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MSI X470 GAMING PLUS User Manual

MSI X470 GAMING PLUS
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M.2 Screw x2
SATA Cable Labels

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MSI X470 GAMING PLUS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1866, 2133, 2400, 2667, 2800, 2933, 3000, 3066, 3200, 3466 MHz
Supported memory clock speed (max)3466 MHz
Processor socketSocket AM4
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD Athlon, AMD Ryzen 3, AMD Ryzen 3 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 3 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 5, AMD Ryzen 5 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 5 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 7, AMD Ryzen 7 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 7 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 9 3rd Gen
RAID levels0, 1, 10
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, SATA III
USB 2.0 connectors2
Serial port headers1
Number of SATA III connectors6
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors0
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Wi-FiNo
LAN controllerRealtek 8111H
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Audio chipRealtek ALC892
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetAMD X470
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
PCI Express x1 (Gen 2.x) slots3
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
DirectX version12.0
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Unpacking Guide

Safety Information

Quick Start Guide

Preparing Tools and Components

Lists essential tools and components for PC assembly.

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Connecting Power Connectors

Powering On the System

System Specifications

CPU Specifications

Processor compatibility and socket type.

Chipset Details

Chipset model and features.

Memory Configuration

DDR4 slot count, max capacity, and supported types.

Expansion Slot Details

PCIe slot types, configurations, and limitations.

Onboard Graphics Outputs

Display outputs and maximum resolutions supported.

Multi-GPU Support

CrossFire support for different processor types.

LAN Controller

Network controller details.

Storage Interfaces

SATA and M.2 slot specifications.

RAID Controller

RAID support for SATA storage devices.

USB Port Information

USB port types and counts.

Audio Controller

Audio codec and features.

Back Panel Connectors

List of connectors on the rear I/O panel.

Internal Connectors

List of connectors on the motherboard.

I/O Controller Chip

Integrated I/O controller chip.

Hardware Monitoring

Monitoring of system temperatures and fan speeds.

Form Factor Dimensions

Physical dimensions of the motherboard.

BIOS Features

BIOS flash size, version, and language support.

Supported Software

List of supported MSI software and utilities.

Special Features Overview

Key features like Audio Boost, DDR4 Boost, VR Ready, etc.

Block Diagram

Rear I/O Panel Details

LAN Port LED Status

Status indicators for the LAN port.

Audio Ports Configuration Diagram

Diagram showing audio jack assignments and channels.

Realtek HD Audio Manager

Overview of Motherboard Components

CPU Socket Identification

Location and type of CPU socket.

DIMM Slots Identification

Memory slot locations and labels.

PCIe Expansion Slots (PCI_E1-6)

Identification of PCIe slots and their configurations.

M.2 Slots (M2_1-2)

Identification of M.2 slots and their specifications.

SATA Connectors (SATA1-6)

Identification of SATA connectors and their speed.

Parallel Port Connector (JLPT1)

Location of the parallel port connector.

Power Connectors (CPU_PWR, ATX_PWR)

Identification of motherboard power connectors.

USB 2.0 Connectors (JUSB1-2)

Identification of USB 2.0 headers.

USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors (JUSB3-4)

Identification of USB 3.1 Gen1 headers.

Fan Connectors (CPU, SYS, PUMP)

Identification of fan connectors.

Front Audio Connector (JAUD1)

Identification of the front panel audio header.

Chassis Intrusion Connector (JCI1)

Identification of the chassis intrusion connector.

Front Panel Connectors (JFP1, JFP2)

Identification of front panel connectors for power/reset.

TPM Module Connector (JTPM1)

Identification of the TPM module connector.

Serial Port Connector (JCOM1)

Identification of the serial port connector.

RGB LED Connectors (JRGB1, JRGB2)

Identification of RGB LED headers.

Clear CMOS Jumper (JBAT1)

Identification of the Clear CMOS jumper.

CPU Socket Installation

DIMM Slot Installation

PCIe Expansion Slot Installation

M.2 Slot Installation

SATA Connector Installation

Parallel Port Connector

Motherboard Power Connectors

USB 2.0 Connectors

USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors

Fan Connectors Setup

Front Audio Connector Setup

Chassis Intrusion Connector

Front Panel Connectors Setup

TPM Module Connector

Serial Port Connector

RGB LED Connectors

Clear CMOS Jumper and Button

BIOS Setup Guide

Entering BIOS Setup

Steps and function keys to access BIOS setup menu.

Resetting and Updating BIOS

Methods to restore BIOS to default and update procedures.

EZ Mode BIOS Configuration

Advanced Mode BIOS Configuration

BIOS Settings - SETTINGS Menu

System Status and Information

Displays system date, time, SATA devices, and general system info.

Advanced Settings Configuration

Settings for PCI subsystem configuration.

Integrated Peripherals Settings

Settings for onboard peripherals like LAN, HDD, USB, audio.

SATA and USB Configuration

Sets operation mode for SATA controller and USB functions.

Power Management Setup

Sets ErP Ready and AC Power Loss behaviors.

OS and Boot Configuration

Configures Windows OS, Secure Boot, and wake-up events.

System Boot Options

Sets boot sequence, wake-up by device, and secure erase.

BIOS Security Settings

Sets administrator and user passwords for BIOS security.

Trusted Computing and Chassis Intrusion

Manages TPM functionality and chassis intrusion detection.

Save and Exit BIOS

Overclocking (OC) Settings

OC Explore Mode

Selects between Normal and Expert modes for OC settings.

CPU Ratio and Core Performance Boost

Sets CPU ratio and enables/disables Core Performance Boost.

Downcore Control and A-XMP

Sets core count and enables A-XMP for memory overclocking.

DRAM Frequency Adjustment

Sets the DRAM frequency.

Advanced DRAM Configuration

Sets memory timings for each memory channel.

Digital Power Controls

Controls digital powers related to CPU PWM.

CPU Voltage Protection Settings

Sets voltage limits for CPU over/under-voltage protection.

CPU VRM and NB Settings

Manages CPU VRM, NB voltage, and over-current protection.

CPU and DRAM Voltage Control

Allows manual adjustment of CPU and memory voltages.

CPU Specifications and Features

Displays installed CPU specs, technology, and features.

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

OC Profile Management

Hardware Monitor

A-XMP Operation Guide

Software Installation

Installing Windows 10

Step-by-step guide for installing Windows 10.

Installing Motherboard Drivers

Steps to install motherboard drivers from the disc.

Installing Motherboard Utilities

Steps to install motherboard utilities from the disc.

APP MANAGER Utility

LIVE UPDATE 6 Software

COMMAND CENTER Software

CPU Fan Control

Controls CPU fan speed via Smart or Manual mode.

CPU Voltage Adjustment

Control panel for adjusting CPU voltage.

DRAM Frequency and Voltage

Adjusts DRAM frequency and voltage.

IGP Frequency and GT Voltage

Adjusts IGP ratio and GT voltage.

Advanced Option Buttons

Accesses advanced voltage, fan, and DRAM settings.

Setting Option Buttons

Accesses record, warning, and mobile control features.

Gadget Mode Monitoring

Monitors system status using customizable gadgets.

GAMING APP Utility

OSD Setting Panel

Specifies information displayed on the on-screen display (OSD).

Eye Rest Display Optimization

Optimizes display by reducing blue-light.

Gaming Hotkey Configuration

Mouse Master Utility

VR Ready Features

Voice Boost Functionality

X-BOOST Performance Modes

MYSTIC LIGHT RGB Control

Motherboard LED Lighting Effects

MYSTIC LIGHT PARTY Setup

Joining a Mystic Light Party

Connects other computers to the Mystic Light Party group.

Group Control Panel

SMART TOOL Utility

SUPER RAID Utility

RAMDISK Virtual Drive

Nahimic 2.5 Audio Software

Nahimic Installation and Updates

Steps to install or update Nahimic 2.5 audio driver.

Nahimic Audio Tab Settings

Accesses audio effects, profiles, and settings in Nahimic.

Nahimic Microphone Tab

HD Audio Recorder 2

Sound Tracker Feature

RAID Configuration

AMD RAID Controller BIOS Utility

Guide to configuring RAID using the BIOS utility.

Initialize Disks for RAID

Create RAID Arrays

Delete RAID Arrays

Swap RAID Arrays

Manage RAID Spares

RAID Controller Options

Controller Boot Sequence Options

Configures options for the RAID controller's boot sequence.

Booting from RAID Array

Enables boot support for RAID arrays.

Boot Sequence Warning Pauses

Configures boot sequence pausing for critical/offline warnings.

Staggered Spinup Count

UEFI RAID Volume Creation

Installing RAID Drivers

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power Issues

Steps to diagnose and fix power-on issues.

No Monitor Signal Issues

Steps to diagnose and fix no-signal issues.

Boot Failure After BIOS Update

Solutions for boot failures after BIOS updates.

Lost BIOS Password Resolution

Method to reset a lost BIOS password.

No Audio Issues

Steps to diagnose and fix audio output issues.

Network Connectivity Issues

Steps to diagnose and fix network connectivity issues.

USB Device Not Working

Steps to diagnose and fix USB device issues.

Regulatory Notices

FCC Compliance Statement

Statement regarding compliance with FCC rules for digital devices.

CE Conformity Information

Compliance with relevant EU directives for CE marking.

C-Tick Compliance

Compliance statement for C-Tick certification.

Battery Disposal Guidelines

Guidelines for battery disposal and recycling.

Chemical Substances Information

Information on chemical substances in products per REACH.

Environmental Policy

MSI's policy on product reuse, recycling, and disposal.

WEEE Statement

Statement regarding WEEE directive for electrical equipment.

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