MSI B450M GAMING PLUS User manual

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Contents
Safety Information...........................................................................................2
Specifications...................................................................................................3
Package contents.............................................................................................6
Rear I/O Panel.................................................................................................. 7
LAN Port LED Status Table.................................................................................7
Overview of Components ................................................................................ 8
CPU Socket .........................................................................................................9
DIMM Slots........................................................................................................10
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots......................................................................10
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ...............................................................11
SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors....................................................................11
ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1: Power Connectors....................................................12
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M) .....................................................................................12
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors.........................................................................13
JUSB3~4: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors................................................................13
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~2: Fan Connectors......................................................14
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector.......................................................................15
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector...................................................................15
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector.........................................................................16
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector .........................................................................16
JRGB1, JRGB2: RGB LED Connectors..............................................................16
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper .......................................................17
EZ Debug LED: Debug LED indicators..............................................................17
BIOS Setup.....................................................................................................18
Entering BIOS Setup.........................................................................................18
Resetting BIOS..................................................................................................19
Updating BIOS...................................................................................................19
Software Description..................................................................................... 21
Installing Windows®10.....................................................................................21
Installing Drivers ..............................................................................................21
Installing Utilities..............................................................................................22
Thank you for purchasing the MSI®B450M GAMING PLUS
motherboard. This User Guide gives information about
board layout, component overview, BIOS setup and software
installation.

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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Safety Information Specifications
Specifications
CPU Supports AMD®Ryzen 1st and 2nd Generation/ Ryzen™
with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/ Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega
Graphics Processors for Socket AM4
Chipset AMD® B450 chipset
Memory
y2x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 32GB*
Supports 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667Mhz (by JEDEC)
Supports 2667/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466 MHz
(by A-XMP OC MODE)
yDual channel memory architecture
ySupports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode)
ySupport non-ECC UDIMM memory
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on
compatible memory.
Expansion Slots
y1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1)
Supports x16 speed with AMD®Ryzen™ 1st and 2nd
Generation processors
Supports x8 speed with AMD® Ryzen™ with Radeon
Vega Graphics processors
Supports x4 speed with AMD®Athlon™ with Radeon™
Vega Graphics Processors
y2x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots
Onboard
Graphics
y1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of
1920x1200@60Hz*
y1x HDMI™ 1.4 port, supports a maximum resolution of
4096x2160 @30Hz, 2560x1600 @60Hz*
* Only support when using AMD®Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega
Graphics/ Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors
* Maximum shared memory of 2048 MB
Storage
AMD®CPU
y1 x M.2 slot (Key M)
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 (AMD®Ryzen 1st and 2nd
Generation/ Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics) or
PCIe 3.0 x2 (AMD®Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics)
and SATA 6Gb/s 2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110 storage devices
AMD® B450 Chipset
y4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Audio yRealtek®ALC887 Codec
y7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
LAN 1x Realtek®8111H Gigabit LAN controller
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USB
AMD® B450 Chipset
y4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports through the
internal USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors
y6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 ports on the back
panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB connectors)
AMD®processor
y3x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) Type-A ports on the
back panel
y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) Type-C port on the back
panel
Back Panel
Connectors
y1x BIOS flash back button
y1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
y2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
y1x DVI-D port
y1x HDMI™ port
y3x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports
y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C port
y1x LAN (RJ45) port
y3x audio jacks
Internal
Connectors
y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
y2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 4 USB 3.1
Gen1 ports)
y1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y2x 4-pin system fan connectors
y1x Front panel audio connector
y2x System panel connectors
y1x TPM module connector
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y1x Serial port connector
y2x 5050 RGB LED strip 12V connectors
y1x Clear CMOS jumper
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6797D Controller Chip
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Specifications Specifications
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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 8.3 in. (24.4 cm x 21.0 cm)
BIOS Features
y1x 128 Mb flash
yUEFI AMI BIOS
yACPI 6.1, SM BIOS 2.8
yMulti-language
Software
yDrivers
yAPP MANAGER
ySUPER CHARGER
yCOMMAND CENTER
yLIVE UPDATE 6
yMYSTIC LIGHT
yMSI SMART TOOL
yX-BOOST
yGAMING APP
yRAMDISK
yNahimic Audio
yOpen Broadcaster Software (OBS)
yNorton™Security
yGoogle Chrome™,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
yCPU-Z MSI GAMING