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MSI X299 RAIDER User Manual

MSI X299 RAIDER
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MSI X299 RAIDER Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel X299
CPU SocketLGA 2066
Form FactorATX
Maximum Memory128 GB
LANIntel I219-V Gigabit LAN
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Memory Slots8
PCIe Slots3 x PCIe 3.0 x16
Storage Interface8 x SATA 6Gb/s
AudioRealtek ALC1220
Multi-GPU Support3-Way CrossFire
Memory SpeedUp to 4133MHz (OC)

Summary

Safety Information

Quick Start Guide

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting the Power Connectors

Power On Procedure

Rear I/O Panel Details

CPU Socket Installation

DIMM Slots - 4-Channel Configuration

PCIe Expansion Slots and Bandwidth

Installing SLI Graphics Cards

M.2 Slots and Module Installation

Installing M.2 Module

Provides instructions on how to install an M.2 module into the motherboard slot.

Power Connectors

CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connector Pinouts

Explains how to connect the ATX and CPU power supply connectors.

USB Front Panel Connectors

Fan and Thunderbolt Connectors

CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connector Pinouts

Explains PWM and DC fan connector types and pin definitions.

TPM Module and CMOS Reset Jumper

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

Explains the Clear CMOS jumper and the procedure for resetting BIOS.

BIOS Switch and Recovery Procedures

Onboard Diagnostic LEDs

BIOS Setup Navigation

Entering BIOS Setup

Details methods to enter the BIOS setup menu, including key presses and software.

BIOS Management and Updates

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH

Step-by-step guide for updating the BIOS using the M-FLASH utility.

BIOS EZ Mode Interface

BIOS Advanced Mode Navigation

Advanced Mode Menu Options

Lists and describes the main menu options available in Advanced Mode (SETTINGS, OC, M-FLASH, etc.).

BIOS Settings - System Status

BIOS Advanced Settings - PCI Configuration

BIOS Advanced Settings - Peripherals and Power

BIOS Settings - OS and Secure Boot

BIOS Settings - Wake Up Events

BIOS Settings - Boot Options

BIOS Security and Password Management

Administrator and User Passwords

How to set administrator and user passwords for system security.

BIOS Security and Save/Exit Options

Save & Exit Options

Options for saving/discarding changes, restoring defaults, and boot override.

BIOS OC Settings - Overview and CPU Ratio

OC Explore Mode and CPU Ratio Application

Options to switch between normal/expert OC modes and set CPU ratio application.

BIOS OC Settings - CPU and Memory Features

CPU Ratio Mode and Offset Settings

Configuration of CPU ratio operating mode and offset for AVX instructions.

Ring Ratio, EIST, and Turbo Boost

Settings for ring ratio, EIST, Intel Turbo Boost, and Enhanced Turbo.

Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.)

Enabling X.M.P. for memory overclocking.

BIOS OC Settings - DRAM and Power Control

DRAM Frequency and Timing Settings

Settings for DRAM frequency, timing modes, and advanced configuration.

SVID and Voltage Control Options

Settings for SVID communication and voltage control for CPU, DRAM, and PCH.

BIOS CPU Settings and Features

CPU Changed Detect and CPU Specifications

Settings for detecting CPU/memory changes and viewing CPU specifications.

CPU Technology Support and Memory-Z

Information on CPU technology support and memory details via Memory-Z.

CPU Features - Hyper-Threading

Configuration for Intel Hyper-Threading technology.

BIOS CPU Power Management Settings

Intel VT-D, Hardware Prefetcher, AES Instructions

Settings for Intel VT-D, hardware prefetcher, and CPU AES instructions.

Thermal Monitor, C-States, and CFG Lock

Configurations for thermal monitoring, C-States, and CFG lock.

BIOS OC Power Limits and Frequencies

M-FLASH Utility for BIOS Updates

OC PROFILE Management

Software Installation Procedures

Installing Drivers

Instructions for installing motherboard drivers from the MSI disc.

Installing Utilities

Guide to installing motherboard utilities from the MSI disc.

APP MANAGER Utility

LIVE UPDATE 6 - System Updates

LIVE UPDATE 6 - Total Installer Feature

COMMAND CENTER - Overview and Profile Control

COMMAND CENTER - Fan and Voltage Control

COMMAND CENTER - Advanced and Setting Options

X-BOOST - Easy Mode Performance Settings

X-BOOST - Advance Mode Performance Features

MYSTICLIGHT - Synchronizing LED Devices

MYSTICLIGHT - Motherboard LED Customization

MSI SMART TOOL - Windows USB Drive Creation

MSI SMART TOOL - Software RAID Configuration

NETWORK MANAGER - Bandwidth Configuration

NETWORK MANAGER - Speed Testing Procedure

Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility (XTU)

XTU Navigation, Views, and Settings

Overview of Intel XTU navigation, views, settings, and help functions.

XTU Tuning Controls and System Monitoring

Details tuning controls, system table, graphs, and monitors in Intel XTU.

RAID Configuration Overview

Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (IRST)

Instructions on entering the IRST Option ROM for RAID setup.

Creating a RAID Volume

Managing RAID Volumes

Removing a RAID Volume

Steps to delete a RAID volume and revert disks to non-RAID.

Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Procedure to reset disks to their original non-RAID state.

RAID Recovery and Degraded Array Management

Degraded RAID Array Handling

Explains what a degraded RAID array is and how to re-establish data redundancy.

RAID Array Rebuild Process

M.2 PCIe SSD RAID Configuration

Creating M.2 PCIe SSD RAID via M.2/Optane Genie

Steps to create M.2 PCIe SSD RAID using M.2/Optane Genie in BIOS.

Creating M.2 PCIe SSD RAID via UEFI BIOS

Steps to create M.2 PCIe SSD RAID using UEFI BIOS settings.

M.2 PCIe SSD RAID - Create Volume Steps

Removing M.2 PCIe SSD RAID

Removing M.2 PCIe SSD RAID via M.2/Optane Genie

Steps to remove an M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volume using M.2/Optane Genie.

Removing M.2 PCIe SSD RAID via UEFI BIOS

Steps to remove an M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volume using UEFI BIOS.

Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration

Installing the Intel® Optane™ Memory Module

Step-by-step guide to install Intel Optane memory and RST.

Enabling Intel® Optane™ Memory and Cautions

Removing Intel® Optane™ Memory

Disable M.2/Optane Genie

Steps to disable M.2/Optane Genie in BIOS before removing Optane memory.

Troubleshooting Optane Memory and SATA Mode

General Troubleshooting Common Issues

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