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.
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.
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 +...
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® H810 Chipset 2x DDR5 memory slots*, supporting up to 128GB** ●...
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Continued from previous column Realtek® ALC897 Codec Audio ● 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio ● 1x Intel® I219v 1Gbps LAN controller ● 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector Power Connectors ● 1x 8-pin +12V power connector ● 1x USB 5Gbps connector (From H810 chipset) ●...
Special Features MSI Center Features MSI AI Engine ● Cooling Wizard ● Frozr AI Cooling ● Hardware Monitoring ● Live Update ● MSI Companion ● System Diagnosis ● True Color ● User Scenario ● AI LAN Manager ● EZ DIY EZ DEBUG LED ●...
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 ● Application 1x DVD driver ● Cables 1x SATA cable ● Accessories 1x IO Shielding ⚠...
Back Panel Connectors Item Description Serial port VGA port PS2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port USB 5Gbps Type-A ports (From Hub GL3523) 1Gbps LAN (RJ45) jack Line-in port Line-out port DisplayPort HDMI™ port DVI-D port USB 2.0 Type-A ports (From H810 chipset) 1x USB 10Gbps Type-C port (From CPU) Mic-in port...
LAN Port LED Status Table Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Status Description Status Speed No link 10 Mbps Yellow Linked Green 100 Mbps Blinking Data activity Orange 1 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 Front Panel...
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.
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● 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.
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. ●...
PCI1: PCI (From H810 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. For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using ●...
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) The M.2 slot is a small, high-speed expansion slot on a motherboard. It can be used to connect an M.2 SSD, which is a type of solid-state drive that offers faster performance than traditional SATA SSDs. M2_1 M2_2 ⚠...
SATA_5~8: 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 ⚠ 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.
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. Signal Name Signal Name SPI Power SPI Chip Select Master In Slave Out Master Out Slave In (SPI Data)
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...
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors These power connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. CPU_PWR1 Signal Name Signal Name Ground Ground Ground Ground +12V +12V +12V +12V ATX_PWR1 Signal Name Signal Name CPU_PWR1 +3.3V +3.3V Ground Ground Ground PWR OK 5VSB +12V +12V...
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.
Ground Ground ⚠ No Pin 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.
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: 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.
Green 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 11 1. Power on the computer. 2. Insert the Windows 11 installation disc/ USB into your computer.
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.
● 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.
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 +/ -: Increase / decrease the value Enter: Select the item ESC: Exit Tab:...
● 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.
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Close all other applications before updating the BIOS. ● To update BIOS: 1. Install and launch MSI Center, then go to Support page. 2. Select Live Update and click on Advance button. 3. Select the BIOS file and click on Install button.
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. Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’...
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.
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...
2008 № 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...
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