MSI Z68S-G43 (G3) User Manual

Z68A-G43 (G3)/ Z68S-G43 (G3) series

MS-7750 (v1.x) Mainboard

G52-77501XB

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.

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Revision	History
Revision	Revision History	Date
V1.0	First release for PCB 1.X (Europe version)	2011/ 06
V1.1	Update release for PCB 1.X (Europe version)	2011/ 08

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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

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 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	ii
Trademarks		ii
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		v
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement		vi
English		En-1

Mainboard Specifications En-2 Connectors Quick Guide En-4 Connectors Reference Guide En-5 Back Panel Quick Guide En-6 CPU (Central Processing Unit) En-8 Mounting Screw Holes En-12 Power Supply En-13 Memory En-14 Expansion Slots En-16 Video/ Graphics Cards En-17 Internal Connectors En-18 Jumper En-24 BIOS Setup En-25 Software Information En-34

Deutsch De-1

Spezifikationen De-2 Anschlussübersicht De-4 Übersicht der Mainboard-Anschlüsse De-5 Rücktafel-Übersicht De-6 CPU (Prozessor) De-8 Schraubenlöcher für die Montage De-12 Stromversorgung De-13 Speicher De-14 Erweiterungssteckplätze De-16

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Video/ Grafikkarten De-17 Interne Anschlüsse De-18 Steckbrücken De-24 BIOS Setup De-25 Software-Information De-36

Français Fr -1

Spécifications Fr-2 Guide Rapide Des Connecteurs Fr-4 Guide référence des connecteurs Fr-5 Guide rapide du panneau arrière Fr-6 Trous Taraudés de Montage Fr-12 Connecteurs d’alimentation Fr-13 Mémoire Fr-14 Emplacements d’extension Fr-16 Cartes Vidéo/ Graphics Fr-17 Connecteurs internes Fr-18 Cavalier Fr-24 Réglage BIOS Fr-25 Information Logiciel Fr-34

Русский Ru-1

Характеристики системной платы Ru-2 Краткое руководство по разъемам Ru-4 Справочное руководство по разъемам Ru-5 Разъемы на задней панели Ru-6 CPU (Центральный процессор) Ru-8 Отверстия под установочные винты Ru-12 Электропитание Ru-13 Память Ru-14 Слоты расширения Ru-16 Видео/ Видеокарты Ru-17 Разъемы Ru-18 Перемычки Ru-24 Настройка BIOS Ru-25 Сведения о программном обеспечении Ru-36

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Z68A-G43 (G3)/ Z68S-G43 (G3) Series

Europe version

MS-7750 Mainboard

Mainboard Specifications

Processor Support

■Intel® CoreTM i7/ CoreTM i5 /CoreTM i3/ Pentium®/ Celeron® processors for the LGA1155 package

(For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support)

Chipset

■ Intel® Z68 (B3) chipset

Memory Support

■4x DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 2133*(OC)/ 1866*(OC)/ 1600*(OC)/ 1333/ 1066 DRAM (32GB Max)

■Supports Dual-Channel mode

(*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 Realtek® RTL8111E

Audio

■Integrated HD audio codec by Realtek® ALC887

■8-channel audio with jack sensing

SATA

■2x SATA 6Gb/s ports (SATA1~2) by Intel® Z68

■4x SATA 3Gb/s ports (SATA3~6) by Intel® Z68

RAID

■SATA1~6 support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (AHCI/ RAID 0/ 1/ 5/ 10) by Intel® Z68

■Supports SSD caching for system acceleration

USB 3.0 (Z68A-G43 (G3))

■ 2x USB 3.0 rear IO ports by NEC D720200

Multi-GPU

■Supports ATI® CrossFireXTM Technology

■Supports Lucid® VIRTU Technology

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Connectors

■Back panel

-1x PS/2 keyboard port

-1x PS/2 mouse port

- 2x USB 3.0 ports & 4x USB 2.0 ports (Z68A-G43 (G3))

-6x USB 2.0 ports (Z68S-G43 (G3))

-1x LAN port

-1x VGA port **

-1x DVI-D port **

-6x audio ports (Z68A-G43 (G3))

-3x audio ports (Z68S-G43 (G3))***

**(The VGA and DVI-D ports only work with the CPU’s Integrated Graphics Processor)

***(To reach the 8-channel sound effect, the 7th and 8th channels must be outputted from front panel.)

■On-Board

-4x USB 2.0 connectors

-1x Chassis Intrusion connector

-1x S/PDIF-Out connector

-1x Front Panel Audio connector

-1x TPM Module connector (optional)

-1x Parallel connector

-1x Serial connector

Slots

■1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E2)

■1x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (PCI_E4, it supports up to x4 speed)

■2x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots

-Only 1x PCIe x1 (PCI_E1 or PCI_E3) slot can be used at a time due to chipset bandwidth limitation. Using the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.

■3x PCI slots

Form Factor

■ ATX (22.0 cm X 30.5 cm)

Mounting Screw Holes

■ 6x mounting holes

If you need to purchase accessories and request the part numbers, you could search the product web page and find details on our web address http://www.msi.com/index. php

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Connectors Quick Guide
JPWR2			CPU	CPUFAN1
SYSFAN4	SYSFAN2		SYSFAN3
				DIMM1~4
Back Panel
				JPWR1
PCI_E1				SYSFAN1
PCI_E2				JBAT1
PCI_E3				JFP1/JFP2
PCI 1
PCI_E4				SATA
PCI 2
PCI 3				JCI1
JAUD1
JSP1				JUSB1~4
JTPM1		JCOM1
		JLPT1
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Connectors Reference Guide

Port Type	Port Name	Page
LGA 1155 CPU Socket	CPU	En-8
ATX 24-pin Power Connector	JPWR1	En-13
ATX 4-pin Power Connector	JPWR2	En-13
DDR3 Memory Slots	DIMM1~4	En-14
PCIe x16 Expansion Slots	PCI_E2, 4	En-16
PCIe x1 Expansion Slots	PCI_E1, 3	En-16
PCI Expansion Slots	PCI 1, 2, 3	En-16
Serial ATA Connector	SATA1~6	En-18
CPU Fan Power Connectors	CPUFAN1	En-19
System Fan Power Connectors	SYSFAN1~4	En-19
Front Panel Connectors	JFP1, JFP2	En-20
Front Panel Audio Connector	JAUD1	En-20
USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors	JUSB1~4	En-21
S/PDIF-Out Expansion Connector	JSP1	En-21
Chassis Intrusion Connector	JCI1	En-22
TPM Module Connector	JTPM1	En-22
Parallel Port Connector	JLPT1	En-23
Serial Port Connector	JCOM1	En-23
Clear CMOS Jumper	JBAT1	En-24

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Back Panel Quick Guide

Z68A-G43 (G3)
Mouse		LAN	VGA Port
	USB 3.0 Port		Line-In	RS-Out
			Line-Out CS-Out
			Mic	SS-Out
Keyboard	USB 2.0 Port	USB 2.0 Port	DVI-D Port

Z68S-G43 (G3)
Mouse		LAN	VGA Port
	USB 2.0 Port		Line-In
			Line-Out
			Mic
Keyboard	USB 2.0 Port	USB 2.0 Port	DVI-D Port

Mouse/Keyboard

The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.

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 (optional)

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

VGA Port

The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.

DVI-D Port

TheDVI-D(DigitalVisualInterface-Digital)connectorcanbeconnectedtoaLCDmonitor. To connect a monitor, please refer to the monitor’s manual for more information.

Important

The VGA and DVI-D display ports are designed to be used by the Integrated Graphics Processor (IGP). If the processor installed does not provide integrated graphics, these display ports will not function.

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 (optional): Rear surround sound line out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.

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

■Gray- SS-Out (optional): Side surround sound line out in 7.1 channel mode.

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CPU (Central Processing Unit)

Introduction to the LGA 1155 CPU

The surface of the LGA 1155 CPU has two 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.

Alignment Key	Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the
Pin 1 indicator

Important

Overheating

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.

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 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 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 motherboard.

1. Unhook and lift the loading lever to	2. The loading plate should automati-
the fully open position.	cally lift up as the loading lever is
	pushed to the fully open position.
	Do not touch any of the CPU socket
	pins.

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3.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.

4.Close the loading plate and remove the plastic protective cap.

Alignment Key

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5.Inspect the CPU to check if it is properly seated in the socket. Press the loading lever down and lock it under the retention tab.

7.Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.

6.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.

8.Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the fan’s wires facing towards the fan connector and the hooks matching the holes on the motherboard.

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9.Push down on the heatsink until the four clips get wedged into the holes on the motherboard. Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler. As each hook locks into position a click should be heard.

10.Inspect the motherboard to ensure that the clip-ends have been properly locked in place.

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11.Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.

Important

•Do not touch the CPU socket pins.

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

•Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering the socket with the plastic cap. (shown in Figure 1)

•Motherboard photos shown in this section are for demonstration purposes only. The appearance of your motherboard may vary depending on the model purchased.

•Please refer to the documentation in the CPU cooler package for more details about CPU cooler installation.

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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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•Install the mainboard on a flat surface free from unnecessary debris.

•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

ATX 24-pin Power Connector: JPWR1

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

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Memory

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

DDR3

240-pin, 1.5V

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72x2=144 pin

Dual-Channel mode Population Rule

In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus channels simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance system performance. The following illustrations explain the population rules for Dual-Channel mode.

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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.

•To ensure system stability, memory modules must be of the same type and density in Dual-Channel mode.

•Always insert memory modules in the DIMM1 slot first.

•Due to chipset resource usage, the system will only detect up to 31+ GB of memory (not full 32 GB) when all DIMM slots have 8GB memory modules installed.

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Installing Memory Modules

1.Unlock the DIMM slot by pushing the mounting clips 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 clips at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close when the memory module is properly seated and an audible click should be heard.

3.Manually check if the memory module has been locked in place by the DIMM slot’s side clips.

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Expansion Slots

Thismainboardcontainsnumerousportsforexpansioncards,suchasdiscretegraphics or audio cards.

PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot

The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card.

PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot

PCIe 2.0 x16 Slot

PCIe x1 Slot

PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot

The PCI slot supports additional LAN, SCSI, USB, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.

32-bit PCI Slot

Important

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.

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PCI Interrupt Request Routing

IRQ, or interrupt request lines, are hardware lines over which devices can send interrupt requests to the processor. The PCI IRQ pins are typically connected to the PCI bus pins as followed:

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PCI Slot3	INT C#	INT D#	INT A#	INT B#

Video/ Graphics Cards

If available, this mainboard takes advantage of the CPU’s integrate graphics processor, but discrete video cards can be installed by way of the mainboard’s expansion slots. Addingononeormorediscretevideocardswillsignificantlyboostthesystem’sgraphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended.

Single Video Card Installation

1.Determine what type of expansion slot(s) the video card will use. Locate the expansion slot(s) on the mainboard. Remove any protective expansion slot covers from the computer case.

2.Line up the video card on top of the expansion slot(s) with the display ports facing out of the computer case. For a single video card installation, using the PCI_E2 slot is recommended.

3.Push the video card into its expansion slot(s). Depending on the expansion slot(s) used, there should be clip(s) on the expansion slot(s) that will lock in place.

4.If needed, screw the edge of the graphics card to the computer case. Some video cards might require a power cable directly from the power supply.

5.Please consult your video card’s manual for further instructions regarding driver installation or other special settings.

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Internal Connectors

Serial ATA Connector: SATA1~6

This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device. Serial ATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray).

		* The MB layout in this figure is for reference only.
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Important

•Many Serial ATA devices also need a power cable from the power supply. Such devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD / DVD / Blu-Ray). Please refer to the device’s manual for further information.

•Many computer cases also require that large Serial ATA devices, such as HDDs, SSDs, and optical drives, be screwed down into the case. Refer to the manual that came with your computer case or your Serial ATA device for further installation instructions.

•Please do not fold the Serial ATA 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 mainboard for space saving purposes.

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Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~4

The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Remember to connect all system fans. Some system fans may not connect to the mainboard and will instead connect to the power supply directly. A system fan can be plugged into any available system fan connector.

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•Please refer to your processor’s official website or consult your vendor to find recommended CPU cooling fans.

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•If there are not enough ports on the mainboard to connect all system fans, adapters are available to connect a fan directly to a power supply.

•Before first boot up, ensure that there are no cables impeding any fan blades.

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Front Panel Connectors: JFP1, JFP2

These connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. When installing the front panel connectors, please use the enclosed mConnectors to simplify installation. Plug all the wires from the computer case into the mConnectors and then plug the mConnectors into the mainboard.

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•On the connectors coming from the case, pins marked by small triangles are positive wires. Please use the diagrams above and the writing on the mConnectors to determine correct connector orientation and placement.

•The majority of the computer case’s front panel connectors will primarily be plugged into JFP1.

Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1

This connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer case. This connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

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