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Biostar M7VIG 400 Socket A mATX MBB w/Video, Audio
Bottom line: The Biostar M7VIG 400 Socket A mATX MBB w/Video is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ VIA KM266 Pro/VT8235 chipset
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
M7VIG Pro is an all-in-one Micro ATX motherboard supports up to Athlon XP 2600+ processor with 266 MHz front side bus. M7VIG Pro is powered by the VIA KM266 chipset, with its integrated S3 Graphics, 6-channel audio, USB 2.0, LAN, 3 PCI, 1 CNR and 1 AGP slots.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Biostar M7VIG 400 Socket A mATX MBB w/Video using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Biostar's retro motherboards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- VIA KM266 Pro/VT8235 chipset
- Micro ATX Form Factor (also called mATX or uATX) w/20-pin ATX power connector
- Socket A
- 200/266/333 MHz system interface speed
- Supports up to 2GB DDR 200/266/333/400 (aka: PC1600/PC2100/PC2700/PC3200)
Full Specifications
| Brand | Biostar |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | Athlon |
| CPU Socket | Socket A |
| Chipset Type | Intel |
| Model Number | M7VIG 400 |
| Mfr Part Number | M7VIG 400 |
| Processor Socket | Socket A |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 333 MHz |
| Compatible Processors | AMD Athlon |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR |
| S/PDIF Connector Type | Optical |
| Graphics Card Interface | AGP, PCI |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 2 GB |
| RAM Memory Maximum Size | 2 GB |
| Ram Memory Maximum Size | 2 GB |
| Main Power Connector Type | 20-Pin |
| System Bus Standard Supported | SATA 3 |
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Biostar M7VIG 400 Socket A mATX MBB w/Video, Audio is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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