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Z68A-G43 (G3)/ Z68S-G43 (G3) series MS-7750 (v1.
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Preface Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice. Trademarks All trademarks in this manual are properties of their respective owners. ￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭￭ MSI® is registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co.
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MS-7750 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.
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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-7750 Battery Information European Union: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations. For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected separately for recycling or special disposal.
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Preface WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement ENGLISH To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that...
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MS-7750 ESPAÑOL MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda: NEDERLANDS Om het milieu te beschermen, wil MSI u eraan herinneren dat…. De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU) met betrekking tot Vervuiling van Electrische en Electronische producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in zal gaan kunnen niet meer beschouwd worden als vervuiling. Fabrikanten van dit soort producten worden verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het eind van hun levenscyclus.
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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.
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MS-7750 ▍ Contents Copyright Notice �� ii Trademarks �� ii Revision History �� ii Safety Instructions ��iii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Sta
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Preface Updating the BIOS with Live Update �� 2-19 SECURITY �� 2-20 Appendix A Realtek Audio �� A-1 Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver ��A-2 Software Configuration ��
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Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the Z68A-G43 (G3)/ Z68S-G43 (G3) Series (MS-7750 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The Series mainboards are based on Intel® Z68 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1155 processor, the Series mainboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
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Getting Started Packing Contents Mainboard Driver / Utility DVD User Guide Back IO Shield S/PDIF Out Bracket SATA Power Cable SATA Cable Optional Accessories USB 2.0 Bracket USB 3.0 Bracket CrossFire Cable M-Connector * 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.
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MS-7750 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.
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Getting Started Mainboard Specifications Processor Support ■ Intel® CoreTM i7/ CoreTM i5 /CoreTM i3/ Pentium®/ Celeron® processors for the LGA1155 package (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support) Chipset ■ Intel® Z68 (B3) chipset Memory Support ■ 4x DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 2133*(OC)/ 1866*(OC)/ 1600*(OC)/ 1333/ 1066 DRAM (32GB Max) ■ Supports Dual-Channel mode (*OC = OverClocking, for more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.
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MS-7750 Connectors Slots ■ 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E2) ■ 1x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (PCI_E4, it supports up to x4 speed) ■ 2x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots - Only 1x PCIe x1 (PCI_E1 or PCI_E3) slot can be used at a time due to chipset bandwidth limitation. Using the PCI_E1 slot is recommended. ■ 3x PCI slots Form Factor ■ ATX (22.0 cm X 30.5 cm) Mounting Screw Holes ■ 6x mounting holes 1-5 Chapter 1 ■ Back panel - 1x PS/2 keyboard port - 1x PS/2 mouse port - 2x USB 3.0 ports & 4x USB 2.
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Getting Started Connectors Quick Guide JPWR2 SYSFAN4 CPU SYSFAN2 CPUFAN1 SYSFAN3 DIMM1~4 Back Panel JPWR1 SYSFAN1 PCI_E1 JBAT1 PCI_E2 JFP1/JFP2 PCI_E3 PCI 1 SATA PCI_E4 PCI 2 PCI 3 JCI1 JAUD1 JSP1 JUSB1~4 JTPM1 JCOM1 JLPT1 1-6
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MS-7750 Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Page LGA 1155 CPU Socket CPU 1-10 ATX 24-pin Power Connector JPWR1 1-15 ATX 4-pin Power Connector JPWR2 1-15 DDR3 Memory Slots DIMM1~4 1-16 PCIe x16 Expansion Slots PCI_E2, 4 1-18 PCIe x1 Expansion Slots PCI_E1, 3 1-18 PCI Expansion Slots PCI 1, 2, 3 1-18 Serial ATA Connector SATA1~6 1-22 CPU Fan Power Connectors CPUFAN1 1-23 System Fan Power Connectors SYSFAN1~4 1-23 Front Panel Connectors JFP1, JFP2 1-24 Front Panel Audio Con
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Getting Started Back Panel Quick Guide Z68A-G43 (G3) LAN Mouse VGA Port Line-In USB 3.0 Port RS-Out Line-Out CS-Out Mic Keyboard USB 2.0 Port USB 2.0 Port SS-Out DVI-D Port Z68S-G43 (G3) LAN Mouse VGA Port Line-In Line-In USB 2.0 Port Line-Out Line-Out Mic Mic Keyboard USB 2.0 Port USB 2.0 Port 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 2.0 port is for attaching USB 2.
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MS-7750 ▶ 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 ▶ VGA Port The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
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Getting Started CPU (Central Processing Unit) Introduction to the LGA 1155 CPU The surface of the LGA 1155 CPU has two 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 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.
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MS-7750 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. The loading plate should automatically lift up as the loading lever is pushed to the fully open position. Do not touch any of the CPU socket pins. 3. Line up the CPU to fit the CPU socket.
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Getting Started 5. Inspect the CPU to check if it is properly seated in the socket. Press the loading lever down and lock it under the retention tab. 6. 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. 7. Locate the CPU fan connector on the mainboard. 8. Place the heatsink on the mainboard with the fan’s wires facing towards the fan connector and the hooks matching the holes on the mainboard.
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MS-7750 9. Push down on the heatsink until the four clips get wedged into the holes on the mainboard. Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler. As each hook locks into position a click should be heard. 10. Inspect the mainboard to ensure that the clip-ends have been properly locked in place. Chapter 1 Mainboard Hook 11. Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the mainboard. Important • Do not touch the CPU socket pins.
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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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MS-7750 Power Supply ATX 24-pin Power Connector: JPWR1 d n u ro V .G 5 V 4 2 3.+ +5 V d 2 2. +5 s un d 2 . e o n d 1 2 .R Gr ou n # 0 2 9. Gr rou ON d - n 1 8. 1 7.G PS ou 1 6. Gr 2V V 1 5. 1 .3 1 4.- +3 1 3. 1 V .3 3 V .+ 2 V 2 1 2 1 1.+ +1 B OK 1 0. VS R nd 1 5 W u . d 9 P ro . 8 .G 5V un d 7 .+ ro 6 .G 5V un 5 .+ ro 3V 4 .G . V 3 .+3 3.3 2 .+ 1 ATX 4-pin Power Connector: JPWR2 This connector provides 12V power to the CPU. d n u d ro un .G ro 1 .G 2 V 2 1 V .+ 2 3 .
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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 Dual-Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus channels simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance system performance.
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MS-7750 Installing Memory Modules 1. Unlock the DIMM slot by pushing the mounting clips 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 clips. Notch Volt 1-17 Chapter 1 2. Push the memory module deep into the DIMM slot.
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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 x16 Slot PCIe x1 Slot PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot The PCI slot supports additional LAN, SCSI, USB, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.
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MS-7750 PCI Interrupt Request Routing IRQ, or interrupt request lines, are hardware lines over which devices can send interrupt requests to the processor.
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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.
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MS-7750 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 CrossFireX™ setting must be enabled to allow CrossFireX™ mode to operate.
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Getting Started Internal 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. Serial ATA 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. SATA5 SATA3 SATA6 SATA1 SATA4 SATA1~2 (6Gb/s) SATA3~6 (3Gb/s) SATA2 Important • Many Serial ATA devices also need a power cable from the power supply.
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MS-7750 Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~4 d o n u /N ro 2V or .G 1 s 1 + en . 2 .S 3 U se SYSFAN2~4 d n u ro 2V or .G 1 s e 1 .+ en us 2 .S o 3 .N 4 SYSFAN1 d n u ro 2V or l .G 1 s o 1 .+ en tr 2 .S on 3 .C 4 CPUFAN1 Important • Please refer to your processor’s official website or consult your vendor to find recommended CPU cooling fans. • The CPUFAN1 connector supports Smart fan control.
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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 .Po sp n 5 .
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MS-7750 USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors: JUSB1~4 This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others. Chapter 1 115V d C un + .N o 1 0 r B 1 .G S B1 8 .U S 6 .U C 4 VC . 2 in P d n o u + .N ro 0 9 .G B 07 .US B S 5 .U CC 3 .V 1 * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only. USB Bracket (optional) Important Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.
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Getting Started Chassis Intrusion Connector: JCI1 This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the computer case is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this intrusion and a warning message will flash on screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record. d n u RU ro T .G IN 2 .C 1 TPM Module connector: JTPM1 (optional) This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module).
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MS-7750 Parallel Port Header: JLPT1 This connector is used to connect an optional parallel port bracket. The parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode. T C L Y .S 5 E S 2 3.P U K# 7 2 1.B C ND 6 2 9.A R ND 5 1 .P R ND 4 7 1 5.P R ND 1 .P R D3 2 3 1 .P N D 1 11 .PR RN D 0 9 P N D . 7 .PR N B# 5 R ST P . 3 .R 1 Chapter 1 in P d o un d .N ro un d 6 2 4.G ro un d 2 2.G ro un d 2 .G ro un d 0 2 .G r o u n d 8 # 1 6 .
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Getting Started Jumper 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.
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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.
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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.
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MS-7750 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.
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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.
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MS-7750 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).
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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.
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MS-7750 ▶ Integrated Graphics Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu. Chapter 2 ▶ Virtu Technology Enable or Disable Virtu GPU Switching Technology (if supported).
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BIOS Setup ▶ Parallel(LPT) Port Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Parallel (LPT) Port This item allows you to enable/ disable the parallel port. ▶ Parallel (LPT) Port Settings Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the parallel port. ▶ Device Mode Select a device mode for parallel port. ▶ Hardware Monitor Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ CPU Smart Fan Target Controls CPU fan speed automatically depending on the current temperature and to keep it with a specific range.
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MS-7750 ▶ 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 From S3 by USB Device The item allows the activity of the USB device to wake up the system from S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state.
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BIOS Setup Boot ▶ Full Screen Logo Display This item enables this system to show the company logo on the boot-up screen. [Enabled] Shows a still image (logo) on the full screen at boot. [Disabled] Shows the POST messages at boot. == Boot Option Priorities== ▶ 1st~8th Boot These items are used to prioritize the installed boot devices. ▶ USB KEY Drive BBS Priorities/ UEFI Boot Drive BBS Priorities ▶ 1st~8th Boot These items are used to prioritize the installed USB key drives/ UEFI boot drives.
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MS-7750 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 Frequency [10KHz] Allows you to set the CPU Base clock (in 10KHz increments).
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BIOS Setup ▶ 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. ▶ Intel Turbo Boost Enables or disables Intel Turbo Boost which automatically boosts CPU performance above rated specifications (when applications requests the highest performance state of the processor).
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MS-7750 ▶ 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. ▶ tRRD Specifies the active-to-active delay of different banks. ▶ tRTP Time interval between a read and a precharge command. ▶ tFAW This item is used to set the tFAW (four activate window delay) timing.
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BIOS Setup • The greater the Spread Spectrum value is, the greater the EMI is reduced, and the system will become less stable. For the most suitable Spread Spectrum value, please consult your local EMI regulation. • Remember to disable Spread Spectrum if you are overclocking because even a slight jitter can introduce a temporary boost in clock speed which may just cause your overclocked processor to lock up. ▶ DRAM Voltage This item is used to adjust the memory voltage.
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MS-7750 ▶ Limit CPUID Maximum It is designed to limit the listed speed of the processor to older operating systems. ▶ Execute Disable Bit Can prevent certain classes of malicious “buffer overflow” attacks where worms can try to execute code to damage your system. It is recommended you keep this enabled always. ▶ Intel VT-D Tech This item is used to enable/disable the Intel VT-D technology. For further information please refer to Intel’s official website.
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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. ▶ C1E Support To enable this item to reduce the CPU power consumption while idle. Not all processors support Enhanced Halt state (C1E).
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MS-7750 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.
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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. ▶ Live Update This tool can detect and update your BIOS online so that you won’t need to spend time searching manually. Important HDD Backup and Live Update request Winki, please install the "Winki" software application from MSI Driver Disc in Windows first.
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MS-7750 ▶ Select one file to update BIOS This item allows you to select a particular BIOS file from the USB/ Storage (FAT/ 32 format only) drive for updating BIOS. Updating the BIOS with Live Update 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. Live Update will automatically detect the version of BIOS and download the appropriate file. 5.
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BIOS Setup SECURITY ▶ 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.
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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.
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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.
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MS-7750 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.
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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.
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MS-7750 Hardware Default Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting.
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Realtek Audio ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 6-channel speakers diagram Fro nt Cen ■ ter ubw Rea oof r er Backpanel audio jacks to 8-channel speakers diagram Fro nt Cen ter S id A-6 &S &S eS ubw urro Rea oof er und r
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Appendix B Intel RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and enabling RAID functionality and accelerating system on platforms
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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 6 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 or 6 Gb/s transfers with CRC error checking. 2. Supports Hot-plug-n-play feature. 3.
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MS-7750 BIOS Configuration Using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology 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.
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Intel RAID After pressing the and keys simultaneously, the following window will appear: [ [ MAIN MAIN MENU ] ] 1. 2. 3. 4. Recovery Volume Options Create RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options Delete RAID Volume 6. Exit Reset Disks to Non-RAID [ 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.
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MS-7750 3. 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. 5. 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 : Sync : Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) Select Disks N/A XXX.
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Intel RAID 6. 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 : Sync : Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) Select Disks N/A XXX.X GB N/A 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.
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MS-7750 ■ 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 screen and press key to select a RAID volume for deletion. Then press key to delete the selected RAID volume. The following screen appears.
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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. ] 4. Recovery Volume Options 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.
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MS-7750 ■ Recovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears: [ RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS ] Enable Only Recovery Disk Enable Only Master Disk Appendix B 1. 2. [ HELP ] Enable Only Recovery Disk - enables recovery disk if available and disables master disk. Enable Only Master Disk - enables master disk if available and disables recovery disk. Actions will result in change from Continuous Update mode to On-Request.
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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.
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MS-7750 ■ 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.
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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.
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MS-7750 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 Rapid Storage Technology application will be launched. Right-click the new hard drive and select ‘Rebuild to this Disk’. The ‘Rebuild Wizard’ will be launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard drive.
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Intel RAID System Acceleration Intel® Rapid Storage Technology use a SSD as a cache. Which can store frequently used data without having to use a slow virtual disk or depend on RAM. The SSD cache with the advantages of high-speed read/write and non-volatile memory to accelerate the system performance. Important Check your SSD manufacturer's website, upgrade firmware in order to support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology. Intel® Rapid Storage Technology can only work with RAID mode.
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MS-7750 11. Run Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application. 12. Click "Enable acceleration" under Accelerate. Appendix B Click here 13. Select the acceleration options. 14. Click OK and reboot the system. The page refreshes and reports the new acceleration configuration in the Acceleration View. Important You can click “More help on this page” or "More help" of the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application to view more information.
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Intel RAID RST Synchronization If you are using Maximized mode as the Acceleration mode, the data on the hard disk is not always synchronized with the data in the SSD cache. In some situations, you may want to manually sync the disks for avoiding data loss. Follow these steps to sync manually. 1. Reboot system, during the Power-On Self Test (POST) press, press and keys simultaneously to enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM. 2.