MSI Z270 SLI PLUS, Z270 SLI, Z270 TOMAHAWK ARCTIC, H270 TOMAHAWK ARCTIC, Z270 Gaming Pro Carbon Motherboard User Manual

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Unpacking

Unpacking

Thank you for buying the MSI® Z270 SLI PLUS/ Z270 SLI motherboard. Check to make
sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing,
contact your dealer as soon as possible.

SATA Cable x2

Drivers & Utilities

Disc

Motherboard User

Guide

I/O Shield

Motherboard

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Safety Information

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.

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Quick Start

Intel® LGA 1151 CPU

DDR4 Memory

Graphics Card

SATA Hard Disk Drive

SATA DVD Drive

A Package of Screws

Phillips Screwdriver

Chassis

Power Supply Unit

CPU Fan Thermal Paste

Quick Start

Preparing Tools and Components

4

Quick Start

http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI

Installing a Processor

1

2

3

6

4

5

7

8

9

5

Quick Start

1

1

2

2

3

3

Installing DDR4 memory

http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs

DIMMB2 DIMMB2

DIMMB1

DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2

DIMMA1

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Quick Start

Connecting the Front Panel Header

http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI

1

2 10

9

JFP1

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

RESET SW

POWER SW

POWER LED+

POWER LED-

HDD LED

HDD LED

RESET SW

JFP1

HDD LED

HDD LED ­HDD LED +

POWER LED ­POWER LED +

POWER LED

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Quick Start

Installing the Motherboard

1

2

8

Quick Start

Installing SATA Drives

http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc

1

2

3

4

5

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Quick Start

1

Installing a Graphics Card

http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A

2

3

4

5

6

10

Quick Start

Connecting Peripheral Devices

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Quick Start

Connecting the Power Connectors

http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4

ATX_PWR1

CPU_PWR1

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Quick Start

Power On

1

4

2

3

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Contents

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

Audio Ports Configuration .................................................................................... 21

Realtek HD Audio Manager .................................................................................. 22

Overview of Components .................................................................................... 24

CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 26

DIMM Slots ............................................................................................................ 27

PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots .......................................................................... 28

M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 30

SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 31

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 32

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ....................................................... 33

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. 33

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors ............................................................................. 34

JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors ................................................................... 34

CPU_FAN1,SYS_FAN1~4, PUMP_FAN1: Fan Connectors .................................... 35

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 36

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ....................................................................... 36

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ........................................................................... 37

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 37

JLED1: RGB LED connector ................................................................................. 38

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Contents

JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector ........................................................................... 38

Onboard LEDs ...................................................................................................... 39

EZ Debug LEDs ..................................................................................................... 39

BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 40

Entering BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 40

Resetting BIOS ...................................................................................................... 41

Updating BIOS ....................................................................................................... 41

EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 42

Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 44

SETTINGS .............................................................................................................. 45

Advanced ............................................................................................................... 45

Boot ....................................................................................................................... 52

Security ................................................................................................................. 53

Save & Exit ............................................................................................................ 54

OC .......................................................................................................................... 55

M-FLASH .............................................................................................................. 61

OC PROFILE .......................................................................................................... 62

HARDWARE MONITOR .......................................................................................... 63

Software Description ........................................................................................... 64

Installing Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10.............................................................................. 64

Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 64

Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 64

LIVE UPDATE 6 ...................................................................................................... 65

COMMAND CENTER ............................................................................................. 67

MSI SMART TOOL ................................................................................................. 71

MYSTIC LIGHT ....................................................................................................... 73

RAMDISK............................................................................................................... 74

X-BOOST ............................................................................................................... 75

NETWORK MANAGER ........................................................................................... 77

Intel

®

Extreme Tuning Utility ................................................................................ 79

CPU-Z.................................................................................................................... 80

RAID Configuration .............................................................................................. 81

Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM ........................................... 81

Degraded RAID Array ........................................................................................... 84

M.2 PCIe SSD RAID ............................................................................................... 86

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................88

Regulatory Notices .............................................................................................. 89

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Specifications

Specifications

CPU

y Supports 7th/6th Gen Intel

®

Core™ i3/i5/i7 processors,
and Intel® Pentium® and Celeron® processors for Socket
LGA1151

Chipset Intel

®

Z270 Chipset

Memory

y 4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB

 7th processors support DDR4 3800(OC)/ 3600(OC)/

3200(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2600(OC)/ 2400/ 2133
MHz*

 6th processors support DDR4 3600(OC)/ 3200(OC)/

3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2600(OC)/ 2400(OC)/ 2133 MHz*

y Dual channel memory architecture
y Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
y Supports Intel

®

Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

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

Expansion Slots

y 3x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (support x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4 modes)
y 3x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots

Onboard Graphics

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

4096x2160@30Hz(7th CPU), 4096x2160@24Hz(6th CPU),
2560x1600@60Hz

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

1920x1200@60Hz

Multi-GPU

y Supports 2-Way NVIDIA

®

SLI™ Technology

y Supports 3-Way AMD

®

CrossFire™ Technology

Storage

Intel

®

Z270 Chipset

y 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
y 2x M.2 slots (Key M)

 Support up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
 Support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe U.2 SSD with Turbo U.2 Host

Card**

 M2_1 slot supports 2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110 storage

devices

 M2_2 slot supports 2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices
 Intel

®

Optane™ Memory Ready for all M.2 slots

y Supports Intel

®

Smart Response Technology for Intel

Core

™

processors

* The SATA1, SATA5 and SATA6 ports will become unavailable with some

conditions of M.2 devices. Please refer to page 31 for M.2 & SATA
combination table.

** The Turbo U.2 Host Card is not included, please purchase separately.

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Specifications

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RAID

Intel

®

Z270 Chipset

y Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA

storage devices

y Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 storage devices*

* M.2 PCIe RAID volume can be created with M.2 GENIE. Please refer to page

43 for details about M.2 GENIE.

USB

y ASMedia

®

ASM2142 Chipset

 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C port

on the back panel

 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-A port

on the back panel

y Intel

®

Z270 Chipset

 8x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (4 Type-A

ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the

internal USB connectors)

 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

y Realtek

®

ALC1220 Codec

y 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio

LAN 1x Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN controller

Back Panel
Connectors

y 1x PS/2 mouse & keyboard combo port
y 2x USB 2.0 ports
y 1x DVI-D port
y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A port
y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port
y 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports
y 1x HDMI

™

port

y 1x LAN (RJ45) port
y 6x audio jacks

Internal Connectors

y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y 2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB

3.1 Gen1 ports)

y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0

ports)

y 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y 1x 4-pin water pump fan connector
y 4x 4-pin system fan connectors

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Specifications

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Internal Connectors

y 1x Front panel audio connector
y 2x Front panel connectors
y 1x RGB LED connector (Z270 SLI PLUS)
y 1x TPM module connector
y 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y 1x Serial port connector
y 1x Parallel port connector
y 1x Clear CMOS jumper

I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6795 Controller Chip

Hardware Monitor

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

From Factor

y ATX Form Factor
y 12.0 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

BIOS Features

y 1x 128 Mb flash
y UEFI AMI BIOS
y ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.8
y Multi-language

Software

y Drivers
y COMMAND CENTER
y LIVE UPDATE 6
y FAST BOOT
y SUPER CHARGER
y MYSTIC LIGHT
y RAMDISK
y X-BOOST
y MSI SMART TOOL
y CPU-Z MSI GAMING
y NETWORK MANAGER
y Intel

®

Extreme Tuning Utility

y Norton

™

Internet Security Solution

y Google Chrome

™

, Google Toolbar, Google Drive

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Specifications

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MSI Exclusive
Features

y CLICK BIOS 5

 EZ Mode & Advanced Mode Switching
 Board Explorer
 Hardware Monitor

y MILITARY CLASS 5

 Military Class Component
 Military Class Stability and Reliability

 ESD Protection
 EMI Protection
 Humidity Protection
 Circuit Protection
 High Temperature Protection
 VGA Armor Slot

y MSI Steel Armor

 PCI-E Steel Armor
 DDR4 Steel Shielding

y COMMAND CENTER

 System Monitor
 Smart Fan Control

y MYSTIC LIGHT EXTENSION (Z270 SLI PLUS)

 Dedicated HEADER for 4-pin RGB-strip

 LIGHT CONTROL
y RAMDISK
y LIVE UPDATE 6
y VR BOOST
y X-BOOST

 System Performance Enhancement

 User Scenario Profile

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Specifications

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Specification
Highlights

y DDR4 Boost Support

 Dual-Channel DDR4 Memory Support

 Isolated DDR4 Circuit Design

 DDR4 XMP Ready
y PCI Express 3.0 Support

 2-Way Nvidia SLI

TM

Support

 3-Way AMD CrossFire

TM

Support

y USB 3.1 Gen2 Ready

 USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Ready

 USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Ready
y Twin Turbo M.2 Ready

 Dual M.2 RAID Support

 PCIe 3.0 x4 (32 Gb/s) Support

 PCIe / SATA Dual Mode Support

 Intel

®

Optane™ Memory Ready

y NVMe / AHCI Driver Support
y U.2 Support (Optional)

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Block Diagram

Block Diagram

LPC Bus

2 x USB 3.1 Gen2

2 Channel DDR4 Memory

8 x USB 3.1 Gen1

2 x M.2

6 x USB 2.0

PCI-E Bus

PCI Express Bus

PCI Express Bus

P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard

Audio Jacks

DMI 3.0

Z270

CPU

NV6795

Super I/O

Realtek

ALC1220

ASMEDIA
ASM2142

x1

x1

x4

x2

PCI Express Bus

HDMI DVI-D

Switch

x1

PCIe x1 slot

PCIe x1 slot

PCIe x1 slot

PCIe x4 slot

6 x SATA 6Gb/s

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Rear I/O Panel

Rear I/O Panel

PS/2 Port

LAN

USB 2.0

Audio Ports

DVI-D

USB 3.1 Gen1

USB 3.1 Gen2

USB 3.1 Gen1USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C

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

LAN Port LED Status Table

Audio Ports Configuration

Audio Ports

Channel

2 4 6 8

Rear Speaker Out ● ● ●

Center/ Subwoofer Out ● ●

Side Speaker Out ●

Mic In

Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out ● ● ● ●

Line-In

(●: connected, Blank: empty)

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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.

Jack Status

Device
Selection

Connector
Strings

Profiles

Main Volume

Application
Enhancement

Advanced
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.

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

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Rear I/O Panel

AUDIO INPUT

Rear

Front

Side

Center/

Subwoofer

Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram

Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram

Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram

AUDIO INPUT

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Overview of Components

Overview of Components

PCI_E1

PCI_E2

JCOM1

JLED1

(optional)

PCI_E3

PCI_E4

PCI_E5

PCI_E6

CPU Socket

CPU_PWR1

ATX_PWR1

JUSB3

JUSB1

JUSB2

JBAT1

JUSB4

SATA▼1▲2
SATA3

SATA4
SATA▼5▲6

M2_1

M2_2

DIMMA1

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

DIMMB2

SYS_FAN1

SYS_FAN4

SYS_FAN3

JCI1

JFP1

JFP2

CPU_FAN1

PUMP_FAN1

JTPM1

JLPT1

SYS_FAN2

JAUD1

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Overview of Components

Component Contents

Port Name Port Type Page

CPU_FAN1,SYS_FAN1~4,

PUMP_FAN1

Fan Connectors 35

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1 Power Connectors 33

CPU Socket LGA1151 CPU Socket 26

DIMMA1, A2, B1, B2 DIMM Slots 27

JAUD1 Front Audio Connector 36

JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper 37

JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 36

JCOM1 Serial Port Connector 33

JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors 32

JLED1 RGB LED connector 38

JLPT1 Parallel Port Connector 38

JTPM1 TPM Module Connector 37

JUSB1~2 USB 2.0 Connectors 34

JUSB3~4 USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors 34

M2_1~2 M.2 Slots (Key M) 30

PCI_E1~6 PCIe Expansion Slots 28

SATA1~6 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors 31

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Overview of Components

CPU Socket

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

y

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

y

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.

y

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

y

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

y

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.

y

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

y

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

y

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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Overview of Components

DIMM Slots

DIMMA1 DIMMB1

Channel A Channel B

DIMMA2 DIMMB2

Memory module installation recommendation

DIMMB2 DIMMB2

DIMMB1

DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2

DIMMA1

Important

y

Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first.

y

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

y

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

y

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.

y

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.

y

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

y

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

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Overview of Components

PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16

PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1

PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x1

PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x8

PCI_E5: PCIe 3.0 x1

PCI_E6: PCIe 3.0 x4

x16 x8

x8

x8

x8

x4

Multiple graphics cards installation recommendation

Important

If 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 and to prevent
deformation of the slot.

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Overview of Components

Important

y

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

y

When 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.

Installing SLI graphics cards

For power supply recommendations for SLI configurations, please refer to the user
guide of your graphics card to make sure you meet all the system requirements.

To install SLI graphics cards:

1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cord, install two graphics cards

into the PCI_E1 and PCI_E4 slots.

2. Connect the two cards together using the SLI Bridge Connector.

3. Connect all PCIe power connectors of the graphics cards.

4. Reconnect the power cord, power up the computer and install the drivers and

software included in your graphics card package.

5. Right-click the Windows desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel from the menu,

click on Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX in the left task pane and select Maximize
3D performance in the SLI configuration menu, and then click Apply.

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Overview of Components

Important

y

Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM.

y

Intel® OptaneTM Memory Ready for all M.2 slots.

Video Demonstration

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

http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA

M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M)

M2_1

M2_2

Installing M.2 module

1

2

3

30°

3. Tighten the base screw

into the hole of the
distance to the M.2 slot
as the length your M.2
module.

4. Insert your M.2 module

into the M.2 slot at a
30-degree angle.

5. Put the screw in the

notch on the trailing edge
of your M.2 module and
tighten it into the base
screw.

1. Remove the screw from

the base screw.

2. Remove the base screw.

4

5

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Overview of Components

SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.

SATA1

SATA2

SATA3

SATA5

SATA6

SATA4

Important

y

The SATA1 / SATA5 port will be unavailable when an M.2 SATA SSD module has been
installed in the M2_1/ M2_2 slot.

y

The SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when an M.2 PCIe SSD module has
been install in the M2_2 slot.

y

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

y

SATA 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.

M.2 & SATA combination table

Slot Available SATA connectors

M2_1 PCIe SATA PCIe SATA

M2_2 PCIe PCIe SATA SATA
SATA1 ✓ ─ ✓ ─
SATA2 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
SATA3 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
SATA4 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
SATA5 ─ ─ ─ ─
SATA6 ─ ─ ✓ ✓

(SATA: M.2 SATA SSD, PCIe: M.2 PCIe SSD, ✓: available, ─: unavailable)

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Overview of Components

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

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

1

2 10

9

JFP1

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

JFP2

1 Speaker - 2 Buzzer +
3 Buzzer - 4 Speaker +

M.2 slots with examples of various combination possibilities

PCIe SATA

SATA PCIe

PCIe SATA

PCIe SATA

SATA4 SATA2

2xM.2 PCIe SSDs + 4xSATA HDDs

2xM.2 SATA SSDs + 4xSATA HDDs

1xM.2 PCIe SSD + 1xM.2 SATA SSD +
5xSATA HDDs

SATA3 SATA2

SATA1SATA4

SATA3 SATA2

SATA4

SATA3 SATA2

SATA4

SATA6SATA3 SATA2

SATA1SATA4

SATA6

1xM.2 SATA SSD + 1xM.2 PCIe SSD +
3xSATA HDDs

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Overview of Components

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131

12

ATX_PWR1

1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V

2 +3.3V 14 -12V

3 Ground 15 Ground

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

5

4 1

8

CPU_PWR1

1 Ground 5 +12V

2 Ground 6 +12V

3 Ground 7 +12V

4 Ground 8 +12V

Important

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

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.

1

2 10

9

1 DCD 2 SIN

3 SOUT 4 DTR

5 Ground 6 DSR

7 RTS 8 CTS

9 RI 10 No Pin

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector

This connector allows you to connect the optional serial port with bracket.

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JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on the front panel.

1

10 11

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.

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors

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

1

2 10

9

1 VCC 2 VCC

3 USB0- 4 USB1-

5 USB0+ 6 USB1+

7 Ground 8 Ground

9 No Pin 10 NC

Important

y

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

y

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

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CPU_FAN1,SYS_FAN1~4, PUMP_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.

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

Important

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

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

PWM Mode pin definition

1 Ground 2 +12V

3 Sense 4 Speed Control Signal

DC Mode pin definition

1 Ground 2 Voltage Control

3 Sense 4 NC

Pin definition of fan connectors

1

CPU_FAN1

Default PWM Mode fan connectors

Default DC Mode fan connectors

1

SYS_FAN1/ SYS_FAN3/

SYS_FAN4

SYS_FAN2

1

1

PUMP_FAN1

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JAUD1: Front Audio Connector

This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.

1

2 10

9

1 MIC L 2 Ground
3 MIC R 4 NC
5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection
7 SENSE_SEND 8 No Pin
9 Head Phone L

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JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable.

Normal
(default)

Trigger the chassis
intrusion event

Using chassis intrusion detector

1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis.

2. Close the chassis cover.

3. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.

4. Set Chassis Intrusion to Enabled.

5. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.

6. Once the chassis cover is opened again, a warning message will be displayed on

screen when the computer is turned on.

Resetting the chassis intrusion warning

1. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.

2. Set Chassis Intrusion to Reset.

3. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.

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Overview of Components

1

2 14

13

1 LPC Clock 2

3V Standby power
3 LPC Reset 4 3.3V Power
5

LPC address & data pin0

6 Serial IRQ

7

LPC address & data pin1

8 5V Power

9

LPC address & data pin2

10 No Pin

11

LPC address & data pin3

12 Ground

13 LPC Frame 14 Ground

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security
platform manual for more details and usages.

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on
the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system
configuration, set the jumper to clear the CMOS memory.

Keep Data
(default)

Clear CMOS/
Reset BIOS

Resetting BIOS to default values

1. Power off the computer and unplug the power cord

2. Use a jumper cap to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds.

3. Remove the jumper cap from JBAT1.

4. Plug the power cord and power on the computer.

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Important

y

This connector supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B) with the
maximum power rating of 3A (12V). Please keeping the LED strip shorter than 2
meters to prevent dimming.

y

Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing the RGB LED strip.

y

Please use MYSTIC LIGHT to control the extended LED strip

1

2 26

25

1 RSTB# 2 AFD# 3 PRND0

4 ERR# 5 PRND1 6 PINIT#

7 PRND2 8 LPT_SLIN# 9 PRND3

10 Ground 11 PRND4 12 Ground

13 PRND5 14 Ground 15 PRND6

16 Ground 17 PRND7 18 Ground

19 ACK# 20 Ground 21 BUSY

22 Ground 23 PE 24 Ground

25 SLCT 26 No Pin

JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector

This connector allows you to connect the optional parallel port with bracket.

1

JLED1

5050 LED strip

JLED1: RGB LED connector (optional)

This connector allows you to connect the 5050 RGB LED strips.

1

1 +12V 2 G
3 R 4 B

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Onboard LEDs

Onboard LEDs

EZ Debug LEDs

These LEDs indicate the status of key components during booting process. When an
error is occurred, the corresponding LED stays lit until the problem is solved.

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.

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BIOS Setup

The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal
conditions. You should always keep the default settings to avoid possible system
damage or failure booting unless you are familiar with BIOS.

Important

y

BIOS items are continuously update for better system performance. Therefore,
the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be for
reference only. You could also refer to the HELP information panel for BIOS item
description.

y

The pictures in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product
you purchased.

Entering BIOS Setup

Please refer the following methods to enter BIOS setup.

y Press Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot

Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process.

y Use MSI FAST BOOT application. Click on GO2BIOS button and choose OK. The

system will reboot and enter BIOS setup directly.

Click on GO2BIOS

Function key

F1: General Help
F2: Add/ Remove a favorite item
F3: Enter Favorites menu
F4: Enter CPU Specifications menu
F5: Enter Memory-Z menu
F6: Load optimized defaults
F7: Switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode
F8: Load Overclocking Profile
F9: Save Overclocking Profile
F10: Save Change and Reset*
F12: Take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).

* When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification
information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice.

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Resetting BIOS

You might need to restore the default BIOS setting to solve certain problems. There are
several ways to reset BIOS:

y Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults.
y Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard.

Important

Be sure the computer is off before clearing CMOS data. Please refer to the Clear
CMOS jumper section for resetting BIOS.

Updating BIOS

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH

Before updating:
Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI

website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive.
Updating BIOS:

1. Press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup during POST.

2. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.

3. Select the M-FLASH tab and click on Yes to reboot the system and enter the flash

mode.

4. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.

5. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot

automatically.

Updating the BIOS with Live Update 6

Before updating:
Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the Internet connection is set

properly.
Updating BIOS:

1. Install and launch MSI LIVE UPDATE 6.

2. Select BIOS Update.

3. Click on Scan button.

4. Click on

icon to download and install the latest BIOS file.

5. Click Next and choose In Windows mode. And then click Next and Start to start

updating BIOS.

6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart

automatically.

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EZ Mode

At EZ mode, it provides the basic system information and allows you to configure the
basic setting. To configure the advanced BIOS settings, please enter the Advanced
Mode by pressing the Setup Mode switch or F7 function key.

Information
display

XMP switch

System
information

Boot device
priority bar

Function
buttons

Language

OC GENIE 4
switch

Search

Screenshot

Setup Mode switch

M-Flash

Hardware
Monitor

Favorites

y OC GENIE 4 switch - click on it to toggle the OC GENIE 4 for OC.

Important

Please don’t make any changes in OC menu and don’t load defaults to keep the
optimal performance and system stability after activating the OC GENIE 4 function.

y XMP switch - click on the inner circle to enable/ disable the X.M.P. (Extreme Memory

Profile). Switch the outer circle to select the X.M.P. profile. This switch will only be
available if the X.M.P. supported memory module is installed.

y Setup Mode switch - press this tab or the F7 key to switch between Advanced mode

and EZ mode.

y Screenshot - click on this tab or the F12 key to take a screenshot and save it to USB

flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).

y Search - click on this tab or the Ctrl+F keys and the search page will show. It allows

you to search by BIOS item name, enter the item name to find the item listing. Move
the mouse over a blank space and right click the mouse to exit search page.

Important

In search page, only the F6, F10 and F12 function keys are available.

y Language - allows you to select the language of BIOS setup.
y System information - shows the CPU/ DDR speed, CPU/ MB temperature, MB/ CPU

type, memory size, CPU/ DDR voltage, BIOS version and build date.

y Boot device priority bar - you can move the device icons to change the boot priority.

The boot priority from high to low is left to right.

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y Information display - click on the CPU, Memory, Storage, Fan Info and Help

buttons on left side to display related information.

y Function buttons - enable or disable the LAN Option ROM, M.2 Genie, HD audio

controller, AHCI, RAID, CPU Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by

clicking on their respective button.

 M.2 GENIE is an user-friendly and easiest way to build the M.2 SSDs in RAID 0

automatically. If you using M.2 PCIe SSDs with M.2 GEINE function can greatly
improves read and write performances for many applications. You just need to
click on the M.2 GENIE button to build the RAID 0 volume for M.2 SSDs. After the
RAID 0 volume creating is done, the system will reboot and you can start to install
the operating system.

Important

y

Please note that you must install M.2 SSDs of the same model and type in the M.2
slots to create the RAID 0 volume.

y

During windows setup, the RAID driver may be required and you can find the RAID
driver in MSI Driver Disc.

y

You can use MSI SMART TOOL to build the Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10 installation drive
that includes RAID driver.

y

If your system boots from M.2 SSD RAID and then you delete the M.2 SSD RAID
volume in the UEFI BIOS, your system will become un-bootable.

y M-Flash - click on this button to display the M-Flash menu that provides the way to

update BIOS with a USB flash drive.

y Hardware Monitor - click on this button to display the Hardware Monitor menu that

allows you to manually control the fan speed by percentage.

y Favorites - press the F3 key to enter Favorites menu. It allows you to create

personal BIOS menu where you can save and access favorite/ frequently-used BIOS
setting items.

 Default HomePage - allows you to select a BIOS menu (e.g. SETTINGS, OC...,etc)

as the BIOS home page.

 Favorite1~5 - allows you to add the frequently-used/ favorite BIOS setting items in

one page.

 To add a BIOS item to a favorite page (Favorite 1~5)

1. Move the mouse over a BIOS item not only on BIOS menu but also on search

page.

2. Right-click or press F2 key.

3. Choose a favorite page and click on OK.

 To delete a BIOS item from favorite page

1. Move the mouse over a BIOS item on favorite page (Favorite 1~5)

2. Right-click or press F2 key.

3. Choose Delete and click on OK.

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Advanced Mode

Press Setup Mode switch or F7 function key can switch between EZ Mode and
Advanced Mode in BIOS setup.

OC GENIE 4
switch

XMP switch

System
information

Boot device
priority bar

BIOS menu
selection

Language

Search

Screenshot

Setup Mode switch

Menu display

BIOS menu
selection

y OC GENIE 4 switch/ XMP switch/ Setup Mode switch/ Screenshot/ Language/

System information/ Boot device priority bar - please refer to the descriptions of
EZ Mode Overview section.

y BIOS menu selection - the following options are available:

 SETTINGS - allows you to specify the parameters for chipset and boot devices.
 OC - allows you to adjust the frequency and voltage. Increasing the frequency may

get better performance.

 M-FLASH - provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive.
 OC PROFILE - allows you to manage overclocking profiles.
 HARDWARE MONITOR - allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages

of system.

 BOARD EXPLORER - provides the information of installed devices on this

motherboard.

y Menu display - provides BIOS setting items and information to be configured.

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SETTINGS

System Status

f System Date

Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements.
The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>.
<day> Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only.
<month> The month from Jan. through Dec.
<date> The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys.
<year> The year can be adjusted by users.

f System Time

Sets the system time. Use tab key to switch between time elements.
The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.

f SATA PortX/ M2_X

Shows the information of connected SATA/ M.2 devices.

Important

If the connected SATA device is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA
cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard.

f System Information

Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory
(read only).

f DMI Information

Shows system information, desktop Board Information and chassis Information. (Read
only).

Advanced

f PCI Subsystem Settings

Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press Enter to enter the
sub-menu.

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fPEG X - Max Link Speed [Auto]

Sets PCI Express protocol of PCIe x16 slots for matching different installed devices.
[Auto] This item will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only.
[Gen2] Enables PCIe Gen2 support only.
[Gen3] Enables PCIe Gen3 support only.

fPCI Latency Timer [32]

Sets latency timer of PCI interface device.

[Options: 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, 248 PCI Bus clocks]

fAbove 4G Decoding [Disabled]

Enables or disables 64-bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4G address

space. It is only available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding.

f ACPI Settings

Sets ACPI parameters of onboard power LED behaviors. Press Enter to enter the sub­menu.

fPower LED [Blinking]

Sets shining behaviors of the onboard Power LED.
[Dual Color] The power LED turns to another color to indicate the S3 state.
[Blinking] The power LED blinks to indicate the S3 state.

f Integrated Peripherals

Sets integrated peripherals' parameters, such as LAN, HDD, USB and audio. Press

Enter to enter the sub-menu.

fOnboard LAN Controller [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller.

fLAN Option ROM [Disabled]

Enables or disables the legacy network Boot Option ROM for detailed settings. This

item will appear when Onboard LAN Controller is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables the onboard LAN Boot ROM.
[Disabled] Disables the onboard LAN Boot ROM.

fNetwork Stack [Disabled]

Sets UEFI network stack for optimizing IPv4 / IPv6 function.
[Enabled] Enables UEFI network stack.
[Disabled] Disables UEFI network stack.

fIpv4 PXE Support [Enabled]

When Enabled, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv4 protocol. This item

will appear when Network Stack is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Ipv4 PXE boot support.
[Disabled] Disables the Ipv4 PXE boot support.

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fIpv6 PXE Support [Enabled]

When Enabled, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item

will appear when Network Stack is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Ipv6 PXE boot support.
[Disabled] Disables the Ipv6 PXE boot support.

fSATA Mode [AHCI Mode]

Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller.
[AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced

Host Controller Interface) offers some advanced features to enhance
the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native
Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging.

[RAID Mode] Enables RAID function for SATA storage devices.

fM2_1/ M2_2-RST Pcie Storage Remapping [Disabled]

Enables or disables Intel Rapid Storage Technology for M.2 PCIe devices.

fM.2 Genie [Disabled]

Enables or disables M.2 SSDs to build RAID 0 volume.

fSATAx Hot Plug [Disabled]

Allows user to enable or disable the SATA hot plug support.
[Enabled] Enables hot plug support for the SATA ports.
[Disabled] Disables hot plug support for the SATA ports.

fHD Audio Controller [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard High Definition Audio controller.

fHPET [Enabled]

Enables or disables the HPET (High Precision Event Timers) support.

fIntel Serial I/O [Disabled]

Enables or disables the supported devices to transfer data with Intel serial

protocol.

f Integrated Graphics Configuration

Adjusts integrated graphics settings for optimum system. Press Enter to enter the
sub-menu.

fInitiate Graphic Adapter [PEG]

Selects a graphics device as the primary boot device.
[IGD] Integrated Graphics Display.
[PEG] PCI-Express Graphics Device.

fIntegrated Graphics Share Memory [64M]

Selects a fixed amount of system memory allocated to the onboard graphics. This

item will appear when IGD Multi-Monitor is enabled.

fIGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled]

Enables or disables the multi-screen output from integrated graphics and external

graphics card. This item appears when Initiate Graphic Adapter set to PEG.

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[Enabled] Enables multi-screen function for both integrated and external

graphics cards.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

f USB Configuration

Sets the onboard USB controller and device function. Press Enter to enter the sub­menu.

fUSB Controller [Enabled]

Enables or disables all USB controller.

fXHCI Hand-off [Diasbled]

Enables or disables XHCI hand-off support for the operating system without XHCI

hand-off feature.

fLegacy USB Support [Enabled]

Sets Legacy USB function support.
[Auto] The system will automatically detect if any USB device is connected

and enable the legacy USB support.
[Enabled] Enable the USB support under legacy mode.
[Disabled] The USB devices will be unavailable under legacy mode.

fUSB Speed Optimization [Auto]

Enables or Disables the USB speed optimization. If set to Auto, BIOS will optimize
the USB speed automatically.

f Super IO Configuration

Sets system Super I/O chip parameters including LPT and COM ports. Press Enter to
enter the sub-menu.

fSerial (COM) Port 0 Configuration

Sets detailed configuration of serial(COM) port 0. Press Enter to enter the sub­menu.

fSerial (COM) Port 0 [Enabled]

Enables or disables serial (COM) port 0.

fSerial (COM) Port 0 Settings [Auto]

Sets serial port 0 (COM). If set to Auto, BIOS will optimize the IRQ automatically or
you can set it manually.

fParallel (LPT) Port Configuration

Sets detailed configuration of parallel port (LPT). Press Enter to enter the sub­menu.

fParallel (LPT) Port [Enabled]

Enables or disables parallel(LPT) port.

fParallel (LPT) Port Settings [Auto]

Sets parallel port (LPT). If set to Auto, BIOS will optimize the IRQ automatically or
you can set it manually.

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fDevice Mode [STD Printer Mode]

Selects an operating mode for parallel port.
[STD Printer Mode] Printer port mode
[SPP] Standard Parallel Port mode
[EPP-1.9/ 1.7 + SPP] Enhanced Parallel Port-1.9/ 1.7 mode + Standard

Parallel Port mode.
[ECP] Extended Capability Port mode
[ECP + EPP-1.9/ 1.7] Extended Capability Port mode + Enhanced Parallel

Port-1.9/ 1.7 mode.

f Power Management Setup

Sets system Power Management of EuP2013 and AC Power Loss behaviors. Press

Enter to enter the sub-menu.

fEuP 2013 [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system power consumption according to EuP2013
regulation.

[Enabled] Optimize the system power consumption according to EuP 2013

regulation. It will not support S4 & S5 wake up by USB, PCI and PCIe

devices.
[Disabled] Disables this function.

fRestore after AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Sets the system behaviors while encountering the AC power loss.
[Power Off] Leaves the system in power off state after restoring AC power.
[Power On] Boot up the system after restoring AC power.
[Last State] Restores the system to the previous state (power on/ power off)

before AC power loss.

fSystem Power Fault Protection [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system to boot up when detecting abnormal voltage input.
[Enabled] Protect the system from unexpected power operation and remain

the shut down status.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

f Windows OS Configuration

Sets Windows OS detailed configuration and behaviors. Press Enter to enter the sub­menu.

fWindows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support [Disabled]

Enables the supports for Windows 8.1/ 10 or disables for other operating systems.

Before enabling this item, make sure all installed devices & utilities (hardware &

software) should meet the Windows 8.1/ 10 requirements.
[Enabled] The system will switch to UEFI mode to meet the Windows

equirement.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

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fMSI Fast Boot [Disabled]

MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It will disable more devices to

speed up system boot time which is faster than the boot time of Fast Boot.
[Enabled] Enables the MSI Fast Boot function to speed up booting time. And

the following Fast Boot field will be disabled and fixed.

[Disabled] Disables MSI Fast Boot.

Important

When MSI Fast Boot is enabled, you can use MSI FAST BOOT application to enter BIOS
setup if needed. Please refer Entering BIOS Setup section for details.

fFast Boot [Enabled/ windows 8.1/ 10, Disabled/ windows7]

Enables or disables the fast boot feature for Windows 8.1/ 10. This item will only be

available when MSI Fast Boot is disabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Fast Boot configuration to accelerate system boot time.
[Disabled] Disables the Fast Boot configuration.

fInternal GOP Configuration

Manages the onboard Graphics Output Protocol (GOP). Press Enter to enter the

sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support is

enabled.

fSecure Boot

Sets the Windows secure boot to prevent the unauthorized accessing. Press Enter

to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL

Support is enabled.

fSecure Boot Support [Disabled]

Enables or disables secure boot support.
[Enabled] Enables the secure boot function and allow you to set the secure

boot settings.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fSecure Boot Mode [Standard]

Selects the secure boot mode. This item is to select how the secure boot keys be

loaded. This item appears when Secure Boot Support is enabled.
[Standard] The system will automatically load the secure keys from BIOS.
[Custom] Allows user to configure the secure boot settings and manually load

the secure keys.

fKey Management

Manages the secure boot keys. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub-

menu will appear when Secure Boot Mode sets to Custom.

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f Wake Up Event Setup

Sets system wake up behaviors for different sleep modes. Press Enter to enter the
sub-menu.

fWake Up Event By [BIOS]

Selects the wake up event by BIOS or operating system.
[BIOS] Activates the following items, set wake up events of these items.
[OS] The wake up events will be defined by OS.

fResume By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Disables or enables the system wake up by RTC Alarm.
[Enabled] Enables the system to boot up on a scheduled time/ date.
[Disabled] Disables this function.

fDate (of month) Alarm/ Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm

Sets RTC alarm date/ Time. If Resume By RTC Alarm is set to [Enabled], the system

will automatically resume (boot up) on a specified date/hour/minute/second in

these fields (using the + and - keys to select the date & time settings).

fResume By PCI-E Device [Disabled]

Enables or disables the wake up function of installed PCI-E expansion cards,

integrated LAN controllers or USB devices which are supported by third party

integrated chips.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes

when activity or input signal of PCIe device is detected.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fResume By Onboard Intel LAN [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system wake up by Onboard Intel LAN.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes

when activity or input signal of Intel LAN device is detected.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fResume by USB Device [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system wake up by USB devices.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from sleep state when activity of

USB device is detected.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fResume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 mouse.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when

activity of PS/2 mouse is detected.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

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fResume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 keyboard.
[Any Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when

activity of any key on PS/2 keyboard is detected.

[Hot Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when

activity of hot key on PS/2 keyboard is detected.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fHot Key [Ctrl+Space]

Selects a combination of keys as a hot key to wake the system. This item appears

when you set the Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard to Hot Key.

f Secure Erase+

Enables or disables Secure Erase+ function. Secure Erase+ is the best way to
effectively wipe all data from a SSD. Please note that data of SSD will be erased after
enabling Secure Erase+.

f Intel ( R ) Ethernet Connection 1219-V -(MAC

Shows driver information and configuration of the ethernet controller parameter.

Boot

Sets the sequence of system boot devices.

f Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled]

Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST.
[Enabled] Shows the logo in full screen.
[Disabled] Shows the POST messages.

f GO2BIOS [Disabled]

Allows system to enter BIOS setup directly by pressing the Power button for 4 sec pon
bootup.

[Enabled] The system boots straight to the BIOS setup by long pressing the power

button about 4 seconds when the system is off.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

f Bootup NumLock State [On]

Select the keyboard NumLock state upon bootup.

f Info Block effect [Unlock]

Sets the state of Help information block.
[Unlock] Sliding effect.
[Lock] Fix the Help information block on the screen.

f AUTO CLR_CMOS [Disabled]

Enables or disables the CMOS data to be resumed automatically when the booting
process hang-up over 5 seconds.

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f Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI]

Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS
installation requirement. This item will become un-selectable and will be configured
automatically by BIOS when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support is enabled.

[UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only.
[LEGACY+UEFI] Enables both Legacy BIOS boot mode and UEFI BIOS boot

mode.

f FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities

Sets device priority for system boot.

f Boot Option Priorities

These items are used to prioritize the installed boot devices.

Security

f Administrator Password

Sets administrator password for system security. User has full rights to change the
BIOS items with administrator password. After setting the administrator password, the
state of this item will show “Installed”.

f User Password

Sets User Password for system security. User has limited rights to change the BIOS
items with user password. This item will be available when administrator password is
set. After setting the user password, the state of this item will show “Installed”.

f Password Check [Setup]

Selects a condition that will request the password.
[Setup] A password will be requested for entering the BIOS Setup.
[Boot] A password will be requested for booting the system.

f Password Clear [Enabled]

Enables or disables the clear CMOS behavior to clear a set password.
[Enabled] The password will be erased after clear CMOS.
[Disabled] The password will always be kept.

Important

When selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear
on the screen. Type the password then press <Enter>. The password typed now will
replace any previous set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to
confirm the password. You may also press <Esc> to abort the selection.

To clear a set password, press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter a new
password. A message will confirm the password is being disabled. Once the password
is disabled, you can enter the setup and OS without authorization.

f Trusted Computing

Sets TPM (Trusted Platform Module) function.

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fSecurity Device Support [Disabled]

Enables or disables the TPM function to build the endorsement key for accessing

the system.

f Chassis Intrusion Configuration

Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.

fChassis Intrusion [Disabled]

Enables or disables recording messages when the chassis is opened. This function

is ready for the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch.
[Enabled] Once the chassis is opened, the system will record and issue a

warning message.

[Reset] Clear the warning message. After clearing the message, please

return to Enabled or Disabled.

[Disabled] Disables this funcion.

Save & Exit

f Discard Changes and Exit

Exit BIOS setup without saving any change.

f Save Changes and Reboot

Save all changes and reboot the system.

f Save Changes

Save current changes.

f Discard Changes

Discard all changes and restore to the previous values.

f Restore Defaults

Restore or load all default values.

f Boot Override

The installed bootable devices will appear on this menu, you can select one of them to
be the boot device.

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OC

Important

y

Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.

y

Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, it could void your warranty
or severely damage your hardware.

y

If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC GENIE 4 function for
easy overclocking.

f OC Explore Mode [Normal]

Enables or disables to show the normal or expert version of OC settings.
[Normal] Provides the regular OC settings in BIOS setup.
[Expert] Provides the advanced OC settings for OC expert to configure in BIOS

setup.

Note: We use * as the symbol for the OC settings of Expert mode.

f CPU Ratio Apply Mode [All Core]*

Sets applied mode for CPU ratio. This item only appears when a CPU that supports
Turbo Boost is installed.

[All Core] Activate the CPU Ratio field. All CPU cores will run the same CPU ratio

that be set in CPU Ratio.

[Per Core] Activate the X-Core Ratio Limit field. Sets each CPU core ratio

separately in X-Core Ratio Limit.

f CPU Ratio [Auto]

Sets the CPU ratio that is used to determine CPU clock speed. This item can only be
changed if the processor supports this function.

f 1/2/3/4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto]*

Allows you to set the CPU ratios for different number of active cores. These items only
appear when a CPU that support this function is installed.

f Adjusted CPU Frequency

Shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only.

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f CPU Ratio Mode [Dynamic Mode]*

Selects the CPU Ratio operating mode. This item will appear when you set the CPU
ratio manually.

[Fixed Mode] Fixes the CPU ratio.
[Dynamic Mode] CPU ratio will be changed dynamically according to the CPU

loading.

f Ring Ratio [Auto]

Sets the ring ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.

f Adjusted Ring Frequency

Shows the adjusted Ring frequency. Read-only.

f GT Ratio [Auto]

Sets the integrated graphics ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed
CPU.

f Adjusted GT Frequency

Shows the adjusted integrated graphics frequency. Read-only.

f Misc Setting*

Press Enter, + or - key to open or close the following 3 items related to CPU features.

fEIST [Enabled]*

Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel

®

SpeedStep Technology.

[Enabled] Enables the EIST to adjust CPU voltage and core frequency

dynamically. It can decrease average power consumption and
average heat production.

[Disabled] Disables EIST.

fIntel Turbo Boost [Enabled]*

Enables or disables the Intel

®

Turbo Boost. This item appears when the installed

CPU supports this function.
[Enabled] Enables this function to boost CPU performance automatically above

rated specifications when system request the highest performance
state.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

f CPU Base Clock (MHz)

Sets the CPU Base clock. You may overclock the CPU by adjusting this value. Please
note that overclocking behavior and stability is not guaranteed. This item appears
when the installed processor supports this function.

f CPU Base Clock Apply Mode [Auto]*

Sets the applying mode for adjusted CPU base clock.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Next Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock at next boot.
[Immediate] CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immediately.
[During Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock during boot.

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f Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) [Disabled]

X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Profile) is the overclocking technology by memory module.
Please enable XMP or select a profile of memory module for overclocking the memory.
This item will be available when the memory modules that support X.M.P. is installed.

f DRAM Reference Clock [Auto]*

Sets the DRAM reference clock. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.
This item appears when a CPU that supports this adjustment is installed.

f DRAM Frequency [Auto]

Sets the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed.

f Adjusted DRAM Frequency

Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only.

f Memory Try It ! [Disabled]

It improve memory compatibility or performance by choosing optimized memory
preset.

f Advanced DRAM Configuration

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the memory timing for each/ all
memory channel. The system may become un-stable or un-bootable after changing
memory timing. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default
settings. (Refer to the Clear CMOS jumper/ button section to clear the CMOS data, and
enter the BIOS to load the default settings.)

f Memory Fast Boot [Auto]*

Enables or disables the initiation and training for memory every booting.
[Auto] The setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] System will completely keep the archives of first intiation and training

for memory. So the memory will not be initialed and trained when
booting to accelerate the system booting time.

[Disabled] The memory will be initialed and trained every booting.

f CPU Core/ GT Voltage Mode [Auto]*

Selects the control mode for CPU Core/ GT voltages.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Adaptive Mode] Sets the adaptive voltage automatically for optimizing the system

performance.
[Override Mode] Allows you to set the voltage manually.
[Offset Mode] Allows you to set the offset voltage and select the voltage offset

mode.
[Adaptive + Offset ] Sets the adaptive voltage automatically and allows you to set the

offset voltage.
[Override + Offset ] Allows you to set the voltage and the offset voltage manually.

f CPU Voltages control [Auto]

These options allows you to set the voltages related to CPU. If set to Auto, BIOS will
set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.

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f DRAM Voltages control [Auto]

These options allows you to set the voltages related to memory. If set to Auto, BIOS
will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.

f PCH Voltages control [Auto] (optional)

These options allows you to set the voltages related to PCH. If set to Auto, BIOS will
set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.

f OC Quick View Timer [3 Sec]*

Sets the duration of OC setting values showed on the screen.

f CPU Specifications

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays the information of
installed CPU. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F4].
Read only.

fCPU Technology Support

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu shows the key features of
installed CPU. Read only.

f MEMORY-Z

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays all the settings and
timings of installed memory. You can also access this information menu at any time by
pressing [F5].

fDIMMA1/A2/B1/B2 Memory SPD

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu displays the information of
installed memory. Read only.

f CPU Features

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.

fHyper-Threading [Enabled]

Intel Hyper-Threading technology treats the multi cores inside the processor as
multi logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously. In this way,
the system performance is highly improved. This item appears when the installed

CPU supports this technology.
[Enable] Enables Intel Hyper-Threading technology.
[Disabled] Disables this item if the system does not support HT function.

fActive Processor Cores Control [All]

Allows you to select the number of active CPU cores.

fLimit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]

Enables or disables the extended CPUID value.
[Enabled] BIOS limits the maximum CPUID input value to circumvent boot

problems with older operating system that do not support the
processor with extended CPUID value.

[Disabled] Use the actual maximum CPUID input value.

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fIntel Virtualization Tech [Enabled]

Enables or disables Intel Virtualization technology.
[Enabled] Enables Intel Virtualization technology and allows a platform to run

multiple operating systems in independent partitions. The system
can function as multiple systems virtually.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fIntel VT-D Tech [Disabled]

Enables or disables Intel VT-D (Intel Virtualization for Directed I/O) technology.

fHardware Prefetcher [Enabled]

Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher (MLC Streamer prefetcher).
[Enabled] Allows the hardware prefetcher to automatically pre-fetch data

and instructions into L2 cache from memory for tuning the CPU
performance.

[Disabled] Disables the hardware prefetcher.

fAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]

Enables or disables the CPU hardware prefetcher (MLC Spatial prefetcher).
[Enabled] Enables adjacent cache line prefetching for reducing the cache

latency time and tuning the performance to the specific application.

[Disabled] Enables the requested cache line only.

fCPU AES Instructions [Enabled]

Enables or disables the CPU AES (Advanced Encryption Standard-New

Instructions) support. This item appears when a CPU supports this function.

fIntel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled]

Enables or disables the Intel adaptive thermal monitor function to protect the CPU

from overheating.
[Enabled] Throttles down the CPU core clock speed when the CPU is over the

adaptive temperature.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fIntel C-State [Auto]

Enables or disables the Intel C-state. C-state is a processor power management

technology defined by ACPI.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] Detects the idle state of system and reduce CPU power consumption

accordingly.

[Disabled] Disable this function.

fC1E Support [Disabled]

Enables or disables the C1E function for power-saving in halt state. This item

appears when Intel C-State is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables C1E function to reduce the CPU frequency and voltage for

power-saving in halt state.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

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fPackage C State limit [Auto]

This item allows you to select a CPU C-state level for power-saving when system is

idle. The options of C-state depend on the installed CPU. This item appears when

Intel C-State is enabled.

fCFG Lock [Enabled]

Lock or un-lock the MSR 0xE2[15], CFG lock bit.
[Enabled] Locks the CFG lock bit.
[Disabled] Un-locks the CFG lock bit.

fEIST [Enabled]

Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel

®

SpeedStep Technology. This item will

appear when OC Explore Mode is set to Normal.
[Enabled] Enables the EIST to adjust CPU voltage and core frequency

dynamically. It can decrease average power consumption and
average heat production.

[Disabled] Disables EIST.

fIntel Turbo Boost [Enabled]

Enables or disables the Intel

®

Turbo Boost. This item is for Normal mode and

appears when a CPU that support Turbo Boost is installed.
[Enabled] Enables this function to boost CPU performance automatically over

specification when system request the highest performance state.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fLong Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto]

Sets the long duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.

fLong Duration Maintained (s) [Auto]

Sets the maintaining time for Long duration power Limit(W).

fShort Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto]

Sets the short duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.

fCPU Current Limit (A) [Auto]

Sets maximum current limit of CPU package in Turbo Boost mode. When the

current is over the specified value, the CPU will automatically reduce the core

frequency for reducing the current.

fFCLK Frequency [Auto]

Sets FCLK frequency. Lower FCLK frequency may help you to set higher base clock

frequency.

fDMI Link Speed [Auto]

Sets DMI speed.

fSW Guard Extensions (SGX) [Software Control]

Enables or disables Intel SGX.

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M-FLASH

M-FLASH provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Please down-load
the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website, save the
BIOS file into your USB flash drive. And then follow the steps below to update BIOS.

1. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.

2. Click on M-FLASH tab, a demand message will be prompted. Click on Yes to

reboot and enter the flash mode.

3. The system will enter the flash mode and a file selection menu will appear after

rebooting.

4. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.

5. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot

automatically.

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OC PROFILE

f Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press <Enter> to enter the sub­menu.

fSet Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Name the current overclocking profile.

fSave Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Save the current overclocking profile.

fLoad Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Load the current overclocking profile.

fClear Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Clear the current overclocking profile.

f OC Profile Load from ROM

Load OC profile from BIOS ROM.

f OC Profile Save to USB

Save OC profile to the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive should be FAT/ FAT32
format only.

f OC Profile Load from USB

Load OC profile from the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive should be FAT/ FAT32
format only.

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HARDWARE MONITOR

Temperature
& Speed

Fan Manage

Voltage
display

Setting
Buttons

f Temperature & Speed

Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds.

f Fan Manage

 PWM - allows you to select the PWM mode for fan operation.
 DC - allows you to select the DC mode for fan operation.
 Fan step up/ down time - allows you to set the period of fan step up/ down.
 Smart Fan Mode field - allows you to drag the gradient points to configure the

fan target values for Smart Fan mode. Smart Fan can control the fan speed
automatically depending on the CPU temperature to keep it with in a specific
range. If the current CPU temperature reaches to the target value, the Smart Fan
function will be activated.

Important

y

The changing will achieve after you save the changes and reboot the system.

y

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

f Settings Buttons

 All Full Speed - configures all fans to run at full operating speed.
 All Set Default - configures all fans to run at default operating speed.
 All Set Cancel - discards current changes and restores previous operating fan

speeds .

f Voltage display

Shows the current voltages of CPU, system and memory.

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Software Description

Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com.

Installing Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10

1. Power on the computer.

2. Insert the Windows

®

7/ 8.1/ 10 disc into your optical drive.

Note: Due to chipset limitation, during the Windows 7 installation process, USB
optical drives or USB flash drives are not supported. You can use MSI Smart Tool
to install Windows® 7.

3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.

4. For windows 8.1/ 10, skip this step. For Windows 7, access the BIOS menu

SETTINGS > Advanced > Windows OS Configuration > Windows 7 Installation and

set the item to enabled, save changes and restart.

Note: It is suggested to plug in your USB Keyboard/ USB Mouse to the leftmost
USB port when installing Windows® 7.

5. Press F11 key during the computer POST (Power-On Self Test) to get into Boot

Menu.

6. Select your optical drive from the Boot Menu.

7. Press any key when screen shows Press any key to boot from CD or DVD...

message.

8. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Windows

®

7/ 8.1/ 10.

Installing Drivers

1. Start up your computer in Windows® 7/ 8.1/ 10.

2. Insert MSI

®

Driver Disc into your optical drive.

3. The installer will automatically appear and it will find and list all necessary

drivers.

4. Click Install button.

5. The software installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will

prompt you to restart.

6. Click OK button to finish.

7. Restart your computer.

Installing Utilities

Before you install utilities, you must complete drivers installation.

1. Insert MSI

®

Driver Disc into your optical drive.

2. The installer will automatically appear.

3. Click Utilities tab.

4. Select the utilities you want to install.

5. Click Install button.

6. The utilities installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt

you to restart.

7. Click OK button to finish.

8. Restart your computer.

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Software Description

LIVE UPDATE 6

LIVE UPDATE 6 is an application for the MSI® system to scan and download the latest
drivers, BIOS and utilities. With LIVE UPDATE 6, you do not need to search the drivers
on specific MSI web page. LIVE UPDATE 6 will download the appropriate drivers
automatically.

Download Options

Download List

Scan / Download / Total
Installer button

System Information

Last Scanned Date

There are Live Update, History, Setting and System Information tabs at the top. You
can click the tab to switch the control panel.

y Live Update - When you launch LIVE UPDATE 6, you will see the Live update tab at

first. This tab allows you to select files to download. You can also read the relevant
information by clicking the information icon

on the right of the item listed.

y History - shows the downloading history.
y Setting - allows you to specify the frequency of LIVE UPDATE 6 that remind you to

update.

y System Information - displays the information of the system.

Updating The System

This section describes how to update your system with LIVE UPDATE 6. Please follow
the steps below:

1

2

4

5

3

1. Select the Live Update tab.

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2. Choose Automatic scan, system will automatically scan all the items and search

for the latest update files. Or you can choose Manual scan and select the items you
wish to scan.

3. Click the Scan button at the bottom. It may take several minutes to complete the

process.

4. When the download list appears, please select the items you intend to update.

5. Click Download button at the bottom.

6. When Save Path prompts, you can specify a download directory.

7. When downloading, you will see the screen below. It may take several minutes to

complete the process.

8. To install the applications, simply unpack the packages and install.

Total Installer

Total Installer is a convenient feature to simplify complicated installing procedure. To
use Total Installer:

1

2

3

1. Scan updates in Live Update tab.

2. Check the Select All check-box you intend to update.

3. Click the Total Installer button. LIVE UPDATE 6 will automatically install them.

4. When prompted, click OK to complete the Total Installer procedure

5. Reboot your system.

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Software Description

COMMAND CENTER

COMMAND CENTER is an user-friendly software and exclusively developed by MSI,
helping users to adjust system settings and monitor status under OS. With the help
of COMMAND CENTER, making it possible to achieve easier and efficient monitoring
process and adjustments than that under BIOS. In addition, the COMMAND CENTER
can be a server for mobile remote control application.

Feature Menu

CPU TemperatureSystem Information

Feature Title

Feature
Control Panel

Previous
Feature

Next Feature

Profile
Buttons

Option Buttons

Page Indicator

Resize Corner

Profile Buttons

y Default - load the default values for the current feature.
y Apply - apply your changes.
y Save - store values in the file with individual file extension.
y Load - load the values from the file.

Important

Every time you shut down the system, the configured setting will be restored to the
factory default. If you want to use the saved settings, you have to load it every time by
clicking the Load and Apply buttons.

CPU Frequency

CPU Frequency control panel allows you to change
CPU Ratio and Base clock. You can see the current
frequency of each CPU core on the top of the panel.

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CPU Fan

CPU Fan control panel provides Smart mode and
Manual Mode. You can switch the control mode by

clicking the Smart Mode and Manual Mode buttons
on the top of the CPU Fan control panel.

y Manual Mode - allows you to manually control the

CPU fan speed by percentage.

y Smart Mode - a linear fan speed control feature.

The control panel contains 4 dots allows you to
drag and adjust the Smart Speed slopes. The fan
speed will be changed along these lines with CPU
temperature. The white dot will create strip chart
in real time.

y System Fan Button - to open the system fan

control panel in new window.

y Fan Tune Button - to automatically optimize the

smart fan setting.

IGP Frequency & GT Voltage

y IGP Frequency - Allows you to adjust the IGP ratio,

and shows the IGP clock, ratio and frequency.

y GT Voltage - Allows you to adjust the GT voltage.

The risky values are displayed in red.

DRAM Frequency & DRAM Voltage

y DRAM Frequency - Shows the DRAM clock, ratio

and frequency.

y DRAM Voltage - Allows you to adjust the DRAM

voltage. The risky values are displayed in red.

CPU Voltage

CPU Voltage control panel allows you to control the
CPU voltage.

Manual Mode

Smart Mode

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Option Buttons - Advanced

When click the Advanced button, The Voltage, Fan and DRAM icons will appear.

y Voltage - allows you to adjust advanced voltage values of CPU and chipset.
y

Fan - allows you to control the system fans speed.

y

DRAM - shows the current Advanced DRAM parameters, and allows you to change
the settings by selecting values from the drop-down menu on the right hand side.

y

Sensor - allows you to monitor your motherboard temperature and fan speed with
the virtual thermal image. You can drag and drop the fan icons to new locations.
When you press the Cooling button, all fans will run at full speed.

Option Buttons - Setting

When click the Setting button, The Record, Warning and Mobile Control icons will
appear.

y Record - allows you to monitor the status of voltage, fan speed and temperature in

real time.

 To filter record charts, select the check box next to the items.
 When click the Play button, the chart pane will start to show the recording chart.

If you want to check the value of a specific spot on chart, please move the orange
vertical line to the spot.

 History Record stores the data and names with date and time.
 To make a history record: Select items and click the Record button. When finished,

click the Record button again. The data will be stored in the drop-down menu.

 To load a record, click the drop-down menu and select one from the list.
 To delete a record, select the record that you want to delete, and click the Trash

Can icon.

OC GENIE 4

OC GENIE 4 provides a specified CPU frequency for
overclocking the CPU.

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y Warning - contains fields of voltage, fan speed and temperature for you to set the

threshold values. When system detects the status over your settings, a warning
message will pop-up.

y Mobile Control - is only available for the motherboard with the built-in WiFi module.

It allows you to enable/disable the COMMAND CENTER Remote Server. Please refer
to the instruction on the Mobile Control control panel.

y To start remote control: (optional)

1. Download and install MSI

®

COMMAND CENTER APP to your mobile device.

2. Enable COMMAND CENTER Remote Server on the Mobile Control panel.

3. Enable SoftAP Management.

4. Enter SSID and Password, and then click the Apply button.

5. Activate Wi-Fi

®

on your mobile device and connect to SoftAP with the SSID.

6. Run MSI

®

COMMAND CENTER APP on your mobile device.

7. Find the IP address on the SoftAP Management Setting area, and enter the IP

address on your MSI

®

COMMAND CENTER APP to link your system.

8. Press Refresh on the MSI

®

COMMAND CENTER APP to verify that monitoring and

OC functions are working properly.

Option Buttons - Information

When click the Information button, The Motherboard, CPU, Memory and HW monitor
icons will appear.

You can click the icons to open the related information.

Gadget Mode

COMMAND CENTER provides a gadget mode to
monitor the system status. You can switch between
gadget mode and full mode by clicking the arrow
icon

on the top left.

y To arrange gadgets:

1. Click the Spanner icon

on the Gadget mode,

a configuration panel will slide out.

2. Select the check box next to the items.

3. Click the Close button.

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Software Description

MSI SMART TOOL

MSI SMART TOOL is a convenient tool that can help you to create your Windows
installation USB flash drive with USB 3.0 drivers, and it can also create a software
RAID.

Main menu

After installing and activating MSI SMART TOOL, it will display a main menu for you
to choose Win7 Smart Tool or Software RAID. Note that the Software RAID is only
available when your system equipped with at least 3 hard-disk drives (1 system disk
and 2 data disks).

WIN7 SMART TOOL

Before you can create your Windows installation USB flash drive, you’ll need to have
your Windows Installation DVD or ISO file, and also have a minimum of a 8GB USB
flash drive to create your installer. Be sure to backup files on the USB drive, this
process will erase it.

To create the Windows installation USB drive:

Step1. Choose source folder

y In the Source folder box, type the name and path of your Windows ISO file, or click

Browse button and select the file from the dialog box. (This option will copy all

Windows installation files and USB 3.0 drivers)

y If you already have the Windows Installation USB flash drive and just want to add

USB 3.0 drivers on it, you can choose Add USB drivers.

Step2. Choose Storage device

y Choose USB storage and select your USB flash drive in the drop-down list. In case

the USB flash drive is not listed, click the Refresh Drive button.

y If you want to install Windows on the PCIe M.2 RAID that was created by BIOS >

M.2 Genie (please refer to BIOS Setup Section for details), check the M.2 Genie
checkbox to copy iRST drivers to the USB flash drive.

y Click Start.

Important

You can also create an installer ISO image file by selecting the ISO destination in
Step2, and then burn it onto the DVD. However, this method does not support M.2
Genie.

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Software Description

SOFTWARE RAID

This utility allows you to create a software RAID in Windows system.

To create a software RAID:

1. Use checkboxs to select the disks you want included in your RAID.

2. Choose Speed Up or Backup for RAID type.

y Speed Up = RAID0
y Backup = RAID1

3. Click Start.

4. When prompt Finish!, click OK.

Important

Software RAID can't includ the system disk.

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Software Description

MYSTIC LIGHT

MYSTIC function allows you to control LED lights on your motherboard.

LED Area
Selection

LED
ON/OFF

y LED ON/OFF - allows you to turn ON/ OFF the LED function.
y LED Area Selection - separately controls each segment of LEDs on your

motherboard, graphics cards and extend LED strip.

y LED effects - switches LEDs on or off.
y Styles - select the LED style from the drop-down list.
y Extend LED (optional) - allows you to turn ON/ OFF the Extend LED Effects function.

 Extend LED Effects - select extend LED strip effect.
y LED color - allows you change the LED color.
y Apply Button - applies the Styles settings to LEDs.

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Software Description

RAMDISK

RAMDISK creates a virtual RAM drive using the available memory in your computer,
the performance of the RAMDISK is faster than an SSD and hard drive. RAMDISK
allows you to store any temporary information on it. Furthermore, using the RAMDISK
will extend your SSD’s life by sparing it from excessive reading and writing.

Creating a RAM Disk

When RAMDISK is started, it will create a default RAM disk. If you want to change
settings, refer to following instructions.

Setting

Backup

Management

Option

Apply
Button

y Setting - specify Letter, Name, Size and Format of the RAM disk.
y Option - select browser temporary files to save/load on the RAM disk. You can also

add software files to improve reading speed.

y Backup - specify backup and restore settings to prevent data loss. All files will be

lost each time the RAMDISK is stopped if you do not backup.

 Browse Button - set the path to the image file.

 Backup Right Now Button - manually backup files.

 Restore On Boot - check this box to have the image file loaded automatically when

RAMDISK starts.

 Auto Backup - check this box to backup automatically over a period of time.
y Apply Button - allows you to apply changes.
y Management - shows RAMDISK information and allows you to delete files.

Dislpay
information

Delete files
in the RAM
disk.

Remove the RAM disk

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Software Description

X-BOOST

The MSI X-BOOST allows you to select the system performance mode to meet your
current system environment or support faster storage access speed for your external
storage or memory cards.

Easy

In Easy page, you can select one system performance mode to meet the current
system environment.

Setting

Performance
information

Performance
mode

y Performance mode - moves over the mouse to any one of performance mode and

click on the ON button to enable it.

Important

The Customize mode is the default of system performance.

y Performance information - displays the system performance diagram of enabled

mode.

y Setting - enables or disables Run X-BOOST when windows starts.

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Software Description

Advance

In Advance page, you can enable the USB SPEED UP, the STORAGE BOOST and VR
BOOST.

Setting

Device
information

y Device information - displays the information and current transfer rates/ access

speeds of USB/ storage devices.

y Setting - enables or disables Run X-BOOST when windows starts.
y USB SPEED UP - supports faster the data transfer rates of the USB storage devices.
y STORAGE BOOST - supports faster access speed of storage device.

Important

y

Please note that you can only select one mode at a time from Easy or Advance page
as MSI X-BOOST function.

y

The improved transfer rate/ access speed will vary with the USB/ storage device.

y VR BOOST (optional)- provides the optimized settings to boost the system for better

VR experience.

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Software Description

NETWORK MANAGER

NETWORK MANAGER is an utility for traffic shaping for the Windows 7/ 8.1/ 10. It
can keep your internet fast during heavy upload/ download and improve your ping for
online games. If your motherboard has a Wi-Fi module, NETWORK MANAGER provides
virtual access point function for traffic shaping for your mobile devices.

y Applications - displays currently using network bandwidth applications. You can

prioritize Games, Medias or File sharing programs as high as possible.

y Performance - shows top 5 applications by total traffic, allows you to monitor

network bandwidth usage.

y Network Test - allows you to setup bandwidth control.
y Advanced Setting - allows you to expand RWIN to accelerate download speed. You

can also block IP address and setup virtual access point.

y Information - shows version information.

Configuring Bandwidth

This section describes how to configure Internet Provider Speed. You can configure
default internet upload and download bandwidth from the Network Test tab on the
NETWORK MANAGER window.

Important

Before using the NETWORK MANAGER for the first time, you should use the Test
Network Speed button which runs a speed test of your current total Internet

bandwidth delivered through your Internet service provider.

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Software Description

Speed Testing

The speed testing is used to optimize bandwidth usage. To test the Upload and Down­load speed, please follow the steps below:

1

1. Click the Network Test block in NETWORK MANAGER.

2

3

4

2. Click Test Network Speed button. The test takes several minutes to test your

network speed.

3. Enter the testing results into Upload Speed and Download Speed fields.

4. Check the Enable Bandwidth Control to allow the NETWORK MANAGER to

manage the bandwidth.

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Software Description

Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility

Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility (Intel XTU) is a simple overclocking software for you to
tune, test and monitor your system.

Navigation

Views
Settings
Help

System
Table

System
Monitors

System
Graphs

Tuning Controls

y Views Settings Help

 Views - toggles to switche between Monitoring and Show All view.

 Settings - opens the General Settings window.

 Help - displays the help content for Intel XTU in a separate window.
y Navigation - lists all of the major functions of Intel XTU.

 System Information - shows the details about your system.

 App-Profile Pairing - tunes automatically based on active application.

 Manual Tuning - changes system settings in a free form.

 Stress Test - tests the stability of your system.

 Benchmarking - analyzes and compares your system’s performance against

other system profiles.

 Profiles - manages sets of system settings.
y Tuning Controls - displays the controls for changing the system settings in manual

tuning. For stress tests and profiles, this area displays the settings for these
features.

y System Table - displays information about the current system settings and a

summary of your changes.

y System Graphs - shows measured system values over a period of time. The system

graphs update live as changes are detected in the system. You can customize the
system graphs to show the data you need for your overclocking strategy in the
system graphs preferences.

y System Monitors - shows the range of the value, averages, and the current value.

The monitors change color if the monitored values fall into warning or critical zones.

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Software Description

CPU-Z

CPU-Z is an utility that gathers information on some of the main devices of your
system.

y CPU Tab - shows processor name, code name, package, specification, instructions

sets, core speed and cache levels.

y Caches Tab - shows extended information related to the cache capabilities.
y Mainboard Tab - shows motherboard manufacturer, model name, chipset, BIOS

version and graphic interface.

y Memory Tab - shows memory type, memory size, channels, memory frequency.
y SPD Tab - shows specifications relating to each memory module connected to the

motherboard, including the size, type and frequency.

y Graphics Tab - shows GPU name, code name, core speed, memory size, and

memory type.

y Bench Tab - allows you to run either a benchmark or a stress test on your processor.
y About Tab - shows the CPU-Z version, Windows version, DirectX version and allows

you to save the report file.

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RAID Configuration

RAID Configuration

Below are the different types of a RAID.
RAID 0 breaks the data into blocks which are written to separate hard drives.

Spreading the hard drive I/O load across independent channels greatly
improves I/O performance.

RAID 1 provides data redundancy by mirroring data between the hard drives and

provides enhanced read performance.

RAID 5 provides data striping at the byte level and also stripe error correction

information. This results in excellent performance and good fault tolerance.

RAID 10 uses four hard drives to create a combination of RAID 0 and 1 by forming a

RAID 0 array from two RAID 1 arrays.

RAID level comparison

RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10

Minimum # drives 2 2 3 4
Data protection None Excellent Excellent Excellent
Read performance Excellent OK Good OK
Write performance Excellent Good OK Good
Capacity utilization 100% 50% 67%~(1-1/n) 50%

Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM

First, you need to set the SATA mode to RAID in BIOS to create, delete and reset RAID
volumes. To enter the IRST Option ROM, reboot and press Ctrl + I keys to enter the
IRST Option ROM during the POST, the following window will appear.

MAIN MENU

[ ]

DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION

[ ]

4. Recovery Volume Options

5. Acceleration Options

6. Exit

RAID Volumes :

None dened.

Physical Devices :
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)

1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk

[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Exit [ENTER] - Select Menu

1. Create RAID Volume

2. Delete RAID Volume

3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID

[ ]

MAIN MENU

Important

The following procedure is only available with a newly-built system or if you are
reinstalling your OS. It should not be used to migrate an existing system to RAID.

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Creating s RAID Volume

1. Select option Create RAID Volume and press Enter key. The following screen

appears.

[ ]

CREATE VOLUME MENU

[ ]

HELP

Name :

RAID 1 : Mirrors data (redundancy) .

[ ↑↓] - Change [TAB] - Next [ESC] - Previous Menu [ENTER] - Select

RAID Level :

Disks :

Strip Size :

Capacity :

Sync :

Volume0
RAID1(Mirror)
Select Disks
N / A
XXX.X GB
N / A

Create Volume

2. Specify a RAID Volume name and then press the Tab or Enter key to go to the next

field

3. Use the ↑↓←→ arrow keys to select the RAID level best suited to your usage

model in RAID Level.

4. In the Disk field, press Enter key and use Space key to select the disks you want to

create for the RAID volume, then click Enter key to finish selection. This field will
become available according to the selected RAID level.

5. Select the strip size for the RAID array by using the ↑ upper arrow or ↓ down

arrow keys to scroll through the available values, and pressing the Enter key

to select and advance to the next field. The available values range from 4KB to
128 KB in power of 2 increments. The strip size should be chosen based on the
planned drive usage. Here are some typical values:
RAID0 -128KB / RAID10 - 64KB / RAID5 - 64KB.

6. Select the capacity of the volume in the Capacity field. The default value is the

maximum volume capacity of the selected disks.

Important

Since you want to create two volumes, this default size (maximum) needs to be
reduced. Type in a new size for the first volume. As an example: if you want the first
volume to span the first half of the two disks, re-type the size to be half of what is
shown by default. The second volume, when created, will automatically span the
remainder of two hard drives.

7. Go to the Create Volume field and press Enter, a WARNING message will appear

for you to confirm if you are sure to create the RAID volume. Press Y to continue.

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RAID Configuration

Removing a RAID Volume

Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives
will be lost.

Important

If your system currently boots to RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the IRST
Option ROM, your system will become unbootable.

Select option Delete RAID Volume from the main menu screen and press Enter key to
select a RAID volume for deletion. Then press Delete key to delete the selected RAID
volume. The following screen appears.

[ ]

DELETE VOLUME MENU

[ ]

HELP

Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.

[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Previous Menu [DEL] - Delete Volume

WARNING : ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.

(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)

Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable

Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) 2 XXX.XGB Normal Yes

ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST!

(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)

Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y / N) :

DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION

[ ]

Press Y key to accept the volume deletion.

Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Select option Reset Disks to Non-RAID from the main menu screen and press Enter
to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. Use the
Space key to select the disks and press Enter key. A confirmation sentence will appear
below, and then press Y key to accept the selection

DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION

[ ]

4. Recovery Volume Options

4. Recovery Volume Options

5. Exit

RAID Volumes :

None dened.

Physical Devices :
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)

1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk

[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Exit [ENTER] - Select Menu

1. Create RAID Volume

2. Delete RAID Volume

Resetting RAID disk will remove its RAID structures and revert it

to a non-RAID disk.

[ ]

RESET RAID DATA

WARNING : Resetting a disk causes all data on the disk to be lost.

(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)

Select the disks that should be reset.

[ ↑↓] - Previous/ Next [SPACE] - Selects [ENTER] - Selection Complete

Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status

1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Member Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Member Disk

[ ]

MAIN MENU

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RAID Configuration

Important

y

You will lose all data on the RAID drives and any internal RAID structures when you
perform this operation.

y

Possible reasons to Reset Disks to Non-RAID could include issues such as
incompatible RAID configurations or a failed volume or failed disk.

Recovery Volume Options

Select option Recovery Volume Options from the main menu screen and press Enter
to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears:

[ ]

RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS

[ ]

HELP

Enable Only Recovery Disk - enables recovery disk if available and

disables master disk.

Enable Only Master Disk - enables master disk if available and

disables recovery disk.

Actions will result in change from Continuous Update mode to On-Request.

[ ↑↓] - select [ESC] - Previous Menu [ENTER] - Select

1. Enable Only Recovery Disk

2. Enable Only Master Disk

Recovery mode will change from Continuous Update to On-Request after you enable

Only Recovery Disk or Only Master Disk.

Degraded RAID Array

A RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 volume is reported as degraded when one of its hard
drive members fails or is temporarily disconnected, and data mirroring is lost. As a
result, the system can only utilize the remaining functional hard drive member. To
re-establish data mirroring and restore data redundancy, refer to the procedure below
that corresponds to the current situation.

RAID Volumes

ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable

0 Volume0 RAID 1(Mirror) N/A XXX.XGB Degraded Yes

Physical Disks:
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
1 XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Member Disk (0)
2 XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Member Disk (0)

Press <CTRL-I> to enter Conguration Utility..

Missing Hard Drive Member

1. Power off.

2. Reconnect the hard drive.

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RAID Configuration

3. Reboot to Windows®; the rebuild will occur automatically.

Failed Hard Drive Member

1. Power off.

2. Replace the failed hard drive with a new one that is of equal or greater capacity.

3. Reboot the system to IRST Option ROM by press Ctrl + I keys during the POST.

4. Select the port of the destination disk for rebuilding, and then press Enter.

DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION

[ ]

4. Recovery Volume Options

4. Recovery Volume Options

5. Exit

RAID Volumes :

None dened.

Physical Devices :
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)

1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk

[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Exit [ENTER] - Select Menu

1. Create RAID Volume

2. Delete RAID Volume

“Degraded” volume and disk available for rebuilding detected. Selecting
a disk initiates a rebuild. Rebuild completes in the operating system.

[ ]

DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED

Select the port of the destination disk for rebuilding (ESC to exit):

[ ↑↓] - Previous/ Next [ENTER] - Select [ESC] - Exit

Port Drive Model Serial # Size
1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB

[ ]

MAIN MENU

5. Exit IRST Option ROM, reboot to Windows®.

6. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click Yes .

7. The Intel

®

Rapid Storage Technology application will be launched. Right-click

the new hard drive and select Rebuild to this Disk. The Rebuild Wizard will be
launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard
drive.

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RAID Configuration

M.2 PCIe SSD RAID

You can create M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volume with UEFI BIOS.

Creating a M.2 PCIe SSD RAID Volume

1. Access the BIOS setup

2. Switch to Advanced Mode by pressing F7 key.

3. Go to SETTINGS > Advanced > Windows OS Configuration.

4. Set Windows 8.1/10 WHQL Support to Enabled.

5. Go to SETTINGS > Advanced > Integrated Peripherals.

Setting\Advanced\Integrated Peripherals

SATA Conguration

SATA Mode [RAID Mode]

M2_1 Pcie Storage Remapping [Enabled]
M2_2 Pcie Storage Remapping [Enabled]

6. Set SATA Mode to RAID Mode.

7. Set both M2_1 Pcie Storage Remapping and M2_2 Pcie Storage Remapping to

Enabled.

8. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.

9. Reboot the system and access the BIOS setup again.

10. Switch to Advanced Mode by pressing F7 key.

11. Go to SETTINGS > Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology.

12. Select Create RAID Volume and press Enter key.

...\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology\
Create RAID Volume
Create RAID Volume

Name: Volume1
RAID Level: [RAID0(Stripe)]

Select Disks:

PCIe, XXXXX XXXXXXXX-XXXX, XXXGB [X]
PCIe, XXXXX XXXXXXXX-XXXX, XXXGB [X]

Strip Size: [XXKB]

Capacity (MB): XXXXXX

Create Volume

13. Enter in a volume name.

14. Select the RAID level.

15. Use Space key to select the both PCIe SSDs.

16. If creating RAID 0, select the Strip Size; it is recommended that it be left at the

default value.

17. Go to the Create Volume field and press Enter.

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RAID Configuration

Removing a M.2 PCIe SSD RAID Volume

Here you can delete the M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volume, but please be noted that all data
on M.2 PCIe SSDs will be lost.

Important

If your system currently boots to M.2 PCIe SSD RAID and you delete the RAID volume
in the UEFI BIOS, your system will become unbootable.

To remove the M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volume:

1. Access the BIOS setup.

2. Switch to Advanced Mode by pressing F7 key.

3. Go to SETTINGS > Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology.

4. Select a RAID volume and press Enter key.

5. Go to the Delete field and press Enter. The following screen appears

...\RAID VOLUME INFO\

Delete
Delete

Delete the RAID volume?

ALL DATA ON VOLUME WILL BE LOST!

Yes
No

6. Go to the Yes field and press Enter key to accept the volume deletion.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Before sending the motherboard for RMA
repair, try to go over troubleshooting
guide first to see if your got similar
symptoms as mentioned below.

The power is not on.

y Connect the AC power cord to an

electrical outlet securely.

y Check if all ATX power connectors

like ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1 are
connected from the power supply to
the motherboard?

y Some power supply units have a power

button on the rear side, make sure the
button is turned on.

y Check if the power switch cable is

connected to JFP1 pin header properly.

y Verify the Clear CMOS jumper JBAT1 is

set to Keep DATA.

y Test with another known working

power supply of equal or greater
wattage.

The power is on, but no signal to
monitor

y Connect the monitor power cord to a

electrical outlet securely.

y Make sure the monitor is turned on.
y Select different inputs on the monitor.
y If 3 long beeps are heard, remove all

memory modules and try to install only

one memory module in the DIMMA2

slot first and then restart the computer.

y If 1 long 2 short beeps are heard,

remove and reinstall the graphics card

and then restart the computer.

y Test with another known working

graphics card.

The computer does not boot after
updating the BIOS

y Clear the CMOS.
y Use the secondary BIOS to bootup the

system (Only for motherboard with

Dual BIOS)

Lost BIOS password

y Clear the CMOS, but that will cause

you to lose all customized settings in
the BIOS.

There is no audio

y Adjust the volume.
y Connect the speakers/headphones to

audio ports on the motherboard rear
IO panel.

y Remove secondary speakers/

headphones, HDMI cables, USB audio
devices.

y Test with another known working

speaker or headphone.

There is no network

y Make sure the network chipset driver

has been installed.

y Verify if the network cable is properly

connected and make sure the LAN port

LEDs are properly illuminated.

y Verify your TCP/IP settings.
y Restart or reset your router.
y Test with another known working LAN

cable.

The USB device is not working

y Make sure your USB drive driver has

been installed.

y Verify if USB device is listed in

Windows

®

Device Manager.

y Connect the USB device to other USB

port on the motherboard rear IO panel.

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Regulatory Notices

FCC Compliance Statement

Note: 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 following measures:

y Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
y Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

y Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

y Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Tested to comply with FCC standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following 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.

C-Tick Compliance

B급 기기 (가정용 방송통신기자재)

이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파적합기기로서 주
로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적으로 하며, 모
든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다.

クラスB情報技術装置

この装置は、クラスＢ情報技術装置です。この

装置は、家庭環境で使用することを目的として

い ま す が、こ の 装 置 が ラ ジ オ や テ レ ビ ジ ョ ン 受
信機に近接して使用されると、受信障害を引き起こすこと
があります。取扱説明書に従って
正しい取り扱いをして下さい

VCCI-B

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:

廢電池請回收

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

In compliance with chemical substances regulations,
such as the EU REACH Regulation (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

Regulatory Notices

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Regulatory Notices

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 Elektro- und
Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elektro- und Elektronik­Altgeräte 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.

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

日本JIS C 0950材質宣言

日本工業規格JIS C 0950に よ り、 2006年7月1日以降に販
売される特定分野の電気および電子機器について、製造
者による含有物質の表示が義務付けられます。

http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/cemm_jp.html
http://tw.msi.com/html/popup/csr_tw/cemm_jp.html

India RoHS

This product complies with the “India E-waste
(Management and Handling) Rule 2011” and
prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium,
polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl
ethers in concentrations exceeding 0.1 weight % and

0.01 weight % for cadmium, except for the exemptions
set in Schedule 2 of the Rule.

Türkiye EEE yönetmeliği

Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur

Україна обмеження на наявність
небезпечних речовин

Обладнання відповідає вимогам Технічного
регламенту щодо обмеження використання
деяких небезпечних речовин в електричному та
електронному обладнані, затвердженого постановою
Кабінету Міністрів України від 3 грудня 2008 № 1057.

Việt Nam RoHS

Kể từ ngày 01/12/2012, tất cả các sản phẩm do công
ty MSI sản xuất tuân thủ Thông tư số 30/2011/TT-BCT
quy định tạm thời về giới hạn hàm lượng cho phép của
một số hóa chất độc hại có trong các sản phẩm điện,
điện tử”

Environmental Policy

y The product has been designed to

enable proper reuse of parts and
recycling and should not be thrown
away at its end of life.

y Users should contact the local authorized point of

collection for recycling and disposing of their end­of-life products.

y Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor

for further recycling information.

y Users may also reach us at [e-mail] for

information regarding proper Disposal, Take-back,
Recycling, and Disassembly of MSI products.

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产品中有害物质的名称及含量

部件名称

有害物质

铅

(Pb)

汞

(Hg)

镉

(Cd)

六价铬

(Cr(VI))

多溴联苯

(PBB)

多溴二苯醚

(PBDE)

印刷电路板组件* X O O O O O

电池**

X O O O O O

外部信号连接头 X O O O O O

线材 X O O O O O

本表格依据 SJ/T 11364 的规定编制。

O: 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求以下。
X: 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求，但所有部件都符合欧盟

RoHS要 求。
* 印刷电路板组件: 包括印刷电路板及其构成的零部件。
** 电池本体上如有环保使用期限标识，以本体标识为主。

■ 上述有毒有害物质或元素清单会依型号之部件差异而有所增减。

■ 產品部件本体上如有环保使用期限标识，以本体标识为主。

Copyright

Micro-Star Int’l Co.,Ltd.

Copyright © 2016 All rights reserved.

The material in this document is the intellectual
property of Micro-Star Int’l Co.,Ltd. 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.

Technical Support

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

y Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS

updates, driver updates, and other information:
http://www.msi.com

y Register your product at: http://register.msi.com

Trademark Recognition

All product names used in this manual are the
properties of their respective owners and are
acknowledged.

Revision History

Version 1.0, 2016/10, first release.
Version 1.1, 2016/12, add Z270 SLI.