MSI X299 GAMING PRO CARBON User Manual

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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI
®
X299 GAMING PRO CARBON/
X299 GAMING PRO CARBON AC 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.
Kurzanleitung
Danke, dass Sie das MSI
®
X299 GAMING PRO CARBON/ X299
GAMING PRO CARBON AC Motherboard gewählt haben. Dieser
Abschnitt der Kurzanleitung bietet eine Demo zur Installation
Ihres Computers. Manche Installationen bieten auch die
Videodemonstrationen. Klicken Sie auf die URL, um diese
Videoanleitung mit Ihrem Browser auf Ihrem Handy oder Table
anzusehen. Oder scannen Sie auch den QR Code mit Ihrem Handy,
um die URL zu öffnen.
Présentation rapide
Merci d’avoir choisi la carte mère MSI
®
X299 GAMING PRO CARBON/
X299 GAMING PRO CARBON AC. Ce manuel fournit une rapide
présentation avec des illustrations explicatives qui vous aideront à
assembler votre ordinateur. Des tutoriels vidéo sont disponibles pour
certaines étapes. Cliquez sur le lien fourni pour regarder la vidéo sur
votre téléphone ou votre tablette. Vous pouvez également accéder au
lien en scannant le QR code qui lui est associé.
Быстрый старт
Благодарим вас за покупку материнской платы MSI
®
X299
GAMING PRO CARBON/ X299 GAMING PRO CARBON AC. В этом
разделе представлена информация, которая поможет
вам при сборке комьютера. Для некоторых этапов
сборки имеются видеоинструкции. Для просмотра видео,
необходимо открыть соответствующую ссылку в веб-
браузере на вашем телефоне или планшете. Вы также
можете выполнить переход по ссылке, путем сканирования
QR-кода.

MSI X299 GAMING PRO CARBON Specifications

General

Socket	LGA 2066
Chipset	Intel X299
Form Factor	ATX
Maximum Memory Support	128GB
Memory Types	DDR4
PCIe 3.0 x16 Slots	3
SATA 6Gb/s Ports	8
M.2 Slots	2
U.2 Ports	1
USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)	1
USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C (Rear)	1
USB 3.1 Gen1 (Rear)	4
USB 2.0 (Rear)	2
Audio	Realtek ALC1220
Networking	Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN
RAID Support	0, 1, 5, 10
Multi-GPU Support	3-Way SLI / 3-Way CrossFire

Summary

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Front Panel Header Connection

Motherboard Installation

SATA Drive Installation

Graphics Card Installation

Power Connector Installation

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Key safety guidelines for handling components and preventing damage during assembly.

System Specifications: Core Components

CPU, Chipset, and Memory

Details on CPU, chipset, and DDR4 memory support and configurations.

Expansion Slots and Audio/LAN

Specifications for PCIe slots, audio codec, and LAN controller.

System Specifications: Connectivity and Storage

Wireless, Bluetooth, and USB Ports

Details on wireless modules, Bluetooth versions, and USB port specifications.

Storage Options (SATA, M.2)

Information on SATA connectors, M.2 slots, and storage device support.

System Specifications: Interfaces

RAID and Internal Connectors

Specifications for RAID support and internal motherboard connectors.

Back Panel Connectors

System Specifications: Management and Features

System Specifications: Software and Special Features

System Specifications: Special Features

Rear I/O Panel Overview

Port Descriptions and LED Status

Detailed layout of rear I/O ports, including LAN LED status tables.

Overview of Components

Motherboard Component Layout

Diagram illustrating the location of major connectors and headers on the motherboard.

CPU Socket and Installation

LGA 2066 CPU Installation Guide

Instructions and important notes for installing the CPU into the LGA 2066 socket.

DIMM Slots and Memory Configuration

Memory Module Installation Recommendations

Guidelines for installing memory modules for 4-channel and 2-channel configurations.

PCIe Expansion Slots

PCIe Slot Bandwidth Table

Information on PCIe slot configurations and bandwidth for different CPU lanes.

Multiple Graphics Card Installation

Graphics Card Installation Recommendations

Advice on installing multiple graphics cards, including support tools.

M.2 Slots and Installation

M.2 Module Installation and Shield Usage

Instructions for installing M.2 modules and using the M.2 shield for heat dissipation.

GAME BOOST Knob Functionality

Overclocking Stages and Settings

Explanation of the GAME BOOST knob, stages, and CPU frequency adjustments.

Power Connectors

ATX and CPU Power Connector Pinouts

Onboard LEDs Overview

EZ Debug, DIMM, and XMP LEDs

Debug Code LED

Debug Code LED Table and Boot Phases

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS and Function Keys

Methods to enter BIOS setup and a guide to essential function keys.

BIOS Setup: Resetting and Updating

Resetting BIOS Defaults

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH and Live Update

BIOS Setup: BIOS FLASHBACK+

Updating BIOS with BIOS FLASHBACK+

EZ Mode BIOS Configuration

EZ Mode Interface and Key Functions

Advanced Mode BIOS Configuration

Advanced Mode Interface and BIOS Menus

OC Menu for Overclocking

CPU Overclocking Settings and Parameters

Detailed explanation of CPU overclocking settings, ratios, and frequencies.