This is MSI's internal model designation (e.g., MS-7529 or MS-7181 ). Marketing Name: You may also see names like or .
: eBay, Craigslist, or local second-hand shops might have listings for this motherboard. Sellers often provide specs in the description.
The is not a specific motherboard model, but rather a regulatory compliance marking found on many MSI (Micro-Star International) motherboards produced in the early to mid-2000s.
Because this label appears on several different boards, specifications vary significantly. Below are the most common configurations associated with the N1996 marking.