MSI B250 GAMING PRO CARBON User Manual

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Thank you for buying the MSI
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H270 GAMING PRO CARBON/ B250 GAMING PRO
CARBON motherboard. Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the
following items. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
SATA Cable x2
Drivers & Utilities
Disc
Motherboard User
Guide
I/O Shield
Motherboard
SATA Cable Labels
RGB LED Extension Cable
80cm x1
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MSI B250 GAMING PRO CARBON Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	B250 GAMING PRO CARBON
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

Safety Precautions

Details precautions for handling, storage, and installation to prevent damage.

Quick Start

Preparing Tools and Components

Installing a Processor

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU onto the motherboard.

Installing DDR4 Memory

Instructions for installing DDR4 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Guide for connecting the front panel connectors to the motherboard header.

Installing the Motherboard

Steps for physically mounting the motherboard inside the computer case.

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Guide on how to install a graphics card into the PCIe slot.

Connecting the Power Connectors

Details on connecting the main ATX and CPU power connectors.

Power On

Steps to power on the system after assembly.

Specifications

CPU, Chipset, and Memory Support

Storage and USB Interfaces

Audio, LAN, and Back Panel Connectors

Overview of Components

CPU Socket Installation

Explains the LGA 1151 CPU socket and installation guidance.

DIMM Slot Configuration

Information and recommendations for installing memory modules.

PCIe and M.2 Slot Usage

SATA Connectors and Combinations

Front Panel and Internal Headers

Power Connectors

Pinouts for ATX and CPU power connectors.

Front Audio, TPM, and CMOS

Onboard LEDs

EZ Debug LED Status

BIOS Setup

Entering and Resetting BIOS

Updating BIOS

Guides for updating BIOS using M-FLASH and Live Update 6.

Advanced Mode and Main Settings

Peripheral and System Configuration

Boot and Security Settings

Save & Exit and Overclocking

BIOS Update and OC Profile Management

Hardware Monitor

RAID Configuration (optional)

Intel Rapid Storage Technology (IRST)

Creating and Managing RAID Volumes

Step-by-step instructions for creating, removing, and handling RAID.

M.2 PCIe SSD RAID Setup

Guide to creating M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volumes using UEFI BIOS.

Troubleshooting

Power and Display Issues

Troubleshooting steps for power, display, and boot failures.