MSI MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI - User Manual

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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI
®
MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI 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 X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	MAG X570 TOMAHAWK WIFI
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Preparing Tools and Components

Lists the essential tools and components required for computer assembly.

Safety Information

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Connecting the Power Connectors

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Power On Procedure

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Details the AM4 CPU socket and installation guidance.

DIMM Slots

Explains DDR4 memory slot configuration and installation recommendations.

PCIe Expansion Slots

Describes PCIe slot types, speeds, and compatibility.

M.2 Slots (Key M)

Information on M.2 slot specifications and installation.

SATA 6 Gb;s Connectors

Front Panel Connectors (JFP1, JFP2)

Power Connectors (CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1)

Explains motherboard power connector types and pin assignments.

Fan Connectors (CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4)

USB 2.0 Connectors (JUSB1~2)

USB 3.2 Gen 1 5 Gbps Connectors (JUSB3~4)

USB 3.2 Gen 2 10 Gbps Type-C Connector (JUSB5)

Front Audio Connector (JAUD1)

Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper (JBAT1)

Instructions for clearing CMOS and resetting BIOS settings.

EZ Debug LED

Explains the motherboard's debug LEDs for troubleshooting boot issues.

RGB LED Connectors (JRGB1~2)

Addressable RGB LED Connectors (JRAINBOW1~2)

Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities

Installing Windows 10

Step-by-step guide for installing the Windows 10 operating system.

Installing Drivers

Instructions for installing necessary hardware drivers.

Installing Utilities

Guidance on installing system utility software.

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

How to access the BIOS/UEFI setup utility during boot.

Resetting BIOS

Methods for resetting BIOS settings to default values.

Updating BIOS

Procedures for updating the motherboard's BIOS firmware.

EZ Mode

Advanced Mode

SETTINGS Menu

Configuration options for system parameters and peripherals.

OC Menu

Settings for CPU and memory overclocking and performance tuning.

M-FLASH Utility

Utility for updating BIOS via a USB flash drive.

OC PROFILE Management

HARDWARE MONITOR

AMD RAID Configuration

Enabling RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility

Initializing Disks for RAID

Creating RAID Arrays

Guide to creating RAID arrays using available disks.

Deleting RAID Arrays

Installing RAID Driver

New Operating System Installation

Installing RAID drivers during OS setup.

RAIDXpert2 Management Suite Installation

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power Issues

Solutions for issues where the system does not power up.

No Display Signal

Steps to resolve no display output issues.

Boot Failure After BIOS Update

Troubleshooting steps for boot failures after BIOS updates.

Lost BIOS Password

No Audio

No Network Connectivity

USB Device Not Working