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MSI X99A GODLIKE GAMING CARBON Manual

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X99A GODLIKE GAMING
CARBON
Motherboard
G52-78831X4

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  • Page 1 Preface X99A GODLIKE GAMING CARBON Motherboard G52-78831X4...
  • Page 2 Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
  • Page 3 If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, 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/support/ Contact our technical staff at: http://register.msi.com/...
  • Page 4 Safety Instructions ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ￭ Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. ￭ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ￭ Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. ￭ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating.
  • Page 5 FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement 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.
  • Page 6 Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment and its antenna should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This equipment and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 7 ￭ 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.
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
  • Page 10 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 11 2008 № 1057. Việt Nam RoHS Kể từ ngày 01/12/2012, tất cả các sản phẩm do công ty MSI sản xuất tuân thủ Thông tư số 30/2011/TT-BCT quy định tạm thời về giới hạn hàm lượng cho phép của một số...

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    ▍ CONTENTS Chapter 1 Getting Started................1-1 Packing Contents ....................1-2 Assembly Precautions ..................1-3 Motherboard Specifications .................. 1-4 Block Diagram ...................... 1-8 Connectors Quick Guide ..................1-9 Back Panel Quick Guide ..................1-11 CPU (Central Processing Unit) ................1-13 Introduction to the LGA2011-3 CPU ............1-13 CPU &...
  • Page 13 BIOS1: Multi-BIOS Switch ................1-35 OC_SW1: OC Genie Mode Switch .............. 1-36 AUDIO_SW1: Audio Selection Switch ............1-36 SLOW_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch ............1-37 LED Status Indicators ..................1-38 LED Status Table ..................1-38 Debug Code LED Table ................1-39 Drivers and Utilities ....................
  • Page 14 Appendix A Audio Application ..............A-1 Realtek Audio .......................A-2 Software Configuration ..................A-2 Software panel overview ................A-2 Auto popup dialog ..................A-3 Nahimic ........................A-4 Installation and Update ..................A-4 Audio ......................A-4 Microphone ....................A-5 HD Audio Recorder ..................A-6 Appendix B Intel RAID ................B-1 Introduction ......................B-2 Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM..........B-3 Degraded RAID Array ..................B-10...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the X99A GODLIKE GAMING CARBON Series (MS- 7883 v1.X) EATX motherboard. The X99A GODLIKE GAMING CARBON Series motherboards are based on Intel ® X99 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel ®...

  • Page 16: Packing Contents

    GODLIKE GAMING CARBON motherboard or the system that has the Type-C interface connector. Make sure you have install the USB 3.1 Gen 2 driver before using it on the X99A GODLIKE GAMING CARBON motherboard. For Micro-B, you can use the OTG device as a extended storage device on the smart phone or the tablet that has the Micro-B interface connector.

  • Page 17: Assembly Precautions

    Assembly Precautions ■ The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly. ■ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.

  • Page 18: Motherboard Specifications

    ■ Supports New Intel ® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition for LGA2011-3 Socket* Support * For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com ■ Intel ® Chipset X99 Express Chipset ■ 8x DDR4 memory slots supporting up to 128GB Memory ■...
  • Page 19 - 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) port on the back panel - 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C port on the back panel * Internal JUSB3 connector supports MSI Super Charger. ■ Realtek ® Audio ALC1150 Codec - 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio...
  • Page 20 ■ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector Internal ■ 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector Connectors ■ 1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector ■ 10x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ■ 1x M.2 connector ■ 1x SATA Express connector ■ 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) ■...
  • Page 21 ■ MSI - COMMAND CENTER - LIVE UPDATE 6 - SMART UTILITIES - SUPER CHARGE - FAST BOOT - MSI GAMING APP ■ XSplit Gamecaster ■ Nahimic ■ Norton Internet Security Solution ■ Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ■ SteelSeries Engine ■...

  • Page 22: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram 4 Channel DDR4 Memory Haswell-E Processor LGA2011-3 CPU Switch Switch PCI Express Bus Switch PCI Express Bus Killer E2400 Gigabit LAN DMI 2.0 1 x M.2 Switch 1 x SATA Express Wi-Fi / Bluetooth ASMEDIA X99 PCH ASM1042AE 10 x SATA 6Gb/s 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 (2 ports reserved for SATA Express)

  • Page 23: Connectors Quick Guide

    Connectors Quick Guide Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion BIOS1 module connector JPWR3 CPUFAN2 OC_SW1 JPWR2 DIMM1 DIMM8 CPUFAN1 DIMM2 DIMM7 DIMM3 DIMM6 DIMM4 DIMM5 POWER1 Back RESET1 Panel JPWR1 SYSFAN3 JUSB3 PCI_E1 SATA1_2 PCI_E2 SATA3_4 PCI_E3 SE1_65-SATA_87 PCI_E4 M2_1 SATA9_10 JCI1 PCI_E5 JBAT1 JUSB4 SYSFAN2 JAUD1...
  • Page 24 Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Port Type Page AUDIO_SW1 Audio Selection Switch 1-36 BIOS1 Multi-BIOS Switch 1-35 LGA2011-3 Socket 1-13 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3 Fan Power Connectors 1-26 JAUD1 Front Panel Audio Connector 1-30 JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper 1-34 JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 1-29 JFP1, JFP2 System Panel Connectors...

  • Page 25: Back Panel Quick Guide

    Back Panel Quick Guide Wi-Fi /Bluetooth Antenna Connectors PS/2 Port* LAN Port LAN Port USB 3.1 CS-Out Line-In/ SS-Out Gen2 Port Clear 6.3mm CMOS headphone RS-Out Line-Out Button USB 2.0 Port* USB 3.1 Gen2 USB 3.1 USB 3.1 Optical Type-C Port Gen1 Port Gen1 Port S/PDIF-Out...
  • Page 26 ▶ LAN Port The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN). LED Status Description No link Link/ Activity LED Yellow Linked LINK/ACT SPEED Blinking Data activity 10 Mbps connection Speed LED Green 100 Mbps connection Orange 1 Gbps connection ▶...

  • Page 27: Cpu (Central Processing Unit)

    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 recommend. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.

  • Page 28: Cpu & Heatsink Installation

    CPU & Heatsink Installation When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard.
  • Page 29 5. Line up the CPU to fit the CPU socket. Be sure to hold the CPU by the base with the metal contacts facing downward. The alignment keys on the CPU will line up with the edges of the CPU socket to ensure a correct fit. 6.
  • Page 30 9. Evenly spread a thin layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) on the top of the CPU. This will help in heat dissipation and prevent CPU overheating. 10. Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. CPUFAN1 Thermal paste 11.

  • Page 31: Memory

    Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install memory. http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs Up to Quad-Channel mode This motherboard supports up to four memory channels. Two DIMM slots provide a single channel.
  • Page 32 Suggestions for Multi-Channel mode population rule Dual-Channel mode Installed DIMMs Diagram (2 memory modules) DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM1, DIMM5 DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5 Triple-Channel mode Installed DIMMs Diagram (3 memory modules) DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM1, DIMM3, DIMM5 DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5...
  • Page 33 Quad-Channel mode Installed DIMMs Diagram (6 memory modules) DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM1, DIMM2, DIMM3, DIMM5, DIMM6, DIMM7 DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5 Installed DIMMs Diagram (8 memory modules) DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM1, DIMM2, DIMM4 DIMM3, DIMM4, DIMM5, DIMM6, DIMM8 DIMM7, DIMM8 DIMM7 DIMM6 DIMM5...

  • Page 34: Mounting Screw Holes

    Mounting Screw Holes When installing the motherboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for an motherboard on the mounting plate in your computer case. If there is an I/O back plate that came with the computer case, please replace it with the I/O backplate that came with the motherboard package.

  • Page 35: Power Supply

    Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors. http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 JPWR1~3: ATX Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. To connect the ATX power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into the connector.

  • Page 36: Expansion Slots

    Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot PCIe Bandwidth Table ■ 3.0 = PCIe Gen 3.0 lanes, 2.0 = PCIe Gen 2.0 lanes Bandwidth 1-Way 2-Way...

  • Page 37: Video/ Graphics Cards

    Adding on one or more discrete video cards will significantly boost the system’s graphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install a graphics card on PCIe x16 slot with butterfly lock.

  • Page 38: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors SATA1~10: SATA Connectors This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray). Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install SATA HDD. http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc SATA2 SATA1...

  • Page 39: Se1_65: Sata Express Connector

    SE1_65: SATA Express Connector The SATA Express, a new high performance storage interface, supports to connect 1 SATA Express device with up to 10 Gb/s transfer rate. Connects the SATA Express device to this 3-in-1 connector by a SATA Express cable. SATA Express M2_1: M.2 Port The M.2 port supports either M.2 SATA 6Gb/s module or M.2 PCIe module.

  • Page 40: Cpufan1~2,Sysfan1~3: Fan Power Connectors

    CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Remember to connect all system fans.

  • Page 41: Jfp1, Jfp2: System Panel Connectors

    JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors These connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector ® is compliant with the Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. When installing the front panel connectors, please use the optional M-Connector to simplify installation.

  • Page 42: Jusb3~4: Usb 3.1 Gen1 Expansion Connectors

    • Please only connect one device per USB port to ensure stable charging. • Super-Charger Technology is only available on select MSI motherboard models. Please refer to the MSI website to check if your motherboard has Super-Charger technology. • For iPad, JUSB3 (red mark) can still charge iPad in S3, S4, S5 state.

  • Page 43: Jusb1~2: Usb 2.0 Expansion Connectors

    JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others. Important Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.

  • Page 44: Jaud1: Front Panel Audio Connector

    JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer ® case. This connector is compliant with the Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.

  • Page 45: Voltage Checkpoints

    Voltage Checkpoints These voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages. FV1: V-Check Connectors To check the voltage, please use the optional voltage checkpoint cables included in the motherboard package. Attach the positive lead of the multimeter to the voltage checkpoint cable and the negative lead to the ground connector.

  • Page 46: Button

    BIOS section of the manual for instructions on how to turn off OC Genie from the BIOS. • The usage of OC Genie is at the user’s own risk. Overclocking is never guaranteed by MSI. • To ensure successfully OC Genie usage, MSI components are recommended. Getting Started 1-32...

  • Page 47: Power1: Power Button

    POWER1: Power Button This button is used to turn-on and turn-off the system. Press the button once to turn-on or turn-off the system. RESET1: Reset Button This reset button is used to reset the system. Press the button to reset the system. 1-33 Getting Started...

  • Page 48: Jumper

    Jumper JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to clear the CMOS RAM. Keep Data Clear Data Important...

  • Page 49: Switch

    BIOS by following the steps. Preparation: 1. Prepare a USB flash drive. 2. Download the BIOS file from the MSI official website (www.msi.com), and then decompress the file. 3. Save the BIOS file to the root folder of the USB flash drive.

  • Page 50: Oc_Sw1: Oc Genie Mode Switch

    OC_SW1: OC Genie Mode Switch This switch provides two overclocking modes (Gear 1 and Gear 2) for OC Genie operation. When you press the OC Genie button, the overclocking procedure will be performed according to the setting of this switch. The Gear 1 Mode is the default setting.

  • Page 51: Slow_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch

    SLOW_1: Slow Mode Booting Switch This switch is used for LN2 cooling solution, that provides the extreme overclocking conditions, to boot at a stable processor frequency and to prevent the system from crashing. Normal Enabled (Default) (Please enable this swtich during BIOS POST.) Important •...

  • Page 52: Led Status Indicators

    LED Status Indicators OC Switch Gear 1 LED OC Switch Gear 2 LED XMP LED Debug code LED BIOS B LED Slow Mode LED BIOS A LED LED Status Table The following table describes the status of LED indicators. LED Status Description OC Switch Gear 1 Blue...

  • Page 53: Debug Code Led Table

    Debug Code LED Table Please refer to the table below to get more information about the Debug Code LED message. Post Status Power on CPU Initialization 02,07 Power on North Bridge Initialization 03,08 Power on South Bridge Initialization 04,09 Power on Cache Initialization 11~14,32~36,56~5A Early CPU Initialization 15~18,37~3A...

  • Page 54: Drivers And Utilities

    After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the performance of the new computer you just built. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide.
  • Page 55 Chapter 2 Quick Installation This chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code. Important The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
  • Page 56 CPU Installation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnwHWBx3NnE Quick Installation...

  • Page 57: Chapter 2 Quick Installation

    Quick Installation...

  • Page 58: Memory Installation

    Memory Installation http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs Quick Installation...

  • Page 59: Motherboard Installation

    Motherboard Installation Quick Installation...
  • Page 60 Quick Installation...

  • Page 61: Power Connectors Installation

    Power Connectors Installation http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 Quick Installation...
  • Page 62 Quick Installation...

  • Page 63: Sata Hdd Installation

    SATA HDD Installation http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc Quick Installation...

  • Page 64: M.2 Module Installation

    M.2 module Installation http://youtu.be/JCTFABytrYA 30° Quick Installation 2-10...

  • Page 65: Front Panel Connector Installation

    Front Panel Connector Installation JFP1 Connector Installation http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI Front Panel Audio Connector Installation 2-11 Quick Installation...

  • Page 66: Peripheral Connector Installation

    Peripheral Connector Installation USB2.0 Connector Installation USB3.0/ 3.1 Connector Installation Quick Installation 2-12...

  • Page 67: Graphics Card Installation

    Graphics Card Installation http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A 2-13 Quick Installation...
  • Page 68 Quick Installation 2-14...

  • Page 69: Chapter 3 Bios Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Setup CLICK BIOS is a revolutionary UEFI interface that allows you to setup and configure your system for optimum use. Using your mouse and keyboard, users can change BIOS settings, monitor CPU temperature, select the boot device priority and view system information such as the CPU name, DRAM capacity, the OS version and the BIOS version.

  • Page 70: Entering Setup

    (optional) on the motherboard to enable the system going to BIOS setup directly at next boot. Click "GO2BIOS" tab on "MSI Fast Boot" utility screen. Important Please be sure to install the “MSI Fast Boot” utility before using it to enter the BIOS setup. BIOS Setup...

  • Page 71: Overview

    Overview After entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed. Temperature monitor My Favorites Language System information Boot device priority bar Virtual OC Genie Button BIOS menu BIOS menu selection selection Menu display ▶ BIOS menu selection The following options are available: ■...
  • Page 72 Enables or disables the OC Genie function by clicking on this button. When enabled, this button will be light. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock with MSI optimized overclocking profile. Important We recommend that you do not to make any modification in OC menu mode and do not to load defaults after enabling the OC Genie function.
  • Page 73 Adding BIOS item to Favorite 1~5 1. Move the mouse cursor to highlight a BIOS setting item. 2. Right-click (or press "F2" key) and then choose a favorite menu (Favorite 1~5) to add the BIOS item. Choose a favorite menu to add the BIOS item Deleting BIOS item from Favorite 1~5 1.

  • Page 74: Operation

    Operation You can control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations. Hot key Mouse Description <↑↓→← > Select Item Move the cursor <Enter> Select Icon/ Field Click/ Double-click the left button <Esc>...

  • Page 75: Updating Bios

    Updating BIOS Updating the 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 disk. Important Only the FAT32/ NTFS format USB flash disk supports updating BIOS by M-FLASH.

  • Page 76: 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 77 ▶ PEGx - PCI_Ex - Gen x [Auto] Sets PCI Express protocol for matching different installed devices. [Auto] Enables all PCIe Gen1, Gen2 and Gen3. supports. [Gen1] Enables PCIe Gen1 support only. [Gen2] Enables PCIe Gen2 support only. [Gen3] Enables PCIe Gen3 support only. ▶...
  • Page 78 ▶ sSATA Mode [AHCI Mode] (For SATA7~10) Sets the operation mode of the onboard 2nd SATA controller. [IDE Mode] Specify the IDE mode for SATA storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) offers some advanced features to enhance the speed and performance of SATA storage device, such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot-plugging.
  • Page 79 Disables this function. ▶ MSI 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”.
  • Page 80 ▶ Secure Boot Sets the Windows secure boot to prevent the unauthorized accessing. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when “Windows 8/ 8.1 Feature” is enabled. ▶ Secure 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 81: Boot

    ▶ Resume By USB Device [Disabled] Disables or enables 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. ▶ Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Disables or enables the system wake up by PS/2 mouse.

  • Page 82: Security

    Security ▶ Administrator Password Sets administrator password for system security. Enters the administrator password if set; user has full rights to change the BIOS items. ▶ User Password Sets User Password for system security. Enters the user password if set; but user might have limited rights to change the BIOS items.

  • Page 83: Save & Exit

    Save & Exit ▶ Discard Changes and Exit Exit BIOS setup without saving any change. This it is used to abandon all changes and exit BIOS setup. ▶ Save Changes and Reboot This item is used to save all changes and reboot the system. ▶...
  • Page 84 Important • Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. • Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, can void your warranty or severely damage your hardware. • If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC Genie for easy overclocking.
  • Page 85 Enables the OC Genie function by virtual button in BIOS or physical button on motherboard. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock the system with MSI optimized overclocking profile. [By BIOS Options] OC Genie function is enabled by clicking the virtual OC Genie button at the top left corner of BIOS setup screen.
  • Page 86 ▶ CPU Base Clock Apply Mode [Auto]* Sets the applying mode for adjusted CPU base clock. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Next Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock at next boot. [Immediate] CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immediately. [During Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock during boot.
  • Page 87 ▶ Memory Fast Boot [Auto] Enables or disables the initiation and training for memory every booting. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Enabled] Memory will completely imitate the archive of first initiation and first training. After that, the memory will not be initialed and trained when booting to accelerate the system booting time.
  • Page 88 ▶ CPU VRM Over Temperature Protection [Enabled] Enables or disables the CPU VRM over-temperature protection. [Enabled] Sets the temperature limit on CPU VRM for over-temperature protection. The CPU frequency may be throttled when CPU temperature over the specified temperature. [Disabled] Disables this function.
  • Page 89 ▶ CPU Core/Ring Voltage Mode [Auto]* Selects the control mode for CPU Core/ Ring voltages. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Adaptive Mode] Sets the adaptive voltage automatically for optimizing the system performance. [Override Mode] Allows you to set the voltage manually. [Offset Mode] Allows you to set the offset voltage and select the voltage offset mode.
  • Page 90 ▶ XXX Voltage [Auto]* (optional) Sets the voltages related to memory/ PCH. If set to "Auto", BIOS will set the voltage automatically or you can set it manually. < Other Setting > ▶ CPU Memory Changed Detect [Enabled]* Enables or disables the system to issue a warning message during boot when the CPU or memory has been replaced.
  • Page 91 ▶ Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Intel’s Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicious “buffer overflow” attacks where worms attempt to execute code to damage the system. It is recommended that keeps this item enabled always. [Enabled] Enables NO-Execution protection to prevent the malicious attacks and worms.
  • Page 92 ▶ Intel C-State [Enabled] C-state is a processor power management technology defined by ACPI. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Enabled] Detects the idle state of system and reduce CPU power consumption accordingly. [Disabled] Disable this function. ▶...
  • Page 93 ▶ Internal VR OVP OCP Protection [Auto] Enables or disables the over-voltage protection and over-current protection for CPU internal VR (Voltage Regulator). [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Enabled] Enables the limitation of internal VR for over-voltage protection and over-current protection.

  • Page 94: M-Flash

    M-FLASH Important M-Flash funcion allows you to update BIOS from USB flash disk (FAT32/ NTFS format only). ▶ Select one file to update BIOS and ME Selects a BIOS file, includes the ME management settings, in the USB flash disk (NTFS/ FAT32 format) to update the BIOS and ME.

  • Page 95: 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. ▶ Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Names the current overclocking profile. ▶...

  • Page 96: Hardware Monitor

    HARDWARE MONITOR Current Temperature & Speed information 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 Mode”. Please check the “Smart Fan Mode”...

  • Page 97: Appendix A Audio Application

    Appendix A Audio Application This motherboard provides two audio applications (Realtek HD Audio Manager and Nahimic) to access audio, microphone effects and settings. You can choose one of them as your desired audio application.

  • Page 98: Realtek Audio

    Realtek Audio The Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple streaming) through the Front-Out-Left and Front-Out-Right channels. Software Configuration After installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), the “Realtek HD Audio Manager”...

  • Page 99: Auto Popup Dialog

    ▶ Device Selection Here you can select a audio output source to change the related options. The “check” sign indicates the devices as default. ▶ Volume Adjustment You can control the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.

  • Page 100: Nahimic

    Nahimic is included in the audio driver. If you need to install it or update it, please use the Driver Disc supplied with your motherboard or download the driver from MSI’s official website. After installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), you can find the Nahimic launching icon on the desktop or the system tray in the lower right-hand corner of screen.

  • Page 101: Microphone

    Microphone On this menu, you can access all of Nahimic microphone effects and settings. Listen to Automatic your MIC Calibration Microphone Effects Listen to your MIC - turns the microphone loopback On/Off. Automatic Calibration - dynamically adjusts the Noise Gate threshold and the Noise Reduction level by estimating the noise VS.

  • Page 102: Hd Audio Recorder

    HD Audio Recorder On this menu, you can access all of Nahimic HD Audio Recorder explanations and settings. XSplit Gamecaster, XSplit Broadcaster and Open Broadcaster Software are currently the only softwares supported by HD Audio Recorder. The HD Audio Recorder will be automatically launched when a recording session is detected.

  • Page 103: Appendix B Intel Raid

    Appendix B ® Intel RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and enabling RAID functionality and accelerating system on platforms...

  • Page 104: Introduction

    Introduction The motherboard comes with the Intel RAID controller that allows you to configure SATA hard drives as RAID sets. SATA hard drives deliver blistering transfer speeds up to 6 Gb/s. Serial ATA uses long, thin cables, making it easier to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside your PC.

  • Page 105: Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom

    Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM should be integrated with the system BIOS on all motherboards with a supported Intel chipset. The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM is the Intel RAID implementation and provides BIOS and DOS disk services.
  • Page 106 After pressing the <Ctrl> and <I> keys simultaneously, the following window will appear: MAIN MENU MAIN MENU Recovery Volume Options Create RAID Volume Acceleration Options Delete RAID Volume Reset Disks to Non-RAID Exit DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION RAID Volumes : None defined.
  • Page 107 3. In the Disk field, press <Enter> key and use <Space> key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume, then click <Enter> key to finish selection. This field will become available according to the selected RAID level. 4.
  • Page 108 6. Go to the Create Volume field and press <Enter>, the following screen appears for you to confirm if you are sure to create the RAID volume. Press <Y> to continue. CREATE VOLUME MENU Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID1(Mirror) Disks : Select Disks...
  • Page 109 ■ 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 Intel RAID Option ROM, your system will become un-bootable.
  • Page 110 ■ Reset Disks to Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter> to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. The following screen appears: MAIN MENU Recovery Volume Options Create RAID Volume Delete RAID Volume RESET RAID DATA Recovery Volume Options...
  • Page 111 ■ Recovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press <Enter> to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears: RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS Enable Only Recovery Disk Enable Only Master Disk HELP Enable Only Recovery Disk - enables recovery disk if available and disables master disk.

  • Page 112: Degraded Raid Array

    Degraded RAID Array A RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 volume is reported as degraded when one of its hard drive members fails or is temporarily disconnected, and data mirroring is lost. As a result, the system can only utilize the remaining functional hard drive member. To re-establish data mirroring and restore data redundancy, refer to the procedure below that corresponds to the current situation.
  • Page 113 5. Exit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system. 6. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click ‘Yes’. 7. The Intel Rapid Storage Technology application will be launched. Right-click the new hard drive and select ‘Rebuild to this Disk’. The ‘Rebuild Wizard’ will be launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard drive.

  • Page 114: System Acceleration (Optional

    1. Reboot and enter the BIOS steup. 2. Set the SATA Mode to RAID in BIOS. 3. Install Windows operating system. 4. Insert the MSI Driver DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. 5. Install Intel RAID driver 6. Powered off. 7. Connect the SSD.
  • Page 115 9. Run Intel Rapid Storage Technology application. 10. Click "Enable acceleration" under Performance tab. Click here 11. Select the acceleration mode options. 12. Click OK and reboot the system. The page refreshes and reports the new acceleration configuration in the Acceleration View.

  • Page 116: Rst Synchronization (Optional

    RST Synchronization (optional) If you are using Maximized mode as the Acceleration mode, the data on the hard disk is not always synchronized with the data in the SSD cache. In some situations, you may want to manually sync the disks for avoiding data loss. Follow these steps to sync manually.

  • Page 117: Appendix C Mystic Light

    Appendix C MYSTIC LIGHT Customize and set up your own color scheme on MSI GAMING motherboards with MYSTIC LIGHT. Tired of always the same color? Just change it to another one using the easy to use MYSTIC LIGHT APP available on PC,...

  • Page 118: Mystic Light App Instruction

    First, you have to connect the bluetooth module on the motherboard to your android device. Press the magnifier icon (see Fig.1) on the top-right corner on your android device to start pairing the MSI-equipped bluetooth module and the android device. While the android device discovering the MSI-equipped bluetooth module, MYSTIC LIGHT will show the device ID, please choose OK to complete the pairing process.
  • Page 119 You can tap the playing icon (the upper icon on Music Display page) to stop/ play the music. Important Please note that MYSTIC LIGHT only supports for Android 4.0 and later version. Please download the MYSTIC APP on Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.msi.gaming.mysticlight MYSTIC LIGHT...
  • Page 120 MYSTIC LIGHT in OS ® Please install the GAMING APP from the MSI Driver Disc. When the GAMING APP has been installed successfully, its launching icon will appear on the desk. Click on the icon to launch GAMING APP and the following screen will appear.

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