Msi b450 tomahawk max ii инструкция

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Quick Start

Quick Start

Thank you for purchasing the MSI® B450 TOMAHAWK MAX II motherboard. This Quick

Start section 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.

Preparing Tools and Components

DDR4 Memory

Graphics Card

SATA Hard Disk Drive SATA DVD Drive

Phillips Screwdriver

Chassis

Power Supply Unit

A Package of Screws

Thermal Paste

CPU Fan

AMD® AM4 CPU

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Safety Information

∙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.

∙Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause

the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.

∙Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.

∙It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when

handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is

not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object

before handling the motherboard.

∙Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static

pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.

∙Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal

components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.

∙Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause

permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.

∙If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer

technician.

∙Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet

before installing or removing any computer component.

∙Keep this user guide for future reference.

∙Keep this motherboard away from humidity.

∙Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on

the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.

∙Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place

anything over the power cord.

∙All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.

∙If any of the following situations arises, get the motherboard checked by service

personnel:

▪Liquid has penetrated into the computer.

▪The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.

▪The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user

guide.

▪The motherboard has been dropped and damaged.

▪The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.

∙Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage

the motherboard.

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Quick Start

Installing a Processor

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5

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Important

If you are installing the screw-type CPU heatsink, please follow the figure below to

remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink.

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Quick Start

Installing DDR4 memory

DIMMA2 DIMMA2

DIMMB2

DIMMA1

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

DIMMB2

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HDD LED

RESET SW

Connecting the Front Panel Header

JFP1

HDD LED HDD LED —

HDD LED +

POWER LED —

POWER LED +

POWER LED

1

2 10

9

+

+

+— ——

—

+

Power LED

HDD LED Reset Switch

Reserved

Power Switch

JFP1

1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +

3 HDD LED — 4 Power LED —

5 Reset Switch 6 Power Switch

7 Reset Switch 8 Power Switch

9 Reserved 10 No Pin

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Installing the Motherboard

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Torque:

3 kgf·cm*

*3 kgf·cm

= 0.3 N·m

= 2.6 lbf·in

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Connecting the Power Connectors

ATX_PWR1

CPU_PWR1

CPU_PWR2

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Quick Start

Installing SATA Drives

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Installing a Graphics Card

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Quick Start

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Processor with Radeon™ Graphics

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Power On

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Contents

Contents

Quick Start ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1

Preparing Tools and Components ……………………………………………………………….. 1

Safety Information …………………………………………………………………………………….. 2

Installing a Processor ………………………………………………………………………………… 3

Installing DDR4 memory ……………………………………………………………………………. 5

Connecting the Front Panel Header …………………………………………………………….. 6

Installing the Motherboard …………………………………………………………………………. 7

Connecting the Power Connectors ………………………………………………………………. 8

Installing SATA Drives………………………………………………………………………………… 9

Installing a Graphics Card ………………………………………………………………………… 10

Connecting Peripheral Devices …………………………………………………………………. 11

Power On………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12

Specifications …………………………………………………………………………………………. 15

Package contents……………………………………………………………………………………. 20

Block Diagram ………………………………………………………………………………………. 21

Rear I/O Panel ………………………………………………………………………………………… 22

LAN Port LED Status Table……………………………………………………………………….. 22

Audio Ports Configuration ………………………………………………………………………… 22

Realtek Audio Console …………………………………………………………………………….. 23

Overview of Components ………………………………………………………………………… 25

Processor Socket …………………………………………………………………………………….. 27

DIMM Slots ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 28

PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots ……………………………………………………………….. 29

M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) …………………………………………………………………………….. 30

SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors …………………………………………………………….. 30

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors …………………………………………………………. 31

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector …………………………………………………………………. 31

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ………………………………………………. 32

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors ………………………………………………………………….. 33

JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector ……………………………………………………………… 33

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors …………………………….. 34

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector …………………………………………………………….. 35

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ………………………………………………………………….. 35

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ………………………………………………………………… 36

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ………………………………………………….. 36

JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors ………………………………………………………………… 37

EZ Debug LEDs ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 38

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Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ………………………………………………………………. 39

Installing Windows® 10 …………………………………………………………………………… 39

Installing Drivers …………………………………………………………………………………….. 39

Installing Utilities ……………………………………………………………………………………. 39

UEFI BIOS ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 40

BIOS Setup ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 41

Entering BIOS Setup ………………………………………………………………………………… 41

Resetting BIOS ………………………………………………………………………………………… 42

Updating BIOS …………………………………………………………………………………………. 42

EZ Mode …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 44

Advanced Mode ………………………………………………………………………………………. 47

SETTINGS Menu ……………………………………………………………………………………… 48

OC Menu…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 50

M-FLASH Menu ………………………………………………………………………………………. 52

OC PROFILE Menu …………………………………………………………………………………… 53

HARDWARE MONITOR Menu …………………………………………………………………….. 54

AMD RAID Configuration …………………………………………………………………………. 56

Enabling RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility …………………………………………………. 56

Initializing Disks ……………………………………………………………………………………… 57

Creating Arrays ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 58

Deleting Arrays ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 59

Installing RAID Driver ………………………………………………………………………………. 60

Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………………………….. 61

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Specifications

Specifications

CPU

Supports 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™/ Ryzen™ with

Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with

Radeon™ Graphics/ Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics

Desktop Processors for Socket AM4

Chipset AMD® B450 Chipset

Memory

∙4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB*

▪Supports 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667Mhz (by JEDEC)

▪For AMD Ryzen Gen3 (R5/R7/R9)

▫Supports 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/

4000/ 4133 MHz (by A-XMP OC MODE)

▪For AMD Other CPU

▫Supports 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466

MHz (by A-XMP OC MODE)

∙ Dual channel memory architecture

∙ Supports non-ECC UDIMM memory

∙ Supports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode)

*Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.

Expansion Slots

∙1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1)

▪supports x16 speed (1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™

processors)

▪supports x8 speed (Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega

Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™

Graphics processors)

▪supports x4 speed (Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega

Graphics processors)

∙1x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (PCI_E4, supports x4 mode)*

∙3x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots*

* PCI_E4 will run at x2 speed when installing devices in PCI_E2/ PCI_E3 slot.

Onboard Graphics

∙1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of

1920×1200 @60Hz*/**

∙1x HDMI™ 2.1 port, supports a maximum resolution of

4096×2160 @60Hz*/**/***

* Maximum shared memory of 16GB

** Only available when using Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen

AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics/ Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics

processors.

*** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

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Storage

AMD® CPU

∙2x SATA 6Gb/s ports*

∙1x M.2 slot (Key M)*

▪Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 (1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD

Ryzen™/ Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd

Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics) or PCIe 3.0 x2

(Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics) and SATA 6Gb/s

▪Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices

AMD® B450 Chipset

∙ 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports

* SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when installing a M.2 device in M.2

slot.

RAID

AMD® B450 Chipset

∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage

devices

USB

∙AMD® CPU

▪2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports on the back

panel

∙AMD® B450 Chipset

▪1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port on the back

panel

▪1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A port on the back

panel

▪2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports available through the

internal USB connector

▪6x USB 2.0 ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 4

ports available through the internal USB 2.0 connectors)

LAN ∙1x Realtek® 8111H Gigabit LAN controller

Audio Realtek® ALC892/ALC897 Codec

∙7.1-Channel High Definition Audio

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Specifications

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Back Panel

Connectors

∙1x Flash BIOS Button

∙1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port

∙2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports

∙1x DVI-D port

∙1x HDMI port

∙2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports

∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A port

∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port

∙1x LAN(RJ45) port

∙6x audio jacks

Internal Connectors

∙1x 24-pin ATX main power connector

∙1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector

∙6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors

∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (support additional 2

USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)

∙2x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)

∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector

∙1x 4-pin water pump connector

∙4x 4-pin system fan connectors

∙1x front panel audio connector

∙2x system panel connectors

∙1x serial port connector

∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector

∙1x Clear CMOS jumper

∙2x 5050 RGB LED strip 12V connectors

∙1x TPM module connector

LED Feature ∙4x EZ Debug LED

I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip

Hardware Monitor

∙CPU/System temperature detection

∙CPU/System fan speed detection

∙CPU/System fan speed control

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Form Factor ∙ATX Form Factor

∙12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

BIOS Features

∙1x 256 Mb flash

∙UEFI AMI BIOS

∙ACPI 6.1, SM BIOS 2.8

∙Multi-language

Software

∙Drivers

∙DRAGON CENTER

∙MSI App Player(BlueStacks)

∙Open Broadcaster Software (OBS)

∙CPU-Z MSI GAMING

∙Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive

∙Norton™ Internet Security Solution

Dragon Center

Features

∙Gaming Mode

∙Gaming Hotkey

∙Mystic Light

∙User Scenario

∙Hardware Monitor

∙True Color

∙Live Update

∙Speed Up

∙Smart Tool

∙Super Charger

Special Features

∙Audio

▪Audio Boost

∙Network

▪Realtek LAN

∙Storage

▪Turbo M.2

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Specifications

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Special Features

∙Cooling

▪Extended heatsink

▪Pump Fan

▪GAMING Fan Control

∙LED

▪Mystic Light

▪Mystic Light Extension (RGB)

▪Mystic light SYNC

▪EZ DEBUG LED

∙Protection

▪PCIe Steel Armor

▪PCIe Steel Slot

∙Performance

▪Multi GPU-CrossFire Technology

▪DDR4 Boost

▪CORE Boost

▪GAME Boost

▪USB with type A+C

▪AMD Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2

∙VR

▪VR Ready

∙Gamer Experience

▪GAMING HOTKEY

▪GAMING MOUSE Control

∙BIOS

▪Click BIOS 5

▪Flash BIOS Button

▪StoreMI (SW feature)

▪AMD FreeSync™ Ready

▪AMD Precision Boost OverDrive™

∙Certification

▪GAMING Certified

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Package contents

Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain:

Motherboard B450 TOMAHAWK MAX II

Cable SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack) 1

Accessories

M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack) 1

Case badge 1

I/O Shielding 1

Product registration card 1

Application Driver DVD 1

Documentation User manual 1

Quick installation guide 1

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Important

If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.

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Block Diagram

Block Diagram

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2

2 Channel DDR4 Memory

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1

1 x M.2

6 x USB 2.0

PCI Express Bus

PS/2 Mouse / Keyboard

Audio Jacks

CHIPSET

NV6797

Super I/O

Realtek

ALC892/

ALC897

PCI Express Bus

HDMI DVI-D

SwitchSwitch

PCIe x1

2x SATA 6Gb/s

4x SATA 6Gb/s

PCIe x1

PCIe x1

PCIe x4

2x USB 3.2 Gen 1

Switch

Processor

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Link/ Activity LED

Status Description

Off No link

Yellow Linked

Blinking Data activity

Speed LED

Status Description

Off 10 Mbps connection

Green 100 Mbps connection

Orange 1 Gbps connection

LAN Port LED Status Table

Audio Ports Configuration

Audio Ports Channel

2468

Line-In

Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out 

Rear Speaker Out 

Center/ Subwoofer Out  

Side Speaker Out 

Mic In

Blank: empty)

Rear I/O Panel

∙Flash BIOS Port/ Button — Please refer to page 43 for Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS

Button.

Line-In

USB 3.2 Gen 2

(10Gbps) Type-C

PS/2 Combo Port

LAN Port

USB 2.0 Type-A DVI-D Port

USB 3.2 Gen 1

(5Gbps) Type-A

USB 3.2 Gen 2

(10Gbps) Type-A

Flash BIOS Button

Flash BIOS Port

Mic-In

Line-Out

RS-Out

CS-Out

SS-Out

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Rear I/O Panel

Realtek Audio Console

After Realtek Audio Console is installed. You can use it to change sound settings to get

better sound experience.

∙Device Selection — allows you to select a audio output source to change the related

options. The check sign indicates the devices as default.

∙Application Enhancement — the array of options will provide you a complete

guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.

∙Main Volume — controls the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers

that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.

∙Jack Status — depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your

computer.

Auto popup dialog

When you plug into a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you

which device is current connected.

Each jack corresponds to its default setting as shown on the next page.

Jack Status

Device

Selection

Main Volume

Application Enhancement

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Important

The pictures above for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.

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Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram

Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram

Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram

AUDIO INPUT

Rear Front

Side Center/

Subwoofer

AUDIO INPUT

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Overview of Components

BAT1

Overview of Components

JFP2

JFP1

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CPU_FAN1

SYS_FAN1

PUMP_FAN1

JRGB2

PCI_E1

PCI_E2

PCI_E3

PCI_E4

PCI_E5

JBAT1

JAUD1

JTPM1

Processor Socket

CPU_PWR1

DIMMA1

SYS_FAN4

M2_1

DIMMA2

DIMMB1

DIMMB2

JUSB3

SATA2

JUSB2

JUSB1

SATA1

JRGB1

SYS_FAN2

JCOM1

ATX_PWR1

SYS_FAN3

JCI1

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Component Contents

Port Name Port Type Page

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4 Fan Connectors 34

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1 Power Connectors 32

DIMMA1, DIMMA2, DIMMB1, DIMMB2 DIMM Slots 28

JAUD1 Front Audio Connector 31

JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS)

Jumper 36

JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 35

JCOM1 Serial Port Connector 35

JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors 31

JRGB1~2 RGB LED connectors 37

JTPM1 TPM Module Connector 36

JUSB1~2 USB 2.0 Connectors 33

JUSB3 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector 33

M2_1 M.2 Slot (Key M) 30

PCI_E1~5 PCIe Expansion Slots 29

Processor Socket AM4 socket 27

SATA1~6 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors 30

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Overview of Components

Processor Socket

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Important

∙

When changing the processor, the system configuration could be cleared and reset

BIOS to default values, due to the AM4 processor’s architecture.

∙

Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing

the CPU.

∙

When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink

is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability.

∙

Confirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting

your system.

∙

Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure

the cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Be sure to apply

an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to

enhance heat dissipation.

∙

If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the

documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.

∙

This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to

overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate

overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not

recommended. MSI

®

does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate

operation beyond product specifications.

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Introduction to the AM4 CPU

The surface of the AM4 CPU has a

yellow triangle to assist in correctly

lining up the CPU for motherboard

placement. The yellow triangle is

the Pin 1 indicator.

53.4 mm

Distance from the center of the

CPU to the nearest DIMM slot.

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BAT1

DIMM Slots

DIMMA1 DIMMB1

Channel A Channel B

DIMMA2 DIMMB2

Memory module installation recommendation

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Important

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Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first.

∙

Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less

than the amount of installed.

∙

Based on processor specification, the Memory DIMM voltage below 1.35V is

suggested to protect the processor.

∙

Some memory modules may operate at a lower frequency than the marked value

when overclocking due to the memory frequency operates dependent on its Serial

Presence Detect (SPD). Go to BIOS and find the DRAM Frequency to set the memory

frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher frequency.

∙

It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs

installation or overclocking.

∙

The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU

and devices when overclocking.

∙

Due to AM4 processor/memory controller official specification limitation, the

frequency of memory modules may operate lower than the marked value under

the default state. Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible

memory.

DIMMB2 DIMMB2

DIMMB1

DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2

DIMMA1

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Overview of Components

BAT1

PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16*/ x8**/ x4***

PCI_E2: PCIe 2.0 x1

PCI_E3: PCIe 2.0 x1

PCI_E4: PCIe 2.0 x4

PCI_E5: PCIe 2.0 x1

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Important

∙

If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI

Gaming Series Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight to prevent deformation of

the slot.

∙

For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using

the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.

∙

When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and

unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion

card’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software

changes.

∙

PCI_E4 will run x2 speed when installing devices in PCI_E2/ PCI_E3 slot.

* For 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ processors

** For Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™

Graphics processors

*** For Athlon™ with Radeon Vega Graphics processors

PCIe bandwidth of Multiple graphics cards

Slot Single 2-Way

PCI_E1 (CPU)

@3.0 x16*

or

@3.0 x8**

or

@3.0 x4***

@3.0 x16*

or

@3.0 x8**

or

@3.0 x4***

PCI_E2 (PCH) 2.0 x1 2.0 x1 Empty — —

PCI_E3 (PCH) 2.0 x1 Empty 2.0 x1 — —

PCI_E4 (PCH) 2.0 x2 2.0 x2 2.0 x2 2.0 x4 @2.0 x4

PCI_E5 (PCH) 2.0 x1 2.0 x1

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processors,

**: for Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™

Graphics processors,***: for Athlon™ with Radeon Vega Graphics processor)

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SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one

SATA device.

BAT1

SATA2

SATA1

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Important

∙

Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during

transmission otherwise.

∙

SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it is

recommended that the flat connector be connected to the motherboard for space

saving purposes.

∙

SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when installing a M.2 device in M.2 slot.

SATA5

SATA6

SATA3

SATA4

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M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M)

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Video Demonstration

Watch the video to learn how to Install

M.2 module.

M2_1 slot installation

1. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree

angle.

2. Secure the M.2 SSD in place with the M.2 screw.

30º30º

3

4

M.2 screw

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Overview of Components

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

These connectors connect to the switches and LEDs on the front panel.

1

JFP2

+

+—

—

Speaker

Buzzer 1 Speaker — 2 Buzzer +

3 Buzzer — 4 Speaker +

BAT1

1

2 10

9

+

+

+— ——

—

+

Power LED

HDD LED Reset Switch

Reserved

Power Switch

JFP1

1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +

3 HDD LED — 4 Power LED —

5 Reset Switch 6 Power Switch

7 Reset Switch 8 Power Switch

9 Reserved 10 No Pin

BAT1

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector

This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.

1

2 10

9

1 MIC L 2 Ground

3 MIC R 4 NC

5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection

7 SENSE_SEND 8 No Pin

9 Head Phone L 10 Head Phone Detection

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BAT1

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131

12

ATX_PWR1

1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V

2 +3.3V 14 -12V

3 Ground 15 Ground

4 +5V 16 PS-ON#

5 Ground 17 Ground

6 +5V 18 Ground

7 Ground 19 Ground

8 PWR OK 20 Res

9 5VSB 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V 23 +5V

12 +3.3V 24 Ground

5

4 1

8CPU_PWR1

1 Ground 5 +12V

2 Ground 6 +12V

3 Ground 7 +12V

4 Ground 8 +12V

⚠

Important

Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power

supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.

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Overview of Components

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors

These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.

1

2 10

9

1 VCC 2 VCC

3 USB0- 4 USB1-

5 USB0+ 6 USB1+

7 Ground 8 Ground

9 No Pin 10 NC

⚠

Important

∙

Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible

damage.

∙

In order to recharge your iPad, iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install

MSI® SUPER CHARGER utility.

BAT1

JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector

This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the front panel.

⚠

Important

Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible

damage.

BAT1

110

11

20

1 Power 11 USB2.0+

2 USB3_RX_DN 12 USB2.0-

3 USB3_RX_DP 13 Ground

4 Ground 14 USB3_TX_C_DP

5 USB3_TX_C_DN 15 USB3_TX_C_DN

6 USB3_TX_C_DP 16 Ground

7 Ground 17 USB3_RX_DP

8 USB2.0- 18 USB3_RX_DN

9 USB2.0+ 19 Power

10 NC 20 No Pin

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BAT1

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors

Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or DC Mode.

PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with

speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage.

The auto mode fan connectors can automatically detect PWM and DC mode. However,

you can follow the instruction below to adjust the fan connector to PWM or DC Mode

manually.

Connector Default fan

mode Max.

current Max.

power

CPU_FAN1 Auto mode 1A 12W

PUMP_FAN1 PWM mode 2A 24W

SYS_FAN1~6 DC mode 1A 12W

Switching fan mode and adjusting fan speed

You can switch between PWM mode and DC mode and adjust fan speed in BIOS >

HARDWARE MONITOR.

Select PWM mode or DC mode

⚠

Important

Make sure fans are working properly after switching the PWM/ DC mode.

There are gradient points of the fan speed that allow you to adjust

fan speed in relation to CPU temperature.

Pin definition of fan connectors

1 PWM Mode pin definition

1 Ground 2 +12V

3 Sense 4 Speed Control Signal

1 DC Mode pin definition

1 Ground 2 Voltage Control

3 Sense 4 NC

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Overview of Components

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable.

BAT1

Normal

(default) Trigger the chassis

intrusion event

Using chassis intrusion detector

1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis.

2. Close the chassis cover.

3. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.

4. Set Chassis Intrusion to Enabled.

5. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.

6. Once the chassis cover is opened again, a warning message will be displayed on

screen when the computer is turned on.

Resetting the chassis intrusion warning

1. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.

2. Set Chassis Intrusion to Reset.

3. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.

BAT1

1

2 10

9

1 DCD 2 SIN

3 SOUT 4 DTR

5 Ground 6 DSR

7 RTS 8 CTS

9 RI 10 No Pin

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector

This connector allows you to connect the optional serial port with bracket.

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JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on

the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system

configuration, set the jumper to clear the CMOS memory.

Keep Data

(default) Clear CMOS/

Reset BIOS

BAT1

Resetting BIOS to default values

1. Power off the computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Use a jumper cap to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds.

3. Remove the jumper cap from JBAT1.

4. Plug the power cord and Power on the computer.

1

2 14

13

1 LPC Clock 2 3V Standby power

3 LPC Reset 4 3.3V Power

5 LPC address & data pin0 6 Serial IRQ

7 LPC address & data pin1 8 5V Power

9 LPC address & data pin2 10 No Pin

11 LPC address & data pin3 12 Ground

13 LPC Frame 14 Ground

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security

platform manual for more details and usages.

BAT1

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Overview of Components

BAT1

JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors

The JRGB1/2 connectors allow you to connect the 5050 RGB LED strips 12V.

JRGB1

1

1 +12V 2 G

3 R 4 B

JRGB2

⚠

Important

∙

The JRGB connector supports up to 2 meters continuous 5050 RGB LED strips

(12V/G/R/B) with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V).

∙

Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet

before installing or removing the RGB LED strip.

∙

Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip.

1

GRB

JRGB

connector

RGB extension

cable 5050 RGB LED strips 12V

RGB LED Strip Connection

1

1

GRB

JRGB connector

System Fan connector

RGB LED Fan Connection

RGB LED Fan

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BAT1

EZ Debug LEDs

These LEDs indicate the status of key components during booting process. When an

error is occurred, the corresponding LED stays lit until the problem is solved.

CPU — indicates CPU is not detected or fail.

DRAM — indicates DRAM is not detected or fail.

VGA — indicates GPU is not detected or fail.

BOOT — indicates the booting device is not detected

or fail.

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Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities

Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities

Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com

Installing Windows® 10

1. Power on the computer.

2. Insert the Windows® 10 installation disc/USB into your computer.

3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.

4. Press F11 key during the computer POST (Power-On Self Test) to get into Boot

Menu.

5. Select the Windows® 10 installation disc/USB from the Boot Menu.

6. Press any key when screen shows Press any key to boot from CD or DVD

message.

7. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Windows® 10.

Installing Drivers

1. Start up your computer in Windows® 10.

2. Insert MSI® Drive Disc into your optical drive.

3. Click the Select to choose what happens with this disc pop-up notification, then

select Run DVDSetup.exe to open the installer. If you turn off the AutoPlay feature

from the Windows Control Panel, you can still manually execute the DVDSetup.exe

from the root path of the MSI Drive Disc.

4. The installer will find and list all necessary drivers in the Drivers/Software tab.

5. Click the Install button in the lower-right corner of the window.

6. The drivers installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt

you to restart.

7. Click OK button to finish.

8. Restart your computer.

Installing Utilities

Before you install utilities, you must complete drivers installation.

1. Open the installer as described above.

2. Click the Utilities tab.

3. Select the utilities you want to install.

4. Click the Install button in the lower-right corner of the window.

5. The utilities installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt

you to restart.

6. Click OK button to finish.

7. Restart your computer.

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UEFI BIOS

MSI UEFI BIOS is compatible with UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface)

architecture. UEFI has many new functions and advantages that traditional BIOS

cannot achieve, and it will completely replace BIOS in the future. The MSI UEFI

BIOS uses UEFI as the default boot mode to take full advantage of the new chipset’s

capabilities. However, it still has a CSM (Compatibility Support Module) mode to be

compatible with older devices. That allows you to replace legacy devices with UEFI

compatible devices during the transition.

⚠

Important

The term BIOS in this user guide refers to UEFI BIOS unless otherwise noted.

UEFI advantages

∙Fast booting — UEFI can directly boot the operating system and save the BIOS self-

test process. And also eliminates the time to switch to CSM mode during POST.

∙Supports for hard drive partitions larger than 2 TB.

∙Supports more than 4 primary partitions with a GUID Partition Table (GPT).

∙Supports unlimited number of partitions.

∙Supports full capabilities of new devices — new devices may not provide backward

compatibility.

∙Supports secure startup — UEFI can check the validity of the operating system to

ensure that no malware tampers with the startup process.

Incompatible UEFI cases

∙32-bit Windows operating system — this motherboard supports only Windows 10

64-bit operating system.

∙Older graphics card — the system will detect your graphics card. When display a

warning message There is no GOP (Graphics Output protocol) support detected in

this graphics card.

⚠

Important

We recommend that you to use a GOP/ UEFI compatible graphics card.

How to check the BIOS mode?

After entering the BIOS, find the BIOS Mode at the top of the screen.

CPU Temperature:

Motherboard Temperature:

VCore:

DDR Voltage:

BIOS Mode: CSM/UEFI

CPU Temperature:

Motherboard Temperature:

VCore:

DDR Voltage:

BIOS Mode: CSM/UEFI

UEFI boot mode CSM boot mode

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UEFI BIOS

BIOS Setup

The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal

conditions. You should always keep the default settings to avoid possible system

damage or failure booting unless you are familiar with BIOS.

⚠

Important

∙

BIOS items are continuously update for better system performance. Therefore, the

description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be for reference

only. You could also refer to the HELP information panel for BIOS item description.

∙

The pictures in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product

you purchased.

∙

The BIOS items will vary with the processor.

Entering BIOS Setup

Press Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot

Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process.

Function key

F1: General Help list

F2: Add/ Remove a favorite item

F3: Enter Favorites menu

F4: Enter CPU Specifications menu

F5: Enter Memory-Z menu

F6: Load optimized defaults

F7: Switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode

F8: Load Overclocking Profile

F9: Save Overclocking Profile

F10: Save Change and Reset*

F12: Take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).

Ctrl+F: Enter Search page

* When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification

information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice.

42 UEFI BIOS

Resetting BIOS

You might need to restore the default BIOS setting to solve certain problems. There

are several ways to reset BIOS:

∙Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults.

∙Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard.

⚠

Important

Be sure the computer is off before clearing CMOS data. Please refer to the Clear

CMOS jumper section for resetting BIOS.

Updating BIOS

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH

Before updating:

Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI

website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive.

Updating BIOS:

1. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the USB port.

2. Please refer the following methods to enter flash mode.

▪Reboot and press Ctrl + F5 key during POST and click on Yes to reboot the

system.

Press <Ctrl+F5> to activate M-Flash for BIOS update.

▪Reboot and press Del key during POST to enter BIOS. Click the M-FLASH button

and click on Yes to reboot the system.

3. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.

4. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot

automatically.

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Updating the BIOS with MSI DRAGON CENTER

Before updating:

Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the internet connection is set

properly.

Updating BIOS:

1. Install and launch MSI DRAGON CENTER and go to Support page.

2. Select Live Update and click on Advance button.

3. Click on Scan button to search the latest BIOS file.

4. Select the BIOS file and click on Download icon to download and install the latest

BIOS file.

5. Click Next and choose In Windows mode. And then click Next and Start to start

updating BIOS.

6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart

automatically.

Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS Button

1. Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from

the MSI® website.

2. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to the root of your USB flash drive.

3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU

and memory.)

4. Plug the USB flash drive that contains the MSI.ROM file into the Flash BIOS Port

on the rear I/O panel.

5. Press the Flash BIOS Button to flash BIOS, and the LED starts flashing.

6. The LED will be turned off when the process is completed.

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EZ Mode

At EZ mode, it provides the basic system information and allows you to configure the

basic setting. To configure the advanced BIOS settings, please enter the Advanced

Mode by pressing the Setup Mode switch or F7 function key.

A-XMP Profile

Component

Information

System

information

Boot device

priority bar

Function

buttons

Language

GAME BOOST

Search

Screenshot

Setup Mode switch

M-Flash

Hardware

Monitor

Favorites

∙GAME BOOST — click on it to toggle the GAME BOOST for overclocking. This function

is only available when both of the motherboard and CPU are supporting this function.

⚠

Important

We don’t recommend you to adjust any BIOS item after activating the GAME BOOST

function for keeping the optimal performance and system stability.

∙A-XMP Profile — allows you to select the A-XMP profile for memory to overclock.

This function is only available when the system, memory and CPU are supporting this

function.

∙Setup Mode switch — press this tab or the F7 key to switch between Advanced mode

and EZ mode.

∙Screenshot — click on this tab or the F12 key to take a screenshot and save it to USB

flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).

∙Search — click on this tab or the Ctrl+F keys to enter the search page. It allows you

to search by BIOS item name. Move the mouse over a blank space and right click the

mouse to exit the search page.

⚠

Important

In search page, only the F6, F10 and F12 function keys are available.

∙Language — allows you to select language of BIOS setup.

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UEFI BIOS

∙System information — shows the CPU/ DDR speed, CPU/ MB temperature, MB/ CPU

type, memory size, CPU/ DDR voltage, BIOS version and build date.

∙Boot device priority bar — you can move the device icons to change the boot priority.

The boot priority from high to low is left to right.

∙Component Information — click on the CPU, Memory, Storage, Fan Info and Help

buttons to show the information of connected component.

∙Function buttons — enable or disable these functions by clicking on these buttons.

The function is enabled when the button shows ON .

⚠

Important

The function buttons will vary with the motherboard you purchased.

∙M-Flash — click on this button to enter the M-Flash menu that provides the way to

update BIOS with a USB flash drive.

∙Hardware Monitor — click on this button to enter the Hardware Monitor menu that

allows you to manually control the fan speed by percentage.

∙Favorites — click on this button or press the F3 key to show the Favorites window.

It provides 5 menus for you to create personal BIOS menu where you can save and

access favorite/ frequently-used BIOS setting items.

46 UEFI BIOS

▪To add a BIOS item to a favorite menu

1. Select a BIOS item not only on BIOS menu but also on search page.

2. Right-click or press F2 key.

3. Choose a favorite page and click on OK.

▪To delete a BIOS item from favorite menu

1. Select a BIOS item on favorite menu.

2. Right-click or press F2 key.

3. Choose Delete and click on OK.

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UEFI BIOS

Advanced Mode

Press Setup Mode switch or F7 function key can switch between EZ Mode and

Advanced Mode in BIOS setup.

BIOS menu

selection

Menu display

BIOS menu

selection

∙BIOS menu selection — the following options are available:

▪SETTINGS — allows you to specify the parameters for chipset and boot devices.

▪OC — allows you to adjust the frequency and voltage. Increasing the frequency

may get better performance.

▪M-FLASH — provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive.

▪OC PROFILE — allows you to manage overclocking profiles.

▪HARDWARE MONITOR — allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor

voltages of system.

▪BOARD EXPLORER — provides the information of installed devices on this

motherboard.

∙Menu display — provides BIOS setting items and information to be configured.

48 UEFI BIOS

SETTINGS Menu

This menu allows you to specify the parameters for system, chipset and boot devices.

▶System Status sub-menu

The System Status sub-menu allows you to set the system clock and view system

information.

▶System Date

Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements.

The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>.

<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

Sets the system time. Use tab key to switch between time elements.

The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.

▶SATA PortX/ M2_X

Shows the information of connected SATA/ M.2 device.

⚠

Important

If the connected SATA/ M.2 device is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check

SATA/ M.2 cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard.

▶System Information

Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory

(read only).

▶DMI Information

Shows system information, desktop board information and chassis information.

▶Advanced sub-menu

The Advanced sub-menu allows you to adjust and set the parameters and behaviors of

PCIe, ACPI, integrated peripherals, integrated graphics, USB, power management and

Windows .

▶PCI Subsystem Settings

Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press Enter to enter

the sub-menu.

▶ACPI Settings

Sets ACPI parameters of onboard power LED behaviors.

▶Integrated Peripherals sub-menu

Sets integrated peripherals’ parameters, such as LAN, Wi-Fi, HDD, SSD, USB and

audio.

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▶Integrated Graphics Configuration sub-menu (optional)

Adjusts integrated graphics settings for optimum system. This sub-menu is only

available when using the CPU which integrate with IGP.

▶USB Configuration sub-menu

Sets the onboard USB controller and device function. Press Enter to enter the

sub-menu.

▶Super IO Configuration

Sets system Super I/O chip parameters including LPT and COM ports. Press Enter

to enter the sub-menu.

▶Power Management Setup sub-menu

Sets system Power Management of ErP and AC Power Loss behaviors. You can

optimize the system power consumption in this menu.

▶Windows OS Configuration

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boot and control key management to prevent the unauthorized accessing for

system.

▶Wake Up Event Setup sub-menu

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▶Secure Erase+

Enables or disables Secure Erase+ function. Secure Erase+ is the best way to

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after enabling Secure Erase+.

▶Realtek PCIe GbE Family Controller (MAC sub-menu)

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controller parameter.

▶Boot sub-menu

Use this menu to set the system boot states and the sequence of system boot devices.

▶Security sub-menu

Use this menu to set the administrator password and the user password for system

security. This menu also allows you to set the TPM (Trusted Platform Module)

function.

⚠

Important

When selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear

on the screen. Type the password then press Enter. The password typed now will

replace any previous set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to

confirm the password. You may also press Esc key to abort the selection.

To clear a set password, press Enter when you are prompted to enter a new

password. A message will confirm the password is being disabled. Once the password

is disabled, you can enter the setup and OS without authorization.

▶Save & Exit

This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory default settings into

the BIOS and exit the BIOS setup utility with or without changes.

50 UEFI BIOS

OC Menu

This menu allows you to configure the frequencies and voltages for overclocking.

Please note that, higher frequency and voltage may benefit overclocking capability but

cause system un-stability.

⚠

Important

∙

Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.

∙

Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, it could void your warranty

or severely damage your hardware.

∙

If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use GAME BOOST function

for easy overclocking.

∙

The BIOS items in OC menu will vary with the processor.

▶OC Explore Mode [Normal]

Enables or disables to show the normal or expert version of OC settings.

[Normal] Provides the regular OC settings in BIOS setup.

[Expert] Provides the advanced OC settings for OC expert to configure in BIOS

setup.

Note: We use * as the symbol for the OC settings of Expert mode.

▶CPU Ratio [Auto]

Sets the CPU ratio that is used to determine CPU clock speed. This item can only be

changed if the processor supports this function.

▶ Advanced CPU Conguration

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the parameters about CPU

power/ current. The system may become unstable or unbootable after changing the

parameters. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default settings.

▶A-XMP [Disabled]

Please enable A-XMP or select a profile of memory module for overclocking the

memory. This item will be available when the installed processor, memory modules

and motherboard support this function.

▶DRAM Frequency [Auto]

Sets the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed.

▶Adjusted DRAM Frequency

Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only.

▶Memory Try It ! [Disabled]

It can improve memory compatibility or performance by choosing optimized memory

preset. This item will be available when the installed processor supports this function.

▶ Advanced DRAM Conguration

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the memory timing for each/ all

memory channel. The system may become unstable or unbootable after changing

memory timing. If it occurs, please clear the CMOS data and restore the default

settings. (Refer to the Clear CMOS jumper section to clear the CMOS data, and enter

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the BIOS to load the default settings.)

▶DigitALL Power sub-menu

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. In the sub-menu, you can setup some protecting

conditions about voltage/ current/ temputure for CPU.

▶CPU Voltages control [Auto]

These options allows you to set the voltages related to CPU. If set to Auto, BIOS will

set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.

▶DRAM Voltages control [Auto]

These options allows you to set the voltages related to memory. If set to Auto, BIOS

will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually.

▶Memory Changed Detect [Enabled]*

Enables or disables the system to issue a warning message during boot when the

memory has been replaced.

[Enabled] The system will issue a warning message during boot and then you have

to load the default settings for new devices.

[Disabled] Disables this function and keeps the current BIOS settings.

▶ CPU Specications sub-menu

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays the information of

installed CPU. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F4].

Read only.

▶MEMORY-Z sub-menu

Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays all the settings and

timings of installed memory. You can also access this information menu at any time by

pressing [F5].

52 UEFI BIOS

M-FLASH Menu

M-FLASH provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Please download

the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website, save the

BIOS file into your USB flash drive. And then follow the steps below to update BIOS.

1. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.

2. Click on M-FLASH tab, a demand message will be prompted. Click on Yes to

reboot and enter the flash mode.

3. The system will enter the flash mode and a file selection menu will appear after

rebooting.

4. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.

5. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot

automatically.

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UEFI BIOS

OC PROFILE Menu

▶ Overclocking Prole 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.

▶Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

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▶Load Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

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▶Clear Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6

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▶ OC Prole Load from ROM

Load OC profile from BIOS ROM.

▶ OC Prole Save to USB

Save OC profile to the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive should be FAT/ FAT32

format only.

▶ OC Prole Load from USB

Load OC profile from the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive should be FAT/ FAT32

format only.

54 UEFI BIOS

HARDWARE MONITOR Menu

This menu allows you to adjust the fan speed manually and monitor CPU/ system

voltage.

Fan operating

window

Smart Fan duty

information

Click to enable

the Smart Fan

Temperature

information

Setting Buttons

Select a fan to be configured

Select a temperature curve line (white)

to be showed in Fan operating window

Select a fan mode for target fan

Voltage

information

∙Smart Fan — This setting enables/disables the Smart Fan function. Smart Fan is an

excellent feature which will adjust the CPU/system fan speed automatically depending

on the current CPU/system temperature, avoiding the overheating to damage your

system.

▶Settings Buttons

▪All Full Speed — configures all fans to run at full operating speed.

▪All Set Default — configures all fans’ speeds return the BIOS default values.

▪All Set Cancel — discards current changes and restores previous settings for all

fan .

⚠

Important

Make sure fans are working properly after adjusting the fan speed and switching the

fan mode.

55

UEFI BIOS

Adjusting fans

1. Selects a fan that you want to adjust and to display the fan duty curve line (yellow)

in fan operating windows.

2. Click and drag the duty points to adjust the fan speed.

Duty points

Select a fan to be adjusted

⚠

Important

The pictures in this section are for reference only and may vary from the motherboard

you purchased.

56 AMD RAID Configuration

AMD RAID Configuration

The following are the RAID levels supported by RAIDXpert2.

RAID 0 (Striping) 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.

RAID 1 (Mirroring) provides data redundancy by mirroring data between the hard

drives and provides enhanced read performance.

RAID 10 (Striped RAID1 Sets) uses four hard drives to create a combination of RAID 0

and 1 by forming a RAID 0 array from two RAID 1 arrays.

Volume (JBOD) provides the ability to link-together storage from one or several

disks, regardless of the size of the space on those disks. Useful in

scavenging space on disks unused by other disks in the array. Does not

provide performance benefits or data redundancy.

RAIDABLE (also known as RAID Ready) allows the user to add more storage space or

create a redundant array after a system is installed.

RAID level comparison

RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10

Minimum # drives 2 2 4

Data protection None Excellent Excellent

Read performance Excellent OK OK

Write performance Excellent Good Good

Capacity utilization 100% 50% 50%

⚠

Important

All the information/ volumes/ pictures listed in your system might differ from the

illustrations in this appendix.

Enabling RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility

To enter the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility menu

1. Power on and press Delete key to enter BIOS Setup menu.

2. Press F7 to switch to Advanced mode from EZ mode.

3. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > Integrated Peripherals > SATA Mode and

change setting to RAID Mode.

4. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > Windows OS Configuration > BIOS UEFI/

CSM Mode and change setting to UEFI.

5. Press F10 to save configuration and exit, and then reboot and press Delete key to

enter BIOS Setup menu.

6. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility sub-

menu.

57

AMD RAID Configuration

Initializing Disks

New disks and legacy disks must be initialized before they can be used to create an

AMD-RAID array. Initialization writes AMD-RAID configuration information (metadata)

to a disk.

⚠

Important

∙

If a disk is part of an AMD-RAID array, the disk cannot be selected for initialization.

To initial the disk anyway, delete the AMD-RAID array. Data on the disk is deleted

during initialization so ensure the correct disks are chosen to initialize.

∙

A legacy disk can contain valid data. When a legacy disk is initialized, all data on the

disk is lost.

To initialize disks

1. As previously mentioned, enable RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility.

2. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility > Physical

Disk Management > Select Physical Disk Operations > Initialize Disk sub-menu.

3. Select desired disks by changing the Physical Disk setting to Enabled.

4. Select OK, then press Enter.

5. Review the warning message, if you want to proceed, select YES, then press Enter.

6. Initialization takes 10 to 15 seconds per disk. During initialization, a complete

rescan of all channels is done automatically.

58 AMD RAID Configuration

Creating Arrays

Arrays can be created after the disks are initialized.

⚠

Important

∙

For redundant arrays, the Create process is not started until after the operating

system and AMD-RAID OS drivers have been installed and the system has booted to

the operating system. However, the arrays are immediately available to use for either

a bootable array or a data array.

∙

Array numbers are valid only for a given boot and might be different in the

RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility and RAIDXpert2. If a permanent label is required, use

the RAIDXpert2 Web GUI Array Naming feature.

∙

At any point in the procedure, return to a prior window by pressing ESC.

∙

If the system is booted from an AMD-RAID bootable array, the first array in the

Arrays section must be the bootable array. The system boots only from the first array

in the Arrays section.

To create an array

1. As previously mentioned, enable RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility.

2. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility > Array

Management > Create Array sub-menu.

3. Select the RAID level from the Select RAID Level drop down menu.

4. Enter Select Physical Disks sub-menu, select member disks by changing the

Physical Disk setting to Enabled.

5. Select Apply Changes, then press Enter to apply and go back to previous sub-

menu.

6. Change the Select CacheTagSize, Read Cache Policy and Write Cache Policy

settings according to your needs.

7. Select Create Array, then press Enter.

59

AMD RAID Configuration

Deleting Arrays

⚠

Important

∙

Deleting an array permanently destroys all data that is on the array. This action

cannot be undone and it is very unlikely that the data can be recovered.

∙

Do not delete the first array listed in the Arrays section, if it is the AMD-RAID

bootable array. Doing this deletes the operating system and AMD-RAID files.

To delete an array

1. As previously mentioned, enable RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility.

2. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Advanced > RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility > Array

Management > Delete Array sub-menu.

3. Select the desired array and change the setting to Enabled.

4. Enter Delete Array(s) sub-menu.

5. Review the warning message, if you want to proceed, Select Confirm and change

the setting to Enabled.

6. Select YES then press Enter.

60 AMD RAID Configuration

Installing RAID Driver

New Operating System Installation

The following details the installation of the drivers while installing operating system.

1. During the operating system installation, after selecting the location to install

Windows click on Load driver button to install a third party RAID driver.

2. When prompted, insert the USB flash drive with AMD RAID Drivers and then click

Browse.

▪To make an AMD RAID Drivers USB flash drive. Insert the MSI Driver Disc into

the optical drive. Copy all the contents in \\Storage\AMD\

3. Navigate to the directory containing the saved AMD RAID drivers, then click OK.

4. Select the (rcbottom.inf) driver, click Next.

5. When prompted, click OK.

6. Click Browse and navigate to the directory containing the saved AMD RAID drivers

again, then click OK.

7. Select the (rcraid.inf) driver, click Next.

8. You have successfully installed the RAID driver, and Windows setup should

continue.

9. Leave the disk/ USB drive in the computer until the system reboots itself.

Windows setup will need to copy the files after the RAID volume is formatted, and

Windows setup starts copying files.

AMD RAIDXpert2 Management Suite Installation

1. Set the SATA Mode to RAID Mode in BIOS

2. Insert the MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive.

3. Click the Select to choose what happens with this disc pop-up notification, then

select Run DVDSetup.exe to open the installer. If you turn off the AutoPlay feature

from the Windows Control Panel, you can still manually execute the DVDSetup.

exe from the root path of the MSI Driver Disc.

4. Under the Drivers/Software tab, check the AMD RAID Drivers check-box.

5. Click the Install button.

6. When prompt you to restart, click OK button to finish.

7. Restart your computer and enter the Windows operating system.

8. Double-click the RAIDXpert2 icon to open the RAIDXpert2 Web GUI.

▪Default credentials are:

▫Username — admin

▫Password — admin

9. Change the credentials:

▪Create new username and password

10. Re-log into the RAIDXpert2 Web GUI with the new credentials.

Troubleshooting

Before sending the motherboard for RMA

repair, try to go over troubleshooting

guide first to see if your got similar

symptoms as mentioned below.

The power is not on.

∙Connect the AC power cord to an

electrical outlet securely.

∙Check if all ATX power connectors

like ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1 are

connected from the power supply to the

motherboard?

∙Some power supply units have a power

button on the rear side, make sure the

button is turned on.

∙Check if the power switch cable is

connected to JFP1 pin header properly.

∙Verify the Clear CMOS jumper JBAT1 is

set to Keep DATA.

∙Test with another known working

power supply of equal or greater

wattage.

The power is on, but no signal to

monitor

∙Connect the monitor power cord to a

electrical outlet securely.

∙Make sure the monitor is turned on.

∙Select different inputs on the monitor.

∙If 3 long beeps are heard, remove all

memory modules and try to install only

one memory module in the DIMMA2 slot

first and then restart the computer.

∙If 1 long 2 short beeps are heard,

remove and reinstall the graphics card

and then restart the computer.

∙Test with another known working

graphics card.

The computer does not boot after

updating the BIOS

∙Clear the CMOS.

∙Use the secondary BIOS to bootup the

system (Only for motherboard with Dual

BIOS)

Lost BIOS password

∙Clear the CMOS, but that will cause

you to lose all customized settings in the

BIOS.

There is no audio

∙Adjust the volume.

∙Connect the speakers/headphones to

audio ports on the motherboard rear IO

panel.

∙Remove secondary speakers/

headphones, HDMI cables, USB audio

devices.

∙Test with another known working

speaker or headphone.

There is no network

∙Make sure the network chipset driver

has been installed.

∙Verify if the network cable is properly

connected and make sure the LAN port

LEDs are properly illuminated.

∙Verify your TCP/IP settings.

∙Restart or reset your router.

∙Test with another known working LAN

cable.

The USB device is not working

∙Make sure your USB drive driver has

been installed.

∙Verify if USB device is listed in

Windows® Device Manager.

∙Connect the USB device to other USB

port on the motherboard rear IO panel.

61

Troubleshooting

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Regulatory Notices

FCC Compliance Statement

Note: 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. However, there

is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television reception,

which can be determined by turning the equipment

off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

· Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

· Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

· Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

· Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Tested to comply with FCC standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,

and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

CE Conformity

Products bearing the CE marking comply

with one or more of the following EU

Directives as may be applicable:

RED 2014/53/EU; Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU;

EMC Directive 2014/30/EU; RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.

Compliance with these directives is assessed using

applicable European Harmonized Standards.

The point of contact for regulatory matters is MSI,

MSI-NL Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son.

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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.

Taiwan:

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For better environmental protection,

waste batteries should be collected

separately for recycling or special

disposal.

California, USA:

The button cell battery may contain

perchlorate material and requires special

handling when recycled or disposed of in

California.

For further information please visit:

http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion, if battery is

incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type

recommended by the manufacturer.

Chemical Substances Information

In compliance with chemical substances regulations,

such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC

No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the

Council), MSI provides the information of chemical

substances in products at:

https://storage-asset.msi.com/html/popup/csr/

evmtprtt_pcm.html

Environmental Policy

· The product has been designed to

enable proper reuse of parts and

recycling and should not be thrown

away at its end of life.

· Users should contact the local

authorized point of collection for recycling and

disposing of their end-of-life products.

· Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor

for further recycling information.

· Users may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for

information regarding proper Disposal, Take-back,

Recycling, and Disassembly of MSI products.

WEEE (Waste Electrical and

Electronic Equipment) Statement

ENGLISH

To protect the global environment and as

an environmentalist, MSI must remind

you that…

Under the European Union (“EU”) Directive

R-REI-MSI-MS-7C02

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on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment,

Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13,

2005, products of “electrical and electronic equipment”

cannot be discarded as municipal wastes anymore, and

manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will

be obligated to take back such products at the end of

their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take

back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded

products that are sold into the EU. You can return

these products to local collection points.

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Hinweis von MSI zur Erhaltung und Schutz unserer

Umwelt

Gemäß der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und

Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elektro- und Elektronik-

Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt

werden. MSI hat europaweit verschiedene Sammel-

und Recyclingunternehmen beauftragt, die in die

Europäische Union in Verkehr gebrachten Produkte,

am Ende seines Lebenszyklus zurückzunehmen.

Bitte entsorgen Sie dieses Produkt zum gegebenen

Zeitpunkt ausschliesslich an einer lokalen

Altgerätesammelstelle in Ihrer Nähe.

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En tant qu’écologiste et afin de protéger

l’environnement, MSI tient à rappeler ceci…

Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux

déchets des équipement électriques et électroniques,

directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que

les produits électriques et électroniques ne peuvent

être déposés dans les décharges ou tout simplement

mis à la poubelle. Les fabricants de ces équipements

seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin

de vie. MSI prendra en compte cette exigence relative

au retour des produits en fin de vie au sein de la

communauté européenne. Par conséquent vous pouvez

retourner localement ces matériels dans les points

de collecte.

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





ESPAÑOL

MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección

del medio ambiente, recomienda:

Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea

en materia de desechos y/o equipos electrónicos,

con fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005,

los productos clasificados como “eléctricos y

equipos electrónicos” no pueden ser depositados

en los contenedores habituales de su municipio, los

fabricantes de equipos electrónicos, están obligados

a hacerse cargo de dichos productos al termino de

su período de vida. MSI estará comprometido con los

términos de recogida de sus productos vendidos en

la Unión Europea al final de su periodo de vida. Usted

debe depositar estos productos en el punto limpio

establecido por el ayuntamiento de su localidad o

entregar a una empresa autorizada para la recogida de

estos residuos.

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. MSI zal overeenkomstig

de richtlijn handelen voor de producten die de

merknaam MSI dragen en verkocht zijn in de EU. Deze

goederen kunnen geretourneerd worden op lokale

inzamelingspunten.

SRPSKI





vas podesti da…





EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi











proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI



vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.

POLSKI







odpadów produktów elektrycznych i elektronicznych















(sprzedawane na terenie Unii Europejskiej) wycofywane



wyznaczonych punktach zbiorczych.

TÜRKÇE



















iii









ČESKY









EC platné od 13. srpna 2005 je zakázáno likvidovat



komunálním odpadu a výrobci elektronických













MAGYAR

Annak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük,



Önt, hogy …

Az Európai Unió („EU”) 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba



hulladékairól szóló 2002/96/EK irányelve szerint

az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések



és az ilyen elektronikus berendezések gyártói

kötelessé válnak az ilyen termékek visszavételére

azok hasznos élettartama végén. Az MSI betartja a

termékvisszavétellel kapcsolatos követelményeket

az MSI márkanév alatt az EU-n belül értékesített

termékek esetében, azok élettartamának végén. Az



ITALIANO

Per proteggere l’ambiente, MSI, da sempre amica della

natura, ti ricorda che….

In base alla Direttiva dell’Unione Europea (EU) sullo

Smaltimento dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici,

Direttiva 2002/96/EC in vigore dal 13 Agosto 2005,

prodotti appartenenti alla categoria dei Materiali

Elettrici ed Elettronici non possono più essere eliminati

come rifiuti municipali: i produttori di detti materiali

saranno obbligati a ritirare ogni prodotto alla fine

del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva

ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati

venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del

loro ciclo di vita. È possibile portare i prodotti nel più

vicino punto di raccolta

日本JIS C 0950材質宣言

󴂬󴋉󳋌󴚄󸋮󴑸󾖛󳎧󴊆󴂬󱟧󹤒󸡯

󲢔󵛚󲹥󱴹󹆣󹩚󴮅󹩚󲷍󴡉󲑠󾖛󸇆󸹈

󶽳󲂳󴊈󵛃󸣚󸂱󶈾󶺳󱺅󱟔󾖜

https://storage-asset.msi.com/html/popup/csr/

cemm_jp.html

India RoHS

This product complies with the “India E-waste

(Management and Handling) Rule 2011” and prohibits

use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium,

polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl

ethers in concentrations exceeding 0.1 weight % and

0.01 weight % for cadmium, except for the exemptions

set in Schedule 2 of the Rule.

Türkiye EEE yönetmeliği



Україна обмеження на наявність

небезпечних речовин











Việt Nam RoHS











iv

MS-7C02主板产品中有害物质的名称及含量

󸿬󱠁󲂁󶎊

󴊈󲺗󵛃󸤼

󹜱

(Pb)

󴯳

(Hg)

󹞵

(Cd)

󱰽󱠃󹝘

(Cr(VI))

󲣙󴾨󷀐󷖪

(PBB)

󲣙󴾨󱝗󷖪󹄲

(PBDE)

󱾏󱵼󵭳󸩃󴍆󶵪󱠁      

󵭳󴯶      

󲣏󸿬󱥰󲁣󸶚󳲞󲤆      

󶵥󴌂      

󴋉󸂱󴑸󱤀󳰼󵷜󸍂󲹥󶶼󱵺󾖜

󸂱󶈾󸝎󴊈󲺗󵛃󸤼󲖬󸝎󸿬󱠁󳩢󴊈󲗗󸤼󴌂󴀖󱛉󵷜󲂳󹆤󲗗󲖬󸍂󲹥󵷜󹤗󹆤󸋘󴯄󱟧󱚘󾖜

󸂱󶈾󸝎󴊈󲺗󵛃󸤼󷍿󲽕󲖬󸝎󸿬󱠁󵷜󴏉󱚋󲗗󸤼󴌂󴀖󱛉󵷜󲂳󹆤󸦨󱴤󸍂󲹥󵷜󹤗󹆤󸋘󴯄󾖞󱡲󳩢󴊈󸿬󱠁󹀎󶗼󲁺

󴦱󵹩󸋘󴯄󾖜

󱾏󱵼󵭳󸩃󴍆󶵪󱠁󱻏󳭱󱾏󱵼󵭳󸩃󴍆󲀟󱱊󴍐󳨑󵷜󹩏󸿬󱠁󾖜

󵭳󴯶󴋉󱢈󱚗󲦚󴊈󵣄󱥧󱣎󵭡󴊱󹤗󴐟󸜯󾖞󱟧󴋉󱢈󴐟󸜯󱛝󱛞󾖜

󱚗󸷈󴊈󴬐󴊈󲺗󵛃󸤼󳨘󱯯󶨫󴺆󱽤󱠸󱤀󲘻󲁣󱛷󸿬󱠁󳋘󳒺󶾀󴊈󳩢󲠂󱳝󾖜

󵭘󲆛󸿬󱠁󴋉󱢈󱚗󲦚󴊈󵣄󱥧󱣎󵭡󴊱󹤗󴐟󸜯󾖞󱟧󴋉󱢈󴐟󸜯󱛝󱛞󾖜

限用物質含有情況標示聲明書

󸐈󱪷󲂀󶏺󾖠󹩙󷉄󱛞󴡈󴍇 󲘻󷵎󲘻󳓑󾖠

󲌖󱯯

󹤗󵭡󵛃󸣚󲀟󱱊󱻯󲸜󶗼󷵏

󹊰

(Pb)

󴯳

(Hg)

󹔜

(Cd)

󱰽󱭪󹋬

(Cr+6)

󲣙󴾨󷁆󷖪

(PBB)

󲣙󴾨󱝗󷖪󹄲

(PBDE)

󹩚󸩃󴍆      

󹩚󲷍󱯯󱠁      

󹆨󲿦󴡉󴜷󱠁      

󲝺󷋇󴡉󴜷󱠁      

󱪸󶽰󸦨󱴤󲀟󸦨󱴤󱤾󳮜󹤗󵭡󵛃󸣚󱛷󵷔󱴹󴬖󲂳󹆤󸦨󱴤󵷔󱴹󴬖󲂳󹆤󲛫󴽯󱨍󾖜

󱪸󶽰󱤾󳮜󸒎󹱎󹤗󵭡󵛃󸣚󱛷󵷔󱴹󴬖󲂳󹆤󴋆󸦨󱴤󵷔󱴹󴬖󲂳󹆤󲛫󴽯󱨍󾖜

󱪸󶽰󱤾󳮜󸒎󹱎󹤗󵭡󵛃󸣚󵍤󳱺󹤵󹱎󵺅󾖜

Copyright

Micro-Star Int’l Co.,Ltd.

Copyright © 2020 All rights reserved.

The MSI logo used is a registered trademark of

Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names

mentioned may be trademarks of their respective

owners. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is

expressed or implied. MSI reserves the right to make

changes to this document without prior notice.

Revision History

Version 3.0, 2020/07, First release.

Version 3.1, 2020/09, Modify audio codec

Technical Support

If a problem arises with your system and no solution

can be obtained from the user guide, please

contact your place of purchase or local distributor.

Alternatively, please try the following help resources

for further guidance.

· Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS

updates, driver updates, and other information:

http://www.msi.com

· Register your product at: http://register.msi.com

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Quick Start

Thank you for purchasing the MSI® B450 TOMAHAWK MAX II motherboard. This Quick Start section 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.

Preparing Tools and Components

AMD® AM4 CPU

DDR4 Memory

Power Supply Unit	Graphics Card

Thermal Paste

SATA Hard Disk Drive	SATA DVD Drive

Phillips Screwdriver

A Package of Screws

Safety Information

∙∙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.

∙∙Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.

∙∙Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. ∙∙It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when

handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object before handling the motherboard.

∙∙Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.

∙∙Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.

∙∙Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.

∙∙If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer technician.

∙∙Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.

∙∙Keep this user guide for future reference. ∙∙Keep this motherboard away from humidity.

∙∙Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.

∙∙Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord.

∙∙All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.

∙∙If any of the following situations arises, get the motherboard checked by service personnel:

▪▪Liquid has penetrated into the computer.

▪▪The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.

▪▪The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user guide.

▪▪The motherboard has been dropped and damaged. ▪▪The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.

∙∙Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage the motherboard.

Installing a Processor

1

3

2

5 4

	6	8
	9
		7

Important

If you are installing the screw-type CPU heatsink, please follow the figure below to remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink.

1

Installing DDR4 memory

DIMMA2	DIMMA2	DIMMA1
DIMMA2
	DIMMB2	DIMMB1
		DIMMB2

HDDLED RESETSW

							HDD LED —
	HDD LED
							HDD LED +
							POWER LED —
	POWER LED						POWER LED +

Installing the Motherboard

BAT1

2

BAT1

*3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in

Connecting the Power Connectors

ATX_PWR1

CPU_PWR1

Installing SATA Drives

1

5

4

Installing a Graphics Card

1

5

4

6

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Processor with Radeon™ Graphics

Contents
Quick Start ……………………………………………………………………………………………….	1
Preparing Tools and Components………………………………………………………………..	1
Safety Information ……………………………………………………………………………………..	2
Installing a Processor…………………………………………………………………………………	3
Installing DDR4 memory …………………………………………………………………………….	5
Connecting the Front Panel Header……………………………………………………………..	6
Installing the Motherboard………………………………………………………………………….	7
Connecting the Power Connectors……………………………………………………………….	8
Installing SATA Drives…………………………………………………………………………………	9
Installing a Graphics Card …………………………………………………………………………	10
Connecting Peripheral Devices ………………………………………………………………….	11
Power On…………………………………………………………………………………………………	12
Specifications………………………………………………………………………………………….	15
Package contents…………………………………………………………………………………….	20
Block Diagram ……………………………………………………………………………………….	21
Rear I/O Panel…………………………………………………………………………………………	22
LAN Port LED Status Table………………………………………………………………………..	22
Audio Ports Configuration …………………………………………………………………………	22
Realtek Audio Console ……………………………………………………………………………..	23
Overview of Components …………………………………………………………………………	25
Processor Socket……………………………………………………………………………………..	27
DIMM Slots………………………………………………………………………………………………	28
PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots………………………………………………………………..	29
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) ……………………………………………………………………………..	30
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ……………………………………………………………..	30
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ………………………………………………………….	31
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ………………………………………………………………….	31
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ……………………………………………….	32
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors…………………………………………………………………..	33
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector ………………………………………………………………	33
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors……………………………..	34
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector……………………………………………………………..	35
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector …………………………………………………………………..	35
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector…………………………………………………………………	36
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper …………………………………………………..	36
JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors …………………………………………………………………	37
EZ Debug LEDs ………………………………………………………………………………………..	38

Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ……………………………………………………………….	39
Installing Windows® 10 ……………………………………………………………………………	39
Installing Drivers ……………………………………………………………………………………..	39
Installing Utilities …………………………………………………………………………………….	39
UEFI BIOS……………………………………………………………………………………………….	40
BIOS Setup………………………………………………………………………………………………	41
Entering BIOS Setup…………………………………………………………………………………	41
Resetting BIOS…………………………………………………………………………………………	42
Updating BIOS………………………………………………………………………………………….	42
EZ Mode ………………………………………………………………………………………………….	44
Advanced Mode ……………………………………………………………………………………….	47
SETTINGS Menu ………………………………………………………………………………………	48
OC Menu………………………………………………………………………………………………….	50
M-FLASH Menu ……………………………………………………………………………………….	52
OC PROFILE Menu……………………………………………………………………………………	53
HARDWARE MONITOR Menu……………………………………………………………………..	54
AMD RAID Configuration ………………………………………………………………………….	56
Enabling RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility ………………………………………………….	56
Initializing Disks ………………………………………………………………………………………	57
Creating Arrays………………………………………………………………………………………..	58
Deleting Arrays………………………………………………………………………………………..	59
Installing RAID Driver……………………………………………………………………………….	60
Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………………………………………..	61

Specifications

	Supports 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™/ Ryzen™ with
CPU	Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with
Radeon™ Graphics/ Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics
	Desktop Processors for Socket AM4
Chipset	AMD® B450 Chipset
	∙∙4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB*
	▪▪Supports 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667Mhz (by JEDEC)
	▪▪For AMD Ryzen Gen3 (R5/R7/R9)
	▫▫Supports 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/
	4000/ 4133 MHz (by A-XMP OC MODE)
Memory	▪▪For AMD Other CPU
▫▫Supports 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466
	MHz (by A-XMP OC MODE)
	∙∙ Dual channel memory architecture
	∙∙ Supports non-ECC UDIMM memory
	∙∙ Supports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode)
	*Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
	∙∙1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1)
	▪▪supports x16 speed (1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™
	processors)
	▪▪supports x8 speed (Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega
	Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™
Expansion Slots	Graphics processors)
▪▪supports x4 speed (Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega
	Graphics processors)
	∙∙1x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (PCI_E4, supports x4 mode)*
	∙∙3x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots*
	* PCI_E4 will run at x2 speed when installing devices in PCI_E2/ PCI_E3 slot.
	∙∙1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of
	1920×1200 @60Hz*/**
	∙∙1x HDMI™ 2.1 port, supports a maximum resolution of
Onboard Graphics	4096×2160 @60Hz*/**/***
* Maximum shared memory of 16GB
	** Only available when using Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen
	AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics/ Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics
	processors.
	*** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
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	AMD® CPU
	∙∙2x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
	∙∙1x M.2 slot (Key M)*
	▪▪Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 (1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD
	Ryzen™/ Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd
Storage	Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics) or PCIe 3.0 x2
(Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics) and SATA 6Gb/s
	▪▪Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
	AMD® B450 Chipset
	∙∙ 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
	* SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when installing a M.2 device in M.2
	slot.
RAID	AMD® B450 Chipset
∙∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage
	devices
	∙∙AMD® CPU
	▪▪2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports on the back
	panel
	∙∙AMD® B450 Chipset
	▪▪1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port on the back
USB	panel
▪▪1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A port on the back
	panel
	▪▪2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports available through the
	internal USB connector
	▪▪6x USB 2.0 ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 4
	ports available through the internal USB 2.0 connectors)
LAN	∙∙1x Realtek® 8111H Gigabit LAN controller
Audio	Realtek® ALC892/ALC897 Codec
∙∙7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
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∙∙1x Flash BIOS Button

∙∙1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port ∙∙2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports

∙∙1x DVI-D port ∙∙1x HDMI port

∙∙2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports ∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A port ∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port ∙∙1x LAN(RJ45) port

∙∙6x audio jacks

∙∙1x 24-pin ATX main power connector ∙∙1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector ∙∙6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors

∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (support additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)

∙∙2x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) ∙∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector

∙∙1x 4-pin water pump connector Internal Connectors ∙∙4x 4-pin system fan connectors ∙∙1x front panel audio connector

∙∙2x system panel connectors ∙∙1x serial port connector

∙∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector ∙∙1x Clear CMOS jumper

∙∙2x 5050 RGB LED strip 12V connectors ∙∙1x TPM module connector

∙∙4x EZ Debug LED

NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip

∙∙CPU/System temperature detection ∙∙CPU/System fan speed detection ∙∙CPU/System fan speed control

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	Form Factor	∙∙ATX Form Factor
	∙∙12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
		∙∙1x 256 Mb flash
	BIOS Features	∙∙UEFI AMI BIOS
	∙∙ACPI 6.1, SM BIOS 2.8
		∙∙Multi-language
		∙∙Drivers
		∙∙DRAGON CENTER
	Software	∙∙MSI App Player(BlueStacks)
	∙∙Open Broadcaster Software (OBS)
		∙∙CPU-Z MSI GAMING
		∙∙Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
		∙∙Norton™ Internet Security Solution
		∙∙Gaming Mode
		∙∙Gaming Hotkey
		∙∙Mystic Light
	Dragon Center	∙∙User Scenario
	∙∙Hardware Monitor
	Features	∙∙True Color
		∙∙Live Update
		∙∙Speed Up
		∙∙Smart Tool
		∙∙Super Charger
		∙∙Audio
		▪▪Audio Boost
	Special Features	∙∙Network
	▪▪Realtek LAN
		∙∙Storage
		▪▪Turbo M.2
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∙∙Cooling

▪▪Extended heatsink ▪▪Pump Fan ▪▪GAMING Fan Control

∙∙LED

▪▪Mystic Light

▪▪Mystic Light Extension (RGB) ▪▪Mystic light SYNC

▪▪EZ DEBUG LED ∙∙Protection

▪▪PCIe Steel Armor

▪▪PCIe Steel Slot

∙∙Performance

▪▪Multi GPU-CrossFire Technology

▪▪DDR4 Boost

Special Features ▪▪CORE Boost

▪▪GAME Boost ▪▪USB with type A+C

▪▪AMD Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2

∙∙VR

▪▪VR Ready

∙∙Gamer Experience

▪▪GAMING HOTKEY

▪▪GAMING MOUSE Control

∙∙BIOS

▪▪Click BIOS 5 ▪▪Flash BIOS Button ▪▪StoreMI (SW feature)

▪▪AMD FreeSync™ Ready

▪▪AMD Precision Boost OverDrive™ ∙∙Certification

▪▪GAMING Certified

Package contents

Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain:

	Motherboard	B450 TOMAHAWK MAX II
	Cable	SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack)	1
		M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack)	1
	Accessories	Case badge	1
	I/O Shielding	1
		Product registration card	1
	Application	Driver DVD	1
	Documentation	User manual	1
	Quick installation guide	1

Important

If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.

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