Contents Copyright Notice ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iii Trademarks �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iii Revision ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iii Upgrade and Warranty ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iv Acquisition of Replaceable Parts ����������������������������������������������������������������������������iv Technical Support ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iv Green Product Features ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iv Environmental Policy ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� v Chemical Substances Information �������������������������������������������������������������������������� v Battery Information �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� v Safety Instructions ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������vi CE Conformity �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
Preface Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL� We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents� Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice�...
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor� Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance� Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates and other information via http://www�msi�com/...
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�...
Safety Instructions ◙ Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly� ◙ All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user’s manual should be noted� Keep the User’s Guide that comes with the package for future reference� Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature� Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
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Preface Do not leave the equipment in an unconditioned environment with a storage temperature above 60 C (140 F) or below 0 C (32 F), which may damage the equipment� NOTE: The maximum operating temperature is around 40 C� Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical shock�...
CE Conformity Hereby, Micro-Star International CO�, LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive� FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules�...
Vietnam RoHS As from December 1, 2012, all products manufactured by MSI comply with Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT temporarily regulating the permitted limits for a number of hazardous substances in electronic and electric products�...
Overview Congratulations for purchasing the Codex Series Personal Computer System� This system is your best PC choice� With the fantastic appearance, it can easily be set anywhere� The feature packed platform also gives you an exciting PC experience�...
Packing Contents Codex Series AC Power Cord Driver/ Utility Disc User Manual * Please contact us immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing� * The illustrations are for reference only and your packing contents may slightly vary depending on the model you purchased�...
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Power Button Press the power button to turn the system on and off. USB 3�1 Gen1 Port (Type C) USB Type C port is allowing for reversible plug orientation� USB 3�1 Gen1 Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices�...
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Overview USB 3�1 Gen2 Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices� It supports up to 5Gbit/s (SuperSpeed) data transfer rate and is backward-compatible with USB 2�0 devices� USB 3�1 Gen2 Port (Type C) USB Type C port is allowing for reversible plug orientation�...
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Used as a connector for a microphone� RS-Out Rear surround sound line out in 4/ 5�1/ 7�1 channel mode� CS-Out Center/ subwoofer line out in 5�1/ 7�1 channel mode� SS-Out Side surround sound line out in 7�1 channel mode� Ventilator The ventilator on the enclosure is used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating�...
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Power Button Press the power button to turn the system on and off. USB 3�1 Gen1 Port (Type C) USB Type C port is allowing for reversible plug orientation� USB 3�1 Gen1 Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices�...
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Overview USB 3�1 Gen2 Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices� It supports up to 5Gbit/s (SuperSpeed) data transfer rate and is backward-compatible with USB 2�0 devices� USB 3�1 Gen2 Port (Type C) USB Type C port is allowing for reversible plug orientation�...
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S/PDIF-Out This S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) connector is provided for digital audio transmission to external speakers through an optical fiber cable. Line-In For external CD player, tapeplayer or other audio devices� SS-Out Side surround sound line out in 7�1 channel mode� Line-Out For speakers or headphones�...
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Power Button Press the power button to turn the system on and off. USB 3�1 Gen1 Port (Type C) USB Type C port is allowing for reversible plug orientation� USB 3�1 Gen1 Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices�...
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Overview DVI-D Port The DVI-D (Digital Visual Interface-Digital) connector allows you to connect a LCD monitor� It provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and its display device� To connect an LCD monitor, sim-ply plug your monitor cable into the DVI-D connector, and make sure that the other end of the cable is properly connected to your monitor (refer to your monitor manual for more information�) DisplayPort...
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Used as a connector for a microphone� RS-Out Rear surround sound line out in 4/ 5�1/ 7�1 channel mode� CS-Out Center/ subwoofer line out in 5�1/ 7�1 channel mode� SS-Out Side surround sound line out in 7�1 channel mode� Ventilator The ventilator on the enclosure is used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating�...
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Power Button Press the power button to turn the system on and off. USB 3�1 Gen1 Port (Type C) USB Type C port is allowing for reversible plug orientation� USB 2�0 Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices�...
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Overview LAN Jack The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN)� You can connect a network cable to it� Yellow Green/ Orange Color LED State Condition Left Yellow LAN link is not established� On (steady state) LAN link is established�...
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Ventilator The ventilator on the enclosure is used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating� Do not cover the ventilator� Power Supply Switch Switch this switch to - can turn on the power supply� Switch it to 0 to cut off the power circulation.
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Power Button Press the power button to turn the system on and off. USB 3�1 Gen1 Port (Type C) USB Type C port is allowing for reversible plug orientation� USB 2�0 Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices�...
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Overview LAN Jack The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN)� You can connect a network cable to it� Yellow Green/ Orange Color LED State Condition Left Yellow LAN link is not established� On (steady state) LAN link is established�...
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LED Button Press the button to turn on or off the LED. ODD Eject Button Press the button to eject the optical disk drive� Important High-speed devices are recommended for USB 3�1 ports whereas low-speed devices, such as mouse or keyboard, are suggested to be plugged into the USB 2�0 ports� 1-22...
Overview Component Replacement & Upgrade Please note that certain components preinstalled in the product may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request depending on the models users purchased� 1-23 For any further information on the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer�...
Getting Started This chapter provides you with the information on hardware setup procedures� While connecting peripheral devices, be careful in holding the devices and use a grounded wrist strap to avoid static electricity�...
Safety & Comfort Tips The Personal Computer System is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere� However, choosing a good workspace is important if you have to work with your PC for a long period of time� 1� Your work area should have enough illumination� 2�...
Getting Started Hardware Setup Connecting the AC Power 1. Unpack the package to find the AC power cord. Plug one end of the AC power cord to the Personal Computer System� 2� Plug the male end to the electrical outlet� Disconnecting the AC Power 3.
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Powering on the System Press the power button to power on the system�...
System Operations This chapter provides you with essential information on system operations� Important All information is subject to change without prior notice�...
Power Management Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the potential to save significant amounts of electricity as well as deliver environmental benefits. To be energy efficient, turn off your display or set your PC to sleep mode after a period of user inactivity�...
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System Operations Waking the System Up The computer shall be able to wake up from power saving mode in response to a command from any of the following: ■ the power button, ■ the network (Wake On LAN), ■ the mouse, ■...
Network Connection (Windows 10) Wired Network 1� Right-click [Start] and select [Control Panel] from the list� 2� Select [View network status and tasks] under [Network and Internet]� 3� Select [Set up a new connection or network]�...
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System Operations 4� Choose [Connect to the Internet] and click [Next]� 5� Select [Broadband (PPPoE)] to connect using DSL or cable that requires a user name and password� 6� Type the information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and click [Connect] to establish your LAN connection�...
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Wireless Network 1� Go to [Start] , click [Settings] and select [Network and Internet]� 2� A list of available WLAN connections pops up� Choose a connection from the list� 3� To establish a new connection, select [Network and Sharing Center]� 4�...
System Operations System Recovery (Windows 10) The purposes for using the System Recovery Function may include: ■ Restore the system back to the initial status of original manufacturer’s default settings� ■ When some errors have occurred to the operating system in use� ■...
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Reset this PC 1� Go to [Start] , click [Settings] and select [Update and security]� 2� Select [Recovery] and click [Get started] under [Reset this PC] to start the system recovery� 3. The [Choose an option] screen pops up. Choose between [Keep my files] and [Remove everything]�...
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System Operations Keep my files 1. Select [Keep my files]. 2� The [Your apps will be removed] screen shows a list of apps that will need to be reinstalled from the web or installation discs� Click [Next] to continue� 3� The next screen will show the changes to be made during the process� Click [Reset] to start the system reset�...
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Remove everything 1� Select [Remove everything]� 2� If you have multiple hard drives, a screen will pop up, asking you to choose between [Only the drive where Windows is installed] and [All drives]� 3. Then select between [Just remove my files] and [Remove files and clean the drive]. 3-10 4�...