MSI Z97 XPOWER AC User Manual Page 1

Z97 XPOWER ACMotherboardG52-79141X1Preface

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

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. 

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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

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

xiiPrefacePrefaceInternal Connectors ...1-20

PrefacexiiiPrefaceJFP1 Connector Installation ...2-11Front Panel Audio Connector

Chapter 1Getting StartedThank you for choosing the Z97 XPOWER AC Series (MS-7914 v1.X) E-ATX motherboard. The Z97 XPOWER AC Series motherboards are ba

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 StartedAudio  Realtek® ALC1150 Codec -  - Supports S/PDIF outputLAN  

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

Chapter 11-6Getting StartedI/O Controller  NUVOTON NCT6792 Controller ChipHardware Monitor  CPU/System temperature detection  CPU/System fan speed

Chapter 11-7Getting Started1234Connectors Quick GuideCPUFAN1PCI_E1PCI_E2PCI_E3PCI_E4PCI_E5PCI_E6PCI_E7SATA1_2SATA3_4SATA5_6JPWR2CPU SocketBackPanelJPW

Chapter 1Getting StartedConnectors Reference GuidePort Name Port Type PageBack Panel 1-9BCLK+, BCLK- Base Clock Control Buttons 1-30CPU LGA

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 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 Started1234 Importantyour system.Whenever th

Chapter 11-15Getting StartedMemoryThese DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules.1234DIMM1DIMM2DIMM3DIMM4 Video DemonstrationWatch the video

PrefaceiiiPrefaceSmartphone ApplicationMSI+ is a smart web gadget that works as a shopping navigator and provides specs comparison for IT buyers. With

Chapter 11-16Getting Started1234Mounting Screw Holesfor an mother

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.

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 StartedThe fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the

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 StartedThis connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs,

Chapter 11-24Getting StartedThe 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 equip

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 1Getting 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 StartedBCLK+, BCLK-: Base Clock Control ButtonsThese buttons are used to increase or decrease the base clock frequency. Pressing

Chapter 11-31Getting StartedFASTB1: GO2BIOS ButtonIf you enable the "MSI Fast Boot" feature in BIOS, the keyboard will be unavaiable and ent

Chapter 11-32Getting StartedJumpersJBAT1: Clear CMOS JumperThere is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the 

Chapter 11-33Getting StartedSwitchBIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS SwitchThis motherboard has two built-in BIOS ROMs (Labeled A and B, default BIOS ROM is A). If

Chapter 11-34Getting StartedOC_SWITCH1: OC Genie Mode SwitchThis swtich provides two overclocking modes (Gear 1 and Gear 2) for OC Genie operation. Wh

Chapter 11-35Getting StartedBCLK_STEP1: Base Clock Step SwtichContr

PrefacevPrefaceCE ConformityHereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirement

Chapter 11-36Getting StartedLED Status Indicators1234BIOS A LEDOC Switch Gear 1 LEDDebug LEDBIOS B LEDHDD LEDMSI LEDOC Switch Gear 2 LEDLED Status Ta

Chapter 11-37Getting StartedDebug Code LED TablePlease refer to the table below to get more information about the Debug Code LED message.Post Status02

Chapter 1Getting StartedDrivers and Utilitiesperformance o

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

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Chapter 22-4Quick InstallationMemory Installation123http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ

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Chapter 22-13Quick InstallationGraphics Card Installationhttp://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A12

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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

PrefaceviiPrefaceCalifornia, USA: The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires special handling when recycled or disposed of

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. 

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 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>

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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]

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 3BIOS Setup 3-19 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 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 

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Chapter 33-24BIOS Setup 3-25 BIOS Setup DRAM Switching Frequency [Auto]

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 33-26BIOS Setup 3-27 BIOS Setup DRAM/ DDR XXX/ PCH XXX/ XXX Voltage [Auto]Sets the voltages related to memory/ PCH. If set to "Auto"

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 3BIOS Setup 3-29 BIOS Setup C1E Support [Disabled]Enables or disables the C1E function for power-saving in halt state. This item ap-pears

Chapter 3BIOS Setup 3-29 BIOS Setup Internal VR OVP OCP Protection [Auto]Enables or disables the over-voltage protection and over-current protect

Chapter 33-30BIOS Setup 3-31 BIOS SetupM-FLASH Important

Chapter 33-30BIOS Setup 3-31 BIOS SetupOC PROFILE 

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Appendix ARealtek AudioThe Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo