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Unpacking
Thank you for buying the MSI
®
Z270 PC MATE/ H270 PC MATE/ B250 PC MATE
motherboard. Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items.
If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
Motherboard
Drivers & Utilities
Disc
Motherboard User
Guide
I/O Shield
SATA Cable x2
* These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice.
* The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased.
Unpacking
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Safety Information
y
The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly. y
Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start. y
Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. y
It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object before handling the motherboard. y
Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static pad whenever the motherboard is not installed. y
Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
y
Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user. y
If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer technician.
y
Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.
y
Keep this user guide for future reference.
y
Keep this motherboard away from humidity.
y
Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
y
Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord.
y
All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
y
If any of the following situations arises, get the motherboard checked by service personnel:
Liquid has penetrated into the computer.
The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.
The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user guide.
The motherboard has been dropped and damaged.
The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.
y
Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60 °C (140°F), it may damage the motherboard.
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Safety Information
Quick Start
Preparing Tools and Components
Intel
®
LGA 1151 CPU
CPU Fan Thermal Paste
DDR4 Memory
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
SATA DVD Drive
SATA Hard Disk Drive Graphics Card
Phillips Screwdriver
A Package of Screws
Quick Start
3
Installing a Processor
2
1
4
Quick Start
3
6
4
7
5 9
8
Installing DDR4 memory
1
3
2
2
1
3
DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMB1
DIMMA2
DIMMA1
Quick Start
5
Connecting the Front Panel Header
SW
RESET
POWER SW
HDD LED
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
2
1
JFP1
9
10
5
7
1
3
9
HDD LED +
HDD LED -
Reset Switch
Reset Switch
Reserved
6
8
2
4
10
Power LED +
Power LED -
Power Switch
Power Switch
No Pin
HDD LED
POWER LED
HDD LED -
HDD LED +
POWER LED -
POWER LED +
JFP1
6
Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard
1
2
Quick Start
7
Installing SATA Drives
2
1
3
5
4
8
Quick Start
Installing a Graphics Card
5
1
3
2
6
4
Quick Start
9
Connecting Peripheral Devices
10
Quick Start
Connecting the Power Connectors
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
Quick Start
11
Power On
2
3
4
1
12
Quick Start
Contents
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ....................................................... 32
JUSB3, JUSB4(optional): USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors ........................................... 33
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors ................................... 34
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 36
Contents
13
7/ 8.1/ 10.............................................................................. 63
Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM ........................................... 73
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Contents
Specifications
CPU
Chipset
Memory
Supports 6th/7th Gen Intel
®
Core™ i3/i5/i7 processors, and Intel
®
Pentium
®
and Celeron
®
processors for Socket
LGA1151
Intel
®
Z270/ H270/ B250 Chipset y
4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB
Z270 chipset + 7th Gen processors support DDR4
3800(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/
2600(OC)/ 2400/ 2133 MHz
Z270 chipset + 6th Gen processors support DDR4
3600(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2600(OC)/
2400(OC)/ 2133 MHz
H270/ B250 chipset + 7th Gen processors support DDR4
2400/ 2133 MHz
H270/ B250 chipset + 6th Gen processors support DDR4
2133 MHz y
Dual channel memory architecture y
Supports Intel ® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
Expansion Slots
Onboard Graphics
Multi-GPU y
2x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (supports x16/x4 mode)* y
3x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots** y
1x PCI slot
* The PCI_E4 slot will be unavailable when an M.2 PCIe SSD module has been installed in the M.2_2 slot.
** The PCI_E2/ PCI_E5 slot will be unavailable when an expansion card has been installed in the PCI_E3/ PCI1 slot.
y
1x HDMI™ port, supports a maximum resolution of
4096x2160@30Hz(7th CPU), 4096x2160@24Hz(6th CPU),
2560x1600@60Hz y
1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of
1920x1200@60Hz y
1x VGA port, supports a maximum resolution of
2048x1536@50Hz, 2048x1280@60Hz, 1920x1200@60Hz y
Supports 2-Way AMD
®
CrossFire™ Technology
Continued on next page
Specifications
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Storage
RAID (optional)
USB
Audio
LAN
Continued from previous page
Intel
®
Z270/ H270/ B250 Chipset y
6x SATA 6Gb/s ports* y
2x M.2 slots (Key M)
Support up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
Support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe U.2 SSD with Turbo U.2 Host
Card**
M2_1 slot supports 2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110 storage devices
M2_2 slot supports 2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices
Intel
®
Optane™ Memory Ready y
Supports Intel
®
Smart Response Technology for Intel
Core™ processors (optional)
* M.2 and SATA ports maximum support 2x M.2 PCIe SSDs + 6x SATA HDDs.
Please refer to page 31 for M.2 slots with examples of various combination possibilities.
** The Turbo U.2 Host Card is not included, please purchase separately.
Intel
®
Z270/ H270 Chipset y
Supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices y
Supports RAID 0 and RAID1 for M.2 PCIe storage devices*
* M.2 PCIe RAID volume can be created with M.2 GENIE. Please refer to page
42 for details about M.2 GENIE.
y
ASMedia
®
ASM2142 Chipset
1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C port on the back panel
1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-A port on the back panel y
Intel
®
Z270/ H270/ B250 Chipset
8x/ 6x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (4 Type-A ports on the back panel, 4/ 2 ports available through the internal USB connector) (optional)
6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB connector) y
Realtek
®
ALC887 Codec y
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
1x Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN controller
Continued on next page
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Specifications
Back Panel
Connectors
Internal Connectors
I/O Controller
Hardware Monitor
Form Factor
Continued from previous page y
1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port y
2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports y
1x VGA port y
1x DVI-D port y
1x HDMI™ port y
1x LAN (RJ45) port y
4x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports y
1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A port y
1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port y
3x audio jacks y
1x 24-pin ATX main power connector y
1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector y
6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors y
2x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) y
2x/ 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (support additional 4/ 2
USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) (optional) y
1x 4-pin CPU fan connector y
1x 4-pin water pump fan connector y
4x 4-pin system fan connectors y
1x Front panel audio connector y
2x Front panel connectors y
1x TPM module connector y
1x Chassis Intrusion connector y
1x Serial port connector y
1x Parallel port connector y
1x TBT connector y
1x Clear CMOS jumper
NUVOTON NCT6795 Controller Chip y
CPU/System temperature detection y
CPU/System fan speed detection y
CPU/System fan speed control y
ATX Form Factor y
12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.4 cm x 24.3 cm)
Continued on next page
Specifications
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BIOS Features
Software
MSI Exclusive
Features
Continued from previous page y
1x 128 Mb/ 64 Mb flash (optional) y
UEFI AMI BIOS y
ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.8
y
Multi-language y
Drivers y
COMMAND CENTER y
LIVE UPDATE 6 y
FAST BOOT y
SUPER CHARGER y
MYSTIC LIGHT y
RAMDISK y
X-BOOST y
MSI SMART TOOL y
NETWORK MANAGER y
Intel
®
Extreme Tuning Utility y
Norton™ Internet Security Solution y
Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive y
CLICK BIOS 5 (optional)
EZ Mode & Advanced Mode Switching
Board Explorer (optional)
Hardware Monitor y
COMMAND CENTER
System Monitor
Smart Fan Control y
RAMDISK y
LIVE UPDATE 6
Continued on next page
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Specifications
Specification
Highlights
Continued from previous page y
Isolated Audio PCB
EMI Shielding
High Quality Audio Capacitors
De-pop audio circuit y
DDR4 Boost Support
Dual-Channel DDR4 Memory Support
Isolated DDR4 Circuit Design
DDR4 XMP Ready y
PCI Express 3.0 Support
2-Way AMD CrossFireTM Support y
USB 3.1 Gen2 Ready
USB 3.1 Gen2 (10 Gb/s) Type-A Ready
USB 3.1 Gen2 (10 Gb/s) Type-C Ready
USB Power Delivery Profile 3 Support y
EZ Debug LED
Specifications
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Specification Comparison Table
Z270 PC MATE
H270 PC MATE
Chipest Z270
7th Gen processors support DDR4 frequency
(MHz)
3800(OC),
3600(OC),
3200(OC),
3000(OC),
2800(OC),
2600(OC), 2400,
2133
H270
2400, 2133
B250 PC MATE
B250
2400, 2133
6th Gen processors support DDR4 frequency
(MHz)
3600(OC),
3200(OC),
3000(OC),
2800(OC),
2600(OC),
2400(OC), 2133
2133 2133
Supports RAID 0,1,5,10 Yes
Supports Intel
®
Smart
Response Technology
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Intel
®
Optane™ Memory
Ready
M.2_1 & M.2_2 slots
USB 3.1 Gen1 internal connectors
2 (4 ports)
JUSB3 & JUSB4
M.2_1 & M.2_2 slots
M.2_2 slot
2 (4 ports)
JUSB3 & JUSB4
1 (2 ports)
JUSB3
BIOS capacity 128Mb
64Mb 64Mb
BIOS interface CLICK BIOS 5
CLICK BIOS CLICK BIOS
Board Explorer Yes
No No
OC GENIE 4 Yes
No No
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Specifications
Block Diagram
VGA DVI-D
Dual Channel DDR4 Memory
CPU
PCI Express Bus
M.2
SATA 6Gb/s
USB 3.1 Gen1
USB 2.0
Switch
Switch
DMI 3.0
LPC Bus
NV6795
Super I/O
Z270/ H270/ B250
P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard x1 x1
PCIe x1 slot
Switch
x1
PCIe x1 slot
PCIe x1 slot
Switch
PCI slot
PCI-E Bus x2
ASMEDIA
ASM2142
2 x USB 3.1 Gen2
Realtek
ALC887
Audio Jacks
Block Diagram
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Rear I/O Panel
PS/2
VGA
LAN
Line-out
Line-in
USB 3.1 Gen2
USB 2.0
DVI-D
USB 3.1 Gen1
USB 3.1
Gen2
Type-C
Mic in
LAN Port LED Status Table
Link/ Activity LED
Status
Off
Yellow
Blinking
Description
No link
Linked
Data activity
Speed LED
Status
Off
Green
Orange
Description
10 Mbps connection
100 Mbps connection
1 Gbps connection
Realtek HD Audio Manager
After installing the Realtek HD Audio driver, the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the system tray. Double click on the icon to launch.
Device
Selection Advanced
Settings
Jack Status
Application
Enhancement
Main Volume
Connector
Strings
Profiles
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Rear I/O Panel
y
Device Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related options. The check sign indicates the devices as default.
y
Application Enhancement - the array of options will provide you a complete guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.
y
Main Volume - controls the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.
y
Profiles - toggles between profiles.
y
Advanced Settings - provides the mechanism to deal with 2 independent audio streams.
y
Jack Status - depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your computer. y
Connector Settings - configures the connection settings.
Audio 7.1-channel Configuration
To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to connect front audio I/O module to JAUD1 connector and follow the below steps.
1.
Click on the Advanced Settings to open the dialog below.
2.
Select Mute the rear output device, when a front headphone plugged in.
3.
Plug your speakers to audio jacks on rear and front I/O panel. When you plug into a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you which device is current connected.
Rear I/O Panel
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Overview of Components
M2_1
PCI_E1
PCI_E2
JBAT1
PCI_E3
JCI1
PCI_E4
M2_2
PCI_E5
JTPM1
PCI1
CPU_PWR1
CPU Socket
SYS_FAN4
DIMMA1
CPU_FAN1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
PUMP_FAN1
SYS_FAN2
SYS_FAN1
EZ Debug LED
ATX_PWR1
JUSB3
JUSB4
SATA ▼1▲2
SATA4
SATA ▼5▲6
SATA3
JTBT1
JAUD1
SYS_FAN3
JCOM1
JLPT1
JUSB2
JUSB1
JFP2
JFP1
* JTBT1 is used to connect a specific card.
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Overview of Components
Component Contents
Port Name
Port Type
Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper
Page
Overview of Components
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CPU Socket
Introduction to the LGA 1151 CPU
The surface of the LGA 1151 CPU has two notches and a golden triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The golden triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.
Important
y
Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the CPU.
y
Please retain the CPU protective cap after installing the processor. MSI will deal with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard comes with the protective cap on the CPU socket.
y
When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability.
y
Confirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting your system.
y
Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure the cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Be sure to apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
y
Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering the socket with the plastic cap.
y
If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.
y
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. MSI
®
does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.
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Overview of Components
DIMM Slots
DIMMA1 DIMMB1
Channel A
DIMMA2
Memory module installation recommendation
Channel B
DIMMB2
DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMB1
DIMMA2
DIMMA1
Important
y
Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first.
y
Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less than the amount of installed.
y
Based on Intel CPU specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is suggested to protect the CPU.
y
Please note that the maximum capacity of addressable memory is 4GB or less for 32-bit Windows OS due to the memory address limitation. Therefore, we recommended that you to install 64-bit Windows OS if you want to install more than
4GB memory on the motherboard.
y
Some memory may operate at a lower frequency than the marked value when overclocking due to the memory frequency operates dependent on its Serial
Presence Detect (SPD). Go to BIOS and find the Memory Try It! to set the memory frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher frequency.
y
It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs installation or overclocking.
y
The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU and devices when overclocking.
Overview of Components
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PCI_E1~5, PCI1: PCIe/ PCI Expansion Slots
PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16
PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1
PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x1
PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x4
PCI_E5: PCIe 3.0 x1
PCI1: PCI slot
Multiple graphics cards installation recommendation
x16 x16 x4
Important
y
The PCI_E4 slot will be unavailable when an M.2 PCIe SSD module has been installed in the M.2_2 slot.
y
The PCI_E2/ PCI_E5 slot will be unavailable when an expansion card has been installed in the PCI_E3/ PCI1 slot.
y
If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI
Gaming Series Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight to prevent deformation of the slot.
y
For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.
y
When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion card ’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software changes.
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Overview of Components
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M)
Important
Intel
®
RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM, does not support Legacy ROM.
M2_1
M2_2
Installing M.2 module
1.
Remove the screw from the base screw.
2.
Remove the base screw.
3.
Tighten the base screw into the hole of the distance to the M.2 slot as the length your M.2 module.
4.
Insert your M.2 module into the M.2 slot at a
30-degree angle.
5.
Put the screw in the notch on the trailing edge of your M.2 module and tighten it into the base screw.
30 °
Overview of Components
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SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.
SATA3
SATA4
SATA2
SATA1
SATA6
SATA5
Important
y
The SATA1/ SATA5 port will be unavailable when an M.2 SATA SSD module has been installed in the M.2_1/ M.2_2 slot.
y
Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise.
y
SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it is recommended that the flat connector be connected to the motherboard for space saving purposes.
M.2 , SATA & PCIe combination table
Slot Available SATA connectors & PCIe slots
M2_1
M2_2
SATA1
SATA2
SATA3
SATA4
SATA5
PCIe
PCIe
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
SATA
PCIe
─
✓
✓
✓
✓
PCIe
SATA
✓
✓
✓
✓
─
SATA
SATA
─
✓
✓
✓
─
PCIe
─
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
SATA
─
─
✓
✓
✓
✓
─
PCIe
SATA6 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
PCI_E4 ─ ─ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
(SATA: M.2 SATA SSD, PCIe: M.2 PCIe SSD, ✓: available, ─: unavailable)
─
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
─
SATA
✓
✓
─
✓
✓
✓
✓
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Overview of Components
M.2 slots with examples of various combination possibilities
2xM.2 PCIe SSDs + 6xSATA HDDs
2xM.2 SATA SSDs + 4xSATA HDDs
PCIe
PCIe
1xM.2 SATA SSD + 1xM.2 PCIe SSD +
5xSATA HDDs
SATA
SATA
1xM.2 PCIe SSD + 6xSATA HDDs
PCIe
SATA
PCIe
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors
These connectors connect to the switches and LEDs on the front panel.
2 10
JFP1
1
3
5
7
9
1
HDD LED +
HDD LED -
Reset Switch
Reset Switch
Reserved
9
2
4
6
8
10
Power LED +
Power LED -
Power Switch
Power Switch
No Pin
1
JFP2
1
3
Speaker -
Buzzer -
2
4
Buzzer +
Speaker +
Overview of Components
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CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.
1
2
3
4
8
4
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
5
1
CPU_PWR1
5
6
7
8
+12V
+12V
+12V
+12V
12
1
24
13
ATX_PWR1
6
7
4
5
8
9
1
2
3
10
11
12
+3.3V
+3.3V
Ground
+5V
Ground
+5V
Ground
PWR OK
5VSB
+12V
+12V
+3.3V
18
19
16
17
20
21
13
14
15
22
23
24
Important
Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.
+3.3V
-12V
Ground
PS-ON#
Ground
Ground
Ground
Res
+5V
+5V
+5V
Ground
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector
This connector allows you to connect the optional serial port with bracket.
2 10
5
7
1
3
9
DCD
SOUT
Ground
RTS
RI
1
6
8
2
4
10
9
SIN
DTR
DSR
CTS
No Pin
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Overview of Components
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.
2 10
1 9
5
7
1
3
9
VCC
USB0-
USB0+
Ground
No Pin
6
8
2
4
10
VCC
USB1-
USB1+
Ground
NC
Important
y
Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.
y
In order to recharge your iPad,iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install
MSI
®
SUPER CHARGER utility.
JUSB3, JUSB4(optional): USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on the front panel.
10 11
1 20
7
8
5
6
9
10
3
4
1
2
Power
USB3_RX_DN
USB3_RX_DP
Ground
USB3_TX_C_DN
USB3_TX_C_DP
Ground
USB2.0-
USB2.0+
NC
17
18
15
16
19
20
13
14
11
12
USB2.0+
USB2.0-
Ground
USB3_TX_C_DP
USB3_TX_C_DN
Ground
USB3_RX_DP
USB3_RX_DN
Power
No Pin
Important
Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.
Overview of Components
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CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors
Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode and DC
Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage. When you plug a 3-pin (Non-PWM) fan to a PWM Mode fan connector, the fan speed will be always maintained at 100%, and that could be noisy.
PWM Mode fan connector
1 1
1
3
CPU_FAN1
Ground
Sense
2
4
PUMP_FAN1
+12V
Speed Control Signal
DC Mode fan connector
1
3
1
SYS_FAN1/ SYS_FAN2/ SYS_FAN4
Ground
Sense
2
4
1
SYS_FAN3
Voltage Control
NC
Switching fan mode and adjusting fan speed
You can switch between PWM mode and DC mode and adjust fan speed in BIOS >
HARDWARE MONITOR. (The picture below shows the HARDWARE MONITOR screen for
Z270 PC MATE, and that ’s different for H270 PC MATE and B250 PC MATE)
Select PWM mode or DC mode
There are gradient points of the fan speed that allow you to adjust fan speed in relation to CPU temperature.
Important
Make sure fans are working properly after switching the PWM/ DC mode.
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Overview of Components
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector
This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.
2 10
5
7
1
3
9
MIC L
MIC R
Head Phone R
SENSE_SEND
Head Phone L
1
6
8
2
4
10
9
Ground
NC
MIC Detection
No Pin
Head Phone Detection
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector
This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable.
Normal
(default)
Trigger the chassis intrusion event
Using chassis intrusion detector
1.
Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis.
2.
Close the chassis cover.
3.
Go to BIOS > Settings > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.
4.
Set Chassis Intrusion to Enabled.
5.
Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.
6.
Once the chassis cover is opened again, a warning message will be displayed on screen when the computer is turned on.
Resetting the chassis intrusion warning
1.
Go to BIOS > Settings > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.
2.
Set Chassis Intrusion to Reset.
3.
Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.
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JTPM1: TPM Module Connector
This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.
2 14
9
11
13
5
7
1
3
1
LPC Clock
LPC Reset
LPC address & data pin0
LPC address & data pin1
LPC address & data pin2
LPC address & data pin3
LPC Frame
13
10
12
14
6
8
2
4
3V Standby power
3.3V Power
Serial IRQ
5V Power
No Pin
Ground
Ground
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper
There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear the CMOS memory.
Keep Data
(default)
Resetting BIOS to default values
1.
Power off the computer and unplug the power cord
2.
Use a jumper cap to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds.
3.
Remove the jumper cap from JBAT1.
4.
Plug the power cord and power on the computer.
Clear CMOS/
Reset BIOS
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JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector
This connector allows you to connect the optional parallel port with bracket.
13
16
7
10
19
22
1
4
25
RSTB#
ERR#
PRND2
Ground
PRND5
Ground
ACK#
Ground
SLCT
2
1
14
17
8
11
20
23
2
5
26
26
AFD#
PRND1
LPT_SLIN#
PRND4
Ground
PRND7
Ground
PE
No Pin
25
15
18
9
12
21
24
3
6
PRND0
PINIT#
PRND3
Ground
PRND6
Ground
BUSY
Ground
EZ Debug LED
These LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard.
CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail.
DRAM - indicates DRAM is not detected or fail.
VGA - indicates GPU is not detected or fail.
BOOT - indicates the booting device is not detected or fail.
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BIOS Setup
Z270 PC MATE, H270 PC MATE and B250 PC MATE provide different BIOS user interface CLICK BIOS 5 and CLICK BIOS. However, BIOS functions are the same. In this chapter we will use CLICK BIOS 5 to describe BIOS functions.
CLICK BIOS 5
Z270 PC MATE provides CLICK BIOS 5 interface shown below.
CLICK BIOS
H270 PC MATE and B250 PC MATE provide CLICK BIOS interface shown below.
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Using BIOS
The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal conditions. You should always keep the default settings to avoid possible system damage or failure booting unless you are familiar with BIOS.
Important
y
BIOS items are continuously update for better system performance. Therefore, the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be for reference only. You could also refer to the HELP information panel for BIOS item description.
y
The pictures in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
Entering BIOS Setup
Please refer the following methods to enter BIOS setup. y
Press Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot
Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process.
y
Use MSI FAST BOOT application. Click on GO2BIOS button and choose OK. The system will reboot and enter BIOS setup directly.
Click on GO2BIOS
Function key
Key Function Key Function
F1 General Help F2 Add/ Remove a favorite item
F3
F5
F7
Enter Favorites menu
Enter Memory-Z menu
Switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode
Save Overclocking Profile
F4
F6
F8
Enter CPU Specifications menu
Load optimized defaults
Load Overclocking Profile
F9 F10 Save Change and Reset*
F12 Take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).
* When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice.
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Resetting BIOS
You might need to restore the default BIOS setting to solve certain problems. There are several ways to reset BIOS: y
Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults.
y
Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard.
Important
Be sure the computer is off before clearing CMOS data. Please refer to the Clear
CMOS jumper section for resetting BIOS.
Updating BIOS
Updating BIOS with M-FLASH
Before updating:
Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive.
Updating BIOS:
1.
Press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup during POST.
2.
Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.
3.
Select the M-FLASH tab and click on Yes to reboot the system and enter the flash mode.
4.
Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.
5.
After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot automatically.
Updating the BIOS with Live Update 6
Before updating:
Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the Internet connection is set properly.
Updating BIOS:
1.
Install and launch MSI LIVE UPDATE 6.
2.
Select Manual scan.
3.
Check MB BIOS box and click on Scan button.
4.
Select the MB BIOS and click on icon to download and install the latest BIOS file.
5.
Click Next and choose In Windows mode. And then click Next and Start to start updating BIOS.
6.
After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart automatically.
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EZ Mode
At EZ mode, it provides the basic system information and allows you to configure the basic setting. To configure the advanced BIOS settings, please enter the Advanced
Mode by pressing the Setup Mode switch or F7 function key.
Screenshot
XMP switch Setup Mode switch Search
Language
System information
OC GENIE 4 switch
Boot device priority bar
Information display
M-Flash
Favorites
Hardware
Monitor
Function buttons y
OC GENIE 4 switch - click on it to toggle the OC GENIE 4 for OC.
Important
Please don ’t make any changes in OC menu and don’t load defaults to keep the optimal performance and system stability after activating the OC GENIE 4 function.
y
XMP switch - click on the inner circle to enable/ disable the X.M.P. (Extreme Memory
Profile). Switch the outer circle to select the X.M.P. profile. This switch will only be available if the X.M.P. supported memory module is installed.
y
Setup Mode switch - press this tab or the F7 key to switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode.
y
Screenshot - click on this tab or the F12 key to take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).
y
Search - click on this tab or the Ctrl+F keys and the search page will show. It allows you to search by BIOS item name, enter the item name to find the item listing. Move the mouse over a blank space and right click the mouse to exit search page.
Important
In search page, only the F6, F10 and F12 function keys are available. y
Language - allows you to select the language of BIOS setup.
y
System information - shows the CPU/ DDR speed, CPU/ MB temperature, MB/ CPU type, memory size, CPU/ DDR voltage, BIOS version and build date. y
Boot device priority bar - you can move the device icons to change the boot priority.
The boot priority from high to low is left to right.
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y
Information display - click on the CPU, Memory, Storage, Fan Info and Help buttons on left side to display related information. y
Function buttons - enable or disable the LAN Option ROM, M.2 Genie, HD audio
controller, AHCI, RAID, CPU Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by clicking on their respective button.
M.2 GENIE is an user-friendly and easiest way to build the M.2 SSDs in RAID 0 automatically. If you using M.2 PCIe SSDs with M.2 GEINE function can greatly improves read and write performances for many applications. You just need to click on the M.2 GENIE button to build the RAID 0 volume for M.2 SSDs. After the
RAID 0 volume creating is done, the system will reboot and you can start to install the operating system.
Important
y
Please note that you must install M.2 SSDs of the same model and type in the M.2 slots to create the RAID 0 volume.
y
During windows setup, the RAID driver may be required and you can find the RAID driver in MSI Driver Disc. y
You can use MSI SMART TOOL to build the Windows
® that includes RAID driver.
7/ 8.1/ 10 installation drive y
If your system currently boots to M.2 SSD RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the UEFI BIOS, your system will become un-bootable.
y
M-Flash - click on this button to display the M-Flash menu that provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive.
y
Hardware Monitor - click on this button to display the Hardware Monitor menu that allows you to manually control the fan speed by percentage.
y
Favorites - press the Favorites tab or the F3 key to enter Favorites menu. It allows you to create personal BIOS menu where you can save and access 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.
To add a BIOS item to a favorite page (Favorite 1~5)
1.
Move the mouse over a BIOS item not only on BIOS menu but also on search page.
2.
Right-click or press F2 key.
3.
Choose a favorite page and click on OK.
To delete a BIOS item from favorite page
1.
Move the mouse over a BIOS item on favorite page (Favorite 1~5)
2.
Right-click or press F2 key.
3.
Choose Delete and click on OK.
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Advanced Mode
Press Setup Mode switch or F7 function key can switch between EZ Mode and
Advanced Mode in BIOS setup.
Screenshot
XMP switch Setup Mode switch Search
Language
System information
OC GENIE 4 switch
Boot device priority bar
BIOS menu selection
BIOS menu selection
Menu display y
OC GENIE 4 switch/ XMP switch/ Setup Mode switch/ Screenshot/ Favorites/
Language/ System information/ Boot device priority bar - please refer to the descriptions of EZ Mode Overview section. y
BIOS menu selection - the following options are available:
SETTINGS - allows you to specify the parameters for chipset and boot devices.
OC - allows you to adjust the frequency and voltage. Increasing the frequency may get better performance.
M-FLASH - provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive.
OC PROFILE - allows you to manage overclocking profiles.
HARDWARE MONITOR - allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages of system.
BOARD EXPLORER - provides the information of installed devices on this motherboard. y
Menu display - provides BIOS setting items and information to be configured.
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SETTINGS
System Status
f
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>
<year>
The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys.
The year can be adjusted by users. f
System Time
Sets the system time. Use tab key to switch between time elements.
The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>. f
SATA PortX
Shows the information of connected SATA device.
Important
If the connected SATA device is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard.
f
System Information
Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory
(read only).
f
DMI Information
Shows system information, desktop Board Information and chassis Information. (Read only).
Advanced
f
PCI Subsystem Settings
Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.
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f
PEG X - Max Link Speed [Auto]
Sets PCI Express protocol of PCIe x16 slots for matching different installed devices.
[Auto] This item will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only.
[Gen2]
[Gen3]
Enables PCIe Gen2 support only.
Enables PCIe Gen3 support only.
f
PCI Latency Timer [32]
Sets latency timer of PCI interface device.
[Options: 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, 248 PCI Bus clocks] f
Above 4G Decoding [Disabled]
Enables or disables 64-bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4G address space. It is only available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding.
f
ACPI Settings
Sets ACPI parameters of onboard power LED behaviors. Press Enter to enter the submenu. f
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.
f
Integrated Peripherals
Sets integrated peripherals' parameters, such as LAN, HDD, USB and audio. Press
Enter to enter the sub-menu. f
Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller.
f
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.
f
Network Stack [Disabled]
Sets UEFI network stack for optimizing IPv4 / IPv6 function.
[Enabled] Enables UEFI network stack.
[Disabled] Disables UEFI network stack.
f
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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f
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.
f
SATA Mode [AHCI Mode]
Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller.
[AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced
Host Controller Interface) offers 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.
f
M2_1/ M2_2-RST Pcie Storage Remapping [Disabled]
Enables or disables Intel Rapid Storage Technology for M.2 PCIe devices. f
M.2 Genie [Disabled]
Enables or disables M.2 storage to build RAID volume.
f
SATAx Hot Plug [Disabled]
Allows user to enable or disable the SATA hot plug support.
[Enabled] Enables hot plug support for the SATA ports.
[Disabled] Disables hot plug support for the SATA ports.
f
HD Audio Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard High Definition Audio controller.
f
HPET [Enabled]
Enables or disables the HPET (High Precision Event Timers) support.
f
Integrated Graphics Configuration
Adjusts integrated graphics settings for optimum system. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.
f
Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG]
Selects a graphics device as the primary boot device.
[IGD] Integrated Graphics Display.
[PEG] PCI-Express Graphics Device.
f
Integrated Graphics Share Memory [64M]
Selects a fixed amount of system memory allocated to the onboard graphics. This item will appear when IGD Multi-Monitor is enabled. f
IGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled]
Enables or disables the multi-screen output from integrated graphics and external graphics card. This item appears when Initiate Graphic Adapter set to PEG.
[Enabled] Enables multi-screen function for both integrated and external graphics cards.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
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f
Intel(R) Thunderbolt [Fully Disabled]
f
Thunderbolt(TM) Support
Enables or disables Thunderbolt™ support.
f
USB Configuration
Sets the onboard USB controller and device function. Press Enter to enter the submenu. f
USB Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables all USB controller.
f
XHCI Hand-off [Diasbled]
Enables or disables XHCI hand-off support for the operating system without XHCI hand-off feature. f
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Sets Legacy USB function support.
[Auto] The system will automatically detect if any USB device is connected and enable the legacy USB support.
[Enabled] Enable the USB support under legacy mode.
[Disabled] The USB devices will be unavailable under legacy mode.
f
USB Speed Optimization [Auto]
Enables or Disables the USB speed optimization. If set to Auto, BIOS will optimize the USB speed automatically.
f
Super IO Configuration
Sets system Super I/O chip parameters including LPT and COM ports. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.
f
Serial (COM) Port x Configuration
Sets detailed configuration of serial(COM) port x. Press <Enter> to enter the submenu.
f
Serial (COM) Port x [Enabled]
Enables or disables serial (COM) port x.
f
Serial (COM) Port x Settings [Auto]
Sets serial port x (COM). If set to Auto, BIOS will optimize the IRQ automatically or you can set it manually.
f
Parallel (LPT) Port Configuration
Sets detailed configuration of parallel port (LPT). Press <Enter> to enter the submenu.
f
Parallel (LPT) Port [Enabled]
Enables or disables parallel(LPT) port.
f
Parallel (LPT) Port Settings [Auto]
Sets parallel port (LPT). If set to Auto, BIOS will optimize the IRQ automatically or you can set it manually.
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f
Device Mode [STD Printer Mode]
Selects an operating mode for parallel port.
[STD Printer Mode] Printer port mode
[SPP]
[EPP-1.9/ 1.7 + SPP]
[ECP]
[ECP + EPP-1.9/ 1.7]
Standard Parallel Port mode
Enhanced Parallel Port-1.9/ 1.7 mode + Standard
Parallel Port mode.
Extended Capability Port mode
Extended Capability Port mode + Enhanced Parallel
Port-1.9/ 1.7 mode.
f
Power Management Setup
Sets system Power Management of EuP2013 and AC Power Loss behaviors. Press
Enter to enter the sub-menu. f
EuP 2013 [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system power consumption according to EuP2013 regulation.
[Enabled] Optimize the system power consumption according to EuP 2013 regulation. It will not support S4 & S5 wake up by USB, PCI and PCIe devices.
[Disabled] Disables this function. f
Restore after AC Power Loss [Power Off]
Sets the system behaviors while encountering the AC power loss.
[Power Off] Leaves the system in power off 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 off) before AC power loss.
f
System Power Fault Protection [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system to boot up when detecting abnormal voltage input.
[Enabled] Protect the system from unexpected power operation and remain the shut down status.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Windows OS Configuration
Sets Windows OS detailed configuration and behaviors. Press Enter to enter the submenu. f
Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support [Disabled]
Enables the supports for Windows 8.1/ 10 or disables for other operating systems.
Before enabling this item, make sure all installed devices & utilities (hardware & software) should meet the Windows 8.1/ 10 requirements.
[Enabled] The system will switch to UEFI mode to meet the Windows equirement.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
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f
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 field will be disabled and fixed.
[Disabled] Disables MSI Fast Boot.
Important
When MSI Fast Boot is enabled, you can use MSI FAST BOOT application to enter BIOS setup if needed. Please refer Entering BIOS Setup section for details. f
Fast Boot [Enabled/ windows 8.1/ 10, Disabled/ windows7]
Enables or disables the fast boot feature for Windows 8.1/ 10. This item will only be available when MSI Fast Boot is disabled.
[Enabled] Enables the Fast Boot configuration to accelerate system boot time.
[Disabled] Disables the Fast Boot configuration.
f
Internal GOP Configuration
Manages the onboard Graphics Output Protocol (GOP). Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support is enabled.
f
Secure Boot
Sets the Windows secure boot to prevent the unauthorized accessing. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL
Support is enabled.
f
Secure Boot Support [Disabled]
Enables or disables secure boot support.
[Enabled] Enables the secure boot function and allow you to set the secure boot settings.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Secure Boot Mode [Standard]
Selects the secure boot mode. This item is to select how the secure boot keys be loaded. This item appears when Secure Boot Support is enabled.
[Standard] The system will automatically load the secure keys from BIOS.
[Custom] Allows user to configure the secure boot settings and manually load the secure keys.
f
Key Management
Manages the secure boot keys. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This submenu will appear when Secure Boot Mode sets to Custom.
f
Wake Up Event Setup
Sets system wake up behaviors for different sleep modes. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.
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f
Wake Up Event By [BIOS]
Selects the wake up event by BIOS or operating system.
[BIOS] Activates the following items, set wake up events of these items.
[OS] The wake up events will be defined by OS.
f
Resume By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Disables or enables the system wake up by RTC Alarm.
[Enabled] Enables the system to boot up on a scheduled time/ date.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Date (of month) Alarm/ Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm
Sets RTC alarm date/ Time. If Resume By RTC Alarm is set to [Enabled], the system will automatically resume (boot up) on a specified date/hour/minute/second in these fields (using the + and - keys to select the date & time settings).
f
Resume By PCI-E Device [Disabled]
Enables or disables the wake up function of installed PCI-E expansion cards, integrated LAN controllers or USB devices which are supported by third party integrated chips.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes when activity or input signal of PCIe device is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Resume By Onboard Intel LAN [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system wake up by Onboard Intel LAN.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes when activity or input signal of Intel LAN device is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Resume by USB Device [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system wake up by USB devices.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from sleep state when activity of
USB device is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 mouse.
[Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when activity of PS/2 mouse is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 keyboard.
[Any Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when activity of any key on PS/2 keyboard is detected.
[Hot Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when activity of hot key on PS/2 keyboard is detected.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
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Hot Key [Ctrl+Space]
Selects a combination of keys as a hot key to wake the system. This item appears when you set the Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard to Hot Key.
f
Intel ( R ) Ethernet Connection 1219-V -(MAC
Shows driver information and configuration of the ethernet controller parameter.
Boot
Sets the sequence of system boot devices.
f
Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled]
Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST.
[Enabled] Shows the logo in full screen.
[Disabled] Shows the POST messages.
f
GO2BIOS [Disabled]
Allows system to enter BIOS setup directly by pressing the Power button for 4 sec pon bootup.
[Enabled] The system boots straight to the BIOS setup by long pressing the power button about 4 seconds when the system is off.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Bootup NumLock State [On]
Select the keyboard NumLock state upon bootup.
f
Info Block effect [Unlock]
Sets the state of Help information block.
[Unlock] Sliding effect.
[Lock] Fix the Help information block on the screen.
f
AUTO CLR_CMOS [Disabled]
Enables or disables the CMOS data to be resumed automatically when the booting process hang-up over 5 seconds.
f
Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI]
Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS installation requirement. This item will become un-selectable and will be configured automatically by BIOS when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support is enabled.
[UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only.
[LEGACY+UEFI] Enables both Legacy BIOS boot mode and UEFI BIOS boot
mode.
f
FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities
Sets device priority for system boot.
f
Boot Option Priorities
These items are used to prioritize the installed boot devices.
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Security
f
Administrator Password
Sets administrator password for system security. User has full rights to change the
BIOS items with administrator password. After setting the administrator password, the f
User Password
Sets User Password for system security. User has limited rights to change the BIOS items with user password. This item will be available when administrator password is f
Password Check [Setup]
Selects a condition that will request the password.
[Setup] A password will be requested for entering the BIOS Setup.
[Boot] A password will be requested for booting the system. f
Password Clear [Enabled]
Enables or disables the clear CMOS behavior to clear a set password.
[Enabled] The password will be erased after clear CMOS.
[Disabled] The password will always be kept.
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 confirm 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 confirm the password is being disabled. Once the password is disabled, you can enter the setup and OS without authorization.
f
Trusted Computing
Sets TPM (Trusted Platform Module) function. f
Security Device Support [Disabled]
Enables or disables the TPM function to build the endorsement key for accessing the system.
f
Chassis Intrusion Configuration
Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. f
Chassis Intrusion [Disabled]
Enables or disables recording messages when the chassis is opened. This function is ready for the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch.
[Enabled] Once the chassis is opened, the system will record and issue a warning message.
[Reset] Clear the warning message. After clearing the message, please return to Enabled or Disabled.
[Disabled] Disables this funcion.
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Save & Exit
f
Discard Changes and Exit
Exit BIOS setup without saving any change. f
Save Changes and Reboot
Save all changes and reboot the system. f
Save Changes
Save current changes.
f
Discard Changes
Discard all changes and restore to the previous values.
f
Restore Defaults
Restore or load all default values.
f
Boot Override
The installed bootable devices will appear on this menu, you can select one of them to be the boot device.
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OC
Important
y
Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.
y
Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, it could void your warranty or severely damage your hardware.
y
If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC GENIE 4 function for easy overclocking.
f
OC Explore Mode [Normal]
Enables or disables to show the normal or expert version of OC settings.
[Normal]
[Expert]
Provides the regular OC settings in BIOS setup.
Provides the advanced OC settings for OC expert to configure in BIOS setup.
Note: We use * as the symbol for the OC settings of Expert mode.
f
CPU Ratio Apply Mode [All Core]*
Sets applied mode for CPU ratio. This item only appears when a CPU that supports
Turbo Boost is installed.
[All Core] Activate the CPU Ratio field. All CPU cores will run the same CPU ratio that be set in CPU Ratio.
[Per Core] Activate the X-Core Ratio Limit field. Sets each CPU core ratio separately in X-Core Ratio Limit. f
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.
f
1/2/3/4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto]*
Allows you to set the CPU ratios for different number of active cores. These items only appear when a CPU that support this function is installed. f
Adjusted CPU Frequency
Shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only.
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f
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.
f
Ring Ratio [Auto]
Sets the ring ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU. f
Adjusted Ring Frequency
Shows the adjusted Ring frequency. Read-only.
f
GT Ratio [Auto]
Sets the integrated graphics ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed
CPU. f
Adjusted GT Frequency
Shows the adjusted integrated graphics frequency. Read-only.
f
Misc Setting*
Press Enter, + or - key to open or close the following 3 items related to CPU features. f
EIST [Enabled]*
Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel
®
SpeedStep Technology.
[Enabled] Enables the EIST to adjust CPU voltage and core frequency dynamically. It can decrease average power consumption and average heat production.
[Disabled] Disables EIST. f
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 specifications when system request the highest performance state.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
CPU Base Clock (MHz)
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. f
CPU Base Clock Apply Mode [Auto]*
Sets the applying mode for adjusted CPU base clock.
[Auto] This setting will be configured 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.
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f
Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) [Disabled]
X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Profile) is the overclocking technology by memory module.
Please enable XMP or select a profile of memory module for overclocking the memory.
This item will be available when the memory modules that support X.M.P. is installed.
f
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. f
DRAM Frequency [Auto]
Sets the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed.
f
Adjusted DRAM Frequency
Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only. f
Memory Try It ! [Disabled]
It improve memory compatibility or performance by choosing optimized memory preset.
f
Advanced DRAM Configuration
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the memory timing for each/ all memory channel. The system may become un-stable or un-bootable after changing memory timing. 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.) f
Memory Fast Boot [Auto]*
Enables or disables the initiation and training for memory every booting.
[Auto] The setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Enabled] System will completely keep the archives of first intiation and training for memory. So 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. f
CPU Core/ GT Voltage Mode [Auto]*
Selects the control mode for CPU Core/ GT voltages.
[Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
[Adaptive Mode] Sets the adaptive voltage automatically for optimizing the system
performance.
[Override Mode] Allows you to set the voltage manually.
[Offset Mode] Allows you to set the offset voltage and select the voltage offset
mode.
[Adaptive + Offset ] Sets the adaptive voltage automatically and allows you to set the offset voltage.
[Override + Offset ] Allows you to set the voltage and the offset voltage manually.
f
CPU Voltages control [Auto]
These options allows you to set the voltages related to CPU. If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.
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f
DRAM Voltages control [Auto]
These options allows you to set the voltages related to memory. If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually. f
PCH Voltages control [Auto] (optional)
These options allows you to set the voltages related to PCH. If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually. f
OC Quick View Timer [3 Sec]*
Sets the duration of OC setting values showed on the screen.
f
CPU Specifications
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays the information of installed CPU. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F4].
Read only.
f
CPU Technology Support
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu shows the key features of installed CPU. Read only.
f
MEMORY-Z
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays all the settings and timings of installed memory. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F5]. f
DIMM1~4 Memory SPD
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu displays the information of installed memory. Read only.
f
CPU Features
Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.
f
Hyper-Threading [Enabled]
Intel Hyper-Threading technology treats the multi cores inside the processor as multi logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. This item appears when the installed
CPU supports this technology.
[Enable] Enables Intel Hyper-Threading technology.
[Disabled] Disables this item if the system does not support HT function.
f
Active Processor Cores Control [All]
Allows you to select the number of active CPU cores. f
Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]
Enables or disables the extended CPUID value.
[Enabled] BIOS limits the maximum CPUID input value to circumvent boot problems with older operating system that do not support the processor with extended CPUID value.
[Disabled] Use the actual maximum CPUID input value.
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f
Intel Virtualization Tech [Enabled]
Enables or disables Intel Virtualization technology.
[Enabled] Enables Intel Virtualization technology and allows a platform to run multiple operating systems in independent partitions. The system can function as multiple systems virtually.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Intel VT-D Tech [Disabled]
Enables or disables Intel VT-D (Intel Virtualization for Directed I/O) technology. f
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]
Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher (MLC Streamer prefetcher).
[Enabled] Allows the hardware prefetcher to automatically pre-fetch data and instructions into L2 cache from memory for tuning the CPU performance.
[Disabled] Disables the hardware prefetcher.
f
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]
Enables or disables the CPU hardware prefetcher (MLC Spatial prefetcher).
[Enabled] Enables adjacent cache line prefetching for reducing the cache latency time and tuning the performance to the specific application.
[Disabled] Enables the requested cache line only.
f
CPU AES Instructions [Enabled]
Enables or disables the CPU AES (Advanced Encryption Standard-New
Instructions) support. This item appears when a CPU supports this function.
f
Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled]
Enables or disables the Intel adaptive thermal monitor function to protect the CPU from overheating.
[Enabled] Throttles down the CPU core clock speed when the CPU is over the adaptive temperature.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Intel C-State [Auto]
Enables or disables the Intel C-state. C-state is a processor power management technology defined by ACPI.
[Auto]
[Enabled]
This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS.
Detects the idle state of system and reduce CPU power consumption accordingly.
[Disabled] Disable this function.
f
C1E Support [Disabled]
Enables or disables the C1E function for power-saving in halt state. This item appears when Intel C-State is enabled.
[Enabled] Enables C1E function to reduce the CPU frequency and voltage for power-saving in halt state.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
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f
Package C State limit [Auto]
This item allows you to select a CPU C-state level for power-saving when system is idle. The options of C-state depend on the installed CPU. This item appears when
Intel C-State is enabled.
f
CFG Lock [Enabled]
Lock or un-lock the MSR 0xE2[15], CFG lock bit.
[Enabled] Locks the CFG lock bit.
[Disabled] Un-locks the CFG lock bit. f
EIST [Enabled]
Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel
®
SpeedStep Technology. This item will appear when OC Explore Mode is set to Normal.
[Enabled] Enables the EIST to adjust CPU voltage and core frequency dynamically. It can decrease average power consumption and average heat production.
[Disabled] Disables EIST. f
Intel Turbo Boost [Enabled]
Enables or disables the Intel
®
Turbo Boost. This item is for Normal mode and appears when a CPU that support Turbo Boost is installed.
[Enabled] Enables this function to boost CPU performance automatically over specification when system request the highest performance state.
[Disabled] Disables this function.
f
Long Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto]
Sets the long duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.
f
Long Duration Maintained (s) [Auto]
Sets the maintaining time for Long duration power Limit(W). f
Short Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto]
Sets the short duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.
f
CPU Current Limit (A) [Auto]
Sets maximum current limit of CPU package in Turbo Boost mode. When the current is over the specified value, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency for reducing the current.
f
FCLK Frequency [Auto]
Sets FCLK frequency. Lower FCLK frequency may help you to set higher base clock frequency.
f
DMI Link Speed [Auto]
Sets DMI speed.
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M-FLASH
M-FLASH provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Please down-load the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website, save the
BIOS file into your USB flash drive. And then follow the steps below to update BIOS.
1.
Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.
2.
Click on M-FLASH tab, a demand message will be prompted. Click on Yes to reboot and enter the flash mode.
3.
The system will enter the flash mode and a file selection menu will appear after rebooting.
4.
Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.
5.
After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot automatically.
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OC PROFILE
f
Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press <Enter> to enter the submenu.
f
Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Name the current overclocking profile. f
Save Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Save the current overclocking profile.
f
Load Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Load the current overclocking profile.
f
Clear Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6
Clear the current overclocking profile.
f
OC Profile Load from ROM
Load OC profile from BIOS ROM.
f
OC Profile Save to USB
Save OC profile to the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive should be FAT/ FAT32 format only.
f
OC Profile Load from USB
Load OC profile from the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive should be FAT/ FAT32 format only.
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HARDWARE MONITOR
Temperature
& Speed
Fan Manage
Setting
Buttons
Voltage display f
Temperature & Speed
Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds.
f
Fan Manage
PWM - allows you to select the PWM mode for fan operation.
DC - allows you to select the DC mode for fan operation.
Fan step up/ down time - allows you to set the period of fan step up/ down.
Smart Fan Mode field - allows you to drag the gradient points to configure the fan target values for Smart Fan mode. Smart Fan can control the fan speed automatically depending on the CPU temperature to keep it with in a specific range. If the current CPU temperature reaches to the target value, the Smart Fan function will be activated.
Important
y
The changing will achieve after you save the changes and reboot the system.
y
Make sure fans are working properly after switching the PWM/ DC mode.
f
Settings Buttons
All Full Speed - configures all fans to run at full operating speed.
All Set Default - configures all fans to run at default operating speed.
All Set Cancel - discards current changes and restores previous operating fan speeds .
f
Voltage display
Shows the current voltages of CPU, system and memory.
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Software Description
Installing Windows
®
7/ 8.1/ 10
1.
Power on the computer.
2.
Insert the Windows
®
7/ 8.1/ 10 disc into your optical drive.
Note: Due to chipset limitation, during the Windows 7 installation process, USB optical drives or USB flash drives are not supported. You can use MSI Smart Tool to install Windows
®
7.
3.
Press the Restart button on the computer case.
4.
For windows 8.1/ 10, skip this step. For Windows 7, access the BIOS menu
SETTING > Advanced > Windows OS Configuration > Windows 7 Installation and set the item to enabled, save changes and restart.
Note: It is suggested to plug in your USB Keyboard/ USB Mouse to the leftmost
USB port when installing Windows
®
7.
5.
Press F11 key during the computer POST (Power-On Self Test) to get into Boot
Menu.
6.
Select your optical drive from the Boot Menu.
7.
Press any key when screen shows Press any key to boot from CD or DVD... message.
8.
Follow the instructions on the screen to install Windows
®
7/ 8.1/ 10.
Installing Drivers
1.
Start up your computer in Windows
®
7/ 8.1/ 10.
2.
Insert MSI
®
Driver Disc into your optical drive.
3.
The installer will automatically appear and it will find and list all necessary drivers.
4.
Click Install button.
5.
The software installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt you to restart.
6.
Click OK button to finish.
7.
Restart your computer.
Installing Utilities
Before you install utilities, you must complete drivers installation.
1.
Insert MSI
®
Driver Disc into your optical drive.
2.
The installer will automatically appear.
3.
Click Utilities tab.
4.
Select the utilities you want to install.
5.
Click Install button.
6.
The utilities installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt you to restart.
7.
Click OK button to finish.
8.
Restart your computer.
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COMMAND CENTER
COMMAND CENTER is an user-friendly software and exclusively developed by MSI, helping users to adjust system settings and monitor status under OS. With the help of COMMAND CENTER, making it possible to achieve easier and efficient monitoring process and adjustments than that under BIOS. In addition, the COMMAND CENTER can be a server for mobile remote control application.
System Information CPU Temperature
Feature Menu
Profile
Buttons
Feature Title
Feature
Control Panel
Next Feature
Previous
Feature
Option Buttons
Page Indicator
Resize Corner
Profile Buttons
y
Default - load the default values for the current feature.
y
Apply - apply your changes.
y
Save - store values in the file with individual file extension.
y
Load - load the values from the file.
Important
Every time you shut down the system, the configured setting will be restored to the factory default. If you want to use the saved settings, you have to load it every time by clicking the Load and Apply buttons.
CPU Frequency
CPU Frequency control panel allows you to change
CPU Ratio and Base clock. You can see the current frequency of each CPU core on the top of the panel.
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Software Description
CPU Fan
CPU Fan control panel provides Smart mode and
Manual Mode. You can switch the control mode by clicking the Smart Mode and Manual Mode buttons on the top of the CPU Fan control panel.
y
Manual Mode - allows you to manually control the
CPU fan speed by percentage.
y
Smart Mode - a linear fan speed control feature.
The control panel contains 4 dots allows you to drag and adjust the Smart Speed slopes. The fan speed will be changed along these lines with CPU temperature. The white dot will create strip chart in real time.
y
System Fan Button - to open the system fan control panel in new window.
y
Fan Tune Button - to automatically optimize the smart fan setting.
Manual Mode
Smart Mode
CPU Voltage
CPU Voltage control panel allows you to control the
CPU voltage.
DRAM Frequency & DRAM Voltage
y
DRAM Frequency - Shows the DRAM clock, ratio and frequency.
y
DRAM Voltage - Allows you to adjust the DRAM voltage. The risky values are displayed in red.
IGP Frequency & GT Voltage
y
IGP Frequency - Allows you to adjust the IGP ratio, and shows the IGP clock, ratio and frequency.
y
GT Voltage - Allows you to adjust the GT voltage.
The risky values are displayed in red.
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OC GENIE 4 (optional)
OC GENIE 4 provides a specified CPU frequency for overclocking the CPU.
Option Buttons - Advanced
When click the Advanced button, The Voltage, Fan and DRAM icons will appear. y
Voltage - allows you to adjust advanced voltage values of CPU and chipset.
y
Fan - allows you to control the system fans speed.
y
DRAM - shows the current Advanced DRAM parameters, and allows you to change the settings by selecting values from the drop-down menu on the right hand side.
y
Sensor - allows you to monitor your motherboard temperature and fan speed with the virtual thermal image. You can drag and drop the fan icons to new locations.
When you press the Cooling button, all fans will run at full speed.
Option Buttons - Setting
When click the Setting button, The Record, Warning and Mobile Control icons will appear. y
Record - allows you to monitor the status of voltage, fan speed and temperature in real time.
To filter record charts, select the check box next to the items.
When click the Play button, the chart pane will start to show the recording chart.
If you want to check the value of a specific spot on chart, please move the orange vertical line to the spot.
History Record stores the data and names with date and time.
To make a history record: Select items and click the Record button. When finished, click the Record button again. The data will be stored in the drop-down menu.
To load a record, click the drop-down menu and select one from the list.
To delete a record, select the record that you want to delete, and click the Trash
Can icon.
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Software Description
y
Warning - contains fields of voltage, fan speed and temperature for you to set the threshold values. When system detects the status over your settings, a warning message will pop-up.
y
Mobile Control - is only available for the motherboard with the built-in WiFi module.
It allows you to enable/disable the COMMAND CENTER Remote Server. Please refer to the instruction on the Mobile Control control panel.
y
To start remote control: (optional)
1.
Download and install MSI
®
COMMAND CENTER APP to your mobile device.
2.
Enable COMMAND CENTER Remote Server on the Mobile Control panel.
3.
Enable SoftAP Management.
4.
Enter SSID and Password, and then click the Apply button.
5.
Activate Wi-Fi
®
on your mobile device and connect to SoftAP with the SSID.
6.
Run MSI
®
COMMAND CENTER APP on your mobile device.
7.
Find the IP address on the SoftAP Management Setting area, and enter the IP address on your MSI
®
COMMAND CENTER APP to link your system.
8.
Press Refresh on the MSI
®
COMMAND CENTER APP to verify that monitoring and
OC functions are working properly.
Option Buttons - Information
When click the Information button, The Motherboard, CPU, Memory and HW monitor icons will appear.
You can click the icons to open the related information.
Gadget Mode
COMMAND CENTER provides a gadget mode to monitor the system status. You can switch between gadget mode and full mode by clicking the arrow icon on the top left.
y
To arrange gadgets:
1.
Click the Spanner icon on the Gadget mode, a configuration panel will slide out.
2.
Select the check box next to the items.
3.
Click the Close button.
Software Description
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LIVE UPDATE 6
LIVE UPDATE 6 is an application for the MSI
®
system to scan and download the latest drivers, BIOS and utilities. With LIVE UPDATE 6, you don ’t need to search the drivers on websites, and don ’t need to know the models of motherboard and graphics cards.
LIVE UPDATE 6 will download the appropriate drivers automatically.
Download Options
Download List
Scan / Download / Total
Installer button
System Information
Last Scanned Date
There are Live Update, History, Setting and System Information tabs at the top. You can click the tab to switch the control panel.
y
Live Update - When you launch LIVE UPDATE 6, you will see the Live update tab at first. This tab allows you to select files to download. You can also read the relevant information by clicking the information icon on the right of the item listed.
y
History - shows the downloading history.
y
Setting - allows you to specify the frequency that LIVE UPDATE 6 remind you to update.
y
System Information - displays the information of the system.
y
FAQ - shows Frequently Asked Questions.
y
Online Help - shows Online Help information.
Updating The System
This section describes how to update your system with LIVE UPDATE 6. Please follow the steps below:
1
2
4
5
3
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Software Description
1.
Select the Live Update tab.
2.
Choose Automatic scan, system will automatically scan all the items and search for the latest update files. Or you can choose Manual scan and select the items you wish to scan.
3.
Click the Scan button at the bottom. It may take several moments to complete the process.
4.
When the download list appears, please select the items you intend to update.
5.
Click Download button at the bottom.
6.
When Save Path prompt, you can specify a download directory.
7.
When downloading you will see the screen below. It may take several moments to complete the process.
8.
To install the applications, simply unpack the packages and install.
Total Installer
Total Installer is a convenient feature to simplify frequent installing procedure. To use
Total Installer:
2
3
1
1.
Scan updates in Live Update tab.
2.
Check the Select All check-box you intend to update.
3.
Click the Total Installer button. LIVE UPDATE 6 will automatically install them.
4.
When prompted, click OK to complete the Total Installer procedure
5.
Reboot your system.
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RAMDISK
RAMDISK creates a virtual RAM drive using the available memory in your computer, the performance of the RAMDISK is faster than an SSD and hard drive. RAMDISK allows you to store any temporary information on it. Furthermore, using the RAMDISK will extend your SSD ’s life by sparing it from excessive reading and writing.
Creating a RAM Disk
When RAMDISK is started, it will create a default RAM disk. If you want to change settings, refer to following instructions.
Setting
Backup
Option
Apply
Button
Management y
Setting - specify Letter, Name, Size and Format of the RAM disk.
y
Option - select browser temporary files to save/load on the RAM disk. You can also add software files to improve reading speed.
y
Backup - specify backup and restore settings to prevent data loss. All files will be lost each time the RAMDISK is stopped if you do not backup.
Browse Button - set the path to the image file.
Backup Right Now Button - manually backup files.
Restore On Boot - check this box to have the image file loaded automatically when
RAMDISK starts.
Auto Backup - check this box to backup automatically over a period of time. y
Apply Button - allows you to apply changes.
y
Management - shows RAMDISK information and allows you to delete files.
Remove the RAM disk
Dislpay information
Delete files in the RAM disk.
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Software Description
NETWORK MANAGER
NETWORK MANAGER is an utility for traffic shaping for the Windows 7/ 8.1/ 10. It can keep your internet fast during heavy upload/ download and improve your ping for online games. If your motherboard has a Wi-Fi module, NETWORK MANAGER provides virtual access point function for traffic shaping for your mobile devices.
y
Applications - displays currently using network bandwidth applications. You can prioritize Games, Medias or File sharing programs as high as possible.
y
Performance - shows top 5 applications by total traffic, allows you to monitor network bandwidth usage.
y
Network Test - allows you to setup bandwidth control.
y
Advanced Setting - allows you to expand RWIN to accelerate download speed. You can also block IP address and setup virtual access point.
y
Information - shows version information.
Configuring Bandwidth
This section describes how to configure Internet Provider Speed. You can configure default internet upload and download bandwidth from the Network Test tab on the
NETWORK MANAGER window.
Important
Before using the NETWORK MANAGER for the first time, you should use the Test
Network Speed button which runs a speed test of your current total Internet bandwidth delivered through your Internet service provider.
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Speed Testing
The speed testing is used to optimize bandwidth usage. To test the Upload and Download speed, please follow the steps below:
1
1.
Click the Network Test block in NETWORK MANAGER.
3
4
2
2.
Click Test Network Speed button. The test takes several minutes to test your network speed.
3.
Enter the testing results into Upload Speed and Download Speed fields.
4.
Check the Enable Bandwidth Control to allow the NETWORK MANAGER to manage the bandwidth.
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Software Description
RAID Configuration (optional)
Below are the different types of a RAID.
RAID 0 breaks the data into blocks which are written to separate hard drives.
Spreading the hard drive I/O load across independent channels greatly improves I/O performance.
RAID 1 provides data redundancy by mirroring data between the hard drives and provides enhanced read performance.
RAID 5 provides data striping at the byte level and also stripe error correction information. This results in excellent performance and good fault tolerance.
RAID 10 uses four hard drives to create a combination of RAID 0 and 1 by forming a
RAID 0 array from two RAID 1 arrays.
RAID level comparison
RAID 0
Minimum # drives 2
Data protection None
Read performance Excellent
Write performance Excellent
Capacity utilization 100%
RAID 1
2
Excellent
OK
Good
50%
RAID 5 RAID 10
3
Excellent
4
Excellent
Good
OK
OK
Good
67%~(1-1/n) 50%
Using Intel
®
Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM
First, you need to set the SATA mode to RAID in BIOS to create, delete and reset RAID volumes. To enter the IRST Option ROM, reboot and press Ctrl + I keys to enter the
IRST Option ROM during the POST, the following window will appear.
1. Create RAID Volume
2. Delete RAID Volume
4. Recovery Volume Options
5. Acceleration Options
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit
[ ]
RAID Volumes :
None defined.
Physical Devices :
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)
1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB
Non-RAID Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB
Non-RAID Disk
[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Exit [ENTER] - Select Menu
Important
The following procedure is only available with a newly-built system or if you are reinstalling your OS. It should not be used to migrate an existing system to RAID.
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Creating s RAID Volume
1.
Select option Create RAID Volume and press Enter key. The following screen appears.
Name :
RAID Level :
Disks :
Strip Size :
Capacity :
Sync :
Volume0
RAID1(Mirror)
Select Disks
N / A
XXX.X GB
N / A
Create Volume
RAID 1 : Mirrors data (redundancy) .
[ ↑↓] - Change [TAB] - Next [ESC] - Previous Menu [ENTER] - Select
2.
Specify a RAID Volume name and then press the Tab or Enter key to go to the next field
3.
Use the ↑↓←→ arrow keys to select the RAID level best suited to your usage model in RAID Level.
4.
In the Disk field, press Enter key and use Space key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume, then click Enter key to finish selection. This field will become available according to the selected RAID level.
5.
Select the strip size for the RAID array by using the ↑ upper arrow or ↓ down
arrow keys to scroll through the available values, and pressing the Enter key to select and advance to the next field. The available values range from 4KB to
128 KB in power of 2 increments. The strip size should be chosen based on the planned drive usage. Here are some typical values:
RAID0 -128KB / RAID10 - 64KB / RAID5 - 64KB.
6.
Select the capacity of the volume in the Capacity field. The default value is the maximum volume capacity of the selected disks.
Important
Since you want to create two volumes, this default size (maximum) needs to be reduced. Type in a new size for the first volume. As an example: if you want the first volume to span the first half of the two disks, re-type the size to be half of what is shown by default. The second volume, when created, will automatically span the remainder of two hard drives.
7.
Go to the Create Volume field and press Enter, a WARNING message will appear for you to confirm if you are sure to create the RAID volume. Press Y to continue.
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Removing a RAID Volume
Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives will be lost.
Important
If your system currently boots to RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the IRST
Option ROM, your system will become unbootable.
Select option Delete RAID Volume from the main menu screen and press Enter key to select a RAID volume for deletion. Then press Delete key to delete the selected RAID volume. The following screen appears.
Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable
Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) 2 XXX.XGB Normal Yes
ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST!
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y / N) :
Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.
WARNING : ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Previous Menu [DEL] - Delete Volume
Press Y key to accept the volume deletion.
Resetting Disks to Non-RAID
Select option Reset Disks to Non-RAID from the main menu screen and press Enter to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. Use the
Space key to select the disks and press Enter key. A confirmation sentence will appear below, and then press Y key to accept the selection
1. Create RAID Volume
4. Recovery Volume Options
2. Delete RAID Volume
Resetting RAID disk will remove its RAID structures and revert it to a non-RAID disk.
5. Exit
[ ]
RAID Volumes :
None defined.
WARNING : Resetting a disk causes all data on the disk to be lost.
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
Physical Devices :
Size Status
XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB Member Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB
Non-RAID Disk
Select the disks that should be reset.
[ ↑↓] - Previous/ Next [SPACE] - Selects [ENTER] - Selection Complete
[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Exit [ENTER] - Select Menu
RAID Configuration (optional)
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Important
y
You will lose all data on the RAID drives and any internal RAID structures when you perform this operation.
y
Possible reasons to Reset Disks to Non-RAID could include issues such as incompatible RAID configurations or a failed volume or failed disk.
Recovery Volume Options
Select option Recovery Volume Options from the main menu screen and press Enter to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears:
1. Enable Only Recovery Disk
2. Enable Only Master Disk
Enable Only Recovery Disk - enables recovery disk if available and disables master disk.
Enable Only Master Disk - enables master disk if available and disables recovery disk.
Actions will result in change from Continuous Update mode to On-Request.
[ ↑↓] - select [ESC] - Previous Menu [ENTER] - Select
Recovery mode will change from Continuous Update to On-Request after you enable
Only Recovery Disk or Only Master Disk.
Degraded RAID Array
A RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 volume is reported as degraded when one of its hard drive members fails or is temporarily disconnected, and data mirroring is lost. As a result, the system can only utilize the remaining functional hard drive member. To re-establish data mirroring and restore data redundancy, refer to the procedure below that corresponds to the current situation.
RAID Volumes
ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable
0 Volume0 RAID 1(Mirror) N/A XXX.XGB Degraded Yes
Physical Disks:
Port Device Model
1 XXXXXXXXXXXXX
2 XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Serial #
XXXXXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Size
XXX.XGB
XXX.XGB
Type/Status(Vol ID)
Member Disk (0)
Member Disk (0)
Press <CTRL-I> to enter Configuration Utility..
Missing Hard Drive Member
1.
Power off.
2.
Reconnect the hard drive.
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3.
Reboot to Windows
®
; the rebuild will occur automatically.
Failed Hard Drive Member
1.
Power off.
2.
Replace the failed hard drive with a new one that is of equal or greater capacity.
3.
Reboot the system to IRST Option ROM by press Ctrl + I keys during the POST.
4.
Select the port of the destination disk for rebuilding, and then press Enter.
1. Create RAID Volume
2. Delete RAID Volume
5. Exit
4. Recovery Volume Options a disk initiates a rebuild. Rebuild completes in the operating system.
RAID Volumes :
None defined.
Select the port of the destination disk for rebuilding (ESC to exit):
Port Drive Model Serial # Size
XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID)
1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB
Non-RAID Disk
2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX.XGB
Non-RAID Disk
[ ↑↓] - Select [ESC] - Exit [ENTER] - Select Menu
5.
Exit IRST Option ROM, reboot to Windows
®
.
6.
When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click Yes.
7.
The Intel
®
Rapid Storage Technology application will be launched. Right-click the new hard drive and select Rebuild to this Disk. The Rebuild Wizard will be launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard drive.
RAID Configuration (optional)
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M.2 PCIe SSD RAID
You can create M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volume with UEFI BIOS.
Creating a M.2 PCIe SSD RAID Volume
1.
Access the BIOS setup
2.
Switch to Advanced Mode by pressing F7 key.
3.
Go to Settings > Advanced > Windows OS Configuration.
4.
Set Windows 8.1/10 WHQL Support to Enabled.
5.
Go to Settings > Advanced > Integrated Peripherals.
Setting\Advanced\Integrated Peripherals
SATA Configuration
SATA Mode
M2_1 Pcie Storage Remapping
M2_2 Pcie Storage Remapping
[RAID Mode]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
6.
Set SATA Mode to RAID Mode.
7.
Set both M2_1 Pcie Storage Remapping and M2_2 Pcie Storage Remapping to
Enabled.
8.
Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.
9.
Reboot the system and access the BIOS setup again.
10.
Switch to Advanced Mode by pressing F7 key.
11.
Go to Settings > Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology.
12.
Select Create RAID Volume and press Enter key.
...\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology\
Create RAID Volume
Create RAID Volume
Volume1
[RAID0(Stripe)]
Name:
RAID Level:
Select Disks:
PCIe, XXXXX XXXXXXXX-XXXX, XXXGB
PCIe, XXXXX XXXXXXXX-XXXX, XXXGB
Strip Size:
Capacity (MB):
Create Volume
[X]
[X]
[XXKB]
XXXXXX
13.
Enter in a volume name.
14.
Select the RAID level.
15.
Use Space key to select the both PCIe SSDs.
16.
If creating RAID 0, select the Strip Size; it is recommended that it be left at the default value.
17.
Go to the Create Volume field and press Enter.
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RAID Configuration (optional)
Removing a M.2 PCIe SSD RAID Volume
Here you can delete the M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on M.2 PCIe SSDs will be lost.
Important
If your system currently boots to M.2 PCIe SSD RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the UEFI BIOS, your system will become unbootable.
To remove the M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volume:
1.
Access the BIOS setup.
2.
Switch to Advanced Mode by pressing F7 key.
3.
Go to Settings > Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology.
4.
Select a RAID volume and press Enter key.
5.
Go to the Delete field and press Enter. The following screen appears
...\RAID VOLUME INFO\
Delete
Delete
Delete the RAID volume?
ALL DATA ON VOLUME WILL BE LOST!
Yes
No
6.
Go to the Yes field and press Enter key to accept the volume deletion.
RAID Configuration (optional)
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Troubleshooting
Before sending the motherboard for RMA repair, try to go over troubleshooting guide first to see if your got similar symptoms as mentioned below.
The power is not on.
y
Connect the AC power cord to an electrical outlet securely.
y
Check if all ATX power connectors like ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1 are connected from the power supply to the motherboard?
y
Some power supply units have a power button on the rear side, make sure the button is turned on.
y
Check if the power switch cable is connected to JFP1 pin header properly.
y
Verify the Clear CMOS jumper JBAT1 is set to Keep DATA.
y
Test with another known working power supply of equal or greater wattage.
The power is on, but no signal to monitor
y
Connect the monitor power cord to a electrical outlet securely.
y
Make sure the monitor is turned on.
y
Select different inputs on the monitor.
y
If 3 long beeps are heard, remove all memory modules and try to install only one memory module in the DIMMA2 slot first and then restart the computer.
y
If 1 long 2 short beeps are heard, remove and reinstall the graphics card and then restart the computer.
y
Test with another known working graphics card.
The computer does not boot after updating the BIOS
y
Clear the CMOS.
y
Use the secondary BIOS to bootup the system (Only for motherboard with
Dual BIOS)
Lost BIOS password
y
Clear the CMOS, but that will cause you to lose all customized settings in the BIOS.
There is no audio
y
Adjust the volume.
y
Connect the speakers/headphones to audio ports on the motherboard rear
IO panel.
y
Remove secondary speakers/ headphones, HDMI cables, USB audio devices.
y
Test with another known working speaker or headphone.
There is no network
y
Make sure the network chipset driver has been installed.
y
Verify if the network cable is properly connected and make sure the LAN port
LEDs are properly illuminated. y
Verify your TCP/IP settings.
y
Restart or reset your router.
y
Test with another known working LAN cable.
The USB device is not working
y
Make sure your USB drive driver has been installed.
y
Verify if USB device is listed in
Windows
®
Device Manager.
y
Connect the USB device to other USB port on the motherboard rear IO panel.
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Regulatory Notices
FCC Compliance Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: y
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
y
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
y
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
y
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
Tested to comply with FCC standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
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.
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.
Battery Information
European Union:
Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations.
California, USA:
The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires special handling when recycled or disposed of in
California.
CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion, if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
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.
WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment) Statement
ENGLISH
To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that...
Under the European Union (“EU”)
Directive on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/
EC, which takes effect on August 13,
2005, products of “electrical and electronic equipment” cannot be discarded as municipal wastes anymore, and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take back requirements at the end of life of
MSI-branded products that are sold into the EU. You can return these products to local collection points.
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