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A68H PC Mate
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  • Page 1 Preface A68H PC Mate Motherboard G52-77931XS...
  • Page 2 Revision History Revision Revision History Date V3.0 First release 2013/ 10 V3.1 Add A88X-G41 PC Mate 2013/ 12 V3.2 Add A58-G41 PC Mate 2014/ 02 V3.3 For A88X-G41 PC Mate V2 2015/ 02 V3.4 For A68H PC Mate 2015/ 04 Preface...
  • Page 3 If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com/support/ Contact our technical staff at: http://register.msi.com/...
  • Page 4 Safety Instructions ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ￭ Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. ￭ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ￭ Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. ￭ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating.
  • Page 5 FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 6 Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment and its antenna should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This equipment and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 7 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 at: http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html Preface...
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
  • Page 10 MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del loro ciclo di vita.
  • Page 11 2008 № 1057. Việt Nam RoHS Kể từ ngày 01/12/2012, tất cả các sản phẩm do công ty MSI sản xuất tuân thủ Thông tư số 30/2011/TT-BCT quy định tạm thời về giới hạn hàm lượng cho phép của một số...

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS ▍ Chapter 1 Getting Started................1-1 Packing Contents ....................1-2 Optional Accessories ................... 1-2 Assembly Precautions ..................1-3 Motherboard Specifications .................. 1-4 Connectors Quick Guide ..................1-7 Back Panel Quick Guide ..................1-9 APU (Accelerated Processing Units) ..............1-11 Introduction to FM2/ FM2+ APU ..............1-11 APU &...
  • Page 13 Front Panel Connector Installation ..............2-10 JFP1 Connector Installation ................. 2-10 Front Panel Audio Connector Installation ............ 2-10 Peripheral Connector Installation ............... 2-11 USB2.0 Connector Installation ..............2-11 USB3.0 Connector Installation ..............2-11 Graphics Card Installation .................. 2-12 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup .................3-1 Entering Setup .....................

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the A68H PC Mate Series (MS-7793 v3.X) ATX motherboard. The A68H PC Mate Series motherboards are based on AMD ® A68H chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced FM2+/ FM2 processor, the A68H PC Mate Series motherboards deliver ®...

  • Page 16: Packing Contents

    * These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased. * If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dealer. Getting Started...

  • Page 17: Assembly Precautions

    Assembly Precautions ■ The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly. ■ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.

  • Page 18: Motherboard Specifications

    Motherboard Specifications ■ AMD Socket FM2+ A-Series/Athlon™ Processors* Support * Also support FM2 A-Series/Athlon™ Processors Chipset ■ AMD A68H Memory ■ 2x DDR3 memory slots supporting up to 32GB ■ Supports DDR3 2133/ 1866/ 1600/ 1333 MHz Support ■ Dual channel memory architecture ■...
  • Page 19 Internal ■ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector ■ 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector Connectors ■ 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ■ 3x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 6 USB 2.0 ports) ■ 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector ■ 2x 4-pin system fan connectors ■...
  • Page 20 Software ■ Drivers ■ MSI - Command Center - Super Charger - Live Update 6 - Fast Boot ■ 7-ZIP ■ Norton Internet Security Solution ■ Network Genie Form ■ ATX Form Factor ■ 12 in. x 8.4 in. (30.5 cm x 21.4 cm)

  • Page 21: Connectors Quick Guide

    Connectors Quick Guide DIMM2 JPWR2 DIMM1 JUSB_PW2 CPUFAN APU Socket SYSFAN2 Back Panel JPWR1 PCI_E1 SYSFAN3 PCI_E2 JBAT1 PCI_E3 JCI1 PCI_E4 SATA3_4 PCI1 SATA2 SATA1 PCI2 JFP2 JFP1 PCI3 SYSFAN1 JUSB1 JCOM1 JUSB2 JLPT1 JAUD1 JUSB3 JTPM1 JUSB_PW1 Getting Started...
  • Page 22 Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Port Type Page FM2+/ FM2 Socket 1-11 Back Panel I/O Ports CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~3 Fan Power Connectors 1-22 JAUD1 Front Panel Audio Connector 1-26 JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper 1-27 JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 1-24 JCOM1 Serial Port Connector 1-25 JFP1, JFP2 System Panel Connectors...

  • Page 23: Back Panel Quick Guide

    Back Panel Quick Guide LAN Port VGA Port PS/2 Mouse Port Line-In USB 2.0 Port Line-Out HDMI Port PS/2 Keyboard Port DVI-D Port USB 3.0 Port USB 2.0 Port ▶ PS/2 Mouse Port The PS/2 mouse DIN connector for PS/2 mouse.
  • Page 24 ▶ USB 3.0 Port USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed). Important In order to use USB 3.0 devices, you must connect to a USB 3.0 port. If a USB cable is used, it must be USB 3.0 compliant.

  • Page 25: Apu (Accelerated Processing Units)

    This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommend. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.

  • Page 26: Apu & Cooler Installation

    APU & Cooler Installation When you are installing the APU, make sure the APU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on APU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion. Follow the steps below to install the APU &...
  • Page 27 5. Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. 6. Position the cooling set onto the retention mechanism. Hook one end of the clip to hook first. CPU fan connector 7. Then press down the other end of the clip to fasten the cooling set on the top of the retention mechanism.

  • Page 28: Memory

    Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. DIMM1 DIMM2 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the address below. http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Dual-Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus channels simultaneously.

  • Page 29: Mounting Screw Holes

    Mounting Screw Holes When installing the motherboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for an motherboard on the mounting plate in your computer case. If there is an I/O back plate that came with the computer case, please replace it with the I/O backplate that came with the motherboard package.

  • Page 30: Power Supply

    Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors. http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. To connect the ATX power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into the connector.

  • Page 31: Expansion Slots

    Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe x16 Slot PCIe x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot PCI1~3: PCI Slots The PCI slot supports additional LAN, SCSI, USB, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.

  • Page 32: Video/ Graphics Cards

    Adding on one or more discrete video cards will significantly boost the system’s graphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install a graphics card on PCIe x16 slot with butterfly lock.

  • Page 33: Amd Crossfire™ (Multi-Gpu) Technology

    Important • Please ensure that all graphics cards used in CrossFire™ mode are of the same brand and specifications. For best compatibility with the motherboard, MSI graphics cards are recommended. • Make sure to connect an adequate power supply to the power connectors on the graphics cards to ensure stable operation.
  • Page 34 3. Boot up the computer and install the drivers and software included in your video card package. For more information, please refer to the manual that came with your video card. 4. After all of the hardware and software has been properly installed, reboot the system.

  • Page 35: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors SATA1~4: SATA Connectors This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray). Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install SATA HDD. http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc SATA3 SATA4...

  • Page 36: Cpufan,Sysfan1~3: Fan Power Connectors

    CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Remember to connect all system fans.

  • Page 37: Jfp1, Jfp2: System Panel Connectors

    JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors These connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. When installing the front panel connectors, please use the optional M-Connector to simplify installation. Plug all the wires from the computer case into the M-Connector and then plug the M- Connector into the motherboard.

  • Page 38: Jusb1～3: Usb 2.0 Expansion Connectors

    JUSB1～3: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others. Important Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.

  • Page 39: Jtpm1: Tpm Module Connector

    JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. JCOM1: Serial Port Connector This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs.

  • Page 40: Jaud1: Front Panel Audio Connector

    JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer case. JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector This connector is used to connect an optional parallel port bracket. The parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.

  • Page 41: Jumpers

    Jumpers JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM.

  • Page 42: Drivers And Utilities

    After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the performance of the new computer you just built. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide.
  • Page 43 Chapter 2 Quick Installation This chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code. Important The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
  • Page 44 APU Installation Quick Installation...

  • Page 45: Chapter 2 Quick Installation

    Quick Installation...

  • Page 46: Memory Installation

    Memory Installation http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Quick Installation...

  • Page 47: Motherboard Installation

    Motherboard Installation Quick Installation...
  • Page 48 Quick Installation...

  • Page 49: Power Connectors Installation

    Power Connectors Installation http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 Quick Installation...
  • Page 50 Quick Installation...

  • Page 51: Sata Hdd Installation

    SATA HDD Installation http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc Quick Installation...

  • Page 52: Front Panel Connector Installation

    Front Panel Connector Installation JFP1 Connector Installation http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI Front Panel Audio Connector Installation Quick Installation 2-10...

  • Page 53: Peripheral Connector Installation

    Peripheral Connector Installation USB2.0 Connector Installation USB3.0 Connector Installation 2-11 Quick Installation...

  • Page 54: Graphics Card Installation

    Graphics Card Installation http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A Quick Installation 2-12...
  • Page 55 2-13 Quick Installation...

  • Page 57: Chapter 3 Bios Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Setup CLICK BIOS is a revolutionary UEFI interface that allows you to setup and configure your system for optimum use. Using your mouse and keyboard, users can change BIOS settings, monitor CPU temperature, select the boot device priority and view system information such as the CPU name, DRAM capacity, the OS version and the BIOS version.

  • Page 58: Entering Setup

    (optional) on the motherboard to enable the system going to BIOS setup directly at next boot. Click "GO2BIOS" tab on "MSI Fast Boot" utility screen. Important Please be sure to install the “MSI Fast Boot” utility before using it to enter the BIOS setup. BIOS Setup...

  • Page 59: Overview

    Overview After entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed. Temperature monitor Language System information Virtual OC Genie Button Boot device priority bar BIOS menu selection BIOS menu selection Menu display ▶ BIOS menu selection The following options are available: ■ SETTINGS - Uses this menu to specify the parameters for chipset and boot devices.
  • Page 60 Enables or disables the OC Genie function by clicking on this button. When enabled, this button will be light. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock with MSI optimized overclocking profile. Important We recommend that you do not to make any modification in OC menu mode and do not to load defaults after enabling the OC Genie function.

  • Page 61: Operation

    Operation You can control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations. Hot key Mouse Description <↑↓→← > Select Item Move the cursor <Enter> Select Icon/ Field Click/ Double-click the left button <Esc>...

  • Page 62: Settings

    SETTINGS System Status ▶ System Date Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements. The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>. <day> Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. <month> The month from Jan. through Dec. <date>...

  • Page 63: Advanced

    Advanced ▶ PCI Subsystem Settings Sets PCI Express interface protocol and latency timer. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ PEG0/ 1/ 2 - Gen X [Auto] Sets PCI Express protocol for matching different installed devices. PEG0, PEG1, PEG2 are as first, second and third PCIe x16 slots. [Auto] Enables all PCIe Gen1, Gen2 and Gen3.
  • Page 64 ▶ Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] When “Enabled”, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item will appear when “Network Stack” is enabled. [Enabled] Enables the Ipv6 PXE boot support. [Disabled] Disables the Ipv6 PXE boot support. ▶ SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller.
  • Page 65 ▶ USB Configuration Sets the onboard USB controller and device function. Press <Enter> to enter the sub- menu. ▶ USB Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the onboard USB controller. ▶ XHCI Hand-off [Enabled] Enables or disables XHCI hand-off support for the operating system without XHCI hand-off feature.
  • Page 66 Disables this function. ▶ MSI Fast Boot [Disabled] MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It will disable more devices to speed up system boot time which is faster than the boot time of “Fast Boot” .
  • Page 67 Disables the Fast Boot configuration. Important If you want to enter BIOS with enabled “MSI Fast Boot” mode or enabled "Fast Boot" mode, you have to click the "GO2BIOS" tab on MSI Fast Boot utility screen or press the "GO2BIOS" button (optional) on the motherboard. And then the system will enter to BIOS setup directly at next boot.
  • Page 68 ▶ 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. ▶ Date (of month) Alarm/ Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm Sets RTC alarm date/ Time.

  • Page 69: Boot

    Boot Sets the sequence of system boot devices. ▶ Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled] Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST. [Enabled] The OS boots straight to the GUI without showing the POST screen. [Disabled] Shows the POST messages at booting.

  • Page 70: Security

    Security ▶ Administrator Password Sets administrator password for system security. Enters the administrator password if set; user has full rights to change the BIOS items. ▶ User Password Sets User Password for system security. Enters the user password if set; but user might have limited rights to change the BIOS items.

  • Page 71: Save & Exit

    Save & Exit ▶ Discard Changes and Exit Exit BIOS setup without saving any change. This it is used to abandon all changes and exit BIOS setup. ▶ Save Changes and Reboot This item is used to save all changes and reboot the system. ▶...
  • Page 72 Important • Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. • Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, can void your warranty or severely damage your hardware. • If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC Genie for easy overclocking.
  • Page 73 ▶ Adjusted CPU Frequency Shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only. ▶ Adjust CPU-NB Ratio [Auto] Sets the CPU-NB ratio that is used to determine CPU-NB clock speed. ▶ Adjusted CPU-NB Frequency Shows the adjusted CPU-NB frequency. Read-only. ▶ CPU Core Control [Auto] Change the number of CPU Core in the system.
  • Page 74 ▶ Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) [Disabled] X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Profile) is the overclocking technology by memory module. This item will be available when you install the memory modules that support X.M.P. technology. When the Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) is Enabled, the AMD Memory Profile (AMP) will be forced to be disabled.
  • Page 75 ▶ Spread Spectrum This function reduces the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) generated by modulating clock generator pulses. [Enabled] Enables the spread spectrum function to reduce the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) problem. [Disabled] Enhances the overclocking ability of CPU Base clock. Important • If you do not have any EMI problem, leave the setting at [Disabled] for optimal system stability and performance.
  • Page 76 ▶ MEMORY-Z Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays all the settings and timings of installed memory. ▶ CPU Features Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ AMD Cool’n’Quiet [Auto] Enabled or disabled AMD Cool’n’Quiet function. [Auto] Depends on AMD Design. [Enable] Enables AMD Cool’n’Quiet function.

  • Page 77: M-Flash

    [Disabled] Enables the system to boot from the BIOS within ROM on motherboard. *This may cause system unstable, MSI recommend it only for power users. ▶ Select one file to boot Selects a BIOS file in the USB flash disk (NTFS/ FAT 32 format) to boot the system.

  • Page 78: Oc Profile

    OC PROFILE ▶ Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press <Enter> to enter the sub- menu. ▶ Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Names the current overclocking profile. ▶...

  • Page 79: Hardware Monitor

    HARDWARE MONITOR Current Temperature & Temperature & Speed Speed information graphic display control field Voltage display ▶ Current Temperature & Speed information Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds. ▶ Temperature & Speed graphic display The red graph shows the minimum and maximum temperatures that be set on the “Fan control field”.
  • Page 80 Please follow the description below to set the temperatures and fan speeds. ■ a - Selects a fan you want to specify the speed. ■ b - Checks this item to activate the following items for changing default values. ■ c - Slides the Min and Max tabs to set the minimum and maximum temperatures.

  • Page 81: Appendix A Amd Raid

    Appendix A AMD RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and enabling RAID functionality.

  • Page 82: Introduction

    Introduction The motherboard comes with the AMD RAID controller that allows you to configure SATA hard drives as RAID sets. AMD RAID controller offers RAID level 0 (Striping), RAID level 1 (Mirroring and Duplexing), RAID level 5 (Block Interleaved Distributed Parity), RAID level 10 (A Stripe of Mirrors) , Volume (JBOD) and RAIDABLE.

  • Page 83: Using Amd Raid Controller Bios Configuration Utility

    Using AMD RAID Controller BIOS Configuration Utility When booting the system, press <Ctrl + R> when the BIOS banner displays. After entering AMD RAID Controller BIOS Configuration Utility, the following screen is displayed. AMD-RAID Array Configuration Creates an array from the connected disks Arrays Disks 1----RAID5, 999GB, Ready(R/W)

  • Page 84: Initialize Disks

    Initialize Disks New disks and legacy disks must be initialized before they can be used to create an AMD-RAID array. Initialization writes AMD-RAID configuration information (metadata) to a disk. Important • If a disk is part of an AMD-RAID array, the disk cannot be selected for initialization. To initialize the disk anyway, delete the AMD-RAID array.

  • Page 85: Create Arrays

    Create Arrays Arrays can be created after the disks are initialized. Important • For redundant arrays, the Create process is not finished until after the operating system and AMD-RAID OS drivers have been installed and the system has booted to the operating system. However, the arrays are immediately available to use for either a bootable array or a data array.

  • Page 86: Delete Arrays

    Delete Arrays Important Deleting an array permanently destroys all data that is on the array. This action cannot be undone and it is very unlikely the data can be recovered. To delete an array: 1. At the “Main Menu”, use the arrow keys to highlight “Delete Array” and press <Enter>.

  • Page 87: Swap Arrays

    Swap Arrays Use the Swap Two Arrays option to arrange arrays in a different order. Important If more than one array is created, install the operating system to any of them. However, a small amount of boot information is always written to a disk(s) in the first array (Array 1) of the Array section, regardless on which array the operating system is installed.

  • Page 88: Manage Spares

    Manage Spares This option allows the user to assign or unassign global or dedicated spares. At the Main Menu, use the <arrow keys> to highlight “Manage Host Spare(s)” and press <Enter> to enter submenu. AMD-RAID Array Configuration Assign Global Hot Spare(s) Arrays Disks 1----RAID0, 999GB, Normal(R/W)

  • Page 89: Change The Controller Options

    Change the Controller Options Controller Options allows the user to configure options for the boot sequence. At the Main Menu, use the <arrow keys> to highlight “Controller Options” and press <Enter> to enter submenu. AMD-RAID Array Configuration Toggles whether BIOS installs INT13 support Arrays Disks 1----RAID0, 999GB, Normal(R/W)

  • Page 90: Change The Staggered Spinup Count

    Change the Staggered Spinup Count Depending on a system’s power supply load-rating, you might want to limit the number of disks that are spun-up together when a system is powered on. 1. At the Controller Options submenu, use the <arrow keys> to highlight “Set Staggered Spinup Count ”...

  • Page 91: Installing Driver

    Please follow the instruction below to make an “AMD RAID Driver” for yourself. ® • Insert the MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. • Click the “Browse CD” on the Setup screen. • Copy all the contents in - \\ChipSet\W7_W8\Packages\Drivers\SBDrv\Bolton\RAID_Driver (for Windows 7 or Windows 8) - \\ChipSet\W81\Packages\Drivers\SBDrv\Bolton\RAID_Driver (for Windows 8.1)

  • Page 92: Installing Os On 2.2Tb Raid

    RAID 0 volume greater than 2.2TB. 1. Copy \\OtherDriver\Rcadm\rcadm.efi to root of a FAT32 USB Flash Drive from the MSI Driver Disc 2. Plug-in the USB Flash Drive into a USB port on the motherboard. 3. Access BIOS → SETTING → Advanced → Integrated Peripherals submenu.
  • Page 93 12. Enter “rcadm -C –r0 -d 0 1” to create RAID 0 (“C”=Create a array, “r0”=RAID 0, d 0 1=HDD 0 and HDD 1). If succeeded, you will see a message “created successfully“. fs0:\> rcadm -C -r0 -d 0 1 created successfully 13.

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