MSI PRESTIGE X570 CREATION User manual

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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI®PRESTIGE X570 CREATION
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®PRESTIGE X570 CREATION 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®PRESTIGE X570 CREATION.
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
Благодарим вас за покупку материнской платы MSI®PRESTIGE
X570 CREATION. Вэтом разделе представлена информация,
которая поможет вам при сборке комьютера. Для некоторых
этапов сборки имеются видеоинструкции. Для просмотра
видео, необходимо открыть соответствующую ссылку в
веб-браузере на вашем телефоне или планшете. Вы также
можете выполнить переход по ссылке, путем сканирования
QR-кода.

II Quick Start
Installing a Processor/ Installation des Prozessors/ Installer un
processeur/ Установка процессора
https://youtu.be/Xv89nhFk1vc
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III
Quick Start
If you are installing the screw-type CPU heatsink, please follow the figure below
to remove the retention module first and then install the heatsink.
Wenn Sie einen CPU-Kühler mit Schraubenbefestigung einsetzen, folgen Sie bitte
den Anweisungen unten um das Retention-Modul zu entfernen und den Kühler zu
installieren.
Si vous voulez installer un ventirad pour processeur à vis, veuillez suivre les
instructions ci-dessous pour d’abord retirer le module de rétention puis installer le
ventirad.
Вслучае установки процессорного кулера ссистемой крепления на винтах,
следуйте указаниям на рисунке ниже для снятия пластикового модуля
крепления. Затем установите кулер.
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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
DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2

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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 -
HDD LED +
POWER LED -
POWER LED +
POWER LED
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2 10
9
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+
+- -- -
+
Power LED
HDD LED Reset Switch
Reserved
Power Switch
JFP1
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
RESET SW
POWER SW
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
HDD LED

VI Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/
Installer la carte mère/ Установка материнской платы
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Quick Start
Connecting the Power Connectors/ Stromanschlüsse
anschliessen/ Connecter les câbles du module d’alimentation/
Подключение разъемов питания
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1 CPU_PWR2

VIII Quick Start
Installing SATA Drives/ Installation der SATA-Laufwerke/
Installer le disque dur SATA/ Установка дисков SATA
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
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Quick Start
Installing a Graphics Card/ Einbau der Grafikkarte/ Installer
une carte graphique/ Установка дискретной видеокарты
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
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XQuick Start
Connecting Peripheral Devices/ Peripheriegeräte/
Connecter un périphérique anschliessen/ Подключение
периферийных устройств

XI
Quick Start
Power On/ Einschalten/ Mettre sous-tension/ Включение
питания
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XII Quick Start
NOTE

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Contents
Contents
Safety Information................................................................................................. 3
Specifications......................................................................................................... 4
JCORSAIR1 Connector Specification...................................................................... 9
Package contents................................................................................................. 10
Rear I/O Panel...................................................................................................... 11
LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 11
Audio Ports Configuration.................................................................................... 11
Realtek Audio Console ......................................................................................... 12
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 15
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 16
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 17
PCI_E1~7: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 18
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 21
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 22
Installing M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN 4 ....................................................................... 23
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 25
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 25
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ................................................... 26
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~7: Fan Connectors................................... 27
T_SEN1~2: Thermal Sensor Connectors ............................................................. 28
JUSB5: USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Connector............................................................. 28
JUSB3~4: USB 3.2 Gen1 Connectors ................................................................... 29
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 29
POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button ................................................. 30
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 30
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 31
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 31
JRGB1: RGB LED connector................................................................................. 32
JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors............................................. 33
JCORSAIR1: CORSAIR Connector ........................................................................ 34
Onboard LEDs...................................................................................................... 35
EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... 35
A-XMP LED ........................................................................................................... 35
JPWRLED1: LED power input............................................................................... 35
CPU Power LED.................................................................................................... 36
Debug Code LED................................................................................................... 37
Hexadecimal Character Table .............................................................................. 37

2Contents
Boot Phases.......................................................................................................... 37
Debug Code LED Table ......................................................................................... 37
ACPI States Codes................................................................................................ 41
Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ......................................................................... 42
Installing Windows®10......................................................................................... 42
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 42
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 42
BIOS Setup........................................................................................................... 43
Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 43
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 44
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 44
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 45
Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 47
OC Menu................................................................................................................ 48

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Safety Information
Safety Information
yThe components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful
computer assembly.
yEnsure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
yHold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
yIt 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.
yStore the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static pad
whenever the motherboard is not installed.
yBefore turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal
components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
yDo not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause
permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
yIf you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer
technician.
yAlways turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.
yKeep this user guide for future reference.
yKeep this motherboard away from humidity.
yMake sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on the
PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
yPlace the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
yAll cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
yIf 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.
yDo not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage
the motherboard.

4Specifications
Specifications
CPU Supports 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ / Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with
Radeon™ Graphics Desktop Processors for Socket AM4
Chipset AMD®X570 Chipset
Memory
y4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB (depending
on the processor)
Supports 1866/ 2133/ 2400/ 2666Mhz by JEDEC, 2666/
2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3066/ 3200/ 3466/ 3600/ 3733 /3866/
4000/ 4133/ 4266/ 4400/ 4533 by A-XMP OC mode
yDual channel memory architecture
ySupports non-ECC UDIMM memory
ySupports ECC UDIMM memory (non-ECC mode)
ySupports un-buffered memory
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
Expansion Slot
y2x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E2,PCI_E5)
3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ support PCIe 4.0 x16/x0, x8/x8
mode
2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ support PCIe 3.0x16/x0, x8/x8
mode
Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD
Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics support PCIe 3.0 x8/x0
mode
y1x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot (PCI_E7, supports x4 mode)
y4x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots
*The speeds may vary for different devices
Multi-GPU ySupports 2-Way NVIDIA®SLI™Technology
ySupports 3-Way AMD®CrossFire™Technology
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Specifications
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Storage
y6x SATA 6Gb/s ports (from AMD®X570 Chipset)
y2x M.2 slots (Key M)*
M2_1 slot (from AMD®Processor) supports PCIe 4.0
x4 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Desktop Processors) or PCIe
3.0 x4 (2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/ Ryzen™ with Radeon™
Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™
Graphics) 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
M2_2 slot (from AMD®X570 Chipset) supports PCIe
4.0 x4 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™) or 3.0 x4 (2nd Gen AMD
Ryzen™/ Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd
Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics) and SATA
6Gb/s 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
*The speeds may vary for different devices
RAID AMD®X570 Chipset
ySupports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10
LAN y1x Intel®I211AT Gigabit LAN controller
y1x Aquantia®AQC107 10-Gigabit LAN controller
WiFi & Bluetooth
Intel®Wi-Fi 6 AX200
yThe Wireless module is pre-install in the M2_WIFI1 (Key-E)
slot
ySupports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, MU-MINO Rx, 2.4GHz-
5GHz (160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
ySupports Bluetooth®5
USB
yAMD®X570 Chipset
1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C
internal connector
12x USB 3.2 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (8 Type-A
ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the
internal USB 3.2 Gen1 connectors)
6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports on
the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal
USB 2.0 connectors)
yAMD®Processor
2x USB 3.2 Gen2 (3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™) or USB 3.2
Gen1 (2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/ Ryzen™ with Radeon™
Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™
Graphics) Type-A and Type-C port on the back panel
2x USB 3.2 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) Type-A ports on the
back panel
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Audio
1x Realtek®ALC1220 Codec
y7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
ySupports S/PDIF output
Back Panel
Connectors
y1x Clear CMOS button
y1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
y2x USB 2.0 ports
y2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
y10x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports
y1x Gigabit LAN (RJ45) port
y1x 10-Gigabit LAN (RJ45) port
y2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A & Type-C port (depending on the
processor)
y5x OFC audio jacks
y1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
Internal Connectors
y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
y6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y2x M.2 slots (M-Key)
y1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port
y2x USB 3.2 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.2
Gen1 ports)
y2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0
ports)
y1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y1x 4-pin Water Pump connector
y7x 4-pin system fan connectors
y1x Front panel audio connector
y2x System panel connectors
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y1x TPM module connector
y2x 2-pin Thermal Sensors connectors
y1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
y2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
y1x 3-pin CORSAIR LED connector
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Specifications
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Internal Buttons y1x Power button
y1x Reset button
Debug LED y1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED
y4x EZ Debug LED
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor
yCPU/System/Chipset temperature detection
yCPU/System/Chipset fan speed detection
yCPU/System/Chipset fan speed control
Form Factor yE-ATX Form Factor
y12 in. x 10.7 in. (30.5 cm x 27.2 cm)
BIOS Features
y1x 256 Mb flash
yUEFI AMI BIOS
yACPI 6.1, SMBIOS 2.8
yMulti-language
Software
yDrivers
yCREATOR CENTER
yNahimic Audio
yCPU-Z MSI GAMING
yMSI App Player (BlueStacks)
yGoogle Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
yNorton™ Internet Security Solution
Creator Center
Features
y CREATOR OPTIMIZATION
y High Performance
y Hardware Monitor
y LAN Manager
y True Color
y Mystic Light
y Live update
Please refer to http://download.msi.
com/manual/mb/CREATORCENTER.
pdf for more details.
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Special Features
yAudio
Audio Boost 4
Nahimic 3
Voice Boost
yNetwork
10G SUPER LAN
GAMING LAN with Gaming LAN Manager
Intel WiFi
yStorage
Lightning Gen4 M.2
Twin M.2
yCooling
FROZR Heatsink Design
Propeller Blade Technology
M.2 Shield FROZR
Extended Heatsink Design
Pump Fan
Gaming Fan Control
yLED
Mystic Light 3
Mystic Light Extension (RGB)
Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW)
Mystic Light Extension (CORSAIR)
Mystic Light Sync
EZ DEBUG LED
yProtection
PCIe Steel Armor
DDR4 Steel Armor
M.2 Shield FROZR
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