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MSI MEG X570S ACE MAX User Manual

MSI MEG X570S ACE MAX
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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MEG X570S ACE MAX 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
®
AM4 CPU

Table of Contents

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MSI MEG X570S ACE MAX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor socketSocket AM4
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD Ryzen 3, AMD Ryzen 3 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 3 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 5, AMD Ryzen 5 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 5 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 5 5th Gen, AMD Ryzen 7, AMD Ryzen 7 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 7 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 7 5th Gen, AMD Ryzen 9 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 9 5th Gen
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds5300 MHz
RAID levels0, 1, 10
RAID supportYes
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, SATA
DirectX version12.0
Parallel processing technology supportCrossfire, SLI
Number of SATA III connectors8
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors1
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.
Digital audio optical out5
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity3
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8125B
Wi-Fi standardsWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth version5.2
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
WLAN controller modelIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX210
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Audio chipRealtek ALC4082
Cooling typeActive
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetAMD X570
Audio output channels5.0 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 x64
BIOS type-
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Weight1000 g
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width305 mm
Height100 mm

Summary

Preparing Tools and Components

Safety Information

Case stand-off notification

Avoid collision notification

Details on protective paint around screw holes to prevent scratches.

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

Specifications

CPU

Details processor compatibility and socket type.

Chipset

Lists the AMD X570 chipset features.

Memory

Covers DDR4 memory slots, speeds, and types.

Expansion Slots

Details PCIe slot configurations and compatibility.

Multi-GPU

Mentions NVIDIA SLI and AMD CrossFire support.

LAN

Specifies the 2.5 Gbps LAN controller.

Wireless LAN & Bluetooth®

Details the Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210 module.

Audio

Describes the Realtek ALC4082 audio codec.

Storage

Lists SATA and M.2 slot specifications.

RAID

Mentions AMD X570 chipset RAID support.

USB

Details various USB port types and specifications.

Back Panel Connectors

Lists external connectors on the rear I/O panel.

Internal Connectors

Lists internal connectors on the motherboard.

Buttons

Mentions Power and Reset buttons.

Jumpers

Lists various jumpers on the motherboard.

LED Features

Describes onboard LED features.

I/O Controller

Identifies the NUVOTON NCT6687D Controller Chip.

Hardware Monitor

Details hardware monitoring capabilities.

Form Factor

Specifies the motherboard form factor and dimensions.

BIOS Features

Lists UEFI BIOS features.

Software

Lists included software like drivers and MSI Center.

MSI Center Features

Details various features of MSI Center.

Special Features

Lists notable motherboard features.

Audio

Details audio-related special features.

Network

Details network-related special features.

Cooling

Lists cooling-related special features.

LED

Details LED-related special features.

Protection

Lists protection features.

Performance

Lists performance-related special features.

Experience

Lists experience-related MSI features.

JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification

Details the JCORSAIR1 connector specification.

Expansion Slots

Multi-GPU

Mentions NVIDIA SLI and AMD CrossFire support.

LAN

Specifies the 2.5 Gbps LAN controller.

Wireless LAN & Bluetooth®

Details the Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210 module.

Audio

Describes the Realtek ALC4082 audio codec.

Storage

RAID

Mentions AMD X570 chipset RAID support.

USB

Details various USB port types and specifications.

Back Panel Connectors

Internal Connectors

Lists internal connectors on the motherboard.

Buttons

Mentions Power and Reset buttons.

Jumpers

LED Features

Describes onboard LED features.

I/O Controller

Identifies the NUVOTON NCT6687D Controller Chip.

Hardware Monitor

Details hardware monitoring capabilities.

Form Factor

Specifies the motherboard form factor and dimensions.

BIOS Features

Lists UEFI BIOS features.

Software

Lists included software like drivers and MSI Center.

MSI Center Features

Special Features

Audio

Details audio-related special features.

Network

Details network-related special features.

Cooling

Lists cooling-related special features.

LED

Details LED-related special features.

Protection

Lists protection features.

Performance

Experience

Lists experience-related MSI features.

JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification

Details the JCORSAIR1 connector specification.

Package contents

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel

Audio Ports Configuration

Explains audio port connections and configurations.

Realtek Audio Console

Installing Antennas

Overview of Components

Processor Socket

DIMM Slots

PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots

Installing SLI graphics cards

M2_1~4: M.2 Slots (Key M)

Installing M.2 module

Step-by-step guide to installing M.2 modules.

Installing M.2 XPANDER-Z Gen4 S card

SATA1~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

Connects front panel switches and LEDs.

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors

JOC_FS1: Safe Boot Jumper

T_SEN1~2: Thermal Sensor Connectors

Connects thermistor cables to monitor temperature.

W_FLOW1: Water Flow Meter Connector

Connects flow meters for liquid cooling system monitoring.

JLN1: Low Temperature Booting Jumper

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector

Connects audio jacks to the front panel.

JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connector

JUSB2~3: USB 3.2 Gen1 Connector

Connects USB 3.2 Gen1 ports to the front panel.

JUSB4~5: USB 2.0 Connectors

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

Connector for TPM (Trusted Platform Module).

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors

Switching fan mode and adjusting fan speed

Guide to changing fan modes in BIOS.

Pin definition of fan connectors

Details the pinouts for fan connectors.

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

Using chassis intrusion detector

Instructions for setting up the chassis intrusion detector.

Resetting the chassis intrusion warning

How to reset the chassis intrusion warning.

JDASH1 : Tuning Controller connector

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

Resetting BIOS to default values

Steps to reset BIOS settings using the jumper.

POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button

JRGB1: RGB LED connector

RGB LED Strip Connection

How to connect RGB LED strips.

RGB LED Fan Connection

How to connect RGB LED fans.

JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors

Addressable RGB LED Strip Connection

Guide for connecting addressable RGB LED strips.

Addressable RGB LED Fan Connection

Guide for connecting addressable RGB LED fans.

JCORSAIR1: CORSAIR Connector

CORSAIR RGB LED fan

Details CORSAIR RGB fan connections.

CORSAIR Lighting Node PRO Connection

Details CORSAIR Lighting Node PRO connections.

Onboard LEDs

EZ Debug LED

Explains the function of EZ Debug LEDs for diagnostics.

JPWRLED1: LED power input

Describes the LED power input connector for retailers.

LED_SW1: EZ LED Control

Details the switch for controlling onboard LEDs.

Debug Code LED

Hexadecimal Character Table

Table mapping hex codes to characters for debug display.

Boot Phases

Explains different boot phases.

Debug Code LED Table

Provides a table of SEC Progress Codes for debug display.

SEC Error Codes

PEI Progress Codes

Lists progress codes for PEI boot phase.

PEI Error Codes

Lists error codes for PEI boot phase.

DXE Progress Codes

Lists progress codes for DXE boot phase.

DXE Error Codes

S3 Resume Progress Codes

Lists progress codes for S3 resume.

S3 Resume Error Codes

Lists error codes for S3 resume.

Recovery Progress Codes

Recovery Error Codes

Lists error codes for recovery.

ACPI States Codes

Lists codes for ACPI sleep states.

Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center

Installing Windows® 10

Guide to installing Windows 10.

Installing Drivers

Steps for installing system drivers.

MSI Center

Overview of the MSI Center application.

MSI Center User Guide

Information on accessing the MSI Center user guide.

UEFI BIOS

UEFI advantages

Lists the benefits of UEFI BIOS.

Incompatible UEFI cases

Details cases where UEFI BIOS may not be compatible.

How to check the BIOS mode?

Instructions to verify the BIOS mode.

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

How to access the BIOS setup menu.

BIOS User Guide

Information on accessing the BIOS User Guide.

Resetting BIOS

Updating BIOS

Methods for updating the motherboard BIOS.

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH

Detailed steps for updating BIOS using M-Flash.

Updating the BIOS with MSI Center

Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS Button (optional)

Guide to updating BIOS using the Flash BIOS Button.

Nahimic 3

Installation and Update

Instructions for installing or updating Nahimic 3.

Audio Tab

Details the audio settings and profiles in Nahimic 3.

Microphone Tab

Sound Tracker Tab

Settings Tab

Allows selection of Nahimic 3 UI language.

RAID Configuration

RAID level comparison

Compares different RAID levels.

AMD RAID User Guide

Information on accessing the AMD RAID User Guide.

Troubleshooting

The power is not on.

Steps to resolve power-on issues.

The power is on, but no signal to monitor

Solutions for no display signal.

The computer does not boot after updating the BIOS

Troubleshooting boot failures after BIOS update.

Lost BIOS password

How to recover a lost BIOS password.

There is no audio

Troubleshooting audio issues.

There is no network

Troubleshooting network connectivity.

The USB device is not working

Solutions for non-functional USB devices.

Regulatory Notices

FCC Compliance Statement

Statement regarding FCC compliance.

C-Tick Compliance

Statement regarding C-Tick compliance.

Battery Information

Information about battery disposal.

Chemical Substances Information

Information on chemical substances in products.

Environmental Policy

MSI's environmental policy and recycling information.

WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement

EU directive on waste electrical equipment.

India RoHS

Wireless Radio Use

Restrictions for indoor use of wireless radio.

Products with radio functionality (EMF)

Information on radio frequency exposure compliance.

Restrictions for products with radio functionality

Usage restrictions for wireless radio functions.

Technical Support

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