MSI B760M PROJECT ZERO User Manual

B760M PROJECT ZERO
Motherboard
User Guide

MSI B760M PROJECT ZERO Specifications

General

Form Factor	Micro-ATX
Chipset	Intel B760
Socket	LGA 1700
Maximum Memory	128 GB
Audio	Realtek ALC897 Codec
RGB Support	Yes, Mystic Light
Memory Slots	4
PCIe Slots	1 x PCIe 5.0 x16
Storage Interfaces	2 x M.2 slots, 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB Ports	2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A, 2 x USB 2.0
LAN	Realtek RTL8125BG 2.5Gbps
Power Connectors	1 x 24-pin ATX

Summary

Case stand-off notification

Avoid collision notification

Warning about protective paint around screw holes to prevent scratches.

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR5 memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Connecting the Power Connectors

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Power On

Specifications

Special Features

Back Panel Connectors

Audio Jacks Connection

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

DIMM Slots

Memory module installation recommendation

Guidelines for optimal memory module installation for dual-channel mode.

PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots

M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M)

Installing M.2 module for M2_1 slot

Step-by-step guide for installing an M.2 SSD in the M2_1 slot.

Installing M.2 module for M2_2 slot

SATA_5~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C front panel Connector

JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors

PWM Mode pin definition

DC Mode pin definition

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

Resetting BIOS to default values

Step-by-step guide to reset BIOS settings to default using the jumper.

BAT1: CMOS Battery

Replacing CMOS battery

JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors

RGB LED Strip Connection

RGB LED Fan Connection

JARGB_V2_1~2: A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED connectors

Addressable RGB LED Strip Connection

Addressable RGB LED Fan Connection

EZ Debug LED

Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center

Installing Windows 11

Step-by-step instructions for installing the Windows 11 operating system.

Installing Drivers with MSI Driver Utility Installer

MSI Center

UEFI BIOS

How to check the BIOS mode?

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Guide on accessing the motherboard's BIOS setup utility from the boot menu.

Resetting BIOS

Updating BIOS

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH

Instructions for updating the motherboard's BIOS using the M-FLASH utility.

Updating the BIOS with MSI Center

Block Diagram

Technical Support