MSI MEG Z490 GODLIKE

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Quick Start
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Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MEG Z490 GODLIKE motherboard. This Quick Start
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Preparing Tools and Components
Intel
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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

MSI MEG Z490 GODLIKE Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	MEG Z490 GODLIKE
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Preparing Tools and Components

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 IO 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.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and Gen 1 Connectors

USB 2.0 and TPM Module Connectors

Fan Connectors and Control

Details on PWM/DC fan connectors and their functions.

CMOS Reset and PowerReset Button

Resetting BIOS and connecting power/reset buttons.

Multi-BIOS Switch (BIOSSW1)

RGB LED Connector (JRGB1)

Addressable RGB LED Connectors (JRAINBOW)

CORSAIR Connector (JCORSAIR1)

Dynamic Dashboard II Features

Displaying system information and status on the dashboard.

Onboard LEDs Explained

EZ Debug, XMP, and JPWRLED1 LEDs

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.

DXE Progress and Error Codes

DXE Error Codes List

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.

Installing Software Utilities

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.

Entering BIOS Setup

Resetting and Updating BIOS

Methods for resetting BIOS and updating firmware.

EZ Mode BIOS Configuration

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

Advanced Mode BIOS Configuration

SETTINGS Menu Options

OC Menu Overview

Configuring frequencies and voltages for overclocking.

OC Modes and CPU Ratio Settings

CPU Turbo Ratio and Core Group Settings

CPU Frequency, Ratio, and Base Clock Adjustments

Ring Ratio and Integrated Graphics Settings

CPU Base Clock Apply Modes and OC Buttons

Clockgen Features, XMP, and DRAM Settings

DRAM Timing and Memory Fast Boot

Voltage Controls and Power Management

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

Using M-FLASH to update BIOS via USB drive.

OC PROFILE Menu

Managing and saving overclocking profiles.

OC Profile Management and Loading

HARDWARE MONITOR Menu

Monitoring system voltages and adjusting fan speeds.

Smart Fan Functionality and Settings

Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancement

RAID Configuration

Enabling Intel Rapid Storage Technology

Entering the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Menu

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.

Installing RAID Drivers and RST Software

Intel Optane Memory Configuration

Intel Optane Memory System Requirements

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

Power and Display Troubleshooting

Audio, Network, and USB Troubleshooting

Technical Support Information