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MSI Z270M MORTAR User Manual

MSI Z270M MORTAR
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Table of Contents

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MSI Z270M MORTAR Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
SocketLGA 1151
ChipsetIntel Z270
Memory TypeDDR4
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory Supported64 GB
PCIe 3.0 x162
PCIe 3.0 x12
SATA 6Gb/s6
M.2 Slots2
USB 3.1 Gen1 (Rear)2
USB 2.0 (Rear)2
USB 2.04
AudioRealtek ALC892 Codec
RAID Support0/1/5/10
LAN1 x Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN

Summary

Unpacking Motherboard Components

Motherboard Safety Information

Quick Start Guide

Preparing Tools and Components

Lists essential tools and components required for motherboard installation.

Installing a Processor

Step-by-step instructions for safely installing the CPU.

Installing DDR4 Memory

Guide on how to properly install DDR4 RAM modules into the slots.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Instructions for connecting front panel connectors to the motherboard.

Installing the Motherboard

Steps for mounting the motherboard securely into the computer chassis.

Installing SATA Drives

Guide for connecting SATA storage devices like SSDs and HDDs.

Installing a Graphics Card

Instructions for installing a graphics card into the PCIe slot.

Connecting Peripheral Devices

How to connect external peripherals like keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

Connecting Power Connectors

Details on connecting ATX and CPU power cables from the PSU.

Power On Procedure

Steps to power on the computer after assembly is complete.

Motherboard Specifications

CPU, Chipset, and Memory Specs

Details on CPU support, chipset features, and memory configurations.

Expansion Slots, Graphics, and Multi-GPU

Information on PCIe slots, onboard graphics outputs, and multi-GPU support.

Storage, RAID, USB, Audio, and LAN

Specifications for storage interfaces, RAID, USB ports, audio, and networking.

Board Connectors and Form Factor

Details on motherboard connectors and physical dimensions.

BIOS Features and Software Utilities

Overview of BIOS capabilities and included software utilities.

MSI Special Features

Highlights of unique MSI motherboard features and technologies.

Software Description and Utilities

Installing OS, Drivers, and Utilities

Guide to installing operating system, drivers, and utility software.

Command Center Overview

Introduction to the MSI Command Center utility for system control.

CPU Fan and Voltage Control

How to manage CPU fan speeds and voltages using software.

Game Boost and Performance Modes

Using Game Boost and X-BOOST for performance tuning.

RAMDisk and Gaming LAN Manager

Features for creating RAM disks and managing network traffic.

Streaming and Recording Software

Guide to using XSplit Gamecaster for gameplay streaming.

SteelSeries Engine Configuration

How to customize SteelSeries gaming peripherals.

CPU-Z and Tuning Utilities

Using CPU-Z for system info and Intel XTU for overclocking.

RAID Configuration

RAID Levels and Comparison

Explanation of different RAID levels and their characteristics.

Creating and Managing RAID Volumes

Steps for creating, deleting, and resetting RAID volumes.

Handling Degraded RAID Arrays

Procedures for dealing with degraded RAID arrays and failed drives.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Display Issues

Solutions for no power or no signal to the monitor problems.

Boot and Connectivity Problems

Troubleshooting boot failures, audio, network, and USB issues.

Regulatory and Compliance Notices

FCC, CE, Battery, and Chemical Information

Compliance statements, battery disposal, and chemical information.

WEEE Statement

Information regarding waste electrical and electronic equipment disposal.

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