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Contents
Quick Start..................................................................................................................... 3

Specifications............................................................................................................... 15

Special Features.......................................................................................................... 20

Package Contents....................................................................................................... 21

Back Panel Connectors.............................................................................................. 22

LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 24
Audio Jacks Connection........................................................................................ 24
Installing Antennas................................................................................................ 26

Overview of Components............................................................................................ 27
CPU Socket............................................................................................................ 28
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................. 29
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots........................................................................... 30
M2_1~5: M.2 Slots (Key M).................................................................................... 31
SATA5~8 & SATA_A1~A2: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors.............................................. 38
JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector....................................................... 38
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector............................................................................. 39
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors.................................................................... 39
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors.................................................... 40
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector........................................................................ 41
JDASH1 : Tuning Controller connector................................................................. 41
JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C front panel Connector...................................... 42
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector......................................................................... 42
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors.............................................................................. 43
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector............................................................................ 43
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~5: Fan Connectors................................... 44
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper............................................................ 45
BAT1：CMOS Battery............................................................................................. 45
JRGB1: RGB LED connector.................................................................................. 46
JARGB_V2_1~2: A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED connectors.......................... 47
JOCFS1: Safe Boot Jumper................................................................................... 48

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Onboard LEDs.............................................................................................................. 49
EZ Debug LED........................................................................................................ 49
JPWRLED1: LED power input................................................................................ 49
LED_SW1: EZ LED Control.................................................................................... 49
Debug Code LED.................................................................................................... 50
Boot Phases........................................................................................................... 50
Debug Code LED Table.......................................................................................... 50

Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center........................................................................... 57

MSI Center............................................................................................................. 60

UEFI BIOS..................................................................................................................... 61
BIOS Setup............................................................................................................. 62
Resetting BIOS....................................................................................................... 63
Updating BIOS........................................................................................................ 63

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Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing a new motherboard from MSI®. This Quick Start section
provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the
installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it
with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by
scanning the QR code.

Preparing Tools and Components

Intel® LGA1700 CPU

LGA1700 CPU Fan

Chassis

DDR5 Memory

Power Supply Unit

Graphics Card

Thermal Paste

SATA Hard Disk Drive

Phillips Screwdriver

A Package of Screws

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Safety Information
∙ The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful
computer assembly.
∙ Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
∙ Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
∙ It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when
handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap
is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal
object before handling the motherboard.
∙ Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static
pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.
∙ Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal
components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
∙ Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause
permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
∙ If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer
technician.
∙ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.
∙ Keep this user guide for future reference.
∙ Keep this motherboard away from humidity.
∙ Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on
the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
∙ Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
∙ All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
∙ If any of the following situations arises, get the motherboard checked by service
personnel:
• Liquid has penetrated into the computer.
• The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.
• The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user
guide.
• The motherboard has been dropped and damaged.
• The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.
∙ Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage
the motherboard.

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Case stand-off notification
To prevent damage to the motherboard, any unnecessary mounting stand-off between
the motherboard circuits and the computer case is prohibited. The Case standoff keep
out zone signs will be marked on the backside of motherboard (as shown below) to
serve as a warning to user.

Avoid collision notification

Protective paint is printed around each screw hole to prevent parts from being
scratched.

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Installing a Processor

⚽ 1
∙ https://youtu.be/KMf9oIDsGes

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5
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6

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Installing DDR5 memory

⚽
∙ https://youtu.be/XiNmkDNZcZk

DIMMA1

DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2

DIMMB2 DIMMB1
DIMMB2

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Connecting the Front Panel Header

⚽
∙ http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI

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RL
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HD
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SE
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RESET SW

Power LED Power Switch

HDD LED

2 10
JFP1 1 9
Reserved

HDD LED Reset Switch

JFP1

HDD LED -
HDD LED
HDD LED +

POWER LED -
POWER LED
POWER LED +

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Installing the Motherboard

⚽
∙ https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc

Torque:
3 kgf·cm*
2

*3 kgf·cm
= 0.3 N·m
= 2.6 lbf·in

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Connecting the Power Connectors

⚽
∙ http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4

ATX_PWR1

CPU_PWR2

CPU_PWR1

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Installing SATA Drives

⚽
∙ http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc

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3

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Installing a Graphics Card

⚽
∙ http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A

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2

5
4

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Connecting Peripheral Devices

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Power On

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Specifications
∙ Supports 12th/ 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors,
Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors*
CPU ∙ Processor socket LGA1700
* Please go to www.msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors
are released.

Chipset Intel® Z790 Chipset

∙ 4x DDR5 memory slots, supporting up to 192GB*

∙ Supports 1R 5600 MHz (by JEDEC & POR)
∙ Max. overclocking frequency:
• 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 7600+ MHz
• 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6600+ MHz
Memory • 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
• 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz
∙ Supports Intel® XMP 3.0 OC
∙ Supports Dual-Controller Dual-Channel mode
∙ Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
* Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.

∙ 2x PCIe x16 slots

• PCI_E1 slot (From CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x16*
• PCI_E3 slot (From Z790 chipset)
Expansion Slots • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
∙ 1x PCIe x1 slot
• PCI_E2 slot (From Z790 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x1
* PCI_E1 will operate x8 speed when installing M.2 PCIe SSD in the M2_2 slot.

∙ 1x HDMI™ 2.1 port with HDR, supports a maximum

resolution of 4K 60Hz*/ **
Onboard Graphics
* Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics.
** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

∙ 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports

SATA Ports • SATA5~8 (From Z790 chipset)
• SATA_A1~A2 (From ASM1061)

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∙ 5x M.2 slots (Key M)

• M2_1 slot (From CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• M2_2 slot (From CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4
• Supports 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
• M2_3 slot (From Z790 chipset)
M.2 SSD Slots • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• M2_4 slot (From Z790 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• M2_5 slot (From Z790 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Support up to SATA 6Gb/s
• Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices

∙ Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA

storage devices*
RAID ∙ Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 , RAID 5 and RAID 10 for M.2
NVMe storage devices
* SATA_A1~A2 do not support RAID function.

Realtek® ALC4080 Codec

∙ 7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio
Audio
∙ Supports up to 32-bit/384kHz playback on front panel
∙ Supports S/PDIF output

LAN ∙ 1x Intel® 2.5Gbps LAN controller

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Intel® Wi-Fi 6E
∙ The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E)
slot
∙ Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz*
(160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
Wi-Fi & Bluetooth®
∙ Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax
∙ Supports Bluetooth® 5.3**, FIPS, FISMA
* The usage of Wi-Fi 6GHz band relies on Windows 11 support and depends on
every country’s regulations.
** The Bluetooth version may be updated, please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset
vendor’s website for details.

∙ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector

Power Connectors
∙ 2x 8-pin +12V power connectors

∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C front panel port (From
Z790 chipset)
∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (From Z790 chipset)
Internal USB
Connectors • Supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports
∙ 2x USB 2.0 connectors (From Hub-GL850G)
• Supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports

∙ 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector

Fan Connectors ∙ 1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
∙ 5x 4-pin system fan connectors

∙ 1x Front panel audio connector

∙ 2x System panel connectors
∙ 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
System Connectors
∙ 1x TPM module connector
∙ 1x Tuning controller connector
∙ 1x TBT connector (Supports RTD3)

∙ 1x Clear CMOS jumper

Jumpers
∙ 1x Safe Boot jumper

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∙ 1x EZ LED Control switch

∙ 1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED
LED Features ∙ 4x EZ Debug LED
∙ 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
∙ 2x 3-pin A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED connectors

∙ 1x Clear CMOS button

∙ 1x Flash BIOS button
∙ 1x Smart button
∙ 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports (From Z790 chipset)
∙ 1x HDMI™ port
∙ 6x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Z790 chipset
Back Panel & GL3590 Hub)
Connectors ∙ 1x LAN (RJ45) jack
∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port (From Z790 chipset)
∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port (From Asmedia
ASM3242)
∙ 2x Wi-Fi antenna connectors
∙ 5x Audio jacks
∙ 1x Optical S/PDIF out connector

I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6687D-M Controller Chip

∙ CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection

Hardware Monitor ∙ CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection
∙ CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed control

∙ ATX Form Factor

Form Factor
∙ 9.6 in. x 12 in. (244 mm x 305 mm)

∙ 1x 256 Mb flash
∙ UEFI AMI BIOS
BIOS Features
∙ ACPI 6.4, SMBIOS 3.5
∙ Multi-language

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∙ Drivers
∙ MSI Center
∙ Intel Extreme Tuning Utility
∙ MSI APP Player (BlueStacks)
Software
∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING
∙ Norton 360 Deluxe
∙ AIDA64 Extreme - MSI Edition
∙ Tile

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Special Features
MSI Center • 2oz Copper thickened PCB
• Gaming Mode
DIY Friendly
• Smart Priority
• PCI-E Steel Armor
• Game Highlights
• Pre-installed I/O Shield
• Mystic Light
• Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr
• Ambient Link
• EZ M.2 Clips
• Frozr AI Cooling
• EZ DEBUG LED
• User Scenario
• EZ LED Control
• True Color
• Smart Button
• Live Update
• Flash BIOS Button
• Hardware Monitoring
Audio
• Super Charger
• Audio Boost 5
• Devices Speed Up
• Smart Image Finder RGB Support
• MSI Companion • Mystic Light
• Mystic Light Extension (RGB)
Thermal Features
• Mystic Light Extension (A-RAINBOW
• Double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr
V2)
• Extended Heatsink Design Heat-pipe
• Ambient Link
• K7 MOSFET thermal pad / Extra
choke pad BIOS
• Fan headers (CPU + PUMP + • Click BIOS 5
SYSTEM)

Performance
• Core Boost
• VRM Power Design (VCPU / VGT /
AUX)
• Dual CPU Power
• Memory Boost
• Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E / M.2 Slot
• Lightning Gen 4 PCI-E / M.2 Slot
• Front USB Type-C
• Server Grade PCB

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

Board
• 1x Motherboard

Documentation
• 1x Quick installation guide
• 1x European Union regulatory notice

Application
• 1x USB drive with drivers & utilities

Cables
• 2x SATA 6Gb/s cables
• 1x JRGB extension cable (1 to 2)
• 1x JARGB extension cable

Accessories
• 1x Wi-Fi antenna set
• 4x EZ M.2 clip packages (1 set/pack)
• 1x Cable sticker

⚠ Important
∙ There is an ISO file in the supplied USB drive. Please do not delete it accidentally.
For more information on installing drivers, please refer to Installing OS, Drivers &
MSI Center chapter.
∙ If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.

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Back Panel Connectors

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Item Description

Clear CMOS button - Power off your computer. Press and hold the Clear
1
CMOS button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to default values.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A port (From Z790 chipset)

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∙ Flash BIOS port

3 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A port (From Z790 chipset)

4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Z790 chipset)

5 2.5 Gbps LAN (RJ45) jack

6 Wi-Fi antenna connectors

7 Audio jacks

Flash BIOS button - Please refer to page 64 for details about updating BIOS
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with Flash BIOS button.

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Item Description

Smart button - We provide 4 functions for the smart button to achieve.

Please refer to the BIOS manual for details about selecting the smart
button function.
∙ Reset (default) - press the smart button to reset the system.
∙ Mystic Light on/ off - press the smart button to turn on/ off all the
onboard LEDs. The Mystic Light on/ off function mode is unavailable
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when the LED_SW1 (EZ LED Control) switch turns OFF.
∙ Safe Boot - press and hold the smart button and start the system
simultaneously to boot in Safe Boot mode. The system will boot with
default and lower the PCIe (from CPU) mode.
∙ Turbo Fan - press the smart button for all fans to operate full speed or
default speeds.

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HDMI™ port

11 USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From GL3590 Hub)

12 USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port (From Z790 chipset)

13 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port (From ASM3242)

14 Optical S/PDIF out connector

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LAN Port LED Status Table

Link/ Activity LED Speed LED

Status Description Status Speed

Off No link Off 10 Mbps

Yellow Linked Green 100/1000 Mbps

Blinking Data activity Orange 2.5 Gbps

Audio Jacks Connection

Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram

Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram

AUDIO INPUT

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Audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram

AUDIO INPUT

Rear Front

Center/
Subwoofer

Audio jacks to 5.1-channel speakers diagram

AUDIO INPUT

Rear Front

Center/
Subwoofer

Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram

AUDIO INPUT

Rear Front

Side Center/
Subwoofer

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Installing Antennas
1. Combine the antenna with the base.
2. Screw two antenna cables tight to the WiFi antenna connectors as shown.

3. Place the antenna as high as possible.

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 SATA▼A1▲A2
JARGB_V2_2

SATA▼5▲6

SATA▼7▲8
ATX_PWR1
SYS_FAN5

SYS_FAN4

JTPM1
JUSB4

JUSB3

M2_5
JFP2

JCI1
JFP1
JBAT1
JOCFS1
PUMP_FAN1
LED_SW1
CPU_FAN1
SYS_FAN3
DIMMB2
DIMMB1 JUSB2
DIMMA2
DIMMA1
JUSB1
Overview of Components

Processor
Socket SYS_FAN2

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SYS_FAN1
JDASH1
JPWRLED1
CPU_PWR2
JTBT1
CPU_PWR1 JARGB_V2_1
JRGB1
JAUD1

M2_1

M2_2

PCI_E1

M2_3

PCI_E2

M2_4

PCI_E3
CPU Socket

Distance from the center of the

CPU to the nearest DIMM slot.

50.85 mm

Introduction to the LGA1700

CPU
The surface of the LGA1700 CPU has
four notches and a golden triangle to
assist in correctly lining up the CPU for
motherboard placement. The golden
triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.

⚠ Important
∙ 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.
∙ When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink
is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability.
∙ Confirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting
your system.
∙ Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure the
cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Be sure to apply an
even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to
enhance heat dissipation.
∙ Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering
the socket with the plastic cap.
∙ If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the
documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.
∙ This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to
overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate
overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not
recommended. MSI® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate
operation beyond product specifications.

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DIMM Slots
DIMMA1 DIMMB1

Channel A Channel B

DIMMA2 DIMMB2

Memory module installation recommendation

DIMMA1
DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2 DIMMB1
DIMMB2

⚠ Important
∙ Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first.
∙ To ensure system stability for Dual channel mode, memory modules must be of the
same type, number and density.
∙ Some memory modules may operate at a lower frequency than the marked value
when overclocking due to the memory frequency operates dependent on its Serial
Presence Detect (SPD). Go to BIOS and find the DRAM Frequency to set the memory
frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher frequency.
∙ It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs
installation or overclocking.
∙ The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU
and devices when overclocking.
∙ Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.

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PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCI_E1: PCIe 5.0 x16 (From CPU)

PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1 (From Z790 chipset)

PCI_E3: PCIe 4.0 x4 (From Z790 chipset)

⚠ Important
∙ If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI
Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight to prevent deformation of the slot.
∙ For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using
the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.
∙ When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and
unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion
card’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software
changes.

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M2_1~5: M.2 Slots (Key M)
Watch the video to learn how to
Install M.2 SSD with Screwless
M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink.

M2_1
M2_2
⚽
M2_3
∙ https://youtu.be/J88vcXeLido
M2_5
M2_4

⚠ Important
∙ Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM.
∙ If your M.2 SSD equips its own heatsink, please remove the M.2 plate or rubber cube
in the M.2 slot before installing M.2 SSD. Do not re-install the heatsink supplied with
your motherboard.

Installing M.2 module into M2_1 slot

1. Press and hold the end button of Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink.

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2. Slightly lift up the end part of the Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink and move it
forward to remove the heatsink.

3. Remove the protective films from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate.

4. If you install 2260 SSD, remove the screw from the M.2 plate and then install the
supplied EZ M.2 Clip kit on the M.2 plate. Skip this step if you install 2280 SSD.

2260 SSD

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5. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.
6. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD.

5 5
6 30º 30º
2260 SSD

2280 SSD
6

7. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under the Screwless M.2 Shield
Frozr heatsink.
8. Align the tenons under Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink with the notches, and
then put the heatsink back in place.
9. Press the end side of the Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink down to lock it
completely.

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7

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Installing M.2 module into M2_2 slot
1. Loosen the screws of M2_1 SHIELD FROZR heatsink and remove the heatsink.

2. Remove the protective films from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate.

3. Remove or exchange the screws according to your SSD length. Skip this step, if you
install 2280 SSD.

3
3

2260 SSD
22110 SSD

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4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.
5. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD.

4 4
5
30º 30º

2280 SSD
2260 SSD
22110 SSD

6. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under the M.2 Shield Frozr
heatsink.
7. M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink back in place and secure it.

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Installing M.2 module into M2_3/ M2_4/ M2_5 slot
1. Loosen the screws of M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink.

1 1

2. Remove the protective films from the M.2 thermal pads on the M.2 plate.

3. If you install 2260 SSD, remove the screw from the M.2 plate and then install the
supplied EZ M.2 Clip kit on the M.2 plate. Skip this step if you install 2280 SSD.

2260 SSD

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4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.
5. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD.

4 4
5
30º
2260 SSD
30º

2280 SSD
5

6. Remove the protective films from the thermal pads under the M.2 Shield Frozr
heatsink.
7. Put the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink back in place and secure it.

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SATA5~8 & SATA_A1~A2: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.

SATA6
SATA5
SATA8
SATA7
SATA_A2
SATA_A1

⚠ Important
∙ Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during
transmission otherwise.
∙ SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it is
recommended that the flat connector be connected to the motherboard for space
saving purposes.

JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector

This connector allows you to connect the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 TBT_FORCE_PWR 2 TBT_S0IX_ENTRY_REQ

TBT_CIO_PLUG_
3 4 TBT_S0IX_ENTRY_ACK
EVENT#

TBT_PSON_
5 SLP_S3#_TBT 6
OVERRIDE_N

7 SLP_S5#_TBT 8 No Pin

9 Ground 10 SMBCLK_VSB

11 DG_PEWAKE# 12 SMBDATA_VSB
2 16
13 TBT_RTD3_PWR_EN 14 Ground

1 15 15 TBT_CARD_DET_R# 16 PD_IRQ#

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JAUD1: Front Audio Connector
This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.

2 10

1 9

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 MIC L 2 Ground

3 MIC R 4 NC

5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection

7 SENSE_SEND 8 No Pin

9 Head Phone L 10 Head Phone Detection

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

The JFP1 connector controls the power on, power reset, and the LEDs on your PC
case/ chassis. Power Switch/ Reset Switch headers allow you to connect power
button/ reset button. Power LED header connects to LED light on the PC case, and
HDD LED header indicates the activity of the hard disk. The JFP2 connector is for
Buzzer and Speaker. To connect the cables from PC case to the right pins, please
refer to the following images below.

Power LED Power Switch

2 10
JFP1 1 9
Reserved

HDD LED Reset Switch

Buzzer

JFP2 1

Speaker

⚠ Important
Please note that Power LED and HDD LED have positive and negative connection,
you need to link up the cable to the corresponding positive and negative port on the
motherboard. Otherwise, LEDs won’t work properly.

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CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.

CPU_PWR1~2

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 Ground 2 Ground

3 Ground 4 Ground

5 +12V 6 +12V

7 +12V 8 +12V

ATX_PWR1

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 +3.3V 2 +3.3V
CPU_PWR1~2 8 5
4 1
3 Ground 4 +5V

5 Ground 6 +5V
12 24
7 Ground 8 PWR OK

9 5VSB 10 +12V
ATX_PWR1
11 +12V 12 +3.3V

13 +3.3V 14 -12V

1 13
15 Ground 16 PS-ON#

17 Ground 18 Ground

19 Ground 20 Res

21 +5V 22 +5V

23 +5V 24 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.

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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. Close the chassis cover.
3. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.
4. Set Chassis Intrusion to Enabled.
5. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.
6. Once the chassis cover is opened again, a warning message will be displayed on
screen when the computer is turned on.

Resetting the chassis intrusion warning

1. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.
2. Set Chassis Intrusion to Reset.
3. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.

JDASH1 : Tuning Controller connector

This connector is used to connect an optional Tuning Controller module.

2 6

1 5

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 No Pin 2 NC

3 MCU_SMB_SCL_M 4 MCU_SMB_SDA_M

5 VCC5 6 Ground

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JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C front panel Connector
This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C connector on
the front panel. The connectors possess a foolproof design. When you connect the
cable, be sure to connect it with the corresponding orientation.

USB Type-C Cable

JUSB4

USB Type-C port on

the front panel

JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector

This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports on the front panel.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 Power 2 USB3_RX_DN

3 USB3_RX_DP 4 Ground

5 USB3_TX_C_DN 6 USB3_TX_C_DP

7 Ground 8 USB2.0-

9 USB2.0+ 10 Ground

11 USB2.0+ 12 USB2.0-

10 11
13 Ground 14 USB3_TX_C_DP

15 USB3_TX_C_DN 16 Ground

17 USB3_RX_DP 18 USB3_RX_DN

1 20 19 Power 20 No Pin

⚠ Important
Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.

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JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.
2 10

1 9

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 VCC 2 VCC

3 USB0- 4 USB1-

5 USB0+ 6 USB1+

7 Ground 8 Ground

9 No Pin 10 NC

⚠ Important
∙ Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.
∙ In order to recharge your iPad, iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install
MSI Center utility.

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.

2 12

1 11

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 SPI Power 2 SPI Chip Select

Master In Slave Out Master Out Slave In

3 4
(SPI Data) (SPI Data)

5 Reserved 6 SPI Clock

7 Ground 8 SPI Reset

9 Reserved 10 No Pin

11 Reserved 12 Interrupt Request

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CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~5: Fan Connectors
Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or DC Mode.
PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with
speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage.
The auto mode fan connectors can automatically detect PWM and DC mode.
You can control fans in BIOS> HARDWARE MONITOR panel. It allows you to set DC
or PWM to your fan type. Check the Smart Fan Mode, the fan speed will change
according to the CPU or system temperature. Uncheck the Smart Fan Mode, the fan
will spin at maximum speed.

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

CPU_FAN1 PUMP_FAN1
1
1
SYS_FAN5
SYS_FAN4
PWM Mode pin definition

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 Ground 2 +12V

3 Sense 4 Speed Control Signal

SYS_FAN1 DC Mode pin definition

SYS_FAN2
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

SYS_FAN3 1 Ground 2 Voltage Control

3 Sense 4 NC

Fan connector specifications

Connector Default fan mode Max. current Max. power

CPU_FAN1 Auto mode 2A 24W

PUMP_FAN1 PWM mode 3A 36W

SYS_FAN1~5 DC mode 1A 12W

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JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper
There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on
the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system
configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS memory.

Keep Data Clear CMOS/

(default) Reset BIOS

Resetting BIOS to default values

1. Power off the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Use a jumper cap to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds.
3. Remove the jumper cap from JBAT1.
4. Plug the power cord and Power on the computer.

BAT1：CMOS Battery
If the CMOS battery is out of charge, the time in the BIOS will be reset and the data of
system configuration will be lost. In this case, you need to replace the CMOS battery.

Replacing CMOS battery

1. Unplug the battery wire from the BAT1 connector and
remove the battery.
2. Connect the new CR2032 battery with wire to the
BAT1 connector.

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JRGB1: RGB LED connector
The JRGB connector allows you to connect the 5050 RGB LED strips 12V.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 +12V 2 G

3 R 4 B

RGB LED Strip Connection

1
G R B

JRGB extension cable

JRGB connector 5050 RGB LED strips 12V

RGB LED Fan Connection

JRGB connector

1
G R B

System fan connector

RGB LED fan

⚠ Important
∙ The JRGB connector supports up to 2 meters continuous 5050 RGB LED strips
(12V/G/R/B) with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V).
∙ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing the RGB LED strip.
∙ Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip.

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JARGB_V2_1~2: A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED connectors
The JARGB_V2 connectors allow you to connect the ARGB Gen2 and the ARGB-based
LED strips. The JARGB_V2 connector supports up to 240 individually addressable RGB
LEDs with maximum power rating of 3A (5V).

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 +5V 2 Data

3 No Pin 4 Ground

Addressable RGB LED Strip Connection

1
+5V
D

JARGB extension cable

JARGB_V2 connector ARGB/ ARGB Gen2 LED strip

Addressable RGB LED Fan Connection

JARGB_V2 connector

System Fan connector

ARGB/ ARGB Gen2 LED Fan

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⚠ CAUTION
Do not connect the wrong type of LED strips. The JRGB connector and the JARGB_V2
connector provide different voltages, and connecting the ARGB 5V LED strip to the
JRGB connector will result in damage to the LED strip.

⚠ Important
∙ If you connect the ARGB Gen1 and ARGB Gen2 LED strips into the same connector, it
may cause some issues. Please do not mix the ARGB Gen1 LED and the ARGB Gen2
LED strips together.
∙ It is recommended that you install LED strips with the same specification to achieve
the best effects.
∙ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing the addressable RGB LED strip.
∙ Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip.

JOCFS1: Safe Boot Jumper

This jumper is used for Safe Boot. Once enabled, the system will boot with default
settings and lower PCIe (from CPU) mode.

Normal Enabled
(default)
Apply the BIOS default
Boot with the saved settings and lower PCIe
BIOS settings. (from CPU) mode for
Safe Boot

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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.

JPWRLED1: LED power input

This connector is used by retailers to demonstrate onboard LED lights.

JPWRLED1 - LED power input

LED_SW1: EZ LED Control

This switch is used to switch on/ off all the LEDs of motherboard.

LED_OFF LED_ON
(Default)

LED_SW1

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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.

Hexadecimal Character Table

Hexadecimal 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

LED display

Hexadecimal 8 9 A B C D E F

LED display

Boot Phases
Security (SEC) – initial low-level initialization
Pre-EFI Initialization (PEI) – memory initialization
Driver Execution Environment (DXE) – main hardware initialization
Boot Device Selection (BDS) – system setup, pre-OS user interface & selecting a
bootable device (CD/DVD, HDD, USB, Network, Shell, …)

Debug Code LED Table

SEC Progress Codes
01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard)

02 AP initialization before microcode loading

03 System Agent initialization before microcode loading

04 PCH initialization before microcode loading

06 Microcode loading

07 AP initialization after microcode loading

08 System Agent initialization after microcode loading

09 PCH initialization after microcode loading

0B Cache initialization

SEC Error Codes

0C - 0D Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes

0E Microcode not found

0F Microcode not loaded

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PEI Progress Codes
10 PEI Core is started

11 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started

12 - 14 Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific)

15 Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started

16 - 18 Pre-Memory System Agent initialization (System Agent module specific)

19 Pre-memory PCH initialization is started

1A - 1C Pre-memory PCH initialization (PCH module specific)

2B Memory initialization. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data reading

2C Memory initialization. Memory presence detection

2D Memory initialization. Programming memory timing information

2E Memory initialization. Configuring memory

2F Memory initialization (other)

31 Memory Installed

32 CPU post-memory initialization is started

33 CPU post-memory initialization. Cache initialization

34 CPU post-memory initialization. Application Processor(s) (AP)

initialization

35 CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection

36 CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM)

initialization

37 Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started

38 - 3A Post-Memory System Agent initialization (System Agent module specific)

3B Post-Memory PCH initialization is started

3C - 3E Post-Memory PCH initialization (PCH module specific)

4F DXE IPL is started

PEI Error Codes

50 Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible
memory speed

51 Memory initialization error. SPD reading has failed

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52 Memory initialization error. Invalid memory size or memory modules do
not match

53 Memory initialization error. No usable memory detected

54 Unspecified memory initialization error

55 Memory not installed

56 Invalid CPU type or Speed

57 CPU mismatch

58 CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error

59 CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed

5A Internal CPU error

5B Reset PPI is not available

5C - 5F Reserved for future AMI error codes

DXE Progress Codes

60 DXE Core is started

61 NVRAM initialization

62 Installation of the PCH Runtime Services

63 CPU DXE initialization is started

64 - 67 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific)

68 PCI host bridge initialization

69 System Agent DXE initialization is started

6A System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started

6B - 6F System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific)

70 PCH DXE initialization is started

71 PCH DXE SMM initialization is started

72 PCH devices initialization

73 - 77 PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific)

78 ACPI module initialization

79 CSM initialization

7A - 7F Reserved for future AMI DXE codes

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90 Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started

91 Driver connecting is started

92 PCI Bus initialization is started

93 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization

94 PCI Bus Enumeration 32

95 PCI Bus Request Resources

96 PCI Bus Assign Resources

97 Console Output devices connect

98 Console input devices connect

99 Super IO Initialization

9A USB initialization is started

9B USB Reset

9C USB Detect

9D USB Enable

9E -9F Reserved for future AMI codes

A0 IDE initialization is started

A1 IDE Reset

A2 IDE Detect

A3 IDE Enable

A4 SCSI initialization is started

A5 SCSI Reset

A6 SCSI Detect

A7 SCSI Enable

A8 Setup Verifying Password

A9 Start of Setup

AB Setup Input Wait

AD Ready To Boot event

AE Legacy Boot event

AF Exit Boot Services event

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B0 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin

B1 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End

B2 Legacy Option ROM Initialization

B3 System Reset

B4 USB hot plug

B5 PCI bus hot plug

B6 Clean-up of NVRAM

B7 Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings)

B8 - BF Reserved for future AMI codes

DXE Error Codes

D0 CPU initialization error

D1 System Agent initialization error

D2 PCH initialization error

D3 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available

D4 PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources

D5 No Space for Legacy Option ROM

D6 No Console Output Devices are found

D7 No Console Input Devices are found

D8 Invalid password

D9 Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error)

DA Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error)

DB Flash update is failed

DC Reset protocol is not available

S3 Resume Progress Codes

E0 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL)

E1 S3 Boot Script execution

E2 Video repost

E3 OS S3 wake vector call

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 E4 - E7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes

S3 Resume Error Codes

E8 S3 Resume Failed

E9 S3 Resume PPI not Found

EA S3 Resume Boot Script Error

EB S3 OS Wake Error

EC - EF Reserved for future AMI error codes

Recovery Progress Codes

F0 Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery)

F1 Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery)

F2 Recovery process started

F3 Recovery firmware image is found

F4 Recovery firmware image is loaded

F5 - F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes

Recovery Error Codes

F8 Recovery PPI is not available

F9 Recovery capsule is not found

FA Invalid recovery capsule

FB - FF Reserved for future AMI error codes

ACPI States Codes

The following codes appear after booting and the operating system into ACPI modes.

01 System is entering S1 sleep state

02 System is entering S2 sleep state

03 System is entering S3 sleep state

04 System is entering S4 sleep state

05 System is entering S5 sleep state

10 System is waking up from the S1 sleep state

20 System is waking up from the S2 sleep state

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30 System is waking up from the S3 sleep state

40 System is waking up from the S4 sleep state

AC System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in PIC

mode.

AA System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC

mode.

CPU Temperature
00 - 99 Displays current CPU temperature after the system has fully booted into
the OS.

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Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center
Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com

Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11

1. Power on the computer.
2. Insert the Windows 10/ Windows 11 installation disc/USB into your computer.
3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.
4. Press F11 key during the computer POST (Power-On Self Test) to get into Boot
Menu.
5. Select the Windows 10/ Windows 11 installation disc/USB from the Boot Menu.
6. Press any key if screen shows Press any key to boot from CD or DVD... message. If
not, please skip this step.
7. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Windows 10/ Windows 11.

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Installing Drivers with MSI Driver Utility Installer

⚠ Important
∙ Some new network chips have not been natively supported by Windows 10/ Windows
11. It is recommended that the LAN driver be installed before installing drivers with
MSI Driver Utility Installer. Please refer to www.msi.com to install the LAN driver for
your motherboard.
∙ The MSI Driver Utility Installer will only pop up once. If you cancel or close it during
the process, please refer to the Live Update chapter of the MSI Center manual to
install the drivers. You can also go to www.msi.com to search your motherboard and
download the drivers.
∙ MSI Driver Utility Installer needs to be installed over the internet.
1. Start up your computer in Windows 10/ Windows 11.
2. Select Start > Settings > Windows Update, and then select Check for updates.
3. MSI Driver Utility Installer will pop up automatically.

4. Select the I have read and agree to the MSI Terms of Use check box, and then click
Next.

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5. Check the Select All checkbox in the lower-left corner and click Install to install
MSI Center and drivers. The installation progress will be shown at the bottom.

6. Once the progress has completed, click Finish.

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Installing Drivers with USB Drive
1. Start up your computer in Windows 10/ Windows 11.
2. Insert MSI® USB Drive into the USB port.
3. You can see a Disc Image file which contains drivers and utilities in the USB drive.
Double-click the file to open it.
4. Execute an application file named DVDSetup.
5. The installer will find and list all necessary drivers in the Drivers/Software tab.
6. Click the Install button in the lower-right corner of the window.
7. The drivers installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt
you to restart.
8. Click OK button to finish.
9. Restart your computer.

MSI Center
MSI Center is an application that helps you easily optimize game settings and
smoothly use content creation softwares. It also allows you to control and synchronize
LED light effects on PCs and other MSI products. With MSI Center, you can customize
ideal modes, monitor system performance, and adjust fan speed.

MSI Center User Guide

If you would like to know more information about MSI Center, please refer to
http://download.msi.com/manual/mb/MSICENTER.pdf
or scan the QR code to access.

⚠ Important
Functions may vary depending on the product you have.

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UEFI BIOS
MSI UEFI BIOS is compatible with UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface)
architecture. UEFI has many new functions and advantages that traditional BIOS
cannot achieve, and it will completely replace BIOS in the future. The MSI UEFI
BIOS uses UEFI as the default boot mode to take full advantage of the new chipset’s
capabilities.

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

UEFI advantages
∙ Fast booting - UEFI can directly boot the operating system and save the BIOS self-
test process. And also eliminates the time to switch to CSM mode during POST.
∙ Supports for hard drive partitions larger than 2 TB.
∙ Supports more than 4 primary partitions with a GUID Partition Table (GPT).
∙ Supports unlimited number of partitions.
∙ Supports full capabilities of new devices - new devices may not provide backward
compatibility.
∙ Supports secure startup - UEFI can check the validity of the operating system to
ensure that no malware tampers with the startup process.

Incompatible UEFI cases

∙ 32-bit Windows operating system - this motherboard supports only Windows 10/
Windows 11 64-bit operating system.
∙ Older graphics card - the system will detect your graphics card. If you use older
graphics cards, it may display a warning message There is no GOP (Graphics Output
protocol) support detected in this graphics card.

⚠ Important
We recommend that you replace it with a graphics card supporting GOP/UEFI or use
CPU with integrated graphics for having normal function.

How to check the BIOS mode?

1. Power on your computer.
2. 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.
3. After entering the BIOS, you can check the BIOS Mode at the top of the screen.

BIOS Mode: UEFI

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BIOS Setup
The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal
conditions. You should always keep the default settings to avoid possible system
damage or failure booting unless you are familiar with BIOS.

⚠ Important
∙ BIOS items are continuously update for better system performance. Therefore,
the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be for
reference only. You could also refer to the HELP information panel for BIOS item
description.
∙ The BIOS screens, options and settings will vary depending on your system.

Entering BIOS Setup

Press Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot
Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process.

Function key
F1: General Help list
F2: Add/ Remove a favorite item
F3: Enter Favorites menu
F4: Enter CPU Specifications menu
F5: Enter Memory-Z menu
F6: Load optimized defaults
F7: Switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode
F8: Load Overclocking Profile
F9: Save Overclocking Profile
F10: Save Change and Reset*
F12: Take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).
Ctrl+F: Enter Search page
* When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification
information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice.

BIOS User Guide

If you’d like to know more instructions on setting up the BIOS, please refer to
https://download.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/mb/Intel700BIOS.pdf
or scan the QR code to access.

⚠ Important
Functions may vary depending on the product you have.

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Resetting BIOS
You might need to restore the default BIOS setting to solve certain problems. There
are several ways to reset BIOS:
∙ Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults.
∙ Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard.
∙ Press the Clear CMOS button on the rear I/O panel.

⚠ Important
Be sure the computer is off before clearing CMOS data. Please refer to the Clear
CMOS jumper/ button section for resetting BIOS.

Updating BIOS
Updating BIOS with M-FLASH
Before updating:
Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI
website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive.
Updating BIOS:
1. Switch to the target BIOS ROM by Multi-BIOS switch. Please skip this step if your
motherboard doesn’t has this switch.
2. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the USB port.
3. Please refer the following methods to enter flash mode.
• Reboot and press Ctrl + F5 key during POST and click on Yes to reboot the system.

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

• Reboot and press Del key during POST to enter BIOS. Click the M-FLASH button
and click on Yes to reboot the system.

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

5. When prompted click on Yes to start recovering BIOS.
6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot automatically.

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Updating the BIOS with MSI Center
Before updating:
∙ Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the internet connection is set
properly.
∙ Please close all other application software before updating the BIOS.
To update BIOS:
1. Install and launch MSI Center and go to Support page.
2. Select Live Update and click on Advance button.
3. Select the BIOS file and click on Install button.
4. The installation reminder will appear, then click the Install button on it.
5. The system will automatically restart to update BIOS.
6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart
automatically.

Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS Button

1. Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from
the MSI® website.
2. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to the root of the USB storage device.
3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU
and memory.)
4. Plug the USB storage device that contains the MSI.ROM file into the Flash BIOS
Port on the rear I/O panel.
5. Press the Flash BIOS Button to flash BIOS, and the LED starts flashing.
6. The LED will be turned off when the process is completed.

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Copyright and Trademarks Notice
Copyright © Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The MSI
logo used is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All
other marks and names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners. No
warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. MSI reserves the
right to make changes to this document without prior notice.

Technical Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user
guide, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please
try the following help resources for further guidance.
∙ Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other
information: http://www.msi.com
∙ Register your product at: http://register.msi.com

Revision History
∙ Version 1.0, 2022/10, First release.
∙ Version 1.1, 2023/03, update memory & Wi-Fi information.

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