MSI H81M-P33 Series User manual

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Top : mouse
Bottom: keyboard
Top: LAN jack
Bottom: USB ports
T:Line-In
M:Line- Out
B:MIC-Int
USB2.0 ports
USB3.0 ports
DVI-D port
(for H81M-P33/
H87M-P33/ B85M-P33)
HDMI port
(for H81M-E33/
H87M-E33/ B85M-E33)
VGA port
PCI _E2
PCI _E1
JUSB2 JUSB1
SYSFAN2
CPUFAN
JPWR2
JUSB_PW1
DIMM1 DIMM2
JAUD1 JTPM1
SYSFAN1
JCI1
JBAT1
JUSB_PW2
JCOM1
SATA4 SATA3 SATA1
SATA2
JPWR1
JFP1
JFP2
English
Thank you for choosing the H81M-P33/ H81M-E33/ H87M-P33/ H87M-E33/ B85M-
P33/ B85M-E33 Series (MS-7817 v1.X) Micro-ATX motherboard. The H81M-P33/
H81M-E33/ H87M-P33/ H87M-E33/ B85M-P33/ B85M-E33 Series motherboards
are based on Intel H81/ H87/ B85 chipset for optimal system e󰘲ciency. Designed to
󰘰t the advanced Intel LGA1150 processor, the H81M-P33/ H81M-E33/ H87M-P33/
H87M-E33/ B85M-P33/ B85M-E33 Series motherboards deliver a high performance
and professional desktop platform solution.
Layout

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Motherboard Speci󰘰cations
CPU
Support
4th Generation Intel® Core i7 / Core i5 / Core i3 /
Pentium® / Celeron® processors for LGA 1150 socket
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Chipset Intel® H81/ H87/ B85 Express Chipset󰀲
Memory
Support
2x DDR3 memory slots supporting up to 16GB
Supports DDR3 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz
Dual channel memory architecture
Supports non-ECC, un-bu󰘯ered memory
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Expansion
Slots
1x PCIe x16 slot (optional)
1x PCIe 2.0 x1 slot
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Onboard
Graphics
1x HDMI port (optional), supporting a maximum resolution of
2560x1600@60Hz, 24bpp/ 1920x1080@60Hz, 36bpp
1x DVI-D port (optional), supporting a maximum resolution of
1920x1200 @ 60Hz, 24bpp
1x VGA port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
@ 60Hz, 24bpp
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Storage Intel H81/ H87/ B85 Express Chipset
4x SATA ports (optional)
Supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 (optional)
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology (optional)*
Supports Intel Rapid Start Technology (optional)*
Supports Intel Smart Connect Technology (optional)*
* Supports Intel Core processors on Windows 7 and Windows 8
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USB Intel H81/ H87/ B85 Express Chipset
2x USB 3.0 ports on the back panel
8x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports avail-
able through the internal USB connectors*)
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Audio Realtek® ALC887 Codec󰀲
LAN Realtek® RTL8111G Gigabit LAN controller󰀲
Back Panel
Connectors
1x PS/2 keyboard port
1x PS/2 mouse port
4x USB 2.0 ports
2x USB 3.0 ports
1x HDMI port (optional)
1x DVI-D port (optional)
1x VGA port
1x LAN (RJ45) port
3x audio jacks
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Internal
Connectors
1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
4x SATA connectors
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 3-pin system fan connector
1x Front panel audio connector
2x System panel connectors
1x Chassis Intrusion connector
1x Clear CMOS jumper
2x USB power jumpers
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BIOS
Features
UEFI AMI BIOS
ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a, SM BIOS 2.7, DMI 2.0
Multi-language
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Form Factor Micro-ATX Form Factor
8.9 in. x 6.8 in. (22.6 cm x 17.3 cm)
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Optional Speci󰘰cations
Name
Speci󰘰cation
H81M-P33 H81M-E33 H87M-P33
PCIe x16 slot Gen2 Gen2 Gen3
DVI-D/ HDMI DVI-D HDMI DVI-D
SATA1, SATA2 SATA 6Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s
SATA3, SATA4 SATA 3Gb/s SATA 3Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s
BIOS ROM 64Mb 64Mb 128Mb
RAID Not supported Not supported Supported
Small Business
Advantage Not supported Not supported Supported
Intel Rapid Start Not supported Not supported Supported
Intel Smart Response Not supported Not supported Supported
Intel Smart Connect Not supported Not supported Supported
Name
Speci󰘰cation
H87M-E33 B85M-P33 B85M-E33
PCIe x16 slot Gen3 Gen3 Gen3
DVI-D/ HDMI HDMI DVI-D HDMI
SATA1, SATA2 SATA 6Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s
SATA3, SATA4 SATA 6Gb/s SATA 3Gb/s SATA 3Gb/s
BIOS ROM 128Mb 128Mb 128Mb
RAID Supported Not supported Not supported
Small Business
Advantage Supported Supported Supported
Intel Rapid Start Supported Supported Supported
Intel Smart Response Supported Not supported Not supported
Intel Smart Connect Supported Supported Supported

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Back Panel
LAN LED Indicator
LINK/ACT
LED
SPEED
LED
LED LED Status Description
Link/ Activity LED
O󰘯 No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data activity
Speed LED
O󰘯 10 Mbps connection
Green 100 Mbps connection
Orange 1 Gbps connection
H81M-E33/ H87M-E33/ B85M-E33
H81M-P33/ H87M-P33/ B85M-P33
PS/2 Mouse
PS/2 Keyboard
USB 2.0
USB 3.0
HDMI
VGA
Line-In
Line-Out
Mic
USB 2.0
LAN
PS/2 Mouse
PS/2 Keyboard
USB 2.0
USB 3.0
DVI-D VGA
Line-In
Line-Out
Mic
USB 2.0
LAN

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CPU & Heatsink Installation
When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink
is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps
below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can
damage both the CPU and the motherboard.
1. Push the load lever down to unclip it and lift to the fully open position.
2. The load plate will automatically lift up as the load lever is pushed to the fully
open position.
Important
Do not touch the socket contacts or the bottom of the CPU.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to install CPU & heatsink. at the
address below.
http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI
Alignment Key
CPU notches
3. Align the notches with the socket alignment keys. Lower the CPU straight down,
without tilting or sliding the CPU in the socket. Inspect the CPU to check if it is
properly seated in the socket.
4. Close and slide the load plate under the retention knob. Close and engage the
load lever.

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Thermal paste
Important
Con󰘰rm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting
your system.
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
documentation in the heatsink/ cooler package for more details about installation.
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5. When you press down the load lever the PnP cap will automatically pop up from
the CPU socket. Do not discard the PnP cap. Always replace the PnP cap if the
CPU is removed from the socket.
6. Evenly spread a thin layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) on the top of the
CPU. This will help in heat dissipation and prevent CPU overheating.
7. Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.
8. Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the fans cable facing towards the
fan connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard.
9. Push down the heatsink until the four fasteners get wedged into the holes on
the motherboard. Press the four fasteners down to fasten the heatsink. As each
fastener locks into position a click should be heard.
10. Inspect the motherboard to ensure that the fastener-ends have been properly
locked in place.
11. Finally, attach the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.

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Memory Installation
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the address below.
http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ
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Important
DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR2, and the DDR3
standard is not backward compatible. Always install DDR3 memory modules in
DDR3 DIMM slots.
To ensure system stability, memory modules must be of the same type and density
in Dual-Channel mode.
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Internal Connectors
JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors
These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. To connect the ATX
power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and 󰘰rmly press the
cable into the connector. If done correctly, the clip on the power cable should be
hooked on the motherboards power connector.
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors.
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
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JPWR1
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1.Ground
JPWR2
Important
Make sure that all the power cables are securely connected to a proper ATX power
supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector
This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16
bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device.
1.DCD
3.SOUT
10.NoPin
5.Ground
7.RTS
9.RI
8.CTS
6.DSR
4.DTR
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SATA1~4: SATA Connectors
This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to
one SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD),
and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray).
Video Demonstration
Watch the video to learn how to Install SATA HDD.
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
Important
Many SATA devices also need a power cable from the power supply. Such devices
include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD / DVD /
Blu-Ray). Please refer to the devices manual for further information.
Many computer cases also require that large SATA devices, such as HDDs, SSDs,
and optical drives, be screwed down into the case. Refer to the manual that came
with your computer case or your SATA device for further installation instructions.
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
recommended that the 󰘱at connector be connected to the motherboard for space
saving purposes.
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector
This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the computer case
is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record
this intrusion and a warning message will 󰘱ash on screen. To clear the warning, you
must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.
2.CINTRU
1.Ground
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