Contents Quick Start........................4 Specifications ......................16 Special Features ......................22 Package Contents ...................... 23 Back Panel Connectors ..................... 24 LAN Port LED Status Table .................. 25 Audio Jacks Connection ..................26 Installing Antennas ....................28 Connecting Thunderbolt Devices via Daisy-chain..........29 Overview of Components ...................
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LED_SW1: EZ LED Control ................... 60 Debug Code LED ....................61 Boot Phases ......................61 Debug Code LED Table ..................61 Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center ................68 MSI Center ......................71 UEFI BIOS ........................72 BIOS Setup ......................73 Resetting BIOS ......................
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/KMf9oIDsGes...
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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 12th/ 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* ∙ Processor socket LGA1700 * Please go to www.msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors are released. Chipset Intel® Z790 Chipset ∙ 4x DDR5 memory slots, support up to 192GB* ∙...
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Continued from previous column Intel® JHL8540 Thunderbolt™ 4 Controller ∙ 2x Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB-C) ports on the back panel • Supports up to 40Gbps transfer rate with Thunderbolt devices • Supports up to 20Gbps transfer rate with USB4 devices • Supports up to 10Gbps transfer rate with USB 3.2 devices Thunderbolt 4 •...
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Continued from previous column ∙ 5x M.2 slots (Key M) • M2_1 slot (From CPU) • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 • Supports 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices • M2_2 slot (From Z790 chipset) • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 •...
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Continued from previous column Wi-Fi 7 ∙ The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot ∙ Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz*(320MHz) up to 5.8Gbps Wi-Fi & Bluetooth® ∙ Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax/ be ∙...
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Continued from previous column ∙ 1x Power button Buttons ∙ 1x Reset button ∙ 1x Clear CMOS jumper ∙ 1x OC safe boot jumper Jumpers ∙ 1x Slow mode jumper ∙ 2x Low temperature booting jumpers ∙ 1x EZ LED Control switch Switches ∙...
Special Features MSI Center Features • Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E / M.2 Slot • Gaming Mode • Lightning Gen 4 PCI-E / M.2 Slot • Smart Priority • USB4 • Game Highlights • Lightning USB 20G • Mystic Light • Multi GPU Support •...
There is an ISO file in the supplied USB drive. Please do not delete it accidentally. ∙ For more information on installing drivers, please refer to Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center chapter. If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer. ∙...
Back Panel Connectors Item Description 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. 2.5 Gbps LAN ports USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Z790 chipset) Wi-Fi antenna connectors Audio jacks Flash BIOS button - Please refer to page 75 for details about updating BIOS...
Item Description USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port (From Z790 chipset) ∙ DisplayPort Alt Mode USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A port (From Z790 chipset) ∙ Flash BIOS port USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Hub-GL3590) Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports (From JHL8540) ∙...
Installing Antennas 1. Combine the antenna with the base. 2. Screw two antenna cables tight to the Wi-Fi antenna connectors as shown. 3. Place the antenna as high as possible.
Connecting Thunderbolt Devices via Daisy-chain Daisy-chain is a method of connecting multiple devices to a PC with only one output terminal. Daisy-chain allows you to connect multiple thunderbolt devices to a single thunderbolt port on the back panel. You can also daisy chain monitor by connecting graphics card to the Mini DisplayPort Input port on the back panel.
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_E3: PCIe 4.0 x4 (From Z790 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_1~5: M.2 Slots (Key M) Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 SSD with Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. ⚽ M2_1 M2_2 M2_3 ∙ https://youtu.be/J88vcXeLido M2_4 M2_5 ⚠ Important Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ∙...
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2. Slightly lift up the end part of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink and move it forward to uninstall the heatsink. 3. Remove the protective films from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate. 4. Remove or exchange the screws according to your SSD length. Skip this step, if you install 2280 SSD.
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5. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 6. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD. 30º 30º 30º 30º 2260/2280 SSD 22110 SSD 7. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink.
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Installing M.2 module into M2_2 & M2_3 slots 1. Loosen the screws of M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 2. Lift the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink up and remove it. 3. Remove the protective films from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate. 4.
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5. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 6. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD. 30º 30º 30º 30º 2260 SSD 2280 SSD 7. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink.
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Installing M.2 module into M2_4 & M2_5 slots 1. Loosen the screws of M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 2. Lift up the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink and remove it. 6 6 7 7 3. Remove the protective films from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate.
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4. Please follow the below instructions according to your SSD length. Skip this step if you install 2280 SSD into M2_5 slot. • Installing 2260 SSD into M2_5 slot Remove the installed standoff from the M.2 plate and install EZ M.2 Clip in the 2260 screw hole.
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5. Insert your M.2 SSDs into M.2 slots at a 30-degree angle. 30º 30º 6. Please follow the below instructions according to your SSD length. • Installing 2260/2280 SSD into M2_5 slot Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSDs. 2260/2280 SSD 2280 SSD •...
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7. Remove the protective film from the thermal pad under the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 8. Put the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink back in place and secure it.
SATA_5~8 & SATA_A1~A2: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA_6 SATA_5 SATA_8 SATA_7 SATA_A2 SATA_A1 ⚠ Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during ∙...
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors The JFP1 connector controls the power on, power reset, and the LEDs on your PC case/chassis. Power Switch/ Reset Switch headers allow you to connect power button/ reset button. Power LED header connects to LED light on the PC case, and HDD LED header indicates the activity of the hard disk.
JDASH1: Tuning Controller Connector This connector is used to connect an optional Tuning Controller module. Signal Name Signal Name No Pin MCU_SMB_SCL_M MCU_SMB_SDA_M VCC5 Ground PSIN#_R FP_RST#_R OC_RETRY# OC_FS BLK+ BLK- CLRCMOS_EN 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.
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.
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, PD_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 Ground Ground CPU_PWR1~2 Ground PWR OK 5VSB +12V +12V...
JUSB5~6: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C Front Panel Connectors These connectors allow you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C connector on the front panel. The connector has a foolproof design. When you connect the cable, be sure to connect it with the corresponding orientation. USB Type-C Cable JUSB5~6 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.
BIOS B BIOS A (Default) ⚠ Important ∙ Do not use the Multi-BIOS switch when system is booting up. ∙ You can also use the MSI Center or Flash BIOS Button to flash BIOS. Please refer to BIOS section for details.
JOC_FS1: 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 (from CPU) mode for BIOS settings.
JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper This jumper is used for LN2 cooling solution, that provides the extreme overclocking conditions, to boot at a stable processor frequency and to prevent the system from crashing. Normal Enabled (Default) (Please enable this jumper during BIOS POST.) JLN1~2: Low Temperature Booting Jumpers These jumpers allow liquid nitrogen cooling system to boot at an extremely low...
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1~2, SYS_FAN1~5: 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)
BAT1: CMOS Battery If the CMOS battery is out of charge, the time in the BIOS will be reset and the data of system configuration will be lost. In this case, you need to replace the CMOS battery. Replacing CMOS battery 1.
JAF_1: Integrated ARGB LED & System Fans Connector This connector allows you to connect the ARGB Gen1 LED strips and system fans. Signal Name Signal Name Ground DATA Sense Ground Speed Control Signal No Pin Addressable RGB LED Fan Connection ARGB &...
(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_1~3: 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. ∙...
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.
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 LED display Hexadecimal LED display Boot Phases Security (SEC) – initial low-level initialization Pre-EFI Initialization (PEI) –...
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SEC Error Codes Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes 0C - 0D 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)
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3C - 3E Post-Memory PCH initialization (PCH module specific) DXE IPL is started PEI Error Codes Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed Memory initialization error. SPD reading has failed Memory initialization error. Invalid memory size or memory modules do not match Memory initialization error.
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6B - 6F System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) PCH DXE initialization is started PCH DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization 73 - 77 PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization 7A - 7F Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started...
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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 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug...
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No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed 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...
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Recovery PPI is not available Recovery capsule is not found Invalid recovery capsule FB - FF Reserved for future AMI error 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...
Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows 11 1. Power on the computer. 2. Insert the Windows 11 installation disc/USB into your computer. 3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.
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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/Intel700BIOS.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.)
∙ 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: 20-7D86 제조년월: 2023년 R-R-MSI-20-7D86 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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