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... vi Battery Information vii Chemical Substances Information vii WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement viii Chapter 1 Getting Started 1-1 Packing Contents 1-2 Optional Accessories 1-2 Assembly Precautions 1-3 Motherboard Specifications 1-4 Connectors Quick Guide 1-7 Back Panel Quick Guide 1-9 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 Started 1-1 Packing Contents 1-2 Optional Accessories 1-2 Assembly Precautions 1-3 Motherboard Specifications 1-4 Connectors Quick Guide 1-7 Back Panel Quick Guide 1-9 CPU (Central Processing Unit 1-11 Introduction to the LGA 1150 CPU 1-11 CPU & Heatsink Installation 1-12 Memory...
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...: Serial Port Connector 1-28 Jumper 1-29 JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper 1-29 Drivers and Utilities 1-30 Total Installer 1-30 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 Connecotr Installation 2-11 Front Panel Audio Connector Installation...
...: Serial Port Connector 1-28 Jumper 1-29 JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper 1-29 Drivers and Utilities 1-30 Total Installer 1-30 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 Connecotr Installation 2-11 Front Panel Audio Connector Installation...
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Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for optimal system efficiency. The Z87-G43/ H87-G43/ B85-G43 Series motherboards are based on Intel® Z87/ H87/ B85 chipset for choosing the Z87-G43/ H87-G43/ B85-G43 Series (MS7816 v1.X) ATX motherboard. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1150 processor, the Z87G43/ H87-G43/ B85-G43 Series motherboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for optimal system efficiency. The Z87-G43/ H87-G43/ B85-G43 Series motherboards are based on Intel® Z87/ H87/ B85 chipset for choosing the Z87-G43/ H87-G43/ B85-G43 Series (MS7816 v1.X) ATX motherboard. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1150 processor, the Z87G43/ H87-G43/ B85-G43 Series motherboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.
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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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... not installed. ■ Before turning on the computer, 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 this package are prone to ensure successful computer ... the following instructions to damage from the power outlet before installation 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 all components are securely connected. Assembly Precautions...
... not installed. ■ Before turning on the computer, 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 this package are prone to ensure successful computer ... the following instructions to damage from the power outlet before installation 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 all components are securely connected. Assembly Precautions...
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...Gigabit LAN controller Getting Started 1-4 OC is for LGA 1150 socket ■ Intel® Z87 Express Chipset (Z87-G43) ■ Intel® H87 Express Chipset (H87-G43)* ■ Intel® B85 Express Chipset (B85-G43)* * Supports Intel® SBA. ■ 4x DDR3 memory slots supporting up to... 32GB ■ Supports DDR3 3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2666(OC)/ 2600(OC)/ 2400(OC)/ 2200(OC)/ 2133(OC)/ 2000(OC)/ 1866(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz - Chapter 1 Motherboard...
...Gigabit LAN controller Getting Started 1-4 OC is for LGA 1150 socket ■ Intel® Z87 Express Chipset (Z87-G43) ■ Intel® H87 Express Chipset (H87-G43)* ■ Intel® B85 Express Chipset (B85-G43)* * Supports Intel® SBA. ■ 4x DDR3 memory slots supporting up to... 32GB ■ Supports DDR3 3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2666(OC)/ 2600(OC)/ 2400(OC)/ 2200(OC)/ 2133(OC)/ 2000(OC)/ 1866(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz - Chapter 1 Motherboard...
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... enhance heat dissipation. Notch Notch Chapter 1 Golden triangle is the Pin 1 indicator. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications is designed to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. Replacing the CPU When replacing the CPU, always turn off the system...
... enhance heat dissipation. Notch Notch Chapter 1 Golden triangle is the Pin 1 indicator. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications is designed to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. Replacing the CPU When replacing the CPU, always turn off the system...
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... the video to learn how to install a CPU heatsink. http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI 1. Getting Started 1-12 Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard. at the address below to the fully open position. The load plate will automatically lift up as the load lever is necessary to the fully...
... the video to learn how to install a CPU heatsink. http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI 1. Getting Started 1-12 Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard. at the address below to the fully open position. The load plate will automatically lift up as the load lever is necessary to the fully...
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...details about installation. Press the four fasteners down the heatsink until the four fasteners get wedged into position a click should be heard. 10. Motherboard Fastener-end Important • Confirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting your system. • ... by covering the socket with the fan's cable facing towards the fan connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard. 8. Inspect the motherboard to the documentation in place. 11. CPU fan connector Chapter 1 9. Getting Started 1-14 As each fastener locks into the ...
...details about installation. Press the four fasteners down the heatsink until the four fasteners get wedged into position a click should be heard. 10. Motherboard Fastener-end Important • Confirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting your system. • ... by covering the socket with the fan's cable facing towards the fan connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard. 8. Inspect the motherboard to the documentation in place. 11. CPU fan connector Chapter 1 9. Getting Started 1-14 As each fastener locks into the ...
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...stands required for the mounting stands, is an I/O back plate that came with the computer case, please replace it with the motherboard package. Align the mounting plate's mounting stands with the screw holes on a flat surface free from unnecessary debris. • ... manual that may cause a short circuit of the computer case. The I /O backplate. Chapter 1 Important • Install the motherboard on the motherboard and secure the motherboard with the screws provided with the computer case. Getting Started 1-16 The I /O backplate that came with the I /O backplate should...
...stands required for the mounting stands, is an I/O back plate that came with the computer case, please replace it with the motherboard package. Align the mounting plate's mounting stands with the screw holes on a flat surface free from unnecessary debris. • ... manual that may cause a short circuit of the computer case. The I /O backplate. Chapter 1 Important • Install the motherboard on the motherboard and secure the motherboard with the screws provided with the computer case. Getting Started 1-16 The I /O backplate that came with the I /O backplate should...
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http://youtu.be hooked on the motherboard's power connector. 1.G2.rG3o.urG4on.urdGonurdonudnd JPWR2 5.+61.+721.V+821.V+21V2V 1.+23.+3.33.G4V.3.r+5Vo.5uG6Vn.r7+do.5uG8Vn.rP9do.Wu51nV0R1d.S1+O1B.1+K2211.V+3213.V+4.....5+4V5.GVrJoPunWd R1 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 the connector...
http://youtu.be hooked on the motherboard's power connector. 1.G2.rG3o.urG4on.urdGonurdonudnd JPWR2 5.+61.+721.V+821.V+21V2V 1.+23.+3.33.G4V.3.r+5Vo.5uG6Vn.r7+do.5uG8Vn.rP9do.Wu51nV0R1d.S1+O1B.1+K2211.V+3213.V+4.....5+4V5.GVrJoPunWd R1 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 the connector...
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... outlet. Read the expansion card's documentation to check for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. Getting Started 1-18 Chapter 1 Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for any necessary additional hardware or software changes.
... outlet. Read the expansion card's documentation to check for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. Getting Started 1-18 Chapter 1 Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for any necessary additional hardware or software changes.
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... ports facing out of the computer case. Depending on the expansion slot(s) used, there should be installed by way of the motherboard's expansion slots. Please consult your video card's manual for further instructions regarding driver installation or other special settings. 1-19 Getting ...Started For a single video card installation, using the PCI_E2 slot is recommended. 3. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to the computer case. Determine what type of expansion slot(s)...
... ports facing out of the computer case. Depending on the expansion slot(s) used, there should be installed by way of the motherboard's expansion slots. Please consult your video card's manual for further instructions regarding driver installation or other special settings. 1-19 Getting ...Started For a single video card installation, using the PCI_E2 slot is recommended. 3. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to the computer case. Determine what type of expansion slot(s)...
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It allows the ability to the picture below to ensure stable operation. This motherboard will work. With the two cards installed, a CrossFire™ Video Link cable(optional) is a multi-GPU performance gaming platform. Attach one side of ... . Getting Started 1-20 By linking together two or more discrete GPUs, CrossFire™ can significant improve system graphics performance. For best compatibility with the motherboard, MSI graphics cards are of the metal contacts (please refer to scale a system's graphics power as needed , making it the most scalable gaming platform. AMD...
It allows the ability to the picture below to ensure stable operation. This motherboard will work. With the two cards installed, a CrossFire™ Video Link cable(optional) is a multi-GPU performance gaming platform. Attach one side of ... . Getting Started 1-20 By linking together two or more discrete GPUs, CrossFire™ can significant improve system graphics performance. For best compatibility with the motherboard, MSI graphics cards are of the metal contacts (please refer to scale a system's graphics power as needed , making it the most scalable gaming platform. AMD...
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... result during transmission otherwise. • SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. Each connector can connect to the motherboard for further information. • Many computer cases also require that the flat connector be /RZsMpqxythc SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 SATA6 SATA5 SATA1~6... (6Gb/s) by Intel® Z87/ H87 SATA1~4 (6Gb/s), SATA5~6 (3Gb/s) by Intel® B85 Important • Many SATA devices also need a power cable from the power supply. ...
... result during transmission otherwise. • SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. Each connector can connect to the motherboard for further information. • Many computer cases also require that the flat connector be /RZsMpqxythc SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 SATA6 SATA5 SATA1~6... (6Gb/s) by Intel® Z87/ H87 SATA1~4 (6Gb/s), SATA5~6 (3Gb/s) by Intel® B85 Important • Many SATA devices also need a power cable from the power supply. ...
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..., you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Some system fans may not connect to the motherboard and will instead connect to find recommended CPU heatsink. • These connectors support Smart Fan Control with +12V. Remember to a power supply. • Before first... vendor to the power supply directly. Chapter 1 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with liner mode. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on the...
..., you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Some system fans may not connect to the motherboard and will instead connect to find recommended CPU heatsink. • These connectors support Smart Fan Control with +12V. Remember to a power supply. • Before first... vendor to the power supply directly. Chapter 1 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with liner mode. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on the...
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... the optional M-Connector to Install front panel connectors. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to simplify installation. http://youtu.be plugged into the motherboard. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. Chapter 1 JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors These connectors connect to determine...
... the optional M-Connector to Install front panel connectors. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to simplify installation. http://youtu.be plugged into the motherboard. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. Chapter 1 JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors These connectors connect to determine...
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...clear the CMOS RAM. 1 1 Keep Data Clear Data Important You can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it will damage the motherboard. Chapter 1 1-29 Getting Started With the CMOS RAM, the system can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is external powered... from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. Do not clear the CMOS RAM while the system is turned on because it is on . Jumper JBAT1: Clear...
...clear the CMOS RAM. 1 1 Keep Data Clear Data Important You can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it will damage the motherboard. Chapter 1 1-29 Getting Started With the CMOS RAM, the system can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is external powered... from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. Do not clear the CMOS RAM while the system is turned on because it is on . Jumper JBAT1: Clear...
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...is very easy to use the same method to install the utilities. Click Total Installer. Getting Started 1-30 Restart your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of finding necessary drivers. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your computer. Total Installer Total ... screen will appear listing all checkbox on driver listing dialog. 4. Click Install button. 5. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. The software installation will then be in OS. 2. Insert MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. Select all necessary drivers. The bundle also includes a ...
...is very easy to use the same method to install the utilities. Click Total Installer. Getting Started 1-30 Restart your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of finding necessary drivers. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your computer. Total Installer Total ... screen will appear listing all checkbox on driver listing dialog. 4. Click Install button. 5. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. The software installation will then be in OS. 2. Insert MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. Select all necessary drivers. The bundle also includes a ...