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B350 PC MATE
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motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact your
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Drivers & Utilities
Motherboard User
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Guide
Motherboard
I/O Shield
SATA Cable x2
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  • Page 1: Unpacking

    Unpacking Thank you for buying the MSI B350 PC MATE motherboard. Check to make sure your ® motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible. Drivers & Utilities Motherboard User Disc...

  • 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. Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.

  • Page 3: Quick Start

    Quick Start Preparing Tools and Components AM4 CPU ® Thermal Paste CPU Fan DDR4 Memory Power Supply Unit Chassis SATA Hard Disk Drive Graphics Card SATA DVD Drive A Package of Screws Phillips Screwdriver Quick Start...

  • Page 4: Installing A Processor

    Installing a Processor https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc Quick Start...

  • Page 5: Installing Ddr4 Memory

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

  • Page 6: Connecting The Front Panel Header

    Connecting the Front Panel Header http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI HDD LED + Power LED + HDD LED - Power LED - Reset Switch Power Switch Reset Switch Power Switch JFP1 Reserved No Pin JFP1 HDD LED - HDD LED HDD LED + POWER LED - POWER LED POWER LED + Quick Start...

  • Page 7: Installing The Motherboard

    Installing the Motherboard 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: Connecting The Power Connectors

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

  • Page 12: Power On

    Power On Quick Start...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Contents Unpacking ......................1 Safety Information ....................2 Quick Start ......................3 Preparing Tools and Components ................3 Installing a Processor ..................... 4 Installing DDR4 memory ..................5 Connecting the Front Panel Header ............... 6 Installing the Motherboard ..................7 Installing SATA Drives.....................
  • Page 14 Installing Drivers ....................55 Installing Utilities ....................55 LIVE UPDATE 6 ...................... 56 COMMAND CENTER ..................... 58 RAMDISK....................... 62 X-BOOST ....................... 63 MSI SMART TOOL ....................65 MYSTIC LIGHT ....................... 67 CPU-Z........................68 Troubleshooting ....................69 Regulatory Notices ....................70 Contents...

  • Page 15: Specifications

    Dual channel memory architecture * 7th Gen A-series/ Athlon processors support a maximum of DDR4 2400 Mhz. Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E2) Supports x 16 speed with RYZEN Series Processors ƒ...
  • Page 16 Continued from previous page B350 Chipset ® 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports available ƒ through the internal USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors 6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports on ƒ the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB 2.0 connectors) processor ®...
  • Page 17 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.4 cm x 24.3 cm) 1x 128 Mb flash BIOS Features UEFI AMI BIOS Multi-language Drivers SUPER CHARGER COMMAND CENTER LIVE UPDATE 6 MSI SMART TOOL MYSTIC LIGHT Software X-BOOST RAMDISK NETWORK GENIE CPU-Z MSI GAMING Google Chrome ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive ™...

  • Page 18: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram DVI-D HDMI 2 Channel DDR4 Memory PCI Express Bus 4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 1 x M.2 Audio Jacks Realtek NV6795 ALC892 Super I/O P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard PCIe x1 slot PCIe X4 PCIe x1 slot PCI slot PCIe x16 slot (support x4 mode) PCI slot...

  • Page 19: Rear I/O Panel

    Rear I/O Panel Audio Ports PS/2 USB 3.1 Gen1 USB 3.1 Gen1 USB 2.0 DVI-D USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C LAN Port LED Status Table Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection Yellow Linked Green 100 Mbps connection Blinking...

  • Page 20: Realtek Hd Audio Manager

    Realtek HD Audio Manager After installing the Realtek HD Audio driver, the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the system tray. Double click on the icon to launch. Device Selection Advanced Settings Jack Status Application Enhancement Main Volume Connector Strings Profiles...
  • Page 21 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 Front Center/ Subwoofer Side Rear Rear I/O Panel...

  • Page 22: Overview Of Components

    Overview of Components SYS_FAN1 DIMMA1 DIMMA2 CPU_FAN1 DIMMB1 CPU_PWR1 DIMMB2 CPU Socket PUMP_FAN1 SYS_FAN3 ATX_PWR1 PCI_E1 PCI_E2 JUSB4 M2_1 JBAT1 SATA4 PCI_E3 SATA3 PCI_E4 JCI1 SATA▼1▲2 PCI1 SYS_FAN4 JTPM1 PCI2 JFP2 JFP1 JAUD1 JUSB3 JLED1 JUSB2 SYS_FAN2 JUSB1 JCOM1 JLPT1 Overview of Components...
  • Page 23 Component Contents Port Name Port Type Page CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, Fan Connectors SYS_FAN1~4 CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1 Power Connectors CPU Socket AM4 Socket DIMMA1, DIMMA2, DIMMB1, DIMM Slots DIMMB2 JAUD1 Front Audio Connector JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector JCOM1 Serial Port Connector JFP1, JFP2...

  • Page 24: Cpu Socket

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

  • Page 25: Dimm Slots

    Due to AM4 CPU/memory controller official specification limitation, the frequency of memory modules may operate lower than the marked value under the default state. Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. Overview of Components...

  • Page 26: Pci_E1~4, Pci1~2: Pcie & Pci Expansion Slots

    PCI1: PCI slot PCI2: PCI slot 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 27: M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M)

    M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 module. http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA Installing M.2 module Remove the screw from the base screw. Remove the base screw. Tighten the base screw into the hole of the distance to the M.2 slot as the length your M.2 module.

  • Page 28: Sata1~4: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors

    SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA4 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise.

  • Page 29: Cpu_Pwr1, Atx_Pwr1: Power Connectors

    CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. CPU_PWR1 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 Ground...

  • Page 30: Jusb1~2: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    JUSB1~2: 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 damage.

  • Page 31: Cpu_Fan1, Pump_Fan1, Sys_Fan1~4: Fan Connectors

    CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: 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. When you plug a 3-pin (Non-PWM) fan to a fan connector in PWM mode, the fan speed will always maintain at 100%, which might create a lot of noise.

  • Page 32: Jci1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

    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 Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis. Close the chassis cover. Go to BIOS >...

  • Page 33: Jfp1, Jfp2: Front Panel Connectors

    JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors These connectors connect to the switches and LEDs on the front panel. JFP1 HDD LED + Power LED + HDD LED - Power LED - Reset Switch Power Switch Reset Switch Power Switch Reserved No Pin Speaker - Buzzer + JFP2...

  • Page 34: Jled1: Rgb Led Strip Connector

    JLED1: RGB LED strip connector This connector allows you to connect the extended 5050 RGB LED strips. +12V 5050 LED strip JLED1 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install 5050 RGB LED strips to RGB LED connector. https://youtu.be/CqNHyADzd2Q Important This connector supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B) with the...

  • Page 35: 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/ Reset BIOS...

  • Page 36: 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 description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be for reference only.

  • Page 37: 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: Press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup during POST.

  • Page 38: 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. Screenshot Setup Mode switch Search...
  • Page 39 Information display - click on the CPU, Memory, Storage, Fan Info and Help buttons on left side to display related information. Function buttons - enable or disable the LAN Option ROM, HD audio controller, AHCI, RAID, CPU Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by clicking on their respective button.

  • Page 40: Advanced Mode

    Advanced Mode Press Setup Mode switch or F7 function key can switch between EZ Mode and Advanced Mode in BIOS setup. Screenshot Setup Mode switch Search Language System information OC GENIE 4 switch Boot device priority bar BIOS menu BIOS menu selection selection Menu display...

  • Page 41: Settings

    SETTINGS System Status System Date Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements. The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>. <day> Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. <month> The month from Jan. through Dec. <date>...
  • Page 42 fPCI Latency Timer [32] Sets latency timer of PCI interface device. [Options: 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, 248 PCI Bus clocks] ACPI Settings Sets ACPI parameters of onboard power LED behaviors. Press Enter to enter the sub- menu. fPower LED [Blinking] Sets shining behaviors of the onboard Power LED.
  • Page 43 fSATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller. [AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) offers some advanced features to enhance the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging.
  • Page 44 Super IO Configuration Sets system Super I/O chip parameters including LPT and COM ports. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. fSerial (COM) Port 0 Configuration Sets detailed configuration of serial(COM) port 0. Press Enter to enter the sub- menu. fSerial (COM) Port 0 [Enabled] Enables or disables serial (COM) port x.
  • Page 45 fSystem Power Fault Protection [Disabled] Enables or disables the system to boot up when detecting abnormal voltage input. [Enabled] Protect the system from unexpected power operating and remain the shut down status. [Disabled] Disables this function. Windows OS Configuration Sets Windows detailed configuration and behaviors. Press Enter to enter the sub- menu.

  • Page 46: Boot

    [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes when activity or input signal of PCI/ PCIe device is detected. [Disabled] Disables this function. fResume by USB Device [Disabled] Disables or enables system wake up from S3/S4 by USB device. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from sleep state when activity of USB device is detected.

  • Page 47: Security

    AUTO CLR_CMOS [Disabled] Enables or disables the CMOS data to be resumed automatically when the system cannot boot to OS and reboot repeatedly. Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI] Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS installation requirement.

  • Page 48: Save & Exit

    Trusted Computing Sets TPM (Trusted Platform Module) function. fSecurity Device Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the TPM function to build the endorsement key for accessing the system. fAMD fTPM switch [AMD CPU fTPM] Selects TPM device. [AMD CPU fTPM] Select it for AMD Firmware TPM. [AMD CPU fTPM Disabled] Select it for Discrete TPM.
  • Page 49 Important Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, it could void your warranty or severely damage your hardware. If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC GENIE 4 function for easy overclocking.
  • Page 50 DigitALL Power Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. Controls the digital powers related to CPU PWM. fCPU Loadline Calibration Control [Auto] The CPU voltage will decrease proportionally according to CPU loading. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increase the temperature of the CPU and VRM.
  • Page 51 CPU Specifications Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays the information of installed CPU. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F4]. Read only. fCPU Technology Support Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu shows the key features of installed CPU.

  • Page 52: M-Flash

    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 53: Oc Profile

    OC PROFILE Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. fSet Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Name the current overclocking profile. fSave Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Save the current overclocking profile.

  • Page 54: Hardware Monitor

    HARDWARE MONITOR Temperature & Speed Fan Manage Setting Buttons Voltage display Temperature & Speed Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds. Fan Manage PWM - allows you to select the PWM mode for fan operation. ƒ DC - allows you to select the DC mode for fan operation. ƒ...

  • Page 55: Software Description

    7/ 10 disc into your optical drive. ® Note: Due to chipset limitation, during the Windows 7 installation process, USB optical drives or USB flash drives are not supported. You can use MSI Smart Tool to install Windows ® Press the Restart button on the computer case.

  • Page 56: Live Update 6

    LIVE UPDATE 6 LIVE UPDATE 6 is an application for the MSI system to scan and download the latest ® drivers, BIOS and utilities. With LIVE UPDATE 6, you don’ t need to search the drivers on websites, and don’ t need to know the models of motherboard and graphics cards.
  • Page 57 Select the Live Update tab. Choose Automatic scan, system will automatically scan all the items and search for the latest update files. Or you can choose Manual scan and select the items you wish to scan. Click the Scan button at the bottom. It may take several moments to complete the process.

  • Page 58: Command Center

    COMMAND CENTER COMMAND CENTER is an user-friendly software and exclusively developed by MSI, helping users to adjust system settings and monitor status under OS. With the help of COMMAND CENTER, making it possible to achieve easier and efficient monitoring process and adjustments than that under BIOS. In addition, the COMMAND CENTER can be a server for mobile remote control application.
  • Page 59 CPU Fan CPU Fan control panel provides Smart mode and Manual Mode. You can switch the control mode by clicking the Smart Mode and Manual Mode buttons on the top of the CPU Fan control panel. Manual Mode - allows you to manually control the CPU fan speed by percentage.
  • Page 60 OC GENIE 4 OC GENIE 4 provides a specified CPU frequency for overclocking the CPU. Option Buttons - Advanced When click the Advanced button, The Voltage, Fan and DRAM icons will appear. Voltage - allows you to adjust advanced voltage values of CPU and chipset. Fan - allows you to control the system fans speed.
  • Page 61 Find the IP address on the SoftAP Management Setting area, and enter the IP address on your MSI COMMAND CENTER APP to link your system. ® Press Refresh on the MSI COMMAND CENTER APP to verify that monitoring and ® OC functions are working properly.

  • Page 62: Ramdisk

    RAMDISK RAMDISK creates a virtual RAM drive using the available memory in your computer, the performance of the RAMDISK is faster than an SSD and hard drive. RAMDISK allows you to store any temporary information on it. Furthermore, using the RAMDISK will extend your SSD’...

  • Page 63: X-Boost

    X-BOOST The MSI X-BOOST allows you to select the system performance mode to meet your current system environment or support faster storage access speed for your external storage or memory cards. Easy In Easy page, you can select one system performance mode to meet the current system environment.
  • Page 64 Setting - enables or disables Run X-BOOST when windows starts. Important Please note that you can only select one mode at a time from Easy or Advance page as MSI X-BOOST function. The improved transfer rate/ access speed will vary with the USB/ storage device. Software Description...

  • Page 65: Msi Smart Tool

    MSI SMART TOOL MSI SMART TOOL is a convenient tool that can help you to create your Windows installation USB flash drive with USB 3.0 drivers, and it can also create a super RAID. Main menu After installing and activating MSI SMART TOOL, it will display a main menu for you to choose Win7 Smart Tool or Super RAID.
  • Page 66 Super RAID This utility allows you to create a Super RAID in Windows system. To create a Super RAID: Use checkboxs to select the disks you want included in your RAID. Choose Speed Up or Backup for RAID type. y Speed Up = RAID0 y Backup = RAID1 Click Start.

  • Page 67: Mystic Light

    MYSTIC LIGHT MYSTIC function allows you to control LED lights on your motherboard. ON/OFF LED Area Selection LED ON/OFF - allows you to turn ON/ OFF the LED function. LED Area Selection - separately controls each segment of LEDs on your motherboard, graphics cards and extend LED strip.

  • Page 68: Cpu-Z

    CPU-Z CPU-Z is an utility that gathers information on some of the main devices of your system. CPU Tab - shows processor name, code name, package, specification, instructions sets, core speed and cache levels. Caches Tab - shows extended information related to the cache capabilities. Mainboard Tab - shows motherboard manufacturer, model name, chipset, BIOS version and graphic interface.

  • Page 69: 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 symptoms as mentioned below. the BIOS.

  • Page 70: Regulatory Notices

    EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Council), MSI provides the information of chemical Operation is subject to the following two conditions: substances in products at: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.
  • Page 71 MSI will comply with the product take entregar a una empresa autorizada para la recogida de back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded estos residuos.
  • Page 72 MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del loro ciclo di vita.
  • Page 73 Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. y Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com y Register your product at: http://register.msi.com...

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