MSI B450 GAMING PLUS User Manual

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Quick Start
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste
Quick Start
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B450 GAMING PLUS motherboard. This Quick Start
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Preparing Tools and Components
AMD
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AM4 CPU
CPU Fan

MSI B450 GAMING PLUS Specifications

General

Chipset	AMD B450
Form Factor	ATX
Socket	AM4
Memory Slots	4 x DIMM
Max Memory	64GB
Audio	Realtek ALC892 Codec
LAN	Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 10
USB Ports	6 x USB 3.1 Gen1, 6 x USB 2.0
Storage Interface	6 x SATA 6Gb/s

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Preparing Tools and Components

Lists necessary tools and components for computer assembly.

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Connecting Power Connectors

Powering On the System

Safety Information

Specifications

Package Contents

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel

LAN Port LED Status and Audio Ports

Explanation of LAN port LEDs and audio port configurations.

Overview of Components

Processor Socket and DIMM Slots

Details on the CPU socket and DDR4 memory slot installation.

Expansion Slots (PCIe, M.2)

Information on PCIe slots and M.2 SSD installation.

Storage and Internal Connectors

Details on SATA connectors, front panel, power, and USB connectors.

Other Connectors (Fan, Serial, RGB)

Details on fan, serial, RGB LED, and debug LED connectors.

BIOS Setup Guide

Entering, Resetting, and Updating BIOS

Instructions for accessing, resetting, and updating BIOS via M-FLASH/FLASHBACK+.

BIOS EZ Mode and Advanced Mode

Overview of the basic EZ Mode and Advanced Mode interfaces.

BIOS System and Advanced Settings

Configuring system date/time, advanced features, and peripherals.

BIOS OS, Wake-up, Security, and Save/Exit

Settings for OS, wake-up, security, boot options, and saving/exiting BIOS.

Overclocking (OC) Settings

CPU and DRAM Overclocking Parameters

Adjusting CPU ratio, Performance Boost, DRAM frequency, and voltage.

Advanced CPU Features and Power Management

Settings for IOMMU, Spread Spectrum, Cool'n'Quiet, and power saving.

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

Hardware Monitor

Software Utilities Guide

Windows, Driver, and Utility Installation

Steps to install Windows 10, drivers, and essential utilities.

APP MANAGER and LIVE UPDATE 6

Manages MSI applications and performs automatic system updates.

COMMAND CENTER Software

Adjust system settings and monitor status from within the OS.

GAMING APP, Hotkey, Mouse Master

Optimize gaming performance via app, hotkeys, and mouse settings.

VR Ready, Voice Boost, X-BOOST

Optimize for VR, boost voice volume, and select performance modes.

MYSTIC LIGHT LED Control

Control LED lights on MSI products for synchronization and effects.

SMART TOOL, RAMDISK, Nahimic 3

Utilities for USB creation, RAM disk, and audio enhancement.

RAID Configuration

AMD RAID Controller BIOS Utility

Guide to configuring RAID arrays using the BIOS utility.

RAID Array Management (Init, Create, Delete)

Steps for initializing, creating, and deleting RAID arrays.

RAID Array Management (Swap, Spares, Options)

Manage array order, spares, controller options, and booting.

RAID Driver Installation and UEFI RAID

Install RAID drivers and create large RAID volumes via UEFI.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Display Troubleshooting

Resolving issues with system power and video output.

Boot, Audio, Network, USB Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting boot failures, audio, network, and USB device problems.

Regulatory Notices

WEEE Directive and Country Compliance

Details on EU WEEE Directive and country-specific regulatory compliance.

Hazardous Substances Content

Table detailing hazardous substance content in product components.