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Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MAG B365M MORTAR motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code.
Preparing Tools and Components
Intel® LGA 1151 CPU
CPU Fan
Chassis
DDR4 Memory
Power Supply Unit
Graphics Card
Thermal Paste
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver |
A Package of Screws |
Quick Start 1
Safety Information
yThe components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly.
yEnsure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
yHold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
yIt is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object before handling the motherboard.
yStore the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.
yBefore turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
yDo not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
yIf you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer technician.
yAlways turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.
yKeep this user guide for future reference.
yKeep this motherboard away from humidity.
yMake sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
yPlace the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord.
yAll cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
yIf any of the following situations arises, get the motherboard checked by service personnel:
Liquid has penetrated into the computer.
The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.
The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user guide.
The motherboard has been dropped and damaged.
The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.
yDo not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage the motherboard.
2 Quick Start
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Installing DDR4 memory
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Connecting the Front Panel Header
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Quick Start 5
Installing the Motherboard
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6 Quick Start
Connecting the Power Connectors
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
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Quick Start 7
Installing SATA Drives
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc |
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8 Quick Start
Installing a Graphics Card
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
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Quick Start 9
Connecting Peripheral Devices
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Power On
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Contents |
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Quick Start ............................................................................................................. |
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Preparing Tools and Components.......................................................................... |
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Safety Information .................................................................................................. |
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Installing a Processor............................................................................................. |
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Installing DDR4 memory ........................................................................................ |
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Connecting the Front Panel Header....................................................................... |
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Installing the Motherboard..................................................................................... |
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Connecting the Power Connectors......................................................................... |
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Installing SATA Drives............................................................................................. |
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Installing a Graphics Card ...................................................................................... |
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Connecting Peripheral Devices ............................................................................ |
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Power On............................................................................................................... |
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Specifications....................................................................................................... |
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Package contents ................................................................................................ |
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Block Diagram .................................................................................................... |
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Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... |
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LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... |
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Audio 7.1-channel Configuration ......................................................................... |
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Realtek Audio Console ......................................................................................... |
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Overview of Components .................................................................................... |
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CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... |
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DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ |
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PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... |
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M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) ......................................................................................... |
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SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... |
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JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... |
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CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ....................................................... |
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CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~2: Fan Connectors.......................................................... |
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JUSB3: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector ......................................................................... |
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JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. |
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JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ |
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JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. |
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JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector ........................................................................... |
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JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... |
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JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... |
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EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... |
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JRGB1: RGB LED connector................................................................................. |
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JRAINBOW1: Addressable RGB LED connectors................................................. |
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Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ......................................................................... |
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Installing Windows® 10......................................................................................... |
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Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. |
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Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. |
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BIOS Setup........................................................................................................... |
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Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. |
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Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... |
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Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... |
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EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ |
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Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... |
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SETTINGS.............................................................................................................. |
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Advanced............................................................................................................... |
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Boot....................................................................................................................... |
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Security................................................................................................................. |
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Save & Exit............................................................................................................ |
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OC.......................................................................................................................... |
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M-FLASH .............................................................................................................. |
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OC PROFILE.......................................................................................................... |
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HARDWARE MONITOR.......................................................................................... |
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Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration .............................................................. |
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System Requirements ......................................................................................... |
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Installing the Intel® Optane™ memory ................................................................ |
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Removing the Intel® Optane™ memory ............................................................... |
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Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. |
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Regulatory Notices.............................................................................................. |
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Contents 13
Specifications
CPU |
Supports 9th/ 8th Gen Intel® Core™/ Pentium® Gold/ |
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Chipset |
Intel® B365 Chipset |
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y4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB |
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ySupports DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz |
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Memory |
ySupports Dual-Channel mode |
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ySupports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) |
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Expansion Slot |
y1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot |
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Onboard Graphics |
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Intel® B365 Chipset |
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y6x SATA 6Gb/s ports* |
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y1x M.2 slot (Key M) |
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Storage |
Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s, 2242/ 2260/ |
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2280/ 22110 storage devices |
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Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready** |
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* SATA1 port will be unavailable when installing SATA M.2 SSD in M.2 slot. |
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** Before using Intel® Optane™ memory modules, please ensure that you have |
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updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI website. |
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Intel® B365 Chipset |
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y6x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (4 ports on |
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Audio |
yRealtek® ALC892 Codec |
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y7.1-Channel High Definition Audio |
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LAN |
1x Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN controller |
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y1x PS/2 mouse port |
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y1x PS/2 keyboard port |
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y2x USB 2.0 ports |
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y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C port |
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y3x audio jacks |
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y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector |
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y6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors |
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USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) |
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4-pin CPU fan connector |
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Internal Connectors y1x Front panel audio connector
y2x Front panel connectors
y1x Serial port connector
y1x Parallel port connector
y1x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connector
y1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
y1x TPM module connector
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y1x Clear CMOS jumper
I/O Controller |
NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip |
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yCPU/System temperature detection |
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Hardware Monitor |
yCPU/System fan speed detection |
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yCPU/System fan speed control |
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yMicro-ATX Form Factor |
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y9.6 in. x 9.6 in. (24.3 cm x 24.3 cm) |
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BIOS Features |
yUEFI AMI BIOS |
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yDrivers |
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yDRAGON CENTER |
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yCPU-Z MSI GAMING |
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yGoogle Chrome™ |
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yNorton™ Internet Security Solution |
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yHardware Monitor |
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yEyerest |
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yLAN Manager |
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yLive Update |
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yAudio |
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yNetwork |
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GAMING LAN with Gaming LAN Manager |
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yStorage |
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Intel® Optane Memory Ready |
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Special Features |
yFan |
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Smart Fan Control |
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yLED |
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yProtection |
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PCIe Steel Armor |
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yPerformance |
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DDR4 Boost |
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Core Boost |
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USB with type A+C |
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yStability |
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yGamer Experience |
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yCertification |
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GAMING Certified |
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Specifications 17
Package contents
Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain:
Motherboard |
MAG B365M MORTAR |
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Cable |
SATA 6Gb/s Cables |
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8.5H M.2 screws |
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Case Badge |
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Product Registration Card |
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Application DVD |
Driver DVD |
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Documentation |
User Manual |
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Important
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.
18 Package contents
Block Diagram
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Super I/O |
ALC892 |
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Rear I/O Panel
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USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A |
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LAN Port LED Status Table
Link/ Activity LED
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Speed LED
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100 Mbps connection |
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1 Gbps connection |
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Audio 7.1-channel Configuration
To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to connect front audio I/O module to JAUD1 connector and follow the below steps.
1.Click on the Realtek Audio Console > Advanced Settings to open the dialog below.
2.Select Mute the rear output device, when a front headphone plugged in.
3.Plug your speakers to audio jacks on rear and front I/O panel. When you plug into a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you which device is current connected.
20 Rear I/O Panel
Realtek Audio Console
After Realtek Audio Console is installed. You can use it to change sound settings to get better sound experience.
Application Enhancement
Device 
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yDevice Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related options. The check sign indicates the devices as default.
yApplication Enhancement - the array of options will provide you a complete guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.
yMain Volume - controls the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.
yJack Status - depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your computer.
yConnector Settings - configures the connection settings.
Auto popup dialog
When you plug into a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you which device is current connected.
Each jack corresponds to its default setting as shown on the next page.
Important
The pictures above for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
Rear I/O Panel 21
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