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Page 1: Unpacking
Unpacking Thank you for buying the MSI B360-F PRO/ H310-F 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 Installation 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: Table Of Contents
LAN Port LED Status Table................... 10 Debug LED Table ....................10 Realtek HD Audio Manager .................. 11 Overview of Components ..................12 B360-F PRO ......................12 H310-F PRO ......................13 CPU Socket ......................15 DIMM Slots ......................17 PCI_E1~18: PCIe Expansion Slots ................ 19 PCIe Slot LEDs ...................... - Page 4 SETTINGS ......................34 Advanced ....................... 35 Boot ........................40 Security ......................... 41 Save & Exit ......................42 OC .......................... 43 M-FLASH ......................49 OC PROFILE ......................50 HARDWARE MONITOR ..................51 Software Description ................... 52 Installing Windows 10 ..................52 ®...
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Page 5: Specifications
® * Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. y 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot y 17x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots （B360-F PRO） / 12x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots Expansion Slot （H310-F PRO） y 1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of... - Page 6 3x Audio jacks y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector y 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector y 3x 4-pin PCIe power connectors （B360-F PRO） / 2x 4-pin PCIe power connectors （H310-F PRO） y 4x 2-pin PS_ON connectors y 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors y 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.1...
- Page 7 DPC LATENCY TUNER Software y FAST BOOT y X-BOOST y SUPER CHARGER y NETWORK MANAGER y CPU-Z MSI GAMING y Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ® y Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive y Norton™ Internet Security Solution Continued on next page...
- Page 8 Continued from previous page y Audio ƒ Audio Boost y Network ƒ Intel LAN with Network Manager y Fan ƒ Smart Fan Control y LED Special Features ƒ EZ DEBUG LED y Stability ƒ 7000+ Quality Test y VR ƒ VR Ready y BIOS ƒ...
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Page 9: Block Diagram
Block Diagram HDMI DVI-D 2 Channel DDR4 Memory PCIe x16 PCI_E1 DMI 3.0 USB 3.1 Gen1 PCI_E2~6 B360/ H310 USB 2.0 SATA 6Gb/s PCI_E7~13 ASM1187E NV5567 Super I/O Realtek ALC887 PCI_E14~18 P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard (B360 only) Audio Jacks Block Diagram... -
Page 10: Rear I/O Panel
Rear I/O Panel Line-In PS/2 Line-Out USB 2.0 USB 2.0 DVI-D USB 3.1 Gen1 Debug LED 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 11: 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 12: Overview Of Components
Overview of Components B360-F PRO CPU Socket DIMMA1 DIMMB1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_PWR1 JPS_ON1 JPS_ON2 JPS_ON3 JPS_ON4 ATX_PWR1 JUSB2 SYS_FAN1 SATA1 SATA2 PCI_E1~18 GPU_PWR1 GPU_PWR2 GPU_PWR3 SATA4 SATA3 JBAT1 JCOM1 JCI1 RESET1 JFP2 JAUD1 POWER1 JFP1 JUSB1 CLR_CMOS1 JTPM1 Overview of Components... -
Page 13: H310-F Pro
H310-F PRO CPU Socket DIMMA1 DIMMB1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_PWR1 JPS_ON1 JPS_ON2 JPS_ON3 JPS_ON4 ATX_PWR1 JUSB2 SYS_FAN1 SATA1 SATA2 PCI_E1~13 GPU_PWR1 GPU_PWR2 SATA4 SATA3 JBAT1 JCOM1 JCI1 RESET1 JFP2 JAUD1 POWER1 JFP1 JUSB1 CLR_CMOS1 JTPM1 Overview of Components... - Page 14 Component Contents Port Name Port Type Page CLR_CMOS1 Clear CMOS Button CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1 Fan Connectors CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1, Power Connectors GPU_PWR1~3 (optional) CPU Socket LGA1151 CPU Socket DIMMA1, DIMMB1 DIMM Slots JAUD1 Front Audio Connector JBAT1 Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector JCOM1...
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Page 15: 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 16 Installing a Processor https://youtu.be/4ce91YC3Oww Overview of Components...
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Page 17: Dimm Slots
DIMM Slots DIMMA1 DIMMB1 Channel A Channel B Memory module installation recommendation DIMMB1 DIMMA1 DIMMA1 Important Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA1 slot first. Due to chipset resource usage, the available capacity of memory will be a little less than the amount of installed. - Page 18 Installing DDR4 memory http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs Overview of Components...
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Page 19: Pci_E1~18: Pcie Expansion Slots
PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes) PCI_E5~7: PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH lanes) PCI_E8~10: PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH lanes) PCI_E11~13: PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH lanes) PCI_E14~16 (B360-F PRO): PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH lanes) PCI_E17~18 (B360-F PRO): PCIe 2.0 x1 (PCH lanes) -
Page 20: Pcie Slot Leds
PCIe Slot LEDs There is an LED indicator next to each PCIe slot. If the LED light is on, it indicates that the graphics card is working properly. If the LED light is off, it indicates that the graphics card is not detected. ON: The graphics card works normally. -
Page 21: Cpu_Pwr1, Atx_Pwr1, Gpu_Pwr1~3 (Optional): Power Connectors
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1, GPU_PWR1~3 (optional): Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect the ATX power supply unit (PSU). CPU_PWR1 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... -
Page 22: Cpu_Fan1, Sys_Fan1: Fan Connectors
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: 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 23: Sata1~4: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors
SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise. -
Page 24: Jaud1: Front Audio Connector
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector This connector allows 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 25: Jusb1: Usb 2.0 Connector
JUSB1: USB 2.0 Connector 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 26: 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 1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis. 2. -
Page 27: Power1, Reset1: Power Button, Reset Button
POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button The Power / Reset button allows you to power on / reset the computer. CLR_CMOS1: 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. Clear CMOS button Power button Reset button... -
Page 28: 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. y Use MSI FAST BOOT application. Click on GO2BIOS button and choose OK. The system will reboot and enter BIOS setup directly. -
Page 29: Boot Screen
Boot Screen When the system boots up, the following figure will appear on the screen. Motherboard Name Mining Mode GPU Status Indicator Hotkey Description y GPU Status - displays the working status of the PCIe slots. Green slot: The graphics card works normally. Red slot: The slot is empty or the graphics card has an error. -
Page 30: 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 computer. -
Page 31: 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 32 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 Mining Mode, Fast Boot, LAN Option ROM, AHCI Activated, CPU Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by clicking on their respective button.
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Page 33: 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 Boot device priority bar BIOS menu BIOS menu selection selection Menu display y XMP switch/ Setup Mode switch/ Screenshot/ Language/ System information/ Boot... -
Page 34: Settings
SETTINGS f Mining Mode [Enabled] When Enabled, the BIOS will automatically set mining system related parameters. [Enabled] Change the parameters to Mining Mode. [Disabled] Change the parameters to Standard Mode. System Status f System Date Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements. The format is <day>... -
Page 35: Advanced
Advanced f PCI Subsystem Settings Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. fPEG0 - Max Link Speed [Gen1] Sets PCI Express protocol of PCIe x16 slot for matching different installed devices. [Auto] This item will be configured automatically by BIOS. - Page 36 fNetwork Stack [Disabled] Sets UEFI network stack for optimizing IPv4 / IPv6 function. [Enabled] Enables UEFI network stack. [Disabled] Disables UEFI network stack. fIpv4 PXE Support [Enabled] When Enabled, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv4 protocol. This item will appear when Network Stack is enabled.
- Page 37 fIGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Enables or disables the multi-screen output from integrated graphics and external graphics card. This item appears when Initiate Graphic Adapter set to PEG. [Enabled] Enables multi-screen function for both integrated and external graphics cards. [Disabled] Disables this function. f USB Configuration Sets the onboard USB controller and device function.
- Page 38 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 39 fKey Management Manages the secure boot keys. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub- menu will appear when Secure Boot Mode sets to Custom. f Wake Up Event Setup Sets system wake up behaviors for different sleep modes. Press Enter to enter the sub-menu.
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Page 40: Boot
fResume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Enables or disables the system wake up by PS/2 keyboard. [Any Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when activity of any key on PS/2 keyboard is detected. [Hot Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when activity of hot key on PS/2 keyboard is detected. -
Page 41: Security
f FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities Sets device priority for system boot. f Boot Option Priorities These items are used to prioritize the installed boot devices. Security f Administrator Password Sets administrator password for system security. User has full rights to change the BIOS items with administrator password. -
Page 42: 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 43 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. f 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 44 f CPU Ratio Offset When Running AVX [Auto] Sets a offset value to lower the CPU core ratio. It could be helpful for heat dissipation when running AVX instruction set. If set to Auto, BIOS will configure this setting automatically. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this function. f Ring Ratio [Auto] Sets the ring ratio.
- Page 45 f Memory Try It ! [Disabled] It improve memory compatibility or performance by choosing optimized memory preset. f 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 46 f 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]. fDIMMA1/B1 Memory SPD Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu displays the information of installed memory.
- Page 47 fAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled] Enables or disables the CPU hardware prefetcher (MLC Spatial prefetcher). [Enabled] Enables adjacent cache line prefetching for reducing the cache latency time and tuning the performance to the specific application. [Disabled] Enables the requested cache line only. fCPU AES Instructions [Enabled] Enables or disables the CPU AES (Advanced Encryption Standard-New Instructions) support.
- Page 48 fCPU Current Limit (A) [Auto] Sets maximum current limit of CPU package in Turbo Boost mode. When the current is over the specified value, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency for reducing the current. fFCLK Frequency [Auto] Sets FCLK frequency. Lower FCLK frequency may help you to set higher base clock frequency.
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Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: Hardware Monitor
HARDWARE MONITOR Temperature & Speed Fan Manage Setting Buttons Temperature/ Voltage display f Temperature & Speed Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds. f Fan Manage ƒ PWM - allows you to select the PWM mode for fan operation. ƒ... -
Page 52: Software Description
Software Description Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows ® 1. Power on the computer. 2. Insert the Windows 10 disc into your optical drive. ® 3. Press the Restart button on the computer case. -
Page 53: 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 54: 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 55 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.
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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. y 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. y Voltage - allows you to adjust advanced voltage values of CPU and chipset. y Fan - allows you to control the system fans speed. y 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 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.
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Page 60: 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 61 OPTANE BOOST - supports faster access speed of Intel Optane memory (require a reboot). 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...
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Page 62: Dpc Latency Tuner
DPC LATENCY TUNER DPC LATENCY TUNER is a convenient tool that helps you optimize your PC settings to get a smooth audio/video playback experience and a faster responsive system. For instance, you can regulate the CPU, iGPU ratio and DRAM frequency easily when playing different games. -
Page 63: Smart Tool
SMART TOOL SMART TOOL is a convenient tool that can help you to create your Windows installation USB flash drive, and it can also create a super RAID. Main menu After installing and activating SMART TOOL, it will display a main menu for you to choose Smart Tool or SUPER RAID. - Page 64 SUPER RAID This utility allows you to create a super RAID in Windows system. To create a super 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.
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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 Manager
NETWORK MANAGER NETWORK MANAGER is an utility for traffic shaping for the Windows 7/ 8.1/ 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 67 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.
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Page 68: 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 69 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 70 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 71 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 72 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. Technical Support...
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