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  • Page 1 P55A Fuzion series MS-7688 (v1.x) Mainboard G52-76881X1...

  • Page 2: Trademarks

    Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. ◙ Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=service ◙ Contact our technical staff at: http://ocss.msi.com...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    MS-7688 MS-7688 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 4: Fcc-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    Preface Preface FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digi- tal device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter- ference in a residential installation.

  • Page 5: Weee (Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment) Statement

    MSI will comply with the product take back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded prod- ucts that are sold into the EU.
  • Page 6 MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proiz- vode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
  • Page 7 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...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Preface Preface Contents Copyright Notice .................... ii Trademarks ....................ii Revision History..................... ii Technical Support..................ii Safety Instructions ..................iii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement.......... iv WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement ....v Chapter 1 Getting Started................1-1 Mainboard Specifications ..................1-2 Mainboard Layout ....................
  • Page 9 MS-7688 MS-7688 Appendix A Realtek Audio ................A-1 Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver ..............A-2 Software Configuration ..................A-3 Hardware Default Setting ..................A-5 Appendix B Intel RAID ................B-1 Introduction ......................B-2 BIOS Configuration ....................B-3 Installing Driver ....................B-10 Degraded RAID Array ..................B-12 Appendix C Marvell RAID ................

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the P55A Fuzion Series (MS- 7688 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The P55A Fuzion Series mainboards are based on Intel P55 chipsets for optimal ® system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel ®...

  • Page 12: Mainboard Specifications

    Processor Support ■ Intel Core™ i7, Core™ i5 (Lynnfield & Clarkdale), Core™ i3 and Pentium processor ® ® in the LGA1156 package (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index. php?func=cpuform2) Base Clock ■ 133 MHz Chipset ■ Intel...
  • Page 13 2 PCI 2.2 slots, support 3.3V/ 5V PCI bus Interface Form Factor ■ ATX (30.5cm x 24.3cm) Mounting ■ 9 mounting holes If you need to purchase accessories and request the part numbers, you could search the product web page and find details on our web address below http://www.msi.com/index.php...

  • Page 14: Mainboard Layout

    Line-Out SYSFAN3 T:RS-Out M:CS-Out JUSB4 B:SS-Out JPWR3 PCI _E1 PCI _E2 PCI _E3 PCI _E4 JTPM1 PCI 1 BATT PCI 2 JFP2 JBAT1 JUSB1 JUSB2 JUSB3 RESET JAUD1 JCD1 JSP1 JFP1 J1394_1 RESET1 POWER1 P55A Fuzion Series (MS-7688 v1.X) Mainboard...

  • Page 15: Packing Checklist

    MS-7688 Packing Checklist MSI Driver/Utility DVD MSI mainboard SATA Cable (Optional) USB Bracket (Optional) User’s Guide Power Cable Back IO Shield * The pictures are for reference only and may vary from the packing contents of the product you purchased.

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Hardware Setup

    Chapter 2 Hardware Setup This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup procedures. While doing the installa- tion, be careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong orientation, the components will not work properly.

  • Page 18: Quick Components Guide

    Hardware Setup Hardware Setup Quick Components Guide JPWR2, p.2-10 CPUFAN, p.2-14 SYSFAN3, p.2-14 DDR3, p.2-8 CPU, p.2-4 JUSB4, p.2-16 SYSFAN2, p.2-14 Back Panel, p.2-11 JPWR1, p.2-10 SYSFAN1, p.2-14 JPWR3, p.2-10 SATA1~8, p.2-13 PCIE, p.2-22 SYSFAN4, p.2-14 JTPM1, p.2-15 JCI1, p.2-13 PCI, p.2-22 JBAT1, p.2-18 JFP1, JFP2, p.2-15...

  • Page 19: Screw Holes

    MS-7688 MS-7688 Screw Holes When you install the mainboard, you have to place the mainboard into the chassis in the correct direction. The locations of screws holes on the mainboard are shown as below. The side has to toward the rear, the position for the I/O shield of the chassis.

  • Page 20: Cpu (Central Processing Unit)

    When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning on the computer. For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index. php?func=cpuform2...
  • Page 21 MS-7688 MS-7688 CPU & Cooler Installation When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion. Follow the steps below to install the CPU &...
  • Page 22 Hardware Setup Hardware Setup Visually inspect if the CPU is seated Engage the load lever while pressing well into the socket. If not, take out down lightly onto the load plate. the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall. Alignment Key Secure the lever near the hook end Make sure the four hooks are in por- under the retention tab.
  • Page 23 MS-7688 MS-7688 Align the holes on the mainboard with Press the four hooks down to fasten the heatsink. Push down the cooler the cooler. until its four clips get wedged into the holes of the mainboard. Turn over the mainboard to confirm Finally, attach the CPU Fan cable to that the clip-ends are correctly in- the CPU fan connector on the main-...

  • Page 24: Memory

    Hardware Setup Hardware Setup Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=testreport DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 pin Memory Population Rule Please refer to the following illustrations for memory population rules.
  • Page 25 MS-7688 MS-7688 Installing Memory Modules The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right orientation. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DIMM slot. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close when the memory module is properly seated.

  • Page 26: Power Supply

    Hardware Setup Hardware Setup Power Supply ATX 24-pin Power Connector: JPWR1 This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX 24-pin power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned.

  • Page 27: Back Panel

    MS-7688 MS-7688 Back Panel Coaxial IEEE 1394 Port Mouse S/PDIF-Out Line-In RS-Out Clear CMOS Line-Out CS-Out Button SS-Out Keyboard USB 2.0 Port USB 2.0 Port USB 3.0 Port Optical USB 2.0 Port S/PDIF-Out ▶ Mouse/Keyboard The standard PS/2 mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2 mouse/keyboard.
  • Page 28 Hardware Setup Hardware Setup ▶ IEEE 1394 Port The IEEE 1394 port on the back panel provides connection to IEEE 1394 devices. ▶ USB 3.0 Port USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. Supports data transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed). Important If you want to use a USB 3.0 device, you must use the USB 3.0 cable to connect to the USB 3.0 port.

  • Page 29: Connectors

    MS-7688 MS-7688 Connectors Serial ATA Connector: SATA1~8 This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device. * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. SATA1~6 (3Gb/s) supported by Intel P55 PCH ®...
  • Page 30 Hardware Setup Hardware Setup Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN, SYSFAN1~4 The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V. When connecting the wire to the connectors, always note that the red wire is the positive and should be con- nected to the +12V; the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND. If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control.
  • Page 31 MS-7688 MS-7688 Front Panel Connector: JFP1, JFP2 This connector is for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 is compliant with Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. ® JFP2 JFP1 TPM Module connector: JTPM1 This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) module (optional). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.
  • Page 32 Hardware Setup Hardware Setup Front USB Connector: JUSB1~4 This connector, compliant with Intel I/O Connectivity Design Guide, is ideal for con- ® necting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and the like. USB 2.0 connector: JUSB1/ JUSB2/ JUSB3 * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only.
  • Page 33 MS-7688 MS-7688 S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSP1 This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) interface for digital audio transmission. * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. S/PDIF-Out Bracket (optional) IEEE1394 Connector: J1394_1 This connector allows you to connect the IEEE1394 device via an optional IEEE1394 bracket.

  • Page 34: Jumpers

    Hardware Setup Hardware Setup Jumpers Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to keep the data of system configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automati- cally boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear data.

  • Page 35: Button

    You can disable the OC Genie function in BIOS setup. And we suggest you to save the OC Genie configuration to overclocking profile in BIOS for future using. • The usage of OC Genie is at your own risk. Overclocking is never guaranteed by MSI. 2-19...

  • Page 36: Slots

    Hardware Setup Hardware Setup Slots PCIE (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot The PCIE slot supports the PCIE interface expansion card. PCIE x16 Slot PCIE x1 Slot PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.

  • Page 37: Led Status Indicators

    MS-7688 MS-7688 LED Status Indicators CPU Phase LEDs VTT Phase LEDs RESET CPU Phase LEDs These LEDs indicate the current CPU power phase mode. Follow the instructions below to read. Lights CPU is in 1 phase power mode. CPU is in 2 phase power mode. CPU is in 3 phase power mode.
  • Page 38 Hardware Setup VTT Phase LEDs These LEDs indicate the current VTT power phase mode. Follow the instructions below to read. Lights VTT is in 1 phase power mode. VTT is in 2 phase power mode. 2-22...

  • Page 39: Chapter 3 Bios Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Setup This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for op- timum use. You may need to run the Setup program when: ■ An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP.

  • Page 40: Entering Setup

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Entering Setup Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <DEL> key to enter Setup. Press DEL to enter SETUP If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button.
  • Page 41 MS-7688 MS-7688 Control Keys <↑> Move to the previous item <↓> Move to the next item <←> Move to the item in the left hand <→> Move to the item in the right hand <Enter> Select the item <Esc> Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a submenu <+/PU>...

  • Page 42: The Main Menu

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setup The Main Menu ▶ Standard CMOS Features Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. ▶ Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to setup the items of the BIOS special enhanced features. ▶...
  • Page 43 MS-7688 MS-7688 ▶ M-Flash Use this menu to read/ flash the BIOS from storage drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only). ▶ Overclocking Profile Use this menu to save/ load your settings to/ from CMOS for BIOS. ▶ Load Fail-Safe Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance.

  • Page 44: Standard Cmos Features

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Standard CMOS Features The items in Standard CMOS Features Menu include some basic setup items. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then use the <PgUp> or <PgDn> keys to select the value you want in each item. ▶...
  • Page 45 MS-7688 MS-7688 ▶ SATA1~6 Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: ▶ Device / Vendor / Size It will show the device information that you connected to the SATA connector. Important SATA1~6 are appearing when you connect the HD devices to the SATA connectors on the mainboard.

  • Page 46: Advanced Bios Features

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Advanced BIOS Features ▶ Boot Sequence Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ 1st/ 2nd/ 3rd/ --- Boot Device These items allow you to set the first/ second/ third boot device where BIOS at- tempts to load the disk operating system. ▶...
  • Page 47 MS-7688 MS-7688 ▶ Quick Booting Setting the item to [Enabled] allows the system to boot within 10 seconds since it will skip some check items. ▶ Boot Up Num-Lock LED This setting is to set the Num Lock status when the system is powered on. Setting to [On] will turn on the Num Lock key when the system is powered on.

  • Page 48: Integrated Peripherals

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Integrated Peripherals ▶ USB Controller This setting allows you to enable/disable the onboard USB controller. ▶ USB Device Legacy Support Select [Enabled] if you need to use a USB-interfaced device in the operating system. ▶ Onboard LAN Controller This setting allows you to enable/disable the onboard LAN controller.
  • Page 49 MS-7688 MS-7688 ▶ On-Chip ATA Devices Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: ▶ PCI IDE BusMaster This item allows you to enable/ disable BIOS to used PCI busmastering for reading/ writing to IDE drives. ▶ On-Chip SATA Controller This item allows users to enable or disable the on-chip SATA controller.

  • Page 50: Power Management Setup

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Power Management Setup Important S3-related functions described in this section are available only when the BIOS sup- ports S3 sleep mode. ▶ ACPI Function This item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Function.
  • Page 51 MS-7688 MS-7688 ▶ Restore On AC Power Loss This item specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs. Settings are: [Off] Always leaves the computer in the power off state. [On] Always leaves the computer in the power on state. [Last State] Restore the system to the status before power failure or interrupt occurred.

  • Page 52: H/W Monitor

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setup H/W Monitor ▶ Chassis Intrusion The field enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status and issuing a warning message if the chassis is once opened. To clear the warning mes- sage, set the field to [Reset]. The setting of the field will automatically return to [Enabled] later.

  • Page 53: Green Power

    MS-7688 MS-7688 Green Power ▶ CPU Phase Control When set to [Auto], the hardware will auto adjust the CPU power phase according to the loading of CPU to reach the best power saving function. ▶ Motherboard LED Control This item is used to turn on (Auto)/ turn off (Disabled) the power phase LEDs of the mainboard.

  • Page 54: Bios Setting Password

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setup BIOS Setting Password When you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen: ▶ U-Key This item is used to enable/ disable USB driver device as a key. ▶ Make U-Key at This item is used to specify the USB driver device as a key.

  • Page 55: Cell Menu

    MS-7688 MS-7688 Cell Menu Important Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset. ▶ Current CPU / DRAM / QPI Frequency These items show the current frequencies of CPU, Memory and QPI. Read-only. 3-17...
  • Page 56 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup ▶ CPU Specifications Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. This submenu shows the information of installed CPU. ▶ CPU Technology Support Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. In this sub-menu, it shows the installed CPU technologies.
  • Page 57 MS-7688 MS-7688 ▶ C1E Support To enable this item to read the CPU power consumption while idle. Not all processors support Enhanced Halt state (C1E). ▶ OverSpeed Protection Overspeed Protection function can monitor the current CPU draws as well as its power consumption.
  • Page 58 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup ▶ Intel EIST The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the performance level of the microprocessor whether the computer is running on battery or AC power. This field will appear after you installed the CPU which supports speedstep technology. ▶...
  • Page 59 MS-7688 MS-7688 ▶ Advance DRAM Configuration Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. ▶ CH1/ CH2 1T/2T Memory Timing This item controls the SDRAM command rate. Select [1N] makes SDRAM signal controller to run at 1N (N=clock cycles) rate. Selecting [2N] makes SDRAM signal controller run at 2N rate.
  • Page 60 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup ▶ CH1/ CH2 tRFC This setting determines the time RFC takes to read from and write to a memory cell. ▶ CH1/ CH2 tWR Minimum time interval between end of write data burst and the start of a precharge command.
  • Page 61 MS-7688 MS-7688 ▶ ClockGen Tuner Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. ▶ CPU Amplitude Control/ PCI Express Amplitude Control These items are used to select the CPU/ PCI Express clock amplitude. ▶ Adjust PCI-E Frequency (MHz) This field allows you to select the PCIE frequency (in MHz).
  • Page 62 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Important Failed Overclocking Resolution This mainboard supports overclocking greatly. However, please make sure your pe- ripherals and components are bearable for some special settings. Any operation that exceeds product specification is not recommended. Any risk or damge resulting from improper operation will not be under our product warranty.

  • Page 63: M-Flash

    MS-7688 MS-7688 M-Flash 7688 7688 == BIOS Update or Boot 2nd BIOS From USB drive== ▶ M-Flash function as M-Flash function allows you to flash BIOS from USB drive/ storage drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only), or allows the system to boot from the BIOS file inside USB drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).
  • Page 64 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Important • Please refer to the block diagram below about the M-Flash function. • Due to the special design of some graphics cards will cause dark screen during M- flash operation, and you may refer the beeps from the system to confirm the current M-flash process.
  • Page 65 MS-7688 MS-7688 ▶ Load BIOS source File from When the M-Flash function as sets to [BIOS Update], this item is selectable. Use this item to select particular BIOS file from the USB/ Storage (FAT/32 format only) drive. ▶ Boot 2nd BIOS from USB Drive When the M-Flash function as sets to [Boot] ], this item is selectable.

  • Page 66: Overclocking Profile

    BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Overclocking Profile ▶ Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 These items are used to save the currect settings to selected profile, and they are also used to load the settings from the selected profile. ▶...

  • Page 67: Load Fail-Safe/ Optimized Defaults

    MS-7688 MS-7688 Load Fail-Safe/ Optimized Defaults The two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS settings to the default Fail-Safe or Optimized values. The Optimized Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard. The Fail-Safe Defaults are the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance.

  • Page 68: Appendix A Realtek Audio

    Appendix A Realtek Audio The Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simul- taneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple streaming) through the Front-Out-Left and Front-Out-Right chan- nels.

  • Page 69: Installing The Realtek Hd Audio Driver

    Realtek Audio Realtek Audio Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver You need to install the HD audio driver for Realtek audio codec to function properly before you can get access to 2-, 4-, 6-, 8- channel or 7.1+2 channel audio operations. Follow the procedures described below to install the drivers for different operating sys- tems.

  • Page 70: Software Configuration

    MS-7688 MS-7688 Software Configuration After installing the audio driver, the “Realtek HD Audio Manager” icon will appear at the notification area (lower right of the screen). You may double click the icon and the GUI will pop up accordingly. It is also available to enable the audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager from the Control Panel.
  • Page 71 Realtek Audio Realtek Audio ■ Device Selection Here you can select a audio output source to change the related options. the “check” sign (in orange) indicates the devices as default. ■ Volume Adjustment You can control the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.

  • Page 72: Hardware Default Setting

    MS-7688 MS-7688 Hardware Default Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting. ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 2-channel speakers diagram F r o ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram F r o R e a...
  • Page 73 Realtek Audio ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 6-channel speakers diagram F r o C e n R e a t e r & S u b w o o f ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 8-channel speakers diagram F r o C e n R e a t e r...

  • Page 74: Appendix B Intel Raid

    Appendix B Intel RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and en- abling RAID functionality on platforms...

  • Page 75: Introduction

    Intel RAID Intel RAID Introduction The mainboard comes with the Intel RAID controller that allows you to configure SATA hard drives as RAID sets. SATA hard drives deliver blistering transfer speeds up to 3 Gb/s. Serial ATA uses long, thin cables, making it easier to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside your PC.

  • Page 76: Bios Configuration

    MS-7688 MS-7688 BIOS Configuration The Intel Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM should be integrated with the system BIOS on all motherboards with a supported Intel chipset. The Intel Matrix Stroage Man- ager Option ROM is the Intel RAID implementation and provides BIOS and DOS disk services.
  • Page 77 Intel RAID Intel RAID After pressing the <Ctrl> and <I> keys simultaneously, the following window will ap- pear: ■ Create RAID Volume Select option 1 Create RAID Volume” and press <Enter> key. The following screen appears. Then in the Name field, specify a RAID Volume name and then press the <TAB>...
  • Page 78 MS-7688 MS-7688 In the Disk field, press <Enter> key and the following screen appears. Use <Space> key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume, then click <Enter> key to finish selection. Then select the strip value for the RAID array by using the “upper arrow” or “down arrow”...
  • Page 79 Intel RAID Intel RAID Important Since you want to create two volumes (Intel Matrix RAID Technology), this default size (maximum) needs to be reduced. Type in a new size for the first volume. As an ex- ample: if you want the first volume to span the first half of the two disks, re-type the size to be half of what is shown by default.
  • Page 80 MS-7688 MS-7688 ■ Delete 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 in the Intel RAID Option ROM, your system will become unbootable.
  • Page 81 Intel RAID Intel RAID ■ Reset Disks to Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter> to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. The following screen appears: Press <Y> key to accept the selection. Important •...
  • Page 82 MS-7688 MS-7688 ■ Recovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press <Enter> to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears: Recovery mode will change from Continuous Update to On-Request after you en- able “Only Recovery Disk” or “Only Master Disk”.

  • Page 83: Installing Driver

    RAID Driver” for yourself. ® • Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. • Click the “Browse DVD” on the Setup screen. Copy all the contents in \\RAID\ Intel\ PCH\ f6flpy 32 or f6flpy 64 to a formatted floppy •...
  • Page 84 MS-7688 ■ Existing Windows Vista/ Windows 7/ XP Driver Installation Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. The DVD will auto-run and the setup screen will appear. Under the Driver tab, click on Intel RAID Drivers. The drivers will be automatically installed.

  • Page 85: Degraded Raid Array

    Intel RAID Intel RAID Degraded 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.
  • Page 86 MS-7688 MS-7688 Exit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click ‘Yes’. The Intel(R) Storage Utility will be launched. Right-click the new hard drive and select ‘Rebuild to this Disk’. The ‘Rebuild Wizard’ will be launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard drive.

  • Page 88: Appendix C Marvell Raid

    Appendix C Marvell RAID This chapter provides an overview of the Marvell RAID Driver and Utility, also describes the installation proce- dure.

  • Page 89: Raid Configuration

    Marvell RAID Marvell RAID RAID Configuration During bootup, a screen similar to the one below will appear for about few seconds. Press <Ctrl>+<M> to enter Marvell BIOS setup utility. Press <Ctrl>+<M> to enter BIOS Setup or <Space> to continue Important Be sure to enable the RAID function for SATA device in mainboard BIOS before config- uring the Marvell BIOS setup utility.
  • Page 90 MS-7688 MS-7688 Creating Virtual Disks This topic describes the procedure for creating virtual disks by using the Marvell BIOS setup utility. In the Topology pane, scroll to [HBA 0: Marvell 0] and press Enter. A menu pops-up as shown below. Select “Configuration Wizard” and press Enter to begin creating the virtual disk.
  • Page 91 Marvell RAID Marvell RAID Create virtual disk by configuring its settings in the “Information” pane. as shown below. And refer the description below to configure the virtual disk settings. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) xxxx Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Configure -> Select free disks Create Virtual Disk HBA 0: Marvell 0 RAID Level...
  • Page 92 MS-7688 MS-7688 After configure all settings for the virtual disk, scroll to the [Next] and press Enter to continue. And the screen shows as below, press Y to confirm the creation for the virtual disk. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) xxxx Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Create Virtual Disk Configure ->...
  • Page 93 Marvell RAID Marvell RAID Deleting Virtual Disk This topic describes the procedure to delete a virtual disk by using the Marvell BIOS setup utility. Important Using “Delete” permanently erases all data on the virtual disk. In the [Topology] pane, select “Virtual Disk” (VD 0: MRAID1, shown as below) and press Enter.
  • Page 94 MS-7688 MS-7688 Rebuilding Virtual Disk This topic describes the procedure to manually rebuild a degraded virtual disk by using the Marvell BIOS setup utility. This is applicable to the RAID 1 virtual disk. Important The rebuild process is both initiated and completed in the Marvell BIOS setup. The Mar- vell RAID Utility (MRU), which runs in as OS environment, cannot be used to either initi- ate, resume, or complete the rebuild process Spare physical disks are not supported.
  • Page 95 Important Please follow the instruction below to make a SATA RAID driver for yourself. • Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. • Click the “Browse CD” on the Setup screen. Copy all the contents in the : \\RAID\Marvell9128 sp1116\miniport\Floppy32 or Flop- •...
  • Page 96 MS-7688 Installing the RAID Driver Under Windows (for Non-bootable RAID Array) Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. The DVD will auto-run and the setup screen will appear. Under the Driver tab, click on Marvell 91XX SATA Driver. The driver will be automatically installed.

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