MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK User manual

I
Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MAG B550 TOMAHAWK
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® MAG B550 TOMAHAWK 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® MAG B550 TOMAHAWK.
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.
Быстрый старт
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II Quick Start
Installing a Processor/ Installation des Prozessors/ Installer un
processeur/ Установка процессора
⚽
1
2
3
6
4
5
7
8
9
https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc

III
Quick Start
1
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⚠
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to remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink.
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installieren.
Si vous voulez installer un ventirad pour processeur à vis, veuillez suivre les
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ventirad.
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IV Quick Start
Installing DDR4 memory/ Installation des DDR4-Speichers/
Installer une mémoire DDR4/ Установка памяти DDR4
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
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DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2

V
Quick Start
Connecting the Front Panel Header/ Anschließen der
Frontpanel-Stiftleiste/ Connecter un connecteur du panneau
avant/ Подключение разъемов передней панели
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
HDD LED
RESET SW
JFP1
HDD LED 
HDD LED +

POWER LED +
POWER LED
1
2 10
9
+
+
+ 
+
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
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VI Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/
Installer la carte mère/ Установка материнской платы
1
https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc
3
Torque:
3 kgf·cm*
*3 kgf·cm
= 0.3 N·m
= 2.6 lbf·in

VII
Quick Start
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
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ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
Connecting the Power Connectors/ Stromanschlüsse
anschliessen/ Connecter les câbles du module d’alimentation/
Подключение разъемов питания

VIII Quick Start
Installing SATA Drives/ Installation der SATA-Laufwerke/
Installer le disque dur SATA/ Установка дисков SATA
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
1
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4
5
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IX
Quick Start
1
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
2
3
4
5
6
Installing a Graphics Card/ Einbau der Grafikkarte/ Installer
une carte graphique/ Установка дискретной видеокарты
⚽

XQuick Start
Connecting Peripheral Devices/ Peripheriegeräte/ Connecter
un périphérique anschliessen/ Подключение периферийных
устройств
Processor with integrated graphics

XI
Quick Start
4
3
12
Power On/ Einschalten/ Mettre sous-tension/ Включение
питания

1
Contents
Contents
Safety Information................................................................................................. 3
Specifications......................................................................................................... 4
Package contents .................................................................................................. 9
Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... 10
LAN Port LED Status Table .................................................................................. 10
Audio Ports Configuration.................................................................................... 10
Realtek Audio Console ......................................................................................... 11
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 13
Processor Socket ................................................................................................. 14
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 15
PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 16
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors....................................................................... 17
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 17
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... 19
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 19
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors....................................................... 20
................................................. 21
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Connector ............................................................. 21
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 22
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 22
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors.................................. 23
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 24
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 25
JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors........................................................................... 26
JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors ............................................ 27
EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... 28
LED_SW1: EZ LED Control................................................................................... 28
Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ......................................................................... 29
Installing Windows® 10......................................................................................... 29
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 29
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 29
UEFI BIOS............................................................................................................. 30
BIOS Setup............................................................................................................ 31
Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 31
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 32
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 32
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 34

2Contents
Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 37
OC Menu................................................................................................................ 38

3
Safety Information
Safety Information
∙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.
∙
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.

4Specifications
Specifications
CPU Supports AM4 socket 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ processors, and
future AMD Ryzen™ processors with BIOS update
Chipset AMD B550 Chipset
Memory
∙4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB*
▪Supports DDR4 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2667/ 2800/ 2933/
3000/ 3066/ 3200 MHz by JEDEC
▪Supports DDR4 2667/ 2800 /2933 /3000 /3066 /3200
/3466 /3600/ 3733 /3866 /4000 /4133 /4266 /4400 /4533
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▫1DPC 1R max speed 4866 MHZ
▫1DPC 2R max speed 3866 MHZ
▫2DPC 1R max speed 4000 MHZ
▫2DPC 2R max speed 3600 MHZ
∙Dual channel memory architecture
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∙
∙
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
Expansion Slot
∙1x PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E1)*
∙1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E3), supports x4 speed**
∙2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
* The supported specification depends on installed processor.
** When installing devices in M.2_2, PCI_E2 & PCI_E3 slots at the same time,
PCI_E3 slot will be unavailable, and M2_2 slot only supports PCIe x2. Please
refer to page 16 for details.
Multi-GPU ∙
Onboard Graphics
∙1x HDMI port, supports a maximum resolution of
4096x2160 @24Hz*
∙1x DisplayPort, supports a maximum resolution of
4096x2160 @60Hz*
∙Maximum shared memory of 2048 MB
* Available for the processor with integrated graphics.
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Specifications
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Storage
AMD B550 Chipset
∙6x SATA 6Gb/s ports
∙2x M.2 slots (Key M)
▪M2_1 slot (from AMD Processor)
▫Supports PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x4*
▫Supports SATA 6Gb/s
▫Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
▪M2_2 slot (from AMD B550 chipset)
▫Supports PCIe 3.0x4
▫Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
* The supported specification depends on installed processor.
RAID
∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage
devices
∙Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage devices
USB
AMD B550 Chipset
▪3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports 
connector, and 2 ports are available through the internal
USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector)
▪
ports through the internal USB 2.0 connectors)
AMD Processor
▪2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports 

▪
panel
Audio
Realtek® ALC1200 Codec
▪
▪Supports S/PDIF output
LAN ∙1x Realtek® RTL8125B 2.5Gbps LAN controller
∙1x Realtek® RTL8111H 1Gbps LAN controller
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6Specifications
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Internal Connectors
∙
∙
∙6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
∙
∙
∙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 Front panel audio connector
∙2x System panel connectors
∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector
∙
∙
∙1x TPM module connector
∙1x Clear CMOS jumper
LED Features ∙1x EZ LED Control switch
∙4x EZ Debug LED
Back Panel
Connectors
∙1x Flash BIOS Button
∙1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
∙
∙1x Display port
∙1x HDMI port
∙2x LAN (RJ45) ports
∙
∙
∙
∙5x OFC audio jacks
∙1x Optical S/PDIF Out connector
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Specifications
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I/O Controller 
Hardware Monitor
∙CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection
∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection
∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed control
Form Factor ∙ATX Form Factor
∙12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
BIOS Features
∙1x 256 Mb flash
∙UEFI AMI BIOS
∙ACPI 6.0, SMBIOS 2.8
∙
Software
∙Drivers
∙DRAGON CENTER
∙MSI APP Player (BlueStacks)
∙Open Broadcaster Software (OBS)
∙
∙Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
∙Norton™ Internet Security Solution
Dragon Center
Features
∙Gaming Mode
∙Gaming Hotkey
∙LAN Manager
∙Mystic Light
∙User Scenario
∙Hardware Monitor
∙True Color
∙Live Update
∙Speed Up
∙Smart Tool
∙Super Charger
Please refer to http://download.msi.
com/manual/mb/DRAGONCENTER2.
pdf for more details.
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8Specifications
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Special Features
∙Audio
▪Audio Boost
∙Network
▪2.5G LAN
▪LAN Manager with Realtek 8125B
∙Cooling
▪Extended Heatsink Design
▪M.2 Shield Frozr
▪Pump Fan
▪Smart Fan Control
∙LED
▪Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW/RGB)
▪Mystic Light SYNC
▪EZ LED Control
▪EZ DEBUG LED
∙Performance
▪
▪DDR4 Boost
▪Core Boost
▪GAME Boost
▪USB 3.2 Gen 2 10G
▪USB with Type A+C
▪
∙Protection
▪
▪
▪
∙Experience
▪Dragon Center
▪Click BIOS 5
▪Flash BIOS Button

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Package contents
Package contents
Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain:
Motherboard MAG B550 TOMAHAWK
Cable SATA 6G cables (2 cables/pack) 1
Accessories
M.2 screws (3 pcs./pack) 1
Case badge 1
Product registration card 1
Application Driver DVD 1
Documentation
User manual 1
Quick installation guide 1
MSI components compatibility & reward program
card 1
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Important
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.