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MSI B360M MORTAR User Manual

MSI B360M MORTAR
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Thank you for buying the MSI
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B360M MORTAR motherboard. Check to make sure
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your dealer as soon as possible.
SATA Cable x2
Drivers & Utilities
Disc
Motherboard User
Guide
I/O Shield
Motherboard
M.2 Screw x2
Case Badge

Table of Contents

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MSI B360M MORTAR Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
ChipsetIntel B360
SocketLGA 1151
Memory Slots4
Max Memory64 GB
PCIe x1 Slots2
SATA Ports6
M.2 Slots2
AudioRealtek ALC892
USB Ports6 x USB 2.0
LANRealtek RTL8111H Gigabit LAN Controller
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10
PCIe x16 Slots2
Integrated GraphicsSupported with Intel CPU

Summary

Safety Information

Quick Start

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting the Power Connectors

Power On

Specifications

CPU

Details processor compatibility and specifications for the motherboard.

Memory

Describes memory support, type, speed, and capacity.

USB

Details USB port types, speeds, and connectivity.

Internal Connectors

Lists all internal connectors on the motherboard for various components.

Special Features

Storage

Highlights advanced storage features like Twin Turbo M.2 and Optane.

Performance

Outlines performance-enhancing features like CrossFire and DDR4 Boost.

Gamer Experience

Lists features tailored for gamers, like Hotkey and Mouse Control.

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel

Overview of Components

Fan Connectors

Details available fan headers and their specifications.

Power Connectors

Lists ATX and CPU power connector types.

CPU Socket

Information about the CPU socket type and compatibility.

DIMM Slots

Describes the RAM slots and their configurations.

Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

Explains the function and location of the CMOS reset jumper.

Front Panel Connectors

Details the front panel header pinout for buttons and LEDs.

USB 2.0 Connector

Information on USB 2.0 headers for front panel connections.

USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector

Details USB 3.1 Gen1 headers for front panel connections.

USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector

Information on USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C front panel header.

M.2 Slots (Key M)

Describes the M.2 slots and their compatibility.

PCIe Expansion Slots

Lists and describes the available PCIe slots.

SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

Details the SATA ports and their specifications.

CPU Socket

DIMM Slots

PCIe Expansion Slots

SATA Connectors

Front Panel Connectors

M.2 Slots

Power Connectors

USB 2.0 Connector

USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector

Fan Connectors

Clear CMOS Jumper

USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Methods for accessing the BIOS setup utility.

Resetting BIOS

Procedures to restore BIOS to default settings.

Updating BIOS

Steps for updating the motherboard BIOS.

EZ Mode

Overview of the basic BIOS interface and settings.

M-Flash

Details the BIOS update utility using a USB flash drive.

Advanced Mode

Overview of the advanced BIOS interface and settings.

SETTINGS

Section for configuring system parameters like date, time, and SATA/M.2 devices.

Integrated Peripherals

Manages onboard peripherals like LAN, USB, and audio.

MSI Fast Boot

Accelerates system boot time by disabling devices.

Secure Boot

Configures Windows secure boot for unauthorized access prevention.

Boot

Sets the sequence of system boot devices.

Administrator Password

Sets an administrator password for BIOS access.

OC (Overclocking)

CPU Ratio Apply Mode

Sets how CPU ratios are applied to cores.

X-Core Ratio Limit

Sets CPU ratios for different numbers of active cores.

Core X X of X xxxx MHz

Sets CPU ratios for different active core counts.

Intel Turbo Boost

Enables/disables Intel Turbo Boost for performance.

Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.)

Enables memory overclocking via XMP profiles.

DRAM Frequency

Sets the DRAM frequency for overclocking.

CPU Voltages Control

Controls CPU voltage settings.

DRAM Voltages Control

Controls memory voltage settings.

M-FLASH

OC Profile

Software Description

Installing Windows® 10

Guide to installing the Windows 10 operating system.

Installing Drivers

Steps to install necessary system drivers.

LIVE UPDATE 6

Application for scanning and downloading drivers, BIOS, and utilities.

COMMAND CENTER

Software for system adjustment and status monitoring.

CPU Fan Control

Manages CPU fan speed and modes.

CPU Voltage Control

Allows adjustment of CPU voltage settings.

DRAM Frequency & Voltage Control

Controls DRAM frequency and voltage.

GAMING APP

Software for gaming performance optimization.

Gaming Hotkey

Manages system control via user-defined hotkeys.

Mouse Master

Provides mouse macro and DPI adjustment functions.

X-BOOST

System performance booster.

DPC LATENCY TUNER

Optimizes PC settings for smooth playback and responsiveness.

MYSTIC LIGHT

Application to control LED lights of MSI products.

SMART TOOL

Utility for creating Windows installation USB drives.

GAMING LAN MANAGER

Manages network traffic for optimized gaming and downloads.

Configuring Bandwidth

Sets upload/download bandwidth limits for network traffic.

Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration

System Requirements

Lists prerequisites for installing Optane memory.

Installing the Intel® Optane™ Memory

Step-by-step guide for installing Optane memory.

Enabling Intel® Optane™ Memory

Steps to enable Optane memory via the application.

Removing the Intel® Optane™ Memory

Procedure to disable and remove Optane memory.

Troubleshooting

Lost BIOS Password

Solutions for forgotten BIOS administrator passwords.

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