MSI 970A-G45 User Manual

970A-G45 series

MS-7693 (v1.x) Mainboard

G52-76931X5

Preface

Copyright Notice

The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guaranteeisgivenastothecorrectnessofitscontents.Ourproductsareundercontinual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.

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Revision	History
Revision	Revision History	Date
V1.0	First release for PCB 1.X	2011/ 05
V1.1	Update release for PCB 1.X	2011/ 11

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Technical Support

If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, 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/service/download

◙Contact our technical staff at: http://support.msi.com

Safety Instructions

Always read the safety instructions carefully.

Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.

Keep this equipment away from humidity.

Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.

The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.

Make sure the voltage of the power source is at 110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.

Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord.

Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.

All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

Never pour any liquid into the opening that can cause damage or cause electrical shock.

If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service personnel:

The power cord or plug is damaged.

Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.

The equipment has been exposed to moisture.

The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to User’s Manual.

The equipment has been dropped and damaged.

The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.

DONOTLEAVETHISEQUIPMENTINANENVIRONMENTABOVE60oC(140oF), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.

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FCC -B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

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 measures listed below.

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/television technician for help.

Notice 1

The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Notice 2

Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.

VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.

Micro-Star International

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This device complies with Part15 ofthe FCCRules.Operationis subject tothefollowing 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.

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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.

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Chemical Substances Information

Incompliancewithchemicalsubstancesregulations,suchastheEUREACHRegulation (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

BSMI EMI

:

使用者會被要求採取某些適當的對策。

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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement

ENGLISH

To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that...

UndertheEuropeanUnion(“EU”)DirectiveonWasteElectricalandElectronic 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

GemäßderRichtlinie2002/96/EGüberElektro-undElektronik-AltgerätedürfenElektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte 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.

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.

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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 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 kojimajeistekaovektrajanja,kojiimajuMSIoznakuikojisuprodatiuEU.Oveproizvode 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 wypełniwymaganiaUE,przyjmującprodukty(sprzedawanenaterenieUniiEuropejskiej) 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

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Contents

Copyright	Notice	ii
Trademarks		ii
Revision	History	ii
Technical	Support	iii
Safety Instructions		iii
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement		iv
Battery Information		v
Chemical Substances Information		v
BSMI EMI		v
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement		vi
Chapter 1 Getting Started		1-1

Mainboard Specifications 1-2

Mainboard Layout 1-4

Packing Contents 1-5

Optional Accessories 1-5

Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 2-1

Quick Components Guide 2-2

Mounting Screw Holes 2-3

CPU (Central Processing Unit) 2-4

Memory 2-7

Power Supply 2-9

Back Panel 2-10

Connectors 2-12

Jumper 2-17

Slots 2-18

LED Status Indicators 2-19

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 3-1

Entering Setup 3-2

The Menu Bar 3-4

Main Menu 3-5

Advanced 3-6

Overclocking 3-11

M-Flash 3-18

Security 3-19

Green Power 3-21

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Boot 3-22 Save & Exit 3-23

Appendix A Realtek Audio A-1

Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver A-2 Software Configuration A-3 Hardware Default Setting A-5

Appendix B AMD RAID B-1

RAID Configuration B-2

Chapter1

Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the 970A-G45 Series (MS-7693 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The 970A-G45 Series mainboards are based on AMD® 970 & SB950 chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced AMD® AM3/ AM3+ processors, the 970A-G45 Series deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.

Getting Started

Mainboard Specifications

Processor Support

■AMD® PhenomTM II, AthlonTM and Sempron processor in the AM3/ AM3+ package. (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support)

HyperTransport

■ HyperTransport™ 3.0, supports up to 4.8 GT/s

Chipset

■ AMD® 970 & SB950

Memory Support

■DDR3 2133*(OC)/ 1866/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 SDRAM (total 32 GB Max)

■4 DDR3 DIMMs (240-pin/ 1.5V)

(* OC= overclocking, for more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report)

LAN

■ Supports LAN 10/ 100/ 1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek® RTL8111E

Audio

■Chip integrated by Realtek® ALC892

■Flexible 7.1-channels audio-out

■Compliant with Azalia 1.0 Spec

SATA

■ 6 SATA 6Gb/s ports by AMD® SB950

RAID

■ SATA1~6 supports RAID 0/ 1/ / 5/ 10 mode by AMD® SB950

Multi-GPU

■ Supports ATI® CrossFireXTM Technology

USB 3.0

■ 2 USB 3.0 rear IO ports by ASMedia® ASM1042

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Connectors

■Back panel

-1 Optical S/PDIF-Out port

-1 PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port

-1 Serial port

-6 USB 2.0 ports

-2 USB 3.0 ports

-1 LAN port

-6 flexible audio ports

■On-Board

-3 USB 2.0 connectors

-1 S/PDIF-out connector

-1 Front Panel Audio connector

-1 Chassis Intrusion connector

-1 TPM Module connector

Slots

■2 PCIe 2.0 x16 slots (PCI_E2 supports up to x16 speed, PCI_E4 supports up to x4 speed)

■2 PCIe 2.0 x1 slots

■2 PCI slots, support 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus Interface

Form Factor

■ ATX (22.5 cm X 30.5 cm)

Mounting screw holes

■ 6 mounting screw holes

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Mainboard Layout

Top : Optical S/PDIF_out
Bottom: keyboard/ mouse
	2	CPUFAN
COM port	JPWR

USB 2.0 ports		AM3SOCKET
USB 2.0 ports
USB 3.0 ports
Top: LAN Jack
Bottom: USB 2.0 ports		DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4
M:Line-Out
T:Line-In
B:Mic
T:RS-Out	1
M:CS-Out	SYSFAN
B:SS-Out
	PCI_E1
	PCI_E2
JCI1	PCI_E3
		BATT
		+
	PCI1
	PCI_E4
	PCI2	JSPI1

SATA5 SATA6

SATA3 SATA4

SATA1 SATA2

JPWR1

SYSFAN2

JAUD1 JSP1

JTPM1

JUSB1 JUSB2 JUSB3

JFP1

JFP2 JBAT1

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Packing Contents

	Mainboard	Driver / Utility	User Guide	Back IO Shield
		DVD

SATA Cable

Optional Accessories

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USB 2.0	M-Connector	S/PDIF Out	SATA Power
Bracket		Bracket	Cable

CrossFire

Cable

*These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice.

*The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased.

*If you need to purchase the optional accessories, please visit http://www.msi.com/ index.php to inquire the part numbers or consult the dealer.

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Hardware Setup

This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup procedures. While performing the installation, be careful in holding the components and following the installation procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong orientation, the components will not work properly.

Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. Static electricity may damage the components.

Hardware Setup

Quick Components Guide
	SYSFAN1, p.2-13		CPUFAN, p.2-13
JPWR2, p.2-9	CPU, p.2-4		DDR3, p.2-7
BackPanel,			SOCKET
p.2-10			AM3
			JPWR1, p.2-9
PCIe, p.2-18
			SYSFAN2, p.2-13
JCI1, p.2-13
			SATA, p.2-12
PCI, p.2-18
			JBAT1, p.2-17
JAUD1, p.2-15	JTPM1, p.2-16		JFP1/ JFP2, p.2-14
JSP1, p.2-14		JUSB1~3, p.2-15
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Mounting Screw Holes

When you install the mainboard, you have to place the mainboard into the chassis in the correct direction. The locations of screws holes on the mainboard are shown as below.

The side has to toward the rear, the position

for the I/O shield of the chassis.

AM3 SOCKET

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Screw holes

Refer above picture to install standoffs in the appropriate locations on chassis and then screw through the mainboard screw holes into the standoffs.

Important

•To prevent damage to the mainboard, any contact between the mainboard circuit and chassis or unnecessary standoffs mounted on the chassis is prohibited.

•Please make sure there are no metal components placed on the mainboard or within the chassis that may cause short circuit of the mainboard.

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CPU (Central Processing Unit)

When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning on the computer.

For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support

Important

Overheating

Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Make sure that you apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.

Replacing the CPU

While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or unplug the power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the safety of CPU.

Overclocking

This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make sure your components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications.

Introduction to AM3/ AM3+ CPU

The surface of CPU. Remember to apply some thermal paste on it for better heat dispersion.

Gold arrow

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CPU & Cooler Installation

When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.

Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard.

1. Pull the lever sideways away from	2. Look for the gold arrow of the CPU.
the socket. Make sure to raise the	Thegoldarrowshouldpointasshown
lever up to a 90-degree angle.	in the picture. The CPU can only fit in
	the correct orientation.

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3.If the CPU is correctly installed, the pins should be completely embedded into the socket and can not be seen. Please note that any violation of the correct installation procedures may cause permanent damages to your mainboard.

4.Press the CPU down firmly into the socket and close the lever. As the CPU is likely to move while the lever is being closed, always close the leverwithyourfingerspressingtightly on top of the CPU to make sure the CPU is properly and completely embedded into the socket.

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5.Position the cooling set onto the retention mechanism.

Hook one end of the clip to hook first.

7. Fasten down the lever.

6.Then press down the other end of the clip to fasten the cooling set on the top of the retention mechanism.

Locate the Fix Lever and lift up it .

8.AttachtheCPUFancabletotheCPU fan connector on the mainboard.

Important

•While disconnecting the Safety Hook from the fixed bolt, it is necessary to keep an eye on your fingers, because once the Safety Hook is disconnected from the fixed bolt, the fixed lever will spring back instantly.

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Memory

These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report

DDR3

240-pin, 1.5V

72x2=144 pin

48x2=96 pin

Dual-Channel mode Population Rule

In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance the system performance. The following illustrations explain the population rules for Dual-Channel mode.

1 DIMM1

DIMM2

DIMM3

DIMM4

2 DIMM1

DIMM2

DIMM3

DIMM4

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Important

•DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR2 and the DDR3 standard is not backwards compatible. You should always install DDR3 memory modules in the DDR3 DIMM slots.

•In Dual-Channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the same type and density in different channel DIMM slots.

•To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules into the DIMM4/ DIMM2 first.

•Due to the chipset resource deployment, the system density will only be detected up to 31+GB (not full 32GB) when each DIMM is installed with a 8GB memory module.

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