MSI MS96D2 driver and firmware
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User Guide - Page 2
... Support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user's manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance.
◙ Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates,
driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com/index. php?func=service...
User Guide - Page 4
... the user's authority to operate the equipment. Notice 2 Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.
VOIR LA NOTICE D'INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.
Micro-Star International MS-96D2
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject...
User Guide - Page 13
...
Memory Unbuffered DIMM/ Register DIMM Features ECC, Dual Channel
PCIe (x4)*
*Mechanical x8
PCI
PCI
Aspeed AST1100
DMI 2GB/s PCIe2(x4) 4GB/s
PCI32/33 133MB/s
Intel FDI
*Single Port Connector
6x SATA2* (for HDD, Tape and ODD)
(RAID0/1;SW RAID)
6x USB2.0 (2x Rear, 4x Internal)
PCH Intel Ibexpeak
MAC 1ch
PCIe(x1)
PCIe(x1) SPI
Hankswilk 82578
+DUWZHOO /
SPI Flash...
User Guide - Page 15
... chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong orientation, the components will not work properly. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. Static electricity may damage the components...
User Guide - Page 17
... heat dissipation.
Replacing the CPU While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or unplug the power supply's power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the safety of CPU.
Overclocking This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make sure your components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking...
User Guide - Page 18
... heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard.
1. Open the load level.
2. Lift the load lever up to fully open position
3. The CPU socket has a plastic cap on it to protect the contact from damage. Before you...
User Guide - Page 19
... and reinstall.
6. Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate.
Alignment Key
7. Secure the lever near the hook end under the retention tab.
8. Make sure the four hooks are in porper position before you install the cooler.
Important • Confirm if your CPU cooler is firmly installed before turning on your...
User Guide - Page 20
▍ Hardware Setup
9. Align the holes on the mainboard with the heatsink. Push down the cooler until its ...-ends are correctly inserted.
12. Finally, attach the CPU Fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the mainboard.
Mainboard
Hook
Important • Read the CPU status in BIOS. • Whenever CPU is not installed, always protect your CPU socket pin with the plastic
cap covered (shown in ...
User Guide - Page 21
... Population Rule 1
2
DIMM2 DIMM4 DIMM1 DIMM3
DIMM2 DIMM4 DIMM1 DIMM3
Dual-Channel Mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance the system performance. The following illustrations explain the population rules for Dual-Channel...
User Guide - Page 22
...Setup
Important
In Dual-Channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the same type and density in different channel DIMM slots. Installing Memory Modules 1. The memory module has only one notch on the center and will only fit in the
right orientation. 2. Insert the memory...automatically close when the memory module is properly seated. 3. Manually check if the memory module has been ...
User Guide - Page 23
... to use the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with pin 1 & pin 13. There is also a foolproof design on pin 11, 12, 23 & 24 to avoid wrong installation.
12
24
1
13
PIN SIGNAL... 19 GND 20 Res 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V 24 GND
ATX 8-Pin Power Connector: JPWR2 This power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.
4
8
1
5
PIN SIGNAL
1
GND
2
GND
3
GND
4
GND
5
...
User Guide - Page 31
... PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.
32-bit PCI 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...
User Guide - Page 34
...; Upon boot-up, the 1st line appearing after the memory count is the BIOS version. It is usually in the format:
A96D2IMS V1.0 033110 where:
1st digit refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI, W = AWARD, and P = PHOENIX. 2nd - 5th digit refers to the model number. 6th digit refers to the chipset as I = Intel, N = NVIDIA, A = AMD and V = VIA. 7th - 8th...
User Guide - Page 37
Main
MS-96D2
▶ BIOS Information, Memory Information, Access Level These items show the firmware and hardware specifications of your system. Read only. ▶ System Language This setting controls the system language. ▶ System Date This setting allows you to set the system date. The date format is , . ▶ System Time This setting allows you to set the system time...