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MSI X399 SLI PLUS User Manual

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  • Page 1: Unpacking

    Unpacking Thank you for buying the MSI X399 SLI PLUS motherboard. Check to make sure your ® motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible. Motherboard User Drivers & Utilities Guide...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

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

  • Page 3: Quick Start

    Quick Start Preparing Tools and Components Ryzen ® Thermal Paste Threadripper CPU CPU Fan DDR4 Memory Power Supply Unit Chassis SATA Hard Disk Drive Graphics Card SATA DVD Drive Phillips Screwdriver Torqkey Screwdriver A Package of Screws Quick Start...

  • Page 4: Installing A Processor

    Installing a Processor https://youtu.be/yk4EpVUU03E Quick Start...

  • Page 5: Installing Ddr4 Memory

    Installing DDR4 memory http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs SocketTR4 CPU 4 DIMMs 8 DIMMs 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 ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1 CPU_PWR2 PCIE_PWR1 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 Installing Utilities ....................68 APP MANAGER ..................... 69 LIVE UPDATE 6 ...................... 70 COMMAND CENTER ..................... 72 X-BOOST ....................... 76 MYSTICLIGHT ......................78 MSI SMART TOOL ....................80 RAMDISK....................... 82 NETWORK MANAGER ................... 83 CPU-Z........................85 Troubleshooting ....................86 Contents...

  • Page 15: Specifications

    Supports DDR4 3600+(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ Memory 3066(OC)/ 2933(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2667(OC)/ 2400/ 2133 MHz* * For the latest information about memory, please visit http://www.msi.com ** Please refer the DIMM Slots section for more details. y 4x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots Expansion Slots y 2x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots...
  • Page 16 Continued from previous page y ASMedia ASM3142 Chipset ® ƒ 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C port on the back panel ƒ 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-A port on the back panel y AMD X399 Chipset ®...
  • Page 17 Continued from previous page y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector y 2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector y 1x 6-pin ATX 12V power connector* y 8x SATA 6Gb/s connectors y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) y 2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports)
  • Page 18 COMMAND CENTER y LIVE UPDATE 6 y SMART TOOL Software y X-BOOST y MYSTIC LIGHT y RAMDISK y NETWORK MANAGER y CPU-Z MSI GAMING y Norton™ Internet Security Solution y Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive Continued on next page Specifications...
  • Page 19 Continued from previous page ƒ Audio Boost 4 ƒ Triple Turbo M.2 ƒ Pump Fan ƒ Smart Fan Control ƒ Mystic Light ƒ Mystic Light Extension ƒ Mystic light SYNC ƒ EZ DEBUG LED ƒ M.2 Shield ƒ PCI-E Steel Armor ƒ...

  • Page 20: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram 2/ 4 Channel DDR4 Memory Processor 3x M.2 PCI Express Bus 8x USB 3.1 Gen1 Realtek ALC1220 DMI 3.0 Audio Jacks PCIe x1 slot PCIe x1 slot PCIE Bus 8x SATA 6Gb/s X399 Intel 8265 WiFi 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type C 6x USB 2.0 ASMEDIA...

  • Page 21: Rear I/O Panel

    Rear I/O Panel Audio Ports VR READY ports BIOS FLASHBACK+ port PS/2 Clear CMOS button Optical S/PDIF-Out BIOS FLASHBACK+ USB 2.0 button USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C USB 3.1 Gen1 USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A y Clear CMOS button - Power off your computer. Press and hold the Clear CMOS button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to default values.

  • Page 22: Realtek Hd Audio Manager

    Realtek HD Audio Manager After installing the Realtek HD Audio driver, the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the system tray. Double click on the icon to launch. Device Selection Advanced Settings Jack Status Application Enhancement Main Volume Connector Settings Profiles...
  • Page 23 Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Side Center/ Subwoofer Rear I/O Panel...

  • Page 24: Overview Of Components

    Overview of Components CPU_FAN1 CPU Socket CPU_PWR1 CPU_PWR2 PUMP_FAN1 DIMMB2 DIMMC1 DIMMB1 DIMMC2 DIMMA2 DIMMD1 DIMMA1 DIMMD2 ATX_PWR1 SYS_FAN1 SATA1 PCIE_PWR1 JBAT1 SATA2 PCI_E1 M2_1 SATA▼3▲4 PCI_E2 SATA▼5▲6 PCI_E3 SATA▼7▲8 M2_2 JUSB5 PCI_E4 M2_3 JUSB4 PCI_E5 JFP2 PCI_E6 JSLOW JAUD1 JRGB1 JRAINBOW1 POWER1...
  • Page 25 Component Contents Port Name Port Type Page CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, Fan Connectors SYS_FAN1~4 CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, Power Connectors PCIE_PWR1 CPU Socket SocketTR4 DIMMA1~DIMMD2 DIMM Slots JAUD1 Front Audio Connector JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector JFP1, JFP2 Front Panel Connectors JRGB1, JRAINBOW1 RGB LED connectors JSLOW1...

  • Page 26: Cpu Socket

    CPU Socket Please use the Torx screwdriver come with the AMD CPU and follow the steps below to install the CPU. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to unbox and install AMD Ryzen Threadripper CPU. https://youtu.be/yk4EpVUU03E 1. Loosen load plate screws with the AMD Torx screwdriver in the sequence 3→2→1. The load plate will automatically lift up to the fully open position.
  • Page 27 3. Remove the protective pin cap, and then close and buckle the frame rail. Protective pin cap 4. Close the load plate, and then turn the load plate screws clockwise a little with the AMD Torx screwdriver in the sequence 1→2→3→1→2→3 until they are snug. AMD Torx screwdriver 5.
  • Page 28 Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the CPU. Please retain the protective caps after installing the processor. MSI will deal with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard comes with the protective caps on the CPU socket.

  • Page 29: Oc1: Game Boost Knob

    3. Rotate the GAME BOOST knob to 0 and then power on. The configuration parameters will be returned to default values. Important You can also control the GAME BOOST function in BIOS Setup or with MSI COMMAND CENTER software. In order to optimize performance and improve system stability, when you activate the GAME BOOST function, please leave the settings in the BIOS >...

  • Page 30: Jslow1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper

    The success of overclocking depends on the components of your computer. We do not guarantee the GAME BOOST overclocking range or the damages/ risks caused by overclocking behavior. MSI components are recommended for better compatibility when using GAME BOOST function. JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper...

  • Page 31: Dimm Slots

    DIMM Slots D2D1C2C1 A1A2B1B2 Memory module installation recommendation CPU Socket 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs SocketTR4 CPU 4 DIMMs 8 DIMMs DIMMB2 DIMMD2 DIMMB2 Overview of Components...
  • Page 32 DIMMC2 DIMMB2 DIMMB2 DIMMC1 DIMMD2 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMC2 DIMMD1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1 DIMMD2 Important Always insert a memory module in the DIMMB2 slot first. To ensure system stability for Dual/ Triple/ Quad channel mode, memory modules must be of the same type, number and density. Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less than the amount of installed.

  • Page 33: Pci_E1~6: Pcie Expansion Slots

    PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 PCI_E2: PCIe 2.0 x1 PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x8 PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x16 PCI_E5: PCIe 2.0 x1 PCI_E6: PCIe 3.0 x8 Multiple graphics cards installation recommendation PCI_E1* PCI_E1* PCI_E4 PCI_E1* PCI_E1* PCI_E3 PCI_E3 PCI_E4 PCI_E4 PCI_E6...
  • Page 34 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 and to prevent deformation of the slot. For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.

  • Page 35: M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)

    M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M) Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to use M.2 Shield. https://youtu.be/NwtQBpkUazs Installing M.2 module 1. Remove the screw from the base screw. 5. Put the screw in the notch on the trailing edge of your M.2 2.

  • Page 36: Sata1~8: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors

    SATA1~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA1 SATA2 SATA4 SATA3 SATA6 SATA5 SATA8 SATA7 Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise.

  • Page 37: Cpu_Pwr1~2, Atx_Pwr1, Pcie_Pwr1: Power Connectors

    CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, PCIE_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. CPU_PWR1/ CPU_PWR2 Ground +12V Ground +12V Ground +12V Ground +12V +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V -12V Ground Ground PS-ON# Ground Ground Ground ATX_PWR1 Ground Ground PWR OK 5VSB +12V +12V...

  • Page 38: Jusb1~2: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel. USB0- USB1- USB0+ USB1+ Ground Ground No Pin Important Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.

  • Page 39: Jusb3: Usb 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector

    However, when you boot the computer into Windows ® you will need to install the MSI SUPER CHARGER application to turn ON/OFF the ®...

  • Page 40: Cpu_Fan1, Pump_Fan1, Sys_Fan1~4: Fan Connectors

    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. When you plug a 3-pin (Non-PWM) fan to a fan connector in PWM mode, the fan speed will always maintain at 100%, which might create a lot of noise.

  • Page 41: Jci1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

    JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. Normal Trigger the chassis (default) intrusion event Using chassis intrusion detector 1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis. 2.

  • Page 42: Jbat1: Clear Cmos (Reset Bios) Jumper

    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 jumpers to clear the CMOS memory. Keep Data Clear CMOS/ (default)

  • Page 43: Jrgb1, Jrainbow1: Rgb Led Connectors

    Please keeping the LED strip shorter than 2 meters to prevent dimming. 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. Overview of Components...

  • Page 44: Onboard Leds

    Onboard LEDs EZ Debug LED These LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard. 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.

  • Page 45: Fan Leds

    Fan LEDs These LEDs indicate the fan control mode. CPU_FAN1 LED PUMP_FAN1 LED LED color Fan control mode PWM mode Green DC mode LED light effect demonstration components These components are used by retailers to demonstrate onboard LED light effects. JPWRLED1 - LED power input JSEL1 - Short: press DEMOLED1 will change color Open: press DEMOLED1 will change effects...

  • Page 46: Debug Code Led

    Debug Code LED The Debug Code LED displays progress and error codes during and after POST. Refer to the Debug Code LED table for details. Debug Code LED Hexadecimal Character Table Hexadecimal 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F Debug Code LED display Boot Phases...
  • Page 47 Pre-memory PCH initialization (PCH PCH DXE initialization is started 1A - 1C module specific) PCH DXE SMM initialization is started Memory initialization. Serial Presence PCH devices initialization Detect (SPD) data reading PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module 73 - 77 Memory initialization. Memory presence specific) detection ACPI module initialization...

  • Page 48: Acpi States Codes

    PCI bus hot plug Recovery firmware image is found Clean-up of NVRAM Recovery firmware image is loaded Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM F5 - F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes settings) Recovery Error Codes B8 - BF Reserved for future AMI codes Recovery PPI is not available DXE Error Codes Recovery capsule is not found...

  • Page 49: Bios Setup

    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.

  • Page 50: 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. Press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup during POST.
  • Page 51 Before updating: Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI ® website and rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM. And then, save the MSI.ROM file to the root of USB flash drive. Important Only the FAT32 format USB flash drive supports updating BIOS by BIOS FLASHBACK+.

  • Page 52: 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 53 y Information display - click on the CPU, Memory, Storage, Fan Info and Help buttons on left side to display related information. y Function buttons - enable or disable the LAN Option ROM, Windows 10 WHQL Support, HD Audio Controller, AHCI, RAID, CPU Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by clicking on their respective button.

  • Page 54: 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 Search Language System information OC GENIE 4 switch Boot device priority bar BIOS menu BIOS menu selection selection...

  • Page 55: Settings

    SETTINGS System Status f 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 56 fAbove 4G memory/ Crypto Currency mining [Disabled] Enables or disables 64-bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4G address space. It is only available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. [Enabled] Allows you to utilize more than 4x GPUs. [Disabled] Disables this function.
  • Page 57 fSATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller. [AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) offers some advanced features to enhance the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging.
  • Page 58 fSystem Power Fault Protection [Disabled] Enables or disables the system to boot up when detecting abnormal voltage input. [Enabled] Protect the system from unexpected power operating and remain the shut down status. [Disabled] Disables this function. f Windows OS Configuration Sets Windows detailed configuration and behaviors.

  • Page 59: Boot

    fResume by USB Device [Disabled] Disables or enables system wake up from S3/S4 by USB device. [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 60: Security

    f AUTO CLR_CMOS [Disabled] Enables or disables the CMOS data to be resumed automatically when the system cannot boot to OS and reboot repeatedly. f Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI] Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS installation requirement.

  • Page 61: Save & Exit

    f Trusted Computing Sets TPM (Trusted Platform Module) function. fSecurity Device Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the TPM function to build the endorsement key for accessing the system. fAMD fTPM switch [AMD CPU fTPM] Selects TPM device. [AMD CPU fTPM] Select it for AMD Firmware TPM.
  • Page 62 Enables the GAME BOOST function by virtual button in BIOS or physical button on motherboard. Enabling GAME BOOST function can automatically overclock the system with MSI optimized overclocking profile. f A-XMP [Disabled] Please enable A-XMP or select a profile of memory module for overclocking the memory.
  • Page 63 f DRAM Frequency [Auto] Sets the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed. f Memory Try It ! [Disabled] It can improve memory compatibility or performance by choosing optimized memory preset. f Advanced DRAM Configuration (optional) Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. User can set the memory timing for each/ all memory channel.
  • Page 64 fDRAM CH_A/B / CH_C/D VRM Over Temperature Protection [Auto] Sets the temperature limit on DRAM VRM for over-temperature protection. The DRAM frequency may be throttled when VRM temperature over the specified value. If set to Auto, BIOS will configure this settings. f CPU Voltages control [Auto] These options allows you to set the voltages related to CPU.
  • Page 65 fOpcache Control [Auto] Enables/ disables Opcache. fIOMMU Mode [Auto] Enables/disables the IOMMU (I/O Memory Management Unit) for I/O Virtualization. fSpread Spectrum [Auto] This function reduces the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) generated by modulating clock generator pulses. [Enabled] Enables the spread spectrum function to reduce the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) problem.

  • Page 66: M-Flash

    M-FLASH provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Please down-load 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 67: Oc Profile

    OC PROFILE f 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 68: Software Description

    7. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Windows ® Installing Drivers 1. Start up your computer in Windows ® 2. Insert MSI Driver Disc into your optical drive. ® 3. The installer will automatically appear and it will find and list all necessary drivers.

  • Page 69: App Manager

    Motherboard Information - shows the model name of motherboard. y Total Install/ Update - click on this tab to update/ install all the applications. Important Please note that, once you uninstall the APP MANAGER, all the MSI applications and software will be uninstalled simultaneously. Software Description...

  • Page 70: 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 71: Total Installer

    1. Select the Live Update tab. 2. 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. 3. Click the Scan button at the bottom. It may take several moments to complete the process.

  • Page 72: 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 73 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. y Manual Mode - allows you to manually control the CPU fan speed by percentage.
  • Page 74 OC GENIE 4 OC GENIE 4 provides a specified CPU frequency for overclocking the CPU. Option Buttons - Advanced When click the Advanced button, The Voltage, Fan and DRAM icons will appear. y Voltage - allows you to adjust advanced voltage values of CPU and chipset. y Fan - allows you to control the system fans speed.
  • Page 75 7. 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. ® 8. Press Refresh on the MSI COMMAND CENTER APP to verify that monitoring and ® OC functions are working properly.

  • Page 76: X-Boost

    X-BOOST The MSI X-BOOST allows you to select the system performance mode to meet your current system environment or support faster storage access speed for your external storage or memory cards. Easy In Easy page, you can select one system performance mode to meet the current system environment.
  • Page 77 STORAGE BOOST - supports faster access speed of storage device. Important Please note that you can only select one mode at a time from Easy or Advance page as MSI X-BOOST function. The improved transfer rate/ access speed will vary with the USB/ storage device. Software Description...

  • Page 78: Mysticlight

    MYSTICLIGHT MYSTICLIGHT is an application allows you to control LED lights of MSI products. Main Screen The Main screen is used to configure what devices need to be synchronized and LED light effect options. Sync Devices ON/ OFF All LED...
  • Page 79 Motherboard Screen The motherboard screen is used to configure the LED light effect of the motherboard. Sync All Return Button Motherboard ON/ OFF All LED Name Profile Live Preview LED Area Light Effect Apply Button Options Save Button Note: The motherboard picture and name may vary according to different models. y Return Button - returns to the main screen.

  • Page 80: Msi Smart Tool

    MSI SMART TOOL MSI SMART TOOL is a convenient tool that can help you to create your Windows installation USB flash drive with USB 3.0 drivers, and it can also create a software RAID. Main menu After installing and activating MSI SMART TOOL, it will display a main menu for you to choose Win7 Smart Tool or Software RAID.
  • Page 81 SOFTWARE RAID This utility allows you to create a software RAID in Windows system. To create a software RAID: 1. Use checkboxs to select the disks you want included in your RAID. 2. Choose Speed Up or Backup for RAID type. y Speed Up = RAID0 y Backup = RAID1 3.

  • Page 82: 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 83: Network Manager

    NETWORK MANAGER NETWORK MANAGER is an utility for traffic shaping for the Windows 10. It can keep your internet fast during heavy upload/ download and improve your ping for online games. If your motherboard has a Wi-Fi module, NETWORK MANAGER provides virtual access point function for traffic shaping for your mobile devices.
  • Page 84 Speed Testing The speed testing is used to optimize bandwidth usage. To test the Upload and Down- load speed, please follow the steps below: 1. Click the Network Test block in NETWORK MANAGER. 2. Click Test Network Speed button. The test takes several minutes to test your network speed.

  • Page 85: Cpu-Z

    CPU-Z CPU-Z is an utility that gathers information on some of the main devices of your system. y CPU Tab - shows processor name, code name, package, specification, instructions sets, core speed and cache levels. y Caches Tab - shows extended information related to the cache capabilities. y Mainboard Tab - shows motherboard manufacturer, model name, chipset, BIOS version and graphic interface.

  • Page 86: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Lost BIOS password Before sending the motherboard for RMA repair, try to go over troubleshooting y Clear the CMOS, but that will cause guide first to see if your got similar you to lose all customized settings in the symptoms as mentioned below.

  • Page 87: Battery Information

    The point of contact for regulatory matters is MSI, recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products. MSI-NL Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son. y Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor B급 기기 (가정용 방송통신기자재) for further recycling information.
  • Page 88 MSI will comply with the product take entregar a una empresa autorizada para la recogida de back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded estos residuos.
  • Page 89 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 90 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...

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