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General| Chipset | Intel Z97 |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 1150 |
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Max Memory | 32 GB |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Audio | Realtek ALC1150 |
| PCIe x16 Slots | 2 |
| PCIe x1 Slots | 2 |
| SATA Ports | 6 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| Audio Channels | 7.1 |
| LAN | Killer E2205 |
| M.2 | 1 |
| USB 3.0 Ports | 6 (4 on back panel, 2 via internal header) |
| USB 2.0 Ports | 8 (4 on back panel, 4 via internal headers) |
| RAID Support | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Multi-GPU Support | AMD CrossFireX |
| Memory Speed | DDR3-1066/1333/1600/1866*/2000*/2133*/2200*/2400*/2600*/2666*/2800*/3000*/3100*/3200*/3300* (*OC) |
Legal disclaimer regarding document intellectual property rights.
List of registered trademarks and their owners mentioned in the manual.
Details on the manual's revision status and release date.
Description of MSI's smart web gadget for product comparison and manual access.
Information on how to obtain technical assistance and help resources.
Crucial guidelines for safe operation and handling of the equipment.
Statement regarding compliance with FCC rules for digital device interference.
Declaration of compliance with essential safety requirements of European directives.
Statement on compliance with FCC radiation exposure limits for uncontrolled environments.
Statement regarding compliance with RF Exposure Requirement and R&TTE Directive.
Regulatory warnings for wireless equipment operating in Taiwan.
Statement on compliance with VCCI Class B technical standards for information technology equipment.
Warning statement regarding potential radio frequency interference in Korea.
Guidelines for proper disposal and recycling of batteries according to regulations.
Information on chemical substances in products, compliant with EU regulations.
Information on the disposal and recycling of electronic equipment in the EU.
Lists the items included in the motherboard package for initial setup.
Important safety and handling guidelines to prevent damage during assembly.
Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard and its components.
Visual guide and reference for motherboard connectors and their functions.
Description and diagram of external ports and connections on the motherboard's rear panel.
Step-by-step instructions and guidance for installing the Central Processing Unit.
Instructions for installing memory modules (RAM) into the motherboard slots.
Guide to various internal headers and connectors on the motherboard for system components.
Explanation of jumper settings and switch functions, like Clear CMOS.
Procedure for installing essential drivers and utility software for system performance.
Visual guide for installing the CPU and its heatsink assembly.
Visual guide for properly inserting memory modules into DIMM slots.
Instructions on how to mount the motherboard securely inside the computer case.
Guide for connecting ATX power supply connectors to the motherboard.
Steps for connecting SATA hard drives or SSDs to the motherboard.
Instructions for installing M.2 storage devices onto the motherboard.
Guide for connecting front panel power switches, LEDs, and audio headers.
Instructions for connecting USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 devices to motherboard headers.
Steps for installing a discrete graphics card into a PCIe slot.
How to access and enter the system's BIOS/UEFI setup utility.
Explanation of the BIOS interface, menus, and navigation options.
Details on using hotkeys and mouse controls for BIOS setup.
Settings related to system status, date, time, storage, and information.
Configuration options for PCI, ACPI, integrated peripherals, SATA, and USB.
Settings for system boot order, password protection, and secure boot.
Options for adjusting CPU ratios, frequencies, voltages, and memory timings.
Procedure for updating the motherboard's BIOS using the M-FLASH utility.
Features for monitoring system temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.
Guide to configuring the Realtek HD Audio Manager for audio settings.
Visual diagrams showing speaker connections for different audio channel configurations.
Overview of Intel RAID controller features and capabilities.
Explanation of Intel RST, its option ROM, and general usage for RAID.
Procedures for creating, deleting, resetting, and managing RAID volumes.
Steps to take when a RAID array is reported as degraded or a drive fails.
Guide to enabling SSD caching using Intel Rapid Storage Technology for performance.
Instructions for manually synchronizing data between cache and storage devices.
Requirements for operating systems and user permissions for Intel SBA.
Steps to install Intel Small Business Advantage and configure its software.
Information on setting up passwords and accessing the help features in Intel SBA.
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