MSI Creator TRX40 User manual

Quick Start

Thank you for purchasing the MSI® Creator TRX40 motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code.

Kurzanleitung

Danke, dass Sie das MSI® Creator TRX40 Motherboard gewählt haben. Dieser Abschnitt der Kurzanleitung bietet eine Demo zur Installation Ihres Computers. Manche Installationen bieten auch die Videodemonstrationen. Klicken Sie auf die URL, um diese Videoanleitung mit Ihrem Browser auf Ihrem Handy oder Table anzusehen. Oder scannen Sie auch den QR Code mit Ihrem Handy, um die URL zu öffnen.

Présentation rapide

Merci d’avoir choisi la carte mère MSI® Creator TRX40. Ce manuel fournit une rapide présentation avec des illustrations explicatives qui vous aideront à assembler votre ordinateur. Des tutoriels vidéo sont disponibles pour certaines étapes. Cliquez sur le lien fourni pour regarder la vidéo sur votre téléphone ou votre tablette. Vous pouvez également accéder au lien en scannant le QR code qui lui est associé.

Быстрыйстарт

Благодарим вас за покупку материнской платы MSI® Creator TRX40. В этом разделе представлена информация, которая поможет вам при сборке комьютера. Для некоторых этапов сборки имеются видеоинструкции. Для просмотра видео, необходимо открыть соответствующую ссылку в веб-браузере на вашем телефоне или планшете. Вы также можете выполнить переход по ссылке, путем сканирования QR-кода.

Quick Start I

Installing a Processor/ Installation des Prozessors/ Installer un processeur/Установкапроцессора

https://youtu.be/yk4EpVUU03E			6
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II Quick Start

Installing DDR4 memory/ Installation des DDR4-Speichers/

InstallerunemémoireDDR4/УстановкапамятиDDR4

http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs

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	D2	D1	C2	C1	CPU	A1	A2	B1	B2
1 DIMM					3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™
2 DIMMs
					Threadripper™ Desktop
4 DIMMs
					Processors
8 DIMMs

Quick Start III

Connecting the Front Panel Header/ Anschließen der Frontpanel-Stiftleiste/ Connecter un connecteur du panneau avant/Подключениеразъемовпереднейпанели

http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI

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

		Power LED								Power Switch
				-+-+
	JFP1				2										10
					1										9	Reserved
					+ +--
			HDD LED								Reset Switch
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

HDDLED RESETSW

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

IV Quick Start

Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/

Installerlacartemère/Установкаматеринскойплаты

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Quick Start V

Connecting the Power Connectors/ Stromanschlüsse anschliessen/ Connecter les câbles du module d’alimentation/

Подключениеразъемовпитания

http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4

ATX_PWR1

CPU_PWR1

CPU_PWR2

VI Quick Start

Installing SATA Drives/ Installation der SATA-Laufwerke/

InstallerledisquedurSATA/УстановкадисковSATA

http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc

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Quick Start VII

Installing a Graphics Card/ Einbau der Grafikkarte/ Installer unecartegraphique/Установкадискретнойвидеокарты

http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A

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VIII Quick Start

Connecting Peripheral Devices/ Peripheriegeräte/ Connecter unpériphériqueanschliessen/Подключениепериферийных устройств

Quick Start IX

PowerOn/Einschalten/Mettresous-tension/Включение питания

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Contents
Safety Information.................................................................................................	3
Specifications.........................................................................................................	4
JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification......................................................................	9
Package contents ................................................................................................	10
Rear I/O Panel .....................................................................................................	11
LAN Port LED Status Table ..................................................................................	11
Audio Ports Configuration ....................................................................................	11
Realtek Audio Console .........................................................................................	12
Installing Antennas...............................................................................................	14
Overview of Components ....................................................................................	15
CPU Socket ...........................................................................................................	16
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................	19
PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots..........................................................................	21
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ...................................................	23
M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M) ...................................................................................	24
Installing M.2 XPANDER-AERO GEN4..................................................................	26
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors.......................................................................	28
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors...................................................................	28
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors.............................................................................	29
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Connector.............................................................	29
JUSB4~5: USB 3.2 Gen1 Connectors ...................................................................	30
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................	30
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~3,: Fan Connectors..........	31
T_SEN1~3: Thermal Sensor Connectors .............................................................	32
JBLK_D1, JBLK_U1: Base Clock Down & Up Header .........................................	32
POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button .................................................	32
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector...........................................................................	33
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper...........................................................	33
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector.......................................................................	34
JRGB1: RGB LED connector.................................................................................	35
JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors ............................................	36
JCORSAIR1: CORSAIR Connector ........................................................................	37
JOC_RT1: OC Retry Button...................................................................................	38
JOC_FS1: OC Force Enter BIOS Button ...............................................................	38
JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper..................................................................	38
Onboard LEDs......................................................................................................	39
EZ Debug LED.......................................................................................................	39

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JPWRLED1: LED power input...............................................................................	39
Debug Code LED...................................................................................................	40
Hexadecimal Character Table..............................................................................	40
Boot Phases..........................................................................................................	40
Debug Code LED Table.........................................................................................	40
ACPI States Codes ................................................................................................	44
Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities .........................................................................	45
Installing Windows® 10.........................................................................................	45
Installing Drivers ..................................................................................................	45
Installing Utilities .................................................................................................	45
BIOS Setup...........................................................................................................	46
Entering BIOS Setup.............................................................................................	46
Resetting BIOS......................................................................................................	47
Updating BIOS.......................................................................................................	47
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................	49
Advanced Mode ....................................................................................................	51
OC Menu................................................................................................................	52

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Safety Information

∙ 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.

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

∙ Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. ∙ 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.

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

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

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

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

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

∙ Keep this user guide for future reference. ∙ Keep this motherboard away from humidity.

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

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

∙ All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.

∙ 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.

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

Safety Information 3

Specifications

	CPU supports	3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Desktop Processors
	Chipset	AMD® TRX40 Chipset
		∙ 8x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 256GB*
		∙ Supports JEDEC 1R 2133/ 2400/ 2666/ 3200 MHz
		▪	1DPC 1R max speed 4666 MHz
		▪	1DPC 2R max speed 4000 MHz
		▪	2DPC 1R max speed 3866 MHz
	Memory	▪	2DPC 2R max speed 3466 MHz
		∙ Quad channel memory architecture**
		∙ Supports non-ECC UDIMM memory
		∙ Supports ECC UDIMM memory
		∙ Supports un-buffered memory
		* For the latest information about memory, please visit http://www.msi.com
		** Please refer the DIMM Slots section for more details.
	Expansion Slot	4x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (support x16/x8/x16/x8 mode)
	Multi-GPU	∙ Supports 3-Way NVIDIA® SLI™ Technology
		∙ Supports 3-Way AMD® CrossFire™ Technology
		∙ AMD® TRX40 Chipset
		▪	6x SATA 6Gb/s ports
		▪	1x M.2 slot (M2_3, Key M)
		▫ Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s 2242/ 2260
	Storage	/2280 storage devices
		∙ 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Desktop Processor
		▪	2x M.2 slots (M2_1 & M2_2, Key M)
		▫ M2_1 supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s 2242/
		2260 /2280 storage devices
		▫ M2_2 supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s 2242/
		2260 /2280/ 22110 storage devices
	RAID	AMD® TRX40 Chipset
		∙ Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10
	LAN	∙ 1x Intel® I211AT Gigabit LAN controller
		∙ 1x Aquantia® AQC107 10-Gigabit LAN controller
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	Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200
	∙ The Wireless module is pre-install in the M2_4 (Key-E)
WiFi & Bluetooth	slot
	∙ Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, MU-MINO Rx, 2.4GHz-
	5GHz (160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
	∙ Supports Bluetooth® 5
	∙ AMD® TRX40 Chipset
	▪ 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) ports (1
	Type-A port on the back panel and 1 Type-C port through
	the internal USB connector)
	▪ 8x USB 3.2 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (4 Type-A
	ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the
	internal USB 3.2 Gen1 connectors)
USB	▪ 4x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports available through
	the internal USB 2.0 connectors
	∙ 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Desktop Processor
	▪ 4x USB 3.2 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-A
	ports on the back panel
	∙ ASMedia® ASM3242 Chipset
	▪ 1x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 (SuperSpeed USB 20Gbps) Type-C
	port on the back panel
	∙ 1x Realtek® ALC1220 Codec
Audio	▪ 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
	∙ 1x Realtek® ALC4050H Codec
	▪ Supports front & rear panel Mic-in
	▪ Supports S/PDIF output
	∙ 1x Clear CMOS button
	∙ 1x Flash BIOS Button
	∙ 2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
Back Panel	∙ 5x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports
	▪ 1x Flash BIOS Port
Connectors	∙ 4x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports
	∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C port
	∙ 2x LAN (RJ45) ports
	∙ 5x OFC audio jacks
	∙ 1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
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	∙ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
	∙ 2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
	∙ 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
	∙ 3x M.2 slots (M-Key)
	∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port
	∙ 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB
	3.2 Gen1 ports)
	∙ 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0
	ports)
	∙ 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
	∙ 1x 4-pin pump fan connector (supports up to 2A)
	∙ 4x 4-pin system fan connectors
Internal	∙ 3x 4-pin extend fan connectors
	∙ 1x Front panel audio connector
Connectors	∙ 2x System panel connectors
	∙ 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
	∙ 1x TPM module connector
	∙ 3x 2-pin Thermal Sensors connectors
	∙ 1x 4-pin 5050 RGB LED connector
	∙ 2x 3-pin ARGB LED connectors
	∙ 1x 3-pin CORSAIR LED connector
	∙ 1x LED demo connector
	∙ 1x JBLK_U pin header
	∙ 1x JBLK_D pin header
	∙ 1x OC retry pin header
	∙ 1x OC force enter pin header
	∙ 1x Slow mode booting jumper
Internal Buttons	∙ 1x Power button
	∙ 1x Reset button
Debug LED	∙ 1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED
	∙ 4x EZ Debug LED
I/O Controller	NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip
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Hardware Monitor	∙ CPU/System/Chipset temperature detection
	∙ CPU/System/Chipset fan speed detection
	∙ CPU/System/Chipset fan speed control
Form Factor	∙ E-ATX Form Factor
	∙ 12 in. x 10.9 in. (30.4 cm x 27.7 cm)
	∙ 1x 64 Mb flash
BIOS Features	∙ UEFI AMI BIOS
	∙ ACPI 6.1, SMBIOS 2.8
	∙ Multi-language
	∙ Drivers
	∙ CREATOR CENTER
	∙ Nahimic Audio
Software	∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING
	∙ MSI App Player (BlueStacks)
	∙ Open Broadcaster Software (OBS)
	∙ Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
	∙ Norton™ Internet Security Solution
	∙ Creator Optimization
	∙ Creator Hotkey
	∙ Mystic Light
Creator Center	∙ Hardware Monitor
	∙ True Color
Features
	∙ Live Update	Please refer to http://download.msi.
	∙ Speed Up	com/manual/mb/CREATORCENTER.
	∙ Smart Tool	pdf for more details.
	∙ Super Charger
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	∙ Audio
	▪ Audio Boost 4
	▪ Nahimic 3
	▪ Voice Boost
	∙ Network
	▪ 10G SUPER LAN
	▪ LAN Manager
	▪ Dual LAN
	▪ Intel WiFi
	∙ Storage
	▪ Lightning Gen4 M.2
	∙ Cooling
	▪ FROZR Heastink Design
	▪ Propeller Blade technology
Special Features	▪ Extended Hipe-pipe Design
	▪ Pump Fan
	▪ Fan Control
	∙ LED
	▪ Mystic Light
	▪ Mystic Light Extension (RGB)
	▪ Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW)
	▪ Mystic Light Extension (CORSAIR)
	▪ Mystic Light Sync
	▪ Ambient Link
	▪ EZ DEBUG LED
	∙ Protection
	▪ DDR4 Steel Armor
	▪ M.2 Shield Frozr
	▪ PCI-E Steel Armor
	▪ Pre-installed IO shielding
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	∙ Performance
	▪ Lightning Gen 4 PCI-E Slot
	▪ Multi GPU – SLI Technology
	▪ Multi GPU – CrossFire Technology
	▪ DDR4 Boost
	▪ Core Boost
	▪ OC Engine(Clock gen)
	▪ USB with type A+C
	▪ AMD Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2
Special Features	▪ Lightning USB 20G
	▪ Dual CPU Power
	∙ User Experience
	▪ Creator Center
	▪ Creator Hotkey
	▪ Speed Up
	▪ Total Fan Control
	▪ Live Update
	▪ APP Player
	∙ BIOS
	▪ Click BIOS 5
	▪ Flash BIOS Button

JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification

Supporting CORSAIR RGB Products	Maximum connection
Lighting Node PRO LED Strip	20*
	* 20% brightness is recommended when the number of
	LED strips exceeds 8.
HD120 RGB Fan	6
SP120 RGB Fan	6
LL120 RGB Fan	6

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Package contents

Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain:

	Motherboard		Creator TRX40
	Documentation		User manual		1
			Quick installation guide		1
	Application		USB drive with drivers & utilities		1
			SATA 6G cable		4
	Cables		LED JRGB Y cable		1
			LED JCORSAIR cable		1
			LED JRAINBOW cable		1
			Thermal sensor cable		3
	Expansion card		M.2 XPANDER-AERO GEN4		1
			Wi-Fi antenna		1
	Accessories		Case badge		1
			SATA cable stickers		1
			Product registration card		1
			M.2 screws		3
	If	Important
	any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.

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Rear I/O Panel

Wi-Fi Antenna connectors				USB 3.2 Gen2
				Gigabit	10Gigabit	Audio Ports
Clear CMOS button		Flash BIOS Port		LAN	LAN
Flash BIOS Button		USB 3.2 Gen1				Optical S/PDIF-Out
	USB 3.2 Gen2		USB 3.2 Gen2 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C

∙Clear CMOS button - Power off your computer. Press and hold the Clear CMOS button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to default values.

∙Flash BIOS Button/Port - Please refer to page 48 for Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS

Button.

LAN Port LED Status Table

Link/ Activity LED

Status	Description
Off	No link
On	Linked
Blinking	Data activity

Speed LED

Status	Gigabit LAN	10Gigabit LAN
Off	10 Mbps	N/A
Green	100 Mbps	100 M/ 1G bps
Orange	1 Gbps	10 Gbps

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)

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Realtek Audio Console

After Realtek Audio Console is installed. You can use it to change sound settings to get better sound experience.

Application Enhancement

Device

Selection

Main Volume

Connector Settings		Jack		Status

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

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

∙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.

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

∙Connector Settings - configures the connection settings.

Auto popup dialog

When you plug into a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you which device is current connected.

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

Important

The pictures above for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.

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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

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Installing Antennas

1. Combine the antenna with the base.

2. Screw two antenna cables tight to the WiFi antenna connectors as shown.

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3. Place the antenna as high as possible.

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Overview of Components

PCI_E1

PCI_E2

PCI_E3

M2_2 JOC_RT1 JOC_FS1 PCI_E4 JCI1 JBAT1

DIMMC1		DIMMA1
DIMMC2		DIMMA2
DIMMD1	CPU Socket	DIMMB1
DIMMD2		DIMMB2	PUMP_FAN1
			CPU_FAN1
			CPU_PWR1
			CPU_PWR2
			T_SEN3
			SYS_FAN1
			EXS_FAN3
			JCORSAIR1
			ATX_PWR1
			M2_3
			JUSB3
			JUSB4
			JBLK_D1
			JBLK_U1
			JUSB5
			M2_1
			SATA▼1▲2
			SATA▼3▲4
			SATA▼5▲6
JAUD1		SYS_FAN4	JRAINBOW1
	JTPM1	POWER1
JRGB1
JRAINBOW2	JFP1	RESET1
T_SEN1	JSLOW1	JPWRLED1
	JFP2	JUSB2
T_SEN2	JUSB1
EXS_FAN1
EXS_FAN2
SYS_FAN2
SYS_FAN3

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

44.61 mm 44.61 mm

Video Demonstration

Watch the video to learn how to unbox and install AMD Ryzen

Threadripper CPU.

https://youtu.be/yk4EpVUU03E

Please use the Torx screwdriver come with the AMD CPU and follow the steps below to install the CPU.

1. Loosen load plate screws with the AMD Torx screwdriver in the sequence 3→2→1.

The load plate will automatically lift up to the fully open position.

1	AMD Torx screwdriver

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2.Slide out the External Cap from the frame rail, and then slide the Carrier Frame with CPU into the frame rail. Make sure that the Carrier Frame with CPU has been properly installed in the frame rail.

External Cap

Carrier Frame with CPU

Frame rail

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3. Remove the protective pin cap, and then close and buckle the frame rail.

Protective pin cap

4.Close the load plate, and then turn the load plate screws clockwise a little with the

AMD Torx screwdriver in the sequence 1→2→3→1→2→3 until they are snug.

AMD Torx screwdriver	1

5. Tighten load plate screws until you hear a click from the AMD Torx screwdriver.

Important

If the load plate is not secured properly, the computer will not power on.

6. Apply thermal paste on the top of the CPU.

Click

Thermal paste

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7.Place the heatsink on the motherboard, align the bolts with the mounting nuts on the motherboard. Then, tighten the bolts in a diagonal order to spread the tension properly across the sides.

8.Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.

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

∙ Please retain the protective caps after installing the processor. MSI will deal with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard comes with the protective caps 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® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.

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DIMM Slots

D2 D1 C2 C1

A1 A2 B1 B2

Memory module installation recommendation					A1	A2	B1	B2
D2	D1	C2	C1	CPU Socket
1 DIMM				3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™
2 DIMMs
4 DIMMs				Threadripper™ Desktop
				Processors
8 DIMMs

DIMMB2

DIMMB2

DIMMD2

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DIMMA2		DIMMA1
DIMMB2		DIMMA2
DIMMD2	DIMMD2	DIMMB1
		DIMMB2
DIMMC2	DIMMD1
	DIMMC2
	DIMMC1

Important

∙ Always insert memory modules in the DIMMB2 slot first.

∙ To ensure system stability for Dual/ Triple/ Quad channel mode, memory modules must be of the same type, number and density.

∙ Some 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. ∙ 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.

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

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