Thank you for purchasing the MSI® H270 GAMING PRO CARBON/
B250 GAMING PRO CARBON 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.
Kurzanleitung
Danke, dass Sie das MSI® H270 GAMING PRO CARBON/ B250
GAMING PRO CARBON Motherboard gewählt haben. Dieser Abschnitt
der Kurzanleitung bietet eine Demo zur Installation Ihres Computers.
Manche Installationen bieten auch die Videodemonstrationen.
Klicken Sie auf die URL, um diese Videoanleitung mit Ihrem Browser
auf Ihrem Handy oder Table anzusehen. Oder scannen Sie auch den
QR Code mit Ihrem Handy, um die URL zu öffnen.
Présentation rapide
Merci d’avoir choisi la carte mère MSI® H270 GAMING PRO
CARBON/ B250 GAMING PRO CARBON. Ce manuel fournit une rapide
présentation avec des illustrations explicatives qui vous aideront à
assembler votre ordinateur. Des tutoriels vidéo sont disponibles pour
certaines étapes. Cliquez sur le lien fourni pour regarder la vidéo sur
votre téléphone ou votre tablette. Vous pouvez également accéder au
lien en scannant le QR code qui lui est associé.
Быстрый старт
Благодарим вас за покупку материнской платы MSI® H270
GAMING PRO CARBON/ B250 GAMING PRO CARBON. В этом
разделе представлена информация, которая поможет вам
при сборке комьютера. Для некоторых этапов сборки имеются
видеоинструкции. Для просмотра видео, необходимо открыть
соответствующую ссылку в веб-браузере на вашем телефоне или
планшете. Вы также можете выполнить переход по ссылке, путем
сканирования QR-кода.
Quick Start
I
Installing a Processor/ Installation des Prozessors/ Installer un
processeur/ Установка процессора
2
https://youtu.be/4ce91YC3Oww
6
1
3
7
4
5
9
Quick Start
II
8
Installing DDR4 memory/ Installation des DDR4-Speichers/
Installer une mémoire DDR4/ Установкапамяти DDR4
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
1
1
2
3
2
3
DIMMB2DIMMB2
DIMMA2DIMMA2DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMA1
Quick Start
III
RESET SW
POWER SW
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
HDD LED
Connecting the Front Panel Header/ Anschließen der
Frontpanel-Stiftleiste/ Connecter un connecteur du panneau
avant/ Подключениеразъемовпереднейпанели
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
IV
210
1
Quick Start
JFP1
1HDD LED +2Power LED +
3HDD LED -4Power LED -
5Reset Switch6Power Switch
9
7Reset Switch8Power Switch
9Reserved10No Pin
HDD LED
POWER LED
RESET SW
HDD LED
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED +
POWER LED POWER LED +
Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/
Installer la carte mère/ Установкаматеринской платы
1
2
Quick Start
V
Installing SATA Drives/ Installation der SATA-Laufwerke/
Installer le disque dur SATA/ Установкадисков SATA
1
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
2
3
5
4
VI
Quick Start
Installing a Graphics Card/ Einbau der Grafikkarte/ Installer
une carte graphique/ Установкадискретнойвидеокарты
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
1
3
2
5
4
6
Quick Start
VII
Connecting Peripheral Devices/ Peripheriegeräte/
Connecter un périphérique anschliessen/ Подключениепериферийныхустройств
The picture is for reference only.
Quick Start
VIII
Connecting the Power Connectors/ Stromanschlüsse
anschliessen/ Connecter les câbles du module d’alimentation/ Подключениеразъемовпитания
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
Quick Start
IX
Power On/ Einschalten/ Mettre sous-tension/ Включение
питания
1
2
3
Quick Start
X
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Contents
Safety Information ................................................................................................. 3
y 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.
y Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
y Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. y 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.
y Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static
pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.
y Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal
components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
y Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause
permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
y If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer
technician.
y Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.
y Keep this user guide for future reference.y Keep this motherboard away from humidity.y Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on
the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
y Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
y All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.y 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.
y Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage
the motherboard.
Safety Information
3
Specifications
Supports 7th/6th Gen Intel
CPU
ChipsetIntel
Memory
Expansion Slots
Onboard Graphics
Multi-GPUy Supports 2-Way AMD
and Intel® Pentium® and Celeron® processors for Socket
LGA1151
®
H270/ B250 Chipset
y4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB
7th Gen processors support DDR4 2400/ 2133 MHz*
6th Gen processors support DDR4 2133 MHz*
yDual channel memory architecture
ySupports Intel
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
** DDR4 memory modules can only run at maximum of 2400 MHz for 7th Gen
processors and 2133 MHz for 6th Gen processors on XMP mode.
* M.2 and SATA ports maximum support 1x M.2 PCIe SSD + 1x M.2 SATA SSD +
5x SATA HDDs. Please refer to page 18 for M.2 slots with examples of various
combination possibilities.
** The Turbo U.2 Host Card is not included, please purchase separately.
®
*** Intel
Optane™ Technology is only supported when using 7th Gen
processors. Before using Intel® Optane™ memory modules, please ensure
that you have updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI
website.
®
H270 Chipset
Intel
y Supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA
storage devices
y Supports RAID 0 and RAID1 for M.2 PCIe storage devices*
* M.2 PCIe RAID volume can be created with M.2 GENIE. Please refer to page
30 for details about M.2 GENIE.
y ASMedia
®
ASM2142 Chipset
1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C port
on the back panel
1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-A port
on the back panel
®
y Intel
H270/ B250 Chipset
8x/6x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (4/2 Type-A
ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the
internal USB connectors)*
6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports on
the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal
USB connectors)
* The H270 chipset has 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports and the B250 chipset has 2 USB
3.1 Gen1 ports on the back panel.
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Specifications
5
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®
ALC1220 Codec
Audio
y Realteky 7.1-Channel High Definition Audioy Supports S/PDIF output
LAN1x Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN controller
y 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo porty 2x USB 2.0 Type-A portsy 1x DVI-D porty 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A port
y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port
Back Panel
Connectors
y 4x/2x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports*
y 1x HDMI
™
port
y 1x LAN (RJ45) porty 5x OFC audio jacksy 1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
* The H270 chipset has 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports and the B250 chipset has 2 USB
3.1 Gen1 ports on the back panel.
y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connectory 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectory 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectorsy 2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB
3.1 Gen1 ports)
y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0
ports)
y 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
Internal Connectors
y 1x 4-pin water pump fan connectory 4x 4-pin system fan connectorsy 1x Front panel audio connectory 2x Front panel connectorsy 1x RGB LED connectory 1x TPM module connectory 1x Serial port connectory 1x Chassis Intrusion connectory 1x Clear CMOS jumper
I/O ControllerNUVOTON NCT6795 Controller Chip
y CPU/System temperature detection
Hardware Monitor
y CPU/System fan speed detectiony CPU/System fan speed control
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Specifications
6
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Form Factor
BIOS Features
Software
y ATX Form Factory 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
y 1x 128 Mb flashy UEFI AMI BIOSy ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.8y Multi-language
y Driversy COMMAND CENTERy LIVE UPDATE 6y FAST BOOTy SUPER CHARGERy GAMING APPy RAMDISKy X-BOOSTy MSI SMART TOOLy GAMING LAN MANAGERy Nahimic Audioy XSplit Gamecaster V2
®
y Intel
Extreme Tuning Utility
™
y Nortony Google Chrome
Internet Security Solution
™
,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
y SteelSeries Engine 3y CPU-Z MSI GAMINGy DRAGON EYE
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Specifications
7
Special Features
Continued from previous page
y Audio Boost 4y Nahimic 2y GAMING LAN with cFos
®
y Intel
Optane™ Memory Ready
y Twin Turbo M.2y M.2 Geniey Pump Fany Smart Fan Controly Mystic Lighty Mystic Light Extension (RGB)y Mystic light SYNCy PCI-E Steel Armory M.2 Steel Armory Multi GPU – CrossFire Technologyy DDR4 Boosty Lightning USBy X-Boosty Military Class 5y 7000+ Quality Testy VR Readyy Dragon eyey Xsplit y RAMDisk y GAMING HOTKEYy Click BIOS 5y WTFast GPN*
* This offer is valid for a limited period only, for more information please visit
www.msi.com
Specifications
8
Rear I/O Panel
USB 3.1 Gen1
(H270 GAMING PRO CARBON)
PS/2
DVI-D
LAN
Audio Ports
USB 3.1 Gen2
USB 2.0
LAN Port LED Status Table
Link/ Activity LED
StatusDescription
OffNo link
YellowLinked
BlinkingData activity
Audio Ports Configuration
Type-C
Optical S/PDIF-Out
USB 3.1 Gen1USB 3.1 Gen2
Speed LED
StatusDescription
Off10 Mbps connection
Green100 Mbps connection
Orange1 Gbps connection
Audio Ports
Center/ Subwoofer Out● ●
Rear Speaker Out● ● ●
Line-In/ Side Speaker Out●
Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out● ● ● ●
Mic In
Channel
2468
(●: connected, Blank: empty)
Rear I/O Panel
9
Realtek HD Audio Manager
After installing the Realtek HD Audio driver, the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon will
appear in the system tray. Double click on the icon to launch.
Device
Selection
Advanced
Settings
Application
Enhancement
Main Volume
Profiles
Jack Status
Connector
Strings
y Device Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related
options. The check sign indicates the devices as default.
y Application Enhancement - the array of options will provide you a complete
guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.
y 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.
y Profiles - toggles between profiles.y Advanced Settings - provides the mechanism to deal with 2 independent audio
streams.
y Jack Status - depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your
computer.
y Connector Settings - configures the connection settings.
Auto popup dialog
When you plug into a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you
which device is current connected.
Each jack corresponds to its default setting as shown on the next page.
Rear I/O Panel
10
Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram
Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram
AUDIO INPUT
Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram
AUDIO INPUT
RearFront
Side Center/
Subwoofer
Rear I/O Panel
11
Overview of Components
M2_1
PCI_E1
PCI_E2
PCI1
PCI_E3
M2_2
PCI_E4
PCI2
CPU_PWR1
SYS_FAN1
CPU Socket
CPU_FAN1
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
PUMP_FAN1
SYS_FAN4
ATX_PWR1
JUSB3
JBAT1
JUSB4
SATA▼1▲2
SATA3
SATA4
SATA▼5▲6
SYS_FAN3
JCI1
Overview of Components
12
JAUD1
JLED1
SYS_FAN2
JCOM1
JUSB1
JUSB2
JFP1
JFP2
JTPM1
CPU Socket
Introduction to the LGA 1151 CPU
The surface of the LGA 1151 CPU has
two notches and a golden triangle to
assist in correctly lining up the CPU for
motherboard placement. The golden
triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.
Important
y
Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing
the CPU.
y
Please retain the CPU protective cap after installing the processor. MSI will deal
with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard
comes with the protective cap on the CPU socket.
y
When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink
is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability.
y
Confirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting
your system.
y
Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure
the cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Be sure to
apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the
heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
y
Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering
the socket with the plastic cap.
y
If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the
documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.
y
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to
overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate
overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not
recommended. MSI® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by
inadequate operation beyond product specifications.
Overview of Components
13
DIMM Slots
DIMMA1DIMMB1
Channel AChannel B
DIMMA2DIMMB2
Memory module installation recommendation
DIMMB2DIMMB2
DIMMA2DIMMA2DIMMA2
Important
y
Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first.
y
Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less
than the amount of installed.
y
Based on Intel CPU specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is
suggested to protect the CPU.
y
Please note that the maximum capacity of addressable memory is 4GB or less
for 32-bit Windows OS due to the memory address limitation. Therefore, we
recommended that you to install 64-bit Windows OS if you want to install more than
4GB memory on the motherboard.
y
Some memory may operate at a lower frequency than the marked value when
overclocking due to the memory frequency operates dependent on its Serial
Presence Detect (SPD). Go to BIOS and find the Memory Try It! to set the memory
frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher
frequency.
y
It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs
installation or overclocking.
y
The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU
and devices when overclocking.
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.
Overview of Components
15
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M)
Important
y
Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM.
y
Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready for all M.2 slots (for
M2_1
H270)
y
Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready for M2_2 slot (for B250)
M2_2
Installing M.2 module
1. Remove the screw from
the base screw.
2. Remove the base screw.
3. Tighten the base screw
into the hole of the
distance to the M.2 slot
as the length your M.2
module.
4. Insert your M.2 module
into the M.2 slot at a
30-degree angle.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2
module.
http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA
1
2
4
3
30°
5. Put the screw in the
notch on the trailing edge
of your M.2 module and
tighten it into the base
screw.
Overview of Components
16
5
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.
SATA4
SATA2
SATA1
SATA3
SATA6
SATA5
Important
y
Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during
transmission otherwise.
y
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.