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ii Preface Preface 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 res...
Preface iii Preface Smartphone Application MSI + is a smart web gadget that works as a shopping navigator and provides specs comparison for IT buyers. With a simple tap of the smartphone, you'll efficiently locate your ideal products from a wide variety of choices and, if product details are require...
iv Preface Preface 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 convecti...
Preface v Preface CE Conformity Hereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive. FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and...
vi Preface Preface 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...
Preface vii Preface California, USA: The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires special handling when recycled or disposed of in California. For further information please visit: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ Taiwan: For better environmental protection...
viii Preface Preface WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement ENGLISH To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that...Under the European Union (“EU”) Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes e...
Preface ix Preface ESPAÑOL MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda:Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea en materia de desechos y/o equipos electrónicos, con fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005, los productos clasificados como “eléctricos y ...
x Preface Preface TÜRKÇE Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatırlatır:Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/ EC Kararnamesi altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer at...
Preface xi Preface ▍ CONTENTS Preface ............................................................................................................ i Copyright Notice .......................................................................................................iiTrademarks .....................
Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the Z97M-G43/ H97M-G43 Series (MS-7924 v1.X) Micro-ATX motherboard. The Z97M-G43/ H97M-G43 Series motherboards are based on Intel ® Z97/ H97 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel ® LGA1150 processor, the Z97M-G43/ H...
Chapter 1 1-2 Getting Started Packing Contents * These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice.* The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased.* If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://w...
Chapter 1 1-3 Getting Started 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 t...
Chapter 1 1-7 Getting Started Connectors Quick Guide CPUFAN1 PCI_E1 PCI_E2 PCI_E3 PCI_E4 JPWR1 JUSB4 SATA1_2 SATA3_4 SATA5_6 JPWR2 Back Panel M2_1 JTPM1 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 JCI1 JFP1 JFP2 JUSB1 SYSFAN2 SYSFAN1 JAUD1 JBAT JUSB2 JUSB3 JLPT1 JCOM1 CPU Socket
Chapter 1 1-8 Getting Started Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Port Type Page Back Panel 1-9 CPU LGA1150 CPU Socket 1-11 CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~2 Fan Power Connectors 1-21 DIMM1~4 Memory Slots 1-15 JAUD1 Front Panel Audio Connector 1-25 JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper 1-27 JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 1-24 ...
Chapter 1 1-9 Getting Started Back Panel Quick Guide ▶ PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port A combination of PS/2 ® mouse/keyboard DIN connector for a PS/2 ® mouse/keyboard. ▶ USB 2.0 Port The USB 2.0 port is for attaching USB 2.0 devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB 2.0-compatible devices. ▶ USB...
Chapter 1 1-11 Getting Started CPU (Central Processing Unit) Important Overheating 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 ...
Chapter 1 1-12 Getting Started 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 installatio...
Chapter 1 1-15 Getting Started Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the address below. http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Dual-Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the me...
Chapter 1 1-16 Getting Started 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 bac...
Chapter 1 1-17 Getting Started Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors. http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. To connect the ATX power supply, align the power suppl...
Chapter 1 1-18 Getting Started Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x4 Slot Importan...
Chapter 1 1-19 Getting Started Video/ Graphics Cards If available, this motherboard takes advantage of the CPU’s integrate graphics processor, but discrete video cards can be installed by way of the motherboard’s expansion slots. Adding on one or more discrete video cards will significantly boost th...
Chapter 1 1-20 Getting Started Internal Connectors SATA1~6: 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 ...
Chapter 1 1-25 Getting Started 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. 1 .M I C L 3 .M I C R 1 0. H e a d P h o ne D e t ec t i...
Chapter 1 1-26 Getting Started 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. 1 0. N o Pin 1 4. G ro u nd 8 .5 V P o w e r 1 2. G ro u nd 6 .S e ria l IR Q 4 .3 . 3V P o w e r 2 .3 ...
Chapter 1 1-27 Getting Started Jumpers 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. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is turned ...
Chapter 1 1-28 Getting Started LED Status Indicators MSI LED LED Status Table The following table describes the status of LED indicators. LED LED Status Description MSI On Debug
Chapter 1 1-29 Getting Started 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 efficient...
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 th...
Chapter 2 2-2 Quick Installation CPU Installation 1 2 3 4 5 6 http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI
Chapter 2 2-4 Quick Installation Memory Installation 1 2 3 http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ
Chapter 2 2-5 Quick Installation Motherboard Installation 1 2
Chapter 2 2-7 Quick Installation Power Connectors Installation E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 or 1 2 http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
Chapter 2 2-9 Quick Installation SATA HDD Installation 1 2 http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4...
Chapter 2 2-10 Quick Installation M.2 module Installation 1 2 3 4.2 cm 6 cm 8 cm
Chapter 2 2-11 Quick Installation E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I ...
Chapter 2 2-12 Quick Installation E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 U S B E 6 8 8 M S I M C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M S IM C 4 E 6 8 8 M ...
Chapter 2 2-13 Quick Installation Graphics Card Installation http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A 1 2
Important • The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under continuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be held for reference only. • The pictures in this chpater are for reference only a...
Chapter 3 3-2 BOIS Setup 3-3 BIOS Setup Entering Setup The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal condi - tions. You may need to run the Setup program when: ■ An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP. ■ ...
Chapter 3 3-6 BOIS Setup 3-7 BIOS Setup 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 ...
Chapter 3 3-8 BOIS Setup 3-9 BIOS Setup 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>...
Chapter 3 3-8 BOIS Setup 3-9 BIOS Setup Advanced ▶ PCI Subsystem Settings Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ PEGX - Gen X [Auto] Sets PCI Express protocol for matching different installed devices. [Auto] Enables all PCIe Gen1, Gen...
Chapter 3 3-16 BOIS Setup 3-17 BIOS Setup ▶ Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Disables or enables the system wake up by PS/2 keyboard. [Any Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when activity of any key on PS/2 keyboard is detected. [Hot Key] Enables the system ...
Chapter 3 3-24 BOIS Setup 3-25 BIOS Setup 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. ▶ Save Overclocking P...
Appendix A 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.
Appendix A A-2 Realtek Audio Software Configuration After installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), the “Realtek HD Audio Manager” icon will appear at the notification area (lower right of the screen). You may double click the icon and the GUI will pop up accordingly. doubl...
Appendix A A-3 Realtek Audio ▶ Device Selection Here you can select a audio output source to change the related options. The “check” sign (in orange) 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 fr...
Appendix A A-4 Realtek Audio Hardware Default Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting. ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 2-channel speakers diagram Front ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram Rear Front
Appendix B Intel RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and enabling RAID functionality and accelerating system on platforms
Appendix B B-2 Intel RAID 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 impr...
Appendix B B-3 Intel RAID 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 pro...
Appendix B B-10 Intel RAID 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-es...
Appendix C Intel SBA (optional) Intel ® Small Business Advantage (Intel ® SBA) provides an out-of-the-box hardware-based security and productivity suite designed for the small business user. Intel SBA includes a customizable user interface and several bundled Intel applications.
Appendix C C-2 Intel SBA Prerequisites ■ Supported Operating Systems Intel SBA supports following OS: ■ Windows 7 32bit/ 64bit ■ Windows 8 32bit/ 64bit ■ Windows 8.1 32bit/ 64bit ■ Required User Permissions You must run the installer and the customization wizard with a user that has local administra...
Appendix C C-3 Intel SBA Installing Intel SBA This procedure describes how to install Intel SBA. ■ To install Intel SBA: 1. Logon to the computer with a user that has administrator privileges.2. Insert the application DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. The setup screen will automatically appear. 3. Click O...
Appendix C C-4 Intel SBA Password settings By default, the system is in an unconfigured state. Before the hardware capabilities can be used by Intel SBA software, the system must be configured. This is done in the Settings > Password Settings tab in the main menu of the GUI. Fill out the form to ...
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