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MSI Z490M-S01 - User Manual

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LAN Port LED Status Table ........................................................................................7
Audio Ports Configuration ..........................................................................................7
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CPU Socket .................................................................................................................9
DIMM Slots................................................................................................................10
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots ..............................................................................11
JFP1: Front Panel Connector ...................................................................................12
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ................................................................................12
SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ...........................................................................13
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) .......................................................................................13
ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1~2: Power Connectors .......................................................14
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors .................................................................................15
JUSB3~4: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connector .............................................................15
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~3: Fan Connectors ......................................16
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ...............................................................................16
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ...........................................................................17
JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector ..........................................................17
JRTD3: Intel RTD3 Connector ..................................................................................17
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ...............................................................18
EZ Debug LED (Z490M PLUS/ Z490M PLUS WIFI only) ...........................................18
JRGB1: RGB LED connector .....................................................................................18
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BIOS Setup ................................................................................................................20
Entering BIOS Setup .................................................................................................20
Resetting BIOS ..........................................................................................................21
Updating BIOS...........................................................................................................21
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Installing Windows® 10 .............................................................................................22
Installing Drivers ......................................................................................................22
Installing Utilities .....................................................................................................22
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® 
motherboard. This User Guide
gives information about board layout, component overview,
BIOS setup and software installation.

Table of Contents

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Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

General safety guidelines and precautions for handling components to prevent damage.

Handling Precautions

Specific instructions on handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic discharge and damage.

Specifications Overview

CPU, Chipset, Memory, and Expansion Slots

Details on CPU socket, Z490 chipset, DDR4 memory slots, and PCIe expansion slots.

Graphics, Audio, and LAN

Information on onboard graphics ports, audio codec, and LAN controller specifications.

Detailed Specifications

Wireless LAN & Bluetooth, Storage, and RAID

Specifications for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, M.2 slots, SATA ports, and RAID support.

USB and I;O Controller

Information on USB port types and the I/O controller chip.

Additional Specifications

Hardware Monitor, Form Factor, and BIOS Features

Specifications for hardware monitoring, motherboard form factor, and BIOS features.

Internal Connectors Overview

A list and description of internal connectors on the motherboard.

Final Specifications

Back Panel Connectors

Details of ports available on the motherboard's back panel.

Software and Dragon Center Features

Information about included software and MSI Dragon Center features.

Rear I;O Panel Details

LAN Status and Audio Configuration

Explains LAN port LED indicators and audio port channel configurations.

Overview of Motherboard Components

Motherboard Layout Diagram

A visual diagram labeling key components and connectors on the motherboard.

CPU Socket Installation

CPU Installation Procedure and Heatsink Importance

Steps for CPU installation and the critical need for a heatsink for stability.

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

Memory Module Installation Guide

Instructions and recommendations for installing RAM modules into DIMM slots.

PCIe Expansion Slot Usage

PCIe Slot Usage Recommendations

Guidelines on using PCIe slots, especially for expansion cards like GPUs.

Front Panel Connectors

JFP1: Front Panel Connector Pinout

Details the pin configuration for the front panel connector (power, LEDs, reset).

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector Pinout

Details the pin configuration for the front panel audio connector.

Storage Connectors

SATA 6 Gb;s Connectors and M.2 Slot Installation

Information on SATA connectors and instructions for M.2 SSD installation.

Power Connectors

ATX and CPU Power Connector Pinouts

Details the pin assignments for ATX and CPU power connectors.

USB Front Panel Connectors

USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 1 Pinout

Pin configurations for USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 1 front panel connectors.

Fan and TPM Connectors

Fan Connector Specifications

Details on PWM fan connectors, default modes, current, and power ratings.

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

Information about the TPM module connector and its pinout.

Special Connectors

Chassis Intrusion, Thunderbolt, and RTD3 Connectors

Details on Chassis Intrusion, Thunderbolt, and Intel RTD3 connectors.

BIOS Reset and LED Indicators

Clear CMOS Jumper and EZ Debug LED

Instructions for clearing CMOS and explanation of EZ Debug LED indicators.

JRGB1: RGB LED Connector

Information on connecting RGB LED strips to the motherboard.

UEFI BIOS Configuration

UEFI BIOS Advantages and Incompatibilities

Benefits, features, and potential incompatibilities of UEFI BIOS.

Checking BIOS Mode

How to identify whether the system is in UEFI or CSM boot mode.

BIOS Setup Procedures

Entering BIOS Setup and Function Keys

Instructions on accessing BIOS and a guide to its function keys.

BIOS Management

Resetting and Updating BIOS

Procedures for resetting BIOS and updating it via M-FLASH or Dragon Center.

System Installation Guides

Installing Windows 10, Drivers, and Utilities

Step-by-step guides for installing Windows 10, drivers, and system utilities.

Regulatory Compliance Information

FCC, KC, Battery, and CE Compliance

Compliance statements for FCC, KC, battery disposal, and CE marking.

Environmental and Chemical Information

Chemical Substances and WEEE Disposal

Information on chemical substances and EU Waste Electrical/Electronic Equipment disposal.

Multilingual WEEE Statements

WEEE disposal information provided in multiple European languages.

WEEE Statements (Continued)

WEEE Statements in Various Languages

WEEE disposal information in Serbian, Polish, Turkish, Czech, Hungarian, and Italian.

Wireless Radio and RF Compliance

Wireless Radio Use Restrictions and RF Levels

Restrictions on wireless radio use and details on RF bands and power levels.

Product Compliance and Technical Support

Hazardous Substances Declaration

Declaration of hazardous substances contained in the motherboard components.

Technical Support Resources

Information on how to get technical support and access online resources.

Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

General safety guidelines and precautions for handling components to prevent damage.

Handling Precautions

Specific instructions on handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic discharge and damage.

Specifications Overview

CPU, Chipset, Memory, and Expansion Slots

Details on CPU socket, Z490 chipset, DDR4 memory slots, and PCIe expansion slots.

Graphics, Audio, and LAN

Information on onboard graphics ports, audio codec, and LAN controller specifications.

Detailed Specifications

Wireless LAN & Bluetooth, Storage, and RAID

Specifications for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, M.2 slots, SATA ports, and RAID support.

USB and I;O Controller

Information on USB port types and the I/O controller chip.

Additional Specifications

Hardware Monitor, Form Factor, and BIOS Features

Specifications for hardware monitoring, motherboard form factor, and BIOS features.

Internal Connectors Overview

A list and description of internal connectors on the motherboard.

Final Specifications

Back Panel Connectors

Details of ports available on the motherboard's back panel.

Software and Dragon Center Features

Information about included software and MSI Dragon Center features.

Rear I;O Panel Details

LAN Status and Audio Configuration

Explains LAN port LED indicators and audio port channel configurations.

Overview of Motherboard Components

Motherboard Layout Diagram

A visual diagram labeling key components and connectors on the motherboard.

CPU Socket Installation

CPU Installation Procedure and Heatsink Importance

Steps for CPU installation and the critical need for a heatsink for stability.

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

Memory Module Installation Guide

Instructions and recommendations for installing RAM modules into DIMM slots.

PCIe Expansion Slot Usage

PCIe Slot Usage Recommendations

Guidelines on using PCIe slots, especially for expansion cards like GPUs.

Front Panel Connectors

JFP1: Front Panel Connector Pinout

Details the pin configuration for the front panel connector (power, LEDs, reset).

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector Pinout

Details the pin configuration for the front panel audio connector.

Storage Connectors

SATA 6 Gb;s Connectors and M.2 Slot Installation

Information on SATA connectors and instructions for M.2 SSD installation.

Power Connectors

ATX and CPU Power Connector Pinouts

Details the pin assignments for ATX and CPU power connectors.

USB Front Panel Connectors

USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 1 Pinout

Pin configurations for USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 1 front panel connectors.

Fan and TPM Connectors

Fan Connector Specifications

Details on PWM fan connectors, default modes, current, and power ratings.

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

Information about the TPM module connector and its pinout.

Special Connectors

Chassis Intrusion, Thunderbolt, and RTD3 Connectors

Details on Chassis Intrusion, Thunderbolt, and Intel RTD3 connectors.

BIOS Reset and LED Indicators

Clear CMOS Jumper and EZ Debug LED

Instructions for clearing CMOS and explanation of EZ Debug LED indicators.

JRGB1: RGB LED Connector

Information on connecting RGB LED strips to the motherboard.

UEFI BIOS Configuration

UEFI BIOS Advantages and Incompatibilities

Benefits, features, and potential incompatibilities of UEFI BIOS.

Checking BIOS Mode

How to identify whether the system is in UEFI or CSM boot mode.

BIOS Setup Procedures

Entering BIOS Setup and Function Keys

Instructions on accessing BIOS and a guide to its function keys.

BIOS Management

Resetting and Updating BIOS

Procedures for resetting BIOS and updating it via M-FLASH or Dragon Center.

System Installation Guides

Installing Windows 10, Drivers, and Utilities

Step-by-step guides for installing Windows 10, drivers, and system utilities.

Regulatory Compliance Information

FCC, KC, Battery, and CE Compliance

Compliance statements for FCC, KC, battery disposal, and CE marking.

Environmental and Chemical Information

Chemical Substances and WEEE Disposal

Information on chemical substances and EU Waste Electrical/Electronic Equipment disposal.

Multilingual WEEE Statements

WEEE disposal information provided in multiple European languages.

WEEE Statements (Continued)

WEEE Statements in Various Languages

WEEE disposal information in Serbian, Polish, Turkish, Czech, Hungarian, and Italian.

Wireless Radio and RF Compliance

Wireless Radio Use Restrictions and RF Levels

Restrictions on wireless radio use and details on RF bands and power levels.

Product Compliance and Technical Support

Hazardous Substances Declaration

Declaration of hazardous substances contained in the motherboard components.

Technical Support Resources

Information on how to get technical support and access online resources.

MSI Z490M-S01 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
SocketLGA 1200
ChipsetIntel Z490
Memory TypeDDR4
Max Memory Capacity128GB
Memory Slots4
PCIe x16 Slots1
PCIe x1 Slots2
SATA 6Gb/s Ports6
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports4
USB 2.0 Ports4
AudioRealtek ALC892

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