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MSI X99A GAMING 7 User Manual

MSI X99A GAMING 7
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X99A GAMING 7
Motherboard
G52-78851XF
Preface

Table of Contents

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MSI X99A GAMING 7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
SocketLGA 2011-3
ChipsetIntel X99
Form FactorATX
Memory Slots8
Max Memory128GB
Memory TypeDDR4
PCI Express x1 Slots1
USB 2.0 Ports6
SATA 6Gb/s10
M.21
SATA Express1
AudioRealtek ALC1150
RAID Support0, 1, 5, 10
Memory Speed2133 MHz
USB 3.0 Ports8
USB 3.12
LANKiller E2205

Summary

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Assembly Precautions

Crucial safety and handling guidelines for installing components to prevent damage.

CPU Installation and Overview

Introduces the CPU and its installation requirements, including socket alignment.

CPU & Heatsink Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and its cooling solution correctly.

Memory Installation

Explains memory installation and multi-channel configurations.

Internal Connectors

Explains various internal connectors on the motherboard for system components.

Chapter 2 Quick Installation

CPU Installation

Step-by-step visual guide for correctly installing the CPU into its socket.

Memory Installation

Visual guide for correctly installing RAM modules into the DIMM slots.

Motherboard Installation

Instructions for mounting the motherboard securely inside the computer case.

Power Connectors Installation

Shows how to connect power supply cables to motherboard power connectors.

Graphics Card Installation

Visual steps for installing a graphics card into a PCIe slot.

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

Entering Setup

How to access the BIOS/UEFI setup utility using keyboard commands or utility.

Updating BIOS

Step-by-step guide for updating the motherboard's BIOS firmware using M-FLASH utility.

Boot Configuration

Manages boot device order, boot modes (Legacy/UEFI), and boot options.

Save & Exit Options

Options for saving configuration changes, discarding them, or loading default settings.

Overclocking (OC)

Section dedicated to overclocking settings, CPU tuning, and performance adjustments.

Voltage Setting

Controls various voltage regulators for CPU, VRM, and other components for stability.

M-FLASH Utility

Utility for updating the motherboard's BIOS firmware directly from a USB flash drive.

Appendix B Intel RAID

Intel Rapid Storage Technology

Guide to entering and using the Intel RAID configuration utility for managing storage.

RAID Volume Management

Detailed steps for creating, deleting, and resetting RAID arrays for storage configuration.

Degraded RAID Array Handling

Explains how to handle RAID arrays that have failed or are missing drives.

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