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  • Page 1 MEG Series Motherboard MEG Z890 GODLIKE User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick Start ........................4 Specifications ........................16 Special Features ......................22 Package Contents ......................23 Back Panel Connectors ....................24 5Gbps LAN Port LED Status Table ................26 10Gbps LAN Port LED Status Table ................ 26 Audio Jacks Connection ..................27 Installing Antennas ....................29 Overview of Components ....................30 CPU Socket ......................
  • Page 3 LED_SW1: EZ LED Control ..................81 DYNAMIC DASHBOARD III ..................82 Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center ................90 Installing Drivers with MSI Driver Utility Installer ..........91 MSI Center User Guide .................... 93 UEFI BIOS ........................94 BIOS Setup ......................95 Entering BIOS Setup ....................

  • 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 ● DIMMB1 DIMMA2 DIMMB2 DIMMB2 DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMA2...

  • 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 ● Notice ⚠ EZ BRIDGE is magnetically attached. Please do not lift the motherboard by holding only EZ BRIDGE. 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 PD_PWR1 & PCIE_PWR1 CPU_PWR1~2...

  • 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 4x DDR5 memory slots*, supporting up to 256GB** ●...
  • Page 17 Continued from previous column 8x M.2 slots (Key M) ● M2_1 slot (From CPU) ● Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 ● Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices ● M2_2 slot (From CPU) ● Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 ● Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices ●...
  • Page 18 Continued from previous column Realtek® ALC4082 Codec + ESS® ES9219 QUAD DAC ● 7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio Audio ● Supports up to 32-bit/384kHz playback on front panel ● Supports S/PDIF output ● 1x Intel® Killer E5000B 5Gbps LAN controller ●...
  • Page 19 Continued from previous column 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector Fan Connectors ● 2x 4-pin water-pump/ system fan connectors ● 2x System panel connectors ● 2x 2-pin Thermal sensor connectors ● 1x Tuning controller connector ● 1x EZ Conn-Header V2 (JAF_2) ●...
  • Page 20 Continued from previous column 1x Clear CMOS button ● 1x Flash BIOS button ● 1x Smart button ● 1x 5G LAN (RJ45) port ● 1x 10G LAN (RJ45) port ● 4x USB 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Hub RTS5420) ● 2x USB 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Z890 chipset) ●...
  • Page 21 ACPI 6.5, SMBIOS 3.7 ● Multi-language ● Drivers ● MSI Center ● Acrobat ● Adobe Creative Cloud ● AIDA64 Extreme - MSI Edition Software ● CPU-Z MSI GAMING ● Dropbox ● MSI App Player (BlueStacks) ● Norton 360 ● Intel® Killer Networking...

  • Page 22: Special Features

    Special Features MSI Center Performance MSI AI Engine Core Boost ● ● Game Highlights Dual CPU Power ● ● Cooling Wizard OC Engine ● ● Mystic Light Memory Boost ● ● Ambient Link Memory Force ● ● Frozr AI Cooling Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E Slot / M.2...

  • Page 23: 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 24: 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 port (From Hub RTS5420) Flash BIOS button - Please refer to page 98 for details about updating BIOS with Flash BIOS button.
  • Page 25 Item Description Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C port (From CPU) Supports DisplayPort over USB Type-C® ● Each port can daisy-chain up to three Thunderbolt™ 4 devices or five ● Thunderbolt™ 3 devices USB 10Gbps Type-C port (From Hub RTS5429E) USB 20Gbps Type-C port (From Z890 chipset) USB 10Gbps Type-C port (From Hub RTS5429E) USB 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Hub RTS5429E) USB 10Gbps Type-C port (From Hub RTS5429E)

  • Page 26: 5Gbps Lan Port Led Status Table

    5Gbps LAN Port LED Status Table Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Status Description Status Speed No link 10 Mbps Yellow blinking slowly Linked Green 100 Mbps/ 1 Gbps/ 2.5 Gbps Yellow blinking rapidly Data activity Orange 5 Gbps 10Gbps LAN Port LED Status Table...

  • Page 27: Audio Jacks Connection

    Audio Jacks Connection Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Front Panel...
  • Page 28 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 29: Installing Antennas

    Installing Antennas 1. Combine the antenna with the base. 2. Connect two antenna cables tight to the Wi-Fi antenna connectors as shown. 3. Place the antenna as high as possible.

  • Page 30: Overview Of Components

    Overview of Components JARGB_V2_1 CPU_FAN1 PUMP_SYS1 ATX_PWR1 PD_PWR1 JUSBC2 JUSBC1 M2_1 PUMP_SYS2 PCI_E1 JUSB3 M2_2 JUSB2 M2_3 PCIE_PWR1 M2_4 SATA▼_7▲_8 PCI_E2 SATA▼_5▲_6 PCI_E3 JUSB1 JAUD1 JOC_FS1...
  • Page 31 EZ BRIDGE JUSB_BRG_1 JAF_2 JDASH1 T_SEN1 T_SEN2 JBRG_HUB1 JFP2 POWER1 RESET1 JFP1 EZ PCIe Release Button Important ⚠ EZ BRIDGE does not support hot-swapping. Do not unplug the connection while it is powered on.
  • Page 32 EZ CONTROL HUB SYS_FAN1 JSATA_PWR1 JBRG_HUB1...

  • Page 33: 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 34 ● 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 35: 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 DIMMB2 DIMMA2 Channel B Channel A Memory module installation recommendation...
  • Page 36 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 37: Pci_E1~3: Pcie Expansion Slots

    PCI_E3: PCIe 4.0 x4 (From Z890 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.

  • Page 38: Cpu Pcie Lanes Configuration

    CPU PCIe Lanes Configuration PCIe bifurcation allows a single PCIe slot to split its lanes into multiple smaller groups, which is useful for scenarios like supporting multiple NVMe SSDs or other expansion cards. Below is a description of the different configuration options available, including how Auto settings manage bifurcation.
  • Page 39 Installing a graphics card into PCI_E1 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 40 Removing a graphics card from PCI_E1 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 41: M2_1~6: M.2 Slots (Key M)

    M2_1 M2_2 ⚽ M2_3 M2_4 M2_5 https://msi.gm/S7F5D000 M2_6 ● Important ⚠ 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. Do not ●...
  • Page 42 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 43 3. Remove the protective film 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 screw hole by using the EZ M.2 Clip II Remover.
  • Page 44 5. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 6. Use the EZ M.2 Clip II to lock and secure the SSD. 7. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 8.
  • Page 45 Installing M.2 module into M2_2~M2_5 slots Important ⚠ Please remove all rubber cubes from the M.2 plates before installing the Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 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 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 47 For 22110 SSD Remove the EZ M.2 Clip II from the 2280 screw hole. And if you intend to install both a 2280 SSD and a 22110 SSD simultaneously in M2_4 and M2_5 slots, please remove the EZ M.2 Clip II and install the included M.2 Standoff. Otherwise, you may use the pre-installed EZ M.2 Clip II.
  • Page 48 For 22110 SSD If you intend to install both a 2280 SSD and a 22110 SSD simultaneously in M2_4 and M2_5 slots, please use the supplied screw to secure it. Otherwise, you may use the EZ M.2 Clip II to automatically lock and secure the SSD. 30º...
  • Page 49 Installation combination for M2_4 & M2_5 slots When installing a 22110 SSD in M2_4 slot, a 2260 or 2280 SSD can be installed in M2_5 slot. 22110 SSD M2_4 slot M2_5 slot 2260 SSD 2280 SSD When installing a 2260 or 2280 SSD in M2_4 slot, a 2260, 2280, or 22110 SSD can be installed in M2_5 slot.
  • Page 50 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 51 3. Remove the protective film 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 screw hole by using the remover. Skip this step if you install 2280 SSD.
  • Page 52 5. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 6. Use the EZ M.2 Clip II to lock and secure the SSD. 7. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 8.

  • Page 53: Sata_5~8: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors

    SATA_5~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA_8 SATA_7 SATA_6 SATA_5 Important ⚠ Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during ●...

  • Page 54: 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 55: Jtpm1: Tpm Module Connector

    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)

  • Page 56: Cpu_Pwr1~2, Atx_Pwr1, Pcie_Pwr1, Pd_Pwr1, Jsata_Pwr1: Power Connectors

    CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, PCIE_PWR1, PD_PWR1, JSATA_PWR1: Power Connectors These power connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. EZ CONTROL HUB CPU_PWR1~2 Signal Name Signal Name Ground Ground CPU_PWR1~2 Ground Ground +12V +12V +12V +12V ATX_PWR1 Signal Name Signal Name +3.3V +3.3V Ground...
  • Page 57 PCIE_PWR1/ PD_PWR1 Signal Name Signal Name +12V +12V PCIE_PWR1/ PD_PWR1 +12V SENS1 Ground SENS0 Ground Ground JSATA_PWR1 Signal Name Signal Name JSATA_PWR1 +12V +12V +12V Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Important ⚠ Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.

  • Page 58: Jbrg_Hub1: Ez Link Connectors

    EZ BRIDGE & EZ CONTROL HUB Connection JBRG_HUB1 header JBRG_HUB1 header of the EZ BRIDGE EZ Link cable of the EZ CONTROL Watch the video to learn how to connect the EZ BRIDGE and ⚽ EZ CONTROL HUB. https://msi.gm/S6A0E6BB ●...

  • Page 59: 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 60: Jusbc2: Usb 20Gbps Type-C Front Panel Connector

    JUSBC2: USB 20Gbps Type-C Front Panel Connector This USB connector allows you to connect to the 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. JUSBC2 USB Type-C Cable USB Type-C port...

  • Page 61: Jusb2~3: Usb 5Gbps Connectors

    JUSB2~3: USB 5Gbps Connectors These USB connectors allow you to connect to USB ports on the chassis panel and supports data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps. Signal Name Signal Name Power USB3_RX_DN USB3_RX_DP Ground USB3_TX_C_DN USB3_TX_C_DP Ground USB2.0- USB2.0+ Ground USB2.0+ USB2.0-...

  • Page 62: Jusb1, Jusb_Brg_1: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    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.

  • Page 63: T_Sen1~2: Thermal Sensor Connectors

    These connectors allow you to connect the thermistor cable and use it to monitor the temperature of the detection point. EZ BRIDGE Thermistor cable Sense JTBT5_1: Thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion Card Connector This connector allows you to connect MSI Thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion Card. Signal Name Signal Name 5VDUAL 5VDUAL GPIO...
  • Page 64 Thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion card Specifications Chipset Intel® JHL9580 Thunderbolt™ 5 Controller 2x Thunderbolt™ 5(USB-C) ports ● Support up to 80Gbps transfer rate with Thunderbolt™ ● devices Support up to 40Gbps transfer rate with USB4 devices ● Support up to 9V/3A ,27W power charging External ●...

  • Page 65: Installing Thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion Card

    Installing Thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion card 1. Insert the Thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion card into the PCIe 4.0 x4 Thunderbolt™ supportive slot. 2. Connect JTBT5_1 connector of the Thunderbolt™ 5 Expansion card to the motherboard. And connect the PCIE_PWR1 power connector to the power supply unit.

  • Page 66: Cpu_Fan1, Pump_Sys1~2, Sys_Fan1~7: Fan Connectors

    CPU_FAN1, PUMP_SYS1~2, SYS_FAN1~7: 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 67: Jdash1 : Tuning Controller Connector

    JDASH1 : Tuning Controller connector This connector is used to connect an optional Tuning Controller module. EZ BRIDGE Signal Name Signal Name No Pin MCU_SMB_SCL_M MCU_SMB_SDA_M VCC5 Ground PSIN#_R FP_RST#_R OC_FS BLK+ BLK- CLRCMOS_EN W_FLOW1: Water Flow Meter Connector This connector allows you to connect a water flow meter to monitor the flow rate of your liquid cooling system.

  • Page 68: Jln1~2: Low Temperature Booting Jumper

    JLN1~2: Low Temperature Booting Jumper These jumpers allow liquid nitrogen cooling system to boot at an extremely low temperature. Please try to enable the jumper to help the system boot successfully. Enabled Normal (Please enable this jumper (Default) during BIOS POST) Important ⚠...

  • Page 69: Power1, Reset1: Power Button, Reset Button

    POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button The Power/ Reset button allows you to power on/ reset the computer. EZ BRIDGE Power button Reset button V-Check Points Lite These voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages. To measure voltage, place test leads on the GND (screw mounting hole) and a specific V-Check Point.

  • Page 70: Joc_Fs1: Safe Boot Jumper

    JOC_FS1: Safe Boot Jumper This jumper is used for Safe Boot. When this jumper is enabled, the system will boot with default settings and lower PCIe (from CPU) mode. Normal Enabled (default) Apply the BIOS default settings and lower PCIe Boot with the saved (from CPU) mode for BIOS settings.

  • Page 71: M.2 Xpander-Z Slider Gen5 Card

    M.2 XPANDER-Z SLIDER GEN5 card M2_1 LEDs M2_2 LEDs MB_FAN1 M2_2 FAN_SW1 PCIE_PWR1 M2_1 Specifications 2x M.2 slots (Key M) ● Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x 4 (From CPU)* ● Supports 2280 M.2 SSD** Interface ● * The operating speed depends on the PCIe slot specification of your motherboard.
  • Page 72 4. Lift the cover and move it forward to uninstall it. 5. Remove the protective film from the thermal pad inside the M.2 enclosure. Watch the video to learn how to install the M.2 XPANDER-Z ⚽ SLIDER GEN5 card. https://msi.gm/SBC78842 ●...
  • Page 73 6. Please ensure the notch position of the M.2 SSD contacts to correctly install the M.2 SSD into the M.2 enclosure. ⚠ Important All contacts of the M.2 SSD must be fully exposed after you install the M.2 SSD. 7. Remove the protective film from the bottom of the top cover. 8.
  • Page 74 9. Align the alignment marks on the M.2 enclosure and M.2 bracket. Install the M.2 enclosure back into the slot until it is locked in place. 10. Push the M.2 side cover back to lock the M.2 enclosure. 11. Install the XPANDER-Z SLIDER GEN5 card into the PCIe slot on the motherboard. 12.

  • Page 75: Bios_Sw1: Multi-Bios Switch

    Important ⚠ Do not use the Multi-BIOS switch when system is booting up. ● You can also use the MSI Center or Flash BIOS Button to flash BIOS. Please refer to ● BIOS section for details. JDASH_SW1: EZ BRIDGE Switch This switch is used to switch between EZ BRIDGE &...

  • Page 76: Jrgb1: Rgb Led Connector

    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. ● Please make sure you insert the RGB connector the right way. Plugging it in ●...

  • Page 77: 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 240 individually addressable RGB LEDs with maximum power rating of 3A (5V). Signal Name Signal Name Data...
  • Page 78 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. ●...

  • Page 79: Jaf_2: Ez Conn-Header V2

    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. It can also be used to connect MPG EZ120 ARGB fans. EZ BRIDGE Signal Name Signal Name Ground DATA Sense Ground...

  • Page 80: Onboard Leds

    JAF_2 header is compatible with JAF_1 header since pins 1 to 7 carry the same ● signals. MPG EZ120 ARGB can be connected to the JAF_2 header. For more information on how to install MPG EZ120 ARGB, please refer to https://msi. ● gm/S5035E56.

  • Page 81: Jpwrled1: Led Power Input

    JPWRLED1: LED power input This connector is used by retailers to demonstrate onboard LED lights. LED_SW1: EZ LED Control This switch is used to switch on/ off all the LEDs on the motherboard. LED_ON LED_OFF (Default)

  • Page 82: Dynamic Dashboard Iii

    The DYNAMIC DASHBOARD III, a TFT LCD panel, is located on the EZ BRIDGE. It can display system status, temperatures, voltages, BIOS flash status and error messages. You can use MSI Center to configure and customize the displays of the DYNAMIC DASHBOARD III and even upload a .gif/ .bmp/ .png/ .jpg or .mp4 animation file.
  • Page 83 S3 (Suspend to Ram) ⚠ Important To take full advantage of DYNAMIC DASHBOARD III, you should to install MSI Center and then install the DYNAMIC DASHBOARD APP within MSI Center ( MSI Center > Feature Sets > DYNAMIC DASHBOARD).
  • Page 84 Debug Code LED Table The Debug Code LED displays progress and error codes during and after POST. Refer to the Debug Code LED table for details. SEC Progress Codes Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard) AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading...
  • Page 85 Memory initialization (other) Memory Installed CPU post-memory initialization is started CPU post-memory initialization. Cache initialization CPU post-memory initialization. Application Processor(s) (AP) initialization CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) initialization Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started 38 - 3A Post-Memory System Agent initialization (System Agent module specific) Post-Memory PCH initialization is started...
  • Page 86 DXE Progress Codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started 64 - 67 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started 6B - 6F System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) PCH DXE initialization is started...
  • Page 87 USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable 9E -9F Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Setup Input Wait Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event...
  • Page 88 DXE Error Codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output Devices are found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error)
  • Page 89 Recovery Progress Codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) Recovery process started Recovery firmware image is found Recovery firmware image is loaded F5 - F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery Error Codes Recovery PPI is not available Recovery capsule is not found Invalid recovery capsule...

  • Page 90: 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 91: 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 92 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 93: Msi Center User Guide

    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 94: 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 95: 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 96: 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: Next selection Ctrl+PageUp: Go to previous main menu...

  • Page 97: 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 98 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 99: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram MEG Z890 GODLIKE PCIe 5.0x16 PCI_E1 DDR5 DIMM A1/A2 PCIe 5.0x8 DIMM B1/B2 PCIe 5.0x16 PCIe M2_1 GEN 5x4 PCIe 5.0x8 (PCIe only) PCI_E2 PCIe 5.0x4 M2_2 GEN 4x4 (PCIe only) Thunderbolt 4 (Rear & Front) PCIe 5.0x4 M.2_6 DMI x8 PCIe 4.0x4...

  • Page 100: 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 101 ● 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 102: 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 103 KC인증서 상호: (주)엠에스아이코리아 제품명: 메인보드 모델명: 10-7E21 제조년월: 2024년 R-R-MSI-10-7E21 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 KC인증서 상호: (주)엠에스아이코리아 제품명: M.2 XPANDER-Z SLIDER GEN5 모델명: 10-4494 제조년월: 2024년...

  • Page 104: 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 105: 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 106 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 107 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 108: 日本Jis C 0950材質宣言

    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...
  • Page 109 MS-7E21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 110 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-7E21 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 111: 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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