MSI H370 GAMING PLUS User Manual

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Motherboard User
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MSI H370 GAMING PLUS Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	H370 GAMING PLUS
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

Quick Start

Preparing Tools and Components

Installing a Processor

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU onto the motherboard.

Installing DDR4 Memory

Instructions for correctly inserting DDR4 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Guide on how to mount the motherboard inside the computer chassis.

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Procedure for installing a PCIe graphics card into the expansion slot.

Connecting the Power Connectors

Details on connecting ATX and CPU power supply cables to the motherboard.

Specifications

Core System Specifications

Graphics, Storage, and RAID

Rear I/O Panel

Overview of Components

CPU Socket and DIMM Slots

Details on the CPU socket installation and memory module placement.

Expansion and Storage Interfaces

Information on PCIe slots, M.2 slots, and SATA connectors.

Power and Front Panel Connectors

BIOS Setup

Accessing and Updating BIOS

Methods to enter BIOS setup and update the BIOS firmware.

BIOS Modes and Interface Overview

System Configuration Settings

Boot, Security, and Save Options

Overclocking and BIOS Utilities

Guides on overclocking settings, M-FLASH, OC PROFILE, and Hardware Monitor.

Software Description

Installing Windows, Drivers, and Utilities

Steps for installing the operating system, drivers, and support utilities.

APP MANAGER and LIVE UPDATE 6

System Monitoring and Control

Gaming and Performance Tuning

RAID and Storage Utilities

RAID Configuration

RAID Levels and Intel RST

Creating and Managing RAID Volumes

Steps for creating, removing, and resetting RAID volumes.

Handling Degraded or Failed RAID Arrays

Procedures for dealing with degraded RAID arrays and failed hard drives.

Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration

System Requirements and Installation

Requirements and steps for installing Intel® Optane™ memory.

Removing and Troubleshooting Optane Memory

Troubleshooting

Power and Boot Issues

Common System Problems