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  • Page 1 MEG Series Motherboard MEG Z890 UNIFY-X User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick Start ........................4 Specifications ........................16 Special Features ......................21 Package Contents ......................22 Back Panel Connectors ....................23 5Gbps LAN Port LED Status Table ................24 Audio Jacks Connection ..................25 Installing Antenna ....................27 Overview of Components ....................28 CPU Socket ......................29 DDR5 DIMM Slots .....................
  • Page 3 EZ Digi-Debug LED ....................68 Boot Phases ......................68 Debug Code LED Table ................... 68 Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center ................75 Installing Drivers with MSI Driver Utility Installer ..........76 UEFI BIOS ........................79 BIOS Setup ......................80 Entering BIOS Setup ....................81 Resetting BIOS ......................

  • Page 4: Quick Start

    Quick Start This Quick Start provides clear diagrams to help you install the motherboard. Video demonstrations are also available for some installations. Visit these videos by clicking the provided URL on your phone or tablet’ s web browser. Alternatively, you can scan the QR code to access the video directly.

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    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

    Installing a Processor ⚽ https://msi.gm/S52C77C2 ●...
  • Page 8 Installing DDR5 memory ⚽ https://msi.gm/S647FF99 ● DIMMA1 DIMMB1 DIMMA1...

  • Page 9: Connecting The Front Panel Header

    Connecting the Front Panel Header ⚽ https://msi.gm/S8EF7577 ● 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

    Installing the Motherboard ⚽ https://msi.gm/S4BA9046 ● Torque: 3 kgf·cm* *3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in...

  • Page 11: Connecting The Power Connectors

    Connecting the Power Connectors ⚽ https://msi.gm/SD937E2C ● ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1~2 PCIE_PWR1...

  • Page 12: Installing Sata Drives

    Installing SATA Drives ⚽ https://msi.gm/S9369131 ●...

  • Page 13: Installing A Graphics Card

    Installing a Graphics Card ⚽ https://msi.gm/S6B36811 ●...

  • Page 14: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Connecting Peripheral Devices...
  • Page 15 Power On...

  • Page 16: Specifications

    Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)* ● Processor socket LGA1851 ● * Please go to www.msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors are released. Chipset Intel® Z890 Chipset 2x DDR5 memory slots*, supporting up to 128GB** ●...
  • Page 17 Continued from previous column 6x M.2 slots (Key M) ● M2_1 slot (From CPU) ● Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 ● Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices ● M2_2 slot (From Z890 chipset) ● Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 ●...
  • Page 18 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 Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax/ be Wi-Fi & Bluetooth® ● Supports Bluetooth®...
  • Page 19 Continued from previous column 1x Clear CMOS jumper ● 1x Slow mode jumper ● Jumpers 2x Low temperature booting jumpers ● 1x OC safe boot BIOS jumper ● 1x OC retry jumper ● Switches 1x Multi-BIOS switch ● 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector ●...
  • Page 20 ● Multi-language ● Drivers ● MSI Center ● Acrobat ● Adobe Creative Cloud ● AIDA64 Extreme - MSI Edition Software ● CPU-Z MSI GAMING ● MSI APP Player (BlueStacks) ● Norton 360 ● Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ● Intel Killer Networking...

  • Page 21: Special Features

    Special Features MSI Center Fan headers (CPU + SYSTEM + Combo ● (PUMP + SYSTEM)) MSI AI Engine ● Cross Heatpipe Game Highlights ● ● Double-sided M.2 thermal design Mystic light ● ● Ambient Link Performance ● Frozr AI Cooling Core Boost ●...

  • Page 22: Package Contents

    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.

  • Page 23: Back Panel Connectors

    Back Panel Connectors Item Description USB 10Gbps Type-A port (From Z890 chipset) Flash BIOS Port ● USB 10Gbps Type-A port (From Z890 chipset) USB 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Hub RTS5420) Flash BIOS button - Please refer to page 83 for details about updating BIOS with Flash BIOS button.

  • Page 24: 5Gbps Lan Port Led Status Table

    Item Description Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C ports (From CPU) Supports DisplayPort over USB Type-C® ● Supports up to 40Gbps transfer rate with Thunderbolt devices ● Supports up to 20Gbps transfer rate with USB devices ● Each port can daisy-chain up to three Thunderbolt 4 devices or five ●...

  • Page 25: Audio Jacks Connection

    Audio Jacks Connection Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT...
  • Page 26 Audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Front Panel Audio jacks to 5.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Center/ Subwoofer Front Panel Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Side Center/ Subwoofer Front Panel...

  • Page 27: Installing Antenna

    Installing Antenna 1. Combine the antenna with the base. 2. Plug two antenna cables tight to the WiFi antenna connectors as shown. 3. Place the antenna as high as possible for a better signal.

  • Page 28: Overview Of Components

    Overview of Components SYS_FAN1 JAF_2 JARGB_V2_3 M2_6 ATX_PWR1 PD_PWR1 M2_1 JTPM1 JUSBC1 SYS_FAN4 BIOS_SW1 PCI_E1 M2_5 JUSB3 PCI_E2 M2_2 JUSB4 M2_3 JSLOW1 SATA▼1▲2 M2_4 SATA▼3▲4 SATA▼A1▲A2 PCI_E3 JOC_RT1 JLN2 PCI_E4 JLN1 JFP2...

  • Page 29: Cpu Socket

    CPU Socket The LGA1851 socket is the CPU socket that is designed for Intel desktop processors. It is a land grid array (LGA) socket with 1851 pins. The socket is not compatible with previous generations of Intel® processors. Installing the CPU to the LGA1851 socket The surface of the LGA1851 CPU has two notches to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement.
  • Page 30 ● disconnect 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 31: Ddr5 Dimm Slots

    DDR5 DIMM Slots The DDR5 DIMM slot is a dedicated connector designed to accommodate DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules. It represents the latest standard in computer memory, providing enhanced data transfer speeds and efficiency. DIMMB1 DIMMA1 Channel B Channel A Memory module installation recommendation DIMMA1...
  • Page 32 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 33: Pci_E1~4: Pcie Expansion Slots

    PCI_E4: PCIe 4.0 x4 ⚠ 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 34 Installing a graphics card into PCI_E2 slot 1. Ensure that the EZ PCIe Release Button is in the locked position. If it is unlocked, press the button to lock it. 2. Insert the graphics card into the PCIe slot.
  • Page 35 Removing a graphics card from PCI_E2 slot 1. Ensure that the EZ PCIe Release Button is in the unlocked position. If it is locked, press the button to unlock it. 2. Gently pull the graphics card out of the PCIe slot.

  • Page 36: M2_1~6: M.2 Slots (Key M)

    Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 SSD with Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. M2_6 M2_1 ⚽ M2_2 M2_3 https://msi.gm/S7F5D000 ● M2_5 M2_4 ⚠ Important Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ● If your M.2 SSD equips its own heatsink, please note the following: Remove the M.2 plate or rubber cube in the M.2 slot before installing M.2 SSD.
  • Page 37 Installing M.2 module into M2_1 slot 1. Press and hold the end button of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 2. Slightly lift up the end part of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink and move it forward to uninstall the heatsink.
  • Page 38 3. Remove the protective film includeing the rubber cube from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate. 4. If you install 2260 SSD, use the included EZ M.2 Clip II Remover. Remove the plate screw and install EZ M.2 Clip II in the slot by using the remover. Skip this step if you install 2280 SSD.
  • Page 39 7. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 8. Align the notches under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink with the tenons, and then put the heatsink back in place. 9. Press the end side of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink to lock it completely. Removing M.2 SSD using the EZ M.2 Clip II To remove M.2 SSD from the EZ M.2 Clip II, gently push the spring head on the top of the EZ M.2 Clip II outward while simultaneously pulling the M.
  • Page 40 Installing M.2 module into M2_2~M2_5 slots 1. Press and hold the end button of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 2. Slightly lift up the end part of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink and move it forward to uninstall the heatsink.
  • Page 41 3. Remove the protective film from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate. 4. Please refer to the following instructions for installation based on the lengths of SSD. Skip this step if you install 2280 SSD. For 2260 SSD If you install 2260 SSD, use the included EZ M.2 Clip II Remover.
  • Page 42 5. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 6. Please refer to the following instructions for installation based on the lengths of SSD. For 2260/ 2280 SSD If you install 2260/ 2280 SSD, please use the EZ M.2 Clip II, which automatically locks and secures the SSD.
  • Page 43 7. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 8. Align the notches under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink with the tenons, and then put the heatsink back in place. 9. Press the end side of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink to lock it completely.
  • Page 44 Installation combination for M2_4 & M2_5 slots When installing a 22110 SSD in M2_5 slot, a 2260 or 2280 SSD can be installed in M2_4 slot. 2280 SSD 2260 SSD M2_4 slot M2_5 slot 22110 SSD When installing a 2280 SSD in M2_5 slot, a 2260, 2280, or 22110 SSD can be installed in M2_4 slot.
  • Page 45 Installing M.2 module into M2_6 slot 1. Press and hold the end button of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 2. Slightly lift up the end part of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink and move it forward to uninstall the heatsink.
  • Page 46 3. Remove the protective film includeing the rubber cube from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate. 4. If you install 2260 SSD, use the included EZ M.2 Clip II Remover. Remove the plate screw and install EZ M.2 Clip II in the slot by using the remover. Skip this step if you install 2280 SSD.
  • Page 47 7. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 8. Align the notches under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink with the tenons, and then put the heatsink back in place. 9. Press the end side of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink to lock it completely. Removing M.2 SSD using the EZ M.2 Clip II To remove M.2 SSD from the EZ M.2 Clip II, gently push the spring head on the top of the EZ M.2 Clip II outward while simultaneously pulling the M.

  • Page 48: Sata1~4 & Sata_A1~A2: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors

    SATA1~4 & SATA_A1~A2: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 SATA_A2 SATA_A1 ⚠ Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during ●...

  • Page 49: Jfp1, Jfp2: Front Panel Connectors

    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 50: Jdash1 : Tuning Controller Connector

    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 Connecting the JDASH1 and Tuning Controller module JDASH1 Tuning Controller cable Tuning Controller module...
  • Page 51 Tuning Controller module Introduction The tuning controller is a multifunctional module that helps you monitor, control, and overclock your motherboard more easily. Please follow the instructions below to understand the function of each button on the module. Debug Code LED OC button- OC button+ Power button...
  • Page 52 Tuning Controller module magnet The tuning controller module has built-in magnets on both sides for easy attachment to your chassis. Additionally, we provide four extra magnets for attaching inside the back cover of the module. Please follow the instructions below to install the magnets. 1.

  • Page 53: Cpu_Pwr1~2, Atx_Pwr1, Pd_Pwr1, Pcie_Pwr1: Power Connectors

    CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, PD_PWR1, PCIE_PWR1: Power Connectors These power 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 CPU_PWR1~2 +3.3V +3.3V Ground Ground Ground PWR OK 5VSB...

  • Page 54: Jtbt5_1: Thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion Card Connector

    To achieve USB PD 60W fast charging for JUSBC1 port, the PD_PWR1 connector ● needs to be connected to the power supply unit. JTBT5_1: Thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion Card Connector This connector allows you to connect MSI thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion Card. Signal Name Signal Name 5VDUAL...

  • Page 55: Jci1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

    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 56: Jusbc1: Usb 20Gbps Type-C® Front Panel Connectors

    JUSBC1: USB 20Gbps Type-C® Front Panel Connectors This USB connector allows you to connect to USB Type-C® port on the front panel and supports data transfer speeds of up to 20Gbps. It features a user-friendly design that ensures proper orientation when connecting the cable. USB Type-C Cable JUSBC1 USB Type-C port of...

  • Page 57: Jusb1~2: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    Important Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible ● damage. In order to recharge your iPad, iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install MSI ● Center utility. JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector is designed for a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to enable secure storage of sensitive data and perform cryptographic operations that ensure the integrity of your system.

  • Page 58: Jslow1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper

    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.) JSLOW1 JLN1~2: Low Temperature Booting Jumper...

  • Page 59: Joc_Rt1: Oc Retry Button Connector

    JOC_RT1: OC Retry Button Connector This connector allows you to connect a button. When you press and hold the button, the system will keep retrying OC items until it boot up successfully. Normal Retry OC (default) JOC_RT1 JOC_FS1: Safe Boot Jumper This jumper is used for Safe Boot.

  • Page 60: T_Sen1~2: Thermal Sensor Connector

    ⚠ Important Do not use the Multi-BIOS switch when the system is booting up. ● You can also use the MSI Center or Flash BIOS Button to flash BIOS. Please refer to ● MSI Center or BIOS manual for details.

  • Page 61: Cpu_Fan1, Pump_Sys1~2, Sys_Fan1~4: Fan Connectors

    CPU_FAN1, PUMP_SYS1~2, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors Fan connectors can be divided into two categories: PWM Mode and DC Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide a constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with a speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage. Please refer to the following specification table for the fan connector mode of your motherboard.

  • Page 62: Jbat1: Clear Cmos (Reset Bios) Jumper

    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 63: Jrgb1: Rgb Led Connector

    (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 64: Jargb_V2_1~3: A-Rainbow V2 (Argb Gen2) Led Connectors

    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 180 individually addressable RGB LEDs with maximum power rating of 3A (5V). Signal Name Signal Name Data...

  • Page 65: Jaf_2: Ez Conn-Header V2

    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. ● JAF_2: EZ Conn-Header V2 This header allows you to connect the ARGB Gen1 and Gen2 LED strips, fans and USB 2.0 devices.
  • Page 66 JAF_2 connector is compatible with JAF_1 connector since pins 1 to 7 carry the same ● signals. MPG EZ120 ARGB can be connected to the JAF_2 connector. For more information on how to install MPG EZ120 ARGB, please refer to ● https://msi.gm/S5035E56.

  • Page 67: Onboard Leds

    Onboard LEDs EZ Debug LED These LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard. LED Color Status CPU is not detected or fail Yellow DRAM is not detected or fail White GPU is not detected or fail Green Booting device is not detected or fail JPWRLED1: LED power input This connector is used by retailers to demonstrate onboard LED lights.

  • Page 68: Ez Digi-Debug Led

    EZ Digi-Debug LED The EZ Digi-Debug 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) –...
  • Page 69 SEC Error Codes 0C - 0D Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes 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)
  • Page 70 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. No usable memory detected Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed...
  • Page 71 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 PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration 32...
  • Page 72 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 PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM...
  • Page 73 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...
  • Page 74 F5 - F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery Error Codes 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...

  • Page 75: Installing Os, Drivers & Msi Center

    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.

  • Page 76: Installing Drivers With Msi Driver Utility Installer

    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 77 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 78 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 79: Uefi Bios

    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 80: Bios Setup

    ● have. BIOS User Guide If you’ d like to know more instructions on setting up the BIOS, please refer to https://msi.gm/S1154EEB or scan the QR code to access. ⚠ Important The appearance of the BIOS user guide may differ based on your motherboard model.

  • Page 81: Entering Bios Setup

    Entering BIOS Setup Press Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process. Function key +/ -: Incress / decreas the value Enter: Select the item ESC: Exit Tab:...

  • Page 82: Resetting Bios

    ● Please follow the steps below to update BIOS: 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the MSI website that matches your motherboard model, and save it to the USB flash drive. 2. If your motherboard has a Multi-BIOS switch, switch to the target BIOS ROM.
  • Page 83 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the MSI website that matches your motherboard model. 2. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to the root directory of a USB flash device. 3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (You don’ t need to install the CPU and memory.)

  • Page 84: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram MEG Z890 UNIFY-X DDR5 PCI_E2 DIMM A1 DIMM B1 M2_6 GEN 5x4 PCIe 5.0x16 or x8 (PCIe only) PCIe M2_1 GEN 4x4 PCI_E3 PCIe 5.0x16 (PCIe only) Thunderbolt 4 x2 PCIe 5.0 x8 or x4 PCIe 5.0x4 M.2_4...

  • Page 85: Regulatory Notices

    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 86 ● 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 87: Australia And New Zealand Notice

    Wireless Radio Use This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz frequency band. Cet appareil doit être utilisé à l’ intérieur. 당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음. この製品は 、 周波数帯域 2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz で動作しているときは 、 屋内においてのみ使用 可能です...
  • Page 88 KC인증서 상호: (주)엠에스아이코리아 제품명: 메인보드 모델명: 10-7E20 제조년월: 2024년 R-R-MSI-10-7E20 제조자 및 제조국가: MSI/중국 KC인증서 상호: (주)엠에스아이코리아 제품명: USB FLASH DRIVE 모델명: USB3VR09 제조년월: 2024년 R-R-MSI-USB3VR09 제조자 및 제조국가: MSI/중국...

  • Page 89: Battery Information

    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 90: Chemical Substances Information

    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 91 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.
  • Page 92 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.

  • Page 93: 日本Jis C 0950材質宣言

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  • Page 94 MS-7E20主板产品中有害物质的名称及含量 有害物质 部件名称 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚 (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 95 限用物質含有情況標示聲明書 設備名稱 ： 電腦主機板 型號(型式) ： MS-7E20 限用物質及其化學符號 單元 鉛 汞 鎘 六價鉻 多溴聯苯 多溴二苯醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (PBB) (PBDE) 電路板 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 電子元件 ─ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 金屬機構件 ─ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...

  • Page 96: Copyright And Trademarks Notice

    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.

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