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MSI Creator TRX40 User Manual

MSI Creator TRX40
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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® Creator TRX40 motherboard. This Quick Start
section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some
of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch
it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by
scanning the QR code.
Preparing Tools and Components
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste
3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™
Threadripper™ Desktop
Processor
CPU Fan

Table of Contents

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MSI Creator TRX40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor socketSocket sTRX4
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor series3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™
Memory channelsQuad-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots8
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory256 GB
Supported memory clock speeds2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 2933, 3000, 3200, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3866, 4000, 4266, 4400, 4666 MHz
RAID levels0, 1, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, SATA III
Parallel processing technology support3-Way SLI, CrossFire, SLI
TPM connectorYes
USB 2.0 connectors-
Number of SATA II connectors0
Number of SATA III connectors6
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.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity4
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity5
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity1
Wi-FiNo
LAN controllerIntel® I211-AT
Ethernet interface type10 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Audio chipRealtek ALC1220
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetAMD TRX40
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorExtended ATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 x64
Number of M.2 (M) slots3
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width- mm

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Preparing Tools and Components

Lists essential tools and components required for computer assembly.

Safety Information and Precautions

Installing the CPU Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory Modules

Connecting Front Panel Headers

Motherboard Installation in Chassis

Connecting Power Supply Connectors

Installing SATA Storage Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Computer Power On Procedure

Rear I/O Panel Details

Overview of Motherboard Components

CPU Socket Installation Guide

DIMM Slots and Memory Configuration

PCIe Expansion Slots Usage

Power Connector Specifications

M.2 Slot Installation Procedure

M.2 XPANDER-AERO GEN4 Installation

SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

Front Panel Connector Pinouts

USB 2.0 Front Panel Headers

USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Header

USB 3.2 Gen1 Front Panel Headers

Front Panel Audio Connector

Fan Connector Types and Control

RGB LED Connector (JRGB1)

Addressable RGB LED Connectors (JRAINBOW)

CORSAIR RGB Connector (JCORSAIR1)

Onboard LED Indicators

EZ Debug LED Functionality

Explains the EZ Debug LEDs indicating CPU, DRAM, VGA, and Boot status.

Debug Code LED Diagnostics

Debug Code LED Tables: SEC Errors and PEI/DXE Progress

Debug Code LED Tables: DXE Errors and S3 Resume

Installing OS, Drivers, and Utilities

BIOS Setup Introduction

BIOS Reset and Update Procedures

Updating BIOS via Flash BIOS Button

EZ Mode BIOS Configuration

Advanced Mode BIOS Configuration

BIOS SETTINGS Menu Options

Advanced BIOS: PCIe and Integrated Peripherals

Advanced BIOS: Network, SATA, and USB Settings

Advanced BIOS: Power, OS, and Security Settings

BIOS Boot Sequence and Options

BIOS Security and Trusted Computing

BIOS Save and Exit Options

BIOS Overclocking (OC) Settings

BIOS OC: Memory and CPU Specifications

BIOS OC: CPU Features Configuration

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

BIOS OC Profile Management

Hardware Monitor and Fan Control

AMD RAID Configuration Guide

Initializing Disks for AMD RAID

Creating AMD RAID Arrays

Deleting AMD RAID Arrays

Installing RAID Drivers and Software

Troubleshooting System Issues

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