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MSI X299 GAMING M7 ACK - User Manual

MSI X299 GAMING M7 ACK
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Drivers & Utilities
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Motherboard User
Guide
Motherboard
SATA Cable Labels
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SATA Cable x4
1 to 2 RGB LED Extension
Y Cable 80cm x1
Antenna x2
SLI HB Bridge M x1
I/O Shield
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MSI X299 GAMING M7 ACK Specifications

General IconGeneral
SocketLGA 2066
ChipsetIntel X299
Form FactorATX
Max Memory Support128GB
SATA 6Gb/s8
U.2 Ports1
USB 3.1 Gen2 (Rear)2
USB 3.1 Gen1 (Rear)4
USB 2.0 (Rear)2
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2
AudioRealtek ALC1220 Codec
PCI Express x16 Slots4
PCI Express x1 Slots1
M.2 Slots2
LAN1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps
Wi-FiIntel Wireless-AC 8265
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10

Summary

Quick Start

Installing a Processor

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU onto the motherboard.

Installing DDR4 memory

Instructions for properly installing DDR4 memory modules.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Guide for connecting front panel case switches and LEDs.

Installing the Motherboard

Procedure for mounting the motherboard inside the computer chassis.

Installing SATA Drives

Steps for connecting SATA storage devices like HDDs and SSDs.

Installing a Graphics Card

Instructions for installing a PCI-Express graphics card.

Connecting the Power Connectors

Steps for connecting ATX and CPU power supply cables.

Power On

Final steps to power on the computer system.

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Details and important notes regarding the CPU socket installation.

DIMM Slots

Guide for installing memory modules in DIMM slots.

PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots

Identification and bandwidth information for PCIe expansion slots.

M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M)

Details on M.2 slots, including installation and M.2 SHIELD FROZR.

OC1: GAME BOOST Knob

Explanation of the GAME BOOST knob for overclocking.

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors

Pinout and connection guide for ATX power connectors.

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

Instructions for resetting BIOS settings using the Clear CMOS jumper.

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Methods to access the system's BIOS setup.

Resetting BIOS

Procedures for restoring BIOS settings to default values.

Updating BIOS

Methods for updating the system's BIOS.

EZ Mode

Overview and features of the basic EZ Mode interface.

Advanced Mode

Overview and features of the Advanced Mode interface.

OC

Overclocking settings for CPU and memory.

M-FLASH

Utility for updating BIOS using a USB flash drive.

Software Description

COMMAND CENTER

Guide to the Command Center software for system monitoring.

GAMING APP

Software for optimizing system performance for gaming.

Nahimic 2

Advanced audio enhancement software.

Intel Extreme Tuning Utility

Software for overclocking, testing, and monitoring system performance.

RAID Configuration

Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM

Guide to entering and using the Intel RST Option ROM.

Creating s RAID Volume

Step-by-step instructions for creating a RAID volume.

Removing a RAID Volume

Procedure for deleting an existing RAID volume.

M.2 PCIe SSD RAID

Guide to creating RAID volumes using M.2 PCIe SSDs.

Intel Optane Memory Configuration

Installing the Intel Optane memory

Step-by-step guide for installing Intel Optane Memory.

Enable Intel Optane Memory

Procedure to enable Intel Optane Memory after installation.

Removing the Intel Optane memory

Steps to safely remove Intel Optane Memory.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for Intel Optane Memory configuration.

Troubleshooting

Computer does not boot after updating BIOS

Steps to resolve boot failures after BIOS updates.

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