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Z97 XPOWER AC
Motherboard
G52-79141X1
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Copyright Notice
The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR
INTERNATIONAL. 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 2014/03
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Smartphone Application
MSI+ is a smart web gadget that works as a shopping navigator and
provides specs comparison for IT buyers. With a simple tap of the
smartphone, you'll eciently locate your ideal products from a wide
variety of choices and, if product details are required, you may easily
download user manuals within minutes. Better yet, the power calculator
provides accurate estimates of power unit capacity for DIY users.
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 sta at:
http://register.msi.com/
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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 at 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.
￭DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT ABOVE 60oC (140oF),
IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
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CE Conformity
Hereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device is
in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant
provisions set out in the European Directive.
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 o
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 dierent from that to which
the receiver is connected.
◯Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Notice 1
The changes or modications 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.
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.
Micro-Star International
MS-7914
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Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment and its antenna should be installed and
operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This
equipment and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
European Community Compliance Statement
The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council
Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public
Directive.
FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance
The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC
Grant.
Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement
This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing
equipment regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur
le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Taiwan Wireless Statements
Japan VCCI Class B Statement
Korea Warning Statements
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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/
Taiwan:
For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected
separately for recycling or special disposal.
廢電池請回收
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.
Battery Information
Chemical Substances Information
In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH
Regulation (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
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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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 eect 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 Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen
Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden.
MSI hat europaweit verschiedene Sammel- und 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 an 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 eet 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 n de vie. MSI prendra en compte
cette exigence relative au retour des produits en n 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
clasicados 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 nal 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 rma 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 riuti municipali: i produttori di detti materiali saranno obbligati a ritirare ogni
prodotto alla ne 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 ne
del loro ciclo di vita. È possibile portare i prodotti nel più vicino punto di raccolta
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▍CONTENTS
Preface i ............................................................................................................
Copyright Notice ii .......................................................................................................
Trademarks ii ..............................................................................................................
Revision History ii .......................................................................................................
Smartphone Application iii ..........................................................................................
Technical Support iii ...................................................................................................
Safety Instructions iv ...................................................................................................
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement v ...................................................
CE Conformity v .........................................................................................................
Radiation Exposure Statement vi ...............................................................................
European Community Compliance Statement vi ........................................................
FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance vi ......................................................................
Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement vi ....................................................................
Taiwan Wireless Statements vi ...................................................................................
Japan VCCI Class B Statement vi ..............................................................................
Korea Warning Statements vi .....................................................................................
Battery Information vii .................................................................................................
Chemical Substances Information vii .........................................................................
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement viii ...........................
Chapter 1 Getting Started............................................................................1-1
Packing Contents 1-2 .................................................................................................
Optional Accessories 1-2 ...........................................................................................
Assembly Precautions 1-3 ..........................................................................................
Motherboard Specications .................................................................................. 1-4
Connectors Quick Guide 1-7 ......................................................................................
Back Panel Quick Guide 1-9 ......................................................................................
CPU (Central Processing Unit) 1-11 ..........................................................................
Introduction to the LGA 1150 CPU 1-11 ..............................................................
CPU & Heatsink Installation ......................................................................... 1-12
Memory 1-15 ..............................................................................................................
Dual-Channel mode Population Rule 1-15 ..........................................................
Mounting Screw Holes 1-16 .......................................................................................
Power Supply 1-17 .....................................................................................................
JPWR1~4: ATX Power Connectors ............................................................. 1-17
Expansion Slots ................................................................................................. 1-18
PCI_E1~7: PCIe Expansion Slots 1-18 ................................................................
PCIe x16 Slots Bandwidth Table ................................................................ 1-18
Video/ Graphics Cards 1-19 ......................................................................................
Single Video Card Installation 1-19 ......................................................................
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Internal Connectors 1-20 ............................................................................................
SATA1~10: SATA Connectors .................................................................... 1-20
CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3,OPTFAN1~2: Fan Power Connectors .............. 1-21
JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors 1-22 ......................................................
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connector ...................................................1-23
JUSB3~4: USB 3.0 Expansion Connectors ................................................. 1-24
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector 1-24 ..............................................................
JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector 1-25 .........................................................
M2_1: M.2 Port 1-25 ............................................................................................
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector 1-26 ................................................................
Voltage Checkpoints 1-27 ..........................................................................................
FV1: V-Check Connectors 1-27 ...........................................................................
Buttons ............................................................................................................... 1-28
OC1: OC Genie Button ............................................................................... 1-28
POWER1: Power Button 1-29 ..............................................................................
RESET1: Reset Button 1-29 ................................................................................
DISCH1: Discharge Button 1-29 ..........................................................................
BCLK+, BCLK-: Base Clock Control Buttons 1-30 ...............................................
RATIO+, RATIO-: CPU Ratio Control Buttons 1-30 ............................................
FASTB1: GO2BIOS Button 1-31 ..........................................................................
Jumpers 1-32 .............................................................................................................
JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper 1-32 .......................................................................
Switch 1-33 .................................................................................................................
MULTI BIOS SWITCH: Multi-BIOS Switch 1-33 ..................................................
OC_SWITCH1: OC Genie Mode Switch 1-34 ......................................................
SLOW_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch 1-34 ..........................................................
BCLK_STEP1: Base Clock Step Swtich 1-35 ......................................................
PEGSW1: PCIe CeaseFire Switch 1-35 ..............................................................
LED Status Indicators 1-36 ........................................................................................
LED Status Table 1-36 .........................................................................................
Debug Code LED Table 1-37 ...............................................................................
Drivers and Utilities ............................................................................................ 1-38
Driver/ Utilities Installation ...........................................................................1-38
Chapter 2 Quick Installation 2-1 ........................................................................
CPU Installation 2-2 ...................................................................................................
Memory Installation 2-4 ..............................................................................................
Motherboard Installation 2-5 .......................................................................................
Power Connectors Installation 2-7 .............................................................................
SATA HDD Installation 2-9 .........................................................................................
M.2 module Installation 2-10 ......................................................................................
Front Panel Connector Installation 2-11 .....................................................................
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JFP1 Connector Installation 2-11 .........................................................................
Front Panel Audio Connector Installation 2-11 ....................................................
Peripheral Connector Installation 2-12 .......................................................................
USB2.0 Connector Installation 2-12 .....................................................................
USB3.0 Connector Installation 2-12 .....................................................................
Graphics Card Installation 2-13 ..................................................................................
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 3-1 .................................................................................
Entering Setup 3-2 .....................................................................................................
Entering BIOS Setup 3-2 .....................................................................................
Overview 3-3 ..............................................................................................................
Operation 3-6 .............................................................................................................
Updating BIOS 3-7 .....................................................................................................
Updating the BIOS with M-FLASH 3-7 .................................................................
SETTINGS ........................................................................................................... 3-8
System Status ................................................................................................ 3-8
Advanced 3-9 .......................................................................................................
Boot 3-15 .............................................................................................................
Security 3-16 ........................................................................................................
Save & Exit .................................................................................................. 3-17
OC ...................................................................................................................... 3-18
M-FLASH 3-30 ...........................................................................................................
OC PROFILE 3-31 .....................................................................................................
HARDWARE MONITOR 3-32 ....................................................................................
Appendix A Realtek Audio A-1 ..........................................................................
Software Conguration .........................................................................................A-2
Software panel overview A-2 ................................................................................
Auto popup dialog A-3 ..........................................................................................
Hardware Default Setting A-4 .....................................................................................
Appendix B Intel RAID B-1 ................................................................................
Introduction B-2 ..........................................................................................................
Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM............................................B-3
Degraded RAID Array B-10 ........................................................................................
System Acceleration (optional) B-12 ..........................................................................
RST Synchronization (optional) .........................................................................B-14
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the Z97 XPOWER AC Series (MS-7914 v1.X) E-ATX
motherboard. The Z97 XPOWER AC Series motherboards are based on
Intel® Z97 chipset for optimal system eciency. Designed to t the advanced
Intel® LGA1150 processor, the Z97 XPOWER AC Series motherboards
deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
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Getting Started
Packing Contents
* 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.
SATA Cable
Optional Accessories
SLI Cable
M-Connector
Network Driver &
Utilities Disc
Software & Application
User Guide
Drivers & Utilities
Disc
Motherboard
User Guide I/O Shield
Motherboard
Antenna x2 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
module
V-Check Cable x6
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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 o the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.
■ Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
■ Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
■ It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when
handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is
not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object
before handling the motherboard.
■ Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an antistatic pad
whenever the motherboard is not installed.
■ Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal
components on the motherboard 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
permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
■ If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certied computer
technician.
Important
A screwdriver (not included) may be required for computer assembly.
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Getting Started
Motherboard Specications
CPU
Support
■ Supports 5th and 4th Generation Intel
® Core™ Processors, and
Intel® Pentium® and Celeron® Processors for the Socket LGA1150
Chipset ■ Intel® Z97 Express Chipset
Memory
Support
■ 4x DDR3 memory slots supporting up to 32GB
■ Supports DDR3 3200(OC)/ 3100(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/
2666(OC)/ 2600(OC)/ 2400(OC)/ 2200(OC)/ 2133(OC)/ 2000(OC)/
1866(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz
■ Dual channel memory architecture
■ Supports non-ECC, un-buered memory
■ Supports Intel ® Extreme Memory Prole (XMP)
Expansion
Slots
■ 5x PCIe 3.0 p18-x16 slots*
- The operating mode will be x0/x16/x0/x0/x0, x16/x0/x0/x16/x0,
x16/x0/x0/x8/x8 or x8/x0/x8/x8/x8.*
- Support for installing up to 4 PCIe p18-x16 expansion cards.
■ 2x PCIe 2.0 p18-x1 slots
* For a single expansion card installation with optimum performance, using the PCI_E2 slot
is recommended.
Onboard
Graphics
■ 1x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of
4096x2160@24Hz, 2560x1600@60Hz
■ 1x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of
4096x2304@24Hz, 2560x1600@60Hz, 3840x2160@60Hz,
1920x1200@60Hz
Multi-GPU
Support
■ Supports 4-Way AMD® CrossFireTM Technology*
■ Supports 4-Way NVIDIA® SLITM Technology
* Supports Windows 7 and Windows 8/ 8.1
Storage ■ Intel Z97 Express Chipset
- 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports (SATA1~6)
- 1x M.2 port*
- M.2 port supports M.2 SATA 6Gb/s module
- M.2 port supports M.2 PCIe module up to 10Gb/s speed**
- M.2 port supports 4.2cm/ 6cm/ 8cm length module
- Supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10***
- Supports Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel
® Rapid Start
Technology and Intel Smart Connect Technology****
■ ASMedia ASM1061 Chipset
- 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports (SATA7~10)
* The SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when installing a module in the M.2 port.
** Intel RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM, does not support Legacy ROM.
*** M.2 PCIe interface does not support RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10.
**** Supports Intel Core processors on Windows 7 and Windows 8/ 8.1
USB ■ Intel Z97 Express Chipset
- 4x USB 3.0 ports available through the internal USB connectors
- 6x USB 2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available
through the internal USB connectors*)
■ ASMedia ASM1074 Chipset
- 6x USB 3.0 ports on the back panel
■ ASMedia ASM1042 Chipset
- 2x USB 3.0 ports on the back panel
* Internal JUSB1 connector supports MSI Super Charger.
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Audio ■ Realtek® ALC1150 Codec
- 7.1-Channel High Denition Audio
- Supports S/PDIF output
LAN ■ 1x Intel I218-V Gigabit LAN controller
Wireless
LAN
■ Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion module with Intel Dual Band Wireless-
AC 7260 chip.
- Supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band (2.4GHz, 5GHz) up
to 867 Mbps speed.
- Supports Intel Wireless Display (WiDi)
Bluetooth ■ Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion module with Intel Dual Band Wireless-
AC 7260 chip.
- Supports Bluetooth v4.0 (includes BLE* and Bluetooth 3.0+HS)
* BLE: Bluetooth Low Energy
Back Panel
Connectors
■ 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse port
■ 2x USB 2.0 ports
■ 1x Clear CMOS button
■ 8x USB 3.0 ports
■ 1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
■ 1x HDMI port
■ 1x DisplayPort
■ 1x LAN (RJ45) port
■ 6x OFC audio jacks
Internal
Connectors
■ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
■ 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
■ 1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
■ 1x 6-pin ATX 12V power connector*
■ 10x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
■ 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
■ 2x USB 3.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.0 ports)
■ 2x 4-pin CPU fan connectors
■ 5x 4-pin system fan connectors
■ 1x Clear CMOS jumper
■ 1x Front panel audio connector
■ 2x System panel connectors
■ 1x TPM module connector
■ 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
■ 9x V-Check connectors
■ 1x GO2BIOS button
■ 1x Power button
■ 1x Reset button
■ 2x Base Clock control buttons
■ 2x CPU Ratio control buttons
■ 1x OC Genie button
■ 1x Discharge button
■ 1x Multi-BIOS switch
■ 1x OC Genie mode switch
■ 1x Slow mode switch
■ 1x Base Clock step swtich
■ 1x PCIe CeaseFire switch
■ 1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED
■ 1x Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module connector
* Provides additional power to PCIe x16 slots
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I/O
Controller
■ NUVOTON NCT6792 Controller Chip
Hardware
Monitor
■ CPU/System temperature detection
■ CPU/System fan speed detection
■ CPU/System fan speed control
BIOS
Features
■ 2x 64 Mb ash
■ UEFI AMI BIOS
■ ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.7, DMI 2.0
■ Multi-language
Special
Features
■ OC Certied
■ Audio Boost
■ Military Class 4
■ OC Genie 4
■ Click BIOS 4
■ Intel Wireless Display
■ NVIDIA SLI
■ AMD CrossFire
■ GO2BIOS
■ Easy Button
■ Direct OC
■ V-Check Points
■ Clear CMOS Button
■ Total Fan Control
■ Super Charger
■ Smart Utilities
■ Wi-Fi
■ Bluetooth
■ Command Center
■ ECO Center
Software ■ Drivers
■ MSI
- Command Center
- Live Update 6
- Smart Utilities
- Super Charger
- Fast Boot
- ECO Center
■ 7-ZIP
■ Intel Extreme Tuning Utility
■ Norton Internet Security Solution
Form
Factor
■ E-ATX Form Factor
■ 12 in. x 10.4 in. (30.5 cm x 26.4 cm)
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1 2 3 4
Connectors Quick Guide
CPUFAN1
PCI_E1
PCI_E2
PCI_E3
PCI_E4
PCI_E5
PCI_E6
PCI_E7
SATA1_2
SATA3_4
SATA5_6
JPWR2 CPU Socket
Back
Panel
JPWR3
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion
module connector
M2_1
JPWR4 DIMM1
DIMM2
DIMM3
DIMM4
SATA7_8
JPWR1
JUSB4
JUSB3
JTPM1
CPUFAN2
SLOW_1
OC_SW1
OC1
POWER1
FV1
RESET1
DISCH1
JCI1
FASTB1
JFP1
JFP2
BIOS_SW1
JUSB1
JUSB2
SYSFAN3
JAUD1
SATA9_10
PEGSW1 OPTFAN1
OPTFAN2
BLCK_STEP1
RATIO+,-
For the latest information about CPU, please visit
http://www.msi.com/cpu-support/
For more information on compatible components, please visit
http://www.msi.com/test-report/
BCLK+,-
SYSFAN1
SYSFAN2
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Back Panel Quick Guide
▶PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port
A combination of 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 conguration 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
conguration, press the button to clear the data.
▶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.
▶LAN Port
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN).
LINK/ACT
LED
SPEED
LED
LED LED Status Description
Link/ Activity LED
O No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data activity
Speed LED
O 10 Mbps connection
Green 100 Mbps connection
Orange 1 Gbps connection
▶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 ber cable.
Optical
S/PDIF-Out
Line-In
Line-Out
Mic
RS-Out
CS-Out
SS-Out
USB 3.0 Port
Clear CMOS
Button
LAN Port
PS/2 Keyboard/
Mouse Combo
Port
USB 2.0 Port DisplayPort
HDMI
USB 3.0 Port
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▶HDMI Port
®
The High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio-video interface
that is capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all types of TV
formats, including standard, enhanced, or high-denition video, plus multi-channel
digital audio on a single cable.
▶DisplayPort
DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard. This connector is used to connect a
monitor with DisplayPort inputs.
Important
This platform supports dual-display function.
HDMI+DisplayPort
Extend mode
(Extend the desktop to the second and third monitor) ◯
Clone mode
(Monitors have the same screen) ◯
▶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.
■Green- Line out: Used as a connector for speakers or headphone.
■Pink- Mic: 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 & Heatsink Installation
When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink
is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps
below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can damage
both the CPU and the motherboard.
1. Push the load lever down to unclip it and lift to the fully open position.
2. The load plate will automatically lift up as the load lever is pushed to the fully open
position.
Retention tab
Load lever
Load plate
Important
Do not touch the socket contacts or the bottom of the CPU.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to install CPU & heatsink.
http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI
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3. Align the notches with the socket alignment keys. Lower the CPU straight down,
without tilting or sliding the CPU in the socket. Inspect the CPU to check if it is
properly seated in the socket.
4. Close and slide the load plate under the retention knob. Close and engage the
load lever.
Alignment Key
CPU notches
Retention knob
5. When you press down the load lever the PnP cap will automatically pop up from
the CPU socket. Do not discard the PnP cap. Always replace the PnP cap if the
CPU is removed from the socket.
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.
PnP cap
Thermal paste
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1 2 3 4
Important
•
Conrm that the CPU heatsink 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.
•
If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the
documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.
7. Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.
8. Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the fan’s cable facing towards the fan
connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard.
CPU fan connector
9. Push down the heatsink until the four fasteners get wedged into the holes on
the motherboard. Press the four fasteners down to fasten the heatsink. As each
fastener locks into position a click should be heard.
10. Inspect the motherboard to ensure that the fastener-ends have been properly
locked in place.
11. Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.
Motherboard
Fastener-end
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Memory
These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules.
1 2 3 4
DIMM1
DIMM2
DIMM3
DIMM4
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the address below.
http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ
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.
DIMM2
DIMM4
DIMM1
DIMM2
DIMM3
DIMM4
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.
•
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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1 2 3 4
Mounting Screw Holes
When installing the motherboard, rst install the necessary mounting stands required
for an motherboard on the 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 motherboard 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 the screw holes on the motherboard and secure the
motherboard with the screws provided with your computer case. The locations of the
screw holes on the motherboard are shown below. For more information, please refer
to the manual that came with the computer case.
Important
•
Install the motherboard on a at surface free from unnecessary debris.
•
To prevent damage to the motherboard, any contact between the motherboard
circuitry and the computer case, except for the mounting stands, is prohibited.
•
Please make sure there are no loose metal components on the motherboard or
within the computer case that may cause a short circuit of the motherboard.
The I/O ports should be facing
toward the rear of the computer
case. They should line up with the
holes on the I/O backplate.
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Expansion Slots
This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete
graphics or audio cards.
PCI_E1~7: PCIe Expansion Slots
The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card.
PCIe 2.0 p32-x1 Slot
PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot
PCIe x16 Slots Bandwidth Table
The table below shows the correlation between the PCIe slots bandwidth and multiple
graphics cards.
Slot Bandwidth
Single 2-Way 3-Way 4-Way*
PCI_E1 x16 x16 x8
PCI_E2 x16
PCI_E3 x8
PCI_E5 x16 x8 x8
PCI_E7 x8 x8
* Supports up to 4 PCIe x16 expansion cards installation.
Important
•
For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using
the PCI_E2 slot is recommended.
•
When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn o 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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Video/ Graphics Cards
If available, this motherboard takes advantage of the CPU’s integrate graphics
processor, but discrete video cards can be installed by way of the motherboard’s
expansion slots. Adding on one or more discrete video cards will signicantly boost
the system’s graphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are
recommended.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to install a graphics card on PCIe x16 slot
with buttery lock.
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
Single Video Card Installation
1. Determine what type of expansion slot(s) the video card will use. Locate the
expansion slot(s) on the motherboard. 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
SATA1~10: SATA Connectors
This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to
one SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD),
and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray).
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install SATA HDD.
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
1 2 3 4
SATA2
SATA1
SATA4
SATA3
SATA6
SATA5
SATA8
SATA7
SATA10
SATA9
SATA1~6 (6Gb/s, by Intel
® Z97)
SATA7~10 (6Gb/s, by ASMedia® ASM1061)
Important
•
The SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when installing a module in the
M.2 port.
•
Many SATA 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 SATA 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 SATA device for further installation instructions.
•
Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result
during transmission otherwise.
•
SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it is
recommended that the at connector be connected to the motherboard for space
saving purposes.
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CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3,OPTFAN1~2: Fan Power Connectors
The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboard
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 motherboard and
will instead connect to the power supply directly. A system fan can be plugged into
any available system fan connector.
1.Ground
2.Speed Contro
l
3.Sense
4.NC
1.Ground
2.Speed Contro
l
3.Sense
4.NC
1.Ground
2.+12V
3.Sense
4.Speed Contro
l
1 2 3 4
CPUFAN1/
CPUFAN2
SYSFAN1/
SYSFAN2/
SYSFAN3
OPTFAN1/
OPTFAN2
Important
•
Please refer to your processor’s ocial website or consult your vendor to nd
recommended CPU heatsink.
•
The CPUFAN1/ 2 and SYSFAN1/ 2/ 3 support Smart Fan Control with liner mode.
The Command Center utility can be installed to automatically control the fan speeds
according to the CPU’s and system’s temperature.
•
If there are not enough ports on the motherboard to connect all system fans,
adapters are available to connect a fan directly to a power supply.
•
Before rst boot up, ensure that there are no cables impeding any fan blades.
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JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors
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 optional M-Connector to simplify
installation. Plug all the wires from the computer case into the M-Connector and then
plug the M-Connector into the motherboard.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install front panel connectors.
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
1 2 3 4
1.+
3.-
10.No Pin
5.- Res et S
witch
HDD LE
D
P
ower Switch
P
ower LED
7.+
9.Res erved
8.-
6.+
4.-
2.+
JFP1
1.Ground
3.Suspend LE
D
5.Power LE
D
7.No Pin
8.+
6.-
4.+
2.-
Buzzer
Speaker
JFP2
Important
•
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 optional
M-Connectors to determine correct connector orientation and placement.
•
The majority of the computer case’s front panel connectors will primarily be plugged
into JFP1.
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JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connector
This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB
HDDs, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others.
1 2 3 4
1
0.NC
8.Ground
6.USB1+
4.USB1-
2
.VCC1.VC
C
3.USB0
-
5.USB0+
7.Groun
d
9.No
P
in
The JUSB1 (red mark) connector supports MSI’s new Super-Charger technology
which provides quicker USB charging of your smartphone or other USB-powered
devices. To enable this feature, please install the MSI Super-Charger application
on your computer. When the Super-Charger application is turned on, the JUSB1
connector will convert data channels to extra power channels to quickly charge your
connected device. Please note that when the Super-Charger application is turned on,
data transmission and synchronization over the JUSB1 connector will not function. To
enable the JUSB1 connector to function as a normal USB 2.0 connector, please turn
o the Super-Charger application. When the computer is in stand-by or hibernation
mode (S3/ S4/ S5) Super-Charger mode will automatically be enabled.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to charge the smartphone with
Super-Charge.
http://youtu.be/FCyvjr5NbOw
Important
•
Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.
•
Please only connect one device per USB port to ensure stable charging.
•
Super-Charger Technology is only available on select MSI motherboard models.
Please refer to the MSI website to check if your motherboard has Super-Charger
technology.
•
For iPad, JUSB1 (red mark) can still charge iPad in S3, S4, S5 state.
•
We recommend that don’t disconnect the device when you charge it in S1 state.
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JUSB3~4: USB 3.0 Expansion Connectors
The USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data
transfer rates up to 5Gbits/s (SuperSpeed).
1 2 3 4
5.USB3_TX_C_DN
4.Ground
3.USB3_RX_DP
2.USB3_RX_DN
1.Power
10.Ground
9. +USB2.0
8. -USB2.0
7.Ground
6.USB3_TX_C_DP
20.No Pin
19.Power
18.USB3_RX_DN
17.USB3_RX_DP
16.Ground
15.USB3_TX_C_DN
14.USB3_TX_C_DP
13.Ground
12.USB2.0 -
11. +
USB2.0
Important
•
Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.
•
To use a USB 3.0 device, you must connect the device to a USB 3.0 port through
an optional USB 3.0 compliant cable.
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector
This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the computer case is
opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this
intrusion and a warning message will ash on screen. To clear the warning, you must
enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.
1 2 3 4
2.CINTRU
1.Ground
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JTPM1: TPM Module Connector
This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM
security platform manual for more details and usages.
1 2 3 4
10.No Pin
14.Ground
8.5V Power
12.Ground
6.Serial IRQ
4.3.3V Power
2.3V Standby power 1.LPC Clock
3.LPC Reset
5.LPC address & data pin0
7.LPC address & data pin1
9.LPC address & data pin2
11.LPC address & data pin3
13.LPC Frame
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Voltage Checkpoints
These voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A
multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages.
FV1: V-Check Connectors
To check the voltage, please use the optional voltage checkpoint cables included in
the motherboard package. Attach the positive lead of the multimeter to the voltage
checkpoint cable and the negative lead to the ground connector.
1 2 3 4
GFX
GND
1
9
RING
CORE
DDR
VCCIN
C_SA
GND
GND
Connector Description
GND (pin 7~9) Ground
C_SA (pin 6) The CPU_SA (CPU System Agent) voltage is the voltage
supplied to the integrated memory controller inside the
CPU.
RING (pin 5) The CPU Ring is an interface for integrated controllers
inside the CPU. The CPU Ring voltage can aect the CPU
overclocking performance.
GFX (pin 4) The CPU_GFX voltage is the voltage supplied to the
integrated graphics processor located on the CPU.
CORE (pin 3) CPU core0 voltage. The CPU voltage is the voltage
supplied to the CPU core. Higher overclocks may require
higher CPU core voltages to maintain stability.
DDR (pin 2) Memory voltage. The DDR memory voltage is the voltage
supplied to the DDR memory modules on the motherboard.
Lower memory timings may require higher voltages to
maintain system stability.
VCCIN (pin1) The CPU VCCIN voltage is the CPU power source that is
shared with components of the CPU.
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Buttons
The motherboard has numerous on-board buttons to control various functions. This
section will explain how to change your motherboard’s functions through the use of
these on-board buttons.
OC1: OC Genie Button
This button is used to automatically overclock the system. To enable OC Genie,
Set this button to ON while the system is in power o mode. On the next boot,
the processor will be automatically overclock for optimal performance. To disable
OC Genie, Set this button to OFF while the system is in power o mode and the
conguration parameters will return to its normal values.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to use the OC Genie button.
http://youtu.be/nIpRvWkUazg
1 2 3 4
OC
GENIE
OC
GENIE
On O
Important
•
This motherboard provides two ways to enable OC Genie: press the physical OC
Genie button on the motherboard, or click the virtual OC Genie button in BIOS. You
can specify how OC Genie to be enabled by using the "OC Genie Function Control"
item in BIOS.
•
Please install DDR3 1333 or faster memory and equip a better heatsink/cooler to
use the OC Genie function.
•
We do not guarantee the OC Genie overclocking range or the damages/risks
caused by overclocking behavior.
•
It is possible to disable the OC Genie function in the BIOS setup. Please refer to the
BIOS section of the manual for instructions on how to turn o OC Genie from the
BIOS.
•
The usage of OC Genie is at the user’s own risk. Overclocking is never guaranteed
by MSI.
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POWER1: Power Button
This button is used to turn-on and turn-o the system. Press the button once to turn-on
or turn-o the system.
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RESET1: Reset Button
This reset button is used to reset the system. Press the button to reset the system.
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Reset
DISCH1: Discharge Button
This button allows you to discharge the motherboard by using the button instead of
removing the battery. You can discharge the motherboard by pressing this button
while the system is o.
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BCLK+, BCLK-: Base Clock Control Buttons
These buttons are used to increase or decrease the base clock frequency. Pressing
the Plus/ Minus button once will increase/ decrease the base clock frequency 1 MHz
when the system is in regular operation state.
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Plus button:
Base clock + 1 MHz
Minus button:
Base clock - 1 MHz
RATIO+, RATIO-: CPU Ratio Control Buttons
These buttons are used to increase or decrease the CPU ratio. Pressing the Plus/
Minus button once will increase/ decrease the CPU ratio when the system is in
regular operation state.
Plus button:
CPU RATIO + 1
Minus button:
CPU RATIO - 1
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FASTB1: GO2BIOS Button
If you enable the "MSI Fast Boot" feature in BIOS, the keyboard will be unavaiable
and entering BIOS Setup by pressing DEL will not function. Therefore, you can press
this button to enter BIOS Setup after reboot.
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Jumpers
JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper
There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the
motherboard to save system conguration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can
automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on. If you
want to clear the system conguration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM.
1 2 3 4
Keep Data Clear Data
1 1
Important
You can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is o.
Afterwards, open the jumper . Do not clear the CMOS RAM while the system is on
because it will damage the motherboard.
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Switch
BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch
This motherboard has two built-in BIOS ROMs (Labeled A and B, default BIOS ROM
is A). If one is crashed, you can shift to the other for booting by sliding the switch. In
addition, these two BIOS ROMs do not have the Auto Recovery feature, you need to
maintain or update the BIOS version by yourself.
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A B
Blue LED Green LED
BIOS recovery with AFUDOS command
When BIOS updating fails or causes the computer non-bootable, you can recover the
failed BIOS by the steps below.
Preparation:
1. Prepare a bootable USB ash drive.
2. Download the latest BIOS le from the MSI ocial website at www.msi.com, and
then decompress the le.
3. Copy the AFUDE238.exe and the BIOS le to the bootable USB ash drive
BIOS recovery steps:
1. Power o the system.
2. Set the Multi-BIOS switch to the functional BIOS ROM.
3. Insert the bootable USB ash drive you have made to the USB port.
4. Boot the computer into the bootable USB ash drive.
5. Set the Multi-BIOS switch to the failed BIOS ROM.
6. Execute the below command to ash the BIOS:
For example: AFUDE238 EXXXXIMS.XXX
7. Restart the computer after the BIOS ashing is complete.
Important
Do not use the Multi-BIOS switch when system is booting up.
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OC_SWITCH1: OC Genie Mode Switch
This swtich provides two overclocking modes (Gear 1 and Gear 2) for OC Genie
operation. When you press the OC Genie button, the overclocking procedure will
be performed according to the setting of this switch. The Gear 1 Mode is the default
setting. The Gear 2 Mode allows the OC Genie function to overclock the CPU/ system
frequency higher then Gear 1 Mode.
1 2 3 4
Red LED
Gear 1
(Default)
Gear 2
Blue LED
Important
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Gear 1 Mode: For normal users using original fan.
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Gear 2 Mode: For OCers using better heat dissipation fan such as liquid cooling or
customized one.
SLOW_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch
This switch is used for LN2 cooling solution, that provides the extreme overclocking
conditions, to boot at a stable processor frequency and to prevent the system from
crashing.
1 2 3 4
Normal
(Default)
Enabled
Important
Users will try extreme low temperature overclocking at their own risks. The
overclocking results will vary according to the CPU version.
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BCLK_STEP1: Base Clock Step Swtich
This swtich provides two steps (1 MHz and 0.1 MHz) for the operation of Base Clock
Control Buttons.
Step A: 0.1MHz
(Default)
Step B: 1MHz
1 2 3 4
PEGSW1: PCIe CeaseFire Switch
The PCIe CeaseFire switch can help you conveniently and directly control the installed
graphics cards without removing the physical graphics cards.
1 2 3 4
Enable the PCIe slot
Disable the PCIe slot
ON
1 2 3 4
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LED Status Indicators
1 2 3 4
BIOS A LED
OC Switch Gear 1 LED
Debug LED
BIOS B LED
HDD LED
MSI LED
OC Switch Gear 2 LED
LED Status Table
The following table describes the status of LED indicators.
LED LED Status Description
OC Switch Gear 1 Blue Gear 1 OC Genie mode
OC Switch Gear 2 Red Gear 2 OC Genie mode
HDD Blinking HDD activity
BIOS B Green BIOS B in operation
BIOS A Blue BIOS A in operation
MSI On Debug
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Quick Installation
This chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your
computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations.
Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or
tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code.
Important
The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the
product you purchased.
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Important
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The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are
under continuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the
description may be slightly dierent from the latest BIOS and should be held
for reference only.
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The pictures in this chpater are for reference only and may vary from the
product you purchased. Please refer to the actual screens of your system
for detailed information.
•
Please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings if the system
becomes unbootable after changing BIOS settings. (Refer to the Clear
CMOS jumper/ button section to clear the CMOS data, select the "Restore
Defaults" and press <Enter> in BIOS to load the default settings.)
Chapter 3
BIOS Setup
CLICK BIOS is a revolutionary UEFI interface that allows you to setup and
congure your system for optimum use. Using your mouse and keyboard,
users can change BIOS settings, monitor CPU temperature, select the boot
device priority and view system information such as the CPU name, DRAM
capacity, the OS version and the BIOS version. Users can import and export
parameter data for backup or for sharing with friends.
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Entering Setup
The default settings oer the optimal performance for system stability in normal condi-
tions. You may need to run the Setup program when:
■An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and
requests you to run SETUP.
■ You want to change the default settings for customized features.
Important
•
Please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings if the system becomes
unbootable after changing BIOS settings. (Refer to the Clear CMOS jumper/ button
section to clear the CMOS data, select the "Restore Defaults" and press <Enter> in
BIOS to load the default settings.)
•
If you are unfamiliar with the BIOS settings, we recommend that you keep the
default settings to avoid possible system damage or failure booting due to
inappropriate BIOS conguration.
Entering BIOS Setup
Power on the computer and the system will start the Power On Self Test (POST) pro-
cess. When the message below appears on the screen, press <DEL> key to enter
BIOS:
Press <Del> to run BIOS setup, or <F11> to run boot menu
If the message disappears before you respond and you still need to enter BIOS, restart
the system by turning the computer OFF then back ON or pressing the RESET button.
You may also restart the system by simultaneously pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <De-
lete> keys.
MSI additionally provides two methods to enter the BIOS setup. You can click the “GO-
2BIOS” tab on “MSI Fast Boot” utility screen or press the physical “GO2BIOS" button
(optional) on the motherboard to enable the system going to BIOS setup directly at next
boot.
Click "GO2BIOS" tab on
"MSI Fast Boot" utility
screen.
Important
Please be sure to install the “MSI Fast Boot” utility before using it to enter the BIOS
setup.
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Overview
After entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed.
BIOS menu
selection
Temperature monitor
System
information
Boot device
priority bar
Menu display
BIOS menu
selection
Language
Virtual OC
Genie Button
My Favorites
XMP Button
▶BIOS menu selection
The following options are available:
■SETTINGS - Uses this menu to specify the parameters for chipset and boot
devices.
■OC - This menu contains the frequency and voltage adjustments. Increasing
the frequency can get better performance, however high frequency and heat
can cause instability, we do not recommend general users to overclock.
■M-FLASH - This menu provides the way to update BIOS with a USB ash disk.
■OC PROFILE -This menu is used to set various overclocking proles.
■HARDWARE MONITOR - This menu is used to set the speeds of fans and
monitor voltages of system.
■BOARD EXPLORER - It provides the information of the installed devices on
the motherboard.
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▶Virtual OC Genie Button
Enables or disables the OC Genie function by clicking on this button. When enabled,
this button will be light. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock with
MSI optimized overclocking prole.
Important
We recommend that you do not to make any modication in OC menu mode and do
not to load defaults after enabling the OC Genie function.
▶XMP Button
X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Prole) is the overclocking technology by memory module.
This button will be available when you install the memory modules that support X.M.P.
technology. Enables or disables the X.M.P. by clicking on this button.
▶Menu display
This area provides BIOS setting items and information to be congured.
▶Boot device priority bar
You can move the device icons to change the boot priority.
High priority Low priority
▶System information
Shows the time, date, CPU name, CPU frequency, DRAM frequency, DRAM capacity
and the BIOS version.
▶Language
Allows you to select the language of the BIOS setup.
▶Temperature monitor
Shows the temperatures of the processor and the motherboard.
▶My Favorites
Allows you to create your personal BIOS menu where you can save and access your
favorite/ frequently-used BIOS setting items.
■Default HomePage - Allows you to select a BIOS menu (e.g. Settings, OC...,etc)
as the BIOS home page.
■ Favorite1~5 - Allows you to add the frequently-used/ favorite BIOS setting items
in one page.
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Adding BIOS item to Favorite 1~5
1. Move the mouse cursor to highlight a BIOS setting item.
2. Right-click (or press "F2" key) and then choose a favorite menu (Favorite 1~5) to
add the BIOS item.
Choose a favorite menu
to add the BIOS item
Deleting BIOS item from Favorite 1~5
1. Move the mouse cursor to highlight a BIOS item in the Favorite 1~5 menu.
2. Right-click (or press "F2" key) and then click "Delete" to delete the BIOS item.
Click “Delete” to delete the BIOS item
Changing the order of BIOS items on Favorite 1~5
1. Enter the Favorite 1~5 menu.
2. Right-click (or press "F2" key) and then click "Menu lock".
3. Highlight an item and then click the arrow buttons (or press the up/ down arrow
keys) to change the item order.
4. Finally, click the lock button to x the order.
Arrow buttons Lock button
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Operation
You can control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table
lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations.
Hot key Mouse Description
<↑↓→← >
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Move the cursor
Select Item
<Enter>
Click/ Double-click
the left button
Select Icon/ Field
<Esc>
Click the right button
Jump to the Exit menu or return to the previous
from a submenu
<+> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<-> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F1> General Help
<F2> Favorites assistant
<F3> Enter My Favorites menu
<F4> CPU Specications
<F5> Enter Memory-Z
<F6> Load optimized defaults
<F8> Load Overclocking Prole
<F9> Save Overclocking Prole
<F10> Save Change and Reset
<F12> Save a screenshot to a FAT/FAT32 USB drive
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Updating BIOS
Updating the BIOS with M-FLASH
▶Before updating
Please download the latest BIOS le that matches your motherboard model from MSI
website. And then save the BIOS le into the USB ash disk.
Important
Only the FAT32/ NTFS format USB ash disk supports updating BIOS by M-FLASH.
▶Updating BIOS
1. Insert the USB ash disk that contains the BIOS update le into the computer.
2. Restart the system, and then press "Del" key to enter the BIOS Setup during
POST.
3. Enter the M-FLASH menu and then select the "Select one le to update BIOS and
ME”, and then select the BIOS update le to begin the BIOS update.
4. After the ashing process is 100% complete, the system will restart.
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SETTINGS
System Status
▶System Date
Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements.
The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>.
<day> Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only.
<month> The month from Jan. through Dec.
<date> The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys.
<year> The year can be adjusted by users.
▶System Time
Sets the system time. Use tab key to switch between time elements.
The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.
▶SATA Port
Show the information of connected SATA device.
Important
If the connected SATA device is not displayed, turn o computer and re-check SATA
cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard.
▶System Information
Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory
(read only).
▶DMI Information
Shows system information, desktop Board Information and chassis Information. (Read
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▶PCI Subsystem Settings
Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press <Enter> to enter the
sub-menu.
▶CPU PCI-E Lane Configuration [Auto]
It can help you conveniently and directly manage the conguration of the PCI-E
lanes from CPU.
▶PEG X - Gen X [Auto]
Sets PCI Express protocol for matching dierent installed devices. PEG0, PEG1,
PEG2 are as rst, second and third PCIe x16 slots.
[Auto] Enables all PCIe Gen1, Gen2 and Gen3. supports.
[Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only.
[Gen2] Enables PCIe Gen2 support only.
[Gen3] Enables PCIe Gen3 support only.
▶PCI Latency Timer [32]
Sets latency timer of PCI interface device.
[Options: 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, 248 PCI Bus clocks]
▶ACPI Settings
Sets ACPI parameters of onboard power LED behaviors. Press <Enter> to enter the
sub-menu.
▶Power LED [Blinking]
Sets shining behaviors of the onboard Power LED.
[Dual Color] The power LED turns to another color to indicate the S3 state.
[Blinking] The power LED blinks to indicate the S3 state.
▶Integrated Peripherals
Sets integrated peripherals' parameters, such as LAN, HDD, USB and audio. Press
<Enter> to enter the sub-menu.
▶Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller.
▶LAN Option ROM [Disabled]
Enables or disables the legacy network Boot Option ROM for detailed settings. This
item will appear when "Onboard LAN Controller" is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables the onboard LAN Boot ROM.
[Disabled] Disables the onboard LAN Boot ROM.
▶Network Stack [Disabled]
Sets UEFI network stack for optimizing IPv4 / IPv6 function.
[Enabled] Enables UEFI network stack.
[Disabled] Disables UEFI network stack.
▶Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled]
When “Enabled”, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv4 protocol. This item
will appear when “Network Stack” is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Ipv4 PXE boot support.
[Disabled] Disables the Ipv4 PXE boot support.
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▶Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled]
When “Enabled”, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item
will appear when “Network Stack” is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Ipv6 PXE boot support.
[Disabled] Disables the Ipv6 PXE boot support.
▶SATA Mode [AHCI Mode]
Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller.
[Disabled] Disables the SATA function.
[IDE Mode] Specify the IDE mode for SATA storage devices.
[AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced
Host Controller Interface) oers some advanced features to enhance
the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native
Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging.
[RAID Mode] Enables RAID function for SATA storage devices.
▶SATA X Hot Plug [Disabled]
Allows user to enable or disable the SATA hot plug support. This item will appear
when the “SATA Mode” set to [AHCI]/ [RAID].
[Enabled] Enables hot plug support for the SATA ports.
[Disabled] Disables hot plug support for the SATA ports.
▶External SATA 6Gb/s Controller Mode [AHCI]
Sets the operation mode of the external SATA controller.
[Disabled] Disables the SATA function.
[IDE] Specify the IDE mode for SATA storage devices.
[AHCI] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced
Host Controller Interface) oers some advanced features to enhance
the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native
Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging.
▶HD Audio Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard High Denition Audio controller.
▶HPET [Enabled]
Enables or disables the HPET (High Precision Event Timers) support.
▶Integrated Graphics Conguration
Adjusts integrated graphics settings for optimum system. Press <Enter> to enter the
sub-menu.
▶Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG]
Selects a graphics device as the primary boot device.
[IGD] Integrated Graphics Display.
[PEG] PCI-Express Graphics Device.
▶Integrated Graphics Share Memory [default]
Selects a xed amount of system memory allocated to the onboard graphics. This
item denes the exact memory size shared to the onboard graphics. [Options: 32M,
64M, 128M, 256M, 512M, 1024M]
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▶IGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled]
Enables or disables the multi-screen output from integrated graphics and external
graphics card.
[Enabled] Enables IGD multi-screen function.
[Disabled] Disables IGD multi-screen function.
▶Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology
Sets Intel ® Rapid Start Technology for optimizing the system resume operation. Press
<Enter> to enter the sub-menu.
▶Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled]
Intel® Rapid Start Technology lets the system resume from sleep mode quickly. This
function is available when an SSD is installed.
[Enabled] Enables Intel Rapid Start Technology.
[Disabled] Disables Intel Rapid Start Technology.
▶Entry on S3 RTC Wake [Enabled]
Enables or disables to support S3 RTC wake up with Intel Rapid Start Technology.
This item will appear when “Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology” is enabled.
[Enabled] Allows the system to enter the sleep mode with Intel Rapid Start
Technology.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
▶Entry After [10 minutes]
Sets a timer for system to enter the sleep mode with Intel Rapid Start
Technology. This item will appear when “Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology” is
enabled. [Options: 1 minute ~ 120 minutes]
▶Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled]
Enables or disables to support Active Page Threshold when the Rapid Start partition
size is less than the system DRAM size.
[Enabled] Enables the additional partition size of SSD for iRST.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
▶Active Memory Threshold
Sets Rapid Start partition size for Active Page Threshold. This item will appear when
“Active Page Threshold Support” is enabled.
Important
The partition size must be larger then the amount of memory.
▶Hybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled]
Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Start Technology to support hybrid hard disk
drive.
[Enabled] Enables hybrid hard disk support.
[Disabled] Disables hybrid hard disk support.
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▶RapidStart Display Save/Restore [Enabled]
Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Start Display screen to be saved or restored.
The screen will be saved before the system enters sleep mode. Then the system will
restore the screen when wakened.
[Enabled] Enables this function.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
▶RapidStart Display Type [BIOS Save/Restore]
Selects the screen type of Intel Rapid Start Display.
[BIOS Save/Restore] The BIOS POST splash screen will be saved/ restored.
[DeskTop Save/Restore] The desktop image will be saved/ restored.
▶LakeTiny Feature [Disabled]
Enables or disables Intel Lake Tiny feature with iRST for SSD. This item appears
when a installed CPU supports this function and "Intel C-State" is enabled.
[Enabled] Enhance the dynamic IO load adjusted performance for accelerating
the SSD speed.
[Disabled] Disables this feature.
▶USB Conguration
Sets the onboard USB controller and device function. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-
menu.
▶USB Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables all USB controller.
▶XHCI Hand-off [Enabled]
Enables or disables XHCI hand-o support for the operating system without XHCI
hand-o feature.
▶EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]
Enables or disables EHCI hand-o support for the operating system without EHCI
hand-o feature.
▶Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Sets Legacy USB function support.
[Auto] The system will automatically detect if any USB device is connected
and enables or disables the legacy USB support.
[Enabled] Enable the USB support for legacy operating systems that do not
support USB.
[Disabled] The USB devices are available only for UEFI applications.
▶Intel(R) Smart Connect Conguration
Sets Intel Smart Connect Technology for optimizing system network performance in
sleep mode. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.
▶Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology [Enabled]
Enables or disables Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology. This feature can update
applications (ex. email and social networks) by periodically waking your system from
sleep mode. And you do not need to wait for the applications to update when you
wake up the system.
[Enabled] Enables Intel smart connect technology.
[Disabled] Disables Intel smart connect technology.
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▶Power Management Setup
Sets system Power Management of EuP2013 and AC Power Loss behaviors. Press
<Enter> to enter the sub-menu.
▶EuP 2013 [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system power consumption according to EuP2013 regula-
tion.
[Enabled] Optimize the system power consumption according to EuP 2013 reg-
ulation.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
Note: When enabled, the system will not support S4 & S5 wake up by USB, PCI and
PCIe devices.
▶Restore after AC Power Loss [Power Off]
Sets the system behaviors while encountering the AC power loss.
[Power O] Leaves the system in power o state after restoring AC power.
[Power On] Boot up the system after restoring AC power.
[Last State] Restores the system to the previous state (power on/ power o)
before AC power loss.
▶On Function board LED Control [On]
Enables or disables the onboard non-function LEDs.
[On] Enables onboard non-function LEDs.
[O] Disables onboard non-function LEDs.
▶Windows 8/ 8.1 Conguration
Sets Windows 8/ 8.1 detailed conguration and behaviors. Press <Enter> to enter the
sub-menu.
▶Windows 8/ 8.1 Feature [Disabled]
Enables the supports for Windows 8 or disables for other operating systems. Before
enabling this item, make sure all installed devices & utilities (hardware & software)
should meet the Windows 8 requirements.
[Enabled] The system will switch to UEFI mode to meet the Windows 8
requirement.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
▶MSI Fast Boot [Disabled]
MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It will disable more devices to
speed up system boot time which is faster than the boot time of “Fast Boot”.
[Enabled] Enables the MSI Fast Boot function to speed up booting time. And the
following "Fast Boot" will be disabled and xed.
[Disabled] Disables MSI Fast Boot.
▶Fast Boot [Disabled]
Enables or disables the Windows 8 fast boot feature. This item will only be available
when "MSI Fast Boot" is disabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Fast Boot conguration to accelerate system boot time.
[Disabled] Disables the Fast Boot conguration.
Chapter 3
3-16BIOS Setup
▶Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI]
Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS in-
stallation requirement. This item will become unselectable and will be congured
automatically by BIOS when “Windows 8/ 8.1 Feature” is enabled.
[UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only.
[LEGACY+UEFI] Enables both Legacy BIOS boot mode and UEFI BIOS boot
mode.
▶FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities
Sets device priority for system boot.
▶Boot Option #1~N
These items are used to prioritize the installed boot devices.
Security
▶Administrator Password
Sets administrator password for system security. Enters the administrator password if
set; user has full rights to change the BIOS items.
▶User Password
Sets User Password for system security. Enters the user password if set; but user
might have limited rights to change the BIOS items.
Important
When selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear
on the screen. Type the password then press <Enter>. The password typed now will
replace any previous set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to
conrm the password. You may also press <Esc> to abort the selection.
To clear a set password, press <Enter> when you are prompted to enter a new
password. A message will conrm the password is being disabled. Once the password
is disabled, you can enter the setup and OS without authorization.
▶Trusted Computing
Sets TPM (Trusted Platform Module) function.
▶TPM SUPPORT [Disabled]
Enables or disables the TPM function to build the endorsement key for accessing
the system.
▶Chassis Intrusion Conguration
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.
▶Chassis Intrusion [Disabled]
This function will be available if the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch.
Once the chassis is opened, the system will record and issue a warning message.
To clear the warning message, set the item to [Reset], then it will return to [Enabled]
later. [Options: Disabled, Enabled, Reset]
Chapter 3
3-17 BIOS Setup
Save & Exit
▶Discard Changes and Exit
Exit BIOS setup without saving any change. This it is used to abandon all changes and
exit BIOS setup.
▶Save Changes and Reboot
This item is used to save all changes and reboot the system.
▶Save Changes
This item is used to save current changes.
▶Discard Changes
This item is used to discard current all changes and restore to the previous values.
▶Restore Defaults
This item is used to restore/ load all default values by the BIOS vendor.
▶Boot Override
The installed boot-able devices will appear on this menu, you can select one of them be
a boot device to start booting.
Chapter 3
3-18BIOS Setup
OC
Important
•
Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.
•
Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, can void your warranty or
severely damage your hardware.
•
If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC Genie for easy
overclocking.
▶Simple/Advanced Mode [Advanced]
Enables or disables the advanced OC settings in BIOS.
[Simple] Provides the regular OC settings in BIOS setup.
[Advanced] Provides the advanced OC settings for experienced users to congure in
BIOS setup.
Note: We use * as the symbol for the OC settings of Advanced mode.
▶Extreme OC Cong [Disabled]*
Helps to adjust BIOS setting that would unnecessary for extreme overclocking. Dis-
abling this item can provide original BIOS default settings.
< CPU Setting >
▶Adjust CPU Ratio [Auto]
Sets the CPU ratio that is used to determine CPU clock speed. This item can only be
changed if the processor supports this function.
▶Adjusted CPU Frequency
Shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only.
▶CPU Ratio Mode [Dynamic Mode]*
Selects the CPU Ratio operating mode. This item will appear when you set the CPU
ratio manually.
[Fixed Mode] Fixes the CPU ratio.
[Dynamic Mode] CPU ratio will be changed dynamically according to the CPU
loading.
Chapter 3
3-19 BIOS Setup
▶EIST [Enabled]*
Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel
® SpeedStep Technology. This item will be
available when "Adjust CPU Ratio" is set to [Auto].
[Enabled] Enables the EIST to adjust CPU voltage and core frequency dynami-
cally. It can decrease average power consumption and average heat
production.
[Disabled] Disables EIST.
▶Intel Turbo Boost [Enabled]*
Enables or disables the Intel
® Turbo Boost. This item appears when the installed CPU
supports this function.
[Enabled] Enables this function to boost CPU performance automatically above
rated specications when system request the highest performance state.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
▶Legacy Tweaking [Disabled]*
Enables or disabled to improve performance for legacy benchmarking application like
3DMark 01.
[Enabled] Enables this function for improving 3DMark 01 performance.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
▶OC Genie Function Control [By Onboard Button]
Enables the OC Genie function by virtual button in BIOS or physical button on moth-
erboard. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock the system with MSI
optimized overclocking prole.
[By BIOS Options] OC Genie function is enabled by clicking the virtual OC Genie
button at the top left corner of BIOS setup screen.
[By Onboard Button]OC Genie function is enabled by pressing the physical OC Genie
button on the motherboard.
▶OC Genie Switch [Gear1]
Selects a kind of overclocking proles for OC Genie Function. This item appears when
"OC Genie Function Control" sets to [By BIOS Options].
[Gear1] Enables Gear1 overclocking prole for overclocking. For normal users
using original fan.
[Gear2] Enables Gear2 overclocking prole for extreme overclocking. or OCers
using better heat dissipation fan such as liquid cooling or customized
one.
Important
•
We recommend that you do not to make any modication in OC menu and do not to
load defaults after enabling the OC Genie function.
•
Updating BIOS or clearing CMOS is not allowed in OC Genie mode, and it may
cause OC Genie function fail or other eect.
Chapter 3
3-20BIOS Setup
▶Adjust Ring Ratio [Auto]
Sets the ring ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.
▶Adjusted Ring Frequency
Shows the adjusted Ring frequency. Read-only.
▶Adjust GT Ratio [Auto]
Sets the integrated graphics ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.
▶Adjusted GT Frequency
Shows the adjusted integrated graphics frequency. Read-only.
< CPU BCLK Setting >
▶CPU Base Clock (MHz) [Default]
Sets the CPU Base clock. You may overclock the CPU by adjusting this value. Please
note that overclocking behavior and stability is not guaranteed. This item appears when
the installed processor supports this function.
▶Current CPU Base Clock Strap*
Shows the current CPU Base Clock Strap. Read only. This item appears when the
installed CPU supports this setting.
▶Adjust CPU Base Clock Strap [Auto]*
Sets the CPU Base Clock Strap. You may overclock the CPU Base Clock by adjusting
this value. Please note that overclocking behavior and stability is not guaranteed. This
item appears when the installed CPU supports this setting. If set to "Auto", BIOS will
congure this setting automatically.
▶CPU Base Clock Apply Mode [Auto]*
Sets the applying mode for adjusted CPU base clock.
[Auto] This setting will be congured automatically by BIOS.
[Next Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock at next boot.
[Immediate] CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immediately.
[During Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock during boot.
▶BCLK Amplitude [Auto]*
The BCLK Amplitude works for strengthen the signal of CPU BCLK and it would slightly
eect on CPU extreme overclocking. If set to “Auto”, BIOS will congure this setting
automatically.
▶CPU PCIE PLL [Auto]*
Selects a PLL (Phase Lock Loop) mode for CPU PCIe. This item appears when the
installed CPU supports this setting.
[Auto] This setting will be congured automatically by BIOS.
[LC PLL] Enables LC PLL for normal usage.
[SB PLL] Enables SB PLL for extreme overclocking.
Chapter 3
3-21 BIOS Setup
▶Filter PLL [Auto]*
Enables or disables the lter PLL for CPU. This item appears when the installed CPU
supports this setting.
[Auto] This setting will be congured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] Provides wide range of base clock for overclocking when base clock
strap be set to higher value.
[Disabled] Provides normal range of base clock.
< DRAM Setting >
▶DRAM Reference Clock [Auto]*
Sets the DRAM reference clock. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.
This item appears when a CPU that supports this adjustment is installed.
▶DRAM Frequency [Auto]
Sets the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed.
▶Adjusted DRAM Frequency
Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only.
▶Extreme Memory Prole (X.M.P) [Disabled]
X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Prole) is the overclocking technology by memory module.
This item will be available when you install the memory modules that support X.M.P.
technology.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
[Prole 1] Uses prole1 over-clocking settings of installed XMP memory module.
[Prole 2] Uses prole2 over-clocking settings of installed XMP memory module.
▶Load Memory Presets [Disabled]*
Selects the preset memory overclocking parameters, that includes voltage and timing,
by BIOS to optimize the installed memory performance.
Important
Manual tweaking or ne-tuning the memory parameters is preferred due to dierent
memory module type and quality.
▶Memory Try It ! [Disabled]
Memory Try It! works for improving memory compatibility or performance by choosing
optimized memory preset.
▶DRAM Timing Mode [Auto]
Selects the memory timing mode.
[Auto] DRAM timings will be determined based on SPD (Serial Presence
Detect) of installed memory modules.
[Link] Allows user to congure the DRAM timing manually for all memory
channel.
[UnLink] Allows user to congure the DRAM timing manually for respective
memory channel.
Chapter 3
3-22BIOS Setup
▶Advanced DRAM Conguration
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will be activated after setting [Link]
or [Unlink] in “DRAM Timing Mode”. User can set the memory timing for each memory
channel. The system may become unstable or unbootable after changing memory tim-
ing. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings. (Refer to
the Clear CMOS jumper/ button section to clear the CMOS data, and enter the BIOS to
load the default settings.)
▶DRAM Training Conguration*
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. Enables or disables the various training ways of
DRAM. The system may become unstable or unbootable after changing these items in
this sub-menu. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings.
(Refer to the Clear CMOS jumper/ button section to clear the CMOS data, and enter the
BIOS to load the default settings.)
▶Memory Fast Boot [Auto]
Enables or disables the initiation and training for memory every booting.
[Auto] This setting will be congured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] Memory will completely imitate the archive of rst initiation and rst
training. After that, the memory will not be initialed and trained when
booting to accelerate the system booting time.
[Disabled] The memory will be initialed and trained every booting.
< Voltage Setting >
▶DigitALL Power
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. Controls the digital powers related to CPU PWM.
▶VR 12VIN OCP Expander [Auto]
Expands the limitation of VR Over Current Protection with 12V input voltage. The
higher expanding value indicates less protection. Therefore, please adjust the
current carefully if needed, or it may damage the CPU/ VR MOS. If set to "Auto",
BIOS will congure this setting automatically.
▶CPU Phase Control [Auto]
Controls PWM phase proportionally to the CPU loading. If set to "Auto", BIOS will
optimize the CPU PWM phase automatically.
[Auto] This setting will be congured automatically by BIOS.
[Normal] Sets the normal power phase prole for CPU, it could provide a stable
system proformance and eective power-saving capability.
[Optimized] Sets the optimum power phase prole for CPU, it could provide the
system with an optimum power-saving capability.
[Disabled] Disables the PWM power phase switching feature.
▶CPU Vdroop Offset Control [Auto]
Sets a percentage of oset voltage for CPU vdroop. If set to "Auto", BIOS will con-
gure this setting automatically.
▶CPU Over Voltage Protection [Auto]
Sets the voltage limit for CPU over-voltage protection. If set to "Auto", BIOS will
congure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and
may damage the system.
▶CPU Under Voltage Protection [Auto]
Chapter 3
3-23 BIOS Setup
Sets the voltage limit for CPU under-voltage protection. If set to "Auto", BIOS will
congure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and may
damage the system.
▶CPU Over Current Protection [Auto]
Sets the current limit for CPU over-current protection.
[Auto] This setting will be congured automatically by BIOS.
[Enhanced] Extends the limitation of CPU over-current protection.
▶CPU Switching Frequency [Auto]
Sets the PWM working speed to stabilize CPU Core voltage and minimize ripple
range. Increasing the PWM working speed will cause higher temperature of
MOSFET. So please make sure a cooling solution is well-prepared for MOSFET
before you increase the value. If set to "Auto", BIOS will congure this setting
automatically.
▶CPU VRM Over Temperature Protection [Auto]
Sets the temperature limit on CPU VRM for over-temperature protection. The CPU
frequency may be throttled when CPU VRM over the specied temperature. If set to
"Auto", BIOS will congure this settings.
▶CPU Power Duty Control [Thermal Balance]
Selects the method of VRM control for CPU phase.
[Thermal Balance] Control the VRM with thermal balance mode.
[Current Balance] Control the VRM with current balance mode.
▶DRAM Phase Control [Auto]
Controls PWM phase proportionally to the DRAM loading. If set to "Auto", BIOS will
optimize the DRAM PWM phase automatically.
[Auto] This setting will be congured automatically by BIOS.
[Normal] Sets the normal power phase prole.
[Optimized] Sets the optimum power phase prole.
[Disabled] Disables the PWM power phase switching feature.
▶DRAM Vdroop Offset Control [Auto]
Sets a percentage of oset voltage for DRAM vdroop. If set to "Auto", BIOS will
congure this setting automatically.
▶DRAM Over Voltage Protection [Auto]
Sets the voltage limit for DRAM over-voltage protection. If set to "Auto", BIOS will
congure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and
may damage the system.
▶DRAM Under Voltage Protection [Auto]
Sets the voltage limit for DRAM under-voltage protection. If set to "Auto", BIOS will
congure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and may
damage the system.
▶DRAM Over Current Protection [Auto]
Sets the current limit for DRAM over-current protection.
[Auto] This setting will be congured automatically by BIOS.
[Enhanced] Extends the limitation of memory over-current protection.
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