MSI X79A-GD45 Plus seres User Manual

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Packng Contents
Manboard
Drver / Utlty
DVD
User Gude
Back IO Sheld
SATA Cable
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USB 2.0
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USB 3.0
Bracket
Optonal Accessores
SLI Cable
CrossFre
Cable
M-Connector

MSI X79A-GD45 Plus seres Specifications

General

Socket	LGA 2011
Chipset	Intel X79
Form Factor	ATX
Memory Type	DDR3
Memory Slots	4
Maximum Memory Supported	32GB
SATA 6Gb/s	2
SATA 3Gb/s	4
USB 3.0 Ports	4
USB 2.0 Ports	8
PCI Express x16 Slots	3
PCI Express x1 Slots	2
Audio	Realtek ALC892
LAN	1 x Gigabit LAN

Summary

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Mainboard Specifications and Connectors

Technical features and physical connection points of the mainboard.

Component Installation Procedures

Step-by-step guides for installing CPU, memory, cards, and power.

Onboard Features and Controls

Drivers and Utilities Installation

Process for installing essential software from the included disc.

Chapter 2: BIOS Setup

BIOS Interface Navigation

Core BIOS Settings (SETTINGS)

Configuration of system date, time, SATA mode, and status.

Advanced BIOS Configuration

Fine-tuning of PCI, ACPI, USB, and integrated hardware settings.

Overclocking (OC) and Energy Saving (ECO)

Options for performance tuning and power management features.

BIOS Utilities and Security Features

Appendix B: Intel RAID

Managing RAID Volumes and Drivers