MSI B450 GAMING PLUS MAX User manual

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B450 GAMING PLUS MAX
Motherboard
User Guide
Benutzerhandbuch
Manuel d’utilisation

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Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® motherboard. This Quick Start section provides
demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations
also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web
browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the
QR code.
Kurzanleitung
Danke, dass Sie das MSI® Motherboard gewählt haben. Dieser Abschnitt der
Kurzanleitung bietet eine Demo zur Installation Ihres Computers. Manche
Installationen bieten auch die Videodemonstrationen. Klicken Sie auf die URL, um
diese Videoanleitung mit Ihrem Browser auf Ihrem Handy oder Table anzusehen. Oder
scannen Sie auch den QR Code mit Ihrem Handy, um die URL zu öffnen.
Présentation rapide
Merci d’avoir choisi la carte mère MSI®. Ce manuel fournit une rapide présentation
avec des illustrations explicatives qui vous aideront à assembler votre ordinateur.
Des tutoriels vidéo sont disponibles pour certaines étapes. Cliquez sur le lien fourni
pour regarder la vidéo sur votre téléphone ou votre tablette. Vous pouvez également
accéder au lien en scannant le QR code qui lui est associé.

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Installing a Processor/ Installation des Prozessors/ Installer un
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Youtube
http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_
XMTg2MjMwOTE2NA==.html
https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc
CPU_FAN1

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Important
remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink.
installieren.
Si vous voulez installer un ventirad pour processeur à vis, veuillez suivre les
ventirad.
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Installing DDR4 memory/ Installation des DDR4-Speichers/
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
Youtube
http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XNzUyMTI5ODI4.html
DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2

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HDD LED
RESET SW
JFP1
HDD LED
HDD LED +
POWER LED +
POWER LED
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Power LED
HDD LED Reset Switch
Reserved
Power Switch
JFP1
1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +
3 4
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
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
Youtube
http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XNjcyMTczMzM2.html

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Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/
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Processor with integrated graphics

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Safety Information................................................................................................. 2
Specifications......................................................................................................... 3
Package contents .................................................................................................. 7
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LAN Port LED Status Table .................................................................................... 8
Audio Ports Configuration...................................................................................... 8
Realtek Audio Console ........................................................................................... 9
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Processor Socket ................................................................................................. 12
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 13
PCI_E1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 14
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M)......................................................................................... 15
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors....................................................................... 16
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... 16
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors....................................................... 17
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 17
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 18
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen1 Connector ......................................................................... 18
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~4: Fan Connectors.................................. 19
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. 19
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 20
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 20
JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector ........................................................................... 21
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 21
JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors........................................................................... 22
EZ Debug LEDs..................................................................................................... 22
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Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 23
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 24
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 24
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 26
Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 28
OC Menu................................................................................................................ 29
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Installing Windows®10.......................................................................................... 33
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 33
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 33
English

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.
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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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Specifications
Supports 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™, Ryzen™
with Radeon™ Vega Graphics, 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with
Radeon™ Graphics and Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega
Graphics Desktop Processors for Socket AM4
AMD® B450 Chipset
Memory
y4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB*
Supports 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667Mhz (by JEDEC)
Supports 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466
yDual channel memory architecture
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* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
Expansion Slots
y1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1)
1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ support x16 mode
Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen
AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics support x8 mode
Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics support x4 mode
y1x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (PCI_E4, supports x4 mode)*
y4x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots*
* PCI_E4 will run x1 speed when installing devices in PCI_E2/ PCI_E3/ PCI_E5
slot.
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1920x1200 @60Hz*
y1x HDMI™ 1.4 port, supports a maximum resolution of
4096x2160 @30Hz, 2560x1600 @60Hz*
* Only support when using Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics, 2nd Gen AMD
Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics and Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics
processors
* Maximum shared memory of 2048 MB
Multi-GPU y®CrossFire™ Technology
LAN y1x Realtek®8111H Gigabit LAN controller
Audio yRealtek®ALC892/ ALC897 Codec
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Storage
AMD®CPU
y2x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
y1x M.2 slot (Key M)*
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 (1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD
Ryzen™, Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd
Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics) or PCIe 3.0 x2
(Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics) and SATA 6Gb/s
2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
AMD® B450 Chipset
y4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
* SATA5 and SATA6 ports will be unavailable when installing a M.2 device in M.2
slot.
RAID
AMD®B450 Chipset
ySupports RAID 0, RAID1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage
devices
USB
yAMD®B450 Chipset
2x
ports on the back panel
2x USB 3.2 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports available
through the internal USB 3.2 Gen1 connector
the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal
USB 2.0 connectors)
yAMD®CPU
back panel
Back Panel
y1x Flash BIOS Button
y1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
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y1x HDMI™port
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y1x LAN (RJ45) port
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y6x audio jacks
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y6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y2x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
y1x USB 3.2 Gen1 connectors (support additional 2 USB 3.2
Gen1 ports)
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y1x TPM module connector
y1x Front panel audio connector
y2x System panel connectors
y1x Serial port connector
y1x Parallel port connector
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y1x Clear CMOS jumper
y2x 5050 RGB LED strip 12V connectors
NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip
yCPU/System temperature detection
yCPU/System fan speed detection
yCPU/System fan speed control
Form Factor yATX Form Factor
y12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
y1x 256 Mb flash
yUEFI AMI BIOS
yACPI 6.1, SM BIOS 2.8
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yDrivers
yAPP MANAGER
ySUPER CHARGER
yCOMMAND CENTER
yLIVE UPDATE 6
ySMART TOOL
yRAMDISK
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yGAMING APP
yMYSTIC LIGHT
yNahimic Audio
yOpen Broadcaster Software (OBS)
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yNorton™Internet Security Solution
yGoogle Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
Special Features
yAudio
Audio Boost
Nahimic 3
Voice Boost
yStorage
Turbo M.2
StoreMI
yFan
Pump Fan
GAMING Fan Control
yLED
Mystic Light
Mystic Light Extension (RGB)
Mystic light SYNC
EZ DEBUG LED
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