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MSI B460M PRO User Manual

MSI B460M PRO
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LAN Port LED Status Table ........................................................................................7
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CPU Socket .................................................................................................................9
DIMM Slots................................................................................................................10
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots ..............................................................................10
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors .......................................................................11
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ................................................................................11
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ...........................................................................12
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) .............................................................................................12
ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1: Power Connectors ...........................................................13
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors .................................................................................14
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connector .................................................................14
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: Fan Connectors .................................................................15
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ...............................................................................15
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ...........................................................................16
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector .................................................................................16
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ...............................................................17
JRAINBOW1: Addressable RGB LED connector ......................................................17
JRGB1: RGB LED connector .....................................................................................18
EZ Debug LED ...........................................................................................................18
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BIOS Setup ................................................................................................................20
Entering BIOS Setup .................................................................................................20
Resetting BIOS ..........................................................................................................20
Updating BIOS...........................................................................................................21
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Installing Windows
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Installing Drivers ......................................................................................................22
Installing Utilities .....................................................................................................22
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motherboard. This User Guide gives information about
board layout, component overview, BIOS setup and software
installation.

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MSI B460M PRO Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor socketLGA 1200 (Socket H5)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron G, Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9, Intel Pentium G
Maximum internal memory supported by processor64 GB
ECCNo
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots2
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Supported memory clock speeds2133, 2400, 2666, 2933 MHz
Supported memory module capacities1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Number of HDDs supported6
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, PCI Express, PCI Express 2.0, PCI Express 3.0, SATA III
DirectX version12.0
Maximum resolution4096 x 2160 pixels
Number of displays supported3
Parallel processing technology support-
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors0
USB connector typeUSB Type-A
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity4
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8111H
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Audio chipRealtek ALC892
Cooling typeActive
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntel B460
PC health monitoringCPU, FAN, LED, Power supply, Temperature, Voltage
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 x64
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
BIOS memory size128 Mbit
Cables includedSATA
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth236 mm
Width192 mm

Summary

Safety Information

Specifications

CPU, Chipset & Memory

Details processor, chipset, and memory specifications including DDR4 support and XMP.

Expansion Slots, Graphics, Audio & LAN

Information on PCIe expansion slots, onboard graphics, audio codec, and Gigabit LAN controller.

Rear I/O Panel

LAN Port LED Status Table

Explains the Link/Activity LED and Speed LED status indicators for the LAN port.

Audio 7.1-channel Configuration

Guide to configuring 7.1-channel audio by connecting front audio I/O modules and using the Realtek HD Audio Manager.

Overview of Components

UEFI BIOS

UEFI Advantages

Highlights the benefits of UEFI BIOS, including faster booting, support for larger partitions, and enhanced security features.

Incompatible UEFI Cases

Identifies scenarios where UEFI may not be compatible, such as with 32-bit operating systems or older graphics cards without GOP support.

Checking BIOS Mode

Provides instructions on how to check the current BIOS mode (UEFI or CSM) from within the BIOS setup screen.

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Instructions on how to access the BIOS setup menu during system boot using the Delete or F11 keys.

Resetting BIOS

Methods for resetting BIOS settings to default values, including using the Load Optimized Defaults function and the Clear CMOS jumper.

Updating BIOS

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH

Step-by-step guide to updating the BIOS using the M-FLASH utility via a USB flash drive.

Updating BIOS with Dragon Center

Instructions for updating the BIOS using the MSI Dragon Center software, which scans and downloads the latest BIOS.

Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities

Installing Windows 10

Detailed steps for installing the Windows 10 operating system, including boot menu selection and initial setup.

Installing Drivers

Guide to installing essential system drivers from the included MSI Driver Disc for optimal hardware performance.

Installing Utilities

Steps for installing additional system utilities from the MSI Driver Disc after driver installation is complete.

Regulatory Notices

FCC Compliance Statement

Statement regarding the equipment's compliance with FCC Rules for digital devices and protection against harmful interference.

CE Conformity

Information on CE marking compliance with EU Directives for electrical and electronic equipment.

Battery Information

Guidance on battery disposal and recycling in the European Union and special handling in California, USA.

Chemical Substances Information

Information on chemical substances in products, as per EU REACH Regulation.

WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement

Environmental Policy

Technical Support

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