MSI B360-F Pro User Manual

Unpacking

Thank you for buying the MSI® B360-F PRO/ H310-F PRO 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

24-pin to 2-pin Adapter x4

Installation Guide

Case Badge

Unpacking

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

Contents

Unpacking .............................................................................................................. 1

Safety Information ................................................................................................. 2

Specifications ......................................................................................................... 5

Block Diagram ...................................................................................................... 9

Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... 10

LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 10

Debug LED Table .................................................................................................. 10

Realtek HD Audio Manager .................................................................................. 11

Overview of Components .................................................................................... 12

B360-F PRO .......................................................................................................... 12

H310-F PRO .......................................................................................................... 13

CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 15

DIMM Slots ............................................................................................................ 17

PCI_E1~18: PCIe Expansion Slots ........................................................................ 19

PCIe Slot LEDs ...................................................................................................... 20

JPS_ON1~4: Multiple Power Supplies Turn On Connectors ................................ 20

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1, GPU_PWR1~3 (optional): Power Connectors .............. 21

CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: Fan Connectors .............................................................. 22

SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 23

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 23

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................24

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ........................................................................... 24

JUSB1: USB 2.0 Connector .................................................................................. 25

JUSB2: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector ......................................................................... 25

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ....................................................................... 26

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. 26

POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button ................................................. 27

CLR_CMOS1: Clear CMOS Button ........................................................................ 27

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 27

BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 28

Entering BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 28

Boot Screen .......................................................................................................... 29

Mining Mode ......................................................................................................... 29

Resetting BIOS ...................................................................................................... 30

Updating BIOS ....................................................................................................... 30

EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 31

Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 33

Contents

SETTINGS .............................................................................................................. 34

Advanced ............................................................................................................... 35

Boot ....................................................................................................................... 40

Security ................................................................................................................. 41

Save & Exit ............................................................................................................ 42

OC .......................................................................................................................... 43

M-FLASH .............................................................................................................. 49

OC PROFILE .......................................................................................................... 50

HARDWARE MONITOR .......................................................................................... 51

Software Description ........................................................................................... 52

Installing Windows® 10 ......................................................................................... 52

Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 52

Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 52

APP MANAGER ..................................................................................................... 53

LIVE UPDATE 6 ...................................................................................................... 54

COMMAND CENTER ............................................................................................. 56

X-BOOST ............................................................................................................... 60

DPC LATENCY TUNER .......................................................................................... 62

SMART TOOL ......................................................................................................... 63

RAMDISK............................................................................................................... 65

NETWORK MANAGER ........................................................................................... 66

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 68

Contents

Specifications

CPU

Chipset Intel

Memory

Expansion Slot

Onboard Graphics

Storage

USB

Supports 8th Gen Intel processors for Socket LGA1151

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

（H310-F PRO）

1920x1200@60Hz

4096x2160@30Hz

Intel

on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB connector)

the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB connector)

Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron®

B360/ H310 Chipset

y 2x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 32GB y Supports DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz y Supports Dual-Channel mode y Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory y Supports Intel

Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

y 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot y 17x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots （B360-F PRO）/ 12x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots

y 1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of

y 1x HDMI™ port 1.4, supports a maximum resolution of

B360/ H310 Chipset

y 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports

B360/ H310 Chipset

y 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports

y 6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (4 Type-A ports on

Audio

y Realtek y 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio

ALC887 Codec

LAN 1x Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN controller

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Speciﬁcations

Back Panel

Connectors

Internal Connectors

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y 4x Debug LEDs y 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port y 1x DVI-D port y 1x HDMI port y 2x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports y 1x LAN (RJ45) port y 4x USB 2.0 Type-A ports y 3x Audio jacks

y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector y 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector y 3x 4-pin PCIe power connectors （B360-F PRO）/ 2x 4-pin

PCIe power connectors （H310-F PRO）

y 4x 2-pin PS_ON connectors y 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors y 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.1

Gen1 ports)

y 1x USB 2.0 connector (supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports) y 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector y 1x 4-pin system fan connector y 1x Front panel audio connector y 2x Front panel connectors y 1x TPM module connector y 1x Chassis Intrusion connector y 1x Serial port connector y 1x Clear CMOS jumper y 1x Power button y 1x Reset button y 1x Clear CMOS button

I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT5567 Controller Chip

y CPU/System temperature detection

Hardware Monitor

Speciﬁcations

y CPU/System fan speed detection y CPU/System fan speed control

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Form Factor

BIOS Features

Software

y ATX Form Factor y 12.0 in. x 8.9 in. (30.5 cm x 22.5 cm)

y 1x 128 Mb flash y UEFI AMI BIOS y ACPI 6.1, SMBIOS 2.8 y Multi-language

y Drivers y APP MANAGER y COMMAND CENTER y LIVE UPDATE 6 y SMART TOOL y RAMDISK y DPC LATENCY TUNER y FAST BOOT y X-BOOST y SUPER CHARGER y NETWORK MANAGER y CPU-Z MSI GAMING

y Intel

Extreme Tuning Utility y Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive y Norton™ Internet Security Solution

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Speciﬁcations

Special Features

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y Audio

 Audio Boost

y Network

 Intel LAN with Network Manager

y Fan

 Smart Fan Control

y LED

 EZ DEBUG LED

y Stability

 7000+ Quality Test

y VR

 VR Ready

y BIOS

 Click BIOS 5

Speciﬁcations

Block Diagram

USB 3.1 Gen1

USB 2.0

SATA 6Gb/s

PCIe x16

PCI_E1

NV5567

Super I/O

P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard

HDMI

CPU

B360/ H310

Realtek ALC887

DMI 3.0

DVI-D

2 Channel DDR4 Memory

PCI_E2~6

ASM1187E

PCI_E14~18

(B360 only)

PCI_E7~13

Audio Jacks

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel

PS/2

Line-In

LAN

USB 2.0

Debug LED

DVI-D

LAN Port LED Status Table

Link/ Activity LED

Status Description

Off No link

Yellow Linked

Blinking Data activity

Debug LED Table

LED Description

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 the booting device is not detected or fail.

USB 2.0

USB 3.1 Gen1 Mic

Speed LED

Status Description

Off 10 Mbps connection

Green 100 Mbps connection

Orange 1 Gbps connection

Line-Out

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

Application Enhancement

Main Volume

Profiles

Jack Status

Connector Settings

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.

Rear I/O Panel

Overview of Components

B360-F PRO

SYS_FAN1

PCI_E1~18

GPU_PWR1

GPU_PWR2

GPU_PWR3

CPU_PWR1

CPU Socket

CPU_FAN1

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPS_ON1 JPS_ON2 JPS_ON3

JPS_ON4

ATX_PWR1

JUSB2

SATA1 SATA2

SATA4

SATA3

JBAT1

Overview of Components

JAUD1

JCOM1

RESET1

POWER1

CLR_CMOS1

JCI1

JFP2

JFP1

JUSB1

JTPM1

H310-F PRO

SYS_FAN1

PCI_E1~13

GPU_PWR1

GPU_PWR2

CPU_PWR1

CPU Socket

CPU_FAN1

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

JPS_ON1 JPS_ON2 JPS_ON3

JPS_ON4

ATX_PWR1

JUSB2

SATA1 SATA2

SATA4

SATA3

JBAT1

JAUD1

JCOM1

RESET1

POWER1

CLR_CMOS1

JTPM1

JUSB1

JCI1

JFP2

JFP1

Overview of Components

Component Contents

Port Name Port Type Page

CLR_CMOS1 Clear CMOS Button 27

CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1 Fan Connectors 22

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1, GPU_PWR1~3 (optional)

CPU Socket LGA1151 CPU Socket 15

DIMMA1, DIMMB1 DIMM Slots 17

JAUD1 Front Audio Connector 24

JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper 27

JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 26

JCOM1 Serial Port Connector 26

JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors 23

JPS_ON1~4

JTPM1 TPM Module Connector 24

JUSB1 USB 2.0 Connector 25

JUSB2 USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector 25

PCI_E1~18 PCIe Expansion Slots 19

Power Connectors 21

Multiple Power Supplies Turn On Connectors

POWER1, RESET1 Power Button, Reset Button 27

SATA1~4 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors 23

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

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

50.83 mm

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

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.

Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering the socket with the plastic cap.

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

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 operation beyond product specifications.

does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate

Overview of Components

Installing a Processor

https://youtu.be/4ce91YC3Oww

Overview of Components

DIMM Slots

DIMMA1 DIMMB1

Channel A Channel B

Memory module installation recommendation

DIMMA1

DIMMB1 DIMMA1

Important

Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA1 slot first.

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

than the amount of installed.

Based on Intel CPU specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is

suggested to protect the CPU.

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.

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.

It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs

installation or overclocking.

The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU

and devices when overclocking.

Overview of Components

Installing DDR4 memory

http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs

Overview of Components

PCI_E1~18: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCI_E2~4: PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH lanes)

PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes) PCI_E5~7: PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH lanes)

PCI_E8~10: PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH lanes)

PCI_E11~13: PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH lanes)

PCI_E14~16 (B360-F PRO): PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH

lanes) PCI_E17~18 (B360-F PRO): PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH

lanes)

Installing Multiple graphics cards

You need to prepare PCIe x1 to PCIe x16 Riser Kits to install multiple grahics cards for mining system and connect as shown below.

Connect PCIe power cables from PSU to graphics cards and PCIe x16 risers power jacks.

Install graphics cards on PCIe x16 risers.

Connect PCIe x1 risers and PCIe x16 risers with USB 3.1 Gen1 cables.

Install PCIe x1 risers into PCIe x1 slots.

Install one graphics card in PCIe x16 slot of the motherboard or you can also install the graphics card with PCIe Riser Kit.

Important

PCIe x1 to PCIe x16 Riser Kits are purchased separately.

Make sure the graphics cards are locked by the latch at the end of the PCIe x16 slots.

Overview of Components

PCIe Slot LEDs

There is an LED indicator next to each PCIe slot. If the LED light is on, it indicates that the graphics card is working properly. If the LED light is off, it indicates that the graphics card is not detected.

ON: The graphics card works normally. OFF: The slot is empty or the graphics card has

an error.

JPS_ON1~4: Multiple Power Supplies Turn On Connectors

These connectors use to turn on the multiple power supplies at the same time. Each connector can be connected to an additional power supply with a 24-pin to 2-pin adapter.

JPS_ON1 JPS_ON2

JPS_ON3 JPS_ON4

1 JPS_ON 2 Ground

Overview of Components

Additional power supply 24 pin connector

24-pin to 2-pin adapter

JPS_ON connector

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1, GPU_PWR1~3 (optional): Power Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect the ATX power supply unit (PSU).

8 4 1

1 Ground 5 +12V

2 Ground 6 +12V

3 Ground 7 +12V

4 Ground 8 +12V

1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V

2 +3.3V 14 -12V

3 Ground 15 Ground

ATX_PWR1

131

GPU_PWR1 GPU_PWR2 GPU_PWR3 (optional)

4 +5V 16 PS-ON#

5 Ground 17 Ground

6 +5V 18 Ground

7 Ground 19 Ground

8 PWR OK 20 Res

9 5VSB 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V 23 +5V

12 +3.3V 24 Ground

1 +12V 3 Ground

2 Ground 4 +5V

CPU_PWR1

Important

Please connect the CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1, GPU_PWR1~3, SSDs and System Fans to the same main PSU to prevent unexpected problems.

Overview of Components

CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: Fan Connectors

Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or DC Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage. 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. You can follow the instruction below to adjust the fan connector to PWM or DC Mode.

Default PWM Mode fan connectors

CPU_FAN1

Default DC Mode fan connectors

SYS_FAN1

Switching fan mode and adjusting fan speed

You can switch between PWM mode and DC mode and adjust fan speed in BIOS > HARDWARE MONITOR.

Select PWM mode or DC mode

There are gradient points of the fan speed that allow you to adjust fan speed in relation to CPU temperature.

Important

Make sure fans are working properly after switching the PWM/ DC mode.

Pin definition of fan connectors

PWM Mode pin definition

1 Ground 2 +12V

3 Sense 4 Speed Control Signal

Overview of Components

1 Ground 2 Voltage Control

3 Sense 4 NC

DC Mode pin definition

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