MSI Z87-G43 Series User Manual

Chapter 3
3-6BOIS Setup 3-7 BIOS Setup
3-6BOIS Setup 3-7 BIOS Setup
SETTINGS
System Status
System Date
Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements.
The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>.
<day> Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only.
<month> The month from Jan. through Dec.
<date> The date from 1 to 31 can be keyed by numeric function keys.
<year> The year can be adjusted by users.
System Time
Sets the system time. Use tab key to switch between time elements.
The time format is <hour> <minute> <second>.
SATA Port
Show the information of connected SATA device.
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).
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MSI Z87-G43 Series Specifications

General

Chipset	Intel Z87
Form Factor	ATX
Socket	LGA 1150
Memory Slots	4
Memory Type	DDR3
Max Memory	32 GB
PCIe x16 Slots	2
PCIe x1 Slots	2
SATA Ports	6 x SATA 6Gb/s
Audio	Realtek ALC892
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Multi-GPU Support	AMD CrossFireX
Memory Standard	DDR3-1066/1333/1600/1866/2000/2133/2200/2400/2600/2666/2800/2933/3000 (OC)
USB 3.0 Ports	4
USB 2.0 Ports	8
LAN	Realtek RTL8111G

Summary

Preface

Safety Instructions

Essential guidelines to ensure safe operation and handling of the equipment.

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Assembly Precautions

Motherboard Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard.

CPU Installation and Heatsink

Instructions for installing the CPU and its associated heatsink.

Mounting Screw Holes

Power Supply Installation

Drivers and Utilities

Chapter 2: Quick Installation

CPU Installation

Visual steps for installing the CPU onto the motherboard socket.

Memory Installation

Visual steps for installing RAM modules into the DIMM slots.

Motherboard Installation

Visual steps for mounting the motherboard inside the computer case.

Power Connectors Installation

Visual steps for connecting power supply cables to the motherboard.

Storage Device Installation

Front Panel & Peripheral Connectors

Graphics Card Installation

Visual steps for installing a graphics card into a PCIe slot.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

Entering BIOS Setup

Methods for accessing and entering the system's BIOS setup utility.

Advanced Settings

OC (Overclocking) Settings

Advanced settings for tuning CPU, DRAM, and system frequencies.

M-FLASH (BIOS Update)

Procedure for updating the system BIOS using a USB flash drive.

OC PROFILE Management

HARDWARE MONITOR

Real-time monitoring of system temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.

Appendix B: Intel RAID

Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM

Instructions for accessing and using the Intel RAID configuration utility.

RAID Volume Management

Steps for creating, deleting, and resetting RAID volumes.

Degraded RAID Array

Procedure for handling and rebuilding degraded RAID arrays.

System Acceleration

Guide to enabling system acceleration using Intel Rapid Storage Technology.

Appendix C: Intel SBA

Installing Intel SBA

Step-by-step guide for installing the Intel Small Business Advantage software.