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This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.
Motherboard B550M PRO-VDH WIFI Cable SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack) 1 Accessories Wi-Fi antenna 1 M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack) 1 Case badge 1 Product registration card 1 Application Driver DVD 1 ation Quick installation guide 1 MSI components compatibility & reward program card 1 ⚠ Important
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® B550M PRO-VDH WIFI motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code.
Preparing Tools and Components
AMD® AM4 CPU
CPU Fan
DDR4 Memory
Power Supply Unit
Chassis Graphics Card
Thermal Paste
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
A Package of Screws
Quick Start 1
Safety Information
The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly. Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start. Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. It 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. Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static pad whenever the motherboard is not installed. Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case. Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user. If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer technician. Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component. Keep this user guide for future reference. Keep this motherboard away from humidity. Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord. All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted. If 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. Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage the motherboard.
2 Quick Start
Installing a Processor
https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc
3 2
1
5
4
8 6
9
7 Quick Start 3
Important
If you are installing the screw-type CPU heatsink, please follow the figure below to remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink.
1
2
3
4 Quick Start
Installing DDR4 memory
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
DIMMA2
DIMMA2 DIMMB2
DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2
Quick Start 5
Connecting the Front Panel Header
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
POPWOEWRELREHLDD-EDDL+ED
RESET SW POWER SW
Power LED Power Switch
-
-+
--
++
JFP1
2 1
+
10
9
Reserved
HDD LED Reset Switch
1
HDD LED +
2
3
HDD LED -
4
5
Reset Switch
6
7
Reset Switch
8
9
Reserved
10
Power LED + Power LED Power Switch Power Switch
No Pin
HDD LED POWER LED
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HDD LED RESET SW
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED + POWER LED POWER LED +
Installing the Motherboard 1 2
https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc
Torque:
3 kgf·cm*
2
BAT1
*3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in
Quick Start 7
Connecting the Power Connectors
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
ATX_PWR1
8 Quick Start
CPU_PWR1
Installing SATA Drives
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
2
1 3
5 4
Quick Start 9
Installing a Graphics Card
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
1
3
2
5 10 Quick Start
4 6
Connecting Peripheral Devices
Processor with integrated graphics
Quick Start 11
Power On
1
2
3 4
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Contents
Quick Start ............................................................................................................. 1 Preparing Tools and Components.......................................................................... 1 Safety Information .................................................................................................. 2 Installing a Processor............................................................................................. 3 Installing DDR4 memory ........................................................................................ 5 Connecting the Front Panel Header....................................................................... 6 Installing the Motherboard..................................................................................... 7 Connecting the Power Connectors......................................................................... 8 Installing SATA Drives............................................................................................. 9 Installing a Graphics Card .................................................................................... 10 Connecting Peripheral Devices ............................................................................ 11 Power On............................................................................................................... 12
Specifications....................................................................................................... 15
Package contents ................................................................................................ 20
Block Diagram .................................................................................................... 21
Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... 22 LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 22 Realtek Audio Console ......................................................................................... 22
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 25 Processor Socket.................................................................................................. 27 DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 28 PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 29 SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 29 M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 30 JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 32 JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 32 CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ....................................................... 33 JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C Connector................................................. 34 JUSB2: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connector ............................................................. 34 JUSB3~4: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 35 JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 35 CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~3: Fan Connectors................................... 36 JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 37 JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 38 JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. 38 JRGB1~2: RGB LED connector ............................................................................. 39
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JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors............................................. 40 EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... 41 LED_SW1: EZ LED Control ................................................................................... 41 Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ......................................................................... 42 Installing Windows® 10......................................................................................... 42 Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 42 Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 42 UEFI BIOS............................................................................................................. 43 BIOS Setup............................................................................................................ 44 Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 44 Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 45 Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 45 EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 47 Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 50 SETTINGS Menu ................................................................................................... 51 OC Menu................................................................................................................ 53 M-FLASH Menu .................................................................................................... 56 OC PROFILE Menu................................................................................................ 57 HARDWARE MONITOR Menu................................................................................ 58 AMD RAID Configuration ..................................................................................... 60 Enabling RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility .......................................................... 60 Initializing Disks ................................................................................................... 61 Creating Arrays..................................................................................................... 62 Deleting Arrays ..................................................................................................... 63 Installing RAID Driver........................................................................................... 64 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 65
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Specifications
CPU Chipset
Memory
Expansion Slot Onboard Graphics
Supports AM4 socket 3rd Gen AMD RyzenTM processors, and future AMD RyzenTM processors with BIOS update
AMD B550 Chipset
4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB* Supports DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200 MHz by JEDEC Supports DDR4 2667/ 2800 /2933 /3000 /3066 /3200 /3466 /3600/ 3733 /3866 /4000 /4133 /4266 /4400+ MHz by A-XMP OC MODE 1DPC 1R max speed 4400 MHZ 1DPC 2R max speed 3733 MHZ 2DPC 1R max speed 3866 MHZ 2DPC 2R max speed 3466 MHZ
Dual channel memory architecture Supports non-ECC UDIMM memory Supports ECC UDIMM memory Supports un-buffered memory
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
1x PCIe 3.0/ 4.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1)* 2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
* The supported specification depends on installed processor.
1x VGA port, supports resolution of 2048x1536 @50Hz, 2048x1280 @60Hz, 1920x1200 @60Hz* 1x DisplayPort, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @60Hz* 1x HDMI 2.1 port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @60Hz*/** Maximum shared memory of 16 GB
* Available for the processor with integrated graphics. ** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
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Storage
RAID
USB Audio LAN Wireless LAN & Bluetooth®
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AMD B550 Chipset 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports 2x M.2 slots (Key M)
M2_1 slot (from AMD processor) Supports PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x4 * Supports SATA 6Gb/s Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
M2_2 slot (from AMD B550 chipset) Supports PCIe 3.0x4 Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
* The supported specification depends on installed processor.
Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices
AMD B550 Chipset 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (1 Type-C internal connector, and 2 ports are available through the internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector) 6x USB 2.0 ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 4 ports through the internal USB 2.0 connectors)
AMD Processor 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports on the back panel
Realtek® ALC892/ ALC897 Codec 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
1x Realtek® RTL8111HN 1Gbps LAN controller
Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 Supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band (2.4GHz, 5GHz) up to 433 Mbps speed. Supports Dual Mode Bluetooth 2.1,2.1+EDR,3.0,4.0,BLE,4.2
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Internal Connectors
1x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 2x M.2 slots (M-Key) 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C port 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports) 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector 1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector 3x 4-pin system fan connectors 1x Front panel audio connector 2x System panel connectors 1x Serial port connector 1x Chassis Intrusion connector 2x 4-pin RGB LED connectors 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors 1xTPM module connector 1x Clear CMOS jumper
LED Features
1x EZ LED Control switch 4x EZ Debug LED
Back Panel Connectors
1x Flash BIOS Button 1x VGA port 1x Display port 1x HDMI port 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port 2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports 1x LAN (RJ45) port 2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors 3x Audio jacks
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I/O Controller Hardware Monitor Form Factor BIOS Features
Software
Dragon Center Features
NUVOTON NCT6687-R Controller Chip
CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed control
Micro-ATX Form Factor 9.6 in. x 9.6 in. (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)
1x 256 Mb flash UEFI AMI BIOS ACPI 6.0, SMBIOS 2.8 Multi-language
Drivers DRAGON CENTER CPU-Z MSI GAMING Google ChromeTM, Google Toolbar, Google Drive NortonTM Internet Security Solution
Mystic Light User Scenario Hardware Monitor True Color Live Update Speed Up Smart Tool Super Charger
Please refer to http://download.msi. com/manual/mb/DRAGONCENTER2. pdf for more details.
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Special Features
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Audio Audio Boost
Network Intel WiFi
Cooling Pump Fan Smart Fan Control
LED Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW/RGB) EZ LED Control EZ DEBUG LED
Performance DDR4 Boost Core Boost Creator Genie Front USB Type-C
Protection PCI-E Steel Armor
Experience Dragon Center Click BIOS 5 Flash BIOS Button
Specifications 19
Package contents
Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain:
Motherboard B550M PRO-VDH WIFI
Cable
SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack)
1
Wi-Fi antenna
1
M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack)
1
Accessories
Case badge
1
Product registration card
1
Application
Driver DVD
1
Quick installation guide
1
Documentation MSI components compatibility & reward program card
1
Important
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.
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Block Diagram
PCI Express Bus
2 Channel DDR4 Memory
Processor
1x M.2
1x M.2 4x SATA 6Gb/s
6x USB 2.0
PCIE
Chipset
4x USB 3.2 Gen1
Realtek Front Audio Jacks
ALC892/
ALC897 Rear Audio Jacks
NUVOTON 6687
2x PCIe x1 slots
3x USB 3.2 Gen1
1x Intel Wi-Fi 3168
1x Realtek 8111 LAN
Block Diagram 21
Rear I/O Panel
PS/2 Combo
Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-A VGA
1 Gbps LAN
Line-In
Flash BIOS Button DisplayPort
USB 2.0 Type-A Flash BIOS Port
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-A
Mic-In Line-Out
Flash BIOS Port/ Button - Please refer to page 46 for Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS Button.
LAN Port LED Status Table
Link/ Activity LED
Status Off Yellow Blinking
Description No link Linked Data activity
Speed LED
Status Off Green Orange
Description 10 Mbps connection 100 Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection
Realtek Audio Console
After Realtek Audio Console is installed. You can use it to change sound settings to get better sound experience.
Application Enhancement
Device Selection
Connector Settings
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Jack Status
Main Volume
Device Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related options. The check sign indicates the devices as default. Application Enhancement - the array of options will provide you a complete guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device. Main 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. Jack Status - depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your computer. Connector Settings - configures the connection settings. Audio 7.1-channel Configuration To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to connect front audio I/O module to JAUD1 connector and follow the below steps. 1. Click on the Realtek Audio Console > Device advanced settings to open the dialog
below.
2. Select Mute the rear output device, when a front headphone plugged in. 3. Plug your speakers to audio jacks on rear and front I/O panel. When you plug a
device into an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you which device is current connected.
Important
The pictures above for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
Rear I/O Panel 23
Installing antennas 1. Screw the antennas tight to the antenna connectors as shown below. 2. Orient the antennas.
1
2
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Overview of Components
CPU_PWR1
Processor Socket
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
CPU_FAN1
DIMMB1 DIMMB2
PUMP_FAN1 JRAINBOW2 SYS_FAN1
ATX_PWR1
M2_1 PCI_E1
JBAT1 PCI_E2
PCI_E3 JAUD1
BAT1
JRGB1 JRGB2 SYS_FAN3 JSMB1 JCOM1
JCI1
LED_SW1 JFP1 JFP2 JUSB3
JUSB4
SYS_FAN2
JUSB1 JTPM1 M2_2 SATA12 SATA34 JUSB2
JRAINBOW1
Overview of Components 25
Component Contents
Port Name CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~3 CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1 DIMMA1, DIMMA2, DIMMB1, DIMMB2 JAUD1 JBAT1 JCI1 JCOM1 JFP1, JFP2 JRAINBOW1~2 JRGB1~2 JTPM1 JUSB1 JUSB2 JUSB3~4 LED_SW1 M2_1~2 PCI_E1~3 Processor Socket SATA1~4
Port Type
Fan Connectors Power Connectors DIMM Slots Front Audio Connector Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper Chassis Intrusion Connector Serial Port Connector Front Panel Connectors Addressable RGB LED connectors RGB LED connector TPM Module Connector USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C Connector USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connector USB 2.0 Connectors EZ LED Control M.2 Slots (Key M) PCIe Expansion Slots Socket AM4 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
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26 Overview of Components
Processor Socket
Distance from the center of the CPU to the nearest DIMM slot.
53.8 mm
Introduction to the AM4 CPU The surface of the AM4 CPU has a yellow triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.
Important
When changing the processor, the system configuration could be cleared and reset BIOS to default values, due to the AM4 processor's architecture. Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the CPU. When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Confirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting your system. 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. If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation. 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.
Overview of Components 27
DIMM Slots
DIMMA1
DIMMB1
Channel A
Channel B
DIMMA2
Memory module installation recommendation
DIMMB2
DIMMA2
DIMMA2 DIMMB2
DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2
Important
Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first. Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less than the amount of installed. Based on CPU specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is suggested to protect the CPU. To ensure system stability for Dual channel mode, memory modules must be of the same type, number and density. Some memory modules 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 DRAM Frequency to set the memory frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher frequency. It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs installation or overclocking. The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU and devices when overclocking. Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
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PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots
PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0/ 4.0 x16 (CPU) PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH) PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH)
Important
If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI Gaming Series Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight to prevent deformation of the slot. 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.
SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device.
SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3
Important
Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise. SATA 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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M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M)
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 module. http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA
M2_1
M2_2
M2_1 slot installation 1. Loosen the screws of M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink. 2. Remove the M.2 SHIELD FROZR and remove the protective films from the thermal
pads.
2
1
1
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3. Move and fasten the M.2 standoff to the appropriate position for your M.2 SSD, or remove the M.2 standoff if your M.2 SSD length is same as the length of M.2 heatsink to avoid damage to the M.2 SSD.
4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 5. Secure the M.2 SSD in place with the M.2 screw, or skip this step if you remove the
M.2 standoff in step 3.
4
M.2 screw
30º
5
M.2 standoff
3
heatsink standoff 6. Put the M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink back in place and secure it.
6
6
M2_2 slot installation 1. Move the position of the standoffs according to your M.2 SSDs length if need. 2. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 3. Secure the M.2 SSD in place with the supplied M.2 screw.
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JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors
These connectors connect to the switches and LEDs on the front panel.
Power LED Power Switch
-
-+
--
++
JFP1
2 1
+
10
9
Reserved
HDD LED Reset Switch
1
HDD LED +
2
3
HDD LED -
4
5
Reset Switch
6
7
Reset Switch
8
9
Reserved
10
Power LED + Power LED Power Switch Power Switch
No Pin
JFP2 1
+ -
+
Buzzer
1
Speaker -
2
Speaker 3
Buzzer -
4
Buzzer + Speaker +
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector
This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.
2
10
1
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
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CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.
8 4
5 1
CPU_PWR1
1
Ground
5
2
Ground
6
3
Ground
7
4
Ground
8
+12V +12V +12V +12V
1
+3.3V
13
2
+3.3V
14
3
Ground
15
12
24
4
+5V
16
5
Ground
17
6
+5V
18
ATX_PWR1
7
Ground
19
8
PWR OK
20
1
13
9
5VSB
21
10
+12V
22
11
+12V
23
12
+3.3V
24
+3.3V -12V Ground PS-ON# Ground Ground Ground Res +5V +5V +5V Ground
Important
Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.
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JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C Connector
This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C connector on the front panel. The connector possesses a foolproof design. When you connect the cable, be sure to connect it with the corresponding orientation.
JUSB1
USB Type-C Cable
USB Type-C port on the front panel
JUSB2: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connector
This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports on the front panel.
10
11
1
20
1
Power
11
2
USB3_RX_DN
12
3
USB3_RX_DP
13
4
Ground
14
5
USB3_TX_C_DN
15
6
USB3_TX_C_DP
16
7
Ground
17
8
USB2.0-
18
9
USB2.0+
19
10
Ground
20
USB2.0+ USB2.0Ground USB3_TX_C_DP USB3_TX_C_DN Ground USB3_RX_DP USB3_RX_DN Power No Pin
Important
Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.
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JUSB3~4: USB 2.0 Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.
2
10
1
9
1
VCC
2
3
USB0-
4
5
USB0+
6
7
Ground
8
9
No Pin
10
VCC USB1USB1+ Ground
NC
Important
Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage. In order to recharge your iPad,iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install MSI® DRAGON CENTER utility.
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.
11
1
12
2
1
SPI Power
2
SPI Chip Select
3 Master In Slave Out (SPI Data) 4 Master In Slave In (SPI Data)
5
Reserved
6
SPI Clock
7
Ground
8
SPI Reset
9
Reserved
10
No Pin
11
Reserved
12
Interrupt Request
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CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~3: Fan Connectors
Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or DC Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage. The auto mode fan connectors can automatically detect PWM and DC mode. However, you can follow the instruction below to adjust the fan connector to PWM or DC Mode manually.
CPU_FAN1
PUMP_FAN1 SYS_FAN1
Connector
CPU_FAN1 PUMP_FAN1 SYS_FAN1~3
Default fan mode
Auto mode PWM mode DC mode
Max. current
2A 3A 1A
Max. power
24W 36W 12W
SYS_FAN3
SYS_FAN2
Switching fan mode and adjusting fan speed You can switch between PWM mode and DC mode and adjust fan speed in BIOS > HARDWARE MONITOR.
Select PWM mode or DC mode
There are gradient points of the fan speed that allow you to adjust fan speed in relation to CPU temperature.
Important
Make sure fans are working properly after switching the PWM/ DC mode.
Pin definition of fan connectors
1
PWM Mode pin definition
1
Ground
2
+12V
3
Sense
4
Speed Control Signal
1
DC Mode pin definition
1
Ground
2
Voltage Control
3
Sense
4
NC
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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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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.
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector
This connector allows you to connect the optional serial port with bracket.
2
10
1
9
1
DCD
2
SIN
3
SOUT
4
DTR
5
Ground
6
DSR
7
RTS
8
CTS
9
RI
10
No Pin
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JRGB1~2: RGB LED connector
The JRGB connectors allow you to connect the 5050 RGB LED strips 12V.
1
1
+12V
2
G
3
R
4
B
RGB LED Strip Connection
1
GR B
JRGB connector
RGB extension cable
RGB LED Fan Connection
JRGB connector
1
5050 RGB LED strips 12V
GR B
1
System Fan connector
RGB LED Fan
Important
The JRGB connector supports up to 2 meters continuous 5050 RGB LED strips (12V/G/R/B) with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V). Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the RGB LED strip. Please use MSI's software to control the extended LED strip.
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JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors
The JRAINBOW connectors allow you to connect the WS2812B Individually Addressable RGB LED strips 5V.
1
JRAINBOW1
1
+5V
3
No Pin
1
JRAINBOW2
2
Data
4
Ground
Addressable RGB LED Strip Connection
1
+5V
D
JRAINBOW connector
Rainbow RGB LED extension cable
Addressable RGB LED Fan Connection
JRAINBOW connector
1
WS2812B Individually Addressable RGB LED strips 5V
1
System Fan connector
Addressable RGB LED Fan
CAUTION
Do not connect the wrong type of LED strips. The JRGB connector and the JRAINBOW connector provide different voltages, and connecting the 5V LED strip to the JRGB connector will result in damage to the LED strip.
Important
The JRAINBOW connector supports up to 75 LEDs WS2812B Individually Addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/Ground) with the maximum power rating of 3A (5V). In the case of 20% brightness, the connector supports up to 200 LEDs. Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the RGB LED strip. Please use MSI's software to control the extended LED strip.
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EZ Debug LED
These LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard.
CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail. DRAM - indicates DRAM is not detected or fail. VGA - indicates GPU/ PCIE/ M.2 device is not detected
or fail. BOOT - indicates the booting device is not detected
or fail.
LED_SW1: EZ LED Control
This switch is used to switch on/ off all the LEDs of motherboard.
LED_OFF
LED_ON (Default)
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Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities
Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com
Installing Windows® 10
1. Power on the computer. 2. Insert the Windows® 10 installation disc/USB into your computer. 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. 5. Select the Windows® 10 installation disc/USB 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® 10.
Installing Drivers
1. Start up your computer in Windows® 10. 2. Insert MSI® Drive Disc into your optical drive. 3. Click the Select to choose what happens with this disc pop-up notification, then
select Run DVDSetup.exe to open the installer. If you turn off the AutoPlay feature from the Windows Control Panel, you can still manually execute the DVDSetup.exe from the root path of the MSI Drive Disc. 4. The installer will find and list all necessary drivers in the Drivers/Software tab. 5. Click the Install button in the lower-right corner of the window. 6. The drivers 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.
Installing Utilities
Before you install utilities, you must complete drivers installation. 1. Open the installer as described above. 2. Click the Utilities tab. 3. Select the utilities you want to install. 4. Click the Install button in the lower-right corner of the window. 5. The utilities 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.
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UEFI BIOS
MSI UEFI BIOS is compatible with UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) architecture. UEFI has many new functions and advantages that traditional BIOS cannot achieve, and it will completely replace BIOS in the future. The MSI UEFI BIOS uses UEFI as the default boot mode to take full advantage of the new chipset's capabilities. However, it still has a CSM (Compatibility Support Module) mode to be compatible with older devices. That allows you to replace legacy devices with UEFI compatible devices during the transition.
Important
The term BIOS in this user guide refers to UEFI BIOS unless otherwise noted.
UEFI advantages Fast booting - UEFI can directly boot the operating system and save the BIOS selftest process. And also eliminates the time to switch to CSM mode during POST. Supports for hard drive partitions larger than 2 TB. Supports more than 4 primary partitions with a GUID Partition Table (GPT). Supports unlimited number of partitions. Supports full capabilities of new devices - new devices may not provide backward compatibility. Supports secure startup - UEFI can check the validity of the operating system to ensure that no malware tampers with the startup process.
Incompatible UEFI cases 32-bit Windows operating system - this motherboard supports only Windows 10 64-bit operating system. Older graphics card - the system will detect your graphics card. When display a warning message There is no GOP (Graphics Output protocol) support detected in this graphics card.
Important
We recommend that you to use a GOP/ UEFI compatible graphics card.
How to check the BIOS mode? After entering the BIOS, find the BIOS Mode at the top of the screen.
CPU Temperature: Motherboard Temperature: VCore: DDR Voltage: BIOS Mode: UEFI/CSM
UEFI boot mode
CPU Temperature: Motherboard Temperature: VCore: DDR Voltage: BIOS Mode: UEFI/CSM
CSM boot mode
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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
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. The pictures in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased. The BIOS items will vary with the processor.
Entering BIOS Setup
Press 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. Function key F1: General Help list F2: Add/ Remove a favorite item F3: Enter Favorites menu F4: Enter CPU Specifications menu F5: Enter Memory-Z menu F6: Load optimized defaults F7: Switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode F8: Load Overclocking Profile F9: Save Overclocking Profile F10: Save Change and Reset* F12: Take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only). Ctrl+F: Enter Search page * 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: Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults. Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard.
Important
Be sure the computer is off before clearing CMOS data. Please refer to the Clear CMOS jumper section for resetting BIOS.
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. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the USB port. 2. Please refer the following methods to enter flash mode.
Reboot and press Ctrl + F5 key during POST and click on Yes to reboot the system.
Press <Ctrl+F5> to activate M-Flash for BIOS update. Reboot and press Del key during POST to enter BIOS. Click the M-FLASH button and click on Yes to reboot the system.
3. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process. 4. When prompted click on Yes to start recovering BIOS. 5. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot
automatically.
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Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS Button 1. Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from
the MSI® website. 2. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to the root of your USB flash drive. 3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU
and memory.) 4. Plug the USB flash drive that contains the MSI.ROM file into the Flash BIOS Port
on the rear I/O panel. 5. Press the Flash BIOS Button to flash BIOS, and the LED starts flashing. 6. The LED will be turned off when the process is completed.
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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.
A-XMP Profile
Screenshot Setup Mode switch
Search Language
System information
CREATOR GENIE
Boot device priority bar
Component Information
M-Flash
Favorites
Hardware Monitor
Function buttons
CREATOR GENIE - click on it to toggle the CREATOR GENIE for performance optimization. This function is only available when both of the motherboard and CPU are supporting this function.
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 CREATOR GENIE function. A-XMP Profile - allows you to select the A-XMP profile for memory to overclock. This function is only available when the system, memory and CPU are supporting this function. Setup Mode switch - press this tab or the F7 key to switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode. Screenshot - click on this tab or the F12 key to take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only). Search - click on this tab or the Ctrl+F keys to enter the search page. It allows you to search by BIOS item name. Move the mouse over a blank space and right click the mouse to exit the search page.
Important
In search page, only the F6, F10 and F12 function keys are available. Language - allows you to select language of BIOS setup.
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System information - shows the CPU/ DDR speed, CPU/ MB temperature, MB/ CPU type, memory size, CPU/ DDR voltage, BIOS version and build date. Boot 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. Component Information - click on the CPU, Memory, Storage, Fan Info and Help buttons to show the information of connected component. Function buttons - enable or disable these functions by clicking on these buttons. The function is enabled when the button shows ON .
Important
The function buttons will vary with the motherboard you purchased. M-Flash - click on this button to enter the M-Flash menu that provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Hardware Monitor - click on this button to enter the Hardware Monitor menu that allows you to manually control the fan speed by percentage. Favorites - click on this button or press the F3 key to show the Favorites window. It provides 5 menus for you to create personal BIOS menu where you can save and access favorite/ frequently-used BIOS setting items.
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To add a BIOS item to a favorite menu 1. Select a BIOS item not only on BIOS menu but also on search page. 2. Right-click or press F2 key. 3. Choose a favorite page and click on OK.
To delete a BIOS item from favorite menu 1. Select a BIOS item on favorite menu. 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.
BIOS menu selection
BIOS menu selection
Menu display
BIOS 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.
Menu display - provides BIOS setting items and information to be configured.
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SETTINGS Menu
This menu allows you to specify the parameters for system, chipset and boot devices.
System Status sub-menu The System Status sub-menu allows you to set the system clock and view system information.
System 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.
System Time Sets the system time. Use tab key to switch between time elements. The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.
SATA PortX/ M2_X Shows the information of connected SATA/ M.2 device.
Important
If the connected SATA/ M.2 device is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA/ M.2 cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard.
System Information Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory (read only).
DMI Information Shows system information, desktop board information and chassis information.
Advanced sub-menu The Advanced sub-menu allows you to adjust and set the parameters and behaviors of PCIe, ACPI, integrated peripherals, integrated graphics, USB, power management and Windows .
PCI Subsystem Settings Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.
ACPI Settings Sets ACPI parameters of onboard power LED behaviors.
Integrated Peripherals sub-menu Sets integrated peripherals' parameters, such as LAN, Wi-Fi, HDD, SSD, USB and audio.
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Integrated Graphics Configuration sub-menu (optional) Adjusts integrated graphics settings for optimum system. This sub-menu is only available when using the CPU which integrate with IGP. USB Configuration sub-menu Sets the onboard USB controller and device function. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. Power Management Setup sub-menu Sets system Power Management of ErP and AC Power Loss behaviors. You can optimize the system power consumption in this menu. Windows OS Configuration Sets Windows detailed configuration and behaviors. You also can set the secure boot and control key management to prevent the unauthorized accessing for system. Wake Up Event Setup sub-menu Sets system wake up behaviors for different sleep modes. Secure Erase+ Enables or disables Secure Erase+ function. Secure Erase+ is the best way to effectively wipe all data from a SSD. Please note that data of SSD will be erased after enabling Secure Erase+. Realtek PCIe GbE Family Controller (MAC sub-menu This sub-menu shows driver information and configuration of the Ethernet controller parameter. Boot sub-menu Use this menu to set the system boot states and the sequence of system boot devices.
Security sub-menu Use this menu to set the administrator password and the user password for system security. This menu also allows you to set the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) function.
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 key 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.
Save & Exit This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory default settings into the BIOS and exit the BIOS setup utility with or without changes.
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OC Menu
This menu allows you to configure the frequencies and voltages for overclocking. Please note that, higher frequency and voltage may benefit overclocking capability but cause system un-stability.
Important
Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, it could void your warranty or severely damage your hardware. If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use CREATOR GENIE function for easy overclocking. The BIOS items in OC menu will vary with the processor.
OC Explore Mode [Normal] Enables or disables to show the normal or expert version of OC settings.
[Normal] Provides the regular OC settings in BIOS setup.
[Expert]
Provides the advanced OC settings for OC expert to configure in BIOS setup.
Note: We use * as the symbol for the OC settings of Expert mode.
CPU 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.
Advanced CPU Configuration Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the parameters about CPU power/ current. The system may become unstable or unbootable after changing the parameters. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings.
A-XMP [Disabled] Please enable A-XMP or select a profile of memory module for overclocking the memory. This item will be available when the installed processor, memory modules and motherboard support this function.
DRAM Frequency [Auto] Sets the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed.
Adjusted DRAM Frequency Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only.
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FCLK Frequency [Auto] Sets the FCLK frequency (Internal Data Fabric clock of DRAM). Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed. UCLK DIV1 Mode [Auto] Sets UCLK (Internal memory controller clock) mode. Memory Try It ! [Disabled] It can improve memory compatibility or performance by choosing optimized memory preset. This item will be available when the installed processor supports this function. Memory Failure Retry [Enabled] Enables or disables the system reboot function when the memory OC retry fails. Memory Failure Retry Count [2] Sets the count for memory OC retry. When memory OC retry fails reach the count, the memory will restore the last available settings. This item will display when the Memory Failure Retry sets to Enabled. Advanced DRAM Configuration Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the memory timing for each/ all memory channel. The system may become unstable or unbootable after changing memory timing. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings. (Refer to the Clear CMOS jumper section to clear the CMOS data, and enter the BIOS to load the default settings.) DigitALL Power sub-menu Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. In the sub-menu, you can setup some protecting conditions about voltage/ current/ temputure for CPU. CPU 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. DRAM 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. CHIP Voltages control [Auto] (optional) These options allows you to set the voltages related to chipset If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.
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Memory Changed Detect [Enabled]* Enables or disables the system to issue a warning message during boot when the memory has been replaced.
[Enabled] [Disabled]
The system will issue a warning message during boot and then you have to load the default settings for new devices. Disables this function and keeps the current BIOS settings.
CPU Specifications sub-menu 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.
MEMORY-Z sub-menu 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].
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M-FLASH Menu
M-FLASH provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Please download 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 Menu
Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.
Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Name the current overclocking profile. Save Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Save the current overclocking profile. Load Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Load the current overclocking profile. Clear Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Clear the current overclocking profile. OC Profile Load from ROM Load OC profile from BIOS ROM. OC Profile Save to USB Save OC profile to the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive should be FAT/ FAT32 format only. OC 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 Menu
This menu allows you to adjust the fan speed manually and monitor CPU/ system voltage.
Select a temperature curve line (white) to be showed in Fan operating window
Select a fan mode for target fan
Select a fan to be configured
Click to enable the Smart Fan
Smart Fan duty information
Fan operating window
Setting Buttons Temperature information Voltage information
Smart Fan - This setting enables/disables the Smart Fan function. Smart Fan is an excellent feature which will adjust the CPU/system fan speed automatically depending on the current CPU/system temperature, avoiding the overheating to damage your system.
Settings Buttons All Full Speed - configures all fans to run at full operating speed. All Set Default - configures all fans' speeds return the BIOS default values. All Set Cancel - discards current changes and restores previous settings for all fan .
Important
Make sure fans are working properly after adjusting the fan speed and switching the fan mode.
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Adjusting fans 1. Selects a fan that you want to adjust and to display the fan duty curve line (yellow)
in fan operating windows. 2. Click and drag the duty points to adjust the fan speed.
Select a fan to be adjusted
Duty points
Important
The pictures in this section are for reference only and may vary from the motherboard you purchased.
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AMD RAID Configuration
The following are the RAID levels supported by RAIDXpert2. RAID 0 (Striping) 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 (Mirroring) provides data redundancy by mirroring data between the hard drives and provides enhanced read performance. RAID 10 (Striped RAID1 Sets) uses four hard drives to create a combination of RAID 0 and 1 by forming a RAID 0 array from two RAID 1 arrays. Volume (JBOD) provides the ability to link-together storage from one or several disks, regardless of the size of the space on those disks. Useful in scavenging space on disks unused by other disks in the array. Does not provide performance benefits or data redundancy. RAIDABLE (also known as RAID Ready) allows the user to add more storage space or create a redundant array after a system is installed.
RAID level comparison
RAID 0
RAID 1
RAID 10
Minimum # drives Data protection Read performance Write performance Capacity utilization
2 None Excellent Excellent 100%
2 Excellent OK Good 50%
4 Excellent OK Good 50%
Important
All the information/ volumes/ pictures listed in your system might differ from the illustrations in this appendix.
Enabling RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility
To enter the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility menu 1. Power on and press Delete key to enter BIOS Setup menu. 2. Press F7 to switch to Advanced mode from EZ mode. 3. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > Integrated Peripherals > SATA Mode and
change setting to RAID Mode. 4. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > Windows OS Configuration > BIOS UEFI/
CSM Mode and change setting to UEFI. 5. Press F10 to save configuration and exit, and then reboot and press Delete key to
enter BIOS Setup menu. 6. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility sub-
menu.
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Initializing Disks
New disks and legacy disks must be initialized before they can be used to create an AMD-RAID array. Initialization writes AMD-RAID configuration information (metadata) to a disk.
Important
If a disk is part of an AMD-RAID array, the disk cannot be selected for initialization. To initial the disk anyway, delete the AMD-RAID array. Data on the disk is deleted during initialization so ensure the correct disks are chosen to initialize. A legacy disk can contain valid data. When a legacy disk is initialized, all data on the disk is lost. To initialize disks 1. As previously mentioned, enable RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility. 2. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility > Physical
Disk Management > Select Physical Disk Operations > Initialize Disk sub-menu.
3. Select desired disks by changing the Physical Disk setting to Enabled. 4. Select OK, then press Enter.
5. Review the warning message, if you want to proceed, select YES, then press Enter. 6. Initialization takes 10 to 15 seconds per disk. During initialization, a complete
rescan of all channels is done automatically.
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Creating Arrays
Arrays can be created after the disks are initialized.
Important
For redundant arrays, the Create process is not started until after the operating system and AMD-RAID OS drivers have been installed and the system has booted to the operating system. However, the arrays are immediately available to use for either a bootable array or a data array. Array numbers are valid only for a given boot and might be different in the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility and RAIDXpert2. If a permanent label is required, use the RAIDXpert2 Web GUI Array Naming feature. At any point in the procedure, return to a prior window by pressing ESC. If the system is booted from an AMD-RAID bootable array, the first array in the Arrays section must be the bootable array. The system boots only from the first array in the Arrays section. To create an array 1. As previously mentioned, enable RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility. 2. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility > Array
Management > Create Array sub-menu.
3. Select the RAID level from the Select RAID Level drop down menu. 4. Enter Select Physical Disks sub-menu, select member disks by changing the
Physical Disk setting to Enabled.
5. Select Apply Changes, then press Enter to apply and go back to previous submenu.
6. Change the Select CacheTagSize, Read Cache Policy and Write Cache Policy settings according to your needs.
7. Select Create Array, then press Enter.
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Deleting Arrays
Important
Deleting an array permanently destroys all data that is on the array. This action cannot be undone and it is very unlikely that the data can be recovered. Do not delete the first array listed in the Arrays section, if it is the AMD-RAID bootable array. Doing this deletes the operating system and AMD-RAID files. To delete an array 1. As previously mentioned, enable RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility. 2. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility > Array
Management > Delete Array sub-menu.
3. Select the desired array and change the setting to Enabled. 4. Enter Delete Array(s) sub-menu.
5. Review the warning message, if you want to proceed, Select Confirm and change the setting to Enabled.
6. Select YES then press Enter.
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Installing RAID Driver
New Operating System Installation The following details the installation of the drivers while installing operating system. 1. During the operating system installation, after selecting the location to install
Windows click on Load driver button to install a third party RAID driver. 2. When prompted, insert the USB flash drive with AMD RAID Drivers and then click
Browse. To make an AMD RAID Drivers USB flash drive. Insert the MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. Copy all the contents in \\Storage\AMD\ 3. Navigate to the directory containing the saved AMD RAID drivers, then click OK. 4. Select the (rcbottom.inf) driver, click Next. 5. When prompted, click OK. 6. Click Browse and navigate to the directory containing the saved AMD RAID drivers
again, then click OK. 7. Select the (rcraid.inf) driver, click Next. 8. You have successfully installed the RAID driver, and Windows setup should
continue. 9. Leave the disk/ USB drive in the computer until the system reboots itself.
Windows setup will need to copy the files after the RAID volume is formatted, and Windows setup starts copying files.
AMD RAIDXpert2 Management Suite Installation 1. Set the SATA Mode to RAID Mode in BIOS 2. Insert the MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. 3. Click the Select to choose what happens with this disc pop-up notification, then
select Run DVDSetup.exe to open the installer. If you turn off the AutoPlay feature from the Windows Control Panel, you can still manually execute the DVDSetup. exe from the root path of the MSI Driver Disc. 4. Under the Drivers/Software tab, check the AMD RAID Drivers check-box. 5. Click the Install button. 6. When prompt you to restart, click OK button to finish. 7. Restart your computer and enter the Windows operating system. 8. Double-click the RAIDXpert2 icon to open the RAIDXpert2 Web GUI. Default credentials are: Username - admin Password - admin 9. Change the credentials: Create new username and password 10. Re-log into the RAIDXpert2 Web GUI with the new credentials.
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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. Connect the AC power cord to an electrical outlet securely. Check if all ATX power connectors like ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1 are connected from the power supply to the motherboard? Some power supply units have a power button on the rear side, make sure the button is turned on. Check if the power switch cable is connected to JFP1 pin header properly. Verify the Clear CMOS jumper JBAT1 is set to Keep DATA. Test with another known working power supply of equal or greater wattage.
The power is on, but no signal to monitor Connect the monitor power cord to a electrical outlet securely. Make sure the monitor is turned on. Select different inputs on the monitor. If 3 long beeps are heard, remove all memory modules and try to install only one memory module in the DIMMA2 slot first and then restart the computer. If 1 long 2 short beeps are heard, remove and reinstall the graphics card and then restart the computer. Test with another known working graphics card.
Lost BIOS password Clear the CMOS, but that will cause you to lose all customized settings in the BIOS.
There is no audio Adjust the volume. Connect the speakers/headphones to audio ports on the motherboard rear IO panel. Remove secondary speakers/ headphones, HDMI cables, USB audio devices. Test with another known working speaker or headphone.
There is no network Make sure the network chipset driver has been installed. Verify if the network cable is properly connected and make sure the LAN port LEDs are properly illuminated. Verify your TCP/IP settings. Restart or reset your router. Test with another known working LAN cable.
The USB device is not working Make sure your USB drive driver has been installed. Verify if USB device is listed in Windows® Device Manager. Connect the USB device to other USB port on the motherboard rear IO panel.
The computer does not boot after updating the BIOS Clear the CMOS. Use the secondary BIOS to bootup the system (Only for motherboard with Dual BIOS)
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Regulatory Notices
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:
· Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
· Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
· Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
· Consult 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
Products bearing the CE marking comply with one or more of the following EU Directives as may be applicable:
RED 2014/53/EU; Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU; EMC Directive 2014/30/EU; RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
Compliance with these directives is assessed using applicable European Harmonized Standards.
The point of contact for regulatory matters is MSI, MSI-NL Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son.
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C-Tick Compliance
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:
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
Environmental Policy
· The product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling and should not be thrown away at its end of life.
· Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products.
· Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor for further recycling information.
· Users may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for information regarding proper Disposal, Take-back, Recycling, and Disassembly of MSI products.
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 ElektronikAltgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden. MSI hat europaweit verschiedene Sammelund 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.
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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 zastitili prirodnu sredinu, i kao preduzee koje vodi racuna o okolini i prirodnoj sredini, MSI mora da vas podesti da...
Po Direktivi Evropske unije ("EU") o odbacenoj ekektronskoj i elektricnoj opremi, Direktiva 2002/96/ EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi koji spadaju pod "elektronsku i elektricnu opremu" ne mogu vise biti odbaceni kao obican otpad i proizvoaci ove opreme bie prinueni da uzmu natrag ove proizvode na kraju njihovog uobicajenog veka trajanja. MSI e postovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode mozete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
POLSKI
Aby chroni nasze rodowisko naturalne oraz jako firma dbajca o ekologi, MSI przypomina, e...
Zgodnie z Dyrektyw Unii Europejskiej ("UE") dotyczc odpadów produktów elektrycznych i elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w ycie 13 sierpnia 2005, tzw. "produkty oraz wyposaenie elektryczne i elektroniczne " nie mog by traktowane jako mieci komunalne, tak wic producenci tych produktów bd zobowizani do odbierania ich w momencie gdy produkt jest wycofywany z uycia. MSI wypelni wymagania UE, przyjmujc produkty (sprzedawane na terenie Unii Europejskiej) wycofywane z uycia. Produkty MSI bdzie mona zwraca w wyznaczonych punktach zbiorczych.
TÜRKÇE
Çevreci özelliiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatirlatir:
Avrupa Birlii (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atii, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altinda 13 Austos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler dier atiklar gibi çöpe atilamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazlarin üreticileri, cihazlarin kullanim süreleri bittikten sonra ürünleri geri toplamakla yükümlü olacaktir. Avrupa Birlii'ne satilan MSI markali ürünlerin kullanim süreleri bittiinde MSI ürünlerin geri alinmasi istei ile ibirlii içerisinde olacaktir. Ürünlerinizi yerel toplama noktalarina birakabilirsiniz.
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CESKY
Zálezí nám na ochran zivotního prostedí - spolecnost MSI upozoruje...
Podle smrnice Evropské unie ("EU") o likvidaci elektrických a elektronických výrobk 2002/96/ EC platné od 13. srpna 2005 je zakázáno likvidovat "elektrické a elektronické výrobky" v bzném komunálním odpadu a výrobci elektronických výrobk, na které se tato smrnice vztahuje, budou povinni odebírat takové výrobky zpt po skoncení jejich zivotnosti. Spolecnost MSI splní pozadavky na odebírání výrobk znacky MSI, prodávaných v zemích EU, po skoncení jejich zivotnosti. Tyto výrobky mzete odevzdat v místních sbrnách.
MAGYAR
Annak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük, illetve környezetvédként fellépve az MSI emlékezteti Önt, hogy ...
Az Európai Unió (,,EU") 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba lép, az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések hulladékairól szóló 2002/96/EK irányelve szerint az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések többé nem kezelhetek 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 gyjthelyre 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
JIS C 0950
JIS C 0950200671
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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 yönetmelii
Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeliine Uygundur
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Vit Nam RoHS
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Wireless Radio Use
This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 2.4GHz, 5GHz frequency band.
Cet appareil doit être utilisé à l'intérieur.
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2.4GHz, 5GHz
NCC
2.4GHz, 5GHz
Products with radio functionality (EMF)
This product incorporates a radio transmitting and receiving device. For computers in normal use, a separation distance of 20 cm ensures that radio frequency exposure levels comply with EU requirements. Products designed to be operated at closer proximities, such as tablet computers, comply with applicable EU requirements in typical operating positions. Products can be operated without maintaining a separation distance unless otherwise indicated in instructions specific to the product.
Restrictions for products with radio functionality
CAUTION: IEEE 802.11x wireless LAN with 5.155.35 GHz frequency band is restricted for indoor use only in all European Union member states, EFTA (Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein), and most other European countries (e.g., Switzerland, Turkey, Republic of Serbia). Using this WLAN application outdoors might lead to interference issues with existing radio services.
Radio frequency bands and maximum power levels
Features
:802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, BT
Frequency Range :2.4GHz, 5GHz
Modulation
:FHSS, DSSS, OFDM
Power Output
:10, 20, 23
Channel Band Width :1, 5, 20 ,40 , 80MHz
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Copyright
Micro-Star Int'l Co.,Ltd.
Copyright © 2020 All rights reserved.
The MSI logo used is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int'l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. MSI reserves the right to make changes to this document without prior notice.
Revision History
Version 1.0, 2020/06, First release.
Version 1.4, 2020/10, updated release.
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.
· Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com
· Register your product at: http://register.msi.com
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