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USER MANUAL B75MA-E31 MSI

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Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User 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. 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 Manual. ○ The equipment has been dropped and damaged. ○ The equipment has obvious sign of breakage. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60°C (140°F), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. 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

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 instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will 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’NSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Micro-Star International MS-7808 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.

Battery Information 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. Taiwan:

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

(Processor and Heatsink)

MS-7808 English Getting start Thank you for choosing the B75MA-P33 series (MS-7808 v2.x) Micro-ATX mainboard. These series are designed based on Intel® B75 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1155 processor, these series deliver a high performance and professional desktop platform solution. Layout CPUFAN Top: mouse or keyboard Bottom:USB ports JPWR2 JUSB_PW2 SYSFAN1 Top: LAN Jack Bottom: USB2.0 ports DIMM1 DIMM2 USB3.0 ports JUSB3 T:Line-In M:Line- Out B:MIC JPWR1 Top: Parallel port Bottom: DVI port VGA port SYSFAN2 JBAT1 PCI_E1 BATT

SPECIFICATIONS Processor Support ■ Support 3rd Gen Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors for LGA 1155 socket Chipset ■ Intel® B75 chipset Memory Support ■ 2x DIMMs support for DDR3-1066/1333/1600/1800*/2000*/2200*/2400* MHz(OC, 22nm CPU required) up to 16GB ■ Supports Dual-Channel mode LAN ■ Supports LAN 10/ 100/ 1000 by Realtek® 8111E Audio ■ Chip integrated by Realtek® ALC887 ■ Supports 8-channels audio out ■ Compliant with Azalia 1.0 Spec SATA ■ 1x SATA 6Gb/s port (SATA1) by Intel® B75 ■ 3x SATA 3Gb/s ports (SATA2~4) by Intel® B75 Connectors ■ Back panel ‑ 1x PS/2 mouse/ keyboard port ‑ 4x USB 2.0 ports ‑ 2x USB 3.0 ports ‑ 1x LAN jack ‑ 1x Parallel port ‑ 1x DVI-D port*, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 ‑ 1x VGA port*, supporting a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 ‑ 3x flexible audio jacks** *(The DVI-D & VGA ports only work with Integrated Graphics Processor.) **(To reach the 8-channel sound effect, the 7th and 8th channels must be outputted from front panel.)

MS-7808 ■ On-Board Connectors ‑ 2x USB 2.0 connectors ‑ 1x USB 3.0 connector ‑ 1x Front Panel Audio connector ‑ 1x Serial Port connector ‑ 1x TPM connector ‑ 1x Chassis Intrusion connector ‑ 2x USB Power jumpers Slots ■ 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot ■ 1x PCIe 2.0 x1 slot ■ 1x PCI slot Form Factor ■ Micro-ATX (24.4 cm X 19.0 cm) Mounting Screw Hole ■ 6 mounting holes For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support/ For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report/ If you need to purchase accessories and request the part numbers, you could search the product web page and find details on our web address below http://www.msi.com/index.php

REAR PANEL The rear panel provides the following connectors: PS/2 mouse/ LAN keyboard Parallel Port USB 3.0 ports Line-In Line-Out MIC DVI-D port USB 2.0 ports VGA port Important

• To reach the 8-channel sound effect, the 7th and 8th channels must be output from front panel.
• The DVI-D & VGA ports only work with Integrated Graphics Processor. HARDWARE SETUP CPU & Cooler Installation for LGA1155 When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU cooler. A CPU cooler is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and CPU cooler installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the mainboard. Introduction to the LGA 1155 CPU The surface of the LGA 1155 CPU has two alignment keys and a yellow triangle to assist in correctly lining up the CPU for mainboard placement. The yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator. Alignment Key Alignment Key Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator

MS-7808 Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly.

Unhook and lift the loading lever to the fully open position.

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.

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 CPU socket to ensure a correct fit.

Close the loading plate and remove the plastic protective cap.

Inspect the CPU to check if it is properly seated in the socket. Press the loading lever down and lock it under the retention tab.

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.

Locate the CPU fan connector on the mainboard.

Place the heatsink on the mainboard with the fan’s wires facing towards the fan connector and the hooks matching the holes on the mainboard.

Push down on the heatsink until the four clips get wedged into the holes on the mainboard. Press the four hooks down to fasten the cooler. As each hook locks into position a click should be heard.

0. Inspect the mainboard to ensure that the clip-ends

have been properly locked in place. . Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the mainboard. Important

• Do not touch the CPU socket pins.
• Confirm that the CPU cooler has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting your system.
• Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering the socket with the plastic cap.
• Please refer to the documentation in the CPU cooler package for more details about CPU cooler installation.

Mounting Screw Holes When installing the mainboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for a 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.

MS-7808 Installing Memory Modules . 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.

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. Volt Notch Important

• To ensure system stability, memory modules must be of the same type and density in Dual-Channel mode.
• Due to the hardware limitation, you should follow the installing procedures: first memory modules, then graphics card. While uninstalling, remove graphics card first if necessary.

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.

JPWR2: ATX 4-Pin Power Connector This connector provides 12V power to the CPU.

Important Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the mainboard. CPUFAN, SYSFAN1, SYSFAN2: 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. CPUFAN SYSFAN2

SYSFAN1 MS-7808 SATA1~4: SATA Connector This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one Serial ATA device. Serial ATA devices include hard disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray). SATA1 (6Gb/s) SATA4 (3Gb/s) SATA2 (3Gb/s) SATA3 (3Gb/s) Important

• Please do not fold the SATA 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. JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors These connectors are for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide.

JFP1 JUSB1, JUSB2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HD s, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others. C un + .N o 1 0 r B 11 .G 8 US B . S 6 .U C 4 VC

JUSB3: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector The USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbits/s (SuperSpeed).

• 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. 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.

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.

MS-7808 JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector connects to a optional TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.

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.

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 jumper to clear the CMOS RAM. 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.

JUSB_PW1/ JUSB_PW2: USB power Jumpers These jumpers allow you to enable/ disable the “Wakeup from S3/S4/S5 by USB and PS/2 device” function.

JUSB_PW2 Disabled Enabled Important If you set the jumper to Enabled, the power supply must be able to provide at least 2A currents.

MS-7808 PCIe Slot The PCIs slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot PCI Slot The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, 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: Order Slot PCI 1

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.

BIOS Setup 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 <DEL> 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 <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Delete> 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. Language Temperature monitor Mode selection System information Boot menu Boot device priority bar BIOS menu selection 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.

MS-7808 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 overclock. 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. High priority Low priority Click and draw the icon to left or right to specify the boot priority.

• 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 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 Ratio in OS Enable this item to allow CPU ratio changes in the OS by using MSI Control Center. EIST Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the performance level of the microprocessor whether the computer is running on battery or AC power. This field only appears with installed CPUs that support this technology.

MS-7808 Intel Turbo Boost Enables or disables Intel Turbo Boost which automatically boosts CPU performance above rated specifications (when applications requests the highest performance state of the processor). 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. My OC Genie GT Overclocking This item allows you to enable/ disable the overclocking of integrated graphics for OC Genie function. My OC Genie GT Ratio This item allows you to specific the GT ratio for OC Genie function. Adjusted My OC Genie GT Ratio It shows the iGPU frequency when OC Genie is started. Read-only. DRAM Reference Clock This item allows you to specific the DRAM Reference Clock for CPU. Please note the overclocking behavior is not guaranteed. 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. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P) This item is used to enable/disable the Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP). For further information please refer to Intel’s official website. 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 <Enter> 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 precharge. 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 <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. And you can set the advanced memory timing for each channel.

MS-7808 GT OverClocking This item allows you to enable/ disable the overclocking of integrated graphics. GT Ratio This setting controls the ratio of integrated graphics frequency to enable the integrated graphics to run at different frequency combinations. Adjusted GT Frequency It shows the iGPU frequency. Read-only. 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. DRAM Voltage This item is used to adjust the voltage of Memory. Current DRAM Voltage These items show current DRAM voltage. Read-only. Overclocking Profiles Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Press <Enter> 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 <Enter> 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 <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. CPU Technology Support Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu shows the installed CPU technologies. Read only. MEMORY-Z Press <Enter> 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 <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. DIMM1~2 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. The technology treats the two cores inside the processor as two logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. If you disable the function, the processor will use only one core to execute the instructions. Please disable this item if your operating system doesn’t support HT Function, or unreliability and instability may occur. Active Processor Cores This item allows you to select the number of active processor cores. Limit CPUID Maximum It is designed to limit the listed speed of the processor to older operating systems. Execute Disable Bit Can prevent certain classes of malicious “buffer overflow” attacks where worms can try to execute code to damage your system. It is recommended you keep this enabled always. Intel Virtualization Tech Enhances virtualization and allows the system to act as multiple virtual systems. See Intel’s official website for more information. Intel VT-D Tech This item is used to enable/disable the Intel VT-D technology. For further information please refer to Intel’s official website. Power Technology This item allows you to select the Intel Dynamic Power technology mode.

MS-7808 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-state is a power management state that detects when the system is idle and lowers power consumption accordingly. Package C State limit This field allows you to select a C-state mode. Long Duration Power Limit (W) This field allows you to adjust the TDP power limit for the long duration. Long Duration Maintained (S) This field allows you to adjust the maintaining time for long duration power limit. Short Duration Power Limit (W) This field allows you to adjust the TDP power limit for the short duration. Primary/ Secondary Plane Current Limit (A) These fields allow you to adjust over current limit of CPU (primary plane)/ iGPU (secondary plane) for turbo ratio. Primary/ Secondary Plane Turbo Power Limit (W) These fields allow you to adjust the turbo power limit of CPU (primary plane)/ iGPU (secondary plane) for turbo boost.

Save & Exit Go to SETTINGS and click Save & Exit item. 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.

MS-7808 Install Windows XP Notes This section 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.

Refer to BIOS SETUP chapter to access BIOS.

Go to SETTINGS → Integrated Peripherals → SATA Mode.

Go to SETTINGS → Save & Exit → Save changes and reboot.

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 a Intel AHCI Driver Disc Please follow the instruction below to make an “Intel® AHCI Driver” for yourself.

Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive.

Click the “Browse CD” on the Setup screen.

The driver diskette is done.

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 party SCSI or RAID driver....”, press “F6” key.

Insert the floppy disk containing the AHCI drivers into the floppy disk drive.

When the next screen appears, press the “S” key to specify an additional device.

From the provided list, select the Intel(R) 7 Series SATA AHCI Controller.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. MS-7808

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