Page 2 - Preface; Copyright Notice
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...
Page 3 - Smartphone Application
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...
Page 4 - Safety Instructions
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...
Page 5 - CE Conformity
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...
Page 7 - Battery Information
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...
Page 8 - WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement; ENGLISH; DEUTSCH; FRANÇAIS; РУССКИЙ
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...
Page 9 - ESPAÑOL; SRPSKI; POLSKI
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 ...
Page 10 - TÜRKÇE; ČESKY; MAGYAR; ITALIANO
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...
Page 11 - CONTENTS
Preface xi Preface ▍ CONTENTS Preface ............................................................................................................ i Copyright Notice .......................................................................................................iiTrademarks .....................
Page 13 - Chapter 1; Getting Started
Page 15 - Overview
Chapter 1 1-3 Getting Started L-In L-Out mic RS-Out CS-Out SS-Out 1. USB 3.0 port 2. MIC port 3. Headphone port 4. OC button 5. Status LED 6. Power button 7. USB 2.0 port 8. Clear CMOS button 9. Display port 10. DVI-I port 11. USB 3.0 port 12. Audio port 13. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port 14. HDMI p...
Page 17 - Chapter 2; Quick Installation; Important
Chapter 2 Quick Installation Important The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased. The CPU, CPU cooler, system fan, memory module, graphics card, and storage device showed in the installation drawing are optional.
Page 18 - Assembly Tools You Need
Chapter 2 2-2 Quick Installation 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 fro...
Page 19 - Opening the Chassis
Chapter 2 2-3 Quick Installation Opening the Chassis Knowing the Chassis Important The screws can be replaced by thumbscrews for easy chassis open and close. CPU Socket mSATA Drive Bay 2.5” HDD Bay PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot Memory Slot 3.5” HDD Bay 5.25” ODD Bay
Page 20 - Installing the Memory
Chapter 2 2-4 Quick Installation Installing the Memory 1 2 3 http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ
Page 21 - Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
Chapter 2 2-5 Quick Installation Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 3 4 5 6 http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI 1 2 Remove the cooler back pad sticker film first.
Page 23 - Installing the SATA HDD / ODD
Chapter 2 2-7 Quick Installation Installing the SATA HDD / ODD http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc 3 4 1 2 M2 M2 M2 M2 #6-32 Flat #6-32 Flat M2 M2 #6-32 Flat #6-32 Flat 5 6 Remove the ODD mylar from the front cover.
Page 25 - Installing the Graphics Card
Chapter 2 2-9 Quick Installation Installing the Graphics Card http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A 1 2 #6-32 Sunk #6-32 Sunk
Page 27 - Installing the mSATA SSD
Chapter 2 2-11 Quick Installation Installing the mSATA SSD 3 4 5 1 2 Connect the SATA and power cables.
Page 28 - Installing the System Fan
Chapter 2 2-12 Quick Installation Installing the System Fan 1 2 3 4 T5 T5 T5 T5 T5 T5 #6-32 Flat #6-32 Flat 120mm or 92mm
Page 29 - Cleaning the Dust Container
Chapter 2 2-13 Quick Installation Cleaning the Dust Container Important Regularly cleaning the dust container could keep the system well-ventilated. Clean the dust container with clean water and dry it before replacing it to the system.
Page 30 - Appendix A; More to Know
Page 31 - OC Genie Button; Optional System Fan
Appendix A A-2 More to Know OC Genie Button OC Genie button can help to gain the better perfomance while playing 3D games. ■ Push the OC Genie button before booting. ■ The button and the system LED will light when the system is powered on. ■ Push the OC Genie button again to turn off the both LEDs. ...
Page 32 - Audio Setting
Appendix A A-3 More to Know Audio Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting. ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 2-channel speakers diagram F r o n t ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram R e a r F r o n t