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Chapter 1

Boot up the computer and nstall the drvers and software ncluded n your vdeo 

card package. For more nformaton, please refer to the manual that came wth your 

vdeo card. 
After  all  of  the  hardware  and  software  has  been  properly  nstalled,  reboot  the 

system. After enterng the operatng system (OS), rght clck on the desktop and 

choose  the “Catalyst Control Center II”. 

3.

4.

The CrossFre™ settng must be enabled to allow CrossFre™ mode to operate. 

The follow screen appears n the Catalyst Control Center II. Dependng on your 

operatng system, the screen may look dfferent.

5.

 Important

A CrossFre

TM 

system has four possble dsplay modes:

SuperTlng
Scssor Mode
Alternate Frame Renderng
Super Ant-alasng.

For more detals, please consult the graphcs card manual.




Содержание Z77A-GD65 GAMING series

Страница 1: ... Z77A GD65 GAMING series MS 7751 v5 x Motherboard G52 77511XS ...

Страница 2: ...n Intel is registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Windows is registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation AMI is registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc Award is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd Sound Blaster is registered trademark of Creative Technology Ltd Realtek is registered trademark of Realtek Semiconductor Corporation JMicron is registered trademark of JMic...

Страница 3: ...om overheating DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS Make sure the voltage of the power source is at 110 220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it Do not place anything over the power cord Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add on card or module All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted Never pour any ...

Страница 4: ...the interference by one or more of the measures listed below Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice 1 The changes or modifications not expressly approv...

Страница 5: ...ted separately for recycling or special disposal 廢電池請回收 European Union Batteries battery packs and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste Please use the public collection system to return recycle or treat them in compliance with the local regulations Battery Information Chemical Substances Information In compliance with chemical substances regulations such as the EU REA...

Страница 6: ...FRANÇAIS En tant qu écologiste et afin de protéger l environnement MSI tient à rappeler ceci Au sujet de la directive européenne EU relative aux déchets des équipement élec triques et électroniques directive 2002 96 EC prenant effet le 13 août 2005 que les produits électriques et électroniques ne peuvent être déposés dans les décharges ou tout simplement mis à la poubelle Les fabricants de ces équ...

Страница 7: ...ducten die de merknaam MSI dragen en verkocht zijn in de EU Deze goederen kunnen geretourneerd worden op lokale inzamelingspunten SRPSKI Da bi zaštitili prirodnu sredinu i kao preduzeće koje vodi računa o okolini i prirodnoj sredini MSI mora da vas podesti da Po Direktivi Evropske unije EU o odbačenoj ekektronskoj i električnoj opremi Di rektiva 2002 96 EC koja stupa na snagu od 13 Avgusta 2005 pr...

Страница 8: ... místních sběrnách MAGYAR Annak érdekében hogy környezetünket megvédjük illetve környezetvédőként fellépve az MSI emlékezteti Önt hogy Az Európai Unió EU 2005 augusztus 13 án hatályba lépő az elektromos és elek tronikus berendezések hulladékairól szóló 2002 96 EK irányelve szerint az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések többé nem kezelhetőek lakossági hulladékként és az ilyen elektronikus beren...

Страница 9: ...ing Started 1 1 Packing Contents 1 2 Optional Accessories 1 2 Assembly Precautions 1 3 Motherboard Specifications 1 4 Connectors Quick Guide 1 6 Back Panel Quick Guide 1 8 CPU Central Processing Unit 1 10 Mounting Screw Holes 1 14 Power Supply 1 15 Memory 1 16 Expansion Slots 1 18 Video Graphics Cards 1 19 Internal Connectors 1 24 Buttons 1 32 Jumpers 1 34 Switch 1 35 LED Status Indicators 1 36 Ch...

Страница 10: ...Software Configuration A 3 Hardware Default Setting A 5 Appendix B Intel RAID B 1 Introduction B 2 Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM B 3 Installing Driver B 10 Degraded RAID Array B 12 System Acceleration optional B 14 RST Synchronization optional B 16 Appendix C Install Windows XP Notes C 1 Installing Windows XP with IDE Mode C 2 Installing Windows XP with AHCI Mode C 3 ...

Страница 11: ...rd The Series moth erboards are based on Intel Z77 chipset for optimal system efficiency Designed to fit the advanced Intel LGA1155 processor the Z77A GD65 GAMING Series motherboards deliver a high performance and profes sional desktop platform solution Chapter 1 Getting Started ...

Страница 12: ...rchase the optional accessories or request part numbers please visit the MSI website at http www msi com index php or consult the dealer Drivers Utilities Disc User Guide Backplate SATA Cable M Connector USB3 to USB2 Connector SATA Power Cable USB 2 0 Bracket USB 3 0 Bracket Optional Accessories SLI Cable eSATA Power Cable CrossFire Cable eSATA Bracket MSI MultiConnect Panel Motherboard ...

Страница 13: ...dling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage If an ESD wrist strap is not avail able discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object before handling the motherboard Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an antistatic pad whenever the motherboard is not installed Before turning on the computer ensure that there are no loose screws or ...

Страница 14: ...ble on the website if provided by vendor Audio Integrated HD audio codec by Realtek ALC898 Supports Sound Blaster Cinema SATA 4x SATA 6Gb s ports SATA1 2 by Intel Z77 SATA7 8 by Asmedia ASM1061 If you set external SATA 6Gb s ports to AHCI mode we highly recommend that you install Windows 7 or Windows 8 4x SATA 3Gb s ports SATA3 6 by Intel Z77 RAID SATA1 6 support Intel Rapid Storage Technology ent...

Страница 15: ...ch 1x TPM Module connector 1x Front Panel Audio connector 1x Chassis Intrusion connector 1x Debug LED panel 1x Voice Genie connector optional 1x MultiConnect Panel connector optional 1x V Check Points Set 1x OC Genie button 1x Reset button 1x Power button Slots 3x PCIe 3 0 x16 slots PCIe x16 slots support table When installing 3rd Gen Intel Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 Pentium Celeron processors When i...

Страница 16: ...PWR2 JFP1 JUSB3 JAUD1 JCI1 PCI_E1 JBAT1 SYSFAN2 SYSFAN4 PCI_E2 PCI_E3 PCI_E4 DIMM2 DIMM1 DIMM3 DIMM4 JTPM1 JDLED3 JUSB2 JUSB1 JFP2 PCI_E5 PCI_E6 PCI_E7 SYSFAN3 JTURBO1 OC1 RESET1 POWER1 JPWR1 FV1 SYSFAN1 JUSB4 SATA1_2 SATA3_4 SATA5_6 SATA7_8 MULTI_BIOS_SWITCH J1394_1 ...

Страница 17: ...28 JDLED3 Voice Genie Connector 1 29 JFP1 JFP2 Front Panel Connectors 1 26 JPWR1 ATX 24 pin Power Connector 1 15 JPWR2 ATX 8 pin Power Connector 1 15 JTPM1 TPM Module connector 1 29 JTURBO1 MultiConnect Panel Connector 1 30 JUSB1 3 USB 2 0 Expansion Connectors 1 27 JUSB4 USB 3 0 Expansion Connector 1 28 MULTI BIOS SWITCH Multi BIOS Switch 1 35 OC1 OC Genie Button 1 32 PCI_E2 5 7 PCIe x16 Expansion...

Страница 18: ...rnal speakers through an coaxial cable Optical S PDIF Out This S PDIF Sony Philips Digital Interconnect Format connector is provided for digital audio transmission to external speakers through an optical fiber cable USB 2 0 Port The USB 2 0 port is for attaching USB 2 0 devices such as keyboard mouse or other USB 2 0 compatible devices USB 3 0 Port USB 3 0 port is backward compatible with USB 2 0 ...

Страница 19: ...VI D Port The DVI D Digital Visual Interface Digital connector can be connected to a LCD monitor or a CRT monitor with an adapter To connect a monitor please refer to the monitor s manual for more information Important This platform supports dual display function by any two output ports HDMI DVI DVI VGA or VGA HDMI HDMI DVI DVI VGA VGA HDMI Extend mode Extend the desktop to the second monitor Clon...

Страница 20: ...apply an even layer of thermal paste or thermal tape between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation Replacing the CPU When replacing the CPU always turn off the system s power supply and unplug the power supply s power cord to ensure the safety of the CPU Overclocking This motherboard is designed to support overclocking Before attempting to overclock please make sure that all other s...

Страница 21: ...otherboard Unhook and lift the loading lever to the fully open position 1 The loading plate should automatically lift up as the loading lever is pushed to the fully open position Do not touch any of the CPU socket pins 2 Line up the CPU to fit the CPU socket Be sure to hold the CPU by the base with the metal contacts facing downward The alignment keys on the CPU will line up with the edges of the ...

Страница 22: ...tab 5 Evenly spread a thin layer of thermal paste or thermal tape on the top of the CPU This will help in heat dissipation and prevent CPU overheating 6 Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard 7 Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the fan s wires facing towards the fan connector and the hooks matching the holes on the motherboard 8 ...

Страница 23: ...er to the documentation in the CPU cooler package for more details about CPU cooler installation Push down on the heatsink until the four clips get wedged into the holes on the motherboard Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler As each hook locks into position a click should be heard 9 Inspect the motherboard to ensure that the clip ends have been properly locked in place 10 Finally attach...

Страница 24: ... the motherboard with the screws provided with your computer case The locations of the screw holes on the motherboard are shown below For more information please refer to the manual that came with the computer case Important Install the motherboard on a flat surface free from unnecessary debris To prevent damage to the motherboard any contact between the motherboard cir cuitry and the computer cas...

Страница 25: ... 3 V 1 3 3 V 1 4 1 2 V 2 3 3 V 1 5 G r o u n d 3 G r o u n d 1 6 P S O N 4 5 V 1 7 G r o u n d 5 G r o u n d 1 8 G r o u n d 6 5 V 1 9 G r o u n d 7 G r o u n d 2 2 5 V 1 0 1 2 V 2 0 R e s 8 P W R O K 2 3 5 V 1 1 1 2 V 2 1 5 V 9 5 V S B 2 4 G r o u n d 1 2 3 3 V JPWR2 ATX 8 pin Power Connector This connector provides 12V power to the CPU 7 1 2 V 3 G r o u n d 5 1 2 V 1 G r o u n d 8 1 2 V 4 G r o ...

Страница 26: ...e can enhance system performance The following illustrations explain the population rules for Dual Channel mode 1 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 2 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Important DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR2 and the DDR3 standard is not backward compatible Always install DDR3 memory modules in DDR3 DIMM slots To ensure system stability memory modules must be of the same type an...

Страница 27: ...low it to fit one way into the DIMM slot Push the memory module deep into the DIMM slot The plastic clips at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close when the memory module is properly seat and an audible click should be heard Manually check if the memory module has been locked in place by the DIMM slot s side clips Notch Volt 1 2 3 For more information on compatible components please v...

Страница 28: ...terconnect Express Slot The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card PCIe 2 0 x1 Slot PCIe 3 0 x16 Slot Important When adding or removing expansion cards always turn off the power supply and un plug the power supply power cable from the power outlet Read the expansion card s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software changes ...

Страница 29: ...s on the motherboard Remove any protective expansion slot covers from the computer case Line up the video card on top of the expansion slot s with the display ports facing out of the computer case For a single video card installation using the PCI_E2 slot is recommended Push the video card into its expansion slot s Depending on the expansion slot s used there should be clip s on the expansion slot...

Страница 30: ... cable are required to connect the graphics cards Attach one side of the cable on each of the cards by way of the metal contacts please refer to the picture below Please note that although two graphics cards have been installed only the display ports on the graphics card installed in the first PCIe x16 slot will work All displays should be connected to this graphics card 1 2 CrossFireTM Video Link...

Страница 31: ...ring the operating system OS right click on the desktop and choose the Catalyst Control Center II 3 4 The CrossFire setting must be enabled to allow CrossFire mode to operate The follow screen appears in the Catalyst Control Center II Depending on your operating system the screen may look different 5 Important A CrossFireTM system has four possible display modes SuperTiling Scissor Mode Alternate ...

Страница 32: ...graphics cards in the PCI_E2 and the PCI_E5 slots With the two cards installed a SLI Video Link cable is required to connect the graphics cards Attach one side of the cable on each of the cards by way of the metal contacts please refer to the picture below Please note that although two graphics cards have been installed only the display ports on the graphics card installed in the first PCIe x16 sl...

Страница 33: ...Depending on your operating system the screen may look different 5 Important Please ensure that all graphics cards used in SLI mode are of the same brand and specifications For best compatibility with the motherboard MSI graphics cards are recommended Make sure to connect an adequate power supply to the power connectors on the graphics cards to ensure stable operation If you wish to remove one gra...

Страница 34: ...le from the power supply Such devices include disk drives HDD solid state drives SSD and optical drives CD DVD Blu Ray Please refer to the device s manual for further information Many computer cases also require that large SATA devices such as HDDs SSDs and optical drives be screwed down into the case Refer to the manual that came with your computer case or your SATA device for further installatio...

Страница 35: ...tor 1 G r o u n d 2 1 2 V 3 S e n s o r 4 C o n t r o l CPUFAN SYSFAN1 SYSFAN2 1 G r o u n d 2 1 2 V 3 S e n s o r N o U s e SYSFAN3 SYSFAN4 Important Please refer to your processor s official website or consult your vendor to find recommended CPU cooling fans The CPUFAN SYSFAN1 SYSFAN2 connectors support Smart Fan Control with liner mode The Control Center II utility can be installed to automatic...

Страница 36: ...n d L E D 5 P o w e r L E D 7 N o P i n 8 6 4 2 Buzzer Speaker JFP2 Important On the connectors coming from the case pins marked by small triangles are positive wires Please use the diagrams above and the writing on the mConnectors to determine correct connector orientation and placement The majority of the computer case s front panel connectors will primarily be plugged into JFP1 JAUD1 Front Pane...

Страница 37: ...t data channels to extra power channels to quickly charge your connected device Please note that when the SuperCharger application is turned on data transmission and synchronization over the JUSB1 connector will not function To enable the JUSB1 connector to function as a normal USB 2 0 connector please turn off the SuperCharger application When the computer is in stand by or hibernation mode S3 S4...

Страница 38: ..._ C _ D P 1 3 G r o u n d 1 2 U S B 2 0 1 1 U S B 2 0 The MB layout in this figure is for reference only USB 3 0 Bracket optional Important Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage To use a USB 3 0 device you must connect the device to a USB 3 0 port through an optional USB 3 0 compliant cable JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector connects to th...

Страница 39: ...d r e s s d a t a p i n 0 7 L P C a d d r e s s d a t a p i n 1 9 L P C a d d r e s s d a t a p i n 2 1 1 L P C a d d r e s s d a t a p i n 3 1 3 L P C F r a m e TPM module is optional JDLED3 Voice Genie Connector optional This connector is used to link to the voice control module optional Please refer to its user guide for more details and usages 1 0 N o P i n 1 4 C o n t r o l p i n 8 C o n t r ...

Страница 40: ...uide for more details and usages 3 T U R B O 4 N o P i n 2 C o n t r o l P i n 1 T U R B O J1394_1 IEEE1394 Expansion Connector This connector allows you to connect an IEEE 1394 device via an optional IEEE 1394 expansion bracket 115V 1 0 G r o u n d 8 1 2 V 6 T P B 4 G r o u n d 2 T P A 1 T P A 3 G r o u n d 5 T P B 7 1 2 V 9 N o P i n The MB layout in this figure is for reference only 1394 Bracke...

Страница 41: ... voltage The PCH voltage is the voltage supplied to the Platform Controller Hub VCC_DDR pin 4 Memory voltage The DDR memory voltage is the voltage supplied to the DDR memory modules on the motherboard Lower memory timings may require higher voltages to maintain system stability CPU_GFX pin 3 The CPU_GFX voltage is the voltage supplied to the integrated graphics processor located on the CPU CPU_VTT...

Страница 42: ...al performance values To disable OC Genie power off the system and press the OC Genie button again The button will depress and the CPU configuration settings will return to normal values Important Please install DDR3 1333 or faster memory and equip a better heatsink cooler to use the OC Genie function We do not guarantee the OC Genie overclocking range or the damages risks caused by overclocking b...

Страница 43: ...R1 Power Button This button is use to turn on and turn off the system Press the button once to turn on or turn off the system RESET1 Reset Button This reset button is used to reset the system Press the button to reset the system ...

Страница 44: ... the system can automatically boot into the operating system OS every time it is turned on If you want to clear the system configuration set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM Keep Data Clear Data 1 1 Important You can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is off Afterwards open the jumper Do not clear the CMOS RAM while the system is on because it will damage the motherboard ...

Страница 45: ...n by yourself A B BIOS recovery using the M flash utility 1 Ensure that the system is switched off 2 Boot up the system with the operational BIOS ROM by switching the Multi BIOS switch 3 Enter the BIOS setup UTILITIES M Flash Save BIOS to storage and then save the file to a bootable USB pen drive root folder 4 Switch back to the BIOS ROM that needs to be recovered 5 Choose Select one file to updat...

Страница 46: ...eliable the power flow to the processor DrMOS_ALARM LED This LED will light red when DrMOS overheat BIOS LEDs These LEDs are used to distinguish BIOS A or B is in operation When the left LED lights blue the BIOS A is in operation When the right LED lights green the BIOS B is in operation CPU_PHASE LEDs DrMOS_ALARM LED 2 Digit Debug Code LED BIOS LEDs ...

Страница 47: ...C 3B 3E Early South Bridge Initialization 1D 2F 31 3F 4E 50 55 Early Memory Initialization 63 67 D0 Late CPU Initialization 69 6F D1 Late North Bridge Initialization 70 77 D2 Late South Bridge Initialization 92 96 B5 D4 PCI bus Initialization 97 98 99 B2 D5 D7 Console Output Input devices Console initialization and Load Option ROM VGA RAID parallel ports serial ports 9A A7 B4 Onboard devices Initi...

Страница 48: ...tal Installer Total Installer is very easy to use and does a great job of finding necessary drivers Please follow the steps below to install drivers and utilities for your new computer Insert MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive The setup screen will automatically appear if autorun is enabled in OS Click Total Installer A popup dialog will appear listing all necessary drivers 1 2 Select all chec...

Страница 49: ...monitor CPU temperature select the boot device priority and view system information such as the CPU name DRAM capacity the OS version and the BIOS version Users can import and export parameter data for backup or for sharing with friends By connecting to the Internet within CLICK BIOS II users can browse webpages check mail and use Live Update iyour system Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ...

Страница 50: ...he items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under continuous update for better system performance Therefore the description may be slightly differ ent from the latest BIOS and should be held for reference only Overview After entering Click BIOS II the following screen is displayed BIOS menu selection Temperature monitor System information Boot device priority bar Menu display B...

Страница 51: ...sed to keep unauthorized people from mak ing any changes to the settings You can use these security features to protect your system Boot device priority bar You can move the device icons to change the boot priority Boot menu This button is used to open a boot menu Click the item to boot the system from the device instantly Mode selection This feature allows you to load presets of energy saving or ...

Страница 52: ...ns F5 Enter Memory Z F6 Load optimized defaults F8 OC Profile Load From USB F9 OC Profile Save to USB F10 Save Change and Reset F12 Save a screenshot to a FAT FAT32 USB drive Sub Menu If you find a point symbol to the left of certain fields that means a sub menu can be launched for ad ditional options You can use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight the field and press Enter or double click the le...

Страница 53: ...1 can be keyed by numeric function keys year The year can be adjusted by users System Time This allows you to set the system time that you want usually the current time The time format is hour minute second SATA Port1 6 Shows devices connected to specific SATA ports Important If your device is not displayed turn off computer and re check SATA cable and power cable connections to the device System ...

Страница 54: ...off during the sleep suspend mode Dual The power LED changes its color to indicate the sleep suspend state Blinking The power LED blinks to indicate the sleep suspend state Integrated Peripherals Press Enter to enter the sub menu Onboard LAN Controller This item allows you to enable disable the onboard LAN controller LAN Option ROM This item is used to decide whether to invoke the Boot ROM of the ...

Страница 55: ...Enter to enter the sub menu Virtu Technology Enable or Disable Virtu GPU Switching Technology if supported i Mode Provides power saving features and special processor functionality d Mode Uncompromised 3D performance from the discrete GPU Initiate Graphic Adapter Choose which adapter you wish to make the primary option PEG PCI Express Graphics Device IGD Integrated Graphics Display Integrated Grap...

Страница 56: ...emperature and all fans speeds Intel R Smart Connect Configuration Press Enter to enter the sub menu Intel R Smart Connect Technology This feature can update applications ex email and social networks by periodically waking your system from sleep mode And you do not have to wait for the applica tions to update when you wake up the system Enabled Enables Intel smart connect technology Disabled Disab...

Страница 57: ... when Fast Boot is enabled Disabled Disables all initializations of USB devices during POST for faster boot time Full Initial Enables all initializations of USB devices during POST It will extend the boot time PS2 Devices Support This item appears when Fast Boot is enabled Disabled Disables the PS2 devices during POST for faster boot time Enabled Enables the PS2 devices It will extend the boot tim...

Страница 58: ... PS 2 mouse keyboard is detected Boot Full Screen Logo Display This item enables this system to show the company logo on the boot up screen Enabled Shows a still image logo on the full screen at boot Disabled Shows the POST messages at boot Boot mode select This item determines if the system boot from Legacy or UEFI architecture rely on the requirement of OS installation Boot Option Priorities 1st...

Страница 59: ...Use this item to load the optimized default values set by the BIOS vendor Boot Override The installed storage devices will appear on this menu you can select one of them be a boot device Built in EFI Shell Use this item to enter the EFI Shell ...

Страница 60: ...quency 10KHz Allows you to set the CPU Base clock in 10KHz increments You may overclock the CPU by adjusting this value Please note that overclocking behavior and stability is not guaranteed Adjust CPU Ratio Controls the multiplier that is used to determine internal clock speed of the processor This feature can only be changed if the processor supports this function Adjusted CPU Frequency It shows...

Страница 61: ...onboard OC Genie button My OC Genie This item is used to select whether OC Genie parameters are customized by user Setting to MSI OC Genie will use default OC related parameters to overclock the system Selecting Customize allows you to configure the following related My OC Genie option sub menu manually for OC Genie My OC Genie option Press Enter to enter the sub menu Customize CPU Ratio This item...

Страница 62: ...requency Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed Adjusted DRAM Frequency It shows the adjusted DRAM frequency Read only DRAM Timing Mode Auto DRAM timings will be determined based on SPD Serial Presence Detect of installed memory modules Link Allows user to configure the DRAM timing manually for all memory channels UnLink Allows user to configure the DRAM timing manually for respec...

Страница 63: ...when the MOS phases be changed For overclocking or full loading of system it is recommended this field set to high Please note that overclocking behavior and stability is not guaranteed CPU Core OCP Expander This item is used to expand the limitation of CPU Over Current Protection The higher expanding value indicates less CPU protection So please adjust the CPU voltage carefully if needed CPU Core...

Страница 64: ...is read only You can also access this information at any time by pressing F5 Press Enter to enter the sub menu DIMM1 4 Memory SPD Press Enter to enter the sub menu The sub menu displays the informations of installed memory CPU Features Press Enter to enter the sub menu Hyper threading The processor uses Hyper threading technology to increase transaction rates and reduces end user response times Th...

Страница 65: ...select the Intel Dynamic Power technology mode C1E Support Enable system to reduce CPU power consumption while idle Not all processors support Enhanced Halt state C1E OverSpeed Protection Monitors current CPU draw as well as power consumption if it exceeds a certain level the processor automatically reduces its clock speed For overclocking it is recommended this feature is disabled Intel C State C...

Страница 66: ... power phase switch feature to reach the best power saving Motherboard LED Control This item allows you to enable Auto disable disabled the motherboard phase LED C1E Support To enable this item to reduce the CPU power consumption while idle Not all processors support Enhanced Halt state C1E Intel C State C state is a power management state that detects when the system is idle and lowers power cons...

Страница 67: ...e BROWSER to access the Internet e mail and instant messaging Installing Winki To install Winki follow the steps below Power on your computer and enter Windows operating system Insert MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive The setup screen will automatically appear Click Driver tab Click OTHERS button Select Winki to start installing When finished restart your computer 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Страница 68: ...HDD with single partition only the requirements for HDD Backup are An additional partition from another HDD ex USB HDD for HDD Backup to back up restore image to from it Executing Winki stored in USB flash drive MSI Driver Disc by pressing F11 to choose boot device during POST Live Update This tool can detect and update your BIOS online so that you won t need to spend time searching manually Impor...

Страница 69: ...em and then switch back to the recovered BIOS ROM BIOS Boot Function This allows you to enable disable the system to boot from the BIOS file inside USB drive FAT 32 format only Select one file to Boot When the BIOS Boot function as sets to Enabled this item is selectable This item allows to select particular BIOS file from the USB Storage FAT 32 format only drive And the system will boot from sele...

Страница 70: ...utton on the BIOS UTILITIES menu The Winki must be installed 1 Setup the connection by click the setting button if necessary Click the next button Live Update will automatically detect the version of BIOS and download the ap propriate file 2 3 4 Click the confirm button to update the BIOS 5 Important Do not unplug or shut off your system during BIOS Flash Incorrect BIOS flashing can cause the moth...

Страница 71: ...any previous set password from CMOS memory You will be prompted to confirm the password You may also press Esc to abort the selection To clear a set password press Enter when you are prompted to enter a new pass word A message will confirm the password is being disabled Once the password is disabled you can enter the setup and OS without authorization U Key Enable or disable USB driver device as k...

Страница 72: ...er to enter the sub menu Chassis Intrusion Enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status and issuing a warning message if opened To clear the warning logs set the field to Reset The setting of the field will return to Enabled later ...

Страница 73: ...ovides 10 channel DAC that simul taneously supports 7 1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo sound output multiple streaming through the Front Out Left and Front Out Right chan nels Appendix A Realtek Audio ...

Страница 74: ...ook slightly different if you install the drivers in different operating systems Insert the application DVD into the DVD ROM drive The setup screen will automati cally appear Click Driver tab Click AUDIO button 1 2 3 Select Realtek HD Audio Drivers to start installing the drivers Click Next to install the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver Follow the on screen instructions to install drivers Cli...

Страница 75: ...u 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 Audio Manager panel Device Selection Volume Adjustment Application Enhancement Jack status panel ...

Страница 76: ...he bar Application Enhancement The array of options will provide you a complete guidance of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device Jack status panel This panel depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your com puter Auto popup dialog When you plug into the device at the jack a dialogue window will pop up asking you which device is current connected As you ...

Страница 77: ...ppendix A Hardware Default Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting Backpanel audio jacks to 2 channel speakers diagram Front Backpanel audio jacks to 4 channel speakers diagram Rear Front ...

Страница 78: ...A 6 Realtek Audio Backpanel audio jacks to 6 channel speakers diagram Rear Front Center Subwoofer Backpanel audio jacks to 8 channel speakers diagram Rear Front Center Subwoofer Side Surround ...

Страница 79: ...This appendix will assist users in configuring and en abling RAID functionality and accelerating system on platforms Appendix B Intel RAID ...

Страница 80: ...e level and also stripe error correction informa tion This results in excellent performance and good fault tolerance Level 5 is one of the most popular implementations of RAID RAID 10 Not one of the original RAID levels multiple RAID 1 mirrors are created and a RAID 0 stripe is created over these Intel Rapid Storage Technology is the advanced ability for two RAID volumes to share the combined spac...

Страница 81: ...TA RAID volume may be configured using the RAID Configuration utility stored within the Intel RAID Option ROM During the Power On Self Test POST the following message will appear for a few seconds Important The Device Model Serial and Size in the following example might be different from your system RAID Volumes None defined Physical Disks Port Device Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 1 XXXXXXX...

Страница 82: ...ATE VOLUME MENU HELP Name RAID 1 Mirrors data redundancy Change TAB Next ESC Previous Menu ENTER Select RAID Level Disks Strip Size Capacity Sync Volume0 RAID1 Mirror Select Disks N A XXX X GB N A Create Volume MAIN MENU DISK VOLUME INFORMATION 4 Recovery Volume Options 5 Acceleration Options 6 Exit RAID Volumes None defined Physical Devices Port Device Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 1 XXXX ...

Страница 83: ...le according to the selected RAID level Then select the capacity of the volume in the Capacity field The default value is the maximum volume capacity of the selected disks 3 4 5 CREATE VOLUME MENU HELP Name The default value indicates the maximum capacity using the selected disks Entering a lower capacity allows you to create a second volume on these disks Change TAB Next ESC Previous Menu ENTER S...

Страница 84: ...ID1 Mirror Select Disks N A XXX X GB N A Create Volume WARNING ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST Are you sure you want to create this volume Y N DISK VOLUME INFORMATION 4 Recovery Volume Options 5 Acceleration Options 6 Exit RAID Volumes ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable 0 Volume0 RAID1 Mirror N A XXX XGB Normal Yes Physical Devices Port Device Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 1 X...

Страница 85: ...RAID volume for deletion Then press Delete key to delete the selected RAID volume The following screen appears DELETE VOLUME MENU HELP Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non RAID Select ESC Previous Menu DEL Delete Volume WARNING ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED This does not apply to Recovery volumes Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable Volume0 RAID1 Mirror 2 XXX XGB Normal Yes ALL DATA...

Страница 86: ...tures and revert it to a non RAID disk RESET RAID DATA WARNING Resetting a disk causes all data on the disk to be lost This does not apply to Recovery volumes Select the disks that should be reset Previous Next SPACE Selects ENTER Selection Complete Port Drive Model Serial Size Status 1 XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX XGB Member Disk 2 XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX XGB Member Disk MAIN MENU Us...

Страница 87: ...les recovery disk if available and disables master disk Enable Only Master Disk enables master disk if available and disables recovery disk Actions will result in change from Continuous Update mode to On Request select ESC Previous Menu ENTER Select 1 Enable Only Recovery Disk 2 Enable Only Master Disk Recovery mode will change from Continuous Update to On Request after you en able Only Recovery D...

Страница 88: ...lect Specify Additional Device You should be prompted to insert a floppy disk containing the Intel RAID driver into the A drive Note For Windows XP you can use the USB floppy drive only For Windows 7 8 you can use CD DVD USB drive 1 2 3 For Windows 7 8 During the Operating system installation after selecting the loca tion to install Windows 7 click on Load Driver button to install a third party SC...

Страница 89: ...lick on Intel RAID Drivers The drivers will be automatically installed Confirming Windows Driver Installation From Windows open the Control Panel from My Computer followed by the System icon Choose the Hardware tab then click the Device Manager tab Click the in front of the SCSI and RAID Controllers hardware type The driver Intel R SATA RAID Controller should appear 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 ...

Страница 90: ...ation disk for rebuilding and then press ENTER 4 RAID Volumes ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable 0 Volume0 RAID 1 Mirror N A XXX XGB Degraded Yes Physical Disks Port Device Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 1 XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX XGB Member Disk 0 2 XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX XGB Member Disk 0 Press CTRL I to enter Configuration Utility DISK VOLUME INFORMATION 4 Recovery V...

Страница 91: ...prompted to rebuild the RAID volume click Yes The Intel Rapid Storage Technology application will be launched Right click the new hard drive and select Rebuild to this Disk The Rebuild Wizard will be launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard drive 5 6 7 ...

Страница 92: ...ugh 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 order to use the SSD caching Follow these steps to enable system acceleration If Windows has been installed in RAID mode skip to the step 5 Reboot and enter the BIOS steup Set the SATA Mode to RAID in BIOS Install Intel RAID controller driver Please refer to the section In...

Страница 93: ...e 11 12 Click here Select the acceleration options 13 Click OK and reboot the system The page refreshes and reports the new acceleration configuration in the Acceleration View Important You can click More help on this page or More help of the Intel Rapid Storage Technology application to view more information 14 ...

Страница 94: ...ELP Name Press s to synchronize data from the cache device to the Accelerated Disk Volume Press r to remove the Disk Volume Acceleration WARNING IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU ERFORM A SYNCHRONIZATION BEFORE REMOVING ACCELERATION Select ESC Previous Menu Type Capacity Status DISK PORT 0 Non RAID Disk 153 4GB Mode Maximized No Sync Press S to synchronize data 3 ACCELERATION OPTIONS Name Type Capacity S...

Страница 95: ...This chapter describes how to install Windows XP with IDE or AHCI mode Appendix C Install Windows XP Notes ...

Страница 96: ...orted to be installed in the storage device with AHCI mode If you still prefer to install Windows XP as the operating system please change the BIOS item as below Refer to Chapter 2 to access BIOS Go to SETTINGS Integrated Peripherals SATA Mode 1 2 Set this item to IDE mode Go to SETTINGS Save Exit Save changes and reboot Install the Windows XP operating system 3 4 5 ...

Страница 97: ...an download the driver from http download3 msi com files downloads dvr_exe intel7x_rst_floppy_mb zip Installing the Windows XP Operating System Please follow the below steps Access BIOS set SATA Mode to AHCI mode save exit and reboot Ensure the USB Floppy Disk Drive is connected to the computer Install Windows XP When Windows Setup screen appears a message Press F6 if you need to install a third p...

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