MSI A520M-A Pro Manual

4.3 (4)

Thank you for purchasing the MSI® B550M-A PRO/ A520M-A PRO motherboard. This User Guide gives information about board layout, component overview, BIOS setup and software installation.

Contents

 

SafetyInformation...........................................................................................

2

Specifications...................................................................................................

3

RearI/OPanel..................................................................................................

6

LAN Port LED Status Table.........................................................................................

6

OverviewofComponents.................................................................................

7

CPU Socket..................................................................................................................

8

DIMM Slots..................................................................................................................

9

PCI_E1~2: PCIe Expansion Slots................................................................................

9

M2_1: M.2 Slot...........................................................................................................

10

SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors...........................................................................

10

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors.......................................................................

11

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector.................................................................................

11

ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1: Power Connectors...........................................................

12

JUSB1, JUSB2: USB 2.0 Connectors........................................................................

13

JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen1 Connector..............................................................................

13

CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: Fan Connectors.................................................................

14

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector...............................................................................

14

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector...........................................................................

15

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector..................................................................................

15

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper...............................................................

16

EZ Debug LED...........................................................................................................

16

UEFIBIOS.......................................................................................................

17

BIOS Setup................................................................................................................

18

Entering BIOS Setup.................................................................................................

18

Resetting BIOS..........................................................................................................

18

Updating BIOS...........................................................................................................

19

InstallingOS,Drivers&Utilities....................................................................

20

Installing Windows® 10.............................................................................................

20

Installing Drivers.......................................................................................................

20

Installing Utilities......................................................................................................

20

Contents 1

SafetyInformation

∙ 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 Safety Information

Specifications

 

 

CPU

Support 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Desktop Processors and AMD

Ryzen™4000 G-Series Desktop Processors

Chipset

∙ AMD B550 Chipset (B550M-A PRO)

∙ AMD A520 Chipset (A520M-A PRO)

 

∙ 2x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB*

 

▪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/ 4600+

 

MHz by A-XMP OC MODE

Memory

▫1DPC 1R max speed 4600 MHz

▫1DPC 2R max speed 3866 MHz

 

∙ Dual channel memory architecture

 

∙ Supports non-ECC UDIMM memory

 

∙ Supports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode)

 

∙ Supports un-buffered memory

 

* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on

 

compatible memory.

 

∙ 1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot

Expansion Slots

∙ 1x PCIe x16 slot

▪B550M-A PRO supports PCIe 4.0/3.0*

 

▪A520M-A PRO supports PCIe 3.0

 

* PCIe specifications may vary depending on the CPU

 

installed.

 

∙ 1x HDMI 2.1 port, supporting a maximum resolution of

 

4096x2160 @60Hz*/**

Onboard

∙ 1x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of

1920x1200 @60Hz*

Graphics

∙ Maximum shared memory of 16GB

 

* Available for the processor with integrated graphics.

 

** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU

 

installed.

Audio

Realtek® ALC892 Codec

▪7.1-Channel High Definition Audio

 

 

Continued on next page

Specifications 3

 

Continued from previous page

LAN

∙ 1x Realtek® RTL8111H 1Gbps LAN controller

 

AMD B550/A520 Chipset

 

∙ 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports

 

∙ 1x M.2 slot (Key M) (from AMD Processor)

Storage

▪B550M-A PRO supports PCIe 4.0/3.0*

▪A520M-A PRO supports PCIe 3.0

 

▪Supports SATA 6Gb/s

 

▪Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices

 

* PCIe specifications may vary depending on the CPU

 

installed.

 

AMD B550/A520 Chipset

 

▪2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports are available through the

USB

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

 

∙ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector

 

∙ 1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector

 

∙ 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors

 

∙ 1x M.2 slots (M-Key)

 

∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2

 

USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)

Internal

∙ 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)

Connectors

∙ 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector

 

∙ 1x 4-pin system fan connector

 

∙ 1x Front panel audio connector

 

∙ 2x System panel connectors

 

∙ 1x Chassis Intrusion connector

 

∙ 1x TPM module connector

 

∙ 1x Clear CMOS jumper

 

Continued on next page

4 Specifications

 

Continued from previous page

 

∙ 1x HDMI port

 

 

∙ 1x DVI-D port

 

Back Panel

∙ 1x PS/2 mouse port

 

∙ 1x PS/2 keyboard port

 

Connectors

∙ 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports

 

∙ 2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports

 

 

∙ 1x LAN (RJ45) port

 

 

∙ 3x audio jacks

 

I/O Controller

NUVOTON NCT6687-R Controller Chip

Hardware

∙ CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection

∙ CPU/ System fan speed detection

Monitor

 

∙ CPU/ System fan speed control

Form Factor

∙ mATX Form Factor

 

∙ 9.3 in. x 7.9 in. (23.6 cm x 20 cm)

 

∙ 1x 256 Mb flash

 

BIOS Features

∙ UEFI AMI BIOS

 

∙ ACPI 6.0, SMBIOS 2.8

 

 

∙ Multi-language

 

 

∙ Drivers

 

Software

∙ DRAGON CENTER

 

∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING

 

 

∙ Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive

 

∙ Norton™ Internet Security Solution

 

∙ User Scenario

 

 

∙ Hardware Monitor

 

Dragon Center

∙ True Color

 

∙ Live Update

 

Features

Please refer to http://

 

∙ Speed Up

 

∙ Smart Tool

download.msi.com/manual/

 

mb/DRAGONCENTER2.pdf for

 

∙ Super Charger

more details.

Specifications 5

RearI/OPanel

LAN

 

Line-out

PS/2 Mouse

 

Line

-in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVI-D

PS/2 Keyboard

 

 

 

 

 

Mic in

USB 3.2

 

Gen 1

 

USB 2.0 Type-A

 

(5Gbps) Type-A

 

LANPortLEDStatusTable

Link/ Activity LED

Status Description

Off

No link

Yellow

Linked

Blinking

Data activity

Speed LED

Status Description

Off

10 Mbps connection

Green

100 Mbps connection

Orange

1 Gbps connection

Audio7.1-channelConfiguration

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 HD Audio Manager > 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 into a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you which device is current connected.

6 Rear I/O Panel

OverviewofComponents

CPU_PWR1

Processor Socket CPU_FAN1

SYS_FAN1

DIMMA1

 

DIMMB1

 

50.89mm*

ATX_PWR1

PCI_E1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JTPM1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

M2_1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI_E2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JFP2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JAUD1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JFP1

 

 

 

 

JCOM1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JCI1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JUSB3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JUSB1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JBAT1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JUSB2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Distance from the center of the CPU to the nearest DIMM slot.

Overview of Components 7

CPUSocket

Please install the CPU into the CPU socket as shown below.

1

2

4

5

3

7

 

6

8

Important

Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the CPU.

Please retain the CPU protective cap after installing the processor. MSI will deal with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard comes with the protective cap on the CPU socket.

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.

8 Overview of Components

DIMMSlots

Please install the memory module into the DIMM slot as shown below.

1

3

2

 

 

2

1

3

 

 

 

Important

 

 

Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less

than the amount of installed.

 

 

Please note that the maximum capacity of addressable memory is 4GB or less

for 32-bit Windows OS due to the memory address limitation. Therefore, we recom-

mended that you to install 64-bit Windows OS if you want to install more than 4GB

memory on the motherboard.

 

 

PCI_E1~2:PCIeExpansionSlots

PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH)

PCI_E2: PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x16 (CPU)

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.

Overview of Components 9

M2_1:M.2Slot

Please install the M.2 device into the M.2 slot as shown below.

3

2

Supplied

30º

M.2 screw

 

1

 

Standoff

 

SATA1~4:SATA6Gb/sConnectors

These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device.

SATA4

SATA1

SATA3

 

SATA2

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.

10 Overview of Components

MSI A520M-A Pro Manual

JFP1,JFP2:FrontPanelConnectors

These connectors connect to the switches and LEDs on the front panel.

Power LED

Power Switch

1

HDD LED +

2

Power LED +

+ - -+

 

3

HDD LED -

4

Power LED -

2

 

10

5

Reset Switch

6

Power Switch

1+--+

9Reserved

7

Reset Switch

8

Power Switch

HDD LED

Reset Switch

9

Reserved

10

No Pin

 

 

 

 

HDDLED

RESETSW

 

 

 

 

 

JFP1

JFP2

 

+ -

Buzzer

1

-

+

 

 

 

1

 

 

Speaker

3

 

 

 

 

 

HDD LED

 

 

 

 

 

HDD LED -

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HDD LED +

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER LED -

 

POWER LED

 

 

 

 

 

POWER LED +

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speaker -

2

Buzzer +

Buzzer -

4

Speaker +

 

 

 

JAUD1:FrontAudioConnector

This connector allow you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.

2

10

1

MIC L

2

Ground

3

MIC R

4

NC

1

9

5

Head Phone R

6

MIC Detection

7

SENSE_SEND

8

No Pin

 

 

9

Head Phone L

10

Head Phone Detection

Overview of Components 11

ATX_PWR1,CPU_PWR1:PowerConnectors

These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

+3.3V

13

+3.3V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

+3.3V

14

-12V

12

 

 

 

 

 

 

24

 

 

3

Ground

15

Ground

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

+5V

16

PS-ON#

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

Ground

17

Ground

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ATX_PWR1

6

+5V

18

Ground

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

Ground

19

Ground

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

PWR OK

20

Res

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

13

 

 

9

5VSB

21

+5V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

+12V

22

+5V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

+12V

23

+5V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12

+3.3V

24

Ground

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

1

Ground

3

+12V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

1

CPU_PWR1

2

Ground

4

+12V

Important

Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.

12 Overview of Components

JUSB1,JUSB2:USB2.0Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

10

 

1

VCC

2

VCC

 

 

3

USB0-

4

USB1-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

USB0+

6

USB1+

 

 

1

9

 

7

Ground

8

Ground

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

No Pin

10

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® SUPER CHARGER software.

 

 

 

JUSB3:USB3.2Gen1Connector

These connectors allow you to connect USB 3.2 Gen1 ports on the front panel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

Power

11

USB2.0+

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

USB3_RX_DN

12

USB2.0-

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

USB3_RX_DP

13

Ground

 

1

 

 

10

 

4

Ground

14

USB3_TX_C_DP

 

 

 

 

5

USB3_TX_C_DN

15

USB3_TX_C_DN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

USB3_TX_C_DP

16

Ground

20

 

 

11

 

 

 

 

7

Ground

17

USB3_RX_DP

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

USB2.0-

18

USB3_RX_DN

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

USB2.0+

19

Power

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

NC

20

No Pin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Important

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible

damage.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overview of Components 13

CPU_FAN1,SYS_FAN1:FanConnectors

PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with speed control signal. When you plug a 3-pin (Non-PWM) fan to a fan connector in PWM mode, the fan speed will always maintain at 100%, which might create a lot of noise.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connector

 

Default fan

 

Max. current

 

 

Max.

 

 

 

 

mode

 

 

 

power

 

 

 

 

CPU_FAN1

 

 

PWM mode

 

 

1A

 

 

 

 

 

 

12W

 

 

 

 

SYS_FAN1

 

 

PWM mode

 

 

1A

 

 

 

 

 

 

12W

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

PWM Mode pin definition

1

 

 

DC Mode pin definition

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

Ground

 

2

 

+12V

1

 

 

Ground

2

 

Voltage Control

3

 

 

Sense

 

4

Speed Control Signal

 

3

 

 

Sense

4

 

NC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Important

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can adjust fan speed in BIOS > Hardware Monitor.

 

 

 

 

JTPM1:TPMModuleConnector

This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.

 

 

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SPI Power

2

SPI Chip Select

2

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Master In Slave Out (SPI

4

Master In Slave In (SPI

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14 Overview of Components

JCI1:ChassisIntrusionConnector

This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable.

Normal

Trigger the chassis

(default)

intrusion event

Usingchassisintrusiondetector

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.

Resettingthechassisintrusionwarning

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.

JCOM1:SerialPortConnector

This connector allows you to connect the optional serial port with bracket.

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Overview of Components 15

JBAT1:ClearCMOS(ResetBIOS)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

Clear CMOS/ Reset

(default)

BIOS

ResettingBIOStodefaultvalues

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.

EZDebugLED

These LEDs indicate the status of the motherboard.

CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail.

DRAM - indicates DRAM is not detected or fail.

VGA - indicates GPU is not detected or fail.

BOOT - indicates booting device is not detected or fail.

16 Overview of Components

UEFIBIOS

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.

UEFIadvantages

∙ 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.

IncompatibleUEFIcases

∙∙32-bit Windows operating system - this motherboard supports only 64-bit Windows 10 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.

HowtochecktheBIOSmode?

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

UEFI BIOS 17

BIOSSetup

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 continuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be held for reference only. You could also refer to the HELP information panel for BIOS item description.

The BIOS items will vary with the processor.

EnteringBIOSSetup

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.

Functionkey

F1: General Help

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.

ResettingBIOS

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

Please refer to the Clear CMOS jumper section for resetting BIOS.

18 UEFI BIOS

UpdatingBIOS

UpdatingBIOSwithM-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.

▪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.

UpdatingtheBIOSwithDragonCenter

Before updating:

Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the internet connection is set properly.

Updating BIOS:

1. Install and launch MSI DRAGON CENTER and go to Support page. 2. Select Live Update and click on Advance button.

3. Click on Scan button to search the latest BIOS file.

4. Select the BIOS file and click on Download icon to download and install the latest BIOS file.

5. Click Next and choose In Windows mode. And then click Next and Start to start updating BIOS.

6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart automatically.

UEFI BIOS 19

InstallingOS,Drivers&Utilities

Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com

InstallingWindows®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.

InstallingDrivers

1. Start up your computer in Windows® 10.

2. Insert MSI® Driver 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 Driver 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.

InstallingUtilities

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.

20 Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities

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