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... Instructions ...iii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement iv W EEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement v Chapter 1. Hardware Setup 2-1 Quick Components Guide 2-2 CPU (Central Processing Unit 2-3 Memory ...2-7 Power Supply ...2-12 Back Panel ...2-13 Connectors ...2-15 Jumper ...2-21 Button ...2-22 Slots ...2-23 LED Status Indicators 2-27 Water cooling accessories installation 2-29 Chapter 3 BIOS...
... Instructions ...iii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement iv W EEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement v Chapter 1. Hardware Setup 2-1 Quick Components Guide 2-2 CPU (Central Processing Unit 2-3 Memory ...2-7 Power Supply ...2-12 Back Panel ...2-13 Connectors ...2-15 Jumper ...2-21 Button ...2-22 Slots ...2-23 LED Status Indicators 2-27 Water cooling accessories installation 2-29 Chapter 3 BIOS...
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.../ 1066/ 800 MHz * (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global. c om . South Bridge: Intel® ICH10R chipset Memory Support - Supports 1394 by Jmicron 363 - Supports Intel® Yorkfield, Wolfdale, Kentsfield, Conroe processors in the LGA775 package. (For the latest information... about CPU, please visit http://global. m si. North Bridge: Intel® P45 chipset - DDR3 1600*(OC)/1333/1066/800 SDRAM (8GB Max) (To support 8GB Max, please check the criteria of Intel website.) - 4...
.../ 1066/ 800 MHz * (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global. c om . South Bridge: Intel® ICH10R chipset Memory Support - Supports 1394 by Jmicron 363 - Supports Intel® Yorkfield, Wolfdale, Kentsfield, Conroe processors in the LGA775 package. (For the latest information... about CPU, please visit http://global. m si. North Bridge: Intel® P45 chipset - DDR3 1600*(OC)/1333/1066/800 SDRAM (8GB Max) (To support 8GB Max, please check the criteria of Intel website.) - 4...
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...receive data with two data bus lines simultaneously. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://global.msi.com. Please refer to the following illustrations for installing memory modules. tw/index.php?func=testreport DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 72x2=144 pin 48x2=96 pin Dual-...Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can enhance the system performance. Hardware Setup Memory These DIMM slots are used for population rules under Dual-Channel mode. 1 DIMM1 Installed DIMM2 Empty DIMM3 DIMM4 ...
...receive data with two data bus lines simultaneously. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://global.msi.com. Please refer to the following illustrations for installing memory modules. tw/index.php?func=testreport DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 72x2=144 pin 48x2=96 pin Dual-...Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can enhance the system performance. Hardware Setup Memory These DIMM slots are used for population rules under Dual-Channel mode. 1 DIMM1 Installed DIMM2 Empty DIMM3 DIMM4 ...
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...it in until the golden finger on the center and will automatically close. You should always install DDR3 memory modules in the DIMM slot. The memory module has only one notch on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DDR3 DIMM slots. - The plastic clip at each side of ...the same type and density in different channel DIMM slots. - To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules into the DIMM slot. DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR/DDR2 and the DDR3 standard is properly inserted in the right orientation. 2. Insert the...
...it in until the golden finger on the center and will automatically close. You should always install DDR3 memory modules in the DIMM slot. The memory module has only one notch on the memory module is deeply inserted in the DDR3 DIMM slots. - The plastic clip at each side of ...the same type and density in different channel DIMM slots. - To enable successful system boot-up, always insert the memory modules into the DIMM slot. DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR/DDR2 and the DDR3 standard is properly inserted in the right orientation. 2. Insert the...
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...) AEH760UD00-10FA98X (AENEON AEH93R10FA) Size 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1GB 1GB 2-9 Hardware Setup W e recommend that you to use the available DDR3 memory modules as below.
...) AEH760UD00-10FA98X (AENEON AEH93R10FA) Size 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 1GB 1GB 2-9 Hardware Setup W e recommend that you to use the available DDR3 memory modules as below.
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... in 6/ 5/ 4/ 3/ 2/ 1 phase power mode. 2/ 1 of the LEDs will light blue when NB is in 2/ 1 phase power mode. 2/ 1 of the LEDs will light blue when the memory is in power-on(S0/S1) status.
... in 6/ 5/ 4/ 3/ 2/ 1 phase power mode. 2/ 1 of the LEDs will light blue when NB is in 2/ 1 phase power mode. 2/ 1 of the LEDs will light blue when the memory is in power-on(S0/S1) status.
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... RAM for fast booting. Operating System Booting 2-28 MS-7516 Mainboard D-LED These four LED groups allow users to 640K and extended memory above 1MB using various patterns. The D-LED will hang here if the processor is damaged or not installed properly. Initializing Floppy Drive ...sign-on message to the screen. Green light Red light Off LED Signal Description System Power ON The D-LED will hang if the memory module is damaged ornot installed properly. Processor Initialization This will show information regarding the processor (like brand name, system bus, etc...) Testing...
... RAM for fast booting. Operating System Booting 2-28 MS-7516 Mainboard D-LED These four LED groups allow users to 640K and extended memory above 1MB using various patterns. The D-LED will hang here if the processor is damaged or not installed properly. Initializing Floppy Drive ...sign-on message to the screen. Green light Red light Off LED Signal Description System Power ON The D-LED will hang if the memory module is damaged ornot installed properly. Processor Initialization This will show information regarding the processor (like brand name, system bus, etc...) Testing...
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It is the BIOS version. The items under continuous update for reference only. 2. Upon boot-up, the 1st line appearing after the memory count is usually in this BIOS was released. 3-2 You may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be held for better system performance. ...
It is the BIOS version. The items under continuous update for reference only. 2. Upon boot-up, the 1st line appearing after the memory count is usually in this BIOS was released. 3-2 You may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be held for better system performance. ...
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This sub-menu shows the CPU information, BIOS version and memory status of your system (read only). 3-8 MS-7516 Mainboard System Information Press to enter the sub-menu, and the following screen appears.
This sub-menu shows the CPU information, BIOS version and memory status of your system (read only). 3-8 MS-7516 Mainboard System Information Press to enter the sub-menu, and the following screen appears.
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C1E Support To enable this item to insert code in memory by where application code can to enable it, and will provide you should set to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: HPET ...
C1E Support To enable this item to insert code in memory by where application code can to enable it, and will provide you should set to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: HPET ...
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...the in formation of this section are : [S1] The S1 sleep mode is a low power state. ACPI Function This item is saved to main memory that remains powered while most other hardware components turn off to save energy. Settings are available only when your BIOS supports S3 sleep mode. If... your operating system is ACPI-aware, such as W indows 2000/ XP , you can choose to enter the Standby mode in memory will be used to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Function. If your operating system supports ACPI, such as W indows 2000/ ...
...the in formation of this section are : [S1] The S1 sleep mode is a low power state. ACPI Function This item is saved to main memory that remains powered while most other hardware components turn off to save energy. Settings are available only when your BIOS supports S3 sleep mode. If... your operating system is ACPI-aware, such as W indows 2000/ XP , you can choose to enter the Standby mode in memory will be used to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Function. If your operating system supports ACPI, such as W indows 2000/ ...
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... you try to confirm the password. Retype the password and press . You will be prompted to enter Setup. This prevents an unauthorized person from CMOS memory. A message will replace any previously set , you will be prompted to enter it every time you are prompted to abort the selection and not enter...
... you try to confirm the password. Retype the password and press . You will be prompted to enter Setup. This prevents an unauthorized person from CMOS memory. A message will replace any previously set , you will be prompted to enter it every time you are prompted to abort the selection and not enter...
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... increase frequency back to increase the success rate when extreme overclocking. 3-20 Current CPU / DRAM Frequency These items show the current clocks of CPU and Memory speed. This technology uses lower frequency through the operating system initialization. It helps to correct Frequency. MS-7516 Mainboard Cell Menu Important Change these settings...
... increase frequency back to increase the success rate when extreme overclocking. 3-20 Current CPU / DRAM Frequency These items show the current clocks of CPU and Memory speed. This technology uses lower frequency through the operating system initialization. It helps to correct Frequency. MS-7516 Mainboard Cell Menu Important Change these settings...
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.... Intel C-STATE tech C-state is running programs, and to lower the level of the microprocessor whether the computer is a power management state that your CPU / memory modules can detect the CPU loading and increase the frequency with 3 overclocking steps. Important Even though the Dynamic Overclocking Technology is more stable than manual... the Dynamic Overclocking or to adjust the best frequency automatically. BIOS Setup Disabled Mode 1 Mode 2 Disable this item, apply OC settings during idle. W hen the motherboard detects system is still risky.
.... Intel C-STATE tech C-state is running programs, and to lower the level of the microprocessor whether the computer is a power management state that your CPU / memory modules can detect the CPU loading and increase the frequency with 3 overclocking steps. Important Even though the Dynamic Overclocking Technology is more stable than manual... the Dynamic Overclocking or to adjust the best frequency automatically. BIOS Setup Disabled Mode 1 Mode 2 Disable this item, apply OC settings during idle. W hen the motherboard detects system is still risky.
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... Information Press to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. Read-only. DIM M 1/2/3/4 Memory SPD Information These items display the current status of the current DIMM Memory speed information such as momory type, max bandwidth, manufacture, part number, serial number, SDRAM cycle time, DRAM TCL, DRAM TRCD, DRAM TRP, DRAM...
... Information Press to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. Read-only. DIM M 1/2/3/4 Memory SPD Information These items display the current status of the current DIMM Memory speed information such as momory type, max bandwidth, manufacture, part number, serial number, SDRAM cycle time, DRAM TCL, DRAM TRCD, DRAM TRP, DRAM...
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...performance. Auto Disable DIMM/PCI Frequency W hen set to lock up. 3-23 Spread Spectrum W hen the motherboard's clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of CPU, Memory, FSB and chipset. If you to adjust the FSB/Ratio of the pulses are plagued by modulating the ...from empty DIMM and PCI slots to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. Adjusted DRAM Frequency (MHz) It shows the adjusted DDR Memory frequency. CPU Voltage (V)/ CPU GTL REF0/ CPU GTL REF1/ DRAM Voltage (V)/ DDR_VREF_CA_A/ DDR_VREF_CA_B/ DDR_VREF_DA_A/ DDR_VREF_DA_B/ MCH Voltage (V)/ MCH GTL ...
...performance. Auto Disable DIMM/PCI Frequency W hen set to lock up. 3-23 Spread Spectrum W hen the motherboard's clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of CPU, Memory, FSB and chipset. If you to adjust the FSB/Ratio of the pulses are plagued by modulating the ...from empty DIMM and PCI slots to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. Adjusted DRAM Frequency (MHz) It shows the adjusted DDR Memory frequency. CPU Voltage (V)/ CPU GTL REF0/ CPU GTL REF1/ DRAM Voltage (V)/ DDR_VREF_CA_A/ DDR_VREF_CA_B/ DDR_VREF_DA_A/ DDR_VREF_DA_B/ MCH Voltage (V)/ MCH GTL ...
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... arning !!! Important 1. Reboot 1. Please note that the previous overclocking is not recommended. Please press any key to overclock the CPU and the Memory. Please refer to "chapter 2" for you to continue....... CPU Speed = CPU Frequency * CPU Ratio 2. Any risk or damge resulting from ...failed overclocking... Press the Power button to clear CMOS data. 3-25 This motherboard supports overclocking greatly. Two ways to save your peripherals and components are the items for more information about how to reboot the system...
... arning !!! Important 1. Reboot 1. Please note that the previous overclocking is not recommended. Please press any key to overclock the CPU and the Memory. Please refer to "chapter 2" for you to continue....... CPU Speed = CPU Frequency * CPU Ratio 2. Any risk or damge resulting from ...failed overclocking... Press the Power button to clear CMOS data. 3-25 This motherboard supports overclocking greatly. Two ways to save your peripherals and components are the items for more information about how to reboot the system...
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... on your computer with SoundFont 1.0, 2.0, and 2.1 file formats. You can : click on this button to get the online help information - Adjust SoundFont cache memory Allocate SoundFont cache memory according to your computer. Edit SoundFont banks Perfrom simple editing tasks like creating new SoundFont banks, and copying presets from an external MIDI device... enter its online Help (simply click on the "?" W ith SoundFont Bank Manager (SFBM), you to audition presets quickly on your needs, to better utilize the memory resources of a SoundFont bank. -
... on your computer with SoundFont 1.0, 2.0, and 2.1 file formats. You can : click on this button to get the online help information - Adjust SoundFont cache memory Allocate SoundFont cache memory according to your computer. Edit SoundFont banks Perfrom simple editing tasks like creating new SoundFont banks, and copying presets from an external MIDI device... enter its online Help (simply click on the "?" W ith SoundFont Bank Manager (SFBM), you to audition presets quickly on your needs, to better utilize the memory resources of a SoundFont bank. -
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... B Dual Core Center Dual CoreCenter, the most useful and powerful utility that MSI has spent much research and efforts to develop, helps users to monitor or configure the hardware status of MSI Mainboard & MSI Graphics card in windows, such as CPU/GPU clock, voltage, fan speed and... temperature. Before you install the Dual CoreCenter, please make sure the system has meet the following requirements: 1. Intel Pentium4 / Celeron or newer CPU. 2. 256MB system memory. 3.
... B Dual Core Center Dual CoreCenter, the most useful and powerful utility that MSI has spent much research and efforts to develop, helps users to monitor or configure the hardware status of MSI Mainboard & MSI Graphics card in windows, such as CPU/GPU clock, voltage, fan speed and... temperature. Before you install the Dual CoreCenter, please make sure the system has meet the following requirements: 1. Intel Pentium4 / Celeron or newer CPU. 2. 256MB system memory. 3.
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... enter the GreenPower Center menu. B-3 Green Power Click it to execute the function. Please read current GPU temperature, GPU clock and memory clock of the MSI mainboard would be included in the mainboard package for details. Dual Core Center Main Before using this utility. MB Click MB button to... read the GreenPower Genie user guide that be available. If you : only when installing the MSI V044 (V044 has to enable or disable the Dynamic Overclocking Technology. DOT Click DOT button to install with the version 8.26 or newer driver...
... enter the GreenPower Center menu. B-3 Green Power Click it to execute the function. Please read current GPU temperature, GPU clock and memory clock of the MSI mainboard would be included in the mainboard package for details. Dual Core Center Main Before using this utility. MB Click MB button to... read the GreenPower Genie user guide that be available. If you : only when installing the MSI V044 (V044 has to enable or disable the Dynamic Overclocking Technology. DOT Click DOT button to install with the version 8.26 or newer driver...