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DDR4 Memory
Thermal Paste
Phillips Screwdriver
MEG Z490 GODLIKE
CPU Fan
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SATA Hard Disk Drive
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SATA DVD Drive
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  • Page 1: Quick Start

    Quick Start Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MEG Z490 GODLIKE 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.

  • 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: Installing A Processor

    Installing a Processor https://youtu.be/4ce91YC3Oww Quick Start...

  • Page 4: Installing Ddr4 Memory

    Installing DDR4 memory http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2 DIMMB2 Quick Start...

  • Page 5: 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 6: Installing The Motherboard

    Installing the Motherboard Torque: 3 kgf·cm* *3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in Quick Start...

  • Page 7: Connecting The Power Connectors

    Connecting the Power Connectors http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1 CPU_PWR2 PCIE_PWR1 Quick Start...

  • Page 8: Installing Sata Drives

    Installing SATA Drives http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc Quick Start...

  • Page 9: Installing A Graphics Card

    Installing a Graphics Card http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A Quick Start...

  • Page 10: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Connecting Peripheral Devices Quick Start...

  • Page 11: Power On

    Power On Quick Start...

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick Start ......................1 Preparing Tools and Components ................1 Safety Information ....................2 Installing a Processor ..................... 3 Installing DDR4 memory ..................4 Connecting the Front Panel Header ............... 5 Installing the Motherboard ..................6 Connecting the Power Connectors ................. 7 Installing SATA Drives.....................
  • Page 13 T_SEN1~2: Thermal Sensor Connectors ............. 44 JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ................44 JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C Connector ..........45 JUSB2~3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connector ............45 JUSB4~5: USB 2.0 Connectors ................46 JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ................46 CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~8: Fan Connectors ........
  • Page 14 SETTINGS Menu ....................73 OC Menu........................ 75 M-FLASH Menu ....................80 OC PROFILE Menu ....................81 HARDWARE MONITOR Menu ................82 Nahimic 3 ......................84 Installation and Update ..................84 Audio Tab ......................84 Microphone Tab ....................85 Sound Tracker Tab ....................86 Settings Tab ......................

  • Page 15: Specifications

    ∙ Supports Dual-Channel mode ∙ Supports non-ECC mode, un-buffered memory ∙ Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. ∙ 3x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots*, support x16/ x0/ x4 or x8/ x8/ x4 mode Expansion Slot ∙...
  • Page 16 ** SATA5 & SATA6 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SSD in the M2_2 slot. *** Before using Intel® Optane™ memory modules, please ensure that you have updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI website. Intel® Z490 Chipset ∙...
  • Page 17 Continued from previous page Intel® AX201 ∙ The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot ∙ Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz (160MHz) up to Wireless LAN & 2.4Gbps Bluetooth ® ∙ Supports 802.11ac ∙ WiFi 6 pre-certified ∙ Supports Bluetooth 5.1, FIPS, FISMA ®...
  • Page 18 Continued from previous page ∙ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector ∙ 2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors ∙ 1x 6-pin ATX PCIE power connector ∙ 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ∙ 3x M.2 slots (M-Key) ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port ∙...
  • Page 19 ∙ Multi-language ∙ Drivers ∙ DRAGON CENTER ∙ Nahimic Audio ∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING Software ∙ MSI APP Player (BlueStacks) ∙ Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ® ∙ Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive ∙ Norton™ Internet Security Solution Continued on next page...
  • Page 20 ∙ Ambient Link ∙ User Scenario ∙ Hardware Monitor Dragon Center Features ∙ True Color ∙ Live Update Please refer to http://download.msi. com/manual/mb/DRAGONCENTER2. ∙ DPC Latency tuner pdf for more details. ∙ Speed Up ∙ Smart Tool ∙ Super Charger ∙...
  • Page 21 Continued from previous page ∙ Cooling ▪ Stacked Fin Array ▪ Frozr Heatsink Design ▪ MOSFET Baseplate ▪ M.2 Shield Frozr ▪ Pump Fan ▪ Smart Fan Control ∙ Performance ▪ Multi GPU – SLI Technology ▪ Multi GPU – CrossFire Technology ▪...

  • Page 22: Jcorsair1 Connector Specification

    Continued from previous page ∙ Protection ▪ DDR4 Steel Armor ▪ PCI-E Steel Armor ▪ Pre-installed I/O Shielding ▪ Chest Plate ∙ Experience Special Features ▪ Dynamic Dashboard II ▪ Smart Button ▪ Dragon Center ▪ Click BIOS 5 ▪ System Saver ▪...

  • Page 23: Package Contents

    Package contents Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain: Motherboard MEG Z490 GODLIKE SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack) LED JRGB Y cable Cable LED JCORSAIR cable LED JRAINBOW cable Thermistor cable Wi-Fi Antenna M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN4 S M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack)

  • Page 24: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram 2 Channel DDR4 Memory Processor Switch PCI Express Bus DMI 3.0 PCIe x1 slot Switch 1x M.2 1x Intel AX201 Wireless LAN 1x SATA 6Gb/s Switch 1x Realtek 2.5G LAN + 1x Aquantia 10G LAN 1x M.2 2x SATA 6Gb/s Switch Intel 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C)

  • Page 25: Rear I/O Panel

    Rear I/O Panel PS/2 Combo port 2.5 Gbps LAN Flash BIOS Port Audio Ports USB 3.2 Gen 1 10 Gbps LAN (5Gbps) Type-A Clear CMOS button Flash BIOS USB 3.2 Gen 2 Optical Button (10Gbps)Type-A S/PDIF-Out Thunderbolt 3 USB 2.0 Type-A (USB Type-C) Wi-Fi Antenna connectors...

  • 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...

  • Page 28: Installing Antennas

    Installing Antennas 1. Combine the antenna with the base. 2. Screw two antenna cables tight to the WiFi antenna connectors as shown. 3. Place the antenna as high as possible. Rear I/O Panel...

  • Page 29: Overview Of Components

    Overview of Components DIMMA1 PUMP_FAN1 CPU Socket DIMMA2 CPU_PWR2 DIMMB1 SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN1 CPU_PWR1 DIMMB2 JRAINBOW2 SYS_FAN3 T_SEN1 JCORSAIR1 ATX_PWR1 SYS_FAN1 JUSB1 SYS_FAN4 SYS_FAN5 M2_1 JUSB2 PCI_E1 JSLOW1 JSMB1 JUSB3 M2_2 SATA▼1▲2 PCI_E2 SATA▼3▲4 PCI_E3 SATA▼5▲6 M2_3 JFP2 PCI_E4 JBAT1 JAUD1 JRAINBOW1 JUSB5 JRGB1...
  • Page 30 Component Contents Port Name Port Type Page BIOS_SW1 Multi-BIOS Switch CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, Fan Connectors SYS_FAN1~8 CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, Power Connectors PCIE_PWR1 CPU Socket LGA 1200 DIMMA1, DIMMA2, DIMM Slots DIMMB1, DIMMB2 JAUD1 Front Audio Connector JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper JBLK_U1, JRATIO_U1 Base clock Plus, Ratio Plus connectors JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector...

  • Page 31: 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 32: 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 www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. ∙ Overview of Components...

  • Page 33: Pci_E1~4: Pcie Expansion Slots

    PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x4 (PCH) ⚠ 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 34: M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)

    M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M) ⚽ Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 module. M2_1 http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA M2_2 M2_3 ⚠ Important ∙ Intel RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ® Intel Optane™ Memory Ready for all M.2 slots. ∙...
  • Page 35 3. Each M.2 slot is equipped with one standoff. To avoid damage to the M.2 SSD. If your M.2 SSD length is the same as the M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink, remove the standoff below the M.2 SSD. 4. There are two thermal pads on each M.2 slot base plate. The thermal pad-2 is fixed on the M.2 Plate and should not be removed.
  • Page 36 8. Put the M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink back in place and secure it. ⚠ Important If your M.2 SSD equips its own heatsink, please do not re-install the M.2 SHIELD FORZR heatsink. Overview of Components...

  • Page 37: Installing M.2 Xpander-Z Gen4 S Card

    Installing M.2 XPANDER-Z Gen4 S card To install the M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN 4 S card, please follows the steps below. 1. Remove the heatsink by loosening four screws on the back of the card. 2. Loosen M.2 screw from M.2 standoff. 3.
  • Page 38 9. Insert the card into the PCI_E2 slot. 10. Use a screw to secure the card. PCI_E2 11. Connect the PCIE_PWR1 to the power supply. 12. Connect the case’s HDD LED cable to the JCASE connector. 13. Using the supplied HDD LED cable to connect the JMB connector and JFP1’s HDD pins (pin 1 &...
  • Page 39 M.2 XPANDER-Z Gen4 S card LED Control You can turn on/ off the LEDs by the switches. FAN LED switch M.2 LED switch FAN LED M.2 EZ Access LED M.2 Temperature LED ∙ FAN LED ▪ On (white) - It indicates that the fan is operating. ▪...

  • Page 40: 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 41: Cpu_Pwr1~2, Atx_Pwr1, Pcie_Pwr1: Power Connectors

    CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, PCIE_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...

  • Page 42: Jblk_U1, Jratio_U1: Base Clock Plus, Ratio Plus Connectors

    JBLK_U1, JRATIO_U1: Base clock Plus, Ratio Plus connectors You can use these connectors to connect the external buttons. Press the button connecting to JBLK_U1 to increase the CPU base clock or press the button connecting to JRATIO_U1 to increase the CPU ratio. JBLK_U1 (Short the jumper to increase the CPU base clock)

  • Page 43: Jslow1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper

    JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper This jumper is used for LN2 cooling solution, that provides the extreme overclocking conditions, to boot at a stable processor frequency and to prevent the system from crashing. JLN1~2: Low Temperature Booting Jumper This jumper is used for liquid nitrogen cooling system to boot at an extreme low temperature.

  • Page 44: V-Check Points Lite

    V-Check Points Lite These voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages. To measure voltage, place test leads on the GND (screw mounting hole) and a specific V-Check Point. Please refer to the manual of your multimeter for more information.

  • Page 45: Jusb1: Usb 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C Connector

    JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C Connector This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps 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 46: Jusb4~5: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    JUSB4~5: USB 2.0 Connectors These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel. USB0- USB1- USB0+ USB1+ Ground Ground No Pin ⚠ Important Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible ∙...

  • Page 47: Cpu_Fan1, Pump_Fan1, Sys_Fan1~8: Fan Connectors

    CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~8: 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 48: 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 49: 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 50: Bios_Sw1: Multi-Bios Switch

    ⚠ Important Do not use the Multi-BIOS switch when system is booting up. ∙ You can also use the MSI DRAGON CENTER or Flash BIOS Button to flash BIOS. ∙ Please refer to BIOS section for details. Overview of Components...

  • 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. ∙ Overview of Components...

  • Page 52: 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 53: 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. JCORSAIR1 Data...

  • Page 54: Dynamic Dashboard Ii

    DYNAMIC DASHBOARD II The DYNAMIC DASHBOARD II can be used to display system information, CPU temperature, CPU speed, BIOS flash status and error message. You can use MSI’s software to configure and customize the DYNAMIC DASHBOARD II and even upload a .gif animation file.

  • Page 55: 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 56: Cpu Power Led

    CPU Power LED This LED indicates that the 8-pin CPU power connectors (CPU_PWR1 and CPU_PWR2) are only connected to the 4-pin power connector. ⚠ Important When the CPU Power LED is lit, your computer may be started, but insufficient power may cause system stability issues.

  • Page 57: Led_Sw1: Ez Led Control

    LED_SW1: EZ LED Control This switch is used to switch on/ off all the LEDs of motherboard. LED_OFF LED_ON (Default) LED_SW1 Debug Code LED The Debug Code LED displays CPU core temperature (default), progress and error codes during and after POST. Refer to the Debug Code LED table for details. Debug Code LED Hexadecimal Character Table Hexadecimal...

  • Page 58: Debug Code Led Table

    Debug Code LED Table SEC Progress Codes Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard) AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode loading System Agent initialization after microcode loading PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization SEC Error Codes...
  • Page 59 3C - 3E Post-Memory PCH initialization (PCH module specific) DXE IPL is started PEI Error Codes Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed Memory initialization error. SPD reading has failed Memory initialization error. Invalid memory size or memory modules do not match Memory initialization error.
  • Page 60 PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable 9E -9F Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable...
  • Page 61 PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output Devices are found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available S3 Resume Progress Codes...

  • Page 62: Acpi States Codes

    ACPI States Codes The following codes appear after booting and the operating system into ACPI modes. System is entering S1 sleep state System is entering S2 sleep state System is entering S3 sleep state System is entering S4 sleep state System is entering S5 sleep state System is waking up from the S1 sleep state System is waking up from the S2 sleep state...

  • Page 63: Installing Os, Drivers & Utilities

    Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows ® 1. Power on the computer. 2. Insert the Windows 10 installation disc/USB into your computer. ® 3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.

  • Page 64: Uefi Bios

    UEFI BIOS MSI UEFI BIOS is compatible with UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) architecture. The UEFI BIOS firmware infrastructure has many new functions and advantages that traditional BIOS cannot achieve. It will fully support future PCs and devices that comply with UEFI firmware architecture.

  • Page 65: Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup 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 BIOS items are continuously update for better system performance. Therefore, the ∙...

  • Page 66: 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. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the USB port.
  • Page 67 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 your USB flash drive. 3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU and memory.)

  • Page 68: Ez Mode

    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. Smart Button Screenshot XMP Profile...
  • Page 69 ∙ Smart Button - it provides 4 function modes to be achieved by reset button. ▪ Reset - press the reset button to reset the system. ▪ Mystic Light on/ off - press the reset button to turn on/ off all the onboard LEDs. ⚠...
  • Page 70 ∙ M-Flash - click on this button to enter the M-Flash menu that provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. ∙ Hardware Monitor - click on this button to enter the Hardware Monitor menu that allows you to manually control the fan speed by percentage. ∙...
  • Page 71 ▪ To delete a BIOS item from favorite menu 1. Select a BIOS item on favorite menu. 2. Right-click or press F2 key. 3. Choose Delete and click on OK. UEFI BIOS...

  • Page 72: Advanced Mode

    Advanced Mode Press Setup Mode switch or F7 function key can switch between EZ Mode and Advanced Mode in BIOS setup. BIOS menu BIOS menu selection selection Menu display ∙ BIOS menu selection - the following options are available: ▪ SETTINGS - allows you to specify the parameters for chipset and boot devices. ▪...

  • Page 73: Settings Menu

    SETTINGS Menu This menu allows you to specify the parameters for system, chipset and boot devices. ▶ System Status sub-menu The System Status sub-menu allows you to set the system clock and view system information. ▶ System Date Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements. The format is <day>...
  • Page 74 ▶ Integrated Graphics Configuration sub-menu Adjusts integrated graphics settings for optimum system. This sub-menu is only available when using the CPU which integrate with IGP. ▶ USB Configuration sub-menu Sets the onboard USB controller and device function. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.

  • Page 75: Oc Menu

    OC Menu This menu allows you to configure the frequencies and voltages for overclocking. Please note that, higher frequency and voltage may benefit overclocking capability but cause system un-stability. ⚠ Important Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. ∙...
  • Page 76 ▶ Adjusted CPU Frequency Shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only. ▶ Core X X of X xxxx MHz [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU ratios for different number of active cores. These items only appear when CPU Ratio Apply Mode set to Per Core. ▶...
  • Page 77 ▶ 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 next boot. [Immediate] CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immediately. ▶...
  • Page 78 ▶ DRAM Timing Mode [Link] Selects the memory timing mode. [Link] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing for all memory channel. [UnLink] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing for respective memory channel. ▶ Advanced DRAM Configuration Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the memory timing for each/ all memory channel.
  • Page 79 ▶ CPU Memory Changed Detect [Enabled]* Enables or disables the system to issue a warning message during boot when the CPU or memory has been replaced. [Enabled] The system will issue a warning message during boot and then you have to load the default settings for new devices.

  • Page 80: M-Flash Menu

    M-FLASH provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Please download 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.

  • Page 81: Oc Profile Menu

    OC PROFILE Menu This menu allows you to set the BIOS profiles. ▶ 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 Name the current overclocking profile.

  • Page 82: Hardware Monitor Menu

    HARDWARE MONITOR Menu This menu allows you to adjust the fan speed manually and monitor CPU/ system voltage. Select a temperature curve line (white) to be showed in Fan operating window Select a fan to be configured Select a fan mode for target fan Click to enable the Smart Fan Smart Fan duty...
  • Page 83 Adjusting fans 1. Selects a fan that you want to adjust and to display the fan duty curve line (yellow) in fan operating windows. 2. Click and drag the duty points to adjust the fan speed. Select a fan to be adjusted Duty points ⚠...

  • Page 84: 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 85: 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 86: 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 87: Raid Configuration

    RAID Configuration 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.

  • Page 88: Creating Raid Volume

    5. Press F10 to save configuration and exit, and then reboot and press Delete key to enter BIOS Setup menu. 6. Go to BIOS > SETTING > Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology sub- menu. Creating RAID Volume 1. As previously mentioned, enable Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology. 2.

  • Page 89: Removing A Raid Volume

    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, your system will become unbootable.

  • Page 90: Resetting Disks To Non-Raid

    Resetting Disks to Non-RAID 1. Go to BIOS > SETTING > Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology. 2. Select the RAID volume from the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen to enter the RAID VOLUME INFO screen. 3. Select the disk and press Enter to enter PHYSICAL DISK INFO screen. 4.

  • Page 91: Rebuilding Raid Array

    Rebuilding 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.

  • Page 92: Installing Raid Driver

    2. When prompted, insert the USB flash drive with Intel RAID Drivers and then click Browse. ▪ To make an Intel RAID Drivers USB flash drive. Insert the MSI USB Drive into the USB port. Copy all the contents in \\Storage\Intel\ 3.

  • Page 93: Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration

    4. Install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ▫ Reboot to operating system. ▫ Insert the MSI USB Drive into the USB port. ▫ Click the Select to choose what happens with this disc pop-up notification, then select Run DVDSetup.exe to open the installer. If you turn off the AutoPlay feature from the Windows Control Panel, you can still manually execute the DVDSetup.exe from the root path of the MSI USB Drive.
  • Page 94 5. Enable Intel® Optane™ Memory. ▫ Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology software. ▫ Click Intel® Optane™ Memory tab and click Enable. ▫ Click Yes in the dialog. 6. Reboot System. ⚠ WARNING Once you enable Intel® Optane™ memory, in order to prevent seriously damage your operating system, please follow the cautions listed below.

  • Page 95: Removing The Intel® Optane™ Memory

    Removing the Intel® Optane™ memory If you no longer want to use Intel® Optane™ memory, you have to disable the Intel ® Optane™ memory before removing the Intel® Optane™ memory module to avoid operating system damage. Please follow the steps below to remove the Intel Optane™...

  • Page 96: 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 97 European Harmonized Standards. disposing of their end-of-life products. The point of contact for regulatory matters is MSI, y Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor MSI-NL Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son. for further recycling information. B급 기기 (가정용 방송통신기자재) y Users may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for...
  • Page 98 MSI la Unión Europea al final de su periodo de vida. Usted will comply with the product take back requirements...
  • Page 99 Products designed to be operated del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva at closer proximities, such as tablet computers, comply with applicable EU requirements in typical ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del...
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