MSI Z370 GODLIKE GAMING - Overview of Components

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Overview of Components
PCI_E1
PCI_E1
PCI_E4
PCI_E4
PCI_E5
PCI_E5
PCI_E2
Important
y If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI
Gaming Series Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight and to prevent deformation
of the slot.
y For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using
the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.
y When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and
unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion
card’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software
changes.
y The M2_3, PCI_E3 and LAN3 will be unavailable when installing PCIe device in to
PCI_E5 slot.
PEGSW1: PCIe CeaseFire Switch
The PCIe CeaseFire switch allows you to enable/ disable the PCIe slots (by CPU lanes)
conveniently and directly.
Slots
ON
1 2 3
ON
1 2 3
ON
1 2 3
ON
1 2 3
PCI_E1
✓ ✓ ✓ ─
PCI_E2
✓ ─ ─ ─
PCI_E4
✓ ✓ ─ ─
(✓: enabled, ─: disabled)