MSI Z97 Gaming 3 Manual
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Jumpers
JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper
There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery locate\
d on the
motherboard to save system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can
automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is tur\
ned on. If you
want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM.
Keep DataClear Data
11
Important
You can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is off.
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Jumpers
JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper
There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery locate\
d on the
motherboard to save system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can
automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is tur\
ned on. If you
want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM.
Keep DataClear Data
11
Important
You can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is off.
Afterwards, open the...")
1-27 Jumpers JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery locate\ d on the motherboard to save system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is tur\ ned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM. Keep DataClear Data 11 Important You can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is off. Afterwards, open the...
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Switch
AUD_SW1: Audio Power Switch
This switch specifies the power mode for back panel audio ports.
Direct Power modeOnboard Power mode
(Default)
Important
• Before switching to "Direct Power mode", please make sure the "Direct Au\
dio Power Connector” (AUDPWR1) has been connected to the power supply.
• Do not use the audio power switch while the system is on because it will\
damage the motherboard.
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Switch
AUD_SW1: Audio Power Switch
This switch specifies the power mode for back panel audio ports.
Direct Power modeOnboard Power mode
(Default)
Important
• Before switching to \"Direct Power mode\", please make sure the \"Direct Au\
dio Power Connector” (AUDPWR1) has been connected to the power supply.
• Do not use the audio power switch while the system is on because it will\
damage the motherboard.
Chapter 1
Getting Started")
1-28 Switch AUD_SW1: Audio Power Switch This switch specifies the power mode for back panel audio ports. Direct Power modeOnboard Power mode (Default) Important • Before switching to "Direct Power mode", please make sure the "Direct Au\ dio Power Connector” (AUDPWR1) has been connected to the power supply. • Do not use the audio power switch while the system is on because it will\ damage the motherboard. Chapter 1 Getting Started
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1-29 LED Status Indicators MSI LED LED Status Table The following table describes the status of LED indicators. LEDLED StatusDescription MSI OnDebug Chapter 1 Getting Started
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Drivers and Utilities
After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the
performance of the new computer you just built. MSI motherboard comes wi\
th a Driver
Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take
advantage of any special features we provide.
You can protect your computer from viruses by installing the bundled sec\
urity
program. The bundle also includes a variety of powerful and creative uti\
lities.
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Drivers and Utilities
After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the
performance of the new computer you just built. MSI motherboard comes wi\
th a Driver
Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take
advantage of any special features we provide.
You can protect your computer from viruses by installing the bundled sec\
urity
program. The bundle also includes a variety of powerful and creative uti\
lities.
Driver/...")
1-30 Drivers and Utilities After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the performance of the new computer you just built. MSI motherboard comes wi\ th a Driver Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide. You can protect your computer from viruses by installing the bundled sec\ urity program. The bundle also includes a variety of powerful and creative uti\ lities. Driver/...
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Chapter 2
Quick Installation
This chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your
computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations.
Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or\
tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code.
Important
The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from th\
e product you purchased.](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/53/93451/w300_d_1504098165-msi-z97-gaming-3-manual_d-44.png "Page 45
Chapter 2
Quick Installation
This chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your
computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations.
Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or\
tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code.
Important
The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from th\
e product you purchased.")
Chapter 2 Quick Installation This chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or\ tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code. Important The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from th\ e product you purchased.
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2-2 CPU Installation 12 34 56 http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI Chapter 2 Quick Installation
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2-4 Memory Installation 1 2 3 http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Chapter 2 Quick Installation
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2-5 Motherboard Installation 1 2 Chapter 2 Quick Installation
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