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MSI Z170A TOMAHAWK - User Manual

MSI Z170A TOMAHAWK
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Thank you for buying the MSI
®
motherboard Z170A TOMAHAWK/ B150A TOMAHAWK/
B150 TOMAHAWK/ Z170A TOMAHAWK AC/ B150A TOMAHAWK AC/ B150 TOMAHAWK
AC. Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items. If
something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
SATA Cable x6
Drivers & Utilities
Disc
Motherboard User
Guide
I/O Shield
Motherboard
Antenna x2
For Z170A/ B150A/ B150 TOMAHAWK AC
Intel 8260 Wi-
Fi/ Bluetooth
Module
Wi-Fi/ Bluetooth
Module Bracket
Antenna Bracket
Intel 8260 Wi-Fi/
Bluetooth Driver
Disc

Table of Contents

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MSI Z170A TOMAHAWK Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel Z170
SocketLGA 1151
Form FactorATX
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory64 GB
PCIe x16 Slots2
PCIe x1 Slots3
SATA Ports6
M.2 Slots1
USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports6
USB 2.0 Ports6
AudioRealtek ALC892
Memory Speed2133 MHz
RAID SupportYes (0, 1, 5, 10)
Multi-GPU SupportAMD CrossFire
USB 3.1 Gen2 Ports2 (1 Type-A, 1 Type-C)

Summary

Unpacking Guide

Safety Information and Precautions

Quick Start Guide

Installing a Processor

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

Installing DDR4 Memory

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

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Diagrams and pinouts for connecting front panel connectors like power and LEDs.

Installing the Motherboard

Instructions for mounting the motherboard securely inside the computer chassis.

BIOS Setup Configuration

OC Settings

Configuration options for CPU overclocking, including ratios and frequencies.

M-FLASH BIOS Update

Procedure for updating the motherboard BIOS using a USB flash drive.

Overview of Motherboard Components

CPU Socket Installation

Information and precautions for installing the CPU into the LGA 1151 socket.

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

Guidance on memory module installation and recommendations for DIMM slots.

PCIe and PCI Expansion Slots

Details on the PCIe and PCI slots, including bandwidth and multi-GPU configurations.

Software Description and Utilities

RAID Configuration Options

Troubleshooting Common Issues

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