MSI MS7667 User manual

Thank you for choosing the 7667 v2.2 Series (MS-7667)
Micro-ATX mainboard. The series mainboards are based
on Intel® P67 chipsets for optimal system e󰘲ciency.
Designed to 󰘰t the advanced Intel® LGA1155 processor,
the series deliver a high performance and professional
desktop platform solution.
Chapter 1
Getting Started

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Mainboard Speci󰘰cations
Processor Support
Intel® Sandy Bridge processor in the LGA1155 package
Chipset
Intel® P67 chipset
Memory Support
4 DDR3 DIMMs support DDR3 2133(Over Clocking)/ 1600(Over Clocking)/ 1333/
1066 DRAM (32GB Max)
Supports Dual-Channel mode
LAN
Supports LAN 10/100/1000 by Realtek® RTL8111E
IEEE 1394
1 IEEE 1394 rear port by VIA® VT6315N
Audio
Chip integrated by Realtek® ALC892
Flexible 8-channel audio with jack sensing
Compliant with Azalia 1.0 Spec
SATA
4 SATA 3Gb/s ports (SATA3~6 by Intel® P67 PCH)
2 SATA 6Gb/s ports (SATA1~2 by Intel® P67 PCH)
2 eSATA ports (rear x 1, front x 1) by JMicron® JMB362
RAID
SATA1~6 support Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (AHCI/ RAID 0/ 1/ 5/ 10) by Intel®
P67 PCH
2 eSATA ports support RAID 0/ 1 & JBOD mode by JMicron® JMB362
USB 3.0
2 USB 3.0 ports by RENESAS uPD720200AF1-DAP-A
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Connectors/ Ports
Back panel
1 Coaxial S/PDIF-Out
1 Optical S/PDIF-Out
1 IEEE 1394 port
6 USB 2.0 ports
1 eSATA port
1 LAN port
6 󰘱exible audio ports
On-Board
2 USB 2.0 connector
2 USB 3.0 ports
1 Front Panel Audio connector
1 OC switch /LED connector
Slots
2 PCIE 2.0 x16 slots
2 PCIE 2.0 x1 slots
Form Factor
Micro-ATX (24.4 cm X 24.4 cm)
Mounting
8 mounting holes
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Mainboard Layout
PASSWORD
USB2
SYSFAN1 SYSFAN2
CPU_FAN
USB1
JFP3
FRONT_PANEL
CLEAR_CMOS
SLOT1
DIMM1
DIMM3
DIMM2
DIMM4
SLOT2
SLOT3
SLOT4
ESATA
FRONT_AUDIO
BATT
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LOCK
Top: LAN Jack
Bottom: USB2.0 ports
T:
M:
B:
Line-Out
Line-In
Mic
T:CS-Out
M:RS-Out
B:SS-Out
Top: USB 2.0 ports
Bottom: eSATA port
Top:
Bottom:
1394 port
USB 2.0 ports
Top:
Coaxial S/PDIF
Buttom:
Optical S/PDIF
USB3_2 USB3_1
PWR1
PWR2
SATA1_2
SATA3_4
SATA5_6

This chapter provides you with the information about
hardware setup procedures. While performing the instal-
lation, be careful in holding the components and follow-
ing the installation procedures. For some components, if
you install in the wrong orientation, the components will
not work properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the compo-
nents.
Chapter 2
Hardware Setup

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Quick Components Guide
Back Panel,
p.2-11
CPU, p.2-4 CPUFAN, p.2-14
DDR3, p.2-8PWR2, p.2-10
PWR1, p.2-10
CLEAR_CMOS,
p.2-17
SATA1~6, p.2-13
JFP3, p.2-16
FRONT_PANEL, p.2-14
USB3_1/2, p.2-15
FRONT_AUDIO, p.2-16
PCIE, p.2-18
SYSFAN1/2, p.2-14
PASSWORD, p.2-17
USB1/ 2, p.2-15
ESATA, p.2-13

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Screw Holes
When you install the mainboard, you have to place the mainboard into the chassis in the
correct direction. The locations of screws holes on the mainboard are shown as below.
Refer above picture to install stando󰘯s in the appropriate locations on chassis and then
screw through the mainboard screw holes into the stando󰘯s.
Important
To prevent damage to the mainboard, any contact between the mainboard circuit and
chassis or unnecessary stando󰘯s mounted on the chassis is prohibited.
Please make sure there are no metal components placed on the mainboard or within
the chassis that may cause short circuit of the mainboard.
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Screw holes
The side has to
toward the rear,
the position for
the I/O shield of
the chassis.

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CPU (Central Processing Unit)
When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent overheating.
If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning on the computer.
For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/index.
php?func=cpuform2
Important
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure the cooling
fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Make sure that you apply
an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to
enhance heat dissipation.
Replacing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn o󰘯 the ATX power supply or unplug the power
supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet 󰘰rst to ensure the safety of CPU.
Overclocking
This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make sure your
components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking. Any
attempt to operate beyond product speci󰘰cations is not recommended. We do not guar-
antee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product speci-
󰘰cations.
Introduction to LGA 1155 CPU
The surface of LGA 1155 CPU. Remember to apply some thermal paste on it for
better heat dispersion.
Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the
Pin 1 indicator
Alignment Key

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CPU & Cooler Installation
When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top
to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU
before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will
cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard.
The CPU socket has a plastic cap on it to protect the contact from damage. Before
you install CPU, always cover it to protect the socket pin. Romove the cap.
Open the load level.
Lift the load lever up to fully open position.
After con󰘰rming the CPU direction for correct mating, put down the CPU in the
socket housing frame. Be sure to grasp on the edge of the CPU base. Note that the
alignment keys are matched.
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with pure vertical motion and rein-
stall.
Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU 5.
Alignment Key
Alignment Key

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Engage the load lever while pressing
down lightly onto the load plate.
6. Secure the lever near the hook end
under the retention tab.
7.
Make sure the four hooks are in por-
per position before you install the
cooler.
8. Align the holes on the mainboard with
the heatsink. Push down the cooler
until its four clips get wedged into the
holes of the mainboard.
9.
Important
Con󰘰rm if your CPU cooler is 󰘰rmly installed before turning on your system.
Do not touch the CPU socket pins to avoid damaging.
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