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MEG X299 CREATION
Thank you for purchasing the MSI
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
Chassis
DDR4 Memory
Power Supply Unit
Graphics Card
Thermal Paste
SATA DVD Drive
SATA Hard Disk Drive
A Package of Screws
Phillips Screwdriver
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  • Page 1: Quick Start

    Quick Start MEG X299 CREATION Thank you for purchasing the MSI motherboard. This Quick ® Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet.

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Safety Information 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 DIMMC1 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 JFP1 Reserved No Pin HDD LED - HDD LED HDD LED +...

  • Page 6: Installing The Motherboard

    Installing the Motherboard 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 CPU_PWR2 PCIE_PWR1 CPU_PWR3 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 OC_RT1: OC Retry Jumper ................... 46 OC_FS1: OC Force Enter BIOS Jumper ..............46 JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper ..............46 CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~2: Fan Connectors ... 47 W_FLOW1: Water Flow Meter Connector ............. 48 T_SEN1: Thermal Sensor Connector ..............48 JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector ............
  • Page 14 Settings Tab ......................71 BIOS Setup ......................72 Entering BIOS Setup ..................... 72 Resetting BIOS ...................... 73 Updating BIOS ....................... 73 EZ Mode ........................ 75 Advanced Mode ....................77 SETTINGS ......................78 Advanced ....................... 78 Boot ........................84 Security ......................... 85 Save &...

  • Page 15: Specifications

    Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® * Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. ** Please refer the DIMM Slots section for more details. y 4x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots ƒ Support x16/x0/x16/x8, x8/x8/x16/x8 mode with the 44-lane CPU.*...
  • Page 16 *** 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 ® y Supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA...
  • Page 17 Continued from previous page y 1x BIOS FlashBack button y 1x Clear CMOS button y 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port y 2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports y 6x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports y 1x 2.5G LAN (RJ45) port Back Panel Connectors y 1x 1G LAN (RJ45) port...
  • Page 18 Continued from previous page y 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector LED Connectors y 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors y 1x 3-pin CORSAIR LED connector y 1x OC retry connector OC Connectors y 1x OC force enter BIOS connector y 1x GAME BOOST knob Internal Buttons y 1x Power button y 1x Reset button...
  • Page 19 Drivers y DRAGON CENTER y MYSTIC LIGHT y Nahimic Audio 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 y GAME OPTIMIZATION...
  • Page 20 Continued from previous page y LED ƒ Mystic Light 3 ƒ Mystic Light Extension (RGB) ƒ Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW) ƒ Mystic Light Extension (CORSAIR) ƒ Mystic Light Sync ƒ EZ DEBUG LED y Protection ƒ DDR4 Steel Armor ƒ M.2 FORZR ƒ...

  • Page 21: Thunderboltm3 Card Specification

    ThunderboltM3 Card Specification Chipset Intel Thunderbolt 3 controller y 2 x thunderbolt 3 port (type C) ƒ up to 40 Gbps for Thunderbolt devices ƒ up to 10 Gbps for USB 3.1 devices External connector y 1 x 5 pin TB header y 2 x DisplayPort input ports ƒ...

  • Page 22: Package Contents

    Package contents Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain: Motherboard MEG X299 CREATION User Manual Documentation Quick Installation Guide Application DVD Driver DVD SATA 6Gb/s Cables 1 to 2 RGB LED Extension Y Cable 80cm CORSAIR RGB LED Extension Cable 50cm...

  • Page 23: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram 2/ 4 Channel DDR4 Memory Processor Switch Switch 1x M.2 PCI Express Bus DMI 3.0 PCIe x1 slot Wi-Fi / Bluetooth 2x M.2 Realtek 8125 8x SATA 6Gb/s Switch Intel I219 1x U.2 PCIE Bus X299 PCH ASMEDIA ASM3142 3x USB 3.1 Gen2 4x USB 3.1 Gen1...

  • Page 24: Rear I/O Panel

    Rear I/O Panel WiFi USB 3.1 Gen1 antenna Audio Ports connectors PS/2 2.5G LAN 1G LAN Clear CMOS Flash BIOS USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C USB 2.0 button Optical S/PDIF-Out USB 3.1 Gen1 USB 2.0/ USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Flash BIOS port y Clear CMOS button - Power off your computer.

  • Page 25: Audio Ports Configuration

    Audio Ports Configuration Channel Audio Ports ● ● Center/ Subwoofer Out ● ● ● Rear Speaker Out ● Line-In/ Side Speaker Out ● ● ● ● Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out Mic In ● : connected, Blank: empty) Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear...

  • Page 26: Realtek Audio Console

    Realtek Audio Console After Realtek Audio Console is installed. You can use it to change sound settings to get better sound experience. Application Enhancement 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 27: Installing Antennas

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

  • Page 28: Overview Of Components

    Overview of Components DIMMA2 CPU Socket DIMMD1 DIMMA1 DIMMD2 CPU_PWR3 DIMMC1 DIMMB2 DIMMC2 DIMMB1 CPU_PWR2 CPU_PWR1 CPU_FAN1 PUMP_FAN1 SYS_FAN4 VRAID1 JCORSAIR1 ATX_PWR1 JRAINBOW1 JUSB5 SYS_FAN1 PCI_E1 M2_1 JUSB4 PCI_E2 SATA▼1▲2 M2_2 SATA▼3▲4 SATA▼5▲6 PCI_E3 M2_3 SATA▼7▲8 PCI_E4 U2_1 PCI_E5 JRAINBOW2 JUSB3 JAUD1 JRGB1...
  • Page 29 Component Contents Port Name Port Type Page BIOS_SW1 Multi-BIOS Switch CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, Fan Connectors SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~2 CPU_PWR1~3, ATX_PWR1, Power Connectors PCIE_PWR1 CPU Socket LGA2066 CPU Socket JAUD1 Front Audio Connector JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector JCORSAIR1 CORSAIR Connector JFP1, JFP2...

  • 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 S/K LED : S/K LED indicates that the installed CPU supports either 4-channels or 2-channels memory architecture. Red = 8 DIMMs support (4-channels architecture CPU) White = 4 DIMMs support (2-channels architecture CPU) B1B2A1A2 C2C1D2D1 Memory module installation recommendation (4-Channels architecture CPU ) Intel Core X-series CPU 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs...
  • Page 32 DIMMD1 DIMMA1 DIMMA1 DIMMC1 DIMMC1 DIMMB1 DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMD1 DIMMA2 DIMMD1 DIMMA1 DIMMA1 DIMMD2 DIMMB2 DIMMC1 DIMMC1 DIMMB1 DIMMB1 DIMMC2 DIMMC2 Important Always insert a memory module in the DIMMC1 slot first. To ensure system stability for Dual/ Triple/ Quad channel mode, memory modules must be of the same type, number and density.
  • Page 33 Memory module installation recommendation (2-Channels architecture CPU ) Intel Core X-series CPU 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Supports 2-channels memory architecture 3 DIMMs 4 DIMMs DIMMB1, B2, A1 and A2 are un-available DIMMD1 DIMMC1 DIMMC1 DIMMD1 DIMMD1 DIMMD2 DIMMC1 DIMMC1 DIMMC2 DIMMC2 Overview of Components...

  • Page 34: Pci_E1~5: Pcie Expansion Slots

    PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes) PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x8 (CPU lanes) PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes) PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x1 (PCH lanes) PCI_E5: PCIe 3.0 x8 (CPU lanes) PCIe and M2_3 slot bandwidth table for 44-lane CPU Graphics Card 2-Way...
  • Page 35 PCI_E3 For 44-lane CPU 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 and to prevent deformation of the slot. PCI_E1...
  • Page 36 Important For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using the PCI_E1 slot is recommended. When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion card’...

  • Page 37: U2_1: U.2 Connector

    U2_1: U.2 Connector This connector is a U.2 interface port. Each connector can connect to one PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage device. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install U.2 SSD. http://youtu.be/KgFvKDxymvw Installing U.2 SSD 1. Connect the U.2 cable to the U.2 connector on the motherboard.

  • Page 38: M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)

    M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M) Important Intel RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ® Intel Optane™ Memory Ready for M2_1, M2_2 slots. ® M2_3 slot only supports PCIe 3.0 interface. M2_1 M2_2 M2_3 Installing M.2 module 1. Remove the screw from the base screw. 5.

  • Page 39: Installing M.2 Xpander-Aero Card

    Installing M.2 XPANDER-AERO Card The M.2 XPANDER-AERO card provide four M.2 Key-M slots. To install the M.2 XPANDER-AERO card: 1. Remove the heatsink by loosening four heatsink screws on the bottom of M.2 XPENDER-AERO. 2. Remove the screw from the base screw. 3.
  • Page 40 9. Insert the M.2 XPENDER-AERO into an PCIe x16 slot. 10. Use the screw to secure the M.2 XPENDER-AERO. 11. Connect the PCIE_PWR1 connector to the power supply. 12. Connect the case’ s HDD LED cable to the JCASE connector. 13.

  • Page 41: 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 The SATA1 connector will be unavailable when a SATA M.2 SSD has been installed in the M.2_1 slot.

  • Page 42: 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 43: Cpu_Pwr1~3, Atx_Pwr1, Pcie_Pwr1: Power Connectors

    CPU_PWR1~3, ATX_PWR1, PCIE_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. CPU_PWR1~3 Ground +12V Ground +12V Ground +12V Ground +12V +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V -12V Ground Ground PS-ON# Ground Ground Ground ATX_PWR1 Ground Ground PWR OK 5VSB +12V +12V +3.3V...

  • Page 44: Oc1: Game Boost Knob

    When enabling GAME BOOST mode, it is recommended to use liquid CPU cooler with dual fan radiator for better cooling and performance. You can also control the GAME BOOST function in BIOS Setup or with MSI DRAGON CENTER software. In order to optimize performance and improve system stability, when you activate the GAME BOOST function, please leave the settings in the BIOS >...
  • Page 45 GAME BOOST Knob overclocking stage table CPU Max Frequency Stage i5-7640X i7-7740X i7-7800X i7-7820X i7-9800X i9-7900X 4.0 GHz 4.3 GHz 3.5 GHz 3.6 GHz 3.8 GHz 3.3 GHz 4.5 GHz 4.8 GHz 4.1 GHz 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz 4.9 GHz 4.2 GHz...

  • Page 46: Oc_Rt1: Oc Retry Jumper

    OC_RT1: OC Retry Jumper When you close this jumper, the system will keep retrying OC items until it boot up successfully. OC_FS1: OC Force Enter BIOS Jumper When you close this jumper, the system will be forced access to the BIOS and skip OC failure messages .

  • Page 47: Cpu_Fan1, Pump_Fan1, Sys_Fan1~4, Exs_Fan1~2: Fan Connectors

    CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~2: 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 48: W_Flow1: Water Flow Meter Connector

    W_FLOW1: Water Flow Meter Connector This connector allows you to connect a water flow meter to monitor the flow rate of your liquid cooling system. Ground WFLOW IN WFLOW PWR T_SEN1: Thermal Sensor Connector This connector allows you to connect the thermistor cable and use it to monitor the temperature of the detection point.

  • Page 49: Installing Thunderboltm3 Card

    Installing ThunderboltM3 Card 1. Insert the ThunderboltM3 into the PCIe 3.0 x4 Thunderbolt supportive slot. 2. Connect one end of the Thunderbolt cable to the J1 connector on the card. 3. Connect the other end of the Thunderbolt cable to the JTBT1 connector on the motherboard.

  • Page 50: Jusb3~4: Usb 3.1 Gen1 Connectors

    However, when you boot the computer into Windows ® you will need to install the MSI DRAGON CENTER software to turn ON/OFF the Charging mode. Important When the Charging mode is enabled, the Charger Port data syncing will be disabled.

  • Page 51: Jusb1~2: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    Important Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage. In order to recharge your iPad,iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install MSI DRAGON CENTER utility. JUSB5: USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector This connector allows you to connect USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C connector on the front panel.

  • Page 52: Power1, Reset1: Power Button, Reset Button

    POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button The Power / Reset button allows you to power on / reset the computer. Power button Reset button 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.

  • Page 53: 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 1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis. 2.

  • Page 54: 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 55: Jrgb1, Jrainbow1~2: Rgb Led Connectors

    20% brightness, the connector supports up to 200 LEDs. Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the RGB LED strip. Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip. Overview of Components...

  • Page 56: Jcorsair1: Corsair Connector

    The JCORSAIR1 connector allows you to connect the CORSAIR Individually Addressable RGB LED strips 5V or CORSAIR RGB LED fans with the CORSAIR fan hub. Once all items are connected properly, you can control the CORSAIR RGB LED strips and fans with MSI's software. JCORSAIR1 Data...

  • Page 57: Onboard Leds

    Onboard LEDs EZ Debug LED These LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard. CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail. DRAM - indicates DRAM is not detected or fail. VGA - indicates GPU is not detected or fail. BOOT - indicates the booting device is not detected or fail.

  • Page 58: Multi-Bios Leds

    Multi-BIOS LEDs Multi-BIOS LEDs indicate which BIOS ROM is in operation. BIOS A LED (Red) BIOS B LED (White) JPWRLED1: LED power input This connector is used by retailers to demonstrate onboard LED light effects. JPWRLED1 - LED power input Onboard LEDs...

  • Page 59: 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. Debug Code LED Hexadecimal Character Table Hexadecimal 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F Debug Code LED display Boot Phases...
  • Page 60 SEC Error Codes 0C - 0D Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes Microcode not found Microcode not loaded PEI Progress Codes PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started 12 - 14 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started 16 - 18 Pre-Memory System Agent initialization (System Agent module specific)
  • Page 61 Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available 5C - 5F Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Progress Codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization...
  • Page 62 9E -9F Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Setup Input Wait Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin...
  • Page 63 Reset protocol is not available S3 Resume Progress Codes S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call E4 - E7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Error Codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found...

  • Page 64: Acpi States Codes

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

  • Page 65: 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 66: 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 67 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 68 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 69: 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 70: Microphone Tab

    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 71: Sound Tracker Tab

    Sound Tracker Tab The Sound Tracker is an FPS oriented feature that provides a visual indication localizing the sources of the sounds while in a game. These are represented by dynamic segments pointing the direction of the sounds: the more opaque they are, the stronger the sounds are.

  • Page 72: 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 In MSI Dragon Center application, click on GO2BIOS button and choose OK. The system will reboot and enter BIOS setup directly.

  • Page 73: Resetting Bios

    Updating BIOS Updating BIOS with M-FLASH Before updating: Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive. Updating BIOS: 1. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the USB port.
  • Page 74 1. Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from the MSI® website. 2. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to the root of your USB flash drive (FAT32 format). 3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU and memory.)

  • Page 75: 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 76 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, HD audio controller, AHCI, RAID, CPU Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by clicking on their respective button.

  • Page 77: 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 78: 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 79 fPEG X - 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 80 fNetwork Stack [Disabled] Sets UEFI network stack for optimizing IPv4 / IPv6 function. [Enabled] Enables UEFI network stack. [Disabled] Disables UEFI network stack. fIpv4 PXE Support [Enabled] When Enabled, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv4 protocol. This item will appear when Network Stack is enabled.
  • Page 81 fXHCI Hand-off [Diasbled] Enables or disables XHCI hand-off support for the operating system without XHCI hand-off feature. fLegacy USB Support [Enabled] Sets Legacy USB function support. [Auto] The system will automatically detect if any USB device is connected and enable the legacy USB support. [Enabled] Enable the USB support under legacy mode.
  • Page 82 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. And the following Fast Boot field will be disabled and fixed.
  • Page 83 fResume By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Disables or enables the system wake up by RTC Alarm. [Enabled] Enables the system to boot up on a scheduled time/ date. [Disabled] Disables this function. fDate (of month) Alarm/ Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm Sets RTC alarm date/ Time. If Resume By RTC Alarm is set to [Enabled], the system will automatically resume (boot up) on a specified date/hour/minute/second in these fields (using the + and - keys to select the date &...

  • Page 84: Boot

    Boot Sets the sequence of system boot devices. f Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled] Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST. [Enabled] Shows the logo in full screen. [Disabled] Shows the POST messages. f GO2BIOS [Disabled] Allows system to enter BIOS setup directly by pressing the Power button for 4 sec pon bootup.

  • Page 85: Security

    Security f Administrator Password Sets administrator password for system security. User has full rights to change the BIOS items with administrator password. After setting the administrator password, the state of this item will show “Installed” . f User Password Sets User Password for system security. User has limited rights to change the BIOS items with user password.

  • Page 86: Save & Exit

    Save & Exit f Discard Changes and Exit Exit BIOS setup without saving any change. f Save Changes and Reboot Save all changes and reboot the system. f Save Changes Save current changes. f Discard Changes Discard all changes and restore to the previous values. f Restore Defaults Restore or load all default values.
  • Page 87 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 88 Enables the GAME BOOST function by virtual button in BIOS or physical button on motherboard. Enabling GAME BOOST function can automatically overclock the system with MSI optimized overclocking profile. f Ring Ratio [Auto] Sets the ring ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.
  • Page 89 f Clockgen Features (optional) Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. Sets the detailed clockgen features. fDynamic Frequency Control [Disabled] Enables or disables to try different CPU BCLK under CPU loading to overclock the system. This item will be disabled when the Dynamic Frequency Search is enabled. fDFC Baseline (MHz) [Auto] Sets initial BCLK for dynamic overclocking if not reach the threshold.
  • Page 90 f Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) [Disabled] X.M.P. (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 X.M.P. is installed. f DRAM Reference Clock [Auto]* Sets the DRAM reference clock.
  • Page 91 f DRAM Voltages control [Auto] These options allows you to set the voltages related to memory. If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually. f CPU Memory Changed Detect [Enabled]* Enables or disables the system to issue a warning message during boot when the CPU or memory has been replaced.
  • Page 92 fLimit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] Enables or disables the extended CPUID value. [Enabled] BIOS limits the maximum CPUID input value to circumvent boot problems with older operating system that do not support the processor with extended CPUID value. [Disabled] Use the actual maximum CPUID input value. fIntel Virtualization Tech [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel Virtualization technology.
  • Page 93 fC1E Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the C1E function for power-saving in halt state. This item appears when Intel C-State is enabled. [Enabled] Enables C1E function to reduce the CPU frequency and voltage for power-saving in halt state. [Disabled] Disables this function. fPackage C State limit [Auto] This item allows you to select a CPU C-state level for power-saving when system is idle.

  • Page 94: 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 95: 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 96: Hardware Monitor

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

  • Page 97: 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 98: 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 99: 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 100: 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 101: 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 102: 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 103: 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 104 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 105: 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 106: 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 107 The point of contact for regulatory matters is MSI, recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products. MSI-NL Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son. y Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor B급 기기 (가정용 방송통신기자재) for further recycling information.
  • Page 108 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 109 及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾 。 saranno obbligati a ritirare ogni prodotto alla fine del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva Products with radio functionality (EMF) ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati This product incorporates a radio transmitting venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del...
  • Page 110 Micro-Star Int’ l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. MSI reserves the right to make changes to this document without prior notice. Technical Support...

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