Msi X470 User Manual

Unpacking

Thank you for buying the MSI® X470 GAMING PRO CARBON AC/ X470 GAMING PRO

CARBON 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

1 to 2 LED Extension Y

Cable 80cm x1

Drivers & Utilities

Disc

SATA Cable x2

CORSAIR RGB LED

Extension

Cable 50cm x1

Motherboard User

Guide

SLI Bridge Connector

Rainbow RGB LED

Extension Cable 80cm x1

Unpacking

SATA Cable Labels

Case Badge

Antenna x2

(optional)

M.2 Screw x1

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

AMD® AM4 CPU

DDR4 Memory

SATA DVD Drive

CPU Fan

Chassis

SATA Hard Disk Drive

Thermal Paste

Power Supply Unit

Graphics Card

Quick Start

Phillips Screwdriver

A Package of Screws

Installing a Processor

https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc

Quick Start

Important

If you are installing the screw-type CPU heatsink, please follow the figure below to remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink.

Quick Start

Installing DDR4 memory

http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs

DIMMB2 DIMMB2

DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2

DIMMB1

DIMMA1

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

BAT1

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

Processor with integrated graphics

Quick Start

Connecting the Power Connectors

http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4

ATX_PWR1

CPU_PWR1~2

Quick Start

Power On

Quick Start

Contents

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

Safety Information ................................................................................................. 3

Quick Start ............................................................................................................. 4

Preparing Tools and Components .......................................................................... 4

Installing a Processor ............................................................................................. 5

Installing DDR4 memory ........................................................................................ 7

Connecting the Front Panel Header ....................................................................... 8

Installing the Motherboard ..................................................................................... 9

Installing SATA Drives........................................................................................... 10

Installing a Graphics Card .................................................................................... 11

Connecting Peripheral Devices ............................................................................ 12

Connecting the Power Connectors ....................................................................... 13

Power On............................................................................................................... 14

Specifications ....................................................................................................... 17

JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification .................................................................... 22

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

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

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

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

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

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

Processor Socket .................................................................................................. 30

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

PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots .......................................................................... 32

M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 35

SATA1~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 36

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 36

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ................................................... 37

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors ............................................................................. 38

JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors ................................................................... 38

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors ................................... 39

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................40

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ....................................................................... 40

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ........................................................................... 41

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 41

JRGB1~2, JRAINBOW1: RGB LED connectors ..................................................... 42

JCORSAIR1: CORSAIR Connector ........................................................................ 43

Contents

Onboard LEDs ...................................................................................................... 44

DIMM LEDs ........................................................................................................... 44

PCIe x16 slot LEDs................................................................................................ 44

XMP LED ............................................................................................................... 44

EZ Debug LED ....................................................................................................... 45

BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 46

Entering BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 46

Resetting BIOS ...................................................................................................... 47

Updating BIOS ....................................................................................................... 47

System Status ....................................................................................................... 48

Advanced ............................................................................................................... 49

OC .......................................................................................................................... 54

M-FLASH .............................................................................................................. 59

Security ................................................................................................................. 60

Boot ....................................................................................................................... 62

Save & Exit ............................................................................................................ 63

Software Description ........................................................................................... 64

Installing Windows® 10 ......................................................................................... 64

Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 64

Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 64

APP MANAGER ..................................................................................................... 65

LIVE UPDATE 6 ...................................................................................................... 66

COMMAND CENTER ............................................................................................. 68

GAMING APP ......................................................................................................... 72

X-BOOST ............................................................................................................... 77

MYSTIC LIGHT ....................................................................................................... 79

MYSTIC LIGHT PARTY ........................................................................................... 83

SMART TOOL ......................................................................................................... 87

GAMING LAN MANAGER ...................................................................................... 89

Nahimic 2.5 ........................................................................................................... 91

AMD RAID Configuration ..................................................................................... 96

Enabling RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility .......................................................... 96

Initializing Disks ................................................................................................... 97

Creating Arrays ..................................................................................................... 98

Deleting Arrays ..................................................................................................... 99

Installing RAID Driver ......................................................................................... 100

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 101

Regulatory Notices ............................................................................................ 102

Contents

Specifications

Supports 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD

CPU

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

Chipset AMD

y4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB*

Memory

yDual channel memory architecture ySupports non-ECC UDIMM memory ySupports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode)

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

y 2x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (PCI_E1, PCI_E3)

Expansion Slots

y 1x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (PCI_E5, supports x4 mode)* y 2x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots

* PCI_E5 slot will be unavailable when installing M.2 PCIe SSD in M2_2 slot.

Ryzen™/ Ryzen™

Ryzen™

X470 Chipset

Supports 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667Mhz (by JEDEC)* Supports 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466 MHz

(by A-XMP OC MODE)*

 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD

Ryzen™ processors x16/ x0,

x8/ x8 modes

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

AMD

Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics processors

support x8/ x0 mode

 Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processor

supports x4/ x0 mode

Onboard Graphics

y 1x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of

4096x2160@30Hz, 2560x1600@60Hz*

y 1x DisplayPort, support a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60Hz, 2560x1600@60Hz, 3840x2160@60Hz, 1920x1200@60Hz*

* Only support when using Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics, 2nd Gen AMD® Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics and Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors

* Maximum shared memory of 2048 MB

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Speciﬁcations

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Multi-GPU

Storage

RAID

USB

y 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD

 Supports up to 3-Way AMD  Supports 2-Way NVIDIA

y Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics, 2nd Gen AMD

Ryzen™ processors

CrossFire™ Technology

SLI™ Technology

Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics and Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors

 Supports 2-Way AMD

y 8x SATA 6Gb/s ports* (from AMD

CrossFire™ Technology

X470 Chipset)

y 2x M.2 slots (Key M)*

 M2_1 slot (from AMD x4 (1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD

processor) supports PCIe 3.0

Ryzen™, Ryzen™ with

Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics) or PCIe 3.0 x2 (Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics) 2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110 storage devices

 M2_2 slot (from AMD

X470 Chipset) supports PCIe 2.0

x4 and SATA 6Gb/s 2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices**

* SATA3 port will be unavailable when installing SATA M.2 SSD in M2_2 slot. ** PCI_E5 slot will be unavailable when installing M.2 PCIe SSD in M2_2 slot.

AMD

X470 Chipset

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

devices

y AMD

X470 Chipset

 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C port

on the back panel

 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-A port

on the back panel

 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports available

through the internal USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors

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

y AMD

CPU

 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) Type-A ports on the back panel

LAN y 1x Intel

Speciﬁcations

I211AT Gigabit LAN controller

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WiFi & Bluetooth

(optional)

Audio

Back Panel Connectors

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y Intel

Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168

 Supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band (2.4GHz, 5GHz) up to 433 Mbps speed.

 Supports Dual Mode Bluetooth

2.1,2.1+EDR,3.0,4.0,BLE,4.2

 1 x M2_3 slot with E key (Wi-Fi mode)

y Realtek

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

y 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port y 2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports y 1x DisplayPort y 1x HDMI

™

port

y 2x WiFi Antenna connectors (X470 GAMING PRO CARBON

AC)

y 1x Clear CMOS button y 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports y 1x LAN (RJ45) port y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A port y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port y 5x OFC audio jacks y 1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector

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Speciﬁcations

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y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector y 2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors y 8x SATA 6Gb/s connectors y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) y 2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (support additional 4 USB 3.1

Gen1 ports)

y 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector y 1x 4-pin water-pump-fan connector

Internal Connectors

I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6795D Controller Chip

Hardware Monitor

y 4x 4-pin system fan connectors y 1x TPM module connector y 1x Front panel audio connector y 2x System panel connectors y 1x Chassis Intrusion connector y 1x Clear CMOS jumper y 2x 5050 RGB LED strip 12V connectors (JRGB1~2) y 1x WS2812B Individually Addressable RGB LED strip 5V

connector (JRAINBOW1)

y 1x CORSAIR connector (JCORSAIR1)

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

Speciﬁcations

Form Factor

BIOS Features

y ATX Form Factor y 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

y 1x 128 Mb flash y UEFI AMI BIOS y ACPI 6.1, SM BIOS 2.8 y Multi-language

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Software

Special Features

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y Drivers y APP MANAGER y COMMAND CENTER y LIVE UPDATE 6 y SUPER CHARGER y X-BOOST y SMART TOOL y GAMING APP y MYSTIC LIGHT y GAMING LAN MANAGER y Nahimic Audio y Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) y CPU-Z MSI GAMING

™

y Norton y Google Chrome

Internet Security Solution

™

, Google Toolbar, Google Drive

y Audio

 Audio Boost 4  Nahimic 2.5  Voice Boost

y Network

 GAMING LAN with Gaming LAN Manager  Intel WiFi (optional)

y Fan

 Pump Fan  GAMING Fan Control

y LED

 Mystic Light  Mystic Light Extension (RGB)  Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW)  Mystic Light Extension(CORSAIR)  Mystic light SYNC  EZ DEBUG LED

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Speciﬁcations

Special Features

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y Storage

 Twin Turbo M.2

y Protection

 PCIe Steel Armor  DDR4 Steel Armor  M.2 Shield  Audio Cover

y Performance

 Multi GPU-SLI Technology  Multi GPU-CrossFire Technology  DDR4 Boost  GAME Boost  USB with type A+C  AMD Turbo USB 3.1 Gen 2

y Stability

 7000+ Quality Test

y VR

 VR Ready

y Gamer Experience

 GAMING HOTKEY  GAMING MOUSE Control

y Certification

 GAMING Certified

JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification

Supporting CORSAIR RGB Products Maximum connection

Lighting PRO RGB LED Strip 7 HD RGB Fan 6 SP RGB Fan 6 LL RGB Fan 5

Speciﬁcations

Block Diagram

HDMI DisplayPort

2 Channel DDR4 Memory

CPU

4 x USB 3.1 Gen1

PCI Express Bus

PCIe x16 slot

1 x M.2

8 x SATA 6Gb/s

NV6795

Super I/O

PS/2 Mouse / Keyboard

SwitchSwitch

PCI Express Bus

6 x USB 2.0

PCIe

CHIPSET

Audio Jacks

4 x USB 3.1 Gen1

Realtek

ALC1220

1 x M.2

2 x USB 3.1 Gen2

PCIe x1 slot

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel

PS/2

DisplayPort

Wi-Fi Antenna connectors (optional)

USB 3.1 Gen1

Audio Ports

LAN

USB 3.1 Gen2

Optical S/PDIF-Out

Type-A

USB 2.0

Clear CMOS button

USB 3.1 Gen2

Type-C

y Clear CMOS button - Power off your computer. Press and hold the Clear CMOS

button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to default values.

LAN Port LED Status Table

Link/ Activity LED

Status Description

Off No link

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 Strings

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 (optional)

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

2. Orient the antennas.

Rear I/O Panel

Overview of Components

Processor Socket

CPU_PWR2

CPU_PWR1

JRGB2

CPU_FAN1

DIMMA1

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

DIMMB2

JCORSAIR1

PUMP_FAN1

SYS_FAN3

ATX_PWR1

SYS_FAN1

PCI_E1

M2_1

PCI_E2

PCI_E3

PCI_E4

M2_2

PCI_E5

JAUD1

JRGB1

JTPM1

SYS_FAN2

JCI1

BAT1

JUSB1

JUSB2

JUSB3

SATA2

SATA1

SYS_FAN4

JBAT1

JUSB4

SATA▼7▲8

SATA▼5▲6

SATA▼3▲4 JRAINBOW1

JFP2 JFP1

Overview of Components

Component Contents

Port Name Port Type Page

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4 Fan Connectors 39

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1 Power Connectors 37

DIMMA1, DIMMA2, DIMMB1, DIMMB2 DIMM Slots 31

JAUD1 Front Audio Connector 40

JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper 41

JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 40

JCORSAIR1 CORSAIR Connector 43

JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors 36

JRGB1~2, JRAINBOW1 RGB LED connectors 42

JTPM1 TPM Module Connector 41

JUSB1~2 USB 2.0 Connectors 38

JUSB3~4 USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors 38

M2_1~2 M.2 Slots (Key M) 35

PCI_E1~5 PCIe Expansion Slots 32

Processor Socket AM4 socket 30

SATA1~8 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors 36

Overview of Components

Processor Socket

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

53.43 mm

Introduction to the AM4 CPU

The surface of the AM4 CPU has a yellow triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.

Important

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

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

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

the CPU.

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.

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

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