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MSI Z170A PC MATE User Manual

MSI Z170A PC MATE
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Thank you for buying the MSI
®
Z170A PC MATE motherboard. Check to make sure
your motherboard box contains the following items. If something is missing, contact
your dealer as soon as possible.
SATA Cable x2
Drivers & Utilities
Disc
Motherboard User
Guide
I/O Shield
Motherboard

Table of Contents

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MSI Z170A PC MATE Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel Z170
SocketLGA 1151
Memory SupportDDR4
Maximum Memory64GB
Memory Slots4
PCIe x16 Slots2
PCIe x1 Slots3
SATA Ports6
M.2 Slots1
USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports6
USB 3.1 Gen2 Ports0
USB 2.0 Ports6
Form FactorATX
AudioRealtek ALC887 Codec
Memory Speed2133 MHz
LANRealtek RTL8111H
Video OutputsDVI-D, HDMI

Summary

Safety Information

Quick Start Guide

Installing a Processor

Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the CPU onto the motherboard socket.

Installing DDR4 Memory

Guidance on how to properly insert DDR4 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Details on connecting the case's front panel connectors to the motherboard.

Installing the Motherboard

Instructions for physically mounting the motherboard inside the computer chassis.

Installing SATA Drives

Procedure for connecting SATA storage devices like SSDs and HDDs to the system.

Specifications Overview

Overview of Components

BIOS Setup Guide

Entering and Resetting BIOS

Methods to enter BIOS setup and procedures for resetting BIOS settings.

Updating BIOS

Instructions for updating BIOS using M-FLASH and Live Update 6.

BIOS Settings Configuration

Details on configuring various BIOS settings like System Status, OC, and Peripherals.

Software Description

MSI Command Center

Overview of the Command Center software for system monitoring and adjustment.

RAID Configuration

Intel Rapid Storage Technology

Introduction to IRST Option ROM for RAID volume management.

Creating and Managing RAID Volumes

Steps for creating, deleting, and resetting RAID volumes.

Recovery Options and Degraded Arrays

Handling recovery volume options and addressing degraded RAID array states.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Display Issues

Guidance for resolving power-related problems and no signal to monitor.

Boot and BIOS Problems

Solutions for boot failures after BIOS update and lost BIOS passwords.

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