MSI Z97 GAMING 9 AC Manual- 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...

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 Z97 GAMING 9 AC Series (MS-7926 v1.X) ATX motherboard. The Z97 GAMING 9 AC Series motherboards are based on Intel ® Z97 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel ® LGA1150 processor, the Z97 GAMING 9 AC Series mothe...

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 1-7 Getting Started Connectors Quick Guide CPUFAN1 PCI_E1 PCI_E2 PCI_E3 PCI_E4 PCI_E5 PCI_E6 JPWR1 JUSB4 SATA1_2 SATA3_4 SATA5_6 JPWR2 CPU Socket Back Panel JUSB3 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion module connector M2_1JTPM1 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 CPUFAN2 OC1 POWER1 FV1 RESET1 SATA7_8 JCI1 JFP1 JF...

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. Clear CMOS Button There is CMOS RAM present on board that is powered by an external battery to store system configuration data. Using ...

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. http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Dual-Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can tran...

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_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot Important When adding or ...

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 SATA1~8: 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. 1.MIC L 3.MIC R 10.H ead Phon e De tectio n 5.He ad P hone R 7.Gro und 9.He ad P hone L 8.No Pin 6.MIC Dete ction 4.NC 2.Gro und AUDPWR1: Direct...

Chapter 1 1-28 Getting Started Buttons The motherboard has numerous on-board buttons to control various functions. This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s functions through the use of these on-board buttons. OC1: OC Genie Button This button is used to automatically overclock the s...

Chapter 1 1-30 Getting Started 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. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is turned o...

Chapter 1 1-33 Getting Started LED Status Indicators Debug LED LED Status Table The following table describes the status of LED indicators. LED LED Status Description MSI On Debug HDD Blinking HDD activity BIOS A LED Blue BIOS A in operation BIOS B LED Green BIOS B in operation BIOS A LED BIOS B LED...

Chapter 1 1-34 Getting Started Debug Code LED Table Please refer to the table below to get more information about the Debug Code LED message. Post Status 02,07 Power on CPU Initialization 03,08 Power on North Bridge Initialization 04,09 Power on South Bridge Initialization 0B Power on Cache Initiali...

Chapter 1 1-35 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 M.2 module Installation 1 2 3 4.2 cm 6 cm 8 cm

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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...

3-6 BIOS Setup 3-7 BIOS Setup Chapter 3 3-6 BIOS 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/...

Chapter 3 3-8 BIOS Setup 3-9 BIOS Setup 3-8 BIOS 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 B...

3-8 BIOS Setup 3-9 BIOS Setup Chapter 3 3-8 BIOS 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. CPU PCI-E Lane Configuration [Auto] It can help you conveniently and directly manage the config...

3-14 BIOS Setup 3-15 BIOS Setup Chapter 3 3-14 BIOS Setup 3-15 BIOS Setup Resume By Onboard LAN [Disabled] Disables or enables the system wake up by Onboard LAN. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes when activity or input signal of LAN device is detected. [Disabled...

Chapter 3 3-16 BIOS Setup 3-17 BIOS Setup 3-16 BIOS Setup 3-17 BIOS Setup 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. En...

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 RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and enabling RAID functionality and accelerating system on platforms

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...