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... vi Battery Information vii Chemical Substances Information vii WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement viii Chapter 1 Getting Sarted 1-1 Packing Contents 1-2 Optional Accessories 1-2 Assembly Precautions 1-3 Motherboard Specifications 1-4 Connectors Quick Guide 1-6 Back Panel Quick Guide 1-8 CPU (Central Processing Unit 1-11 Introduction to the LGA 1150 CPU 1-11 CPU & Heatsink Installation 1-12 Memory...
... vi Battery Information vii Chemical Substances Information vii WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement viii Chapter 1 Getting Sarted 1-1 Packing Contents 1-2 Optional Accessories 1-2 Assembly Precautions 1-3 Motherboard Specifications 1-4 Connectors Quick Guide 1-6 Back Panel Quick Guide 1-8 CPU (Central Processing Unit 1-11 Introduction to the LGA 1150 CPU 1-11 CPU & Heatsink Installation 1-12 Memory...
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...: TPM Module Connector 1-25 Jumper 1-25 JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper 1-25 Drivers and Utilities 1-26 Total Installer 1-26 Chapter 2 Quick Installation 2-1 CPU Installation 2-2 Memory Installation 2-4 Motherboard Installation 2-5 Power Connectors Installation 2-7 SATA HDD Installation 2-9 mSATA SSD Installation 2-10 Front Panel Connector Installation 2-11 JFP1 Connector Installation 2-11 Front Panel Audio Connector Installation...
...: TPM Module Connector 1-25 Jumper 1-25 JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper 1-25 Drivers and Utilities 1-26 Total Installer 1-26 Chapter 2 Quick Installation 2-1 CPU Installation 2-2 Memory Installation 2-4 Motherboard Installation 2-5 Power Connectors Installation 2-7 SATA HDD Installation 2-9 mSATA SSD Installation 2-10 Front Panel Connector Installation 2-11 JFP1 Connector Installation 2-11 Front Panel Audio Connector Installation...
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Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1150 processor, the the H81I/ H81I-S01 series motherboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution. The the H81I/ H81I-S01 series motherboards are based on Intel® H81 chipset for choosing the H81I/ H81I-S01 series (MS-7851 v2.X) Mini-ITX motherboard.
Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1150 processor, the the H81I/ H81I-S01 series motherboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution. The the H81I/ H81I-S01 series motherboards are based on Intel® H81 chipset for choosing the H81I/ H81I-S01 series (MS-7851 v2.X) Mini-ITX motherboard.
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Getting Started 1-2 Chapter 1 Packing Contents Motherboard Drivers & Utilities Disc Motherboard User Guide I/O Shield SATA Cable Optional Accessories USB 3.0 Bracket M-Connector * These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased. * If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dealer.
Getting Started 1-2 Chapter 1 Packing Contents Motherboard Drivers & Utilities Disc Motherboard User Guide I/O Shield SATA Cable Optional Accessories USB 3.0 Bracket M-Connector * These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased. * If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dealer.
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...electricity by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. ■ It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling the motherboard to the user. ■ If you need help during any computer component. ■ Ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components... on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case. ■ Do not use the computer in a high-temperature environment. ■ Do not boot the computer ...
...electricity by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. ■ It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling the motherboard to the user. ■ If you need help during any computer component. ■ Ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components... on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case. ■ Do not use the computer in a high-temperature environment. ■ Do not boot the computer ...
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... the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB 2.0 connectors)** * For H81I only. ** For H81I-S01 only. ■ RENESAS UPD720202 chip - 2x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel)* * For H81I only. ■ Realtek® ALC887 Codec - 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio - Chapter 1 Motherboard Specifications CPU Support Chipset Memory Support Expansion Slot Onboard Graphics Storage...
... the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB 2.0 connectors)** * For H81I only. ** For H81I-S01 only. ■ RENESAS UPD720202 chip - 2x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel)* * For H81I only. ■ Realtek® ALC887 Codec - 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio - Chapter 1 Motherboard Specifications CPU Support Chipset Memory Support Expansion Slot Onboard Graphics Storage...
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...the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation. Always make sure that all other system components can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications is the Pin 1 indicator Important Overheating... Overheating can tolerate overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications. 1-11 Getting Started Overclocking This motherboard is the Pin 1 indicator. Replacing the CPU When replacing the CPU, always turn off the system's power supply and ...
...the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation. Always make sure that all other system components can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications is the Pin 1 indicator Important Overheating... Overheating can tolerate overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications. 1-11 Getting Started Overclocking This motherboard is the Pin 1 indicator. Replacing the CPU When replacing the CPU, always turn off the system's power supply and ...
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... and lift to the fully open position. 2. A CPU heatsink is pushed to the fully open position. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard. at the address below to install CPU & heatsink. Load lever Retention tab Load plate Important Do not touch the socket contacts or the bottom of...
... and lift to the fully open position. 2. A CPU heatsink is pushed to the fully open position. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard. at the address below to install CPU & heatsink. Load lever Retention tab Load plate Important Do not touch the socket contacts or the bottom of...
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...get wedged into position a click should be heard. 10. Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to fasten the heatsink. Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the plastic cap. • If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to ensure that the CPU heatsink has formed... the socket with the fan's cable facing towards the fan connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard. As each fastener locks into the holes on the motherboard. Inspect the motherboard to the documentation in place. 11. 7. Push down to the CPU fan connector on the...
...get wedged into position a click should be heard. 10. Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to fasten the heatsink. Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the plastic cap. • If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to ensure that the CPU heatsink has formed... the socket with the fan's cable facing towards the fan connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard. As each fastener locks into the holes on the motherboard. Inspect the motherboard to the documentation in place. 11. 7. Push down to the CPU fan connector on the...
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... backplate. The I/O backplate should snap easily into the computer case without the need for any contact between the motherboard circuitry and the computer case, except for an motherboard on the mounting plate in your computer case. Chapter 1 The I/O ports should line up with the holes on...the manual that came with the computer case. For more information, please refer to the motherboard, any screws. Getting Started 1-16 They should be facing toward the rear of the motherboard. If there is prohibited. • Please make sure there are shown below. Mounting Screw...
... backplate. The I/O backplate should snap easily into the computer case without the need for any contact between the motherboard circuitry and the computer case, except for an motherboard on the mounting plate in your computer case. Chapter 1 The I/O ports should line up with the holes on...the manual that came with the computer case. For more information, please refer to the motherboard, any screws. Getting Started 1-16 They should be facing toward the rear of the motherboard. If there is prohibited. • Please make sure there are shown below. Mounting Screw...
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... 1 Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to connect an ATX power supply. If done correctly, the clip on the motherboard's power connector. 1.+23.+3.33.G4V.3.r+5Vo.5uG6Vn.r7+do.5uG8Vn.rP9do.Wu51nV0R1d.S1+O1B.1+K2211.V+3213.V+4.133.-5V.113.2G6V1V.rP7o1.SuG81-n.rO9Gdo2.NurG0o2n...31.+21V2V Important Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard. 1-17 Getting Started To connect the ATX power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into ...
... 1 Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to connect an ATX power supply. If done correctly, the clip on the motherboard's power connector. 1.+23.+3.33.G4V.3.r+5Vo.5uG6Vn.r7+do.5uG8Vn.rP9do.Wu51nV0R1d.S1+O1B.1+K2211.V+3213.V+4.133.-5V.113.2G6V1V.rP7o1.SuG81-n.rO9Gdo2.NurG0o2n...31.+21V2V Important Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard. 1-17 Getting Started To connect the ATX power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into ...
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... installation or other special settings. 1-19 Getting Started Depending on the expansion slot(s) used, there should be clip(s) on the motherboard. Line up the video card on one or more discrete video cards will use. Push the video card into its expansion slot...a power cable directly from the computer case. 2. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Adding on top of the expansion slot(s) with butterfly lock. Chapter 1 Video/ Graphics Cards If available, this motherboard takes advantage of the CPU's integrate graphics processor, but discrete video cards...
... installation or other special settings. 1-19 Getting Started Depending on the expansion slot(s) used, there should be clip(s) on the motherboard. Line up the video card on one or more discrete video cards will use. Push the video card into its expansion slot...a power cable directly from the computer case. 2. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Adding on top of the expansion slot(s) with butterfly lock. Chapter 1 Video/ Graphics Cards If available, this motherboard takes advantage of the CPU's integrate graphics processor, but discrete video cards...
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Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to the motherboard for further installation instructions. • Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Refer to the manual that large SATA devices, such ...
Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to the motherboard for further installation instructions. • Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Refer to the manual that large SATA devices, such ...
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...Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with +12V. If the computer case is opened,...Getting Started The Command Center utility can be plugged into any fan blades. Some system fans may not connect to the motherboard and will flash on the motherboard to find recommended CPU heatsink. • These connectors support Smart Fan Control with liner mode. JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector...
...Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with +12V. If the computer case is opened,...Getting Started The Command Center utility can be plugged into any fan blades. Some system fans may not connect to the motherboard and will flash on the motherboard to find recommended CPU heatsink. • These connectors support Smart Fan Control with liner mode. JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector...
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... panel switches and LEDs. Plug all the wires from the case, pins marked by small triangles are positive wires. http://youtu.be plugged into the motherboard. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. Please use the optional M-Connector to determine correct connector orientation and...
... panel switches and LEDs. Plug all the wires from the case, pins marked by small triangles are positive wires. http://youtu.be plugged into the motherboard. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. Please use the optional M-Connector to determine correct connector orientation and...
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...the CMOS RAM. 1 Keep Data 1 Clear Data Important You can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it will damage the motherboard. 1-25 Getting Started If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to a optional TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Module. Do not... clear the CMOS RAM while the system is on because it is turned on the motherboard to save system configuration data. Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. 2.34V.36S..3tS8aVe.n15Prd0iVaob1.NlwyP2I1o....
...the CMOS RAM. 1 Keep Data 1 Clear Data Important You can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it will damage the motherboard. 1-25 Getting Started If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to a optional TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Module. Do not... clear the CMOS RAM while the system is on because it is turned on the motherboard to save system configuration data. Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. 2.34V.36S..3tS8aVe.n15Prd0iVaob1.NlwyP2I1o....
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... 6. You can protect your computer from viruses by installing the bundled security program. The software installation will then be in OS. 2. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. The bundle also includes a variety of powerful and creative utilities. Drivers allow the computer to maximize the ...Install button. 5. Drivers and Utilities After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide. Click Total Installer. Click OK button to finish. 7. Restart your computer...
... 6. You can protect your computer from viruses by installing the bundled security program. The software installation will then be in OS. 2. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. The bundle also includes a variety of powerful and creative utilities. Drivers allow the computer to maximize the ...Install button. 5. Drivers and Utilities After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide. Click Total Installer. Click OK button to finish. 7. Restart your computer...
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... BIOS menu selection System information Boot device priority bar BIOS menu selection Menu display ▶ Temperature monitor Shows the temperatures of the processor and the motherboard. ▶ Language Allows you to select the language of the BIOS setup. ▶ System information Shows the time, date, CPU name, CPU frequency, DRAM frequency... a USB flash disk. ■ OC PROFILE -This menu is used to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages of the installed devices on the motherboard. Uses this menu to overclock. ■ M-FLASH -
... BIOS menu selection System information Boot device priority bar BIOS menu selection Menu display ▶ Temperature monitor Shows the temperatures of the processor and the motherboard. ▶ Language Allows you to select the language of the BIOS setup. ▶ System information Shows the time, date, CPU name, CPU frequency, DRAM frequency... a USB flash disk. ■ OC PROFILE -This menu is used to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages of the installed devices on the motherboard. Uses this menu to overclock. ■ M-FLASH -