MSI B85M-E43 DASH- User Manual

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 atı...

Preface xi Preface CONTENTS Preface ............................................................................................................ i Copyright Notice ......................................................................................................iiTrademarks ........................

Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the B85M-E43 DASH Series (MS-7830 v1.X) Micro- ATX motherboard. The B85M-E43 DASH Series motherboards are based on Intel ® B85 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel ® LGA1150 processor, the B85M-E43 DASH Series moth...

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 the p...

Chapter 1 1-6 Getting Started Connectors Quick Guide CPUFAN JFP1 JAUD1 JCI1 PCI_E1 PCI_E2 PCI_E3 JFP2 PCI1 JPWR1 JTPM1 SATA1 SATA4 SATA5_6 JPWR2 CPU Socket Back Panel JLPT1 JUSB1 JUSB2 DIMM4 DIMM3 DIMM2 DIMM1 JUSB3 SYSFAN2 JBAT1 JCOM1 JCOM2 SATA2 SATA3 SYSFAN1

Chapter 1 1-8 Getting Started Back Panel Quick Guide PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port The PS/2 ® mouse/keyboard DIN connectors for a PS/2 ® mouse/keyboard. LAN Port The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN). LINK/ACT LED SPEED LED LED LED Status Description Link/ Activity L...

Chapter 1 1-11 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 1-14 Getting Started Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report/ DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the addre...

Chapter 1 1-15 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 1-16 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 1-17 Getting Started Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot PCI1: PCI Expansion Slot ...

Chapter 1 1-18 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 1-19 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 1-23 Getting Started JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the computer case is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this intrusion and a warning message will flash on screen. To clea...

Chapter 1 1-24 Getting Started JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector connects to a optional TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Module. Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. 10.N o Pin 14.G roun d 8.5V Pow er 12.G roun d 6.Se rial IR Q 4.3.3 V Po wer 2.3V Stan ...

Chapter 1 1-25 Getting Started JCOM1~2: Serial Port Connector This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device. 1.DC D 3.SO UT 10.N o Pin 5.Gro und 7.RT S 9.RI 8.CT S 6.DS R 4.DT R 2.SIN Jumper JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There ...

Chapter 1 1-26 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 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 or 1 2 http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4

Chapter 2 2-9 Quick Installation SATA HDD Installation 1 2 http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68 8 MSI MC 4 E68...

Chapter 2 2-10 Quick Installation mSATA SSD Installation

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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 and ma...

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 front ...

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 SBA 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 B B-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 ...