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MSI MEG Z390 GODLIKE User Manual

MSI MEG Z390 GODLIKE
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Safety Information
Connecting Peripheral Devices

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MSI MEG Z390 GODLIKE Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor socketLGA 1151 (Socket H4)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9, Intel Pentium
Maximum number of SMP processors1
Audio chipRealtek ALC1220
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetIntel Z390
PC health monitoringCPU, FAN, Temperature
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorExtended ATX
Number of mounting holes9
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro x64
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 3000, 3200, 3300, 3333, 3400, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3866, 4000, 4133, 4200, 4266, 4300, 4400, 4500, 4600 MHz
Number of M.2 (M) slots3
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, SATA III
Parallel processing technology support2-Way SLI, 4-Way CrossFireX
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version6.1
BIOS memory size128 Mbit
USB 2.0 connectors2
Number of SATA III connectors6
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors0
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
LAN controllerKiller E2500
Wi-Fi standardsWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth version4.1
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Cables includedSATA
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth272 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Instructions to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge and ensure safe handling of components.

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR4 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

Connecting the Power Connectors

Power On Procedure

Rear I/O Panel Overview

CPU Socket Installation

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

PCIe Expansion Slots

PCIe CeaseFire Switch (PEGSW1)

Installing SLI Graphics Cards

U.2 Connector (U2_1) Installation

M.2 Slots (M2_1~3) Installation

M.2 Module Installation Details

Step-by-step guide for installing M.2 SSDs, including thermal pad placement.

Installing the M.2 Xpander-Z

SATA Connectors (SATA1~6)

Power Connectors

GAME BOOST Knob (OC1)

Fan Connectors

USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors and Charger Port

Power Buttons and Clear CMOS Jumper

Multi-BIOS Switch (BIOS_SW1)

RGB LED Connectors (JRGB, JRAINBOW)

DYNAMIC DASHBOARD Features

Onboard LEDs Overview

Debug Code LED

Debug Code LED Tables and Phases

Explains hexadecimal characters, boot phases, and SEC progress codes for debugging.

SEC and PEI Error/Progress Codes

Lists specific error and progress codes for SEC and PEI stages during boot.

DXE Progress and Error Codes

Details progress and error codes related to the DXE stage of the boot process.

DXE Error Codes

Lists specific error codes encountered during the DXE phase of system initialization.

Installing OS, Drivers, and Utilities

Installing Windows 10

Step-by-step guide for installing the Windows 10 operating system.

Installing Drivers and Utilities

Instructions for installing essential system drivers and additional software utilities.

MYSTIC LIGHT Software

Nahimic 3 Audio Software

Killer Control Center

BIOS Setup Introduction

Resetting and Updating BIOS

Procedures for resetting BIOS to defaults and updating BIOS via M-FLASH or Dragon Center.

Updating BIOS via Flash BIOS Button

Instructions for updating BIOS using the dedicated Flash BIOS button.

EZ Mode BIOS Interface

Advanced Mode BIOS Interface

OC (Overclocking) Settings

OC Explore Mode and CPU Ratio Settings

Options to select OC modes and apply CPU ratio settings for performance tuning.

CPU Frequency, Turbo Boost, and Memory Profiles

Settings for CPU ratio offset, ring ratio, EIST, Turbo Boost, and XMP profiles.

DRAM Timing, Voltage, and CPU Specs

Options for memory timing modes, DRAM voltage control, and CPU specifications.

CPU Features and Virtualization Technologies

Settings for Hyper-Threading, CPU core control, CPUID limits, and Intel Virtualization Tech.

CPU Cache, Power Management, and C-States

Settings for cache line prefetching, AES instructions, C-states, and power limits.

M-FLASH BIOS Update Utility

OC Profile Management

HARDWARE MONITOR

Fan Speed and Temperature Monitoring

Options for monitoring fan speeds, CPU/system temperatures, and voltages.

RAID Configuration

Enabling Intel Rapid Storage Technology

Steps to enable RAID functionality and enter the RST menu.

Creating a RAID Volume

Procedure for creating a new RAID volume with specified name, level, and disks.

Removing a RAID Volume

Steps to delete an existing RAID volume, noting data loss.

Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Process to remove RAID structures from drives and reset them to non-RAID status.

Rebuilding a Degraded RAID Array

Procedure to rebuild a RAID array when a drive has failed or is disconnected.

Installing RAID Drivers

Guide for installing RAID drivers during OS installation or post-installation.

Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration

System Requirements for Optane Memory

Lists the prerequisites for installing and using Intel Optane memory.

Installing and Enabling Intel® Optane™ Memory

Final steps to enable Optane memory through the RST application and important cautions.

Removing Intel® Optane™ Memory

Procedure to disable and physically remove the Optane memory module.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Display Troubleshooting

Solutions for the computer not powering on or showing no display signal.

Boot, Audio, Network, and USB Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for boot failures, no audio, network connectivity, and USB device issues.

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