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... History ii Technical Support ii Safety Instructions iii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement iv WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement v Chapter 1 Getting Started 1-1 Mainboard Specifications 1-2 Mainboard Layout 1-4 Packing Checklist 1-5 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 2-1 Quick Components Guide 2-2 CPU (Central Processing Unit 2-3 Memory 2-7 Power Supply 2-11 Back Panel 2-12 Connectors 2-14 Switch 2-20...
... History ii Technical Support ii Safety Instructions iii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement iv WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement v Chapter 1 Getting Started 1-1 Mainboard Specifications 1-2 Mainboard Layout 1-4 Packing Checklist 1-5 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 2-1 Quick Components Guide 2-2 CPU (Central Processing Unit 2-3 Memory 2-7 Power Supply 2-11 Back Panel 2-12 Connectors 2-14 Switch 2-20...
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...9613; Getting Started Mainboard Specifications Processor Support ■ Intel® i7 processors in the LGA1366 package (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=cpuform2) Supported QPI ■ Up to 6.4 GT/s Chipset ■ North Bridge: Intel® X58 chipset ■ South ...x8/ x16 data lines per DIMM ■ Supports up to 3 channels mode (For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=testreport) LAN ■ Supports PCIE LAN 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek 8111C Audio ■ Chip integrated ...
...9613; Getting Started Mainboard Specifications Processor Support ■ Intel® i7 processors in the LGA1366 package (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=cpuform2) Supported QPI ■ Up to 6.4 GT/s Chipset ■ North Bridge: Intel® X58 chipset ■ South ...x8/ x16 data lines per DIMM ■ Supports up to 3 channels mode (For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=testreport) LAN ■ Supports PCIE LAN 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek 8111C Audio ■ Chip integrated ...
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...power supply's power cord from overheating. If you do not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications is designed to support overclocking. Introduction to ensure the safety of CPU. Remember to apply some thermal paste on the computer. Overclocking...make sure the cooling fan can work properly to enhance heat dissipation. For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=cpuform2 Important Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Make sure that you apply an even ...
...power supply's power cord from overheating. If you do not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications is designed to support overclocking. Introduction to ensure the safety of CPU. Remember to apply some thermal paste on the computer. Overclocking...make sure the cooling fan can work properly to enhance heat dissipation. For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=cpuform2 Important Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Make sure that you apply an even ...
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The appearance of your motherboard may vary depending on the graphics card to operate. b. After entering the O.S., click the "CatalystTM Control Center" icon on both mazarine PCIE x16 slots. • ... the view drop menu. When all of the hardware and software has been properly set up and installed, reboot the system. MS-7522 Important • Motherboard photos shown in this section are of the same brand and specifications;
The appearance of your motherboard may vary depending on the graphics card to operate. b. After entering the O.S., click the "CatalystTM Control Center" icon on both mazarine PCIE x16 slots. • ... the view drop menu. When all of the hardware and software has been properly set up and installed, reboot the system. MS-7522 Important • Motherboard photos shown in this section are of the same brand and specifications;
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... Setup PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications. 32-bit PCI Slot Important When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for...
... Setup PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications. 32-bit PCI Slot Important When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for...
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... or make changes to exit the Help screen. 3-3 Main Menu The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes General Help Enter CPU Specifications submenu Enter Memory-Z submenu Load Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe Defaults Save all the CMOS changes and exit Getting Help After entering the Setup menu...
... or make changes to exit the Help screen. 3-3 Main Menu The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes General Help Enter CPU Specifications submenu Enter Memory-Z submenu Load Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe Defaults Save all the CMOS changes and exit Getting Help After entering the Setup menu...
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... by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance. ▶ Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard. ▶ Save & Exit Setup Save changes to CMOS and exit setup. ▶ Exit Without Saving Abandon all changes and...
... by the BIOS vendor for stable system performance. ▶ Load Optimized Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the mainboard. ▶ Save & Exit Setup Save changes to CMOS and exit setup. ▶ Exit Without Saving Abandon all changes and...
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... is able to run in APIC mode. Setting to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller). To find out which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification) version to be used to [On] will expand available IRQ resources for the operating system.
... is able to run in APIC mode. Setting to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller). To find out which MPS (Multi-Processor Specification) version to be used to [On] will expand available IRQ resources for the operating system.
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... the CPU fan speed automatically depending on the current temperature to [Reset]. To clear the warning message, set the field to keep it with in a specific range.
... the CPU fan speed automatically depending on the current temperature to [Reset]. To clear the warning message, set the field to keep it with in a specific range.
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... Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the CPU Base clock (in MHz). ▶ Intel Turbo Boost tech 3-20 ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ CPU Specifications Press to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. This field will appear after you to set the performance level of installed CPU...
... Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the CPU Base clock (in MHz). ▶ Intel Turbo Boost tech 3-20 ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ CPU Specifications Press to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. This field will appear after you to set the performance level of installed CPU...
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MS-7522 Important Failed Overclocking Resolution This motherboard supports overclocking greatly. However, please make sure your system from improper operation will determine that the previous overclocking is not recommended. Please note that exceeds product specification is failed and restore the default settings automatically. The previous overclocking had failed, and system will restore its...
MS-7522 Important Failed Overclocking Resolution This motherboard supports overclocking greatly. However, please make sure your system from improper operation will determine that the previous overclocking is not recommended. Please note that exceeds product specification is failed and restore the default settings automatically. The previous overclocking had failed, and system will restore its...
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... stare to save the onboard ROM chip data to save it only supports FAT/ FAT32 file system drive. ▶ Save File Name as Please setup a specific extend name for the BIOS file, which will be saved into the USB drive/ storage drive. Note: it to USB drive/ storage drive. ▶... Save File to Selected Device Please setup a specific folder in specific USB drive/ storage drive to the selected USB drive/ storage drvie. 3-29 MS-7522 == BIOS Data Saving == The following fields are used to read...
... stare to save the onboard ROM chip data to save it only supports FAT/ FAT32 file system drive. ▶ Save File Name as Please setup a specific extend name for the BIOS file, which will be saved into the USB drive/ storage drive. Note: it to USB drive/ storage drive. ▶... Save File to Selected Device Please setup a specific folder in specific USB drive/ storage drive to the selected USB drive/ storage drvie. 3-29 MS-7522 == BIOS Data Saving == The following fields are used to read...
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... pressing Enter loads the BIOS default values for optimal system performance. 3-30 The Fail-Safe Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for stable system performance. The Optimized Defaults are the default values set by the BIOS vendor for optimal performance of the BIOS settings to restore...
... pressing Enter loads the BIOS default values for optimal system performance. 3-30 The Fail-Safe Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for stable system performance. The Optimized Defaults are the default values set by the BIOS vendor for optimal performance of the BIOS settings to restore...
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... to verify the Port and serial number of two RAID 0 arrays. ■ Strip Sizes: Select the desired strip size setting. Then click "Next" to your specific RAID usage model. It is very important to note which disk is the source disk (the one is attached to the "Selected" field. On a RAID...
... to verify the Port and serial number of two RAID 0 arrays. ■ Strip Sizes: Select the desired strip size setting. Then click "Next" to your specific RAID usage model. It is very important to note which disk is the source disk (the one is attached to the "Selected" field. On a RAID...