MSI MPG X570 Gaming Plus User Manual

Quick Start

Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MPG X570 GAMING PLUS
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® MPG X570 GAMING PLUS 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® MPG X570 GAMING PLUS.
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.

Быстрый старт

Благодарим вас за покупку материнской платы MSI® MPG X570

GAMING PLUS. В этом разделе представлена информация,

которая поможет вам при сборке комьютера. Для некоторых
этапов сборки имеются видеоинструкции. Для просмотра
видео, необходимо открыть соответствующую ссылку в
веб-браузере на вашем телефоне или планшете. Вы также
можете выполнить переход по ссылке, путем сканирования
QR-кода.

Quick Start

I

Installing a Processor/ Installation des Prozessors/ Installer un
processeur/ Установка процессора

Youtube

https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc

3

2

1

5

4

Quick Start

II

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6

9

7

CPU_FAN1

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/
Installer une mémoire DDR4/ Установка памяти DDR4

Youtube

http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs

IV

Quick Start

DIMMA2 DIMMA2

DIMMB2

DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2

RESET SW

POWER SW

POWER LED+

POWER LED-

HDD LED

Connecting the Front Panel Header/ Anschließen der
Frontpanel-Stiftleiste/ Connecter un connecteur du panneau
avant/ Подключение разъемов передней панели

Youtube

http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI

Power LED

JFP1

Power Switch

+++-

--

2 10
1

-

+

9

Reserved

HDD LED Reset Switch

1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +

3 HDD LED - 4 Power LED -

5 Reset Switch 6 Power Switch

7 Reset Switch 8 Power Switch

9 Reserved 10 No Pin

HDD LED

POWER LED

RESET SW

HDD LED

HDD LED ­HDD LED +

POWER LED ­POWER LED +

Quick Start

JFP1

V

Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/
Installer la carte mère/ Установка материнской платы

1

2

VI

3

BAT1

Quick Start

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

Youtube

http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4

ATX_PWR1

CPU_PWR2

CPU_PWR1

Quick Start

VII

Installing SATA Drives/ Installation der SATA-Laufwerke/
Installer le disque dur SATA/ Установка дисков SATA

Youtube

http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc

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1

3

VIII

5

4

Quick Start

Installing a Graphics Card/ Einbau der Grafikkarte/ Installer
une carte graphique/ Установка дискретной видеокарты

Youtube

http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A

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3

2

5

4

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Quick Start

IX

Connecting Peripheral Devices/ Peripheriegeräte/
Connecter un périphérique anschliessen/ Подключение
периферийных устройств

Processor with integrated graphics

Quick Start

X

Power On/ Einschalten/ Mettre sous-tension/ Включение

питания

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Quick Start

XI

NOTE

XII

Quick Start

Contents

Safety Information ................................................................................................. 2

Specifications ......................................................................................................... 3

Package contents .................................................................................................. 8

Rear I/O Panel ....................................................................................................... 9

LAN Port LED Status Table..................................................................................... 9

Audio Ports Configuration ...................................................................................... 9

Realtek Audio Console ......................................................................................... 10

Overview of Components .................................................................................... 12

Processor Socket .................................................................................................. 13

DIMM Slots ............................................................................................................ 14

PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots .......................................................................... 15

M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 16

SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 18

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 18

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ................................................... 19

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors ................................... 20

JUSB3~4: USB 3.2 Gen1 Connectors ................................................................... 21

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors ............................................................................. 21

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................22

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. 22

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ....................................................................... 23

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 24

EZ Debug LED ....................................................................................................... 24

JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors ........................................................................... 25

JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors ............................................. 26

Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ......................................................................... 27

Installing Windows® 10 ......................................................................................... 27

Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 27

Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 27

BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 28

Entering BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 28

Resetting BIOS ...................................................................................................... 29

Updating BIOS ....................................................................................................... 29

EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 31

Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 33

OC Menu................................................................................................................ 34

Contents

1

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.

Safety Information

2

Specifications

CPU

Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with
Radeon™ Graphics Desktop Processors for Socket AM4

Chipset AMD

y 4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB* (depending

on the processor)

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

Memory

y Dual channel memory architecture
y Supports non-ECC UDIMM memory
y Supports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode)
y Supports un-buffered memory

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

y 1x PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1)

Expansion Slot

y 1x PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E3, supports x4 mode)
y 3x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots*

* PCI_E2 will be unavailable when installing the PCIe card in PCI_E4 slot.
** The speeds may vary for different devices

®

X570 Chipset

 Supports DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2666 MHz by JEDEC,
and 2666/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/ 3600/
3733/ 3866/ 4000/ 4133/ 4266/ 4400 MHz by A-XMP OC
MODE

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

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

 Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen
AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics support PCIe 3.0
x8 mode

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

4096x2160 @24Hz*

Onboard Graphics

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

* Maximum shared memory of 2048 MB

Multi-GPU y Supports 2-Way AMD® CrossFire™ Technology

®

LAN y 1x Realtek

8111H Gigabit LAN Controller

Continued on next page

Specifications

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Storage

RAID

Audio

USB

Continued from previous page

y 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports
y 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 AMD
Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics)

 Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices

 M2_2 slot (from AMD

®

X570 Chipset)
 Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
 Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices

®

AMD

X570 Chipset

y Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10

®

Realtek

ALC1220 Codec
y 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
y Supports Optical S/PDIF output

®

y AMD

X570 Chipset

 6x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (2 Type-A
ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the
internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectors)

 6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports on
the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal
USB 2.0 connectors)

®

y AMD

Processor

 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™) or USB 3.2
Gen1 (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 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) Type-A ports on the
back panel

Specifications

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Internal Connectors

Continued from previous page

y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y 1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
y 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0

ports)

y 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.2

Gen1 ports)

y 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y 1x 4-pin water-pump connector
y 4x 4-pin system fan connectors
y 1x Front panel audio connector
y 2x System panel connectors
y 1x TPM module connector
y 1x Serial port connector
y 1x Clear CMOS jumper
y 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y 2x 4-pin RGB LED connectors
y 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
y 4x EZ Debug LEDs

y 1x Flash BIOS Button
y 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
y 2x USB 2.0 ports
y 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports

Back Panel
Connectors

I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip

y 1x HDMI port
y 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2/ 1 Type A port
y 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2/1 Type C port
y 1x LAN(RJ45) port
y 5x OFC audio jacks
y 1x Optical S/PDIF Out connector

Continued on next page

Specifications

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Hardware Monitor

Continued from previous page

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

Form Factor

BIOS Features

Software

Dragon Center
Features

y ATX Form Factor
y 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.4 cm x 24.3 cm)

y 1x 256 Mb flash
y UEFI AMI BIOS
y ACPI 6.1, SM BIOS 2.8
y Multi-language

y Drivers
y DRAGON CENTER
y CPU-Z MSI GAMING
y MSI App Player (BlueStacks)
y Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
y Norton™ Internet Security Solution

y DRAGON OPTIMIZATION
y OC Performance
y Hardware Monitor
y True Color
y Mystic Light
y Live Update

Please refer to http://download.msi.
com/manual/mb/DRAGONCENTER2.
pdf for more details.

Continued on next page

Specifications

6

Special Features

Continued from previous page

y Audio

 Audio Boost 4

y Storage

 Lightning Gen 4 M.2

 Turbo M.2

y Fan

 Pump Fan

 GAMING Fan Control

y LED

 Mystic Light 3

 Mystic Light Extension (RGB)

 Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW)

 Mystic Light Sync

 EZ DEBUG LED

y Protection

 PCIe Steel Armor

y Performance

 Multi GPU-CrossFire Technology

 DDR4 Boost

 Core Boost

 GAME Boost

 USB with type A+C

 AMD Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2

y BIOS

 Click BIOS 5

 Flash BIOS

y Certification

 GAMING Certified

Specifications

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Package contents

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

Motherboard MPG X570 GAMING PLUS
Cable SATA 6Gb/s Cables 2

M.2 Heatsink 1

8.5H M.2 screws 2

Accessories

Application DVD Driver DVD 1

Documentation

Important

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

Case Badge 1
SATA Cable Labels 1
Product Registration Card 1

User Manual 1
Quick Installation Guide 1

Package contents

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Rear I/O Panel

PS/2

USB 3.2

Gen1

Type-A

LAN

Audio Ports

USB 3.2

Gen 2

Type-A*

Flash BIOS
Button

Flash BIOS
Port

USB 3.2

Gen 1

Type-A

USB 2.0 Type-A

USB 3.2 Gen 2

Optical S/PDIF-Out

Type-C*

*USB 3.2 Gen2 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™) or USB 3.2 Gen1 (2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/Ryzen™
with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™Graphics)

y Flash BIOS Port/ Button - Please refer to page 30 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 connection

Orange 1 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)

Rear I/O Panel

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Realtek Audio Console

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

Device
Selection

Application Enhancement

Main Volume

Connector Settings

Jack Status

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 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.

Important

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

Rear I/O Panel

10

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

Rear I/O Panel

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Overview of Components

Processor
Socket

CPU_PWR2

CPU_PWR1

CPU_FAN1

JRGB2

JRAINBOW2

PUMP_FAN1

DIMMB2
DIMMB1

DIMMA2
DIMMA1

ATX_PWR1

M2_1

PCI_E1

JBAT1

PCI_E2

PCI_E3

PCI_E4

JCI1

PCI_E5

JAUD1

Overview of Components

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JRGB1

JTPM1

SYS_FAN1

SYS_FAN2

SYS_FAN3

BAT1

JCOM1

SYS_FAN4

JUSB1

JUSB2

JUSB3

SATA▼5▲6

SATA▼3▲4

SATA▼1▲2
M2_2

JUSB4

JFP2
JRAINBOW1
JFP1

Processor Socket

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

52.5 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

y

When changing the processor, the system configuration could be cleared and reset

BIOS to default values, due to the AM4 processor’s architecture.

y

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

the CPU.

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

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
operation beyond product specifications.

®

does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate

Overview of Components

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DIMM Slots

DIMMA1 DIMMB1

Channel A Channel B

DIMMA2 DIMMB2

Memory module installation recommendation

DIMMA1

DIMMA2

DIMMA2

DIMMB2 DIMMB2

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 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 DRAM Frequency 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.

DIMMA2
DIMMB1

Overview of Components

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PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots

Ryzen™ with Radeon™

Slots 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™

PCI_E1 PCIe 4.0 x16 PCIe 3.0 x16 PCIe 3.0 x8
PCI_E2 PCIe 3.0 x1 PCIe 3.0 x1 PCIe 3.0 x1
PCI_E3 PCIe 4.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4
PCI_E4 PCIe 3.0 x1 PCIe 3.0 x1 PCIe 3.0 x1
PCI_E5 PCIe 3.0 x1 PCIe 3.0 x1 PCIe 3.0 x1

Important

y

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.

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.

PCIe bandwidth table

Slot Single 2-Way

@4.0 x16*

PCI_E1 (CPU)

PCI_E2 (PCH) 3.0 x1 ― 3.0 x1 ―

PCI_E3 (PCH)

PCI_E4 (PCH) ― 3.0 x1 ― 3.0 x1
PCI_E5 (PCH) 3.0 x1 3.0 x1

(─: unavailable, @: graphics card, *: for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™, **: for 2nd Gen AMD
Ryzen™, ***: for Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with
Radeon™ Graphics)

or @3.0 x16**
or @3.0 x8***

4.0 x4*

or 3.0 x4**

/

***

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

@4.0 x16*
or @3.0 x16**
or @3.0 x8***

@4.0 x4*

or @3.0 x4**/***

Overview of Components

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

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

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

M2_1

M2_2

3rd Gen AMD

Slots

Ryzen™

M2_1 PCIe 4.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4

M2_2 PCIe 3.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4 PCIe 3.0 x4

2nd Gen AMD
Ryzen™

M2_1 installaion (including heatsink)

1. Loosen and remove the screw from the motherboard mounting stand.

1

2. Choose a heatsink standoff (6#23 or M3) provided with motherbaord package by

your need and secure it to the motherboard mounting stand.

3. For 2242/ 2260 M.2 SSD, please move and fasten the M.2 standoff to the
appropriate position to your M.2 SSD.
For 2280 M.2 SSD, please skip this step.
For 22110 M.2 SSD, please remove the M.2 standoff.

4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.

5. Secure the M.2 SSD in place with the 8.5H M.2 screw provided with motherboard

package. This step is for 2242/ 2260/ 2280 M.2 SSD only.

8.5H M.2 screw

Overview of Components

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M.2 standoff

6#23 or M3 heatsink standoff

2

4

30º30º

5

3

heatsink standoff

6. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads of M.2 heatsink.

7. Align the heatsink standoffs with the M.2 heatsink screws and then secure the M.2

heatsink.

7

6

7

M2_2 installation

1. Move and fasten the M.2 standoff to the appropriate position for your M.2 SSD.

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

3. Secure the M.2 SSD in place with the 8.5H M.2 screw provided with motherboard

package.

8.5H M.2 screw

M.2 standoff

2

30º30º

3

1

Overview of Components

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SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

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

SATA6

SATA5
SATA4
SATA3

SATA2
SATA1

Important

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.

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

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

1

JFP2

Overview of Components

18

Power LED

JFP1

Power Switch

+++-

--

2 10
1

-

+

9

Reserved

HDD LED Reset Switch

1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +

3 HDD LED - 4 Power LED -

5 Reset Switch 6 Power Switch

7 Reset Switch 8 Power Switch

9 Reserved 10 No Pin

Buzzer

++-

­Speaker

1 Speaker - 2 Buzzer +

3 Buzzer - 4 Speaker +