Thank you for purchasing the MSI® motherboard.

This User Guide gives

information about board layout, component overview, BIOS setup and software
installation.

Contents
Safety Information......................................................................................................... 3

Specifications................................................................................................................. 4

Special Features............................................................................................................ 8

Back Panel Connectors................................................................................................ 9

LAN Port LED Status Table..................................................................................... 9
Installing antennas (PRO B660M-A WIFI DDR4)................................................... 10

Overview of Components............................................................................................ 11
CPU Socket............................................................................................................ 12
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................. 13
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots........................................................................... 14
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors.................................................................... 14
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M).................................................................................... 15
SATA5~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors........................................................................ 17
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector............................................................................. 17
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors.................................................... 18
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~2: Fan Connectors................................... 19
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector........................................................................ 20
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper............................................................ 20
JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C Connector.................................................. 21
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector......................................................................... 21
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors.............................................................................. 22
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector............................................................................ 22
JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector....................................................... 23
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector.............................................................................. 23
JDASH1: Tuning controller Connector.................................................................. 23
JRGB1: RGB LED connector.................................................................................. 24
JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors............................................. 24

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Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center........................................................................... 25

UEFI BIOS..................................................................................................................... 26
BIOS Setup............................................................................................................. 27
Resetting BIOS....................................................................................................... 28
Updating BIOS........................................................................................................ 28

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Safety Information
∙∙ The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful
computer assembly.
∙∙ Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
∙∙ Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
∙∙ It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when
handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap
is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal
object before handling the motherboard.
∙∙ Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static
pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.
∙∙ Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal
components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
∙∙ Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause
permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
∙∙ If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer
technician.
∙∙ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.
∙∙ Keep this user guide for future reference.
∙∙ Keep this motherboard away from humidity.
∙∙ Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on
the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
∙∙ Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
∙∙ All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
∙∙ If any of the following situations arises, get the motherboard checked by service
personnel:
• Liquid has penetrated into the computer.
• The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.
• The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user
guide.
• The motherboard has been dropped and damaged.
• The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.
∙∙ Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage
the motherboard.

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Specifications
∙∙ Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors

CPU ∙∙ Processor socket LGA1700

* Please go to www.msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors
are released.

Chipset Intel® B660 Chipset

∙∙ 4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB*

∙∙ Supports 1R 2133/2666/3200 MHz (by JEDEC & POR)
∙∙ Max overclocking frequency:
• 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 4800+ MHz
• 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
Memory • 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
• 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 3600+ MHz
∙∙ Supports Dual-Channel mode
∙∙ Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
∙∙ Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.

∙∙ 2x PCIe x16 slots

• PCI_E1 (From CPU)
• Support PCIe 4.0 x16
Expansion Slots
• PCI_E3 (From B660 chipset)
• Support PCIe 3.0 x4
∙∙ 1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (Fom B660 chipset)

∙∙ 2x HDMI 2.1 with HDR ports, supporting a maximum

resolution of 4K 60Hz*/**
∙∙ 2x DisplayPort 1.4 ports with HBR3, supporting a
Onboard Graphics
maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz*/**
* Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics.
** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

SATA Ports ∙∙ 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports (From B660 chipset)

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∙∙ 2x M.2 slots (Key M)

• M2_1 slot (From CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• M2_2 slot (From B660 chipset)

M.2 SSD Slots • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4

• Supports up to SATA 6Gb/s
• Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• Supports Intel® Optane™ Memory
• Support Intel® Smart Response Technology for Intel
Core™ processors
* SATA8 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_2 slot.

∙∙ Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA

RAID
storage devices

Realtek® ALC897 Codec

Audio
∙∙ 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio

LAN 1x Realtek® RTL8125BG 2.5Gbps LAN controller

Intel® Wi-Fi 6
∙∙ The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E)
slot
Wi-Fi & Bluetooth®
(PRO B660M-A WIFI ∙∙ Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz (160MHz) up to
DDR4) 2.4Gbps
∙∙ Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax
∙∙ Supports Bluetooth® 5.2

∙∙ 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector

Power Connectors ∙∙ 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
∙∙ 1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector

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∙∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C connector (From B660

chipset)
∙∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A connector (From
Internal USB ASM1074)
Connectors
• Supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports
∙∙ 2x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (From B660 chipset)
• Supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports

∙∙ 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector

Fan Connectors ∙∙ 1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
∙∙ 2x 4-pin system fan connectors

∙∙ 1x Front panel audio connector

∙∙ 2x System panel connectors
∙∙ 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
System Connectors ∙∙ 1x TPM module connector
∙∙ 1x Tuning Controller connector
∙∙ 1x TBT connector (supports RTD3)
∙∙ 1x Serial port

Jumpers ∙∙ 1x Clear CMOS jumper

∙∙ 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector

LED Features ∙∙ 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
∙∙ 4x EZ Debug LED

∙∙ 1x PS/2 mouse/ keyboard port

∙∙ 2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports (From B660 chipset)
∙∙ 2x DisplayPort ports
∙∙ 2x HDMI ports
Back Panel ∙∙ 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports (From B660 chipset)
Connectors
∙∙ 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From B660
chipset)
∙∙ 1x 2.5G LAN (RJ45) port
∙∙ 2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors (PRO B660M-A WIFI DDR4)
∙∙ 3x audio jacks

I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6687 Controller Chip

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∙∙ CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection

Hardware Monitor ∙∙ CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection
∙∙ CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed control

∙∙ Micro-ATX Form Factor

Form Factor
∙∙ 9.6 in. x 9.6 in. (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)

∙∙ 1x 256 Mb flash
∙∙ UEFI AMI BIOS
BIOS Features
∙∙ ACPI 6.4, SMBIOS 3.4
∙∙ Multi-language

∙∙ Drivers
∙∙ MSI Center
∙∙ Intel Extreme Tuning Utility
Software
∙∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING
∙∙ Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
∙∙ Norton™ Internet Security Solution

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Special Features
MSI Center Features LED
• LAN Manager • Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW/
RGB)
• Mystic Light
• Mystic Light SYNC
• Ambient Devices
• Ambient Devices Support
• Frozr AI Cooling
• User Scenario Performance
• True Color ∙∙ Lightning Gen 4 (M.2/PCIE)
• Live Update ∙∙ Memory Boost
• Hardware Monitoring ∙∙ Core Boost
• Super Charger ∙∙ Game Boost
• Speed Up ∙∙ USB 3.2 Gen 2 10G
• Smart Image Finder ∙∙ Front USB Type-C
• MSI Companion ∙∙ 2oz Copper thickened PCB

Audio Protection
• Audio Boost ∙∙ PCI-E Steel Armor

Network Experience
• 2.5G LAN ∙∙ MSI Center
• LAN Manager ∙∙ Click BIOS 5
∙∙ EZ M.2 Clip
Cooling
∙∙ Forzr AI Cooling
• Extended Heatsink Design
∙∙ CPU Cooler Tuning
• M.2 Shield Frozr
∙∙ EZ LED Control
• 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pad
∙∙ EZ DEBUG LED
• Choke thermal pad
∙∙ App player
• Pump Fan
• Smart Fan Control

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Back Panel Connectors
1 5 6
4
2 3

8 10 11
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Item Description

1 PS/2 Mouse/ Keyboard port

2 DisplayPort ports

3 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports (From B660 chipset)

4 2.5Gbps LAN ports

5 Wi-Fi Antenna connectors (PRO B660M-A WIFI DDR4)

6 Line-in port

7 Line-out port

8 USB 2.0 Type-A ports (From B660 chipset)

9 HDMI ports

10 USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From B660 chipset)

11 Mic-in port

LAN Port LED Status Table

Link/ Activity LED Speed LED

Status Description Status Speed

Off No link Off 10 Mbps

Yellow Linked Green 100/1000 Mbps

Blinking Data activity Orange 2.5 Gbps

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Installing antennas (PRO B660M-A WIFI DDR4)
1. Screw the antennas tight to the antenna connectors as shown below.
2. Orient the antennas.

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 PUMP_FAN1

SATA▼5▲6
ATX_PWR1

JUSB4

JUSB3

JBAT1
JFP2
JFP1
JRAINBOW1
JTPM1
SATA7
SATA8
CPU_FAN1
JUSB1
DIMMB2
DIMMB1
Overview of Components

DIMMA2 JUSB2
DIMMA1

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JTBT1
JDASH1
Processor
Socket JCOM1
CPU_PWR2 SYS_FAN2
JRAINBOW2
CPU_PWR1
JRGB1
JAUD1

M2_1

PCI_E3
PCI_E1

M2_2

PCI_E2
CPU Socket
Please install the CPU into the CPU socket as shown below.

2 3

5 7
8
4
6

⚠⚠Important
∙∙ Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing
the CPU.
∙∙ Please retain the CPU protective cap after installing the processor. MSI will deal
with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard
comes with the protective cap on the CPU socket.
∙∙ When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink
is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability.
∙∙ Confirm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting
your system.
∙∙ Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure the
cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Be sure to apply an
even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to
enhance heat dissipation.
∙∙ Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering
the socket with the plastic cap.
∙∙ If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the
documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.

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DIMM Slots
Please install the memory module into the DIMM slot as shown below.

2
1
3
2

Memory module installation recommendation

DIMMA1
DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2 DIMMB1

⚠⚠Important
DIMMB2

∙∙ Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first.

∙∙ To ensure system stability for Dual channel mode, memory modules must be of the
same type, number and density.
∙∙ Some memory modules may operate at a lower frequency than the marked value
when overclocking due to the memory frequency operates dependent on its Serial
Presence Detect (SPD). Go to BIOS and find the DRAM Frequency to set the memory
frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher frequency.
∙∙ It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs
installation or overclocking.
∙∙ The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU
and devices when overclocking.
∙∙ Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.

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PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots

PCI_E1: PCIe 4.0 x16 (From CPU)

PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1 (From B660 chipset)

PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x4 (From B660 chipset)

⚠⚠Important
∙∙ If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI
Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight to prevent deformation of the slot.
∙∙ For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using
the PCI_E1 slot is recommended.
∙∙ When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and
unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion
card’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software
changes.

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors

The JFP1 connector controls the power on, power reset, and the LEDs on your PC
case/chassis. Power Switch/ Reset Switch headers allow you to connect power button/
reset button. Power LED header connects to LED light on the PC case, and HDD LED
header indicates the activity of the hard disk. The JFP2 connector is for Buzzer and
Speaker. To connect the cables from PC case to the right pins, please refer to the
following images below.

Power LED Power Switch Buzzer

2 10
JFP1 1 9 JFP2 1

Reserved

HDD LED Reset Switch Speaker

⚠⚠Important
Please note that Power LED and HDD LED have positive and negative connection,
you need to link up the cable to the corresponding positive and negative port on the
motherboard. Otherwise, LEDs won’t work properly.

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M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M)
Please install the M.2 solid-state drive (SSD) into the M.2 slot as shown below.

Installing M.2 module

For M2_1 slot
1. Loosen the screws of M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink.
2. Remove the M.2 SHIELD FROZR and remove the protective films from the thermal
pads.

2 1

M2_1
1

3. If there is no EZ M.2 Clip installed, please install the supplied EZ M.2 Clip kit in the
M.2 slot according to your SSD length.
4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.
5. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD.

4
30º
3

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6. Put the M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink back in place and secure it.

For M2_2 slot

1. Secure the supplied M.2 standoff according to your M.2 SSD length if need.
2. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle.
3. Secure the M.2 SSD in place with the supplied M.2 8.5H screw.

2
8.5H screw 30º

3
Standoff

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SATA5~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.

SATA8
SATA7 SATA6
SATA5

⚠⚠Important
∙∙ Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during
transmission otherwise.
∙∙ SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it is
recommended that the flat connector be connected to the motherboard for space
saving purposes.
∙∙ SATA8 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_2 slot.

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector

This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 MIC L 2 Ground

2 10 3 MIC R 4 NC

5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection

1 9
7 SENSE_SEND 8 No Pin

9 Head Phone L 10 Head Phone Detection

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CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.

CPU_PWR1

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 Ground 2 Ground
8 5
4 1
3 Ground 4 Ground
CPU_PWR1
5 +12V 6 +12V

7 +12V 8 +12V

CPU_PWR2

4 3 Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

2 1
1 Ground 2 Ground
CPU_PWR2
3 +12V 4 +12V

ATX_PWR1

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 +3.3V 2 +3.3V

3 Ground 4 +5V

5 Ground 6 +5V

12 24
7 Ground 8 PWR OK

9 5VSB 10 +12V

11 +12V 12 +3.3V

13 +3.3V 14 -12V

1 13 15 Ground 16 PS-ON#

ATX_PWR1 17 Ground 18 Ground

19 Ground 20 Res

21 +5V 22 +5V

23 +5V 24 Ground

⚠⚠Important
Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power
supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.

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CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~2: Fan Connectors
Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or DC Mode.
PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with
speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage.

PWM Mode pin definition

1 Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 Ground 2 +12V

3 Sense 4 Speed Control Signal

DC Mode pin definition

1 Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 Ground 2 Voltage Control

3 Sense 4 NC

Fan connector specifications

Connector Default fan mode Max. current Max. power

CPU_FAN1 PWM mode 2A 24W

PUMP_FAN1 PWM mode 3A 36W

SYS_FAN1~6 PWM mode 2A 24W

⚠⚠Important
You can adjust fan speed in BIOS > HARDWARE MONITOR.

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JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector
This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable.

Normal Trigger the chassis

(default) intrusion event

Using chassis intrusion detector

1. Connect the JCI1 connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the chassis.
2. Close the chassis cover.
3. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.
4. Set Chassis Intrusion to Enabled.
5. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.
6. Once the chassis cover is opened again, a warning message will be displayed on
screen when the computer is turned on.

Resetting the chassis intrusion warning

1. Go to BIOS > SETTINGS > Security > Chassis Intrusion Configuration.
2. Set Chassis Intrusion to Reset.
3. Press F10 to save and exit and then press the Enter key to select Yes.

JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper

There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on
the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system
configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS memory.

Keep Data Clear CMOS/

(default) Reset BIOS

Resetting BIOS to default values

1. Power off the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Use a jumper cap to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds.
3. Remove the jumper cap from JBAT1.
4. Plug the power cord and Power on the computer.

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JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C Connector
This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-C connector on the
front panel. The connectors possess a foolproof design. When you connect the cable,
be sure to connect it with the corresponding orientation.

USB Type-C Cable

JUSB4

USB Type-C port on

the front panel

JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector

This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports on the front panel.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 Power 2 USB3_RX_DN

3 USB3_RX_DP 4 Ground

5 USB3_TX_C_DN 6 USB3_TX_C_DP
10 11
7 Ground 8 USB2.0-

9 USB2.0+ 10 Ground

11 USB2.0+ 12 USB2.0-

1 20 13 Ground 14 USB3_TX_C_DP

15 USB3_TX_C_DN 16 Ground

17 USB3_RX_DP 18 USB3_RX_DN

19 Power 20 No Pin

⚠⚠Important
Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.

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JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 VCC 2 VCC

2 10
3 USB0- 4 USB1-

5 USB0+ 6 USB1+
1 9
7 Ground 8 Ground

9 No Pin 10 NC

⚠⚠Important
∙∙ Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.
∙∙ In order to recharge your iPad, iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install
MSI Center utility.

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector

This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security
platform manual for more details and usages.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 SPI Power 2 SPI Chip Select

Master In Slave Out Master Out Slave In

3 4
(SPI Data) (SPI Data)
2 12
5 Reserved 6 SPI Clock
1 11
7 Ground 8 SPI Reset

9 Reserved 10 No Pin

11 Reserved 12 Interrupt Request

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JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector
This connector allows you to connect the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 TBT_Force_PWR 2 TBT_S0IX_Entry_REQ

3 TBT_CIO_Plug_Event# 4 TBT_S0IX_Entry_ACK
2 16
5 SLP_S3#_TBT 6 TBT_PSON_Override_N

1 15 7 SLP_S5#_TBT 8 Net Name

9 Ground 10 SMBCLK_VSB

11 DG_PEWake 12 SMBDATA_VSB

13 TBT_RTD3_PWR_EN 14 Ground

15 TBT_Card_DET_R# 16 PD_IRQ#

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector

This connector allows you to connect the optional serial port with bracket.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 DCD 2 SIN
2 10
3 SOUT 4 DTR

1 9 5 Ground 6 DSR

7 RTS 8 CTS

9 RI 10 No Pin

JDASH1: Tuning controller Connector

This connector is used to connect an optional Tuning Controller module.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

2 6
1 No Pin 2 NC

1 5 3 MCU_SMB_SCL_M 4 MCU_SMB_SDA_M

5 VCC5 6 Ground

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JRGB1: RGB LED connector
The JRGB connector allows you to connect the 5050 RGB LED strips 12V.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 +12V 2 G

1
3 R 4 B

⚠⚠Important
∙∙ The JRGB connector supports up to 2 meters continuous 5050 RGB LED strips
(12V/G/R/B) with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V).
∙∙ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing the RGB LED strip.
∙∙ Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip.

JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors

The JRAINBOW connectors allow you to connect the WS2812B Individually
Addressable RGB LED strips 5V.

Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name

1 1 +5V 2 Data

3 No Pin 4 Ground

⚠⚠CAUTION
Do not connect the wrong type of LED strips. The JRGB connector and the JRAINBOW
connector provide different voltages, and connecting the 5V LED strip to the JRGB
connector will result in damage to the LED strip.

⚠⚠Important
∙∙ The JRAINBOW connector supports up to 75 LEDs WS2812B Individually
Addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/Ground) with the maximum power rating of
3A (5V). In the case of 20% brightness, the connector supports up to 200 LEDs.
∙∙ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing the RGB LED strip.
∙∙ Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip.

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Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center
Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com

Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11

1. Power on the computer.
2. Insert the Windows 10/ Windows 11 installation disc/USB into your computer.
3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.
4. Press F11 key during the computer POST (Power-On Self Test) to get into Boot
Menu.
5. Select the Windows 10/ Windows 11 installation disc/USB from the Boot Menu.
6. Press any key if screen shows Press any key to boot from CD or DVD... message. If
not, please skip this step.
7. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Windows 10/ Windows 11.

Installing Drivers
1. Start up your computer in Windows 10/ Windows 11.
2. Insert MSI® USB Drive into the USB port.
3. Click the Select to choose what happens with this disc pop-up notification, then
select Run DVDSetup.exe to open the installer. If you turn off the AutoPlay feature
from the Windows Control Panel, you can still manually execute the DVDSetup.exe
from the root path of the MSI USB Drive.
4. The installer will find and list all necessary drivers in the Drivers/Software tab.
5. Click the Install button in the lower-right corner of the window.
6. The drivers installation will then be in progress, after it has finished it will prompt
you to restart.
7. Click OK button to finish.
8. Restart your computer.

MSI Center
MSI Center is an application that helps you easily optimize game settings and
smoothly use content creation softwares. It also allows you to control and synchronize
LED light effects on PCs and other MSI products. With MSI Center, you can customize
ideal modes, monitor system performance, and adjust fan speed.

MSI Center User Guide

If you would like to know more information about MSI Center, please refer to
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or scan the QR code to access.

⚠⚠Important
Functions may vary depending on the product you have.

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UEFI BIOS
MSI UEFI BIOS is compatible with UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface)
architecture. UEFI has many new functions and advantages that traditional BIOS
cannot achieve, and it will completely replace BIOS in the future. The MSI UEFI
BIOS uses UEFI as the default boot mode to take full advantage of the new chipset’s
capabilities.

⚠⚠Important
The term BIOS in this user guide refers to UEFI BIOS unless otherwise noted.

UEFI advantages
∙∙ Fast booting - UEFI can directly boot the operating system and save the BIOS self-
test process. And also eliminates the time to switch to CSM mode during POST.
∙∙ Supports for hard drive partitions larger than 2 TB.
∙∙ Supports more than 4 primary partitions with a GUID Partition Table (GPT).
∙∙ Supports unlimited number of partitions.
∙∙ Supports full capabilities of new devices - new devices may not provide backward
compatibility.
∙∙ Supports secure startup - UEFI can check the validity of the operating system to
ensure that no malware tampers with the startup process.

Incompatible UEFI cases

∙∙ 32-bit Windows operating system - this motherboard supports only Windows 10/
Windows 11 64-bit operating system.
∙∙ Older graphics card - the system will detect your graphics card. When display a
warning message There is no GOP (Graphics Output protocol) support detected in
this graphics card.

⚠⚠Important
We recommend that you to replace with a GOP/UEFI compatible graphics card or
using integrated graphics from CPU for having normal function.

How to check the BIOS mode?

1. Power on your computer.
2. Press Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot
Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process.
3. After entering the BIOS, you can check the BIOS Mode at the top of the screen.

BIOS Mode: UEFI

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BIOS Setup
The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal
conditions. You should always keep the default settings to avoid possible system
damage or failure booting unless you are familiar with BIOS.

⚠⚠Important
∙∙ BIOS items are continuously update for better system performance. Therefore,
the description may be slightly different from the latest BIOS and should be for
reference only. You could also refer to the HELP information panel for BIOS item
description.
∙∙ The BIOS screens, options and settings will vary depending on your system.

Entering BIOS Setup

Press Delete key, when the Press DEL key to enter Setup Menu, F11 to enter Boot
Menu message appears on the screen during the boot process.

Function key
F1: General Help list
F2: Add/ Remove a favorite item
F3: Enter Favorites menu
F4: Enter CPU Specifications menu
F5: Enter Memory-Z menu
F6: Load optimized defaults
F7: Switch between Advanced mode and EZ mode
F8: Load Overclocking Profile
F9: Save Overclocking Profile
F10: Save Change and Reset*
F12: Take a screenshot and save it to USB flash drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only).
Ctrl+F: Enter Search page
* When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification
information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice.

BIOS User Guide

If you’d like to know more instructions on setting up the BIOS, please refer to http://
download.msi.com/manual/mb/Intel600BIOS.pdf
or scan the QR code to access.

⚠⚠Important
Functions may vary depending on the product you have.

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Resetting BIOS
You might need to restore the default BIOS setting to solve certain problems. There
are several ways to reset BIOS:
∙∙ Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults.
∙∙ Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard.

⚠⚠Important
Be sure the computer is off before clearing CMOS data. Please refer to the Clear
CMOS jumper/ button section for resetting BIOS.

Updating BIOS
Updating BIOS with M-FLASH
Before updating:
Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI
website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive.
Updating BIOS:
1. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the USB port.
2. Please refer the following methods to enter flash mode.
• Reboot and press Ctrl + F5 key during POST and click on Yes to reboot the system.
• Reboot and press Del key during POST to enter BIOS. Click the M-FLASH button
and click on Yes to reboot the system.
3. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.
4. When prompted click on Yes to start recovering BIOS.
5. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot automatically.

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Updating the BIOS with MSI Center
Before updating:
∙∙ Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the internet connection is set
properly.
∙∙ Please close all other application software before updating the BIOS.
To update BIOS:
1. Install and launch MSI Center and go to Support page.
2. Select Live Update and click on Advance button.
3. Select the BIOS file and click on Install button.
4. The installation reminder will appear, then click the Install button on it.
5. The system will automatically restart to update BIOS.
6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart
automatically.

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