Quick Start Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI 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.
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.
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 +...
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 ....................
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JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors ................41 JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors ..........42 Onboard LEDs ...................... 43 EZ Debug LED ....................... 43 LED_SW1: EZ LED Control ................... 43 Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ................. 44 Installing Windows® 10 ..................44 Installing Drivers ....................
** SATA5 & SATA6 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA/PCIe 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. Continued on next page Specifications...
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Continued from previous page Intel® Z490 Chipset ∙ Supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA RAID storage devices ∙ Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 PCIe storage devices 1x Realtek® RTL8125B-CG 2.5G LAN Controller ∙...
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Continued from previous page ∙ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector ∙ 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector ∙ 1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector ∙ 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C port ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (support additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports) ∙...
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Continued from previous page ∙ Drivers ∙ DRAGON CENTER ∙ Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ∙ MSI App Player (BlueStacks) Software ∙ Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) ∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING ∙ Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive ∙ Norton™ Internet Security Solution ∙...
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Continued from previous page ∙ LED ▪ Mystic Light ▪ Mystic Light Extension (RGB) ▪ Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW) ▪ Mystic Light Sync ▪ EZ DEBUG LED ▪ EZ LED Control ∙ Protection ▪ PCIe Steel Armor ▪ Pre-installed IO shielding ∙...
Package contents Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain: Motherboard MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI User manual Documentation Case stand-off notification Quick installation guide Application Driver DVD Cables SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack) Wi-Fi Antenna Case badge...
Rear I/O Panel Audio Ports USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps 2.5Gbps LAN Type-A PS/2 Displayport Optical S/PDIF-Out USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps USB 2.0 HDMI port USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps WiFi antenna Type-C connector LAN Port LED Status Table Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Status...
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.
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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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Installing antennas 1. Screw the antennas tight to the antenna connectors as shown below. 2. Orient the antennas. Rear I/O Panel...
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Component Contents Port Name Port Type Page CPU_FAN1, PUMP_ Fan Connectors FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6 CPU_PWR1, ATX_ Power Connectors PWR1 CPU Socket LGA 1200 CPU Socket DIMM Slots Memory slots JAUD1 Front Audio Connector JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors JRAINBOW1~2...
∙ 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. When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink ∙...
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...
⚠ 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. For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using ∙...
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors These connectors connect to the switches and LEDs on the front panel. Power LED Power Switch JFP1 Reserved HDD LED Reset Switch HDD LED + Power LED + HDD LED - Power LED - Reset Switch Power Switch Reset Switch Power Switch...
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ⚽ Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 module. http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA ⚠ Important ∙ Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ∙ Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready for all M.2 slots. Installing M.2 module 1.
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3. Move the position of the standoffs according to your M.2 SSDs 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. 30º...
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 SATA5 ⚠ SATA6 Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during ∙...
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. You can follow the instruction below to adjust the fan connector to PWM or DC Mode.
∙ In order to recharge your iPad,iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install MSI DRAGON CENTER utility. JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Connector This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connector on the front panel.
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector These connectors allow you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the front panel. Power USB2.0+ USB3_RX_DN USB2.0- USB3_RX_DP Ground Ground USB3_TX_C_DP USB3_TX_C_DN USB3_TX_C_DN USB3_TX_C_DP Ground Ground USB3_RX_DP USB2.0- USB3_RX_DN USB2.0+ Power No Pin ⚠...
JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector This connector allows you to connect the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card. FORCE_PWR SCI_EVENT SLP_S3# SLP_S5# JRTD3: Intel RTD3 Connector This connector allows you to connect the RTD3 connector on the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports RTD3. WAKE PWR EN Overview of Components...
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear the CMOS memory. Keep Data Clear CMOS/ (default)
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. Normal Trigger the chassis intrusion event (default) Using chassis intrusion detector 1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis. 2.
(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...
(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...
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.
Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows® 10 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.
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.
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 ∙...
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.
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Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the internet connection is set properly. Updating BIOS: 1. Install and launch MSI DRAGON CENTER and go to Support page. 2. Select Live Update and click on Advance button. 3. Click on Scan button to search the latest BIOS file.
EZ Mode At EZ mode, it provides the basic system information and allows you to configure the basic setting. To configure the advanced BIOS settings, please enter the Advanced Mode by pressing the Setup Mode switch or F7 function key. Screenshot XMP Profile Setup Mode switch...
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∙ Language - allows you to select language of BIOS setup. ∙ System information - shows the CPU/ DDR speed, CPU/ MB temperature, MB/ CPU type, memory size, CPU/ DDR voltage, BIOS version and build date. ∙ Boot device priority bar - you can move the device icons to change the boot priority. The boot priority from high to low is left to right.
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∙ 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. ∙...
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▪ 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...
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. ▪...
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>...
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▶ 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. ▶ Intel (R) Thunderbolt sub-menu Sets the Intel thunderbolt device function. This sub-menu is only available when using the Intel thunderbolt device.
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. ∙...
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▶ 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. ▶ Turbo Ratio Offset Value [Auto] Sets the CPU Turbo ratio offset value.
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▶ Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) [Disabled] XMP (Extreme Memory Profile) is the overclocking technology by memory module. Please enable XMP or select a profile of memory module for overclocking the memory. This item will be available when the memory modules that support XMP is installed.
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▶ CPU Core/ GT Voltage Mode [Auto]* Sets the CPU Core/ GT voltage mode. ▶ CPU Core Voltage Mode [Auto]* Sets the CPU Core voltage mode. ▶ CPU Voltages control [Auto] These options allow you to set the voltages related to CPU. If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.
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.
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.
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...
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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 ⚠...
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.
Creating RAID Volume 1. As previously mentioned, enable Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology. 2. Enter Create RAID Volume screen. The following screen appears: 3. Specify a Name for RAID volume. 4. Select the RAID Level best suited to your usage model in RAID Level. 5.
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.
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.
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.
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 optical drive. Copy all the contents in \\Storage\Intel\ 3.
4. Install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ▫ Reboot to operating system. ▫ Insert the MSI USB Drive into the optical drive. ▫ 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.
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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.
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™...
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.
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