MSI Z97 Gaming 3 Manual

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 ▍CONTENTS
Preface ........................................................................\
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Copyright Notice .....................................................................................................\
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Trademarks .....................................................................................................\
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Revision History  .....................................................................................................\...

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CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors ....................................1-21
JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors ...................................................... 1-22
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors  .................................................1-23
JUSB3: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector  .......................................................1-23
JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector  .........................................................1-24
AUDPWR1: Direct Audio Power Connector...

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SETTINGS .....................................................................................................\
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System Status ................................................................................................ 3-8
Advanced  ....................................................................................................... 3-9
Boot ............................................................................................................. 3-15
Security...

Chapter 1
Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the Z97 GAMING 3/ H97 GAMING 3/ B85 GAMING 3 
Series (MS-7918 v1.X) ATX motherboard. The Z97 GAMING 3/ H97 GAMING 3/ B85 GAMING 3  Series motherboards are based on Intel® Z97/ H97/ B85 
chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1150 processor, the Z97 GAMING 3/ H97 GAMING 3/ B85 GAMING 3 
Series motherboards deliver a high performance and professional desktop \
platform solution. 

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Packing Contents
* 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 numbe\
rs, please 
visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dea\
ler.SATA Cable
Optional Accessories
M-Connector
Drivers & Utilities 
DiscMotherboardUser Guide I/O ShieldMotherboard
Chapter 1 
Getting Started  

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Assembly Precautions
 
■ The components included in this package are prone to damage from electro\
static 
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. 
 
■...

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Motherboard Specifications
CPU Support 
■ Z97 GAMING 3/ H97 GAMING 3
 
- Supports 4th and 5th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors, and 
Intel® Pentium® and Celeron® Processors for Socket LGA1150
 
■ B85 GAMING 3
 
- Supports 4th Generation Intel
® Core™ Processors, and Intel® 
Pentium® and Celeron® Processors for Socket LGA1150
Chipset  
■ Intel® Z97/ H97/ B85 Express Chipset
Memory Support  
■ 4x DDR3 memory slots supporting up to 32GB
 
■ Z97 GAMING 3 supports DDR3 3200(OC)/3100(OC)/ 3000(OC)/...

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Storage 
■ B85 GAMING 3
 
- Intel B85 Express Chipset
 
- 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports (SATA1~4)
 
- 2x SATA 3Gb/s ports (SATA5~6)
 
- Supports Intel
® Rapid Start Technology and Intel Smart Connect 
Technology*
* Supports Intel Core processors on Windows 7 and Windows 8/ 8.1
USB  
■ Z97 GAMING 3/ H97 GAMING 3
 
- Intel Z97/ H97 Express Chipset
 
- 6x USB 3.0 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available 
through the internal USB connectors)
 
- 6x USB 2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports...

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Internal Connectors 
■ 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
 
■ 1x Direct audio power connector
 
■ 1x Audio power switch
I/O Controller  
■ NUVOTON NCT6792 Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor  
■ CPU/System temperature detection
 
■ CPU/System fan speed detection
 
■ CPU/System fan speed control
BIOS Features  
■ 64 Mb flash (for Z97 GAMING 3)
 
■ 128 Mb flash (for H97 GAMING 3/ B85 GAMING 3)
 
■ UEFI AMI BIOS
 
■ ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.7, DMI 2.0
 
■ Multi-language
Special Features  
■ Audio Boost...