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Thank you for purchasing the MSI
MPG X299M GAMING EDGE AC
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.

Preparing Tools and Components

Intel
LGA 2066 CPU
®
CPU Fan
Thermal Paste
DDR4 Memory
Power Supply Unit
Chassis
SATA Hard Disk Drive
Graphics Card
SATA DVD Drive
A Package of Screws
Phillips Screwdriver
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  • Page 1: Quick Start

    Quick Start Thank you for purchasing the MSI MPG X299M GAMING EDGE AC 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.

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Safety Information y 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. y 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/ecdkLMmkya4 Safety Information...

  • Page 4: Installing Ddr4 Memory

    Installing DDR4 memory http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs Safety Information...

  • 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 Reset Switch Power Switch Reserved No Pin JFP1 HDD LED - HDD LED HDD LED +...

  • Page 6: Installing The Motherboard

    Installing the Motherboard BAT1 Safety Information...

  • Page 7: Installing Sata Drives

    Installing SATA Drives http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc Safety Information...

  • Page 8: Installing A Graphics Card

    Installing a Graphics Card http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A Safety Information...

  • Page 9: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Connecting Peripheral Devices Safety Information...

  • Page 10: Connecting The Power Connectors

    Connecting the Power Connectors http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1~2 Safety Information...

  • Page 11: Power On

    Power On Safety Information...

  • 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 Installing SATA Drives..................... 7 Installing a Graphics Card ..................
  • Page 13 JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ............... 41 BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch ................42 JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ............43 POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button ..........43 JRGB1~2, JRAINBOW1~2: RGB LED connectors ..........44 Onboard LEDs ...................... 45 EZ Debug LEDs ..................... 45 DIMM LEDs ......................
  • Page 14 Enabling Intel Rapid Storage Technology............83 ® Creating RAID Volume ..................84 Removing a RAID Volume ..................85 Resetting Disks to Non-RAID ................86 Rebuilding RAID Array ..................87 Installing RAID Driver ................... 88 Installing Intel Rapid Storage Technology Software .......... 88 ®...

  • Page 15: Specifications

    Specifications y Supports Intel Core™ X-Series Processor Family for ® LGA2066 Socket* * MPG X299M GAMING EDGE AC does not support Intel Core™ i7-7740X and ® i5-7640X processors. Chipset Intel X299 Chipset ® y 4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB...
  • Page 16 ** M2_3 is only available when installing the 44 lanes CPU. *** Before using Intel Optane™ memory modules, please ensure that you have ® updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI website. Intel X299 Chipset ®...
  • Page 17 Continued from previous page y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector y 2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors y 8x SATA 6Gb/s connectors y 3x M.2 slots (Key M) y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) y 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port...
  • Page 18 Drivers y DRAGON CENTER y MYSTIC LIGHT y Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) Software y CPU-Z MSI GAMING y MSI App Player (BlueStacks) y Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ® y Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive y Norton™ Internet Security Solution Continued on next page Specifications...
  • Page 19 Continued from previous page y GAME OPTIMIZATION y OC Performance y Hardware Monitor Dragon Center Features y LAN Manager Please refer to http://download.msi. y Eyerest com/manual/mb/DRAGONCENTER2. pdf for more details. y Live Update y Audio ƒ Audio Boost 4 ƒ Nahimic 3 y Network ƒ...
  • Page 20 ƒ DDR4 Boost ƒ GAME Boost ƒ CORE Boost ƒ Lightning USB ƒ Front Lightning USB ƒ USB with type A+C y VR MSI Special ƒ VR Ready Features y Gamer Experience ƒ GAMING HOTKEY ƒ GAMING MOUSE Control y BIOS ƒ...

  • Page 21: Package Contents

    Package contents Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain: Motherboard MPG X299M GAMING EDGE AC SATA 6Gb/s Cables Cable 1 to 2 RGB LED Extension Y Cable 80cm SLI BRIDGE WiFi Antenna Case Badge SATA Cable Labels...

  • Page 22: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram 4 Channel DDR4 Memory Processor Intel I219-V PCI Express Bus Intel I211-AT 1x M.2 Wi-Fi / DMI 3.0 Bluetooth 2x M.2 Switch 8x SATA 6Gb/s X299 PCH PCIE Bus 6x USB 3.1 Gen1 ASMEDIA ASM3142 3x USB 3.1 Gen2 6x USB 2.0 LPC Bus 6797...

  • Page 23: Rear I/O Panel

    Rear I/O Panel Wi-Fi Antenna Audio Ports connectors PS/2 Clear CMOS button USB 3.1 Gen2 Optical USB 3.1 Gen1 BIOS FLASHBACK+ Type-C S/PDIF-Out Type-A button USB 3.1 Gen2 USB 3.1 Gen1 USB 2.0 Type-A Type-A USB 2.0/ BIOS FLASHBACK+ y Clear CMOS button - Power off your computer. Press and hold the Clear CMOS button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to default values.

  • Page 24: 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 Advanced Settings Device Selection Main Volume Connector Settings Jack Status y Device Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related options.
  • Page 25 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 26 Installing antennas 1. Screw the antennas tight to the antenna connectors as shown below. 2. Orient the antennas. Rear I/O Panel...

  • Page 27: Overview Of Components

    Overview of Components Front View CPU_PWR1 JRAINBOW2 PUMP_FAN1 DIMMB1 CPU Socket CPU_FAN1 DIMMA1 JRGB2 DIMMC1 DIMMD1 CPU_PWR2 ATX_PWR1 M2_2 JUSB4 JUSB3 SYSFAN1 JBAT1 PCI_E1 RESET1 SATA▼1▲2 M2_1 SATA▼3▲4 PCI_E2 SATA▼5▲6 BAT1 PCI_E3 JCI1 SATA▼7▲8 VRAID1 JUSB1 JAUD1 JUSB2 JTB1 JRGB1 POWER1 JRAINBOW1 SYSFAN3...
  • Page 28 Rear View M2_3 Overview of Components...
  • Page 29 Component Contents Port Name Port Type Page BIOS_SW1 Multi-BIOS Switch CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~3 Fan Connectors CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1 Power Connectors CPU Socket LGA 2066 DIMMA1/B1/C1/D1 DIMM Slots JAUD1 Front Audio Connector JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors JPWRLED1 LED power input...

  • Page 30: 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 31: Dimm Slots

    DIMM Slots DIMMB1 DIMMC1 DIMMA1 DIMMD1 Memory module installation recommendation (4-Channels architecture CPU ) BAT1 DIMMA1 DIMMA1 DIMMD1 DIMMD1 DIMMB1 DIMMB1 DIMMC1 DIMMC1 DIMMA1 DIMMA1 DIMMD1 DIMMD1 DIMMB1 DIMMB1 DIMMC1 DIMMC1 Overview of Components...
  • Page 32 Important To ensure system stability for Dual/ Triple/ Quad channel mode, memory modules must be of the same type, number and density. And for every channel, the odd number DIMM slot must to be installed first. Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less than the amount of installed.

  • Page 33: Pci_E1~3: Pcie Expansion Slots

    PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x16/ x8 BAT1 PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x4 PCIe slots bandwidth table for 44-lane CPU Graphics Card Single* 2-Way* 2-Way PCI_E1 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16 PCI_E2 3.0 x16 @ 3.0 x16...
  • Page 34 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 and to prevent deformation of the slot. When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet.

  • Page 35: M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)

    M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M) M2_2 M2_3 M2_1 Important M2_3 is only available when installing the 44 lanes CPU. Intel RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ® Intel Optane™ Memory Ready. ® Installing M.2 device 1. Loosen the M.2 riser screw from the 4.

  • Page 36: Sata1~8: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors

    SATA1~8: 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 SATA8 SATA7 Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise.

  • Page 37: Cpu_Pwr1~2, Atx_Pwr1: Power Connectors

    CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. CPU_PWR1~2 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 38: Jfp1, Jfp2: Front Panel Connectors

    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...

  • Page 39: Jusb4: Usb 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector

    JUSB4: USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector This connector allows you to connect USB 3.1 Gen2 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. JUSB4 USB Type-C Cable USB Type-C port...

  • Page 40: Cpu_Fan1, Pump_Fan1, Sys_Fan1~3: Fan Connectors

    CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~3: 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. This motherboard can automatically detect PWM and DC mode.

  • Page 41: Jaud1: Front Audio Connector

    JAUD1: Front Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel. MIC L Ground MIC R Head Phone R MIC Detection SENSE_SEND No Pin Head Phone L Head Phone Detection JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. Normal Trigger the chassis intrusion event...

  • Page 42: Bios_Sw1: Multi-Bios Switch

    When BIOS updating fails or causes the computer non-bootable, you can recover the failed BIOS by the steps below. Before recovering, please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save the BIOS file to the root of the USB flash drive.

  • Page 43: 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 jumper to clear the CMOS memory. Keep Data Clear CMOS/ Reset BIOS...

  • Page 44: Jrgb1~2, Jrainbow1~2: Rgb Led Connectors

    RGB LED strips (5V/Data/Ground) with the maximum power rating of 3A (5V). 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 45: Onboard Leds

    Onboard LEDs EZ Debug LEDs These LEDs indicate the status of key components during booting process. When an error is occurred, the corresponding LED stays lit until the problem is solved. CPU - indicates CPU is not detected, fail or non- supported.

  • Page 46: Fan Led

    Fan LED This LED indicates the fan control mode. CPU_FAN1 LED LED Color Fan control mode PWM mode Green DC mode JPWRLED1: LED power input This connector is used by retailers to demonstrate onboard LED light effects. JPWRLED1 - LED power input Onboard LEDs...

  • Page 47: Debug Code Led

    Debug Code LED The Debug Code LED displays progress and error codes during and after POST. Refer to the Debug Code LED table for details. Hexadecimal Character Table Hexadecimal Debug Code 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F LED display Boot Phases Security (SEC) –...
  • Page 48 Memory initialization. Programming DXE Core is started memory timing information NVRAM initialization Memory initialization. Configuring Installation of the PCH Runtime Services memory CPU DXE initialization is started Memory initialization (other) CPU DXE initialization (CPU module 64 - 67 Memory Installed specific) CPU post-memory initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization...

  • Page 49: Acpi States Codes

    Setup Verifying Password S3 Resume Failed Start of Setup S3 Resume PPI not Found Setup Input Wait S3 Resume Boot Script Error Ready To Boot event S3 OS Wake Error Legacy Boot event EC - EF Reserved for future AMI error codes Exit Boot Services event Recovery Progress Codes Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin...

  • Page 50: 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 51: Mystic Light

    MYSTIC LIGHT MYSTIC LIGHT is an application that allows you to control LED light effects of MSI & partner products. For some earlier products, you can go to product download page to download the applicable LED control software. Device LED effect control screen When you start up MYSTIC LIGHT, there will be a list of auto-detected devices on the top of the screen.
  • Page 52 y LED area selector - allows you to select the LED area on the device. The LED effects vary depending on your LED area selection. y Effect speed level - allows you to adjust the LED light effect switching speed. Please note that this function will only be available if your device supports it.
  • Page 53 ƒ Synchronize all - There is a quick button on the upper right that allows you to synchronize all your devices with one click. Click the All Sync button, then the chain icons under all sync devices will be changed in red-chain icons and the Profile control panel will appear on the left.

  • Page 54: 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’...
  • Page 55 ƒ Voices - it boosts (or removes) the speech in movies, video games and incoming communication from -12 to +12 dB. ƒ Bass - increases (or decreases) the energy in low frequencies from -12 to +12 dB. ƒ Treble - increases (or decreases) the energy in high frequencies from -12 to +12 y Reset Button - restores the current profile to its default values.
  • Page 56 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 57: Bios Setup

    Press Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process. y Use MSI FAST BOOT application. Click on GO2BIOS button and choose OK. The system will reboot and enter BIOS setup directly.

  • Page 58: 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. Press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup during POST.
  • Page 59 Before updating: Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI ® website and rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM. And then, save the MSI.ROM file to the root of USB flash drive. Important Only the FAT32 format USB flash drive supports updating BIOS by BIOS FLASHBACK+.

  • Page 60: 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. XMP switch Setup Mode switch Screenshot...
  • Page 61 y Information display - click on the CPU, Memory, Storage, Fan Info and Help buttons on left side to display related information. y Function buttons - enable or disable the LAN Option ROM, M.2/Optane Genie, Hardcore mode, AHCI, RAID, CPU Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by clicking on their respective button.

  • Page 62: Advanced Mode

    Advanced Mode Press Setup Mode switch or F7 function key can switch between EZ Mode and Advanced Mode in BIOS setup. XMP switch Setup Mode switch Screenshot Search Language System information GAME BOOST switch Boot device priority bar BIOS menu BIOS menu selection selection...

  • Page 63: Settings

    SETTINGS System Status f 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 64 fPEGX - Max Link Speed [Auto] Sets PCI Express protocol of PCIe x16 slots for matching different installed devices. [Auto] This item will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only. [Gen2] Enables PCIe Gen2 support only. [Gen3] Enables PCIe Gen3 support only.
  • Page 65 fIpv6 PXE Support [Enabled] When Enabled, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item will appear when Network Stack is enabled. [Enabled] Enables the Ipv6 PXE boot support. [Disabled] Disables the Ipv6 PXE boot support. fSATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller.
  • Page 66 Disables this function. fMSI Fast Boot [Disabled] MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It will disable more devices to speed up system boot time which is faster than the boot time of Fast Boot. [Enabled] Enables the MSI Fast Boot function to speed up booting time.
  • Page 67 [Enabled] Enables the Fast Boot configuration to accelerate system boot time. [Disabled] Disables the Fast Boot configuration. fSecure Boot Sets the Windows secure boot to prevent the unauthorized accessing. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when Windows 10 WHQL Support is enabled.

  • Page 68: Boot

    fResume By Onboard Intel LAN [Disabled] Enables or disables the system wake up by Onboard Intel LAN. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes when activity or input signal of Intel LAN device is detected. [Disabled] Disables this function.

  • Page 69: Security

    f GO2BIOS [Disabled] Allows system to enter BIOS setup directly by pressing the Power button for 4 sec pon bootup. [Enabled] The system boots straight to the BIOS setup by long pressing the power button about 4 seconds when the system is off. [Disabled] Disables this function.

  • Page 70: Save & Exit

    f Password Clear [Enabled] Enables or disables the clear CMOS behavior to clear a set password. [Enabled] The password will be erased after clear CMOS. [Disabled] The password will always be kept. Important When selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear on the screen.
  • Page 71 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 GAME BOOST function for easy overclocking.
  • Page 72 f Adjusted CPU Frequency Shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only. f CPU Core # Favored Index Target Speed This item will be activate when CPU Ratio Apply Mode set to “Per Core” . It shows the favored index of target speed for each CPU core. Read only. f Core 0~X XX of XX [Auto]* Allows you to set the CPU ratios for different number of active cores.
  • Page 73 f CPU Base Clock (MHz) Sets the CPU Base clock. You may overclock the CPU by adjusting this value. Please note that overclocking behavior and stability is not guaranteed. This item appears when a CPU that support this function is installed. f CPU Base Clock Apply Mode [Auto]* Sets the applying mode for adjusted CPU base clock.
  • Page 74 f DigitALL Power Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. Controls the digital powers related to CPU PWM. fVR 12VIN OCP Expander [Auto] Expands the limitation of VR Over Current Protection with 12V input voltage. The higher expanding value indicates less protection. Therefore, please adjust the current carefully if needed, or it may damage the CPU/ VR MOS.
  • Page 75 fCPU SA Switching Frequency [Auto] Sets the PWM working speed to stabilize CPU SA voltage and minimize ripple range. Increasing the PWM working speed will cause higher temperature of MOSFET. So please make sure a cooling solution is well-prepared for MOSFET before you increase the value.
  • Page 76 f CPU Core/ Ring Voltage Mode [Auto]* Sets the CPU Core/ Ring voltage mode. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Adaptive Mode] Sets the adaptive voltage automatically for optimizing the system performance. [Override Mode] Allows you to set the voltage manually. [Offset Mode] Allows you to set the offset voltage and select the voltage offset mode.
  • Page 77 f CPU Features Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. fHyper-Threading [Enabled] Intel Hyper-Threading technology treats the multi cores inside the processor as multi logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this technology.
  • Page 78 fIntel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] Enables or disables the Intel adaptive thermal monitor function to protect the CPU from overheating. [Enabled] Throttles down the CPU core clock speed when the CPU is over the adaptive temperature. [Disabled] Disables this function. fIntel C-State [Auto] Enables or disables the Intel C-state.
  • Page 79 fLong Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto] Sets the long duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode. fLong Duration Maintained (s) [Auto] Sets the maintaining time for Long duration power Limit(W). fShort Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto] Sets the short duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode. fCPU Current Limit (A) [Auto] Sets maximum current limit of CPU package in Turbo Boost mode.

  • Page 80: M-Flash

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

    OC PROFILE f 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 82: Hardware Monitor

    HARDWARE MONITOR Temperature Speed Fan Manage Setting Buttons Information display f Temperature The assignment fan will be controlled according to the selected temperature source. And you can set the duty cycle for each fan. f Speed Shows all fans' speeds. f Fan Manage ƒ...

  • Page 83: 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 84: Creating Raid Volume

    6. Press F10 to save configuration and exit, and then reboot and press Delete key to enter BIOS Setup menu. 7. 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 85: 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 86: 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 87: 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 88: Installing Raid Driver

    2. When prompted, insert the USB flash drive with Intel RAID Drivers and then click Browse. ƒ To make an Intel RAID Drivers USB flash drive. Insert the MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. Copy all the contents in \\Storage\Intel\16.x\f6flpy-x64 3.

  • Page 89: Intel ® Optane™ Memory Configuration

    ® ˜ Reboot to operating system. ˜ Insert the MSI Driver Disc 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 Driver Disc.
  • Page 90 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 ®...

  • Page 91: 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 92: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Lost BIOS password Before sending the motherboard for RMA repair, try to go over troubleshooting y 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 93: Regulatory Notices

    이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파적합기기로서 주 y Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor 로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적으로 하며, 모 for further recycling information. 든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다.
  • Page 94 Unión Europea al final de su periodo de vida. Usted their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take debe depositar estos productos en el punto limpio...
  • Page 95 Products designed to be operated del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva at closer proximities, such as tablet computers, ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati comply with applicable EU requirements in typical venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del...
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