MSI Gaming GF63 11SC-461NL Thin RAM upgrade specifications
MSI GF63 11SC-461NL Thin gaming laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with two SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum capacity of 64 GB RAM. Specifications include DDR4 3200 MHz frequency support. Compatible memory modules must match SO-DIMM form factor standards for proper installation in available slots. Upgrade capacity specifications allow for significant memory expansion beyond factory default configurations.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 3200 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 64 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-3200 (PC4-25600) |
| Bandwidth | 25.6 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 26 January 2022 |
Additional Notes
- Dual channel memory architecture requires installing modules in pairs to achieve maximum theoretical memory bandwidth.
- The MSI GF63 11SC-461NL Thin physical design necessitates the removal of the entire bottom chassis panel for internal component access.
- Mixing modules with different timings or ranks causes the system to default to the latency of the slowest installed stick.
- Operating 64 GB of memory places higher stress on the integrated memory controller and potentially impacts battery runtime during high utilization.
- Lack of onboard soldered memory allows for total replacement of factory modules if hardware failure occurs.
- Upgrading beyond the factory configuration requires checking for a factory seal sticker which varies by regional warranty policy.
- High density 32 GB modules must be non ECC unbuffered SO-DIMM type to ensure BIOS recognition and boot stability.
- Synchronous data rates are dependent on the processor generation supporting the full 3200 MHz clock speed without downclocking.