X79A-GD45 Plus series MS-7760 (v3.
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MS-7760 Technical Support 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. http://www.msi.com/service/download/ Contact our technical staff at: http://support.msi.com Safety Instructions ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
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.
MS-7760 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.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the X79A-GD45 Plus Series (MS-7760 v3.X) ATX mainboard. The Series mainboards are based on Intel® X79 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA2011 processor, the X79A-GD45 Plus Series mainboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
Getting Started Packing Contents Mainboard Driver / Utility DVD User Guide Back IO Shield M-Connector SLI Cable SATA Cable Optional Accessories USB 2.0 Bracket USB 3.0 Bracket CrossFire Cable * 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.
MS-7760 Assembly Precautions Important A screwdriver (not included) may be required for computer assembly. 1-3 Chapter 1 ■ 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. ■ Ensure that all components are securely connected.
Getting Started Mainboard Specifications Processor Support ■ 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processors in an LGA 2011 socket Chipset ■ Intel® X79 chipset Memory Support ■ 8x DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 2400*(OC)/ 2133*(OC)/ 1800*(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 (128GB Max) ■ Supports Quad-Channel mode, two DIMMs per channel LAN ■ Supports LAN 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Intel® 82579 Audio ■ Integrated HD audio codec by Realtek® ALC892 ■ 8-channel audio with jack sensing SATA ■ 2x SATA 6Gb/s ports (SATA1~2) by Inte
MS-7760 Connectors & Buttons & Switch Chapter 1 ■ Back panel - 1x PS/2 keyboard port - 1x PS/2 mouse port - 1x Clear CMOS button - 1x Coaxial S/PDIF-out port - 1x Optical S/PDIF-out port - 6x USB 2.0 ports - 2x USB 3.0 ports - 1x LAN port - 6x audio ports ■ On-Board - 2x USB 2.0 connectors - 1x USB 3.
Getting Started Connectors Quick Guide JPWR2 CPUFAN1 CPU1 DIMM1~4 SYSFAN2 SYSFAN3 DIMM5~8 Back Panel JTURBO1 JPWR1 JCOLD1, JCOLD2 SYSFAN4 MULTI_BIOS_SWITCH PCI_E1 SATA1/ 2 SATA3/ 4 PCI_E3 SATA5/ 6 JCI1 BATT + PCI_E2 SYSFAN1 PCI_E4 JPWR3 PCI_E5 JBAT1 PCI_E6 JUSB3 JAUD1 JUSB1 JUSB2 JCOM1 JFP1 JTPM1 JFP2 JDLED3 OC1 POWER1 1-6
MS-7760 Connectors Reference Guide Port Type Page Back Panel I/O Ports 1-8 CPU1 LGA2011 CPU Socket 1-10 CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~4 Fan Power Connectors 1-27 DIMM1~8 DDR3 Memory Slots 1-16 JAUD1 Front Panel Audio Connector 1-31 JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper 1-36 JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 1-30 JCOLD1, JCOLD2 Low Temperature Booting Jumpers 1-36 JCOM1 Serial Port Connector 1-32 JDLED3 Voice Genie Connector 1-32 JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors 1-28 JPWR1 ATX 24-pin Power Connector
Getting Started Back Panel Quick Guide Clear CMOS button Mouse Coaxial S/PDIF-Out USB 2.0 Port LAN Line-In RS-Out Line-Out CS-Out Mic Keyboard Optical S/PDIF-Out SS-Out USB 3.0 Port ▶ Mouse/Keyboard The PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard. ▶ Clear CMOS Button There is CMOS RAM present on board that is powered by an external battery to store system configuration data.
MS-7760 ▶ LAN The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN). Color LED State Condition Left Yellow Off LAN link is not established. On(steady) LAN link is established. Right Green/ Orange On(flashing) The computer is communicating with another computer on the network. Green Off 10 Mbits/sec data rate On 100 Mbits/sec data rate Orange On 1000 Mbits/sec data rate Chapter 1 LED Yellow ▶ Audio Ports These connectors are used for audio devices.
Getting Started CPU1: LGA2011 CPU Socket Introduction to the LGA2011 CPU The surface of the LGA2011 CPU has four alignment keys and a yellow triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for mainboard placement. The yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator. Alignment Key Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator Important Overheating Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and mainboard. Always make sure the cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
MS-7760 CPU & Cooler Installation When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU cooler. A CPU cooler is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and CPU cooler installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the mainboard. 2. Open active lever. Hinge lever Active lever Interlock 3. Open the load plate by pushing down on the hinge lever. 4.
Getting Started 5. Line up the CPU to fit the CPU socket. Be sure to hold the CPU by the base with the metal contacts facing downward. The alignment keys on the CPU will line up with the edges of the CPU socket to ensure a correct fit. 6. Carefully close the load plate and remove the plastic protective cap. Alignment Key 7. Close the active lever with a smooth uniform motion and latch to the socket. 8. Close the hinge lever with a smooth uniform motion and latch to the socket.
MS-7760 9. Evenly spread a thin layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) on the top of the CPU. This will help in heat dissipation and prevent CPU overheating. 10. Locate the CPU fan connector on the mainboard. Thermal paste Chapter 1 CPUFAN1 BATT + 11. Place the heatsink on the mainboard with the fan’s wires facing towards the fan connector and the screws matching the holes on the socket. 12. Using a screwdriver tighten the four captive screws (9 inch-pounds). 13.
Getting Started Mounting Screw Holes When installing the mainboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for a mainboard 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 mainboard package. The I/O backplate should snap easily into the computer case without the need for any screws.
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Getting Started Memory DIMM1~8: DDR3 Memory Slots 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 BATT + DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5 Up to Quad-Channel mode This mainboard supports up to four memory channels. Two DIMM slots provide a single channel. The memory modules can transmit and receive data with four data bus channels simultaneously to enhance system performance.
MS-7760 Installing Memory Modules 1. Unlock the DIMM slot by pushing the mounting clip to the side. Vertically insert the memory module into the DIMM slot. The memory module has an off-center notch on the bottom that will only allow it to fit one way into the DIMM slot. 3. Manually check if the memory module has been locked in place by the DIMM slot’s side clip. Notch Volt 1-17 Chapter 1 2. Push the memory module deep into the DIMM slot.
Getting Started Suggestions for Multi-Channel mode population rule Dual-Channel mode Installed DIMMs (2 memory modules) DIMM1, DIMM3 or DIMM1, DIMM5 or DIMM1, DIMM7 Diagram DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5 DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5 DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5 or or Triple-Channel mode Installed DIMMs (3 memory modules) DIMM1, DIMM3, DIMM5 or DIMM1, DIMM5, DIMM7 or DIMM1, DIMM3, DIMM7 Diagram DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM
MS-7760 Quad-Channel mode Installed DIMMs (4 memory modules) Installed DIMMs (8 memory modules) DIMM1, DIMM2, DIMM3, DIMM4, DIMM5, DIMM6, DIMM7, DIMM8 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Chapter 1 DIMM1, DIMM3, DIMM5, DIMM7 Diagram DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5 Diagram DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5 Important • To ensure system stability for multi-channel mode (Dual/ Triple/ Quad channel mode), memory modules must be of the same type, number and density.
Getting Started Expansion Slots This mainboard contains numerous ports for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCI_E1~E6: PCIe Expansion Slot The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 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.
MS-7760 Video/ Graphics Cards If available, this mainboard takes advantage of the CPU’s integrate graphics processor, but discrete video cards can be installed by way of the mainboard’s expansion slots. Adding on one or more discrete video cards will significantly boost the system’s graphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. 1. Determine what type of expansion slot(s) the video card will use. Locate the expansion slot(s) on the mainboard.
Getting Started AMD CrossFire™ (Multi-GPU) Technology AMD CrossFire™ is a multi-GPU performance gaming platform. By linking together two or more discrete GPUs, CrossFire™ can significant improve system graphics performance. It allows the ability to scale a system’s graphics power as needed, making it the most scalable gaming platform. This mainboard will automatically detect CrossFire™ technology and make changes in the BIOS as needed.
MS-7760 3. 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. 4. After all of the hardware and software has been properly installed, reboot the system. After entering the operating system (OS), right click on the desktop and choose the “Catalyst Control Center”. Chapter 1 5. The CrossFire™ setting must be enabled to allow CrossFire™ mode to operate.
Getting Started 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 a SLI Video Link card. If you intend to use SLI mode, please follow the instructions below to properly set up SLI mode. The instructions below are meant for a two video card SLI configuration. 1.
MS-7760 4. After all of the hardware and software has been properly installed, reboot the system. After entering the operating system (OS), right click on the desktop and choose the “NVIDIA Control Panel”. Chapter 1 5. Enter the NVIDIA Control Panel. Choose the “Maximize 3D Performance” setting to enable SLI mode. The configuration screen is shown below. Depending on your operating system, the screen may look different.
Getting Started Internal Connectors SATA1~6: SATA Connector 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). BATT + * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. SATA4 SATA3 SATA1~2 (6Gb/s) SATA2 SATA1 SATA3~6 (3Gb/s) SATA6 SATA5 Important • Many SATA devices also need a power cable from the power supply.
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Getting Started JFP1, JFP2: Front 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 enclosed mConnectors to simplify installation. Plug all the wires from the computer case into the mConnectors and then plug the mConnectors into the mainboard. Spe ake r zer 2 .+ 8 . 6 .+ 4 . Buz D D in E LE P rL d o e n .N w e d 7 .
MS-7760 JUSB2, JUSB3: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others. 115V Chapter 1 d C un + .N o 1 0 r B 11 .G 8 S B .U S 6 .U C 4 VC . 2 in P nd o u + .N ro 0 9 .G B 07 .US B S 5 .U CC 3 .V 1 BATT + * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. USB 2.
Getting Started JUSB1: 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). 115V N D _ P in D N P r X _ D o e _R X _ P C D .N w 3 R _ _ 0 o B _ 2 .P S B3 nd X _C T 9 1 8.U US ou _ TX 1 7. Gr B3 _ 1 6. S B3 nd 1 .U S u .0 + o 5 1 .U r B2 .0 4 1 3.G S B2 1 2.U S 1 1.U 1 N D _ DP N r X _ D e R X _ P w _ o B3 _R _C _D .P S 3 d X C 1 .U SB un T _ 2 .U ro 3_ TX 3 .G SB 3_ d 4 .U B n 0 5 US rou 2. 0 + . B .
MS-7760 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. Chapter 1 ct te e D e n o n h io P ct d e a e in et .H P D 0 o 1 .N IC d 8 M . C n 6 .N ou 4 r 2 .G io n L e D n o N h E R P _S ne d o a E h e NS P .H E d 9 .S a R 7 .He IC L 5 M IC . 3 .
Getting Started 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. in P o .N S 0 T R 1 .C S 8 D R . 6 T .D 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 BATT + JDLED3: Voice Genie Connector (optional) This connector is used to link to the voice control module (optional). Please refer to its user guide for more details and usages. in p d n d u rve ro se d in p .G e n l in u p 3 1 1.
MS-7760 Voltage Check Point Lite These voltage checkpoint are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages. To check the voltage, set the voltmeter switch to “DC”, put the positive lead (red) on the postivtive point of the voltage source point and the negative lead (black) on the GND (ground) point. The following table describes the voltage check points.
Getting Started Buttons The mainboard has numerous on-board buttons to control various functions. This section will explain how to change your mainboard’s functions through the use of these on-board buttons. OC1: OC Genie Button This button is used to automatically overclock the system. Press this button once while the system is off to enable OC Genie. The button will lock remain depressed until it is pushed again to disable OC Genie.
MS-7760 POWER1: Power Button This button is use to turn-on and turn-off the system. Press the button once to turn-on or turn-off the system.
Getting Started Jumpers JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the mainboard 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. 1 BATT + Keep Data 1 Clear Data Important You can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is off.
MS-7760 Switch MULTI_BIOS_SWITCH: Multi BIOS Switch A BATT + B BIOS recovery using the M-flash utility: 1. Ensure that the system is switched off. 2. Boot up the system with the operational BIOS ROM by switching the Multi-BIOS switch. 3. Enter the BIOS setup → Utilities → M-Flash → Save BIOS to storage and then save the file to a bootable USB pen drive (root folder). 4. Switch back to the BIOS ROM that needs to be recovered. 5.
Getting Started LED Status Indicators CPU_PHASE CHD_DIMM_WARNING DDR_PHASE CHB_DIMM_WARNING CPU_IO_PHASE BATT + HDD_LED 1-38 DrMOS_ALARM
MS-7760 CPU_PHASE These LEDs will change according to CPU loading. The higher the power phase number, the more reliable the power flow to the processor. CPU_IO_PHASE Chapter 1 These LEDs indicate the current CPU I/O power phase mode. DrMOS_ALARM This LED will light when DrMOS overheat. DDR_PHASE These LEDs indicate the current memory power phase mode. HDD_LED This LED will flash whenever there's a hard disk activity.
Getting Started 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 mainbaord comes with a Driver Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your mainboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide. You can protect your computer from viruses by installing the bundled security program. The bundle also includes a variety of powerful and creative utilities.
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup CLICK BIOS II 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. Users can import and export parameter data for backup or for sharing with friends.
BIOS Setup Entering Power on the computer and the system will start the Power On Self Test (POST) process. When the message below appears on the screen, please key to enter CLICK BIOS II: Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot Menu If the message disappears before you respond and you still need to enter CLICK BIOS II, restart the system by turning the computer OFF then back ON or pressing the RESET button.
MS-7760 Boot device priority bar This bar shows the priority of the boot devices. The lighted icons indicate that the devices are available. High priority Low priority Click and draw the icon to left or right to specify the boot priority.
BIOS Setup Operation CLICK BIOS II allows you to control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations.
MS-7760 SETTINGS Chapter 2 System Status ▶ System Date This allows you to set the system 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. ▶ System Time This allows you to set the system time that you want (usually the current time).
BIOS Setup Advanced ▶ PCI Subsystem Settings Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ PCIE GEN3 This item enables (Auto)/ disables (Disabled) the PCIe 3.0. ▶ PCI Latency Timer Controls how long each PCI device can hold the bus before another takes over. When set to higher values, every PCI device can conduct transactions for a longer time and thus improve the effective PCI bandwidth. ▶ ACPI Settings Press to enter the sub-menu.
MS-7760 Important • Windows XP is not natively supported to be installed in the storage device with AHCI mode. If you still prefer to install Windows XP as the operating system, please refer to Appendix Install Windows XP Notes. • You cannot switch between AHCI and IDE if you already have your operating system installed. ▶ SATA1~6 Hot Plug These items are used to enable/ disable the SATA ports hot plug support. ▶ HPET The HPET (High Precision Event Timers) is a component that is part of the chipset.
BIOS Setup ▶ SYS Fan1/ 2/ 3/ 4 Control These items allow user to select how much percentage of speed for the SYSFAN1/ 2/ 3/ 4. ▶ CPU/ System Temperature, CPU FAN/ SYS FAN 1/ 2/ 3/ 4 Speed These items show the current status of all of the monitored hardware devices/ components such as CPU temperature/ system temperature and all fans’ speeds. ▶ Power Management Setup Press to enter the sub-menu.
MS-7760 ▶ 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). ▶ Resume By PCI-E Device When set to [Enabled], the feature allows your system to be awakened from the power saving modes through any event on PCIe device.
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.
MS-7760 OC Chapter 2 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. ▶ Current CPU/ DRAM Frequency These items show the current clocks of CPU and Memory speed. Read-only. ▶ CPU Base Clock (MHz) This item allows you to set the CPU Base clock (in MHz).
BIOS Setup ▶ Adjusted CPU Frequency It shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only. ▶ Adjust CPU Ratio in OS Enable this item to allow CPU ratio changes in the OS by using MSI Control Center. ▶ Internal PLL Overvoltage This item is used to adjust the PLL voltage. ▶ EIST Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the performance level of the microprocessor whether the computer is running on battery or AC power. This field only appears with installed CPUs that support this technology.
MS-7760 ▶ Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P) This item is used to enable/disable the Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) when OC Genie is started. ▶ My OC Genie Intel C-State This item is used to enable/disable the Intel C-State when OC Genie is started. ▶ My OC Genie Package C State limit This field allows you to specific the C-state mode for OC Genie function. ▶ My OC Genie Long duration power limit This field allows you to customize Long duration power limit for OC Genie function.
BIOS Setup ▶ Hybrid Digital Power Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ CPU Core Vdroop Offset Control This item is used to select the offset level of CPU core voltage when the CPU core voltage droops from full-/ over-loading of CPU. Higher offset percentage will be more helpful for extreme overclocking. [Auto] is the default for higher power efficiency.
MS-7760 ▶ Overclocking Profiles Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Give a name by typing in this item. ▶ Save Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Save the current overclocking settings to ROM for selected profile. Chapter 2 ▶ Load/ Clear Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Load/ Clear the stored profile settings from ROM.
BIOS Setup ▶ Hyper-Threading Technology The processor uses Hyper-Threading technology to increase transaction rates and reduces end-user response times. The technology treats the two cores inside the processor as two logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. If you disable the function, the processor will use only one core to execute the instructions.
MS-7760 ▶ Short duration power limit (W) This field allows you to adjust the TDP power limit for the short duration. ▶ Primary plane turbo power limit (W) These fields allow you to adjust the TDP limit for the primary plane turbo. ▶ 1/2/3/4-Core Ratio Limit These fields show the 1/2/3/4 core ratio limit of CPU.
BIOS Setup ECO Important Once you click the “ECO” button in the pre-set area, some items in ECO menu will be fixed and un-adjustable. ▶ EuP 2013 Energy Using Products Lot 6 2013 (EUP) reduces power consumption when system is off or in standby mode. Note: When enabled, the system will not support RTC wake up event functions.
MS-7760 BROWSER Please install the MSI "Winki" application first in the Windows operating system with the MSI Driver Disc before using the browser. Then you can click the BROWSER to access the Internet, e-mail and instant messaging. Chapter 2 Installing Winki To install Winki, follow the steps below: 1. Power on your computer and enter Windows operating system. 2. Insert MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. The setup screen will automatically appear. 3. Click Driver tab. 4. Click OTHERS button. 5.
BIOS Setup UTILITIES ▶ HDD Backup Hard disk storage backups and restoring is one of the most common and important tasks. Use this utility to create an image of your HDD partitions and re-load them when necessary. Important The HDD Backup can’t back up (/restore) image to (/from) a partition where itself was installed, so it’s strongly recommended to divide HDD into 2 partitions at least (1st for OS; 2nd for data). For HDD with single partition only, the requirements for HDD Backup are: 1.
MS-7760 ▶ M-Flash ▶ BIOS Boot Function This allows you to enable/ disable the system to boot from the BIOS file inside USB drive (FAT/ 32 format only). ▶ 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.
BIOS Setup Updating the BIOS with Live Update This section tells you how to update the BIOS by using the Live Update utility before entering Operating System. Live Update will update the BIOS automatically when connecting to the Internet. To update the BIOS with the Live Update utility: 1. Click Live Update button installed). on the BIOS UTILITIES menu. (The Winki must be 2. Setup the connection by click the setting button 3. Click the next button if necessary. . 4.
MS-7760 SECURITY Chapter 2 ▶ Administrator Password Set the administrative password that will be required to enter the BIOS. ▶ User Password Set the user password that will be required to enter the operating system. Important When selecting the Administrative / User Password items, a password box will appear on the screen. Type the password then press . The password typed now will replace any previous set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to confirm the password.
BIOS Setup ▶ TPM SUPPORT Setting the option to [Yes] enables TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to the system. ▶ TPM State This item allows you to enable/ disable TPM State. ▶ Chassis Intrusion Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Chassis Intrusion Enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status and issuing a warning message if opened. To clear the warning logs, set the field to [Reset]. The setting of the field will return to [Enabled] later.
Appendix A Realtek Audio The Realtek audio provides 8-channel DAC. To achieve the 8-channel sound effect, the 7th and 8th channels must be plugged into the output on the front panel. The section will tell you how to install driver and use the software.
Realtek Audio 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. 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.
MS-7760 ■ 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.
Realtek Audio 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 and accelerating system on platforms
Intel RAID Introduction The mainboard comes with the Intel RAID controller that allows you to configure SATA hard drives as RAID sets. Intel® RAID controller offers RAID level 0 (Striping), RAID level 1 (Mirroring and Duplexing), RAID level 5 (Block Interleaved Distributed Parity), RAID level 10 (A Stripe of Mirrors). RAID 0 breaks the data into blocks which are written to separate hard drives. Spreading the hard drive I/O load across independent channels greatly improves I/O performance.
MS-7760 Using Intel RSTe Option ROM The RSTe (Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise) Option ROM should be integrated with the system BIOS on all mainboards with a supported Intel chipset. The Intel RSTe Option ROM is the Intel RAID implementation and provides BIOS and DOS disk services. Please use + keys to enter the “Intel® RAID for Serial ATA” status screen, which should appear early in system boot-up, during the POST (Power-On Self Test).
Intel RAID After pressing the and keys simultaneously, the following window will appear: [ [ MAIN MAIN MENU ] ] 1. 2. 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID Create RAID Volume 4. Exit Delete RAID Volume [ DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION ] RAID Volumes : None defined. Physical Devices : Port Device Model 1 XXXX-XXXXXXXX 2 XXXX-XXXXXXXX [ ↑↓] - Select Serial # XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX [ESC] - Exit Size Type/Status (Vol ID) XXX.XGB Non-RAID Disk XXX.
MS-7760 2. In the Disk field, press key and use key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume, then click key to finish selection. This field will become available according to the selected RAID level. 3. Then select the strip size 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.
Intel RAID 5. Go to the Create Volume field and press , the following screen appears for you to confirm if you are sure to create the RAID volume. Press to continue. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : RAID Level : Disks : Strip Size : Capacity : Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) Select Disks N/A XXX.X GB Create Volume WARNING : ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want[ toHELP create] this volume? (Y / N) : Press ENTER to create the specified volume.
MS-7760 ■ 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 RSTe Option ROM, your system will become un-bootable. Select option 2 Delete RAID Volume from the main menu screen 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: [ MAIN MENU ] 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID Create RAID Volume 4. ] Recovery Volume Options Delete RAID Volume [ RESET RAID DATA 5. remove Exit its RAID structures Resetting RAID disk will VOLUME INFORMATION and revert [ it DISK to a / non-RAID disk. ] 1. 2.
MS-7760 Installing Driver ■ OS Support Intel RSTe driver supports following OS: • Windows XP 64 bit only. • Windows 7 32 bit and 64 bit. • Windows Server 2008 SP2 32 bit and 64 bit. • Windows Server 2008 R2 64 bit only • Windows Server 2003. ■ New Windows Installation The following details the installation of the drivers while installing operating system. 1.
Intel RAID ■ Existing Windows Driver Installation 1. Insert the MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. 2. The setup screen will automatically appear. 3. Under the Driver tab, click on Intel RAID Drivers. 4. The drivers will be automatically installed. ■ Confirming Windows Driver Installation 1. From Windows, open the Control Panel from My Computer followed by the System icon. 2. Choose the Hardware tab, then click the Device Manager tab. 3.
MS-7760 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.
Intel RAID 5. Exit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system. 6. Run Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise application. The control panel will display the current status of rebuilding process.
Appendix C Install Windows XP Notes This chapter describes how to install Windows XP with IDE mode.
Install Windows XP Notes Installing Windows XP with IDE Mode You will fail and encounter a blue screen while installing Windows XP, because it is not natively supported to be installed in the storage device with AHCI mode. If you still prefer to install Windows XP as the operating system, please change the BIOS item as below. 1. Refer to Chapter 2 to access BIOS. 2. Go to SETTINGS → Integrated Peripherals → SATA Mode. 3. Set this item to IDE mode. 4. Go to SETTINGS → Save & Exit → Save changes and reboot.
