MSI WS WRX80 User manual

WS WRX80
Motherboard
User Guide

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Contents
Quick Start..................................................................................................................... 3
Specifications.............................................................................................................. 15
Special Features......................................................................................................... 19
Package Contents ...................................................................................................... 20
Back Panel Connectors ............................................................................................. 21
1 Gbps LAN Port LED Status Table...................................................................... 21
10 Gbps LAN Port LED Status Table .................................................................... 22
Audio Jacks Connection ....................................................................................... 22
Installing Antennas............................................................................................... 24
Overview of Components........................................................................................... 25
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 26
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 29
PCI_E1~7: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 31
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 33
SATA1~8: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors....................................................................... 37
U2_1~2: U.2 Connectors....................................................................................... 38
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... 39
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 39
W_FLOW1: Water Flow Meter Connector ............................................................ 40
T_SEN1~2: Thermal Sensor Connectors ............................................................. 40
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors................................................... 41
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 42
POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button ................................................. 42
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connector............................................................ 43
JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector ........................................................................ 43
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 44
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 44
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors.................................. 45
JPMBUS1: PMBus Connector .............................................................................. 46
JM_PSU1~2: Multiple PSU Turn On Connectors ................................................ 46
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector ............................................................................. 47
JVGA1: VGA Connector ......................................................................................... 47
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 48
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BMC_SW1: BMC Switch........................................................................................ 50
VGA_SW1: JVGA1 Switch...................................................................................... 50
Onboard LEDs............................................................................................................. 51
EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... 51
BMC LEDs............................................................................................................. 51
Debug Code LED................................................................................................... 52
Boot Phases.......................................................................................................... 52
Debug Code LED Table......................................................................................... 52
Installing OS, Drivers ................................................................................................. 59
UEFI BIOS.................................................................................................................... 60
BIOS Setup............................................................................................................ 61
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 62
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 62

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Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing a new motherboard from MSI®. 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.
Preparing Tools and Components
AMD Socket sWRX8 Desktop
Processor
AMD Socket sWRX8 CPU Fan
DDR4 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste

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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.
∙Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static
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.

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Case stand-off notification
To prevent damage to the motherboard, any unnecessary mounting stand-off between
the motherboard circuits and the computer case is prohibited. The Case standoff keep
out zone signs will be marked on the backside of motherboard (as shown below) to
serve as a warning to user.
Avoid collision notification
Protective paint is printed around each screw hole to prevent parts from being
scratched.

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Installing a Processor
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∙https://youtu.be/yk4EpVUU03E
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Installing DDR4 memory
∙http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
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Memory module installation recommendation
D1 C1 B1 A1 CPU Socket E1 F1 G1 H1
1 DIMM
AMD Ryzen™
Threadripper™ PRO Series
Desktop Processors
2 DIMMs
4 DIMMs
6 DIMMs
8 DIMMs

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HDD LED
RESET SW
Connecting the Front Panel Header
∙http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED -
HDD LED +
POWER LED -
POWER LED +
POWER LED
RESET SW
POWER SW
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
HDD LED
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Power LED
Reserved
Power Switch
JFP1
Reset SwitchHDD LED

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Installing the Motherboard
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∙https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc
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Torque:
3 kgf·cm*
*3 kgf·cm
= 0.3 N·m
= 2.6 lbf·in
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Connecting the Power Connectors
∙http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
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CPU_PWR2

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Installing SATA Drives
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Installing a Graphics Card
∙http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
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Connecting Peripheral Devices

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Power On
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Specifications
CPU
∙Supports AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ PRO Series
Processors*
∙Supports sWRX8 socket
* Please go to msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors are
released.
Chipset AMD® WRX80 Chipset
Memory
∙8x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 2TB*
∙Supports 2133/ 2400/ 2666/ 3200 by JEDEC
∙Supports 2666/ 2800/ 2933/ 3000/ 3200/ 3466/ 3600/ 3733/
3866/ 4000/ 4266/ 4400 by A-XMP OC MODE**
∙Supports 8-Channel mode
∙Support ECC and non-ECC, buffered and un-buffered,
U-DIMM, R-DIMM, 3DS R-DIMM and LRDIMM memory
* Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory
** AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ PRO 5000 Series Processors support A-XMP
OC mode
Expansion Slots ∙7x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slots (From CPU)
Onboard Graphics
∙1x VGA connector, supports a maximum resolution of
1920*1200 60Hz*
* VGA connector is dedicated for ASPEED 2600
** Onboard graphics is the default monitor display
Multi-GPU ∙Supports AMD® Multi-GPU
SATA Ports ∙8x SATA 6Gb/s ports (From WRX80 chipset)
M.2 & U.2 SSD
Slots
∙2x M.2 slots (Key M)
• M2_1 slot (from CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
• Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• M2_2 slot (from CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
• Supports 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
∙2x U.2 slots */**
* U2_1 slot will be unavailable when installing M.2 SSD in the M2_1 slot.
** U2_2 slot will be unavailable when installing M.2 SSD in the M2_2 slot.
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RAID
∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID5 and RAID10 for SATA
storage devices
∙Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage
devices
Audio
Realtek® ALC4080 Codec
∙7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
∙Supports S/PDIF output
LAN 1x Aquantia® AQC113C 10Gbps LAN controller
1x Realtek ® RTL8116-CG 1Gbps LAN controller
Wireless LAN &
Bluetooth®
AMD® Wi-Fi 6E
∙The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E)
slot
∙Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz*
(160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
∙Supports 802.11a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax
∙Supports Bluetooth® 5.2**, FIPS, FISMA
* Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz may depend on every country’s regulations and will be ready in
Windows 10 21H1 and Windows 11.
** Bluetooth 5.2 will be ready in Windows 10 21H1 and Windows 11.
Power Connectors
∙1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
∙2x 8-pin +12V power connectors
∙2x 6-pin PCIe power connectors
Internal USB
Connectors
∙AMD® WRX80 Chipset
• 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C internal connector
∙Asmedia 1074
• 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports through the
internal USB connectors
∙Hub-GL850G
• 4x USB 2.0 Type-A ports through the internal USB
connectors
Fan Connectors
∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
∙1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
∙6x 4-pin System fan connectors
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System Connectors
∙1x Water Flow meter connector
∙1x Front panel audio connector
∙2x System panel connectors
∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector
∙2x 2-pin Thermal Sensors connector
∙1x TPM 2.0 module connector
∙1x Serial port connector
∙2x Multi-Power Sync connector
∙1x VGA D-Sub 15 pin connector
∙1x Power Supply Unit SMBUS connector
Internal Buttons ∙1x Power button
∙1x Reset button
Jumpers ∙1x Clear CMOS jumper
Switches ∙1x BMC switch
∙1x VGA switch
LED Features ∙1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED
∙4x EZ Debug LED
Back Panel
Connectors
∙1x Clear CMOS button
∙2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
∙8x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports
∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port
∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port
∙1x 10Gbps LAN (RJ45) port
∙1x 1Gbps LAN (RJ45) port
∙5x Audio jacks
∙1x Optical S/PDIF Out connector
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6687-R Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor ∙CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection
∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection
Form Factor ∙E-ATX Form Factor
∙12 in. x 12.2 in. (305 mm x 310 mm)
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BIOS Features
∙1x 256 Mb flash
∙UEFI AMI BIOS
∙ACPI 6.2, SMBIOS 3.0
∙Multi-language
∙BMC/IPMI Remote Management
Operating System ∙Windows 10/ 11
Software ∙Drivers
∙Enterprise Support Tool

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Special Features
Audio
∙Audio Boost 5
Network
∙10G LAN
∙1G LAN
∙WiFi 6E
Cooling
∙Stacked Fin Array
∙Frozr Heatsink Design
∙M.2 Shield Frozr
∙K7 thermal pad
∙Choke pad
∙Pump Fan
∙Smart Fan Control
LED
∙EZ DEBUG LED
Performance
∙Lightning Gen 4 PCI-E Slot
∙Lightning Gen 4 M.2
∙DDR4 Boost
∙Core Boost
∙Lightning USB 20G
∙USB 3.2 Gen 2 10G
∙USB with Type A+C
∙Front USB Type-C
∙Dual CPU Power 2x 8 pin
∙Supplemental PCIE power connector
2x6 pin
∙Server grade PCB
∙2oz Copper thickened PCB
Protection
∙PCI-E Steel Armor
∙Pre-installed I/O Shielding
Experience
∙Click BIOS 5