Preface Z87 MPOWER MAX AC Z87 MPOWER MAX Motherboard G52-78151X5
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Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the Z87 MPOWER MAX AC/ Z87 MPOWER MAX Series (MS-7815 v1.X) ATX motherboard. The Z87 MPOWER MAX AC/ Z87 MPOWER MAX Series motherboards are based on Intel® Z87 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1150 processor, the Z87 MPOWER MAX AC/ Z87 MPOWER MAX Series motherboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
Packing Contents Chapter 1 Motherboard Drivers & Utilities Disc Motherboard User Guide SATA Cable Network Driver & Utilities Disc Software & Application User Guide I/O Shield Optional Accessories Antenna x2 USB 3.0 Bracket M-Connector SLI Cable V-Check Cable x4 mPCIe card with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module * These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased.
■ 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. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
Motherboard Specifications Chapter 1 CPU Support ■ 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors for LGA 1150 socket Chipset ■ Intel® Z87 Express Chipset Memory Support ■ 4x DDR3 memory slots supporting up to 32GB ■ Supports DDR3 3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2666(OC)/ 2600(OC)/ 2400(OC)/ 2200(OC)/ 2133(OC)/ 2000(OC)/ 1866(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz ■ Dual channel memory architecture ■ Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory ■ Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) Ex
Wireless LAN ■ Z87 MPOWER MAX AC - Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion module with Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 chip. - Supports Wi-Fi 802.11 ac/b/g/n, dual band (2.4GHz, 5GHz) up to 867 Mbps speed. - Supports Intel® Wireless Display (WiDi) Bluetooth ■ Z87 MPOWER MAX AC - Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion module with Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 chip. - Supports Bluetooth v4.0 (includes BLE* and Bluetooth 3.0+HS) ■ Z87 MPOWER MAX - Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion module with Intel® Centrino WirelessN 2230 chip.
■ NUVOTON NCT6779 Controller Chip Hardware Monitor ■ CPU/System temperature detection ■ CPU/System fan speed detection ■ CPU/System fan speed control BIOS Features ■ 2x 64 Mb flash ■ UEFI AMI BIOS ■ ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.7, DMI 2.
Connectors Quick Guide JPWR2 JPWR3 CPU Socket DIMM3 DIMM2 DIMM4 CPUFAN2 DIMM1 CPUFAN1 FV1 SYSFAN3 Back Panel JPWR1 JUSB3 PCI_E1 JUSB4 PCI_E2 MSATA_1 PCI_E3 SATA1_2 PCI_E4 SATA3_4 PCI_E5 SATA5_6 PCI_E6 SATA7_8 JCI1 PCI_E7 FASTB1 JFP2 JAUD1 JFP1 MULTI_BIOS _SWITCH1 JUSB1 JUSB2 SYSFAN2 SYSFAN1 OC_SWITCH1 OC1 POWER1 JDISCH1 RESET1 SW-TACT2 JBAT1 SW-TACT1 1-7 Getting Started Chapter 1 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion module connector
Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Port Type Page Chapter 1 Back Panel 1-9 CPU LGA1150 CPU Socket 1-11 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3 Fan Power Connectors 1-25 DIMM1~4 DDR3 Memory Slots 1-15 FASTB1 GO2BIOS Button 1-34 FV1 V-Check Connectors 1-30 JAUD1 Front Panel Audio Connector 1-29 JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper 1-35 JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 1-28 JFP1, JFP2 System Panel Connectors 1-26 JPWR1~3 ATX Power Connectors 1-17 JUSB1~2 USB 2.
Back Panel Quick Guide Optical S/PDIF-Out USB 3.0 Port LAN Port Line-In Clear CMOS Button HDMI RS-Out Line-Out CS-Out Mic USB 2.0 Port USB 3.0 Port DisplayPort SS-Out HDMI ▶ PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port A combination of 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.
▶ HDMI Port The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio-video interface that is capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all types of TV formats, including standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. ▶ DisplayPort DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard. This connector is used to connect a monitor with DisplayPort inputs. Important This platform supports dual-display and triple-display function.
CPU (Central Processing Unit) Introduction to the LGA 1150 CPU The surface of the LGA 1150 CPU has two notches and a golden triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The golden triangle is the Pin 1 indicator. Notch Chapter 1 Notch Golden triangle is the Pin 1 indicator Important Overheating Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure the cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
CPU & Heatsink Installation When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install CPU & heatsink. at the address below. http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI Chapter 1 1.
3. Align the notches with the socket alignment keys. Lower the CPU straight down, without tilting or sliding the CPU in the socket. Inspect the CPU to check if it is properly seated in the socket. 4. Close and slide the load plate under the retention knob. Close and engage the load lever. Chapter 1 CPU notches Alignment Key Retention knob 5. When you press down the load lever the PnP cap will automatically pop up from the CPU socket. Do not discard the PnP cap.
7. Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. 8. Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the fan’s cable facing towards the fan connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard. CPU fan connector Chapter 1 9. Push down the heatsink until the four fasteners get wedged into the holes on the motherboard. Press the four fasteners down to fasten the heatsink. As each fastener locks into position a click should be heard. 10.
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/ Chapter 1 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the address below. http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Dual-Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus channels simultaneously.
Mounting Screw Holes Chapter 1 The I/O ports should be facing toward the rear of the computer case. They should line up with the holes on the I/O backplate. When installing the motherboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for an motherboard on the mounting plate in your computer case. If there is an I/O back plate that came with the computer case, please replace it with the I/O backplate that came with the motherboard package.
Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors. http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 JPWR1~3: ATX Power Connectors Chapter 1 These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. To connect the ATX power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into the connector. If done correctly, the clip on the power cable should be hooked on the motherboard’s power connector. d n u d ro un nd .G ro u d 4 .G ro un 3 .G ro 2 .
Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCI_E1~7: PCIe Expansion Slots The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot Chapter 1 PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot Important • The PCI_E6 slot will be unavailable when install an expansion card in the PCI_E3 slot. • When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet.
Video/ Graphics Cards If available, this motherboard takes advantage of the CPU’s integrate graphics processor, but discrete video cards can be installed by way of the motherboard’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. Watch the video to learn how to install a graphics card on PCIe x16 slot with butterfly lock. http://youtu.
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 motherboard will automatically detect CrossFire™ technology and make changes in the BIOS as needed. Follow the instructions below to ensure a successful two-way CrossFire™ installation.
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. 5. The CrossFire™ setting must be enabled to allow CrossFire™ mode to operate. The follow screen appears in the Catalyst Control Center. Depending on your operating system, the screen may look different.
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. Install two NVIDIA graphics cards in the PCI_E2 and the PCI_E5 slots.
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. Choose this item Important • Please ensure that all graphics cards used in SLI mode are of the same brand and specifications. For best compatibility with the motherboard, MSI graphics cards are recommended.
Internal Connectors SATA1~8: SATA Connectors This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray). Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install SATA HDD. http://youtu.
CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Remember to connect all system fans. Some system fans may not connect to the motherboard and will instead connect to the power supply directly. A system fan can be plugged into any available system fan connector.
JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors These connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. When installing the front panel connectors, please use the optional M-Connector to simplify installation. Plug all the wires from the computer case into the M-Connector and then plug the M-Connector into the motherboard. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install front panel connectors. http://youtu.
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connector This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others. in P nd o u + .N ro B0 9 G 0 . 7 .US B S C 5 U . C 3 .V 1 Important • Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage. • Please only connect one device per USB port to ensure stable charging. • SuperCharger Technology is only available on select MSI motherboard models.
JUSB3~4: USB 3.0 Expansion Connectors The USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbits/s (SuperSpeed). 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 S ou _ X 1 7.U Gr B3 _T 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 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 S u 2. 0 + .U ro 6 .G SB 2. nd 7 U B u . S 8 .
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. 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 n . C 6 .N ou 4 Gr . 2 io 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 ea R 7 .H IC L 5 .M IC 3 .M 1 The mSATA slot is for mSATA interface solid state drives (SSD).
Voltage Checkpoints These voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages. FV1: V-Check Connectors To check the voltage, please use the optional voltage checkpoint cables included in the motherboard package. Attach the positive lead of the multimeter to the voltage checkpoint cable and the negative lead to the ground connector.
V-Check Spots Description CPU_VCOMP CPU Vcomp voltage CPU_CORE2 CPU core2 voltage CPU_CORE1 CPU core1 voltage CPU_CORE3 CPU core3 voltage PCH_VCCVRM VRM voltage for PCH VCC PCH_CORE PCH core voltgae CPU_VCCIO IO voltage for CPU VCC 1-31 CPU_VCCIO PCH_CORE PCH_VCCVRM CPU_CORE3 Chapter 1 Spot CPU_CORE1 CPU_CORE2 CPU_VCOMP These voltage check spots are for you to measure CPU and PCH voltages.
Buttons The motherboard has numerous on-board buttons to control various functions. This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s functions through the use of these on-board buttons. OC1: OC Genie Button Chapter 1 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.
POWER1: Power Button RESET1: Reset Button This reset button is used to reset the system. Press the button to reset the system. Res et SW-TACT1, SW-TACT2: Base Clock Control Buttons These buttons are used to increase or decrease the base clock frequency. Pressing the Plus/ Minus button once will increase/ decrease the base clock frequency 1 MHz when the system is in regular operation state.
FASTB1: GO2BIOS Button If you enable the "MSI Fast Boot" feature in BIOS, the keyboard will be unavaiable and entering BIOS Setup by pressing DEL will not function. Therefore, you can press this button to enter BIOS Setup after reboot.
Jumpers JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM. Keep Data 1 Chapter 1 1 Clear Data Important You can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is off.
Switch MULTI BIOS SWITCH: Multi-BIOS Switch This motherboard has two built-in BIOS ROMs (Labeled A and B, default BIOS ROM is A). If one is crashed, you can shift to the other for booting by sliding the switch. In addition, these two BIOS ROMs do not have the Auto Recovery feature, you need to maintain or update the BIOS version by yourself. Green LED Blue LED Chapter 1 A B BIOS recovery using the M-flash utility: 1. Ensure that the system is switched off. 2.
OC_SWITCH1: OC Genie Mode Switch Red LED Gear 2 Blue LED Gear 1 (Default) 1-37 Getting Started Chapter 1 This swtich provides two overclocking modes (Gear 1 and Gear 2) for OC Genie operation. When you press the OC Genie button, the overclocking procedure will be performed according to the setting of this switch. The Gear 1 mode is the default setting. The Gear 2 mode allows the OC Genie function to overclock the CPU/ system frequency higher then Gear 1.
LED Status Indicators Chapter 1 2-Digit Debug Code LED BIOS LEDs OC Switch LEDs HDD LED BIOS LEDs These LEDs are used to distinguish BIOS A or B is in operation. When the left LED lights blue, the BIOS A is in operation. When the right LED lights green, the BIOS B is in operation. HDD_LED This LED will flash whenever there's a disk activity. OC Switch LEDs These LEDs are used to indicate OC Genie operation mode. When the bottom LED lights blue, the OC Genie operation mode is Gear 1.
Debug Code LED Table Please refer to the table below to get more information about the Debug Code LED message.
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 motherboard 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 Quick Installation This chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code. Important The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
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Chapter 3 BIOS Setup CLICK BIOS is a revolutionary UEFI interface that allows you to setup and configure your system for optimum use. Using your mouse and keyboard, users can change BIOS settings, monitor CPU temperature, select the boot device priority and view system information such as the CPU name, DRAM capacity, the OS version and the BIOS version. Users can import and export parameter data for backup or for sharing with friends.
Entering Setup The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal conditions. You may need to run the Setup program when: ■ An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP. ■ You want to change the default settings for customized features. Important • Please load the default settings to restore the optimal system performance and stability if the system becomes unstable after changing BIOS settings.
Overview After entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed. Temperature monitor Language Model name Virtual OC Genie Button System information Boot device priority bar BIOS menu selection BIOS menu selection Menu display ▶ Temperature monitor Shows the temperatures of the processor and the motherboard. ▶ Language Allows you to select the language of the BIOS setup.
▶ Boot device priority bar You can move the device icons to change the boot priority. High priority Low priority ▶ Menu display This area provides BIOS settings and information to be configured. ▶ Virtual OC Genie Button Enables or disables the OC Genie function by clicking on this button. When enabled, this button will be light. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock with MSI optimized overclocking profile. ▶ Model Name Shows the model name of motherboard.
Operation You can control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations. Hot key Mouse <↑↓→← > Description Select Item .
SETTINGS System Status ▶ System Date Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements. The format is . Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. The month from Jan. through Dec. The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys. The year can be adjusted by users. Chapter 3 ▶ System Time Sets the system time. Use tab key to switch between time elements. The time format is .
Advanced ▶ PCI Subsystem Settings Sets PCI Express interface protocol and latency timer. Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ PEG0/ 1/ 2 - Gen X [Auto] Sets PCI Express protocol for matching different installed devices. PEG0, PEG1, PEG2 are as first, second and third PCIe x16 slots. [Auto] Enables all PCIe Gen1, Gen2 and Gen3. supports. [Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only. [Gen2] Enables PCIe Gen2 support only. [Gen3] Enables PCIe Gen3 support only.
▶ SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller. The default mode is AHCI. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE Mode] Specify the IDE mode for SATA storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) offers some advanced features to enhance the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging. [RAID Mode] Enables RAID function for SATA storage devices.
▶ IGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Enables or disables the multi-screen output from integrated graphics and external graphics card. [Enabled] Enables IGD multi-screen function. [Disabled] Disables IGD multi-screen function. ▶ Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Sets Intel® Rapid Start Technology for optimizing the system resume operation.Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Intel® Rapid Start Technology lets the system resume from sleep mode quickly.
▶ RapidStart Display Save/Restore [Enabled] Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Start Display screen to be saved or restored. The screen will be saved before the system enters sleep mode. Then the system will restore the screen when wakened. [Enabled] Enables this function. [Disabled] Disables this function. ▶ RapidStart Display Type [BIOS Save/Restore] Selects the screen type of Intel Rapid Start Display. [BIOS Save/Restore] The BIOS POST splash screen will be saved/ restored.
▶ EuP 2013 [Disabled] Enables or disables the system power consumption according to EuP 2013 regulation. [Enabled] Optimize the system power consumption according to EuP 2013 regulation. [Disabled] Disables this function. Note: When enabled, the system will not support RTC wake up event functions. ▶ Restore after AC Power Loss [Power Off] Sets the system behaviors while encountering the AC power loss. [Power Off] Leaves the system in power off state after restoring AC power.
▶ Internal GOP Configuration Manages the onboard Graphics Output Protocol (GOP). Press to enter the sub-menu. This menu shows the iGFX Driver version for system information management. This sub-menu will appear when “Windows 8 Feature” is enabled. ▶ Secure Boot Sets the Windows secure boot to prevent the unauthorized accessing. Press to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when “Windows 8 Feature” is enabled. ▶ Secure Boot Control [Disabled] Enables or disables secure boot.
▶ Resume By PCI-E Device [Disabled] Disables or enables the system wake up by PCI express device. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes when activity or input signal of PCI/ PCIe device is detected. [Disabled] Disables this function. ▶ Resume By Onboard LAN [Disabled] Disables or enables the system wake up by Onboard LAN. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes when activity or input signal of LAN device is detected.
Boot Sets the sequence of system boot devices. ▶ Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled] Enables or disables to show the full screen logo while system POST. [Enabled] The OS boots straight to the GUI without showing the POST screen. [Disabled] Shows the POST messages at booting. ▶ Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI] Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS installation requirement. [UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only.
▶ Chassis Intrusion Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Chassis Intrusion [Disabled] This function will be available if the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch. Once the chassis is opened, the system will record and issue a warning message. To clear the warning message, set the item to [Reset], then it will return to [Enabled] later. [Options: Disabled, Enabled, Reset] Save & Exit ▶ Discard Changes and Exit Exit BIOS setup without saving any change.
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/ Ring Frequency These items show the current frequencies of installed CPU, Memory and Ring. Readonly. Chapter 3 ▶ CPU Base Clock (MHz) [Default] Sets the CPU Base clock.
[Next Boot] [Immediate] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock after reboot. CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immediately. ▶ CPU PCIE PLL [Auto] Selects a PLL (Phase Lock Loop) mode for CPU PCIe. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this setting. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [LC PLL] Enables LC PLL for normal usage. [SB PLL] Enables SB PLL for extreme overclocking. ▶ Filter PLL [Auto] Enables or disables the filter PLL for CPU.
▶ OC Genie Function Control [By Onboard Button] Enables the OC Genie function by virtual button in BIOS or physical button on motherboard. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock the system with MSI optimized overclocking profile. [By BIOS Options] OC Genie function is enabled by clicking the virtual OC Genie button at the top left corner of BIOS setup screen. [By Onboard Button]OC Genie function is enabled by pressing the physical OC Genie button on the motherboard.
▶ DRAM Timing Mode [Auto] Selects the memory timing mode. [Auto] DRAM timings will be determined based on SPD (Serial Presence Detect) of installed memory modules. [Link] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing manually for all memory channel. [UnLink] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing manually for respective memory channel. ▶ Advanced DRAM Configuration Press to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will be activated after setting [Link] or [Unlink] in “DRAM Timing Mode”.
▶ CPU Under Voltage Protection [Auto] Sets the voltage limit for CPU under-voltage protection. If set to "Auto", BIOS will configure this setting automatically. Higher voltage provides less protection and may damage the system. ▶ CPU Over Current Protection [Auto] Sets the current limit for CPU over-current protection. If set to "Auto", BIOS will configure this setting automatically. Higher percentage provides less protection and may damage the system.
▶ CPU Core Voltage Offset Mode/ CPU Ring Voltage Offset Mode/ CPU GT Voltage Offset Mode/ CPU SA Voltage Offset Mode/ CPU IO Analog Voltage Offset Mode/ CPU IO Digital Voltage Offset Mode [Auto] Selects the voltage offset modes. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [+] Allows you to set the positive offset voltage. [-] Allows you to set the negative offset voltage.
▶ Spread Spectrum This function reduces the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) generated by modulating clock generator pulses. [Enabled] Enables the spread spectrum function to reduce the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) problem. [Disabled] Enhances the overclocking ability of CPU Base clock. Important • 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.
▶ Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] Enables or disables the extended CPUID value. [Enabled] BIOS will limit the maximum CPUID input value to circumvent boot problems with older operating system that do not support the processor with extended CPUID value. [Disabled] Use the actual maximum CPUID input value. ▶ Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Intel’s Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicious “buffer overflow” attacks where worms attempt to execute code to damage the system.
▶ Intel C-State [Auto] C-state is a processor power management technology defined by ACPI. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Enabled] Detects the idle state of system and reduce CPU power consumption accordingly. [Disabled] Disable this function. ▶ C1E Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the C1E function for power-saving in halt state. This item appears when "Intel C-State" is enabled.
M-FLASH Important M-Flash funcion allows you to update BIOS from USB flash disk (FAT32/ NTFS format only), or allows the system to boot from the BIOS file inside USB flash disk (FAT/ FAT32 format only). ▶ Select one file to boot Selects a BIOS file in the USB flash disk (NTFS/ FAT 32 format) to boot the system. This item will selectable when the “BIOS Boot function” is enabled. ▶ Save BIOS to storage Saves the current BIOS file to the USB flash disk. The USB flash disk drive should be in FAT32 format.
OC PROFILE ▶ Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press to enter the submenu. ▶ Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Names the current overclocking profile. ▶ Save Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Saves the current overclocking profile. ▶ Load Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Loads the current overclocking profile. Chapter 3 ▶ Clear Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Clears the current overclocking profile.
HARDWARE MONITOR Current Temperature & Speed information Temperature & Speed graphic display Fan control field Voltage display ▶ Current Temperature & Speed information Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds. ▶ Fan control field This motherboard provides a fan speed control feature call “Smart Fan Control”. Smart Fan Control automatically controls fan speed depending on the current CPU temperature and to keep it with a specific operating speed.
Please follow the description below to set the temperatures and fan speeds. a b c d e f ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ a - Selects a fan you want to specify the speed. b - Checks this item to activate the following items for changing default values. c - Slides the Min and Max tabs to set the minimum and maximum temperatures. d - Slides the arrow symbol to set the minimum fan speed in percentage. e - Slides the arrow symbol to set the maximum fan speed in percentage.
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.
Software Configuration Appendix A After installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), the “Realtek HD Audio Manager” icon will appear at the notification area (lower right of the screen). You may double click the icon and the GUI will pop up accordingly. double click the icon It is also available to enable the audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager from the Control Panel.
▶ 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. ▶ Jack status panel This panel depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your computer.
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
Introduction The motherboard comes with the Intel RAID controller that allows you to configure SATA hard drives as RAID sets. SATA hard drives deliver blistering transfer speeds up to 6 Gb/s. Serial ATA uses long, thin cables, making it easier to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside your PC. 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.
Using 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.
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. Appendix B 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.
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. 4. 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.
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. HELP [ Are you sure you want to create] this volume? (Y / N) : Appendix B Press ENTER to create the specified volume.
■ Delete RAID Volume Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives will be lost. Important 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. [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name Volume0 Level RAID1(Mirror) Drives 2 Capacity XXX.
■ 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 ] 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. ] 1. 2.
■ Recovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears: [ RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS ] 1. 2. Enable Only Recovery Disk Enable Only Master Disk [ HELP ] [ ↑↓] - select [ESC] - Previous Menu Appendix B 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.
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.
5. Exit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system. 6. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click ‘Yes’. Appendix B 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.
System Acceleration (optional) 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. Appendix B Intel® Rapid Storage Technology can only work with RAID mode.
11. Run Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application. 12. Click "Enable acceleration" under Accelerate. Click here Appendix B 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.
RST Synchronization (optional) If you are using Maximized mode as the Acceleration mode, the data on the hard disk is not always synchronized with the data in the SSD cache. In some situations, you may want to manually sync the disks for avoiding data loss. Follow these steps to sync manually. 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.
