MSI FM2-A85XA-G43 User Manual

FM2 -A85XA-G65 series

MS-7793 (v1.x) Mainboard

G52-77931X1

Preface

Copyright Notice

The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNA - TIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.

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Revision	History
Revision	Revision History	Date
V1.0	First release for PCB 1.X	2012/ 08

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Technical Support

If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance.

Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information:

http://www.msi.com/service/download

Contact our technical staff at:

http://support.msi.com

Safety Instructions

Always read the safety instructions carefully.

Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.

Keep this equipment away from humidity.

Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.

The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.

Make sure the voltage of the power source is at 110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.

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

Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.

All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

Never pour any liquid into the opening that can cause damage or cause electrical shock.

If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service personnel:

The power cord or plug is damaged.

Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.

The equipment has been exposed to moisture.

The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to User’s Manual.

The equipment has been dropped and damaged.

The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.

DONOTLEAVETHISEQUIPMENTINANENVIRONMENTABOVE60oC(140oF), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.

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FCC -B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the measures listed below.

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Notice 1

The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Notice 2

Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.

VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.

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This device complies with Part15 ofthe FCCRules.Operationis subject tothefollowing two conditions:

1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CE Conformity

Hereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive.

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Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment and its antenna should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This equipment and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

European Community Compliance Statement

The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0–300GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive.

Taiwan Wireless Statements

率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。

電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之 干擾。

:

Japan VCCI Class B Statement

B

VCCIB

Korea Warning Statements

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Battery Information

European Union:

Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations.

Taiwan:

For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected separately for recycling or special disposal.

California, USA:

The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires special handling when recycled or disposed of in California.

For further information please visit: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion, if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Chemical Substances Information

Incompliancewithchemicalsubstancesregulations,suchastheEUREACHRegulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at:

http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html

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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement

ENGLISH

To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that...

Under the European Union (“EU”) Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of “electrical and electronic equipment” cannot be discarded

as municipal wastes anymore, and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded products that are sold into the EU. You can return these products to local collection points.

DEUTSCH

Hinweis von MSI zur Erhaltung und Schutz unserer Umwelt

Gemäß der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektround Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden. MSI hat europaweit verschiedene Sammelund Recyclingunternehmen beauftragt, die in die Europäische Union in Verkehr gebrachten Produkte, am Ende seines Lebenszyklus zurückzunehmen. Bitte entsorgen Sie dieses Produkt zum gegebenen Zeitpunkt ausschliesslich an einer lokalen Altgerätesammelstelle in Ihrer Nähe.

FRANÇAIS

En tant qu’écologiste et afin de protéger l’environnement, MSI tient à rappeler ceci...

Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux déchets des équipement électriques et électroniques, directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que les produits électriques et électroniques ne peuvent être déposés dans les décharges ou tout simplement mis à la poubelle. Les fabricants de ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI prendra en compte cette exigence relative au retour des produits en fin de vie au sein de la communauté européenne. Par conséquent vous pouvez retourner localement ces matériels dans les points de collecte.

РУССКИЙ

Компания MSI предпринимает активные действия по защите окружающей среды, поэтому напоминаем вам, что....

В соответствии с директивой Европейского Союза (ЕС) по предотвращению загрязнения окружающей среды использованным электрическим и электронным оборудованием (директива WEEE 2002/96/EC), вступающей в силу 13

августа 2005 года, изделия, относящиеся к электрическому и электронному оборудованию, не могут рассматриваться как бытовой мусор, поэтому производители вышеперечисленного электронного оборудования обязаны принимать его для переработки по окончании срока службы. MSI обязуется соблюдать требования по приему продукции, проданной под маркой MSI на территории EC, в переработку по окончании срока службы. Вы можете вернуть эти изделия в специализированные пункты приема.

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ESPAÑOL

MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda:

Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea en materia de desechos y/o equipos electrónicos, con fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005, los productos clasificados como “eléctricos y equipos electrónicos” no pueden ser depositados en los contenedores habituales de su municipio, los fabricantes de equipos electrónicos, están obligados a hacerse cargo de dichos productos al termino de su período de vida. MSI estará comprometido con los términos de recogida de sus productos vendidos en la Unión Europea al final de su periodo de vida. Usted debe depositar estos productos en el punto limpio establecido por el ayuntamiento de su localidad o entregar a una empresa autorizada para la recogida de estos residuos.

NEDERLANDS

Om het milieu te beschermen, wil MSI u eraan herinneren dat….

De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU) met betrekking tot Vervuiling van Electrische en Electronische producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in zal gaan kunnen niet meer beschouwd worden als vervuiling. Fabrikanten van dit soort producten worden verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het eind van hun levenscyclus. MSI zal overeenkomstig de richtlijn handelen voor de producten die de merknaam MSI dragen en verkocht zijn in de EU. Deze goederen kunnen geretourneerd worden op lokale inzamelingspunten.

SRPSKI

Da bi zaštitili prirodnu sredinu, i kao preduzeće koje vodi računa o okolini i prirodnoj sredini, MSI mora da vas podesti da…

Po Direktivi Evropske unije (“EU”) o odbačenoj ekektronskoj i električnoj opremi, Direktiva 2002/96/EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi koji spadaju pod “elektronsku i električnu opremu” ne mogu više biti odbačeni kao običan otpad i proizvođači ove opreme biće prinuđeni da uzmu natrag ove proizvode na kraju njihovog uobičajenog veka trajanja. MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.

POLSKI

Aby chronić nasze środowisko naturalne oraz jako firma dbająca o ekologię, MSI przypomina, że...

Zgodnie z Dyrektywą Unii Europejskiej (“UE”) dotyczącą odpadów produktów elektrycznych i elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w życie 13 sierpnia 2005, tzw. “produkty oraz wyposażenie elektryczne i elektroniczne “ nie mogą być traktowane jako śmieci komunalne, tak więc producenci tych produktów będą zobowiązani do odbierania ich w momencie gdy produkt jest wycofywany z użycia. MSI wypełni wymagania UE, przyjmując produkty (sprzedawane na terenie Unii Europejskiej) wycofywane z użycia. Produkty MSI będzie można zwracać w wyznaczonych punktach zbiorczych.

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TÜRKÇE

Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatırlatır:

Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar gibi çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların üreticileri, cihazların kullanım süreleri bittikten sonra ürünleri geri toplamakla yükümlü olacaktır. Avrupa Birliği’ne satılan MSI markalı ürünlerin kullanım süreleri bittiğinde MSI ürünlerin geri alınması isteği ile işbirliği içerisinde olacaktır. Ürünlerinizi yerel toplama noktalarına bırakabilirsiniz.

ČESKY

Záleží nám na ochraně životního prostředí - společnost MSI upozorňuje...

Podle směrnice Evropské unie (“EU”) o likvidaci elektrických a elektronických výrobků 2002/96/EC platné od 13. srpna 2005 je zakázáno likvidovat “elektrické a elektronické výrobky” v běžném komunálním odpadu a výrobci elektronických výrobků, na které se tato směrnice vztahuje, budou povinni odebírat takové výrobky zpět po skončení jejich životnosti. Společnost MSI splní požadavky na odebírání výrobků značky MSI, prodávaných v zemích EU, po skončení jejich životnosti. Tyto výrobky můžete odevzdat v místních sběrnách.

MAGYAR

Annak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük, illetve környezetvédőként fellépve az MSI emlékezteti Önt, hogy ...

Az Európai Unió („EU”) 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba lépő, az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések hulladékairól szóló 2002/96/EK irányelve szerint az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések többé nem kezelhetőek lakossági hulladékként, és az ilyen elektronikus berendezések gyártói kötelessé válnak az ilyen termékek visszavételére azok hasznos élettartama végén. Az MSI betartja a termékvisszavétellel kapcsolatos követelményeket az MSI márkanév alatt az EU-n belül értékesített termékek esetében, azok élettartamának végén. Az ilyen termékeket a legközelebbi gyűjtőhelyre viheti.

ITALIANO

Per proteggere l’ambiente, MSI, da sempre amica della natura, ti ricorda che….

In base alla Direttiva dell’Unione Europea (EU) sullo Smaltimento dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici, Direttiva 2002/96/EC in vigore dal 13 Agosto 2005, prodotti appartenenti alla categoria dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici non possono più essere eliminati come rifiuti municipali: i produttori di detti materiali saranno obbligati a ritirare ogni prodotto alla fine del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del loro ciclo di vita. È possibile portare i prodotti nel più vicino punto di raccolta

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Contents

Copyright	Notice	ii
Trademarks		ii
Revision	History	ii
Technical	Support	iii
Safety Instructions		iii
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement		iv
CE Conformity		iv
Radiation Exposure Statement		v
European Community Compliance Statement		v
Taiwan Wireless Statements		v
Japan VCCI Class B Statement		v
Korea Warning Statements		v
Battery Information		vi
Chemical Substances Information		vi
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement		vii
Chapter 1 Getting Started		1-1

Packing Contents 1-2 Optional Accessories 1-2 Assembly Precautions 1-3 Mainboard Specifications 1-4 Connectors Quick Guide 1-6 Back Panel Quick Guide 1-8 APU (Accelerated Processing Units) 1-10 Mounting Screw Holes 1-13 Power Supply 1-14 Memory 1-15 Expansion Slot 1-17 Video/ Graphics Cards 1-18 Internal Connectors 1-21 Jumper 1-30 Buttons 1-31 Drivers and Utilities 1-34

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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 2-1

Entering 2-2 Overview 2-2 Boot device priority bar 2-3 Operation 2-4 SETTINGS 2-5 OC 2-10 ECO 2-15 BROWSER 2-16 Installing Winki 2-16 UTILITIES 2-17 Updating the BIOS with Live Update 2-19 SECURITY 2-20

Appendix A Realtek Audio A-1

Software Configuration A-2 Hardware Default Setting A-4

Appendix B AMD RAID B-1

RAID Configuration B-2

Appendix C Install Windows XP Notes C-1

Installing Windows XP with IDE Mode C-2 Installing Windows XP with AHCI Mode C-3

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Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the FM2 -A85XA-G65 Series (MS-7793 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The Series mainboards are based on AMD® A85X chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced AMD® FM2 processor, the FM2 -A85XA-G65 Series mainboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.

Getting Started

Packing Contents

	Mainboard	Driver / Utility	User Guide	Back IO Shield
		DVD

SATA Cable

Optional Accessories

USB 2.0	USB 3.0	SATA Power	CrossFire
Bracket	Bracket	Cable	Cable

	V-Check	M-Connector	USB3 to USB2
	Cable		Connector

*These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice.

*The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased.

*If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dealer.

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Assembly Precautions

■ 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.
■ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.	1Chapter
■ Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object before han-
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
■ Hold the mainboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
■ It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling
the mainboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not available,
dling the mainboard.
■ Store the mainboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an antistatic pad
whenever the mainboard is not installed.
■ Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal com-
ponents on the mainboard or anywhere within the computer case.
■ Do not use the computer in a high-temperature environment.
■ Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause perma-
nent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
■ If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer tech-
nician.

Important

A screwdriver (not included) may be required for computer assembly.

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Mainboard Specifications

Processor Support

■ AMD® A10/A8/A6/A4-series processors for the FM2 socket

Chipset

■ AMD® A85X chipset

Memory Support

■4x DDR3 DIMMs support for DDR3-1066/1333/1600/1866 MHz up to 32GB max

■Supports Dual-Channel mode

LAN

■ Supports LAN 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek® 8111E

Audio

■Integrated HD audio codec by Realtek® ALC892

■8-channel audio with jack sensing

■Compliant with Azalia 1.0 Spec

SATA

■ 8x SATA 6Gb/s ports by AMD® A85X

RAID

■ SATA1~8 support RAID 0/ 1/ 5/ 10 mode by AMD® A85X

USB 3.0

■2x USB 3.0 rear I/O ports by AMD® A85X

■1x USB 3.0 onboard connector by AMD® A85X

Multi-GPU

■ Supports AMD® CrossFire™ Technology

Dual-Graphics

■Supports AMD® Dual Graphics Technology

-Please visit the AMD official website to find the supported Dual Graphics combinations of APU and discrete GPU for achieving this technology.

-A4-series APU doesn't support Dual Graphics technology.

Connectors & Buttons

■Back panel

-1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port

-4x USB 2.0 ports

-1x LAN port

-1x VGA port**, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz

-1x dual link DVI-D port**, supports a maximum resolution of 2560x1600@60 Hz

-1x Optical S/PDIF-out port

-1x HDMI port**, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1080@60 Hz

-1x DisplayPort**, supporting a maximum resolution of 2560x1600@60 Hz

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-2x USB 3.0 ports

-6x audio ports

**This mainboard supports dual-display function by two onboard graphics output ports (HDMI+VGA, HDMI+DVI-D, VGA+DVI-D, VGA+DisplayPort & DVI-D+DisplayPort). **This mainboard also supports triple-display function by three onboard graphics output ports (HDMI+VGA+DVI-D & DisplayPort+VGA+DIV-D).

**Please note that, the HDMI port and DisplayPort can not be used simultaneously.

■On-Board

-3x USB 2.0 connector

-1x USB 3.0 connector

-1x TPM Module connector

-1x Front Panel Audio connector

-1x Chassis Intrusion connector

-1x Voice Genie connector

-1x MultiConnect Panel connector

-1x Power button

-1x Reset button

-1x OC Genie button

-1x Clear CMOS button

-1x Voltage Checkpoints connector

Slots

■2x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots

-PCI_E2 supports up to PCIe x16 speed (when PCI_E5 is empty) or PCIe x8 speed (when PCI_E5 is installed)

-PCI_E5 supports up to PCIe x8 speed

■3x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots

■2x PCI slots

Form Factor

■ ATX (30.5 cm X 24.5 cm)

Mounting Screw Holes

■ 9x mounting holes

For the latest information about CPU, please visit

http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support

For more information on compatible components, please visit

http://www.msi.com/service/test-report

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Connectors Quick Guide

Back Panel

		DIMM1		SYSFAN3
SYSFAN2	APU		DIMM2
				DIMM3
JPWR2		CPUFAN		DIMM4

OC1

POWER1

RESET1

JTURBO1

FV1

JPWR1

	PCI_E1	SATA2
	PCI_E2	SATA7_8
	JCI1	SATA5_6
	PCI_E3
	PCI_E4	SATA3_4
	PCI_E5	SATA1
		JUSB4
	PCI1	SYSFAN1
		JBAT1
	PCI2	CLR_CMOS1
	JAUD1
		JFP1
	SYSFAN4	JFP2
	JTPM1	JUSB1
	JDLED3	JUSB2
		JUSB3

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Connectors Reference Guide

Port Name	Port Type	Page
Back Panel	I/O Ports	1-8
APU	FM2 APU Socket	1-10
CLR_CMOS1	Clear CMOS Button	1-33
CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~4	Fan Power Connectors	1-22
DIMM1~4	DDR3 Memory Slots	1-15
FV1	Voltage Checkpoints Connector	1-29
JAUD1	Front Panel Audio Connector	1-26
JBAT1	Clear CMOS Jumper	1-30
JCI1	Chassis Intrusion Connector	1-27
JDLED3	Voice Genie Connector	1-28
JFP1, JFP2	Front Panel Connectors	1-23
JPWR1	ATX 24-pin Power Connector	1-14
JPWR2	ATX 8-pin Power Connector	1-14
JTPM1	TPM Module Connector	1-26
JTURBO1	MultiConnect Panel Connector	1-27
JUSB1~3	USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors	1-24
JUSB4	USB 3.0 Expansion Connector	1-25
OC1	OC Genie Button	1-31
PCI_E1, 3, 4	PCIe x1 Expansion Slots	1-17
PCI_E2, 5	PCIe x16 Expansion Slots	1-17
PCI1, 2	PCI Expansion Slots	1-17
POWER1	Power Button	1-32
RESET1	Reset Button	1-32
SATA1~8	SATA Connectors	1-21

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Back Panel Quick Guide

Mouse/	LAN	VGA Port	Optical
Keyboard			S/PDIF-Out
			USB 3.0 Port	Line-In	RS-Out
				Line-Out CS-Out
			DisplayPort	Mic	SS-Out
USB 2.0 Port	USB 2.0 Port	DVI-D Port

HDMI Port

Mouse/Keyboard

A combination PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.

LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Yellow				Green/ Orange
Local Area Network (LAN).
LED	Color	LED State	Condition
Left	Yellow	Off	LAN link is not established.
		On(Steady)	LAN link is established.
		On(flashing)	The computer is communicating with another computer on the network.
Right	Green	Off	10 Mbits/sec data rate
		On	100 Mbits/sec data rate
	Orange	On	1000 Mbits/sec data rate

USB 2.0 Port

The USB 2.0 port is for attaching USB 2.0 devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB 2.0-compatible devices.

USB 3.0 Port

USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed).

Important

In order to use USB 3.0 devices, you must connect to a USB 3.0 port. If a USB cable is used, it must be USB 3.0 compliant.

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VGA Port

The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.

DVI-D Port

The DVI-D (Digital Visual InterfaceDigital) connector can be connected to a LCD monitor, or a CRT monitor with an adapter. To connect a monitor, please refer to the monitor’s manual for more information.

HDMI Port

The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio-video interface that is capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all types of TV formats, including standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.

DisplayPort Connector

DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard. This connector is used to connect a monitor with DisplayPort inputs.

Important

This mainboard supports dual-display / triple-display function by 2 / 3 onboard graphics output ports.

	Dual-display mode	Triple-display mode
	HDMI+DVI /
	HDMI+VGA /	VGA+DVI+HDMI /
	DVI+VGA /
		VGA+DVI+DisplayPort
	DVI+DisplayPort /
	VGA+DisplayPort

	Extend mode
	(Extend the desktop to the other monitor(s))
	Clone mode
	(All monitors show the same screen)

Optical S/PDIF-Out

This S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) connector is provided for digital audio transmission to external speakers through an optical fiber cable.

Audio Ports

These connectors are used for audio devices. The color of the jack refers to the function of the connector.

■Blue-Line in: Used for connecting external audio outputting devices.

■GreenLine out: Used as a connector for speakers or headphone.

■PinkMic: Used as a connector for a microphone.

■Black- RS-Out: Rear surround sound line out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.

■Orange- CS-Out: Center/ subwoofer line out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.

■Gray- SS-Out: Side surround sound line out in 7.1 channel mode.

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APU (Accelerated Processing Units)

Introduction to FM2 APU

The surface of APU. Remember to apply some thermal paste on it for better heat dispersion.

Gold arrow

Important

Overheating

Overheating can seriously damage the APU and mainboard. Always make sure the cooling fans work properly to protect the APU from overheating. Be sure to apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the APU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.

Replacing the APU

When replacing the APU, always turn off the system’s power supply and unplug the power supply’s power cord to ensure the safety of the APU.

Overclocking

This mainboard 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 recommend. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.

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APU & Cooler Installation

When you are installing the APU, make sure the APU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on APU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.

Follow the steps below to install the APU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the damage of your APU & mainboard.

1. Pull the lever sideways away from	2. Look for the gold arrow of the APU.
the socket. Make sure to raise the	The gold arrow should point as
lever up to a 90-degree angle.	shown in the picture. The APU can
	only fit in the correct orientation.

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3.If the APU is correctly installed, the pins should be completely embedded into the socket and can not be seen. Please note that any violation of the correct installation procedures may cause permanent damages to your mainboard.

4.Press the APU down firmly into the socket and close the lever. As the APU is likely to move while the lever is being closed, always close the leverwithyourfingerspressingtightly on top of the APU to make sure the APU is properly and completely embedded into the socket.

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5.Position the cooling set onto the retention mechanism.

Hook one end of the clip to hook first.

7. Fasten down the lever.

6.Then press down the other end of the clip to fasten the cooling set on the top of the retention mechanism.

Locate the Fix Lever and lift up it .

8.Attach the APU Fan cable to the APU fan connector on the mainboard.

Important

•While disconnecting the Safety Hook from the fixed bolt, it is necessary to keep an eye on your fingers, because once the Safety Hook is disconnected from the fixed bolt, the fixed lever will spring back instantly.

•Confirm that the APU cooler has formed a tight seal with the APU before booting your system.

•Please refer to the documentation in the APU cooler package for more details about APU cooler installation.

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Mounting Screw Holes

When installing the mainboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for a mainboard ngion the mounting plate in your computer case. If there is an I/O back plate

that came with the computer case, please replace it with the I/O backplate that came

with the mainboard package. The I/O backplate should snap easily into the computer

case without the need for any screws. Align the mounting plate’s mounting stands with

toward ith

the screw holes on the mainboard and secure the mainboard with the screws provided
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with your computer case. The locations of the screw holes on the mainboard are shown
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below. For more information, please refer to the manual that came with the computer
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Important

•Install the mainboard on a flat surface free from unnecessary debris.

•To prevent damage to the mainboard, any contact between the mainboard circuitry and the computer case, except for the mounting stands, is prohibited.

•Please make sure there are no loose metal components on the mainboard or within the computer case that may cause a short circuit of the mainboard.

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Power Supply

JPWR1: ATX 24-pin Power Connector

This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX 24-pin power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into the connector. If done correctly, the clip on the power cable should be hooked on the mainboard’s power connector.

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JPWR2: ATX 8-pin Power Connector

This connector provides 12V power to the CPU.

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Important

Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power sup-

ply to ensure stable operation of the mainboard.

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