MSI Aegis Series, Aegis B931 Manual

Packing Contents

* 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.

System Overview

Front View

1. Headset Holder
   Pull out the hanger, then a headset can be hung on the holder.
2. Gaming Knob
   Gaming knob displays system information and supports quick switch between functions like Mystic Light/ audio volume or game launch. Please link to URL by scanning the QR code to read more information on your phone or tablet.
   

Rear View

1. Ventilator
   The ventilator on the enclosure is used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating. Do not cover the ventilator. 2
2. Power Jack
   Power supplied through this jack supplies power to your system. 3
3. Line-In
   Used for connecting external audio outputting devices.
   SS-Out
   Side surround sound line out in 7.1 channel mode. 4
4. Line-Out
   This connector is provided for headphones or speakers. 5
5. Mic-In
   This connector is provided for microphones.
6. CS-Out
   Center/ Subwoofer Out in 5. 1/ 7. 1 channel mode.
7. RS-Out
   Rear-Surround Out in 4/ 5. 1/ 7. 1 channel mode.
8. 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.
9. RJ-45 LAN
   Jack (2.5G) The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to it.
   

10. RJ-45 LAN Jack (1G)
    The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to it.
    

    LED	Color	LED State	Condition
    Left	Yellow	Off	LAN link is not established.
    		On (steady state)	LAN link is established.
    		On (blinking)	The computer is communicating with another computer on the LAN.
    Right	Green	Off	10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
    		On	100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
    	Orange	On	1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.

11. USB 32 Gen 2 Port (Type-A)
    USB 32 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, delivers high-speed data transfer for various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, video cameras, etc.
12. USB 32 Gen 2 Port (Type-C)
    USB 32 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, delivers high-speed data transfer for various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, video cameras, etc The slim and sleek. USB Type-C connector features reversible plug orientation and up to 5V/3A power supply for external devices.
13. Thunderbolt™ 3 (Type-C) Port
    Thunderbolt™ 3 delivers stunning 40 Gbps for faster transfers Through a single port it supports USB 32 Gen 2, PCIe, DisplayPort, 4K displays, and up to 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 15V/3A, and 20V/3A for fast charging Charging function will turn off if PC enters shutdown or sleep mode.
    
    If this computer features an Intel® CPU without integrated graphics, the Thunderbolt™ 3 port will not support display function
14. HDMI-Out Port
    The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio/video interface capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all TV format, including standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multichannel digital audio on a single cable.
15. PS/2® Keyboard/ Mouse Combo Port
    The PS/2 keyboard/ mouse DIN connector for PS/2 keyboard/ mouse.
16. USB 20 Port (Type-A)
    The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices It supports up to 480Mbit/s (Hi-Speed) data transfer rate.

Top View

1. Power Button/ LED
   Press the power button to turn the system on and off. LED glows when the equipment power is turned on. LED goes off when the equipment is turned off.
2. Drive Activity Indicator
   LED blinks when the system is accessing the internal storage drives.
3. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Type-A)
   USB 3. 2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers up to 5Gbps high-speed data transfer for various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, video cameras, etc.
4. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port (Type-C)
   USB 3. 2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, delivers high-speed data transfer for various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, video cameras, etc. The slim and sleek USB Type-C connector features reversible plug orientation and up to 5V/3A power supply for external devices.
5. Headphone Jack
   This connector is provided for headphones or speakers.
6. Microphone Jack
   This connector is provided for microphones.

High-speed devices are recommended for USB 32 ports whereas low-speed devices, such as mouse or keyboard, are suggested to be plugged into the USB 20 ports

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

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. Choose the proper desk and chair and adjust their height to fit your posture when operating
3. When sitting on the chair, sit straight and keep a good posture Adjust the chair's back (if available) to support your back comfortably
4. Place you feet flat and naturally on the floor, so that your knees and elbows have the proper position (about 90-degree) when operating
5. Put your hands on the desk naturally to support your wrists
6. Avoid using your PC in a place where discomfort may occur
7. The PC is an electrical device Please treat it with great care to avoid personal injury

Hardware Setup

• The illustrations are for reference only. Your system may vary in appearance.
• Please make sure the system has been grounded to earth through the AC power cord and the electrical outlet before powering on the system.

Connecting Peripherials

Connect the cables of keyboard, mouse, LAN, monitor, etc.

Connecting the AC Power and Power On

1. Connect the power cord to the system.
2. Connect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
3. Press the power button to power on the system.
   

System Operations

This chapter provides you with essential information on system operations.

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

Power Management in Windows 10

• [Power Options] in Windows OS allow you to control the power management features of your display, hard drive, and battery Right-click [Start] , select [Control Panel] from the list and then click [System and Security]
  
  Select [Power Options] and choose a power plan that suits your personal needs. You may also fine-tune the settings by clicking [Change plan settings].
• The Shut Down Computer menu presents the options of Sleep (S3/S4) & Shut Down (S5) for rapid and easy management of your system power

Power Management through ENERGY STAR qualified monitors

The power management feature allows the computer to initiate a low-power or "Sleep" mode after a period of user inactivity When used with an external ENERGY STAR qualified monitor, this feature also supports similar power management features of the monitor To take advantage of these potential energy savings, the power management feature has been preset to behave in the following ways when the system is operating on AC power:

• Turn off the display after 10 minutes
• Initiate Sleep after 30 minutes

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,
• the keyboard

Energy Saving Tips:

• Turn off the monitor by pressing the monitor power button after a period of user inactivity.
• Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize your PC's power management.
• Install power saving software to manage your PC's energy consumption.
• Always disconnect the AC power cord or switch the wall socket off if your PC would be left unused for a certain time to achieve zero energy consumption.

Network Connection (Windows 10)

Wired Network

1. Right-click [Start] and select [Network Connections] from the list.
2. Select [Ethernet] and then [Network and Sharing Center].
   
3. Select [Set up a new connection or network].
   
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.
   

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. Select [Set up a new connection or network].
5. Followingly, choose [Manually connect to a wireless network] and click [Next] to continue.
6. Enter information for the wireless network you intend to add and click [Next] to proceed.
   
7. new WLAN connection has been made.

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.
• When the operating system is affected by virus and is not able to work normally.
• When you want to install the OS with other built-in languages.

Before using the System Recovery Function, please back up the important data saved on your system drive to other storage devices.
If the following solution fails to recover your system, please contact the authorized local distributor or service center for further assistance.

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]
   
   

   Reset this PC	Keep my files
   	Remove everything	Only the drive where Windows is installed	Just remove my files
   			Remove files and clean the drive
   		All drives	Just remove my files
   			Remove files and clean the drive

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.
   

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].
   
4. The next screen will show the changes to be made during the process Click [Reset] to start the system reset.
   

System Recovery (F3 Hotkey Recovery)

Precautions for Using the System Recovery Function

1. If your hard drive and system encountered non-recoverable problems, please use the F3 Hotkey recovery from the Hard Drive first to perform the System Recover Function.
2. . Before using the System Recovery Function, please backup the important data saved on your system drive to other storage devices.

Recovering the system with the F3 Hotkey

Follow the instructions below to continue:

1. Restart the PC.
2. Press the F3 hotkey on the keyboard promptly when the MSI greeting appears on the display.
3. On the "Choose an Option" screen, tap "Troubleshoot".
4. On the "Troubleshoot" screen, tap "Restore MSI factory" to reset the system to the default settings.
5. On the "RECOVERY SYSTEM" screen, tap "System Partition Recovery".
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue and complete the Recovery Function.

Acquisition of Replaceable Parts

Please be noticed that the acquisition of replaceable parts (or compatible ones) of the computer users purchased in certain countries or territories may be fulfilled by the manufacturer within 5 years at most since the computer has been discontinued, depending on the official regulations declared at the time. Please contact the manufacturer via https://www.msicom/support/ for the detailed information about the acquisition of spare parts.

Technical Support

If a problem arises with your computer 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 https://www.msicom/support/.

Safety Instructions

• Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly.
• All cautions and warnings on the computer or user's manual should be noted.
• Make sure that the power voltage is within its safety range and has been adjusted properly to the value of 100~240V before connecting the computer to the power outlet.
• If the power cord comes with a 3-pin plug, do not disable the protective earth pin from the plug. The computer must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.
• Always unplug the AC power cord before installing any add-on card or module to the computer.
• Always disconnect the AC power cord or switch the wall socket off if the computer would be left unused for a certain time to achieve zero energy consumption.
• Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it. Do not place anything on the power cord.
• If this computer comes with an adapter, use only the MSI provided AC adapter approved for use with this computer.
• Power Rating: 750W, 100-240V~, 50-60Hz, 10-5A.

Please take special precautions if this computer comes with a battery.

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Avoid disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, which can result in an explosion.
• Avoid leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature or extremely low air pressure environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
• Do not ingest battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children.
• To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer on a soft, unsteady surface or obstruct the computer air ventilators.
• Use this computer only on a hard, flat and steady surface.
• Keep this computer away from humidity and high temperature.
• Do not leave the computer in an unconditioned environment with a storage temperature above 60℃ or below 0℃, which may damage the computer.
• The maximum operating temperature is around 35℃.

Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical shock.

Always keep the strong magnetic or electrical objects away from the computer.

If any of the following situations arises, get the computer checked by service personnel:

• The power cord or plug is damaged.
• Liquid has penetrated into the computer.
• The computer has been exposed to moisture.
• The computer does not work well or you can not get it work according to user's manual.
• The computer has dropped and damaged.
• The computer has obvious sign of breakage.

Green Product Features

• Reduced energy consumption during use and stand-by.
• Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health.
• Easily dismantled and recycled.
• Reduced use of natural resources by encouraging recycling.
• Extended product lifetime through easy upgrades.
• Reduced solid waste production through take-back policy.

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