MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK User manual
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MAG B550 TOMAHAWK
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_
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https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc
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to 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
DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
Youtube
http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XNzUyMTI5ODI4.html
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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/
https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc
Youtube
https://v.youku.com/v_show/id_
XNDUwMDUyNTkwOA==.html
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Torque:
3 kgf·cm*
*3 kgf·cm
= 0.3 N·m
= 2.6 lbf·in
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ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XNDkzODU0MDQw.html
Youtube
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Processor with integrated graphics
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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
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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
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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
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Installing Windows® 10......................................................................................... 29
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 29
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 29
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BIOS Setup............................................................................................................ 31
Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 31
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 32
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 32
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 34
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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
Supports AM4 socket 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ processors, and
future AMD Ryzen™ processors with BIOS update
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
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
* 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.
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
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/ ALC1220P 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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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
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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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
Drivers
DRAGON CENTER
MSI APP Player (BlueStacks)
Open Broadcaster Software (OBS)
Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
Norton™ Internet Security Solution
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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