MSI MAG B460M BAZOOKA - User Manual

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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MAG B460M BAZOOKA 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
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste

MSI MAG B460M BAZOOKA Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	MAG B460M BAZOOKA
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Quick Start

Installing a Processor

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

Installing DDR4 Memory

Instructions for installing DDR4 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Diagrams and pinouts for connecting front panel switches and LEDs.

Installing the Motherboard

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

Connecting the Power Connectors

Details on connecting the ATX and CPU power supply cables.

Installing SATA Drives

Procedure for installing SATA hard disk drives and DVD drives.

Installing a Graphics Card

Steps for installing a graphics card into the PCIe slot.

Safety Information

CPU Socket

DIMM Slots

Front Panel Connectors

Power Connectors

Audio and USB Connectors

USB 3.2 Gen 1 and TPM Connectors

Fan Connectors

CMOS and Parallel Port Connectors

RGB LED Connector

Addressable RGB LED Connector

OS, Drivers & Utilities Installation

UEFI BIOS

BIOS Setup

Overview of BIOS settings and optimal configurations for system stability.

Resetting BIOS

Methods to restore BIOS settings to default values to resolve issues.

Updating BIOS

Procedures for updating the motherboard's BIOS using M-FLASH or Dragon Center.

OC Menu

OC Profile Menu

Hardware Monitor Menu

RAID Configuration

Creating RAID Volume

Step-by-step guide to setting up a RAID array using Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

Removing a RAID Volume

Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Rebuilding RAID Array

Installing RAID Driver

Installing Intel Rapid Storage Technology Software

Intel Optane Memory Configuration

Troubleshooting