MSI B450M PRO-M2 User Manual

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Contents
Safety Information ........................................................................................... 2
Specifications ...................................................................................................3
Package contents ............................................................................................6
Rear I/O Panel .................................................................................................7
LAN Port LED Status Table .................................................................................7
Overview of Components ................................................................................8
CPU Socket .........................................................................................................9
DIMM Slots ........................................................................................................10
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots ......................................................................10
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ...............................................................11
SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors....................................................................11
ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1: Power Connectors....................................................12
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) .....................................................................................12
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors .........................................................................13
JUSB3: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector .....................................................................13
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: Fan Connectors ..........................................................14
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector .......................................................................15
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ...................................................................15
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ......................................................................... 16
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector .........................................................................16
JLED1: LED strip connector .............................................................................16
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper .......................................................17
EZ Debug LED: Debug LED indicators ..............................................................17
BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................... 18
Entering BIOS Setup .........................................................................................18
Resetting BIOS ..................................................................................................19
Updating BIOS ...................................................................................................19
Software Description .....................................................................................20
Installing Windows
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Installing Drivers ..............................................................................................20
Installing Utilities ..............................................................................................20
Thank you for purchasing the MSI
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B450M PRO-M2 mother-
board. This User Guide gives information about board layout,
component overview, BIOS setup and software installation.

MSI B450M PRO-M2 Specifications

General

Form Factor	Micro ATX
Chipset	AMD B450
Socket	AM4
Memory Slots	2
Maximum Memory	32 GB
Memory Type	DDR4
PCIe Slots	1 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 2.0 x1
Audio	Realtek ALC887
LAN	Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN
Memory Speed	3466(OC) MHz
Storage Interface	4 x SATA 6Gb/s, 1 x M.2
USB Ports	6 x USB 3.1 Gen1, 6 x USB 2.0

Summary

Safety Information

Specifications

CPU, Chipset, and Memory Specifications

Details CPU, Chipset, and Memory specifications.

Expansion Slots and Graphics Specifications

Details PCIe expansion slots and onboard graphics.

Storage and Connectivity Specifications

Details storage options and connectivity.

Audio, LAN, and USB Specifications

Details audio, LAN, and USB port specifications.

Back Panel and Internal Connectors

Lists and describes back panel and internal connectors.

I/O Controller and Hardware Monitoring

Identifies I/O controller and hardware monitoring features.

Form Factor and BIOS Features

Specifies form factor and lists BIOS features.

Bundled Software

Lists bundled software utilities and drivers.

Package Contents

Rear I/O Panel

LAN Port LED Status Table

Explains the status indicators for the LAN port.

Audio 7.1-channel Configuration

Steps to configure 7.1-channel audio output.

Overview of Components

CPU Socket Installation

Explains how to install a CPU into the socket.

DIMM Slot Memory Installation

Details the installation of memory modules into DIMM slots.

PCIe Expansion Slots

Describes the specifications and installation of PCIe expansion slots.

Front Panel Connectors

Explains the front panel connectors for switches and LEDs.

SATA Connectors

Details the SATA connectors for connecting storage devices.

Power Connectors

Explains the ATX and CPU power connectors for the PSU.

M.2 Slot Installation

Details the installation of an M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot.

USB 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors

Explains front panel USB 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors.

Fan Connectors and Settings

Explains CPU and system fan connectors and mode settings.

TPM and Chassis Intrusion Connectors

Details TPM and chassis intrusion connectors.

Front Audio, Serial, and LED Connectors

Details front audio, serial, and LED strip connectors.

Clear CMOS and Debug LED Indicators

Explains Clear CMOS jumper and debug LED indicators.

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Instructions on how to access the BIOS setup menu.

Resetting BIOS

Methods to restore BIOS settings to default values.

Updating BIOS

Procedures for updating the motherboard BIOS.

Software Description

Installing Windows 10

Steps for installing the Windows 10 operating system.

Installing Drivers

Guide to installing essential hardware drivers.

Installing Utilities

Instructions for installing bundled software utilities.

Regulatory Notices

FCC Compliance Statement

Details FCC compliance for digital devices.

CE Conformity

Declares compliance with European Union safety requirements.

C-Tick Compliance

Indicates compliance with Australian EMC standards.

WEEE Statement

Information on the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment.

India RoHS

Compliance statement regarding hazardous substances in India.

Environmental Policy

MSI's commitment to environmental protection and recycling.

Technical Support

Technical Support Resources

Provides resources for troubleshooting and further guidance.

Copyright and Trademarks

Legal information regarding copyright and MSI trademarks.