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MSI MS-7380 User Manual

MSI MS-7380
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P7N SLI Platinum Series
MS-7380 (v1.X) Mainboard
G52-73801X1

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MSI MS-7380 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelMS-7380
Form FactorATX
Memory TypeDDR2
Maximum Memory4 GB
Memory Slots2
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe x16, 2 x PCIe x1, 3 x PCI
Storage Interfaces4 x SATA 3Gb/s, 1 x IDE
USB Ports8 (4 on back panel, 4 via headers)
AudioRealtek ALC888
LANRealtek RTL8111B Gigabit LAN
ChipsetIntel G31

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Lists essential guidelines for safe equipment operation and handling.

Explosion Hazard Warning

Caution regarding battery replacement, specifying replacement with the same type.

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Mainboard Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the P7N SLI Platinum Series mainboard.

Mainboard Layout

Visual guide illustrating the physical layout of the mainboard components and connectors.

Packing Checklist

Lists all items included in the product package for user verification.

Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Quick Components Guide

An overview of the main components and their locations on the mainboard.

CPU Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the Central Processing Unit (CPU) and cooler.

Memory Installation

Guidance on installing memory modules, including dual-channel rules.

Power Supply Connectors

Details the ATX 24-pin and 8-pin power connectors and their pin definitions.

Back Panel Connectors

Explains the function of each port located on the mainboard's back panel.

Onboard Connectors

Describes various internal connectors like IDE, SATA, FDD, and headers.

PCI Express and PCI Slots

Information on the available PCI Express and PCI slots for expansion cards.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

Entering and Navigating BIOS Setup

Instructions on how to enter the BIOS setup and use control keys for navigation.

Main BIOS Menu Options

Overview of the main categories and functions available in the BIOS setup utility.

Standard CMOS Features

Configuration settings for system date, time, and IDE/SATA device parameters.

Advanced BIOS Features

Settings for advanced system features like booting, CPU features, and chipset configurations.

Integrated Peripherals

Configuration options for onboard devices such as USB, LAN, and Audio controllers.

Power Management Setup

Settings related to ACPI functions and system power saving modes.

Hardware Monitor (H/W Monitor)

Displays system hardware status including temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds.

Overclocking and Tuning (Cell Menu)

Options for CPU/FSB/DRAM frequency adjustment and dynamic overclocking.

User Settings and Defaults

Options to save/load custom settings or load system defaults for stability/performance.

Load Fail-Safe/ Optimized Defaults

Restores BIOS settings to fail-safe or optimized default values.

BIOS Setting Password

Functionality to set a password for accessing the BIOS setup.

Appendix A: Realtek ALC888 Audio

Installing the HD Audio Driver

Procedure for installing the Realtek HD Audio driver for full functionality.

Audio Configuration and Features

Covers software setup, sound effects, mixer, audio I/O, microphone, and 3D audio settings.

Appendix B: nVidia RAID

Introduction and System Requirements

Overview of NVIDIA RAID technology and supported operating systems.

RAID Configuration and Setup

Steps for configuring RAID arrays using BIOS and Windows utilities.

RAID Driver Installation

Instructions for installing NVIDIA RAID drivers for bootable and non-bootable arrays.

RAID Array Management and Operations

Covers viewing configurations, managing spare disks, initializing, rebuilding, and synchronizing arrays.

Appendix C: JMicron RAID Introduction

Introduction and RAID Levels

Explains JMicron RAID levels (0, 1, 10) and JBOD functionality.

JMicron RAID BIOS Configuration

Steps to configure RAID arrays using the JMicron BIOS utility.

JMicron RAID Driver Installation

Procedures for installing JMicron RAID drivers in Windows.

JMicron Raid Configurer

Using the JMicron Raid Configurer tool for managing RAID arrays.

Appendix D: Dual Core Center

Overview and Installation Requirements

Introduces Dual Core Center utility and its system requirements for installation.

Activating Dual Core Center

Guide on how to activate and launch the Dual Core Center utility.

Core Functions and Settings

Explains the main interface and various settings like clock, voltage, fan speed, and user profiles.

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