MSI MPG Z590 GAMING CARBON WIFI

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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MPG Z590 GAMING CARBON WIFI/ MPG Z590
GAMING FORCE 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® LGA1200 CPU
CPU Fan
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste

MSI MPG Z590 GAMING CARBON WIFI Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	MPG Z590 GAMING CARBON WIFI
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Connecting the Power Connectors

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Power On Procedure

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Details the LGA1200 CPU socket, orientation, and installation precautions.

DIMM Slots

Information on memory module installation, dual-channel configuration, and recommendations.

PCIe Expansion Slots

Describes the various PCIe slots, their versions, and lane configurations.

M.2 Slots

Guide to installing M.2 SSDs, including heatsink removal and standoff placement.

SATA Connectors

Details the SATA 6Gb/s connectors and their availability with M.2 installations.

Fan Connectors

Explains CPU, PUMP, and System fan connectors, modes, and pin definitions.

Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

Instructions on how to reset the BIOS settings to default values.

Onboard LEDs Status

EZ Debug LED

Indicates CPU, DRAM, VGA, and Boot status during system initialization.

Debug Code LED

Displays progress and error codes during and after POST.

Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center

Installing Windows 10

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

Installing Drivers

Instructions for installing essential system drivers from the MSI USB drive.

MSI Center

UEFI BIOS Management

BIOS Setup

Resetting BIOS

Updating BIOS

RAID Configuration

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power Issues

No Signal to Monitor

Boot Failure After BIOS Update

Lost BIOS Password