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MSI MS-7758 (v3.x) User Manual

MSI MS-7758 (v3.x)
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MSI MS-7758 (v3.x) Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMSI
ModelMS-7758 (v3.x)
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

Copyright Notice

Legal notice regarding the intellectual property and content of the document.

Trademarks

Lists registered trademarks and their owners mentioned in the manual.

Revision History

Details the revision history of the mainboard or manual.

Technical Support

Provides information on how to get technical assistance and support resources.

Safety Instructions

Outlines essential safety precautions to follow during installation and use of the equipment.

FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Details FCC compliance information regarding radio frequency interference.

Battery Information

Provides information on proper disposal and handling of batteries according to regional regulations.

Chemical Substances Information

Information regarding chemical substances compliance, referencing EU REACH Regulation.

WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement

Explains the directive for proper disposal of electronic equipment in the EU.

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Packing Contents

Lists the items included in the mainboard package.

Optional Accessories

Lists optional accessories that can be purchased separately.

Assembly Precautions

Provides essential safety guidelines and precautions before assembling the computer components.

Mainboard Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the mainboard, including processor, memory, and expansion slots.

Connectors

Describes the back panel and on-board connectors available on the mainboard.

Slots

Lists the types of expansion slots available on the mainboard, such as PCIe and PCI.

Form Factor

Specifies the physical dimensions and form factor of the mainboard.

Mounting Screw Holes

Details the locations of screw holes for mounting the mainboard in a computer case.

Connectors Quick Guide

A visual guide illustrating the location of various connectors on the mainboard.

Connectors Reference Guide

A detailed reference table listing mainboard ports, their types, and corresponding page numbers for more info.

Back Panel Quick Guide

A visual guide showing the layout and function of the back panel ports.

LAN

Details the LAN port, its connection, and LED status indicators.

Audio Ports

Explains the function and color-coding of the audio ports for connecting audio devices.

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

Introduces the CPU socket and provides important notes on overheating and overclocking.

CPU & Cooler Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU and its cooler correctly.

Mounting Screw Holes

Details the locations of screw holes for mounting the mainboard in a computer case.

Power Supply

Explains the ATX 24-pin and 8-pin power connectors for supplying power to the mainboard and CPU.

Memory

Details the DDR3 DIMM slots, dual-channel mode population rules, and important memory installation notes.

Installing Memory Modules

Step-by-step guide on how to correctly install memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Expansion Slots

Describes PCIe and PCI expansion slots for adding graphics cards or other peripherals.

PCI Interrupt Request Routing

Explains the IRQ routing for PCI slots, detailing interrupt assignments.

Video/ Graphics Cards

Discusses installing discrete video cards and optimizing graphics performance.

AMD CrossFire™ (Multi-GPU) Technology

Details how to set up and use AMD CrossFire for multi-GPU gaming performance.

Internal Connectors

Explains the SATA connectors, their specifications, and important connection notes.

CPUFAN, SYSFAN1~4: Fan Power Connectors

Describes the fan power connectors and important considerations for CPU cooling.

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

Details the front panel connectors for switches and LEDs, including using mConnectors.

JUSB3: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector

Explains the USB 3.0 expansion connector for high-speed data transfer.

JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors

Details the USB 2.0 expansion connectors for connecting peripherals.

JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector

Explains the chassis intrusion connector and its function for system security.

JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector

Describes the front panel audio connector for connecting case audio ports.

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

Details the TPM module connector for adding trusted platform module functionality.

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector

Explains the serial port connector for attaching serial devices.

JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector

Describes the parallel port connector for printers and other parallel devices.

JDLED3: Voice Genie Connector (optional)

Explains the optional Voice Genie connector for voice control modules.

JTURBO1: MultiConnect Panel Connector (optional)

Details the optional MultiConnect panel connector for OC Genie and other functions.

Jumper

Explains the JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper for resetting system configuration.

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

Entering

Instructions on how to enter the BIOS setup menu using the DEL or F11 keys.

Overview

Provides a general overview of the BIOS interface and its main sections.

System Information Overview

Displays system details like temperature, CPU, DRAM, BIOS version, and other key information.

BIOS Interface Navigation

Guides on using the BIOS menu, boot options, modes, display, and language settings.

Advanced Settings

Contains advanced settings for PCI subsystems, ACPI, and integrated peripherals.

HD Audio Controller

Enables or disables the integrated HD audio controller.

HPET

Configures the High Precision Event Timers component of the chipset.

Integrated Graphics Configuration

Settings for primary graphics adapter, shared memory, and multi-monitor support.

Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology

Enables or disables Intel Rapid Start technology for faster system resume.

USB Configuration

Settings for USB controllers, legacy support, and super IO configuration.

Parallel(LPT) Port Configuration

Configures parallel port settings, including device mode and interrupt assignments.

Hardware Monitor

Monitors CPU/System temperature, fan speeds, and voltages.

Intel(R) Smart Connect Configuration

Manages Intel Smart Connect Technology for automatic application updates.

Power Management Setup

Configures power saving features like EuP 2013 and restore behavior after AC power loss.

Wake Up Event Setup

Configures events that can wake the system from sleep modes, like RTC alarms or USB devices.

Boot

Manages boot display options, PCI device ROM priority, and boot device order.

Save & Exit

Options for saving changes, discarding changes, restoring defaults, and exiting BIOS setup.

Overclocking (OC) Features

Section for adjusting CPU and DRAM frequencies, ratios, and other overclocking-related settings.

CPU Frequency and Control

Manages CPU base clock, multipliers, power states, and automatic overclocking features.

DRAM Timing Configuration

Configures DRAM timings for performance tuning, including manual control over various timings.

Voltage and Stability Settings

Adjusts system voltages, manages spread spectrum for EMI, and saves/loads overclocking profiles.

CPU and System Information

Displays CPU/memory details and configures system power management and virtualization features.

ECO (Energy Saving)

Configures energy-saving settings, including EuP 2013, C1E, and Intel C-State.

BROWSER

Instructions for installing and using the MSI Winki browser for internet access.

UTILITIES

Accesses utilities for HDD Backup and Live Update for BIOS updates.

M-Flash

Allows enabling/disabling BIOS booting from USB, selecting/saving BIOS files, and updating BIOS.

Updating the BIOS with Live Update

Guides on how to update the system BIOS using the Live Update utility online.

SECURITY

Manages BIOS and OS passwords, U-Key for security, and Trusted Computing features.

Trusted Computing

Manages TPM support and chassis intrusion detection for system security.

Appendix A Realtek Audio

Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver

Step-by-step guide to install the Realtek HD Audio driver for 2- to 8-channel audio.

Software Configuration

Explains the Realtek HD Audio Manager interface for configuring audio settings and enhancements.

Device Selection

Allows selection of audio output sources and displays connected devices.

Volume Adjustment

Controls the volume and balance of speaker outputs.

Application Enhancement

Provides options for anticipated sound effects for audio devices.

Jack status panel

Shows the status of render and capture devices connected to the computer.

Auto popup dialog

Describes the dialog that appears when plugging in audio jacks.

Appendix B Intel RAID

Introduction

Explains SATA hard drives, RAID controller features, and different RAID levels offered.

Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM

Details how to use the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM for RAID configuration.

Create RAID Volume

Step-by-step guide to create a RAID volume using the Intel RAID Configuration utility.

Delete RAID Volume

Instructions on how to delete a RAID volume and the implications of data loss.

Reset Disks to Non-RAID

Procedure to reset RAID disks back to their non-RAID state, including data loss warning.

Recovery Volume Options

Configures recovery volume modes, changing update policies.

Installing Driver

Guides on installing Intel RAID drivers during Windows 7/XP setup.

Confirming Windows Driver Installation

Verifies the successful installation of the Intel RAID controller driver in Windows Device Manager.

Degraded RAID Array

Explains how to handle degraded RAID arrays, including missing or failed drive members.

System Acceleration (optional)

Details how to enable system acceleration using an SSD as a cache with Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

RST Synchronization (optional)

Describes manual synchronization of data between SSD cache and hard disk for data integrity.

Appendix C Install Windows XP Notes

Installing Windows XP with IDE Mode

Steps to install Windows XP in IDE mode, including BIOS configuration.

Installing Windows XP with AHCI Mode

Steps to install Windows XP in AHCI mode, including creating an AHCI driver disk.

Appendix D Intel SBA

Prerequisites

Lists the requirements for installing Intel SBA, including supported OS and user permissions.

Installing Intel SBA

Step-by-step instructions for installing the Intel SBA software.

Software Configuration

Overview of the Intel SBA control panel and its features for managing the system.

Password settings

Guides on setting up a password and security questions for Intel SBA access.

Help Button

Locates the help button within the Intel SBA GUI for accessing detailed information.

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