Thank you for buying the MSI® Z370 PC PRO motherboard. Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
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Motherboard
I/O Shield
SATA Cable x2
Unpacking 1
yThe components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly.
yEnsure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
yHold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
yIt 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.
yStore the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.
yBefore turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
yDo not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
yIf you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer technician.
yAlways turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.
yKeep this user guide for future reference.
yKeep this motherboard away from humidity.
yMake sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
yPlace the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord.
yAll cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
yIf 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.
yDo not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage the motherboard.
2 Safety Information
Intel® LGA 1151 CPU |
CPU Fan |
Thermal Paste |
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DDR4 Memory
Power Supply Unit
Chassis
SATA DVD Drive |
SATA Hard Disk Drive |
Graphics Card |
Phillips Screwdriver |
A Package of Screws |
Quick Start 3
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Contents |
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Unpacking.............................................................................................................. |
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Safety Information................................................................................................. |
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Quick Start ............................................................................................................. |
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Preparing Tools and Components.......................................................................... |
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Installing a Processor............................................................................................. |
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Installing DDR4 memory ........................................................................................ |
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Connecting the Front Panel Header....................................................................... |
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Installing the Motherboard..................................................................................... |
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Installing SATA Drives............................................................................................. |
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Installing a Graphics Card ...................................................................................... |
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Connecting Peripheral Devices ............................................................................ |
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Connecting the Power Connectors....................................................................... |
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Power On............................................................................................................... |
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Specifications....................................................................................................... |
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Block Diagram .................................................................................................... |
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Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... |
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LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... |
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Realtek HD Audio Manager .................................................................................. |
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Overview of Components .................................................................................... |
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CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... |
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DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ |
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PCI_E1~5, PCI1: PCIe/ PCI Expansion Slots ........................................................ |
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M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... |
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SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... |
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JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... |
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CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ....................................................... |
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JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. |
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JUSB1, JUSB2: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors........................................................... |
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JUSB3, JUSB4: USB 2.0 Connectors.................................................................... |
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CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors................................... |
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JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ |
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JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... |
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JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... |
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JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... |
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JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector ........................................................................... |
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JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector ...................................................... |
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JRGB1: RGB LED connector................................................................................. |
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Contents 13
EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... |
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BIOS Setup........................................................................................................... |
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Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. |
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Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... |
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Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... |
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EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ |
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Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... |
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SETTINGS.............................................................................................................. |
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Advanced............................................................................................................... |
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Boot....................................................................................................................... |
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Security................................................................................................................. |
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Save & Exit............................................................................................................ |
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OC.......................................................................................................................... |
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M-FLASH .............................................................................................................. |
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OC PROFILE.......................................................................................................... |
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HARDWARE MONITOR.......................................................................................... |
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Software Description........................................................................................... |
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Installing Windows® 10......................................................................................... |
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Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. |
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Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. |
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APP MANAGER ..................................................................................................... |
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LIVE UPDATE 6...................................................................................................... |
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COMMAND CENTER ............................................................................................. |
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X-BOOST ............................................................................................................... |
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MYSTICLIGHT........................................................................................................ |
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MSI SMART TOOL ................................................................................................. |
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RAMDISK............................................................................................................... |
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NETWORK MANAGER........................................................................................... |
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Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility................................................................................ |
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CPU-Z.................................................................................................................... |
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RAID Configuration.............................................................................................. |
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Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM ........................................... |
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Degraded RAID Array ........................................................................................... |
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M.2 PCIe SSD RAID............................................................................................... |
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Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration .............................................................. |
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System Requirements ......................................................................................... |
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Installing the Intel® Optane™ memory ................................................................ |
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Removing the Intel® Optane™ memory ............................................................... |
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Troubleshooting.................................................................................................... |
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Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. |
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14 Contents
CPU |
Supports 8th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors, and Intel® |
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Chipset |
Intel® Z370 Express Chipset |
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y4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB |
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ySupports DDR4 4000+(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ |
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3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Memory |
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ySupports Dual-Channel mode |
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ySupports non-ECC, un-buffered memory |
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ySupports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) |
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y2x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (supports x16/x4 mode)* |
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y3x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots** |
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y1x HDMI™ port, supports a maximum resolution of |
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Multi-GPU |
ySupports 2-Way AMD® CrossFire™ Technology |
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Specifications 15
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y6x SATA 6Gb/s ports* |
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y2x M.2 slots (Key M) |
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Support up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s |
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Support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe U.2 SSD with Turbo U.2 Host |
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Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready for all M.2 slots*** |
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* M.2 and SATA ports maximum support 2x M.2 PCIe SSDs + 6x SATA HDDs. |
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** The Turbo U.2 Host Card is not included, please purchase separately. |
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*** Before using Intel® Optane™ memory modules, please ensure that you have |
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ySupports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA |
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yASMedia® ASM3142 Chipset |
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1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C port |
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1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-A port |
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y1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port |
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y2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports |
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y1x VGA port |
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y1x DVI-D port |
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y1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A port
y1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port
y3x audio jacks
y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y2x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
y2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (support additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports)
y1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y1x 4-pin water pump fan connector
y4x 4-pin system fan connectors
Internal Connectors y1x Front panel audio connector
y2x Front panel connectors
y1x TPM module connector
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y1x Serial port connector
y1x Parallel port connector
y1x Thunderbolt add-on card connector
y1x RGB LED connector
y1x Clear CMOS jumper
I/O Controller |
NUVOTON NCT6795 Controller Chip |
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yCPU/System temperature detection |
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yCPU/System fan speed detection |
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yCPU/System fan speed control |
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yUEFI AMI BIOS |
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yDrivers |
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ySUPER CHARGER |
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yCOMMAND CENTER |
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yMSI SMART TOOL |
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yRAMDISK |
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yDPC LATENCY TUNER |
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yIntel® Extreme Tuning Utility |
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yNorton™ Internet Security Solution |
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18 Specifications
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Special
Features
yAudio
Audio Boost
yNetwork
Intel LAN with Network Manager
yStorage
Twin Turbo M.2
yFan
Pump Fan
Smart Fan Control
yLED
Mystic Light
Mystic Light Extension (RGB)
Mystic light SYNC
EZ DEBUG LED
yProtection
PCI-E Steel Armor
yPerformance
Multi GPU – CrossFire Technology
DDR4 Boost
USB with type A+C
Lightning USB(3142)
yStability
Military Class 5
yVR
VR Ready
yBIOS
Click BIOS 5
yCertification
Quadro Ready
Specifications 19
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yDevice Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related options. The check sign indicates the devices as default.
yApplication Enhancement - the array of options will provide you a complete guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.
yMain 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.
yProfiles - toggles between profiles.
yAdvanced Settings - provides the mechanism to deal with 2 independent audio streams.
yJack Status - depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your computer.
yConnector 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.
22 Rear I/O Panel
M2_1
PCI_E1
PCI_E2 JBAT1
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Overview of Components 23
Component Contents
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24 Overview of Components
Introduction to the LGA 1151 CPU
The surface of the LGA 1151 CPU has two notches and a golden triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The golden triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.
Important
yAlways unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the CPU.
yPlease 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.
yWhen installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability.
yConfirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting your system.
yOverheating 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.
yWhenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering the socket with the plastic cap.
yIf you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.
yThis 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® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.
Overview of Components 25
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yDue to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less than the amount of installed.
yBased on Intel CPU specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is suggested to protect the CPU.
yPlease 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.
ySome memory may operate at a lower frequency than the marked value when overclocking due to the memory frequency operates dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD). Go to BIOS and find the Memory Try It! to set the memory frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher frequency.
yIt is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs installation or overclocking.
yThe stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU and devices when overclocking.
26 Overview of Components
PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes)
PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH lanes)
PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH lanes)
PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x4 (PCH lanes)
PCI_E5: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH lanes)
PCI1: PCI slot
Multiple graphics cards installation recommendation
x16 |
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yThe PCI_E4 slot will be unavailable when an M.2 PCIe SSD module has been installed in the M.2_2 slot.
yThe PCI_E2/ PCI1 slot will be unavailable when an expansion card has been installed in the PCI_E3/ PCI_E5 slot.
yIf 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 to prevent deformation of the slot.
yFor a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.
yWhen 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.
Overview of Components 27
M2_1
M2_2
Important
Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM, does not support Legacy ROM.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 module.
http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA
Installing M.2 module
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28 Overview of Components
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device.
SATA3
SATA4
SATA2
SATA1
SATA6
SATA5
Important
yThe SATA1/ SATA5 port will be unavailable when an M.2 SATA SSD module has been installed in the M.2_1/ M.2_2 slot.
yPlease do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise.
ySATA 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.
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Overview of Components 29
M.2 slots with examples of various combination possibilities
2xM.2 PCIe SSDs + 6xSATA HDDs |
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These connectors connect to the switches and LEDs on the front panel.
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JFP1 |
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HDD LED + |
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Power LED + |
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HDD LED - |
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Power LED - |
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Reset Switch |
6 |
Power Switch |
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Reset Switch |
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Power Switch |
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Reserved |
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No Pin |
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Speaker - |
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Buzzer + |
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Buzzer - |
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Speaker + |
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30 Overview of Components