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...make changes without notice.
Trademarks
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... estimates of power unit capacity for DIY users.
Preface
Technical 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 technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other...
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... 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-7922
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject...
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... complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment and its antenna should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm...general public to electromagnetic fields (0-300GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive.
Taiwan Wireless Statements
Japan VCCI Class B Statement
クラス B VCCI B...
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...the LGA 1150 CPU 1-11 CPU & Heatsink Installation 1-12 Memory 1-15 Dual-Channel mode Population Rule 1-15 Mounting Screw Holes 1-16 Power Supply 1-17 JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors 1-17 Expansion Slots 1-18 PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots 1-18 PCI1~2: PCI Expansion Slots 1-18 Video/ Graphics Cards 1-19 Single Video Card Installation 1-19 Internal Connectors 1-20 SATA1~6: SATA Connectors...
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... 2-11 Front Panel Audio Connector Installation 2-11 Peripheral Connector Installation 2-12 USB2.0 Connector Installation 2-12 USB3.0 Connector Installation 2-12 Graphics Card Installation 2-13 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 3-1 Entering Setup 3-2 Entering BIOS Setup 3-2 Overview 3-3 Operation 3-6 Updating BIOS 3-7 Updating the BIOS with M-FLASH 3-7 SETTINGS 3-8 System Status 3-8 Advanced...
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Packing Contents
Motherboard
Drivers & Utilities Disc
Motherboard User Guide
I/O Shield
SATA Cable
* These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased.
Chapter 1
Getting Started
1-2
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... following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly.
■■Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.
■■Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
■■Hold the motherboard...
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... port or SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when installing a module in the M.2 port.
** Intel RST does not support PCIe M.2 SSD with Legacy ROM. *** Supports Intel Core processors on Windows 7 and Windows 8/ 8.1
■■Intel® Z97 Express Chipset -- 6x USB 3.0 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB 3.0 connector) -- 6x USB 2.0 ports (2 ports...
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Software
Form Factor
■■Drivers ■■MSI
-- Command Center -- Live Update 6 -- Smart Utilities -- Network Genie -- Super Charger -- Fast Boot ■■7-ZIP ■■Intel Extreme Tuning Utility ■■Norton Internet Security Solution
■■ATX Form Factor ■■12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
For the latest information about CPU, please...
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... prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to install CPU & heatsink. http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI
1. Push the load lever down to unclip it and lift to the fully open position...
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... the expansion slot(s) used, there should be clip(s) on the expansion slot(s) that will lock in place.
4. If needed, screw the edge of the graphics card to the computer case. Some video cards might require a power cable directly from the power supply.
5. Please consult your video card's manual for further instructions regarding driver installation or other special settings.
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Getting Started
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... we provide.
You can protect your computer from viruses by installing the bundled security program. The bundle also includes a variety of powerful and creative utilities.
Driver/ Utilities Installation
Please follow the steps below to install drivers and utilities for your new computer. 1. Insert MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. The installer will automatically appear
if autorun is enabled...
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...M-FLASH - This menu provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash disk.
■■ OC PROFILE -This menu is used to set various overclocking profiles. ■■ HARDWARE MONITOR - This menu is used to set the speeds of fans and
monitor voltages of system. ■■ BOARD EXPLORER - It provides the information of the installed devices on
the motherboard.
Chapter 3
3-3
BIOS Setup
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... the BIOS with M-FLASH
▶▶Before updating Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash disk.
Important
Only the FAT32/ NTFS format USB flash disk supports updating BIOS by M-FLASH. ▶▶Updating BIOS 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the BIOS update file into the computer...
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[Disabled] Disables this function.
Note: When enabled, the system will not support S4 & S5 wake up by USB, PCI and PCIe devices.
▶▶Restore after AC Power Loss [Power Off] Sets the system behaviors while encountering the AC power loss. [Power Off] Leaves the system in power off state after restoring AC power. [Power On] Boot up the system after restoring AC...
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... menu shows the iGFX Driver version for system information management. This sub-menu appear when "Windows 8/ 8.1 Feature" is enabled.
▶▶Secure Boot
Sets the Windows secure boot to prevent the unauthorized accessing. Press to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will appear when "Windows 8/ 8.1 Feature" is enabled.
▶▶Secure Boot Support [Disabled]
Enables or...
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... BIOS when "Windows 8/ 8.1 Feature" is enabled. [UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only. [LEGACY+UEFI] Enables both Legacy BIOS boot mode and UEFI BIOS boot
mode.
▶▶FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities Sets device priority for system boot.
▶▶Boot Option #1~N These items are used to prioritize the installed boot devices.
Security
▶▶Administrator Password Sets...
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... screen). You may double click the icon and the GUI will pop up accordingly.
double click the icon
It is also available to enable the audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager from the Control Panel.
Software panel overview
The following figure describes the function of the Realtek HD...
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... non-volatile memory to accelerate the system performance.
Important
Check your SSD manufacturer's website, upgrade firmware in order to support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology.
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology can only work with RAID mode. Even though there is only one hard drive, you must set the SATA Mode to RAID in BIOS. The OS must be installed in the RAID ready disk in...