MSI MEG Z390 ACE - User Manual

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MSI MEG Z390 ACE Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	MEG Z390 ACE
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Preparing Tools and Components

Identifies essential tools and components required for computer assembly.

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting Power Connectors

Power On Procedure

CPU Socket Installation and Precautions

LGA 1151 CPU Installation Guide

Guide to CPU notches and golden triangle for correct motherboard placement.

CPU and Heatsink Installation Safety

Critical safety and installation guidelines for CPU and heatsink.

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

DIMM Slot Usage Recommendations

Recommendations for installing memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first.

Memory Module Guidelines and Notes

Guidelines on memory capacity, voltage, and compatibility.

PCIe Expansion Slots and Multi-GPU

PCIe Slot Configurations and Usage

Information on PCIe lane configurations for single and multi-GPU setups.

Graphics Card Installation Advice

Advice on using graphics card support and safe installation practices.

Installing SLI Graphics Cards

M.2 Slots and Installation Procedures

Installing M.2 Modules (M2_1 & M2_2)

Procedure for installing M.2 SSDs into slots M2_1 and M2_2.

Installing M.2 Module with SHIELD FROZR (M2_3)

Procedure for installing M.2 SSDs into slot M2_3 with SHIELD FROZR.

M.2 Module Installation Details and Thermal Pads

SATA 6 Gb;s Connectors and M.2 Combinations

SATA Connector Usage and Cable Notes

M.2 and SATA Slot Combination Table

Front Panel Connectors and GAME BOOST Knob

Front Panel Connector Pinouts (JFP1, JFP2)

GAME BOOST Knob Functionality

Explanation of the GAME BOOST knob for manual overclocking stages.

Using the GAME BOOST Knob for Overclocking

Power Connectors and V-Check Points

ATX and CPU Power Connector Pinouts

Pinout and connection guide for ATX and CPU power supply cables.

USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors and Charger Port

USB 3.1 Gen1 Front Panel Connectors (JUSB1, JUSB3)

Pinout and function of USB 3.1 Gen1 front panel connectors.

Fan Connectors and Speed Control

Fan Connector Pin Definitions (CPU, PUMP, SYS)

Pin definitions for various fan connectors and their modes.

Power;Reset Buttons and CMOS Jumper

POWER1, RESET1 Buttons Functionality

Clearing CMOS Settings via JBAT1 Jumper

Procedure for clearing BIOS settings using the CMOS jumper.

RGB LED Connector Installation

RGB LED Connector Types and Usage

Information on connecting 12V RGB and 5V addressable RGB LED strips.

RGB LED Connection Warnings

CORSAIR RGB Connector and Fan Hub

JCORSAIR1 Connector for CORSAIR Products

Details on connecting CORSAIR RGB fans and LED strips to the motherboard.

CORSAIR Fan and LED Strip Connections

Onboard LEDs: Debug, DIMM, XMP, JPWRLED1

EZ Debug LED Functionality

Indicates motherboard debug status for CPU, DRAM, VGA, and Boot.

Debug Code LED and Boot Phase Codes

Debug Code LED Operation and Table

Displays progress and error codes during POST, with a reference table.

Installing OS, Drivers, and Utilities

Windows 10 Installation Steps

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

Driver and Utility Installation Guide

Procedure for installing motherboard drivers and system utilities.

MYSTIC LIGHT Software: LED Effects

Mystic Light Interface and Effects

Nahimic 3 Audio Software: Overview

Nahimic 3 Audio Tab Features

Nahimic 3 Audio Profiles and Effects

BIOS Setup: Introduction and Navigation

Entering BIOS Setup Methods

Methods to access the BIOS setup utility.

BIOS Function Key Guide

BIOS Setup: Resetting and Updating

Resetting BIOS to Default Values

Steps to restore BIOS settings to factory defaults.

Updating BIOS via M-FLASH

Guide to updating BIOS using the M-FLASH utility.

Updating BIOS via MSI DRAGON CENTER

Procedure for updating BIOS using the MSI Dragon Center software.

BIOS Update via Flash BIOS Button

BIOS Setup: EZ Mode Configuration

EZ Mode Interface and Controls

Explanation of the EZ Mode interface elements and controls.

GAME BOOST and XMP Switch Functions

BIOS Setup: Advanced Mode Configuration

Advanced Mode Interface Overview

Explanation of the Advanced Mode interface and its main menu selections.

BIOS Menu Selection Options Explained

Details on SETTINGS, OC, M-FLASH, OC PROFILE, HARDWARE MONITOR, BOARD EXPLORER.

BIOS Setup: SETTINGS Menu

System Status and SATA;M.2 Configuration

BIOS Setup: Boot Settings - Fast Boot and Secure Boot

Fast Boot and MSI Fast Boot Configuration

Settings for accelerating system boot times.

Secure Boot Configuration and Management

Settings for enabling and configuring Windows secure boot.

BIOS Setup: Boot Sequence and Security Features

Wake-up Events and Boot Sequence Settings

Security Features: Secure Erase+

BIOS Setup: Security Settings - Passwords

Administrator and User Password Setup

Password Check and Clear Options

BIOS Setup: Security and Save & Exit Options

Trusted Computing and Chassis Intrusion

Save & Exit Options: Discard, Save, Restore

BIOS Setup: OC Settings - Overview

OC Explore Mode Selection

CPU Ratio and Frequency Adjustments

Adjusting CPU ratio and viewing the resulting frequency.

BIOS Setup: OC Settings - CPU Features

CPU Features for Overclocking: EIST, Turbo Boost

Settings related to Intel SpeedStep, Turbo Boost, and Enhanced Turbo.

CPU Base Clock and Clockgen Features

Adjusting CPU base clock and clock generation features.

BIOS Setup: OC Settings - Memory and Power

DRAM Frequency, Timings, and Fast Boot

Configuring DRAM frequency, timings, and enabling fast memory boot.

DigitALL Power Configuration

BIOS Setup: OC Settings - Voltages and CPU Specs

CPU and DRAM Voltage Controls

CPU Specifications and Technology Support

BIOS Setup: OC Settings - Virtualization and C-States

Intel Virtualization and VT-D Technologies

Hardware Prefetcher and C-State Settings

BIOS Setup: OC Settings - Power Limits and Intel Tech

CPU Power Limits and Intel Speed Shift

Intel Technologies and DMI Link Speed

M-FLASH BIOS Update Procedure

BIOS Setup: OC PROFILE Management

OC Profile Management Operations

Loading and Saving OC Profiles

Hardware Monitor: System Monitoring

Temperature and Fan Speed Monitoring

Fan Management Settings and Controls

RAID Configuration: Introduction and Enabling RST

Enabling Intel Rapid Storage Technology in BIOS

Steps to enable Intel RST for RAID functionality in BIOS.

RAID Configuration: Creating a Volume

RAID Configuration: Removing a Volume

RAID Configuration: Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

RAID Configuration: Rebuilding a Degraded Array

RAID Configuration: Driver and Software Installation

Installing Intel RAID Drivers

Steps for installing RAID drivers during OS installation.

Installing Intel RST Software

Guide to installing the Intel RST software after OS installation.

Intel Optane Memory Configuration: Installation

Intel Optane Memory System Requirements

Installing the Intel Optane Memory Module

Step-by-step guide for installing Optane memory module and BIOS settings.

Intel Optane Memory Configuration: Enabling

Enabling Intel Optane Memory and Cautions

Procedure to enable Optane memory and critical warnings.

Intel Optane Memory Configuration: Removal

Disabling Intel Optane Memory

Steps to disable Optane memory via the RST application.

Removing the Optane Memory Module

Disabling M.2/Optane Genie and physically removing the module.

Troubleshooting: Common System Issues

Troubleshooting Power and Display Issues

Troubleshooting steps for no power or no display output.

Troubleshooting Boot, Audio, Network, USB

Solutions for boot failures, audio, network, and USB device issues.

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