MSI X670E GAMING PLUS WIFI User manual

X670E GAMING PLUS WIFI
Motherboard
User Guide

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Contents
Quick Start..................................................................................................................... 4
Specifications.............................................................................................................. 17
Special Features......................................................................................................... 21
Package Contents ...................................................................................................... 22
Back Panel Connectors ............................................................................................. 23
LAN Port LED Status Table .................................................................................. 24
Audio Jacks Connection ....................................................................................... 24
Installing Antennas............................................................................................... 26
Overview of Components........................................................................................... 27
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 28
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 29
PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 30
M2_1~4: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 31
SATA_P1~P4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ................................................................ 38
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 39
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... 39
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors................................................... 40
JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C front panel Connector......................................... 41
JUSB2~3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connectors .................................................................. 41
JUSB4~5: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 42
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 42
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 43
JOCFS1: Safe Boot Jumper.................................................................................. 43
JTBT_U4_1: USB4 Expansion Card Connector.................................................... 44
JDASH1 : Tuning Controller connector................................................................ 44
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors.................................. 45
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 46
BAT1: CMOS Battery............................................................................................. 47
JRGB1~2: RGB LED connectors........................................................................... 48
JARGB_V2_1~2: A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED connectors......................... 49
EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... 50

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Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center.......................................................................... 51
Installing Drivers with MSI Driver Utility Installer............................................... 52
MSI Center............................................................................................................ 54
UEFI BIOS.................................................................................................................... 55
BIOS Setup............................................................................................................ 56
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 57
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 57
Block Diagram............................................................................................................ 59
Regulatory Notices........................................................................................................ i

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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® AM5 CPU
AM5 CPU Fan
DDR5 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.
* The illustration above is for reference only and may vary from the motherboard you
purchased.

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Installing a Processor
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∙https://youtu.be/cltgIYiGtWY

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Important
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.

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Installing DDR5 memory
∙https://youtu.be/XiNmkDNZcZk
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DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
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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
Torque:
3 kgf·cm*
*3 kgf·cm
= 0.3 N·m
= 2.6 lbf·in
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∙https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc
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Connecting the Power Connectors
∙http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1~2
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Installing SATA Drives
∙http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
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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™ 7000 Series Desktop Processor*
∙Processor socket AM5
* Please go to www.msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors
are released.
Chipset AMD X670 Chipset
Memory
∙4x DDR5 memory slots, supporting up to 192GB*
∙Memory Support DDR5 7800+(OC)/ 7600(OC)/ 7400(OC)/
7200(OC)/ 7000(OC)/ 6800(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/
6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600(OC)/ 5400(OC)/
5200(OC)/ 5000(OC)/ 4800(JEDEC) MHz
∙Max. overclocking frequency:
• 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 7800+ MHz
• 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
• 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
• 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5400+ MHz
∙Supports Dual-Channel mode
∙Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
∙Supports AMD EXPO
* Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
Expansion Slots
∙3x PCIe x16 slots
• PCI_E1 (From CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x16
• PCI_E3 (From X670 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x1
• PCI_E4 (From X670 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
∙1x PCIe x1 slot
• PCI_E2 (From X670 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x1
Onboard Graphics
∙1x HDMI™ 2.1 port with HDR, supports a maximum
resolution of 4K 60Hz*/ **
∙1x DisplayPort 1.4 supports a maximum resolution of 4K
60Hz*/ **
* Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics.
** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
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SATA Ports ∙4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• SATA_P1~P4 (From X670 chipset)
M.2 SSD Slots
∙4x M.2 slots (Key M)
• M2_1 slot (From CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4
• Supports 2280/ 22110 storage devices
• M2_2 slot (From CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• M2_3 slot (From X670 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• M2_4 slot (From X670 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
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
Audio Realtek® ALC897 Codec
∙7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
LAN ∙1x Realtek® 8125BG 2.5Gbps LAN controller
Wi-Fi & Bluetooth®
AMD Wi-Fi 6E
∙The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E)
slot
∙Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX
∙Supports 20MHz, 40MHz, 80MHz,160MHz bandwidth in
2.4GHz/ 5GHz or 6GHz* bands
∙Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax
∙Supports Bluetooth® 5.3**
* The usage of Wi-Fi 6GHz band relies on Windows 11 support and depends on
every country’s regulations.
** The Bluetooth version may be updated, please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset
vendor’s website for details.
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Power Connectors ∙1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
∙2x 8-pin +12V power connectors
Internal USB
Connectors
∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C front panel port (From
X670 chipset)
∙2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connectors (From X670 chipset)
• Supports additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports
∙2x USB 2.0 connectors (From X670 chipset)
• Supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Fan Connectors
∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
∙1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
∙6x 4-pin system fan connectors
System Connectors
∙1x Front panel audio connector
∙2x System panel connectors
∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector
∙1x TPM module connector
∙1x Tuning Controller connector
∙1x USB4 expansion card connector
Jumpers ∙1x Clear CMOS jumper
∙1x OC safe boot jumper
LED Features
∙2x 4-pin RGB LED connectors
∙2x 3-pin A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED connectors
∙4x EZ Debug LED
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Back Panel
Connectors
∙1x Flash BIOS button
∙1x DisplayPort
∙1x HDMI™ port
∙3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From CPU & X670
chipset)
∙4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports (From CPU & X670
chipset)
∙4x USB 2.0 Type-A ports (From X670 chipset)
∙1x 2.5 Gbps LAN (RJ45) port
∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port (From X670
chipset)
∙2x Wi-Fi antenna connectors
∙3x audio jacks
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6687-R Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor
∙CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection
∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection
∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed control
Form Factor ∙ATX Form Factor
∙9.6 in. x 12.0 in. (243 mm x 304 mm)
BIOS Features
∙1x 256 Mb flash
∙UEFI AMI BIOS
∙ACPI 6.4, SMBIOS 3.5
∙Multi-language
Software
∙Drivers
∙MSI Center
∙CPU-Z MSI GAMING
∙AIDA64 Extreme - MSI Edition
∙Norton 360
∙Adobe Creative Cloud
∙Acrobat