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- MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 1
Start Thank you for purchasing the MSI® Creator X299 motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration URL by scanning the QR code. Preparing Tools and Components Intel® LGA 2066 CPU CPU Fan DDR4 Memory Power Supply Unit Chassis Graphics Card Thermal Paste SATA Hard Disk Drive - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 2
discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly. ∙∙Ensure that 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 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 3
Installing a Processor 1 3 2 https://youtu.be/ecdkLMmkya4 4 5 9 8 10 6 7 11 12 13 Quick Start 3 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 4
Installing DDR4 memory http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs 1 3 2 2 B1 B2 A1 A2 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 8 DIMMs CPU Intel® Core™ X-series 10000/ 9000/ 78xx (above) processors C2 C1 D2 D1 4 Quick Start - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 5
-EDDL+ED RESET SW POWER SW Power LED Power Switch - -+ -- ++ JFP1 2 1 + 10 9 Reserved HDD LED Reset Switch 1 HDD LED + 2 3 HDD LED - 4 5 Reset Switch 6 7 Reset Switch 8 9 Reserved 10 Power LED + Power LED Power Switch Power Switch No Pin HDD LED POWER LED HDD LED RESET - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 6
Installing the Motherboard 1 2 BAT1 6 Quick Start - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 7
Connecting the Power Connectors http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1 CPU_PWR2 PCIE_PWR1 CPU_PWR3 Quick Start 7 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 8
Installing SATA Drives http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc 2 1 3 5 4 8 Quick Start - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 9
Installing a Graphics Card http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A 1 3 2 5 4 6 Quick Start 9 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 10
Connecting Peripheral Devices 10 Quick Start - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 11
Power On 1 2 3 4 Quick Start 11 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 12
DDR4 memory 4 Connecting the Front Panel Header 5 Installing the Motherboard 6 Connecting the Power Connectors 7 Installing SATA Drives 8 Installing a Graphics Card 9 Connecting Peripheral Devices 10 Power On...11 Specifications...15 JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification 21 Package contents 21 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 13
JRGB1: RGB LED connector 52 JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors 53 JCORSAIR1: CORSAIR Connector 54 Onboard LEDs...55 EZ Debug LED...55 JPWRLED1: LED power input 55 XMP LED...55 Multi-BIOS LEDs...56 Debug Code LED...56 Hexadecimal Character Table 56 Boot Phases...56 Debug Code LED Table - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 14
Volume 92 Removing a RAID Volume 93 Resetting Disks to Non-RAID 94 Rebuilding RAID Array 95 Installing RAID Driver 96 Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration 97 System Requirements 97 Installing the Intel® Optane™ memory 97 Removing the Intel® Optane™ memory 99 Troubleshooting 100 14 Contents - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 15
CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU LAN Wireless LAN & Bluetooth® Audio Supports Intel® Core™ X-series 10000/ 9000/ 78xx (above) processors for socket LGA2066 Intel® X299 Chipset ∙∙8x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 256GB* ▪▪Support DDR4 4266+(OC)/ 4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3733(OC - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 16
x4, 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices* * M2_3 slot is unavailable with 28-lane CPU. Intel® X299 Chipset ∙∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices ∙∙Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 PCIe storage devices ASMedia® ASM3242 Chipset ▪▪1x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 (SuperSpeed USB - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 17
Connectors LED Connectors ∙∙1x 24-pin ATX main power connector ∙∙3x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors ∙∙1x flat 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (Provides additional power for PCIe x16 slots) ∙∙8x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ∙∙1x U.2 port ∙∙2x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) ∙∙2x USB - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 18
EATX Form Factor ∙∙12 in. x 10.7 in. (30.5 cm x 27.2 cm) ∙∙2x 128 Mb flash ∙∙UEFI AMI BIOS ∙∙ACPI 6.1, SM BIOS 2.8 ∙∙ Multi-language ∙∙ Drivers ∙∙CREATOR CENTER ∙∙Nahimic Audio ∙∙CPU-Z MSI GAMING ∙∙MSI App Player (BlueStacks) ∙∙Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) ∙∙Google Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 19
Features Special Features Continued from previous page ∙∙Creator Optimization ∙∙Creator Hotkey ∙∙Mystic Light ∙∙Hardware Monitor ∙∙True Color ∙∙Live update ∙∙Speed Up ∙∙Smart Tool ∙∙Super Charger Please refer to http://download.msi. com/manual/mb/CREATORCENTER. pdf for more details. ∙∙ Audio - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 20
Boost ▪▪OC Engine (Clock gen) ▪▪USB with type A+C ▪▪Lightning USB ▪▪Lightning USB 20G ▪▪Front Lightning USB (20PIN) ▪▪Triple CPU Power ∙∙User Experience ▪▪Creator CENTER ▪▪Creator HOTKEY ▪▪Speed Up ▪▪Total Fan control ▪▪Live Update ▪▪APP Player ∙∙ BIOS ▪▪Click BIOS 5 ▪▪System saver ▪▪Dual BIOS 20 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 21
of LED strips exceeds 8. 6 6 6 Package contents Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain: Motherboard Creator X299 User manual 1 Documentation Quick installation guide 1 Application USB drive with drivers & utilities 1 SATA 6Gb/s cable 4 LED JRGB Y cable - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 22
Express Bus 8x SATA 6Gb/s Processor 4 Channel DDR4 Memory DMI 3.0 Wi-Fi / Bluetooth Aquantia AQC107 (10-Gb LAN) Intel I219V PCIE Bus PCIE Bus 1x U.2 4x USB 3.2 Gen1 X299 PCH PCIE Bus 6x USB 2.0 NV6797 Super I/O P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard Realtek ALC1220 (Rear + Front) Audio Jacks ASMEDIA - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 23
BIOS Button USB 3.2 Optical S/PDIF-Out USB 2.0 Type-A Gen 2x2 Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1 Flash BIOS Port Type-A ∙∙ Clear CMOS button - Power off your computer. Press and hold the Clear CMOS button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to default values. ∙∙ Flash BIOS Port - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 24
Realtek Audio Console After Realtek Audio Console is installed. You can use it to change sound settings to get better sound experience. Application Enhancement Device Selection Main Volume Connector Settings Jack Status ∙∙ Device Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 25
Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Side Center/ Subwoofer Rear I/O Panel 25 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 26
Installing Antennas 1. Combine the antenna with the base. 2. Screw two antenna cables tight to the WiFi antenna connectors as shown. 2 1 3. Place the antenna as high as possible. 26 Rear I/O Panel - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 27
Overview of Components DIMMA2 DIMMA1 CPU Socket DIMMD1 CPU_PWR3 DIMMD2 DIMMB2 DIMMC1 DIMMB1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_PWR2 DIMMC2 CPU_PWR1 SYS_FAN1 PCI_E1 M2_1 PCI_E2 M2_2 PCI_E3 M2_3 JOC_FS1 JOC_RT1 PCI_E4 OC1 PUMP_FAN1 SYS_FAN4 JCORSAIR1 JRAINBOW1 ATX_PWR1 VRAID1 JUSB5 BAT1 JAUD1 JRGB1 JFP1 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 28
36 OC GENIE 4 Knob 42 OC_FS1 OC_RT1 OC Force Enter BIOS Jumper 44 OC Retry Jumper 44 PCI_E1~4 POWER1, RESET1 PCIe Expansion Slots 32 Power Button, Reset Button 50 SATA1~8 T_SEN1 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors 40 Thermal Sensor Connector 46 U2_1 VRAID1 U.2 Connector 35 Virtual RAID on CPU - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 29
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 . ∙∙This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 30
B1B2A1A2 C2C1D2D1 Memory module installation recommendation 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 3 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 5 DIMMs 6 DIMMs 7 DIMMs 8 DIMMs B1 B2 A1 A2 CPU BAT1 Intel® Core™ X-series 10000/ 9000/ 78xx (above) processors C2 C1 D2 D1 DIMMB1 DIMMB2 DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMC2 DIMMC1 DIMMD2 DIMMD1 30 Overview of - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 31
for full DIMMs installation or overclocking. ∙∙The stability and compatibility of installed memory modules depend on installed CPU and devices when overclocking. ∙∙Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. Overview of Components 31 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 32
PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots PCI_E1: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes) PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x8 (CPU lanes) PCI_E3: PCIe 3.0 x16 (CPU lanes) BAT1 PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x8 (CPU lanes) PCIe, M2_2 and M2_3 slots bandwidth table for 48-lane CPU Graphics Card PCI_E1 2-Way @ 3.0 x8 2-Way @ 3.0 x16 2-Way* @ 3.0 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 33
as MSI Gaming Series 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 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 34
4. Reconnect the power cord, power up the computer and install the drivers and software included VROC (Virtual RAID on CPU) key module. You need to enable the VROC function with Intel® RSTe (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise) driver. 1 1 GND 2 VCC3 3 GND 4 SATA_RAID_KEY ⚠⚠ - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 35
://youtu.be/KgFvKDxymvw Installing U.2 SSD 1. Connect the U.2 cable to the U.2 connector on the motherboard. 2. Connect the U.2 cable to the U.2 SSD. 3. Connect the U.2 cable to power adapter cable. U.2 SSD U.2 Connector 1 2 U.2 Cable 3 Connect to power adapter cable Overview of Components 35 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 36
M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M) ⚠⚠Important ∙∙Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ∙∙Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready for M2_1 slot. ∙∙M2_2 & M2_3 slots only support PCIe 3.0 interface. M2_1 M2_2 M2_3 Installing M.2 module 1. Loosen the screws of M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink. 2. Lift the M.2 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 37
3. For 2242/ 2260 M.2 SSD, please move and fasten the M.2 standoff to the appropriate position to your M.2 SSD. For 2280 M.2 SSD, please skip this step. For 22110 M.2 SSD, please remove the M.2 standoff. 4. Insert your M.2 SSDs into the M.2 slots at a 30-degree angle. 5. If the M.2 SSD is shorter - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 38
Installing M.2 XPANDER-AERO card To install the M.2 XPANDER-AERO card, please follows the steps below. 1. Remove the heatsink by loosening four screws on the back of the M.2 XPANDERAERO card. 1 1 1 1 2. Loosen M.2 screw from M.2 standoff. 3. Loosen M.2 standoff. 4. Move and fasten M.2 standoff - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 39
the screw to secure the M.2 XPANDER-AERO card. 10 9 PCI_E1/ PCI_E3 11. Connect the PCIE_PWR1 to the power supply. 12. Connect the case's HDD LED cable to the JCASE connector. 13. Using the supplied HDD LED cable to connect the JMB connector and JFP1's HDD pins (pin 1 & pin3). 11 PCIE_PWR1 JCASE - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 40
is recommended that the flat connector be connected to the motherboard for space saving purposes. JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors LED - 4 5 Reset Switch 6 7 Reset Switch 8 9 Reserved 10 Power LED + Power LED Power Switch Power Switch No Pin JFP2 1 + - + Buzzer 1 Speaker - 2 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 41
24 +3.3V -12V Ground PS-ON# Ground Ground Ground Res +5V +5V +5V Ground 1 PCIE_PWR1 +12V 3 Ground 1 2 Ground 4 +5V ⚠⚠Important Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard. Overview of Components 41 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 42
manually select a stage from number 0 (default) to number 11 (extreme) for overclocking the processor. The processor's voltage and frequency will be automatically adjusted after you power on your computer. This function will only be available if the installed processor supports MSI CREATOR CENTER - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 43
OC GENIE 4 Knob overclocking stage table Stage 0 1 2 4 6 8 10 11 i7-7800X 3.5 GHz 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz 4.3 GHz 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz 4.6 GHz 4.7 GHz i7-7820X 3.6 GHz 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz 4.6 GHz 4.7 GHz 4.8 GHz 4.9 GHz 5.0 GHz CPU Max Frequency i9-7900X i9-7920X 3.3 GHz 2.9 GHz 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz 4.5 GHz - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 44
try extreme low temperature overclocking at their own risks. The overclocking results will vary according to the CPU version. ∙∙Please don't switch to Enabled when power-off or the system will be un-bootable. 44 Overview of Components - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 45
fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage. This motherboard can automatically detect PWM and DC mode. However, you can follow the instruction below to adjust the fan connector to PWM or DC Mode manually. 1 CPU_FAN1/ SYS_FAN1/ SYS_FAN4 (Default Auto mode) 1 SYS_FAN2/ SYS_FAN3 EXS_FAN1 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 46
) will be required to check voltages. To measure voltage, place test leads on the GND (screw mountin g hole) and a V-Check Point. Please refer to the manual of your multimeter for more information. VCCIN VSA GND VCCIO VCC_DDR CORE RING 46 Overview of Components - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 47
connectors allow you to connect USB 3.2 Gen1 ports on the front panel. 10 11 1 10 20 11 JUSB3 JUSB4 1 20 1 Power 11 USB2.0+ 2 USB3_RX_DN 12 USB2.0- 3 USB3_RX_DP 13 Ground 4 Ground 14 USB3_TX_C_DP 5 USB3_TX_C_DN 15 USB3_TX_C_DN 6 USB3_TX_C_DP 16 Ground 7 Ground 17 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 48
install MSI® CREATOR 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. 2 14 1 13 1 LPC Clock 2 3V Standby power 3 LPC Reset 4 3.3V Power - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 49
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel. 2 10 1 9 1 MIC L 2 Ground 3 MIC R 4 NC 5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection 7 SENSE_SEND 8 No Pin 9 Head Phone L 10 Head Phone Detection JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 50
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 (default) Clear - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 51
BIOS by the steps below. Before recovering, please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save the BIOS file to the root of the USB flash drive. 1. Power off the computer. 2. Switch to the normal BIOS ROM with Multi-BIOS switch. 3. Insert the USB - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 52
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 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 53
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. Overview of Components 53 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 54
5 > 6. Any fan not connected in series will break communication and the RGB LED lighting function will not work. ∙∙Quantity of RGB LED Fans or RGB LED Lighting PRO strips supported may differ between models. Please refer to the motherboard specification. ∙∙CORSAIR RGB LED Fan and CORSAIR Lighting - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 55
LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard. CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail. DRAM - indicates DRAM is not detected or fail. VGA - indicates GPU is not detected or fail. BOOT - indicates the booting device is not detected or fail. JPWRLED1: LED power input This connector is used by - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 56
Multi-BIOS LEDs Multi-BIOS LEDs indicate which BIOS ROM is in operation. Red : BIOS A White : BIOS B Debug Code LED The Debug Code LED displays progress and error codes during and after POST. Refer to the Debug Code LED table for details. Debug Code LED Hexadecimal Character Table Hexadecimal 0 1 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 57
Debug Code LED Table SEC Progress Codes 01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard) 02 AP initialization before microcode loading 03 System Agent initialization before microcode loading 04 PCH initialization before microcode loading - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 58
7A - 7F 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 9A 9B DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 59
SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Setup Input Wait Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 60
E0 E1 E2 E3 E4 - E7 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Error Codes E8 E9 EA EB EC - EF S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 61
. 4. Press F11 key during the computer POST (Power-On Self Test) to get into Boot Menu. instructions on the screen to install Windows® 10. Installing Drivers 1. Start up your computer in Windows® 10. 2. Insert MSI you can still manually execute the DVDSetup.exe from the root path of the MSI USB Drive. - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 62
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 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 63
problems. There are several ways to reset BIOS: ∙∙Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults. ∙∙Short the Clear CMOS jumper/ button on the motherboard file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save . Updating the BIOS with MSI CREATOR CENTER Before updating: Make sure - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 64
BIOS Button 1. Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from the MSI® website. 2. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to the root of your USB flash drive (FAT32 format). 3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU and memory - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 65
of OC GENIE 4 by clicking on the question mark in the rightbottom corner. This function will only be available if the installed processor supports this function. ⚠⚠Important Please don't make any changes in OC menu and don't load defaults to keep the optimal performance and system stability - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 66
/ MB temperature, MB/ Fan Fail Warning Control and BIOS Log Review by clicking on their respective button. maximize system performance. This feature will increase power consumption. ∙∙ M-Flash - click on the Hardware Monitor menu that allows you to manually control the fan speed by percentage. ∙∙ - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 67
. ▪▪HARDWARE MONITOR - allows you to set the speeds of fans and monitor voltages of system. ▪▪BOARD EXPLORER - provides the information of installed devices on this motherboard. ∙∙ Menu display - provides BIOS setting items and information to be configured. BIOS Setup 67 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 68
⚠⚠Important If the connected SATA device is not displayed, turn off computer and re-check SATA cable and power cable connections of the device and motherboard. ▶▶System Information Shows detailed system information, including CPU type, BIOS version, and Memory (read only). ▶▶DMI Information Shows - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 69
decoded in above 4G address space. It is only available if the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. [Enabled] Allows you to utilize more than 4x power LED behaviors. Press Enter to enter the submenu. ▶▶Power LED [Blinking] Sets shining behaviors of the onboard Power LED. [Dual Color] The power - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 70
for SATA storage devices. ▶▶M2_X-RST Pcie Storage Remapping [Disabled] Enables or disables Intel Rapid Storage Technology for M.2 PCIe devices. ▶▶M.2/Optane Genie [Disabled] Enables or disables Intel RST support for M.2 SSDs or Optane memory. ▶▶SATAx Hot Plug [Disabled] Allows user to enable - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 71
the system power consumption according to ErP regulation. [Enabled] Optimize the system power consumption according to ErP regulation. It will not support S4 & For the UEFI driver add-on devices and UEFI mode OS. ▶▶MSI Fast Boot [Disabled] MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 72
. This item will only be available when MSI Fast Boot is disabled. [Enabled] Enables be loaded. This item appears when Secure Boot Support is enabled. [Standard] The system will automatically user to configure the secure boot settings and manually load the secure keys. ▶▶Key Management Manages - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 73
USB devices which are supported by third party integrated chips. [Enabled] Enables the system to be awakened from the power saving modes when note that data of SSD will be erased after enabling Secure Erase+. ▶▶Intel ( R ) Ethernet Connection I219-V Shows driver information and configuration of - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 74
[Disabled] The system boots straight to the BIOS setup by long pressing the power button about 4 seconds when the system is off. Disables this function. ▶▶ sets to UEFI. [UEFI] [LEGACY+UEFI] Enables UEFI BIOS boot mode support only. Enables both Legacy BIOS boot mode and UEFI BIOS boot mode. - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 75
disabled, you can enter the setup and OS without authorization. ▶▶Trusted Computing Sets TPM (Trusted Platform Module) function. ▶▶Security Device Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the TPM function to build the endorsement key for accessing the system. ▶▶Chassis Intrusion Configuration Press - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 76
▶▶Save Changes and Reboot Save all changes and reboot the system. ▶▶Save Changes Save current changes. ▶▶Discard Changes Discard all changes and restore to the previous values. ▶▶Restore Defaults Restore or load all default values. ▶▶Boot Override The installed bootable devices will appear on this - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 77
OC ⚠⚠Important ∙∙Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. ∙∙Overclocking of Group X and Target CPU Turbo Ratio Group 1. This option only appears when a CPU that supports this function is installed. ▶▶CPU Ratio [Auto] Sets the CPU ratio that is used to determine CPU - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 78
frequency dynamically. It can decrease average power consumption and average heat production. [Disabled] Disables EIST. ▶▶Intel Turbo Boost [Enabled]* Enables or disables the Intel® Turbo Boost. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this function. [Enabled] Enables this function - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 79
. This item will be available when the Dynamic Frequency Search is enabled. [Once] Run once in the next system boot. [Each Power On] Run in every time when system is powered on. ▶▶Dynamic Frequency Search Step (MHz) [Auto] Sets the increase for running the dynamic BCLK. If set to Auto, BIOS will - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 80
. Please enable XMP or select a profile of memory module for overclocking the memory. This item will be available when the memory modules that support X.M.P. is installed. ▶▶DRAM Reference Clock [Auto]* Sets the DRAM reference clock. The valid value range depends on the installed CPU. This item - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 81
powers related to CPU PWM. ▶▶CPU Voltages control [Auto] These options allows you to set the voltages related to CPU. If set to Auto, BIOS will set these voltages automatically or you can set it manually by pressing [F4]. Read only. ▶▶CPU Technology Support Press Enter to enter the sub-menu. The - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 82
instructions simultaneously. In this way, the system performance is highly improved. This item appears when the installed CPU supports this technology. [Enable] Enables Intel input value to circumvent boot problems with older operating system that do not support the processor with extended CPUID - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 83
Instructions) support. This item appears when a CPU supports this function. ▶▶Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] Enables or disables the Intel Disables this function. ▶▶Intel C-State [Auto] Enables or disables the Intel C-state. C-state is a processor power management technology defined by - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 84
VR (Voltage Regulator). This item only appears when a CPU that support this function is installed. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically VR efficiency management. This item only appears when a CPU that support this function is installed. [Auto] This setting will be configured - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 85
M-FLASH M-FLASH provides the way to update BIOS with a USB flash drive. Please down-load the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website, save the BIOS file into your USB flash drive. And then follow the steps below to update BIOS. 1. Insert the USB flash drive that - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 86
OC PROFILE ▶▶Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press to enter the submenu. ▶▶Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Name the current overclocking profile. ▶▶Save Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Save the current - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 87
HARDWARE MONITOR Temperature Speed Fan Manage Setting Buttons Information display ▶▶Temperature The assignment fan will be controlled according to the selected temperature source. And you can set the duty cycle for each fan. ▶▶Speed Shows all fans' speeds. ▶▶Fan Manage ▪▪PWM - allows you to - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 88
3 is included in the audio driver. If you need to install it or update it, please use the Driver Disc with your motherboard or download the driver from MSI's official website. Audio Tab From this tab, you can access all of Nahimic 3's audio effects, audio profiles and settings. Device display - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 89
▪▪Voices - it boosts (or removes) the speech in movies, video games and incoming communication from -12 to +12 dB. ▪▪Bass - increases (or decreases) the energy in low frequencies from -12 to +12 dB. ▪▪Treble - increases (or decreases) the energy in high frequencies from -12 to +12 dB. ∙∙ Reset - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 90
Sound Tracker Tab The Sound Tracker is an FPS oriented feature that provides a visual indication localizing the sources of the sounds while in a game. These are represented by dynamic segments pointing the direction of the sounds: the more opaque they are, the stronger the sounds are. Thanks to - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 91
to enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Legacy mode. However, most newer version of operating systems support UEFI and the Intel Rapid Storage description is based on the UEFI mode. To enter the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu 1. Power on and press Delete key to enter BIOS Setup menu. - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 92
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology submenu. Creating RAID Volume 1. As previously mentioned, enable Intel available values range from 4KB to 128 KB in power of 2 increments. The strip size should be chosen the capacity of the volume in the Capacity (MB) field. The default value is the maximum volume - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 93
RAID and you delete the RAID volume, your system will become unbootable. 1. Go to BIOS > SETTING > Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology. 2. Select the RAID volume from the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen to enter the RAID VOLUME INFO screen. 3. Select the Delete item and press Enter - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 94
Resetting Disks to Non-RAID 1. Go to BIOS > SETTING > Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology. 2. Select the RAID volume from the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen to enter the RAID VOLUME INFO screen. 3. Select the disk and press Enter to enter PHYSICAL DISK INFO screen. 4. Select Reset - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 95
refer to the procedure below that corresponds to the current situation. 1. Power off. 2. Replace the failed hard drive with a new one that to BIOS > SETTING > Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology. 4. Select the Degraded RAID volume from the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen to enter - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 96
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. Under the Drivers/Software tab, check the Intel RAID Drivers check-box. 5. Click the Install button. 6. When prompt you to restart, click - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 97
describes how to install and remove the Intel® Optane™ memory. System Requirements ∙∙Intel® Optane™ memory ready MSI® motherboards ∙∙Supported 8th Gen, or later, Intel® Core™ - i Processor ∙∙System BIOS that supports the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) 16 or later driver ∙∙Operating - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 98
in the dialog. 6. Reboot System. ⚠⚠WARNING Once you enable Intel® Optane™ memory, in order to prevent seriously damage your operating system NOT remove the Intel® Optane™ memory module. ∙∙ DO NOT replace the CPU that is not supported by Intel® Optane™ Memory. 98 Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 99
menu during POST. ▫▫Disable M.2/Optane Genie by clicking M.2/Optane Genie item. ▫▫Click Ok in the dialog. ▫▫Press F10 to save configuration and exit. 3. Remove the Intel® Optane™ memory module. ▫▫Power off the system. ▫▫Remove the Intel® Optane™ memory module. Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration 99 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 100
over troubleshooting guide first to see if your got similar symptoms as mentioned below. The power is not on. ∙∙Connect the AC power cord to an electrical outlet securely. ∙∙Check if all ATX power connectors like ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1 are connected from the power supply to the motherboard? ∙∙Some power - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 101
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no European Harmonized Standards. The point of contact for regulatory matters is MSI, MSI-NL Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son. B B クラスB VCCI-B - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 102
la communauté européenne. Par conséquent vous pouvez retourner localement ces matériels dans les points de collecte. MSI WEEE 2002/96/EC 13 2005 MSI MSI EC ESPAÑOL MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda: Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Uni - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 103
msi.com/html/popup/csr/cemm_jp.html http://tw.msi.com/html/popup/csr_tw/cemm_jp.html India RoHS This product complies with the "India unless otherwise indicated in instructions specific to the product. with existing radio services. Radio frequency bands and maximum power levels Features :802 - MSI Creator X299 | User Manual - Page 104
notice. Revision History Version 1.0, 2019/09, First release. Version 1.1, 2019/11, updated release. Technical Support If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user guide, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the
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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI
®
Creator X299
motherboard. This Quick Start
section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some
of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch
it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by
scanning the QR code.
Preparing Tools and Components
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste
CPU Fan
Intel
®
LGA 2066 CPU