Z97 MPOWERMotherboardG52-79151X1Preface
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Appendix AA-4Realtek AudioHardware Default SettingThe following diagrams are audio back panel default setting. Backpanel audio jacks to 2-channel spe
Appendix AA-5Realtek Audio Backpanel audio jacks to 6-channel speakers diagramRearFrontCenter&Subwoofer Backpanel audio jacks to 8-channel spe
Appendix BIntel RAIDand accelerating system on platforms
Appendix BB-2Intel RAIDIntroductionSATA hard drives as RAID sets.SATA
Appendix BB-3Intel RAIDUsing Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROMThe Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM should be integrated with the syst
Appendix BB-4Intel RAIDAfter pressing the <Ctrl> and <I> keys simultaneously, the following window will appear: Create RAID Volume 1. S
Appendix BB-5Intel RAID3.
Appendix BB-6Intel RAID7. 6.
Appendix BB-7Intel RAID Delete RAID Volume Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives will be lost. Impo
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Appendix BB-8Intel RAID Reset Disks to Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter> to delete the RAID volume and remove
Appendix BB-9Intel RAID Recovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press <Enter> to change recovery volume mode. The
Appendix BB-10Intel RAIDDegraded RAID ArrayA RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 volume is reported as degraded when one of its hard drive members fails or is t
Appendix BB-11Intel RAID5. Exit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system.6. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click ‘Yes’.7.
Appendix BB-12Intel RAIDSystem Acceleration (optional)Intel® Rapid Storage Technology use a SSD as a cache. Which can store frequently used data witho
Appendix BB-13Intel RAID9. Run Intel Rapid Storage Technology application.10. Click "Enable acceleration" under Accelerate tab.Click here11
Appendix BB-14Intel RAID
xiiPrefacePrefaceSATA1~8: SATA Connectors ...1-20CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Con
PrefacexiiiPrefaceUSB2.0 Connector Installation ...2-12USB3.0 Connector Installation
Chapter 1Getting StartedThank you for choosing the Z97 MPOWER Series (MS-7915 v1.X) ATX motherboard. The Z97 MPOWER Series motherboards are based on I
Chapter 11-2Getting StartedPacking Contents* These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice.* The packing contents may vary accordi
Chapter 11-3Getting StartedAssembly Precautions The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Plea
Chapter 11-4Getting StartedCPU Support Supports 5th and 4th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors, and Intel® Pentium® and Cel
Chapter 11-5Getting StartedAudio Realtek® ALC1150 Codec - - Supports S/PDIF outputLAN 1x Intel I218-V Gigabit L
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Chapter 11-6Getting StartedSpecial Features Audio Boost Military Class 4 OC Genie 4 Click BIOS 4 NVIDIA SLI AMD CrossFire
Chapter 11-7Getting StartedConnectors Quick GuidePCI_E1PCI_E2PCI_E3PCI_E4PCI_E5PCI_E6PCI_E7JPWR2BackPanelJPWR3JTPM1JPWR4JAUD1CPUFAN1JPWR1SATA1_2SATA3_
Chapter 11-8Getting StartedConnectors Reference GuideBack Panel 1-9BCLK+, BCLK- Base Clock Control Buttons 1-29CPU LGA1150 CPU Socket 1-11CPUFA
Chapter 11-9Getting StartedBack Panel Quick Guide PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo PortA combination of PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector for a PS/2® mouse
Chapter 11-10Getting Started HDMI Port ®that is capable of tra
Chapter 11-11Getting StartedCPU (Central Processing Unit) ImportantOverheatingOverheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make su
Chapter 11-12Getting StartedWhen installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary t
Chapter 11-13Getting Started3. Align the notches with the socket alignment keys. Lower the CPU straight down, without tilting or sliding the CPU in t
Chapter 11-14Getting Started Importantyour system.Whenever the CP
Chapter 11-15Getting StartedMemoryThese DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules.DIMM1DIMM2DIMM3DIMM4 Video DemonstrationWatch the video to l
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Chapter 11-16Getting StartedMounting Screw Holesfor an motherboar
Chapter 11-17Getting StartedPower Supply Video DemonstrationWatch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors.http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I
Chapter 11-18Getting StartedExpansion SlotsThis motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards.PCI_
Chapter 11-19Getting StartedVideo/ Graphics Cards If available, this motherboard takes advantage of the CPU’s integrate graphics processor, but discre
Chapter 11-20Getting StartedInternal ConnectorsSATA1~8: SATA ConnectorsThis connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect
Chapter 11-21Getting StartedCPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power ConnectorsThe fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboar
Chapter 11-22Getting StartedJFP1, JFP2: System Panel ConnectorsThese connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector is co
Chapter 11-23Getting StartedJUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion ConnectorsThis connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs
Chapter 11-24Getting StartedJUSB3~4: USB 3.0 Expansion ConnectorsThe USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data trans
Chapter 11-25Getting StartedJAUD1: Front Panel Audio ConnectorThis connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer case
ivPrefacePrefaceSafety Instructions Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. Keep this equi
Chapter 11-26Getting StartedJTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security p
Chapter 11-27Getting StartedVoltage CheckpointsThese voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included)
Chapter 11-28Getting StartedButtonsThe motherboard has numerous on-board buttons to control various functions. This section will explain how to change
Chapter 11-29Getting StartedPOWER1: Power Button
Chapter 11-30Getting StartedFASTB1: GO2BIOS ButtonIf you enable the "MSI Fast Boot" feature in BIOS, the keyboard will be unavaiable and ent
Chapter 11-31Getting StartedJumpersJBAT1: Clear CMOS JumperThere is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the
Chapter 11-32Getting StartedSwitchBIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS SwitchThis motherboard has two built-in BIOS ROMs (Labeled A and B, default BIOS ROM is A). If
Chapter 11-33Getting StartedOC_SWITCH1: OC Genie Mode SwitchThis swtich provides two overclocking modes (Gear 1 and Gear 2) for OC Genie operation. Wh
Chapter 11-34Getting StartedLED Status IndicatorsBIOS A LEDOC Switch Gear 1 LEDOC Switch Gear 2 LEDDebug LEDBIOS B LEDHDD LEDLED Status TableThe foll
Chapter 11-35Getting StartedDebug Code LED TablePlease refer to the table below to get more information about the Debug Code LED message.Post Status02
PrefacevPrefaceCE ConformityHereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirement
Chapter 11-36Getting StartedDrivers and Utilitiesperformance o
Chapter 2Quick InstallationThis chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide vid
Chapter 22-2Quick InstallationCPU Installation123456http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI
Chapter 22-3Quick Installation789
Chapter 22-4Quick InstallationMemory Installation123http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ
Chapter 22-5Quick InstallationMotherboard Installation12
Chapter 22-6Quick Installation3
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viPrefacePrefaceRadiation Exposure StatementThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
Chapter 22-10Quick InstallationM.2 module Installation1234.2 cm6 cm8 cm
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Chapter 22-13Quick InstallationGraphics Card Installationhttp://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A12
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ImportantThe items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under continuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the
Chapter 33-2BIOS Setup 3-3 BIOS SetupEntering Setup-tions. You m
Chapter 33-2BIOS Setup 3-3 BIOS SetupOverviewAfter entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed.BIOS menu selectionTemperature monitorSysteminform
Chapter 33-4BIOS Setup 3-5 BIOS Setup Virtual OC Genie ButtonEnables or disables the OC Genie function by clicking on this button. When enabled, this
Chapter 33-4BIOS Setup 3-5 BIOS SetupAdding BIOS item to Favorite 1~51. Move the mouse cursor to highlight a BIOS setting item.2. Right-click (or pr
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Chapter 33-6BIOS Setup 3-7 BIOS SetupOperationYou can control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes t
Chapter 33-6BIOS Setup 3-7 BIOS SetupUpdating BIOSUpdating the BIOS with M-FLASH Before updating
Chapter 33-8BIOS Setup 3-9 BIOS SetupSETTINGSSystem Status System DateSets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements.The format is
Chapter 33-8BIOS Setup 3-9 BIOS SetupAdvanced PCI Subsystem SettingsSets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press <Enter> t
Chapter 33-10BIOS Setup 3-11 BIOS Setup Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled]When “Enabled”, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item
Chapter 33-10BIOS Setup 3-11 BIOS Setup IGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled]Enables or disables the multi-screen output from integrated graphics and external
Chapter 33-12BIOS Setup 3-13 BIOS Setup RapidStart Display Save/Restore [Enabled]Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Start Display screen to be saved
Chapter 33-12BIOS Setup 3-13 BIOS Setup Power Management SetupSets system Power Management of EuP2013 and AC Power Loss behaviors. Press <Enter>
Chapter 33-14BIOS Setup 3-15 BIOS Setup ImportantIf you want to enter BIOS with enabled “MSI Fast Boot” mode or enabled "Fast Boot" mode, yo
Chapter 33-14BIOS Setup 3-15 BIOS Setup Resume By PCI/ PCI-E Device [Disabled]Disables or enables the system wake up by PCI express device.[Enabled]
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Chapter 33-16BIOS Setup 3-17 BIOS Setup Boot Mode Select [LEGACY+UEFI] Sets the system boot mode from legacy or UEFI architecture depending on OS in-
Chapter 33-16BIOS Setup 3-17 BIOS Setup Discard Changes and ExitExit BIOS setup without saving any change. This it is used to abandon all
Chapter 33-18BIOS Setup 3-19 BIOS SetupOC ImportantOverclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.Overclocking is not guaran
Chapter 33-18BIOS Setup 3-19 BIOS Setup EIST [Enabled]*Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology. This item will be available when
Chapter 33-20BIOS Setup 3-21 BIOS Setup Adjust Ring Ratio [Auto]Sets the ring ratio. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU. Adjusted R
Chapter 33-20BIOS Setup 3-21 BIOS Setup Filter PLL [Auto]*support
Chapter 33-22BIOS Setup 3-23 BIOS Setup Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu will be activated after se
Chapter 33-22BIOS Setup 3-23 BIOS SetupSets the voltage limit for CPU under-voltage protection. If set to "Auto", BIOS will
Chapter 33-24BIOS Setup 3-25 BIOS Setup CPU Core/Ring/GT Voltage Mode [Auto]* Selects the control mode for CPU Core/ Ring/ GT voltages.
Chapter 33-24BIOS Setup 3-25 BIOS Setup DRAM/ DDR XXX/ PCH XXX/ XXX Voltage [Auto]Sets the voltages related to memory/ PCH. If set to "Auto"
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Chapter 33-26BIOS Setup 3-27 BIOS Setup Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]Intel’s Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicio
Chapter 33-26BIOS Setup 3-27 BIOS Setup C1E Support [Disabled]Enables or disables the C1E function for power-saving in halt state. This item ap-pears
Chapter 33-28BIOS Setup 3-29 BIOS Setup Internal VR OVP OCP Protection [Auto]Enables or disables the over-voltage protection and over-current protect
Chapter 33-28BIOS Setup 3-29 BIOS SetupM-FLASH Important
Chapter 33-30BIOS Setup 3-31 BIOS SetupOC PROFILE
Chapter 33-30BIOS Setup 3-31 BIOS SetupHARDWARE MONITORinformationFanVoltagedisplaySetting Buttons
Appendix ARealtek AudioThe Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo
Appendix AA-2Realtek AudioAfter installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), the “Realtek HD
Appendix AA-3Realtek Audio Device SelectionHere you can select a audio output source to change the related options. The “check” sign (in orange) indi
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