MSI B250M BAZOOKA PLUS User manual

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Unpacking
Unpacking
Thank you for buying the MSI®B250M BAZOOKA PLUS/ B250M BAZOOKA OPT BOOST
motherboard. Check to make sure your motherboard box contains the following items.
If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
SATA Cable x2
Drivers & Utilities
Disc Motherboard User
Guide
I/O Shield
Motherboard
B250M BAZOOKA OPT
BOOST with pre-
installed Intel®Optane™
Memory module

2Safety Information
Safety Information
yThe components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful
computer assembly.
yEnsure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
yHold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
yIt is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when
handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap
is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal
object before handling the motherboard.
yStore the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static
pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.
yBefore turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal
components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
yDo not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause
permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
yIf you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer
technician.
yAlways turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.
yKeep this user guide for future reference.
yKeep this motherboard away from humidity.
yMake sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on
the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
yPlace the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
yAll cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
yIf any of the following situations arises, get the motherboard checked by service
personnel:
Liquid has penetrated into the computer.
The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.
The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user
guide.
The motherboard has been dropped and damaged.
The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.
yDo not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage
the motherboard.

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Quick Start
Intel®LGA 1151 CPU
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
A Package of Screws
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
CPU Fan Thermal Paste
Quick Start
Preparing Tools and Components

4Quick Start
http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI
Installing a Processor
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Quick Start
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Installing DDR4 memory
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
DIMMB2 DIMMB2
DIMMB1
DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMA1

6Quick Start
Connecting the Front Panel Header
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
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JFP1
1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +
3 HDD LED - 4 Power LED -
5 Reset Switch 6 Power Switch
7 Reset Switch 8 Power Switch
9 Reserved 10 No Pin
RESET SW
POWER SW
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
HDD LED
HDD LED
RESET SW
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED -
HDD LED +
POWER LED -
POWER LED +
POWER LED

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Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard
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2

8Quick Start
Installing SATA Drives
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
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Quick Start
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Installing a Graphics Card
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
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10 Quick Start
Connecting Peripheral Devices

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Quick Start
Connecting the Power Connectors
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1

12 Quick Start
Power On
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Contents
Contents
Unpacking .............................................................................................................. 1
Safety Information................................................................................................. 2
Quick Start ............................................................................................................. 3
Preparing Tools and Components.......................................................................... 3
Installing a Processor............................................................................................. 4
Installing DDR4 memory ........................................................................................ 5
Connecting the Front Panel Header....................................................................... 6
Installing the Motherboard..................................................................................... 7
Installing SATA Drives............................................................................................. 8
Installing a Graphics Card ...................................................................................... 9
Connecting Peripheral Devices............................................................................ 10
Connecting the Power Connectors....................................................................... 11
Power On............................................................................................................... 12
Specifications....................................................................................................... 15
Block Diagram .................................................................................................... 19
Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... 20
LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 20
Audio Ports Configuration.................................................................................... 20
Realtek HD Audio Manager .................................................................................. 21
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 22
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 24
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 25
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 26
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 26
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) ......................................................................................... 28
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 29
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 29
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. 29
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ....................................................... 30
JUSB2~3: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 31
JUSB1: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors ....................................................................... 31
CPU_FAN1,SYS_FAN1~3: Fan Connectors........................................................... 32
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 33
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 33
JLED1: RGB LED connector ................................................................................. 34
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 34

14 Contents
EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... 35
BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 36
Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 36
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 37
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 37
System Status Menu............................................................................................. 38
Advanced Menu..................................................................................................... 39
Overclocking Menu ............................................................................................... 46
M-Flash Menu....................................................................................................... 52
Security Menu....................................................................................................... 53
Boot Menu............................................................................................................. 55
Save & Exit Menu.................................................................................................. 56
Software Description........................................................................................... 57
Installing Windows®7/ 8.1/ 10.............................................................................. 57
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 57
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 57
LIVE UPDATE 6...................................................................................................... 58
COMMAND CENTER ............................................................................................. 60
GAMING APP......................................................................................................... 64
X-BOOST ............................................................................................................... 69
MSI SMART TOOL ................................................................................................. 71
DRAGON EYE ........................................................................................................ 72
RAMDISK............................................................................................................... 73
GAMING LAN MANAGER ...................................................................................... 74
Intel®Extreme Tuning Utility................................................................................ 76
SteelSeries Engine 3 ............................................................................................ 77
CPU-Z.................................................................................................................... 79
TriDef VR ............................................................................................................... 80
TriDef SmartCam.................................................................................................. 83
Intel®Optane™ Memory Configuration .............................................................. 84
System Requirements ......................................................................................... 84
Installing the Intel®Optane™ memory ................................................................ 84
Removing the Intel®Optane™ memory ............................................................... 86
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 87
Regulatory Notices.............................................................................................. 88

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Specifications
Specifications
CPU
Supports 6th/7th Gen Intel®Core™i3/i5/i7 processors,
and Intel®Pentium®and Celeron®processors for Socket
LGA1151
Chipset Intel® B250 Chipset
Memory
y4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB
7th Gen processors support DDR4 2400/ 2133 MHz*
6th Gen processors support DDR4 2133 MHz*
yDual channel memory architecture
ySupports Intel®Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)**
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
** DDR4 memory modules can only run at maximum of 2400 MHz for 7th Gen
processors and 2133 MHz for 6th Gen processors on XMP mode.
Expansion Slots
y1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)
y2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
Onboard Graphics
y1x HDMI™port, supports a maximum resolution of
4096x2160@24Hz, 2560x1600@60Hz
y1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of
1920x1200@60Hz
Storage
Intel®B250 Chipset
y6x SATA 6Gb/s ports
y2x M.2 slots (Key M)*
Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices
Intel®Optane™ Memory Ready for M2_2 slot**
* M.2 and SATA ports maximum support 2x M.2 PCIe SSDs + 6x SATA HDDs.
Please refer to page 27 for M.2 slots with examples of various combination
possibilities.
** The Intel®Optane™ memory is pre-installed in the M2_2 slot on the B250M
BAZOOKA OPT BOOST. Please refer to page 84 for Intel®Optane™ Memory
Configuration.
USB
Intel®B250 Chipset
y6x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (3 Type-A & 1
Type-C ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through
the internal USB connector)
y6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 ports on the
back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB
connector)
Audio
yRealtek®ALC892 Codec
y7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
ySupports S/PDIF output
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LAN 1x Realtek®8111H Gigabit LAN controller
Back Panel
Connectors
y1x PS/2 keyboard port
y1x PS/2 mouse port
y1x HDMI™ port
y1x DVI-D port
y1x LAN (RJ45) port
y2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
y3x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports
y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C port
y5x OFC audio jacks
y1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
Internal Connectors
y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0
ports)
y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.1
Gen1 ports)
y1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y3x 4-pin system fan connectors
y1x Front panel audio connector
y2x Front panel connectors
y1x TPM module connector
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y1x Serial port connector
y1x RGB LED connecotr
y1x Clear CMOS jumper
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6795 Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor
yCPU/System temperature detection
yCPU/System fan speed detection
yCPU/System fan speed control
Form Factor ym-ATX Form Factor
y9.6 in. x 9.6 in. (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)
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Specifications
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BIOS Features
y1x 64 Mb flash
yUEFI AMI BIOS
yACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.8
yMulti-language
Software
yDrivers
yCOMMAND CENTER
yLIVE UPDATE 6
yFAST BOOT
ySUPER CHARGER
yGAMING APP
yRAMDISK
yGAMING LAN MANAGER
yX-BOOST
yMSI SMART TOOL
yIntel®Extreme Tuning Utility
yNorton™Internet Security Solution
yGoogle Chrome™,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
ySteelSeries Engine 3
yCPU-Z MSI GAMING
yDRAGON EYE
yTriDef® VR
yTriDef® SmartCam
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Special Features
yAudio Boost
yGAMING LAN with cFos
yIntel®Optane™ Memory Ready
yTwin Turbo M.2
ySmart Fan Control
yMystic Light Extension (RGB)
yPCI-E Steel Armor
yDDR4 Boost
yX-Boost
yMilitary Class 5
y7000+ Quality Test
yDragon eye
yRAMDisk
yGAMING HOTKEY
yMystic light SYNC
yWTFast GPN*
2-Month Premium License
Multi-Server Network Optimization
Advanced Lag Spike & Disconnect Reduction
* This offer is valid for a limited period only, for more information please visit
www.msi.com

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Block Diagram
Block Diagram
LPC Bus
Dual Channel DDR4 Memory
P/S2 Mouse / Keyboard
DMI 3.0
B250
CPU
NV6795
Super I/O
HDMI DVI-D
PCIe x1 slot
x1
HDMI
PCI Express Bus
PCIe x1 slot
x1
USB 3.1 Gen1
USB 2.0
PCI Express Bus
Switch
SATA 6Gb/s
Audio Jacks
Realtek
ALC892
2 x M.2
Realtek
8111H

20 Rear I/O Panel
Rear I/O Panel
PS/2 Mouse
PS/2 Keyboard
Link/ Activity LED
Status Description
Off No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data activity
Speed LED
Status Description
Off 10 Mbps connection
Green 100 Mbps connection
Orange 1 Gbps connection
LAN Port LED Status Table
USB 3.1 Gen1
Type-C
USB 3.1 Gen1
Type-A
USB 2.0
LAN Audio Ports
Optical S/PDIF-Out
DVI-D
Audio Ports Configuration
Audio Ports Channel
2468
Center/ Subwoofer Out ● ●
Rear Speaker Out ●●●
Line-In/ Side Speaker Out ●
Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out ●●●●
Mic In
(●: connected, Blank: empty)