FM2-A75MA-E35 - Motherboard MSI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FM2-A75MA-E35 MSI

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msi™

FM2-A75MA-E35

FM2-A55M-E35

series

MS-7721 (v1.x) Mainboard

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Revision History

Revision	Revision History Date	Date
V1.0 First release 2012/08

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 information:

http://www.msi.com/service/download

Contact our technical staff at:

http://support.msi.com

Safety Instructions

■ Always read the safety instructions carefully.
- Keep this User's Manual for future reference.
- Keep this equipment away from humidity.
■ Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
■ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from 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 liquid into the opening that can cause damage or cause electrical shock.
■ If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service personnel:

○ The power cord or plug is damaged.
○ Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
- The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to User's Manual.
○ The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
○ The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.

■ DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT ABOVE 60°C (140°F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.

FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 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 approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 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.

FC Micro-Star International MS-7721

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CE Conformity

Hereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive.

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Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment 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 between the radiator and your body. This equipment and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

European Community Compliance Statement

The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0–300GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive.

Taiwan Wireless Statements

無線設備警告聲明

Japan VCCI Class B Statement

クラス B 情報技術装置

Korea Warning Statements

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.

Taiwan:

For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected separately for recycling or special disposal.

廢電池請回收

California, USA:

The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires special handling when recycled or disposed of in California.

For further information please visit:

http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion, if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Chemical Substances Information

In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at:

http://www.msi.com/html/ popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html

WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement

ENGLISH

To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that...

Under the European Union ("EU") Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of "electrical and electronic equipment" cannot be discarded as municipal wastes anymore, and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded products that are sold into the EU. You can return these products to local collection points.

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Technical Support....iii

Safety Instructions ....

FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement...... iv

CE Conformity iv

Radiation Exposure Statement W

European Community Compliance Statement ...... v

Taiwan Wireless Statements ...... w

Japan VCCI Class B Statement ...... v

Korea Warning Statements ...... v

Battery Information vi

Chemical Substances Information vi

WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement ......vii

Chapter 1 Getting Started....1-1

Packing Contents 1-2

Optional Accessories 1-2

Assembly Precautions 1-3

Mainboard Specifications 1-4

Connectors Quick Guide 1-6

Back Panel Quick Guide 1-8

APU (Accelerated Processing Units) 1-10

Mounting Screw Holes 1-13

Power Supply 1-14

Memory 1-15

Expansion Slots 1-17

Video/ Graphics Cards 1-18

Internal Connectors 1-19

Jumper 1-25

Drivers and Utilities 1-27

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 2-1

Entering....2-2

Overview 2-2

Boot device priority bar 2-3

Operation 2-4

SETTINGS 2-5

OC....2-10

ECO 2-15

BROWSER 2-16

Installing Winki 2-16

UTILITIES 2-17

Updating the BIOS with Live Update 2-19

SECURITY 2-20

Appendix A Realtek Audio A-1

Software Configuration ......A-2

Hardware Default Setting ......A-4

Appendix B AMD RAID B-1

RAID Configuration ......B-2

Installing OS on 2.2TB RAID ......B-10

Appendix C Install Windows XP Notes G-1

Installing Windows XP with IDE Mode C-2

Installing Windows XP with AHCI Mode C-3

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Chapter 1

Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the FM2-A75MA-E35/ FM2-A55M-E35 Series (MS-7721 v1.X) Micro-ATX mainboard. The Series mainboards are based on AMD® A75/A55 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced AMD® FM2 processor, the FM2-A75MA-E35/ FM2-A55M-E35 Series mainboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution.

Packing Contents

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Drivers & Utilities Disc

User Guide

Backplate

SATA Cable cable with a black connector (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Optional Accessories

USB 2.0 Bracket

USB 3.0 Bracket

USB3 to USB2 Connector

SATA Power Cable

M-Connector

* These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice.
* The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased.
* If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dealer.

Assembly Precautions

■ The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the 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 mainboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
■ It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling the mainboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object before handling the mainboard.
■ Store the mainboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an antistatic pad whenever the mainboard is not installed.
■ Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the mainboard or anywhere within the computer case.
■ Do not use the computer in a high-temperature environment.
■ Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
■ If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer technician.

Important

A screwdriver (not included) may be required for computer assembly.

Mainboard Specifications

Processor Support

■ AMD® A10/A8/A6/A4-series processors for the FM2 package

Chipset

■ AMD® A75/ A55 chipset

Memory Support

■ 2x DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 2133(OC)/ 1866/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 DRAM (16GB Max)

■ Supports Dual-Channel mode

LAN

■ Supports LAN 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet by Realtek® RTL8111E

Audio

■ Integrated HD audio codec by Realtek® ALC887

■ 8-channel audio with jack sensing

SATA

■ 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports by AMD® A75 (FM2-A75MA-E35)

■ 6x SATA 3Gb/s ports by AMD® A55 (FM2-A55M-E35)

RAID

■ SATA1\~6 support RAID 0/1/10/JBOD by AMD® A75/A55

USB 3.0 (FM2-A75MA-E35)

■ 2x USB 3.0 rear IO ports by AMD® A75

■ 1x USB 3.0 onboard connector by AMD® A75

Connectors & Buttons

■ Back panel

• 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse port
• 6x USB 2.0 ports, 2x USB 3.0 ports (FM2-A75MA-E35)
• 8x USB 2.0 ports (FM2-A55M-E35)
• 1x LAN port
• 1x VGA port*
• 1x DVI-D port* supporting Dual-link DVI.
• 1x HDMI port*
• 6x audio ports
  * This platform supports dual-display function (HDMI+VGA, HDMI+DVI, VGA+DVI) and triple-display function (HDMI+VGA+DVI).

■ On-Board

- 2x USB 2.0 connectors, 1x USB 3.0 connector (FM2-A75MA-E35)

- 3x USB 2.0 connectors (FM2-A55M-E35)

- 1x Front Panel Audio connector

- 1x TPM Module connector

- 1x Parallel connector

- 1x Serial connector

- 1x Chassis Intrusion connector

Slots

■ 1x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot
■ 2x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots
■ 1x PCI slot

Form Factor

■ Micro-ATX (24.4 cm X 22.8 cm)

Mounting Screw Holes

■ 6x mounting holes

Dual- Graphics

■ Supports AMD® Dual Graphics Technology

- Please visit the AMD official website to find the supported Dual Graphics combinations of APU and discrete GPU for achieving this technology.

For the latest information about processors, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support

For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report

Connectors Quick Guide

Back Panel JUSB_PW2 JPWR2 SYSFAN2 APU CPUFAN DIMM1 DIMM2 JCI1 PCI_E1 PCI_E2 PCI_E3 PCI1 JAUD1 JBAT1 JUSB_PW1 JUSB1 JUSB2 JFP1 JUPR1 JLPT1 JCOM1 JTPM1 JFP2 SATA1~6 JUSB3

Connectors Reference Guide

Port Name	Port Type	Page	Page
Back Panel	1-8
CPU	FM2	APU Socket 1-1	0
CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~2	Fan Power Connectors	1-2	0
DIMM1~2	DDR3 Memory Slots		1-15
JAUD1	Front Panel Audio Connector	1-2	1
JBAT1	Clear CMOS Jumper	1-2	7
JCI1	Chassis Intrusion Connector	1-2	5
JCOM1	Serial Port Connector	1-2	3
JFP1,	JFP2	Front Panel Connectors	1-21
JLPT1		Parallel Port Header	1-23
JPWR1	ATX 24-pin Power Connector	1-1	4
JPWR2	ATX 4-pin Power Connector	1-1	4
JTPM1	TPM Module connector	1-2	2
JUSB_PW1~2		USB power Jumper 1-2	6
JUSB1		USB 3.0/ 2.0 Expansion Connector	1-24
JUSB2~3		USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors	1-22
PCI_E1	PCIe x16 Expansion Slot	1-1	7
PCI_E2,	3	PCIe x1 Expansion Slots 1-1	7
PCI		PCI Expansion Slot	1-17
SATA1~6		SATA 6Gb/s / 3Gb/s Connectors	1-19

Back Panel Quick Guide

Mouse/Keyboard VGA Port USB 2.0 Port DVI-D Port USB 2.0 Port LAN Line-In RS-Out Line-Out CS-Out Mic SS-Out USB 2.0 Port HDMI Port USB 2.0 Port USB 3.0 Port (FM2-A75MA-E35) USB 2.0 Port (FM2-A55M-E35)

▶ Mouse/Keyboard

A combination PS/2 ^® mouse/keyboard DIN connector for a PS/2 ^® mouse/keyboard.

▶ 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 (FM2-A75MA-E35)

USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed).

Important

In order to use USB 3.0 devices, you must connect to a USB 3.0 port. If a USB cable is used, it must be USB 3.0 compliant.

▶ LAN

The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN).

LED Color LED State Condition			Condition
Left Yellow Off LAN link is not established.
			On(Steady) LAN link is established.
			On(flashing) The computer is communicating with another computer on the network.
Right	Green Off 10 Mbits/sec data rate
			On 100 Mbits/sec data rate
	Orange On 1000 Mbits/sec data rate

▶ VGA Port

The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.

▶ DVI-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.

▶ HDMI Port

HIGH-DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE
The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio-video interface that is capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports all types of TV formats, including standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.

Important

This platform supports dual-display function (HDMI+VGA, HDMI+DVI, VGA+DVI) and triple-display function (HDMI+VGA+DVI).

	HDMI+VGA	HDMI+DVI VGA	+DVI HDMI+VGA	+DVI
Extend mode(Extend the desktop to the second monitor)	○○○○
Clone mode(Two monitors have the same screen)	○○○○

▶ Audio Ports

These connectors are used for audio devices. The color of the jack refers to the function of the connector.

■ Blue-Line in: Used for connecting external audio outputting devices.
■ Green- Line out: Used as a connector for speakers or headphone.
■ Pink- Mic: Used as a connector for a microphone.
■ Black- RS-Out: Rear surround sound line out in 4/5.1/7.1 channel mode.
■ Orange-CS-Out: Center/ subwoofer line out in 5.1/7.1 channel mode.
Gray- SS-Out: Side surround sound line out in 7.1 channel mode.

APU (Accelerated Processing Units)

Introduction to FM2 APU

The surface of APU. Remember to apply some thermal paste on it for better heat dispersion.

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Gold triangle

Important

Overheating

Overheating can seriously damage the APU and mainboard. Always make sure the cooling fans work properly to protect the APU from overheating. Be sure to apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the APU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.

Replacing the APU

When replacing the APU, always turn off the system's power supply and unplug the power supply's power cord to ensure the safety of the APU.

Overclocking

This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommend. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.

APU & Cooler Installation

When you are installing the APU, make sure the APU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on APU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.

Follow the steps below to install the APU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the damage of your APU & mainboard.

1. Pull the lever sideways away from the socket. Make sure to raise the lever up to a 90-degree angle.

2. Look for the gold arrow of the APU. The gold arrow should point as shown in the picture. The APU can only fit in the correct orientation.

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1. Please set APLAPU before installing, the pins should be completely embedded into the socket and can not be seen. Please note that any violation of the correct installation procedures may cause permanent damages to your mainboard.

2. socket and close the lever. As the APU is likely to move while the lever is being closed, always close the lever with your fingers pressing tightly on top of the APU to make sure the APU is properly and completely embedded into the socket.

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5. TIRerspiersstlewooddiegtset and of the retention mechanism.

Hook one end of the clip to hook first.

6.

clip to fasten the cooling set on the top of the retention mechanism.

Locate the Fix Lever and lift up it.

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Technical line drawing of a computer CPU with cooling fan and heatsink (no text or symbols)

Fasten down the lever.7. Attach the APU Ban cable to the APU

fan connector on the mainboard.

Technical line drawing of a computer cooling fan with heatsink and cooling bracket (no text or symbols)

Diagram showing a heat exchanger mounted on an electrical connector with cooling fins (no text or symbols)

Important

• While disconnecting the Safety Hook from the fixed bolt, it is necessary to keep an eye on your fingers, because once the Safety Hook is disconnected from the fixed bolt, the fixed lever will spring back instantly.
• Confirm that the APU cooler has formed a tight seal with the APU before booting your system.
• Please refer to the documentation in the APU cooler package for more details about APU cooler installation.

Mounting Screw Holes

When installing the mainboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for an mainboard on the mounting plate in your computer case. If there is an I/O back plate that came with the computer case, please replace it with the I/O backplate that came with the mainboard package. The I/O backplate should snap easily into the computer case without the need for any screws. Align the mounting plate's mounting stands with the screw holes on the mainboard and secure the mainboard with the screws provided with your computer case. The locations of the screw holes on the mainboard are shown below. For more information, please refer to the manual that came with the computer case.

The I/O ports should be facing toward the rear of the computer case. They should line up with the holes on the I/O backplate.

Important

• Install the mainboard on a flat surface free from unnecessary debris.
- To prevent damage to the mainboard, any contact between the mainboard circuitry and the computer case, except for the mounting stands, is prohibited.
- Please make sure there are no loose metal components on the mainboard or within the computer case that may cause a short circuit of the mainboard.

Power Supply

JPWR1: ATX 24-pin Power Connector

This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX 24-pin power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into the connector. If done correctly, the clip on the power cable should be hooked on the mainboard's power connector.

12+3.3 V 11+12V 9.5VSB 7.Ground OK 6+5V 5.Ground 4+5V 3.Ground 2+3.3 V 1+3.3 V 24.Ground 23+5V 22+5V 20.Res 19.Ground 17.Ground 16.PS-ON # 14-12V 13+3.3 V

JPWR2: ATX 4-pin Power Connector

This connector provides 12V power to the APU.

1. Ground 2. Ground 3. +12V 4. +12V

Important

Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the mainboard.

Memory

These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report

DDR3
240-pin, 1.5V

48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 pin 72x2=144 pin

Dual-Channel mode Population Rule

In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus channels simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance system performance. The following illustrations explain the population rules for Dual-Channel mode.

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DIMM1 DIMM2

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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 and density in Dual-Channel mode.
• Due to chipset resource usage, the system will only detect up to 15+ GB of memory (not full 16 GB) when all DIMM slots have 8GB memory modules installed.

Installing Memory Modules

1. Unlock the DIMM slot by pushing the mounting clips to the side. Vertically insert the memory module into the DIMM slot. The memory module has an off-center notch on the bottom that will only allow it to fit one way into the DIMM slot.
2. 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.
3. Manually check if the memory module has been locked in place by the DIMM slot's side clips.

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Expansion Slots

This mainboard contains numerous ports for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards.

PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot

The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card.

PCIe 2.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot

PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot

The PCI slot supports additional LAN, SCSI, USB, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.

32-bit PCI Slot

PCI Interrupt Request Routing

IRQ, or interrupt request lines, are hardware lines over which devices can send interrupt requests to the processor. The PCI IRQ pins are typically connected to the PCI bus pins as followed:

	Order1 Order2 Order3 Order4
PCI Slot1 INT	E# INT F# INT G# INT H#

Important

When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug 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.

Video/ Graphics Cards

If available, this mainboard takes advantage of the APU's integrate graphics processor, but discrete video cards can be installed by way of the mainboard's expansion slots. Adding on one or more discrete video cards will significantly boost the system's graphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended.

Single Video Card Installation

1. Determine what type of expansion slot the video card will use. Locate the expansion slot on the mainboard. Remove any protective expansion slot covers from the computer case.
2. Line up the video card on top of the expansion slot with the display ports facing out of the computer case.
3. Push the video card into its expansion slot. Depending on the expansion slot used, there should be clip on the expansion slot 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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Internal Connectors

SATA1\~6: Serial ATA Connector

This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device. Serial ATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray).

Diagram illustrating computer setup with labeled components and connection arrows, showing internal hardware and system connections.

* The MB layout in this figure is for reference only.

SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 SATA5 SATA6 SATA1~6

SATA1\~6 (6Gb/s, by AMD® A75) (FM2-A75MA-E35) SATA1\~6 (3Gb/s, by AMD® A55) (FM2-A55M-E35)

Important

• Many Serial ATA devices also need a power cable 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 Serial ATA 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 Serial ATA device for further installation in -structions.
• Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during transmission otherwise.
• SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it is recommended that the flat connector be connected to the mainboard for space saving purposes.

CPUFAN,SYSFAN1\~2: Fan Power Connectors

The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Remember to connect all system fans. Some system fans may not connect to the mainboard and will instead connect to the power supply directly. A system fan can be plugged into any available system fan connector.

Important

• Please refer to your processor's official website or consult your vendor to find recommended CPU cooling fans.
• The CPUFAN and SYSFAN1 connectors support Smart fan control. The Control Center utility can be installed to automatically control the CPU fan speeds according to the APU's and system's temperature.
• If there are not enough ports on the mainboard to connect all system fans, adapters are available to connect a fan directly to a power supply.
• Before first boot up, ensure that there are no cables impeding any fan blades.

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

These connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. When installing the front panel connectors, please use the enclosed mConnectors to simplify installation. Plug all the wires from the computer case into the mConnectors and then plug the mConnectors into the mainboard.

Speaker Buzzer 8. + 6. - 4. + 2. - JFP2 7. No Pin 5. Power LED 3. Suspend LED 1. Ground Power Switch 10. No Pin 8. - 6. + 4. - 2. + 9. Reserve d 5. + Reset Switch PowerLED JFP1 3. - HDD LED

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 Panel Audio Connector

This connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer case. This connector is compliant with the Intel ^ Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

10. Head Phone Detection 8. No Pin 6. MIC Detection 4. NC 2. Ground 9. Head Phone L 7. SENSE SEN D 5. Head Phone R 3. MIC R 1. MIC L

JUSB2\~3: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors

This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others.

USB 2.0 Bracket (optional) * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only.

Important

Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.

JTPM1: TPM Module connector

This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.

TPM module is optional 13.0 GB/GB 12.5K 700 8.5K 700 4.5KV 600 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 500 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 510 1.5V 515 1.5V 515 1.5V 515 1.5V 515 1.5V 515 1.5V 515 1.5V 515 1.5V 515 1.5V 515 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520 1.5V 520

* The MB layout in this figure is for reference only.

JLPT1: Parallel Port Header

This connector is used to connect an optional parallel port bracket. The parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.

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26. No Pin 24. Ground 22. Ground 18. Ground 16. Ground 14. Ground 12. Ground 8. L PT SL I N# 4. ERR# 2. A FD# 25. SL CT 23. PE 21. BUSY 19. ACK# 17. PRND7 15. PRND6 13. PRND5 11. PRND4 9. PRND3 7. PRND2 5. PRND1 3. PRND0 1. R ST B# 3. PRND0 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R ST B# 1. R STUD #

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector

This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device.

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10.No Pin 8.CTS 6.DSR 4.DTR 2.N 9.RI 7.RTS 5.Ground 3.SOUT 1.DCD

JUSB1:

The JUSB1 is the USB 3.0 connector for FM2-A75MA-E35, and USB 2.0 connector for FM2-A55M-E35.

USB 3.0 Expansion Connector (FM2-A75MA-E35)

The USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbits/s (SuperSpeed).

USB 3.0 Bracket (optional) * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only.

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.

USB 2.0 Expansion Connector (FM2-A55M-E35)

The USB 2.0 port supports data transfer rates up to 480Mbit/s (Hi-Speed).

USB Bracket (optional) * The MB layout in this figure is for reference only.

Important

Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the computer case is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this intrusion and a warning message will flash on screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.

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2: Ground 1: CINTRU

Jumper

JUSB\_PW1\~2: USB power Jumper

The USB ports on the rear IO panel are controlled by JUSB_PW2. The JUSB1 and JUSB2 are controlled by JUSB_PW1. These jumpers allow you to enable/ disable the "wakeup from S3/S4/S5 by USB and PS/2 device" function

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JUSB_PW2

(for back panel USB connectors)

Close 1-2

Keep USB power to VCC5 (default)

Close 2-3

Keep USB power to 5VSB

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JUSB_PW1

(for on-board USB connectors)

Close 1-2

Keep USB power to VCC5 (default)

Close 2-3

Keep USB power to 5VSB

Important

If you set the jumper to Enabled, the power supply must be able to provide at least 2A currents.

JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper

There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the mainboard to save system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, 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.

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Keep Data Clear Data

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 mainboard.

Drivers and Utilities

After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the performance of the new computer you just built. MSI mainbaord comes with a Driver Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your mainboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features 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.

Total 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.

1. Insert MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. The setup screen will automatically appear if autorun is enabled in OS.
2. Click Total Installer. A popup dialog will appear listing all necessary drivers.

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1. Select all checkbox on driver listing dialog.
2. Click Install button.
3. The software installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt you to restart.
4. Click OK button to finish.
5. Restart your computer.

You can also use the same method to install the utilities.

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Chapter 2

BIOS Setup

CLICK BIOS II is a revolutionary UEFI interface that allows you to setup and configure your system for optimum use. Using your mouse and keyboard, users can change BIOS settings, 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.

Entering

Power on the computer and the system will start the Power On Self Test (POST) process. When the message below appears on the screen, please key to enter CLICK BIOS II:

Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot Menu

If the message disappears before you respond and you still need to enter CLICK BIOS II, restart the system by turning the computer OFF then back ON or pressing the RESET button. You may also restart the system by simultaneously pressing , , and keys.

Important

The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under continuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be held for reference only.

Overview

After entering Click BIOS II, the following screen is displayed.

msi Temperature monitor Mode selection 12: 18 Thu 5 / 31 / 2012 Version E7EEMG V1.0B1 Boot device priority ECO mode STANDARD mode OC Genre mode BIOS menu selection nsi SETTINGS OC ECO CLICK BIOS II BROWSER Dora Mutier AI-Patch UTILITIES Security System information Boot menu Boot device priority bar BIOS menu selection Menu display

Important

The pictures in this guide are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased. Please refer to the actual screens of your system for detailed information.

▶ Temperature monitor

This block shows the temperature of the processor and the mainboard.

▶ System information

This block shows the time, date, CPU name, CPU frequency, DRAM frequency, DRAM capacity and the BIOS version.

▶ BIOS menu selection

The following options are available:

• SETTINGS - Use this menu to specify your settings for chipset features and boot devices.
• OC - This menu contains items of the frequency and voltage adjustments. Increasing the frequency can get better performance, however high frequency and heat can cause instability, we do not recommend general users to over-clock.
  ■ ECO - This menu is related to energy-saving settings.
  ■ BROWSER - This feature is used to enter the MSI Winki web browser.
  ■ UTILITIES - This menu contains utilities for backup and update.
• SECURITY - The security menu is used to keep unauthorized people from making 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 overclocking.

▶ Menu display

This area provides BIOS settings and information to be configured.

▶ Language

This allows you to select the language of the BIOS setting.

Boot device priority bar

This bar shows the priority of the boot devices. The lighted icons indicate that the devices are available.

Boot device priority High priority Low priority

Click and draw the icon to left or right to specify the boot priority.

■ Boot device icon list

USB Drive

Hard disk drive

Optical disk

LAN

BEV

USB hard disk drive

USB floppy

USB optical drive

UEFI

Disable

Operation

CLICK BIOS II allows you to control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations.

Hot key Mouse Description		Description
<↑↓→←>	Move the cursor	Select Item
	Click/ Double-click the left button	Select Icon/ Field
	Click the right button	Jump to the Exit menu or return to the previous from a submenu
<+> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<-> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
	General HelpSpecifications
	Enter Memory-Zoptimized defaults
	Load
	OC Profile Load From USB
	OC Profile Save to USB
	Save Change and Reset
	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-

Overclocking Profiles

CPU Specifications

ditional options. You can use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight the field and press or double-click the left mouse button to enter the sub-menu. If you want to return to the previous menu, just press or click the right mouse button.

General Help

The General Help screen lists the appropriate keys to use for navigation. You can call up this screen from any menu by simply pressing . Press to exit the Help screen.

SETTINGS

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System Status

▶ System Date

This allows you to set the system date that you want (usually the current date).

The format is .

day Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS.

Read-only.

month The month from Jan. through Dec.

date The date from 1 to 31 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 .

▶ 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 Information

Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory (read only).

Advanced

▶ PCI Subsystem Settings

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ PCI Latency Timer

Controls how long each PCI device can hold the bus before another takes over. When set to higher values, every PCI device can conduct transactions for a longer time and thus improve the effective PCI bandwidth.

▶ ACPI Settings

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ACPI Standby State

Specifies the power saving mode for ACPI function

[S1] Sleep Mode. Hardware remains on.
[S3] Suspend to RAM. Turns off hardware. (Recommended)

▶ Power LED

Configures how the system uses power LEDs on the case to indicate sleep/suspend state.

[Single] The power LED turns 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 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 onboard LAN.

▶ Network Stack

This item is used to enable/ disable UEFI network stack.

▶Ipv4 PXE Support

This item appears when you set "Enabled" in [Network Stack] field and is used to enable/ disable the lpv4 PXE boot support.

▶Ipv6 PXE Support

This item appears when you set "Enabled" in [Network Stack] field and is used to enable/ disable the lpv6 PXE boot support.

▶ SATA Mode

This item is used to specify RAID/IDE/AHCI mode for SATA port.

Important

• Windows XP is not natively supported to be installed in the storage device with AHCI mode. If you still prefer to install Windows XP as the operating system, please refer to Appendix Install Windows XP Notes.
• You cannot switch between AHCI and IDE if you already have your operating system installed.

▶ Board SATA RAID ROM

This item is used to switch RAID ROM. The default setting is "Legacy ROM". If you plan to install Windows on a RAID volume greater than 2.2TB, please set this option to "UEFI DRIVER" and refer to section "Installing OS on 2.2TB RAID" chapter B "AMD RAID".

▶HD Audio Controller

This item allows you to enable/ disable the HD audio controller.

HPET

The HPET (High Precision Event Timers) is a component that is part of the chipset. You can enable it, and will provide you with the means to get to it via the various ACPI methods.

▶ Integrated Graphics Configuration

Press to enter the sub-menu.

- Initiate Graphic Adapter

Choose which adapter you wish to make the primary option

[PEG] PCI-Express Graphics Device

[IGD] Integrated Graphics Display

▶ USB Configuration

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶USB Controller

This item allows you to enable/ disable the integrated USB 2.0 controller.

▶ Legacy USB Support

Enable or disable support for USB keyboards, mice and floppy drives. You will be able to use these devices with operating systems that do not support USB.

▶ Super IO Configuration

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ Serial(COM) Port 0 Configuration

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ Serial (COM) Port0

This item allows you to enable/ disable the serial port.

▶ Serial (COM) Port0 Settings

Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the serial port.

▶Parallel(LPT) Port Configuration

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ Parallel(LPT) Port

This item allows you to enable/ disable the parallel port.

▶ Parallel(LPT) Port Settings

Select an address and corresponding interrupt for the parallel port.

▶ Device Mode

Select the device mode for the parallel port.

▶ Hardware Monitor

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶CPU Smart Fan Target

Controls CPU fan speed automatically depending on the current temperature and to keep it with a specific range. If the current CPU temperature reaches the target value, the smart fan function will be activated.

▶SYS Fan1 Control

This item allows users to select how percentage of speed for the SYSFAN1.

▶CPU/ System Temperature, CPU FAN/ SYS FAN 1 Speed

These items show the current status of all of the monitored hardware devices/ components such as CPU temperature/ system temperature and all fans' speeds.

▶ Power Management Setup

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶EuP 2013

Energy Using Products Lot 6 2013 (EUP) reduces power consumption when system is off or in standby mode.

Note: When enabled, the system will not support RTC wake up event functions.

▶Restore after AC Power Loss

This item specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs. Settings are:

[Power Off] Always leaves the computer in the power off state.

[Power On] Always leaves the computer in the power on state.

[Last State] Restore the system to the status before power failure or interrupt occurred.

▶ Wake Up Event Setup

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ Wake Up Event By

Setting to [BIOS] activates the following fields, and use the following fields to set the wake up events. Setting to [OS], the wake up events will be defined by OS.

▶Resume By RTC Alarm

The field is used to enable or disable the feature of booting up the system on a scheduled time/date.

▶ Date/ HH:MM:SS

If Resume By RTC Alarm is set to [Enabled], the system will automatically resume (boot up) on a specific date/hour/minute/second specified in these fields (using the <+> and <-> to select the date & time settings).

▶Resume By PCI or PCI-E Device

When set to [Enabled], the feature allows your system to be awakened from the power saving modes through any event on PCI or PCIe device.

▶Resume From S3 by USB Device

The item allows the activity of the USB device to wake up the system from S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state.

▶Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Mouse/ Keyboard

These items determine whether the system will be awakened from what power saving modes when input signal of the 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. [En - abled] Shows a still image (logo) on the full screen at boot.

[Disabled] Shows the POST messages at boot.

== Boot Option Priorities==

▶ 1st\~9th Boot

These items are used to prioritize the installed boot devices.

▶ Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities/CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities/USB HardDisk Drive BBS Priorities/UEFI Boot Drive BBS Priorities

▶1st\~8th Boot

These items are used to prioritize the installed Hard Disk Drive/ CD/DVD ROM Drive/ USB HardDisk drives/ UEFI boot drives.

Save & Exit

▶ Discard Changes and Exit

Use this item to abandon all changes and exit setup.

▶ Save Changes and Reboot

Use this item to save changes and reset the system.

▶ Save Changes

Use this item to save changes.

▶ Discard Changes

Use this item to abandon all changes.

▶ Restore Defaults

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.

OC

msi 13:15 AMD AB-SS00 APU (with Radeonita) HD Graphics Current CPU Frequency 0.26 GHz (100 x 92 MHz) Current CFAM Frequency 1333 MHz Memory Size = 2048 MB Temperature CPU 40°C Version EXTENMS V1.0B30 Boot device priority ECO mode STANDARD mode OC Genel mode NSI Mainband settings SETTINGS Overclocking setting DC Energy setting ECO CURRENT CPU Frequency (00.00 x 32 MHz) Current DFM Frequency 1339 MHz Adjust CPU FSB Frequency 100 Adjust CPU Ratio [Auto] Adjusted CPU Frequency 8200 MHz Adjusted CPU-MB Ratio [Auto] Adjusted CPU-MB frequency 1000 MHz CPU Core Control [Auto] AMD Turbo Core Technology [Auto] Adjusted Max Turbo Core Ratio [Auto] Adjusted Max Turbo Core Frequency 3700 MHz Adjusted Turbo Core Ratio [Auto] Adjusted Turbo Core Frequency 3500 MHz Adjusted GPU Engine Frequency [Auto] Adjusted GPU Engine Frequency 301 MHz DPM Frequency [Auto] Adjusted DPM Frequency 1600 MHz Intel Extreme Memory Profile (DHP) [Disabled] AMD Memory Profile (AHP) [Disabled] DCR3 166MHz 9-10-9-26 1.5kV DPM Timing Hooe [Auto]

Important

• Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.
• Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, can void your warranty or severely damage your hardware.
- If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC Genie for easy overclocking.
▶ Current CPU / DRAM Frequency

These items show the current clocks of CPU and Memory speed. Read-only.

▶ Adjust CPU FSB Frequency

Allows you to set the CPU FSB clock. 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 the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only.

▶ Adjust CPU-NB Ratio

This item is used to adjust CPU-NB clock ratio.

▶ Adjusted CPU-NB Frequency

It shows the adjusted CPU-NB frequency. Read-only.

▶ CPU Core Control

This item is used to control number of CPU cores. When set to [Auto], the CPU will

operate under the default number of cores. When set to [Manual], you will be able to enable/disable the specific CPU core.

▶ AMD Turbo Core Technology

This technology automatically increases the frequency of active CPU cores to improve performance.

▶ Adjust Max Turbo Core Ratio

This item is used to adjust Max Turbo Core ratio

▶ Adjusted Max Turbo Core Frequency

It shows the adjusted Max Turbo Core frequency. Read-only.

▶ Adjust Turbo Core Ratio

This item is used to adjust Turbo Core ratio.

▶ Adjusted Turbo Core Frequency

It shows the adjusted Turbo Core frequency. Read-only.

▶ Adjust GPU Engine Frequency

This item is used to adjust the integrated graphics frequency.

▶ Adjusted GPU Engine Frequency

It shows the adjusted integrated graphics frequency. Read-only.

▶ DRAM Frequency

This item allows you to adjust the DRAM frequency. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed.

▶ Adjusted DRAM Frequency

It shows the adjusted DRAM frequency. Read-only.

▶ Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

Choose to apply an Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) to increase system performance. When the Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) is enabled, the AMD Memory Profile (AMP) will be forced to be disabled.

▶ AMD Memory Profile (AMP)

Choose to apply an AMD Memory Profile (AMP) to increase system performance. When AMD Memory Profile (AMP) is enabled, the Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) will be forced to be disabled.

▶ DRAM Timing Mode

Select whether DRAM timing is controlled by the SPD (Serial Presence Detect) EEPROM on the DRAM module. Setting to [Auto] enables DRAM timings and the following "Advanced DRAM Configuration" sub-menu to be determined by BIOS based on the configurations on the SPD. Selecting [Link] or [Unlink] allows users to configure the DRAM timings for each channel and the following related "Advanced DRAM Configuration" sub-menu manually.

▶ Advanced DRAM Configuration

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ Command Rate

This setting controls the DRAM command rate.

▶ tCL

Controls CAS latency which determines the timing delay (in clock cycles) of starting a read command after receiving data.

▶ tRCD

Determines the timing of the transition from RAS (row address strobe) to CAS (column address strobe). The less clock cycles, the faster the DRAM performance.

▶ tRP

Controls number of cycles for RAS (row address strobe) to be allowed to pre-charge. If insufficient time is allowed for RAS to accumulate before DRAM refresh, the DRAM may fail to retain data. This item applies only when synchronous DRAM is installed in the system.

▶ tRAS

Determines the time RAS (row address strobe) takes to read from and write to memory cell.

▶ tRFC

This setting determines the time RFC takes to read from and write to a memory cell.

▶ tWR

Determines minimum time interval between end of write data burst and the start of a pre-charge command. Allows sense amplifiers to restore data to cell.

▶tWTR

Determines minimum time interval between the end of write data burst and the start of a column-read command; allows I/O gating to overdrive sense amplifies before read command starts.

▶ tRRD

Specifies the active-to-active delay of different banks.

▶ tRTP

Time interval between a read and a precharge command.

▶ tFAW

This item is used to set the tFAW (four activate window delay) timing.

▶tWCL

This item is used to set the tWCL (Write CAS Latency) timing.

▶tCKE

This item is used to set the Pulse Width for DRAM module.

▶ tRTL

This item is used to set Round Trip Latency settings.

▶ Advanced Channel 1/2 Timing Configuration

Press to enter the sub-menu. And you can set the advanced memory timing for each channel.

▶ Spread Spectrum

This function reduces the EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) generated by modulating clock generator pulses.

Important

• If you do not have any EMI problem, leave the setting at [Disabled] for optimal system stability and performance. But if you are plagued by EMI, select the value of Spread Spectrum for EMI reduction.
• The greater the Spread Spectrum value is, the greater the EMI is reduced, and the system will become less stable. For the most suitable Spread Spectrum value, please consult your local EMI regulation.
• Remember to disable Spread Spectrum if you are overclocking because even a slight jitter can introduce a temporary boost in clock speed which may just cause your overclocked processor to lock up.
  ▶ CPU Voltage/ CPU-NB Voltage/ NB Voltage/ DRAM Voltage/ SB Voltage

These items are used to adjust the voltage of CPU, Memory and chipset.

▶ Overclocking Profiles

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ Overclocking Profile 1/2/3/4/5/6

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/2/3/4/5/6

Give a name by typing in this item.

▶ Save Overclocking Profile 1/2/3/4/5/6

Save the current overclocking settings to ROM for selected profile.

▶Load/ Clear Overclocking Profile 1/2/3/4/5/6

Load/ Clear the stored profile settings from ROM.

▶ OC Profile Save to USB

Save the current overclocking settings to USB drive.

▶ OC Profile Load from USB

Load the stored settings from USB drive.

▶ CPU Specifications

Press to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu highlights all the key features of your CPU. The information will vary by model and is read-only. You can also access this information at any time by pressing [F4]. Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶CPU Technology Support

Press to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu shows the installed CPU technologies. Read only.

▶ MEMORY-Z

Press to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu highlights all the settings and timings of your DIMMs. This information will vary by model and is read-only. You can also access this information at any time by pressing [F5]. Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶DIMM1\~2 Memory SPD

Press to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu displays the informations of installed memory.

▶ CPU Features

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶AMD Cool'n'Quiet

The Cool'n'Quiet technology can effectively and dynamically lower CPU speed and power consumption.

Important

To ensure that Cool'n'Quiet function is activated and will be working properly, it is required to double confirm that:

• Run BIOS Setup, select OC Menu and find CPU Feature > AMD Cool'n'Quiet, and set this item to "Enabled".
• Enter Windows, and select [Start]->[Settings]->[Control Panel]->[Power Options]. Enter Power Options Properties tag, and select Minimal Power Management under Power schemes.

▶ SVM Mode

This item allows you to enable/disable the AMD SVM (Secure Virtual Machine) Mode.

▶Core C6 State

This item allows you to enable/ dsiable C6 state support. When the CPU enters C6 state, all cores will save architectural state and reduce core voltages to zero volts. Wake up the CPU from C6 state will take a lot longer.

ECO

msi Temperature CPU 14°C Maintenance System 12:23 Thu 5 / St / 2012 Version ET72JANS V1.0617 Boot device priority AMD ALO-5700 APU with Radeon(Th) NO Graphics Current CPU Frequency 3.40 MHz (100 x 34 MHz) Current DRAM Frequency 1333 MHz Memory Size = 2048 MB ECO mode STANDARD mode OC Genel mode MSI Mainboard vertical SETTINGS Displacing setting OC Energy saving ECO Help | HOT KEY | EuF 2013 [Enabled] ---- PC Health Status ---- CPU Data Voltage 1.128 V 5.5V 3.312 V 5V 4.301 V 12V 11.780 V BROWSER Live Update Mail UTILITIES Password SECURITY

Important

Once you click the "ECO" button in the pre-set area, some items in ECO menu will be fixed and un-adjustable.

▶ EuP 2013

Energy Using Products Lot 6 2013 (EUP) reduces power consumption when system is off or in standby mode.

Note: When enabled, the system will not support RTC wake up event functions.

▶ CPU Core Voltage/ 3.3V/ 5V/ 12V

These items show the amperages. Read only.

BROWSER

Please install the MSI "Winki" application first in the Windows operating system with the MSI Driver Disc before using the browser. Then you can click the BROWSER to access the Internet, e-mail and instant messaging.

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Installing Winki

To install Winki, follow the steps below:

MSI mainboard OTHERS Intel AMT Driver Intel USB ID Driver Intel SBA Super Charger works CHIPSET VGA AUDIO OTHERS Product Regulation Browse CD Exit

1. Power on your computer and enter Windows operating system.
2. Insert MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. The setup screen will automatically appear.
3. Click Driver tab.
4. Click OTHERS button.
5. Select Winki to start installing.
6. When finished, restart your computer.

UTILITIES

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▶ HDD Backup

Hard disk storage backups and restoring is one of the most common and important tasks. Use this utility to create an image of your HDD partitions and re-load them when necessary.

Important

The HDD Backup can't back up (/restore) image to (/from) a partition where itself was installed, so it's strongly recommended to divide HDD into 2 partitions at least (1st for OS; 2nd for data).

For HDD with single partition only, the requirements for HDD Backup are:

1. An additional partition from another HDD (ex. USB HDD) for HDD Backup to back up (/restore) image to (/from) it.
2. Executing Winki stored in USB flash drive/ MSI Driver Disc by pressing 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.

Important

HDD Backup and Live Update request Winki, please install the "Winki" software application from MSI Driver Disc in Windows first. And then you can access these two utilities by clicking their respective buttons.

▶ M-Flash

▶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 selected BIOS file.

▶ Save BIOS to storage

Please setup a specific folder in specific USB/ Storage drive to save BIOS file from BIOS ROM chip data. Note: it only supports FAT/ 32 file system drive.

▶Select one file to update BIOS

This item allows you to select a particular BIOS file from the USB/ Storage (FAT/ 32 format only) drive for updating BIOS.

Updating the BIOS with Live Update

This section tells you how to update the BIOS by using the Live Update utility before entering Operating System. Live Update will update the BIOS automatically when connecting to the Internet. To update the BIOS with the Live Update utility:

1. Click Live Update button installed).

on the BIOS UTILITIES menu. (The Winki must be

LiveUpdate Edit connections You can activate the connection by clicking this icon. Use connection editor to add new and to change settings if necessary. Status: Wmki

1. Setup the connection by click the setting button if necessary.
2. Click the next button
3. Live Update will automatically detect the version of BIOS and download the appropriate file.

LiveUpdate Download LiveUpdate Information : Check BIOS Information : Download ROM file : Verification : Status: 67%

Click the confirm button to update the BIOS.5.

Confirmation Platform : Mainboard Name Current BIOS version : 1.00 up-to-date BIOS version : 1.10

Important

Do not unplug or shut off your system during BIOS Flash. Incorrect BIOS flashing can cause the motherboard to not POST. Please ensure you have the correct version and model of your motherboard BIOS when updating.

SECURITY

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▶ Administrator Password

Set the administrative password that will be required to enter the BIOS.

▶ User Password

Set the user password that will be required to enter the operating system.

Important

When selecting the Administrative / User Password items, a password box will appear on the screen. Type the password then press . The password typed now will replace any previous set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to confirm the password. You may also press to abort the selection.

To clear a set password, press when you are prompted to enter a new password. 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 key. This requires the USB device to be plugged in for access to the computer..

▶ Make U-Key at

When the "U-Key" as sets to [Enabled], this item is selectable. This item allows you to specify the USB drive.

▶ Trusted Computing

Press to enter the sub-menu.

▶ TCG/TPM Support

Setting the option to [Yes] enables TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to the system.

▶ Chassis Intrusion Configuration

Press 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.

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Appendix A

Realtek Audio

The Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple streaming) through the Front-Out-Left and Front-Out-Right channels.

Software Configuration

After installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), the "Realtek HD Audio Manager" icon will appear at the notification area (lower right of the screen). You may double click the icon and the GUI will pop up accordingly.

double click the icon

Customize...

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 Realtek HD Audio Manager Application Enhancement Speaker Configuration Sound Effects Room Correction Default Format 7.1 Speaker Optional Speakers Center Subwoofer Side pair Rear pair Full-range Speakers Front left and right Surround speakers Speaker Fill Enable Bass Management Swap Center / Subwoofer Output Main Volume Volume Adjustment msi ANALOG Back Panel Front Panel Jack status panel

■ Device Selection

Here you can select a audio output source to change the related options. The "check" sign (in orange) indicates the devices as default.

■ Volume Adjustment

You can control the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the 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 computer.

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.

The current connected device is : Which device did you plug in? Line In ✓ Mic In Headphone Front Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out OK

As you know, each jack corresponds to its default setting, you can refer to the next section "Hardware Default Setting".

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

■ Backpanel audio jacks to 6-channel speakers diagram

graph TD
    A["Speaker"] --> B["Central Display"]
    C["Speaker"] --> B
    D["Speaker"] --> B
    B --> E["Rear"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#ccf,stroke:#333

■ Backpanel audio jacks to 8-channel speakers diagram

graph TD
    A["Speaker 1"] -->|Front| B["Central Screen"]
    C["Speaker 2"] -->|Front| B
    D["Speaker 3"] -->|Front| B
    E["Speaker 4"] -->|Front| B
    F["Speaker 5"] -->|Front| B
    G["Speaker 6"] -->|Front| B
    H["Speaker 7"] -->|Front| B
    I["Speaker 8"] -->|Front| B
    J["Speaker 9"] -->|Front| B
    K["Speaker 10"] -->|Front| B
    L["Speaker 11"] -->|Front| B
    M["Speaker 12"] -->|Front| B
    N["Speaker 13"] -->|Front| B
    O["Speaker 14"] -->|Front| B
    P["Speaker 15"] -->|Front| B
    Q["Speaker 16"] -->|Front| B
    R["Speaker 17"] -->|Front| B
    S["Speaker 18"] -->|Front| B
    T["Speaker 19"] -->|Front| B
    U["Speaker 20"] -->|Front| B
    V["Speaker 21"] -->|Front| B
    W["Speaker 22"] -->|Front| B
    X["Speaker 23"] -->|Front| B
    Y["Speaker 24"] -->|Front| B
    Z["Speaker 25"] -->|Front| B
    AA["Speaker 26"] -->|Front| B
    AB["Speaker 27"] -->|Front| B
    AC["Speaker 28"] -->|Front| B
    AD["Speaker 29"] -->|Front| B
    AE["Speaker 30"] -->|Front| B
    AF["Speaker 31"] -->|Front| B
    AG["Speaker 32"] -->|Front| B
    AH["Speaker 33"] -->|Front| B
    AI["Speaker 34"] -->|Front| B
    AJ["Speaker 35"] -->|Front| B
    AK["Speaker 36"] -->|Front| B
    AL["Speaker 37"] -->|Front| B
    AM["Speaker 38"] -->|Front| B
    AN["Speaker 39"] -->|Front| B
    AO["Speaker 40"] -->|Front| B
    AP["Speaker 41"] -->|Front| B
    AQ["Speaker 42"] -->|Front| B
    AR["Speaker 43"] -->|Front| B
    AS["Speaker 44"] -->|Front| B
    AT["Speaker 45"] -->|Front| B
    AU["Speaker 46"] -->|Front| B
    AV["Speaker 47"] -->|Front| B
    AW["Speaker 48"] -->|Front| B
    AX["Speaker 49"] -->|Front| B
    AY["Speaker 50"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    AZ["Speaker 51"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BA["Speaker 52"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BB["Speaker 53"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BC["Speaker 54"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BD["Speaker 55"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BE["Speaker 56"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BF["Speaker 57"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BG["Speaker 58"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BH["Speaker 59"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BI["Speaker 60"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BJ["Speaker 61"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BK["Speaker 62"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BL["Speaker 63"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BM["Speaker 64"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BN["Speaker 65"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BO["Speaker 66"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BP["Speaker 67"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BQ["Speaker 68"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BR["Speaker 69"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BS["Speaker 70"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BT["Speaker 71"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BU["Speaker 72"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BV["Speaker 73"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BW["Speaker 74"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BX["Speaker 75"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    BY["Speaker 76"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CA["Speaker 77"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CB["Speaker 78"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CC["Speaker 79"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CD["Speaker 80"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CE["Speaker 81"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CF["Speaker 82"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CG["Speaker 83"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CH["Speaker 84"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CI["Speaker 85"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CJ["Speaker 86"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CK["Speaker 87"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CL["Speaker 88"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CM["Speaker 89"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CN["Speaker 90"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CO["Speaker 91"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CP["Speaker 92"] -->|Side Surround Roundout|
    CCI["Rear"]
    CCI_Rear
    CCI_Rear
    CCI_Rear
    CCI_Rear
    CCI_Rear
    CCI_Rear
    CCI_Rear
    CCI_Rear

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Appendix B

AMD RAID

The integrate one SATA host controller separately, and support RAID function for performance and reliability. The SATA RAID provides support for RAID 0 (Striping), RAID 1 (Mirroring) & RAID 10 (Striping & Mirroring) RAID 0 greatly improves hard disk I/O performance by concurrently striping data across multiple drives. RAID 1 makes sure data is not lost if a drive fails as data is simultaneously written to two drives. Drives configured for RAID Striping are said to form a RAID 0 set, while drives configured for RAID Mirroring are said to form a RAID 1 set. RAID 10 is implemented as a mirrored array whose segments are RAID 0 arrays. RAID 10 has same fault tolerance as mirroring and reduces overhead by striping. It needs at least four drives to form a RAID 10.

RAID Configuration

Creating and deleting RAID set and performing other RAID setting up operations are done in the RAID BIOS. During bootup, a screen similar to the one below will appear for about few seconds. Press to enter RAID Option ROM utility.

Press to enter RAID Option ROM utility...

Important

Be sure to enable the RAID function for SATA device in BIOS before configuring the RAID Option ROM Utility.

The RAID Option ROM utility menu screen will appear. The Main Menu is used to choose the operation to be performed.

[ Main Menu ] View Drive Assignments......[ 1 ] LD View / LD Define Menu....[ 2 ] Delete LD Menu......[ 3 ] Controller Configuration......[ 4 ] [ Keys Available ] Press 1...4 to Select Option [ ESC ] Exit

View Drives Assignments

This window displays the model number, capacities and assignment of the drives physically attached to the SATA host adapter.

[ View Drives Assignments ] Port : ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity (GB) Assignment 01 : 00 ST32000641AS SATA 6G 2000.39 Extent 1 2000.39 02 : 00 ST32000641AS SATA 6G 2000.39 Extent 1 2000.39 [ ↑ ] Up [ ↓ ] Down [PaUp / PaDn] Switch Page [Ctrl + H] Full Erase [ESC] Exit [ Keys Available ]

LD View / LD Define Menu (Creating RAID)

The selection of the RAID configuration should be based upon factors including performance, data security, and the number of drives available. It is best to carefully consider the long-term role of the system and plan the data storage strategy. RAID sets can be created either automatically, or to allow the greatest flexibility, manually.

1. Press 2 on the Main Menu screen to enter the LD View Menu.

[ LD View Menu ] < There is no any LD > [ Keys Available ] [↑] Up [↓] Down [PaUp / PaDn] Switch Page [Ctrl + C] Define LD [Enter] View LD [Ctrl + V] View Single Disk [ESC] Exit

1. And then press [Ctrl + C] keys to enter the LD Define Menu. Use the space key to choose a RAID mode (RAID 0/1/10) and use the arrow key to move to the "Drives Assignments" window.

[ LD Define Menu ] LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv LD 1 Logical Drive 1 RAID 1 0 Stripe Block NA Fsat Init ON Gigabyte Boundary ON Cache Mode WriteThru [ Drives Assignments ] Port : ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity (GB) Assignment 01:00 ST32000641AS SATA 6G 2000.39 N 02:00 ST32000641AS SATA 6G 2000.39 N [ Keys Available ] [↑] Up [↓] Down [PaUp / PaDn] Switch Page [Space] Change Option [Ctrl + Y] Save [ESC] Exit

• Stripe Block Size, the default 64KB is best for most applications. RAID 0 or 10 only.
  ■ Gigabyte Boundary, allows use of slightly smaller replacement drives.

• On the Drives Assignments window, use the arrow key to choose the hard drives which you want to make part of the LD, use the space key to change the assignment to "Y". Then press [Ctrl+Y] to save the configuration.

[ LD Define Menu ] LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv LD 1 Logical Drive 1 RAID 1 2 Stripe Block NA Fsat Init ON Gigabyte Boundary ON Cache Mode WriteThru [ Drives Assignments ] Port : ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity (GB) Assignment 01 : 00 ST32000641AS SATA 6G 2000.39 Y 02 : 00 ST32000641AS SATA 6G 2000.39 Y [ Keys Available ] [^] Up [+] Down [PaUp / PaDn] Switch Page [Space] Change Option [Ctrl + Y] Save [ESC] Exit

1. A message will show, press [Ctrl + Y] to input a LD name as your desire or press any key to save default LD name.

Please press Ctrl-Y key to input the LD Name or press any key to exit. If you do not input any LD name, the default LD name will be used.

1. Another message will show, press [Ctrl-Y] if you are sure to erase the MBR data of the disk. Or press any key to ignore this option.

Fast Initialization Option has been selected. It will reuse the M BR data of the disks.

1. The message will show up on the bottom, press any key to use maximum capacity or press [Ctrl-Y] to modify array capacity manually.

Press Ctrl+Y to Modify Array Capacity or press any other key to use maximum capacity...

Important

- The default capacity is the full capacity of the selected hard drives.

- If you allocate the first LD capacity manually, you can create second LD with remaining capacity of the selected hard drives.

1. The LD creation is done, the screen shows the LD information as below. Press ESC key to the main screen.

[ LD View Mode ] LD No RAID Mode Drv Capacity (MB) Status LD 1 RAID 1 2 1999.99 Functional [ ↑ ] Up [ ↓ ] Down [PaUp / PaDn] Switch Page [Ctrl + C] Define LD [Enter] View LD [Ctrl + V] View Single Disk [ESC] Exit [ Keys Available ]

1. Press ESC key to exit the utility, a message "System is going to REBOOT! Are You Sure?" will display, answer "Y" to exit it and the system will reboot.

[ Main Menu ] View Drive Assignments......[ 1 ] LD View / LD Define Menu...[ 2 ] Delete LD Menu............[ 3 ] Con System is going to REBOOT! Are You Sure? Y - Reboot / Any Key - Back. [ Keys Available ] Press 1..4 to Select Option [ ESC ] Exit

Delete LD Menu (Deleting RAID)

1. Press "3" on the main to enter the Delete LD Menu.
2. Choose a LD No. you want to delete and press [Del] or [Alt+D] delete the RAID set.

[ Delete LD Menu ] LD No RAID Mode Drv Capacity (MB) Status LD 1 RAID 1 2 1999.99 Functional [ Keys Available ] [↑] Up [↓] Down [PaUp / PaDn] Switch Page [Del / Alt +D] Delete LD

1. On the next screen, a message will display to inform you, press "Ctrl+Y" to delete the RAID set or other key to abort it. Press "Ctrl+Y" to complete the deletion.

[ View LD Definition Menu ] LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv Capacity (GB) LD 1 Logical Drive 1 RAID 1 0 1999.99 Stripe Block NA Cache Mode WriteThru [ Drives Assignments ] Port : ID Drive Model Capabilities Capacity (GB) Assignment 01 : 00 ST32000641AS SATA 6G 2000.39 N 02 : 00 ST32000641AS SATA 6G 2000.39 N Press Ctrl-Y to delete the data in the disk! Or press any other key to abort...

Installing the RAID Driver (for bootable RAID Array)

1. After you complete the RAID BIOS setup, boot from the Windows CD, and the Windows Setup program starts.
2. Press F6 and wait for the Windows Setup screen to appear.
3. Insert the floppy that contains the RAID driver, press the "S" key to select "Specify Additional Device".
   Note: for Windows Vista/ Windows 7, you can copy the files to a medium (floppy/ CD/ DVD or USB)

Important

Please follow the instruction below to make a SATA RAID driver for yourself.

• Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive.
• Click the "Browse CD" on the Setup screen.

• Copy all the contents in the \ChipSet\AMD\Packages\Drivers\SBDrv_for_Hudson\SB9xx\RAID\ (and then, please select a folder which was classified according to OS.)
  • The driver disk for RAID controller is done.

• When prompted, insert the medium disk and press Enter.

For Windows Vista/ Windows 7: During the Operating system installation, after selecting the location to install Vista/Windows 7 click on "Load Driver" button to load RAID drive.

1. You should be shown a list of available RAID controller(s).
2. Select the compatible RAID controller for 32-bit/64-bit version system and then press ENTER.
3. The next screen should confirm that you have selected the RAID controller. Press ENTER again to continue.
4. You have successfully installed the RAID driver, and Windows setup should continue.
5. Leave the medium until the system reboots itself. Windows setup will need to copy the files from the medium again after the RAID volume is formatted, and Windows setup starts copying files.

Installing the RAID Driver Under Windows (for Non-bootable RAID Array)

1. Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive.
2. The DVD will auto-run and the setup screen will appear.
3. Under the Driver tab, click on AMD chipset drivers by your need. The AMD chipset drivers includes RAID Driver.
4. The driver will be automatically installed.

Installing OS on 2.2TB RAID

If you plan to install 64bit operating system on a RAID volume greater than 2.2TB, you can only manually create and load the RAID array in EFI shell.

WARNING

Create raid array will erase all the data stored on hard drives! Make sure to back up your files! There is no way to reverse the process!

The following describes an example of how to install Windows 7 64bit on a RAID 0 volume greater than 2.2TB.

1. Access BIOS → SETTING → Advanced → Integrated Peripherals submenu.
2. Set the "SATA Mode" option to "RAID Mode".
3. Set the "Board SATA RAID ROM" option to "UEFI DRIVER".

SATA Configuration SATA Mode Board SATA RAID ROM [RAID Mode] [UEFI DRIVER]

1. Save and then reboot. Press F11 while system booting to access boot device selecting menu.

Please select boot device: UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell Enter Setup

1. Select "UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell" to access the EFI Shell environment.
2. Type "drvcfg" at the EFI shell prompt, it will show values of current configurable items.

Shell>drvcfg
Configurable Components
Drv[40] Ctrl[B2] Lang[eng] 

1. Refer to the value in [Drv] and [Ctrl], Type example "drvcfg -s 40 b2".

Shell> drvcfg -s 40 b2 

1. The RAID ROM will be loaded.

2. Delete all logical drivers by selecting "Logical Driver Main Menu" → "Logical Driver Delete Menu".

+ Logical Drive Main Menu + Logical Drive List Menu + Logical Drive Create Menu + Logical Drive Delete Menu

1. Make sure there are not any logical drivers (as shown below).

+ Logical Drive Delete Menu -

1. Back to "Logical Driver Main Menu" and select "Logical Driver Create Menu".

+ Logical Drive Main Menu + Logical Drive List Menu + Logical Drive Create Menu + Logical Drive Delete Menu

1. Select "Usable Physical Drive List".

+ Logical Drive Create Menu + Usable Physical Drive List + Basic Setting - Raid Mode : - Stripe Block (KB) : <64> - Initialization : - Gigabyte Boundary : - Read Policy : - Write Policy : - Ld Name : _ + Ld Size Setting

1. Choose RAID member disks by pressing arrow key and space key.

+ Logical Drive Create Menu - Hxxxxxx HD12345678 | 1500.30 GB [x] - Wxx HD34567890 | 3000.59 GB [x]

1. Back to "Logical Driver Main Menu" and fill "Ld Name".

+ Logical Drive Create Menu

+ Usable Physical Drive List

+ Basic Setting

- Raid Mode :

- Stripe Block (KB) : <64>

- Initialization :

- Gigabyte Boundary :

- Read Policy :

- Write Policy :

- Ld Name :

+ Ld Size Setting

raidsys_

1. Select "Ld Size Setting" → "Start to Create".

+ Logical Drive Create Menu

+ Usable Physical Drive List

+ Basic Setting

- Raid Mode :

- Stripe Block (KB) : <64>

- Initialization :

- Gigabyte Boundary :

- Read Policy :

- Write Policy :

- Ld Name : raidsys_

+ Ld Size Setting

- Ld Max Size : 3000.60 GB

1. When prompt "Are You Sure To Create Logical Drive?" press Enter to confirm it.

Are You Sure To Create Logical Drive?

'Enter' Key - YES / 'Esc' Key -NO

1. When prompt "Successful To Create Logical Drive" press Enter to continue.

Successful To Create Logical Drive 'Enter' Key - Continue

1. Exit RAID ROM by pressing F10. When prompt "Are you Sure To Exit" press Y.

Are You Sure To Exit? (y / n)

1. After exiting RAID ROM, system will prompt you to restart computer (shown as below). Insert Windows 7 64bit DVD into the DVD drive. Press Enter to reboot.

Drv[40] Ctrl[B2] Lang[eng] - Options Set.

Press [ENTER] to restart platform

1. Press F11 while system booting to access boot device selecting menu.

2. Select DVD drive that contain Windows 7 64bit DVD. System will start the Windows 7 64bit installation by booting from the Windows 7 64bit DVD.

Please select boot device: UEFI: Built-In EFI Shell UEFI: ATAPI iHOS104 Enter Setup

1. When require HDD driver, insert a USB flash drive that contains AMD RAID driver into a USB 2.0 port (not USB 3.0 port) and click Browse.

Important

You can find the AMD RAID driver from MSI Driver Disc. The path is

\ChipSet\AMD\Packages\Drivers\SBDrv_for_Hudson\SB9xx\RAID\W764A

Please copy all the files in the folder to a USB flash drive.

Load Driver A required CD/DVD drive device driver is missing. If you have a driver floppy disk, CD, DVD, or USB flash drive, please insert it now. Note: If the Windows installation media is in the CD/DVD drive, you can safely remove it for this step. Browse OK Cancel

1. Select "Removable Disk" from Browse for Folder dialog then click OK.

Browse for Folder Browse to the driver(s), and then click OK Computer Removable Disk (C:) CD Drive (D:) GRMCULXFRER_EN_DVD Boot (X:) OK Cancel

1. Install "AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller".

Install Windows Select the driver to be installed. AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller (C:\ahc164s.inf) Hide drivers that are not compatible with hardware on this computer. Browse Bescan Next

1. Windows 7 64bit can find the RAID volume now. Please continue the installing procedure.

Where do you want to install Windows? Name Total Size Free Space Type Disk 1 Unallocated Space 5587.9 GB 5587.9 GB Refresh Drive options (advanced) Load Driver Next

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Appendix C

Install Windows XP Notes

This chapter describes how to install Windows XP with IDE or AHCI mode.

Installing Windows XP with IDE Mode

You will fail and encounter a blue screen while installing Windows XP, because it is not natively supported 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.

1. Refer to Chapter 2 to access BIOS.
2. Go to SETTINGS → Integrated Peripherals → SATA Mode.

msi Mainboard settings SETTINGS OC Energy Saving ECO Onboard LAN Configuration Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Network Stack [Disabled] IPv4 PKE Support [Enabled] IPv6 PKE Support [Enabled] SATA Configuration SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Audio Configuration MD Audio Controller [Enabled] HPET Configuration HPET [Enabled] HELP | HOT KEY | > Internet Message and Mail BROWSER Live Update M-Flash UTILITIES Password SECURITY

1. Set this item to IDE mode.
2. Go to SETTINGS → Save & Exit → Save changes and reboot.
3. Install the Windows XP operating system.

Installing Windows XP with AHCI Mode

If you prefer to install Windows XP as the operating system with AHCI mode, please prepare AHCI drivers for Windows XP in advanced.

Creating an AHCI Driver Disc

Please follow the instruction below to make an "AHCI Driver" for yourself.

1. Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive.
2. Click the "Browse CD" on the Setup screen.
3. Copy all the contents from \ChipSet\AMD\Packages\Drivers\SBDrv_for_Hudson\SB9xx\AHCI\XP to a formatted floppy diskette.
4. The driver diskette is done.

Installing the Windows XP Operating System:

Please follow the below steps:

1. Access BIOS, set SATA Mode to AHCI mode, save, exit and reboot.
2. Ensure the USB Floppy Disk Drive is connected to the computer.
3. Install Windows XP. When Windows Setup screen appears a message "Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver....", press "F6" key.
4. Insert the floppy disk containing the AHCI drivers into the floppy disk drive.
5. When the next screen appears, press the "S" key to specify an additional device.
6. From the provided list, select the AMD AHCI Compatible Controller.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.