Table of Contents
- Unpacking
- Safety Information
- Quick Start
- Specifications
- Block Diagram
- Rear I/O Panel
- Overview of Components
- CPU Socket
- DIMM Slots
- PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots
- PEGSW1: PCIe CeaseFire Switch
- SATA1~10: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
- SE1_65: SATAe Connectors
- M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M)
- U2_1: U.2 Connector
- SE_USB_SW1: SE USB Switch
- OC1: GAME BOOST Knob
- SLOW_1, JSLOW_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch/ Jumper
- JPWR1~4: Power Connectors
- JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors
- JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors
- USB5: USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C Connector
- JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors
- JTPM1: TPM Module Connector
- CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~3, OPTFAN1~2, PUMPFAN1: Fan Connectors
- FV1: V-Check Points Connectors
- JAUD1: Front Audio Connector
- JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector
- BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch
- JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper
- DISCH1: Discharge Button
- FLASHB1: BIOS FLASHBACK+ Button
- POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button
- SW-TACT1~2, BLKOC_SEL1: Plus, Minus Button, BCLK-Ratio Switch
- OC_RT1, OC_FS1 : OC Retry Button, OC Force Enter BIOS Button
- JLED1: RGB LED connector
- LED Status Indicators
- BIOS Setup
- Software Description
- RAID Configuration
- Troubleshooting
- Regulatory Notices
MSI X99A Xpower Gaming Titanium User Manual
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Unpacking
Unpacking
Thank you for buying the MSI® X99A XPOWER GAMING TITANIUM motherboard. Check
to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If something is
missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
SATA Cable x10
SLI Bridge 102mm Cable (short) x2
SLI Bridge 140mm Cable (long) x2
Drivers & Utilities
Disc Motherboard User
Guide
I/O Shield
Door Hanger
Quick Guide
Motherboard
SATA Cable Labels
V-Check Cable x6
RGB LED Extension Cable 40cm x1
RGB LED Extension Cable 80cm x1
Case Badge
Antenna x2
2Safety Information
Safety Information
yThe components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful
computer assembly.
yEnsure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
yHold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
yIt is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when
handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap
is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal
object before handling the motherboard.
yStore the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static
pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.
yBefore turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal
components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
yDo not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause
permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
yIf you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer
technician.
yAlways turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.
yKeep this user guide for future reference.
yKeep this motherboard away from humidity.
yMake sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on
the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
yPlace the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
yAll cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
yIf any of the following situations arises, get the motherboard checked by service
personnel:
Liquid has penetrated into the computer.
The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.
The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user
guide.
The motherboard has been dropped and damaged.
The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.
yDo not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage
the motherboard.
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Quick Start
Intel® LGA 2011-3 CPU
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
A Package of Screws
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
CPU Fan Thermal Paste
Quick Start
Preparing Tools and Components
4Quick Start
Installing a Processor
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Quick Start
Installing DDR4 memory
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
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Connecting the Front Panel Header
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
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JFP1
1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +
3 HDD LED - 4 Power LED -
5 Reset Switch 6 Power Switch
7 Reset Switch 8 Power Switch
9 Reserved 10 No Pin
RESET SW
POWER SW
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
HDD LED
HDD LED
RESET SW
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED -
HDD LED +
POWER LED -
POWER LED +
POWER LED
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Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard
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8Quick Start
Installing SATA Drives
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
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Quick Start
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Installing a Graphics Card
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
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Connecting Peripheral Devices
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Quick Start
Connecting the Power Connectors
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
JPWR1 JPWR3
JPWR4
JPWR2
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Power On
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Contents
Contents
Unpacking .............................................................................................................. 1
Safety Information ................................................................................................. 2
Quick Start ............................................................................................................. 3
Preparing Tools and Components .......................................................................... 3
Installing a Processor ............................................................................................. 4
Installing DDR4 memory ........................................................................................ 5
Connecting the Front Panel Header ....................................................................... 6
Installing the Motherboard ..................................................................................... 7
Installing SATA Drives............................................................................................. 8
Installing a Graphics Card ...................................................................................... 9
Connecting Peripheral Devices ............................................................................ 10
Connecting the Power Connectors ....................................................................... 11
Power On............................................................................................................... 12
Specifications ....................................................................................................... 16
Block Diagram .................................................................................................... 23
Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... 24
LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 24
Audio Ports Configuration .................................................................................... 24
Realtek HD Audio Manager .................................................................................. 25
Installing Antennas ............................................................................................... 27
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 28
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 30
DIMM Slots ............................................................................................................ 31
PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots .......................................................................... 33
PEGSW1: PCIe CeaseFire Switch ......................................................................... 35
SATA1~10: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ..................................................................... 36
SE1_65: SATAe Connectors .................................................................................. 36
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) ......................................................................................... 37
U2_1: U.2 Connector ............................................................................................. 38
SE_USB_SW1: SE USB Switch ............................................................................. 39
OC1: GAME BOOST Knob ..................................................................................... 42
SLOW_1, JSLOW_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch/ Jumper ................................... 43
JPWR1~4: Power Connectors ............................................................................... 44
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 45
JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors ................................................................... 45
USB5: USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C Connector ............................................................... 46
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JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors ............................................................................. 47
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ........................................................................... 47
CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~3, OPTFAN1~2, PUMPFAN1: Fan Connectors .................... 48
FV1: V-Check Points Connectors ......................................................................... 49
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 50
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ....................................................................... 50
BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch ............................................................................. 51
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 52
DISCH1: Discharge Button ................................................................................... 52
FLASHB1: BIOS FLASHBACK+ Button ................................................................. 53
POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button ................................................. 53
SW-TACT1~2, BLKOC_SEL1: Plus, Minus Button, BCLK-Ratio Switch .............. 53
OC_RT1, OC_FS1 : OC Retry Button, OC Force Enter BIOS Button ..................... 54
JLED1: RGB LED connector ................................................................................. 54
LED Status Indicators .......................................................................................... 55
LED Status Table................................................................................................... 55
Debug Code LED Table ......................................................................................... 56
BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 57
Entering BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 57
Resetting BIOS ...................................................................................................... 58
Updating BIOS ....................................................................................................... 58
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 60
Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 62
SETTINGS .............................................................................................................. 63
Advanced ............................................................................................................... 63
Boot ....................................................................................................................... 69
Security ................................................................................................................. 69
Save & Exit ............................................................................................................ 70
OC .......................................................................................................................... 71
M-FLASH .............................................................................................................. 81
OC PROFILE .......................................................................................................... 82
HARDWARE MONITOR .......................................................................................... 83
Software Description ........................................................................................... 84
Installing Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10.............................................................................. 84
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 84
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 84
COMMAND CENTER ............................................................................................. 85
LIVE UPDATE 6 ...................................................................................................... 89
GAMING APP ......................................................................................................... 91
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Contents
M-CLOUD .............................................................................................................. 95
RAMDISK............................................................................................................... 98
USB SPEED UP ..................................................................................................... 99
GAMING LAN MANAGER .................................................................................... 100
Nahimic 2 ............................................................................................................ 102
XSplit Gamecaster V2 ......................................................................................... 106
Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility .............................................................................. 110
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Application / Driver ............................ 111
DRAGON EYE ...................................................................................................... 113
RAID Configuration ............................................................................................ 114
Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM ......................................... 114
Degraded RAID Array ......................................................................................... 117
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 119
Regulatory Notices ............................................................................................ 120
16 Specifications
Specifications
CPU
ySupports New Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition
for LGA2011-3 Socket
ySupports Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0*
* This function will be supported depend on the CPU.
Chipset Intel® X99 Chipset
Memory
y8x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB*
Supports DDR4 3466(OC) /3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3200(OC)/
3000(OC)/ 2933(OC)/ 2800(OC) / 2666(OC)/ 2600(OC)/
2400/ 2200(OC)/ 2133 MHz
yQuad channel memory architecture
ySupports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
ySupports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
ySupports RDIMM 1Rx8 memory module (Operates in non-
ECC mode)
* For the latest information about memory, please visit http://www.msi.com
Expansion Slots
y5x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (PCI_E1~PCI_E4 & PCI_E6*), support
up to 4-way mode.
1-way mode: x16/x0/x0/x0/x0
2-way mode: x16/x0/x0/x16/x0**, x16/x0/x0/x8/x0***
3-way mode: x16/x0/x0/x16/x8** x8/x8/x0/x8/x0***
4-way mode: x8/x8/x0/x16/x8**, x8/x8/x0/x8/x4***
y1x PCIe 2.0 x1 slot (PCI_E5)
* PCI_E6 slot, U.2 port and M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 share the same bandwidth. Please
refer to page 33 for PCIe bandwidth tables.
** For the CPU that supports 40 PCIe lanes
*** For the CPU that supports 28 PCIe lanes
Multi-GPU ySupports 4-Way AMD® CrossFire™ Technology
ySupports 4-Way NVIDIA® SLI™ Technology
Storage
Intel® X99 Chipset
y10x SATA 6Gb/s ports (2 ports from SATAe port)
y1x M.2 slot (Key M)
Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110 storage devices
y1x U.2 port*
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage
y1x SATAe port (compatible with 2 SATA ports)**
Supports up to PCIe 2.0x2
ySupports Intel® Smart Response Technology***
* The U.2 port will be unavailable when installing the PCIe device in PCI_E6
slot.
** SATAe port is backward compatible with SATA.
*** This function will be supported depend on the CPU.
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Specifications
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RAID
Intel® X99 Chipset
ySATA1~6 ports support RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10
ySATA7~10 ports only support IDE mode and AHCI mode.
USB
yASMedia® ASM1142 Chipset
2x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) ports (1
Type-A port and 1 Type-C port on the board)
2x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports available
through the internal JUSB4 connector.
yVIA® VL805 Chipset
4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports on the back
panel
yIntel® X99 Chipset
5x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (2 Type-A
ports on the back panel, 1 internal Type-C port on the
board, 2 ports available through the internal JUSB3
connector)
7x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (3 ports on the
back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB
connectors)
Audio
yRealtek® ALC1150 Codec
y7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
ySupports S/PDIF output
LAN 1x Intel I218-V Gigabit LAN controller
WLAN & Bluetooth®
yWi-Fi/ Bluetooth® expansion module with Intel® Dual Band
Wireless-AC 8260 chip
Supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band (2.4GHz,
5GHz) up to 867 Mbps speed.
Supports Dual Mode Bluetooth® 2.1, 2.1+EDR, 3.0, 4.0,
BLE, 4.2
Back Panel
Connectors
y1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
y3x USB 2.0 ports
1x BIOS FLASHBACK+ port
y1x Clear CMOS button
y1x USB 3.1 Gen2 port
y1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port
y6x USB 3.1 Gen1 ports
y1x LAN (RJ45) port
y1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
y5x OFC audio jacks
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Internal Connectors
y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
y1x flat 4-pin ATX 12V power connector*
y10x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0
ports)
y2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB
3.1 Gen1 ports)
y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C port
y1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y1x 4-pin Water Pump connector
y2x 4-pin OPT fan connectors
y3x 4-pin system fan connectors
y1x Front panel audio connector
y1x RGB LED connector
y1x TPM module connector
y1x OC retry button
y1x OC force enter BIOS button
y2x Front panel connectors
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
* Provides additional power to PCIe x16 slots
Buttons
y1x GAME BOOST button
y1x Power button
y1x Reset button
y1x BCLK+/ Ratio+ button
y1x BCLK-/ Ratio- button
y1x BIOS FLASHBACK+ button
Switches
y1x Multi-BIOS switch
y1x PCIe CeaseFire switch
y1x Slow mode booting switch
y1x BCLK-Ratio switch
y1x SE_USB switch*
* Please refer to page 39 for SE USB switch with examples of various
combination possibilities.
Jumpers y1x Slow mode booting jumper
y1x Clear CMOS jumper
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Specifications
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Debug LED y1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6792D Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor
yCPU/System temperature detection
yCPU/System fan speed detection
yCPU/System fan speed control
Form Factor yEATX Form Factor
y12.0 in. x 10.7 in. (30.5 cm x 27.2 cm)
BIOS Features
y2x 128 Mb flash
yUEFI AMI BIOS
yACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.8
yMulti-language
Software
yDrivers
yCOMMAND CENTER
yLIVE UPDATE 6
yFAST BOOT
ySUPER CHARGER
yGAMING APP
ySMART UTILITIES
yM-CLOUD
yRAMDISK
yUSB SPEED UP
yGAMING LAN MANAGER
yNahimic 2
yXSplit Gamecaster V2
yIntel® Extreme Tuning Utility
yNorton™ Internet Security Solution
yGoogle Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
ySteelSeries Engine 3
yCPU-Z
yDRAGON EYE
yIntel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
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Enthusiast GAMING
Features
yAUDIO BOOST 3
Isolated Audio PCB
EMI Shielding
Dual Headphone Amplifiers
High Quality Audio Capacitors
Golden Audio Connectors
yGAME BOOST
Easy Overclocking
7 Gear Clock Change
yGAMING LAN
Intel® Gigabit Ethernet
GAMING Network Manager power by cFos
Electric Wave Surge
yGAMING APP
System Mode Switching: OC/Gaming/Silent
Gaming Hotkey
Gaming Mouse Control
Gaming LED Control
yOptimized Thermal Design
Heat-pipe Direct Touch Technology
Enhanced Choke Thermal Design
yNahimic 2
Sound Tracker
HD Audio Recorder 2
Expert Mode
Sound Effect Equalizer
Microphone Noise Reduction
yXSplit
XSplit GAMECASTER V2
XSplit BROADCASTER V2
yGAMING CERTIFIED
yWTFast GPN*
2-Month Premium License
Multi-Server Network Optimization
Advanced Lag Spike & Disconnect Reduction
* This offer is valid for a limited period only, for more information please visit
www.msi.com
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Specifications
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MSI Exclusive
Features
yCLICK BIOS 5
EZ Mode & Advanced Mode Switching
Board Explorer
Hardware Monitor
yBIOS FLASHBACK+
yMILITARY CLASS 5
Military Class Component
Military Class Stability and Reliability
ESD Protection
EMI Protection
Humidity Protection
Circuit Protection
High Temperature Protection
VGA Armor Slot
yCOMMAND CENTER
System Monitor
Smart Fan Control
yRAMDISK
yLIVE UPDATE 6
yM-CLOUD
yUSB Redrivers
yCPU-Z
ySteel Series Engine 3
ySUPER CHARGER
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Specification
Highlights
yDDR4 BOOST Support
Quad-Channel DDR4 Memory Support
Isolated DDR4 Circuit Design
DDR4 XMP Ready
Steel Armor Ready
yPCI Express 3.0 Support
4-Way Nvidia SLI™ Support
4-Way AMD CrossFire™ Support
yUSB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A/ Type-C Ready
yUSB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C Ready
yTurbo M.2 Ready
PCIe 3.0 x4 (32 Gb/s) Support
PCIe/ SATA Dual Mode Support
Steel Armor Ready
ySATA Express Support
yU.2 Ready
yNVMe / AHCI Driver Support
y2-Digit Debug Code LED
yEZ Debug LED 2
yRGB LED pin header
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Block Diagram
Block Diagram
LPC Bus
USB 3.1 Gen2
4 Channel DDR4 Memory
USB 3.1 Gen1
SATA Express
M.2
USB 2.0
PCI Express Bus
PCI Express Bus
PCI Express Bus
P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard Audio Jacks
DMI 3.0
X99 PCH
NV6792D
Super I/O
Realtek
ALC1150
x1
x1
x2
PCI Express Bus
Switch
x1
PCIe x1 slot
Intel I218V
SATA 6Gb/s
ASMEDIA
ASM1142
USB 3.1 Gen1
VIA
VL805
USB 3.1 Gen1
Processor
U.2
Wi-Fi /
Bluetooth
x1
PCI Express Bus
ASMEDIA
ASM1142
Switch
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Rear I/O Panel
PS/2 LAN
USB 2.0
Audio Ports
Clear CMOS
Optical S/PDIF-Out
USB 2.0/
BIOS FLASHBACK+
USB 3.1 Gen1 USB 3.1 Gen2
Type-C
USB 3.1
Gen2
Link/ Activity LED
Status Description
Off No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data activity
Speed LED
Status Description
Off 10 Mbps connection
Green 100 Mbps connection
Orange 1 Gbps connection
LAN Port LED Status Table
Audio Ports Configuration
Audio Ports Channel
2468
Center/ Subwoofer Out ● ●
Rear Speaker Out ●●●
Line-In/ Side Speaker Out ●
Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out ●●●●
Mic In
(●: connected, Blank: empty)
yClear CMOS button - Power off your computer. Press and hold the Clear CMOS
button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to default values.
yBIOS FLASHBACK+ port - Please refer to page 59 for Updating BIOS with BIOS
FLASHBACK+.
RP.SMA
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Rear I/O Panel
Realtek HD Audio Manager
After installing the Realtek HD Audio driver, the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon will
appear in the system tray. Double click on the icon to launch.
Jack Status
Device
Selection
Connector
Strings
Profiles
Main Volume
Application
Enhancement
Advanced
Settings
yDevice Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related
options. The check sign indicates the devices as default.
yApplication Enhancement - the array of options will provide you a complete
guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.
yMain Volume - controls the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers
that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.
yProfiles - toggles between profiles.
yAdvanced Settings - provides the mechanism to deal with 2 independent audio
streams.
yJack Status - depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your
computer.
yConnector Settings - configures the connection settings.
Auto popup dialog
When you plug into a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you
which device is current connected.
Each jack corresponds to its default setting as shown on the next page.
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AUDIO INPUT
Rear Front
Side Center/
Subwoofer
Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram
Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram
Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram
AUDIO INPUT
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Rear I/O Panel
Installing Antennas
1. Screw the antennas tight to the RP-SMA connectors as shown.
2. Place the antennas as high as possible.
28 Overview of Components
Overview of Components
CPUFAN1CPU Socket
JPWR2
JPWR3
DIMM8DIMM1
DIMM7DIMM2
DIMM6DIMM3
DIMM5DIMM4
OC1
RESET1
PUMPFAN1
OPTFAN2
JPWR1
JPWR4
OPTFAN1
DISCH1
USB5
JUSB4
JUSB3
POWER1
BLKOC_SEL1
SLOW_1
JUSB1
JUSB2
JFP2
JFP1
OC_FS1
OC_RT1
SYSFAN3
SYSFAN2
JTPM1
JLED1 JSLOW_1
JAUD1
PCI_E6
PCI_E5
M2_1
JCI1
JBAT1
PCI_E4
PCI_E3
PCI_E2
PCI_E1
FLASHB1
SYSFAN1
PEGSW1
FV1
SW-TACT1
SW-TACT2
SATA1_2
SATA3_4
SATA7_8
SATA10
SATA9
SE_USB_SW1
MULTI_BIOS_SWITCH
SE1_65
U2_1
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Overview of Components
Component Contents
Port Name Port Type Page
BIOS_SW1 Multi-BIOS Switch 51
CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~3,
OPTFAN1~2, PUMPFAN1 Fan Connectors 48
CPU Socket LGA2011-3 30
DIMM1~8 DIMM Slots 31
DISCH1 Discharge Button 52
FLASHB1 BIOS FLASHBACK+ Button 53
FV1 V-Check Points Connectors 49
JAUD1 Front Audio Connector 50
JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper 52
JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 50
JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors 45
JLED1 RGB LED connector 54
JPWR1~4 Power Connectors 44
JTPM1 TPM Module Connector 47
JUSB1~2 USB 2.0 Connectors 47
JUSB3~4 USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors 45
M2_1 M.2 Slot (Key M) 37
OC1 GAME BOOST Knob 42
OC_RT1,
OC_FS1
OC Retry Button,
OC Force Enter BIOS Button 54
PCI_E1~6 PCIe Expansion Slots 33
PEGSW1 PCIe CeaseFire Switch 35
POWER1, RESET1 Power Button, Reset Button 53
SATA1~10 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors 36
SE1_65 SATAe Connectors 36
SE_USB_SW1 SE USB Switch 39
SLOW_1, JSLOW_1 Slow Mode Booting Switch/ Jumper 43
SW-TACT1~2,
BLKOC_SEL1 Plus, Minus Button, BCLK-Ratio Switch 53
U2_1 U.2 Connector 38
USB5 USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C Connector 46
30 Overview of Components
CPU Socket
Introduction to the LGA 2011-3 CPU
The surface of the LGA2011-3 CPU has
four alignment keys and a yellow triangle
to assist in correctly lining up the CPU
for motherboard placement. The yellow
triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.
Important
y
Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing
the CPU.
y
Please retain the CPU protective cap after installing the processor. MSI will deal
with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard
comes with the protective cap on the CPU socket.
y
When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink
is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability.
y
Confirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting
your system.
y
Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure
the cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Be sure to
apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the
heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
y
Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering
the socket with the plastic cap.
y
If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the
documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.
y
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to
overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate
overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not
recommended. MSI
®
does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by
inadequate operation beyond product specifications.
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Overview of Components
DIMM Slots
DIMM1 DIMM3
Channel A Channel B
DIMM2 DIMM4
Memory module installation recommendation
DIMM1
DIMM3
DIMM1
DIMM3 DIMM5
DIMM1 DIMM7
DIMM8 DIMM6
Channel D Channel C
DIMM7 DIMM5
DIMM5
DIMM7
DIMM3
DIMM1
DIMM2 DIMM6
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DIMM5
DIMM7
DIMM3
DIMM1
DIMM2 DIMM6
DIMM4
DIMM8
Important
y
Always insert a memory module in the DIMM1 slot first.
y
To ensure system stability for Dual/ Triple/ Quad channel mode, memory modules
must be of the same type, number and density. And for every channel, the odd
number DIMM slot must to be installed first.
y
Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less
than the amount of installed.
y
Based on Intel CPU specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is
suggested to protect the CPU.
y
Please note that the maximum capacity of addressable memory is 4GB or less
for 32-bit Windows OS due to the memory address limitation. Therefore, we
recommended that you to install 64-bit Windows OS if you want to install more than
4GB memory on the motherboard.
y
Some memory may operate at a lower frequency than the marked value when
overclocking due to the memory frequency operates dependent on its Serial
Presence Detect (SPD). Go to BIOS and find the Memory Try It! to set the memory
frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher
frequency.
y
It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs
installation or overclocking.
y
The stability and compatibility of installed memory modules depend on installed
CPU and devices when overclocking.
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Overview of Components
PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots
PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16
PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x8
PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x8
PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x16
PCI_E5: PCIe 2.0 x1
PCI_E6: PCIe 3.0 x4/ x8
Important
y
For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using
the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.
y
When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and
unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion
card’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software
changes
PCIe bandwidth tables
for 40 lanes CPUs
Graphics Card Single 2-Way* 2-Way 3-Way* 3-Way 3-Way 4-Way
PCI_E1 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8
PCI_E2 ─────@ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8
PCI_E3 ─ ─ @ 3.0 x8 ─@ 3.0 x8 ─ ─
PCI_E4 ─@ 3.0 x16 ─@ 3.0 x16 ─@ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16
PCI_E5 2.0 x1 2.0 x1 2.0 x1 2.0 x1 2.0 x1 2.0 x1 2.0 x1
PCI_E6 ───@ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 ─@ 3.0 x8
U2_1 3.0 x4 ─3.0 x4 ─3.0 x4 ─ ─ ─ 3.0 x4 ─ ─
M2_1(PCIe) 2.0 x2 3.0 x4 2.0 x2 3.0 x4 2.0 x2 3.0 x4 2.0 x2 2.0 x2 2.0 x2 3.0 x4 2.0 x2
(@: graphics card slot, ─: empty slot, *: best combination)
for 28 lanes CPUs
Graphics Card Single 2-Way* 2-Way 3-Way 4-Way
PCI_E1 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8
PCI_E2 ───@ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8
PCI_E3 ─ ─ @ 3.0 x8 ─ ─
PCI_E4 ─@ 3.0 x8 ─@ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8
PCI_E5 2.0 x1 2.0 x1 2.0 x1 2.0 x1 2.0 x1
PCI_E6 ────@ 3.0 x4
U2_1 3.0 x4 ─3.0 x4 ─3.0 x4 ─3.0 x4 ─ ─
M2_1(PCIe) 2.0 x2 3.0 x4 2.0 x2 3.0 x4 2.0 x2 3.0 x4 2.0 x2 3.0 x4 2.0 x2
(@: graphics card slot, ─: empty slot, *: best combination)
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PCI_E1 PCI_E1
PCI_E1
PCI_E1 PCI_E2
PCI_E4
PCI_E4
PCI_E4
PCI_E6
PCI_E6
Multiple graphics cards installation recommendation
For 40 lanes CPUs For 28 lanes CPUs
PCI_E1 PCI_E2 PCI_E4
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Overview of Components
Installing SLI graphics cards
For power supply recommendations for SLI configurations, please refer to the user
guide of your graphics card to make sure you meet all the system requirements.
To install SLI graphics cards:
1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cord, install two graphics cards
into the PCI_E1 and PCI_E4 slots.
2. Connect the two cards together using the SLI Bridge Connector.
3. Connect all PCIe power connectors of the graphics cards.
4. Reconnect the power cord, power up the computer and install the drivers and
software included in your graphics card package.
5. Right-click the Windows desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel from the menu,
click on Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX in the left task pane and select Maximize
3D performance in the SLI configuration menu, and then click Apply.
PEGSW1: PCIe CeaseFire Switch
The PCIe CeaseFire switch allows you to enable/ disable the PCIe slots conveniently
and directly.
Enable the
PCIe slot
Disable the
PCIe slot
ON
1 2 3 4
PCI_E6 slot
PCI_E4 slot
PCI_E2 & PCI_E3 slot
PCI_E1 slot
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SATA1~10: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.
SATA2
SATA3
SATA7
SATA4
SATA8
SATA1
SATA5
SATA6
SATA9
SATA10
SE1_65: SATAe Connectors
These connectors are SATAe (SATA Express) interface ports. Each SATAe connector
can be used with a single SATAe device or two legacy SATA devices.
SATA5
SATA6 SATAe
Important
y
Please do not fold the SATA or SATAe cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may
result during transmission otherwise.
y
SATA or SATAe cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it
is recommended that the flat connector be connected to the motherboard for space
saving purposes.
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Overview of Components
Important
y
Intel
®
RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM,
does not support Legacy ROM.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2
module.
http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M)
Installing M.2 module
1
2
330°
3. Tighten the base screw
into the hole of the
distance to the M.2 slot
as the length your M.2
module.
4. Insert your M.2 module
into the M.2 slot at a
30-degree angle.
5. Put the screw in the
notch on the trailing edge
of your M.2 module and
tighten it into the base
screw.
1. Remove the screw from
the base screw.
2. Remove the base screw.
4
5
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Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install
U.2 SSD.
http://youtu.be/KgFvKDxymvw
U2_1: U.2 Connector
This connector is a U.2 interface port. Each connector can connect to one PCIe 3.0 x4
NVMe storage device.
Installing U.2 SSD
1. Connect the U.2 cable to the U.2 connector on the
motherboard.
2. Connect the U.2 cable to the U.2 SSD.
3. Connect the U.2 cable to power adapter cable.
1
2
3
U.2 SSD
U.2 Connector
U.2 Cable
Connect to power
adapter cable
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Overview of Components
SE USB switch with examples of various combination possibilities
M.2 PCIe M.2 PCIe
SATA4
SATA4
SATA3
SATA3
SATA2
SATA2
SATA1
SATA1
SATA10
SATA10
SATA6 SATAe
SATA8
SATA7
SATA8
SATA7
SATA9
SATA9
SATA5
1xM.2 PCIe SSD + 10xSATA HDDs 1xM.2 PCIe SSD + 8xSATA HDDs +
1xSATAe HDD
Switch to SE1_65 Switch to SE1_65
SE_USB_SW1: SE USB Switch
This switch allows you to switch between JUSB4 connector and SE1_65 connector.
Please refer to the below table for more information.
JUSB4
SE1_65
SE_USB_SW1 Switch to JUSB4
PCI_E6 ✓ ─ ─
U2_1 ─3.0x4 ─
JUSB4 2.0x2 2.0x2 2.0x2
M2_1(PCIe) ─ ─ 3.0x4
M2_1(SATA) ───
SE_56(SATAe) ───
SE_56(SATA5/6) ───
SE_USB_SW1 Switch to SE1_65
PCI_E6 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─
U2_1 ────3.0x4 3.0x4 3.0x4 3.0x4 ─ ─
JUSB4 ──────────
M2_1(PCIe) 2.0x2 ───2.0x2 ───3.0x4 3.0x4
M2_1(SATA) ─6Gb/s ───6Gb/s ────
SE_56(SATAe) ─ ─ 2.0x2 ───2.0x2 ─2.0x2 ─
SE_56(SATA5/6) ───6Gb/s───6Gb/s ─6Gb/s
Important
You can also use the BIOS > SETTINGS >
Advanced > SATA USB3.1 Gen1 Switch
item to switch between JUSB4 connector
and SE1_65 connector.
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SATA4SATA4
SATA4 SATA4
SATA3SATA3
SATA3 SATA3
SATA2SATA2
SATA2 SATA2
SATA1SATA1
SATA1 SATA1
SATA10SATA10
SATA10 SATA10
SATA6
SATA8
SATA7
SATA8
SATA7
SATA8
SATA7
SATA8
SATA7
SATA9SATA9
SATA9 SATA9
SATA5
1xU.2 SSD + 10xSATA HDDs
1xU.2 SSD + 1xM.2 SATA SSD +
8xSATA HDDs
1xU.2 SSD + 1xM.2 PCIe SSD +
8xSATA HDDs
1xU.2 SSD + 8xSATA HDDs +
1xSATAe HDD
U.2U.2
U.2 U.2
SATAe
M.2 SATA M.2 PCIe
Switch to SE1_65
Switch to SE1_65
Switch to SE1_65
Switch to SE1_65
SATA4
SATA4
SATA3
SATA3
SATA2
SATA2
SATA1
SATA1
SATA10
SATA10
SATA6
SATA8
SATA7
SATA8
SATA7
SATA9
SATA9
SATA5
1xPCI_E6 Device + 10xSATA HDDs 1xPCI_E6 Device + 8xSATA HDDs +
1xSATAe HDD
SATAe
PCI_E6 PCI_E6
Switch to SE1_65 Switch to SE1_65
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Overview of Components
M.2 PCIe
SATA4 SATA4
SATA4
SATA4
SATA4
SATA3 SATA3
SATA3
SATA3
SATA3
SATA2 SATA2
SATA2
SATA2
SATA2
SATA1 SATA1
SATA1
JUSB4 JUSB4
JUSB4
SATA1
SATA1
SATA10 SATA10
SATA10
SATA10
SATA10
SATA8
SATA7
SATA8
SATA7
SATA8
SATA7
SATA8
SATA7
SATA8
SATA7
SATA9 SATA9
SATA9
SATA9
SATA9
U.2
JUSB4 USB Devices + 1xPCI_E6 Device JUSB4 USB Devices + 1xM.2 PCIe SSD
JUSB4 USB Devices +1xU.2 SSD
1xPCI_E6 Device + 1xM.2 SATA SSD +
8xSATA HDDs
1xPCI_E6 Device + 1xM.2 PCIe SSD +
8xSATA HDDs
M.2 SATA
PCI_E6
PCI_E6
PCI_E6
M.2 PCIe
Switch to SE1_65 Switch to SE1_65
Switch to JUSB4
Switch to JUSB4 Switch to JUSB4
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OC1: GAME BOOST Knob
This knob allows you to manually select a stage from number 0 (default) to number 11
(extreme) for overclocking the Intel X-SKU processors. The processor’s voltage and
frequency will be automatically adjusted after you power on your computer.
GAME BOOST knob
0
1
2
4
6
8
1
0
1
1
Using GAME BOOST Knob
To setup the GAME BOOST knob, take the following steps:
1. Set the GAME BOOST knob to hardware mode in BIOS Setup.
Note: To make sure the GAME BOOST is controlled by hardware, please refer to the
GAME BOOST LED indicators next to the GAME BOOST knob on the motherboard.
The red LED indicates the GAME BOOST is controlled by hardware and the white
by software. You can switch between hardware and software in BIOS Setup.
2. Power off the computer.
3. Rotate the GAME BOOST knob to select the overclocking stage as you desire.
Stage CPU Frequency
Intel i7-5960X Intel i7-5930X Intel i7-5820X
0 GAME BOOST disabled GAME BOOST disabled GAME BOOST disabled
1 3.7 GHz 3.9 GHz 3.8 GHz
2 3.8 GHz 4.0 GHz 3.9 GHz
4 4.0 GHz 4.2 GHz 4.1 GHz
6 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz 4.3 GHz
8 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz 4.5 GHz
10 4.6 GHz 4.8 GHz 4.7 GHz
11 4.8 GHz 5.0 GHz 4.9 GHz
Note: this table is for Haswell processors only. If you want to learn about the CPU
frequency of each stage in GAME BOOST mode for Broadwell processors, please
visit www.msi.com
4. Power on and then GAME BOOST will automatically overclock processor depending
on the stage you selected.
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Overview of Components
To disable GAME BOOST:
1. Set the GAME BOOST knob to HW mode in BIOS Setup.
2. Power off the computer.
3. Rotate the GAME BOOST knob to 0 and then power on. The configuration
parameters will be returned to its default values.
Important
y
You can also control the GAME BOOST function in BIOS Setup or with MSI
COMMAND CENTER software.
y
In order to optimize performance and improve system stability, when you activate
the GAME BOOST function, please leave the settings in the BIOS > OC menu
unchanged.
y
The success of overclocking depends on the components of your computer.
y
We do not guarantee the GAME BOOST overclocking range or the damages/risks
caused by overclocking behavior.
y
MSI components are recommended for better compatibility when using GAME
BOOST function.
Enabled
(Please enable this function during BIOS POST.)
Normal
(Default)
SLOW_1, JSLOW_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch/ Jumper
These switch and jumper are used for LN2 cooling solution, that provides the extreme
overclocking conditions, to boot at a stable processor frequency and to prevent the
system from crashing. You can use either switch or jumper to enable the Slow Mode.
Enabled
(Please enable this function during BIOS
POST.)
Normal
(Default)
White LED indicates that the Slow Mode is
enabled
Important
y
Users will try extreme low temperature overclocking at their own risks. The
overclocking results will vary according to the CPU version.
y
Please don’t switch to Enabled when power-off or the system will be un-bootable.
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24
131
12
JPWR1
1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V
2 +3.3V 14 -12V
3 Ground 15 Ground
4 +5V 16 PS-ON#
5 Ground 17 Ground
6 +5V 18 Ground
7 Ground 19 Ground
8 PWR OK 20 Res
9 5VSB 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V 23 +5V
12 +3.3V 24 Ground
JPWR4
1
1 +12V 3 Ground
2 Ground 4 +5V
5
4 1
8JPWR2
1 Ground 5 +12V
2 Ground 6 +12V
3 Ground 7 +12V
4 Ground 8 +12V
3
2 1
4JPWR3
1 Ground 3 +12V
2 Ground 4 +12V
Important
Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power
supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.
JPWR1~4: Power Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.
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Overview of Components
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors
These connectors connect to the switches and LEDs on the front panel.
1
2 10
9
JFP1
1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +
3 HDD LED - 4 Power LED -
5 Reset Switch 6 Power Switch
7 Reset Switch 8 Power Switch
9 Reserved 10 No Pin
1
JFP2
1 Speaker - 2 Buzzer +
3 Buzzer - 4 Speaker +
JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on the front panel.
1
10 11
20
1Power 11 USB2.0+
2 USB3_RX_DN 12 USB2.0-
3 USB3_RX_DP 13 Ground
4 Ground 14 USB3_TX_C_DP
5 USB3_TX_C_DN 15 USB3_TX_C_DN
6 USB3_TX_C_DP 16 Ground
7 Ground 17 USB3_RX_DP
8 USB2.0- 18 USB3_RX_DN
9 USB2.0+ 19 Power
10 Ground 20 No Pin
Important
Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.
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Charger Port
The JUSB4 connector is a charger port which can increase USB power
output for fast charging your smartphone or USB-powered devices.
The Charger Port is hardware controlled by motherboard chip, it can
still charge your device in suspend, hibernate state or even shutdown
states. However, when you boot the computer into Windows®, you will
need to install the MSI® SUPER CHARGER application to turn ON/OFF
the Charging mode.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to charge the smartphone with Super-
Charger.
http://youtu.be/FCyvjr5NbOw
Important
When the Charging mode is enabled, the Charger Port data syncing will be disabled.
USB5: USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C Connector
This connector is a USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C connector. Each connector can connect to
one USB 3.1 Gen1 device.
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Overview of Components
1
2 14
13
1 LPC Clock 2 3V Standby power
3 LPC Reset 4 3.3V Power
5 LPC address & data pin0 6 Serial IRQ
7 LPC address & data pin1 8 5V Power
9 LPC address & data pin2 10 No Pin
11 LPC address & data pin3 12 Ground
13 LPC Frame 14 Ground
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector
This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security
platform manual for more details and usages.
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.
1
2 10
9
1VCC 2VCC
3 USB0- 4 USB1-
5 USB0+ 6 USB1+
7 Ground 8 Ground
9 No Pin 10 NC
Important
y
Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.
y
In order to recharge your iPad,iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install
MSI
®
SUPER CHARGER utility.
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CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~3, OPTFAN1~2, PUMPFAN1: Fan Connectors
Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode and Voltage
Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed
with speed control signal. Voltage Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing
voltage. Therefore, when you plug a 3-pin (Non-PWM) fan to a PWM Mode fan
connector, the fan speed will be always maintained at 100%, and that could be noisy.
1
CPUFAN1
1 Ground 2 +12V
3 Sense 4 Speed Control Signal
1
SYSFAN1/ PUMPFAN1/
OPTFAN1/ OPTFAN2
1
SYSFAN2/ SYSFAN3
1 Ground 2 Voltage Control
3 Sense 4 NC
PWM Mode fan connector
Voltage Mode fan connector
Controlling the fan speed
There are two ways to manage fan speed. One is to go to BIOS > HARDWARE
MONITOR. The other is to use COMMAND CENTER application.
BIOS > HARDWARE MONITOR COMMAND CENTER
Both methods offer gradient points of the fan speed that allow you to adjust fan speed
in relation to CPU temperature.
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Overview of Components
FV1: V-Check Points Connectors
These voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A
multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages.
SA
GND
1
9
RING
DDR23
DDR01
VCCIN
CORE
GND
GND
To measure voltage, please use the optional voltage checkpoint cables included in the
motherboard package and follow the below steps:
1. Insert the cube end of the V-Check cables into the GND pin and the voltage pin you
want to measure.
2. Connect circular end of the V-Check cables to the test leads.
3. Measure voltage with your multimeter.
1
1
2
2
3
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JAUD1: Front Audio Connector
This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.
1
2 10
9
1 MIC L 2 Ground
3 MIC R 4 NC
5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection
7 SENSE_SEND 8 No Pin
9 Head Phone L 10 Head Phone Detection
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector
This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable.
Normal
(default)
Trigger the chassis
intrusion event
Using chassis intrusion detector
1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis.
2. Close the chassis cover.
3. Go to BIOS > Settings > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.
4. Set Chassis Intrusion to Enabled.
5. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.
6. Once the chassis cover is opened again, a warning message will be displayed on
screen when the computer is turned on.
Resetting the chassis intrusion warning
1. Go to BIOS > Settings > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.
2. Set Chassis Intrusion to Reset.
3. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.
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Overview of Components
BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch
This motherboard has two built-in BIOS ROMs (Labeled A and B, default BIOS ROM is
A). If one is crashed, you can shift to the other for booting by sliding the switch.
BIOS A
(Default)
BIOS B
BIOS B LED BIOS A LED
Recovering BIOS
When BIOS updating fails or causes the computer non-bootable, you can recover the
failed BIOS by the steps below. Before recovering, please download the latest BIOS file
that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save the BIOS file
to the root of the USB flash drive.
1. Power off the computer.
2. Switch to the normal BIOS ROM with Multi-BIOS Switch.
3. Insert the USB flash drive into the computer.
4. Power on the computer and press Del key to enter BIOS setup during POST.
5. Go to BIOS > M-FLASH and click on Yes to reboot the system and enter the flash
mode.
6. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS recovering process.
7. Switch to the failed BIOS ROM with Multi-BIOS Switch, and click on Yes to start
recovering BIOS.
8. After the recovering process is completed, the system will reboot automatically.
Important
y
Do not use the Multi-BIOS switch when system is booting up.
y
You can also use the Live Update utility to flash BIOS. Please refer to BIOS section
for details.
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JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper
There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on
the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system
configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS memory.
Keep Data
(default)
Clear CMOS/
Reset BIOS
Resetting BIOS to default values
1. Power off the computer and unplug the power cord
2. Use a jumper cap to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds.
3. Remove the jumper cap from JBAT1.
4. Plug the power cord and power on the computer.
DISCH1: Discharge Button
This button allows you to discharge the motherboard by using the button instead of
removing the battery. You can discharge the motherboard by pressing this button while
the system is off.
Discharge Button
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Overview of Components
FLASHB1: BIOS FLASHBACK+ Button
This button is used to activate the BIOS FLASHBACK+ function. Please refer to page
59 for Updating BIOS with BIOS FLASHBACK+.
POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button
The Power / Reset button allows you to power on / reset the computer.
Power button
Reset
Reset button
SW-TACT1~2, BLKOC_SEL1: Plus, Minus Button, BCLK-Ratio
Switch
Use the BCLK-Ratio switch to select BCLK or Ratio for Plus/ Minus Button, and you
can use these buttons to increase or decrease the CPU BCLK or Ratio.
SW-TACT1
(BCLK+/ Ratio+)
SW-TACT2
(BCLK-/ Ratio-)
Ratio
BCLK
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OC_RT1, OC_FS1 : OC Retry Button, OC Force Enter BIOS Button
OC_RT1: When you press and hold this button, the system will keep retrying OC items
until it boot up successfully.
OC_FS1: When you press this button, the system will be forced into BIOS without
showing the OC_FAIL message.
OC_RT1
OC_FS1
JLED1: RGB LED connector
This connector allows you to connect the RGB LED strip.
Important
y
This connector supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B) within 2
meters.
y
Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing the RGB LED strip.
y
Please use the LED Effect of GAMING APP to adjust, calibrate and control the LED
light, refer to the Software section for details.
1
1 +12V 2 G
3 R 4 B
1
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LED Status Indicators
LED Status Indicators
HDD LED
XMP LED
BIOS A LED
BIOS B LED
GAME BOOST HW LED
GAME BOOST SW LED
BIOS FLASHBACK+ LED
LED Status Table
LED LED Status Description
EZ Debug LED 2
CPU White CPU is not detected or fail
DRAM White Memory is not detected or fail
VGA White GPU is not detect or fail
BOOT White Booting device is not detected or fail
GAME BOOST HW Red GAME BOOST control by physical button
GAME BOOST SW White GAME BOOST control by BIOS
BIOS A Red BIOS A in operation
BIOS B White BIOS B in operation
XMP White XMP enabled
BIOS FLASHBACK+ Blinking BIOS flash is in progress
HDD Blinking HDD activity
EZ Debug LED 2:
CPU
DRAM
VGA
BOOT
Debug Code LED
56 LED Status Indicators
Debug Code LED Table
Post Status
02,07 Power on CPU Initialization
03,08 Power on North Bridge Initialization
04,09 Power on South Bridge Initialization
0B Power on Cache Initialization
11~14,32~36,56~5A Early CPU Initialization
15~18,37~3A Early North Bridge Initialization
19~1C,3B~3E Early South Bridge Initialization
1D~2F,31,3F~4E,50~55 Early Memory Initialization
63~67,D0 Late CPU Initialization
69~6F,D1 Late North Bridge Initialization
70~77,D2 Late South Bridge Initialization
92~96,B5,D4 PCI bus Initialization
97,98,99,B2,D5~D7
Console Output/Input devices/Console initialization
and Load Option ROM (VGA, RAID, parallel ports, serial
ports……)
9A~A7,B4 Onboard devices Initialize and Detect (USB/ SATA/
SCSI……)
A8,A9,AB Start of Setup. BIOS setup if needed/ requested.
AD/AE Ready To Boot event/Legacy Boot event
CPU temperature Fully boot
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BIOS Setup
The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal
conditions. You should always keep the default settings to avoid possible system
damage or failure booting unless you are familiar with BIOS.
Important
y
BIOS items are continuously update for better system performance. Therefore,
the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be for
reference only. You could also refer to the HELP information panel for BIOS item
description.
y
The pictures in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product
you purchased.
Entering BIOS Setup
Please refer the following methods to enter BIOS setup.
yPress Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot
Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process.
yUse MSI FAST BOOT application. Click on GO2BIOS button and choose OK. The
system will reboot and enter BIOS setup directly.
Click on GO2BIOS
yEnable the GO2BIOS item (SETTINGS > Boot > GO2BIOS) in BIOS setup Advanced
mode (F7). It allows the system to enter BIOS setup directly by pressing the power
button for 4 seconds upon bootup.
Function key
Key Function Key Function
F1 General Help F3 Enter Favorites menu
F4 Enter CPU Specifications menu F5 Enter Memory-Z menu
F6 Load optimized defaults F8 Load Overclocking Profile
F9 Save Overclocking Profile F10 Save Change and Reset*
* When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification
information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice.
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Resetting BIOS
You might need to restore the default BIOS setting to solve certain problems. There are
several ways to reset BIOS:
yGo to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults.
yShort the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard.
yPress the Clear CMOS button, on the rear I/O panel. (Only for the motherboard with
clear CMOS button.)
Updating BIOS
Updating BIOS with M-FLASH
Before updating:
Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI
website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive.
Updating BIOS:
1. Press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup during POST.
2. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.
3. Select the M-FLASH tab and click on Yes to reboot the system and enter the flash
mode.
4. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.
5. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot
automatically.
Updating the BIOS with Live Update 6
Before updating:
Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the internet connection is set
properly.
Updating BIOS:
1. Install and launch MSI LIVE UPDATE 6.
2. Select Manual scan.
3. Check MB BIOS box and click on Scan button.
4. Select the MB BIOS and click on icon to download and install the latest BIOS
file.
5. Click Next and choose In Windows mode. And then click Next and Start to start
updating BIOS.
6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart
automatically.
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Updating BIOS with BIOS FLASHBACK+
Before updating:
Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI®
website and rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM. And then, save the MSI.ROM file to the
root of USB flash drive.
Important
Only the FAT32 format USB flash drive supports updating BIOS by BIOS FLASHBACK+.
Updating BIOS:
1. Connect power supply to JPWR1 and JPWR2. (No other components are necessary
but power supply.)
2. Plug the USB flash drive that contains the MSI.ROM file into the BIOS
FLASHBACK+ port on rear I/O panel.
3. Press the BIOS FLASHBACK+ button to flash BIOS, and the BIOS FLASHBACK+
LED starts flashing.
4. After the flashing BIOS process is 100% completed, the BIOS FLASHBACK+ LED
stops flashing and be off.
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EZ Mode
At EZ mode, it provides the basic system information and allows you to configure the
basic setting. To configure the advanced BIOS settings, please enter the Advanced
Mode by pressing the Setup Mode switch or F7 function key.
Information
display
XMP switch
System
information
Boot device
priority bar
Function
buttons
Language
Favorites ScreenshotSetup Mode switch
M-Flash
Favorites
Hardware
Monitor
GAME BOOST
switch
yFunction buttons - enable or disable the LAN Option ROM, Fast Boot, HD audio
controller, IDE, AHCI, RAID, CPU Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by
clicking on their respective button.
yHardware Monitor - click on this button to display the Hardware Monitor menu that
allows you to manually control the fan speed by percentage.
yM-Flash - click on this button to display the M-Flash menu that provides the way to
update BIOS with a USB flash drive.
yInformation display - click on the CPU, Memory, Storage, Fan Info and Help
buttons on left side to display related information.
yBoot device priority bar - you can move the device icons to change the boot priority.
The boot priority from high to low is left to right.
ySystem information - shows the CPU/ DDR speed, CPU/ MB temperature, MB/ CPU
type, memory size, CPU/ DDR voltage, BIOS version and build date.
yLanguage - allows you to select the language of BIOS setup.
yScreenshot - press this tab or the F12 key to take a screenshot and save it to USB
flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).
ySetup Mode switch - press this tab or the F7 key to switch between Advanced mode
and EZ mode.
yXMP switch - click on the inner circle to enable/ disable the X.M.P. (Extreme Memory
Profile). Switch the outer circle to select the X.M.P. profile. This switch will only be
available if the X.M.P. supported memory module is installed.
yGAME BOOST switch - click on the center button to switch GAME BOOST control
between software (SW) and hardware (HW) . The inner circle represents the current
stage of hardware GAME BOOST and the outer circle stands for software. You can
read the CPU frequency of each stage in GAME Boost mode by clicking on the
question mark in the right-bottom corner.
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Important
Please don’t make any changes in OC menu and don’t load defaults to keep the
optimal performance and system stability after activating the GAME BOOST function.
yFavorites - press any Favorites tab or the F3 key to enter Favorites menu. It
allows you to create personal BIOS menu where you can save and access favorite/
frequently-used BIOS setting items.
Default HomePage - allows you to select a BIOS menu (e.g. SETTINGS, OC...,etc)
as the BIOS home page.
Favorite1~5 - allows you to add the frequently-used/ favorite BIOS setting items in
one page.
To add a BIOS item to a favorite page (Favorite 1~5)
1. Select a BIOS item in SETTINGS, OC or OC PROFILE menu.
2. Right-click or press F2 key.
3. Choose a favorite page and click on OK.
To delete a BIOS item from favorite page
1. Select a BIOS item in favorite page (Favorite 1~5)
2. Right-click or press F2 key.
3. Choose Delete and click on OK.
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Advanced Mode
Press Setup Mode switch or F7 function key can switch between EZ Mode and
Advanced Mode in BIOS setup.
GAME BOOST
switch
XMP switch
System
information
Boot device
priority bar
BIOS menu
selection
Language
Favorites ScreenshotSetup Mode switch
Menu display
BIOS menu
selection
yGAME BOOST switch / XMP switch/ Setup Mode switch/ Screenshot/ Favorites/
Language/ System information/ Boot device priority bar - please refer to the
descriptions of EZ Mode Overview section.
yBIOS menu selection - the following options are available:
SETTINGS - allows you to specify the parameters for chipset and boot devices.
OC - allows you to adjust the frequency and voltage. Increasing the frequency may
get better performance.
M-FLASH - provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive.
OC PROFILE - allows you to manage overclocking profiles.
HARDWARE MONITOR - allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages
of system.
BOARD EXPLORER - provides the information of installed devices on this
motherboard.
yMenu display - provides BIOS setting items and information to be configured.
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SETTINGS
System Status
fSystem Date
Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements.
The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>.
<day> Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only.
<month> The month from Jan. through Dec.
<date> The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys.
<year> The year can be adjusted by users.
fSystem Time
Sets the system time. Use tab key to switch between time elements.
The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.
fSATA PortX
Shows the information of connected SATA device.
Important
If the connected SATA device is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA
cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard.
fSystem Information
Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory
(read only).
fDMI Information
Shows system information, desktop Board Information and chassis Information. (Read
only).
Advanced
fPCI Subsystem Settings
Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press Enter to enter the
sub-menu.
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fPEG X - PCI_EX-Gen X [Auto]
Sets PCI Express protocol of PCIe x16 slots for matching different installed devices.
[Auto] This item will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only.
[Gen2] Enables PCIe Gen2 support only.
[Gen3] Enables PCIe Gen3 support only.
fPCI Latency Timer [32]
Sets latency timer of PCI interface device.
[Options: 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, 248 PCI Bus clocks]
fSATA USB3.1 Gen1 Switch [SATA]
Allows you to switch between JUSB4 connector and SE1_65 connector. Please refer
to page 39 for SE USB switch with examples of various combination possibilities.
fACPI Settings
Sets ACPI parameters of onboard power LED behaviors. Press Enter to enter the sub-
menu.
fPower LED [Blinking]
Sets shining behaviors of the onboard Power LED.
[Dual Color] The power LED turns to another color to indicate the S3 state.
[Blinking] The power LED blinks to indicate the S3 state.
fIntegrated Peripherals
Sets integrated peripherals' parameters, such as LAN, HDD, USB and audio. Press
Enter to enter the sub-menu.
fOnboard LAN Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller.
fLAN Option ROM [Disabled]
Enables or disables the legacy network Boot Option ROM for detailed settings. This
item will appear when Onboard LAN Controller is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables the onboard LAN Boot ROM.
[Disabled] Disables the onboard LAN Boot ROM.
fNetwork Stack [Disabled]
Sets UEFI network stack for optimizing IPv4 / IPv6 function.
[Enabled] Enables UEFI network stack.
[Disabled] Disables UEFI network stack.
fIpv4 PXE Support [Enabled]
When “Enabled”, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv4 protocol. This
item will appear when “Network Stack” is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Ipv4 PXE boot support.
[Disabled] Disables the Ipv4 PXE boot support.
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fIpv6 PXE Support [Enabled]
When Enabled, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item
will appear when Network Stack is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Ipv6 PXE boot support.
[Disabled] Disables the Ipv6 PXE boot support.
fSATA Mode [AHCI Mode] (For SATA1~6)
Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller.
[IDE] Specify the IDE mode for SATA storage devices.
[AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced
Host Controller Interface) offers some advanced features to enhance
the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native
Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging.
[RAID Mode] Enables RAID function for SATA storage devices.
fsSATA Mode [AHCI Mode] (For SATA7~10)
Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller.
[IDE] Specify the IDE mode for SATA storage devices.
[AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced
Host Controller Interface) offers some advanced features to enhance
the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native
Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging.
fSATAx Hot Plug [Disabled]
Allows user to enable or disable the SATA hot plug support.
[Enabled] Enables hot plug support for the SATA ports.
[Disabled] Disables hot plug support for the SATA ports.
fHD Audio Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard High Definition Audio controller.
fHPET [Enabled]
Enables or disables the HPET (High Precision Event Timers) support.
fUSB Configuration
Sets the onboard USB controller and device function. Press Enter to enter the sub-
menu.
fUSB Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables all USB controller.
fXHCI Hand-off [Enabled]
Enables or disables XHCI hand-off support for the operating system without XHCI
hand-off feature.
fEHCI Hand-off [Enabled]
Enables or disables EHCI hand-off support for the operating system without EHCI
hand-off feature.
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fLegacy USB Support [Enabled]
Sets Legacy USB function support.
[Auto] The system will automatically detect if any USB device is connected
and enable the legacy USB support.
[Enabled] Enable the USB support under legacy mode.
[Disabled] The USB devices will be unavailable under legacy mode.
fPower Management Setup
Sets system Power Management of EuP2013 and AC Power Loss behaviors. Press
Enter to enter the sub-menu.
fEuP 2013 [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system power consumption according to EuP2013
regulation.
[Enabled] Optimize the system power consumption according to EuP 2013
regulation. It will not support S4 & S5 wake up by USB, PCI and PCIe
devices.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fRestore after AC Power Loss [Power Off]
Sets the system behaviors while encountering the AC power loss.
[Power Off] Leaves the system in power off state after restoring AC power.
[Power On] Boot up the system after restoring AC power.
[Last State] Restores the system to the previous state (power on/ power off)
before AC power loss.
fOn board LED Control [On]
Enables or disables the actions of onboard LEDs.
[On] Enables the actions of onboard LEDs.
[Off] Disables the actions of power, reset, PCH, audio LEDs.
fWindows OS Configuration
Sets Windows 8/ 8.1 detailed configuration and behaviors. Press <Enter> to enter
the sub-menu.
fWindows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support [Disabled]
Enables the supports for Windows 8.1/ 10 or disables for other operating systems.
Before enabling this item, make sure all installed devices & utilities (hardware &
software) should meet the Windows 8.1/ 10 requirements.
[Enabled] The system will switch to UEFI mode to meet the Windows
equirement.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
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fMSI Fast Boot [Disabled]
MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It will disable more devices to
speed up system boot time which is faster than the boot time of Fast Boot.
[Enabled] Enables the MSI Fast Boot function to speed up booting time. And
the following Fast Boot field will be disabled and fixed.
[Disabled] Disables MSI Fast Boot.
Important
When MSI Fast Boot is enabled, you can use MSI FAST BOOT application to enter BIOS
setup if needed. Please refer Entering BIOS Setup section for details.
fFast Boot [Enabled/ windows 8.1/ 10, Disabled/ windows7]
Enables or disables the fast boot feature for Windows 8.1/ 10. This item will only be
available when MSI Fast Boot is disabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Fast Boot configuration to accelerate system boot time.
[Disabled] Disables the Fast Boot configuration.
fSecure Boot
Sets the Windows secure boot to prevent the unauthorized accessing. Press Enter
to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL
Support is enabled.
fSecure Boot Support [Disabled]
Enables or disables secure boot support.
[Enabled] Enables the secure boot function and allow you to set the secure
boot settings.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fSecure Boot Mode [Standard]
Selects the secure boot mode. This item is to select how the secure boot keys be
loaded. This item appears when Secure Boot Support is enabled.
[Standard] The system will automatically load the secure keys from BIOS.
[Custom] Allows user to configure the secure boot settings and manually load
the secure keys.
fKey Management
Manages the secure boot keys. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub-
menu will appear when Secure Boot Mode sets to Custom.
fWake Up Event Setup
Sets system wake up behaviors for different sleep modes. Press Enter to enter the
sub-menu.
fWake Up Event By [BIOS]
Selects the wake up event by BIOS or operating system.
[BIOS] Activates the following items, set wake up events of these items.
[OS] The wake up events will be defined by OS.
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fResume By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Disables or enables the system wake up by RTC Alarm.
[Enabled] Enables the system to boot up on a scheduled time/ date.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fDate (of month) Alarm/ Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm
Sets RTC alarm date/ Time. If Resume By RTC Alarm is set to [Enabled], the system
will automatically resume (boot up) on a specified date/hour/minute/second in
these fields (using the + and - keys to select the date & time settings).
fResume By PCI-E Device [Disabled]
Enables or disables the wake up function of installed PCI-E expansion cards,
integrated LAN controllers or USB devices which are supported by third party
integrated chips.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes
when activity or input signal of PCIe device is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fResume By Onboard LAN [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system wake up by Onboard Intel LAN.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes
when activity or input signal of Intel LAN device is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fResume by USB Device [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system wake up by USB devices.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from sleep state when activity of
USB device is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fResume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 mouse.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when
activity of PS/2 mouse is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fResume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 keyboard.
[Any Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when
activity of any key on PS/2 keyboard is detected.
[Hot Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when
activity of hot key on PS/2 keyboard is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fHot Key [Ctrl+Space]
Selects a combination of keys as a hot key to wake the system. This item appears
when you set the Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard to Hot Key.
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Boot
Sets the sequence of system boot devices.
fFull Screen Logo Display [Enabled]
Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST.
[Enabled] Shows the logo in full screen.
[Disabled] Shows the POST messages.
fGO2BIOS [Disabled]
Allows system to enter BIOS setup directly by pressing the Power button for 4 sec
upon bootup.
[Enabled] The system boots straight to the BIOS setup by long pressing the power
button about 4 seconds when the system is off.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fBoot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI]
Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS
installation requirement. This item will become un-selectable and will be configured
automatically by BIOS when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support is enabled.
[UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only.
[LEGACY+UEFI] Enables both Legacy BIOS boot mode and UEFI BIOS boot
mode.
fFIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities
Sets device priority for system boot.
fBoot Option Priorities
These items are used to prioritize the installed boot devices.
Security
fAdministrator Password
Sets administrator password for system security. User has full rights to change the
BIOS items with administrator password. After setting the administrator password, the
state of this item will show “Installed”.
fUser Password
Sets User Password for system security. User has limited rights to change the BIOS
items with user password. This item will be available when administrator password is
set. After setting the user password, the state of this item will show “Installed”.
fPassword Check [Setup]
Selects a condition that will request the password.
[Setup] A password will be requested for entering the BIOS Setup.
[Boot] A password will be requested for booting the system.
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fPassword Clear [Enabled]
Enables or disables the clear CMOS behavior to clear a set password.
[Enabled] The password will be erased after clear CMOS.
[Disabled] The password will always be kept.
Important
When selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear
on the screen. Type the password then press <Enter>. The password typed now will
replace any previous set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to
confirm the password. You may also press <Esc> to abort the selection.
To clear a set password, press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter a new
password. A message will confirm the password is being disabled. Once the password
is disabled, you can enter the setup and OS without authorization.
fChassis Intrusion Configuration
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.
fChassis Intrusion [Disabled]
Enables or disables recording messages when the chassis is opened. This function
is ready for the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch.
[Enabled] Once the chassis is opened, the system will record and issue a
warning message.
[Reset] Clear the warning message. After clearing the message, please
return to Enabled or Disabled.
[Disabled] Disables this funcion.
Save & Exit
fDiscard Changes and Exit
Exit BIOS setup without saving any change.
fSave Changes and Reboot
Save all changes and reboot the system.
fSave Changes
Save current changes.
fDiscard Changes
Discard all changes and restore to the previous values.
fRestore Defaults
Restore or load all default values.
fBoot Override
The installed bootable devices will appear on this menu, you can select one of them to
be the boot device.
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OC
Important
y
Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.
y
Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, it could void your warranty
or severely damage your hardware.
y
If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use GAME BOOST function
for easy overclocking.
fSimple/Advanced Mode [Advanced]
Enables or disables to show the simple or advanced version of OC settings.
[Simple] Provides the regular OC settings in BIOS setup.
[Advanced] Provides the advanced OC settings for OC expert to configure in BIOS
setup.
Note: We use * as the symbol for the OC settings of Advanced mode.
fExtreme OC Setup [Disabled]*
Sets the optimal BIOS setting for extreme overclocking.. [Options: Disabled, LN2
Extreme/ LN2 Normal]
fCPU Ratio Apply Mode [All Core]*
Sets applied mode for CPU ratio. This item only appears when a CPU that supports
Turbo Boost is installed.
[All Core] Activate the CPU Ratio field. All CPU cores will run the same CPU ratio
that be set in CPU Ratio.
[Per Core] Activate the X-Core Ratio Limit field. Sets each CPU core ratio
separately in X-Core Ratio Limit.
fCPU Ratio [Auto]
Sets the CPU ratio that is used to determine CPU clock speed. This item can only be
changed if the processor supports this function.
fX-Core Ratio Limit [Auto]*
Allows you to set the CPU ratios for different number of active cores. These items only
appear when a CPU that support this function is installed.
fAdjusted CPU Frequency
Shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only.
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fCPU Ratio Mode [Dynamic Mode]*
Selects the CPU Ratio operating mode. This item will appear when you set the CPU
ratio manually.
[Fixed Mode] Fixes the CPU ratio.
[Dynamic Mode] CPU ratio will be changed dynamically according to the CPU
loading.
fEIST [Enabled]*
Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology.
[Enabled] Enables the EIST to adjust CPU voltage and core frequency dynamically.
It can decrease average power consumption and average heat
production.
[Disabled] Disables EIST.
fIntel Turbo Boost [Enabled]*
Enables or disables the Intel® Turbo Boost. This item appears when the installed CPU
supports this function.
[Enabled] Enables this function to boost CPU performance automatically above
rated specifications when system request the highest performance
state.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fEnhanced Turbo [Auto]
Enables or disables Enhanced Turbo function for all CPU cores to boost CPU
performance.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] All CPU cores would be increased to maximum turbo ratio.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fGame Boost Function Control [By onboard button]
Enables the GAME BOOST function by virtual button in BIOS or physical button on
motherboard.
fRing Ratio [Auto]
Sets the ring ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.
fAdjusted Ring Frequency
Shows the adjusted Ring frequency. Read-only.
fCPU Base Clock (MHz) [100]
Sets the CPU Base clock. You may overclock the CPU by adjusting this value. Please
note that overclocking behavior and stability is not guaranteed. This item appears
when the installed processor supports this function.
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fCPU Base Clock Apply Mode [Auto]*
Sets the applying mode for adjusted CPU base clock.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Next Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock at next boot.
[Immediate] CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immediately.
[During Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock during boot.
fDRAM Reference Clock [Auto]*
Sets the DRAM reference clock. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.
This item appears when a CPU that supports this adjustment is installed.
fDRAM Frequency [Auto]
Sets the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed.
fAdjusted DRAM Frequency
Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only.
fExtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) [Disabled]
X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Profile) is the overclocking technology by memory module.
This item will be available when the memory modules that support X.M.P. is installed.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
[Profile 1] Uses profile1 settings of XMP memory module.
[Profile 2] Uses profile2 settings of XMP memory module.
fLoad Memory Presets [Disabled]
Selects the preset memory overclocking parameters, that includes voltage and timing,
by BIOS to optimize the installed memory performance.
Important
Manual tweaking or fine-tuning the memory parameters is preferred due to different
memory module type and quality.
fMemory Try It ! [Disabled]
It improve memory compatibility or performance by choosing optimized memory
preset.
fDRAM Timing Mode [Auto]
Selects the memory timing mode.
[Auto] DRAM timings will be determined based on SPD (Serial Presence
Detect) of installed memory modules.
[Link] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing for all memory channel.
[UnLink] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing for respective memory
channel.
fAdvanced DRAM Configuration
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the memory timing for each/ all
memory channel. The system may become un-stable or un-bootable after changing
memory timing. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default
settings. (Refer to the Clear CMOS jumper/ button section to clear the CMOS data, and
enter the BIOS to load the default settings.)
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fMemory Fast Boot [Auto]
Enables or disables the initiation and training for memory every booting.
[Auto] The setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] System will completely keep the archives of first intiation and training
for memory. So the memory will not be initialed and trained when
booting to accelerate the system booting time.
[Disabled] The memory will be initialed and trained every booting.
fDigitALL Power
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. Controls the digital powers related to CPU PWM.
fVR 12VIN OCP Expander [Auto]
Expands the limitation of VR Over Current Protection with 12V input voltage. The
higher expanding value indicates less protection. Therefore, please adjust the
current carefully if needed, or it may damage the CPU/ VR MOS. If set to Auto,
BIOS will configure this setting automatically.
fCPU Phase Control [Auto]
Controls PWM phase proportionally to the CPU loading. If set to Auto, BIOS will
optimize the CPU PWM phase automatically.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Normal] Sets the normal power phase profile for CPU, it could provide a
stable system performance and effective power-saving capability.
[Optimized] Sets the optimum power phase profile for CPU, it could provide the
system with an optimum power-saving capability.
[Disabled] Disables the PWM power phase switching feature.
fCPU Vdroop Offset Control [Auto]
Sets a percentage of offset voltage for CPU vdroop. If set to Auto, BIOS will
configure this setting automatically.
fCPU Over Voltage Protection [Auto]
Sets the voltage limit for CPU over-voltage protection. If set to Auto, BIOS will
configure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and
may damage the system.
fCPU Under Voltage Protection [Auto]
Sets the voltage limit for CPU under-voltage protection. If set to Auto, BIOS will
configure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and
may damage the system.
fCPU Over Current Protection [Auto]
Sets the current limit for CPU over-current protection. If set to Auto, BIOS will
configure this setting automatically. Higher values provides less protection and may
damage the system.
fCPU Switching Frequency [Auto]
Sets the PWM working speed to stabilize CPU Core voltage and minimize ripple
range. Increasing the PWM working speed will cause higher temperature of
MOSFET. So please make sure a cooling solution is well-prepared for MOSFET
before you increase the value. If set to Auto, BIOS will configure this setting
automatically.
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fCPU VRM Over Temperature Protection [Enabled]
Enables or disables the CPU VRM over-temperature protection.
[Enabled] Sets the temperature limit on CPU VRM for over-temperature
protection. The CPU frequency may be throttled when CPU
temperature over the specified temperature.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fDRAM CH_A/B, CH_C/D Phase Control [Auto]
Controls PWM phase proportionally to the DRAM loading. If set to Auto, BIOS will
optimize the DRAM PWM phase automatically.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Optimized] Sets the optimum power phase profile.
[Disabled] Disables the PWM power phase switching feature.
fDRAM CH_A/B, CH_C/D Over Voltage Protection [Auto]
Sets the voltage limit for DRAM over-voltage protection. If set to “Auto, BIOS will
configure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and
may damage the system.
fDRAM CH_A/B, CH_C/D Under Voltage Protection [Auto]
Sets the voltage limit for DRAM under-voltage protection. If set to Auto, BIOS will
configure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and
may damage the system.
fDRAM CH_A/B, CH_C/D Over Current Protection [Auto]
Sets the current limit for DRAM over-current protection.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enhanced] Extends the limitation of memory over-current protection.
fDRAM CH_A/B, CH_C/D Switching Frequency [Auto]
Sets the PWM working speed to stabilize DRAM voltage and minimize ripple range.
If set to Auto, BIOS will configure this setting automatically.
fDRAM CH_A/B, CH_C/D VRM Over Temperature Protection [Auto]
Sets the temperature limit on DRAM VRM for over-temperature protection. The
DRAM frequency may be throttled when DRAM VRM over the specified temperature.
If set to Auto, BIOS will configure this settings.
fPCH Over Voltage Protection [Auto]
Sets the voltage limit for PCH over-voltage protection. If set to Auto, BIOS will
configure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and
may damage the system.
fPCH Under Voltage Protection [Auto]
Sets the voltage limit for PCH under-voltage protection. If set to Auto, BIOS will
configure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and
may damage the system.
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fPCH Over Current Protection [Auto]
Sets the current limit for PCH over-current protection.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enhanced] Extends the limitation of PCH over-current protection.
fPCH Switching Frequency [Auto]
Sets the PWM working speed to stabilize PCH voltage and minimize ripple range. If
set to Auto, BIOS will configure this setting automatically.
fPCH VRM Over Temperature Protection [Auto]
Sets the temperature limit on PCH VRM for over-temperature protection. The PCH
frequency may be throttled when PCH VRM over the specified temperature. If set to
Auto, BIOS will configure this settings.
fSVID Communication [Auto]*
Enables or disables SVID (Serial Voltage Identification) support.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] PWM phase will be changed dynamically according to the CPU SVID
(Serial Voltage Identification).
[Disabled] Disables SVID (Serial Voltage Identification) support.
fVCCIN Voltage [Auto]
Sets the CPU input voltage. The CPU input voltage is the CPU power source that is
shared with components of the CPU.
fCPU Voltages control [Auto]
These options allows you to set the voltages related to CPU. If set to Auto, BIOS will
set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.
fDRAM Voltages control [Auto]
These options allows you to set the voltages related to memory. If set to Auto, BIOS
will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.
fPCH Voltages control [Auto]
These options allows you to set the voltages related to PCH. If set to Auto, BIOS will
set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.
fCPU Memory Changed Detect [Enabled]*
Enables or disables the system to issue a warning message during boot when the CPU
or memory has been replaced.
[Enabled] The system will issue a warning message during boot and than needs to
load the default settings for new devices.
[Disabled] Disables this function and keeps the current BIOS settings.
fCPU Specifications
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays the information of
installed CPU. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F4].
Read only.
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fCPU Technology Support
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu shows the key features of
installed CPU. Read only.
fMEMORY-Z
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays all the settings and
timings of installed memory. You can also access this information menu at any time by
pressing [F5].
fDIMMx Memory SPD
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu displays the information of
installed memory. Read only.
fCPU Features
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.
fHyper-Threading [Enabled]
Intel Hyper-Threading technology treats the multi cores inside the processor as
multi logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously. In this way,
the system performance is highly improved. This item appears when the installed
CPU supports this technology.
[Enable] Enables Intel Hyper-Threading technology.
[Disabled] Disables this item if the system does not support HT function.
fActive Processor Cores Control [Disabled]
Allows you to select the number of active CPU cores.
fLimit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]
Enables or disables the extended CPUID value.
[Enabled] BIOS limits the maximum CPUID input value to circumvent boot
problems with older operating system that do not support the
processor with extended CPUID value.
[Disabled] Use the actual maximum CPUID input value.
fExecute Disable Bit [Enabled]
Intel’s Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicious
buffer overflow attacks where worms attempt to execute code to damage the
system. It is recommended that keeps this item enabled always.
[Enabled] Enables NO-Execution protection to prevent the malicious attacks
and worms.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fIntel Virtualization Tech [Enabled]
Enables or disables Intel Virtualization technology.
[Enabled] Enables Intel Virtualization technology and allows a platform to run
multiple operating systems in independent partitions. The system
can function as multiple systems virtually.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
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fIntel VT-D Tech [Enabled]
Enables or disables Intel VT-D (Intel Virtualization for Directed I/O) technology.
fHardware Prefetcher [Enabled]
Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher (MLC Streamer prefetcher).
[Enabled] Allows the hardware prefetcher to automatically pre-fetch data
and instructions into L2 cache from memory for tuning the CPU
performance.
[Disabled] Disables the hardware prefetcher.
fAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]
Enables or disables the CPU hardware prefetcher (MLC Spatial prefetcher).
[Enabled] Enables adjacent cache line prefetching for reducing the cache
latency time and tuning the performance to the specific application.
[Disabled] Enables the requested cache line only.
fCPU AES Instructions [Enabled]
Enables or disables the CPU AES (Advanced Encryption Standard-New
Instructions) support. This item appears when a CPU supports this function.
fIntel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled]
Enables or disables the Intel adaptive thermal monitor function to protect the CPU
from overheating.
[Enabled] Throttles down the CPU core clock speed when the CPU is over the
adaptive temperature.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fIntel C-State [Auto]
Enables or disables the Intel C-state. C-state is a processor power management
technology defined by ACPI.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] Detects the idle state of system and reduce CPU power consumption
accordingly.
[Disabled] Disable this function.
fC1E Support [Disabled]
Enables or disables the C1E function for power-saving in halt state. This item
appears when Intel C-State is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables C1E function to reduce the CPU frequency and voltage for
power-saving in halt state.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fPackage C State limit [Auto]
This item allows you to select a CPU C-state level for power-saving when system is
idle. The options of C-state depend on the installed CPU. This item appears when
Intel C-State is enabled.
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fCFG Lock [Enabled]
Lock or un-lock the MSR 0xE2[15], CFG lock bit.
[Enabled] Locks the CFG lock bit.
[Disabled] Un-locks the CFG lock bit.
fEIST [Disabled]
Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology. This item
willappear when Simple/ Advanced Mode is set to Simple.
[Enabled] Enables the EIST to adjust CPU voltage and core frequency
dynamically. It can decrease average power consumption and
average heat production.
[Disabled] Disables EIST.
fIntel Turbo Boost [Disabled]
Enables or disables the Intel® Turbo Boost. This item is for Simple mode and
appears when a CPU that support Turbo Boost is installed.
[Enabled] Enables this function to boost CPU performance automatically over
specification when system request the highest performance state.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fLong Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto]
Sets the long duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.
fLong Duration Maintained (s) [Auto]
Sets the maintaining time for Long duration power Limit(W).
fShort Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto]
Sets the short duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.
fCPU Current Limit (A) [Auto]
Sets maximum current limit of CPU package in Turbo Boost mode. When the
current is over the specified value, the CPU will automatically reduce the core
frequency for reducing the current.
fCPU Over Temperature Protection [Auto]
Sets the temperature limit on CPU for over-temperature protection. The CPU
frequency may be throttled when CPU temperature over the specified value. If set
to Auto, BIOS will configure this settings. The higher temperature indicates less
protection.
fInternal VR OVP OCP Protection [Auto]
Enables or disables the over-voltage protection and over-current protection for
CPU internal VR (Voltage Regulator).
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] Enables the limitation of internal VR for over-voltage protection and
over-current protection.
[Disabled] Disables this function for overclocking.
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fInternal VR Efficiency Management [Auto]
Enables or disables the CPU internal VR efficiency management.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] Enables the VR effciency management for power-saving control.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
fDMI Gen 2 [Auto]
Enables or disables DMI (Direct Media Interface) generation 2.
fDMI De-emphasis Control [-6dB]
Sets the de-emphasis value to improve DMI margins. However, the default usually
works best.
f3DMark2001 XP Turbo [Disabled]
Enables or disables 3DMark2001. Enabling it could improve performance for
3DMark2001 in XP.
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M-FLASH
M-FLASH provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Please down-load
the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website, save the
BIOS file into your USB flash drive. And then follow the steps below to update BIOS.
1. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.
2. Click on M-FLASH tab, a demand message will be prompted. Click on Yes to
reboot and enter the flash mode.
3. The system will enter the flash mode and a file selection menu will appear after
rebooting.
4. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.
5. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot
automatically.
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OC PROFILE
fOverclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-
menu.
fSet Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Name the current overclocking profile.
fSave Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Save the current overclocking profile.
fLoad Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Load the current overclocking profile.
fClear Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Clear the current overclocking profile.
fOC Profile Load from ROM
Load OC profile from BIOS ROM.
fOC Profile Save to USB
Save OC profile to the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive should be FAT/ FAT32
format only.
fOC Profile Load from USB
Load OC profile from the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive should be FAT/ FAT32
format only.
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HARDWARE MONITOR
Current Temperature & Speed information
Fan control
field
Voltage
display
Setting
Buttons
fCurrent Temperature & Speed information
Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds.
fFan control field
This motherboard provides a fan speed control feature call Smart Fan. Please check
the Smart Fan Mode box to enable the Smart Fan. It automatically controls fan speed
depending on the current CPU temperature and to keep it with a specific operating
speed. When the current CPU temperature is over/ under the setting temperature,
the CPU/ system fan will run at the corresponding speed. In this field, drag the color
points to configure the fan speeds and the target temperatures of CPU for four level.
Important
The changing will achieve after you save the changes and reboot the system.
fFunction Buttons
[All Full Speed] Configures CPU and system fans to run at full operating speed.
[All Set Default] Configures CPU and system fans to run at default operating
speed.
[All Set Cancel] Discards current changes and restores previous operating speeds
to CPU and system fans .
fVoltage display
Shows the current voltages of CPU, system and memory.
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Software Description
Installing Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10
1. Power on the computer.
2. Insert the Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10 disc into your optical drive.
3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.
4. Press F11 key during the computer POST (Power-On Self Test) to get into Boot
Menu.
Note: It is suggested to plug in your USB Keyboard/ USB Mouse to the leftmost
USB port when installing Windows
®
7.
5. Select your optical drive from the Boot Menu.
6. Press any key when screen shows Press any key to boot from CD or DVD...
message.
7. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10.
Installing Drivers
1. Start up your computer in Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10.
2. Insert MSI® Driver Disc into your optical drive.
3. The installer will automatically appear and it will find and list all necessary
drivers.
4. Click Install button.
5. The software installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will
prompt you to restart.
6. Click OK button to finish.
7. Restart your computer.
Installing Utilities
Before you install utilities, you must complete drivers installation.
1. Insert MSI® Driver Disc into your optical drive.
2. The installer will automatically appear.
3. Click Utilities tab.
4. Select the utilities you want to install.
5. Click Install button.
6. The utilities installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt
you to restart.
7. Click OK button to finish.
8. Restart your computer.
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Software Description
COMMAND CENTER
COMMAND CENTER is an user-friendly software and exclusively developed by MSI,
helping users to adjust system settings and monitor status under OS. With the help
of COMMAND CENTER, making it possible to achieve easier and efficient monitoring
process and adjustments than that under BIOS. In addition, the COMMAND CENTER
can be a server for mobile remote control application.
Feature Menu
CPU TemperatureSystem Information
Feature Title
Feature
Control Panel
Previous
Feature
Next Feature
Profile
Buttons
Option Buttons
Page Indicator
Resize Corner
Profile Buttons
yDefault - load the default values for the current feature.
yApply - apply your changes.
ySave - store values in the file with individual file extension.
yLoad - load the values from the file.
Important
Every time you shut down the system, the configured setting will be restored to the
factory default. If you want to use the saved settings, you have to load it every time by
clicking the Load and Apply buttons.
CPU Frequency
CPU Frequency control panel allows you to change
CPU Ratio and Base clock. You can see the current
frequency of each CPU core on the top of the panel.
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CPU Fan
CPU Fan control panel provides Smart mode and
Manual Mode. You can switch the control mode by
clicking the Smart Mode and Manual Mode buttons
on the top of the CPU Fan control panel.
yManual Mode - allows you to manually control the
CPU fan speed by percentage.
ySmart Mode - a linear fan speed control feature.
The control panel contains 4 dots allows you to
drag and adjust the Smart Speed slopes. The fan
speed will be changed along these lines with CPU
temperature. The white dot will create strip chart
in real time.
ySystem Fan Button - to open the system fan
control panel in new window.
yFan Tune Button - to automatically optimize the
smart fan setting.
Manual Mode
Smart Mode
IGP Frequency & GT Voltage
yIGP Frequency - Allows you to adjust the IGP ratio,
and shows the IGP clock, ratio and frequency.
yGT Voltage - Allows you to adjust the GT voltage.
The risky values are displayed in red.
DRAM Frequency & DRAM Voltage
yDRAM Frequency - Shows the DRAM clock, ratio
and frequency.
yDRAM Voltage - Allows you to adjust the DRAM
voltage. The risky values are displayed in red.
CPU Voltage
CPU Voltage control panel allows you to control the
CPU voltage.
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Option Buttons - Advanced
When click the Advanced button, The Voltage, Fan and DRAM icons will appear.
yVoltage - allows you to adjust advanced voltage values of CPU and chipset.
yFan - allows you to control the system fans speed.
yDRAM - shows the current Advanced DRAM parameters, and allows you to change
the settings by selecting values from the drop-down menu on the right hand side.
ySensor - allows you to monitor your motherboard temperature and fan speed with
the virtual thermal image. You can drag and drop the fan icons to new locations.
When you press the Cooling button, all fans will run at full speed.
Option Buttons - Setting
When click the Setting button, The Record, Warning and Mobile Control icons will
appear.
yRecord - allows you to monitor the status of voltage, fan speed and temperature in
real time.
To filter record charts, select the check box next to the items.
When click the Play button, the chart pane will start to show the recording chart.
If you want to check the value of a specific spot on chart, please move the orange
vertical line to the spot.
History Record stores the data and names with date and time.
To make a history record: Select items and click the Record button. When finished,
click the Record button again. The data will be stored in the drop-down menu.
To load a record, click the drop-down menu and select one from the list.
To delete a record, select the record that you want to delete, and click the Trash
Can icon.
GAME BOOST
GAME BOOST has 8 overclocking stages for you
to overclock your computer. COMMAND CENTER
provides the software interface instead of GAME
BOOST knob on the motherboard. You can click on
the center button to switch GAME BOOST control
between software (SW) and hardware (HW) . The
inner circle represents the current stage of hardware
GAME BOOST and the outer represents software.
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yWarning - contains fields of voltage, fan speed and temperature for you to set the
threshold values. When system detects the status over your settings, a warning
message will pop-up.
yMobile Control - is only available for the motherboard with the built-in WiFi module.
It allows you to enable/disable the COMMAND CENTER Remote Server. Please refer
to the instruction on the Mobile Control control panel.
yTo start remote control: (optional)
1. Download and install MSI® COMMAND CENTER APP to your mobile device.
2. Enable COMMAND CENTER Remote Server on the Mobile Control panel.
3. Enable SoftAP Management.
4. Enter SSID and Password, and then click the Apply button.
5. Activate Wi-Fi® on your mobile device and connect to SoftAP with the SSID.
6. Run MSI® COMMAND CENTER APP on your mobile device.
7. Find the IP address on the SoftAP Management Setting area, and enter the IP
address on your MSI® COMMAND CENTER APP to link your system.
8. Press Refresh on the MSI® COMMAND CENTER APP to verify that monitoring and
OC functions are working properly.
Option Buttons - Information
When click the Information button, The Motherboard, CPU, Memory and HW monitor
icons will appear.
You can click the icons to open the related information.
Gadget Mode
COMMAND CENTER provides a gadget mode to
monitor the system status. You can switch between
gadget mode and full mode by clicking the arrow
icon on the top left.
yTo arrange gadgets:
1. Click the Spanner icon on the Gadget mode,
a configuration panel will slide out.
2. Select the check box next to the items.
3. Click the Close button.
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Software Description
LIVE UPDATE 6
LIVE UPDATE 6 is an application for the MSI® system to scan and download the latest
drivers, BIOS and utilities. With LIVE UPDATE 6, you don’t need to search the drivers
on websites, and don’t need to know the models of motherboard and graphics cards.
LIVE UPDATE 6 will download the appropriate drivers automatically.
Download Options
Download List
Scan / Download / Total
Installer button
System Information
Last Scanned Date
There are Live Update, History, Setting and System Information tabs at the top. You
can click the tab to switch the control panel.
yLive Update - When you launch LIVE UPDATE 6, you will see the Live update tab at
first. This tab allows you to select files to download. You can also read the relevant
information by clicking the information icon on the right of the item listed.
yHistory - shows the downloading history.
ySetting - allows you to specify the frequency that LIVE UPDATE 6 remind you to
update.
ySystem Information - displays the information of the system.
Updating The System
This section describes how to update your system with LIVE UPDATE 6. Please follow
the steps below:
1
2
4
5
3
1. Select the Live Update tab.
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2. Choose Automatic scan, system will automatically scan all the items and search
for the latest update files. Or you can choose Manual scan and select the items you
wish to scan.
3. Click the Scan button at the bottom. It may take several moments to complete the
process.
4. When the download list appears, please select the items you intend to update.
5. Click Download button at the bottom.
6. When Save Path prompt, you can specify a download directory.
7. When downloading you will see the screen below. It may take several moments to
complete the process.
8. To install the applications, simply unpack the packages and install.
Total Installer
Total Installer is a convenient feature to simplify frequent installing procedure. To use
Total Installer:
1
2
3
1. Scan updates in Live Update tab.
2. Check the Select All check-box you intend to update.
3. Click the Total Installer button. LIVE UPDATE 6 will automatically install them.
4. When prompted, click OK to complete the Total Installer procedure
5. Reboot your system.
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Software Description
GAMING APP
GAMING APP is an application designed to quickly control your system for improving
gaming performance.
Information Button
Setting Button
Control Mode Buttons
Gaming Function
Buttons
Display Mode Button
CPU Frequency
GPU Frequency
Full Speed GPU Fan
ySetting Button - allows you to run GAMING APP when Windows starts.
yInformation Button - shows the information of this application.
yDisplay Mode Button - allows you to switch between CPU clock display mode and
Status bar display mode.
yCPU Frequency - shows the current CPU frequency.
yControl Mode Buttons
OC Mode - automatically overclock the CPU.
Gaming Mode - force the CPU to stay at maximum clock speed limited by CPU
specification.
Silent Mode - sets the CPU clock to the default value.
yGaming Function Buttons - allows you to use Eye Rest, OSD, Gaming Hotkey, Mouse
Master and LED Effect functions.
Eye Rest
Eye Rest allows you to optimize the display on your monitor.
yEyeRest - reduces blue-light of your LED backlit screen, in order to protect your
eyes.
yGaming - automatically increase contrast ratio of your screen.
yMovie - automatically increase dynamic contrast ratio of your screen.
yCustomize - allows you to adjust gamma, contrast and color balance for your
screen.
yDefault - loads the default settings.
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OSD Setting Panel
Use the OSD setting panel to specify information within on-screen display (OSD).
yApply Button - allows you to accept selections.
LED Effect
LED Effect allows you to control LED lights on your motherboard.
yAll LED - controls all LEDs on your motherboard.
yEach LED - separately controls each segment of LEDs on your motherboard.
MB LOGO - controls the LOGO LED light.
MB Audio - controls the Audio LED light.
MB Extend LED - controls the extended RGB LED strip. Please follows the steps to
calibrate the RGB LED color.
1. Click on the icon and a calibration pop-up window will show.
2. Click on the arrow icon to go to next step.
3. Click on the RED, GREEN and BLUE buttons separately to calibrate the LED
red, green and blue colors.
4. Click on the Finish to complete the RGB LED color calibration.
yLED effects - switches LEDs on or off.
yStyles - select the LED style from the drop-down list.
yMusic - flashes the LED light with music’s beat. It will only function with the music
output from analog audio ports.
yLED color - allows you change the LED color.
yApply Button - applies LED Effect settings to LEDs.
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Important
The Stack, Marquee, Meteor, Rainbow and Music light effects can only support to sync
all LEDs effect. If you want to control each segment of LEDs, please set the other LED
effects.
Gaming Hotkey
Gaming Hotkey provides instant control of the system through user defined hotkeys.
Categories Toggle
Hotkey Editor
Current Hotkeys
Gaming Hotkey ON/OFF
yGaming Hotkey ON/OFF - allows you to turn ON/OFF the Gaming Hotkey function.
yCategories Toggle - allows you to toggle over the Hotkey categories .
Windows Keys - allows you to define hotkeys to replace Windows default keyboard
shortcuts.
Login Keys - provides hotkey login function.
MSI Smart Keys - allows you to define hotkeys for MSI Smart Keys.
yHotkey Manager - allows you to create, edit and delete hotkeys.
yCurrent Hotkeys - shows all existing hotkeys.
Important
y
The Caps Lock, Num Lock, Scroll Lock, Window Home, Application and BackSpace
keys can not be used as hot-keys.
y
Some key combinations are reserved for use by Microsoft Windows and can not be
assigned as a hotkey.
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Mouse Master
Mouse Master provides mouse macro function. You can also use it to change DPI of
your mouse.
Delay Time
Macro Hot Key DPI Hot Key
Test Area
Clear Button
Mouse Action
DPI Setting
Default Button
Action List
Edit Buttons
Load Button
Save Button
yDelay Time - allows you to input delay time and click the Add button to insert a
delay in the macro.
yMacro Hot Key - allows you to assign a hotkey from A to Z to activate the macro.
yMouse Action - assigns mouse actions to the macro.
New - captures the mouse coordinate and add to the macro.
Left - add a left-click to the macro.
Middle - add a middle-click to the macro.
Left - add a left-click to the macro.
yAction List - shows the actions of the current macro.
yEdit Buttons - there 3 buttons for editing the macro.
Run - activates the macro.
Delete - removes the selected action from the macro.
Clear - removes all actions from the macro.
yLoad Button - allows you to load a macro.
ySave Button - allows you to save the macro to a file.
yDPI Setting - allows you select the mouse DPI from the drop-down menu.
yDefault Button - reverts to the default DPI setting.
yDPI Hot Key - allows you to assign a hotkey from A to Z to activate the DPI setting.
Please note that you muse hold the hotkey to keep the DPI setting. When you release
the hotkey, the DPI setting will be reverted to default.
yTest Area - allows you to test the mouse movement.
yClear Button - clears the test area.
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Software Description
M-CLOUD
M-CLOUD is an application of MSI network sharing. It allows you to turn your computer
into Wi-Fi AP. It can also transfer files between your MSI computers.
Server
Information
Local
Directory
File Transfer
Server
Directory
Soft AP
ON/OFF
History
Users &
Permissions
ySoft AP ON/OFF - click on the Soft AP ON/OFF button to enable virtual Wi-Fi AP.
yServer Information - indicate information of current server connection.
yHistory - click on the History button to view file transfer history.
yUsers & Permissions - click on the Users & Permissions button to open the Users
& Permissions Management window.
yLocal/ Server Directory - you can upload or download files between the local and
the server. There 5 icons on the toolbar at the top of Local/ Server Directory.
Refresh - refresh the local/ server directory.
Delete - you needs delete permission to delete files.
Root Folder- navigate to root folder.
Up a Level - navigate up one directory level.
New Folder - you needs delete permission to create a new folder.
yFile Transfer - click > button to upload files from the local to the server. Click <
button to download files from the server to the local.
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Setting up Soft AP (optional)
The Soft AP function is only available for the motherboard with the built-in WiFi
module. You can share your network connection to your smartphones, tablets and
laptops with the Soft AP function.
Important
y
You must have an active network connection and an installed Wi-Fi moudle to
enable Soft AP.
y
If you connect to Internet by using PPPoE, you should check Allow other people to
use this connection when set up a new connection.
To use Soft AP:
1
2
3
4
1. Click the Soft AP button to ON and the Soft AP dialogue will pop up.
2. Select an existing network connection.
3. Fill in Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and network password.
4. Click Apply button to complete.
Installing Cloud Storage
M-CLOUD needs a connection to Google Drive or Dropbox in order to detect your
available servers.
Cloud Storage
Server Detection
File Transfer
If you haven’t installed either Google Drive or Dropbox software yet, you can download
and install it from below web address, and please follow the direction on the web page.
Google Drive: https://www.google.com/drive/download/
Dropbox: https://www.dropbox.com/downloading/
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Software Description
Managing User Accounts
This section describes how to create/ remove a user account and configure individual
access permissions.
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1
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5
1. Click the Users & Permissions button and the Users & Permissions Management
window will pop up.
2. Click Add Account button create a new user account.
3. Fill in user’s ID, password and Confirm Password fields.
4. Select permission for the user account.
5. Click Apply button to complete.
Once you create an account 3 management icons will appear on the right hand side.
Delete - delete the user account.
/ Unlock/ Lock - unlock/ lock the user account.
Edit - change the user password and permission.
Transferring Files
This section describes how to transfer files between your local computer and a server.
Important
y
Before using the M-CLOUD to transfer files, you need to connect both the local
computer and the server to either Google Drive or Dropbox properly with the same
user account.
y
To allow your computers to communicate through the firewall with M-CLOUD, you
have to open ports 24680~24780.
1. Activate M-CLOUD both on the local computer and the server.
2. Select a server from the bar
3. Enter User ID and Password and click the Login button.
4. You can select files from Local/ Server Directory and then click the File Transfer
button to upload or download them. You can also drag the files from one side and
drop them on the other side.
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RAMDISK
RAMDISK creates a virtual RAM drive using the available memory in your computer,
the performance of the RAMDISK is faster than an SSD and hard drive. RAMDISK
allows you to store any temporary information on it. Furthermore, using the RAMDISK
will extend your SSD’s life by sparing it from excessive reading and writing.
Creating a RAM Disk
When RAMDISK is started, it will create a default RAM disk. If you want to change
settings, refer to following instructions.
Setting
Backup
Management
Option
Apply
Button
ySetting - specify Letter, Name, Size and Format of the RAM disk.
yOption - select browser temporary files to save/load on the RAM disk. You can also
add software files to improve reading speed.
yBackup - specify backup and restore settings to prevent data loss. All files will be
lost each time the RAMDISK is stopped if you do not backup.
Browse Button - set the path to the image file.
Backup Right Now Button - manually backup files.
Restore On Boot - check this box to have the image file loaded automatically when
RAMDISK starts.
Auto Backup - check this box to backup automatically over a period of time.
yApply Button - allows you to apply changes.
yManagement - shows RAMDISK information and allows you to delete files.
Dislpay
information
Delete files
in the RAM
disk.
Remove the RAM disk
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Software Description
USB SPEED UP
Enabling USB SPEED UP can speed up the date transfer rates of the USB storage
devices.
Display
Setting
On/ Off
button
ySetting - enables or disables Run USB SPEED UP when windows starts.
Default setting
is enabled
yOn/ Off button - switches the USB SPEED UP on or off.
yDisplay - displays the information and current transfer rates of USB storage devices.
Important
The improved transfer rate will vary with the USB storage devices.
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GAMING LAN MANAGER
GAMING LAN MANAGER is an utility for traffic shaping for the Windows 7/ 8.1/ 10.
It can keep your internet fast during heavy upload/ download and improve your ping
for online games. If your motherboard has a Wi-Fi module, GAMING LAN MANAGER
provides virtual access point function for traffic shaping for your mobile devices.
yApplications - displays currently using network bandwidth applications. You can
prioritize Games, Medias or File sharing programs as high as possible.
yPerformance - shows top 5 applications by total traffic, allows you to monitor
network bandwidth usage.
yNetwork Test - allows you to setup bandwidth control.
yAdvanced Setting - allows you to expand RWIN to accelerate download speed. You
can also block IP address and setup virtual access point.
yInformation - shows version information.
Configuring Bandwidth
This section describes how to configure Internet Provider Speed. You can configure
default internet upload and download bandwidth from the Network Test tab on the
GAMING LAN MANAGER window.
Important
Before using the GAMING LAN MANAGER for the first time, you should use the
Test Network Speed button which runs a speed test of your current total Internet
bandwidth delivered through your Internet service provider.
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Software Description
Speed Testing
The speed testing is used to optimize bandwidth usage. To test the Upload and Down-
load speed, please follow the steps below:
1
1. Click the Network Test block in GAMING LAN MANAGER.
2
3
4
2. Click Test Network Speed button. The test takes several minutes to test your
network speed.
3. Enter the testing results into Upload Speed and Download Speed fields.
4. Check the Enable Bandwidth Control to allow the GAMING LAN MANAGER to
manage the bandwidth.
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Nahimic 2
Nahimic 2 is designed to offer the best audio experience it contains 6 audio effects, 3
microphone effects, HD Audio Recorder2 and Sound Tracker.
Installation and Update
Nahimic 2 is included in the audio driver. If you need to install it or update it, please
use the Driver Disc with your motherboard or download the driver from MSI’s official
website.
Audio Tab
From this tab, you can access all of Nahimic 2’s audio effects, audio profiles and
settings.
Profiles
Audio Effects
Reset Button
EQ Profile
Page
On/Off Button
Display &
Volume
Mute
Device
properties
yDisplay & Volume - displays the type of audio rendering device currently being used
as output, as well as its current volume.
Mute - mutes the current audio output device.
Device properties - allows you to change the format, sample rate, bit rate and the
channel gain of the current device (if these options are available for the current
device). Clicks on this button and a device properties panel will show.
yProfiles - allows you to adjust the 6 audio effects to your current listening
experience.
Gaming - allows you to choose an audio profile to fit your gaming experience.
Multimedia - allows you to choose an audio profile to fit your everyday experience.
yAudio Effects - allows you to separately control any of the 6 audio effects.
Bass Boost - increases the energy in low frequencies up to +12 dB.
Virtual Surround
Gaming and Movies - virtualizes the multichannel audio stream and downmixes
it in order to retrieve a multichannel listening experience over your stereo
headphones or speakers.
Music - expands the stereo for a wider sound stage.
Reverb - increases the feeling of space by applying different types of reverbs
corresponding to different room sizes.
Treble Enhancer - Increases the energy in high frequencies up to +12 dB.
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Software Description
Smart Loudness - maintains a constant volume for all elements of the audio
experience to making them all sound softer, balanced or louder.
Voice Clarity - boosts the speech in movies, video games and incoming
communication from +0 through +12 dB (0 to 100%).
yReset Button - restores the current profile to its default values.
yOn/Off Button - allows you to turn on and off all Nahimic 2’s effects in one click.
yEQ Profile Page - by clicking the arrow button, you can also access a second page
that contains the x10 bands EQ and EQ profiles.
EQ Profiles
Custom EQ
Profile
x10 bands EQ
EQ Profiles - allows you to choose between 6 EQ profiles to fit your audio
experience
Custom EQ Profile - you can change the x10 bands of the Custom EQ profile so as
to make it fit your current needs.
x10 bands EQ - x10 bands EQ, from 32Hz to 16KHz.
Microphone Tab
From this tab, you can access all of Nahimic 2’s microphone effects and settings.
Microphone
Loopback
Microphone
Effects
Display &
Volume
Mute
Device
properties
yDisplay & Volume - displays the type of audio recording device currently being used
as input, as well as its current volume.
Mute - mutes the current device.
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Device properties - allows you to boost the volume and modify the left/ right
balance of microphone. Clicks on this button and a device properties panel will
show.
yMicrophone Loopback - turns the microphone loopback On/Off. In order to avoid any
feedback (Larsen effect).
yMicrophone Effects - allows you to separately control any of the 3 microphone
effects.
Voice Shaper - applies a filter to the voice.
Voice Leveler - levels the volume of your voice in order to avoid any saturation and
maintains a constant and clear communication. Voice Leveler can be adjusted with
a 0 to 100% slider.
Noise Reduction - removes the remaining sound that the Noise Gate has left on
top of your words and sentences.
HD Audio Recorder 2
From this tab, you can access the audio launchpad and HD Audio Recorder 2 settings.
Audio
Launchpad
effects
Control page
Pad
Properties
yAudio Launchpad effects - allows streamers to use prerecorded sounds during a
livestream. These sounds can also be heard by viewers. This tool will allow you to
create your true audio identity. That way, your livestreams will be more personal and
animated. The Audio Launchpad is one of the fresh new features of Nahimic 2. As
it’s a feature designed for broadcasters, we included it in the HD Audio Recorder 2
page.
Pad Properties - every pad can be customized by clicking the properties button
that will appear in its bottom right when hovering over it with your mouse.
On the Pad Properties panel you can choose:
The sound assigned to each pad.
The keyboard hotkey assigned to each pad.
The color assigned to each pad.
Config 1, 2 & 3 - allows you to prepare 3 completely different configurations so
as to adapt the Launchpad to the content you are streaming. Each configuration
has 6 customizable pads. The 3 configurations are independent, meaning Config 1
cannot be used at the same time than Config 3.
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yControl Page - by clicking the arrow button, you can access the control page.
Audio Launchpad ON/OFF - switches the Audio Launchpad on or off.
HD Audio Recorder 2 - The HD Audio Recorder 2 is, by default, automatically
launched when a XSplit Gamecaster 2 recording session is detected. The launch of
the HD Audio Recorder 2 enables HD audio processing over an XSplit Gamecaster
2 recording without any need for adjustments. The HD Audio Recorder supports
XSplit Gamecaster 2.
Pop-up message ON/OFF - switches the pop-up message on or off.
Sound Tracker
The Sound Tracker is an FPS oriented feature that provides a visual indication
localizing the source of the strongest sound while in a game. The Sound Tracker
captions the 5.1 and 7.1 sound streams processed by your audio system, and is
displayed in all applications and games using DirectX 9, 9c, 10 and 11. Please
remember Sound Tracker is only available if you are using an audio device that
supports Nahimic 2 effects.
Sound
Tracker
Effects
ON / OFF button and hotkey - switches the Sound Tracker on or off.
Hotkey - use the CTRL + SHIFT + S to turn ON / OFF the Sound Tracker.
7.1 Audio Test - launch a 7.1 audio sample allowing you to preview how the radar
will react in your game.
Transparency - allows you to adjust the transparency of the Sound Tracker,
making it look more or less discrete.
Scale - allows you to adjust the scale of the Sound Tracker, making it look bigger
or smaller.
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XSplit Gamecaster V2
XSplit Gamecaster is the newest product from SplitmediaLabs, the creators of XSplit
Broadcaster, the world’s most popular streaming application.
XSplit Gamecaster was designed to provide gamers with the simplest and most
uncomplicated way to create high quality gameplay recordings and live streams. By
utilizing the revolutionary in-game overlay, streamlined encoding, and social network
features, you’ll be sharing your gameplay to your family, friends, and followers in no
time!
System Requirement
yHardware specifications:
For HD 720p Recording/Streaming - Core i5 CPU or equivalent
For HD 1080p Recording/Streaming - Core i7 CPU or equivalent
4 GB RAM minimum
8 GB free hard disk space
GeForce/Radeon Class Graphics card, minimum Direct X hardware level 10.1
ySoftware specifications:
Windows® 7 SP1/ 8.1/ 10 (32bit/ 64bit)
.NET Framework 3.5
DirectX 10.1 or better
Logging
After installing and activating XSplit Gamecaster V2, it will display a login dialogue. If
you already have an account and password, fill your email and password into the form
and click the Login button.
Important
When starting XSplit Gamecaster V2 on select MSI
®
gaming laptops, all-in ones or on
machines that contain select MSI
®
motherboards or graphics cards, you will receive
a free 6 month XSplit premium license that you can apply to an existing free account
or to a new account. If you already have an XSplit account with a personal or premium
license, then you can instead add 6 months to your license duration.
Registering an Account
If you don’t have an XSplit account yet, click “Register now” on the login dialogue.
When the user registration form appears, complete all the fields.
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Software Description
Learning stream and record
Refer to the Start page of XSplit Gamecaster V2 to learn how to stream and record your
gameplay.
Tool Tip
When you click the question mark next to a feature name on the panel, a tooltip will
show, describing the particular function of that item.
Question mark
Inside the XSplit Gamecaster Overlay
1. Streaming/Recording Buttons - Press Stream to start live streaming or Record to
start recording.
2. Microphone/System Sound Control - Pressing the microphone or system sound
button will enable or disable the microphone or system sound.
3. Webcam Controls - To enable webcam controls, you must first select a camera/
webcam in the Settings Tab. Once you have selected a webcam, you can activate it
by clicking on its icon in the XSplit Gamecaster V2 overlay.
4. Twitch Chat Controls - If you’ve signed in to your Twitch.tv account, you’ll see a
Twitch icon in the overlay. When you click on this icon, a window will open. This
window is XSplit Gamecaster’s integrated chat system.
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5. Share Button - If you authorize your Facebook, Twitter, and/or Google+ accounts,
you can quickly share your stream URL and status update within the overlay.
6. Annotations - This feature of XSplit Gamecaster V2 allows you to draw directly
onto your game play. You can activate annotation mode by clicking on the pencil
button in the overlay.
Accounts Tab
yLive Streaming Services - allows you to stream to a variety of live streaming
services such as YouTube, Twitch, Ustream, Dailymotion, Niconico and also allows
for custom RTMP streaming.
yVideo Sharing Services - allows you to directly upload recordings to YouTube from
within the software.
ySocial Network Services - allows you to share your live stream or YouTube links to
friends & followers on Google+, Facebook, and Twitter. To allow XSplit Gamecaster
to post on your desired social network, click on the Authorize To Post On... button of
your desired social network and enter your username and password to authorize.
Settings Tab
yStream Settings - The default setting is Automatic mode. In Automatic mode, your
stream settings are automatically determined by XSplit Gamecaster based on your
computer and internet resources (this includes resolution, bitrate, codec, but frame
is always set to 30). You can change to a different resolution by clicking on the drop-
down arrow.
yRecord Settings - The default setting for recording is Original Resolution. This
refers to the resolution of the game that’s been set inside the game’s video/
graphics settings. You can change to a different resolution by clicking on the drop-
down arrow.
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Software Description
yMicrophone Settings - In this region, you can select your desired microphone. What
is shown in the list depends on what you have connected to your PC. If you don’t
see your desired device in the list, please make sure that it is detected and it is not
disabled in your recording devices list in the Windows® Sound Menu (Start > Control
Panel > Sound > Recording).
yCamera Settings - In this region, you can select your desired camera. What is shown
in the list depends on the cameras you have connected to your PC (Control Panel >
Device Manager > Imaging Devices).
yBRB Graphics (Be-Right-Back Graphics) - BRB Graphics are activated when you
alt-tab or minimize your game. BRB Graphics will not work in Console Viewer mode.
You can enter the BRB Graphics editor by clicking on the gear icon next to the BRB
Graphics preview.
Hotkeys Tab
ySetting and Deleting Hotkeys - You can use virtually any keyboard key as a hot key
along with using Ctrl, Shift, and Alt as modifiers for hot keys. To set a hotkey, click
on the function you wish to set (e.g. Stream, Record, etc.) and hen press the key(s)
you wish to use as its hot key(s).
To remove a hot key, click on the function and press Delete or click on the X symbol at
the end of the box of the hot key.
Important
You cannot use the following keys individually because they are used for creating
annotations: C, S, T, Del and Esc.
Recordings Tab
yArranging Recordings - In the Recordings Tab, you can view your recordings as
thumbnails or in a listed format by clicking on the button in the top right corner
of the window. You can sort your recordings by name, date, length, and size by right
clicking in the Recordings Tab.
yOpening Recordings Folder - To open your recordings folder in Windows® Explorer,
click on Open Folder.
yChanging Recordings Location - To change the location of where your videos will be
saved, click on the recordings folder location.
yUploading video recordings to YouTube - To upload to YouTube, you must first
authorize your account in the Accounts Tab. After you have authorized your account,
click on a recording and then click on the YouTube logo in the bottom right corner. A
window will open and you will be able to fill out the title, description, category, tags,
privacy, and you will be able to choose to allow or disallow embedding. Once you
have entered the details for YouTube, press the Upload Now button.
ySharing on Social Media - Once a video has been uploaded, you can share the
YouTube link on any social media accounts you have connected to XSplit Gamecaster.
Simply click on the icon of the social media site you wish to share, and a window will
appear where you can enter some details about your post before publishing your
link. When you are done entering the details of your post, click Share Video to post it
to your selected social media account.
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Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility
Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility (Intel XTU) is a simple overclocking software for you to
tune, test and monitor your system.
Navigation
Views
Settings
Help
System
Table
System
Monitors
System
Graphs
Tuning Controls
yViews Settings Help
Views - toggles to switche between Monitoring and Show All view.
Settings - opens the General Settings window.
Help - displays the help content for Intel XTU in a separate window.
yNavigation - lists all of the major functions of Intel XTU.
System Information - shows the details about your system.
App-Profile Pairing - tunes automatically based on active application.
Manual Tuning - changes system settings in a free form.
Stress Test - tests the stability of your system.
Benchmarking - analyzes and compares your system’s performance against
other system profiles.
Profiles - manages sets of system settings.
yTuning Controls - displays the controls for changing the system settings in manual
tuning. For stress tests and profiles, this area displays the settings for these
features.
ySystem Table - displays information about the current system settings and a
summary of your changes.
ySystem Graphs - shows measured system values over a period of time. The system
graphs update live as changes are detected in the system. You can customize the
system graphs to show the data you need for your overclocking strategy in the
system graphs preferences.
ySystem Monitors - shows the range of the value, averages, and the current value.
The monitors change color if the monitored values fall into warning or critical zones.
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Software Description
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Application / Driver
Processors containing the Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 feature have at
least one processor core whose maximum turbo frequency is higher than the other
cores. To realize the higher performance benefit of such a processor core, targeted
applications must run on that core.
The Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Application / Driver directs targeted
application software to run on the higher performance processor cores as configured
by the user.
After installation, the Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Application / Driver
automatically loads when the system starts.
Enable
Foreground App
Has Priority
Turbo Boost Max
Applications
Profile
Core List
Advanced
Settings
Apply & Cancel
yEnable - allows you to enable Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 by checking
the box. When the box is un-checked, the software returns the system to normal OS
operation, which may not provide the best performance.
Important
In some cases, external software may cause the Intel
®
Turbo Boost Max Technology
3.0 Application / Driver to become disabled. In this case, the application displays
(External Control Active) to the right of the Enable control. Note that this may occur
even when you have checked the Enable check box.
yForeground App Has Priority - When the box is checked, the in-focus application
becomes a targeted application and priority is given to it for placement of its
demanding work on processor cores in the Core List over any other targeted
applications in the Turbo Boost Max Applications list. When the box is unchecked,
priority is given to targeted applications in the Turbo Boost Max Applications list in
list order.
yTurbo Boost Max Applications - The list is in priority order with the top priority
targeted application at the top of the list. The Add App control can be used to
browse and select targeted applications to be added to the list. The list order can
be changed by right clicking on a targeted application name and selecting a control
from the displayed dialog box. Select Move Up to move the targeted application
towards the top of the list or Move Down to move the targeted application towards
the bottom of the list. Select Delete to delete the list entry.
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yCore List - is an ordered list of the processor cores with the highest performance
core at the top. Adjacent list entries may represent cores with equivalent
performance. The core numbering scheme is consistent with the operating
system’s core numbering scheme. For example, Core 0 corresponds to logical
processors 0 & 1, Core 1 corresponds to logical processors 2 & 3, etc.
Note: When per core maximum ratio over clocking is occurring, Overclocking
Enabled! is displayed to the right of Core List.
yProfile - allows you to save the settings. The + and - buttons can be used to add and
remove profiles. Profiles may be saved by selecting the Apply button.
yApply & Cancel - To save the change select the Apply control. To cancel changes,
select the Cancel control.
yAdvanced Settings - contains a small number of controls that are described below:
Evaluation Interval - controls how often the Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology
3.0 Application / Driver looks for demanding work. The interval is specified in 100
millisecond units and the Intel default value is 10 (once per second).
Utilization Threshold % - Demanding work is work whose percent processor
utilization over the period specified by Evaluation Interval exceeds a threshold
specified by this advanced setting (Intel default = 90%)
Affinity Controls - button selection is one of:
Affinitize To All Cores - specify whether the Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology
3.0 Application / Driver places demanding work in priority order on all cores in
the core list.
Affinitize Only To Cores With Diversity - only places demanding work on higher
performance cores, which results in OS scheduler policy placing work on the
residual cores.
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Software Description
DRAGON EYE
DRAGON EYE is an application allows you to watch a game guide, tutorial, live match
or tournament stream while playing a game. In the game, you can use hotkeys to
control / adjust the window of video.
Help
Size Settings
Position Settings
Transparency Settings
Hotkeys Information
On / Off Switch
Video List
yOn / Off Switch - enables or disables Dragon Eye during your gaming sessions.
Switch it on before you launch the game in order to watch video while playing.
yVideo List - allows you to select the video you want to watch, and also add videos or
channels to the list. You simply paste the URL of your video or stream into the input
bar and hit the +. Then your video or stream will be in the list and you can select it to
view it with Dragon Eye.
ySize Settings - allows you to select the size of the Dragon Eye video content
displayed on-screen when you’re playing a game. There are three options available:
WQVGA (Small – 400×240)
HVGAW (Medium – 640×360)
WVGA (Large – 768×480)
yPosition Settings - allows you to select where the Dragon Eye video needs to be
displayed on screen. This way you can control where you want your video in-game,
so you can place it on a place where no important game information is.
yHelp - If you want to watch the video tutorial for Dragon Eye or want to see if your
game is supported, press this button and the help window will be shown.
yTransparency Settings - allows you to set the transparency of your Dragon Eye
video.
0 = opaque | 100 = transparent.
yHotkeys Information - In this information screen you can find the hotkeys for
Dragon Eye. There are three hotkeys:
Alt+F9 - switches mouse focus between video window and game itself. (Direct
interface to adjust progress bar, volume and other settings of video during the
game)
Alt+F10 - turns on/off video window .
Alt+F11 - adjusts transparency of video clip.
NOTE: To customize hotkey, simply select the hotkey icon and then press the keys
combination you want to use as a hotkey.
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RAID Configuration
Below are the different types of a RAID.
RAID 0 breaks the data into blocks which are written to separate hard drives.
Spreading the hard drive I/O load across independent channels greatly
improves I/O performance.
RAID 1 provides data redundancy by mirroring data between the hard drives and
provides enhanced read performance.
RAID 5 provides data striping at the byte level and also stripe error correction
information. This results in excellent performance and good fault tolerance.
RAID 10 uses four hard drives to create a combination of RAID 0 and 1 by forming a
RAID 0 array from two RAID 1 arrays.
RAID level comparison
RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10
Minimum # drives 2 2 3 4
Data protection None Excellent Excellent Excellent
Read performance Excellent OK Good OK
Write performance Excellent Good OK Good
Capacity utilization 100% 50% 67%~(1-1/n) 50%
Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM
First, you need to set the SATA mode to RAID in BIOS to create, delete and reset RAID
volumes. To enter the IRST Option ROM, reboot and press Ctrl + I keys to enter the
IRST Option ROM during the POST, the following window will appear.
MAIN MENU
[ ]
DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION
[ ]
4. Recovery Volume Options
5. Acceleration Options
6. Exit
RAID Volumes :
None defined.
Physical Devices :
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)
1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Exit [ENTER] - Select Menu
1. Create RAID Volume
2. Delete RAID Volume
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID
[ ]
MAIN MENU
Important
The following procedure is only available with a newly-built system or if you are
reinstalling your OS. It should not be used to migrate an existing system to RAID.
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RAID Configuration
Creating RAID Volume
1. Select option Create RAID Volume and press Enter key. The following screen
appears.
[ ]
CREATE VOLUME MENU
[ ]
HELP
Name :
RAID 1 : Mirrors data (redundancy) .
[ ↑↓] - Change [TAB] - Next [ESC] - Previous Menu [ENTER] - Select
RAID Level :
Disks :
Strip Size :
Capacity :
Sync :
Volume0
RAID1(Mirror)
Select Disks
N / A
XXX.X GB
N / A
Create Volume
2. Specify a RAID Volume name and then press the Tab or Enter key to go to the next
field
3. Use the ↑↓←→ arrow keys to select the RAID level best suited to your usage
model in RAID Level.
4. In the Disk field, press Enter key and use Space key to select the disks you want to
create for the RAID volume, then click Enter key to finish selection. This field will
become available according to the selected RAID level.
5. Select the strip size for the RAID array by using the ↑ upper arrow or ↓ down
arrow keys to scroll through the available values, and pressing the Enter key
to select and advance to the next field. The available values range from 4KB to
128 KB in power of 2 increments. The strip size should be chosen based on the
planned drive usage. Here are some typical values:
RAID0 -128KB / RAID10 - 64KB / RAID5 - 64KB.
6. Select the capacity of the volume in the Capacity field. The default value is the
maximum volume capacity of the selected disks.
Important
Since you want to create two volumes, this default size (maximum) needs to be
reduced. Type in a new size for the first volume. As an example: if you want the first
volume to span the first half of the two disks, re-type the size to be half of what is
shown by default. The second volume, when created, will automatically span the
remainder of two hard drives.
7. Go to the Create Volume field and press Enter, a WARNING message will appear
for you to confirm if you are sure to create the RAID volume. Press Y to continue.
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Delete RAID Volume
Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives
will be lost.
Important
If your system currently boots to RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the IRST
Option ROM, your system will become unbootable.
Select option Delete RAID Volume from the main menu screen and press Enter key to
select a RAID volume for deletion. Then press Delete key to delete the selected RAID
volume. The following screen appears.
[ ]
DELETE VOLUME MENU
[ ]
HELP
Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.
[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Previous Menu [DEL] - Delete Volume
WARNING : ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable
Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) 2 XXX.XGB Normal Yes
ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST!
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y / N) :
DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION
[ ]
Press Y key to accept the volume deletion.
Reset Disks to Non-RAID
Select option Reset Disks to Non-RAID from the main menu screen and press Enter
to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. Use the
Space key to select the disks and press Enter key. A confirmation sentence will appear
below, and then press Y key to accept the selection
DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION
[ ]
4. Recovery Volume Options
4. Recovery Volume Options
5. Exit
RAID Volumes :
None defined.
Physical Devices :
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)
1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Exit [ENTER] - Select Menu
1. Create RAID Volume
2. Delete RAID Volume
Resetting RAID disk will remove its RAID structures
and revert it to a non-RAID disk.
[ ]
RESET RAID DATA
WARNING : Resetting a disk causes all data on the disk to be lost.
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
Select the disks that should be reset.
[ ↑↓] - Previous/ Next [SPACE] - Selects [ENTER] - Selection Complete
Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status
1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Member Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Member Disk
[ ]
MAIN MENU
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RAID Configuration
Important
y
You will lose all data on the RAID drives and any internal RAID structures when you
perform this operation.
y
Possible reasons to Reset Disks to Non-RAID could include issues such as
incompatible RAID configurations or a failed volume or failed disk.
Recovery Volume Options
Select option Recovery Volume Options from the main menu screen and press Enter
to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears:
[ ]
RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS
[ ]
HELP
Enable Only Recovery Disk - enables recovery disk if available and
disables master disk.
Enable Only Master Disk - enables master disk if available and
disables recovery disk.
Actions will result in change from Continuous Update mode to On-Request.
[ ↑↓] - select [ESC] - Previous Menu [ENTER] - Select
1. Enable Only Recovery Disk
2. Enable Only Master Disk
Recovery mode will change from Continuous Update to On-Request after you enable
Only Recovery Disk or Only Master Disk.
Degraded RAID Array
A RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 volume is reported as degraded when one of its hard
drive members fails or is temporarily disconnected, and data mirroring is lost. As a
result, the system can only utilize the remaining functional hard drive member. To
re-establish data mirroring and restore data redundancy, refer to the procedure below
that corresponds to the current situation.
RAID Volumes
ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable
0 Volume0 RAID 1(Mirror) N/A XXX.XGB Degraded Yes
Physical Disks:
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
1 XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Member Disk (0)
2 XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Member Disk (0)
Press <CTRL-I> to enter Configuration Utility..
Missing Hard Drive Member
1. Power off.
2. Reconnect the hard drive.
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3. Reboot to Windows®; the rebuild will occur automatically.
Failed Hard Drive Member
1. Power off.
2. Replace the failed hard drive with a new one that is of equal or greater capacity.
3. Reboot the system to IRST Option ROM by press Ctrl + I keys during the POST.
4. Select the port of the destination disk for rebuilding, and then press Enter.
DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION
[ ]
4. Recovery Volume Options
4. Recovery Volume Options
5. Exit
RAID Volumes :
None defined.
Physical Devices :
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)
1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Exit [ENTER] - Select Menu
1. Create RAID Volume
2. Delete RAID Volume
“Degraded” volume and disk available for rebuilding detected. Selecting
a disk initiates a rebuild. Rebuild completes in the operating system.
[ ]
DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED
Select the port of the destination disk for rebuilding (ESC to exit):
[ ↑↓] - Previous/ Next [ENTER] - Select [ESC] - Exit
Port Drive Model Serial # Size
1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB
[ ]
MAIN MENU
5. Exit IRST Option ROM, reboot to Windows®.
6. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click Yes.
7. The Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application will be launched. Right-click
the new hard drive and select Rebuild to this Disk. The Rebuild Wizard will be
launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard
drive.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Before sending the motherboard for RMA
repair, try to go over troubleshooting
guide first to see if your got similar
symptoms as mentioned below.
The power is not on.
yConnect the AC power cord to an
electrical outlet securely.
yCheck if all ATX power connectors like
JPWR1~2 is connected from the power
supply to the motherboard?
ySome power supply units have a power
button on the rear side, make sure the
button is turned on.
yCheck if the power switch cable is
connected to JFP1 pin header properly.
yVerify the Clear CMOS jumper JBAT1 is
set to Keep DATA.
yTest with another known working
power supply of equal or greater
wattage.
The power is on, but no signal to
monitor
yConnect the monitor power cord to a
electrical outlet securely.
yMake sure the monitor is turned on.
ySelect different inputs on the monitor.
yIf 3 long beeps are heard, remove all
memory modules and try to install only
one memory module in the DIMM1 slot
first and then restart the computer.
yIf 1 long 2 short beeps are heard,
remove and reinstall the graphics card
and then restart the computer.
yTest with another known working
graphics card.
The computer does not boot after
updating the BIOS
yClear the CMOS.
yUse the secondary BIOS to bootup the
system (Only for motherboard with
Dual BIOS)
Lost BIOS password
yClear the CMOS, but that will cause
you to lose all customized settings in
the BIOS.
There is no audio
yAdjust the volume.
yConnect the speakers/headphones to
audio ports on the motherboard rear
IO panel.
yRemove secondary speakers/
headphones, HDMI cables, USB audio
devices.
yTest with another known working
speaker or headphone.
There is no network
yMake sure the network chipset driver
has been installed.
yVerify if the network cable is properly
connected and make sure the LAN port
LEDs are properly illuminated.
yVerify your TCP/IP settings.
yRestart or reset your router.
yTest with another known working LAN
cable.
The USB device is not working
yMake sure your USB drive driver has
been installed.
yVerify if USB device is listed in
Windows® Device Manager.
yConnect the USB device to other USB
port on the motherboard rear IO panel.
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FCC Compliance Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
yReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
yIncrease the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
yConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
yConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Tested to comply with FCC standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
CE Conformity
Hereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD
declares that this device is in compliance
with the essential safety requirements and
other relevant provisions set out in the European
Directive.
C-Tick Compliance
B급 기기 (가정용 방송통신기자재)
이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파적합기기로서 주
로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적으로 하며, 모
든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다.
クラスB情報技術装置
この装置は、クラスＢ情報技術装置です。この
装置は、家庭環境で使用することを目的として
い ま す が、こ の 装 置 が ラ ジ オ や テ レ ビ ジ ョ ン 受
信機に近接して使用されると、受信障害を引き起こすこと
があります。取扱説明書に従って
正しい取り扱いをして下さい
VCCI-B
Battery Information
European Union:
Batteries, battery packs, and
accumulators should not be disposed of as
unsorted household waste. Please use the
public collection system to return, recycle,
or treat them in compliance with the local
regulations.
Taiwan:
廢電池請回收
For better environmental protection, waste
batteries should be collected separately
for recycling or special disposal.
California, USA:
The button cell battery may contain
perchlorate material and requires special
handling when recycled or disposed of in
California.
For further information please visit:
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion, if battery is
incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Chemical Substances Information
In compliance with chemical substances regulations,
such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC
No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the
Council), MSI provides the information of chemical
substances in products at:
http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.
html
Wireless Radio Use
This device is restricted to indoor use when operating
in the 2.412GHz ~ 2.462GHz, 5GHz frequency band.
Cet appareil doit être utilisé à l’intérieur.
당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음.
この製品は、周波数帯域 2.412GHz ~ 2.462GHz, 5GHz で
動作しているときは、屋内においてのみ使用可能です。
工作頻率2.412GHz ~ 2.462GHz, 5GHz該頻段限於室內
使 用。
無線設備警告聲明
經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商
號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設
計之特性及功能。
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通
信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時
方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無
線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學
及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
Regulatory Notices
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Regulatory Notices
WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment) Statement
ENGLISH
To protect the global environment and as
an environmentalist, MSI must remind
you that...
Under the European Union (“EU”)
Directive on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/
EC, which takes effect on August 13,
2005, products of “electrical and electronic equipment”
cannot be discarded as municipal wastes anymore, and
manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will
be obligated to take back such products at the end of
their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take
back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded
products that are sold into the EU. You can return these
products to local collection points.
DEUTSCH
Hinweis von MSI zur Erhaltung und Schutz unserer
Umwelt
Gemäß der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und
Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elektro- und Elektronik-
Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt
werden. MSI hat europaweit verschiedene Sammel-
und Recyclingunternehmen beauftragt, die in die
Europäische Union in Verkehr gebrachten Produkte,
am Ende seines Lebenszyklus zurückzunehmen.
Bitte entsorgen Sie dieses Produkt zum gegebenen
Zeitpunkt ausschliesslich an einer lokalen
Altgerätesammelstelle in Ihrer Nähe.
FRANÇAIS
En tant qu’écologiste et afin de protéger
l’environnement, MSI tient à rappeler ceci...
Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux
déchets des équipement électriques et électroniques,
directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que
les produits électriques et électroniques ne peuvent
être déposés dans les décharges ou tout simplement
mis à la poubelle. Les fabricants de ces équipements
seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin
de vie. MSI prendra en compte cette exigence relative
au retour des produits en fin de vie au sein de la
communauté européenne. Par conséquent vous pouvez
retourner localement ces matériels dans les points de
collecte.
РУССКИЙ
Компания MSI предпринимает активные действия
по защите окружающей среды, поэтому напоминаем
вам, что....
В соответствии с директивой Европейского
Союза (ЕС) по предотвращению загрязнения
окружающей среды использованным электрическим
и электронным оборудованием (директива
WEEE 2002/96/EC), вступающей в силу 13
августа 2005 года, изделия, относящиеся к
электрическому и электронному оборудованию,
не могут рассматриваться как бытовой мусор,
поэтому производители вышеперечисленного
электронного оборудования обязаны принимать
его для переработки по окончании срока службы.
MSI обязуется соблюдать требования по приему
продукции, проданной под маркой MSI на территории
EC, в переработку по окончании срока службы. Вы
можете вернуть эти изделия в специализированные
пункты приема.
ESPAÑOL
MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección
del medio ambiente, recomienda:
Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea
en materia de desechos y/o equipos electrónicos,
con fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005,
los productos clasificados como “eléctricos y
equipos electrónicos” no pueden ser depositados
en los contenedores habituales de su municipio, los
fabricantes de equipos electrónicos, están obligados
a hacerse cargo de dichos productos al termino de
su período de vida. MSI estará comprometido con los
términos de recogida de sus productos vendidos en
la Unión Europea al final de su periodo de vida. Usted
debe depositar estos productos en el punto limpio
establecido por el ayuntamiento de su localidad o
entregar a una empresa autorizada para la recogida de
estos residuos.
NEDERLANDS
Om het milieu te beschermen, wil MSI u eraan
herinneren dat….
De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU) met betrekking
tot Vervuiling van Electrische en Electronische
producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in
zal gaan kunnen niet meer beschouwd worden als
vervuiling. Fabrikanten van dit soort producten worden
verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het
eind van hun levenscyclus. MSI zal overeenkomstig
de richtlijn handelen voor de producten die de
merknaam MSI dragen en verkocht zijn in de EU. Deze
goederen kunnen geretourneerd worden op lokale
inzamelingspunten.
SRPSKI
Da bi zaštitili prirodnu sredinu, i kao preduzeće koje
vodi računa o okolini i prirodnoj sredini, MSI mora da
vas podesti da…
Po Direktivi Evropske unije (“EU”) o odbačenoj
ekektronskoj i električnoj opremi, Direktiva 2002/96/
EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi
koji spadaju pod “elektronsku i električnu opremu”
ne mogu više biti odbačeni kao običan otpad i
proizvođači ove opreme biće prinuđeni da uzmu natrag
ove proizvode na kraju njihovog uobičajenog veka
trajanja. MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih
proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI
oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete
vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
POLSKI
Aby chronić nasze środowisko naturalne oraz jako
firma dbająca o ekologię, MSI przypomina, że...
Zgodnie z Dyrektywą Unii Europejskiej (“UE”) dotyczącą
odpadów produktów elektrycznych i elektronicznych
(Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w życie 13
sierpnia 2005, tzw. “produkty oraz wyposażenie
elektryczne i elektroniczne “ nie mogą być traktowane
jako śmieci komunalne, tak więc producenci tych
produktów będą zobowiązani do odbierania ich w
momencie gdy produkt jest wycofywany z użycia.
MSI wypełni wymagania UE, przyjmując produkty
(sprzedawane na terenie Unii Europejskiej) wycofywane
z użycia. Produkty MSI będzie można zwracać w
wyznaczonych punktach zbiorczych.
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TÜRKÇE
Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi
korumak için hatırlatır:
Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik
Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altında 13
Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere,
elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar
gibi çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların
üreticileri, cihazların kullanım süreleri bittikten sonra
ürünleri geri toplamakla yükümlü olacaktır. Avrupa
Birliği’ne satılan MSI markalı ürünlerin kullanım
süreleri bittiğinde MSI ürünlerin geri alınması isteği ile
işbirliği içerisinde olacaktır. Ürünlerinizi yerel toplama
noktalarına bırakabilirsiniz.
ČESKY
Záleží nám na ochraně životního prostředí - společnost
MSI upozorňuje...
Podle směrnice Evropské unie (“EU”) o likvidaci
elektrických a elektronických výrobků 2002/96/
EC platné od 13. srpna 2005 je zakázáno likvidovat
“elektrické a elektronické výrobky” v běžném
komunálním odpadu a výrobci elektronických
výrobků, na které se tato směrnice vztahuje, budou
povinni odebírat takové výrobky zpět po skončení
jejich životnosti. Společnost MSI splní požadavky na
odebírání výrobků značky MSI, prodávaných v zemích
EU, po skončení jejich životnosti. Tyto výrobky můžete
odevzdat v místních sběrnách.
MAGYAR
Annak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük,
illetve környezetvédőként fellépve az MSI emlékezteti
Önt, hogy ...
Az Európai Unió („EU”) 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba
lépő, az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések
hulladékairól szóló 2002/96/EK irányelve szerint
az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések
többé nem kezelhetőek lakossági hulladékként,
és az ilyen elektronikus berendezések gyártói
kötelessé válnak az ilyen termékek visszavételére
azok hasznos élettartama végén. Az MSI betartja a
termékvisszavétellel kapcsolatos követelményeket
az MSI márkanév alatt az EU-n belül értékesített
termékek esetében, azok élettartamának végén. Az
ilyen termékeket a legközelebbi gyűjtőhelyre viheti.
ITALIANO
Per proteggere l’ambiente, MSI, da sempre amica della
natura, ti ricorda che….
In base alla Direttiva dell’Unione Europea (EU) sullo
Smaltimento dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici,
Direttiva 2002/96/EC in vigore dal 13 Agosto 2005,
prodotti appartenenti alla categoria dei Materiali
Elettrici ed Elettronici non possono più essere eliminati
come rifiuti municipali: i produttori di detti materiali
saranno obbligati a ritirare ogni prodotto alla fine
del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva
ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati
venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del
loro ciclo di vita. È possibile portare i prodotti nel più
vicino punto di raccolta
日本JIS C 0950材質宣言
日本工業規格JIS C 0950に よ り、2006年7月1日以降に販
売される特定分野の電気および電子機器について、製造
者による含有物質の表示が義務付けられます。
http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/cemm_jp.html
http://tw.msi.com/html/popup/csr_tw/cemm_jp.html
India RoHS
This product complies with the “India E-waste
(Management and Handling) Rule 2011” and
prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium,
polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl
ethers in concentrations exceeding 0.1 weight % and
0.01 weight % for cadmium, except for the exemptions
set in Schedule 2 of the Rule.
Türkiye EEE yönetmeliği
Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur
Україна обмеження на наявність
небезпечних речовин
Обладнання відповідає вимогам Технічного
регламенту щодо обмеження використання
деяких небезпечних речовин в електричному та
електронному обладнані, затвердженого постановою
Кабінету Міністрів України від 3 грудня 2008 № 1057.
Việt Nam RoHS
Kể từ ngày 01/12/2012, tất cả các sản phẩm do công
ty MSI sản xuất tuân thủ Thông tư số 30/2011/TT-BCT
quy định tạm thời về giới hạn hàm lượng cho phép của
một số hóa chất độc hại có trong các sản phẩm điện,
điện tử”
Environmental Policy
yThe product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and
recycling and should not be thrown
away at its end of life.
yUsers should contact the local
authorized point of collection for
recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products.
yVisit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor
for further recycling information.
yUsers may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for
information regarding proper Disposal, Take-back,
Recycling, and Disassembly of MSI products.
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Regulatory Notices
产品中有害物质的名称及含量
部件名称
有害物质
铅
(Pb)
汞
(Hg)
镉
(Cd)
六价铬
(Cr(VI))
多溴联苯
(PBB)
多溴二苯醚
(PBDE)
印刷电路板组件* X O O O O O
电池** X O O O O O
外部信号连接头 X O O O O O
线材 X O O O O O
本表格依据 SJ/T 11364 的规定编制。
O: 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求以下。
X: 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求，但所有部件都符合欧盟
RoHS要 求。
* 印刷电路板组件: 包括印刷电路板及其构成的零部件。
** 电池本体上如有环保使用期限标识，以本体标识为主。
■ 上述有毒有害物质或元素清单会依型号之部件差异而有所增减。
■ 產品部件本体上如有环保使用期限标识，以本体标识为主。
Copyright
Micro-Star Int’l Co.,Ltd.
Copyright © 2016 All rights reserved.
The material in this document is the intellectual
property of Micro-Star Int’l Co.,Ltd. We take every care
in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee
is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our
products are under continual improvement and we
reserve the right to make changes without notice.
Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution
can be obtained from the user guide, please
contact your place of purchase or local distributor.
Alternatively, please try the following help resources
for further guidance.
yVisit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS
updates, driver updates, and other information:
http://www.msi.com
yRegister your product at: http://register.msi.com
Trademark Recognition
All product names used in this manual are the
properties of their respective owners and are
acknowledged.
Revision History
Version 1.0, 2016/05, First Release
Version 1.1, 2016/06, Update software list.