MSI MEG Z390 GODLIKE - User Manual

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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
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MEG Z390 GODLIKE motherboard. This Quick Start
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Preparing Tools and Components
Intel
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LGA 1151 CPU
CPU Fan

MSI MEG Z390 GODLIKE Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	MEG Z390 GODLIKE
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Instructions to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge and ensure safe handling of components.

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting the Power Connectors

Power On Procedure

Rear I;O Panel Overview

CPU Socket Installation

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

PCIe Expansion Slots

PCIe CeaseFire Switch (PEGSW1)

Installing SLI Graphics Cards

U.2 Connector (U2_1) Installation

M.2 Slots (M2_1~3) Installation

M.2 Module Installation Details

Step-by-step guide for installing M.2 SSDs, including thermal pad placement.

Installing the M.2 Xpander-Z

SATA Connectors (SATA1~6)

Power Connectors

GAME BOOST Knob (OC1)

Fan Connectors

USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors and Charger Port

Power Buttons and Clear CMOS Jumper

Multi-BIOS Switch (BIOS_SW1)

RGB LED Connectors (JRGB, JRAINBOW)

DYNAMIC DASHBOARD Features

Onboard LEDs Overview

EZ Debug LEDs

DIMM and Fan LEDs

Debug Code LED

Debug Code LED Tables and Phases

Explains hexadecimal characters, boot phases, and SEC progress codes for debugging.

SEC and PEI Error;Progress Codes

Lists specific error and progress codes for SEC and PEI stages during boot.

DXE Progress and Error Codes

Details progress and error codes related to the DXE stage of the boot process.

DXE Error Codes

Lists specific error codes encountered during the DXE phase of system initialization.

S3 Resume and Recovery Codes

Installing OS, Drivers, and Utilities

Installing Windows 10

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

Installing Drivers and Utilities

Instructions for installing essential system drivers and additional software utilities.

MYSTIC LIGHT Software

Device LED Effect Control

LED Effect Customization Options

Device Synchronization and Profile Management

Nahimic 3 Audio Software

Audio Tab Settings

Microphone Tab Settings

Sound Tracker and Settings Tabs

Killer Control Center

BIOS Setup Introduction

Resetting and Updating BIOS

Procedures for resetting BIOS to defaults and updating BIOS via M-FLASH or Dragon Center.

Updating BIOS via Flash BIOS Button

Instructions for updating BIOS using the dedicated Flash BIOS button.

EZ Mode BIOS Interface

EZ Mode Features Overview

EZ Mode Function Buttons

Advanced Mode BIOS Interface

Advanced Mode Menu Navigation

BIOS Settings - Advanced PCIe and Peripherals

BIOS Settings - Network, USB, and Storage Modes

BIOS Settings - Power Management and OS Config

BIOS Settings - Boot and Secure Boot

BIOS Settings - Boot Sequence and Priorities

BIOS Settings - System Security

BIOS Settings - Save & Exit Options

OC (Overclocking) Settings

OC Explore Mode and CPU Ratio Settings

Options to select OC modes and apply CPU ratio settings for performance tuning.

CPU Frequency, Turbo Boost, and Memory Profiles

Settings for CPU ratio offset, ring ratio, EIST, Turbo Boost, and XMP profiles.

DRAM Timing, Voltage, and CPU Specs

Options for memory timing modes, DRAM voltage control, and CPU specifications.

CPU Features and Virtualization Technologies

Settings for Hyper-Threading, CPU core control, CPUID limits, and Intel Virtualization Tech.

CPU Cache, Power Management, and C-States

Settings for cache line prefetching, AES instructions, C-states, and power limits.

CPU Current Limit and Frequency Settings

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

OC Profile Management

HARDWARE MONITOR

Fan Speed and Temperature Monitoring

Options for monitoring fan speeds, CPU/system temperatures, and voltages.

RAID Configuration

Enabling Intel Rapid Storage Technology

Steps to enable RAID functionality and enter the RST menu.

Creating a RAID Volume

Procedure for creating a new RAID volume with specified name, level, and disks.

Removing a RAID Volume

Steps to delete an existing RAID volume, noting data loss.

Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Process to remove RAID structures from drives and reset them to non-RAID status.

Rebuilding a Degraded RAID Array

Procedure to rebuild a RAID array when a drive has failed or is disconnected.

Installing RAID Drivers

Guide for installing RAID drivers during OS installation or post-installation.

Installing Intel Rapid Storage Technology Software

Intel Optane Memory Configuration

System Requirements for Optane Memory

Lists the prerequisites for installing and using Intel Optane memory.

Installing and Enabling Intel Optane Memory

Final steps to enable Optane memory through the RST application and important cautions.

Removing Intel Optane Memory

Procedure to disable and physically remove the Optane memory module.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Display Troubleshooting

Solutions for the computer not powering on or showing no display signal.

Boot, Audio, Network, and USB Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for boot failures, no audio, network connectivity, and USB device issues.