MSI MAG A520M VECTOR WIFI - User Manual

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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MAG B550M VECTOR WIFI/ MAG A520M VECTOR
WIFI/ MAG A520M VECTOR WIFI II 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
CPU Fan
AMD
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AM4 CPU

MSI MAG A520M VECTOR WIFI Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	MAG A520M VECTOR WIFI
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for handling computer components and preventing damage.

Installing a Processor

Processor Installation Steps

Details the physical process of installing the CPU onto the motherboard.

Installing DDR4 Memory

DDR4 Memory Module Installation

Explains how to correctly insert DDR4 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Connecting Front Panel Headers

Front Panel Connector Pinouts

Installing the Motherboard

Motherboard Mounting and Securing

Describes how to physically place and screw the motherboard into the computer case.

Connecting Power Connectors

ATX and CPU Power Connections

Illustrates connecting the main ATX power and CPU power cables to the motherboard.

Installing SATA Drives

SATA Drive Installation and Connection

Installing a Graphics Card

Graphics Card Installation Steps

Explains how to insert and secure a graphics card into the PCIe slot.

Powering On the System

Initial Power-On Procedure

Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities

Operating System and Driver Installation

Covers installing Windows, necessary drivers, and system utilities.

Processor Socket and CPU Installation

AM4 CPU Installation Guidelines

Provides crucial advice for installing the AM4 CPU and heatsink correctly.

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

Memory Module Installation Recommendations

Describes the correct way to insert memory modules into DIMM slots.

PCIe Expansion Slots

PCIe Slot Specifications and Usage

M.2 Slot Installation

M.2 Module Installation Steps

Front Panel Connectors (JFP1, JFP2)

Power Connectors (ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1)

ATX and CPU Power Connector Pinouts

Shows pin assignments for the main ATX power and CPU power connectors.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector (JUSB3)

Fan Connectors (CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1)

Fan Connector Modes and Pin Definitions

Clear CMOS Jumper (JBAT1)

Resetting BIOS Defaults via Jumper

Installing Operating System and Software

Windows 10 and Driver Installation

Covers installing Windows 10, necessary drivers, and system utilities.

UEFI BIOS Overview

UEFI BIOS Advantages and Incompatibilities

BIOS Setup and Navigation

Entering BIOS and Function Key Guide

Explains how to enter BIOS and lists the functions of various keys.

Resetting and Updating BIOS

BIOS Reset and M-FLASH Update

Details how to reset BIOS and use the M-FLASH utility for updates.

Updating BIOS via MSI Dragon Center

Dragon Center Live Update for BIOS

Advanced Mode BIOS Configuration

Advanced Mode Navigation and Menus

BIOS SETTINGS Menu

OC Menu for Overclocking

Overclocking Settings and CPU Ratio

Details options for CPU ratio and overclocking explore modes.

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

Using M-FLASH for BIOS Updates

Hardware Monitor Menu

Fan Speed Control and System Monitoring

AMD RAID Configuration

RAID Levels and Utility Entry

Explains RAID levels and how to access the RAID configuration utility.

Initializing Disks for RAID

Disk Initialization Procedure

Creating RAID Arrays

RAID Array Creation Steps

Explains how to select RAID levels and physical disks to create an array.

Deleting RAID Arrays

RAID Array Deletion Procedure

Installing RAID Drivers and Software

RAID Driver and RAIDXpert2 Suite Installation

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power, Signal, and Boot Issues

Covers troubleshooting for power, no signal, and boot problems.