MSI B350M Mortar Manual

Unpacking

Thank you for buying the MSI® B350M MORTAR motherboard. Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.

Drivers & Utilities

Motherboard User

Disc

Guide

Motherboard

I/O Shield

SATA Cable x2

Unpacking 1

Safety Information

yThe components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly.

yEnsure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.

yHold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.

yIt 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.

yStore the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.

yBefore turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.

yDo not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.

yIf you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer technician.

yAlways turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.

yKeep this user guide for future reference.

yKeep this motherboard away from humidity.

yMake sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.

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

yAll cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.

yIf 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.

yDo not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage the motherboard.

2 Safety Information

Quick Start

Preparing Tools and Components

AMD® AM4 CPU

Thermal Paste

CPU Fan

DDR4 Memory

Power Supply Unit

Chassis

SATA DVD Drive

SATA Hard Disk Drive

Graphics Card

Phillips Screwdriver

A Package of Screws

Quick Start 3

Installing a Processor

https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc

1

3

2

5

4

6	8
	9
	7

4 Quick Start

Installing DDR4 memory

http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs

1

2

3 2

	DIMMB2	DIMMB2
		DIMMB1
DIMMA2	DIMMA2	DIMMA2
		DIMMA1

Quick Start 5

Connecting the Front Panel Header

http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI

		-
		LED
	LED+		POWER
			POWER
	LED
SW		HDD
POWER
SW
RESET

2					10		1	HDD LED +	2	Power LED +
							3	HDD LED -	4	Power LED -
							5	Reset Switch	6	Power Switch
1					9
		JFP1					7	Reset Switch	8	Power Switch
							9	Reserved	10	No Pin

RESETSW

HDDLED

	HDD LED						HDD LED -
							HDD LED +
							POWER LED -
	POWER LED						POWER LED +

6 Quick Start

Installing the Motherboard

1

2

Quick Start 7

Installing SATA Drives

http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc	1

2	3

5

4

8 Quick Start

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 11

Power On

1

2

3

4

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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
Audio Ports Configuration ....................................................................................	20
Realtek HD Audio Manager ..................................................................................	21
Overview of Components ....................................................................................	23
CPU Socket ...........................................................................................................	25
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................	26
PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots..........................................................................	27
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) .........................................................................................	28
SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors .......................................................................	29
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ...................................................................	29
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors .......................................................	30
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors.............................................................................	31
JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors ...................................................................	31
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~3: Fan Connectors..........................................................	32
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................	33
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector.......................................................................	33
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector...........................................................................	34
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector .............................................................................	34
JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector ...........................................................................	35
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ...........................................................	35

Contents 13

JLED1: RGB LED connector .................................................................................	36
EZ Debug LED.......................................................................................................	36
BIOS Setup...........................................................................................................	37
Entering BIOS Setup.............................................................................................	37
Resetting BIOS......................................................................................................	38
Updating BIOS.......................................................................................................	38
Advanced Mode ....................................................................................................	41
SETTINGS..............................................................................................................	42
Advanced...............................................................................................................	42
Boot.......................................................................................................................	48
Security.................................................................................................................	48
Save & Exit............................................................................................................	49
OC..........................................................................................................................	51
M-FLASH ..............................................................................................................	54
OC PROFILE..........................................................................................................	55
HARDWARE MONITOR..........................................................................................	56
Software Description...........................................................................................	57
Installing Windows® 7 64-bit/ Windows®10 64-bit...............................................	57
Installing Drivers ..................................................................................................	57
Installing Utilities .................................................................................................	57
LIVE UPDATE 6......................................................................................................	58
COMMAND CENTER .............................................................................................	60
GAMING APP.........................................................................................................	64
RAMDISK...............................................................................................................	69
X-BOOST ...............................................................................................................	70
MSI SMART TOOL .................................................................................................	72
GAMING LAN MANAGER ......................................................................................	74
DRAGON EYE ........................................................................................................	76
XSplit Gamecaster V2 ...........................................................................................	77
SteelSeries Engine 3 ............................................................................................	81
CPU-Z....................................................................................................................	83
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................	84
Regulatory Notices..............................................................................................	85

14 Contents

Specifications

	CPU	Supports AMD® RYZEN series processors and 7th Gen
		A-series/ Athlon™ processors for Socket AM4
	Chipset	AMD® B350 Chipset
		y 4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB
		Supports DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667(OC)/ 2933(OC)/
		3200(OC)+ Mhz *
	Memory	y Dual channel memory architecture
		y Supports non-ECC UDIMM memory
		y Supports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode)
		* 7th Gen A-series/ Athlon ™ processors support a maximum of 2400 MHz.
		Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
		y 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot
		RYZEN series processors support x16 mode
	Expansion Slots	7th Gen A-series/ Athlon™ processors support x8 mode
		y 1x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
		y 2x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots*
		* PCI_E2 slot will be unavailable when an expansion card has been installed in
		the PCI_E3 slot.
		y 1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of
		1920x1200@60Hz*
		y 1x HDMI™ 1.4 port, supports a maximum resolution of
	Onboard Graphics	4096x2160@24Hz*
		y 1x DisplayPort, supports a maximum resolution of
		4096x2160@60Hz*
		* Only support when using a 7th Gen A-series/ Athlon™ processor
		Supports 2-Way AMD® CrossFire™ Technology
	Multi-GPU	y RYZEN series processors support x16/x4 mode
		y 7th Gen A-series/ Athlon™ processors support x8/x4 mode
		AMD® B350 Chipset
		y 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
	Storage	y 1x M.2 port (Key M)
		M2_1 slot supports PCIe 3.0 x4 (RYZEN series processor)
		or PCIe 3.0 x2 (7th Gen A-series/ Athlon™ processors)
		and SATA 6Gb/s 2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices
		y Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
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		y AMD® B350 Chipset
		4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports available
		through the internal USB connector
		6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports on
	USB	the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal
		USB connectors)
		y AMD® CPU
		4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (3 Type-A and
		1 Type-C ports on the back panel)
	Audio	y Realtek® ALC892 Codec
		y 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
	LAN	y 1x Realtek® 8111H Gigabit LAN controller
		y 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
		y 2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
		y 1x DVI-D port
		y 1x DisplayPort
	Back Panel	y 1x HDMI™ port
	Connectors	y 1x LAN (RJ45) port
		y 3x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports
		y 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C port
		y 5x OFC audio jacks
		y 1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
		y 1x 24-pin ATX 12V power connector
		y 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
		y 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
		y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
		y 2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (support additional 4 USB 3.1
		Gen1 ports)
		y 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
	Internal Connectors	y 3x 4-pin system fan connectors
		y 1x RGB LED connector
		y 1x TPM module connector
		y 1x Front panel audio connector
		y 2x System panel connectors
		y 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
		y 1x Serial port connector
		y 1x Parallel port connector
		y 1x Clear CMOS jumper
		Continued on next page

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		Continued from previous page
	I/O Controller	NUVOTON NCT6795D-M 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 9.6 in. (24.3 cm x 24.3 cm)
		y 1x 128 Mb flash
	BIOS Features	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 SMART TOOL
		y DRAGON EYE
		y GAMING APP
	Software	y X-BOOST
		y RAMDISK
		y GAMING LAN MANAGER
		y XSplit Gamecaster V2
		y SteelSeries Engine 3
		y CPU-Z MSI GAMING
		y Norton™ Internet Security Solution
		y Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
		Continued on next page

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		y Audio Boost
		y GAMING LAN with Gaming LAN Manager
		y Turbo M.2
		y Smart Fan Control
		y Mystic Light Extension
		y Gaming DNA with bottom LED
		y Mystic light SYNC
		y EZ Debug LED
		y PCI-E Steel Armor
		y DDR4 Boost
		y GAME Boost
	Special Features	y USB with type A+C
		y Military Class 4
		y 7000+ Quality Test
		y VR Ready
		y GAMING HOTKEY
		y GAMING MOUSE Control
		y Click BIOS 5
		y AMD FreeSync™ Ready
		y AMD OverDrive™ Ready
		y GAMING Certified
		y SteelSeries Certified
		y WTFast*
		* This offer is valid for a limited period only, for more information please visit
		www.msi.com

18 Specifications

Block Diagram

HDMI DisplayPort DVI-D

2 Channel DDR4 Memory

		CPU
		1 x M.2
PCI Express Bus		4 x USB 3.1 Gen1
	PCIex4
		Realtek
		ALC892
		Audio Jacks
		NV6795
		Super I/O
		P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard

	x1	PCIe x1 slot
	x1	PCIe x1 slot
4 x SATA 6Gb/s	x4	PCIe x4 slot
4 x USB 3.1 Gen1	B350
	Realtek
	8111H
6 x USB 2.0

Block Diagram 19

Rear I/O Panel

Audio Ports

PS/2	DisplayPort	LAN
	USB 3.1 Gen1
	DVI-D
USB 2.0		USB 3.1 Gen1
	USB 3.1 Gen1
	Type-C

Optical S/PDIF-Out

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

Audio Ports Configuration

	Audio Ports		Channel
		2	4	6	8
	Center/ Subwoofer Out			●	●
	Rear Speaker Out		●	●	●
	Line-In/ Side Speaker Out				●
	Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out	●	●	●	●
	Mic In
	(●: connected, Blank: empty)

20 Rear I/O Panel

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

Jack Status

Application

Enhancement

Main Volume											Connector
											Strings
						Profiles

yDevice Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related options. The check sign indicates the devices as default.

yApplication Enhancement - the array of options will provide you a complete guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.

yMain 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.

yProfiles - toggles between profiles.

yAdvanced Settings - provides the mechanism to deal with 2 independent audio streams.

yJack Status - depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your computer.

yConnector 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 21

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

Rear	Front
Side	Center/
	Subwoofer

22 Rear I/O Panel

Overview of Components

PCI_E1

PCI_E2

PCI_E3

PCI_E4

DIMMA1

SYS_FAN1

CPU_FAN1

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

CPU_PWR1

CPU Socket

DIMMB2

SYS_FAN2

ATX_PWR1

SATA1

SATA2

M2_1

SATA▼3▲4

JUSB3

JFP2

JAUD1

JFP1

JBAT1

JUSB4

SYS_FAN3

JCOM1

JUSB2

JUSB1

JLED1

JCI1

JLPT1

JTPM1

Overview of Components 23

Component Contents

	Port Name	Port Type	Page
	CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~3	Fan Connectors	32
	CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1	Power Connectors	30
	CPU Socket	AM4 CPU Socket	25
	DIMMA1, DIMMA2, DIMMB1,	DIMM Slots	26
	DIMMB2
	JAUD1	Front Audio Connector	33
	JBAT1	Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper	35
	JCI1	Chassis Intrusion Connector	33
	JCOM1	Serial Port Connector	34
	JFP1, JFP2	Front Panel Connectors	29
	JLED1	RGB LED connector	36
	JLPT1	Parallel Port Connector	35
	JTPM1	TPM Module Connector	34
	JUSB1~2	USB 2.0 Connectors	31
	JUSB3~4	USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors	31
	M2_1	M.2 Slot (Key M)	28
	PCI_E1~4	PCIe Expansion Slots	27
	SATA1~4	SATA 6Gb/s Connectors	29

24 Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Introduction to the AM4 CPU

The surface of the AM4 CPU has a yellow triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.

Important

yWhen changing the processor, the system configuration could be cleared and reset BIOS to default values, due to the AM4 processor’s architecture.

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

yWhen installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability.

yConfirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting your system.

yOverheating 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.

yIf you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.

yThis 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 25

DIMM Slots

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

Channel A

Channel B

DIMMA2

DIMMB2

Memory module installation recommendation

	DIMMB2	DIMMB2
		DIMMB1
DIMMA2	DIMMA2	DIMMA2
		DIMMA1

Important

yAlways insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first.

yDue to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less than the amount of installed.

yBased on the processor specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is suggested to protect the processor.

ySome memory modules may operate at a lower frequency than the marked value when overclocking due to the memory frequency operates dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD). Go to BIOS and find the DRAM Frequency to set the

memory frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher frequency.

yIt is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs installation or overclocking.

yThe stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU and devices when overclocking.

yDue to AM4 CPU/memory controller official specification limitation, the frequency of memory modules may operate lower than the marked value under the default state. Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.

26 Overview of Components

PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 (RYZEN series processors)

PCIe 3.0 x8 (7th Gen A-series/ Athlon™ processors)

PCI_E2: PCIe 2.0 x1 PCI_E3: PCIe 2.0 x1

PCI_E4: PCIe 2.0 x4

Multiple graphics cards installation recommendation

3.0 x16 (RYZEN series processors)

3.0 x8 (7th Gen A-series/ Athlon™ processors)

Important

	3.0 x16 (RYZEN series
			2.0 x4
	processors)
	3.0 x8 (7th Gen
	A-series/ Athlon™
	processors)

yIf 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.

yFor a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.

yWhen 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.

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