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    Z77A-G45/ Z75A-G45 series MS-7752 (v1.x) Mainboard  G52-77521X5
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    are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice. Trademarks All trademarks in this manual are properties of their respective owners. ￭ MSI® is registered trademark of Micro-Star Int'l Co.,Ltd. ￭ NVIDIA® is registered trademark of NVIDIA Corporation. ￭ ATI® is
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    MS-7752 Technical Support If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user's manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. ◙ Visit the MSI website for technical guide
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    , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, . VOIR LA NOTICE D'INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Micro-Star International MS-7752 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
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    Preface MS-7752 Battery Information European Union: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at: http://www
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    äte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden. MSI hat europaweit verschiedene Sammel- und Recyclingunternehmen beauftragt, die in ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI prendra en compte cette exigence relative au retour des produits en fin de vie au
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    Preface MS-7752 ESPAÑOL MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda nicos, están obligados a hacerse cargo de dichos productos al termino de su período de vida. MSI estará comprometido con los términos de recogida de sus productos vendidos en la Unión Europea al
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    Tyto výrobky můžete odevzdat v místních sběrnách. MAGYAR Annak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük, illetve környezetvédőként fellépve az MSI emlékezteti Önt, hogy ... Az Európai Unió („EU") 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba lépő, az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések hulladékairól szóló 2002
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    Preface MS-7752 ▍ Contents Copyright Notice ii Trademarks ii Revision History ii Technical Support iii Safety Instructions iii FCC-B Radio 1-3 Mainboard Specifications 1-4 Connectors Quick Guide 1-6 Connectors Reference Guide 1-7 Back Panel Quick Guide 1-8 CPU (Central Processing Unit 1-
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    19 Updating the BIOS with Live Update 2-21 SECURITY 2-22 Appendix A Realtek Audio A-1 Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver A-2 Software Configuration A-3 Hardware Default Setting A-5 Appendix B Intel RAID B-1 Introduction B-2 Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM B-3 Installing
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    Thank you for choosing the Z77A-G45/ Z75A-G45 Series (MS-7752 v1.X) ATX mainboard. The Series mainboards are based on Intel® Z77/ Z75 chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® LGA1155 processor, the Z77A-G45/ Z75A-G45 Series mainboards deliver a high performance
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    Packing Contents Mainboard Drivers & Utilities Disc User Guide Backplate SATA Cable Optional Accessories USB 2.0 Bracket USB 3.0 Bracket eSATA Power Cable eSATA Bracket M-Connector USB3 to USB2 Connector SATA Power Cable CrossFire Cable SLI Cable MSI MultiConnect Panel * These
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 Assembly Precautions ■ 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. ■ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power
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    ™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors in an LGA 1155 socket (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/cpu-support) Chipset ■ Intel® Z77/ Z75 chipset Memory Support ■ 4x DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 2667*(OC)/ 2400*(OC)/ 2133*(OC)/ 1866*(OC)/ 1600
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 Connectors & Buttons ■ Back panel - 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse port - 1x Clear CMOS button - 1x Coaxial S/PDIF-out port - 1x Optical S/PDIF-out port - 4x USB 2.0 ports - 2x USB 3.0 ports - 1x LAN port - 6x audio ports - 1x HDMI® port**, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 -
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    Getting Started Connectors Quick Guide SYSFAN2 JPWR2 CPU DIMM4 DIMM3 DIMM2 DIMM1 SYSFAN3 CPUFAN JTURBO1 Back Panel PCI_E1 PCI_E2 PCI_E3 PCI_E4 JBAT1 PCI_E5 PCI_E6 PCI_E7 JPWR1 FV1 SYSFAN1 SATA1_2 SATA3_4
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    Chapter 1 Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Port Type Back Panel CPU PCIe x16 Expansion Slots PCI_E1, 3, 4, 6 PCIe x1 Expansion Slots SATA1~2 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors SATA3~6 SATA 3Gb/s Connectors MS-7752 Page 1-8 1-10 1-25 1-16 1-30 1-26 1-31 1-28 1-29 1-29 1-26 1-15 1-15 1-28 1-
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    Getting Started Back Panel Quick Guide Mouse/Keyboard Coaxial S/PDIF-Out USB 2.0 Port USB 2.0-compatible devices. ▶ USB 3.0 Port USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed). Important In order to use USB 3.0 devices, you
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    MS-7752 ▶ LAN Yellow The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a CRT monitor with an adapter. To connect a monitor, please refer to the monitor's manual for more information. Important This platform supports dual-display function by any two output ports (HDMI+DVI, DVI+VGA or VGA+HDMI).
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    Unit) Introduction to the LGA 1155 CPU The surface of the LGA 1155 CPU has two alignment the CPU. Overclocking This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to overclock, please make beyond product specifications is not recommend. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks
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    MS-7752 CPU & Cooler Installation When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU cooler. A CPU cooler is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the
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    Getting Started 5. Inspect the CPU to check if it is properly seated in the socket. Press the loading lever down and lock it under the retention tab. 6. Evenly spread a thin layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) on the top of the CPU. This will help in heat dissipation and prevent CPU
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 9. Push down on the heatsink until the four clips get wedged into the holes on the mainboard. Press the four hooks down to fasten the
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    with your computer case. The locations of the screw holes on the mainboard are shown below. For more information, please refer to the manual that came with the computer case. Important • Install the mainboard on a flat surface free from unnecessary debris. • To prevent damage to the mainboard
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 Power Supply JPWR1: ATX 24-pin Power Connector This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX 24-
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    modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 must be of the same type and density in Dual-Channel mode. • Due to chipset resource usage, the system will only detect up to 31+ GB of memory (not
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 Installing Memory Modules 1. Unlock the DIMM slot by pushing the mounting clips to the side. when the memory module is properly seat and an audible click should be heard. 3. Manually check if the memory module has been locked in place by the DIMM slot's side clips. Notch Volt 1-17
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    numerous ports for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot Important When adding or removing expansion cards
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 Video/ significantly boost the system's graphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Single Video Card Installation 1. Determine your video card's manual for further instructions regarding driver installation or other special settings. 1-19
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    is a multi-GPU performance gaming platform. By linking together gaming platform. This mainboard will automatically detect CrossFire™ technology and make changes in the BIOS as needed. Follow the instructions . For best compatibility with the mainboard, MSI graphics cards are recommended. • Make sure
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 3. Boot up the computer and install the drivers and software included in your video card package. For more information, please refer to the manual that came with your video card. 4. After all of the hardware and software has been properly installed, reboot the system. After
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    Link. If you intend to use SLI mode, please follow the instructions below to properly set up SLI mode. The instructions below are meant for a two video card SLI configuration. 1. the computer and install the drivers and software included in your video card package. For more information, please refer to
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 4. After all of the hardware and software has been properly installed, used in SLI mode are of the same brand and specifications. For best compatibility with the mainboard, MSI graphics cards are recommended. • Make sure to connect an adequate power supply to the power connectors
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    SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 SATA1~2 (6Gb/s, by Intel® Z77/ Z75) SATA3~6 (3Gb/s, by Intel® Z77/ Z75) Important • Many SATA devices also need a power the case. Refer to the manual that came with your computer case or your SATA device for further installation instructions. • Please do not fold the
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~4: Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the mainboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Remember to
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    connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. When installing the front panel connectors, please use the enclosed mConnectors to simplify installation. Plug all the wires from the computer case
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    MS-7752 JUSB1~3: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB 3.0 Expansion Connector The USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbits/s (SuperSpeed). 115V 111.U2S1.U3B1S.2G4B.1.0rU25o+..Su10Un6B-
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    .IGNTroRuUnd JTPM1: TPM Module connector This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. TPM module is optional 115V 2.34V.36S..3tS8aVe.n15Prd0iVaob1.NlwyP2I1o.eRopG4rwoPQ.rwGeionreurornudnd 1.L3P.L5CP.LCC7P
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    MS-7752 JDLED3: Voice Genie Connector (optional) This connector is used to link to the voice control module (optional). Please refer to its user guide the OC Genie and some additional functions. Please refer to its user guide for more details and usages. 1.T2U.CRoBnOtrol Pin 3.T4U.NRoBPOin JCOM1:
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    Getting Started FV1: Voltage Checkpoints Connector (optional) These voltage checkpoint are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included) will be required to check voltages. To check the voltage, please use the included voltage checkpoint cables included in the mainboard
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    Chapter 1 MS-7752 Jumpers JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the mainboard to save system configuration data.
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    Getting Started LED Status Indicators CPU_PHASE LEDs CPU_PHASE LEDs These LEDs will change according to CPU loading. The higher the power phase number, the more reliable the power flow to the processor. 1-32
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    Chapter 2 BIOS Setup CLICK BIOS II is a revolutionary UEFI interface that allows you to setup and configure your system for optimum use. Using your mouse and keyboard, users can change BIOS settings, monitor CPU temperature, select the boot device priority and view system information such as the CPU
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    monitor Mode selection BIOS menu selection System information Boot menu Boot device priority bar BIOS menu selection Menu display Important The pictures in this guide are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased. Please refer to the actual screens of your system for detailed
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    MS-7752 ▶ System information This block shows the time, date, CPU name, CPU frequency, DRAM frequency, DRAM capacity and the BIOS version. ▶ BIOS menu selection The following options are available: ■ SETTINGS - Use this menu to specify your settings for chipset to enter the MSI Winki web browser.
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    BIOS Setup Operation CLICK BIOS II allows you to control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations. Hot key Mouse Description Select Item Move the cursor Select Icon/ Field Click/ Doubleclick
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    SETTINGS MS-7752 Chapter 2 System Status ▶ System Date This allows you to set the system date that you want (usually the current date). The format is <
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    to enter the sub-menu. ▶ PCIE GEN3 When set to [Enabled], the feature allows PCIe 3.0 slots support expansion cards with PCIe generation 3.0 link speed. To avoid PCIe 1.0, 2.0 card compatibility problems, you can set to [Disabled]. ▶ PCI Latency Timer Controls how long each PCI device can hold the
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    MS-7752 ▶ HD Audio Controller This item allows you to enable/ disable the HD audio controller. ▶ HPET The HPET (High Precision Event Timers) is a component that is part of the chipset USB 2.0 controller. ▶ Legacy USB Support Enable or disable support for USB keyboards, mice and floppy drives
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    Using Products Lot 6 2013 (EUP) reduces power consumption when system is off or in standby mode. Note: When enabled, the system will not support RTC wake up event functions. ▶ Restore after AC Power Loss This item specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs
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    Chapter 2 MS-7752 Boot ▶ Full Screen Logo Display This item enables this system to show the company logo on the boot-up screen. [En- abled] Shows a still image (
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    BIOS Setup OC Important • Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. • Overclocking internal clock speed of the processor. This feature can only be changed if the processor supports this function. ▶ Adjusted CPU Frequency It shows the adjusted CPU frequency. Read-only.
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    MS-7752 ▶ EIST Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the performance level of the microprocessor whether the computer is running on battery or AC power. This field only appears with installed CPUs that support Setting to [MSI] OC Genie will option" sub-menu manually for OC Genie.
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    These items are used to specific the voltage of CPU, Memory, GPU and chipset for OC Genie function. ▶ Current CPU Core Voltage/ Current CPU I/O Core each channel and the following related "Advanced DRAM Configuration" sub-menu manually. ▶ Advanced DRAM Configuration Press to enter the sub-
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    Chapter 2 MS-7752 ▶ tRP Controls number of cycles for RAS (row address strobe) to be allowed to pre-charge. If insufficient time is allowed for RAS to accumulate
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    clock generator pulses. Important • If you do not have any EMI problem, leave the setting at [Disabled] for optimal system stability and performance. These items are used to adjust the voltage of CPU, Memory, GPU and chipset. ▶ Current CPU Core Voltage/ Current CPU I/O Core Voltage/ Current DRAM
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    Chapter 2 MS-7752 ▶ OC Profile Save to USB Save the current overclocking settings to this information at any time by pressing [F4]. Press to enter the sub-menu. ▶ CPU Technology Support Press to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu shows the installed CPU technologies. Read only. ▶
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    BIOS Setup level, the processor automatically reduces its clock speed. For overclocking, it is recommended this feature is disabled. ▶ Intel C-State C-state is a power management state that detects when the system is idle and lowers power consumption accordingly. ▶ Package C State limit This field
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    ECO MS-7752 Chapter 2 Important Once you click the "ECO" button in the pre-set area switch feature to reach the best power saving. ▶ Motherboard LED Control This item allows you to enable (Auto)/ disable (disabled) the mainboard phase LED. ▶ C1E Support To enable this item to reduce the CPU power
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    Winki, follow the steps below: 1. Power on your computer and enter Windows operating system. 2. Insert MSI Driver Disc into the optical drive. The setup screen will automatically appear. 3. Click Driver tab. 4. Click OTHERS button. 5. Select Winki to start installing. 6. When finished, restart your
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    UTILITIES MS-7752 Chapter 2 ▶ HDD Backup Hard disk storage backups and restoring is one that you won't need to spend time searching manually. Important HDD Backup and Live Update request Winki, please install the "Winki" software application from MSI Driver Disc in Windows first. And then you can
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    UEFI rom to file Please setup a specific folder in specific USB/ Storage drive to save BIOS file from BIOS ROM chip data. Note: it only supports FAT/ 32 file system drive. ▶ Select UEFI file to flash This item allows you to select a particular BIOS file from the USB/ Storage (FAT/ 32
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    MS-7752 Updating the BIOS with Live Update This section tells you how to update the BIOS by using the Live Important Do not unplug or shut off your system during BIOS Flash. Incorrect BIOS flashing can cause the motherboard to not POST. Please ensure you have the correct version and model of your
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    confirm the password is being disabled. Once the password is disabled, you can enter the setup and OS without authorization. ▶ U-Key Enable or disable USB driver device as key. This requires the USB device to be plugged in for access to the computer.. ▶ Make U-Key at When the "U-Key" as sets
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    Chapter 2 MS-7752 ▶ Chassis Intrusion Enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status and issuing a warning message if opened. To clear the warning logs, set the field to [Reset]. The setting of the field will return to [Enabled] later. 2-23
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    Appendix A Realtek Audio The Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple streaming) through the Front-Out-Left and Front-Out-Right channels.
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    Click AUDIO button. Click here 4. Select Realtek HD Audio Drivers to start installing the drivers. 5. Click Next to install the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to install drivers. 7. Click Finish to restart the system. Important The HD Audio Configuration
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    MS-7752 Software Configuration After installing the audio driver, the "Realtek HD Audio Manager" icon will pop up accordingly. double click the icon It is also available to enable the audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager from the Control Panel. Software panel overview The
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    Realtek Audio ■ Device Selection Here you can select a audio output source to change the related options. The "check" sign (in orange) indicates the devices as default. ■ Volume Adjustment You can control the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear
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    Hardware Default Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting. ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 2-channel speakers diagram Front MS-7752 ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram Front Rear Appendix A A-5
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    Realtek Audio ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 6-channel speakers diagram Front Center & SubwoRofeear r ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 8-channel speakers diagram Front Center & Side SSuurbrwouoRnodfeear r A-6
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    Appendix B Intel RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and enabling RAID functionality and accelerating system on platforms
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    to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside your PC. The most outstanding features are: 1. Supports 3 Gb/s or 6 Gb/s transfers with CRC error checking. 2. Supports Hot-plug-n-play feature. 3. Data handling optimizations including tagged command queuing, elevator seek and packet chain
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    MS-7752 Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM should be integrated with the system BIOS on all mainboards with a supported Intel chipset. The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM is the Intel RAID implementation and provides BIOS and DOS
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    Intel RAID After pressing the and keys simultaneously, the following window will appear: [ [ MMAAININ MENU ]] 1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Options 2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit [ DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION ] RAID
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    MS-7752 3. In the Disk field, press key and use key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume, then click <
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    Intel RAID 6. Go to the Create Volume field and press , the following screen appears for you to confirm if you are sure to create the RAID volume. Press to continue. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID1(Mirror) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : N / A Capacity : XXX.X
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    MS-7752 ■ Delete RAID Volume Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives will be lost. Important If
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    Intel RAID ■ Reset Disks to Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. The following screen appears: [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Options 2. Delete RAID Volume [ RESET
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    MS-7752 ■ Recovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears: [ RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS ] 1. Enable Only
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    , you can use the USB floppy drive only. For Windows 7 you can use CD/ DVD/ USB drive. Important Please follow the instruction below to make an "Intel® RAID Driver" for yourself. • Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. • Click the "Browse CD" on the Setup screen. • Copy all the contents in
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    B MS-7752 ■ Existing Windows Driver Installation 1. Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. 2. The DVD will auto-run and the setup screen will appear. 3. Under the Driver tab, click on Intel RAID Drivers. 4. The drivers will be automatically installed. ■ Confirming Windows Driver Installation
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    Intel RAID Degraded RAID Array A RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 volume is reported as degraded when one of its hard drive members fails or is temporarily disconnected, and data mirroring is lost. As a result, the system can only utilize the remaining functional hard drive member. To re-establish data
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    Appendix B MS-7752 5. Exit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system. 6. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, hard drive and select 'Rebuild to this Disk'. The 'Rebuild Wizard' will be launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard drive. B-13
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    Check your SSD manufacturer's website, upgrade firmware in order to support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology. Intel® Rapid Storage Technology can only 8. Insert the MSI DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. Click here 9. Click the "STORAGE" on the Setup screen. 10. Click the "Intel RAID Driver" to install Intel
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    11. Run Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application. 12. Click "Enable acceleration" under Accelerate. Click here 13. Select the acceleration options. MS-7752 14. Click OK and reboot the system. The page refreshes and reports the new acceleration configuration in the Acceleration View. Important
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    is not always synchronized with the data in the SSD cache. In some situations, you may want to manually sync the disks for avoiding data loss. Follow these steps to sync manually. 1. Reboot system, during the Power-On Self Test (POST) press, press and keys simultaneously to enter the
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Z77A-G45/
Z75A-G45
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MS-7752 (v1.x) Ma±nboard
G52-77521X5