicated graphics cards. Ensure your case power supply can support the wattage requirement of your graphics card, as the motherboard can only safely deliver up to 75W through this slot. Core i5-6xx, Core i3-5xx, and Pentium G69xx processors
This board does not support 2nd Gen (Sandy Bridge) or 3rd Gen (Ivy Bridge) i5/i7 processors. It is strictly 1st Generation.