Msi X299 User Manual

Unpacking

Thank you for buying the MSI® X299 XPOWER GAMING AC motherboard. Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.

Motherboard

I/O Shield

Thermistor

Cable

SATA Cable x6

Drivers & Utilities

Disc

M.2 Xpander-Z

SLI Bridge Connector

Motherboard User

Guide

Quick Guide

Case Badge

1 to 2 RGB LED Extension

Y Cable 80cm x1

SATA Cable Labels

Antenna x2

3D X-MOUNTING

Screw Pillars

Unpacking

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

Quick Start

Preparing Tools and Components

Intel® LGA 2066 CPU

DDR4 Memory

SATA DVD Drive

CPU Fan

Chassis

SATA Hard Disk Drive

Thermal Paste

Power Supply Unit

Graphics Card

Phillips Screwdriver

A Package of Screws

Quick Start

Installing a Processor

https://youtu.be/ecdkLMmkya4

Quick Start

789

Installing DDR4 memory

http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs

DIMMC1

Quick Start

Connecting the Front Panel Header

RESET SW

POWER SW

POWER LED+

POWER LED-

HDD LED

http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI

Quick Start

2 10

JFP1

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

JFP1

HDD LED HDD LED +

POWER LED POWER LED +

Installing the Motherboard

Quick Start

Installing SATA Drives

http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc

Quick Start

Installing a Graphics Card

http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A

Quick Start

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Quick Start

Connecting the Power Connectors

http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4

CPU_PWR2

ATX_PWR1

JPWR1

CPU_PWR1

Quick Start

Power On

Quick Start

Contents

Unpacking .............................................................................................................. 1

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

Quick Start ............................................................................................................. 3

Preparing Tools and Components .......................................................................... 3

Installing a Processor ............................................................................................. 4

Installing DDR4 memory ........................................................................................ 5

Connecting the Front Panel Header ....................................................................... 6

Installing the Motherboard ..................................................................................... 7

Installing SATA Drives............................................................................................. 8

Installing a Graphics Card ...................................................................................... 9

Connecting Peripheral Devices ............................................................................ 10

Connecting the Power Connectors ....................................................................... 11

Power On............................................................................................................... 12

Specifications ....................................................................................................... 16

Block Diagram .................................................................................................... 23

Rear I/O Panel ...................................................................................................... 24

LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 24

Audio Ports Configuration .................................................................................... 24

Realtek HD Audio Manager .................................................................................. 25

Installing Antennas ............................................................................................... 27

Overview of Components .................................................................................... 28

CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 30

DIMM Slots ............................................................................................................ 31

PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots .......................................................................... 34

PCIe and M2_3 slots bandwidth table .................................................................. 34

U2_1: U.2 Connector ............................................................................................. 37

M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 38

Installing the M.2 Xpander-Z ............................................................................... 40

SATA1~10: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ..................................................................... 41

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 42

OC1: GAME BOOST Knob ..................................................................................... 43

OC_RT1: OC Retry Jumper ................................................................................... 44

OC_FS1: OC Force Enter BIOS Jumper ................................................................ 44

JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper .................................................................. 44

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, JPWR1: Power Connectors ...................................... 45

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors ............................................................................. 46

JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors ................................................................... 46

Contents

JUSB5: USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector ............................................................. 47

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors ............ 48

T_SEN1: Thermal Sensor Connector ................................................................... 48

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................49

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ....................................................................... 49

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ........................................................................... 50

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 50

BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch ............................................................................. 51

POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button ................................................. 52

Plus, Minus buttons: BCLK-Ratio buttons ........................................................... 52

V-Check Points ..................................................................................................... 52

VRAID1: Virtual RAID on CPU Connector ............................................................. 53

JLED1: RGB LED connector ................................................................................. 53

Onboard LEDs ...................................................................................................... 54

EZ Debug LED ....................................................................................................... 54

PCIe x16 slot LEDs................................................................................................ 54

DIMM LEDs ........................................................................................................... 54

XMP LED ............................................................................................................... 54

Fan LEDs ............................................................................................................... 55

Fan Speed Indicators ............................................................................................ 55

Multi-BIOS LEDs ................................................................................................... 55

JPWRLED1: LED light demonstration power input connector ............................ 55

Debug Code LED ................................................................................................... 56

Hexadecimal Character Table .............................................................................. 56

Boot Phases .......................................................................................................... 56

Debug Code LED Table ......................................................................................... 56

ACPI States Codes ................................................................................................ 58

CPU Temperature ................................................................................................. 58

Updating LED Firmware ....................................................................................... 59

BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 60

Entering BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 60

Resetting BIOS ...................................................................................................... 61

Updating BIOS ....................................................................................................... 61

EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 63

Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 65

SETTINGS .............................................................................................................. 66

Advanced ............................................................................................................... 66

Boot ....................................................................................................................... 72

Security ................................................................................................................. 73

Save & Exit ............................................................................................................ 74

Contents

OC .......................................................................................................................... 75

M-FLASH .............................................................................................................. 82

OC PROFILE .......................................................................................................... 83

Software Description ........................................................................................... 84

Installing Windows® 10 ......................................................................................... 84

Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 84

Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 84

APP MANAGER ..................................................................................................... 85

LIVE UPDATE 6 ...................................................................................................... 86

COMMAND CENTER ............................................................................................. 88

GAMING APP ......................................................................................................... 92

X-BOOST ............................................................................................................... 97

MYSTICLIGHT ........................................................................................................ 99

MSI SMART TOOL ............................................................................................... 101

RAMDISK............................................................................................................. 103

GAMING LAN MANAGER .................................................................................... 104

DRAGON EYE ...................................................................................................... 106

Nahimic 2 ............................................................................................................ 107

XSplit Gamecaster V2 ......................................................................................... 111

SteelSeries Engine 3 .......................................................................................... 115

Intel

Extreme Tuning Utility .............................................................................. 117

CPU-Z.................................................................................................................. 118

TriDef VR ............................................................................................................. 119

TriDef SmartCam ................................................................................................ 122

RAID Configuration ............................................................................................ 123

Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM ......................................... 123

Degraded RAID Array ......................................................................................... 126

M.2 PCIe SSD RAID ............................................................................................. 128

Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration ............................................................ 131

System Requirements ....................................................................................... 131

Installing the Intel Removing the Intel

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 134

Optane™ memory .............................................................. 131

Optane™ memory ............................................................. 133

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 135

Contents

Specifications

CPU

Supports Intel LGA2066 Socket

Chipset Intel

y 8x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB* y Quad channel memory architecture with the CPU that

supports up to 4-channels DDR4**

y Dual channel memory architecture with the CPU that

Memory

supports up to 2-channels DDR4**

y Supports Intel

* For the latest information about memory, please visit http://www.msi.com ** Please refer the DIMM Slots section for more details.

y 4x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots

Expansion Slots

y 1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot

* Please refer to page 34 for PCIe 3.0 bandwidth table.

Core™ X-Series Processor Family for

X299 Chipset

 X-series processor support DDR4 4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3800(OC)/ 3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2933(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133 MHz*

 X-series processor support DDR4 4500(OC)/ 4400(OC)/ 4333(OC)/ 4266(OC)/ 4200(OC)/ 4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3800(OC)/ 3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2933(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133 MHz*

Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

 Support x16/x0/x16/x8, x8/x8/x16/x8 mode with the 44-lane CPU.*

 Support x16/x0/x8/x4, x8/x8/x8/x4 mode with the 28- lane CPU.*

 Support x8/x0/x4/x4 mode with the 16-lane CPU.*

Multi-GPU

LAN

Wirsless LAN & Bluetooth

Speciﬁcations

y Supports NVIDIA y Supports AMD

SLI™ Technology

CrossFire™ Technology

y 1x Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN controller y 1x Intel I211 Gigabit LAN controller

Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 module

y The Wireless module is pre-install in the M2_3 (Key-E) slot.

y Supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band (2.4GHz,

5GHz) up to 867 Mbps speed.

y Supports Dual Mode Bluetooth

2.1, 2.1+EDR, 3.0, 4.0,

BLE, 4.2

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Storage

RAID

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Intel

X299 Chipset y 10x SATA 6Gb/s ports* y 3x M.2 slots (Key M)*

 M2_1, M2_2 slots support 2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110

storage devices

 Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s

 M2_3 slot supports 2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices

 Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4

 Intel

Optane™ Memory Ready for M2_1, M2_2 slots **

y 1x U.2 port *

 Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage

y Supports Intel

* M.2 slots and SATA ports share the same bandwidth. Please refer to page 41 for M.2 & SATA combination table.

** Please refer to page 129 for Intel ***The functions will be supported depend on the CPU.

X299 Chipset

Intel

Smart Response Technology***

Optane™ Memory Configuration.

y Supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA

storage devices

y Supports RAID 0 and RAID1 for M.2 PCIe storage devices*

* M.2 PCIe RAID volume can be created with M.2 GENIE.

USB

y ASMedia

ASM3142 Chipset

 3x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) ports (1 Type-A port and 1 Type-C port on the back panel, 1 Type-C port available through the internal USB connector)

y ASMedia

ASM1074 Chipset

 6x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports on the back panel

y Intel

X299 Chipset

 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports available through the internal USB connectors

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

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Speciﬁcations

Back Panel Connectors

Internal Connectors

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y 1x Clear CMOS button y 1x Flash BIOS Button y 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port y 2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports

 1x Flash BIOS port

y 6x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports y 2x LAN (RJ45) ports y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A port y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port y 2x WiFi antenna connectors y 5x OFC audio jacks y 1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector

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 1x flat 4-pin ATX 12V power connector* y 10x SATA 6Gb/s connectors y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0

ports)

y 2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.1

Gen1 ports)

y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port y 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector y 1x 4-pin Water Pump connector y 4x 4-pin system fan connectors y 4x 4-pin extend fan connectors y 2x Front panel connectors y 1x Front panel audio connector y 1x RGB LED connector y 1x TPM module connector y 1x Virtual RAID on CPU connector y 1x 2-pin Thermal Sensors connector

* Provides additional power to PCIe x16 slots

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Speciﬁcations

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y 1x GAME BOOST knob y 1x Power button

Internal Buttons

y 1x Reset button y 1x BCLK+/ Ratio+ button y 1x BCLK-/ Ratio- button

Switches y 1x Multi-BIOS switch

y 1x Clear CMOS jumper y 1x OC retry connector

Jumper

y 1x OC force enter BIOS connector y 1x Chassis Intrusion connector y 1x Slow mode connector

Debug LED y 1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED

Audio

y Realtek y 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio

ALC1220 Codec

y Supports S/PDIF output

I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6795 Controller Chip

y CPU/System temperature detection

Hardware Monitor

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

Form Factor

BIOS Features

y EATX Form Factor y 12 in. x 10.7 in. (30.5 cm x 27.2 cm)

y 2x 128 Mb flash y UEFI AMI BIOS y ACPI 6.0, SM BIOS 3.0 y Multi-language

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Speciﬁcations

Software

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y Drivers y APP MANAGER y COMMAND CENTER y LIVE UPDATE 6 y SMART TOOL y DRAGON EYE y GAMING APP y X-BOOST y MYSTIC LIGHT y RAMDISK y GAMING LAN MANAGER y DPC LATENCY TUNER y FAST BOOST y SUPER CHARGER y Nahimic Audio y XSplit Gamecaster V2 y SteelSeriesEngine 3 y WTFast y CPU-Z MSI GAMING y Intel Extreme Tuning Utility y Norton™ Internet Security Solution y Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive

y TriDef

SmartCam

Speciﬁcations

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Special Features

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y Audio

 Audio Boost 4

 Nahimic 2

y Network

 GAMING LAN with Gaming LAN Manager

 Dual LAN

 Intel WiFi

y Storage

 Turbo U.2

 Triple Turbo M.2

y Fan

 Pump Fan

 Smart Fan Control

y LED

 Mystic Light

 Mystic Light Extension

 Mystic light SYNC

 EZ DEBUG LED

y Protection

 DDR4 Steel Armor

 M.2 Shield FROZR

 M.2 Shield

 Steel Backplate

 PCI-E Steel Armor

 U.2 Steel Armor

 M.2 Steel Armor

 VR Cover

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Speciﬁcations

Special Features

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y Performance

 Multi GPU – SLI Technology

 Multi GPU – CrossFire Technology

 DDR4 Boost

 GAME Boost

 OC Engine

 Lightning USB

 Front Lightning USB

 USB with Type A+C

y Stability

 Military Class 6

 7000+ Quality Test

y VR

 VR Boost

 VR Ready

y Gamer Experience

 GAMING HOTKEY

 GAMING MOUSE Control

y BIOS

 Click BIOS 5

 Flash BIOS Button

 Dual BIOS

y Certification

 Quadro SLI Ready

 Quadro Ready

 GAMING Certified

 SteelSeries Certified

Speciﬁcations

Block Diagram

2/ 4 Channel DDR4 Memory

Processor

1x M.2

2x M.2

8x SATA 6Gb/s

1x U.2

4x USB 3.1 Gen1

6x USB 2.0

SwitchSwitch

PCI Express Bus

Switch

P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard

NV6795

Super I/O

DMI 3.0

PCIE Bus

X299 PCH

Switch

PCIE Bus

Realtek

ALC1220

(Rear + Front)

Audio Jacks

ASMEDIA ASM1061

PCIe x1 slot

Wi-Fi / Bluetooth

Intel I211

Intel I219

ASMEDIA ASM3142

ASMEDIA

ASM1074

2x SATA 6Gb/s

3x USB 3.1 Gen2

6x USB 3.1 Gen1

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel

USB 3.1 Gen1

PS/2

Clear CMOS

LAN

WiFi antenna connectors

Audio Ports

Flash BIOS Button

USB 2.0

USB 2.0/ Flash BIOS port

USB 3.1 Gen1

USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C

Optical S/PDIF-Out

USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A

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.

y Flash BIOS Button/Port - Please refer to page 62 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

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

Realtek HD Audio Manager

After installing the Realtek HD Audio driver, the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the system tray. Double click on the icon to launch.

Device Selection

Advanced Settings

Application Enhancement

Main Volume

Profiles

Jack Status

Connector Settings

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 Profiles - toggles between profiles. y Advanced Settings - provides the mechanism to deal with 2 independent audio

streams.

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.

Rear I/O Panel

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

Installing Antennas

1. Screw the antennas tight to the WiFi antenna connectors as shown.

2. Place the antennas as high as possible.

Rear I/O Panel

Overview of Components

DIMMA1

SYS_FAN1

PCI_E1

M2_1

PCI_E2

M2_2

PCI_E3

M2_3

PCI_E4

PCI_E5

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

JAUD1

JLED1

JPWR

T_SEN1

JTPM1

CPU_PWR1

JFP2

EXS_FAN1

CPU_PWR2

CPU Socket

SYS_FAN2

EXS_FAN3

EXS_FAN2

JFP1

JUSB2

DIMMC1

DIMMC2

JPWRLED1

JUSB1

BIOS_SW1

DIMMD1DIMMA2

DIMMD2

SYS_FAN3

CPU_FAN1

JUSB3

JSLOW1

OC POWER

V-Check Point RESET

PLUS VRAID1 MINUS

PUMP_FAN1

ATX_PWR1

SYS_FAN4 EXS_FAN4

JUSB5

JUSB4

SATA▼1▲2

SATA▼3▲4

SATA▼5▲6

SATA▼7▲8

SATA▼9▲10

U2_1 JBAT1 JCI1 OC_RT1 OC_FS1

Overview of Components

Component Contents

Port Name Port Type Page

BIOS_SW1 Multi-BIOS Switch 51 CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1,

SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~4 CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1,

JPWR1 CPU Socket LGA2066 CPU Socket 30 DIMMA1~DIMMD2 DIMM Slots 31 JAUD1 Front Audio Connector 49 JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper 50 JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 49 JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors 42 JLED1 RGB LED connector 53

JPWRLED1

JSLOW1 Slow Mode Booting Jumper 44 JTPM1 TPM Module Connector 50 JUSB1~2 USB 2.0 Connectors 46 JUSB3~4 USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors 46 JUSB5 USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector 47 M2_1~3 M.2 Slots (Key M) 38 OC1 GAME BOOST Knob 43 OC_FS1 OC Force Enter BIOS Jumper 44 OC_RT1 OC Retry Jumper 44 PCI_E1~6 PCIe Expansion Slots 34 Plus, Minus buttons BCLK-Ratio buttons 52 POWER1, RESET1 Power Button, Reset Button 52 SATA1~10 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors 41 T_SEN1 Thermal Sensor Connector 48 U2_1 U.2 Connector 37 V-Check Points V-Check Points 52 VRAID1 Virtual RAID on CPU Connector 53

Fan Connectors 48

Power Connectors 45

LED light demonstration power input connector

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Introduction to the LGA 2066 CPU

The surface of the LGA2066 CPU has four alignment keys and a yellow triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.

Important

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

the CPU.

Please retain the CPU protective cap after installing the processor. MSI will deal with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard comes with the protective cap on the CPU socket.

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

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

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

Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering the socket with the plastic cap.

If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.

This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. MSI operation beyond product specifications.

does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate

Overview of Components

DIMM Slots

S/K LED : S/K LED indicates that

the installed CPU supports either 4-channels or 2-channels memory architecture.

Red = 8 DIMMs support (4-channels architecture CPU)

White = 4 DIMMs support (2-channels architecture CPU)

B1B2A1A2 C2C1D2D1

Memory module installation recommendation (4-Channels architecture CPU )

B1 B2 A1 A2 Intel Core X-series CPU C2 C1 D2 D1

1 DIMM

2 DIMMs

3 DIMMs

4 DIMMs

5 DIMMs

6 DIMMs

7 DIMMs

8 DIMMs

Supports 4-channels memory architecture

DIMMC1

DIMMA1

DIMMC1

Overview of Components

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

DIMMC1

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

DIMMD1

DIMMC1

DIMMA2

DIMMA1

DIMMB1

DIMMC1

DIMMC2

DIMMD1

DIMMA1

DIMMB2

DIMMB1

DIMMA2

DIMMC2

Important

Always insert a memory module in the DIMMC1 slot first.

To ensure system stability for Dual/ Triple/ Quad channel mode, memory modules must be of the same type, number and density. And for every channel, the odd number DIMM slot must to be installed first.

Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less than the amount of installed.

Based on Intel CPU specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is suggested to protect the CPU.

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.

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

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

Overview of Components

DIMMD1

DIMMD2

DIMMC1

Memory module installation recommendation (2-Channels architecture CPU )

B1 B2 A1 A2 Intel Core X-series CPU C2 C1 D2 D1

1 DIMM

2 DIMMs

3 DIMMs

4 DIMMs

DIMMB1, B2, A1 and A2 are un-available

DIMMC1 DIMMC1

Supports 2-channels

memory architecture

DIMMD1

DIMMD1 DIMMD1

DIMMC1 DIMMC1

DIMMC2 DIMMC2

Overview of Components

DIMMD2

PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes)

PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x8 (CPU lanes)

PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes)

PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH lanes) PCI_E5: PCIe 3.0 x8 (CPU lanes)

PCIe and M2_3 slots bandwidth table

for 44-lane CPU

Graphics Card Single 2-Way 3-Way* 3-Way 4-Way

PCI_E1 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8

PCI_E2 3.0 x8 3.0 x8

PCI_E3 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 PCI_E4 3.0 x1 3.0 x1 3.0 x1 3.0 x1 3.0 x1 PCI_E5 3.0 x8 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 3.0 x8 @3.0 x8

M2_3 3.0 x4 3.0 x4 3.0 x4 3.0 x4 3.0 x4

─

(@: graphics card slot, ─: unavailable, *: best combination)

for 28-lane CPU

Graphics Card Single* Single 2-Way* 2-Way 3-Way* 3-Way

PCI_E1 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8

PCI_E2 3.0 x8 3.0 x8

PCI_E3 3.0 x8 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 PCI_E4 3.0 x1 3.0 x1 3.0 x1 3.0 x1 3.0 x1 3.0 x1

PCI_E5 3.0 x4

M2_3

─

3.0 x4

─

3.0 x4

─

3.0 x4

─

(@: graphics card slot, ─: unavailable, *: best combination)

@ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8

3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8

3.0 x4

─

3.0 x4

─

3.0 x4

for 16-lane CPU

Graphics Card Single* Single

PCI_E1 @ 3.0 x8 @ 3.0 x8 PCI_E2 ─ ─ PCI_E3 3.0 x4 3.0 x4 PCI_E4 3.0 x1 3.0 x1

PCI_E5 3.0 x4

M2_3

─

(@: graphics card slot, ─: unavailable, *: best combination)

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─

3.0 x4

Multiple graphics cards installation recommendation

For 44-lane & 28-lane CPU

PCI_E1

For 44-lane CPU

PCI_E1

For 44-lane CPU

PCI_E3

PCI_E5

PCI_E1

For 28-lane CPU

PCI_E1

PCI_E2

PCI_E3

Important

If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI Gaming Series Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight and to prevent deformation of the slot.

PCI_E1

PCI_E2

PCI_E3

PCI_E5

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Important

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

When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion card’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software changes.

Installing SLI graphics cards

For power supply recommendations for SLI configurations, please refer to the user guide of your graphics card to make sure you meet all the system requirements.

To install SLI graphics cards:

1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cord, install two graphics cards

into the PCI_E1 and PCI_E3 slots.

2. Connect the two cards together using the SLI Bridge Connector.

3. Connect all PCIe power connectors of the graphics cards.

4. Reconnect the power cord, power up the computer and install the drivers and

software included in your graphics card package.

5. Right-click the Windows desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel from the menu,

click on Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX in the left task pane and select Maximize

3D performance in the SLI configuration menu, and then click Apply.

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U2_1: U.2 Connector

This connector is a U.2 interface port. Each connector can connect to one PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage device.

Video Demonstration

Watch the video to learn how to Install U.2 SSD.

Installing U.2 SSD

1. Connect the U.2 cable to the U.2 connector on the

motherboard.

2. Connect the U.2 cable to the U.2 SSD.

3. Connect the U.2 cable to power adapter cable.

http://youtu.be/KgFvKDxymvw

U.2 SSD

U.2 Connector

U.2 Cable

Connect to power adapter cable

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M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)

Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM.

Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready for M2_1, M2_2 slots.

M2_1

M2_2

M2_3

Installing M.2 module

1. Remove the screw from

the base screw.

2. Remove the base screw.

M2_3 slot only supports PCIe 3.0 interface.

Important

Video Demonstration

Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 module.

http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA

3. Tighten the base screw

into the hole of the distance to the M.2 slot as the length your M.2 module.

4. Insert your M.2 module

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

5. Put the screw in the

notch on the trailing edge of your M.2 module and tighten it into the base screw.

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30°

Using M.2 SHIELD FROZR

This motherboard has M.2 SHIELD FROZR on the M2_1 slot for heat dissipation from the M.2 module. Before installing the M.2 module for the first time, you need to:

1. Slide the M.2 SHIELD FROZR

lock toward the back panel.

2. Lift the M.2 SHIELD FROZR

and remove the protective films from the thermal pad.

Using M.2 shield

We provide the M.2 shield on the M2_2 and M2_3 slots to help dissipate heat away from the M.2 module. Before installing the M.2 module for the first time, you need to remove the screw, lift the cover and remove the protective film and the

round rubber from the thermal pad.

Important

If you don’t need the M.2 shield, you can remove it.

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Installing the M.2 Xpander-Z

The M.2 Xpander-Z card provide two M.2 Key-M slots. To install the M.2 Xpander-Z card:

1. Remove the screws from the mounting poles.

2. Lift the M.2 Shields and remove the protective films and the round rubbers from

the thermal pads.

3. Move the mounting poles position according to your M.2 SSDs length.

4. Insert your M.2 SSDs into the M.2 slots at a 30-degree angle.

5. Push the M.2 SSDs and the M.2 Shields down and secure them onto the mounting

poles.

6. Insert the M.2 Xpander-Z into the PCIe slot.

 For 44-lane CPU - Insert it into the PCI_E3 or the PCI_E5 slot.  For 28-lane CPU - Insert it into the PCI_E2 or the PCI_E3 slot.  16-lane CPU does not support M.2 Xpander-Z.

7. Use the screw to secure the M.2 Xpander-Z.

M.2 SSD

Important

The M.2 Xpander-Z card does not work with the 16-lane CPU.

After un-installing this card, please restore the M.2 Xpander-Z to Disabled in BIOS.

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SATA1~10: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

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

SATA2

SATA1 SATA4 SATA3

SATA6

SATA5

SATA8

SATA10 SATA9

Important

Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during

transmission otherwise.

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.

M2_1, M2_2, SATA and PCI_E4 combination table

Slot Combination

M2_1 PCIe PCIe PCIe PCIe PCIe PCIe SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA

SATA1 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SATA2 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

SATA3 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

SATA4 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

M2_2 ─ ─ SATA SATA PCIe PCIe ─ ─ SATA SATA PCIe PCIe

SATA5 ✓ ✓ ─ ─ ─ ─ ✓ ✓ ─ ─ ─ ─

SATA6 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ─ ─ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ─ ─

SATA7 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ─ ─ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ─ ─

SATA8 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ─ ─ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ─ ─

PCI_E4 ─ PCIe ─ PCIe ─ PCIe ─ PCIe ─ PCIe ─ PCIe

SATA9 ✓ ─ ✓ ─ ✓ ─ ✓ ─ ✓ ─ ✓ ─

SATA10 ✓ ─ ✓ ─ ✓ ─ ✓ ─ ✓ ─ ✓ ─

(SATA : M.2 SATA SSD, PCIe: M.2 PCIe SSD, ✓: available, ─: unavailable)

SATA7

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M.2 slots with examples of various combination possibilities

1xM.2 PCIe SSD + 10xSATA HDDs

SATA2SATA2

SATA1SATA1

SATA4SATA4

SATA6SATA6

SATA8SATA8 SATA10SATA10

SATA5 SATA 3SATA3

SATA7SATA7 SATA9SATA9

M.2 PCIe

1xM.2 PCIe SSD + 1xM.2 SATA SSD + 9xSATA HDDs

M.2 PCIe

M.2 SATA

2xM.2 PCIe SSDs + 6xSATA HDDs

SATA2S ATA2

SATA1S ATA1

SATA4S ATA4

SATA3S ATA3

M.2 PCIe

SATA9

SATA10

2xM.2 PCIe SSDs + 4xSATA HDDs + 1xPCI_E4 Device

M.2 PCIe

PCI_E4

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

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

2 10

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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JFP2

1 Speaker - 2 Buzzer +

3 Buzzer - 4 Speaker +

JFP1

OC1: GAME BOOST Knob

This knob allows you to manually select a stage from number 0 (default) to number 11 (extreme) for overclocking the processor. The processor’s voltage and frequency will be automatically adjusted after you power on your computer.

GAME BOOST knob

Using GAME BOOST Knob

To setup the GAME BOOST knob, take the following steps:

1. Set the GAME BOOST knob to hardware mode in BIOS Setup.

Note: The light of this knob will be turned on to indicate that the GAME BOOST is

controller by hardware. When the light is off, it indicates that the GAME BOOST is controller by BIOS.

2. Power off the computer.

3. Rotate the GAME BOOST knob to select the overclocking stage as you desire.

Stage

4. Power on and then GAME BOOST will automatically overclock processor depending

on the stage you selected.

To disable GAME BOOST:

1. Set the GAME BOOST knob to HW mode in BIOS Setup.

2. Power off the computer.

3. Rotate the GAME BOOST knob to 0 and then power on. The configuration

parameters will be returned to default values.

i5-7640X i7-7740X i7-7800X i7-7820X i9-7900X

0 4.0 GHz 4.3 GHz 3.5 GHz 3.6 GHz 3.3 GHz 1 4.5 GHz 4.8 GHz 4.1 GHz 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz 2 4.6 GHz 4.9 GHz 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz 4.5 GHz 4 4.7 GHz 5.0 GHz 4.3 GHz 4.6 GHz 4.6 GHz 6 4.8 GHz 5.1 G Hz 4.4 GHz 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz

8 4.9 GHz 5.2 GHz 4.5 GHz 4.8 GHz 4.8 GHz 10 5.0 GHz 5.3 GHz 4.6 GHz 4.9 GHz 4.9 GHz 11 5 .1 GHz 5.4 GHz 4.7 GHz 5.0 GHz 5.0 GHz

CPU Frequency

Important

When using GAME BOOST with Core-X series processor, it is recommended to use

liquid CPU cooler with dual fan radiator for better cooling and performance.

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You can also control the GAME BOOST function in BIOS Setup or with MSI COMMAND

CENTER software.

In order to optimize performance and improve system stability, when you activate the

GAME BOOST function, please leave the settings in the BIOS > OC menu unchanged.

The success of overclocking depends on the components of your computer.

We do not guarantee the GAME BOOST overclocking range or the damages/ risks

caused by overclocking behavior.

MSI components are recommended for better compatibility when using GAME

BOOST function.

OC_RT1: OC Retry Jumper

When you close this jumper, the system will keep retrying OC items until it boot up successfully.

OC_FS1: OC Force Enter BIOS Jumper

When you close this jumper, the system will be forced access to the BIOS and skip OC failure messages .

OC_RT1

Normal (default)

OC_FS1

Normal (default)

Keep retrying OC

Force access to the BIOS and skip OC failure messages

JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper

This jumper is used for LN2 cooling solution, that provides the extreme overclocking conditions, to boot at a stable processor frequency and to prevent the system from crashing.

Normal

(default)

(Please enable this jumper

Important

Users will try extreme low temperature overclocking at their own risks. The

overclocking results will vary according to the CPU version.

Please don’t switch to Enabled when power-off or the system will be un-bootable.

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Enabled

during BIOS POST.)

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, JPWR1: Power Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.

4 2 1

CPU_PWR2

CPU_PWR1

8 4 1

1 Ground 5 +12V

2 Ground 6 +12V

3 Ground 7 +12V

4 Ground 8 +12V

1 Ground 3 +12V

2 Ground 4 +12V

1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V

2 +3.3V 14 -12V

3 Ground 15 Ground

ATX_PWR1

131

4 +5V 16 PS-ON#

5 Ground 17 Ground

6 +5V 18 Ground

7 Ground 19 Ground

8 PWR OK 20 Res

9 5VSB 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V 23 +5V

12 +3.3V 24 Ground

JPWR1

1 +12V 3 Ground

2 Ground 4 +5V

Important

Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.

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JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.

2 10

1 VCC 2 VCC

3 USB0- 4 USB1-

5 USB0+ 6 USB1+

7 Ground 8 Ground

9 No Pin 10 NC

Important

Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible

damage.

In order to recharge your iPad,iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install

MSI

SUPER CHARGER utility.

JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on the front panel.

1 10

1120

JUSB3

1 Power 11 USB2.0+

2 USB3_RX_DN 12 USB2.0-

3 USB3_RX_DP 13 Ground

4 Ground 14 USB3_TX_C_DP

5 USB3_TX_C_DN 15 USB3_TX_C_DN

6 USB3_TX_C_DP 16 Ground

7 Ground 17 USB3_RX_DP

8 USB2.0- 18 USB3_RX_DN

9 USB2.0+ 19 Power

10 NC 20 No Pin

10 11

Important

Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.

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JUSB4

Charger Port

The JUSB3 connector is a charger port which can increase USB power output for fast charging your smartphone or USB-powered devices. The Charger Port is hardware controlled by motherboard chip, it can still charge your device in suspend, hibernate state or even shutdown states. However, when you boot the computer into Windows you will need to install the MSI Charging mode.

SUPER CHARGER application to turn ON/OFF the

Video Demonstration

Watch the video to learn how to charge the smartphone with SuperCharger.

http://youtu.be/FCyvjr5NbOw

Important

When the Charging mode is enabled, the Charger Port data syncing will be disabled.

JUSB5: USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector

This connector allows you to connect USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C connector on the front panel. The connector possesses a foolproof design. When you connect the cable, be sure to connect it with the corresponding orientation.

USB Type-C Cable

JUSB5

USB Type-C port on the front panel

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CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors

Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or DC Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage. This motherboard can automatically detect PWM and DC mode. However, you can follow the instruction below to adjust the fan connector to PWM or DC Mode manually.

Automatically detect mode fan connectors

CPU_FAN1/ PUMP_

FAN1/ SYS_FAN1/

SYS_FAN4/ EXS_FAN4

Important

You can switch between PWM mode and DC mode and adjust fan speed in BIOS >

HARDWARE MONITOR.

Make sure fans are working properly after switching the PWM/ DC mode.

Pin definition of fan connectors

PWM Mode pin definition

1 Ground 2 +12V

3 Sense 4 Speed Control Signal

SYS_FAN2/ SYS_FAN3/ EXS_FAN1/

EXS_FAN2/ EXS_FAN3

DC Mode pin definition

1 Ground 2 Voltage Control

3 Sense 4 NC

T_SEN1: Thermal Sensor Connector

This connector allow you to connect the thermistor cable and use it to monitor the temperature of the detection point.

Thermistor cable

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Sense

GND

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector

This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.

2 10

1 MIC L 2 Ground

3 MIC R 4 NC

5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection

7 SENSE_SEND 8 No Pin

9 Head Phone L 10 Head Phone Detection

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable.

Normal (default)

Trigger the chassis intrusion event

Using chassis intrusion detector

1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis.

2. Close the chassis cover.

3. Go to BIOS > Settings > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.

4. Set Chassis Intrusion to Enabled.

5. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes .

6. Once the chassis cover is opened again, a warning message will be displayed on

screen when the computer is turned on.

Resetting the chassis intrusion warning

1. Go to BIOS > Settings > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.

2. Set Chassis Intrusion to Reset.

3. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes .

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JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.

2 14

1 LPC Clock 2 3V Standby power

3 LPC Reset 4 3.3V Power

5 LPC address & data pin0 6 Serial IRQ

7 LPC address & data pin1 8 5V Power

9 LPC address & data pin2 10 No Pin

11 LPC address & data pin3 12 Ground

13 LPC Frame 14 Ground

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS memory.

Keep Data (default)

Resetting BIOS to default values

1. Power off the computer and unplug the power cord

2. Use a jumper cap to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds.

3. Remove the jumper cap from JBAT1.

4. Plug the power cord and power on the computer.

Clear CMOS/ Reset BIOS

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BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch

This motherboard has two built-in BIOS ROMs (Labeled A and B, default BIOS ROM is A). If one is crashed, you can shift to the other for booting by sliding the switch.

(Default)

BIOS BBIOS A

Recovering BIOS

When BIOS updating fails or causes the computer non-bootable, you can recover the failed BIOS by the steps below. Before recovering, please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save the BIOS file to the root of the USB flash drive.

1. Power off the computer.

2. Switch to the normal BIOS ROM with Multi-BIOS switch.

3. Insert the USB flash drive into the computer.

4. Power on the computer and press Del key to enter BIOS setup during POST.

5. Select the M-FLASH tab and click on Yes to reboot the system and enter the flash

mode.

6. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS recovering process.

7. Switch to the failed BIOS ROM with Multi-BIOS switch, and click on Yes to start

recovering BIOS.

8. After the recovering process is completed, the system will reboot automatically

Important

Do not use the Multi-BIOS switch when system is booting up.

You can also use the LIVE UPDATE or Flash BIOS Button utility to flash BIOS. Please

refer to BIOS section for details.

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POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button

The Power / Reset button allows you to power on / reset the computer.

Reset

Power button

Reset button

Plus, Minus buttons: BCLK-Ratio buttons

You can use these buttons to increase or decrease the CPU BCLK/ Ratio.

BCLK+ / Ratio+

BCLK/ Ratio-

V-Check Points

These voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages. To measure voltage, place test leads on the GND and a V-Check Point. Please refer to the manual of your multimeter for more information.

GND RING CORE VCCIO VSA DRAM

CPU

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VRAID1: Virtual RAID on CPU Connector

This connector allows you to connect the VROC (Virtual RAID on CPU) key module. You need to enable the VROC function with Intel enterprise) driver.

1 GND 2 VCC3

3 GND 4 SATA_RAID_KEY

The VROC key module is purchased separately.

RSTe (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology

Important

JLED1: RGB LED connector

These connectors allow you to connect the 5050 RGB LED strips.

1 +12V 2 G

3 R 4 B

Extension cable

JLED1

5050 LED strip

Important

This connector supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B) with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V). Please keeping the LED strip shorter than 2 meters to prevent dimming.

Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the RGB LED strip.

Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip.

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Onboard LEDs

EZ Debug LED

These LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard.

CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail. DRAM - indicates DRAM is not detected or fail. VGA - indicates GPU is not detected or fail. BOOT - indicates the booting device is not detected or

fail.

PCIe x16 slot LEDs

These LED indicate the PCIe x16 slots status.

LED color PCIe slot status

Red x16 mode

PCI_E1 LED PCI_E2 LED

PCI_E3 LED PCI_E5 LED

White x8, x4, x1 mode

DIMM LEDs

These LED indicate the memory modules are installed.

XMP LED

This LED indicates the XMP (Extreme Memory Profile) mode is enabled.

DIMM LEDs

XMP LED

Onboard LEDs

Fan LEDs

These LEDs indicate the fan control mode.

CPU_FAN1 LED

PUMP_FAN1 LED SYS_FAN4 LED EXS_FAN4 LED SYS_FAN1 LED

EXS_FAN1 LED EXS_FAN2 LED EXS_FAN3 LED

SYS_FAN2 LED SYS_FAN3 LED

LED color Fan control mode

Red PWM mode Green DC mode

Fan Speed Indicators

There are a fan speed indicators on the chipset heatsink and backplane. The light will change color indicating the fan speed.

CPU_FAN1 Speed LED

PUMP_FAN1 Speed LED

LED color Fan speed

White Below 65% From white to red 65%~80% Red Above 80%

Multi-BIOS LEDs

Multi-BIOS LEDs indicate which BIOS is in operation.

JPWRLED1: LED light demonstration power input connector

This connector is used by retailers to demonstrate onboard LED lights.

BIOS B LED (White) BIOS A LED (Red)

JPWRLED1 - LED power input

Onboard LEDs

Debug Code LED

The Debug Code LED displays progress and error codes during and after POST. Refer to the Debug Code LED table for details.

Debug Code LED

Hexadecimal Character Table

Hexadecimal 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F

Debug Code LED display

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F

Boot Phases

Security (SEC) – initial low-level initialization Pre-EFI Initialization (PEI) – memory initialization Driver Execution Environment (DXE) – main hardware initialization Boot Device Selection (BDS) – system setup, pre-OS user interface & selecting a

bootable device (CD/DVD, HDD, USB, Network, Shell, …)

Debug Code LED Table

SEC Progress Codes

Power on. Reset type detection (soft/

hard)

02 AP initialization before microcode loading

System Agent initialization before

microcode loading

PCH initialization before microcode

06 Microcode loading

07 AP initialization after microcode loading

System Agent initialization after

microcode loading

09 PCH initialization after microcode loading

0B Cache initialization

SEC Error Codes

0C - 0D Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes

0E Microcode not found

0F Microcode not loaded

PEI Progress Codes

10 PEI Core is started

11 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started

Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU

12 - 14

module specific)

Pre-memory System Agent initialization

is started

Pre-Memory System Agent initialization

16 - 18

(System Agent module specific)

19 Pre-memory PCH initialization is started

Pre-memory PCH initialization (PCH

1A - 1C

module specific)

Memory initialization. Serial Presence

Detect (SPD) data reading

Onboard LEDs

Memory initialization. Memory presence

detection

Memory initialization. Programming

memory timing information

Memory initialization. Configuring

memory

2F Memory initialization (other)

31 Memory Installed

32 CPU post-memory initialization is started

CPU post-memory initialization. Cache

initialization

CPU post-memory initialization.

Application Processor(s) (AP) initialization

CPU post-memory initialization. Boot

Strap Processor (BSP) selection

CPU post-memory initialization. System

Management Mode (SMM) initialization

Post-Memory System Agent initialization

is started

Post-Memory System Agent initialization

38 - 3A

(System Agent module specific)

3B Post-Memory PCH initialization is started

Post-Memory PCH initialization (PCH

3C - 3E

module specific)

4F DXE IPL is started

PEI Error Codes

Memory initialization error. Invalid

memory type or incompatible memory speed

Memory initialization error. SPD reading

has failed

Memory initialization error. Invalid

memory size or memory modules do not match

Memory initialization error. No usable

memory detected

54 Unspecified memory initialization error

55 Memory not installed

56 Invalid CPU type or Speed

57 CPU mismatch

CPU self test failed or possible CPU

cache error

CPU micro-code is not found or micro-

code update is failed

5A Internal CPU error

5B Reset PPI is not available

5C - 5F Reserved for future AMI error codes

DXE Progress Codes

60 DXE Core is started

61 NVRAM initialization

62 Installation of the PCH Runtime Services

63 CPU DXE initialization is started

CPU DXE initialization (CPU module

64 - 67

specific)

68 PCI host bridge initialization

69 System Agent DXE initialization is started

System Agent DXE SMM initialization is

started

System Agent DXE initialization (System

6B - 6F

Agent module specific)

70 PCH DXE initialization is started

71 PCH DXE SMM initialization is started

72 PCH devices initialization

PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module

73 - 77

specific)

78 ACPI module initialization

79 CSM initialization

7A - 7F Reserved for future AMI DXE codes

Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is

started

91 Driver connecting is started

92 PCI Bus initialization is started

93 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization

94 PCI Bus Enumeration 32

95 PCI Bus Request Resources

96 PCI Bus Assign Resources

97 Console Output devices connect

98 Console input devices connect

99 Super IO Initialization

9A USB initialization is started

9B USB Reset

9C USB Detect

9D USB Enable

9E -9F Reserved for future AMI codes

A0 IDE initialization is started

A1 IDE Reset

A2 IDE Detect

A3 IDE Enable

A4 SCSI initialization is started

A5 SCSI Reset

A6 SCSI Detect

A7 SCSI Enable

Onboard LEDs

A8 Setup Verifying Password

A9 Start of Setup

AB Setup Input Wait

AD Ready To Boot event

AE Legacy Boot event

AF Exit Boot Services event

B0 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin

B1 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End

B2 Legacy Option ROM Initialization

B3 System Reset

B4 USB hot plug

B5 PCI bus hot plug

B6 Clean-up of NVRAM

Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM

settings)

B8 - BF Reserved for future AMI codes

DXE Error Codes

D0 CPU initialization error

D1 System Agent initialization error

D2 PCH initialization error

Some of the Architectural Protocols are

not available

PCI resource allocation error. Out of

Resources

D5 No Space for Legacy Option ROM

D6 No Console Output Devices are found

D7 No Console Input Devices are found

D8 Invalid password

Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage

returned error)

Boot Option is failed (StartImage

returned error)

DB Flash update is failed

DC Reset protocol is not available

S3 Resume Progress Codes

S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is

called by the DXE IPL)

E1 S3 Boot Script execution

E2 Video repost

E3 OS S3 wake vector call

E4 - E7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes

S3 Resume Error Codes

E8 S3 Resume Failed

E9 S3 Resume PPI not Found

EA S3 Resume Boot Script Error

EB S3 OS Wake Error

EC - EF Reserved for future AMI error codes

Recovery Progress Codes

Recovery condition triggered by firmware

(Auto recovery)

Recovery condition triggered by user

(Forced recovery)

F2 Recovery process started

F3 Recovery firmware image is found

F4 Recovery firmware image is loaded

F5 - F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes

Recovery Error Codes

F8 Recovery PPI is not available

F9 Recovery capsule is not found

FA Invalid recovery capsule

FB - FF Reserved for future AMI error codes

ACPI States Codes

The following codes appear after booting and the operating system into ACPI modes.

01 System is entering S1 sleep state

02 System is entering S2 sleep state

03 System is entering S3 sleep state

04 System is entering S4 sleep state

05 System is entering S5 sleep state

System is waking up from the S1 sleep

state

System is waking up from the S2 sleep

state

System is waking up from the S3 sleep

state

System is waking up from the S4 sleep

state

System has transitioned into ACPI mode.

Interrupt controller is in PIC mode.

System has transitioned into ACPI mode.

Interrupt controller is in APIC mode.

CPU Temperature

Displays current CPU temperature after

00 - 99

the system has fully booted into the OS.

Onboard LEDs

Updating LED Firmware

Updating the LED firmware can help improve lighting effect. To update LED firmware:

1. Install and launch MSI LIVE UPDATE 6.

2. Select BIOS Update.

3. Click on Scan button. If the LED firmware needs to be updated, the version of the

firmware will appear in the list.

4. Select the item in the list.

5. Click on Total installer button to download and install the firmware.

6. When the process is 100% completed, you need to restart your computer to enable

the LED firmware.

Onboard LEDs

BIOS Setup

The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal conditions. You should always keep the default settings to avoid possible system damage or failure booting unless you are familiar with BIOS.

Important

BIOS items are continuously update for better system performance. Therefore, the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be for reference only. You could also refer to the HELP information panel for BIOS item description.

The pictures in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.

Entering BIOS Setup

Please refer the following methods to enter BIOS setup.

y Press Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot

Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process.

y Use MSI FAST BOOT application. Click on GO2BIOS button and choose OK. The

system will reboot and enter BIOS setup directly.

Click on GO2BIOS

Function key

F1: General Help F2: Add/ Remove a favorite item F3: Enter Favorites menu F4: Enter CPU Specifications menu F5: Enter Memory-Z menu F6: Load optimized defaults F7: Switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode F8: Load Overclocking Profile F9: Save Overclocking Profile F10: Save Change and Reset* F12: Take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only). Ctrl+F: Enter Search page

* When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice.

BIOS Setup

Resetting BIOS

You might need to restore the default BIOS setting to solve certain problems. There are several ways to reset BIOS:

y Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults. y Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard.

Important

Be sure the computer is off before clearing CMOS data. Please refer to the Clear CMOS jumper section for resetting BIOS.

Updating BIOS

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH

Before updating: Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI

website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive. Updating BIOS:

1. Press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup during POST.

2. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.

3. Select the M-FLASH tab and click on Yes to reboot the system and enter the flash

mode.

4. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.

5. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot

automatically.

Updating the BIOS with Live Update 6

Before updating: Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the Internet connection is set

properly. Updating BIOS:

1. Install and launch MSI LIVE UPDATE 6.

2. Select BIOS Update.

3. Click on Scan button.

4. Click on Download icon to download and install the latest BIOS file.

5. Click Next and choose In Windows mode. And then click Next and Start to start

updating BIOS.

6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart

automatically.

BIOS Setup

Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS Button

1. Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from

2. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to the root of your USB flash drive

3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU

4. Plug the USB flash drive that contains the MSI.ROM file into the Flash BIOS Port

5. Press the Flash BIOS Button to flash BIOS, and the LED starts flashing.

6. The LED will be turned off when the process is completed.

the MSI

(FAT32 format).

and memory.)

on the rear I/O panel.

website.

Important

Only the FAT32 format USB flash drive supports updating BIOS by Flash BIOS Button. To check your drive, go to Windows Explorer, right click on the drive icon and go to Properties.

BIOS Setup

EZ Mode

At EZ mode, it provides the basic system information and allows you to configure the basic setting. To configure the advanced BIOS settings, please enter the Advanced Mode by pressing the Setup Mode switch or F7 function key.

XMP switch

SearchScreenshotSetup Mode switch

Language

System information

GAME BOOST switch

Information

display

M-Flash

Favorites

Hardware

Monitor

Boot device priority bar

Function buttons

y GAME BOOST switch - click on the center button to switch GAME BOOST control between software (SW) and hardware (HW) . The inner circle represents the current stage of hardware GAME BOOST and the outer circle stands for software. You can read the CPU frequency of each GAME BOOST stage by clicking on the

icon at right-

bottom corner.

Important

Please don’t make any changes in OC menu and don’t load defaults to keep the optimal performance and system stability after activating the GAME BOOST function.

y XMP switch - click on the inner circle to enable/ disable the X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Profile). Switch the outer circle to select the X.M.P. profile. This switch will only be available if the X.M.P. supported memory module is installed.

y Setup Mode switch - press this tab or the F7 key to switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode.

y Screenshot - click on this tab or the F12 key to take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).

y Search - click on this tab or the Ctrl+F keys and the search page will show. It allows you to search by BIOS item name, enter the item name to find the item listing. Move the mouse over a blank space and right click the mouse to exit search page.

Important

In search page, only the F6, F10 and F12 function keys are available.

y Language - allows you to select the language of BIOS setup.

y System information - shows the CPU/ DDR speed, CPU/ MB temperature, MB/ CPU

type, memory size, CPU/ DDR voltage, BIOS version and build date.

y Boot device priority bar - you can move the device icons to change the boot priority. The boot priority from high to low is left to right.

BIOS Setup

y Information display - click on the CPU, Memory, Storage, Fan Info and Help buttons

on left side to display related information.

y Function buttons - enable or disable the LAN Option ROM, M.2/Optane Genie, Hardcore Mode, AHCI, RAID, CPU Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by

clicking on their respective button.

 Hardcore Mode - always keep the CPU in full speed mode to maximize system

performance. This feature will increase power consumption.

y M-Flash - click on this button to display the M-Flash menu that provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive.

y Hardware Monitor - click on this button to display the Hardware Monitor menu that allows you to manually control the fan speed by percentage.

y Favorites - press the Favorites tab or the F3 key to enter Favorites menu. It allows you to create personal BIOS menu where you can save and access favorite/ frequentlyused BIOS setting items.

 Default HomePage - allows you to select a BIOS menu (e.g. SETTINGS, OC...,etc)

as the BIOS home page.

 Favorite1~5 - allows you to add the frequently-used/ favorite BIOS setting items

in one page.

 To add a BIOS item to a favorite page (Favorite 1~5)

1. Move the mouse over a BIOS item not only on BIOS menu but also on search

page.

2. Right-click or press F2 key.

3. Choose a favorite page and click on OK.

 To delete a BIOS item from favorite page

1. Move the mouse over a BIOS item on favorite page (Favorite 1~5)

2. Right-click or press F2 key.

3. Choose Delete and click on OK.

BIOS Setup

Advanced Mode

Press Setup Mode switch or F7 function key can switch between EZ Mode and Advanced Mode in BIOS setup.

XMP switch

GAME BOOST

switch

SearchScreenshotSetup Mode switch

Language

System information

Boot device priority bar

BIOS menu selection

Menu display

BIOS menu selection

y GAME BOOST switch/ XMP switch/ Setup Mode switch/ Screenshot/ Favorites/ Language/ System information/ Boot device priority bar - please refer to the descriptions of EZ Mode Overview section.

y BIOS menu selection - the following options are available:

 SETTINGS - allows you to specify the parameters for chipset and boot devices.  OC - allows you to adjust the frequency and voltage. Increasing the frequency may

get better performance.

 M-FLASH - provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive.  OC PROFILE - allows you to manage overclocking profiles.  HARDWARE MONITOR - allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages

of system.

 BOARD EXPLORER - provides the information of installed devices on this

motherboard.

y Menu display - provides BIOS setting items and information to be configured.

BIOS Setup

SETTINGS

System Status

f System Date

Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements. The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>. <day> Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. <month> The month from Jan. through Dec. <date> The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys. <year> The year can be adjusted by users.

f System Time

Sets the system time. Use tab key to switch between time elements. The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.

f SATA PortX/ M2_X/ U2_X

Shows the information of connected SATA/ M.2/ U.2 devices.

Important

If the connected SATA device is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard.

f System Information

Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory (read only).

f DMI Information

Shows system information, desktop Board Information and chassis Information. (Read only).

Advanced

f PCI Subsystem Settings

Sets PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press Enter to enter the submenu.

BIOS Setup

fPEGX - Max Link Speed [Auto]

Sets PCI Express protocol of PCIe x16 slots for matching different installed devices. [Auto] This item will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only. [Gen2] Enables PCIe Gen2 support only. [Gen3] Enables PCIe Gen3 support only.

fPCI Latency Timer [32]

Sets latency timer of PCI interface device.

[Options: 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, 248 PCI Bus clocks]

fAbove 4G memory/ Crypto Currency mining [Disabled]

Enables or disables 64-bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4G address

space. It is only available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. [Enabled] Allows you to utilize more than 4x GPUs. [Disabled] Disables this function.

f ACPI Settings

Sets ACPI parameters of onboard power LED behaviors. Press Enter to enter the submenu.

fPower LED [Blinking]

Sets shining behaviors of the onboard Power LED. [Dual Color] The power LED turns to another color to indicate the S3 state. [Blinking] The power LED blinks to indicate the S3 state.

f Integrated Peripherals

Sets integrated peripherals' parameters, such as LAN, HDD, USB and audio. Press

Enter to enter the sub-menu.

fOnboard LAN Controller [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller.

fOnboard LAN Controller2 [Enabled]

Enables or disables the second onboard LAN controller.

fLAN Option ROM [Disabled]

Enables or disables the legacy network Boot Option ROM for detailed settings. This

item will appear when Onboard LAN Controller is enabled. [Enabled] Enables the onboard LAN Boot ROM. [Disabled] Disables the onboard LAN Boot ROM.

fNetwork Stack [Disabled]

Sets UEFI network stack for optimizing IPv4 / IPv6 function. [Enabled] Enables UEFI network stack. [Disabled] Disables UEFI network stack.

BIOS Setup

fIpv4 PXE Support [Enabled]

When Enabled, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv4 protocol. This item

will appear when Network Stack is enabled. [Enabled] Enables the Ipv4 PXE boot support. [Disabled] Disables the Ipv4 PXE boot support.

fIpv6 PXE Support [Enabled]

When Enabled, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item

will appear when Network Stack is enabled. [Enabled] Enables the Ipv6 PXE boot support. [Disabled] Disables the Ipv6 PXE boot support.

fSATA Mode [AHCI Mode]

Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller. [AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced

[RAID Mode] Enables RAID function for SATA storage devices.

fM2_1/ M2_2/M2_3-RST Pcie Storage Remapping [Disabled]

Enables or disables Intel Rapid Storage Technology for M.2 PCIe devices.

fM.2/Optane Genie [Disabled]

Enables or disables Intel RST support for M.2 SSDs or Optane memory.

fSATAx Hot Plug [Disabled]

Allows user to enable or disable the SATA hot plug support. [Enabled] Enables hot plug support for the SATA ports. [Disabled] Disables hot plug support for the SATA ports.

fHD Audio Controller [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard High Deﬁnition Audio controller.

Host Controller Interface) offers some advanced features to enhance the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging.

fHPET [Enabled]

Enables or disables the HPET (High Precision Event Timers) support.

f USB Conﬁguration

Sets the onboard USB controller and device function. Press Enter to enter the submenu.

fUSB Controller [Enabled]

Enables or disables all USB controller.

fXHCI Hand-off [Diasbled]

Enables or disables XHCI hand-off support for the operating system without XHCI

hand-off feature.

BIOS Setup

fLegacy USB Support [Enabled]

Sets Legacy USB function support. [Auto] The system will automatically detect if any USB device is connected

[Enabled] Enable the USB support under legacy mode. [Disabled] The USB devices will be unavailable under legacy mode.

f Power Management Setup

Sets system Power Management of EuP2013 and AC Power Loss behaviors. Press

Enter to enter the sub-menu.

fRestore after AC Power Loss [Power Off]

Sets the system behaviors while encountering the AC power loss. [Power Off] Leaves the system in power off state after restoring AC power. [Power On] Boot up the system after restoring AC power. [Last State] Restores the system to the previous state (power on/ power off)

fSystem Power Fault Protection [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system to boot up when detecting abnormal voltage input. [Enabled] Protect the system from unexpected power operation and remain

[Disabled] Disables this function.

f Windows OS Conﬁguration

Sets Windows OS detailed configuration and behaviors. Press Enter to enter the submenu.

fWindows 10 WHQL Support [Disabled]

Enables the supports for Windows 10 or disables for other operating systems.

Before enabling this item, make sure all installed devices & utilities (hardware &

software) should meet the Windows 10 requirements. [Enabled] The system will switch to UEFI mode to meet the Windows

[Disabled] Disables this function.

and enable the legacy USB support.

before AC power loss.

the shut down status.

equirement.

fMSI Fast Boot [Disabled]

MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It will disable more devices to

speed up system boot time which is faster than the boot time of Fast Boot. [Enabled] Enables the MSI Fast Boot function to speed up booting time. And

the following Fast Boot field will be disabled and fixed.

[Disabled] Disables MSI Fast Boot.

Important

When MSI Fast Boot is enabled, you can use MSI FAST BOOT application to enter BIOS setup if needed. Please refer Entering BIOS Setup section for details.

BIOS Setup

fFast Boot [Enabled]

Enables or disables the fast boot feature for Windows 10. This item will only be

available when MSI Fast Boot is disabled. [Enabled] Enables the Fast Boot configuration to accelerate system boot time. [Disabled] Disables the Fast Boot configuration.

fSecure Boot

Sets the Windows secure boot to prevent the unauthorized accessing. Press Enter

to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when Windows 10 WHQL

Support is enabled.

fSecure Boot Support [Disabled]

Enables or disables secure boot support. [Enabled] Enables the secure boot function and allow you to set the secure

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fSecure Boot Mode [Standard]

Selects the secure boot mode. This item is to select how the secure boot keys be

loaded. This item appears when Secure Boot Support is enabled. [Standard] The system will automatically load the secure keys from BIOS. [Custom] Allows user to configure the secure boot settings and manually load

fKey Management

Manages the secure boot keys. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub-

menu will appear when Secure Boot Mode sets to Custom.

f Wake Up Event Setup

Sets system wake up behaviors for different sleep modes. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.

boot settings.

the secure keys.

fWake Up Event By [BIOS]

Selects the wake up event by BIOS or operating system. [BIOS] Activates the following items, set wake up events of these items. [OS] The wake up events will be defined by OS.

fResume By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Disables or enables the system wake up by RTC Alarm. [Enabled] Enables the system to boot up on a scheduled time/ date. [Disabled] Disables this function.

fDate (of month) Alarm/ Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm

Sets RTC alarm date/ Time. If Resume By RTC Alarm is set to [Enabled], the system

will automatically resume (boot up) on a speciﬁed date/hour/minute/second in

these ﬁelds (using the + and - keys to select the date & time settings).

BIOS Setup

fResume By PCI-E Device [Disabled]

Enables or disables the wake up function of installed PCI-E expansion cards,

integrated LAN controllers or USB devices which are supported by third party

integrated chips. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fResume By Onboard LAN [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system wake up by Onboard LAN. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fResume by USB Device [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system wake up by USB devices. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from sleep state when activity of

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fResume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 mouse. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fResume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 keyboard. [Any Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when

[Hot Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fHot Key [Ctrl+Space]

Selects a combination of keys as a hot key to wake the system. This item appears

when you set the Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard to Hot Key.

f Secure Erase+

Enables or disables Secure Erase+ function. Secure Erase+ is the best way to effectively wipe all data from a SSD. Please note that data of SSD will be erased after enabling Secure Erase+.

when activity or input signal of PCIe device is detected.

when activity or input signal of LAN device is detected.

USB device is detected.

activity of PS/2 mouse is detected.

activity of any key on PS/2 keyboard is detected.

activity of hot key on PS/2 keyboard is detected.

BIOS Setup

Boot

Sets the sequence of system boot devices.

f Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled]

Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST. [Enabled] Shows the logo in full screen.

[Disabled] Shows the POST messages.

f GO2BIOS [Disabled]

Allows system to enter BIOS setup directly by pressing the Power button for 4 sec pon bootup.

[Enabled] The system boots straight to the BIOS setup by long pressing the power

[Disabled] Disables this function.

f Bootup NumLock State [On]

Select the keyboard NumLock state upon bootup.

f Info Block effect [Unlock]

Sets the state of Help information block. [Unlock] Sliding effect.

[Lock] Fix the Help information block on the screen.

f AUTO CLR_CMOS [Disabled]

Enables or disables the CMOS data to be resumed automatically when the booting process hang-up over 5 seconds.

f Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI]

Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS installation requirement. This item will become un-selectable and will be configured automatically by BIOS when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support is enabled.

[UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only. [LEGACY+UEFI] Enables both Legacy BIOS boot mode and UEFI BIOS boot

button about 4 seconds when the system is off.

mode.

f FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities

Sets device priority for system boot.

f Boot Option Priorities

These items are used to prioritize the installed boot devices.

BIOS Setup

Security

f Administrator Password

Sets administrator password for system security. User has full rights to change the BIOS items with administrator password. After setting the administrator password, the state of this item will show Installed.

f User Password

Sets User Password for system security. User has limited rights to change the BIOS items with user password. This item will be available when administrator password is set. After setting the user password, the state of this item will show Installed.

f Password Check [Setup]

Selects a condition that will request the password. [Setup] A password will be requested for entering the BIOS Setup. [Boot] A password will be requested for booting the system.

f Password Clear [Enabled]

Enables or disables the clear CMOS behavior to clear a set password. [Enabled] The password will be erased after clear CMOS. [Disabled] The password will always be kept.

Important

When selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear on the screen. Type the password then press Enter. The password typed now will replace any previous set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to confirm the password. You may also press Esc key to abort the selection.

To clear a set password, press Enter when you are prompted to enter a new password. A message will confirm the password is being disabled. Once the password is disabled, you can enter the setup and OS without authorization.

f Trusted Computing

Sets TPM (Trusted Platform Module) function.

fSecurity Device Support [Disabled]

Enables or disables the TPM function to build the endorsement key for accessing the system.

BIOS Setup

Save & Exit

f Discard Changes and Exit

Exit BIOS setup without saving any change.

f Save Changes and Reboot

Save all changes and reboot the system.

f Save Changes

Save current changes.

f Discard Changes

Discard all changes and restore to the previous values.

f Restore Defaults

Restore or load all default values.

f Boot Override

The installed bootable devices will appear on this menu, you can select one of them to be the boot device.

BIOS Setup

Important

Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.

Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, it could void your warranty or severely damage your hardware.

If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use GAME BOOST function for easy overclocking.

f OC Explore Mode [Expert]

Enables or disables to show the normal or expert version of OC settings. [Normal] Provides the regular OC settings in BIOS setup. [Expert] Provides the advanced OC settings for OC expert to configure in BIOS

Note: We use * as the symbol for the OC settings of Expert mode.

f CPU Ratio Apply Mode [All Core]*

Sets applied mode for CPU ratio. This item only appears when a CPU that supports Turbo Boost is installed.

[All Core] Activate the CPU Ratio field. All CPU cores will run the same CPU ratio

[Per Core] Activate the X-Core Ratio Limit field. Sets each CPU core ratio

f CPU Ratio [Auto]

Sets the CPU ratio that is used to determine CPU clock speed. This item can only be changed if the processor supports this function.

f Adjusted CPU Frequency

Shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only.

setup.

that be set in CPU Ratio.

separately in X-Core Ratio Limit.

BIOS Setup

f CPU Ratio Mode [Dynamic Mode]*

Selects the CPU Ratio operating mode. This item will appear when you set the CPU ratio manually.

[Fixed Mode] Fixes the CPU ratio. [Dynamic Mode] CPU ratio will be changed dynamically according to the CPU

f CPU Ratio Offset When Running AVX [Auto]

Sets a offset value to lower the CPU core ratio. It could be helpful for heat dissipation when running AVX instruction set. If set to Auto, BIOS will configure this setting automatically. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this function.

f Ring Ratio [Auto]

Sets the ring ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.

f Adjusted Ring Frequency

Shows the adjusted Ring frequency. Read-only.

f Misc Setting*

Press Enter, + or - key to open or close the following 3 items related to CPU features.

fEIST [Enabled]*

Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel

SpeedStep Technology.

[Enabled] Enables the EIST to adjust CPU voltage and core frequency

dynamically. It can decrease average power consumption and average heat production.

[Disabled] Disables EIST.

fIntel Turbo Boost [Enabled]*

Enables or disables the Intel

Turbo Boost. This item appears when the installed

CPU supports this function.

[Enabled] Enables this function to boost CPU performance automatically above

rated specifications when system request the highest performance state.

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fEnhanced Turbo [Auto]*

Enables or disables Enhanced Turbo function for all CPU cores to boost CPU

performance. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this function. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Enabled] All CPU cores would be increased to maximum turbo ratio. [Disabled] Disables this function.

f Extreme Memory Proﬁle (X.M.P.) [Disabled]

X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Proﬁle) is the overclocking technology by memory module. Please enable XMP or select a proﬁle of memory module for overclocking the memory. This item will be available when the memory modules that support X.M.P. is installed.

f CPU Base Clock (MHz)

Sets the CPU Base clock. You may overclock the CPU by adjusting this value. Please note that overclocking behavior and stability is not guaranteed. This item appears when a CPU that support this function is installed.

BIOS Setup

f CPU Base Clock Apply Mode [Auto]*

Sets the applying mode for adjusted CPU base clock. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Next Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock at next boot. [Immediate] CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immediately.

f Direct OC Button [Enabled]

Enables or disables the base clock buttons for real time overclocking.

f Direct OC Step (MHz) [1.00]*

Sets the increase or decrease of BCLK frequency when the base clock button (+ or -) is pressed each time.

f Clockgen Features

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. Sets the detailed clockgen features.

fDynamic Frequency Control [Disabled]

Enables or disables to try different CPU BCLK under CPU loading to overclock the

system. This item will be disabled when the Dynamic Frequency Search is enabled.

fDFC Baseline (MHz) [Auto]

Sets initial BCLK for dynamic overclocking if not reach the threshold. This item will

be available when the Dynamic Frequency Control is enabled.

fThreshold 1~3 (A) [Auto]

Sets the CPU current as the threshold for Dynamic Frequency Control. When

CPU current reaches the value, it will run the Level 1/ 2/ 3 BCLK for dynamic

overclocking. These items will appear when the Dynamic Frequency Control is

enabled.

fLevel 1~3 BCLK (MHz) [Auto]

Sets the CPU BCLK for the threshold. These items will appear when the Dynamic

Frequency Control is enabled.

fDynamic Frequency Search [Disabled]

Enables or disables to run the optimized dynamic BCLK. This item will be disabled

when the Dynamic Frequency Control is enabled.

fDynamic Frequency Search Mode [Once]

Sets the search mode of the dynamic BCLK. This item will be available when the

Dynamic Frequency Search is enabled. [Once] Run once in the next system boot. [Each Power On] Run in every time when system is powered on.

fDynamic Frequency Search Step (MHz) [Auto]

Sets the increase for running the dynamic BCLK. If set to Auto, BIOS will conﬁgure

this setting automatically. This item will be available when the Dynamic Frequency

Search is enabled.

fBCLK Amplitude [Auto]

Sets the value for BCLK Amplitude for overclocking. Higher value might benefit to

get higher overclocking.

BIOS Setup

fSRC Clock Amplitude [Auto]

Sets the value for SRC clock Amplitude.

fSATA Clock Amplitude [Auto]

Sets the value for SATA clock Amplitude.

fBCLK Slew Rate [Auto]

Sets the value for BCLK Slew Rate for overclocking. The value might vary

depending on the actual overclocking scenario.

fBCLK ORT Duration [Auto]

Sets the value for BCLK ORT duration for overclocking. The value might vary

depending on the actual overclocking scenario.

f DRAM Reference Clock [Auto]*

Sets the DRAM reference clock. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU. This item appears when a CPU that supports this adjustment is installed.

f DRAM Frequency [Auto]

Sets the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed.

f Adjusted DRAM Frequency

Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only.

f Memory Try It ! [Disabled]

It improve memory compatibility or performance by choosing optimized memory preset.

f DRAM Timing Mode [Link]

Selects the memory timing mode. [Link] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing for all memory channel. [UnLink] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing for respective memory

f Advanced DRAM Conﬁguration

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the memory timing for each/ all memory channel. The system may become un-stable or un-bootable after changing memory timing. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings. (Refer to the Clear CMOS jumper/ button section to clear the CMOS data, and enter the BIOS to load the default settings.)

channel.

f Memory Fast Boot [Auto]*

Enables or disables the initiation and training for memory every booting. [Auto] The setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Enabled] System will completely keep the archives of first intiation and training

[Disabled] The memory will be initialed and trained every booting.

f DigitALL Power

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. Controls the digital powers related to CPU PWM.

BIOS Setup

for memory. So the memory will not be initialed and trained when booting to accelerate the system booting time.

f VCCIN Voltage [Auto]

Sets the CPU input voltage. The CPU input voltage is the CPU power source that is shared with components of the CPU.

f CPU Voltages control [Auto]

These options allows you to set the voltages related to CPU. If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.

f DRAM Voltages control [Auto]

These options allows you to set the voltages related to memory. If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.

f PCH Voltages control [Auto] (optional)

These options allows you to set the voltages related to PCH. If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.

f CPU Memory Changed Detect [Enabled]*

Enables or disables the system to issue a warning message during boot when the CPU or memory has been replaced.

[Enabled] The system will issue a warning message during boot and than needs to

[Disabled] Disables this function and keeps the current BIOS settings.

f CPU Speciﬁcations

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays the information of installed CPU. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F4]. Read only.

fCPU Technology Support

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu shows the key features of

installed CPU. Read only.

f MEMORY-Z

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays all the settings and timings of installed memory. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F5].

fDIMMx Memory SPD

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu displays the information of

installed memory. Read only.

f CPU Features

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.

fHyper-Threading [Enabled]

Intel Hyper-Threading technology treats the multi cores inside the processor as

multi logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously. In this way,

the system performance is highly improved. This item appears when the installed

CPU supports this technology. [Enable] Enables Intel Hyper-Threading technology. [Disabled] Disables this item if the system does not support HT function.

load the default settings for new devices.

BIOS Setup

fLimit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]

Enables or disables the extended CPUID value. [Enabled] BIOS limits the maximum CPUID input value to circumvent boot

[Disabled] Use the actual maximum CPUID input value.

fIntel Virtualization Tech [Enabled]

Enables or disables Intel Virtualization technology. [Enabled] Enables Intel Virtualization technology and allows a platform to run

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fIntel VT-D Tech [Disabled]

Enables or disables Intel VT-D (Intel Virtualization for Directed I/O) technology.

fHardware Prefetcher [Enabled]

Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher (MLC Streamer prefetcher). [Enabled] Allows the hardware prefetcher to automatically pre-fetch data

[Disabled] Disables the hardware prefetcher.

fAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]

Enables or disables the CPU hardware prefetcher (MLC Spatial prefetcher). [Enabled] Enables adjacent cache line prefetching for reducing the cache

[Disabled] Enables the requested cache line only.

fCPU AES Instructions [Enabled]

Enables or disables the CPU AES (Advanced Encryption Standard-New

Instructions) support. This item appears when a CPU supports this function.

fIntel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled]

Enables or disables the Intel adaptive thermal monitor function to protect the CPU

from overheating. [Enabled] Throttles down the CPU core clock speed when the CPU is over the

[Disabled] Disables this function.

problems with older operating system that do not support the processor with extended CPUID value.

multiple operating systems in independent partitions. The system can function as multiple systems virtually.

and instructions into L2 cache from memory for tuning the CPU performance.

latency time and tuning the performance to the specific application.

adaptive temperature.

fIntel C-State [Auto]

Enables or disables the Intel C-state. C-state is a processor power management

technology defined by ACPI. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Enabled] Detects the idle state of system and reduce CPU power consumption

[Disabled] Disable this function.

BIOS Setup

accordingly.

fC1E Support [Disabled]

Enables or disables the C1E function for power-saving in halt state. This item

appears when Intel C-State is enabled. [Enabled] Enables C1E function to reduce the CPU frequency and voltage for

[Disabled] Disables this function.

fPackage C State Limit [Auto]

This item allows you to select a CPU C-state level for power-saving when system is

idle. The options of C-state depend on the installed CPU. This item appears when

Intel C-State is enabled.

fCFG Lock [Enabled]

Lock or un-lock the MSR 0xE2[15], CFG lock bit. [Enabled] Locks the CFG lock bit. [Disabled] Un-locks the CFG lock bit.

fLong Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto]

Sets the long duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.

fLong Duration Maintained (s) [Auto]

Sets the maintaining time for Long duration power Limit(W).

fShort Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto]

Sets the short duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.

fCPU Current Limit (A) [Auto]

Sets maximum current limit of CPU package in Turbo Boost mode. When the

current is over the speciﬁed value, the CPU will automatically reduce the core

frequency for reducing the current.

fInternal VR OVP OCP Protection [Auto]

Enables or disables the over-voltage protection and over-current protection for

CPU internal VR (Voltage Regulator). [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Enabled] Enables the limitation of internal VR for over-voltage protection and

[Disabled] Disables this function for overclocking.

fInternal VR Efficiency Management [Auto]

Enables or disables the CPU internal VR efﬁciency management. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Enabled] Enables the VR effciency management for power-saving control. [Disabled] Disables this function.

power-saving in halt state.

over-current protection.

BIOS Setup

M-FLASH

M-FLASH provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Please down-load the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website, save the BIOS file into your USB flash drive. And then follow the steps below to update BIOS.

1. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.

2. Click on M-FLASH tab, a demand message will be prompted. Click on Yes to

reboot and enter the flash mode.

3. The system will enter the flash mode and a file selection menu will appear after rebooting.

4. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.

5. A message will pop-up. Please select a target BIOS ROM by switching the Multi-

BIOS switch and then clicks on OK to start the flashing process.

6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot automatically.

BIOS Setup

OC PROFILE

f Overclocking Proﬁle 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Overclocking Proﬁle 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press <Enter> to enter the submenu.

fSet Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Name the current overclocking proﬁle.

fSave Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Save the current overclocking proﬁle.

fLoad Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Load the current overclocking proﬁle.

fClear Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Clear the current overclocking profile.

f OC Proﬁle Load from ROM

Load OC proﬁle from BIOS ROM.

f OC Proﬁle Save to USB

Save OC proﬁle to the USB ﬂash drive. The USB ﬂash drive should be FAT/ FAT32 format only.

f OC Proﬁle Load from USB

Load OC proﬁle from the USB ﬂash drive. The USB ﬂash drive should be FAT/ FAT32 format only.

BIOS Setup

Software Description

Installing Windows® 10

1. Power on the computer.

2. Insert the Windows® 10 disc into your optical drive.

3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.

4. Press F11 key during the computer POST (Power-On Self Test) to get into Boot

Menu.

5. Select your optical drive from the Boot Menu.

6. Press any key when screen shows Press any key to boot from CD or DVD...

message.

7. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Windows

Installing Drivers

1. Start up your computer in Windows® 10.

2. Insert MSI

3. The installer will automatically appear and it will find and list all necessary

drivers.

4. Click Install button.

5. The software installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will

prompt you to restart.

6. Click OK button to finish.

7. Restart your computer.

Driver Disc into your optical drive.

Installing Utilities

Before you install utilities, you must complete drivers installation.

1. Insert MSI

2. The installer will automatically appear.

3. Click Utilities tab.

4. Select the utilities you want to install.

5. Click Install button.

6. The utilities installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt

you to restart.

7. Click OK button to finish.

8. Restart your computer.

Driver Disc into your optical drive.

10.

Software Description

APP MANAGER

APP MANAGER is a handy management application for integration of MSI applications and software interface. Providing easy shortcut entrance and real-time update information of all the MSI software and applications.

APP list

Total Install/ Update Motherboard Information

y APP list - shows all the applications and software be supported by this motherboard.

An icon represents a entrance to the application rather than the application itself.

 Colorful icon - a colorful icon means that the application had have been installed successfully and is available. Double click on desired icon to access the application. A refresh icon

 Gray icon - the icon with gray painting means that the application is not available and you have to install it if needed. Double click on the gray icon and the update information will show. Click on the INSTALL button to install the application.

y Motherboard Information - shows the model name of motherboard. y Total Install/ Update - click on this tab to update/ install all the applications.

shows to inform you that the application has a update version.

Important

Please note that, once you uninstall the APP MANAGER, all the MSI applications and software will be uninstalled simultaneously.

Software Description

LIVE UPDATE 6

LIVE UPDATE 6 is an application for the MSI® system to scan and download the latest drivers, BIOS and utilities. With LIVE UPDATE 6, you don’t need to search the drivers on websites, and don’t need to know the models of motherboard and graphics cards. LIVE UPDATE 6 will download the appropriate drivers automatically.

Download Options

Download List

Scan / Download / Total Installer button

System Information

Last Scanned Date

There are Live Update, History, Setting and System Information tabs at the top. You can click the tab to switch the control panel.

y Live Update - When you launch LIVE UPDATE 6, you will see the Live update tab at first. This tab allows you to select files to download. You can also read the relevant information by clicking the information icon

y History - shows the downloading history.

y Setting - allows you to specify the frequency that LIVE UPDATE 6 remind you to

update.

y System Information - displays the information of the system.

y FAQ - shows Frequently Asked Questions.

y Online Help - shows Online Help information.

on the right of the item listed.

Updating The System

This section describes how to update your system with LIVE UPDATE 6. Please follow the steps below:

Software Description

1. Select the Live Update tab.

2. Choose Automatic scan, system will automatically scan all the items and search

for the latest update files. Or you can choose Manual scan and select the items you wish to scan.

3. Click the Scan button at the bottom. It may take several moments to complete the

process.

4. When the download list appears, please select the items you intend to update.

5. Click Download button at the bottom.

6. When Save Path prompt, you can specify a download directory.

7. When downloading you will see the screen below. It may take several moments to

complete the process.

8. To install the applications, simply unpack the packages and install.

Total Installer

Total Installer is a convenient feature to simplify frequent installing procedure. To use Total Installer:

1. Scan updates in Live Update tab.

2. Check the Select All check-box you intend to update.

3. Click the Total Installer button. LIVE UPDATE 6 will automatically install them.

4. When prompted, click OK to complete the Total Installer procedure

5. Reboot your system.

Software Description

COMMAND CENTER

COMMAND CENTER is an user-friendly software and exclusively developed by MSI, helping users to adjust system settings and monitor status under OS. With the help of COMMAND CENTER, making it possible to achieve easier and efficient monitoring process and adjustments than that under BIOS. In addition, the COMMAND CENTER can be a server for mobile remote control application.

CPU TemperatureSystem Information

Feature Menu

Feature Title

Feature

Control Panel

Previous Feature

Option Buttons

Profile Buttons

y Default - load the default values for the current feature.

y Apply - apply your changes.

y Save - store values in the file with individual file extension.

y Load - load the values from the file.

Important

Every time you shut down the system, the configured setting will be restored to the factory default. If you want to use the saved settings, you have to load it every time by clicking the Load and Apply buttons.

Profile

Buttons

Next Feature

Page Indicator

Resize Corner

CPU Frequency

CPU Frequency control panel allows you to change CPU Ratio and Base clock. You can see the current frequency of each CPU core on the top of the panel.

Software Description

CPU Fan

CPU Fan control panel provides Smart mode and Manual Mode. You can switch the control mode by

clicking the Smart Mode and Manual Mode buttons on the top of the CPU Fan control panel.

y Manual Mode - allows you to manually control the CPU fan speed by percentage.

y Smart Mode - a linear fan speed control feature. The control panel contains 4 dots allows you to drag and adjust the Smart Speed slopes. The fan speed will be changed along these lines with CPU temperature. The white dot will create strip chart in real time.

y System Fan Button - to open the system fan control panel in new window.

y Fan Tune Button - to automatically optimize the smart fan setting.

CPU Voltage

CPU Voltage control panel allows you to control the CPU voltage.

Manual Mode

Smart Mode

DRAM Frequency & DRAM Voltage

y DRAM Frequency - Shows the DRAM clock, ratio

and frequency.

y DRAM Voltage - Allows you to adjust the DRAM voltage. The risky values are displayed in red.

IGP Frequency & GT Voltage

y IGP Frequency - Allows you to adjust the IGP ratio,

and shows the IGP clock, ratio and frequency.

y GT Voltage - Allows you to adjust the GT voltage. The risky values are displayed in red.

Software Description

GAME BOOST

GAME BOOST has 8 overclocking stages for you to overclock your computer. COMMAND CENTER provides the software interface instead of GAME BOOST knob on the motherboard. You can click on the center button to switch GAME BOOST control between software (SW) and hardware (HW) . The inner circle represents the current stage of hardware GAME BOOST and the outer represents software.

Option Buttons - Advanced

When click the Advanced button, The Voltage, Fan and DRAM icons will appear.

y Voltage - allows you to adjust advanced voltage values of CPU and chipset.

Fan - allows you to control the system fans speed.

DRAM - shows the current Advanced DRAM parameters, and allows you to change

the settings by selecting values from the drop-down menu on the right hand side.

Sensor - allows you to monitor your motherboard temperature and fan speed with the virtual thermal image. You can drag and drop the fan icons to new locations. When you press the Cooling button, all fans will run at full speed.

Option Buttons - Setting

When click the Setting button, The Record, Warning and Mobile Control icons will appear.

y Record - allows you to monitor the status of voltage, fan speed and temperature in

real time.

 To filter record charts, select the check box next to the items.

 When click the Play button, the chart pane will start to show the recording chart. If you want to check the value of a specific spot on chart, please move the orange vertical line to the spot.

 History Record stores the data and names with date and time.

 To make a history record: Select items and click the Record button. When finished, click the Record button again. The data will be stored in the drop-down menu.

 To load a record, click the drop-down menu and select one from the list.

 To delete a record, select the record that you want to delete, and click the Trash

Can icon.

Software Description

y Warning - contains fields of voltage, fan speed and temperature for you to set the

threshold values. When system detects the status over your settings, a warning message will pop-up.

y Mobile Control - is only available for the motherboard with the built-in WiFi module. It allows you to enable/disable the COMMAND CENTER Remote Server. Please refer to the instruction on the Mobile Control control panel.

y To start remote control: (optional)

1. Download and install MSI

COMMAND CENTER APP to your mobile device.

2. Enable COMMAND CENTER Remote Server on the Mobile Control panel.

3. Enable SoftAP Management.

4. Enter SSID and Password, and then click the Apply button.

5. Activate Wi-Fi

6. Run MSI

7. Find the IP address on the SoftAP Management Setting area, and enter the IP

address on your MSI

8. Press Refresh on the MSI

on your mobile device and connect to SoftAP with the SSID.

COMMAND CENTER APP on your mobile device.

COMMAND CENTER APP to link your system.

COMMAND CENTER APP to verify that monitoring and

OC functions are working properly.

Option Buttons - Information

When click the Information button, The Motherboard, CPU, Memory and HW monitor icons will appear.

You can click the icons to open the related information.

Gadget Mode

COMMAND CENTER provides a gadget mode to monitor the system status. You can switch between gadget mode and full mode by clicking the arrow icon

on the top left.

y To arrange gadgets:

1. Click the Spanner icon

configuration panel will slide out.

2. Select the check box next to the items.

3. Click the Close button.

on the Gadget mode, a

Software Description

GAMING APP

GAMING APP is an application designed to quickly control your system for improving gaming performance.

Remote Control Setting Button

Setting Button

Information Button

Cooler Boost

CPU Frequency

Control Mode Buttons

Gaming Function Buttons

GPU Frequency

Peripheral Device Function Buttons

y Setting Button - allows you to choose running GAMING APP when Windows starts or let GAMING APP to overwrite the VGA fan control function.

y Information Button - shows the information of this application.

y CPU Frequency - shows the current CPU frequency.

y GPU Frequency - shows the current GPU frequency.

y Control Mode Buttons

 OC Mode - apply turbo frequency to CPU and OC frequency to GPU.  Gaming Mode - automatically optimize the CPU ratio and the GPU clock.  Silent Mode - reverts the CPU ratio and GPU clock to the default values.

y Gaming Function Buttons - allows you to use LED Effect, OSD, Eye Rest and Dragon Eye functions.

y Peripheral Device Function Buttons - allows you to set the Gaming Hotkey, Mouse Master and VR Ready functions.

y Remote Control Setting Button - available for the motherboards with built-in or

discrete WiFi module. It allows you to set up Name and Password to link the android device and the motherboard. Please follow the steps below to complete the remote control setting.

1. Download and install the MSI

GAMING APP APP to your android device.

2. Set up a set of Name and Password on the Remote Control Setting panel, and

then click the Apply button.

3. Connect your android device and motherboard to the same local area network.

4. Run MSI

5. Press the Remote Control Setting icon on the MSI

GAMING APP APP on your android device.

GAMING APP APP to find the

paired device Name you set in the Remote Control Setting panel.

6. Enter the Password you set in the Remote Control Setting panel.

7. Finally, you can use the MSI

GAMING APP APP to control your motherboard with

the android device.

Software Description

OSD Setting Panel

Use the OSD setting panel to specify information within on-screen display (OSD).

y Apply Button - applies above settings to OSD.

Eye Rest

Eye Rest allows you to optimize the display on your monitor.

y EyeRest - reduces blue-light of your LED backlit screen, in order to protect your eyes.

y Gaming - automatically increase contrast ratio of your screen.

y Movie - automatically increase dynamic contrast ratio of your screen.

y Customize - allows you to adjust gamma, contrast and color balance for your screen.

y Default - loads the default settings.

Software Description

VR Ready

It will optimize the performance of your system to ensure everything is VR Ready.

VR ON/ OFF

Applications

y VR ON/ OFF -enables or disables VR settings.

y Applications - appears when you turn on the VR support. It allows you to close some

applications to optimize the system for better VR experience.

Software Description

Gaming Hotkey

Gaming Hotkey provides instant control of the system through user defined hotkeys.

Categories Toggle

Hotkey Manager

Current Hotkeys

Gaming Hotkey ON/OFF

y Gaming Hotkey ON/OFF - allows you to turn ON/OFF the Gaming Hotkey function.

y Categories Toggle - allows you to toggle over the Hotkey categories.

 Macro Genie - provides the keyboard and mouse macro record function and

allows you to define the hotkeys for the macro recorder.

1. Click on the Record button to start the keyboard and mouse macro recorder.

2. Click on the Stop button to stop the recorder.

3. Key-in a file name and set-up the parameter for the macro.

4. Finally, click on the Save button to save the recorded macro.  Windows Keys - allows you to define hotkeys to replace Windows default

keyboard shortcuts.

 Login Keys - provides hotkey login function.  MSI Smart Keys - allows you to define hotkeys for MSI Smart Keys.

y Hotkey Manager - allows you to create, edit and delete hotkeys. y Current Hotkeys - shows all existing hotkeys.

Important

The Caps Lock, Num Lock, Scroll Lock, Window Home, Application and BackSpace

keys can not be used as Hotkeys.

Some key combinations are reserved for use by Microsoft Windows and can not be

assigned as a hotkey.

Software Description

Mouse Master

Mouse Master provides mouse macro function. You can also use it to change DPI of your mouse.

Delay Time

Macro Hot Key

Mouse Action

Action List

Edit Buttons Load Button

Save Button

DPI Setting Default Button DPI Hot Key

Test Area

Clear Button

y Delay Time - allows you to apply a delay time in mouse macro. y Macro Hot Key - allows you to assign a hotkey from A to Z to activate the macro. y Mouse Action - assigns mouse actions to the macro.

 New - captures the mouse coordinate and add to the macro.  Left - add a left-click to the macro.  Middle - add a middle-click to the macro.  Left - add a left-click to the macro.

y Action List - shows the actions of the current macro. y Edit Buttons - there 3 buttons for editing the macro.

 Run - activates the macro.  Delete - removes the selected action from the macro.  Clear - removes all actions from the macro.

y Load Button - allows you to load a macro. y Save Button - allows you to save the macro to a file. y DPI Setting - allows you select the mouse DPI from the drop-down menu. y Default Button - reverts to the default DPI setting. y DPI Hot Key - allows you to assign a hotkey from A to Z to activate the DPI setting.

Please note that you muse hold the hotkey to keep the DPI setting. When you release the hotkey, the DPI setting will be reverted to default.

y Test Area - allows you to test the mouse movement. y Clear Button - clears the test area.

Software Description

X-BOOST

The MSI X-BOOST allows you to select the system performance mode to meet your current system environment or support faster storage access speed for your external storage or memory cards.

Easy

In Easy page, you can select one system performance mode to meet the current system environment.

Setting

Performance mode

Performance information

y Performance mode - moves over the mouse to any one of performance mode and

click on the ON button to enable it.

Important

The Customize mode is the default of system performance.

y Performance information - displays the system performance diagram of enabled

mode.

y Setting - enables or disables Run X-BOOST when windows starts.

Software Description

Advance

In Advance page, you can enable the USB SPEED UP, the STORAGE BOOST and VR BOOST.

Setting

Device information

y Device information - displays the information and current transfer rates/ access

speeds of USB/ storage devices.

y Setting - enables or disables Run X-BOOST when windows starts. y USB SPEED UP - supports faster data transfer rates of the USB storage devices. y STORAGE BOOST - supports faster access speed of storage device. y VR BOOST - provides the optimized settings to boost the system for better VR

experience.

y OPTANE BOOST - supports faster access speed of Intel Optane memory (require a

reboot).

Important

Please note that you can only select one mode at a time from Easy or Advance page

as MSI X-BOOST function.

The improved transfer rate/ access speed will vary with the USB/ storage device.

Software Description

MYSTICLIGHT

MYSTICLIGHT is an application allows you to control LED lights of MSI products.

Main Screen

The Main screen is used to configure what devices need to be synchronized and LED light effect options.

Sync Devices

ON/ OFF All LED

Sync Profile

Light Effect

Device Setting

Live Preview

y ON/OFF All LED - allows you to turn ON/ OFF all LED lights of sync devices. y Sync Devices - allows you to select devices to sync by clicking the device's icon on

the Sync Device bar. The lighting effect of the sync devices will be controlled by the main screen.

y Live Preview - gives you the full experience of your configuration’s look, feel while

you are editing it.

y Light Effect Options - allow you to customize lighting effect of the sync devices. y Apply Button - applies lighting effect settings. y Sync Profile - manages sets of sync device lighting effect settings.

 All Sync - all devices are synchronized to the main lighting effect settings.  Individual - all devices lighting effects are applied to their respective settings.  Profile01~03 - selected sync devices lighting effects are synchronized to the main

lighting effect settings.

y Save Button - saves sync device settings and lighting effect settings to the current

Sync Profile.

y Device Setting - switches to the other supported products.

Options

Apply Button Save Button

Software Description

Motherboard Screen

The motherboard screen is used to configure the LED light effect of the motherboard.

Sync All

Return Button

ON/ OFF All LED

Profile

LED Area

Apply Button

Save Button

Motherboard Name

Live Preview

Light Effect Options

Note: The motherboard picture and name may vary according to different models.

y Return Button - returns to the main screen. y ON/OFF All LED - allows you to turn ON/ OFF all LED lights of the motherboard. y Sync All - allows you to synchronize all LED light effect of the motherboard. y Motherboard Name - shows the name of the motherboard. y Live Preview - gives you the full experience of your configuration’s look, feel while

you are editing it.

y Light Effect Options - allow you to customize lighting effect of the sync devices. y Apply Button - applies lighting effect settings. y Profile - manages sets of motherboard LED light effect settings. y Save Button - saves sync device settings and lighting effect settings to the current

profile.

y LED Area - switches to the other LED area on the motherboard.

Software Description

100

Msi X299 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Unpacking

Safety Information

Quick Start

Preparing Tools and Components

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Connecting the Power Connectors

Power On

Specifications

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel

LAN Port LED Status Table

Audio Ports Configuration

Realtek HD Audio Manager

Installing Antennas

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

DIMM Slots

PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCIe and M2_3 slots bandwidth table

U2_1: U.2 Connector

M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)

Installing the M.2 Xpander-Z

SATA1~10: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

OC1: GAME BOOST Knob

OC_RT1: OC Retry Jumper

OC_FS1: OC Force Enter BIOS Jumper

JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, JPWR1: Power Connectors

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors

JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors

JUSB5: USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors

T_SEN1: Thermal Sensor Connector

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch

POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button

Plus, Minus buttons: BCLK-Ratio buttons

V-Check Points

VRAID1: Virtual RAID on CPU Connector

JLED1: RGB LED connector

Onboard LEDs

EZ Debug LED

PCIe x16 slot LEDs

DIMM LEDs

XMP LED

Fan LEDs

Fan Speed Indicators

Multi-BIOS LEDs

JPWRLED1: LED light demonstration power input connector

Debug Code LED

Hexadecimal Character Table

Boot Phases

Debug Code LED Table

ACPI States Codes

CPU Temperature

Updating LED Firmware

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Resetting BIOS

Updating BIOS

EZ Mode

Advanced Mode

SETTINGS

Advanced

Boot

Security