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  • Page 1 Preface Z97 GAMING 7 Motherboard G52-79161X1...

  • 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://register.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 Taiwan Wireless Statements ...................vi Japan VCCI Class B Statement ................vi Korea Warning Statements ..................vi...
  • Page 12 Internal Connectors .................... 1-20 SATA1~8: SATA Connectors ..............1-20 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors ........1-21 JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors ............1-22 JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors ..........1-23 JUSB3: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector ............1-24 JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector .............. 1-24 JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector ............
  • Page 13 Peripheral Connector Installation ............... 2-12 USB2.0 Connector Installation ..............2-12 USB3.0 Connector Installation ..............2-12 Graphics Card Installation .................. 2-13 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup .................3-1 Entering Setup ..................... 3-2 Entering BIOS Setup ..................3-2 Overview ......................3-3 Operation ......................3-6 Updating BIOS .....................

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the Z97 GAMING 7 Series (MS-7916 v1.X) ATX motherboard. The Z97 GAMING 7 Series motherboards are based on Intel ® Z97 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel ®...

  • 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

    ■ ASMedia ASM1074 Chipset 4x USB 3.0 ports on the back panel ■ ASMedia ASM1042 Chipset 2x USB 3.0 ports on the back panel * Internal JUSB1 connector supports MSI Super Charger. Audio ■ Realtek ALC1150 Codec ® 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio...
  • Page 19 ■ 1x Killer E2205 Gigabit LAN controller* * The Killer Network Manager is only available for Windows 7 and Windows 8/ 8.1 currently. The supported drivers for other operating systems would be available on the website if provided by vendor. Back Panel ■...
  • Page 20 Killer Network Manager Form ■ ATX Form Factor ■ 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Factor For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/cpu-support/ For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/test-report/ Getting Started...

  • Page 21: Connectors Quick Guide

    Connectors Quick Guide DIMM3 DIMM2 DIMM4 SYSFAN1 DIMM1 CPUFAN1 JPWR2 CPU Socket CPUFAN2 SYSFAN3 Back Panel JPWR1 PCI_E1 JCI1 SLOW_1 PCI_E2 JUSB3 PCI_E3 SATA1_2 JBAT1 PCI_E4 SATA3_4 PCI_E5 SATA5_6 PCI_E6 SATA7_8 M2_1 PCI_E7 BIOS_SW1 JFP1 SYSFAN2 JAUD1 JCOM1 JTPM1 JFP2 JUSB2 AUDPWR1 JUSB1...
  • Page 22 Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Port Type Page Back Panel I/O Ports AUD_SW1 Audio Power Switch 1-33 AUDPWR1 Direct Audio Power Connector 1-25 BIOS_SW1 Multi-BIOS Switch 1-32 LGA1150 CPU Socket 1-11 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3 Fan Power Connectors 1-21 DIMM1~4 DDR3 Memory slots 1-15 V-Check Connectors 1-28...

  • Page 23: Back Panel Quick Guide

    Back Panel Quick Guide Optical PS/2 Keyboard/ S/PDIF-Out USB 3.0 Port Mouse Combo Port* LAN Port Line-In RS-Out USB 3.0 Port HDMI Line-Out CS-Out HDMI SS-Out USB 2.0 Port* Clear CMOS DisplayPort USB 3.0 Port Button * Gaming Device Port. ▶...
  • Page 24 ® ▶ 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 25: 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 26: 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 27 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 28 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 29: Memory

    Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install memories. 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 30: 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 31: Power Supply

    Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors. http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 JPWR1~2: 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 32: 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 Important When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet.

  • Page 33: 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 34: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors SATA1~8: 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 35: Cpufan1~2,Sysfan1~3: Fan Power Connectors

    CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: 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 36: 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 37: Jusb1~2: Usb 2.0 Expansion Connectors

    Please only connect one device per USB port to ensure stable charging. Super-Charger Technology is only available on select MSI motherboard models. • Please refer to the MSI website to check if your motherboard has Super-Charger technology. • For iPad, JUSB1 (red mark) can still charge iPad in S3, S4, S5 state.

  • Page 38: Jusb3: Usb 3.0 Expansion Connector

    JUSB3: 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 damage.

  • Page 39: 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. AUDPWR1: Direct Audio Power Connector This connector is used to provide direct power to back panel audio ports. The direct audio power can provide the better audio quality.

  • Page 40: M2_1: M.2 Port

    M2_1: M.2 Port The M.2 port supports either M.2 SATA 6Gb/s module or M.2 PCIe module. Important The SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when installing a module in the • M.2 port. • Intel RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM, does not support Legacy ROM.

  • Page 41: Jcom1: Serial Port Connector

    JCOM1: Serial Port Connector This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device. 1-27 Getting Started...

  • Page 42: 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 43: Buttons

    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. 1-29 Getting Started...

  • Page 44: 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. Getting Started 1-30...

  • Page 45: 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 46: Switch

    Preparation: 1. Prepare a bootable USB flash drive. 2. Download the latest BIOS file from the MSI official website at www.msi.com, and then decompress the file. 3. Copy the AFUDE238.exe and the BIOS file to the bootable USB flash drive BIOS recovery steps: 1.

  • Page 47: Slow_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch

    SLOW_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch This switch is used for LN2 cooling solution, that provides the extreme overclocking conditions, to boot at a stable processor frequency and to prevent the system from crashing. Normal Enabled (Default) Important Users will try extreme low temperature overclocking at their own risks. The overclocking results will vary according to the CPU version.

  • Page 48: Led Status Indicators

    LED Status Indicators Debug LED HDD LED BIOS B LED MSI LED BIOS A LED LED Status Table The following table describes the status of LED indicators. LED Status Description Debug Blinking HDD activity BIOS A LED Blue BIOS A in operation...

  • Page 49: 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 50: 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 51 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 52 CPU Installation http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI Quick Installation...

  • Page 53: Chapter 2 Quick Installation

    Quick Installation...

  • Page 54: Memory Installation

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

  • Page 55: Motherboard Installation

    Motherboard Installation Quick Installation...
  • Page 56 Quick Installation...

  • Page 57: Power Connectors Installation

    Power Connectors Installation http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 Quick Installation...
  • Page 58 Quick Installation...

  • Page 59: Sata Hdd Installation

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

  • Page 60: M.2 Module Installation

    M.2 module Installation 4.2 cm 6 cm 8 cm Quick Installation 2-10...

  • Page 61: Front Panel Connector Installation

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

  • Page 62: Peripheral Connector Installation

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

  • Page 63: Graphics Card Installation

    Graphics Card Installation http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A 2-13 Quick Installation...
  • Page 64 Quick Installation 2-14...

  • Page 65: 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 66: 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 67: Overview

    Overview After entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed. Temperature monitor My Favorites Language System information Boot device priority bar Virtual OC Genie Button BIOS menu BIOS menu selection selection Menu display ▶ BIOS menu selection The following options are available: ■...
  • Page 68 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 mode and do not to load defaults after enabling the OC Genie function.
  • Page 69 Adding BIOS item to Favorite 1~5 Move the mouse cursor to highlight a BIOS setting item. Right-click (or press "F2" key) and then choose a favorite menu (Favorite 1~5) to add the BIOS item. Choose a favorite menu to add the BIOS item Deleting BIOS item from Favorite 1~5 Move the mouse cursor to highlight a BIOS item on the Favorite 1~5 menu.

  • Page 70: 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 71: Updating Bios

    Updating the BIOS with M-FLASH ▶ Before updating Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash disk. Important Only the FAT32/ NTFS format USB flash disk supports updating BIOS by M-FLASH.

  • Page 72: 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 73: Advanced

    Advanced ▶ PCI Subsystem Settings Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ CPU PCI-E Lane Configuration [Auto] It can help you conveniently and directly manage the configuration of the PCI-E lanes from CPU. ▶...
  • Page 74 ▶ 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 75 ▶ IGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Enables or disables the multi-screen output from integrated graphics and external graphics card. [Enabled] Enables IGD multi-screen function. [Disabled] Disables IGD multi-screen function. ▶ Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Sets Intel Rapid Start Technology for optimizing the system resume operation. Press ®...
  • Page 76 ▶ RapidStart Display Save/Restore [Enabled] Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Start Display screen to be saved or restored. The screen will be saved before the system enters sleep mode. Then the system will restore the screen when wakened. [Enabled] Enables this function.
  • Page 77 ▶ Serial (COM) Port 0 Configuration Sets detailed configuration of serial(COM) port 0. Press <Enter> to enter the sub- menu. ▶ Serial (COM) Port 0 [Enabled] Enables or disables serial (COM) port 0. ▶ Serial (COM) Port 0 Settings [Auto] Sets serial port 0 (COM).
  • Page 78 Disables this function. ▶ MSI Fast Boot [Disabled] MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It will disable more devices to speed up system boot time which is faster than the boot time of “Fast Boot”. [Enabled] Enables the MSI Fast Boot function to speed up booting time.
  • Page 79 ▶ Key Management Manages the secure boot keys. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub- menu will appear when “Secure Boot Mode” sets to [Custom]. ▶ Wake Up Event Setup Sets system wake up behaviors for different sleep modes. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.

  • Page 80: Boot

    Boot Sets the sequence of system boot devices. ▶ Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled] Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST. [Enabled] The OS boots straight to the GUI without showing the POST screen. [Disabled] Shows the POST messages at booting.

  • Page 81: Save & Exit

    ▶ Trusted Computing Sets TPM (Trusted Platform Module) function. ▶ TPM SUPPORT [Disabled] Enables or disables the TPM function to build the endorsement key for accessing the system. ▶ Chassis Intrusion Configuration Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Chassis Intrusion [Disabled] This function will be available if the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch.
  • Page 82 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 83 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 84 < DRAM Setting > ▶ DRAM Frequency [Auto] Sets the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed. ▶ Adjusted DRAM Frequency Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only. ▶ 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.
  • Page 85 < Voltage Setting > ▶ DigitALL Power Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. Controls the digital powers related to CPU PWM. ▶ VR 12VIN OCP Expander [Auto] Expands the limitation of VR Over Current Protection with 12V input voltage. The higher expanding value indicates less protection.
  • Page 86 ▶ DRAM Phase Control [Auto] Controls PWM phase proportionally to the DRAM loading. If set to "Auto", BIOS will optimize the DRAM PWM phase automatically. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Disabled] Disables the PWM power phase switching feature. ▶...
  • Page 87 ▶ CPU SA/ IO Analog/ IO Digital Voltage Offset Mode [Auto]* Selects the offset mode for CPU SA/ IO Analog/ IO Digital voltage. This item appears when "CPU SA/IOA/IOD Voltage Mode" sets to [Offset Mode]. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. Allows you to offset the voltage by positive value mode.
  • Page 88 ▶ 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. In this way, the system performance is highly improved.
  • Page 89 ▶ Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] Enables or disables the Intel adaptive thermal monitor function to protect the CPU from overheating. [Enabled] Throttles down the CPU core clock speed when the CPU is over the adaptive temperature. [Disabled] Disables this function. ▶...
  • Page 90 ▶ Long Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto] Sets the long duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode. ▶ Long Duration Maintained (s) [Auto] Sets the maintaining time for "Long duration power Limit(W)". ▶ Short Duration Power Limit (W) [Auto] Sets the short duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.

  • Page 91: 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 92: 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 93: Hardware Monitor

    HARDWARE MONITOR Current Temperature & Speed information control field Setting Buttons Voltage display ▶ Current Temperature & Speed information Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds. ▶ Fan control field This motherboard provides a fan speed control feature call “Smart Fan Mode”. Please check the “Smart Fan Mode”...

  • Page 95: 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 96: 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 97: 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 98: 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 99 ■ 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 101: 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 102: 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 103: 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 104: 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 105 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 106 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 107 ■ 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 108 ■ 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 109: 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 110: 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 111 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 112: System Acceleration (Optional

    RAID mode, skip to the step 5. Reboot and enter the BIOS steup. Set the SATA Mode to RAID in BIOS. Install Windows operating system. Insert the MSI Driver DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. Install Intel RAID driver Powered off. Connect the SSD.
  • Page 113 Run Intel Rapid Storage Technology application. Click "Enable acceleration" under Accelerate tab. 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 114: 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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