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  • Page 1 B760 GAMING PLUS WIFI DDR4 Motherboard User Guide...
  • Page 2 Contents Quick Start........................4 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 ......................
  • Page 3 Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center ................45 UEFI BIOS ........................49 BIOS Setup ......................50 Resetting BIOS ...................... 51 Updating BIOS ....................... 51 Block Diagram ......................53...
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 Installing a Processor ⚽ ∙ https://youtu.be/KMf9oIDsGes...
  • Page 8 Installing DDR4 memory ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2 DIMMB2...
  • Page 9 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 +...
  • Page 10 Installing the Motherboard ⚽ ∙ https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc Torque: 3 kgf·cm* BAT1 *3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in...
  • Page 11 Connecting the Power Connectors ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1 CPU_PWR2...
  • Page 12 Installing SATA Drives ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc...
  • Page 13 Installing a Graphics Card ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A...
  • Page 14 Connecting Peripheral Devices...
  • Page 15 Power On...
  • Page 16 Specifications ∙ Supports Intel® Core™ 14th/ 13th/ 12th Gen Processors, Intel® 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® B760 Chipset ∙...
  • Page 17 Continued from previous column ∙ 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports (From B760 chipset)* SATA Ports * SATA8 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_2 slot. ∙ 2x M.2 slots (Key M) • M2_1 slot (From CPU) • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 •...
  • Page 18 Continued from previous column ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C front panel port (From B760 chipset) ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (From B760 chipset) Internal USB Connectors • Supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports ∙...
  • Page 19 ∙ 1x 256 Mb flash ∙ UEFI AMI BIOS BIOS Features ∙ ACPI 6.4, SMBIOS 3.5 ∙ Multi-language ∙ Drivers ∙ MSI Center ∙ AIDA64 Extreme - MSI Edition Software ∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING ∙ Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ∙ Norton 360...
  • Page 20 • Super Charger • EZ M.2 Clip • Devices Speed Up • EZ DEBUG LED • Smart Image Finder • EZ LED Control • MSI Companion Audio • System Diagnosis • Audio Boost • Smart Fan Control Thermal Features • Mystic Light Extension (RGB) •...
  • Page 21 Package Contents Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain: Board • 1x Motherboard Documentation • 1x Quick installation guide • 1x European Union regulatory notices Cables • 1x SATA 6Gb/s cables Accessories • 1x Wi-Fi antenna set •...
  • Page 22 Back Panel Connectors Item Description PS/2 keyboard/ mouse port DisplayPort 2.5 Gbps LAN (RJ45) port USB 2.0 Type-A ports (From B760 chipset) Wi-Fi Antenna connectors Audio jacks USB 2.0 Type-A ports (From B760 chipset) HDMI™ port USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From B760 chipset) USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port (From B760 chipset) Optical S/PDIF Out connector...
  • Page 23 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...
  • Page 24 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...
  • Page 25 Installing antennas 1. Screw the antennas tight to the antenna connectors as shown below. 2. Orient the antennas.
  • Page 26 Overview of Components SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN2 ATX_PWR1 JUSB2 SYS_FAN5 JUSB1 M2_1 PCI_E1 M2_2 PCI_E2 BAT1 SATA▼5▲6 PCI_E3 SATA▼7▲8 PCI_E4 JTPM1 PCI_E5 JFP2...
  • Page 27 ∙ 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 28 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.
  • Page 29 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. For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using ∙...
  • Page 30 M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ⚠ Important ∙ Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ∙ If your M.2 SSD equips its own heatsink, M2_1 please remove the M.2 rubber cube in the M.2 slot before installing M.2 SSD. Do not re-install the heatsink supplied with your motherboard.
  • Page 31 3. Remove or exchange the M.2 clip screws according to your SSD length. Skip this step, if you install 2280 SSD. 2242 2260 22110 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...
  • Page 32 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. Installing M.2 module into M2_2 slot 1. Please install the supplied M.2 standoff in the M.2 slot according to your SSD length.
  • Page 33 SATA5~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA6 SATA5 SATA8 SATA7 ⚠ Important ∙ Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise.
  • Page 34 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.
  • Page 35 CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. CPU_PWR1 Signal Name Signal Name Ground Ground Ground Ground +12V +12V +12V +12V CPU_PWR2 Signal Name Signal Name CPU_PWR1 Ground Ground +12V +12V ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR2 Signal Name Signal Name +3.3V +3.3V...
  • Page 36 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.
  • Page 37 JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Front Panel Connector This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C connectors on the front panel. The connectors 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...
  • Page 38 ∙ 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.
  • Page 39 JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector This connector allows you to connect the optional parallel port with bracket. Signal Name Signal Name RSTB# AFD# PRND0 ERR# PRND1 PINIT# PRND2 LPT_SLIN# PRND3 Ground PRND4 Ground PRND5 Ground PRND6 Ground PRND7 Ground ACK# Ground BUSY Ground Ground...
  • Page 40 CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, 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. You can control fans in BIOS>...
  • Page 41 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)
  • Page 42 (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. ∙...
  • Page 43 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...
  • Page 44 ∙ before installing or removing the addressable RGB LED strip. ∙ Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip. EZ Debug LED These LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard. CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail.
  • Page 45 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.
  • Page 46 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.
  • Page 47 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.
  • Page 48 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.
  • Page 49 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.
  • Page 50 * 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 http://download.msi.com/manual/mb/Intel700BIOS.pdf or scan the QR code to access. ⚠ Important...
  • Page 51 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.
  • Page 52 ∙ Please close all other application software before updating the BIOS. To update BIOS: 1. Install and launch MSI Center and go to Support page. 2. Select Live Update and click on Advance button. 3. Select the BIOS file and click on Install button.
  • Page 53 Block Diagram B760 GAMING PLUS WIFI DDR4 DDR4 DIMM A1/A2 PCIe 4.0 X16 DIMM B1/B2 PCI_E1 GEN4 x4 M.2_1 HDMI 2.1 (PCIe Only) DP 1.4 PCIE x4 PCIe 4.0 X4 LAN /RTL8125BG 2.5Gbps PCI_E4 USB3.2 Gen2 10Gbps 3Gen3.0 x1 (Type-A) PCI_E2/3/5 GEN4 x4 M.2_2...
  • Page 54 ∙ 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...
  • Page 55 ∙ 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.
  • Page 56 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: 40-7D98 제조년월: 2024년 R-R-MSI-40-7D98 제조자 및 제조국가: MSI/중국...
  • Page 57 Battery Information European Union: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations. BSMI: 廢電池請回收 For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected separately for recycling or special disposal.
  • Page 58 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.
  • Page 59 à la poubelle. Les fabricants de ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI prendra en compte cette exigence relative au retour des produits en fin de vie au sein de la communauté...
  • Page 60 MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje. POLSKI Aby chronić nasze środowisko naturalne oraz jako firma dbająca o ekologię, MSI przypomina, że...Zgodnie z Dyrektywą Unii Europejskiej (“UE”) dotyczącą odpadów produktów elektrycznych i elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w...
  • Page 61 № 1057. 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...
  • Page 62 MS-7D98主板产品中有害物质的名称及含量 有害物质 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚 部件名称 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) 印刷电路板组件* ╳ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 纽扣电池 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 外部信号连接头 ╳ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 其他 (例: 线材等) ╳ ○...
  • Page 63 Copyright and Trademarks Notice Copyright © Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The MSI logo used is a registered trademark of 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.