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MSI Z270 XPOWER GAMING TITANIUM User Manual

MSI Z270 XPOWER GAMING TITANIUM
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Thank you for buying the MSI
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Z270 XPOWER GAMING TITANIUM 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 x6
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Connector
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Guide
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Table of Contents

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MSI Z270 XPOWER GAMING TITANIUM Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorATX
CPU SocketLGA 1151
ChipsetIntel Z270
Memory TypeDDR4
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory Supported64GB
PCIe 3.0 x16 Slots3
PCIe x1 Slots3
SATA 6Gb/s Ports6
M.2 Slots2
USB 3.1 Gen1 (Rear)4
USB 2.0 (Rear)2
AudioRealtek ALC1220 Codec
Memory SupportDDR4 3866(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3466(OC)/3400(OC)/3200/3000/2800/2600/2400/2133 MHz
USB 3.1 Gen2 (Rear)1 (Type-A), 1 (Type-C)
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Multi-GPU SupportAMD 3-Way CrossFire
LAN1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps

Summary

Unpacking

Safety Information

Quick Start

Installing a Processor

Step-by-step guide on how to install the CPU onto the motherboard.

Installing DDR4 Memory

Instructions for correctly installing DDR4 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Details on connecting the front panel connectors to the motherboard headers.

Installing the Motherboard

Guide on how to mount the motherboard inside the computer chassis.

Installing SATA Drives

Instructions for installing SATA storage devices like SSDs and HDDs.

Installing a Graphics Card

Steps for installing a graphics card into the PCIe expansion slots.

Connecting the Power Connectors

Diagrams showing how to connect the ATX and CPU power supply cables.

Power On

Procedure for powering on the computer system for the first time.

Rear I/O Panel

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Details on the LGA 1151 CPU socket and important installation notes.

DIMM Slots

Information on DIMM slots and recommendations for memory module installation.

PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots

Details on PCIe expansion slots and graphics card installation configurations.

M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)

Details on M.2 slots and instructions for installing M.2 modules and shield.

CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, PCIE_PWR1: Power Connectors

Pin definitions for ATX power supply connectors.

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

Instructions for clearing CMOS settings using the JBAT1 jumper.

Onboard LEDs

Debug Code LED

Displays progress and error codes during POST and boot.

BIOS Setup

Resetting BIOS

Procedures for restoring BIOS settings to default values.

Updating BIOS

Guides for updating BIOS using M-FLASH or Live Update 6.

Updating BIOS with BIOS FLASHBACK+

Step-by-step instructions for BIOS updates using the FLASHBACK+ button.

OC

CPU Ratio

Adjusts the CPU ratio to determine the CPU clock speed.

M-FLASH

Software Description

Installing Windows 7/ 8.1/ 10

Instructions for installing Windows operating systems.

Installing Drivers

Procedure for installing motherboard drivers from the included disc.

Installing Utilities

Steps for installing system utilities from the driver disc.

LIVE UPDATE 6

Guide to using LIVE UPDATE 6 for driver and software updates.

COMMAND CENTER

Overview of COMMAND CENTER for system adjustment and monitoring.

GAMING APP

Details on GAMING APP for controlling system performance and features.

X-BOOST

Selects system performance modes to enhance speed.

GAMING LAN MANAGER

Manages network traffic and optimizes internet performance.

Nahimic 2

Enhances audio experience with effects, profiles, and settings.

Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility

Overclocking software for tuning, testing, and monitoring system performance.

RAID Configuration

Creating a RAID Volume

Step-by-step process for creating a RAID volume in the IRST utility.

M.2 PCIe SSD RAID

Guide to creating M.2 PCIe SSD RAID volumes using UEFI BIOS.

Troubleshooting

The power is not on.

Troubleshooting steps for power-related issues.

The power is on, but no signal to monitor

Steps to diagnose and resolve no-signal issues.

The computer does not boot after updating the BIOS

Solutions for boot failures after a BIOS update.

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