MSI B360M Bazooka Manual

Unpacking

Thank you for buying the MSI® B360M BAZOOKA/ H370M BAZOOKA 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

M.2 Screw x1

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

Intel® LGA 1151 CPU	CPU Fan	Thermal Paste

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	2

http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI

1

3

	7
4	5	9

6

8

4 Quick Start

Installing DDR4 memory

http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs

1

1

2

3 2

3

	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 ....................................................................................................	20
Rear I/O Panel .....................................................................................................	21
LAN Port LED Status Table...................................................................................	21
Realtek HD Audio Manager ..................................................................................	21
Overview of Components ....................................................................................	23
CPU Socket ...........................................................................................................	25
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................	26
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots..........................................................................	27
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors .......................................................................	27
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) .........................................................................................	28
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ...................................................................	29
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors .......................................................	29
JUSB1, JUSB2: USB 2.0 Connectors....................................................................	30
JUSB3: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector .........................................................................	30
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector .............................................................................	31
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................	31
JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector ...........................................................................	31
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~2: Fan Connectors..........................................................	32
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector.......................................................................	33
JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector ......................................................	33
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector...........................................................................	34
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ...........................................................	34
JRGB1: RGB LED connector.................................................................................	35

Contents 13

EZ Debug LED.......................................................................................................	35
BIOS Setup...........................................................................................................	36
Entering BIOS Setup.............................................................................................	36
Resetting BIOS......................................................................................................	37
Updating BIOS.......................................................................................................	37
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................	38
Advanced Mode ....................................................................................................	40
SETTINGS..............................................................................................................	41
Advanced...............................................................................................................	41
Boot.......................................................................................................................	48
Security.................................................................................................................	49
Save & Exit............................................................................................................	50
OC..........................................................................................................................	51
M-FLASH ..............................................................................................................	57
OC PROFILE..........................................................................................................	58
HARDWARE MONITOR..........................................................................................	59
Software Description...........................................................................................	60
Installing Windows® 10.........................................................................................	60
Installing Drivers ..................................................................................................	60
Installing Utilities .................................................................................................	60
APP MANAGER .....................................................................................................	61
LIVE UPDATE 6......................................................................................................	62
COMMAND CENTER .............................................................................................	64
GAMING APP.........................................................................................................	68
X-BOOST ...............................................................................................................	73
DPC LATENCY TUNER ..........................................................................................	75
MYSTIC LIGHT.......................................................................................................	76
MYSTIC LIGHT PARTY ...........................................................................................	80
SMART TOOL.........................................................................................................	84
RAMDISK...............................................................................................................	86
RAID Configuration (optional) .............................................................................	87
Configuration SATA mode.....................................................................................	87
Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS..........................................	88
Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM Utility.................................	92
Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration ..............................................................	97
System Requirements .........................................................................................	97
Installing the Intel® Optane™ memory ................................................................	97
Removing the Intel® Optane™ memory ...............................................................	99
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................	100
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................	101

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Specifications

	CPU	Supports 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron®
		processors for Socket LGA1151
	Chipset	Intel® B360/ H370 Chipset
		y4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB
		ySupports DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Memory
	Memory	ySupports Dual-Channel mode
		ySupports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
		ySupports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
		* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
	Expansion Slots	y1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot
		y2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
		y1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of
	Onboard Graphics	1920x1200@60Hz
		y1x HDMI™ port 1.4, supports a maximum resolution of
		4096x2160@30Hz
		Intel® B360/ H370 Chipset
		y6x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
		y1x M.2 slot (Key M)
		Support up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
	Storage	Supports 2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110 storage devices
		Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready**
		* The SATA1 connector will be unavailable when a SATA M.2 SSD has been
		installed in the M.2_1 slot.
		** Before using Intel® Optane™ memory modules, please ensure that you have
		updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI website.
	RAID	Intel® H370 Chipset
	(for H370M	ySupports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA
	BAZOOKA only)	storage devices
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		yIntel® B360/ H370 Chipset
		6x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (3 Type-A & 1
		Type-C ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through
	USB	the internal USB connector)
		6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports on
		the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal
		USB connectors)
	Audio	yRealtek® ALC887 Codec
		y7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
	LAN	1x Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN controller
		y1x PS/2 keyboard port
		y1x PS/2 mouse port
		y1x DVI-D port
	Back Panel	y1x HDMI™ port
		y1x LAN (RJ45) port
	Connectors
		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
		Continued on next page

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y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector

y1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector

y6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors

y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports)

y2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)

y1x 4-pin CPU fan connector

y2x 4-pin system fan connectors

Internal Connectors y1x Front panel audio connector

y1x Parallel port connector

y1x Serial port connector

y2x Front panel connectors

y1x TPM module connector

y1x Chassis Intrusion connector

y1x Thunderbolt add-on card connector

y1x RGB LED connector

y1x Clear CMOS jumper

	I/O Controller	NUVOTON NCT6797D Controller Chip
		yCPU/System temperature detection
	Hardware Monitor	yCPU/System fan speed detection
		yCPU/System fan speed control
	Form Factor	ym-ATX Form Factor
		y9.6 in. x 9.6 in. (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)
		y1x 128 Mb flash
	BIOS Features	yUEFI AMI BIOS
		yACPI 6.1 , SM BIOS 2.8
		yMulti-language
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	yDrivers
	yAPP MANAGER
	yCOMMAND CENTER
	yLIVE UPDATE 6
	ySMART TOOL
	yRAMDISK
	yDPC LATENCY TUNER
	yFAST BOOT
Software	yX-BOOST
	yGAMING APP
	ySUPER CHARGER
	yMYSTIC LIGHT
	yOpen Broadcaster Software (OBS)
	yCPU-Z MSI GAMING
	yIntel® Extreme Tuning Utility
	yGoogle Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
	yNorton™ Internet Security Solution
	Continued on next page

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Special

Features

yAudio

Audio Boost

Voice Boost

yStorage

Turbo M.2

yFan

Smart Fan Control

yLED

Mystic Light Extension(RGB)

Mystic light SYNC

EZ DEBUG LED

yProtection

PCI-E Steel Armor

yPerformance

DDR4 Boost

yStability

7000+ Quality Test

yVR

VR Ready

yGamer Experience

GAMING HOTKEY

GAMING MOUSE Control

yBIOS

Click BIOS 5

yCertification

GAMING Certified

Specifications 19

Block Diagram

HDMI

DVI-D

PCI Express Bus		Dual Channel DDR4 Memory
		CPU
		DMI 3.0
M.2
Switch	PCI
	Express
		x1	PCIe x1 slot
SATA 6Gb/s
	Bus
		B360/ H370
USB 3.1 Gen1		x1	PCIe x1 slot

USB 2.0

LPC Bus

NCT6797D	Realtek
Super I/O	ALC887
P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard			Audio Jacks

20 Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel

Line-in

Line-out

PS/2 Mouse	LAN

USB 3.1 Gen1

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.

Device

Selection

Advanced

Settings

Jack Status

Application

Enhancement

Main Volume									Connector
									Settings
						Profiles

Rear I/O Panel 21

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.

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 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.

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.

(H370M BAZOOKA)

(B360M BAZOOKA)

Each jack corresponds to its default setting as shown on the next page.

22 Rear I/O Panel

Overview of Components

SYS_FAN1

PCI_E1

M2_1

PCI_E2

JRGB1

PCI_E3

CPU_PWR1

CPU Socket

DIMMA1

JAUD1

JCOM1

CPU_FAN1 DIMMA2

DIMMB1

DIMMB2

SYS_FAN2

ATX_PWR1

JUSB3

JBAT1

SATA▼1▲2

SATA4

SATA3

JTBT1

JFP1

SATA5

SATA6

JCI1

JLPT1

JFP2

JTPM1 JUSB2

JUSB1

Overview of Components 23

Component Contents

	Port Name	Port Type	Page
	CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~2	Fan Connectors	32
	CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1	Power Connectors	29
	CPU Socket	LGA 1151 Socket	25
	DIMMA1, DIMMA2,	DIMM Slots	26
	DIMMB1, DIMMB2
	JAUD1	Front Audio Connector	31
	JBAT1	Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper	34
	JCI1	Chassis Intrusion Connector	33
	JCOM1	Serial Port Connector	31
	JFP1, JFP2	Front Panel Connectors	29
	JLPT1	Parallel Port Connector	31
	JRGB1	RGB LED connector	35
	JTBT1	Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector	33
	JTPM1	TPM Module Connector	34
	JUSB1, JUSB2	USB 2.0 Connectors	30
	JUSB3	USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector	30
	M2_1	M.2 Slot (Key M)	28
	PCI_E1~3	PCIe Expansion Slots	27
	SATA1~6	SATA 6Gb/s Connectors	27

24 Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Distance from the center of the

CPU to the nearest DIMM slot.

50.77 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

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

yPlease 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.

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.

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

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

DIMMA1DIMMB1

Channel A

Channel B

DIMMA2DIMMB2

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 Intel CPU specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is suggested to protect the CPU.

yPlease 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.

ySome 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.

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.

26 Overview of Components

PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes)

PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH lanes)

PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH lanes)

Important

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.

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.

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
	SATA2
	SATA1

Important

yThe SATA1 connector will be unavailable when a SATA M.2 SSD has been installed in the M.2_1 slot.

yPlease do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise.

ySATA 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.

Overview of Components 27

M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M)

Important

Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM, does not support Legacy ROM.

Video Demonstration

Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 SSD.

http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA

Installing M.2 SSD

1.Loosen the M.2 riser screw from the motherboard.

2.Move and fasten the M.2 riser screw to the appropriate location according your M.2 SSD size.

3.Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.

4.Secure the M.2 SSD in place with the supplied M.2 screw.

30°

Supplied M.2 screw

28 Overview of Components

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

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

			2	10
					JFP1
			1	9
		1	HDD LED +	2	Power LED +
		3	HDD LED -	4	Power LED -
		5	Reset Switch	6	Power Switch
		7	Reset Switch	8	Power Switch
		9	Reserved	10	No Pin
1		1	Speaker -	2	Buzzer +
	JFP2	3	Buzzer -	4	Speaker +

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.

			8	5	CPU_PWR1
			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
12	24	4	+5V		16	PS-ON#
		5	Ground		17	Ground
		6	+5V		18	Ground
		ATX_PWR1
		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

Important

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

Overview of Components 29

JUSB1, JUSB2: USB 2.0 Connectors

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

																																	2				10
																																	1				9
																															1	VCC			2			VCC
																															3	USB0-			4			USB1-
																															5	USB0+			6			USB1+
																															7	Ground			8			Ground
																															9	No Pin			10			NC

Important

yNote that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.

yIn order to recharge your iPad,iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install MSI® SUPER CHARGER utility.

JUSB3: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector

This connector allows you to connect USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on the front panel.

10 11

																									1			20
																							1	Power			11		USB2.0+
																							2	USB3_RX_DN			12		USB2.0-
																							3	USB3_RX_DP			13		Ground
																							4	Ground			14		USB3_TX_C_DP
																							5	USB3_TX_C_DN			15		USB3_TX_C_DN
																							6	USB3_TX_C_DP			16		Ground
																							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.

30 Overview of Components