MSI MPG Z490M GAMING EDGE WIFI

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Quick Start
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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 MPG Z490M GAMING EDGE WIFI Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	MPG Z490M GAMING EDGE WIFI
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Connecting Power Connectors

Installing SATA Drives

Installing Graphics Card

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Power On Procedure

Rear IO Panel Details

CPU Socket Installation

LGA 1200 CPU Installation Guide

Details on installing the LGA 1200 CPU, including alignment and precautions.

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

DDR4 Memory Module Installation Guide

Instructions and recommendations for installing DDR4 memory modules.

PCIe Expansion Slots

PCIe Slot Configurations and Multi-GPU

M.2 Slots (Key M)

M.2 SSD Installation Steps

Introduces M.2 slots and details the initial steps for installing an M.2 SSD.

Detailed M.2 SSD Installation Procedures

Provides detailed instructions for installing M.2 SSDs into M.2 slots.

SATA Connectors and Compatibility

SATA Port Usage and M.2 SATA Slot Combination

Front Panel Connectors

Front Panel Header and Audio Pinouts

Power Supply Connectors

ATX and CPU Power Connector Pin Assignments

USB Connectivity Options

Fan Connectors and Control

Fan Modes and Speed Adjustment in BIOS

Installing OS, Drivers, and Utilities

Windows 10, Drivers, and Utilities Installation

Step-by-step guide for OS, driver, and utility installation.

UEFI BIOS Introduction

UEFI BIOS Features and Incompatibilities

Explains UEFI BIOS architecture, benefits, and potential incompatibilities.

Accessing BIOS Setup and Function Keys

Details on accessing BIOS setup and the mapping of function keys.

Resetting BIOS and M-FLASH Update Method

Procedures for resetting BIOS and updating via M-FLASH utility.

Updating BIOS with MSI Dragon Center

Guide to update BIOS using MSI Dragon Center software.

BIOS EZ Mode

EZ Mode Interface and Basic Settings

EZ Mode Navigation and Component Information

BIOS Advanced Mode Navigation

Advanced Mode Menu Overview (SETTINGS, OC, M-FLASH)

OC Menu for Overclocking

Overclocking Basics and OC Explore Mode

Introduction to overclocking settings and OC Explore Mode.

Advanced CPU Ratio and Frequency Settings

Detailed settings for CPU ratios, turbo ratios, and base clock for overclocking.

Memory Configuration and Fast Boot Options

Settings for memory profiles (XMP), timings, and fast boot.

CPU and Voltage Control Settings

Options for managing CPU core and GT voltage modes.

Voltage Controls and System Diagnostics

Fine-tuning voltage controls and system diagnostics.

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

Step-by-Step BIOS Update via M-FLASH

Step-by-step guide to updating the motherboard's BIOS using M-FLASH.

Hardware Monitor Fan Control

Fan Speed Adjustment and System Monitoring

Detailed Fan Speed Curve Adjustment

RAID Configuration and Enabling RST

RAID Levels and Intel RST Setup

Explains RAID levels and how to enable Intel RST in BIOS.

Creating RAID Volumes

Step-by-step guide for creating RAID volumes using Intel RST.

Removing RAID Volumes

Instructions on deleting RAID volumes, with a data loss warning.

Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Rebuilding Degraded RAID Arrays

Installing RAID Drivers and Intel RST Software

Intel Optane Memory Configuration

Optane Memory Requirements and Installation

Enabling Intel Optane Memory and Warnings

Removing Intel Optane Memory Module

Troubleshooting Common Issues

System Power, Display, Boot, and Connectivity Problems

Addresses common issues like power, display, boot, audio, network, and USB problems.