MSI H170M PRO-DH User Manual

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BIOS Setup
Resetting BIOS
You might need to restore the default BIOS setting to solve certain problems. There
are several ways to reset BIOS:
● Go to BIOS and press F6 to load optimized defaults.
● Short the Clear CMOS jumper on the motherboard.
● Press the Clear CMOS button, on the rear I/O panel. (Only for the motherboard with
clear CMOS button.)
Updating BIOS
Updating BIOS with M-FLASH
Before updating:
Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI
website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive.
Updating BIOS:
1. Press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup during POST.
2. Insert the USB flash drive that contains the update file into the computer.
3. Selects the M-FLASH tab and click on Yes to reboot the system and enter the
flash mode.
4. Select a BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process.
5. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will reboot.
Updating the BIOS with Live Update 6
Before updating:
Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the internet connection is set
properly.
Updating BIOS:
1. Install and launch MSI LIVE UPDATE 6.
2. Select Manual scan.
3. Check MB BIOS box and click on Scan button.
4. Select the MB BIOS and click on
icon to download and install the latest BIOS
file.
5. Click Next and choose In Windows mode. And then click Next and Start to start
updating BIOS.
6. After the flashing process is 100% completed, the system will restart.

MSI H170M PRO-DH Specifications

General

Form Factor	Micro ATX
Socket	LGA 1151
Chipset	Intel H170
Memory Type	DDR4
Memory Slots	4
Maximum Memory	64 GB
Memory Speed	2133 MHz
PCIe Slots	1 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1
SATA 6Gb/s	6
M.2 Slot	1
USB 3.0 Ports	6
LAN	Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit LAN
Audio	Realtek ALC887 Codec
Video Outputs	1 x HDMI, 1 x DVI-D, 1 x VGA
USB 2.0 Ports	6 (4 on the front, 2 on the back)

Summary

Safety Information

Quick Start Guide

Installing a Processor

Step-by-step guide for correctly installing the CPU onto the motherboard.

Installing DDR4 Memory

Instructions on how to properly insert DDR4 memory modules into the slots.

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Details on connecting front panel connectors like power/reset switches and LEDs.

Installing the Motherboard

Guide on how to physically mount the motherboard inside the computer case.

Installing SATA Drives

Instructions for connecting SATA hard drives and SSDs to the system.

Installing a Graphics Card

Steps for inserting and securing a graphics card into a PCIe slot.

Connecting Power Connectors

Explains how to connect the ATX power supply unit to the motherboard.

Powering On the System

Steps to initiate the computer after all components are installed and connected.

System Specifications

CPU Specifications

Memory Support

Storage Interfaces

USB Connectivity

BIOS Features

Overview of Components

CPU Socket

Details about the LGA 1151 CPU socket, including installation orientation.

DIMM Slots

Information on the memory slots, including installation recommendations.

PCIe Expansion Slots

Description of the PCI Express slots for adding expansion cards.

SATA and SATAe Connectors

Power Connectors

Details the ATX power connectors (JPWR1, JPWR2) for PSU connection.

Front Panel Connectors

USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector

USB 2.0 Connectors

Fan Connectors

Clear CMOS Jumper

BIOS Setup Guide

Entering BIOS Setup

Resetting BIOS

Updating BIOS

Instructions for updating the motherboard's BIOS using M-FLASH or Live Update.

EZ Mode Overview

Advanced Mode Overview

BIOS Settings Menu

BIOS Boot Settings

Configures boot device sequence, logo display, and NumLock state.

BIOS Security Settings

Options for administrator/user passwords, trusted computing, and chassis intrusion.

Overclocking (OC) Settings

Provides options for CPU tuning, voltage adjustments, and memory overclocking.

Software Utilities

Installing Windows OS

Installing Drivers

MSI Command Center Software

Software for monitoring system status and adjusting settings like fan speed and voltage.

MSI Live Update 6

Utility for automatically downloading and installing the latest drivers and BIOS.

Intel Extreme Tuning Utility

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power Issues

No Display Signal

Boot Failure After BIOS Update

Steps to resolve boot issues after a BIOS update.

Lost BIOS Password