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MSI MEG Z490 GODLIKE User Manual

MSI MEG Z490 GODLIKE
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Quick Start
Chassis
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MEG Z490 GODLIKE 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 1200 CPU
CPU Fan
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste

Table of Contents

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MSI MEG Z490 GODLIKE Specifications

General IconGeneral
Audio chipRealtek ALC1200
Cooling typePassive
CertificationCE
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntel Z490
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorExtended ATX
Number of mounting holes9
Motherboard chipset familyIntel
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10
Processor socketLGA 1200 (Socket H5)
Compatible processor seriesIntel® Core™ i9
Maximum number of SMP processors1
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory128 GB
Supported memory clock speeds2133, 2400, 2666, 2933, 3000, 3200, 3300, 3333, 3400, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3866, 4000, 4133, 4200, 4266, 4300, 4400, 4800 MHz
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots3
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Number of HDDs supported6
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, SATA
DirectX version12.0
Maximum resolution4096 x 2304 pixels
Number of displays supported2
Parallel processing technology support2-Way SLI, 3-Way CrossFireX
Cables includedSATA
USB connector typeUSB Type-A, USB Type-C
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.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity0
LAN controllerIntel I219-V, Realtek RTL8125-CG
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth version5.1
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
BIOS type-
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width- mm

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Safety Information

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Connecting Power Connectors

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Power On Procedure

System Specifications

Package Contents

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel Overview

Overview of Components

CPU Socket Installation Guide

Detailed guide for installing the CPU into the LGA 1200 socket.

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

Instructions for installing DDR4 memory modules.

PCIe Expansion Slots Configuration

Details on PCIe slot bandwidth and configuration.

M.2 Slots Installation Guide

Instructions for installing M.2 modules into the slots.

Installing M.2 XPANDER-Z Gen4 S Card

Step-by-step guide for installing the M.2 expansion card.

SATA Connectors and Front Panel Headers

Connecting SATA devices and front panel components.

Power Connectors Overview

Details on ATX and PCIe power connectors.

Fan Connectors and Control

Details on PWM/DC fan connectors and their functions.

CMOS Reset and Power/Reset Button

Resetting BIOS and connecting power/reset buttons.

Dynamic Dashboard II Features

Displaying system information and status on the dashboard.

Onboard LEDs Explained

LED Control and Debug Code LED

Using LED_SW1 for control and understanding Debug Code LED.

Debug Code LED Table Reference

Reference table for SEC, SEC Error, and PEI Progress Codes.

Installing OS, Drivers, and Utilities

Installing Windows 10

Step-by-step guide for installing Windows 10 OS.

Installing System Drivers

Procedure for installing essential motherboard drivers.

UEFI BIOS Configuration

UEFI BIOS Introduction and Advantages

Benefits of UEFI BIOS and incompatible scenarios.

BIOS Setup Guide

Overview of BIOS setup and function key mappings.

Resetting and Updating BIOS

Methods for resetting BIOS and updating firmware.

OC Menu Overview

Configuring frequencies and voltages for overclocking.

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

Using M-FLASH to update BIOS via USB drive.

OC PROFILE Menu

Managing and saving overclocking profiles.

HARDWARE MONITOR Menu

Monitoring system voltages and adjusting fan speeds.

Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancement

RAID Configuration

Creating a RAID Volume

Step-by-step guide for creating a RAID volume.

Removing a RAID Volume

Procedure for deleting a RAID volume and its data.

Resetting Disks to Non-RAID Mode

Converting RAID volumes back to individual non-RAID disks.

Rebuilding a Degraded RAID Array

Restoring data redundancy after a drive failure.

Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration

Installing Intel Optane Memory

Step-by-step guide for installing Intel Optane memory modules.

Removing Intel Optane Memory

Procedure for disabling and removing Optane memory.

Troubleshooting Guide

Technical Support Information

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