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MSI H97 GAMING 3 - User Manual

MSI H97 GAMING 3
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Z97 GAMING 3
H97 GAMING 3
B85 GAMING 3
Motherboard
G52-79181X1
Preface

Table of Contents

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MSI H97 GAMING 3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel H97
Form FactorATX
SocketLGA 1150
Memory Slots4 x DIMM
Maximum Memory32GB
PCIe Slots2 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1
Storage Interface6 x SATA 6Gb/s
USB Ports6 x USB 3.0, 8 x USB 2.0
AudioRealtek ALC1150
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Multi-GPU SupportAMD CrossFire
Memory StandardDDR3
LANKiller E2205
PCI Slots3 x PCI

Summary

Preface

Safety Instructions

Important safety precautions to follow when using the equipment.

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Assembly Precautions

Important precautions for assembling the computer system.

Motherboard Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard.

Connectors Quick Guide

Visual guide to motherboard connectors.

Connectors Reference Guide

Reference table for motherboard connectors, their types, and page numbers.

Back Panel Quick Guide

Guide to identifying and using back panel connectors.

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

Section dedicated to the CPU and its installation.

CPU & Heatsink Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and its heatsink.

Memory

Section on installing memory modules.

Power Supply

Section on connecting the power supply unit.

Expansion Slots

Information on PCIe and PCI expansion slots.

Video; Graphics Cards

Information on installing video and graphics cards.

Internal Connectors

Guide to internal motherboard connectors.

Drivers and Utilities

Information on installing drivers and utilities.

Driver; Utilities Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing drivers and utilities.

Chapter 2 Quick Installation

CPU Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU.

Memory Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing memory modules.

Motherboard Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the motherboard into the case.

Power Connectors Installation

Steps for connecting power supply connectors.

SATA HDD Installation

Steps for installing SATA hard drives.

M.2 module Installation

Steps for installing an M.2 module.

Front Panel Connector Installation

Guide for installing front panel connectors.

Peripheral Connector Installation

Guide for installing peripheral connectors.

Graphics Card Installation

Steps for installing a graphics card.

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

Entering Setup

How to access the BIOS setup utility.

Entering BIOS Setup

Procedure to enter the BIOS setup.

BIOS Overview

Overview of the BIOS interface and its main sections.

Operation

Explains BIOS control using hotkeys and mouse.

Updating BIOS

Section on updating the BIOS.

Updating the BIOS with M-FLASH

Guide to updating BIOS using M-FLASH utility.

Advanced

Advanced BIOS settings for PCI, PCH, PEG, ACPI, and peripherals.

Boot

Sets the sequence of system boot devices.

Security

Settings for administrator and user passwords.

OC Settings Overview

Overview of overclocking modes and basic settings.

CPU Overclocking Configuration

Detailed settings for CPU ratio, base clock, and voltage.

DRAM and Voltage Settings

Configuration for DRAM and CPU voltage settings.

HARDWARE MONITOR

Displays current temperatures, speeds, and voltages.

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