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Thank you for purchasing the MSI®
MEG X570S UNIFY-X MAX
motherboard. This
Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your
computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to
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Preparing Tools and Components
AMD® AM4 CPU
CPU Fan
Chassis
DDR4 Memory
Power Supply Unit
Graphics Card
Thermal Paste
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
A Package of Screws
Phillips Screwdriver
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Page 1: Quick Start
Quick Start Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MEG X570S UNIFY-X MAX motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code. -
Page 2: Safety Information
Safety Information ∙ 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. ∙ Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start. -
Page 3: Case Stand-Off Notification
Case stand-off notification To prevent damage to the motherboard, any unnecessary mounting stand-off between the motherboard circuits and the computer case is prohibited. The Case standoff keep out zone signs will be marked on the backside of motherboard (as shown below) to serve as a warning to user. -
Page 4: Installing A Processor
Installing a Processor https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc Quick Start... - Page 5 ⚠ Important If you are installing the screw-type CPU heatsink, please follow the figure below to remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink. Quick Start...
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Page 6: Installing Ddr4 Memory
Installing DDR4 memory ⚽ http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs DIMMA1 DIMMB1 DIMMB1 Quick Start... -
Page 7: Connecting The Front Panel Header
Connecting the Front Panel Header ⚽ http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI Power LED Power Switch JFP1 Reserved HDD LED Reset Switch HDD LED + Power LED + HDD LED - Power LED - Reset Switch Power Switch JFP1 Reset Switch Power Switch Reserved No Pin HDD LED - HDD LED HDD LED +... -
Page 8: Installing The Motherboard
Installing the Motherboard ⚽ https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc Torque: 3 kgf·cm* *3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in Quick Start... -
Page 9: Connecting The Power Connectors
Connecting the Power Connectors ⚽ http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR2 CPU_PWR1 Quick Start... -
Page 10: Installing Sata Drives
Installing SATA Drives ⚽ http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc Quick Start... -
Page 11: Installing A Graphics Card
Installing a Graphics Card ⚽ http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A Quick Start... -
Page 12: Connecting Peripheral Devices
Connecting Peripheral Devices Quick Start... -
Page 13: Power On
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Page 14: Table Of Contents
Contents Quick Start ......................1 Preparing Tools and Components................1 Safety Information ....................2 Case stand-off notification ..................3 Avoid collision notification ..................3 Installing a Processor .................... 4 Installing DDR4 memory ..................6 Connecting the Front Panel Header ..............7 Installing the Motherboard .................. - Page 15 Hexadecimal Character Table ................49 Boot Phases ......................49 Debug Code LED Table ..................49 ACPI States Codes ....................53 Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center ..............54 Installing Windows® 10 ..................54 Installing Drivers ....................54 MSI Center ......................54 UEFI BIOS ......................
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Page 16: Specifications
∙ Supports AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series, 5000 G-Series 4000 G-Series, 3000 Series, 3000 G-Series, 2000 Series and 2000 G-Series desktop processors* ∙ Supports Socket AM4 * Please go to msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors are released. Chipset AMD X570 Chipset ∙... - Page 17 Continued from previous page Realtek® ALC4080 Codec Audio ∙ 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio ∙ Supports S/PDIF output ∙ 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports (From X570 chipset)* ∙ 6x M.2 slots (Key M) ▪ Supports PCIe 4.0 / PCIe 3.0 ▫ PCIe 4.0 is available only on AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series and 3000 Series desktop processors ▪...
- Page 18 Continued from previous page ∙ AMD® Processor ▪ 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports on the back panel ▪ 1x USB 2.0 Type-A port on the back panel ∙ AMD® X570 Chipset ▪ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C internal connector ▪...
- Page 19 Continued from previous page ∙ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector ∙ 2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector ∙ 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ∙ 6x M.2 slots (M-Key) ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port ∙ 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports) ∙...
- Page 20 ∙ ACPI 6.2, SM BIOS 3.0 ∙ Multi-language ∙ Drivers ∙ MSI Center ∙ Nahimic ∙ MSI App Player (BlueStacks) Software ∙ Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) ∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING ∙ Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive ∙ Norton™ Internet Security Solution ∙...
- Page 21 Continued from previous page ∙ Audio ▪ Audio Boost 5 ▪ Nahimic3 ∙ Network ▪ 2.5G LAN ▪ LAN Manager ∙ Cooling ▪ All Aluminum Design ▪ 6 x M.2 Shield Frozr ▪ K7 thermal pad ▪ Choke pad Special Features ▪...
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Page 22: Jcorsair1 Connector Specification
Special Features ▪ Dual CPU Power ▪ Server PCB ▪ 2oz Copper thickened PCB ▪ Memory Force ∙ Experience ▪ MSI Center ▪ Frozr AI Cooling ▪ Click BIOS 5 ▪ Flash BIOS Button ▪ Duet Display ▪ System Saver... -
Page 23: Package Contents
Package contents Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain: Motherboard MEG X570S UNIFY-X MAX User Manual Documentation Quick Installation Guide DIY Stands Set Quick Guide Application USB drive with drivers & utilities SATA 6Gb/s Cables LED JRGB Y Cable... -
Page 24: Block Diagram
Block Diagram PCI_E1 DDR4 2Channel (Max. x16) DIMM A1 DIMM B1 Switch M2_4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Switch M2_3 USB 2.0 M2_1 PCIE x4 M2_2 Chipset USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps M2_5 Switch USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps PCI_E2 (Max. -
Page 25: Rear I/O Panel
Rear I/O Panel Audio Ports USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 2.5 Gbps Clear CMOS 5Gbps Type-A button USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Flash BIOS Flash BIOS Port 20Gbps Type-C Button USB 3.2 Gen 2 Optical S/PDIF-Out USB 2.0 10Gbps Type-A ∙... -
Page 26: Realtek Audio Console
Realtek Audio Console After Realtek Audio Console is installed. You can use it to change sound settings to get better sound experience. Application Enhancement Device Selection Main Volume Connector Settings Jack Status ∙ Device Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related options. - Page 27 Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Side Center/ Subwoofer Rear I/O Panel...
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Page 28: Overview Of Components
Overview of Components Processor Socket CPU_FAN1 CPU_PWR2 PUMP_FAN1 SYS_FAN1 CPU_PWR1 JTPM1 SYS_FAN2 DIMMA1 DIMMB1 JRAINBOW1 JCORSAIR1 ATX_PWR1 JUSB1 SYS_FAN6 M2_1 M2_2 JUSB2 M2_3 SATA▼1▲2 SATA▼3▲4 PCI_E1 M2_4 SATA▼5▲6 JLN1 M2_5 JBAT1 M2_6 JRAINBOW2 PCI_E2 JFP2 JCI1 POWER1 JRGB1 RESET1 SYS_FAN5 JFP1 SYS_FAN4 JDASH1... - Page 29 Component Contents Port Name Port Type Page AM4 Socket Processor Socket BIOS_SW1 Multi-BIOS Switch CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, Fan Connectors SYS_FAN1~6 CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1 Power Connectors DIMMA1, DIMMB1 DIMM Slots JAUD1 Front Audio Connector JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector JCORSAIR1 CORSAIR Connector JDASH1...
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Page 30: Processor Socket
Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. MSI® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications. Overview of Components... -
Page 31: Dimm Slots
Due to AM4 processor/ memory controller official specification limitation, the ∙ frequency of memory modules may operate lower than the marked value under the default state. Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. Overview of Components... -
Page 32: Pci_E1~2: Pcie Expansion Slots
PCIe 3.0 x8 PCIe 3.0 x8 ⚠ Important 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. -
Page 33: M2_1~6: M.2 Slots (Key M)
M2_1~6: M.2 Slots (Key M) M2_1 (CPU) ⚽ Video Demonstration M2_2 (Chipset) Watch the video to learn how to Install M2_3 (CPU) M.2 SSD. M2_4 (CPU) https://youtu.be/2UeWMgjwogU M2_6 (Chipset) M2_5 (Chipset) Installing M.2 module 1. Loosen the screws of M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink. 2. - Page 34 3. Secure the supplied M.2 standoff according to your M.2 SSD length if need. 4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 5. Secure the M.2 SSD in place with the supplied M.2 8.5H screw. ⚠...
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Page 35: Sata1~6: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 SATA6 SATA5 ⚠ Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during ∙... -
Page 36: Cpu_Pwr1~2, Atx_Pwr1: Power Connectors
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. CPU_PWR1~2 Ground +12V Ground +12V Ground +12V Ground +12V +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V -12V Ground Ground PS-ON# Ground Ground Ground ATX_PWR1 Ground Ground PWR OK 5VSB +12V +12V +3.3V Ground... -
Page 37: Joc_Fs1: Safe Boot Jumper
JOC_FS1: Safe Boot Jumper This jumper is used for Safe Boot. Once enabled, the system will boot with lower PCIe (from CPU) mode. Normal Boot Enabled (default) Boot with lower PCIe (from CPU) mode for Safe Boot. T_SEN1~2: Thermal Sensor Connectors These connectors allow you to connect the thermistor cable and use it to monitor the temperature of the detection point. -
Page 38: Jln1: Low Temperature Booting Jumper
JLN1: Low Temperature Booting Jumper This jumper is used for liquid nitrogen cooling system to boot at an extreme low temperature. Try to set it Enabled to increase the boot success rate. Enabled Normal (Please enable this jumper (Default) during BIOS POST.) ⚠... -
Page 39: Jusb1: Usb 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connector
JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connector This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C connector on the front panel. The connector possesses a foolproof design. When you connect the cable, be sure to connect it with the corresponding orientation. USB Type-C Cable JUSB1 USB Type-C port on... -
Page 40: Jusb4~5: Usb 2.0 Connectors
In order to recharge your iPad,iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install ∙ MSI® Center utility. 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. -
Page 41: Cpu_Fan1, Pump_Fan1, Sys_Fan1~6: Fan Connectors
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or 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. The auto mode fan connectors can automatically detect PWM and DC mode. -
Page 42: Jci1: Chassis Intrusion Connector
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. Normal Trigger the chassis (default) intrusion event Using chassis intrusion detector 1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis. 2. -
Page 43: Bios_Sw1: Multi-Bios Switch
(Default) ⚠ Important Do not use the Multi-BIOS switch when system is booting up. ∙ You can also use the MSI Center or Flash BIOS Button to flash BIOS. Please refer to ∙ BIOS section for details. Overview of Components... -
Page 44: Jbat1: Clear Cmos (Reset Bios) Jumper
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 jumpers to clear the CMOS memory. Keep Data Clear CMOS/ (default) -
Page 45: Jrgb1: Rgb Led Connector
(12V/G/R/B) with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V). Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ∙ before installing or removing the RGB LED strip. Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip. ∙ Overview of Components... -
Page 46: Jrainbow1~2: Addressable Rgb Led Connectors
(5V). In the case of 20% brightness, the connector supports up to 200 LEDs. ∙ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the RGB LED strip. ∙ Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip. Overview of Components... -
Page 47: Jcorsair1: Corsair Connector
The JCORSAIR1 connector allows you to connect the CORSAIR Individually Addressable Lighting PRO RGB LED strips 5V or CORSAIR RGB fans with the CORSAIR fan hub. Once all items are connected properly, you can control the CORSAIR RGB LED strips and fans with MSI's software. Data Ground... -
Page 48: Onboard Leds
Onboard LEDs 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. -
Page 49: Debug Code Led
Debug Code LED The Debug Code LED displays progress and error codes during and after POST. Refer to the Debug Code LED table for details. Debug Code LED Hexadecimal Character Table Hexadecimal Debug Code 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F LED display Boot Phases Security (SEC) –... - Page 50 Cache initialization SEC Error Codes 0C - 0D Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes Microcode not found Microcode not loaded PEI Progress Codes PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started 12 - 14 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started 16 - 18 Pre-Memory System Agent initialization (System Agent module specific)
- Page 51 NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started 64 - 67 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started 6B - 6F System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) PCH DXE initialization is started PCH DXE SMM initialization is started...
- Page 52 SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Setup Input Wait Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM...
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Page 53: Acpi States Codes
OS S3 wake vector call E4 - E7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Error Codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error EC - EF Reserved for future AMI error codes Recovery Progress Codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) -
Page 54: Installing Os, Drivers & Msi Center
MSI Center is an application that helps you easily optimize game settings and smoothly use content creation softwares. It also allows you to control and synchronize LED light effects on PCs and other MSI products. With MSI Center, you can customize ideal modes, monitor system performance, and adjust fan speed. -
Page 55: Uefi Bios
UEFI has many new functions and advantages that traditional BIOS cannot achieve, and it will completely replace BIOS in the future. The MSI UEFI BIOS uses UEFI as the default boot mode to take full advantage of the new chipset’s capabilities. -
Page 56: Bios Setup
* When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice. BIOS User Guide If you’d like to know more instructions on setting up the BIOS, please refer to http://download.msi.com/manual/mb/AMDX570BIOS.pdf or scan the QR code to access. BIOS Setup... -
Page 57: 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. Switch to the target BIOS ROM by Multi-BIOS switch. If your motherboard does not has this switch , please skip this step. - Page 58 1. Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from the MSI® website. 2. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to the root of the USB 2.0 storage device. 3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU and memory.)
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Page 59: Nahimic 3
Sound Tracker. Installation and Update Nahimic 3 is included in the audio driver. If you need to install it or update it, please use the Driver Disc with your motherboard or download the driver from MSI’s official website. Audio Tab From this tab, you can access all of Nahimic 3’s audio effects, audio profiles and... -
Page 60: Microphone Tab
▪ Voices - it boosts (or removes) the speech in movies, video games and incoming communication from -12 to +12 dB. ▪ Bass - increases (or decreases) the energy in low frequencies from -12 to +12 ▪ Treble - increases (or decreases) the energy in high frequencies from -12 to +12 ∙... -
Page 61: Sound Tracker Tab
Sound Tracker Tab The Sound Tracker is an FPS oriented feature that provides a visual indication localizing the sources of the sounds while in a game. These are represented by dynamic segments pointing the direction of the sounds: the more opaque they are, the stronger the sounds are. -
Page 62: Raid Configuration
All the information/ volumes/ pictures listed in your system might differ from the illustrations in this appendix. AMD RAID User Guide If you’d like to know more instructions on how to set up AMD RAID, please refer to http://download.msi.com/manual/mb/AMDRAID.pdf or scan the QR code to access. RAID Configuration... -
Page 63: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Lost BIOS password Before sending the motherboard for RMA repair, try to go over troubleshooting ∙ Clear the CMOS, but that will cause guide first to see if your got similar you to lose all customized settings in the symptoms as mentioned below. - Page 64 NOTE Troubleshooting...
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