Table of Contents
Advertisement
Unpacking
Thank you for buying the MSI
H170M PRO-VDH/ B150M PRO-VDH/ CSM-B150M PRO-
®
VDH
motherboard. Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the following
items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
Drivers & Utilities
Motherboard User
Motherboard
Disc
Guide
I/O Shield
SATA Cable
1
Unpacking
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for MSI H170M PRO-VDH
Summary of Contents for MSI H170M PRO-VDH
-
Page 1: Unpacking
Unpacking Thank you for buying the MSI H170M PRO-VDH/ B150M PRO-VDH/ CSM-B150M PRO- ® motherboard. Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible. Drivers & Utilities... -
Page 2: Safety Information
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. -
Page 3: Quick Start
Quick Start Preparing Tools and Components Intel LGA 1151 CPU ® CPU Fan Thermal Paste DDR4 Memory Power Supply Unit Chassis SATA Hard Disk Drive Graphics Card SATA DVD Drive A Package of Screws Phillips Screwdriver Quick Start... -
Page 4: Installing A Processor
Installing a Processor http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI Quick Start... -
Page 5: Installing Ddr4 Memory
Installing DDR4 memory http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs Quick Start... -
Page 6: Connecting The Front Panel Header
Connecting the Front Panel Header http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI HDD LED + Power LED + HDD LED - Power LED - Reset Switch Power Switch Reset Switch Power Switch JFP1 Reserved No Pin JFP1 HDD LED - HDD LED HDD LED + POWER LED - POWER LED POWER LED + Quick Start... -
Page 7: Installing The Motherboard
Installing the Motherboard Quick Start... -
Page 8: Installing Sata Drives
Installing SATA Drives http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc Quick Start... -
Page 9: Installing A Graphics Card
Installing a Graphics Card http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A Quick Start... -
Page 10: Connecting Peripheral Devices
Connecting Peripheral Devices Quick Start... -
Page 11: Connecting The Power Connectors
Connecting the Power Connectors http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 JPWR1 JPWR2 Quick Start... -
Page 12: Power On
Power On Quick Start... -
Page 13: Table Of Contents
Contents Unpacking ......................1 Safety Information ....................2 Quick Start ......................3 Preparing Tools and Components ................3 Installing a Processor ..................... 4 Installing DDR4 memory ..................5 Connecting the Front Panel Header ............... 6 Installing the Motherboard ..................7 Installing SATA Drives..................... - Page 14 BIOS Setup ......................32 Entering BIOS Setup ..................... 32 Resetting BIOS ...................... 33 Updating BIOS ....................... 33 EZ Mode ........................ 34 Advanced Mode ....................36 SETTINGS ......................37 Advanced ....................... 37 Boot ........................43 Security ......................... 44 Save & Exit ......................45 OC ..........................
-
Page 15: Specifications
ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode) ƒ Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® * Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot Expansion Slots 2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots 1x HDMI port, support a maximum resolution of ™... - Page 16 Continued from previous page 1x PS/2 keyboard port 1x PS/2 mouse port 1x HDMI port ™ 1x DVI-D port Back Panel 1x VGA port Connectors 2x USB 2.0 ports 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 ports 1x LAN (RJ45) port 3x audio jacks 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors...
- Page 17 Hardware Monitor ƒ MILITARY CLASS 4 Military Class Component ƒ Military Class Stability and Reliability ƒ ESD Protection ˜ EMI Protection ˜ MSI Exclusive Humidity Protection ˜ Features Circuit Protection ˜ High Temperature Protection ˜ VGA Armor Slot ˜ COMMAND CENTER System Monitor ƒ...
-
Page 18: Block Diagram
Block Diagram HDMI DVI-D Dual Channel DDR4 Memory PCI Express Bus DMI 3.0 1 x SATA Express (2 x SATA 6Gb/s) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s PCIe x1 slot H170/ B150 6 x USB 3.1 Gen1 (5 Gbps) PCIe x1 slot 6 x USB 2.0 LPC Bus NCT6793D... -
Page 19: Rear I/O Panel
Rear I/O Panel Line-in PS/2 Mouse Line-out USB 3.1 Gen1 Mic in PS/2 Keyboard DVI-D USB 2.0 LAN Port LED Status Table Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection Yellow Linked Green 100 Mbps connection Blinking Data activity Orange... - Page 20 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.
-
Page 21: Overview Of Components
Overview of Components DIMM1 SYSFAN1 DIMM2 JPWR2 CPUFAN1 DIMM3 CPU Socket DIMM4 SYSFAN2 EZ Debug LED JPWR1 JUSB1 PCI_E1 SATA5_6 PCI_E2 SE1_21-SATA43 PCI_E3 JBAT1 JAUD1 JFP2 JFP1 JUSB3 JTPM1 JCI1 JUSB2 JCOM1 JLPT1 Overview of Components... - Page 22 Component Contents Port Name Port Type Page CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~2 Fan Connectors CPU Socket LGA1151 CPU Socket DIMM1~4 DIMM Slots EZ Debug LED Debug LED indicators JAUD1 Front Audio Connector JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector JCOM1 Serial Port Connector JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors JLPT1...
-
Page 23: Cpu Socket
Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the CPU. Please retain the CPU protective cap after installing the processor. MSI will deal with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard comes with the protective cap on the CPU socket. -
Page 24: Dimm Slots
DIMM Slots DIMM1 DIMM3 Channel A Channel B DIMM2 DIMM4 Memory module installation recommendation DIMM4 DIMM4 DIMM3 DIMM2 DIMM2 DIMM2 DIMM1 Important Always insert memory modules in the DIMM2 slot first. Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less than the amount of installed. -
Page 25: Pci_E1~3: Pcie Expansion Slots
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 slot PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1 slot PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x1 slot Important When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion card’... -
Page 26: Jpwr1~2: Power Connectors
JPWR1~2: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. JPWR2 Ground +12V Ground +12V +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V -12V Ground Ground PS-ON# Ground Ground Ground JPWR1 Ground Ground PWR OK 5VSB +12V +12V +3.3V Ground Important Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard. -
Page 27: Jusb1: Usb 3.1 Gen1 Connector
JUSB1: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector This connector allows you to connect USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on the front panel. Power USB2.0+ USB3_RX_DN USB2.0- USB3_RX_DP Ground Ground USB3_TX_C_DP USB3_TX_C_DN USB3_TX_C_DN USB3_TX_C_DP Ground Ground USB3_RX_DP USB2.0- USB3_RX_DN USB2.0+ Power Ground No Pin Important Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage. -
Page 28: Jaud1: Front Audio Connector
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector This connector allow you to connect audio jacks on the front panel. MIC L Ground MIC R Head Phone R MIC Detection SENSE_SEND No Pin Head Phone L Head Phone Detection 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. -
Page 29: Cpufan1,Sysfan1~2: Fan Connectors
CPUFAN1,SYSFAN1~2: Fan Connectors Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode and Voltage Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with speed control signal. Voltage Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage. -
Page 30: Jlpt1: Parallel Port Connector
JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector This connector allows you to connect the optional parallel port with bracket. RSTB# AFD# PRND0 ERR# PRND1 PINIT# PRND2 LPT_SLIN# PRND3 Ground PRND4 Ground PRND5 Ground PRND6 Ground PRND7 Ground ACK# Ground BUSY Ground Ground SLCT No Pin JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on... -
Page 31: Jci1: Chassis Intrusion Connector
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. Normal Trigger the chassis intrusion event (default) Using chassis intrusion detector Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis. Close the chassis cover. Go to BIOS >... -
Page 32: 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. Use MSI FAST BOOT application. Click on GO2BIOS button and choose OK. The system will reboot and enter BIOS setup directly. -
Page 33: 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: Press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup during POST. -
Page 34: Ez Mode
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. XMP switch Setup Mode switch Screenshot... - Page 35 Favorites - press any Favorites tab or the F3 key to enter Favorites menu. It allows you to create personal BIOS menu where you can save and access favorite/ frequently- used BIOS setting items. Default HomePage - allows you to select a BIOS menu (e.g. SETTINGS, OC...,etc) ƒ...
-
Page 36: Advanced Mode
Advanced Mode Press Setup Mode switch or F7 function key can switch between EZ Mode and Advanced Mode in BIOS setup. XMP switch Setup Mode switch Screenshot Favorites Language System information Boot device priority bar BIOS menu BIOS menu selection selection Menu display XMP switch/ Setup Mode switch/ Screenshot/ Favorites/ Language/ System... -
Page 37: Settings
SETTINGS System Status 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>... - Page 38 fPEG X - Max Link Speed [Auto] Sets PCI Express protocol of PCIe x16 slots for matching different installed devices. [Auto] This item will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only. [Gen2] Enables PCIe Gen2 support only. [Gen3] Enables PCIe Gen3 support only.
- Page 39 fSE1-RST Pcie Storage Remapping [Disabled] Enables or disables Intel Rapid Storage Technology for SATAe PCIe device. This item will appear when SATA Mode is set to RAID Mode. fSATAx Hot Plug [Disabled] Allows user to enable or disable the SATA hot plug support. [Enabled] Enables hot plug support for the SATA ports.
- Page 40 fLegacy USB Support [Enabled] Sets Legacy USB function support. [Auto] The system will automatically detect if any USB device is connected and enable the legacy USB support. [Enabled] Enable the USB support under legacy mode. [Disabled] The USB devices will be unavailable under legacy mode. Super IO Configuration Sets system Super I/O chip parameters including LPT and COM ports.
- Page 41 Disables this function. fMSI Fast Boot [Disabled] MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It will disable more devices to speed up system boot time which is faster than the boot time of Fast Boot. [Enabled] Enables the MSI Fast Boot function to speed up booting time.
- Page 42 fSecure Boot Sets the Windows secure boot to prevent the unauthorized accessing. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu appear when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support is enabled. fSecure Boot Support [Disabled] Enables or disables secure boot support. [Enabled] Enables the secure boot function and allow you to set the secure boot settings.
-
Page 43: Boot
fResume by USB Device [Disabled] Enables or disables the system wake up by USB devices. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from sleep state when activity of USB device is detected. [Disabled] Disables this function. fResume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 mouse. -
Page 44: Security
Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI] Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS installation requirement. This item will become un-selectable and will be configured automatically by BIOS when Windows 8.1/ 10 WHQL Support is enabled. [UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only. -
Page 45: Save & Exit
fChassis Intrusion [Disabled] Enables or disables recording messages when the chassis is opened. This function is ready for the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch. [Enabled] Once the chassis is opened, the system will record and issue a warning message. [Reset] Clear the warning message. -
Page 46: Oc
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. 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. - Page 47 Ring Ratio [Auto] Sets the ring ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU. Adjusted Ring Frequency Shows the adjusted Ring frequency. Read-only. GT Ratio [Auto] Sets the integrated graphics ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU.
- Page 48 Adjusted DRAM Frequency Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only. DRAM Timing Mode [Link] Selects the memory timing mode. [Link] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing for all memory channel. [UnLink] Allows user to configure the DRAM timing for respective memory channel.
- Page 49 MEMORY-Z 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]. fDIMMx Memory SPD Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu displays the information of installed memory.
- Page 50 fHardware Prefetcher [Enabled] Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher (MLC Streamer prefetcher). [Enabled] Allows the hardware prefetcher to automatically pre-fetch data and instructions into L2 cache from memory for tuning the CPU performance. [Disabled] Disables the hardware prefetcher. fAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled] Enables or disables the CPU hardware prefetcher (MLC Spatial prefetcher).
- Page 51 fEIST [Enabled] Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology. This item will ® appear when OC Explore Mode is set to Normal. [Enabled] Enables the EIST to adjust CPU voltage and core frequency dynamically. It can decrease average power consumption and average heat production.
-
Page 52: M-Flash
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. -
Page 53: Oc Profile
OC PROFILE Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press <Enter> to enter the sub- menu. fSet Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Name the current overclocking profile. fSave Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Save the current overclocking profile. -
Page 54: Hardware Monitor
HARDWARE MONITOR Current Temperature & Speed information Fan control field Setting Buttons 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. Please check the Smart Fan Mode box to enable the Smart Fan. -
Page 55: Software Description
7/ 8.1/ 10. ® Installing Drivers Start up your computer in Windows 7/ 8.1/ 10. ® Insert MSI Driver Disc into your optical drive. ® The installer will automatically appear and it will find and list all necessary drivers. Click Install button. -
Page 56: Command Center
COMMAND CENTER COMMAND CENTER is an user-friendly software and exclusively developed by MSI, helping users to adjust system settings and monitor status under OS. With the help of COMMAND CENTER, making it possible to achieve easier and efficient monitoring process and adjustments than that under BIOS. In addition, the COMMAND CENTER can be a server for mobile remote control application. - Page 57 CPU Fan CPU Fan control panel provides Smart mode and Manual Mode. You can switch the control mode by clicking the Smart Mode and Manual Mode buttons on the top of the CPU Fan control panel. Manual Mode - allows you to manually control the CPU fan speed by percentage.
- Page 58 Option Buttons - Advanced When click the Advanced button, The Voltage, Fan and DRAM icons will appear. Voltage - allows you to adjust advanced voltage values of CPU and chipset. Fan - allows you to control the system fans speed. DRAM - shows the current Advanced DRAM parameters, and allows you to change the settings by selecting values from the drop-down menu on the right hand side.
- Page 59 Find the IP address on the SoftAP Management Setting area, and enter the IP address on your MSI COMMAND CENTER APP to link your system. ® Press Refresh on the MSI COMMAND CENTER APP to verify that monitoring and ® OC functions are working properly.
-
Page 60: Live Update 6
LIVE UPDATE 6 LIVE UPDATE 6 is an application for the MSI system to scan and download the latest ® drivers, BIOS and utilities. With LIVE UPDATE 6, you don’ t need to search the drivers on websites, and don’ t need to know the models of motherboard and graphics cards. -
Page 61: Total Installer
Choose Automatic scan, system will automatically scan all the items and search for the latest update files. Or you can choose Manual scan and select the items you wish to scan. Click the Scan button at the bottom. It may take several moments to complete the process. -
Page 62: M-Cloud
M-CLOUD M-CLOUD is an application of MSI network sharing. It allows you to turn your computer into Wi-Fi AP. It can also transfer files between your MSI computers. Soft AP ON/OFF History Server Information Users & Permissions Server Local Directory... - Page 63 Setting up Soft AP (optional) The Soft AP function is only available for the motherboard with the built-in WiFi module. You can share your network connection to your smartphones, tablets and laptops with the Soft AP function. Important You must have an active network connection and an installed Wi-Fi moudle to enable Soft AP.
- Page 64 Managing User Accounts This section describes how to create/ remove a user account and configure individual access permissions. Click the Users & Permissions button and the Users & Permissions Management window will pop up. Click Add Account button create a new user account. Fill in user’...
-
Page 65: Ramdisk
RAMDISK RAMDISK creates a virtual RAM drive using the available memory in your computer, the performance of the RAMDISK is faster than an SSD and hard drive. RAMDISK allows you to store any temporary information on it. Furthermore, using the RAMDISK will extend your SSD’... -
Page 66: Network Genie
Exit - exits NETWORK GENIE. In case no icon is shown on the system tray, it is possible to activate NETWORK GENIE manually by clicking Start > Programs > MSI > NETWORK GENIE > NETWORK GENIE. NETWORK GENIE Control Panel Mode - allows you to quickly change bandwidth priorities for different applications. - Page 67 Configuring Application’ s Network Priority Go to Application tab. Click L to assign the low network priority to the application, and H to hight. You can also click the Lock icon to block an application network connection. Click the Save button to store your settings. Configuring Network Speed There are two parts in the Advanced tab, one is Internet Speed, and another is Delay/ Sensitivity Settings.
-
Page 68: Intel ® Extreme Tuning Utility
Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ® Intel Extreme Tuning Utility (Intel XTU) is a simple overclocking software for you to ® tune, test and monitor your system. Tuning Controls Views Settings Help System Navigation Table System System Monitors Graphs Views Settings Help Views - toggles to switche between Monitoring and Show All view. -
Page 69: Raid Configuration (Optional)
RAID Configuration (optional) Below are the different types of a RAID. RAID 0 breaks the data into blocks which are written to separate hard drives. Spreading the hard drive I/O load across independent channels greatly improves I/O performance. RAID 1 provides data redundancy by mirroring data between the hard drives and provides enhanced read performance. - Page 70 Creating RAID Volume Select option Create RAID Volume and press Enter key. The following screen appears. CREATE VOLUME MENU Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID1(Mirror) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : N / A Capacity : XXX.X GB Sync : N / A Create Volume...
-
Page 71: Delete Raid 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 If your system currently boots to RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the IRST Option ROM, your system will become unbootable. -
Page 72: Degraded Raid Array
Important You will lose all data on the RAID drives and any internal RAID structures when you perform this operation. Possible reasons to Reset Disks to Non-RAID could include issues such as incompatible RAID configurations or a failed volume or failed disk. Recovery Volume Options Select option Recovery Volume Options from the main menu screen and press Enter to change recovery volume mode. -
Page 73: Failed Hard Drive Member
Reboot to Windows ; the rebuild will occur automatically. ® Failed Hard Drive Member Power off. Replace the failed hard drive with a new one that is of equal or greater capacity. Reboot the system to IRST Option ROM by press Ctrl + I keys during the POST. Select the port of the destination disk for rebuilding, and then press Enter. -
Page 74: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Lost BIOS password Before sending the motherboard for RMA repair, try to go over troubleshooting Clear the CMOS, but that will cause guide first to see if your got similar you to lose all customized settings in symptoms as mentioned below. the BIOS. -
Page 75: Regulatory Notices
EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Council), MSI provides the information of chemical Operation is subject to the following two conditions: substances in products at: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm. - Page 76 FRANÇAIS Da bi zaštitili prirodnu sredinu, i kao preduze e koje En tant qu’ écologiste et afin de protéger vodi ra una o okolini i prirodnoj sredini, MSI mora da l’ environnement, MSI tient à rappeler ceci... vas podesti da…...
- Page 77 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.
- Page 78 Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. y Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com y Register your product at: http://register.msi.com...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the H170M PRO-VDH and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers