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MSI MS-7357 User Manual

MSI MS-7357
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G33M Series
MS-7357 (V1.X) Mainboard
G52-73571X2
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MSI MS-7357 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMSI
ModelMS-7357
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Copyright and Legal Notices

Copyright Notice

Legal statement of intellectual property ownership for the document.

Trademarks

List of registered trademarks and their respective owners.

Revision History

Details the version and release date of the manual.

Technical Support Resources

Information on how to obtain assistance and find support resources.

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Essential guidelines for safe equipment operation, handling, and environment.

Battery Replacement Warning

Cautionary note regarding the danger of explosion from incorrect battery replacement.

Environmental Disposal

Guidance on responsible disposal of waste batteries for environmental protection.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC-B Interference Statement

Statement on compliance with FCC rules for digital devices and potential interference.

Interference Mitigation

Recommended user actions to correct radio frequency interference issues.

Compliance Notices

Notices regarding modifications and use of shielded cables for compliance.

Environmental Responsibility

WEEE Statement

Information on the EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment directive and product return.

Hardware Specifications

Processor and FSB Support

Details supported Intel processors and Front Side Bus speeds.

Chipset Configuration

Identifies the North and South bridge chipsets used on the motherboard.

Memory and LAN Support

Specifications for DDR2 memory capacity and Fast Ethernet LAN.

Peripheral Interfaces

Details on IEEE 1394, Audio, IDE, and SATA interfaces.

Hardware Specifications

Floppy, RAID, and Connectors

Details on floppy support, RAID technology, and back panel/on-board connectors.

Expansion Slots and Form Factor

Describes PCI Express, PCI slots, and the Micro-ATX form factor.

Component Layout and Identification

Back Panel Connector Map

Diagram showing back panel ports with corresponding page references.

On-Board Connector Diagram

Diagram identifying internal motherboard headers and connectors.

Slot and Power Connector Locations

Diagram indicating positions of expansion slots and power connectors.

CPU Installation and Management

CPU Socket and Support

Information on the CPU socket type and compatible processors.

Overheating and Replacement Safety

Warnings and procedures for CPU overheating and safe replacement.

Overclocking Guidelines

Advice and warnings regarding CPU overclocking and potential risks.

CPU Installation and Management

CPU Socket Preparation and Installation

Steps for preparing the socket and installing the CPU correctly.

CPU Cooler Installation

Procedure for mounting the CPU cooler securely onto the motherboard.

Installation Verification and Notes

Confirmation steps and important reminders for CPU/cooler installation.

Memory Module Installation

DDR2 and DDR3 Specifications

Details on DDR2 and DDR3 memory types, pin configurations, and voltage.

Memory Compatibility and Dual-Channel

Important notes on memory compatibility and dual-channel operation rules.

Memory Module Installation

Memory Module Orientation and Insertion

Guidance on aligning memory module notches and inserting them correctly.

Confirming Proper Memory Seating

How to verify that memory modules are fully seated in the DIMM slots.

Internal Connectors and Headers

Fan Power Connectors

Description of CPU and system fan power connectors and Smart FAN function.

Floppy and IDE Connectors

Details on the floppy disk drive connector and the IDE connector.

Internal Connectors and Headers

Serial ATA and IEEE1394 Connectors

Information on Serial ATA connectors and the IEEE1394 connector.

Front Panel Connectors

Details on connectors for front panel switches, LEDs, and speaker.

Internal Connectors and Headers

Front USB and S/PDIF Connectors

Information on front USB 2.0 and S/PDIF audio connectors.

Front Panel Audio Connector (Azalia)

Details on the Azalia-compliant front panel audio header.

Internal Connectors and Headers

Front Panel Audio Connector (AC97)

Details on the AC97-compliant front panel audio header.

CD-In and Intrusion Connectors

Information on the CD-In audio input and Chassis Intrusion connectors.

Internal Connectors and Headers

Infrared, Serial, and TV-Out Connectors

Descriptions of infrared module, serial port, and TV-out connectors.

Internal Connectors and Headers

D-Bracket™ 2 Connector

Description of the diagnostic D-Bracket connector for system status LEDs.

D-Bracket LED Signal Interpretation

Explanation of D-Bracket diagnostic LED codes for system troubleshooting.

Internal Connectors and Headers

Clear CMOS Jumper

Procedure for clearing CMOS settings to reset system configuration.

ATX Power Connectors

Information on connecting the ATX 24-pin power supply.

Internal Connectors and Headers

ATX 20-Pin and 12V Power Connectors

Details on ATX 20-pin and various 12V power connectors for CPU and graphics.

NV SLI Connector

Description of the NV SLI connector for configuring SLI modes.

Expansion Slots

PCI Express Slots

Details on PCI Express x16, x4, and x1 slots and their transfer rates.

PCI and AGP Slots

Description of standard PCI slots and the Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot.

Expansion Card Safety

Safety precautions for installing or removing expansion cards.

Back Panel Interfaces

Mouse/Keyboard and Parallel Ports

Description of PS/2 ports for mouse/keyboard and the parallel printer port.

Serial and VGA Ports

Description of the serial communication port and the VGA video output port.

Back Panel Interfaces

DVI, 1394, and LAN Ports

Description of DVI video output, IEEE1394, and RJ-45 LAN ports.

Back Panel Interfaces

USB and Audio Ports

Description of Universal Serial Bus ports and audio jacks.

External SATA Port

Description of the eSATA port for connecting external SATA devices.

BIOS Setup

BIOS Setup Overview and Version

When to enter BIOS setup and the format of the BIOS version string.

BIOS Setup

Entering and Navigating BIOS

Instructions on accessing and moving through BIOS setup menus.

Using BIOS Help Feature

How to access and utilize the BIOS help screen for assistance.

BIOS Setup

Main Menu Configuration Options

Overview of the main BIOS setup categories for system configuration.

BIOS Feature Descriptions

Descriptions for CMOS, Advanced BIOS, Peripherals, Power, PNP/PCI, H/W Monitor, Freq/Voltage.

Default Settings and Password

Options for loading default settings and setting a BIOS password.

Saving and Exiting BIOS

Procedures for saving configuration changes and exiting the BIOS setup.

BIOS Setup

Loading Optimized Defaults

Steps to load system optimized default settings for optimal performance.

Setting System Date and Time

Instructions for adjusting the system's date and time via the BIOS.

Saving Configuration Changes

Procedure for saving configuration settings and exiting the BIOS utility.

Software and Driver Information

Driver/Utility CD Contents

Overview of software and drivers included on the mainboard package CD.

Software Menus

Explanation of the Driver, Utility, and Website menus on the CD.

Obtaining Latest Updates

Advice on visiting the MSI website for the latest drivers and BIOS updates.

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