MSI H87-g41 Manual

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Power Supply
 Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors.
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. To connect the ATX 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 motherboard’s power connector.
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Expansion Slots
This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards.
PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots
The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card.
PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot
PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot
PCIe 2.0 x16 Slot
PCI1~2: PCI Expansion Slots
The PCI slot supports the PCI interface expansion card..
PCI Slot
 Important
When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power...

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Video/ Graphics Cards 
If available, this motherboard takes advantage of the CPU’s integrate graphics processor, but discrete video cards can be installed by way of the motherboard’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.
 Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to install a graphics card on PCIe x16 slot with butterfly...

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AMD CrossFire™ (Multi-GPU) Technology
AMD CrossFire™ is a multi-GPU performance gaming platform. By linking together two or more discrete GPUs, CrossFire™ can significant improve system graphics performance. It allows the ability to scale a system’s graphics power as needed, making it the most scalable gaming platform. This motherboard will automatically detect CrossFire™ technology and make changes in the BIOS as needed. Follow the instructions below to ensure a...

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Boot up the computer and install the drivers and software included in your video card package. For more information, please refer to the manual that came with your video card. 
After all of the hardware and software has been properly installed, reboot the system. After entering the operating system (OS), right click on the desktop and choose  the “Catalyst Control Center”. 
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The CrossFire™ setting must be enabled to allow CrossFire™ mode to operate. The follow screen...

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Internal Connectors
SATA1~6: SATA Connectors 
This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray).
 Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install SATA HDD.
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
SATA1
SATA4
SATA3SATA6
SATA5
SATA2
For Z87-G41 PC Mate/ H87-G41 PC Mate
- SATA1~6 (6Gb/s, by Intel® Z87/ H87)
For B85-G41 PC...

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CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors
The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboard 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 motherboard and will instead connect to the power supply directly. A system fan can be plugged into any available system fan...

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JFP1, JFP2: System 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 optional M-Connector to simplify installation. Plug all the wires from the computer case into the M-Connector and then plug the M-Connector into the motherboard.
 Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install front...

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JUSB1~2: 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.
1.VCC
3.USB0-
10.N C
5.USB0+
7.Ground
9.No Pin
8.Ground
6.USB1+4.USB1-2.VCC
 Important
Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.
JUSB3: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector
The USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data...

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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.
2.CINTRU
1.Ground
JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector
This connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer...