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- Page 1 MPG Series Motherboard MPG Z790 EDGE TI MAX WIFI MPG Z790 EDGE MONSTER HUNTER EDITION User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
LAN Port LED Status Table .................. 24 Audio Jacks Connection ..................24 Installing Antennas (MPG Z790 EDGE TI MAX WIFI) ..........26 Installing Antennas (MPG Z790 EDGE MONSTER HUNTER EDITION) ....27 Overview of Components ................... 28 CPU Socket ......................29 DIMM Slots ...................... - Page 3 Onboard LEDs ......................54 EZ Debug LED ....................... 54 LED_SW1: EZ LED Control ................... 54 Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center ................55 MSI Center ......................58 UEFI BIOS ........................59 BIOS Setup ......................60 Resetting BIOS ...................... 61 Updating BIOS ....................... 61 Block Diagram .......................
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Page 4: Quick Start
Quick Start Thank you for purchasing a new motherboard from MSI®. 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. - Page 5 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 6 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 7 Installing a Processor ⚽ ∙ https://youtu.be/KMf9oIDsGes...
- Page 8 Installing DDR5 memory ⚽ ∙ https://youtu.be/XiNmkDNZcZk DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2 DIMMB2...
- Page 9 Connecting the Front Panel Header ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI Power LED Power Switch JFP1 Reserved HDD LED Reset Switch JFP1 HDD LED - HDD LED HDD LED + POWER LED - POWER LED POWER LED +...
- Page 10 Installing the Motherboard ⚽ ∙ https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc Torque: 3 kgf·cm* BAT1 *3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in...
- Page 11 Connecting the Power Connectors ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1~2...
- Page 12 Installing SATA Drives ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc...
- Page 13 Installing a Graphics Card ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A...
- Page 14 Connecting Peripheral Devices...
- Page 15 Power On...
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Page 16: Specifications
Specifications ∙ Supports Intel® Core™ 14th/ 13th/ 12th Gen Processors, Intel® Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* ∙ Processor socket LGA1700 * Please go to www.msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors are released. Chipset Intel® Z790 Chipset ∙... - Page 17 Continued from previous column ∙ 8x SATA 6Gb/s ports • SATA_1~2*& SATA_5_6& SATA_7_8 (From Z790 chipset) SATA Ports • SATA_A1_A2 (From ASM1061) * SATA_1~2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SSD in the M2_3 slot. ∙ 5x M.2 slots (Key M) •...
- Page 18 Continued from previous column Wi-Fi 7 ∙ The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot ∙ Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz*(320MHz) up to 5.8Gbps Wi-Fi & Bluetooth® ∙ Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax/ be ∙...
- Page 19 Continued from previous column ∙ 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector ∙ 3x 3-pin ARGB Gen2 LED connectors LED Features ∙ 4x EZ Debug LED ∙ 1x JPIPE connector ∙ 1x Integrated ARGB LED & system fan connector ∙ 1x DisplayPort ∙...
- Page 20 Continued from previous column ∙ Drivers ∙ MSI Center ∙ Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING Software ∙ Norton 360 ∙ AIDA64 Extreme - MSI Edition ∙ MSI APP Player (BlueStacks) ∙ Adobe Creative Cloud ∙ Acrobat...
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Page 21: Special Features
Special Features MSI Center Features • Server Grade PCB • Gaming Mode • 2oz Copper thickened PCB • Smart Priority DIY Friendly • Game Highlights • PCI-E Steel Armor • Mystic light • Pre-installed I/O Shield • Ambient Link • Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr •... -
Page 22: Package Contents
There is an ISO file in the supplied USB drive. Please do not delete it accidentally. ∙ For more information on installing drivers, please refer to Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center chapter. ∙ If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer. -
Page 23: Back Panel Connectors
Back Panel Connectors Item Description DisplayPort USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports (From Hub GL3523) USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Z790 chipset) 2.5 Gbps LAN (RJ45) port Wi-Fi antenna connectors Audio jacks HDMI™ port Clear CMOS button ∙... -
Page 24: Lan Port Led Status Table
LAN Port LED Status Table Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Status Description Status Speed No link 10 Mbps Yellow Linked Green 100/1000 Mbps Blinking Data activity Orange 2.5 Gbps Audio Jacks Connection Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT... - Page 25 Audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Audio jacks to 5.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Center/ Subwoofer Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Side Center/ Subwoofer...
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Page 26: Installing Antennas (Mpg Z790 Edge Ti Max Wifi)
Installing Antennas (MPG Z790 EDGE TI MAX WIFI) 1. Combine the antenna with the base. 2. Screw two antenna cables tight to the Wi-Fi antenna connectors as shown. 3. Place the antenna as high as possible. -
Page 27: Installing Antennas (Mpg Z790 Edge Monster Hunter Edition)
Installing Antennas (MPG Z790 EDGE MONSTER HUNTER EDITION) 1. Combine the antenna with the base. 2. Screw two antenna cables tight to the Wi-Fi antenna connectors as shown. 3. Place the antenna as high as possible. -
Page 28: Overview Of Components
Overview of Components SYS_FAN6 ATX_PWR1 JUSB3 JUSB4 M2_1 SYS_FAN1 PCI_E1 M2_5 M2_2 SATA▼A1▲A2 JDASH1 SATA▼7▲8 BAT1 PCI_E2 SATA▼5▲6 M2_3 M2_4 JTPM1 PCI_E3 JBAT1 JFP2... -
Page 29: Cpu Socket
∙ Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the CPU. 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. -
Page 30: Dimm Slots
It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs ∙ installation or overclocking. The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU ∙ and devices when overclocking. ∙ Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. -
Page 31: Pci_E1~3: Pcie Expansion Slots
Important ∙ If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight to prevent deformation of the slot. For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using ∙... -
Page 32: M2_1~5: M.2 Slots (Key M)
M2_1~5: M.2 Slots (Key M) ⚽ M2_1 ∙ https://youtu.be/J88vcXeLido M2_2 M2_5 M2_3 M2_4 ⚠ Important Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ∙ If your M.2 SSD equips its own heatsink, please remove the M.2 plates or rubber ∙... - Page 33 3. Slightly lift up the end part of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink and move it forward to uninstall the heatsink. 4. Remove the protective films from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate.
- Page 34 5. Remove or exchange the screws according to your SSD length. Skip this step, if you install 2280 SSD. 2260 SSD 22110 SSD 6. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 7. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD. 30º...
- Page 35 8. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 9. Align the tenons under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink with the notches, and then put the heatsink back in place. 10. Press the end side of the Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink down to lock it completely.
- Page 36 Installing M.2 module into M2_2 & M2_5 slots ⚠ Important If your motherboard is MPG Z790 EDGE TI MAX WIFI, please skip steps 1~2 and step 10 below. 1. Loosen the screws that secure the plate on top of the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 2.
- Page 37 6. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 7. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD. 30º 30º 2260 SSD 30º 30º 2280 SSD 8. Remove the protective film from the thermal pad under the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink.
- Page 38 Installing M.2 module into M2_3 & M2_4 slots 1. Loosen the screws of M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 2. Lift up the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink and remove it. 6 6 7 7 3. If you want to install 2242 or 2260 M.2 SSD, please install the supplied EZ M.2 Clip kit in the 2240 or 2260 screw hole.
- Page 39 4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 5. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD. ∙ M2_3 slot 2242/2260 SSD 30º 30º 30º 30º 2280 SSD ∙ M2_4 slot 2242/2260 SSD 30º...
- Page 40 6. Remove the protective film from the thermal pad under the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 7. Put the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink back in place and secure it.
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Page 41: Sata_1~2, Sata_5~8 & Sata_A1~A2: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors
SATA_1~2, SATA_5~8 & SATA_A1~A2: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. ⚠ Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during ∙... -
Page 42: Jaud1: Front Audio Connector
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel. Signal Name Signal Name MIC L Ground MIC R Head Phone R MIC Detection SENSE_SEND No Pin Head Phone L Head Phone Detection JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors The JFP1 connector controls the power on, power reset, and the LEDs on your PC case/chassis. -
Page 43: Jdash1 : Tuning Controller Connector
JDASH1 : Tuning Controller Connector This connector is used to connect an optional Tuning Controller module. Signal Name Signal Name No Pin MCU_SMB_SCL_M MCU_SMB_SDA_M VCC5 Ground JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. Normal Trigger the chassis (default) -
Page 44: 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 Signal Name Signal Name Ground Ground Ground Ground +12V +12V +12V +12V ATX_PWR1 Signal Name Signal Name +3.3V +3.3V CPU_PWR1~2 Ground Ground Ground PWR OK 5VSB +12V +12V... -
Page 45: Jusb4: Usb 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Front Panel Connector
JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Front Panel Connector This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C connector on the front panel. The connector has a foolproof design. When you connect the cable, be sure to connect it with the corresponding orientation. USB Type-C Cable JUSB4 USB Type-C port on... -
Page 46: Jusb1~2: 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 47: Joc_Fs1: Safe Boot Jumper
PCIe Boot with the saved (from CPU) mode for BIOS settings. Safe Boot JTBT_U4_1: USB4 Expansion Card Connector This connector allows you to connect MSI USB4 PD100W Expansion Card. Signal Name Signal Name TBT_FORCE_PWR TBT_S0IX_ENTRY_REQ TBT_CIO_PLUG_EVENT# TBT_S0IX_ENTRY_ACK... -
Page 48: 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 49: Jaf_1: Integrated Argb Led & System Fans Connector
JAF_1: Integrated ARGB LED & System Fans Connector This connector allows you to connect the ARGB Gen1 LED strips and system fans. Signal Name Signal Name Ground DATA Sense Ground Speed Control Signal No Pin Addressable RGB LED Fan Connection ARGB &... -
Page 50: 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 51: 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. ∙... -
Page 52: Jargb_V2_1~3: A-Rainbow V2 (Argb Gen2) Led Connectors
JARGB_V2_1~3: A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED Connectors The JARGB_V2 connectors allow you to connect the ARGB Gen2 and the ARGB-based LED strips. The JARGB_V2 connector supports up to 240 individually addressable RGB LEDs with maximum power rating of 3A (5V). Signal Name Signal Name Data... - Page 53 It is recommended that you install LED strips with the same specification to achieve the best effects. Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ∙ before installing or removing the addressable RGB LED strip. Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip. ∙...
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Page 54: 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 55: Installing Os, Drivers & Msi Center
Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows 11 1. Power on the computer. 2. Insert the Windows 11 installation disc/USB into your computer. 3. Press the Restart button on the computer case. - Page 56 2. Select Start > Settings > Windows Update, and then select Check for updates. 3. MSI Driver Utility Installer will pop up automatically. 4. Select the I have read and agree to the MSI Terms of Use check box, and then click Next.
- Page 57 5. Check the Select All checkbox in the lower-left corner and click Install to install MSI Center and drivers. The installation progress will be shown at the bottom. 6. Once the progress has completed, click Finish.
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Page 58: 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 59: 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 60: 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 https://download.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/mb/Intel700BIOS.pdf or scan the QR code to access. ⚠ Important... -
Page 61: 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. Please skip this step if your motherboard doesn’t has this switch. - Page 62 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 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 63: Block Diagram
Block Diagram MPG Z790 EDGE TI MAX WIFI PCI_E1 DDR5 PCIe 5.0x8 DIMM A1/A2 DIMM B1/B2 PCI_E1 PCIe 5.0x8 DP 1.4 (8K@60Hz) M.2_1 GEN 5x4 HDMI™ 2.1 (PCIe Only) (4K@60Hz) DMI x8 PCI_E2 PCI_E3 PCIe 3.0x 1 PCIe 4.0x 4 USB3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps M.2_2/ M.2_4/ M2_5 (Type-C) -
Page 64: Regulatory Notices
∙ This device may not cause harmful interference. ∙ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. MSI Computer Corp. 901 Canada Court, City of Industry, CA 91748, USA (626)913-0828 www.msi.com... - Page 65 ∙ ErP Directive 2009/125/EC Compliance with these directives is assessed using applicable European Harmonized Standards. The point of contact for regulatory matters is MSI-Europe: Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son. Products with Radio Functionality (EMF) This product incorporates a radio transmitting and receiving device. For computers in normal use, a separation distance of 20 cm ensures that radio frequency exposure levels comply with EU requirements.
- Page 66 20 cm ensures that radio frequency exposure levels comply with the Australian and New Zealand Standards. クラスB情報技術装置 この装置は 、 クラスＢ情報技術装置です 。 この装置は 、 家庭環境で使用することを目的とし ていますが 、 この装置がラジオやテレビジョン受信機に近接して使用されると 、 受信障害を 引き起こすことがあります 。 取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをして下さい 。 VCCI-B KC인증서 상호: (주)엠에스아이코리아 제품명: 메인보드 모델명: 10-7E25 제조년월: 2023년 R-R-MSI-10-7E25 제조자 및 제조국가: MSI/중국...
- Page 67 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. BSMI: 廢電池請回收 For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected separately for recycling or special disposal.
- Page 68 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 69 à la poubelle. Les fabricants de ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI prendra en compte cette exigence relative au retour des produits en fin de vie au sein de la communauté...
- Page 70 MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje. POLSKI Aby chronić nasze środowisko naturalne oraz jako firma dbająca o ekologię, MSI przypomina, że...Zgodnie z Dyrektywą Unii Europejskiej (“UE”) dotyczącą odpadów produktów elektrycznych i elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w...
- Page 71 № 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 hóa...
- Page 72 MS-7E25主板产品中有害物质的名称及含量 有害物质 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚 部件名称 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) 印刷电路板组件* ╳ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 纽扣电池 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 外部信号连接头 ╳ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 其他 (例: 线材等) ╳ ○...
- Page 73 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 ∙ Register your product at: http://register.msi.com Revision History ∙...