MSI MAG X570 Tomahawk WIFI Manual

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Quick Start

Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code.

Kurzanleitung

Danke, dass Sie das MSI® MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI Motherboard gewählt haben. Dieser Abschnitt der Kurzanleitung bietet eine Demo zur Installation Ihres Computers. Manche Installationen bieten auch die Videodemonstrationen. Klicken Sie auf die URL, um diese Videoanleitung mit Ihrem Browser auf Ihrem Handy oder Table anzusehen. Oder scannen Sie auch den QR Code mit Ihrem Handy, um die URL zu öffnen.

Présentation rapide

Merci d’avoir choisi la carte mère MSI® MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI. Ce manuel fournit une rapide présentation avec des illustrations explicatives qui vous aideront à assembler votre ordinateur. Des tutoriels vidéo sont disponibles pour certaines étapes. Cliquez sur le lien fourni pour regarder la vidéo sur votre téléphone ou votre tablette. Vous pouvez également accéder au lien en scannant le QR code qui lui est associé.

Быстрыйстарт

Благодарим вас за покупку материнской платы MSI® MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI. В этом разделе представлена информация, которая поможет вам при сборке комьютера. Для некоторых этапов сборки имеются видеоинструкции. Для просмотра видео, необходимо открыть соответствующую ссылку в веб-браузере на вашем телефоне или планшете. Вы также можете выполнить переход по ссылке, путем сканирования QR-кода.

Quick Start I

MSI MAG X570 Tomahawk WIFI Manual

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

https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc

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3

2

5 4

6

8

9

 

7 CPU_FAN1

II Quick Start

Important

If you are installing the screw-type CPU heatsink, please follow the figure below to remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink.

Wenn Sie einen CPU-Kühler mit Schraubenbefestigung einsetzen, folgen Sie bitte den Anweisungen unten um das Retention-Modul zu entfernen und den Kühler zu installieren.

Si vous voulez installer un ventirad pour processeur à vis, veuillez suivre les instructions ci-dessous pour d’abord retirer le module de rétention puis installer le ventirad.

В случае установки процессорного кулера с системой крепления на винтах, следуйте указаниям на рисунке ниже для снятия пластикового модуля крепления. Затем установите кулер.

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2

3

Quick Start III

Installing DDR4 memory/ Installation des DDR4-Speichers/

InstallerunemémoireDDR4/УстановкапамятиDDR4

http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs

DIMMA2

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMA2

 

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

 

 

DIMMB2

IV Quick Start

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

http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI

 

 

 

 

 

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LED

 

 

 

 

 

 

LED+

 

POWER

 

 

 

 

 

POWER

 

 

 

 

 

LED

 

 

 

 

 

SW

HDD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SW

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RESET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power LED

 

Power Switch

 

 

+ - + -

10

 

JFP1

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

9

Reserved

 

 

+ - - +

 

 

 

HDD LED

 

Reset Switch

1

HDD LED +

 

 

2

 

 

Power LED +

3

HDD LED -

 

 

4

 

 

Power LED -

5

Reset Switch

 

 

6

 

 

Power Switch

7

Reset Switch

 

 

8

 

 

Power Switch

9

Reserved

 

 

10

 

 

No Pin

HDD LED

POWER LED

RESETSW

HDDLED

JFP1

HDD LED -

HDD LED +

POWER LED - POWER LED +

Quick Start V

Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/

Installerlacartemère/Установкаматеринскойплаты

1

Torque:

 

3 kgf·cm*

2

 

BAT1

*3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in

VI Quick Start

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

Подключениеразъемовпитания

http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4

ATX_PWR1

CPU_PWR1

CPU_PWR2

Quick Start VII

Installing SATA Drives/ Installation der SATA-Laufwerke/

InstallerledisquedurSATA/УстановкадисковSATA

http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc

1

2

3

 

5

4

VIII Quick Start

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

http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A

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3

2

5

4

6

Quick Start IX

Connecting Peripheral Devices/ Peripheriegeräte/ Connecter unpériphériqueanschliessen/Подключениепериферийных устройств

Processor with integrated graphics

X Quick Start

PowerOn/Einschalten/Mettresous-tension/Включение питания

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3

4

Quick Start XI

NOTE

XII Quick Start

Contents

 

Safety Information.................................................................................................

2

Specifications.........................................................................................................

3

Package contents ..................................................................................................

9

Rear I/O Panel......................................................................................................

10

LAN Port LED Status Table...................................................................................

10

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

10

Realtek Audio Console..........................................................................................

11

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

14

CPU Socket............................................................................................................

15

DIMM Slots............................................................................................................

16

PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots..........................................................................

17

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

18

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

20

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

20

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors....................................................

21

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

22

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

23

JUSB3~4: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connectors........................................................

23

JUSB5: USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C Connector...............................................

24

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

24

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

25

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

25

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

26

EZ Debug LED.......................................................................................................

26

JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors............................................................................

27

JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors.............................................

28

Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities..........................................................................

29

Installing Windows® 10..........................................................................................

29

Installing Drivers...................................................................................................

29

Installing Utilities..................................................................................................

29

BIOS Setup............................................................................................................

30

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

30

Resetting BIOS......................................................................................................

31

Updating BIOS.......................................................................................................

31

EZ Mode.................................................................................................................

33

Advanced Mode ....................................................................................................

35

OC Menu................................................................................................................

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Contents 1

Safety Information

∙The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly.

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

∙Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. ∙It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when

handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object before handling the motherboard.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

▪Liquid has penetrated into the computer.

▪The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.

▪The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user guide.

▪The motherboard has been dropped and damaged. ▪The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.

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

2 Safety Information

Specifications

 

 

CPU

Supports 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ / Ryzen™ with

Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with

 

Radeon™ Graphics Desktop Processors for Socket AM4

Chipset

AMD® X570 Chipset

 

∙4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB*

 

▪3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors support DDR4 1866/

 

2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200 Mhz by

 

JEDEC, and 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/

 

3600/ 3733/ 3866/ 4000/ 4133/ 4266/ 4400/ 4533/ 4600+

 

Mhz by A-XMP OC MODE

 

▪2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors, 1st and 2nd Gen

 

AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors

 

support DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/

 

3066/ 3200 Mhz by JEDEC, and 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/

Memory

3066/ 3200/ 3466+ Mhz by A-XMP OC MODE

∙Supports 1DPC 1R max speed 4600 MHZ

 

∙Supports 1DPC 2R max speed 3866 MHZ

 

∙Supports 2DPC 1R max speed 4000 MHZ

 

∙Supports 2DPC 2R max speed 3600 MHZ

 

∙Dual channel memory architecture

 

∙Supports non-ECC UDIMM memory

 

∙Supports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode)

 

∙Supports un-buffered memory

 

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

 

∙1x PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1)

 

▪3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ support PCIe 4.0 x16 mode

 

▪2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ support PCIe 3.0 x16 mode

Expansion Slot

▪Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen

AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics support PCIe 3.0

 

x8 mode

 

∙1x PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E3, supports x4 mode)

 

∙2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots

 

* The speeds may vary for different devices

 

∙1x HDMI 1.4 port, supports a maximum resolution of

Onboard Graphics

4096x2160 @24Hz*

* Only support when using Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen

 

AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics Processors

 

* Maximum shared memory of 2048 MB

 

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Specifications 3

 

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Multi-GPU

∙Supports 2-Way AMD® CrossFireTechnology

LAN

∙1x Realtek® 8125B 2.5Gbps LAN Controller

 

Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200

Wireless LAN &

▪Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, MU-MINO Rx, 2.4GHz-

5GHz (160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps

Bluetooth®

▪Supports Bluetooth® 5

 

▪The Wireless module is pre-install in the M2_WIFI1

 

(Key-E) slot

 

∙6x SATA 6Gb/s ports (from AMD® X570 Chipset)

 

∙2x M.2 slots (Key M)*

 

▪M2_1 slot (from AMD® Processor)

 

▫Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™)

 

▫Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 (2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/

 

Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen

Storage

AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics)

▫Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices

 

▪M2_2 slot (from AMD® X570 Chipset)

 

▫Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™)

 

▫Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 (2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/

 

Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen

 

AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics)

 

▫Supports SATA 6Gb/s

 

▫Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices

RAID

∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10

Audio

Realtek® ALC1200 Codec

∙7.1-Channel High Definition Audio

 

∙Supports Optical S/PDIF output

I/O Controller

NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip

Hardware Monitor

∙CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection

∙CPU/ System/ Chipset fan speed detection

 

∙CPU/ System/ Chipset fan speed control

 

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4 Specifications

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∙AMD® X570 Chipset

 

▪3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (2 Type-A ports on the

 

back panel, 1 Type-C internal connector)

 

▪4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports available through the

 

internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connectors

 

▪6x USB 2.0 ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 4

USB

ports available through the internal USB 2.0 connectors)

∙AMD® Processor

 

▪2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™) or

 

USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps (2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/ Ryzen™

 

with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™

 

with Radeon™ Graphics) ports (1x Type-A & 1x Type-C)

 

on the back panel

 

▪2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports on the back

 

panel

 

∙1x Flash BIOS Button

 

∙1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port

 

∙2x USB 2.0 ports

 

∙2x WiFi/ Bluetooth antenna jacks

Back Panel

∙2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports

∙1x HDMI port

Connectors

∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps/ Gen 1 5Gbps Type A port

 

∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps/ Gen 1 5Gbps Type C port

 

∙1x LAN(RJ45) port

 

∙2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type A ports

 

∙5x audio jacks

 

∙1x Optical S/PDIF Out connector

 

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Specifications 5

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∙1x 24-pin ATX main power connector ∙1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector ∙1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector ∙6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors

∙2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)

∙2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)

∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C Port ∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector

Internal Connectors ∙1x 4-pin water-pump connector ∙4x 4-pin system fan connectors ∙1x Front panel audio connector ∙2x System panel connectors

∙1x TPM module connector ∙1x Serial port connector ∙1x Clear CMOS jumper

∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector ∙2x 4-pin RGB LED connectors

∙2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors ∙4x EZ Debug LEDs

 

 

 

∙1x 256 Mb flash

BIOS Features

∙UEFI AMI BIOS

∙ACPI 6.1, SM BIOS 2.8

 

∙Multi-language

Form Factor

∙ATX Form Factor

 

∙12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

 

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6 Specifications

 

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∙Drivers

 

 

∙DRAGON CENTER

 

Software

∙CPU-Z MSI GAMING

 

∙Open Broadcaster Software (OBS)

 

∙MSI App Player (BlueStacks)

 

 

∙Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive

 

∙Norton™ Internet Security Solution

 

∙Gaming Mode

 

 

∙Gaming Hotkey

 

 

∙LAN Manager

 

 

∙Mystic Light

 

 

∙Ambient Link

 

Dragon Center

∙User Scenario

 

∙Monitor(Hardware

 

Features

 

 

Monitor)

Please refer to http://download.msi.

 

∙True Color

com/manual/mb/DRAGONCENTER2.

 

∙Live Update

pdf for more details.

 

∙Speed Up

 

 

∙Smart Tool

 

 

∙Super Charger

 

 

∙Audio

 

 

▪Audio Boost

 

 

∙Network

 

 

▪2.5G LAN

 

 

▪Intel WiFi 6

 

Special Features

∙Cooling

 

▪Frozr Heatsink Design

 

 

▪Propeller Blade technology

 

▪M.2 Shield Frozr

 

 

▪Extended Heatsink Design

 

▪Pump Fan

 

 

▪Smart Fan Control

 

 

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Specifications 7

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∙Storage

▪Lightning Gen 4 M.2

▪Twin Turbo M.2

∙LED

▪Mystic Light 3

▪Mystic Light Extension (RGB)

▪Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW)

▪Mystic Light Sync

▪EZ DEBUG LED ∙Protection

▪PCIe Steel Armor ▪PCIe Steel Slot ▪Pre-installed IO shielding

∙Performance

▪Lightning Gen 4 PCI-E Slot

▪Multi GPU-CrossFire Technology

Special Features ▪DDR4 Boost

▪Core Boost

▪GAME Boost ▪USB with type A+C

▪AMD Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2

▪Dual CPU Power

∙BIOS

▪Click BIOS 5

▪Flash BIOS Button

∙Gamer Experience ▪DRAGON CENTER ▪GAMING HOTKEY ▪GAMING MOUSE Control ▪USB SPEED UP

▪Total Fan control ▪Live Update ▪APP Player

8 Specifications

Package contents

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

 

 

 

Motherboard

MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI

 

Cable

SATA 6Gb/s cables (2 cables/pack)

1

 

Wi-Fi antenna

1

Accessories

M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack)

1

Case badge

1

 

Product registration card

1

Application DVD

Driver DVD

1

Documentation

User manual

1

Quick installation guide

1

 

Important

If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.0

Package contents 9

Rear I/O Panel

Wi-Fi Antenna

USB 3.2 Gen 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

connectors

10Gbps Type-A*

 

 

Audio

 

Ports

 

PS/2

 

 

USB 3.2 Gen 1

2.5Gbps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5Gbps Type-A

LAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flash BIOS

Button

Flash BIOS

USB 3.2 Gen 2

Port

10Gbps Type-A

USB 2.0 Type-A

USB 3.2 Gen 2

Optical S/PDIF-Out

 

10Gbps Type-C*

 

*USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™) or USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps (2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™Graphics)

∙∙Flash BIOS Port/ Button - Please refer to page 32 for Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS Button.

LAN Port LED Status Table

Link/ Activity LED

Status

Description

Off

No link

Yellow

Linked

Blinking

Data activity

Speed LED

Status

Description

Off

10 Mbps connection

Green

100 Mbps/ 1 Gbps

Orange

2.5 Gbps connection

Audio Ports Configuration

Audio Ports

 

Channel

 

2

4

6

8

 

Center/ Subwoofer Out

 

 

Rear Speaker Out

 

Line-In/ Side Speaker Out

 

 

 

Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out ●

Mic In

 

 

 

 

(: connected, Blank: empty)

 

 

 

10 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

Selection

Main Volume

Connector Settings

Jack

 

Status

 

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

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

∙∙Main Volume - controls the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.

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

∙∙Connector Settings - configures the connection settings.

Auto popup dialog

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

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

Important

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

Rear I/O Panel 11

Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram

Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram

AUDIO INPUT

Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram

AUDIO INPUT

Rear

Front

Side

Center/

 

Subwoofer

12 Rear I/O Panel

Installing antennas

1. Screw the antennas tight to the antenna connectors as shown below. 2. Orient the antennas.

1

2

Rear I/O Panel 13

Overview of Components

PCI_E1

JCI1 PCI_E2

PCI_E3 JBAT1

PCI_E4 JAUD1

CPU_PWR2 CPU_PWR1

Processor

Socket CPU_FAN1

JRGB2JRAINBOW2

PUMP_FAN1

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

 

 

ATX_PWR1

 

 

JUSB5

 

 

M2_1

 

 

SATA▼5▲6

 

 

SATA▼3▲4

BAT1

 

SATA▼1▲2

 

 

M2_2

 

 

JUSB4

 

 

JFP2

 

 

JRAINBOW1

JRGB1

 

JFP1

 

 

JTPM1

 

JUSB2 JUSB3

SYS_FAN1

JUSB1

SYS_FAN2

 

SYS_FAN3

JCOM1

 

SYS_FAN4

14 Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Distance from the center of the

CPU to the nearest DIMM slot.

53.2 mm

Introduction to the AM4 CPU

The surface of the AM4 CPU has a yellow triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.

Important

When changing the processor, the system configuration could be cleared and reset BIOS to default values, due to the AM4 processor’s architecture.

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

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

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

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

If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation. This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. MSI® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.

Overview of Components 15

DIMM Slots

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMMA1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMMB1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Channel A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Channel B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMMA2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMMB2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memory module installation recommendation

 

 

 

DIMMA1

 

DIMMA2

DIMMA2

DIMMA2

 

DIMMB1

 

DIMMB2

DIMMB2

 

 

Important

Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first.

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

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 DRAM Frequency to set the memory frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher frequency.

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

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

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

16 Overview of Components

PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots

BAT1

PCI_E1: PCIe x16 slot (CPU)

PCI_E2: PCIe x1 slot (PCH) PCI_E3: PCIe x16 slot (PCH)

PCI_E4: PCIe x1 slot (PCH)

 

 

 

 

 

3rd Gen AMD

2nd Gen AMD

Ryzen™ with Radeon™

Slots

Vega Graphics and 2nd

Ryzen™

Ryzen™

Gen AMD Ryzen™ with

 

 

 

Radeon™ Graphics

PCI_E1 (CPU)

PCIe 4.0 x16

PCIe 3.0 x16

PCIe 3.0 x8

PCI_E2 (PCH)

PCIe 3.0 x1

PCIe 3.0 x1

PCIe 3.0 x1

PCI_E3 (PCH)

PCIe 4.0 x4

PCIe 3.0 x4

PCIe 3.0 x4

PCI_E4 (PCH)

PCIe 3.0 x1

PCIe 3.0 x1

PCIe 3.0 x1

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 to prevent deformation of the slot.

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

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.

Overview of Components 17

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

M2_1

M2_2

The following table describes the relationship between the M.2 slots and the PCIe bandwidth of the processors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ryzen™ with

Slots

3rd Gen AMD

2nd Gen AMD

Radeon™ Vega

Graphics and 2nd Gen

 

Ryzen™

Ryzen™

AMD Ryzen™ with

 

 

 

Radeon™ Graphics

M2_1

PCIe 4.0 x4

PCIe 3.0 x4

PCIe 3.0 x4

(CPU)

M2_2

PCIe 4.0 x4

PCIe 3.0 x4

PCIe 3.0 x4

(PCH)

M.2 installation

1.Loosen the screws of M.2 heatsink.

2.Remove the M.2 hearsink and remove the protective film from the thermal pad.

2 1

1

1

1

 

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