Table Of Contents - MSI 970A SLI Krait Edition Manual

CONTENTS
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Chapter 1 Getting Started............................................................................1-1
Packing Contents ................................................................................................. 1-2
Optional Accessories ........................................................................................... 1-2
Assembly Precautions .......................................................................................... 1-3
Motherboard Specifications .................................................................................. 1-4
Connectors Quick Guide ...................................................................................... 1-7
Back Panel Quick Guide ...................................................................................... 1-9
CPU (Central Processing Unit) .......................................................................... 1-11
Introduction to AM3/ AM3+ CPU ................................................................. 1-11
CPU & Cooler Installation ............................................................................ 1-12
Memory .............................................................................................................. 1-14
Dual-Channel mode Population Rule .......................................................... 1-14
Mounting Screw Holes ....................................................................................... 1-15
Power Supply ..................................................................................................... 1-16
JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors ............................................................. 1-16
Expansion Slots ................................................................................................. 1-17
PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots ................................................................ 1-17
PCI1~2: PCI Expansion Slots ...................................................................... 1-17
Video/ Graphics Cards ...................................................................................... 1-18
Single Video Card Installation ...................................................................... 1-18
Internal Connectors ............................................................................................ 1-19
SATA1~6: SATA Connectors ..................................................................... 1-19
CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~2: Fan Power Connectors .......................................... 1-20
JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors ...................................................... 1-21
JUSB1～3: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors ............................................... 1-22
JUSB4: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector ....................................................... 1-22
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector .............................................................. 1-23
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ................................................................ 1-23
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector .................................................................... 1-24
JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector ......................................................... 1-24
Jumper ............................................................................................................... 1-25
JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper ....................................................................... 1-25
Drivers and Utilities ............................................................................................ 1-26
Total Installer ............................................................................................... 1-26
Chapter 2 Quick Installation ........................................................................2-1
CPU Installation ................................................................................................... 2-2
Memory Installation .............................................................................................. 2-4
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