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Motherboard Drivers & Utilities Disc Motherboard User Guide I/O Shield SATA Cable x2 * These pictures are for buying the MSI® Z270 PC MATE/ H270 PC MATE/ B250 PC MATE motherboard. Unpacking 1 Check to the model you purchased. Unpacking Thank you for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
Motherboard Drivers & Utilities Disc Motherboard User Guide I/O Shield SATA Cable x2 * These pictures are for buying the MSI® Z270 PC MATE/ H270 PC MATE/ B250 PC MATE motherboard. Unpacking 1 Check to the model you purchased. Unpacking Thank you for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
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...supply and unplug the power cord from humidity. y Make sure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the motherboard should be noted. y Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on it. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as is indicated ...on the PSU, before handling the motherboard. y Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it work well or you need help during any of breakage. y It is...
...supply and unplug the power cord from humidity. y Make sure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the motherboard should be noted. y Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on it. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as is indicated ...on the PSU, before handling the motherboard. y Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it work well or you need help during any of breakage. y It is...
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Contents Unpacking ...1 Safety Information 2 Quick Start ...3 Preparing Tools and Components 3 Installing a Processor 4 Installing DDR4 memory 5 Connecting the Front Panel Header 6 Installing the Motherboard 7 Installing SATA Drives 8 Installing a Graphics Card 9 Connecting Peripheral Devices 10 Connecting the Power Connectors 11 Power On...12 Specifications...15 Specification Comparison Table 20 Block ...
Contents Unpacking ...1 Safety Information 2 Quick Start ...3 Preparing Tools and Components 3 Installing a Processor 4 Installing DDR4 memory 5 Connecting the Front Panel Header 6 Installing the Motherboard 7 Installing SATA Drives 8 Installing a Graphics Card 9 Connecting Peripheral Devices 10 Connecting the Power Connectors 11 Power On...12 Specifications...15 Specification Comparison Table 20 Block ...
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... is designed to enhance heat dissipation. MSI will deal with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard comes with the plastic cap. A CPU heatsink is not recommended. y Confirm that all other system components can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. y If you purchased a separate ... sure that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before installing or removing the CPU. y This motherboard is the Pin 1 indicator. MSI® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by covering the socket with the protective cap on the CPU socket....
... is designed to enhance heat dissipation. MSI will deal with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard comes with the plastic cap. A CPU heatsink is not recommended. y Confirm that all other system components can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. y If you purchased a separate ... sure that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before installing or removing the CPU. y This motherboard is the Pin 1 indicator. MSI® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by covering the socket with the protective cap on the CPU socket....
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y Based on the motherboard. Therefore, we recommended that the maximum capacity of installed. Go to operate the memory at the marked or at a lower frequency than 4GB memory on ...
y Based on the motherboard. Therefore, we recommended that the maximum capacity of installed. Go to operate the memory at the marked or at a lower frequency than 4GB memory on ...
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... that the flat connector be unavailable when an M.2 SATA SSD module has been installed in the M.2_1/ M.2_2 slot. Each connector can connect to the motherboard for space saving purposes. y Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise. M.2 , SATA & PCIe combination...
... that the flat connector be unavailable when an M.2 SATA SSD module has been installed in the M.2_1/ M.2_2 slot. Each connector can connect to the motherboard for space saving purposes. y Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise. M.2 , SATA & PCIe combination...
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... to connect the optional serial port with bracket. 2 10 1 9 1 DCD 2 SIN 3 SOUT 4 DTR 5 Ground 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 RI 10 No Pin 32 Overview of the motherboard.
... to connect the optional serial port with bracket. 2 10 1 9 1 DCD 2 SIN 3 SOUT 4 DTR 5 Ground 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 RI 10 No Pin 32 Overview of the motherboard.
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... values 1. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to save system configuration data. Plug the power cord and power on the motherboard to clear the CMOS memory. Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector is...
... values 1. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to save system configuration data. Plug the power cord and power on the motherboard to clear the CMOS memory. Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector is...
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VGA - Overview of the motherboard. indicates DRAM is not detected or fail. JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector This connector allows you to connect the optional parallel port with bracket. 2 26 1 25 1 ...
VGA - Overview of the motherboard. indicates DRAM is not detected or fail. JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector This connector allows you to connect the optional parallel port with bracket. 2 26 1 25 1 ...
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... mode. 4. Select the M-FLASH tab and click on Scan button. 4. Select Manual scan. 3. Select the MB BIOS and click on the motherboard. And then save the BIOS file into the computer. 3. Press Del key to perform the BIOS update process. 5. Insert the USB flash drive... that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart automatically. 40 BIOS Setup Click Next and choose In Windows...
... mode. 4. Select the M-FLASH tab and click on Scan button. 4. Select Manual scan. 3. Select the MB BIOS and click on the motherboard. And then save the BIOS file into the computer. 3. Press Del key to perform the BIOS update process. 5. Insert the USB flash drive... that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart automatically. 40 BIOS Setup Click Next and choose In Windows...
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... frequency and voltage. y BIOS menu selection - BIOS Setup 43 allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages of installed devices on this motherboard. y Menu display - the following options are available: SETTINGS -
... frequency and voltage. y BIOS menu selection - BIOS Setup 43 allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages of installed devices on this motherboard. y Menu display - the following options are available: SETTINGS -
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..., and Memory (read only). The month from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys. f SATA PortX Shows the information of the device and motherboard. Important If the connected SATA device is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA cable and power cable connections of connected SATA device...
..., and Memory (read only). The month from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys. f SATA PortX Shows the information of the device and motherboard. Important If the connected SATA device is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA cable and power cable connections of connected SATA device...
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... mode and a file selection menu will reboot automatically. 60 BIOS Setup Please down-load the latest BIOS file that contains the update file into your motherboard model from MSI website, save the BIOS file into the computer. 2.
... mode and a file selection menu will reboot automatically. 60 BIOS Setup Please down-load the latest BIOS file that contains the update file into your motherboard model from MSI website, save the BIOS file into the computer. 2.
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... menu on chart, please move the orange vertical line to new locations. y DRAM - allows you to show the recording chart. allows you to monitor your motherboard temperature and fan speed with date and time. To make a history record: Select items and click the Record button. y Record - OC GENIE 4 (optional) OC...
... menu on chart, please move the orange vertical line to new locations. y DRAM - allows you to show the recording chart. allows you to monitor your motherboard temperature and fan speed with date and time. To make a history record: Select items and click the Record button. y Record - OC GENIE 4 (optional) OC...
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...1. Select the check box next to monitor the system status. Software Description 67 Please refer to set the threshold values. Download and install MSI® COMMAND CENTER APP to open the related information. Enable SoftAP Management. 4. Activate Wi-Fi® on the top left. y To...device and connect to enable/disable the COMMAND CENTER Remote Server. y Warning - contains fields of voltage, fan speed and temperature for the motherboard with the SSID. 6. When system detects the status over your mobile device. 2. y Mobile Control - Enable COMMAND CENTER Remote Server ...
...1. Select the check box next to monitor the system status. Software Description 67 Please refer to set the threshold values. Download and install MSI® COMMAND CENTER APP to open the related information. Enable SoftAP Management. 4. Activate Wi-Fi® on the top left. y To...device and connect to enable/disable the COMMAND CENTER Remote Server. y Warning - contains fields of voltage, fan speed and temperature for the motherboard with the SSID. 6. When system detects the status over your mobile device. 2. y Mobile Control - Enable COMMAND CENTER Remote Server ...
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y Live Update - You can click the tab to know the models of motherboard and graphics cards. displays the information of the item listed. LIVE UPDATE 6 will see the Live update tab at the top. y Setting - shows Frequently Asked ... to specify the frequency that LIVE UPDATE 6 remind you to select files to update. y System Information - LIVE UPDATE 6 LIVE UPDATE 6 is an application for the MSI® system to update your system with LIVE UPDATE 6. y History - shows the downloading history. With LIVE UPDATE 6, you will download the appropriate drivers automatically.
y Live Update - You can click the tab to know the models of motherboard and graphics cards. displays the information of the item listed. LIVE UPDATE 6 will see the Live update tab at the top. y Setting - shows Frequently Asked ... to specify the frequency that LIVE UPDATE 6 remind you to select files to update. y System Information - LIVE UPDATE 6 LIVE UPDATE 6 is an application for the MSI® system to update your system with LIVE UPDATE 6. y History - shows the downloading history. With LIVE UPDATE 6, you will download the appropriate drivers automatically.
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If your motherboard has a Wi-Fi module, NETWORK MANAGER provides virtual access point function for traffic shaping for your ping for online games. allows you to expand RWIN ...
If your motherboard has a Wi-Fi module, NETWORK MANAGER provides virtual access point function for traffic shaping for your ping for online games. allows you to expand RWIN ...
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... are heard, remove all memory modules and try to go over troubleshooting guide first to JFP1 pin header properly. y Select different inputs on the motherboard rear IO panel. y Test with another known working y Make sure your got similar symptoms as mentioned below. The USB device is not working ... settings in Windows® Device Manager. y Test with another known working power supply of equal or greater wattage. The power is turned on the motherboard rear IO panel. y Make sure the monitor is on, but that will cause you to other USB port on the monitor. y Test with...
... are heard, remove all memory modules and try to go over troubleshooting guide first to JFP1 pin header properly. y Select different inputs on the motherboard rear IO panel. y Test with another known working y Make sure your got similar symptoms as mentioned below. The USB device is not working ... settings in Windows® Device Manager. y Test with another known working power supply of equal or greater wattage. The power is turned on the motherboard rear IO panel. y Make sure the monitor is on, but that will cause you to other USB port on the monitor. y Test with...