MSI B560M PRO User manual

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LAN Port LED Status Table........................................................................................8
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CPU Socket...............................................................................................................10
DIMM Slots................................................................................................................11
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M).............................................................................................12
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots..............................................................................12
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors...........................................................................13
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ................................................................................13
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors.......................................................................14
ATX_PWR1, CPU_PWR1: Power Connectors...........................................................15
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors.................................................................................16
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connector.................................................................16
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: Fan Connectors.................................................................17
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector...............................................................................17
JDASH1 : Tuning Controller connector....................................................................18
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector.................................................................................18
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector...........................................................................18
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper...............................................................19
JRAINBOW1: Addressable RGB LED connector ......................................................19
JRGB1: RGB LED connector.....................................................................................20
EZ Debug LED...........................................................................................................20
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Installing Windows® 10.............................................................................................21
Installing Drivers......................................................................................................21
MSI Center................................................................................................................21
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BIOS Setup................................................................................................................23
Entering BIOS Setup.................................................................................................23
BIOS User Guide.......................................................................................................23
Resetting BIOS..........................................................................................................24
Updating BIOS...........................................................................................................24
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® 
motherboard. This User Guide gives information about
board layout, component overview, BIOS setup and software
installation.
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The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful
computer assembly.
Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
It 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.
Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static
pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.
Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal
components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause
permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer
technician.
Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.
Keep this user guide for future reference.
Keep this motherboard away from humidity.
Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on
the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
If 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.
Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may
damage the motherboard.
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

Supports 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors, 11th Gen Intel®
Core™ Processors, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
Processor socket LGA1200
* Please go to intel.com for compatibility information.
 Intel® B560 chipset

2x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB*
Supports 1R 2133/ 2666/ 2933 MHz for 10th Gen Intel® CPU
(by JEDEC & POR)
Supports 1R 2133/ 2666/ 2933/ 3200 MHz for 11th Gen Intel®
CPU (by JEDEC & POR)
Max overclocking frequency:
1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5200 MHz
1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4700+ MHz
Supports Dual-Channel mode
Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on
compatible memory.

1x PCIe x16 slot
PCI_E1 (From CPU)
Supports PCIe 4.0 for 11th Gen Intel® CPU
Supports PCIe 3.0 for 10th Gen Intel® CPU
2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
PCI_E2 & PCI_E3 (From B560 chipset)


1x HDMI 2.0b with HDR port, supports a maximum
resolution of 4K 60Hz*/**
1x VGA port, supports a maximum resolution of 2048x1536
60Hz, 1920x1200 60Hz*
1x DisplayPort 1.4 port, supports a maximum resolution of
4K 60Hz*/**
* Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics.
** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU
installed.
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6x SATA 6Gb/s ports (From B560 chipset)
1x M.2 slot (Key M)
Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 (From CPU)
Only supports with 11th Gen CPU
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA 6Gb/s (From B560
chipset)*
Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology for Intel
Core™ processors
* SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in
the M2_1 slot.

Intel® B560 Chipset
6x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (4 Type-A ports on the
back panel, 2 Type-A ports available through the internal
connector)
6x USB 2.0 ports (2 Type-A on the back panel, 4 Type-A
ports available through the internal connectors)
 Realtek® ALC897 Codec
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
LAN 1x Realtek® RTL8125B 2.5Gbps LAN controller
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Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX201
The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz (160MHz) up to
2.4Gbps
Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax
WiFi 6 pre certified
Supports Bluetooth® 5.1, FIPS, FISMA
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1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1x M.2 slot (M-Key)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
1x 4-pin system fan connector
1x Front panel audio connector
2x System panel connectors
1x Chassis Intrusion connector
1x Clear CMOS jumper
1x TPM module connector
1x Serial port connector
1x Tuning Controller connector
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
1x HDMI port
1x VGA port
1x DisplayPort
1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports
1x 2.5Gbps LAN (RJ45) port
2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
3x audio jacks

4x EZ Debug LED
1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
1x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connector
 NUVOTON NCT6687-R Controller Chip
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
CPU/System/ Chipset temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU/System fan speed control
 Micro-ATX Form Factor
9.3 in. x 8 in. ( 23.6cm x 20.3 cm)

1x 256 Mb flash
UEFI AMI BIOS
ACPI 6.2, SMBIOS 3.0
Multi-language

Drivers
MSI Center
CPU-Z MSI GAMING
Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility
Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
Norton™ Internet Security Solution


LAN Manager
Mystic Light
User Scenario
Hardware Monitor
Frozr AI Cooling
True Color
Live Update
Speed Up
Super Charger
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Audio
Audio Boost
Network
2.5G LAN
LAN Manager
Intel Wi-Fi
Cooling
M.2 Shield Frozr
Smart Fan Control
LED
Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW/RGB)
Mystic Light SYNC
EZ DEBUG LED
Performance
DDR4 Boost
Core Boost
USB 3.2 Gen 1 5G
Front USB Type-A
Protection
PCI-E Steel Armor
Experience
MSI Center
Click BIOS 5
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
Status 
Off No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data activity

Status 
Off 10 Mbps connection
Green 100/1000 Mbps connection
Orange 2.5 Gbps connection


To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to connect front audio I/O module to JAUD1
connector and follow the below steps.
 Click on the  to open the dialog
below.
 Select .
 Plug your speakers to audio jacks on rear and front I/O panel. When you plug into
a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you which device
is current connected.

PS/2 Mouse/
Keyboard 2.5Gbps LAN
Audio Ports
USB 2.0
Type-A
DisplayPort
VGA Port
USB 3.2
Gen 1
(5Gbps)
Type-A
Wi-Fi Antenna
connectors
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
* Distance from the center of the CPU to the nearest DIMM slot.
BAT1
SYS_FAN1
CPU_FAN1
CPU Socket
M2_1
PCI_E3
PCI_E2
PCI_E1
DIMMA1
DIMMB1
JTPM1


SATA6
SATA5
JAUD1
JRGB1
JRAINBOW1
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
JUSB3
JUSB1
JUSB2
JBAT1
JFP2
JFP1
JCI1
JCOM1
JDASH1
53.55 mm*
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
Please install the CPU into the CPU socket as shown below.


 Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing
the CPU.
 Please retain the CPU protective cap after installing the processor. MSI will deal
with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard
comes with the protective cap on the CPU socket.
 When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink
is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability.
 
your system.
 Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure
the cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Be sure to apply
an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to
enhance heat dissipation.
 Whenever the CPU is not installed, always protect the CPU socket pins by covering
the socket with the plastic cap.
 If you purchased a separate CPU and heatsink/ cooler, Please refer to the docu-
mentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.
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1
3
3

Please install the memory module into the DIMM slot as shown below.


 To ensure system stability for Dual channel mode, memory modules must be of the
same type, number and density.
 Some memory modules may operate at a lower frequency than the marked value
when overclocking due to the memory frequency operates dependent on its Serial

frequency if you want to operate the memory at the marked or at a higher frequency.
 󽙎
installation or overclocking.
 The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed
CPU and devices when overclocking.
 Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
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


 󽙋
unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion
card’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software
changes.
 If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as 
 to support its weight to prevent deformation
of the slot.
BAT1
: PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (CPU)
: PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (PCH)
: PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (PCH)

Please install the M.2 device into the M.2_1 slot as shown below.
1
3
Standoff
Supplied
M.2 screw 30º30º
2
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
This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel.
1
2 10
9
1 MIC L 2 Ground
3 MIC R 4 NC
5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection
7 SENSE SEND 8 No Pin
9 Head Phone L 10 Head Phone Detection

These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.
SATA1
SATA3
SATA2
SATA4
SATA5
SATA6


 Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result
during transmission otherwise.
 SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it is

saving purposes.
 SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
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These connectors connect to the switches and LEDs on the front panel.
1
2 10
9
+
+
+- -- -
+
Power LED
HDD LED Reset Switch
Reserved
Power Switch 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
JFP2 1
+
+- -
Speaker
Buzzer 1 Speaker - 2 Buzzer +
3 Buzzer - 4 Speaker +
HDD LED
RESET SW
HDD LED HDD LED -
HDD LED +
POWER LED -
POWER LED +
POWER LED
JFP1
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 

These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply.


Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power
supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.
24
131
12
ATX_PWR1
1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V
2 +3.3V 14 -12V
3 Ground 15 Ground
4 +5V 16 PS-ON#
5 Ground 17 Ground
6 +5V 18 Ground
7 Ground 19 Ground
8 PWR OK 20 Res
9 5VSB 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V 23 +5V
12 +3.3V 24 Ground
5
41
8
CPU_PWR1
1 Ground 5 +12V
2 Ground 6 +12V
3 Ground 7 +12V
4 Ground 8 +12V
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
This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports on the front panel.
1
10 11
20
1 Power 11 USB2.0+
2 USB3_RX_DN 12 USB2.0-
3 USB3_RX_DP 13 Ground
4 Ground 14 USB3_TX_C_DP
5 USB3_TX_C_DN 15 USB3_TX_C_DN
6 USB3_TX_C_DP 16 Ground
7 Ground 17 USB3_RX_DP
8 USB2.0- 18 USB3_RX_DN
9 USB2.0+ 19 Power
10 Ground 20 No Pin


Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.

These connectors allow you to connect USB 2.0 ports on the front panel.


 Note that the VCC and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible
damage.
 In order to recharge your iPad, iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install
MSI® Center utility.
1
2 10
9
1 VCC 2 VCC
3 USB0- 4 USB1-
5 USB0+ 6 USB1+
7 Ground 8 Ground
9 No Pin 10 NC
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

You can adjust fan speed in 

PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with
speed control signal. When you plug a 3-pin (Non-PWM) fan to a fan connector in
PWM mode, the fan speed will always maintain at 100%, which might create a lot of
noise.
1

1 Ground 2 +12V
3 Sense 4 Speed Control Signal
   
CPU_FAN1 PWM mode 2A 24W
SYS_FAN1 DC mode 1A 12W
1

1 Ground 2 Voltage Control
3 Sense 4 NC
1
212
11
1 SPI Power 2 SPI Chip Select
3
Master In Slave Out (SPI
Data)
4
Master Out Slave In (SPI
Data)
5 Reserved 6 SPI Clock
7 Ground 8 SPI Reset
9 Reserved 10 No Pin
11 Reserved 12 Interrupt Request

This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM
security platform manual for more details and usages.
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
This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable.
Normal
(default) Trigger the chassis intrusion event

 Connect the  connector to the chassis intrusion switch/ sensor on the
chassis.
 Close the chassis cover.
 Go to .
 Set  to .
 Press  to save and exit and then press the  key to select .
 Once the chassis cover is opened again, a warning message will be displayed on
screen when the computer is turned on.

 Go to .
 Set  to Reset.
 Press to save and exit and then press the  key to select .

This connector allows you to connect the optional serial port with bracket.
1
2 10
9
1 DCD 2 SIN
3 SOUT 4 DTR
5 Ground 6 DSR
7 RTS 8 CTS
9 RI 10 No Pin
1
2 6
5
1 No Pin 2 NC
3 MCU_SMB_SCL_M 4 MCU_SMB_SDA_M
5 VCC5 6 Ground

This connector is used to connect an optional Tuning Controller module.
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 

There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on
the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system
configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS memory.
Keep Data
(default) Clear CMOS/ Reset BIOS

 Power off the computer and unplug the power cord.
 Use a jumper cap to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds.
 Remove the jumper cap from JBAT1.
 Plug the power cord and power on the computer.

The JRAINBOW connector allows you to connect the WS2812B Individually
Addressable RGB LED strips 5V.


Do not connect the wrong type of LED strips. The JRGB connector and the JRAINBOW
connector provide different voltages, and connecting the 5V LED strip to the JRGB
connector will result in damage to the LED strip.


 The JRAINBOW connector supports up to 75 LEDs WS2812B Individually Address-
able RGB LED strips (5V/Data/Ground) with the maximum power rating of 3A (5V). In
the case of 20% brightness, the connector supports up to 200 LEDs.
 󽙋
before installing or removing the RGB LED strip.
 Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip.
11 +5V 2 Data
3 No Pin 4 Ground
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These LEDs indicate the status of the motherboard.
 - indicates CPU is not detected or fail.
 - indicates DRAM is not detected or fail.
VGA - indicates GPU is not detected or fail.
 - indicates booting device is not detected or fail.
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The JRGB connector allows you to connect the 5050 RGB LED strips 12V.
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 The JRGB connector supports up to 2 meters continuous 5050 RGB LED strips
(12V/G/R/B) with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V).
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before installing or removing the RGB LED strip.
 Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip.
11 +12V 2 G
3 R 4 B
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