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Quick Start Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MPG B550 GAMING EDGE WIFI motherboard. You may have even link to install your phone or tablet. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your ...
Quick Start Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MPG B550 GAMING EDGE WIFI motherboard. You may have even link to install your phone or tablet. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your ...
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...container or on an anti-static pad whenever the motherboard is not installed. ∙∙Before turning on it may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start. ∙∙Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. ∙∙It... is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not ...
...container or on an anti-static pad whenever the motherboard is not installed. ∙∙Before turning on it may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start. ∙∙Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. ∙∙It... is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not ...
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Installing the Motherboard https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc 1 Torque: 3 kgf·cm* 3 *3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in Quick Start 7
Installing the Motherboard https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc 1 Torque: 3 kgf·cm* 3 *3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in Quick Start 7
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Contents Quick Start ...1 Preparing Tools and Components 1 Safety Information 2 Installing a Processor 3 Installing DDR4 memory 5 Connecting the Front Panel Header 6 Installing the Motherboard 7 Connecting the Power Connectors 8 Installing SATA Drives 9 Installing a Graphics Card 10 Connecting Peripheral Devices 11 Power On...12 Specifications...15 Package contents 21 Block Diagram ......
Contents Quick Start ...1 Preparing Tools and Components 1 Safety Information 2 Installing a Processor 3 Installing DDR4 memory 5 Connecting the Front Panel Header 6 Installing the Motherboard 7 Connecting the Power Connectors 8 Installing SATA Drives 9 Installing a Graphics Card 10 Connecting Peripheral Devices 11 Power On...12 Specifications...15 Package contents 21 Block Diagram ......
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It should contain: Motherboard Cable Accessories Application Documentation MPG B550 GAMING EDGE WIFI SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack) 1 Wi-Fi antenna 1 80cm JRAINBOW cable (3pin-to-4pin) 1 M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack) 1 Case badge 1 Product registration card 1 Driver DVD 1 User manual 1 Quick installation guide 1 MSI components compatibility & reward program card 1 ⚠⚠Important If any of your retailer. Package contents Please check the contents of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your motherboard package. Package contents 21
It should contain: Motherboard Cable Accessories Application Documentation MPG B550 GAMING EDGE WIFI SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack) 1 Wi-Fi antenna 1 80cm JRAINBOW cable (3pin-to-4pin) 1 M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack) 1 Case badge 1 Product registration card 1 Driver DVD 1 User manual 1 Quick installation guide 1 MSI components compatibility & reward program card 1 ⚠⚠Important If any of your retailer. Package contents Please check the contents of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your motherboard package. Package contents 21
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... to apply an even layer of the AM4 CPU has a yellow triangle to assist in the heatsink/ cooler package for motherboard placement. MSI® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications is the Pin 1 indicator. ⚠... and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the documentation in correctly lining up the CPU for more details about installation. ∙∙This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. A CPU heatsink is necessary to install a CPU heatsink. Overview of Components 29 Before attempting to overclock,...
... to apply an even layer of the AM4 CPU has a yellow triangle to assist in the heatsink/ cooler package for motherboard placement. MSI® does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications is the Pin 1 indicator. ⚠... and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the documentation in correctly lining up the CPU for more details about installation. ∙∙This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. A CPU heatsink is necessary to install a CPU heatsink. Overview of Components 29 Before attempting to overclock,...
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... M.2 module 1. M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ⚽⚽Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to one SATA device. M2_1 http://youtu.be connected to the motherboard for space saving purposes. SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports.
... M.2 module 1. M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ⚽⚽Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to one SATA device. M2_1 http://youtu.be connected to the motherboard for space saving purposes. SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports.
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Overview of the motherboard. CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. 8 5 CPU_PWR1 4 1 1 Ground 5 2 Ground 6 3 Ground 7 4 Ground 8 +12V +12V +12V +12V 1 +3.3V 13 2 +3....
Overview of the motherboard. CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. 8 5 CPU_PWR1 4 1 1 Ground 5 2 Ground 6 3 Ground 7 4 Ground 8 +12V +12V +12V +12V 1 +3.3V 13 2 +3....
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If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds. 3. Use a jumper cap to clear the CMOS memory. Plug the power cord and Power on the motherboard to default values 1. Keep Data (default) Clear CMOS/ Reset BIOS Resetting BIOS to save system configuration data. Remove the jumper cap from a battery located on the computer. 40 Overview of Components Power off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from JBAT1. 4.
If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds. 3. Use a jumper cap to clear the CMOS memory. Plug the power cord and Power on the motherboard to default values 1. Keep Data (default) Clear CMOS/ Reset BIOS Resetting BIOS to save system configuration data. Remove the jumper cap from a battery located on the computer. 40 Overview of Components Power off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from JBAT1. 4.
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DRAM - LED_OFF LED_ON (Default) Overview of the motherboard. EZ Debug LED These LEDs indicate the debug status of Components 43 indicates GPU/ PCIE/ M.2 device is used to switch on/ off all the LEDs of motherboard. LED_SW1: EZ LED Control This switch is not detected or fail. CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail. indicates DRAM is not detected or fail. VGA - BOOT - indicates the booting device is not detected or fail.
DRAM - LED_OFF LED_ON (Default) Overview of the motherboard. EZ Debug LED These LEDs indicate the debug status of Components 43 indicates GPU/ PCIE/ M.2 device is used to switch on/ off all the LEDs of motherboard. LED_SW1: EZ LED Control This switch is not detected or fail. CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail. indicates DRAM is not detected or fail. VGA - BOOT - indicates the booting device is not detected or fail.
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...GUID Partition Table (GPT). ∙∙Supports unlimited number of partitions. ∙∙Supports full capabilities of the new chipset's capabilities. The MSI UEFI BIOS uses UEFI as the default boot mode to check the BIOS mode? After entering the BIOS, find the BIOS Mode at the ... However, it will detect your graphics card. UEFI can check the validity of the screen. the system will completely replace BIOS in this motherboard supports only Windows 10 64-bit operating system. ∙∙ Older graphics card - UEFI can directly boot the operating system and save the...
...GUID Partition Table (GPT). ∙∙Supports unlimited number of partitions. ∙∙Supports full capabilities of the new chipset's capabilities. The MSI UEFI BIOS uses UEFI as the default boot mode to check the BIOS mode? After entering the BIOS, find the BIOS Mode at the ... However, it will detect your graphics card. UEFI can check the validity of the screen. the system will completely replace BIOS in this motherboard supports only Windows 10 64-bit operating system. ∙∙ Older graphics card - UEFI can directly boot the operating system and save the...
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Insert the USB flash drive that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. Select a BIOS file to reboot the system. 3. Please refer to the Clear CMOS jumper section for BIOS update. ▪▪Reboot and press Del ... ways to reset BIOS: ∙∙Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults. ∙∙Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard. ⚠⚠Important Be sure the computer is 100% completed, the system will reboot automatically. And then save the BIOS file into the USB port...
Insert the USB flash drive that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. Select a BIOS file to reboot the system. 3. Please refer to the Clear CMOS jumper section for BIOS update. ▪▪Reboot and press Del ... ways to reset BIOS: ∙∙Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults. ∙∙Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard. ⚠⚠Important Be sure the computer is 100% completed, the system will reboot automatically. And then save the BIOS file into the USB port...
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... internet connection is completed. 48 UEFI BIOS Please download the latest BIOS file that contains the MSI.ROM file into the Flash BIOS Port on Download icon to the root of your motherboard model from the MSI® website. 2. Plug the USB flash drive that matches your USB flash drive. 3. Install ...and launch MSI DRAGON CENTER and go to install CPU and memory.) 4. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to download and ...
... internet connection is completed. 48 UEFI BIOS Please download the latest BIOS file that contains the MSI.ROM file into the Flash BIOS Port on Download icon to the root of your motherboard model from the MSI® website. 2. Plug the USB flash drive that matches your USB flash drive. 3. Install ...and launch MSI DRAGON CENTER and go to install CPU and memory.) 4. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to download and ...
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... on this tab or the F7 key to switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode. ∙∙ Screenshot - click on it to toggle the GAME BOOST for overclocking. UEFI BIOS 49 click on this function. ∙∙ Setup Mode switch - It allows you to search by pressing the Setup...BIOS setup. To configure the advanced BIOS settings, please enter the Advanced Mode by BIOS item name. allows you to select language of the motherboard and CPU are supporting this function. ⚠⚠Important We don't recommend you to configure the basic setting. This function is only available when...
... on this tab or the F7 key to switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode. ∙∙ Screenshot - click on it to toggle the GAME BOOST for overclocking. UEFI BIOS 49 click on this function. ∙∙ Setup Mode switch - It allows you to search by pressing the Setup...BIOS setup. To configure the advanced BIOS settings, please enter the Advanced Mode by BIOS item name. allows you to select language of the motherboard and CPU are supporting this function. ⚠⚠Important We don't recommend you to configure the basic setting. This function is only available when...
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... window. The boot priority from high to low is enabled when the button shows ON . ⚠⚠Important The function buttons will vary with the motherboard you to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. ∙∙ Hardware Monitor - click on this button to enter the M-Flash menu that allows you purchased...
... window. The boot priority from high to low is enabled when the button shows ON . ⚠⚠Important The function buttons will vary with the motherboard you to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. ∙∙ Hardware Monitor - click on this button to enter the M-Flash menu that allows you purchased...
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... the frequency may get better performance. ▪▪M-FLASH - allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages of installed devices on this motherboard. ∙∙ Menu display - provides the information of system. ▪▪BOARD EXPLORER - BIOS menu selection BIOS menu selection Menu display ∙∙ BIOS menu...
... the frequency may get better performance. ▪▪M-FLASH - allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages of installed devices on this motherboard. ∙∙ Menu display - provides the information of system. ▪▪BOARD EXPLORER - BIOS menu selection BIOS menu selection Menu display ∙∙ BIOS menu...
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... Sets the system date. The format is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA/ M.2 cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard. ▶▶System Information Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory (read only). ▶▶DMI Information Shows system information, desktop...
... Sets the system date. The format is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA/ M.2 cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard. ▶▶System Information Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory (read only). ▶▶DMI Information Shows system information, desktop...
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...9654;▶Adjusted DRAM Frequency Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. This item can set the parameters about CPU power/ current. Note: We use GAME BOOST function for easy overclocking. ∙∙The BIOS items in OC menu will be changed if the processor supports this function. ▶...;▶DRAM Frequency [Auto] Sets the DRAM frequency. User can only be available when the installed processor, memory modules and motherboard support this function. ▶▶Advanced CPU Configuration Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. OC Menu This menu allows you to use *...
...9654;▶Adjusted DRAM Frequency Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. This item can set the parameters about CPU power/ current. Note: We use GAME BOOST function for easy overclocking. ∙∙The BIOS items in OC menu will be changed if the processor supports this function. ▶...;▶DRAM Frequency [Auto] Sets the DRAM frequency. User can only be available when the installed processor, memory modules and motherboard support this function. ▶▶Advanced CPU Configuration Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. OC Menu This menu allows you to use *...
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...% completed, the system will be prompted. Click on Yes to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Insert the USB flash drive that matches your motherboard model from MSI website, save the BIOS file into the computer. 2. And then follow the steps below to perform the BIOS update process. 5. UEFI BIOS 57 The...
...% completed, the system will be prompted. Click on Yes to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Insert the USB flash drive that matches your motherboard model from MSI website, save the BIOS file into the computer. 2. And then follow the steps below to perform the BIOS update process. 5. UEFI BIOS 57 The...
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Click and drag the duty points to display the fan duty curve line (yellow) in fan operating windows. 2. Select a fan to be adjusted Duty points ⚠⚠Important The pictures in this section are for reference only and may vary from the motherboard you want to adjust and to adjust the fan speed. Adjusting fans 1. Selects a fan that you purchased. 60 UEFI BIOS
Click and drag the duty points to display the fan duty curve line (yellow) in fan operating windows. 2. Select a fan to be adjusted Duty points ⚠⚠Important The pictures in this section are for reference only and may vary from the motherboard you want to adjust and to adjust the fan speed. Adjusting fans 1. Selects a fan that you purchased. 60 UEFI BIOS