MSI Gaming GF76 11UE-286FR Katana RAM upgrade specifications
The MSI GF76 11UE-286FR Katana gaming laptop features DDR4-SDRAM memory upgrade specifications with 2x SO-DIMM slots supporting maximum capacity of 64 GB. The memory operates at 3200 MHz frequency and utilizes SO-DIMM form factor. Compatible RAM upgrades for the GF76 11UE-286FR Katana model require DDR4 specifications to meet the laptop's memory architecture requirements.
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 | 17 February 2022 |
Additional Notes
- The MSI GF76 11UE-286FR Katana contains 2 SO-DIMM slots operating at 3200 MHz, which establishes a hard ceiling of 64 GB total capacity. Upgrading requires matching DDR4-SDRAM modules; DDR5 or other memory types cannot function in these slots.
- SO-DIMM form factor dictates that standard desktop DDR4 modules (UDIMM) are physically incompatible with this system. Replacement or expansion modules must be sourced as laptop-specific SO-DIMM variants.
- The 3200 MHz frequency rating represents the maximum stable speed the memory controller supports. Modules rated above 3200 MHz will downclock to this threshold; those rated below may operate at reduced performance, creating potential latency penalties in memory-intensive workloads.
- Populating both slots with maximum-capacity modules (32 GB each) does not guarantee Dual Channel operation if the original configuration was asymmetrical. Channel pairing depends on matching capacity and timing specifications between slots, not slot quantity alone.
- Warranty implications vary by manufacturer policy. Removing the back panel to access memory slots typically permits user-performed upgrades without voiding coverage, but this should be verified against MSI's specific terms before proceeding.