MSI X79A-GD45 User Manual

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X79A-GD45 (8D)

series MS-7760 (v2.x) Mainboard

G52-77601X4

Preface

Copyright Notice

The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNA - TIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.

Trademarks

All trademarks in this manual are properties of their respective owners.

MSI® is registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co.,Ltd.

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Realtek® is registered trademark of Realtek Semiconductor Corporation.

JMicron® is registered trademark of JMicron Technology Corporation.

Netware® is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc.

Lucid® is trademarks of LucidLogix Technologies, Ltd.

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Revision

History

 

Revision

Revision History

Date

V1.0

First release for PCB 1.X

2011/ 09

V1.1

Release for X79A-GD45 (8D) series

2011/ 11

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Technical Support

If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance.

Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com/service/download

Contact our technical staff at: http://support.msi.com

Safety Instructions

Always read the safety instructions carefully.

Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.

Keep this equipment away from humidity.

Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.

The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.

Make sure the voltage of the power source is at 110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.

Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord.

Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.

All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

Never pour any liquid into the opening that can cause damage or cause electrical shock.

If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service personnel:

The power cord or plug is damaged.

Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.

The equipment has been exposed to moisture.

The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to User’s Manual.

The equipment has been dropped and damaged.

The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.

DONOTLEAVETHISEQUIPMENTINANENVIRONMENTABOVE60oC(140oF), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.

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FCC -B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed

to provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the measures listed below.

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Notice 1

The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Notice 2

Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.

VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.

Micro-Star International

MS-7760

This device complies with Part15 ofthe FCCRules.Operationis subject tothefollowing two conditions:

1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Battery Information

European Union:

Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations.

Taiwan:

For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected separately for recycling or special disposal.

California, USA:

The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires special handling when recycled or disposed of in California.

For further information please visit: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion, if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

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Chemical Substances Information

Incompliancewithchemicalsubstancesregulations,suchastheEUREACHRegulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at:

http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html

BSMI EMI

:

使用者會被要求採取某些適當的對策。

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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement

ENGLISH

To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that...

Under the European Union (“EU”) Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of “electrical and electronic equipment” cannot be discarded

as municipal wastes anymore, and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded products that are sold into the EU. You can return these products to local collection points.

DEUTSCH

Hinweis von MSI zur Erhaltung und Schutz unserer Umwelt

Gemäß der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektround Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden. MSI hat europaweit verschiedene Sammelund Recyclingunternehmen beauftragt, die in die Europäische Union in Verkehr gebrachten Produkte, am Ende seines Lebenszyklus zurückzunehmen. Bitte entsorgen Sie dieses Produkt zum gegebenen Zeitpunkt ausschliesslich an einer lokalen Altgerätesammelstelle in Ihrer Nähe.

FRANÇAIS

En tant qu’écologiste et afin de protéger l’environnement, MSI tient à rappeler ceci...

Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux déchets des équipement électriques et électroniques, directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que les produits électriques et électroniques ne peuvent être déposés dans les décharges ou tout simplement mis à la poubelle. Les fabricants de ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI prendra en compte cette exigence relative au retour des produits en fin de vie au sein de la communauté européenne. Par conséquent vous pouvez retourner localement ces matériels dans les points de collecte.

РУССКИЙ

Компания MSI предпринимает активные действия по защите окружающей среды, поэтому напоминаем вам, что....

В соответствии с директивой Европейского Союза (ЕС) по предотвращению загрязнения окружающей среды использованным электрическим и электронным оборудованием (директива WEEE 2002/96/EC), вступающей в силу 13

августа 2005 года, изделия, относящиеся к электрическому и электронному оборудованию, не могут рассматриваться как бытовой мусор, поэтому производители вышеперечисленного электронного оборудования обязаны принимать его для переработки по окончании срока службы. MSI обязуется соблюдать требования по приему продукции, проданной под маркой MSI на территории EC, в переработку по окончании срока службы. Вы можете вернуть эти изделия в специализированные пункты приема.

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ESPAÑOL

MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda:

Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea en materia de desechos y/o equipos electrónicos, con fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005, los productos clasificados como “eléctricos y equipos electrónicos” no pueden ser depositados en los contenedores habituales de su municipio, los fabricantes de equipos electrónicos, están obligados a hacerse cargo de dichos productos al termino de su período de vida. MSI estará comprometido con los términos de recogida de sus productos vendidos en la Unión Europea al final de su periodo de vida. Usted debe depositar estos productos en el punto limpio establecido por el ayuntamiento de su localidad o entregar a una empresa autorizada para la recogida de estos residuos.

NEDERLANDS

Om het milieu te beschermen, wil MSI u eraan herinneren dat….

De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU) met betrekking tot Vervuiling van Electrische en Electronische producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in zal gaan kunnen niet meer beschouwd worden als vervuiling. Fabrikanten van dit soort producten worden verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het eind van hun levenscyclus. MSI zal overeenkomstig de richtlijn handelen voor de producten die de merknaam MSI dragen en verkocht zijn in de EU. Deze goederen kunnen geretourneerd worden op lokale inzamelingspunten.

SRPSKI

Da bi zaštitili prirodnu sredinu, i kao preduzeće koje vodi računa o okolini i prirodnoj sredini, MSI mora da vas podesti da…

Po Direktivi Evropske unije (“EU”) o odbačenoj ekektronskoj i električnoj opremi, Direktiva 2002/96/EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi koji spadaju pod “elektronsku i električnu opremu” ne mogu više biti odbačeni kao običan otpad i proizvođači ove opreme biće prinuđeni da uzmu natrag ove proizvode na kraju njihovog uobičajenog veka trajanja. MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.

POLSKI

Aby chronić nasze środowisko naturalne oraz jako firma dbająca o ekologię, MSI przypomina, że...

Zgodnie z Dyrektywą Unii Europejskiej (“UE”) dotyczącą odpadów produktów elektrycznych i elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w życie 13 sierpnia 2005, tzw. “produkty oraz wyposażenie elektryczne i elektroniczne “ nie mogą być traktowane jako śmieci komunalne, tak więc producenci tych produktów będą zobowiązani do odbierania ich w momencie gdy produkt jest wycofywany z użycia. MSI wypełni wymagania UE, przyjmując produkty (sprzedawane na terenie Unii Europejskiej) wycofywane z użycia. Produkty MSI będzie można zwracać w wyznaczonych punktach zbiorczych.

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TÜRKÇE

Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatırlatır:

Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar gibi çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların üreticileri, cihazların kullanım süreleri bittikten sonra ürünleri geri toplamakla yükümlü olacaktır. Avrupa Birliği’ne satılan MSI markalı ürünlerin kullanım süreleri bittiğinde MSI ürünlerin geri alınması isteği ile işbirliği içerisinde olacaktır. Ürünlerinizi yerel toplama noktalarına bırakabilirsiniz.

ČESKY

Záleží nám na ochraně životního prostředí - společnost MSI upozorňuje...

Podle směrnice Evropské unie (“EU”) o likvidaci elektrických a elektronických výrobků 2002/96/EC platné od 13. srpna 2005 je zakázáno likvidovat “elektrické a elektronické výrobky” v běžném komunálním odpadu a výrobci elektronických výrobků, na které se tato směrnice vztahuje, budou povinni odebírat takové výrobky zpět po skončení jejich životnosti. Společnost MSI splní požadavky na odebírání výrobků značky MSI, prodávaných v zemích EU, po skončení jejich životnosti. Tyto výrobky můžete odevzdat v místních sběrnách.

MAGYAR

Annak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük, illetve környezetvédőként fellépve az MSI emlékezteti Önt, hogy ...

Az Európai Unió („EU”) 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba lépő, az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések hulladékairól szóló 2002/96/EK irányelve szerint az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések többé nem kezelhetőek lakossági hulladékként, és az ilyen elektronikus berendezések gyártói kötelessé válnak az ilyen termékek visszavételére azok hasznos élettartama végén. Az MSI betartja a termékvisszavétellel kapcsolatos követelményeket az MSI márkanév alatt az EU-n belül értékesített termékek esetében, azok élettartamának végén. Az ilyen termékeket a legközelebbi gyűjtőhelyre viheti.

ITALIANO

Per proteggere l’ambiente, MSI, da sempre amica della natura, ti ricorda che….

In base alla Direttiva dell’Unione Europea (EU) sullo Smaltimento dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici, Direttiva 2002/96/EC in vigore dal 13 Agosto 2005, prodotti appartenenti alla categoria dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici non possono più essere eliminati come rifiuti municipali: i produttori di detti materiali saranno obbligati a ritirare ogni prodotto alla fine del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del loro ciclo di vita. È possibile portare i prodotti nel più vicino punto di raccolta

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Contents

Copyright

Notice

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Trademarks

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Revision

History

ii

Technical

Support

iii

Safety Instructions

iii

FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

iv

Battery Information

v

Chemical Substances Information

v

BSMI EMI

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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement

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Chapter 1 Getting Started

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Packing Contents 1-2 Optional Accessories 1-2 Assembly Precautions 1-3 Mainboard Specifications 1-4 Connectors Quick Guide 1-6 Back Panel Quick Guide 1-8 Mounting Screw Holes 1-14 Power Supply 1-15 Memory 1-16 Expansion Slots 1-20 Video/ Graphics Cards 1-21 Internal Connectors 1-26 Buttons 1-34 Jumpers 1-36 Switch 1-37 LED Status Indicators 1-38

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 2-1

Entering 2-2 Overview 2-2 Boot device priority bar 2-3 Operation 2-4 SETTINGS 2-5 OC 2-10 ECO 2-16

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BROWSER 2-17 Installing Winki 2-17 UTILITIES 2-18 Updating the BIOS with Live Update 2-20 SECURITY 2-21

Appendix A Realtek Audio A-1

Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver A-2 Software Configuration A-3 Hardware Default Setting A-5

Appendix B Intel RAID B-1

Introduction B-2 Using Intel RSTe Option ROM B-3 Installing Driver B-9 Degraded RAID Array B-11

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Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the X79A-GD45 (8D) Series (MS-7760 v2.X) ATX mainboard. The Series mainboards are based on Intel® X79 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA2011 processor, the X79A-GD45 (8D) Series mainboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.

Getting Started

Packing Contents

Mainboard

Driver / Utility

User Guide

Back IO Shield

DVD

 

 

 

SATA Cable

Optional Accessories

USB 2.0

USB 3.0

SATA Power

M-Connector

Bracket

Bracket

Cable

 

CrossFire

SLI Cable

eSATA

eSATA Power

Cable

Bracket

Cable

 

*These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice.

*The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased.

*If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dealer.

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Assembly Precautions

■ 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.

 

■ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet

 

before installing or removing any computer component.

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■ Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause

discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object before han-

the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.

 

■ Hold the mainboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.

 

■ It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling

 

the mainboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not available,

 

dling the mainboard.

 

■ Store the mainboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an antistatic pad

 

whenever the mainboard is not installed.

 

■ Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal com-

 

ponents on the mainboard or anywhere within the computer case.

 

■ Do not use the computer in a high-temperature environment.

 

■ Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause perma-

 

nent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.

 

■ If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer tech-

 

nician.

 

Important

A screwdriver (not included) may be required for computer assembly.

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Mainboard Specifications

Processor Support

2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processors in an LGA 2011 socket (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support)

Chipset

■ Intel® X79 chipset

Memory Support

8x DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 2400*(OC)/ 2133*(OC)/ 1800*(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 DRAM (128GB Max)

Supports Quad-Channel mode, two DIMMs per channel

(*OC = OverClocking, for more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report)

LAN

■ Supports LAN 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Intel® 82579

Audio

Integrated HD audio codec by Realtek® ALC892

8-channel audio with jack sensing

SATA

2x SATA 6Gb/s ports (SATA1~2) by Intel® X79

4x SATA 3Gb/s ports (SATA3~6) by Intel® X79

RAID

SATA1~2 support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (AHCI/ RAID 0/ 1)

SATA3~6 support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (AHCI/ RAID 0/ 1/ 5/ 10)

USB 3.0

2x USB 3.0 rear IO ports by NEC D720200

1x USB 3.0 onboard connector by NEC D720200

Multi-GPU

Supports ATI® CrossFireX™ Technology

Supports NVIDIA® SLI™ Technology

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Connectors & Buttons & Switch

Back panel

-1x PS/2 keyboard port

-1x PS/2 mouse port

-1x Clear CMOS button

-1x Coaxial S/PDIF-out port

-1x Optical S/PDIF-out port

-6x USB 2.0 ports

-2x USB 3.0 ports

-1x LAN port

-6x audio ports

On-Board

-2x USB 2.0 connectors

-1x USB 3.0 connector

-1x TPM Module connector

-1x Serial Port connector

-1x Front Panel Audio connector

-1x Chassis Intrusion connector

-1x Power button

-1x OC Genie button

-1x Multi BIOS switch

-1x MultiConnect Panel connector (optinoal)

-1x Voice Genie connector (optional)

Slots

3x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (PCI_E1, PCI_E4, PCI_E6)

-PCI_E1 & PCI_E4 support up to PCIe 3.0 x16 speed

-PCI_E6 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x8 speed

2x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots (PCI_E2, PCI_E5)

-PCI_E2 & PCI_E5 support up to PCIe 2.0 x1 speed

1x PCIe 2.0 x1 slot

Form Factor

■ ATX (24.4 cm X 30.5 cm)

Mounting Screw Holes

■ 9x mounting holes

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Getting Started

Connectors Quick Guide

Back Panel

SYSFAN4

PCI_E1

PCI_E2

SYSFAN1

PCI_E3

PCI_E4

PCI_E5

PCI_E6

JAUD1

 

JPWR2

CPU

 

SYSFAN2

CPUFAN1

DIMM1~4

 

SYSFAN3

DIMM5~8

 

JTURBO1

 

JPWR1

 

JCOLD1, JCOLD2

 

MULTI_BIOS_SWITCH

 

SATA1/ 2

 

SATA3/ 4

BATT +

SATA5/ 6

JCI1

 

 

JPWR3

 

JBAT1

 

JUSB2

 

JUSB3

JUSB1

JCOM1

JFP1

JTPM1

JFP2

JDLED3

OC1

POWER1

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Connectors Reference Guide

Port Type

Port Name

Page

CPU

LGA2011 CPU Socket

1-10

CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~4

Fan Power Connectors

1-27

DIMM1~8

DDR3 Memory Slots

1-16

JAUD1

Front Panel Audio Connector

1-31

JBAT1

Clear CMOS Jumper

1-36

JCI1

Chassis Intrusion Connector

1-30

JCOLD1, JCOLD2

Low Temperature Booting Jumpers

1-36

JCOM1

Serial Port Connector

1-32

JDLED3

Voice Genie Connector

1-32

JFP1, JFP2

Front Panel Connectors

1-28

JPWR1

ATX 24-pin Power Connector

1-15

JPWR2

ATX 8-pin Power Connector

1-15

JPWR3

ATX 4-pin Power Connector

1-15

JTPM1

TPM Module Connector

1-31

JTURBO1

MultiConnect Panel Connector

1-32

JUSB1

USB 3.0 Expansion Connector

1-30

JUSB2, JUSB3

USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors

1-29

MULTI_BIOS_SWITCH

Multi BIOS Switch

1-37

OC1

OC Genie Button

1-34

PCI_E1~E6

PCIe Expansion Slot

1-20

POWER1

Power Button

1-35

SATA1~6

SATA Connector

1-26

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Back Panel Quick Guide

Clear CMOS button

Mouse

Coaxial

USB 2.0 Port

LAN

 

S/PDIF-Out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Line-In RS-Out

 

 

 

Line-Out CS-Out

 

 

 

Mic

SS-Out

Keyboard

Optical

USB 3.0 Port

 

S/PDIF-Out

 

Mouse/Keyboard

A combination PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.

Clear CMOS Button

There is CMOS RAM present on board that is powered by an external battery to store system configuration data. Using CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on. If you wish to clear the system configuration, press the button to clear the data.

Coaxial S/PDIF-Out

This S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) connector is provided for digital audio transmission to external speakers through a coaxial cable.

Optical S/PDIF-Out

This S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) connector is provided for digital audio transmission to external speakers through an optical fiber cable.

USB 2.0 Port

The USB 2.0 port is for attaching USB 2.0 devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB 2.0-compatible devices.

USB 3.0 Port

USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed).

Important

In order to use USB 3.0 devices, you must connect to a USB 3.0 port. If a USB cable is used, it must be USB 3.0 compliant.

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LAN

 

 

 

 

The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Yellow

Green/ Orange

Local Area Network (LAN).

 

 

LED

Color

LED State

Condition

 

Left

Yellow

Off

LAN link is not established.

 

 

 

On(Steady)

LAN link is established.

 

 

 

On(flashing)

The computer is communicating with another computer on the network.

Right

Green

Off

10 Mbits/sec data rate

 

 

 

On

100 Mbits/sec data rate

 

 

Orange

On

1000 Mbits/sec data rate

 

Audio Ports

These connectors are used for audio devices. The color of the jack refers to the function of the connector.

Blue-Line in: Used for connecting external audio outputting devices.

GreenLine out: Used as a connector for speakers or headphone.

PinkMic: Used as a connector for a microphone.

Black- RS-Out: Rear surround sound line out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.

Orange- CS-Out: Center/ subwoofer line out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.

Gray- SS-Out: Side surround sound line out in 7.1 channel mode.

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CPU: LGA2011 CPU Socket

Introduction to the LGA2011 CPU

The surface of the LGA2011 CPUhasfouralignmentkeys andayellowtriangletoassist incorrectlylininguptheCPU for mainboard placement. The yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.

Alignment Key

Yellow triangle is the

Pin 1 indicator

Important

Overheating

Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and mainboard. 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.

Replacing the CPU

When replacing the CPU, always turn off the system’s power supply and unplug the power supply’s power cord to ensure the safety of the CPU.

Overclocking

This mainboard 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 recommend. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.

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CPU & Cooler Installation

When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU cooler. A CPU cooler is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and CPU cooler installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the mainboard.

1.Open hinge lever. You can identify the hinge lever as below shown, it with a interlocking feature on the other end.

2.Open active lever.

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3.Open the load plate by pushing down on the hinge lever.

4.Grasp the tab, only it has risen away from the socket, open load plate to full open position.

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5.Line up the CPU to fit the CPU socket. Be sure to hold the CPU by the base with the metal contacts facing downward. The alignment keys on the CPU will line up with the edges of the CPU socket to ensure a correct fit.

6.Carefully close the load plate and remove the plastic protective cap.

Alignment Key

7.Close the active lever with a smooth uniform motion and latch to the socket.

8.Close the hinge lever with a smooth uniform motion and latch to the socket.

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9.Evenly spread a thin layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) on the top of the CPU. This will help in heat dissipation and prevent CPU overheating.

10.Locate the CPU fan connector on the mainboard.

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11.Place the heatsink on the mainboard with the fan’s wires facing towards the fan connector and the screws matching the holes on the socket.

12.Using a screwdriver tighten the four captive screws (9 inch-pounds).

13.Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the mainboard.

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Mounting Screw Holes

When installing the mainboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for a mainboard onngithe mounting plate in your computer case. If there is an I/O back plate

that came with the computer case, please replace it with the I/O backplate that came with the mainboardtoward package. The I/O backplate should snap easily into the computer case without the need for any screws. Align the mounting plate’s mounting stands with thi the screw holes on the mainboard and secure the mainboard with the screws provided

with yourthecomputer case. The locations of the screw holes on the mainboard are shown

below. For more information, please refer to the manual that came with the computer

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To prevent damage to the mainboard, any contact between the mainboard circuitry and the computer case, except for the mounting stands, is prohibited.

Please make sure there are no loose metal components on the mainboard or within the computer case that may cause a short circuit of the mainboard.

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Power Supply

JPWR1: ATX 24-pin Power Connector

This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX 24-pin power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into the connector. If done correctly, the clip on the power cable should be hooked on the mainboard’s power connector.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Memory

DIMM1~8: DDR3 Memory Slots

These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report

DIMM1

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DIMM4

DIMM8

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DIMM6

DIMM5

Up to Quad-Channel mode

This mainboard supports up to four memory channels. Two DIMM slots provide a single channel. The memory modules can transmit and receive data with four data bus channels simultaneously to enhance system performance. Please refer the following tables for more details.

 

Defined Channel list

Channel

DIMM Slot

Channel A

DIMM1, DIMM2

Channel B

DIMM3, DIMM4

Channel C

DIMM5, DIMM6

Channel D

DIMM7, DIMM8

Important

DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR2, and the DDR3 standard is not backward compatible. Always install DDR3 memory modules in DDR3 DIMM slots.

Always insert memory modules in the DIMM1 slot first.

Due to chipset resource usage, the system will only detect up to 127+ GB of memory (not full 128 GB) when all DIMM slots have 16GB memory modules installed.

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Installing Memory Modules

1.

Unlock the DIMM slot by pushing the mounting clip to the side. Vertically insert the

 

memory module into the DIMM slot. The memory module has an off-center notch on

 

the bottom that will only allow it to fit one way into the DIMM slot.

2.

Push the memory module deep into the DIMM slot. The plastic clip at one side of

 

the DIMM slot will automatically close when the memory module is properly seated

 

and an audible click should be heard.

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side clip.

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