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Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® B550M PRO/ A520M PRO 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
AMD® AM4 CPU
CPU Fan |
Chassis |
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DDR4 Memory
Power Supply Unit |
Graphics Card |
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Thermal Paste
SATA Hard Disk Drive |
SATA DVD Drive |
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Phillips Screwdriver |
A Package of Screws |
Quick Start 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 Quick Start
Installing a Processor
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Quick Start 3
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.
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4 Quick Start
Installing DDR4 memory
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
Quick Start 5
Connecting the Front Panel Header
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6 Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard
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https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc
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BAT1
*3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in
Quick Start 7
Connecting the Power Connectors
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
8 Quick Start
Installing SATA Drives
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc |
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Quick Start 9
Installing a Graphics Card
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
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10 Quick Start
Connecting Peripheral Devices
Processor with integrated graphics
Quick Start 11
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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Realtek Audio Console.......................................................................................... |
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Overview of Components..................................................................................... |
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Processor Socket.................................................................................................. |
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DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ |
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PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... |
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SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors....................................................................... |
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M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M).......................................................................................... |
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JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... |
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JAUD1: Front Audio Connector............................................................................. |
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CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors........................................................ |
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JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connector.............................................................. |
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JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. |
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JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... |
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CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: Fan Connectors.............................................................. |
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JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... |
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JCOM1: Serial Port 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 connectors................................................................................ |
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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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UEFI BIOS............................................................................................................. |
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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 Menu.................................................................................................... |
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OC Menu................................................................................................................ |
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M-FLASH Menu..................................................................................................... |
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OC PROFILE Menu................................................................................................. |
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HARDWARE MONITOR Menu................................................................................ |
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AMD RAID Configuration...................................................................................... |
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Enabling RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility........................................................... |
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Initializing Disks.................................................................................................... |
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Creating Arrays..................................................................................................... |
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Deleting Arrays..................................................................................................... |
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Installing RAID Driver........................................................................................... |
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Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. |
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14 Contents
Specifications
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CPU |
Support 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Desktop Processors and AMD |
Ryzen™4000 G-Series Desktop Processors |
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Chipset |
∙∙AMD B550 Chipset (B550M PRO) |
∙ AMD A520 Chipset (A520M PRO) |
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∙∙2x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB* |
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▪▪Supports DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ |
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3000/ 3066/ 3200 MHz by JEDEC |
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▪▪Supports DDR4 2667/ 2800 /2933 /3000 /3066 /3200 |
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/3466 /3600/ 3733 /3866 /4000 /4133 /4266 /4400/ 4600+ |
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MHz by A-XMP OC MODE |
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▫▫1DPC 1R max speed 4600 MHz |
▫▫1DPC 2R max speed 3866 MHz |
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∙∙Dual channel memory architecture |
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∙∙Supports non-ECC UDIMM memory |
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∙∙Supports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode) |
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∙∙Supports un-buffered memory |
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* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. |
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∙∙1x PCIe x16 slot (PCI_E2) |
Expansion Slot |
▪▪B550M PRO supports PCIe 4.0/3.0* |
▪▪A520M PRO supports PCIe 3.0 |
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∙∙2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots |
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* The supported specification depends on installed processor. |
∙∙ 1x VGA port, supports a maximum resolution of 2048x1536@50Hz, 2048x1280@60Hz, 1920x1200@60Hz** ∙∙1x HDMI 2.1 port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60Hz*/**
Onboard Graphics ∙∙1x DisplayPort port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @60Hz**
∙∙Maximum shared memory of 2048 MB
*Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
**Available for the processor with integrated graphics.
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Specifications 15
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AMD B550/ A520 Chipset |
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∙∙4x SATA 6Gb/s ports |
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∙∙1x M.2 slot (Key M) (from AMD Processor) |
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▪▪B550M PRO Supports PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x4* |
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RAID |
∙∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage |
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Audio |
Realtek® ALC892/ALC897 Codec |
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LAN |
∙∙1x Realtek® RTL8111H LAN controller |
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16 Specifications
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∙∙1x 24-pin ATX main power connector ∙∙1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector ∙∙4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
∙∙1x Serial port connector ∙∙1x M.2 slot (M-Key)
∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
∙∙2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
Internal Connectors ∙∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector ∙∙1x 4-pin system fan connector
∙∙1x Front panel audio connector ∙∙2x System panel connectors
∙∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector ∙∙1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
∙∙1x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connector ∙∙1x TPM module connector
∙∙1x Clear CMOS jumper ∙∙4x EZ Debug LED
∙∙1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port ∙∙2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
∙∙1x VGA port
∙∙1x DisplayPort port ∙∙1x HDMI port
∙∙1x LAN (RJ45) port
∙∙4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports ∙∙3x audio jacks
NUVOTON NCT6687-R Controller Chip
∙∙CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection ∙∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection
∙∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed control Continued on next page
Specifications 17
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∙∙M-ATX Form Factor |
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∙∙9.6 in. x 8.3 in. (24.4 cm x 21 cm) |
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∙∙1x 256 Mb flash |
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BIOS Features |
∙∙UEFI AMI BIOS |
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∙∙ACPI 6.0, SMBIOS 2.8 |
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∙∙Multi-language |
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∙∙Drivers |
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Software |
∙∙DRAGON CENTER |
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∙∙CPU-Z MSI GAMING |
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∙∙Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive |
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∙∙Norton™ Internet Security Solution |
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∙∙Mystic Light |
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∙∙User Scenario |
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Dragon Center |
∙∙Hardware Monitor |
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∙∙True Color |
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Features |
∙∙Live Update |
Please refer to http://download.msi. |
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∙∙Speed Up |
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com/manual/mb/DRAGONCENTER2. |
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∙∙Smart Tool |
pdf for more details. |
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∙∙Super Charger |
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∙∙Audio |
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▪▪Audio Boost |
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∙∙Cooling |
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▪▪M.2 Shield Frozr |
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▪▪Smart Fan Control |
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∙∙LED |
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▪▪Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW/RGB) |
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▪▪Mystic Light SYNC |
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▪▪EZ DEBUG LED |
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∙∙Performance |
▪▪DDR4 Boost |
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▪▪Core Boost |
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▪▪Creator Genie (Only for B550M PRO) |
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▪▪Lightning Gen 4 PCI-E Slot (Only for B550M PRO) |
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▪▪Lightning Gen 4 M.2 (Only for B550M PRO) |
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∙∙Protection |
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▪▪PCI-E Steel Armor (Only for B550M PRO) |
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∙∙Experience |
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▪▪Dragon Center |
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▪▪Click BIOS 5 |
Specifications 19
Package contents
Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain:
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Motherboard |
B550M PRO/ A520M PRO |
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Cable |
SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack) |
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M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack) |
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Accessories |
Product registration card |
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IO Shielding |
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Case Badge |
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Application |
Driver DVD |
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Documentation |
Quick installation guide |
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MSI components compatibility & reward program |
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card (Only for B550M PRO) |
Important
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.
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