MSI MAG B460 TOMAHAWK - User Manual

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Quick Start
Chassis
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MAG B460 TOMAHAWK 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
Intel® LGA 1200 CPU
CPU Fan
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste

MSI MAG B460 TOMAHAWK Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	MAG B460 TOMAHAWK
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Preparing Tools and Components

Safety Information

Essential safety precautions to prevent damage and ensure safe handling.

Installing a Processor

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

Installing DDR4 memory

Instructions for properly inserting DDR4 RAM modules into slots.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Guide to connecting front panel case switches and LEDs to the motherboard.

Installing the Motherboard

Procedure for mounting the motherboard inside the computer case.

Connecting the Power Connectors

How to connect ATX and CPU power supply cables to the motherboard.

Installing SATA Drives

Steps for installing SATA hard drives and optical drives.

Installing a Graphics Card

Guide for inserting a graphics card into a PCIe slot.

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Powering On the System

Final steps to power on the assembled computer.

BIOS and System Configuration

BIOS Setup Navigation

BIOS Reset and Update Procedures

Methods for resetting BIOS and updating firmware.

OC Menu Configuration

M-FLASH Utility for BIOS Updates

Storage, RAID, and Optane Configuration

Enable Intel Rapid Storage Technology

Steps to enable Intel RST for RAID functionality.

Create and Manage RAID Volumes

Guide to creating, deleting, and managing RAID volumes.

Reset Disks to Non-RAID

Rebuild RAID Array

Install RAID Driver

Intel Optane Memory Setup

Installing and configuring Intel Optane memory for system acceleration.

Remove Intel Optane Memory

Troubleshooting and Compliance

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for common system issues like no power, no signal, or boot failures.