MSI prestige X570 Creation User Manual
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® PRESTIGE X570 CREATION 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
DDR4 Memory
Thermal Paste
Phillips Screwdriver
Power Supply Unit
SATA Hard Disk Drive
Graphics Card
SATA DVD Drive
A Package of Screws
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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.
Quick Start
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Installing a Processor
https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc
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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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Installing DDR4 memory
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
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Connecting the Front Panel Header
RESET SW
POWER SW
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
HDD LED
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
Power LED
JFP1
Power Switch
+++-
--
2 10
1
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+
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
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9
Reserved
HDD LED
POWER LED
RESET SW
HDD LED
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED +
POWER LED POWER LED +
Installing the Motherboard
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Connecting the Power Connectors
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
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ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
CPU_PWR2
Installing SATA Drives
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
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Installing a Graphics Card
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
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Quick Start
Connecting Peripheral Devices
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Power On
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Contents
Quick Start ............................................................................................................. 1
Preparing Tools and Components .......................................................................... 1
Safety Information .................................................................................................. 2
Installing a Processor ............................................................................................. 3
Installing DDR4 memory ........................................................................................ 5
Connecting the Front Panel Header ....................................................................... 6
Installing the Motherboard ..................................................................................... 7
Connecting the Power Connectors ......................................................................... 8
Installing SATA Drives............................................................................................. 9
Installing a Graphics Card .................................................................................... 10
Connecting Peripheral Devices ............................................................................ 11
Power On............................................................................................................... 12
Specifications ....................................................................................................... 16
JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification .................................................................... 21
Package contents................................................................................................. 22
Block Diagram .................................................................................................... 23
Rear I/O Panel ...................................................................................................... 24
LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 24
Audio Ports Configuration .................................................................................... 24
Realtek Audio Console ......................................................................................... 25
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 28
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 30
DIMM Slots ............................................................................................................ 31
PCI_E1~7: PCIe Expansion Slots .......................................................................... 32
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 35
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................36
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 37
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 37
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ................................................... 38
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~7: Fan Connectors ................................... 39
T_SEN1~2: Thermal Sensor Connectors ............................................................. 40
JUSB5: USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Connector ............................................................. 40
JUSB3~4: USB 3.2 Gen1 Connectors ................................................................... 41
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors ............................................................................. 41
POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button ................................................. 42
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 42
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ....................................................................... 43
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JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ........................................................................... 43
JRGB1: RGB LED connector ................................................................................. 44
JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors ............................................. 45
JCORSAIR1: CORSAIR Connector ........................................................................ 46
Onboard LEDs ...................................................................................................... 47
EZ Debug LED ....................................................................................................... 47
A-XMP LED ........................................................................................................... 47
JPWRLED1: LED power input ............................................................................... 47
CPU Power LED .................................................................................................... 48
Debug Code LED ................................................................................................... 49
Hexadecimal Character Table .............................................................................. 49
Boot Phases .......................................................................................................... 49
Debug Code LED Table ......................................................................................... 49
ACPI States Codes ................................................................................................ 53
Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ......................................................................... 54
Installing Windows® 10 ......................................................................................... 54
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 54
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 54
BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 55
Entering BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 55
Resetting BIOS ...................................................................................................... 56
Updating BIOS ....................................................................................................... 56
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 57
Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 59
SETTINGS .............................................................................................................. 60
Advanced ............................................................................................................... 60
Boot ....................................................................................................................... 65
Security ................................................................................................................. 66
Save & Exit ............................................................................................................ 67
OC .......................................................................................................................... 68
M-FLASH .............................................................................................................. 71
OC PROFILE .......................................................................................................... 72
HARDWARE MONITOR .......................................................................................... 73
Nahimic 3 ............................................................................................................. 74
Installation and Update ........................................................................................ 74
Audio Tab ..............................................................................................................74
Microphone Tab .................................................................................................... 75
Sound Tracker Tab ................................................................................................ 76
Settings Tab .......................................................................................................... 76
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Contents
AMD RAID Configuration ..................................................................................... 77
Enabling RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility .......................................................... 77
Initializing Disks ................................................................................................... 78
Creating Arrays ..................................................................................................... 79
Deleting Arrays ..................................................................................................... 80
Installing RAID Driver ........................................................................................... 81
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 82
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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)
ySupports un-buffered memory
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
y 2x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E2, PCI_E5)
Expansion Slot
y 1x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E7, supports x4 mode)
y 4x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots
*The speeds may vary for different devices
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X570 Chipset
Supports 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2666Mhz by JEDEC, 2666/
2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/ 3600/ 3733 /3866/
4000/ 4133/ 4266/ 4400/ 4533 by A-XMP OC mode
3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ support PCIe 4.0 x16/x0, x8/x8
mode
2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ support PCIe 3.0x16/x0, x8/x8
mode
Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD
Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics support PCIe 3.0 x8/x0
mode
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Multi-GPU
y Supports 2-Way NVIDIA
y Supports 3-Way AMD
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SLI™ Technology
CrossFire™ Technology
Continued from previous page
Storage
RAID
LAN
WiFi & Bluetooth
y 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports (from AMD
®
X570 Chipset)
y 2x M.2 slots (Key M)*
M2_1 slot (from AMD
®
Processor) supports PCIe 4.0
x4 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Desktop Processors) or PCIe
3.0 x4 (2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/ Ryzen™ with Radeon™
Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™
Graphics) 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
M2_2 slot (from AMD
®
X570 Chipset) supports PCIe
4.0 x4 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™) or 3.0 x4 (2nd Gen AMD
Ryzen™/ Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd
Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics) and SATA
6Gb/s 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
*The speeds may vary for different devices
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AMD
X570 Chipset
y Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10
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y 1x Intel
y 1x Aquantia
Intel
I211AT Gigabit LAN controller
®
AQC107 10-Gigabit LAN controller
®
Wi-Fi 6 AX200
y The Wireless module is pre-install in the M2_WIFI1 (Key-E)
slot
y Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, MU-MINO Rx, 2.4GHz-
5GHz (160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
y Supports Bluetooth
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USB
®
X570 Chipset
y AMD
1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C
internal connector
12x USB 3.2 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (8 Type-A
ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the
internal USB 3.2 Gen1 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)
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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) Type-A and Type-C port on the back panel
2x USB 3.2 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) Type-A ports on the
back panel
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Audio
Back Panel
Connectors
Internal Connectors
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1x Realtek
ALC1220 Codec
y 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
y Supports S/PDIF output
y 1x Clear CMOS button
y 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
y 2x USB 2.0 ports
y 2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
y 10x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports
y 1x Gigabit LAN (RJ45) port
y 1x 10-Gigabit LAN (RJ45) port
y 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A & Type-C port (depending on the
processor)
y 5x OFC audio jacks
y 1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y 2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
y 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y 2x M.2 slots (M-Key)
y 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port
y 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.2
Gen1 ports)
y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0
ports)
y 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y 1x 4-pin Water Pump connector
y 7x 4-pin system fan connectors
y 1x Front panel audio connector
y 2x System panel connectors
y 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y 1x TPM module connector
y 2x 2-pin Thermal Sensors connectors
y 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
y 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
y 1x 3-pin CORSAIR LED connector
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Internal Buttons
Debug LED
y 1x Power button
y 1x Reset button
y 1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED
y 4x EZ Debug LED
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip
y CPU/System/Chipset temperature detection
Hardware Monitor
y CPU/System/Chipset fan speed detection
y CPU/System/Chipset fan speed control
Form Factor
y E-ATX Form Factor
y 12 in. x 10.7 in. (30.5 cm x 27.2 cm)
y 1x 256 Mb flash
BIOS Features
y UEFI AMI BIOS
y ACPI 6.1, SMBIOS 2.8
y Multi-language
y Drivers
y CREATOR CENTER
y Nahimic Audio
Software
y CPU-Z MSI GAMING
y MSI App Player (BlueStacks)
y Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
y Norton™ Internet Security Solution
Creator Center
Features
y CREATOR OPTIMIZATION
y High Performance
y Hardware Monitor
y LAN Manager
y True Color
y Mystic Light
y Live update
Continued on next page
Please refer to http://download.msi.
com/manual/mb/CREATORCENTER.
pdf for more details.
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Special Features
Continued from previous page
y Audio
Audio Boost 4
Nahimic 3
Voice Boost
y Network
10G SUPER LAN
GAMING LAN with Gaming LAN Manager
Intel WiFi
y Storage
Lightning Gen4 M.2
Twin M.2
y Cooling
FROZR Heatsink Design
Propeller Blade Technology
M.2 Shield FROZR
Extended Heatsink Design
Pump Fan
Gaming Fan Control
y LED
Mystic Light 3
Mystic Light Extension (RGB)
Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW)
Mystic Light Extension (CORSAIR)
Mystic Light Sync
EZ DEBUG LED
y Protection
PCIe Steel Armor
DDR4 Steel Armor
M.2 Shield FROZR
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Continued on next page
Special Features
Continued from previous page
y Performance
Lightning Gen4 PCI-E Slot
Multi GPU-SLI Technology
Multi GPU-CrossFire Technology
DDR4 Boost
Core Boost
GAME Boost
USB with type A+C
AMD Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2
Front USB Type C
Dual CPU Power
y Gamer Experience
GAMING HOTKEY
GAMING MOUSE Control
SPEED UP
Total Fan Control
Live Update
APP Player
y BIOS
Click BIOS 5
JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification
Supporting CORSAIR RGB Products Maximum connection
Lighting Node PRO LED Strip
HD120 RGB Fan 6
SP120 RGB Fan 6
LL120 RGB Fan 6
20*
* 20% brightness is recommended when the number of
LED strips exceeds 8.
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Package contents
Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain:
Motherboard PRESTIGE X570 CREATION
SATA 6Gb/s Cables
1 to 2 RGB LED Extension Y Cable 80cm
Cable
Accessories
Application DVD
Documentation
Important
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.
CORSAIR RGB LED Extension Cable 50cm
RAINBOW RGB LED Extension Cable 80cm
Thermistor Cable
Antenna Set
M.2 Xpander-Z Gen4 1
8.5H M.2 screws 2
Case Badge
SATA Cable Labels 1
Product Registration Card 1
Driver DVD
User Manual
Quick Installation Guide
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1
1
1
2
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1
1
1
1
Package contents
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Block Diagram
Switch
NUVOTON
6797
Rear Audio Jacks
Realtek
ALC1220
Processor
2 Channel DDR4 Memory
1x M.2
2x SATA 6Gb/s
12x USB 3.2 Gen1
1x USB 3.2 Gen2
6x USB 2.0
1x M.2
4x SATA 6Gb/s
ASM
1061
PCI Express Bus
PCH
PCIE
2x USB 3.2 Gen1
2x USB 3.2 Gen2
1x Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200
®
1x Intel
I211AT
1x Aquantia® AQC107
Block Diagram
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Rear I/O Panel
Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
PS/2
Clear CMOS
button
Gigabit
LAN
10Gigabit
LAN
Audio Ports
USB 2.0 Type-A
USB 3.2 Gen1
USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A*
USB 3.2 Gen1
Optical S/PDIF-Out
USB 3.2 Gen2 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 Clear CMOS button - Power off your computer. Press and hold the Clear CMOS
button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to default values.
LAN Port LED Status Table
Link/ Activity LED
Status Description
Off No link
On Linked
Blinking Data activity
Speed LED
Status Gigabit LAN 10Gigabit LAN
Off 10 Mbps N/A
Green 100 Mbps 100 M/ 1G bps
Orange 1 Gbps 10 Gbps
Audio Ports Configuration
Audio Ports
Center/ Subwoofer Out ● ●
Rear Speaker Out ● ● ●
Line-In/ Side Speaker Out ●
Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out ● ● ● ●
Mic In
(●: connected, Blank: empty)
Channel
2 4 6 8
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
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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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