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General| Chipset | Intel Z97 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Socket | LGA 1150 |
| Max Memory | 32GB |
| PCI Express x16 | 2 |
| PCI Express x1 | 2 |
| SATA 6Gb/s | 6 |
| SATA Express | 1 |
| LAN | Killer E2205 Gigabit LAN controller |
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Memory Standard | DDR3 1066/1333/1600 |
| M.2 | 1 x M.2 |
| USB 3.0 | 4 x USB 3.0 |
| USB 2.0 | 8 x USB 2.0 |
| Audio | Realtek ALC1150 |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 |
| Multi-GPU Support | NVIDIA SLI, AMD CrossFire |
Details intellectual property, trademarks, and manual revision.
Information on MSI+ app and how to get technical assistance.
Essential guidelines for safe equipment operation and handling.
FCC, CE, and other regulatory compliance information.
Battery disposal, chemical substance info, and WEEE statement.
Lists items included in the package and optional accessories.
Important safety and handling guidelines for component installation.
Detailed technical specifications of the Z97-G43 GAMING motherboard.
Quick reference for motherboard connectors and their locations.
Explains the ports and connectors on the motherboard's back panel.
Guide to installing the CPU and its heatsink, including important precautions.
Instructions for installing DDR3 memory modules into the DIMM slots.
How to properly mount the motherboard in the computer case using standoffs.
Connecting the ATX power supply to the motherboard's power connectors.
Information on PCIe and PCI expansion slots for add-on cards.
Guide for installing discrete graphics cards into expansion slots.
Explains various internal connectors like SATA, fan headers, and front panel headers.
Steps to install essential drivers and utilities from the included disc.
Step-by-step visual guide for installing the CPU.
Visual instructions for correctly inserting memory modules into DIMM slots.
Guide on how to physically install the motherboard into the computer case.
Instructions for connecting power supply cables to the motherboard.
Steps for installing SATA HDDs and mSATA SSDs.
Connecting front panel audio, USB, and other peripherals.
Guide for installing a graphics card into a PCIe slot.
How to access and move around within the UEFI BIOS interface.
Explains the main BIOS screen layout and key menu options.
Details mouse and keyboard controls for BIOS settings.
Configuration for system date, time, SATA ports, and system information.
Comprehensive settings for PCI, ACPI, peripherals, and boot configurations.
Adjust CPU, DRAM, and voltage settings for performance tuning.
Procedure for updating the motherboard's BIOS using a USB flash drive.
Monitoring system temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.
Guide to setting up and using the Realtek HD Audio Manager software.
Diagrams showing default audio jack connections for various speaker configurations.
Overview of RAID technology and its benefits.
Accessing and using the Intel RST Option ROM for RAID management.
Step-by-step guide on how to create a new RAID volume.
Procedure for deleting an existing RAID volume and its data.
How to revert RAID disks back to their original non-RAID state.
Procedures for rebuilding RAID arrays after drive failure or disconnection.
Enabling SSD caching for improved system performance with Intel RST.
Manually synchronizing data between cache and storage drives.
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