MSI H270M BAZOOKA, B250M BAZOOKA User Manual
Unpacking
Thank you for buying the MSI® H270M BAZOOKA/ B250M BAZOOKA motherboard.
Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If something
is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
Motherboard
I/O Shield
Drivers & Utilities
Disc
SATA Cable x2
Motherboard User
Guide
Unpacking
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Safety Information
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
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Quick Start
Preparing Tools and Components
Intel® LGA 1151 CPU
DDR4 Memory
SATA DVD Drive
CPU Fan Thermal Paste
Chassis
SATA Hard Disk Drive
Power Supply Unit
Graphics Card
Phillips Screwdriver
A Package of Screws
Quick Start
3
Installing a Processor
2
http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI
6
1
3
7
4
5
9
Quick Start
4
8
Installing DDR4 memory
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
2
1
2
3
DIMMB2 DIMMB2
DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMA1
Quick Start
5
Connecting the Front Panel Header
RESET SW
POWER SW
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
HDD LED
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
Quick Start
6
2 10
1
JFP1
1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +
3 HDD LED - 4 Power LED -
5 Reset Switch 6 Power Switch
9
7 Reset Switch 8 Power Switch
9 Reserved 10 No Pin
HDD LED
POWER LED
RESET SW
HDD LED
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED +
POWER LED POWER LED +
Installing the Motherboard
1
2
Quick Start
7
Installing SATA Drives
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
2
1
3
Quick Start
8
5
4
Installing a Graphics Card
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
1
3
2
5
4
6
Quick Start
9
Connecting Peripheral Devices
10
Quick Start
Connecting the Power Connectors
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
Quick Start
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Power On
1
2
3
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4
Quick Start
Contents
Unpacking .............................................................................................................. 1
Safety Information ................................................................................................. 2
Quick Start ............................................................................................................. 3
Preparing Tools and Components .......................................................................... 3
Installing a Processor ............................................................................................. 4
Installing DDR4 memory ........................................................................................ 5
Connecting the Front Panel Header ....................................................................... 6
Installing the Motherboard ..................................................................................... 7
Installing SATA Drives............................................................................................. 8
Installing a Graphics Card ...................................................................................... 9
Connecting Peripheral Devices ............................................................................ 10
Connecting the Power Connectors ....................................................................... 11
Power On............................................................................................................... 12
Specifications ....................................................................................................... 15
Block Diagram .................................................................................................... 19
Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... 20
LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 20
Realtek HD Audio Manager .................................................................................. 20
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 22
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 24
DIMM Slots ............................................................................................................ 25
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots .......................................................................... 26
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 26
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) ......................................................................................... 27
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 28
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................28
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. 28
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ....................................................... 29
JUSB2~3: USB 2.0 Connectors ............................................................................. 30
JUSB1: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors ....................................................................... 30
CPU_FAN1~2,SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors ....................................................... 31
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ....................................................................... 32
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ........................................................................... 32
JLED1: RGB LED connector ................................................................................. 33
JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector ........................................................................... 33
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 34
Contents
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EZ Debug LED ....................................................................................................... 34
BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 35
Entering BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 35
Resetting BIOS ...................................................................................................... 36
Updating BIOS ....................................................................................................... 36
System Status Menu ............................................................................................. 37
Advanced Menu ..................................................................................................... 38
Overclocking Menu ............................................................................................... 45
M-Flash Menu ....................................................................................................... 51
Security Menu ....................................................................................................... 52
Boot Menu ............................................................................................................. 54
Save & Exit Menu .................................................................................................. 55
Software Description ........................................................................................... 56
Installing Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10.............................................................................. 56
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 56
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 56
COMMAND CENTER ............................................................................................. 57
LIVE UPDATE 6 ...................................................................................................... 61
GAMING APP ......................................................................................................... 63
RAMDISK............................................................................................................... 67
GAMING LAN MANAGER ...................................................................................... 68
DRAGON EYE ........................................................................................................ 70
®
Intel
Extreme Tuning Utility ................................................................................ 71
SteelSeries Engine 3 ............................................................................................ 72
CPU-Z.................................................................................................................... 74
RAID Configuration (optional) ............................................................................. 75
Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM ........................................... 75
Degraded RAID Array ........................................................................................... 78
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 80
Regulatory Notices .............................................................................................. 81
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Specifications
Supports 6th/7th Gen Intel
CPU
Chipset Intel
Memory
Expansion Slots
Onboard Graphics
Storage
USB
Audio
LAN 1x Realtek
and Intel® Pentium® and Celeron® processors for Socket
LGA1151
®
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.
y1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)
y2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
y1x HDMI
4096x2160@24Hz, 2560x1600@60Hz
y1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of
1920x1200@60Hz
®
Intel
H270/ B250 Chipset
y6x SATA 6Gb/s ports
y1x M.2 slot (Key M)*
Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices
Intel
yH270 supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for
SATA storage devices
* The SATA1 port will be unavailable when an M.2 SATA SSD module has been
installed in the M.2 slot.
®
H270/ B250 Chipset
Intel
y6x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (3 Type-A & 1
Type-C ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through
the internal USB connector)
y6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 ports on the
back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB
connector)
yRealtek
y7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
®
Core™ i3/i5/i7 processors,
H270/ B250 Chipset
®
Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)**
™
port, supports a maximum resolution of
®
Optane ™ Memory Ready
®
ALC887 Codec
®
8111H Gigabit LAN controller
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y1x PS/2 keyboard port
y1x PS/2 mouse port
™
port
Back Panel
Connectors
y1x HDMI
y1x DVI-D port
y1x LAN (RJ45) port
y2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
y3x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports
y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C port
y3x audio jacks
y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0
ports)
y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.1
Gen1 ports)
y1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y2x 4-pin system fan connectors
Internal Connectors
y1x Front panel audio connector
y2x Front panel connectors
y1x TPM module connector
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y1x Serial port connector
y1x Parallel port connector
y1x RGB LED connecotr
y1x TBT connector
y1x Clear CMOS jumper
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6795 Controller Chip
y CPU/System temperature detection
Hardware Monitor
y CPU/System fan speed detection
y CPU/System fan speed control
Form Factor
y ATX Form Factor
y 9.6 in. x 9.0 in. (24.4 cm x 22.8 cm)
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Specifications
BIOS Features
Software
Arsenal GAMING
Features
Continued from previous page
y 1x 64 Mb flash
y UEFI AMI BIOS
y ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.8
y Multi-language
y Drivers
y COMMAND CENTER
y LIVE UPDATE 6
y FAST BOOT
y SUPER CHARGER
y GAMING APP
y RAMDISK
y GAMING LAN MANAGER
y X-BOOST
y MSI SMART TOOL
®
y Intel
Extreme Tuning Utility
™
y Norton
y Google Chrome
Internet Security Solution
™
,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
y SteelSeries Engine 3
y CPU-Z MSI GAMING
y DRAGON EYE
y GAMING LAN
GAMING Network Manager power by cFos
y GAMING APP
Gaming Hotkey
Gaming Mouse Control
y GAMING CERTIFIED
y WTFast GPN*
2-Month Premium License
Multi-Server Network Optimization
Advanced Lag Spike & Disconnect Reduction
* This offer is valid for a limited period only, for more information please visit
www.msi.com
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MSI Exclusive
Features
Specification
Highlights
Continued from previous page
y CLICK BIOS
y MILITARY CLASS 5
Military Class Component
Military Class Stability and Reliability
ESD Protection
EMI Protection
Humidity Protection
Circuit Protection
High Temperature Protection
VGA Armor PCIe Slots
y COMMAND CENTER
System Monitor
Smart Fan Control
y RAMDISK
y LIVE UPDATE 6
y GAMING DNA
y CPU-Z
y PCI Express 3.0 Support
y SATA Express Support
y NVMe / AHCI Driver Support
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Specifications
Block Diagram
PCI Express Bus
M.2
SATA 6Gb/s
USB 3.1 Gen1
Switch
HDMI DVI-D
HDMI
Dual Channel DDR4 Memory
CPU
DMI 3.0
PCI Express Bus
B250/ H270
x1
x1
PCIe x1 slot
PCIe x1 slot
PCI slot
USB 2.0
LPC Bus
NV6795
Super I/O
P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard
Realtek
ALC887
Audio Jacks
Block Diagram
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Rear I/O Panel
PS/2 Mouse
LAN
USB 3.1
Gen1
Type-A
Line-out
USB 3.1
Line-in
Gen1
Type-A
PS/2 Keyboard
DVI-D
USB 2.0
USB 3.1
Gen1
Mic in
Type-C
LAN Port LED Status Table
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
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.
Application
Enhancement
Main Volume
Rear I/O Panel
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Device
Selection
Profiles
Advanced
Settings
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.
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 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.
Rear I/O Panel
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Overview of Components
CPU_PWR1
CPU Socket
DIMMA1
CPU_FAN1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
SYS_FAN2
EZ Debug LED
ATX_PWR1
SYS_FAN1
PCI_E1
M2_1
JTPM1
PCI_E2
JLED1
PCI_E3
JCOM1
JAUD1
JLPT1
* JTBT1 is used to connect a specific card.
Overview of Components
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JUSB3
JUSB1
JBAT1
SATA▼1▲2
JCI1
SATA3
SATA4
JFP1
JFP2
SATA5
SATA6JUSB2
JTBT1*
Component Contents
Port Name Port Type Page
CPU_FAN1~2,SYS_FAN1~4 Fan Connectors 31
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1 Power Connectors 29
CPU Socket LGA1151 CPU Socket 24
DIMMA1, DIMMA2,
DIMMB1,DIMMB2
JAUD1 Front Audio Connector 28
JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper 34
JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 32
JCOM1 Serial Port Connector 28
JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors 28
JLED1 RGB LED connector 33
JLPT1 Parallel Port Connector 33
JTPM1 TPM Module Connector 32
JUSB1 USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors 30
JUSB2~3 USB 2.0 Connectors 30
M2_1 M.2 Slot (Key M) 27
DIMM Slots 25
PCI_E1~3 PCIe Expansion Slots 26
SATA1~6 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors 26
Overview of Components
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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
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DIMM Slots
DIMMA1 DIMMB1
Channel A Channel B
DIMMA2 DIMMB2
Memory module installation recommendation
DIMMB2 DIMMB2
DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMA1
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.
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PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots
PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16
PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1
PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x1
Important
y
When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and
unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion
card’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software
changes.
y
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.
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.
SATA6
SATA5
SATA4
SATA3
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.
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SATA2
SATA1
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