Contents Quick Start........................3 Specifications ......................16 Special Features ......................20 Package Contents ...................... 21 Back Panel Connectors ..................... 22 LAN Port LED Status Table .................. 23 Audio Jacks Connection ..................23 Installing Antennas ....................25 Overview of Components ................... 26 CPU Socket ......................
Quick Start Thank you for purchasing a new motherboard from MSI®. 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.
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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.
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Case stand-off notification To prevent damage to the motherboard, any unnecessary mounting stand-off between the motherboard circuits and the computer case is prohibited. The Case standoff keep out zone signs will be marked on the backside of motherboard (as shown below) to serve as a warning to user.
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Installing a Processor ⚽ ∙ https://youtu.be/cltgIYiGtWY...
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⚠ Important If you are installing the screw-type CPU heatsink, please follow the figure below to remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink.
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Connecting the Front Panel Header ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI Power LED Power Switch JFP1 Reserved HDD LED Reset Switch JFP1 HDD LED - HDD LED HDD LED + POWER LED - POWER LED POWER LED +...
Specifications ∙ Supports AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Desktop Processor* ∙ Processor socket AM5 * Please go to www.msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors are released. Chipset AMD B650 Chipset ∙ 4x DDR5 memory slots, supporting up to 192GB* ∙...
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Continued from previous column ∙ 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports • SATA_1~2 (From B650 chipset) SATA Ports • SATA_A1~A4 (From ASM1064) ∙ 2x M.2 slots (Key M) • M2_1 slot (From CPU) • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 SSD Slots •...
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Continued from previous column ∙ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector Power Connectors ∙ 2x 8-pin +12V power connectors ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C front panel port (From B650 chipset) ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (From B650 chipset) Internal USB Connectors •...
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∙ 9.6 in. x 12.0 in. (244 mm x 305 mm) ∙ 1x 256 Mb flash ∙ UEFI AMI BIOS BIOS Features ∙ ACPI 6.4, SMBIOS 3.5 ∙ Multi-language ∙ Drivers ∙ MSI Center Software ∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING ∙ Norton 360 Deluxe ∙ AIDA64 Extreme - MSI Edition...
• Super Charger RGB Support • Devices Speed Up • Mystic Light Extension (RGB) • Smart Image Finder • Mystic Light Extension (A-RAINBOW • MSI Companion • System Diagnosis • Ambient Link Support • Smart Fan Control BIOS Thermal Features •...
Back Panel Connectors Item Description Flash BIOS button - Please refer to page 54 for details about updating BIOS with Flash BIOS button. DisplayPort 2.5 Gbps LAN jack USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A port (From CPU) USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports (From Hub-1074) Wi-Fi antenna connectors Audio jacks HDMI™...
LAN Port LED Status Table Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Status Description Status Speed No link 10 Mbps Yellow Linked Green 100~1000 Mbps Blinking Data activity Orange 2.5 Gbps Audio Jacks Connection Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT...
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Audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Audio jacks to 5.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Center/ Subwoofer Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Side Center/ Subwoofer...
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.
It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs ∙ installation or overclocking. The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU ∙ and devices when overclocking. ∙ Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x1 (From B650 chipset) ⚠ Important If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI ∙ Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight to prevent deformation of the slot.
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) M2_1 M2_2 ⚠ Important If your M.2 SSD equips its own heatsink, please remove the M.2 plate or rubber cube in the M.2 slot before installing M.2 SSD. Do not re-install the heatsink supplied with your motherboard.
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3. Install the supplied EZ M.2 Clip kit in the M.2 slot according to 2280 SSD length. Skip this step if you install 22110 SSD. 4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 5. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD. 30º...
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6. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 7. Put the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink back in place and secure it.
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Installing M.2 module into M2_2 slot 1. Install the supplied EZ M.2 Clip kit in the M.2 slot according to your SSD length. 2. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 3. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD. 30º...
SATA_1~2, SATA_A1~A4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA_2 SATA_1 SATA_A2 SATA_A1 SATA_A4 SATA_A3 ⚠ Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during ∙...
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel. Signal Name Signal Name MIC L Ground MIC R Head Phone R MIC Detection SENSE_SEND No Pin Head Phone L Head Phone Detection JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors The JFP1 connector controls the power on, power reset, and the LEDs on your PC case/chassis.
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. CPU_PWR1~2 Signal Name Signal Name Ground Ground Ground Ground +12V +12V +12V +12V ATX_PWR1 Signal Name Signal Name +3.3V +3.3V CPU_PWR1~2 Ground Ground Ground PWR OK 5VSB +12V ATX_PWR1...
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. Normal Trigger the chassis (default) intrusion event Using chassis intrusion detector 1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis. 2.
JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C front panel Connector This connector allows you to connect USB Type-C connector on the front panel. The connector possess a foolproof design. When you connect the cable, be sure to connect it with the corresponding orientation. USB Type-C Cable JUSB1 USB Type-C port on...
In order to recharge your iPad, iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install ∙ MSI Center utility. JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.
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. The auto mode fan connectors can automatically detect PWM and DC mode.
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/ (default)
(12V/G/R/B) with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V). 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.
JARGB_V2_1~2: A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED connectors The JARGB_V2 connectors allow you to connect the ARGB Gen2 and the ARGB-based LED strips. The JARGB_V2 connector supports up to 240 individually addressable RGB LEDs with maximum power rating of 3A (5V). Signal Name Signal Name Data...
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It is recommended that you install LED strips with the same specification to achieve the best effects. Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ∙ before installing or removing the addressable RGB LED strip. Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip. ∙...
JOCFS1: Safe Boot Jumper This jumper is used for Safe Boot. Once enabled, the system will boot with default settings and lower PCIe (from CPU) mode. Normal Enabled (default) Apply the BIOS default settings and lower PCIe Boot with the saved BIOS settings.
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.
Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11 1. Power on the computer. 2. Insert the Windows 10/ Windows 11 installation disc/USB into your computer. 3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.
2. Select Start > Settings > Windows Update, and then select Check for updates. 3. MSI Driver Utility Installer will pop up automatically. 4. Select the I have read and agree to the MSI Terms of Use check box, and then click Next.
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5. Check the Select All checkbox in the lower-left corner and click Install to install MSI Center and drivers. The installation progress will be shown at the bottom. 6. Once the progress has completed, click Finish.
MSI Center is an application that helps you easily optimize game settings and smoothly use content creation softwares. It also allows you to control and synchronize LED light effects on PCs and other MSI products. With MSI Center, you can customize ideal modes, monitor system performance, and adjust fan speed.
UEFI has many new functions and advantages that traditional BIOS cannot achieve, and it will completely replace BIOS in the future. The MSI UEFI BIOS uses UEFI as the default boot mode to take full advantage of the new chipset’s capabilities.
* When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice. BIOS User Guide If you’d like to know more instructions on setting up the BIOS, please refer to https://download.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/mb/AMDAM5BIOS.pdf or scan the QR code to access. ⚠ Important...
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. Switch to the target BIOS ROM by Multi-BIOS switch. Please skip this step if your motherboard doesn’t has this switch.
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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 the USB storage device. 3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU and memory.)
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∙ This device may not cause harmful interference. ∙ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. MSI Computer Corp. 901 Canada Court, City of Industry, CA 91748, USA (626)913-0828 www.msi.com...
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∙ ErP Directive 2009/125/EC Compliance with these directives is assessed using applicable European Harmonized Standards. The point of contact for regulatory matters is MSI-Europe: Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son. Products with Radio Functionality (EMF) This product incorporates a radio transmitting and receiving device. For computers in normal use, a separation distance of 20 cm ensures that radio frequency exposure levels comply with EU requirements.
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20 cm ensures that radio frequency exposure levels comply with the Australian and New Zealand Standards. クラスB情報技術装置 この装置は 、 クラスB情報技術装置です 。 この装置は 、 家庭環境で使用することを目的とし ていますが 、 この装置がラジオやテレビジョン受信機に近接して使用されると 、 受信障害を 引き起こすことがあります 。 取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをして下さい 。 VCCI-B KC인증서 상호: (주)엠에스아이코리아 제품명: 메인보드 모델명: 10-7D78 제조년월: 2022년 R-R-MSI-10-7D78 제조자 및 제조국가: MSI/중국...
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∙ Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products. ∙ Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor for further recycling information. ∙ Users may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for information regarding proper Disposal, Take-back, Recycling, and Disassembly of MSI products.
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MSI will comply with the product take back requirements at the end of life of MSI- branded products that are sold into the EU. You can return these products to local collection points.
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MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
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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.
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Việt Nam RoHS Kể từ ngày 01/12/2012, tất cả các sản phẩm do công ty MSI sản xuất tuân thủ Thông tư số 30/2011/TT-BCT quy định tạm thời về giới hạn hàm lượng cho phép của một số hóa chất độc hại có trong các sản phẩm điện, điện tử”...
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Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. ∙ Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com ∙ Register your product at: http://register.msi.com Revision History ∙...
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