MSI Gaming 9 Ack Manual

							Back Panel Quick Guide
 ▶PS/2 Port
A PS/2® DIN connector is for a PS/2® mouse/keyboard.
 ▶Clear CMOS Button
There is CMOS RAM present on board that is powered by an external batter\
y to store 
system configuration data. Using CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into 
the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on. If you wish to c\
lear the system 
configuration, press the button to clear the data.
 ▶USB 2.0 Port
The USB 2.0 port is for attaching USB 2.0 devices such as keyboard, mous\
e, or other 
USB 2.0-compatible devices.
 ▶USB 3.0 Port
USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports da\
ta transfer 
rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed).
 ▶USB 3.1 Port
USB 3.1 port is backward-compatible with USB 3.0/ 2.0 devices. It suppor\
ts data 
transfer rate up to 10 Gb/s (SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps).
 Important
In order to use USB 3.0/ 3.1 devices, you must connect to a USB 3.0/ 3.1\
 port. If a  USB cable is used, it must be USB 3.0/ 3.1 compliant.
Optical S/PDIF-Out 
Line-In/ SS-Out
Line-OutRS-Out
CS-Out
USB 3.0 Port
Clear CMOS Button 
LAN PortPS/2 Port*
USB 2.0 Port*USB 3.0 Port
USB 3.1 PortUSB 3.0 Port
MIC
* Gaming Device Port
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							 ▶LAN Port
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (\
LAN). 
LINK/ACT LED SPEED
LED
LEDLED StatusDescription
Link/ Activity LED Off
No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data activity
Speed LED Off
10 Mbps connection
Green 100 Mbps connection
Orange 1 Gbps connection
 ▶Optical S/PDIF-Out
This S/PDIF (Sony & Philips Digital Interconnect Format) connector is provided for 
digital audio transmission to external speakers through an optical fiber cable.
 ▶Audio Ports
These connectors are used for audio devices. 
■ Line-In/ SS-Out: Line-In is used for connecting external audio outputtin\
g devic-
es. SS-Out is side surround line out in 7.1 channel mode.  
■Line out: Used as a connector for speakers or headphone.
■Mic: Used as a connector for a microphone.
■RS-Out: Rear surround sound line out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
■CS-Out: Center/ subwoofer line out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
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							CPU (Central Processing Unit)
 Important
OverheatingOverheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make su\
re the cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Be sure \
to apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the \
heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
Replacing the CPU
When replacing the CPU, always turn off the system’s power supply and unplug the power supply’s power cord to ensure the safety of the CPU.
Overclocking
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting \
to overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclock\
ing. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommend. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond pro\
duct specifications.
Introduction to the LGA2011-3 CPU
The surface of the 
LGA2011-3 CPU has four 
alignment keys and a 
yellow triangle to assist in 
correctly lining up the CPU 
for motherboard placement. 
The yellow triangle is the 
Pin 1 indicator.
Yellow triangle is the 
Pin 1 indicator
Alignment  Key
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							CPU & Heatsink Installation
When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU \
heatsink 
is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follo\
w the steps 
below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installatio\
n can damage 
both the CPU and the motherboard.
3.Open the load plate by pushing down on the hinge lever.
4.
Grasp the tab,  only it has risen away from the socket, open load plate to full open
position.
1.
Open hinge lever. You can identify the hinge lever as below shown, it with a
interlocking feature on the other end.
2.
Open active lever.
Active lever
Hinge lever
Interlock
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							7.Close the active lever with a smooth uniform motion and latch to the socket.
8.
Close the hinge lever with a smooth uniform motion and latch to the s
 ocket.
5.
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 l\
ine up
with the edges of the CPU socket to ensure a correct fit.
6.
Carefully close the load plate and remove the plastic protective cap.
Alignment Key
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							9.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.
10.
Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.
11.
Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the fan’s wires facing towards the fan
connector and the screws matching the holes on the socket.
12.
Using a screwdriver tighten the four captive screws (9 inch-pounds).
13.Finally, attach the CPU fan cable
to the CPU fan connector on the
motherboard.
Thermal paste
CPUFAN1
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							Memory
These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules.
DIMM1DIMM2DIMM3DIMM4
DIMM8DIMM7DIMM6DIMM5
Up to Quad-Channel mode
This motherboard supports up to four memory channels. Two DIMM slots pro\
vide a 
single channel. The memory modules can transmit and receive data with fo\
ur data bus 
channels simultaneously to enhance system performance. Please refer the \
following 
tables for more details.
Defined Channel list
ChannelDIMM Slot
Channel A DIMM1, DIMM2
Channel B DIMM3, DIMM4
Channel C DIMM5, DIMM6
Channel D DIMM7, DIMM8
 Important
•DDR4 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR3, and the DDR4standard is not backward compatible. Always install DDR4 memory modules \
in 
DDR4 DIMM slots.
•Always insert memory modules in the DIMM1 slot first.
•Due to chipset resource usage, the system will only detect up to 127+ GB\
 ofmemory (not full 128 GB) when all DIMM slots have 16GB memory modules
installed.
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							Suggestions for Multi-Channel mode population rule
Dual-Channel mode
Installed DIMMs 
(2 memory modules)Diagram
DIMM1, DIMM5
DIMM1DIMM2DIMM3DIMM4
DIMM8DIMM7DIMM6DIMM5
Triple-Channel mode
Installed DIMMs 
(3 memory modules)Diagram
DIMM1, DIMM3, DIMM5
DIMM1DIMM2DIMM3DIMM4
DIMM8DIMM7DIMM6DIMM5
Quad-Channel mode
Installed DIMMs 
(4 memory modules)Diagram
DIMM1, DIMM3, 
DIMM5, DIMM7
DIMM1DIMM2DIMM3DIMM4
DIMM8DIMM7DIMM6DIMM5
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							Quad-Channel mode
Installed DIMMs 
(6 memory modules)Diagram
DIMM1, DIMM2, DIMM3, 
DIMM5, DIMM6, DIMM7
DIMM1DIMM2DIMM3DIMM4
DIMM8DIMM7DIMM6DIMM5
Installed DIMMs 
(8 memory modules)Diagram
DIMM1, DIMM2, 
DIMM3, DIMM4,
DIMM5, DIMM6, 
DIMM7, DIMM8
DIMM1DIMM2DIMM3DIMM4
DIMM8DIMM7DIMM6DIMM5
 Important
To ensure system stability for Dual/ Triple/ Quad channel mode, memory m\
odules  must be of the same type, number and density. And for every channel, the\
 odd number DIMM slot must to be installed first.
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							Mounting Screw Holes
When installing the motherboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required 
for an motherboard 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 motherboard package. The I/O backplate shou\
ld 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 motherboard and s\
ecure the 
motherboard with the screws provided with your computer case. The locati\
ons of the 
screw holes on the motherboard are shown below.  For more information, p\
lease refer 
to the manual that came with the computer case.
 Important
•Install the motherboard on a flat surface free from unnecessary debris.
•To prevent damage to the motherboard, any contact between the motherboar\
dcircuitry and the computer case, except for the mounting stands, is proh\
ibited.
•Please make sure there are no loose metal components on the motherboard \
orwithin the computer case that may cause a short circuit of the motherboa\
rd.
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.
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