Msi Z97I GAMING AC User Manual

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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

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Chapter 1Getting StartedThank you for choosing the Z97I GAMING AC Series (MS-7920 v1.X) Mini-ITX motherboard. The Z97I GAMING AC Series motherboards a

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 StartedCPU Support  Supports 5th and 4th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors, and Intel® Pentium® and Cel

Chapter 11-5Getting StartedBack Panel Connectors  1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse port  4x USB 2.0 ports  4x USB 3.0 ports  2x eSATA ports  1x Optical S/

iiPrefacePrefaceCopyright NoticeThe material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the pre

Chapter 11-6Getting StartedSoftware  Drivers  MSI - Command Center - Live Update 6 - Smart Utilities - Super Charger - Fast Boot - Gaming App  7-

Chapter 11-7Getting StartedConnectors Quick GuidePCI_E1CLR_CMOS1JPWR1SATA1JPWR2BackPanelWi-Fi/Bluetooth expansion module connectorDIMM1DIMM2CPUFANJCI1

Chapter 1Getting StartedConnectors Reference GuidePort Name Port Type PageBack Panel 1-9CPU LGA1150 CPU Socket 1-11CPUFAN,SYSFAN1 Fan Power

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 DisplayPortDisplayPort is a digital display interface standard. This connector is used to connect a monitor with Display

Chapter 11-11Getting StartedCPU (Central Processing Unit) ImportantOverheatingOverheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make su

Chapter 11-12Getting StartedWhen 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 Importantyour system.Whenever the CP

Chapter 11-15Getting StartedMemoryThese DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules.DIMM1DIMM2 Video DemonstrationWatch the video to learn how t

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Chapter 11-16Getting StartedMounting Screw Holesfor an motherboar

Chapter 11-17Getting StartedPower Supply Video DemonstrationWatch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors.

Chapter 1Getting 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 ConnectorsThis connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect

Chapter 11-21Getting StartedCPUFAN,SYSFAN1: Fan Power ConnectorsThe fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboard has

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: USB 2.0 Expansion ConnectorThis connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs, d

Chapter 11-24Getting StartedJAUD1: Front Panel Audio ConnectorThis connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer case

Chapter 11-25Getting StartedJumpersJBAT1: Clear CMOS JumperThere is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the 

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Chapter 2Quick InstallationThis chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide vid

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ImportantThe 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 Setup1. Move the mouse cursor to highlight a BIOS setting item.2. 

viPrefacePrefaceRadiation Exposure StatementThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This

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 3BIOS Setup 3-9 BIOS SetupSETTINGSSystem Status System DateSets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements.The format is

Chapter 3BIOS Setup 3-9 BIOS Setup PEG X - Gen X [Auto][Auto] Enables all PCIe

Chapter 33-10BIOS Setup 3-11 BIOS Setup[AHCI Mode] Specify the AHCI mode for SATA storage devices. AHCI (Advanced 

Chapter 33-10BIOS Setup 3-11 BIOS Setup Entry After [10 minutes]Sets a timer for system to enter the sleep mode with Intel Rapid Start Technology. T

Chapter 33-12BIOS Setup 3-13 BIOS Setup XHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

Chapter 33-12BIOS Setup 3-13 BIOS Setup 

Chapter 33-14BIOS Setup 3-15 BIOS Setup Wake Up Event Setupsub-men

Chapter 33-14BIOS Setup 3-15 BIOS SetupBootSets the sequence of system boot devices. Full Screen Logo Display [Enabled]Enables or disables to show th

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Chapter 33-16BIOS Setup 3-17 BIOS Setup Chassis Intrusion [Disabled]This function will be available if the chassis equips a chassis intrusion switch.

Chapter 33-16BIOS Setup 3-17 BIOS SetupOC ImportantOverclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.Overclocking is not guaran

Chapter 3BIOS Setup 3-19 BIOS Setup EIST [Enabled]*Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology. This item will be available when

Chapter 3BIOS Setup 3-19 BIOS Setup< CPU BCLK Setting > Sets the CPU Base clock. You may overclock the CPU b

Chapter 33-20BIOS Setup 3-21 BIOS Setup Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. Enables or disables the various trainin

Chapter 33-20BIOS Setup 3-21 BIOS Setup CPU Over Current Protection [Auto]Sets the current limit for CPU over-current protection. If set to "Aut

Chapter 33-22BIOS Setup 3-23 BIOS Setup SVID Communication [Auto]*  

Chapter 33-22BIOS Setup 3-23 BIOS Setup 

Chapter 33-24BIOS Setup 3-25 BIOS Setup Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]Enables or disables the extended CPUID value.[Enabled] BIOS will limit the max

Chapter 33-24BIOS Setup 3-25 BIOS Setup Intel C-State [Auto]  

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Chapter 33-26BIOS Setup 3-27 BIOS Setup CPU Current limit (A) [Auto]Sets maximum current limit of CPU package in Turbo Boost mode. When the current 

Chapter 33-26BIOS Setup 3-27 BIOS SetupM-FLASH Important

Chapter 3BIOS Setup 3-29 BIOS SetupOC PROFILE 

Chapter 3BIOS Setup 3-29 BIOS SetupHARDWARE MONITORinformationFanVoltagedisplaySetting 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 AudioAfter 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

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  

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Appendix BIntel RAIDand accelerating system on platforms

Appendix BB-2Intel RAIDIntroductionSATA 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

Appendix BIntel 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