X79MA-GD45 series MS-7738 (v1.
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MS-7738 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. ◙ 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. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
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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Preface TÜRKÇE Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatırlatır: Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar gibi çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların üreticileri, cihazların kullanım süreleri bittikten sonra ürünleri geri toplamakla yükümlü olacaktır.
MS-7738 ▍ Contents Copyright Notice �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ii Trademarks ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ii Revision History �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ii Safety Instructions �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Sta
Preface UTILITIES ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 2-18 Updating the BIOS with Live Update ������������������������������������������������������������������ 2-20 SECURITY ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 2-21 Appendix A Realtek Audio �������������������������������������������������������������������������� A-1 Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver ����������
Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the X79MA-GD45 Series (MS7738 v1.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 X79MA-GD45 Series mainboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
Getting Started Packing Contents Mainboard Drivers & Utilities Disc User Guide Backplate SATA Cable Optional Accessories USB 2.0 Bracket USB 3.0 Bracket eSATA Power Cable eSATA Bracket M-Connector USB3 to USB2 Connector SATA Power Cable CrossFire Cable SLI Cable MSI MultiConnect Panel * These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased.
MS-7738 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 (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support) Chipset ■ Intel® X79 chipset Memory Support ■ 4x DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 2400*(OC)/ 2133*(OC)/ 1800*(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 DRAM (64GB Max) ■ Supports Quad-Channel mode, one DIMM per channel (*OC = OverClocking, for more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.
MS-7738 Connectors & Buttons Chapter 1 ■ Back panel - 1x PS/2 keyboard/ 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 DIMM1 DIMM4 CPUFAN1 JPWR2 DIMM2 CPU JCOLD1 DIMM3 SYSFAN2 JDLED3 Back Panel JTURBO1 JPWR1 SYSFAN1 PCI_E1 JCI1 JCOLD2 PCI_E2 SATA1/ 2 PCI_E3 SATA3~6 PCI_E4 JAUD1 JFP2/JFP1 JTPM1 JBAT1 JCOM1 1-6 JUSB3 JUSB2/JUSB1
MS-7738 Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Page LGA2011 CPU Socket CPU 1-10 ATX 24-pin Power Connector JPWR1 1-15 ATX 8-pin Power Connector JPWR2 1-15 DDR3 Memory Slots DIMM1~4 1-16 PCIe x16 Expansion Slots PCI_E1, 3 1-18 PCIe x1 Expansion Slots PCI_E2, 4 1-18 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors SATA1~2 1-24 SATA 3Gb/s Connectors SATA3~6 1-24 CPU Fan Connector CPUFAN1 1-25 System Fan Connectors SYSFAN1~2 1-25 Front Panel Connectors JFP1, JFP2 1-26 Front Panel Audio Connector JAUD1
Getting Started Back Panel Quick Guide Mouse/Keyboard LAN Coaxial S/PDIF-Out Line-In RS-Out Line-Out CS-Out Mic Optical S/PDIF-Out Clear CMOS Button USB 2.0 Port USB 2.0 Port SS-Out USB 3.0 Port ▶ Mouse/Keyboard A combination 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-7738 ▶ LAN The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN). Yellow Green/ Orange Color LED State Condition Left Yellow Off LAN link is not established. On(Steady) LAN link is established. On(flashing) The computer is communicating with another computer on the network. Off 10 Mbits/sec data rate Right Green Orange On 100 Mbits/sec data rate On 1000 Mbits/sec data rate ▶ Audio Ports These connectors are used for audio devices.
Getting Started CPU (Central Processing Unit) 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-7738 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-7738 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 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 an 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 These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 pin Quad Channel Memory This mainboard supports four memory channels when you fill all four DIMM slots. Each DIMM slot provides a single channel. The memory modules can transmit and receive data with four data bus channels simultaneously to enhance system performance.
MS-7738 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 Expansion Slots This mainboard contains numerous ports for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot 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.
MS-7738 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 CrossFireX™ (Multi-GPU) Technology AMD CrossFireX™ is a multi-GPU performance gaming platform. By linking together two or more discrete GPUs, CrossFireX™ 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 CrossFireX™ technology and make changes in the BIOS as needed.
MS-7738 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 II”. Chapter 1 5. The CrossFireX™ setting must be enabled to allow CrossFireX™ 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 an SLI Video Link. 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-7738 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 SATA Connector: SATA1~6 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). * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. SATA6 SATA5 SATA4 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 SATA1~2 (6Gb/s, by Intel® X79) SATA3~6 (3Gb/s, by Intel® X79) Important • Many SATA devices also need a power cable from the power supply.
MS-7738 Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~2 d o n u /N ro 2V or .G 1 s 1 + en . 2 .S 3 U SYSFAN2 d n u ro 2V or l .G 1 s o 1 .+ en tr 2 .S on 3 .C 4 CPUFAN1/ SYSFAN1 se Important • Please refer to your processor’s official website or consult your vendor to find recommended CPU cooling fans. • The CPUFAN1, SYSFAN1 connectors support Smart Fan Control with liner mode.
Getting Started Front Panel Connectors: JFP1, JFP2 2 .+ 8 .6 .+ 4 . 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. r ake Spe zer Buz D D in E LE P rL d o e n .N w e d 7 .
MS-7738 USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors: JUSB1/ JUSB2 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 1 .G S B1 8 U . S 6 .U C 4 VC . 2 in P nd o u + .N ro B0 9 G 0 . 7 .US B S 5 .U CC 3 .V 1 * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. USB 2.
Getting Started USB 3.0 Expansion Connector: JUSB3 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 _ DP in 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 4.U r B2 .0 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 3 _R _C _D B .P S 3 d X C 1 .U SB un T _ _ X 2 o U 3 T r . B _ 3 G S 3 d . 4 .U B n 0 5 US rou 2. 0 + .
MS-7738 TPM Module connector: JTPM1 This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. TPM module is optional Chapter 1 115V 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 P C a es k L . 9 .LP C R loc 7 .LP C C 5 .LP C 3 .LP 1 d n u d r ro un n r e .G ro Pi we Q r ow 4 1 2.G o Po IR we y p 1 0.N V ial o b 1 .5 er P nd 8 .
Getting Started Voice Genie Connector: JDLED3 (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 .R ro tro l in 11 .G on tro l p n tro 9 C . 7 .Co n B o S 5 C . 3 .5V 1 in p n l i o p tr l n n o o ntr n pi .C o Pi ol 4 in 1 2.C o tr p 1 0.N on 3 l pin 1 C C tro l . 8 .VC n ro t 6 Co n . 4 .
MS-7738 V-Check Points These voltage checkpoints 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 Jumpers Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 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 Keep Data 1 Clear Data Important You can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is off.
MS-7738 LED Status Indicators Chapter 1 CPU_PHASE LEDs DIMM_WARNINGLEDs DrMOS_ALARM LED HDD LED CPU_PHASE LEDs These LEDs will change according to CPU loading. The higher the power phase number, the more reliable the power flow to the processor. DIMM_WARNING LEDs These LEDs will light when the installed memories in DIMM2 and DIMM4 do not meet the mainboard design. DrMOS_ALARM LED This LED will light red when DrMOS overheat. HDD LED This LED will flash when every time there's a disk activity.
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-7738 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-7738 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. ▶ 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. ▶ ACPI Standby State Specifies the power saving mode for ACPI function [S1] Sleep Mode. Hardware remains on. [S3] Suspend to RAM.
MS-7738 ▶ HPET The HPET (High Precision Event Timers) is a component that is part of the chipset. You can enable it, and will provide you with the means to get to it via the various ACPI methods. ▶ USB Controller This item allows you to enable/ disable the integrated USB 2.0 controller. ▶ Legacy USB Support Enable or disable support for USB keyboards, mice and floppy drives. You will be able to use these devices with operating systems that do not support USB. ▶ Onboard USB 3.
BIOS Setup ▶ Wake Up Event Setup Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Wake Up Event By Setting to [BIOS] activates the following fields, and use the following fields to set the wake up events. Setting to [OS], the wake up events will be defined by OS. ▶ Resume By RTC Alarm The field is used to enable or disable the feature of booting up the system on a scheduled time/date.
MS-7738 ▶ Discard Changes Use this item to abandon all changes. ▶ Built-in EFI Shell Use this item to enter the EFI Shell. 2-9 Chapter 2 ▶ 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.
BIOS Setup OC 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. ▶ Internal PLL Overvoltage This item is used to adjust the PLL voltage.
MS-7738 ▶ Adjusted CPU Frequency It shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only. ▶ 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. ▶ DRAM Frequency This item allows you to adjust the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed. ▶ Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.
BIOS Setup ▶ tRFC This setting determines the time RFC takes to read from and write to a memory cell. ▶ tWR Determines minimum time interval between end of write data burst and the start of a pre-charge command. Allows sense amplifiers to restore data to cell. ▶ tWTR Determines minimum time interval between the end of write data burst and the start of a column-read command; allows I/O gating to overdrive sense amplifies before read command starts.
MS-7738 ▶ tRWSR Read-Write Same Rank. ▶ Spread Spectrum This function reduces the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) generated by modulating clock generator pulses. • If you do not have any EMI problem, leave the setting at [Disabled] for optimal system stability and performance. But if you are plagued by EMI, select the value of Spread Spectrum for EMI reduction. • The greater the Spread Spectrum value is, the greater the EMI is reduced, and the system will become less stable.
BIOS Setup ▶ OC Retry Count When overclocking has failed, setting this item to [3,5] will allow system to reboot 3/ 5 times with the same overclocked configuration. If overclocking has failed every time, the system will restore the defaults. ▶ CPU Specifications Press to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu highlights all the key features of your CPU. The information will vary by model and is read-only. You can also access this information at any time by pressing [F4].
MS-7738 ▶ Power Technology This item allows you to select the Intel Dynamic Power technology mode. ▶ C1E Support Enable system to reduce CPU power consumption while idle. Not all processors support Enhanced Halt state (C1E). ▶ Intel C-State C-state is a power management state that detects when the system is idle and lowers power consumption accordingly. ▶ Package C State limit This field allows you to select a C-state mode.
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. ▶ CPU Phase Control This item allows you to enable (Auto)/ disable (disabled) the mainboard power phase switch feature to reach the best power saving.
MS-7738 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-7738 ▶ 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). ▶ Save current UEFI rom to file 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. ▶ Select UEFI file to flash This item allows you to select a particular BIOS file from the USB/ Storage (FAT/ 32 format only) drive for updating BIOS.
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-7738 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.
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-7738 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-7738 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-7738 Using Intel RSTe 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. RAID Volumes None defined.
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-7738 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. 4. Then select the capacity of the volume in the Capacity field. The default value is the maximum volume capacity of the selected disks. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : RAID Level : Disks : Strip Size : Capacity : Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) Select Disks N/A XXX.
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-7738 ■ 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 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 1. 2. ] 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.
MS-7738 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.
Intel RAID 10. Leave the disk in the floppy drive until the system reboots itself. Windows setup will need to copy the files from the floppy again after the RAID volume is formatted, and Windows setup starts copying files. ■ 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.
MS-7738 Degraded RAID Array 2. Reconnect the hard drive. 3. Reboot the system to Windows; the rebuild will occur automatically. Failed Hard Drive Member 1. Make sure the system is powered off. 2. Replace the failed hard drive with a new one that is of equal or greater capacity. 3. Reboot the system to Intel RAID Option ROM by press and keys simultaneously during the Power-On Self Test (POST).
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.
