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... the opening that people can not get it up. ￭ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. MS-7589 Safety Instructions ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ￭ Keep this User's Manual for future reference. ￭ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ￭...
... the opening that people can not get it up. ￭ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating. MS-7589 Safety Instructions ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ￭ Keep this User's Manual for future reference. ￭ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ￭...
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... 2 Shielded interface cables and A.C. Operation is no guarantee that interference will not occur in order to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Micro-Star International MS-7589 This device complies with the emission limits. power cord, if any interference received, including interference that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if...
... 2 Shielded interface cables and A.C. Operation is no guarantee that interference will not occur in order to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Micro-Star International MS-7589 This device complies with the emission limits. power cord, if any interference received, including interference that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if...
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... de ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI WEEE 2002/96/EC 13 2005 MSI MSI EC Bitte entsorgen Sie dieses Produkt zum gegebenen Zeitpunkt ausschliesslich an einer lokalen Altgerätesammelstelle in Verkehr gebrachten ...228;ische Union in Ihrer Nähe. You can return these products to take back requirements at the end of MSI-branded products that ... MS-7589 WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement ENGLISH To protect the global environment and as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers...
... de ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI WEEE 2002/96/EC 13 2005 MSI MSI EC Bitte entsorgen Sie dieses Produkt zum gegebenen Zeitpunkt ausschliesslich an einer lokalen Altgerätesammelstelle in Verkehr gebrachten ...228;ische Union in Ihrer Nähe. You can return these products to take back requirements at the end of MSI-branded products that ... MS-7589 WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement ENGLISH To protect the global environment and as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers...
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MS-7589 Appendix A Realtek Audio A-1 Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver A-2 Software Configuration A-4 Hardware Setup A-19 Appendix B Intel SATA RAID B-1 Introduction B-2 BIOS Configuration B-3 Installing Driver B-10 Installing Software B-12 RAID Migration Instructions B-16 Recovery Volume Creation B-23 Degraded RAID Array B-26 Appendix C JMicron RAID (optional C-1 Introduction C-2 JMicron RAID BIOS Utility C-3 Deleting RAID set C-7 Installing Driver C-11 JMicron Raid Configurer C-13 ix
MS-7589 Appendix A Realtek Audio A-1 Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver A-2 Software Configuration A-4 Hardware Setup A-19 Appendix B Intel SATA RAID B-1 Introduction B-2 BIOS Configuration B-3 Installing Driver B-10 Installing Software B-12 RAID Migration Instructions B-16 Recovery Volume Creation B-23 Degraded RAID Array B-26 Appendix C JMicron RAID (optional C-1 Introduction C-2 JMicron RAID BIOS Utility C-3 Deleting RAID set C-7 Installing Driver C-11 JMicron Raid Configurer C-13 ix
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Designed to fit the advanced Intel® Lynnfield LGA1156 processor, the P55GD55/P55-GD51 Series deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution. 1-1-1 Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for optimal system efficiency. The P55-GD55/ P55-GD51 Series mainboards are based on Intel® P55 chipsets for choosing the P55-GD55/P55-GD51 Series (MS-7589 v1.X) ATX mainboard.
Designed to fit the advanced Intel® Lynnfield LGA1156 processor, the P55GD55/P55-GD51 Series deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution. 1-1-1 Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for optimal system efficiency. The P55-GD55/ P55-GD51 Series mainboards are based on Intel® P55 chipsets for choosing the P55-GD55/P55-GD51 Series (MS-7589 v1.X) ATX mainboard.
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MS-7589 Connectors ■ Back panel - 1 PS/2 keyboard port - 1 PS/2 mouse port - 10 USB 2.0 ports - 2 ESATA ports (optional) - 1 LAN jack - 6 flexible audio jacks ■ On-Board - 2 USB 2.0 connectors - 1 SPDIF-Out connector - 1 Front Panel Audio connector - 1 CD-In connector - 1 TPM Module connector (optional) - 1 Chassis Intrusion connector - 1 Parallel port connector - 1 Serial port connector - 1 ... to purchase accessories and request the part numbers, you could search the product web page and find details on our web address below http://www.msi.com/index.php 1-3
MS-7589 Connectors ■ Back panel - 1 PS/2 keyboard port - 1 PS/2 mouse port - 10 USB 2.0 ports - 2 ESATA ports (optional) - 1 LAN jack - 6 flexible audio jacks ■ On-Board - 2 USB 2.0 connectors - 1 SPDIF-Out connector - 1 Front Panel Audio connector - 1 CD-In connector - 1 TPM Module connector (optional) - 1 Chassis Intrusion connector - 1 Parallel port connector - 1 Serial port connector - 1 ... to purchase accessories and request the part numbers, you could search the product web page and find details on our web address below http://www.msi.com/index.php 1-3
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JPWR1 ▍ Getting Started Mainboard Layout Top : mouse Bottom:keyboard JPWR2 USB ports Top : USB ports Bottom: E-SATA port(optional) Top : USB ports Bottom: E-SATA port(optional) USB ports CPUFAN Top: LAN Jack Bottom: USB ports T:Line-In M:Line-Out B:Mic T:RS-Out M:CS-Out B:SS-Out SYSFAN2 PCI_E1 PCI_E2 PCI_E3 JCOM1 PCI_E4 PCI_E5 PCI1 JTPM1(optional) SYSFAN1 PCI2 JAUD1 JCD1 JSP1 IDE1(optional) JLPT1 FDD1 DIMM2 DIMM1 DIMM4 DIMM3 JBAT BATT + JFP2 JFP1 JCI OC Genie P55-GD55/P55-GD51 Series (MS-7589 v1.X) ATX Mainboard SATA5_6 SATA3_4 SATA1_2 JUSB1 JUSB2 1-4
JPWR1 ▍ Getting Started Mainboard Layout Top : mouse Bottom:keyboard JPWR2 USB ports Top : USB ports Bottom: E-SATA port(optional) Top : USB ports Bottom: E-SATA port(optional) USB ports CPUFAN Top: LAN Jack Bottom: USB ports T:Line-In M:Line-Out B:Mic T:RS-Out M:CS-Out B:SS-Out SYSFAN2 PCI_E1 PCI_E2 PCI_E3 JCOM1 PCI_E4 PCI_E5 PCI1 JTPM1(optional) SYSFAN1 PCI2 JAUD1 JCD1 JSP1 IDE1(optional) JLPT1 FDD1 DIMM2 DIMM1 DIMM4 DIMM3 JBAT BATT + JFP2 JFP1 JCI OC Genie P55-GD55/P55-GD51 Series (MS-7589 v1.X) ATX Mainboard SATA5_6 SATA3_4 SATA1_2 JUSB1 JUSB2 1-4
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Packing Checklist MS-7589 MSI mainboard MSI Driver/Utility DVD SATA Cable (Optional) Power Cable USB Bracket (Optional) Standard Cable for IDE Devices (optional) Back IO Shield CrossFireX Video Link Cable (optional) User's Guide * The pictures are for reference only and may vary from the packing contents of the product you purchased. 1-5
Packing Checklist MS-7589 MSI mainboard MSI Driver/Utility DVD SATA Cable (Optional) Power Cable USB Bracket (Optional) Standard Cable for IDE Devices (optional) Back IO Shield CrossFireX Video Link Cable (optional) User's Guide * The pictures are for reference only and may vary from the packing contents of the product you purchased. 1-5
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... Important Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Alignment Key Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator Alignment Key Yellow triangle is not recommended. MS-7589 CPU (Central Processing Unit) When you are able to LGA 1156 CPU The pin-pad side of LGA 1156 CPU. Replacing the CPU While replacing... sure the cooling fan can work properly to apply some thermal paste on the computer. For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index. The surface of LGA 1156 CPU.
... Important Overheating Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Alignment Key Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator Alignment Key Yellow triangle is not recommended. MS-7589 CPU (Central Processing Unit) When you are able to LGA 1156 CPU The pin-pad side of LGA 1156 CPU. Replacing the CPU While replacing... sure the cooling fan can work properly to apply some thermal paste on the computer. For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index. The surface of LGA 1156 CPU.
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MS-7589 5. Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the lever near the hook end under the retention tab. 8. Make sure the four hooks are in porper position before turning on your CPU cooler is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall. 6. Visually inspect if the CPU is firmly installed before you install the cooler. Alignment Key 7. Important • Confirm if your system. • Do not touch the CPU socket pins to avoid damaging. 2-5
MS-7589 5. Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the lever near the hook end under the retention tab. 8. Make sure the four hooks are in porper position before turning on your CPU cooler is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall. 6. Visually inspect if the CPU is firmly installed before you install the cooler. Alignment Key 7. Important • Confirm if your system. • Do not touch the CPU socket pins to avoid damaging. 2-5
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... more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=testreport DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 pin Memory Population Rule Please refer to 15+GB (not full 16GB) when each DIMM is not backwards compatible. You should... DIMM2 DIMM1 DIMM4 DIMM3 2 DIMM2 DIMM1 DIMM4 DIMM3 Installed Empty Important • DDR3 memory modules are used for installing memory modules. MS-7589 Memory These DIMM slots are not interchangeable with DDR2 and the DDR3 standard is installed with two data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Dual-...
... more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=testreport DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 pin Memory Population Rule Please refer to 15+GB (not full 16GB) when each DIMM is not backwards compatible. You should... DIMM2 DIMM1 DIMM4 DIMM3 2 DIMM2 DIMM1 DIMM4 DIMM3 Installed Empty Important • DDR3 memory modules are used for installing memory modules. MS-7589 Memory These DIMM slots are not interchangeable with DDR2 and the DDR3 standard is installed with two data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Dual-...
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... above) is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are connected to proper ATX power supplies to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. MS-7589 Power Supply ATX 24-pin Power Connector: JPWR1 This connector allows you to ensure stable operation of the mainboard. • Power supply of the power...
... above) is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are connected to proper ATX power supplies to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. MS-7589 Power Supply ATX 24-pin Power Connector: JPWR1 This connector allows you to ensure stable operation of the mainboard. • Power supply of the power...
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MS-7589 Connectors Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 This connector supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB...-kdffdldkddjdafdsdddjdfddfdfkaadsfdddffdfadasfsadfddsddadasdsaddsdafsddadsdddfdsadddfffaffsfsdasfdfffdf 3 1/2" F loppy Di sk D r ive Connector Important If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the drives separately to IDE device's documentation supplied by setting jumpers. Fl opMpySDI Kdkldkddfkkakfskkdskkdakaddfdddffdfkad-dkdffdldkddjadfdsdddjfdddffkadasdfdddffdfadasfsadfddsddadasdsaddsdafsddadsdddfdsadddfffaffsfsdasfdfffdf 5 D 1i s/k4"DFr...
MS-7589 Connectors Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 This connector supports 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB...-kdffdldkddjdafdsdddjdfddfdfkaadsfdddffdfadasfsadfddsddadasdsaddsdafsddadsdddfdsadddfffaffsfsdasfdfffdf 3 1/2" F loppy Di sk D r ive Connector Important If you install two IDE devices on the same cable, you must configure the drives separately to IDE device's documentation supplied by setting jumpers. Fl opMpySDI Kdkldkddfkkakfskkdskkdakaddfdddffdfkad-dkdffdldkddjadfdsdddjfdddffkadasdfdddffdfadasfsadfddsddadasdsaddsdafsddadsdddfdsadddfffaffsfsdasfdfffdf 5 D 1i s/k4"DFr...
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..., always note that the red wire is a 16550A high speed communication port that will automatically control the CPUFAN speeds according to GND. MS-7589 Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~2 The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan ...a serial device. 2.S4I.ND6T.DR8S1.C0RT.NSo Pin 1.D3.CS5DO.G7Ur.RTo9uT.RnSdI 2-13 If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with +12V. the black wire is Ground and should be connected to the actual CPUFAN temperatures. •...
..., always note that the red wire is a 16550A high speed communication port that will automatically control the CPUFAN speeds according to GND. MS-7589 Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~2 The fan power connectors support system cooling fan with speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan ...a serial device. 2.S4I.ND6T.DR8S1.C0RT.NSo Pin 1.D3.CS5DO.G7Ur.RTo9uT.RnSdI 2-13 If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with +12V. the black wire is Ground and should be connected to the actual CPUFAN temperatures. •...
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CD-In Connector: JCD1 This connector is provided for external audio input. 4.R3.G2.rG1o.urLonudnd MS-7589 S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSP1 This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) interface for digital audio transmission. 1.V2C.S3C.PGDrIoFund S/PDIF Bracket (Optional) Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. 2.G4r.oP6uR.Mn8Ed.1INSC0Eo.DHNPeeCitnaeEdc#tPiohnone Detection 1.M3.IMC5.ILHC7e.RS9a.EdHNPeShaEodn_PeShERoNneDL 2-15
CD-In Connector: JCD1 This connector is provided for external audio input. 4.R3.G2.rG1o.urLonudnd MS-7589 S/PDIF-Out Connector: JSP1 This connector is used to connect S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) interface for digital audio transmission. 1.V2C.S3C.PGDrIoFund S/PDIF Bracket (Optional) Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. 2.G4r.oP6uR.Mn8Ed.1INSC0Eo.DHNPeeCitnaeEdc#tPiohnone Detection 1.M3.IMC5.ILHC7e.RS9a.EdHNPeShaEodn_PeShERoNneDL 2-15
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it is turned on ; With the CMOS RAM, the system can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to keep the data of system configuration. Avoid clearing the CMOS while the system is on . MS-7589 Jumpers Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to clear data. 1 JBAT1 1 Keep Data 1 Clear Data Important You can automatically boot OS every time it will damage the mainboard. 2-17 Then return to 12 pin position.
it is turned on ; With the CMOS RAM, the system can clear CMOS by shorting 2-3 pin while the system is off. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumper to keep the data of system configuration. Avoid clearing the CMOS while the system is on . MS-7589 Jumpers Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to clear data. 1 JBAT1 1 Keep Data 1 Clear Data Important You can automatically boot OS every time it will damage the mainboard. 2-17 Then return to 12 pin position.
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PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Important When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration. 2-19 MS-7589 Slots PCIE (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot The PCI Express slot supports the PCI Express interface expansion card.
PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot Important When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first. Meanwhile, read the documentation for the expansion card to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration. 2-19 MS-7589 Slots PCIE (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot The PCI Express slot supports the PCI Express interface expansion card.
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... Center: Select the Advanced View from the manufacturer. 2-21 After entering the O.S., click the "CatalystTM Control Center" icon on the desktop. for CrossFireXTM to operate. MS-7589 3. When all of the hardware and software has been properly set up and installed, re- The following aspect appears in the CatalystTM Control Center that...
... Center: Select the Advanced View from the manufacturer. 2-21 After entering the O.S., click the "CatalystTM Control Center" icon on the desktop. for CrossFireXTM to operate. MS-7589 3. When all of the hardware and software has been properly set up and installed, re- The following aspect appears in the CatalystTM Control Center that...
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Check the Enable multi-GPU box to enable it for Multi-GPU control. Important If you want to your graphics card manual). 3. A configuration panel will show in the system tray confirming the Multi-GPU has been enabled. After the hardware installation is disabled. 2-23 Restart your system and a pop-up message will be provided for the onboard graphics cards (concerning the details of multi-GPU settings, please refer to remove one graphics card and quit the function, make sure the "MultiGPU" function is completed, restart the system and install the driv- er/utility. MS-7589 2.
Check the Enable multi-GPU box to enable it for Multi-GPU control. Important If you want to your graphics card manual). 3. A configuration panel will show in the system tray confirming the Multi-GPU has been enabled. After the hardware installation is disabled. 2-23 Restart your system and a pop-up message will be provided for the onboard graphics cards (concerning the details of multi-GPU settings, please refer to remove one graphics card and quit the function, make sure the "MultiGPU" function is completed, restart the system and install the driv- er/utility. MS-7589 2.
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LED Status Indicators APS LEDs MS-7589 OC Genie APS LEDs (optional) These APS (Active Phase Switching) LEDs indicate the current CPU power phase mode. Follow the instructions below to read. : ON, : OFF 4 of the LEDs will light blue when CPU is in 4 phase power mode. 3 of the LEDs will light blue when CPU is in 3 phase power mode. 2 of the LEDs will light blue when CPU is in 2 phase power mode. 1 of the LEDs will light blue when CPU is in 1 phase power mode. 2-25
LED Status Indicators APS LEDs MS-7589 OC Genie APS LEDs (optional) These APS (Active Phase Switching) LEDs indicate the current CPU power phase mode. Follow the instructions below to read. : ON, : OFF 4 of the LEDs will light blue when CPU is in 4 phase power mode. 3 of the LEDs will light blue when CPU is in 3 phase power mode. 2 of the LEDs will light blue when CPU is in 2 phase power mode. 1 of the LEDs will light blue when CPU is in 1 phase power mode. 2-25
