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    X58M series MS-7593 (v1.x) Mainboard  G52-75931X1
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    '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 FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=service
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    MS-7593 Safety Instructions ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ￭ Keep this User's Manual for future reference. ￭ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ￭ Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting , get the equipment checked by service personnel: ◯ The power cord
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    if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, emission limits. OIR LA NOTICE D'INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Micro-Star International MS-7593 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
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    MS-7593 WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Statement ENGLISH To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind take back such products at the end of their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded
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    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 Uni recogida de estos residuos. NEDERLANDS Om het milieu te beschermen, wil MSI u eraan herinneren dat.... De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU
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    MS-7593 TÜRKÇE Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatırlatır: Avrupa Birliği ( 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
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    Setup 2-1 Quick Components Guide 2-2 CPU (Central Processing Unit 2-3 Memory 2-7 Power Supply 2-11 Back Panel 2-12 Connectors 2-14 Jumpers 2-21 Switch 2-22 Button 2-23 Slots 2-24 LED Status Indicators 2-30 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 3-1 Entering Setup 3-2 The Main Menu 3-4 Standard CMOS
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    MS-7593 Green Powr 3-16 BIOS Setting Password 3-17 Cell Menu 3-18 Overclocking Profile 3-24 M-Flash 3-25 Load Fail-Safe/ Optimized Defaults 3-28 Appendix A Realtek Audio A-1 Installing the Realtek HD Audio Driver A-2 Software Configuration A-4 Hardware Setup A-19 Appendix B Overclocking
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    Thank you for choosing the X58M Series (MS-7593 v1.X) Micro ATX mainboard. The X58M Series mainboards are based on Intel® X58 & ICH10R/ ICH10 (optional) chipsets for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit the advanced Intel® i7 LGA1366 processor, the X58M Series deliver a high performance and
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    Processor Support ■ Intel® i7 processor in the LGA1366 package (For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://global.msi.com.tw/index. php?func=cpuform2) QPI ■ Up to 6.4 GT/s Chipset ■ North Bridge: Intel® X58 chipset ■ South Bridge: Intel® ICH10R/ ICH10 (optional) chipset Memory Support
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    MS-7593 RAID ■ SATA1~6 support Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (AHCI/ RAID 0/ 1/ 5/ 10) by ICH10R Floppy ■ 1 floppy port ■ Supports 1 FDD with 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB and 2.88 MB Connectors ■ Back panel - 1 PS/2 keyboard port - 1 PS/2 mouse port - 6 USB 2.0 ports - 1 E-SATA port - 1 IEEE
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    ▍ Getting Started Mainboard Layout X58M Series (MS-7593 v1.X) Mainboard 1-
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    Packing Checklist MS-7593 MSI mainboard MSI Driver/Utility DVD SATA Cable (Optional) Power Cable USB Bracket (Optional) Standard Cable for IDE Devices Back IO Shield User's Guide * The pictures are for reference only and may vary from the packing contents of the product you purchased. 1-
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    chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup procedures. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong
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    ▍ Hardware Setup Quick Components Guide CPU, p.2-3 CPUFAN, p.2-16 JPWR2, p.2-11 DDR3, p.2-7 Back Panel, p.2-12 FDD1, p.2-14 JPWR1, p.2-11 IDE1, p.2-14 SYSFAN2, p.2-16 PCIE, p.2-24 SYSFAN1, p.2-16 SYSFAN3, p.2-16 SATA, p.2-15 JBAT1, p.2-21 PCI, p.2-29 JTPM1, p.2-20 JAUD1, p.2-
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    setting, while doing overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications. Introduction to LGA 1366 CPU The pin-pad side of LGA 1366 CPU. The surface of LGA
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    . 1. Open the load level. 2. Lift the load lever up and open the load plate. 3. The CPU socket has a plastic cap on it to protect the contact from damage. Before you install CPU, always cover it to protect the socket pin. Romove the cap from the lever hinge side (as the arrow shows). 4. After
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    MS-7593 5. Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with pure vertical motion and reinstall. 6. Cover the load plate onto the package. 7. Press down the load lever lightly onto the load plate, and then secure the lever with the hook under retention tab.
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    ▍ Hardware Setup 9. Align the holes on the mainboard with the heatsink. Push down 12. Finally, attach the CPU Fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the mainboard. Mainboard Hook Important • Read the CPU status in BIOS. • Whenever CPU is not installed, always protect your CPU socket pin with the
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    MS-7593 Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=testreport DDR3 240-pin, 1.5V 48x2=96 pin 72x2=144 pin Memory Population Rule Please refer to the following illustrations
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    ▍ Hardware Setup Triple-Channel mode In Triple-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with three data bus lines simultaneously. Enabling Triple-Channel mode can enhance the best system performance. When you have three or more memory modules, please always insert them as the
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    MS-7593 Important • DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR2 and the DDR3 standard DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR2 and the DDR3 standard is not backwards compatible. You should always install DDR3 memory modules in the DDR3 DIMM slots. • In Triple channel/ Dual
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    is deeply inserted in the DIMM slot. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automatically close when the memory module is properly seated. 3. Manually check if the memory module has been locked in place by the DIMM slot clips at the sides. Notch Volt Important You can barely see
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    MS-7593 Power Supply ATX 24-pin Power Connector: JPWR1 This connector allows you to connect an ATX 24-pin power supply. To connect the ATX 24-pin power eu+2ds2n5.+3dV2.5+4V5.GVround ATX 8-pin Power Connector: JPWR2 This connector is used to provide 12V power output to the CPU. 1.G2.rG3o.urG4on.
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    ▍ Hardware Setup Back Panel Mouse Keyboard USB Port E-SATA Port (optional) LAN Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices. ▶ E-SATA Port The E-SATA (External-SATA) port is for attaching the E-SATA hard drive. ▶
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    MS-7593 ▶ Audio Ports These audio connectors are used for audio devices. It is easy to differentiate between audio effects according to the color of audio jacks. ■ Line-In (Blue) - Line In, is used for external CD player, tape-player or other audio devices. ■ Line-Out (Green) - Line Out, is a
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    ▍ Hardware Setup Connectors Floppy Disk Drive Connector: FDD1 This connector supports 360 KB, 720 on the same cable, you must configure the drives separately to master / slave mode by setting jumpers. Refer to IDE device's documentation supplied by the vendors for jumper setting instructions. 2-14
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    MS-7593 Serial ATA Connector: SATA1~7 This connector is a high-speed Serial ATA f fdf SATA1~6 supported by ICH10R SATA1_3 SATA2_4 SATA5_6 SATA7 supported by JMB363 SATA7 Important on the screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record. 1.C2.IGNTroRuUnd 2-15
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    or consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan. • CPUFAN & SYSFAN1 support Smart fan control. You can install Overclocking Center utility that will automatically control the CPUFAN & SYSFAN1 speeds according to the actual CPUFAN & SYSFAN1 temperatures. • Fan cooler set with 3 or 4 pins power
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    MS-7593 Front Panel Connectors: JFP1, JFP2 These connectors are for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 is compliant with Intel?Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. PowPoewr LeEr DSwi2tc.h+41.0-6..N+8o.-Pin JFP1 1.+3.-5.-7.H+9D.RDReLseEesDrevteSdwitch
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    ▍ Hardware Setup Front USB Connector: JUSB1 / JUSB2 / JUSB3 This connector, compliant with Intel® I/O Connectivity Design Guide, is ideal for connecting high-speed USB interface peripherals such as USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems and the like. 2.V4C.U6C.SU8BS1.
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    transmission. 1.V2C.S3C.PGDrIoFund S/PDIF Bracket (Optional) Front Panel Audio Connector: JAUD1 This connector allows you to connect the front panel audio and is compliant with Intel® Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. 2.G4r.oP6uR.Mn8Ed.1INSC0Eo.DHNPeeCitnaeEdc#tPiohnone Detection 1.M3.IMC5
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    ▍ Hardware Setup TPM Module connector: JTPM1 (optional) This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) module (optional). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. 2.34V.36S..3tS8aVe.n15Prd0iVaob1.NlwyP2I1o.eRopG4rwoPQ.rwGeionreurornudnd 1.L3P.L5CP.
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    MS-7593 Jumpers Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from an external battery to keep the data of system configuration. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot OS every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the
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    power off the system before changing the switch. • This overclocking behavior depends on the system's configuration (memory capabil- ity, thermal solution...etc), and it is not guaranteed. • You can also overclock by setting BIOS. BIOS overclocking may also cause crash during boot and then please
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    MS-7593 Button The mainboard provides the following button for you to set the computer's function. This section will explain how to change your mainboard's function through the use of button. Power Button: POWER1 This power button is
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    ▍ Hardware Setup Slots PCIE (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Slot The PCI Express slot supports the PCI Express interface expansion card. the documentation for the expansion card to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or
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    MS-7593 ATI software, therefore you don't have to enable the CrossFireXTM in BIOS by yourself. The following details the CrossFireXTM installation. 1. Install Only Windows®XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2)& Windows®XP Professional x64 Edition & Windows®Vista support the CrossFireXTM function. 2-25
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    Setup 3. When all of the hardware and software has been properly set up and installed, reboot the system. After entering the O.S., click the "CatalystTM Control Center" icon on the desktop. There is a setting . for more details, please consult the graphics card manual from the manufacturer. 2-26
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    MS-7593 NVIDIA® SLI Technology (Optional) NVIDIA® SLI (Scalable Link Interface) technology allows two GPUs to run in tandem within a system to achieve up to twice the performance of a single graphics card. To utilize this technology, the two GPU cards must be connected by an SLI Video Link card. SLI
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    and install the NV SLI driver/utility. A configuration panel will be provided for Multi-GPU control. Check the Enable multi-GPU box to enable the SLI function for the onboard graphics cards (concerning the details of multi-GPU settings, please refer to your graphics card manual). Check the box
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    MS-7593 PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slot The PCI slot supports LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications to configure any necessary hardware or software settings for the expansion card, such as jumpers, switches or BIOS configuration. PCI
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    indicate the current CPU power phase mode. Follow the instructions below to read. Lights Off CPU is in 1 phase power mode. CPU is in 2 phase power mode. CPU is in 3 phase power mode. CPU is in 4 phase power mode. CPU is in 5 phase power mode. CPU is in 6 phase power mode. Memory Warning LED
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    information on the BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. You may need to run the Setup program when: ■ An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP. ■ You want to change the default settings for customized
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    line appearing after the memory count is the BIOS version. It is usually in the format: A7593IMS V1.0 030509 where: 1st digit refers to BIOS maker as A = AMI, W = AWARD, and P = PHOENIX. 2nd - 5th digit refers to the model number. 6th digit refers to the chipset as I = Intel, N = NVIDIA, A = AMD and
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    MS-7593 CPU Spec. menu, and read the CPU information Enter the Memory-Z menu, and read the memory information Load Optimized Defaults Load Fail-Safe Defaults Save all the CMOS changes and exit Getting Help After entering the Setup Help The BIOS setup program provides a
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    ▍ BIOS Setup The Main Menu ▶ Standard CMOS Features Use this menu for basic system configurations, such as time, date etc. ▶ Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to setup the items of the BIOS special enhanced features. ▶ Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to specify your settings for integrated
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    MS-7593 ▶ Overclocking Profile Use this menu to save/ load your settings to/ from CMOS for BIOS. ▶ M-Flash Use this menu to read/ flash the BIOS from storage drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only). ▶ Load Fail-Safe Defaults Use this menu to load the default values set by the BIOS vendor for stable system
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    ▍ BIOS Setup Standard CMOS Features The items in Standard CMOS Features Menu include some basic setup items. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then use the or keys to select the value you want in each item. ▶ Date (MM:DD:YY) This allows you to set the system to the date
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    MS-7593 ▶ SATA1~6 & 7/8 & 9/10 & IDE Primary Master/ Slave & E-SATA1/2 Press to enter the to the IDE/ SATA/ E-SATA connectors on the mainboard. ▶ Floppy Drive A This item allows you to set the type of floppy drives installed. ▶ System Information Press to enter the sub-menu, and the
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    ▍ BIOS Setup Advanced BIOS Features ▶ Full Screen Logo Display This item enables this system to show the company logo on the boot-up screen. Settings are: [Enabled] Shows a still image (logo) on the full screen at boot. [Disabled] Shows the POST messages at boot. ▶ Quick Booting Setting the
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    the function, the processor will use only one core to execute the instructions. Please disable this item if your operating system doesn't support HT Function, or unreliability and instability may occur. ▶ Execute Bit Support Intel's Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes
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    ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ HPET The HPET (High Precision Event Timers) is a component that is part of the chipset. You can to enable it, and will provide you with the sub-menu and the following screen appears: ▶ TCG/TPM SUPPORT Setting the option to [Yes] enables TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to the system. 3-10
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    Integrated Peripherals MS-7593 ▶ USB Controller This setting allows you to enable/disable the onboard USB controller. ▶ USB Device Legacy Support Select [Enabled] if you need to use a USB-interfaced device in the operating system. ▶ Onboard LAN Controller This setting allows you to enable/disable
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    ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ On-Chip ATA Devices Press to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears: ▶ PCI IDE BusMaster This item allows you to enable/ disable BIOS to used PCI busmastering for reading/ writing to IDE drives. ▶ OnChip SATA Controller This item allows users to enable or disable
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    Power Management Setup MS-7593 Important S3-related functions described in this section are available only when the BIOS supports S3 sleep mode. ▶ ACPI Function This item is to activate the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Function. If your operating system is ACPI-
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    ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ Restore On AC Power Loss This item specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs. Settings are: [Off] Always leaves the computer in the power off state. [On] Always leaves the computer in the power on state. [Last State] Restore the
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    H/W Monitor MS-7593 ▶ Chassis Intrusion The field enables or disables the feature of recording the chassis intrusion status and issuing a warning message if the chassis is once opened. To clear the warning message, set the field to [Reset]. The setting of the field will automatically return to [
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    ▍ BIOS Setup Green Powr ▶ CPU Phase Control When set to [Auto], the hardware will auto adjust the CPU power phase according to the loading of CPU to reach the best power saving function. ▶ Motherboard LED Control This item is used to enable/ disable the power phase LEDs of the motherboard. -----
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    MS-7593 BIOS Setting Password When you select this function, a message as below will appear on the screen: Type the password, up to six characters in length, and press . The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. You will be prompted to confirm the
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    ▍ BIOS Setup Cell Menu Important Change these settings only if you are familiar with the chipset. 3-18
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    MS-7593 ▶ Current CPU / DRAM / QPI Frequency These items show the current frequencies of CPU, Memory and QPI. Read-only. ▶ CPU Specifications Press to enter the sub-menu and the following screen appears. This submenu shows the information of installed CPU. ▶ CPU Technology Support Press <
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    ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ Auto OverClock Technology Setting this item to [Max FSB] allows the system to detect the FSB limitation for overclocking automatically. If overclocking fails, you can try the lower FSB clock for overclocking successfully. ▶ Adjusted CPU Frequency (MHz) It shows the adjusted CPU
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    MS-7593 ▶ 1N/2N Memory . This setup item allows memory cell. ▶ Advance Memory Setting Setting to [Auto] enables the advance memory timing automatically to be determined by BIOS. Setting to [Manual] allows you to set advanced memory timings. ▶ Memory Ratio This item allows you to set the memory
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    ▍ BIOS Setup ▶ CPU Amplitude Control/ PCI Express Amplitude Control These items are used to select the CPU/ PCI Express clock amplitude. ▶ CPU CLK Skew/ IOH CLK Skew These items are used to select the CPU/ IOH chipset clock skew. They can help CPU to reach the higher overclocking performace. ▶
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    MS-7593 Important Failed Overclocking Resolution This motherboard supports overclocking greatly. However, please make sure your peripherals and components are bearable for some special settings. Any operation that exceeds product specification is not recommended. Any risk or damge resulting from
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    ▍ BIOS Setup Overclocking Profile ▶ Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 These items are used to save the currect settings to selected profile, and they are also used to load the settings from the selected profile. 3-24
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    M-Flash MS-7593 == BIOS Update or Boot 2nd BIOS From USB drive== ▶ M-Flash function as M-Flash function allows you to flash BIOS from USB drive/ storage drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only), or allows the system to boot from the BIOS file inside USB drive (FAT/ FAT32 format only). [Disabled] Disable
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    ▍ BIOS Setup Important • Please refer to the block diagram below about the M-Flash function. • Due to the special design of some graphics cards will cause dark screen during Mflash operation, and you may refer the beeps from the system to confirm the current M-flash process. 3-26
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    MS-7593 ▶ Load BIOS source file from When the M-Flash function as sets to [Boot] or [BIOS Update], this item is selectable. Use this item to select particular BIOS file from the USB/ Storage (FAT/32 format only) drive. == Backup BIOS to USB drive == The following fields are used to read the onboard
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    ▍ BIOS Setup Load Fail-Safe/ Optimized Defaults The two options on the main menu allow users to restore all of the BIOS settings to the default Fail-Safe or Optimized values. The Optimized Defaults are the default values set by the mainboard manufacturer specifically for optimal performance of the
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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. A-
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    the application DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. The setup screen will automati- cally appear. 2. Click Realtek HD Audio Drivers button. Click here Important The HD Audio Configuration software utility is under continuous update to enhance audio applications. Hence, the program screens shown here in this
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    3. Click Next to install the Realtek High Definition Audio Driver. MS-7593 4. Click Finish to restart the system. Click here Select this option Click here Click here A-
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    Software Configuration After installing the audio driver, you are able to use the 2-, 4-, 6- or 8- channel audio feature now. Click the audio icon from the system tray at the lower-right corner of the screen to activate the HD Audio Configuration. It is also available to enable the audio driver by
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    from the Environment list. MS-7593 ■ Environment Simulation You will be able to enjoy different sound experience by pulling down the arrow, totally 23 kinds of sound effect will be shown for selection. Realtek HD Audio Sound Manager also provides five popular settings "Stone Corridor", "Bathroom
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    Audio ■ Equalizer Selection Equalizer frees users from default settings; users may create their owned preferred settings by utilizing this tool. 10 bands of equalizer, ranging from 100Hz to 16KHz. Save The settings are saved permanently for future use Reset 10 bands of equalizer would go back
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    MS-7593 Frequently Used Equalizer Setting Realtek recognizes the needs that you might have. By leveraging our long experience at audio field, Realtek HD Audio Sound Manager provides you certain optimized equalizer settings settings available to you. ■ Karaoke Mode Karaoke mode brings Karaoke fun back
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    Important Before set up, please make sure the playback devices are well plugged in the jacks on the rear or front panel. The Realtek HD Audio front output item will appear after you pluging the speakers into the jacks on the front panel. ■ Multi-Stream Function Realtek audio supports an outstanding
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    MS-7593 When you are playing the first audio source (for example: use Windows Media Player to play DVD/VCD), the output will be played from the rear panel, which is the default setting. Then you must to select the Realtek HD Audio 2nd output from the scroll list first, and use a different program to
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    controls - Enable playback multi-streaming With this function, you will be able to have an audio chat with your friends via headphone (stream 1 from front panel) while still has music (stream 2 from back panel) in play. At any given period, you can have maximum 2 streams operating simultaneously
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    ■ Recording control MS-7593 Tool Mute Recording device -Back Line in/ Mic, Front Lin in -Realtek HD Audio Input Mute You may volume control items to be displayed. - Enable recording multi-streaming Important Realtek audio allows you to record the CD, Line, Mic and Stereo Mix channels
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    I/O In this tab, you can easily configure your multi-channel audio function and speakers. You can choose a desired multi-channel operation here. ■ Headphone for the that is same as your device. - If not correct, Realtek HD Audio Manager will guide you to plug the device into the correct jack. A-12
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    Click to access connector settings. MS-7593 Disable front panel jack detection (optional) Jack detection function only works with HD audio front panel. Please check if front jacks on your system are so-called AC'97 jacks. If so, please check this item to disable front
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    is recommended while playing DVD or Dolby. 96KHz: This is recommended while playing DVD-Audio. 192KHz: This is recommended while playing High quality Audio. Output Source Output digital audio source: The digital audio format (such as .wav, .mp3,.midi etc) will come out through S/PDIF-Out. S/PDIF
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    MS-7593 ■ Test Speakers You can select the speaker by clicking it to test its functionality. The one you select will light up and make testing sound.
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    ▍ Realtek Audio Microphone In this tab you may set the function of the microphone. Select the Noise (playback). However, the voice of your friend might also be recorded into your microphone then go back to your friend through Internet. In that case, your friend will hear his/her own voice again
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    MS-7593 3D Audio Demo In this tab you may adjust your 3D positional audio before playing 3D audio applications like gaming. You may also select different environment to choose the most suitable environment you like. A-17
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    Information In this tab it provides some information about this HD Audio Configuration utility, including Audio Driver Version, DirectX Version, Audio Controller & Audio Codec. You may also select the language of this utility by choosing from the Language list. Also there is a selection Show icon
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    MS-7593 Hardware Setup Connecting the Speakers When you have set the Multi-Channel Audio Function mode properly in the software utility, connect your speakers to the correct phone jacks in accordance with the setting in software utility. ■ 2-Channel Mode for Stereo-Speaker Output 1] Line In 2] Line
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    ▍ Realtek Audio ■ 4-Channel Mode for Stereo-Speaker Output 1] Line In 2] Line Out (Front channels) 3] MIC 4] Line Out (Rear channels) 5] No function 6] No function A-20
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 95
    ■ 6-Channel Mode for Stereo-Speaker Output MS-7593 1] Line In 2] Line Out (Front channels) 3] MIC 4] Line Out (Rear channels) 5] Line Out (Center and Subwoofer channel) 6] No function A-21
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 96
    MIC 4] Line Out (Rear channels) 5] Line Out (Center and Subwoofer channel) 6] Line Out (Side channels) Important To enable 7.1 channel audio-out function on Windows Vista operating system, you have to install the Realtek Audio Driver. Or, the mainboard will support 5.1 channel audio-out only. A-22
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 97
    , helps users to monitor or configure the hardware status of MSI Mainboard in windows, such as CPU clock, voltage, fan speed and temperature. Before you install the Overclocking Center, please make sure the system has meet the following requirements: 1. 256MB system memory. 2. CD-ROM drive for
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 98
    Center Once you have your Overclocking Center installed (locate the setup source file in the setup CD accompanying with your mainboard, path: Utility --> MSI Utility --> Overclocking Center), it will have a short cut icon on the desktop, and a short cut path in your "Start-up" menu. You may
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 99
    MS-7593 System Info In the System Info screen, you can read the informations of mainboard/ memory/ PCI. Motherboard Click Motherboard to read the informations of mainboard, mainboard BIOS, installed CPU and installed graphics card. Important The pictures in this appendix are for reference only and
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 100
    ▍ Overclocking Center Memory Click Memory to read the information of each memory DIMM slot. You can select a DIMM slot you want to read from the SPD list. PCI Click PCI to read the information of devices on the mainboard. B-
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 101
    MS-7593 DOT Click DOT to enter the DOT screen. In DOT, you can select the basic setting to reach optimal performance in Basic menu or you can adjust advanced values for overclocking in Advance menu. Basic In the Basic menu, it provides one default setting and four common settings for different
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 102
    ▍ Overclocking Center Advance In the Advance menu, you can adjust the values for each environment setting/ default setting. Click the Cooling/ Silence/ Default/ Game/ Cinema button to enter it's setting menu. Please refer to the following descriptions to adjust the values and save them. B-
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 103
    MS-7593 In each setting menu, you can select desired values for manual overclocking. Simply click the right side of menu will appear. In the "System Warning" block, you can set the maximum CPU/ system temperature and the minimum CPU/ system fan speed by using the scroll bar. The system will popup
  • MSI X58M | User Guide - Page 104
    ▍ Overclocking Center After you adjust the values in setting menu, you can save it for future use. Click the Save button, and enter a name in the empty box. Then, click Save button again to save the settings. Important It provides you to save up to 20 user settings. Click the Load button and choose
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X58M ser±es
MS-7593 (v1.x) Ma±nboard
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