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Product Type Motherboard
Brand MSI
Model B75MA-E31
Processor Socket LGA1155
Chipset Intel B75 Express
Form Factor Micro-ATX
Supported RAM Memory DDR3 1066/1333/1600 MHz
Number of Memory Slots 2 (max 16 GB)
PCIe Expansion Slots 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 2.0 x1
SATA Ports 1 x SATA 6 Gb/s, 5 x SATA 3 Gb/s
USB Ports 2 x USB 3.0 (rear), 8 x USB 2.0 (4 rear, 4 internal)
Power Connector ATX 24-pin, CPU 4-pin
Integrated Graphics Via processor (VGA, DVI-D outputs)
Audio Realtek ALC887, 6-channel
Network Realtek RTL8111E, Gigabit Ethernet
Dimensions 244 mm x 183 mm
Supported Operating Systems Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10

Frequently Asked Questions - B75MA-E31 MSI

Which processor can I use with the MSI B75MA-E31?
This motherboard supports Intel Core i7, i5, i3, Pentium, and Celeron processors of the second and third generation (Sandy Bridge and Ivy Bridge) with LGA1155 socket.
What is the maximum supported RAM memory?
The motherboard supports up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory in two sticks, at frequencies 1066, 1333, or 1600 MHz.
Does the motherboard have USB 3.0 ports?
Yes, it has two USB 3.0 ports on the rear I/O panel.
What is the form factor of the B75MA-E31?
It is a Micro-ATX motherboard, measuring 244 mm x 183 mm.
Does the motherboard support RAID?
The Intel B75 chipset does not support RAID. Only AHCI mode is available for hard drives.
How to update the BIOS of the MSI B75MA-E31?
Download the latest BIOS version from the MSI website, copy it to a FAT32 USB drive, then use the M-Flash utility integrated in the BIOS.
Where can I find the drivers for this motherboard?
Drivers are available on the official MSI website, in the support section of the B75MA-E31 product, or on the CD included with the motherboard.
Is the motherboard compatible with Windows 10?
Yes, MSI provides drivers for Windows 10, but it is recommended to download the latest drivers from the official website.
Can I install a dedicated graphics card?
Yes, the motherboard has a PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for a graphics card.
What to do if the motherboard does not start?
Check the power connections, RAM and processor compatibility. Reset the BIOS by removing the CMOS battery for a few minutes.

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USER MANUAL B75MA-E31 MSI

The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.

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REVISION HISTORY

RevisionRevision HistoryDate
V2.0First release for PCB 2.x2013/01

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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^ (140^) , 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.

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Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com/service/download/

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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'INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.

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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

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:

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廢電池請回收

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

California, USA:

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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/evmptrtt_pcm.html

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"

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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.

DEUTSCH

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.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Processor Support

  • Support 3^rd Gen Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors for LGA 1155 socket

Chipset

Intel® B75 chipset

Memory Support

2x DIMMSupport 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 Realtek8111E

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.)

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

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For the latest information about CPU, please visit

http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support/

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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

The rear panel provides the following connectors:

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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.

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Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly.

  1. Unhook and lift the loading lever to the fully open position.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Close the loading plate and remove the plastic protective cap.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Locate the CPU fan connector on the mainboard.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. Inspect the mainboard to ensure that the clip-ends have been properly locked in place.
  11. Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the mainboard.

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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.

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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.

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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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:ATX24-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.

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JPWR2:ATX4-Pin Power Connector

This connector provides 12V power to the CPU.

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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.

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CPUFAN

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SYSFAN1

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SYSFAN2

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).

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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.

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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.

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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).

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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.

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.

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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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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.

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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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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.

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Keep Data

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Clear Data

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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_PWM1/JUSB_PWM2: USB power Jumpers

These jumpers allow you to enable/ disable the "Wakeup from S3/S4/S5 by USB and PS/2 device" function.

JUSB_PWM1

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JUSB_PWM2

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IMPORTANT

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

PCIe Slot

The PCs slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card.

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PCI Slot

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

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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 Slot1234
PCI 1INT E#INT F#INT G#INT H#

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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.

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.

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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.

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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 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.

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.

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

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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 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.

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 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 specify 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 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.

fWR

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.

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.

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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 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 overlapping 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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

  1. Refer to BIOS SETUP chapter to access BIOS.
  2. Go to SETTINGS Integrated Peripherals SATA Mode.

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  1. Set the SATA Mode 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 a Intel AHCI Driver Disc

Please follow the instruction below to make an "Intel® 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 \\Storage\Intel\PCH7\6ffly-x86 or \(ffly-x64 to a formatted floppy diskette.
  4. The driver diskette is done.

MSI B75MA-E31 - Creating a Intel AHCI Driver Disc - 1

IMPORTANT

You can download the driver from
http://download3.msi.com/files/downloads/dvrexe/intel7x_RST_floppy_mb.zip

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 Intel(R) 7 Series SATA AHCI Controller.
  7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

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Current CPU / DRAM Frequency

Adjusted CPU Frequency

調整たCPU周波数表示し。

Adjust CPU Ratio in OS

Adjusted DRAM Frequency

Advanced Channel 1/2 Timing Configuration

Adjusted GT Frequency

iGPU周波数表示結束。請取專用結束。

Spread Spectrum

Current DRAM Voltage

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

它的項目內入力到名前付達。

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

OC Profile Save to USB

OC Profile Load from USB

CPU Technology Support

Active Processor Cores

Intel Virtualization Tech

OverSpeed Protection

Package C State limit

Long Duration Maintained (S)

Short Duration Power Limit (W)

Primary/ Secondary Plane Current Limit (A)

Discard Changes and Exit

变更丶的設定值を保存せら终了しま。

Save Changes and Reboot

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