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MSI MEG X299 CREATION User Manual

MSI MEG X299 CREATION
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Quick Start
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI
®
MEG X299 CREATION 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 2066 CPU
CPU Fan

Table of Contents

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MSI MEG X299 CREATION Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory channelsQuad-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Supported memory clock speeds4100, 2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 2933, 3000, 3200, 3333, 3400, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3800, 4000, 4200 MHz
Processor socketLGA 2066 (Socket R4)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel® Core™ X-series
Supported processor socketsLGA 2066
USB 2.0 connectors2
ATX Power connector (24-pin)Yes
Number of SATA II connectors0
Number of SATA III connectors8
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors1
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA III, U.2
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Audio chipRealtek ALC1220
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetIntel® X299
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorExtended ATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8125-CG, Intel I219-V
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version5.0
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Parallel processing technology supportCrossFire, SLI
Cables includedSATA
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth272 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Quick Start

Preparing Tools and Components

Diagrams illustrating necessary tools and components for computer assembly.

Safety Information

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Connecting the Power Connectors

Power On

Specifications

CPU

Details on CPU socket compatibility and specifications.

Chipset

Information about the motherboard's chipset.

Memory

Specifications for DDR4 memory slots and capacity.

Expansion Slot

Details on PCIe slot configurations and compatibility.

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel

2.5G LAN Port LED Status Table

Status indicators for the 2.5G LAN port.

1G LAN Port LED Status Table

Status indicators for the 1G LAN port.

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Description and pin layout of the CPU socket.

DIMM Slots

Details on memory module slots and installation.

PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots

Information on PCIe slot configurations and usage.

M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)

Details on M.2 slot specifications and installation.

SATA1~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

Information on SATA connectors and their usage.

CPU Socket

Introduction to the LGA 2066 CPU

Guidance on correctly aligning the LGA 2066 CPU for installation.

DIMM Slots

Memory module installation recommendation (4-Channels architecture CPU)

Recommended DIMM slot population for 4-channel CPU.

Memory module installation recommendation (2-Channels architecture CPU)

Recommended DIMM slot population for 2-channel CPU.

PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCIe and M2_3 slot bandwidth table

Bandwidth allocation table for PCIe and M.2 slots.

U2_1: U.2 Connector

Installing U.2 SSD

Steps for installing a U.2 SSD.

M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)

Installing M.2 module

Procedure for installing an M.2 module.

Using M.2 Shield Frozr

Instructions for using the M.2 Shield Frozr for heat dissipation.

SATA1~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

VRAID1: Virtual RAID on CPU Connector

Information on the VROC key module connector.

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector

Details for connecting front panel audio jacks.

OC1: GAME BOOST Knob

Using GAME BOOST Knob

Guide on setting up and using the GAME BOOST knob.

OC_RT1: OC Retry Jumper

OC_FS1: OC Force Enter BIOS Jumper

Jumper for forcing BIOS entry and skipping OC failures.

JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper

Jumper for extreme overclocking and system stability.

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4, EXS_FAN1~2: Fan Connectors

Switching fan mode and adjusting fan speed

Instructions for switching between PWM and DC fan modes.

W_FLOW1: Water Flow Meter Connector

T_SEN1: Thermal Sensor Connector

Connector for thermal sensor cable.

JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector

Connector for Thunderbolt add-on cards.

Installing ThunderboltM3 Card

Daisy-Chain Thunderbolt drives and DisplayPort monitor

Guide for daisy-chaining Thunderbolt devices and monitors.

JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors

Charger Port

Details on the USB connector for fast charging.

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors

JUSB5: USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector

Information on the USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C front panel connector.

POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

Jumper for clearing CMOS settings.

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

Using chassis intrusion detector

Steps to connect and use the chassis intrusion detector.

Resetting the chassis intrusion warning

Procedure to reset chassis intrusion warnings.

BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch

Recovering BIOS

Steps for recovering the system BIOS.

Onboard LEDs

EZ Debug LED

Explanation of onboard debug LEDs.

DIMM LEDs

Indicators for installed memory modules.

XMP LED

Indicator for XMP mode status.

Multi-BIOS LEDs

JPWRLED1: LED power input

Connector for demonstrating onboard LED effects.

Debug Code LED

Debug Code LED Table

Table detailing debug code meanings.

Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities

Installing Windows® 10

Guide for installing the Windows 10 operating system.

Installing Drivers

Instructions for installing system drivers.

Installing Utilities

Steps for installing system utilities.

MYSTIC LIGHT

Device LED effect control screen

Interface for controlling device LED effects.

Nahimic 3

Installation and Update

Procedure for installing or updating Nahimic 3 audio software.

Audio Tab

Accessing audio effects, profiles, and settings in Nahimic 3.

Sound Tracker Tab

Settings Tab

Interface for selecting Nahimic 3 language.

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Methods to access the BIOS setup menu.

Resetting BIOS

Ways to restore BIOS settings to default.

Updating BIOS

Procedures for updating the system BIOS.

Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS Button

Instructions for BIOS update using the Flash BIOS button.

EZ Mode

Advanced Mode

BIOS menu selection

Options available in the BIOS advanced menu.

SETTINGS

System Status

Configuration of system date and time.

Advanced

Advanced system settings and configurations.

SATA Mode

Setting the SATA controller operation mode.

USB Configuration

Settings for onboard USB controllers and devices.

Power Management Setup

Configuration of system power management features.

Windows OS Configuration

Settings related to Windows OS configuration.

MSI Fast Boot

Enabling MSI Fast Boot for accelerated system boot times.

Secure Boot

Configuration for Windows secure boot.

Resume By RTC Alarm

Enables or disables system wake-up by RTC Alarm.

Resume by USB Device

Enables or disables system wake-up by USB devices.

Boot

Configuration of system boot devices and sequence.

Boot Mode Select

Selection between Legacy and UEFI boot modes.

Security

Administrator Password

Setting up an administrator password for system security.

Chassis Intrusion Configuration

Configuration for chassis intrusion detection.

Save & Exit

Save Changes and Reboot

Saves current changes and reboots the system.

Restore Defaults

Restores or loads all default BIOS values.

OC

OC Explore Mode

Enables or disables normal or expert OC settings.

CPU Ratio Apply Mode

Sets applied mode for CPU ratio.

Intel Turbo Boost

Enables or disables Intel Turbo Boost technology.

CPU Base Clock (MHz)

Sets the CPU Base clock for overclocking.

Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.)

Enables or selects memory profiles for overclocking.

Advanced DRAM Configuration

Detailed configuration of memory timings.

CPU Specifications

Displays information about the installed CPU.

MEMORY-Z

Displays settings and timings of installed memory.

CPU Features

Displays key CPU features and technologies.

Intel Virtualization Tech

Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology.

Hardware Prefetcher

Enables or disables hardware prefetcher for CPU performance.

C1E Support

Enables or disables C1E function for power-saving.

CFG Lock

Locks or unlocks the CFG lock bit.

M-FLASH

OC PROFILE

Overclocking Profile Management

Manages overclocking profiles.

OC Profile Save/Load

Save and load OC profiles to/from USB.

HARDWARE MONITOR

Fan Manage

Configuration for fan speed and mode.

Settings Buttons

Buttons for controlling fan speeds.

RAID Configuration

To enter the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu

Procedure to access the Intel RST menu.

Creating RAID Volume

Removing a RAID Volume

Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Rebuilding RAID Array

Installing RAID Driver

New Operating System Installation

Installing RAID drivers during OS setup.

Installing Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Software

Installation guide for Intel RST software.

Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration

System Requirements

Prerequisites for Intel Optane memory.

Installing the Intel® Optane™ memory

Steps to install Intel Optane memory.

Enable Intel® Optane™ Memory

Procedure to enable Intel Optane memory.

Removing the Intel® Optane™ memory

Disable Intel® Optane™ Memory

Steps to disable Intel Optane memory.

Disable M.2/Optane Genie

Procedure to disable M.2/Optane Genie in BIOS.

Troubleshooting

The power is not on.

Steps to resolve power issues.

Lost BIOS password

Solutions for recovering a lost BIOS password.

Regulatory Notices

FCC Compliance Statement

Statement regarding FCC compliance for the device.

CE Conformity

Declaration of conformity with EU directives.

Battery Information

Guidelines for battery disposal and handling.

Technical Support

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