4.Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
5.The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
6.Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
7.Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
8.Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
9.All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.
11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service
personnel:
† The power cord or plug is damaged.
† Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
† The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
† The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to
User’s Manual.
† The equipment has dropped and damaged.
† The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
12. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 600 C (1400F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
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FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been
tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the measures listed
below.
† Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
† Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
† Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
† Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Notice 1
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to
comply with the emission limits.
VOIR LA NOTICE D ’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.
Micro-Star International
MS-7338
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement
Thank you for choosing the P35 Platinum Combo Series
(MS-7338 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The P35 Platinum Combo
Series mainboards are based on Intel® P35 & ICH9R
chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit
the advanced Intel® Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo/
Pentium/Celeron LGA775 processor, the P35 Platinum Combo Series deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
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Mainboard Specifications
Processor Support
- Intel® Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo/Pentium/Celeron processors in the
LGA775 package
- Support Intel® Yorkfield, Wolfdale
(For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.
- Supports 1 FDD with 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB
Connectors
Back panel
- 1 PS/2 mouse port
- 1 PS/2 keyboard port
- 2 eSATA ports (support Command Based Port Multipliers)
- 6 USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 LAN jack (10/100/1000)
- 6 flexible audio jacks
- 1 1394 port (optional)
- 1 Optical S/PDIF-Out (optional)
On-Board Pinheaders / Connectors
- 3 USB 2.0 pinheaders
- 1 1394 pinheader (optional)
- 1 chasis intrusion connector
- 1 SPDIF-out pinheader
- 1 CD-in connector
- 2 H/W OC pinheaders (optional)
- 1 front audio pinheader
- 1 serial pinheader
Slots
- 1 PCI Express x16 slot
- 2 PCI Express x1 slots
- 1 PCI Express x4 slot
- 2 PCI slots
- Support 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus Interface
Form Factor
- ATX (30.5cm X 24.5cm)
Mounting
- 9 mounting holes
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DDR
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Intel
PCI_E3
I/O Chip
SYSFAN3
SYSFAN2
J1394_1(optional)
JCI1
PCI_E4
JSLIC1(ALC888T)
SYSFAN5
Mainboard Layout
Top : mouse
Bottom:
keyboard
Top :
USB Ports
Bottom:
Top : LAN jack
Bottom:
USB ports
eSATA ports
T:
Line-In
M:
Line-Out
B:
Mic
T:RS-Out
M:CS-Out
B:SS-Out
JCOM1
Codec
JAUD1
CPUFAN
SYSFAN4
JCD1
JPWR2
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Packing Checklist
Getting Started
MSI motherboard
Power Cable
Floppy Cable
MSI Driver/Utility CD
SATA Cable
external SATA Cable
(Optional)
Back IO Shield
IDE Cable
1394 Bracket (Optional)
User’ s Guide
and Quick Guide
* The pictures are for reference only and may vary from the packing contents of the
product you purchased.
ATX Extender (Optional)
DDR2/DDR3 Turbo Card
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Hardware Setup
Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
This chapter provides you with the information about
hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation,
be careful in holding the components and follow the
installation procedures. For some components, if you
install in the wrong orientation, the components will not
work properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the
components.
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Quick Components Guide
Back Panel,
p.2-11
SYSFAN1,
p.2-15
SYSFAN4,
p.2-15
PCI_E,
p.2-22
JCOM1,
p.2-19
PCI,
p.2-23
JAUD1,
p.2-18
CPUFAN,
p.2-15
JPWR2,
p.2-10
JCD1,
p.2-18
JSLIC1,
p.2-14
JPWR1,
p.2-10
JSP1,
p.2-16
CPU, p.2-3
FDD1,
p.2-13
DDR2/DDR3,
p.2-7
SYSFAN5,
p.2-15
JPWR3,
p.2-10
JB1,JB2,
p.2-20
JCI1,
p.2-15
IDE1,
p.2-13
SATA1,2,5,6,7,
p.2-14
JUSB1~3,
p.2-19
SYSFAN3,
p.2-15JFP1,2,
p.2-17
J1394_1,
p.2-16
SW1,
p.2-21
SYSFAN2,
p.2-15
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Hardware Setup
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent
overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning
on the computer.
For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?
func=cpuform
Important
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure
the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Make
sure that you apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between
the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
Replaceing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or unplug the
power supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the safety
of CPU.
Overclocking
This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make
sure your components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while
doing overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is
not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages or risks caused
by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications.
Introduction to LGA 775 CPU
The pin-pad side of LGA 775
CPU.
Alignment KeyAlignment Key
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
The surface of LGA 775 CPU.
Remember to apply some thermal paste on it for better heat
dispersion.
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
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CPU & Cooler Installation
When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on
the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal
paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will
cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard.
1.The CPU socket has a plastic cap on
it to protect the contact from damage.
Before you install the CPU, always
cover it to protect the socket pin.
3.The pins of socket reveal.
2.Remove the cap from lever hinge
side (as the arrow shows).
4.Open the load lever.
Important
1.Confirm if your CPU cooler is firmly installed before turning on your system.
2. Do not touch the CPU socket pins to avoid damaging.
3. The availability of the CPU land side cover depends on your CPU packing.
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5.Lift the load lever up and open the
load plate.
7.Visually inspect if the CPU is
seated well into the socket. If not,
take out the CPU with pure vertical
motion and reinstall.
6.After confirming the CPU direction
for correct mating, put down the
CPU in the socket housing frame.
Be sure to grasp on the edge of
the CPU base. Note that the alignment keys are matched.
alignment
key
8.Cover the load plate onto the
package.
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9.Press down the load lever lightly
onto the load plate, and then secure the lever with the hook under
retention tab.
11.Press the four hooks down to fas-
ten the cooler. Then rotate the locking switch (refer to the correct direction marked on it) to lock the
hooks.
locking
switch
10. Align the holes on the mainboard
with the heatsink. Push down the
cooler until its four clips get
wedged into the holes of the
mainboard.
12.Turn over the mainboard to confirm that the clip-ends are correctly inserted.
Important
1. Read the CPU status in BIOS (Chapter 3).
2. Whenever CPU is not installed, always protect your CPU socket pin with the
plastic cap covered (shown in Figure 1) to avoid damaging.
3. Mainboard photos shown in this section are for demonstration of the CPU/
cooler installation only. The appearance of your mainboard may vary depending on the model you purchase.
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Installed
Memory
These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules.
Since DDR3 modules are not interchangeable with DDR2 and the DDR3 standard is not
backward compatible, you should always install DDR3 memory module in DDR3 slot
(DIMM_DDR3_1~2), and DDR2 memory module in DDR2 slot (DIMM_DDR2_1~4). Wrong
installation may cause damage of mainboard. Meanwhile, you are not able to boot up
your system if you install DDR2 & DDR3 memory modules simultaneously.
For more information on compatible components, please visit http://global.msi.com.
tw/index.php?func=testreport
DDR2
240-pin, 1.8V
64x2=128 pin56x2=112 pin
DIMM_DDR2_1~4 are for DDR2 memory module
Dual-Channel: Channel A in GREEN; Channel B in ORANGE
DDR3
240-pin, 1.5V
72x2=144 pin48x2=96 pin
DIMM_DDR3_1~2 are for DDR3 memory module
Dual-Channel: Channel A inSKYBLUE; Channel B in PINK
Dual-Channel mode Population Rule
In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two
data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance the system
performance. Please refer to the following illustrations for population rules under
Dual-Channel mode.
DIMM_DDR2_1
DIMM_DDR2_2
DIMM_DDR3_1
DIMM_DDR2_3
DIMM_DDR2_4
DIMM_DDR3_2
DIMM_DDR2_1
DIMM_DDR2_2
DIMM_DDR3_1
DIMM_DDR2_3
DIMM_DDR2_4
DIMM_DDR3_2
Dual channel mode
population rule for DDR2
(Install two DDR2/DDR3
Turbo Cards in
the DIMM_DDR3_1 and
DIMM_DDR3_2 slots)
Dual channel mode
population rule for DDR2
(Install two DDR2/DDR3
Turbo Cards in
the DIMM_DDR3_1 and
DIMM_DDR3_2 slots)
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3
4
DIMM_DDR2_1
DIMM_DDR2_2
DIMM_DDR3_1
DIMM_DDR2_3
DIMM_DDR2_4
DIMM_DDR3_2
DIMM_DDR2_1
DIMM_DDR2_2
DIMM_DDR3_1
DIMM_DDR2_3
DIMM_DDR2_4
DIMM_DDR3_2
Dual channel mode
population rule for DDR2
(Install two DDR2/DDR3
Turbo Cards in
the DIMM_DDR3_1 and
DIMM_DDR3_2 slots)
Dual channel mode
population rule for DDR3
(Install two DDR2/DDR3
Turbo Cards in
the DIMM_DDR2_2 and
DIMM_DDR2_4 slots)
Installing Memory Modules
1. The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right
orientation.
2. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the
golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DIMM slot.
Important
You can barely see the golden finger if the memory module is properly inserted
in the DIMM slot.
3. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close.
Volt
Notch
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Hardware Setup
Installing DDR2/DDR3 Turbo Card
The DDR2/DDR3 Turbo Cards are memory switchers which should be installed in
DIMM slots. If your memory is DDR2, you should install the DIMM_DDR3_1 side of
DDR2/DDR3 Turbo Cards into DIMM_DDR3_1 and DIMM_DDR3_2. If your memory is
DDR3, you should install the DIMM_DDR2_1 side of DDR2/DDR3 Turbo Cards into
DIMM_DDR2_2 and DIMM_DDR2_4.
DIMM_DDR2_1 Side
DIMM_DDR3_1 Side
DDR2/DDR3 Turbo Card
When system memory
is DDR2
When system memory
is DDR3
Install the DIMM_DDR3_1
side of DDR2/DDR3 Turbo
Cards into DIMM_DDR3_1
and DIMM_DDR3_2 slots.
Install the DIMM_DDR2_1
side of DDR2/DDR3 Turbo
Cards into DIMM_DDR2_2
and DIMM_DDR2_4 slots.
Important
-In Dual-Channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the
same type and density in different channel DIMM slots.
-To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules
into the DIMM_DDR2_1 or DIMM_DDR3_1 first.
-To overclock your DDR3 memory and raise FSB higher then 1333MHz, you
must remove the DDR2/DDR3 Turbo Cards from the DIMM slots.
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Power Supply
ATX 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR3
This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply.
To connect the ATX 24-pin power supply, make sure the plug of the
power supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are
aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the connector.
You may use the 20-pin ATX power supply as you like. If you’d like
to use the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with pin 1 & pin 13 (refer to the image at the right hand).
Pin Definition
12
JPWR3
1
24
13
PINSIGNAL
1+3.3V
2+3.3V
3GND
4+5V
5GND
6+5V
7GND
8PWR OK
95VSB
10+12V
11+12V
12+3.3V
PINSIGNAL
13+3.3V
14-12V
15GND
16PS-ON#
17GND
18GND
19GND
20Res
21+5V
22+5V
23+5V
24GND
pin 13
pin 12
ATX 5V / 12V Power Connector: JPWR2 / JPWR1
The JPWR2 12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU. And the
JPWR1 5V / 12V power connector is used to provide power to the PCIEX16 graphics
card.
5
8
JPWR2
1
4
Pin Definition
PINSIGNAL
1 GND
2 GND
3 GND
4 GND
PINSIGNAL
5 +12V
6 +12V
7 +12V
8 +12V
JPWR1
1
Pin Definition
PINSIGNAL
15V
2GND
3GND
412V
Important
1. Make sure that all the connectors are connected to proper ATX power supplies to ensure stable operation of the mainboard.
2. Power supply of 350 watts (and above) is highly recommended for system
stability.
3. ATX 12V power connection should be greater than 18A.
4. If the JPWR2 connector too closes the heatpipe and plug inconveniently. You
could use the bundled ATX Extender to increase connector height. It can
prevent the power cable to touch the heatpipe as well.
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Back Panel
Hardware Setup
Mouse
USB Ports
LAN
L-In
RS-Out
eSATA Port
Keyboard
1394
Port
(Optional)
Optical
S/PDIF
Out
(Optional)
USB PortsMic
L-Out
CS-Out
SS-Out
Mouse/Keyboard
The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.
1394 Port (Optional)
The IEEE1394 port on the back panel provides connection to IEEE1394 devices.
Optical S/PDIF-Out (Optional)
This SPDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) connector is provided for
digital audio transmission to external speakers through an optical fiber cable.
USB Port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
LAN
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You
can connect a network cable to it.
LED ColorLED StateCondition
OffLAN link is not established.
Left YellowOn (steady state)LAN link is established.
On (brighter & pulsing)The computer is communicating with another computer on the LAN.
GreenOff10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
RightOn100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
OrangeOn1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Green / OrangeYellow
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Audio Ports
These audio connectors are used for audio devices. You can differentiate the color
of the audio jacks for different audio sound effects.
eSATA Port
The eSATA port is for attaching the eSATA external hard drive.
Line-In (Blue) - Line In is used for external CD player, tapeplayer or
other audio devices.
Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a connector for speakers or headphones.
Mic (Pink) - Mic, is a connector for microphones.
RS-Out (Black) - Rear-Surround Out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
CS-Out (Orange) - Center/ Subwoofer Out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
SS-Out (Gray) - Side-Surround Out 7.1 channel mode.
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Connectors
Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1
This connector supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB or 2.88MB floppy disk drive.
FDD1
IDE Connector: IDE1
This connector supports IDE hard disk drives, optical disk drives and other IDE devices.
IDE1
Important
If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the
drives separately to master / slave mode by setting jumpers. Refer to IDE
device’s documentation supplied by the vendors for jumper setting
instructions.
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Serial ATA Connector: SATA1,2,5,6,7
This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect
to one Serial ATA device.
SATA1SATA2
SATA5SATA6
SATA1,2,5,6 supported by ICH9R
SATA7
supported by Marvell 88SE6111
Important
Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise,
data loss may occur during transmission.
VoIP Card Connector: JSLIC1 (Only for ALC888T)
This connector connects to the VoIP card. Please refer to the instruction of the VoIP
card.
JSLIC1
22
21
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Hardware Setup
Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN, SYSFAN1~5
The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. When connecting
the wire to the connectors, always note that the red wire is the positive and should
be connected to the +12V; the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.
If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a
specially designed fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control.
GND
+12V
SENSOR
CONTROL
CPUFAN
GND
SYSFAN1
SENSOR
+1 2V
SE NS OR
+12V
GND
SYSFAN2
+1 2V
SE NSOR
GND
SYSFAN3/4/5
Important
1.Please refer to the recommended CPU fans at processor’s official website
or consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan.
2.CPUFAN supports fan control. You can install Dual Core Center utility that
will automatically control the CPU fan speed according to the actual CPU
temperature.
3. Fan cooler set with 3 or 4 pins power connector are both available for
CPUFAN.
Chassis Intrusion Connector: JCI1
This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is
opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record
this status and show a warning message on the screen. To clear the warning, you
must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.
CINTRU
GND
1
2
JCI1
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IEEE1394 Connector: J1394_1(Optional)
This connector allows you to connect the IEEE1394 device via an optional IEEE1394
bracket.
Pin Definition
PINSIGNALPINSIGNAL
2
1
J1394_1
9
10
1TPA+2TPA-
3Ground4Ground
5TPB+6TPB-
7Cable power8Cable power
9Key (no pin)10Ground
IEEE1394 Bracket (Optional)
S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSP1
This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format)
interface for digital audio transmission.
JSP1
VCC
S/PDIF Bracket (Optional)
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GND
SPDIF
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