H67MA-ED55 series MS-7676 (v1.
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MS-7676 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. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS. ￭ Make sure the voltage of the power source is at 110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
Preface 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.
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MS-7676 Appendix A Realtek Audio �������������������������������������������������������������������������� A-1 Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver �����������������������������������������������������������������A-2 Software Configuration �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������A-3 Introduction ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������B-2 BIOS Configuration ��������������������������������
Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the H67MA-ED55 Series (MS7676 v1.X) Micro-ATX mainboard. The H67MA-ED55 Series mainboards are based on Intel® H67 chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1155 processor, the H67MA-ED55 Series deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
Getting Started Mainboard Specifications Processor Support ■ Intel® processor in the LGA1155 package (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index. php?func=cpuform2) Base Clock ■ 100 MHz Chipset ■ Intel® H67 chipset Memory Support ■ 4 DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 1333/ 1066 DRAM (16GB Max) ■ Supports Dual-Channel mode (For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.
MS-7676 Connectors Chapter 1 ■ Back panel - 1 PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port - 4 USB 2.0 ports - 1 IEEE 1394 port (optional) - 1 Optical S/PDIF port - 1 HDMI port** - 1 VGA port** - 1 DVI-D port** - 1 LAN port - 2 USB 3.0 ports - 6 flexible audio ports **(The VGA, DVI-D & HDMI ports only work with Integrated Graphics Processor) ■ On-Board - 4 USB 2.
Getting Started Mainboard Layout Top : mouse/keyboard Bottom : USB ports CPUFAN JPWR2 T: 1394 port B: USB ports FV1 Top: SPDIF Bottom: HDMI port Top: LAN Jack Bottom: USB 3.
MS-7676 Packing Checklist BATT + Chapter 1 Reset MSI mainboard MSI Driver/Utility DVD SATA Cable Power Cable USB 2.0 Bracket (Optional) User’s Guide Back IO Shield The pictures are for reference only and may vary from the packing contents of the product you purchased. If you need to purchase accessories and request the part numbers, you could search the product web page and find details on our web address below http://www.msi.com/index.
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup procedures. While performing the installation, be careful in holding the components and following the installation procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong orientation, the components will not work properly. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. Static electricity may damage the components.
Hardware Setup Quick Components Guide SYSFAN2, p.2-14 JPWR2, p.2-10 CPUFAN, p.2-14 CPU, p.2-4 DDR3, p.2-8 JCOM1, p.2-14 SYSFAN1, p.2-14 FV1, p.2-20 Back Panel, p.2-11 SYSFAN3, p.2-14 BATT + JPWR1, p.2-10 SATA1~6, p.2-13 PCIE, p.2-23 JAUD1, p.2-16 JFP1, JFP2, p.2-15 Reset JCD1, p.2-18 JUSB1~4, p.2-15 JSP1, p.2-16 JCI1, p.2-17 J1394_1, p.2-17 RESET1, p.2-19 JBAT1, p.2-22 JTPM1, p.2-18 POWER1, p.
MS-7676 Screw Holes When you install the mainboard, you have to place the mainboard into the chassis in the correct direction. The locations of screws holes on the mainboard are shown as below. Chapter 2 BATT + The side has to toward the rear, the position for the I/O shield of the chassis. Reset Screw holes Refer above picture to install standoffs in the appropriate locations on chassis and then screw through the mainboard screw holes into the standoffs.
Hardware Setup CPU (Central Processing Unit) When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning on the computer. For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index. php?func=cpuform2 Important Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
MS-7676 CPU & Cooler Installation When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion. Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard. 2. Lift the load lever up to fully open position 3.
Hardware Setup 5. Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall. 6. Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Alignment Key 7. Secure the lever near the hook end under the retention tab. 8. Make sure the four hooks are in proper position before you install the cooler. Important • Confirm if your CPU cooler is firmly installed before turning on your system.
MS-7676 10. Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler. 11. Turn over the mainboard to confirm that the clip-ends are correctly inserted. 12. Finally, attach the CPU Fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the mainboard. Chapter 2 9. Align the holes on the mainboard with the heatsink. Push down the cooler until its four clips get wedged into the holes of the mainboard. Mainboard Hook Important • Read the CPU status in BIOS.
Hardware Setup Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=testreport DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 pin Dual-Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance the system performance.
MS-7676 Installing Memory Modules 1. The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the right orientation. 3. Manually check if the memory module has been locked in place by the DIMM slot clips at the sides. Notch Volt Important You can barely see the golden finger if the memory module is properly inserted in the DIMM slot. 2-9 Chapter 2 2. Insert the memory module vertically into the DIMM slot.
Hardware Setup Power Supply ATX 24-pin Power Connector: JPWR1 This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX 24-pin power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned. Then push down the power supply firmly into the connector. You may use the 20-pin ATX power supply as you like. If you’d like to use the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with pin 1 & pin 13. d n u ro V .
MS-7676 Back Panel (optional) IEEE 1394 Port LAN Keyboard/ Mouse VGA Port Optical S/PDIF Port Line-In RS-Out USB 2.0 Port USB 2.0 Port Mic HDMI Port USB 3.0 Port SS-Out DVI-D Port ▶ Mouse/Keyboard The standard PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard. ▶ USB 2.0 Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices. ▶ USB 3.0 Port USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices.
Hardware Setup ▶ VGA Port The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor. ▶ DVI-D Port The DVI-D (Digital Visual Interface-Digital) connector allows you to connect a LCD monitor. It provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and its display device. To connect an LCD monitor, simply plug your monitor cable into the DVI-D connector, and make sure that the other end of the cable is properly connected to your monitor (refer to your monitor manual for more information).
MS-7676 Connectors Serial ATA Connector: SATA1~6 This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device. Chapter 2 * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. SATA1_2 SATA3_4 SATA5_6 SATA1~2 (6Gb/s) supported by Intel® H67 SATA3~6 (3Gb/s) supported by Intel® H67 Important Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise, data loss may occur during transmission.
Hardware Setup Serial Port Connector: JCOM1 This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device. in P o .N S 0 T R 1 .C S 8 .D R 6 DT N . 4 SI . 2 I S d .R T n 9 . R r ou T 7 .G U 5 . SO C D 3 .D 1 Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~3 The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with +12V.
MS-7676 Front Panel Connectors: JFP1, JFP2 These connectors are for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. P o w e r r r E D Buz zer 2 .+ 8 .6 .+ 4 L .D D in E LE P rL d o e n .N w e d 7 .Po sp n 5 Su rou . 3 .G 1 ch it w d e tS rv e D s E se e L e R D .R D 9 .+ H 7 .5 . 3 .
Hardware Setup S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSP1 This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) interface for digital audio transmission. 115V d n u F ro DI .G P 1 .S CC 2 .V 3 * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. S/PDIF-Out Bracket (optional) Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. ct te e D e n o n h io P ct d e a e in et .
MS-7676 IEEE1394 Connector: J1394_1 (Optional) This connector allows you to connect the IEEE1394 device via an optional IEEE1394 bracket. Chapter 2 * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. 1394 Bracket (optional) Chassis Intrusion Connector: JCI1 This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this status and show a warning message on the screen.
Hardware Setup TPM Module connector: JTPM1 (Optional) This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) module (optional). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. d n u nd .L ro u 1 .G ro 2 G . 3 .R 4 2-18 3 in p 2 ta in a p 1 d ta pin 0 n e s & da ta pi m s & da ta a ra re s F d s & d C ad dre ss & P re s .L C d d s 3 P a d re 1 1.L C a dd et 1 .LP C a es k 9 .LP C R loc 7 .LP C C 5 .L P C 3 .LP 1 d n u nd r ro u n r e .G ro Pi we Q r ow 4 1 2 .
MS-7676 Button The mainboard provides the following buttons for you to set the computer’s function. This section will explain how to change your mainboard’s function through the use of button. This button is used to turn-on or turn-off the system. Press the button to turn-on or turn-off the system. Reset Button: RESET1 This button is used to reset the system. Press the button to reset the system.
Hardware Setup Voltage Check Point Voltage Check Point: FV1 This voltage check point set is used to measure the current CPU/ CPU_VTT/ CPU_ GFX/ DDR/ PCH voltage. CPU CPU_GFX PCH GND 7 1 CPU_VTT 1 CPU CPU_VTT CPU_GFX 7 CPU_VTT voltage: measure the current CPU_ VTT voltage with CPU_VTT point and GND point by using a multimeter. 7 CPU_GFX voltage: measure the current CPU Integrated Graphic voltage with CPU_GFX point and GND point by using a multimeter.
MS-7676 LED Status Indicators (optional) BATT + Chapter 2 Reset CPU Phase LED These LEDs indicate the current CPU power phase mode. Follow the instructions below to read. Lights Off CPU is in 1 phase power mode. CPU is in 2 phase power mode. CPU is in 3 phase power mode. CPU is in 4 phase power mode. CPU is in 5 phase power mode. CPU is in 6 phase power mode. Dual BIOS LED The Dual BIOS LED indicates the BIOS status during system power on. Follow the instructions below to read. Off: Normal.
Hardware Setup Jumper Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to keep the data of system configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear data. 1 JBAT1 1 Keep Data 1 Clear Data Important You can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off. Then return to 12 pin position.
MS-7676 Slots PCIE (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot The PCIE slot supports the PCIE interface expansion card. Chapter 2 PCIE x16 Slot PCIE x1 Slot Important When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration.
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. You may need to run the Setup program when: ■ An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP. ■ You want to change the default settings for customized features.
BIOS Setup Entering Setup Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press key to enter Setup. Press DEL to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot Menu If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button. You may also restart the system by simultaneously pressing , , and keys.
MS-7676 Control Keyboard Mouse <↑ ↓ > Description Select Item Move the cursor Select Icon/ Field Click/ Doubleclick the left button Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the previous from a submenu Click the right button <+> Increase the numeric value or make changes <-> Decrease the numeric value or make changes General Help CPU Specifications Enter Memory-Z Load optimized defaults Save Change and Reset Exit Sub-Menu If you find a right pointer sy
BIOS Setup The Main Menu ▶ Language After entering the Setup menu, you can see a “Language” button. Please click it and select the language, at your desire, for the BIOS setting first. ▶ Green Power Click “Green Power” icon to enter the menu. Use this menu to specify the power phase. ▶ Utility Click “Utility” icon to enter the menu. This menu provides the useful utility for you to live update bios and hard disk backup. ▶ OC Click “OC” icon to enter the menu.
MS-7676 Green Power Chapter 3 ▶ CPU Phase Control This item allows you to select the power phase mode to reach the best power saving function.
BIOS Setup Utility ▶ Memory Test This item is used to test installed memory. ▶ Live Update Live Update is a tool used to detect and update your BIOS online so that you don’t need to search for the correct BIOS version throughout the website. ▶ HDD Backup This item is used to backup hard disk. Hard disk store backup and restore is one of the most common and important task. It consists of backing up all the partition on image files.
MS-7676 OC Chapter 3 ▶ Current CPU / DRAM Frequency These items show the current clocks of CPU and Memory speed. Read-only. ▶ Adjust CPU Ratio This item controls the multiplier that is used to determine the internal clock speed of the processor relative to the external or motherboard clock speed. It is available only when the processor supports this function. ▶ Adjusted CPU Frequency It shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only.
BIOS Setup ▶ DRAM Ratio This setting controls the ratio of memory frequency to enable the memory to run at different frequency combinations. ▶ Adjusted DRAM Frequency It shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only. ▶ Extreme Memory Profile(X.M.P) This item is used to enable/disable the Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP). For further information please refer to Intel’s official website.
MS-7676 ▶ tRP This setting controls the number of cycles for Row Address Strobe (RAS) to be allowed to precharge. If insufficient time is allowed for the RAS to accumulate its charge before DRAM refresh, refreshing may be incomplete and DRAM may fail to retain data. This item applies only when synchronous DRAM is installed in the system. ▶ tRFC This setting determines the time RFC takes to read from and write to a memory cell.
BIOS Setup ▶ GT OverClocking This item allows you to enable/ disable the overclocking of integrated graphics. ▶ GT Ratio This setting controls the ratio of integrated graphics frequency to enable the integrated graphics to run at different frequency combinations. ▶ VDroop Control This item is used to select the VDroop control mode. ▶ CPU Vcore/ CPU IO/ DRAM Voltage/ GPU Voltage/ CPU SA/ CPU PLL Voltage/ DDR_VREF_CA_A/ DDR_VREF_CA_B/ DDR_VREF_DA_A/ DDR_VREF_DA_B/ PCH 1.
MS-7676 ▶ MEMORY-Z Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ X.M.P Support Information Press to enter the sub-menu. These items display the current status of the X.M.P support information. Read only. ▶ CPU Feature Press to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: ▶ Active Processor Cores This item allows you to select the number of active processor cores. ▶ Limit CPUID Maximum It is designed to limit the listed speed of the processor to older operating systems.
BIOS Setup ▶ OverSpeed Protection Overspeed Protection function can monitor the current CPU draws as well as its power consumption. If it exceeds a certain level, the processor automatically reduces its clock speed. If you want to overclock your CPU, set it to [Disabled]. ▶ Intel C-State C-state is a power management state that significantly reduces the power of the processor during idle. This field will appear after you installed the CPU which supports c-state technology.
MS-7676 Game Chapter 3 This menu provides several games for you to play. Simply click any icon to enter it and following the game rules to play it. Important Before you enter to the Game menu, please place the MSI Driver DVD that be included in the mainboard package into the DVD-ROM drive . This DVD provides the necessary programs for the game utility.
BIOS Setup Settings System Status ▶ System Date This allows you to set the system to the date that you want (usually the current date). The format is . day Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. month The month from Jan. through Dec. date The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys. year The year can be adjusted by users.
MS-7676 ▶ System Time This allows you to set the system time that you want (usually the current time). The time format is . ▶ SATA Port1~6 It will show the device information that you connected to the SATA connector. SATA Port1~6 are available when you connect the HDD devices to the SATA connectors on the mainboard. ▶ System Information It shows the information of your system (read only). Advance ▶ PCI Subsystem Settings Press to enter the sub-menu.
BIOS Setup ▶ Integrated Peripherals Press to enter the sub-menu. == Onboard Lan Configuration == ▶ Onboard Lan Controller1 This item allows you to enable/ disable the onboard LAN controller. ▶ LAN Option ROM This item is used to decide whether to invoke the Boot ROM of the onboard LAN. == IEEE 1394 Configuration == ▶ Onboard IEEE 1394 Controller This item allows you to enable/ disable the onboard IEEE 1394 controller.
MS-7676 ▶ VGA Share Memory The system shares memory to the onboard graphic. This setting controls the exact memory size shared to the onboard graphic. ▶ DVMT Memory Specify the size of DVMT memory to allocate for video memory. ▶ USB Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ USB Devices: This item shows the type of installed USB device. ▶ USB Controller This item allows you to enable/ disable the USB controller.
BIOS Setup ▶ H/W Monitor Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ CPU Smart Fan Target The Smart Fan function controls the CPU fan speed automatically depending on the current temperature to keep it with in a specific range. You can enable a fan target value here. If the current CPU fan temperature reaches to the target value, the smart fan function will be activated. ▶ CPU Min.Fan Speed(%) This item allows users to select how percentage of minimum speed limit for the CPU fan.
MS-7676 ▶ Wake Up Event Setup Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Resume By RTC Alarm The field is used to enable or disable the feature of booting up the system on a scheduled time/date. ▶ Date/ HH:MM:SS If Resume By RTC Alarm is set to [Enabled], the system will automatically resume (boot up) on a specific date/hour/minute/second specified in these fields (using the <+> and <-> to select the date & time settings).
BIOS Setup ▶ Select one file to Boot When the BIOS Boot function as sets to [Enabled], this item is selectable. This item allows to select particular BIOS file from the USB/ Storage (FAT/ 32 format only) drive. And the system will boot from selected BIOS file. ▶ Save BIOS to storage Please setup a specific folder in specific USB/ Storage drive to save BIOS file from BIOS ROM chip data. Note: it only supports FAT/ 32 file system drive.
MS-7676 ▶ Make U-Key at When the “U-Key” as sets to [Enabled], this item is selectable. This item allows you to specify the USB drive. ▶ Chassis Intrusion Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Multi BIOS Auto Update When “Enabled”, and the primary BIOS has failed, the system will allow the secondary BIOS to reflash the primary BIOS for booting successfully, and the screen will show the progress message as below. Multi BIOS auto update starting. Flashing...
BIOS Setup Save & Exit ▶ Discard Changes and Exit Use this item to abandon all changes and exit setup. ▶ Save Changes and Reset Use this item to save changes and reset the system. ▶ Save Changes Use this item to save changes. ▶ Discard Changes Use this item to abandon all changes. ▶ Restore Defaults Use this item to load the optimized default values set by the BIOS vendor. == Boot Override == The installed storage devices will appear on this menu, you can select one of them be a boot device.
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.
Realtek Audio Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver You need to install the HD audio driver for Realtek audio codec to function properly before you can get access to 2-, 4-, 6-, 8- channel or 7.1+2 channel audio operations. Follow the procedures described below to install the drivers for different operating systems. Installation for Windows® For Windows® XP, you must install Windows® XP Service Pack3 or later before installing the driver.
MS-7676 Software Configuration After installing the audio driver, 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. Appendix A double click the icon It is also available to enable the audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager from the Control Panel. Software panel overview The following figure describes the function of the Realtek HD Audio Manager panel.
Realtek Audio ■ 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. ■ Application Enhancement The array of options will provide you a complete guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.
MS-7676 Hardware Default Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting.
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Appendix B Intel RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and enabling RAID functionality on platforms
Intel RAID Introduction The mainboard 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 3 Gb/s. Serial ATA uses long, thin cables, making it easier to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside your PC. The most outstanding features are: 1. Supports 3 Gb/s transfers with CRC error checking. 2. Supports Hot-plug-n-play feature. 3.
MS-7676 BIOS Configuration Using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Creating, Deleting and Resetting RAID Volumes: The Serial ATA RAID volume may be configured using the RAID Configuration utility stored within the Intel RAID Option ROM. During the Power-On Self Test (POST), the following message will appear for a few seconds: Important The “Device Model”, “Serial #” and “Size” in the following example might be different from your system.
Intel RAID After pressing the and keys simultaneously, the following window will appear: ■ Create RAID Volume 1. Select option 1 “Create RAID Volume” and press key. The following screen appears. Then in the Name field, specify a RAID Volume name and then press the or key to go to the next field. 2. Use the arrow keys to select the RAID level best suited to your usage model in RAID Level.
MS-7676 3. In the Disk field, press key and the following screen appears. Use key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume, then click key to finish selection. Appendix B 4. Then select the strip value for the RAID array by using the “upper arrow” or “down arrow” keys to scroll through the available values, and pressing the key to select and advance to the next field. The available values range from 4KB to 128 KB in power of 2 increments.
Intel RAID Important Since you want to create two volumes (Intel Matrix RAID Technology), this default size (maximum) needs to be reduced. Type in a new size for the first volume. As an example: if you want the first volume to span the first half of the two disks, re-type the size to be half of what is shown by default. The second volume, when created, will automatically span the remainder of two hard drives. 6. Then the following screen appears for you to confirm if you are sure to create the RAID volume.
MS-7676 ■ Delete RAID Volume Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives will be lost. 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. Select option 2 Delete RAID Volume from the main menu window and press key to select a RAID volume for deletion. Then press key to delete the selected RAID volume. The following screen appears.
Intel RAID ■ Reset Disks to Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. The following screen appears: Press key to accept the selection. Important • You will lose all data on the RAID drives and any internal RAID structures when you perform this operation. • Possible reasons to “Reset Disks to Non-RAID” could include issues such as incompatible RAID configurations or a failed volume or failed disk.
MS-7676 ■ Recovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears: Appendix B Recovery mode will change from Continuous Update to On-Request after you enable “Only Recovery Disk” or “Only Master Disk”.
Intel RAID Installing Driver ■ New Windows 7/ Windows Vista / Windows XP Installation The following details the installation of the drivers while installing operating system. 1. When you start installing Windows XP, you may encounter a message stating, “Setup could not determine the type of one or more mass storage devices installed in your system”. If this is the case, then you are already in the right place and are ready to supply the driver.
MS-7676 ■ Existing Windows Driver Installation 1. Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. 2. The DVD will auto-run and the setup screen will appear. 3. Under the Driver tab, click on Intel RAID Drivers. 4. The drivers will be automatically installed. 2. Choose the Hardware tab, then click the Device Manager tab. 3. Click the “+” in front of the SCSI and RAID Controllers hardware type. The driver Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller should appear. B-11 Appendix B ■ Confirming Windows Driver Installation 1.
Intel RAID 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. Missing Hard Drive Member 1. Make sure the system is powered off. 2. Reconnect the hard drive. 3.
MS-7676 5. Exit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system. 6. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click ‘Yes’. 7. The Intel(R) Storage Utility 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.
