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MSI Z87 XPOWER User Manual

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  • Page 1 Preface Z87 XPOWER Motherboard G52-78111X1...

  • Page 2: Preface

    Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.

  • Page 3: Smartphone Application

    If a problem arises with your system 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: http://www.msi.com/service/download/ Contact our technical staff at: http://support.msi.com...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ￭ Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. ￭ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ￭ Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. ￭ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating.

  • Page 5: Fcc-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 6: Radiation Exposure Statement

    Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment and its antenna should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This equipment and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 7: Battery Information

    Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Chemical Substances Information In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at: http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html Preface...

  • Page 8: Weee (Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment) Statement

    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 9 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 10 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 11: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS ▍ Preface ......................i Copyright Notice ......................ii Trademarks ......................ii Revision History ......................ii Smartphone Application ..................iii Technical Support ....................iii Safety Instructions ....................iv FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........... v CE Conformity ......................v Radiation Exposure Statement ................vi European Community Compliance Statement ............vi FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance ..............vi Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement ..............vi Taiwan Wireless Statements ...................vi...
  • Page 12 Video/ Graphics Cards ..................1-20 Single Video Card Installation ..............1-20 AMD CrossFire™ (Multi-GPU) Technology ..........1-21 NVIDIA® SLI Technology ................1-23 Internal Connectors .................... 1-25 SATA1~10: SATA Connectors ..............1-25 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3, OPTFAN1~2: Fan Power Connectors ..... 1-26 JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors ............1-27 JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connector ...........
  • Page 13 Memory Installation ....................2-4 Motherboard Installation ..................2-5 Power Connectors Installation ................2-7 SATA HDD Installation ..................2-9 mSATA SSD Installation ..................2-10 Front Panel Connector Installation ..............2-11 JFP1 Connecotr Installation ................. 2-11 Front Panel Audio Connector Installation ............ 2-11 Peripheral Connector Installation ...............

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the Z87 XPOWER Series (MS-7811 v1.X) XL-ATX motherboard. The Z87 XPOWER Series motherboards are based on Intel ® Z87 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel ® LGA1150 processor, the Z87 XPOWER Series motherboards deliver a high...

  • Page 16: Packing Contents

    * These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased. * If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dealer. Getting Started...

  • Page 17: Assembly Precautions

    Assembly Precautions ■ 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. ■ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.

  • Page 18: Motherboard Specifications

    6x USB 2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB connectors)* ■ 2x ASMedia ASM1074 Chipset 8x USB 3.0 ports on the back panel * Internal JUSB1 connector supports MSI Super Charger. Audio ■ Realtek ALC1150 Codec ®...
  • Page 19 ■ 1x Killer E2205 Gigabit LAN controller* * The Killer Network Manager is only available for Windows 7 and Windows 8 currently. The supported drivers for other operating systems would be available on the website if provided by vendor. Wireless ■...
  • Page 20 ■ NUVOTON NCT6779 Controller Chip Controller Hardware ■ CPU/System temperature detection ■ CPU/System fan speed detection Monitor ■ CPU/System fan speed control BIOS ■ 2x 64 Mb flash ■ UEFI AMI BIOS Features ■ ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.7, DMI 2.0 ■...
  • Page 21 For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support/ For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report/ Getting Started...

  • Page 22: Connectors Quick Guide

    Connectors Quick Guide DIMM4 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion module connector DIMM3 OC_SWITCH1 DIMM2 JPWR3 DIMM1 POWER1 JPWR2 CPUFAN1 CPU Socket CPUFAN2 RESET1 BCLK_STEP1 Back Panel BCLK-/ BCLK+ RATIO-/ RATIO+ DISCH1 JPWR1 OPTFAN2 SYSFAN1 JUSB4 JPWR4 MULTI_BIOS _SWITCH1 PCI_E1 JUSB3 PCI_E2 SATA1_2 PCI_E3 SYSFAN2 SATA3_4 PCI_E4...
  • Page 23 Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Port Type Page Back Panel 1-10 BCLK+, BCLK- Base Clock Control Buttons 1-36 BCLK_STEP1 Base Clock step swtich 1-36 CEASE_FIRE1 PCIe CeaseFire Switch 1-38 CPU Socket LGA1150 CPU Socket 1-13 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3 Fan Power Connectors 1-26 OPTFAN1~2 Fan Power Connectors 1-26...

  • Page 24: Back Panel Quick Guide

    Back Panel Quick Guide Optical PS/2 Keyboard/ S/PDIF-Out Mouse Combo USB 3.0 Port Port USB 3.0 Port LAN Port Line-In RS-Out Clear CMOS HDMI Button Line-Out CS-Out SS-Out USB 2.0 Port HDMI DisplayPort USB 3.0 Port ▶ PS/2 Keyboard/ Mouse Combo Port A combination of PS/2 mouse/keyboard DIN connector for a PS/2 mouse/keyboard.
  • Page 25 ▶ HDMI Port The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio-video interface that is capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all types of TV formats, including standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. ▶...

  • Page 26: Cpu (Central Processing Unit)

    This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommend. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.

  • Page 27: Cpu & Heatsink Installation

    CPU & Heatsink Installation When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard.
  • Page 28 3. Align the notches with the socket alignment keys. Lower the CPU straight down, without tilting or sliding the CPU in the socket. Inspect the CPU to check if it is properly seated in the socket. 4. Close and slide the load plate under the retention knob. Close and engage the load lever.
  • Page 29 7. Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. 8. Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the fan’s cable facing towards the fan connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard. CPU fan connector 9. Push down the heatsink until the four fasteners get wedged into the holes on the motherboard.

  • Page 30: Memory

    Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report/ DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the address below. http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Dual-Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus channels simultaneously.

  • Page 31: Mounting Screw Holes

    Mounting Screw Holes When installing the motherboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for an motherboard on the mounting plate in your computer case. If there is an I/O back plate that came with the computer case, please replace it with the I/O backplate that came with the motherboard package.

  • Page 32: Power Supply

    Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors. http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 JPWR1~4: ATX Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. To connect the ATX power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into the connector.

  • Page 33: Expansion Slots

    Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCI_E1~7: PCIe Expansion Slots The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot PCIe x16 Slots Bandwidth Table The table below shows the correlation between the PCIe slots bandwidth and multiple graphics cards.

  • Page 34: Video/ Graphics Cards

    Adding on one or more discrete video cards will significantly boost the system’s graphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install a graphics card on PCIe x16 slot with butterfly lock.

  • Page 35: Amd Crossfire™ (Multi-Gpu) Technology

    Important Please ensure that all graphics cards used in CrossFire™ mode are of the same • brand and specifications. For best compatibility with the motherboard, MSI graphics cards are recommended. • Make sure to connect an adequate power supply to the power connectors on the graphics cards to ensure stable operation.
  • Page 36 Boot up the computer and install the drivers and software included in your video card package. For more information, please refer to the manual that came with your video card. After all of the hardware and software has been properly installed, reboot the system.

  • Page 37: Nvidia® Sli Technology

    NVIDIA SLI Technology ® NVIDIA’s SLI (Scalable Link Interface) technology allows two or more GPUs to run in tandem within a system to achieve significant graphics performance gains. To utilize this technology, the GPU cards must be connected by an SLI Video Link. If you intend to use SLI mode, please follow the instructions below to properly set up SLI mode.
  • Page 38 Important Please ensure that all graphics cards used in SLI mode are of the same brand and • specifications. For best compatibility with the motherboard, MSI graphics cards are recommended. • Make sure to connect an adequate power supply to the power connectors on the graphics cards to ensure stable operation.

  • Page 39: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors SATA1~10: SATA Connectors This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray). Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install SATA HDD. http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc SATA2 SATA1...

  • Page 40: Cpufan1~2,Sysfan1~3, Optfan1~2: Fan Power Connectors

    CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3, OPTFAN1~2: Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Remember to connect all system fans.

  • Page 41: Jfp1, Jfp2: System Panel Connectors

    JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors These connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. When ® installing the front panel connectors, please use the optional M-Connector to simplify installation.

  • Page 42: Jusb1~2: Usb 2.0 Expansion Connector

    • • SuperCharger Technology is only available on select MSI motherboard models. Please refer to the MSI website to check if your motherboard has SuperCharger technology. • For iPad, JUSB1 (red mark) can still charge iPad in S3, S4, S5 state.

  • Page 43: Jusb3~4: Usb 3.0 Expansion Connector

    JUSB3~4: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector The USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbits/s (SuperSpeed). Important Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible •...

  • Page 44: Jaud1: Front Panel Audio Connector

    JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer case. This connector is compliant with the Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design ® Guide. MSATA_1: mSATA Slot The mSATA slot is for mSATA interface solid state drives (SSD) Important The SATA5 port will be unavailable when install a SSD in the mSATA port.

  • Page 45: Voltage Checkpoints

    Voltage Checkpoints These voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages. FV1: V-Check Connectors To check the voltage, please use the optional voltage checkpoint cables included in the motherboard package. Attach the positive lead of the multimeter to the voltage checkpoint cable and the negative lead to the ground connector.

  • Page 46: V-Check Spots

    V-Check Spots These voltage check spots are for you to measure the voltages. To check the voltage, please attach the positive lead of the multimeter to these spots and the negative lead to any ground spot. Spot Description PCH_1P05 PCH 1.05V voltage PCH_1P5 PCH 1.5V voltage CPU_VTT...

  • Page 47: Buttons & Switches

    BIOS section of the manual for instructions on how to turn off OC Genie from the BIOS. • The usage of OC Genie is at the user’s own risk. Overclocking is never guaranteed by MSI. • To ensure successfully OC Genie usage, MSI components are recommended. 1-33 Getting Started...

  • Page 48: Power1: Power Button

    POWER1: Power Button This button is used to turn-on and turn-off the system. Press the button once to turn-on or turn-off the system. RESET1: Reset Button This reset button is used to reset the system. Press the button to reset the system. DISCH1: Discharge Button This button allows you to discharge the motherboard by using the button instead of removing the battery.

  • Page 49: Ratio+, Ratio-: Cpu Ratio Control Buttons

    CPU RATIO - 1 FASTB1: GO2BIOS Button If you enable the "MSI Fast Boot" feature in BIOS, the keyboard will be unavaiable and entering BIOS Setup by pressing DEL will not function. Once you press this button, the system will enter BIOS setup directly at next boot.

  • Page 50: Bclk+, Bclk-: Base Clock Control Buttons

    BCLK+, BCLK-: Base Clock Control Buttons These buttons are used to increase or decrease the base clock frequency. Pressing the Plus/ Minus button once will increase/ decrease the base clock frequency 1MHz or 0.1MHz (depend on the setting of Base Clock step switch) when the system is in regular operation state.

  • Page 51: Multi_Bios_Switch1: Multi-Bios Switch

    MULTI_BIOS_SWITCH1: Multi-BIOS Switch This motherboard has two built-in BIOS ROMs (Labeled A and B, default BIOS ROM is A). If one is crashed, you can shift to the other for booting by sliding the switch. In addition, these two BIOS ROMs do not have the Auto Recovery feature, you need to maintain or update the BIOS version by yourself.

  • Page 52: Oc_Switch1: Oc Genie Mode Switch

    OC_SWITCH1: OC Genie Mode Switch This swtich provides two overclocking modes (Gear 1 and Gear 2) for OC Genie operation. When you press the OC Genie button, the overclocking procedure will be performed according to the setting of this switch. The Gear 1 mode is the default setting.

  • Page 53: Jumper

    Jumper JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM.

  • Page 54: Led Status Indicators

    LED Status Indicators OC Switch Mode LEDs BIOS LEDs 2-Digit Debug Code LED HDD LED BIOS LEDs These LEDs are used to distinguish BIOS A or B is in operation. When the left LED lights blue, the BIOS A is in operation. When the right LED lights green, the BIOS B is in operation.

  • Page 55: Debug Code Led Table

    Debug Code LED Table Please refer to the table below to get more information about the Debug Code LED message. Post Status 02,07 Power on CPU Initialization 03,08 Power on North Bridge Initialization 04,09 Power on South Bridge Initialization Power on Cache Initialization 11~14,32~36,56~5A Early CPU Initialization 15~18,37~3A...

  • Page 56: Drivers And Utilities

    After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the performance of the new computer you just built. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide.
  • Page 57 Chapter 2 Quick Installation This chapter 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. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code. Important The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
  • Page 58 CPU Installation http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI Quick Installation...

  • Page 59: Chapter 2 Quick Installation

    Quick Installation...

  • Page 60: Memory Installation

    Memory Installation http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Quick Installation...

  • Page 61: Motherboard Installation

    Motherboard Installation Quick Installation...
  • Page 62 Quick Installation...

  • Page 63: Power Connectors Installation

    Power Connectors Installation http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 Quick Installation...
  • Page 64 Quick Installation...

  • Page 65: Sata Hdd Installation

    SATA HDD Installation http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc Quick Installation...

  • Page 66: Msata Ssd Installation

    mSATA SSD Installation Quick Installation 2-10...

  • Page 67: Front Panel Connector Installation

    Front Panel Connector Installation JFP1 Connecotr Installation http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI Front Panel Audio Connector Installation 2-11 Quick Installation...

  • Page 68: Peripheral Connector Installation

    Peripheral Connector Installation USB2.0 Connector Installation USB3.0 Connector Installation Quick Installation 2-12...

  • Page 69: Graphics Card Installation

    Graphics Card Installation http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A 2-13 Quick Installation...
  • Page 70 Quick Installation 2-14...

  • Page 71: Chapter 3 Bios Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Setup CLICK BIOS is a revolutionary UEFI interface that allows you to setup and configure your system for optimum use. Using your mouse and keyboard, users can change BIOS settings, monitor CPU temperature, select the boot device priority and view system information such as the CPU name, DRAM capacity, the OS version and the BIOS version.

  • Page 72: Entering Setup

    (optional) on the motherboard to enable the system going to BIOS setup directly at next boot. Click "GO2BIOS" tab on "MSI Fast Boot" utility screen. Important Please be sure to install the “MSI Fast Boot” utility before using it to enter the BIOS setup. BIOS Setup BIOS Setup...

  • Page 73: Overview

    Overview After entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed. Temperature monitor Language System information Model name Virtual OC Genie Button Boot device priority bar BIOS menu selection BIOS menu selection Menu display ▶ Temperature monitor Show the temperatures of the processor and the motherboard. ▶...
  • Page 74 Enables or disables the OC Genie function by clicking on this button. When enabled, this button will be light. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock with MSI optimized overclocking profile. Important We recommend that you do not to make any modification in OC menu and do not to •...

  • Page 75: Operation

    Operation You can control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations. Hot key Mouse Description <↑↓→← > Select Item Move the cursor <Enter> Select Icon/ Field Click/ Double-click the left button <Esc>...

  • Page 76: Settings

    SETTINGS System Status ▶ System Date Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements. The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>. <day> Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. <month> The month from Jan. through Dec. <date>...

  • Page 77: Advanced

    Advanced ▶ PCI Subsystem Settings Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ PEG0/ 1/ 2 - Gen X [Auto] Sets PCI Express protocol for matching different installed devices. PEG0, PEG1, PEG2 are as first, second and third PCIe x16 slots. [Auto] Enables all PCIe Gen1, Gen2 and Gen3.
  • Page 78 ▶ Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] When “Enabled”, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item will appear when “Network Stack” is enabled. [Enabled] Enables the Ipv6 PXE boot support. [Disabled] Disables the Ipv6 PXE boot support. ▶ SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller.
  • Page 79 ▶ Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG] Selects a graphics device as the primary boot device. [IGD] Integrated Graphics Display. [PEG] PCI-Express Graphics Device. ▶ Integrated Graphics Share Memory [64M] Selects a fixed amount of system memory allocated to the onboard graphics. This item defines the exact memory size shared to the onboard graphics.
  • Page 80 Important The partition size must be larger then the amount of memory. ▶ Hybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Start Technology to support hybrid hard disk drive. [Enabled] Enables hybrid hard disk support. [Disabled] Disables hybrid hard disk support. ▶...
  • Page 81 Disables this function. ▶ MSI Fast Boot [Disabled] MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. When enabled, the USB, PS2 and SATA devices will not be detected while booting. [Enabled] Enables the MSI Fast Boot function to minimize booting time. And the following related "Fast Boot"...
  • Page 82 Important If you want to enter BIOS with enabled “MSI Fast Boot” mode, you have to click the "GO2BIOS" tab on MSI Fast Boot utility screen or press the "GO2BIOS" button (optional) on the motherboard. And then the system will enter to BIOS setup directly at next boot.
  • Page 83 ▶ Secure Boot Control [Disabled] Enables or disables secure boot. [Enabled] Enables the secure boot function and allow you to set the secure boot settings. [Disabled] Disables this function. ▶ Secure Boot Mode [Standard] Selects the secure boot mode. This item is to select how the secure boot keys be loaded.

  • Page 84: Boot

    ▶ Resume From S3 by USB Device [Disabled] Disables or enables the system wake up by USB devices. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state when activity of USB device is detected. [Disabled] Disables this function.

  • Page 85: Save & Exit

    Important When selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear on the screen. Type the password then press <Enter>. The password typed now will replace any previous set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to confirm the password.
  • Page 86 Important Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. • • Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, can void your warranty or severely damage your hardware. • If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC Genie for easy overclocking.
  • Page 87 ▶ CPU Base Clock Apply Mode [Auto] Sets the applying mode for adjusted CPU base clock. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Next Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock after reboot. [Immediate] CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immediately. ▶...
  • Page 88 Enables the OC Genie function by virtual button in BIOS or physical button on motherboard. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock the system with MSI optimized overclocking profile. [By BIOS Options] OC Genie function is enabled by clicking the virtual OC Genie button at the top left corner of BIOS setup screen.
  • Page 89 ▶ Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P) [Disabled] X.M.P. (Extreme Memory Profile) is the overclocking technology by memory module. This item will be available when you install the memory modules that support X.M.P. technology. [Disabled] Disables this function. [Profile 1] Uses profile1 over-clocking settings of installed XMP memory module. [Profile 2] Uses profile2 over-clocking settings of installed XMP memory module.
  • Page 90 ▶ CPU Vdroop Offset Control [Auto] Sets a percentage of offset voltage for CPU vdroop. If set to "Auto", BIOS will configure this setting automatically. [Options: Auto, +12.5%, +25%, +37.5%, +50%, +62.5%, +75%, +87.5%, +100%] ▶ CPU Over Voltage Protection [Auto] Sets the voltage limit for CPU over-voltage protection.
  • Page 91 ▶ CPU Core Voltage Mode/ CPU Ring Voltage Mode/ CPU GT Voltage Mode [Auto] Selects the control modes for these voltages. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Adaptive Mode] Sets adaptive voltages automatically for optimizing the system performance.
  • Page 92 ▶ DDR_VREF_CA/ DDR_VREF_DQ_A/ DDR_VREF_DQ_B/ PCH 1.05 Voltage/ PCH 1.5 Voltage Set these voltages. If set to "Auto", BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually. ▶ Current PCH 1.05 Voltage Shows current PCH 1.05 voltage. Read only. ▶...
  • Page 93 ▶ CPU Features Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled] The processor uses Hyper-Threading technology to increase transaction rates and reduces end-user response times. Intel Hyper-Threading technology treats the multi cores inside the processor as multi logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously.
  • Page 94 ▶ CPU AES Instructions [Enabled] Enables or disables the CPU AES (Advanced Encryption Standard-New Instructions) support. This item appears when a CPU supports this function. [Enabled] Enables Intel AES support. [Disabled] Disables Intel AES support. ▶ Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] Enables or disables the Intel adaptive thermal monitor function to protect the CPU from overheating.
  • Page 95 ▶ Short Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto] Sets the short duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode. ▶ CPU Current limit (A) [Auto] Sets maximum current limit of CPU package in Turbo Boost mode. When the current is over the specified limit value, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency for reducing the current.

  • Page 96: M-Flash

    Enables the system to boot from the BIOS within USB flash disk. [Disabled] Enables the system to boot from the BIOS within ROM on motherboard. *This may cause system unstable, MSI recommend it only for power users. ▶ Select one file to boot Selects a BIOS file in the USB flash disk (NTFS/ FAT 32 format) to boot the system.

  • Page 97: Oc Profile

    OC PROFILE ▶ Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press <Enter> to enter the sub- menu. ▶ Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Names the current overclocking profile. ▶...

  • Page 98: Hardware Monitor

    HARDWARE MONITOR Current Temperature & Temperature & Speed Speed information graphic display control field Voltage display ▶ Current Temperature & Speed information Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds. ▶ Temperature & Speed graphic display The red graph shows the minimum and maximum temperatures that be set on the “Fan control field”.
  • Page 99 Please follow the description below to set the temperatures and fan speeds. ■ a - Selects a fan you want to specify the speed. ■ b - Checks this item to activate the following items for changing default values. ■ c - Slides the Min and Max tabs to set the minimum and maximum temperatures.

  • Page 101: Appendix A Realtek Audio

    Appendix A Realtek Audio The Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple streaming) through the Front-Out-Left and Front-Out-Right channels.

  • Page 102: Software Configuration

    Software Configuration After installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), the “Realtek HD Audio Manager” icon will appear at the notification area (lower right of the screen). You may double click the icon and the GUI will pop up accordingly. double click the icon It is also available to enable the audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager from the Control Panel.

  • Page 103: Auto Popup Dialog

    ▶ Device Selection Here you can select a audio output source to change the related options. The “check” sign (in orange) indicates the devices as default. ▶ Volume Adjustment You can control the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.

  • Page 104: Hardware Default Setting

    Hardware Default Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting. ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 2-channel speakers diagram F r o ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram F r o R e a Realtek Audio...
  • Page 105 ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 6-channel speakers diagram F r o C e n R e a t e r & S u b w o o f ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 8-channel speakers diagram F r o C e n R e a t e r &...

  • Page 107: Appendix B Intel Raid

    Appendix B Intel RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and enabling RAID functionality and accelerating system on platforms.

  • Page 108: Introduction

    Introduction The motherboard comes with the Intel RAID controller that allows you to configure SATA hard drives as RAID sets. SATA hard drives deliver blistering transfer speeds up to 6 Gb/s. Serial ATA uses long, thin cables, making it easier to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside your PC.

  • Page 109: Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom

    Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM should be integrated with the system BIOS on all motherboards with a supported Intel chipset. The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM is the Intel RAID implementation and provides BIOS and DOS disk services.

  • Page 110: Create Raid Volume

    After pressing the <Ctrl> and <I> keys simultaneously, the following window will appear: MAIN MENU MAIN MENU Recovery Volume Options Create RAID Volume Acceleration Options Delete RAID Volume Exit Reset Disks to Non-RAID DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION RAID Volumes : None defined.
  • Page 111 In the Disk field, press <Enter> key and use <Space> key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume, then click <Enter> key to finish selection. This field will become available according to the selected RAID level. Then select the strip size for the RAID array by using the “upper arrow”...

  • Page 112: Intel Raid

    Go to the Create Volume field and press <Enter>, the following screen appears for you to confirm if you are sure to create the RAID volume. Press <Y> to continue. CREATE VOLUME MENU Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID1(Mirror) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size :...
  • Page 113 ■ Delete RAID Volume Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives will be lost. Important If your system currently boots to RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the Intel RAID Option ROM, your system will become un-bootable.
  • Page 114 ■ Reset Disks to Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter> to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. The following screen appears: MAIN MENU Recovery Volume Options Create RAID Volume RESET RAID DATA Recovery Volume Options Delete RAID Volume...

  • Page 115: Recovery Volume Options

    ■ Recovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press <Enter> to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears: RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS Enable Only Recovery Disk Enable Only Master Disk HELP Enable Only Recovery Disk - enables recovery disk if available and disables master disk.

  • Page 116: Degraded Raid Array

    Degraded RAID Array A RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 volume is reported as degraded when one of its hard drive members fails or is temporarily disconnected, and data mirroring is lost. As a result, the system can only utilize the remaining functional hard drive member. To re-establish data mirroring and restore data redundancy, refer to the procedure below that corresponds to the current situation.
  • Page 117 Exit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click ‘Yes’. The Intel Rapid Storage Technology application will be launched. Right-click the new hard drive and select ‘Rebuild to this Disk’. The ‘Rebuild Wizard’ will be launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard drive.

  • Page 118: System Acceleration (Optional

    Install Windows operating system. Powered off. Connect the SSD. Reboot the system to Windows. Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. Click here Click the “STORAGE” on the Setup screen. Click the "Intel RAID Driver" to install Intel Rapid Storage Technology application.
  • Page 119 Run Intel Rapid Storage Technology application. ® Click "Enable acceleration" under Accelerate. Click here Select the acceleration options. Click OK and reboot the system. The page refreshes and reports the new acceleration configuration in the Acceleration View. Important You can click “More help on this page” or "More help" of the Intel Rapid Storage ®...

  • Page 120: Rst Synchronization (Optional

    RST Synchronization (optional) If you are using Maximized mode as the Acceleration mode, the data on the hard disk is not always synchronized with the data in the SSD cache. In some situations, you may want to manually sync the disks for avoiding data loss. Follow these steps to sync manually.

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