MSI Z270 KRAIT GAMING User Manual

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MSI Z270 KRAIT GAMING Specifications

General

Brand	MSI
Model	Z270 KRAIT GAMING
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Unpacking

Safety Information

Quick Start Guide

Preparing Tools and Components

Lists essential tools and components for PC assembly.

Installing a Processor

Guide on how to correctly install the CPU onto the motherboard.

Installing DDR4 Memory

Instructions for installing RAM modules into the DIMM slots.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Explains how to connect front panel case connectors to the motherboard.

Installing the Motherboard

Steps for mounting the motherboard inside the computer case.

Installing SATA Drives

Guide on connecting SATA storage devices like SSDs and HDDs.

Installing a Graphics Card

Instructions for installing a graphics card into a PCIe slot.

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Details on connecting external devices like keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

Connecting the Power Connectors

Guide for connecting ATX and CPU power supply cables.

Power On

Steps to power on the computer after assembly.

Rear I/O Panel

Overview of Components

CPU Socket Installation

Description and installation guide for the CPU socket.

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

Information on RAM slots and installation recommendations.

PCIe Expansion Slots Guide

Details on PCIe slot configurations and usage.

M.2 Slots (Key M) Installation

Guide for installing M.2 storage devices.

SATA Connectors and Combinations

Information on SATA connectors and M.2/SATA combinations.

Front Panel Connectors (JFP1, JFP2)

Explanation of front panel connector pinouts.

Power Connectors (CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1)

Details on power supply connectors.

Serial Port Connector (JCOM1)

USB 2.0 Connectors (JUSB1~2)

Details on USB 2.0 header pinouts.

USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors (JUSB3~4)

Details on USB 3.1 Gen1 header pinouts.

Fan Connectors (CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1-4, PUMP_FAN1)

Guide to fan connectors and modes.

Front Audio Connector (JAUD1)

Chassis Intrusion Connector (JCI1)

TPM Module Connector (JTPM1)

Clear CMOS Jumper (JBAT1)

RGB LED Connector (JLED1)

Parallel Port Connector (JLPT1)

BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Methods to access the BIOS setup utility.

Resetting BIOS Settings

Procedures for resetting BIOS settings.

Updating Motherboard BIOS

Information on updating the motherboard BIOS.

EZ Mode Interface

Advanced Mode Interface

SETTINGS Menu

Advanced BIOS Settings

M-FLASH Utility

Software Description

Installing OS, Drivers, and Utilities

Guides for initial system setup.

LIVE UPDATE 6 Software

Total Installer Utility

COMMAND CENTER Software

System Control Panels

GAMING APP Features

GAMING LAN MANAGER and Speed Testing

MSI SMART TOOL

SOFTWARE RAID Utility

Nahimic 2 Audio Features

Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility

RAID Configuration

Using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology

Guide to setting up RAID via Intel RST Option ROM.

Creating a RAID Volume

Steps to create a new RAID volume.

Removing a RAID Volume

Procedure to delete an existing RAID volume.

Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Degraded RAID Array Handling

Failed Hard Drive Member Recovery

M.2 PCIe SSD RAID Configuration

Guide for configuring RAID with M.2 PCIe SSDs.

Removing M.2 PCIe SSD RAID Volume

Procedure to remove an M.2 RAID volume.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Boot Problems

Solutions for power or boot-related problems.

Connectivity and Configuration Issues

Troubleshooting for audio, network, USB, and BIOS password issues.