MSI Z370 GAMING PRO CARBON User manual

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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI®Z370 GODLIKE GAMING
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®Z370 GODLIKE GAMING 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®Z370 GODLIKE GAMING.
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®Z370
GODLIKE GAMING. 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
http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI
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Quick Start
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
Installing DDR4 memory/ Installation des DDR4-Speichers/
Installer une mémoire DDR4/ Установка памяти DDR4
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DIMMB2 DIMMB2
DIMMB1
DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMA1

IV Quick Start
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
Connecting the Front Panel Header/ Anschließen der
Frontpanel-Stiftleiste/ Connecter un connecteur du panneau
avant/ Подключение разъемов передней панели
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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
HDD LED
RESET SW
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED -
HDD LED +
POWER LED -
POWER LED +
POWER LED

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Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/
Installer la carte mère/ Установка материнской платы
BAT1
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http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
Installing SATA Drives/ Installation der SATA-Laufwerke/
Installer le disque dur SATA/ Установка дисков SATA

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Quick Start
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http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
Installing a Graphics Card/ Einbau der Grafikkarte/ Installer
une carte graphique/ Установка дискретной видеокарты

VIII Quick Start
Connecting Peripheral Devices/ Peripheriegeräte/
Connecter un périphérique anschliessen/ Подключение
периферийных устройств

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Quick Start
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
Connecting the Power Connectors/ Stromanschlüsse
anschliessen/ Connecter les câbles du module d’alimentation/
Подключение разъемов питания
ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1
CPU_PWR2 PCIE_PWR1

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Power On/ Einschalten/ Mettre sous-tension/ Включение
питания

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Contents
Contents
Safety Information................................................................................................. 3
Specifications......................................................................................................... 4
Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... 11
LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... 11
Audio Ports Configuration.................................................................................... 11
Realtek HD Audio Manager .................................................................................. 12
Installing Antennas............................................................................................... 14
FLASHB1: BIOS FLASHBACK+ Button................................................................. 14
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 15
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 16
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 17
PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 18
PEGSW1: PCIe CeaseFire Switch ......................................................................... 19
U2_1: U.2 Connector............................................................................................. 20
M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 21
Installing the M.2 Xpander-Z ............................................................................... 22
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 23
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... 25
OC1: GAME BOOST Knob ..................................................................................... 26
JSLOW1: Slow Mode Booting Jumper.................................................................. 27
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, PCIE_PWR1: Power Connectors.............................. 28
JUSB3~5: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 29
JUSB2: USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector............................................................. 30
JUSB1, JUSB6: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connectors........................................................... 30
T_SEN1~3: Thermal Sensor Connectors ............................................................. 31
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~8: Fan Connectors................................... 32
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 33
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 33
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 34
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 34
BIOS_SW1: Multi-BIOS Switch............................................................................. 35
POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Button ................................................. 36
OC_FS1: OC Force Enter BIOS Button.................................................................. 36
OC_RT2: OC Retry Button..................................................................................... 36
JRGB1, JRAINBOW1: RGB LED connectors......................................................... 37

2Contents
Onboard LEDs...................................................................................................... 38
EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... 38
PCIe x16 slot & M.2 slot LEDs .............................................................................. 38
DIMM LEDs ........................................................................................................... 38
XMP LED ............................................................................................................... 38
Fan LEDs............................................................................................................... 39
Fan Speed Indicators............................................................................................ 39
Multi-BIOS LEDs................................................................................................... 39
GAME BOOST LEDs .............................................................................................. 39
Debug Code LED................................................................................................... 40
Hexadecimal Character Table .............................................................................. 40
Boot Phases.......................................................................................................... 40
Debug Code LED Table ......................................................................................... 40
ACPI States Codes................................................................................................ 42
CPU Temperature ................................................................................................. 42
BIOS Setup........................................................................................................... 43
Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 43
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 44
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 44
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 46
Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 48
OC Menu................................................................................................................ 49
Software Description........................................................................................... 60
Installing Windows®10......................................................................................... 60
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 60
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 60

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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 8th Generation Intel®Core™ Processors, and Intel®
Pentium®and Celeron®Processors for Socket LGA1151
Chipset Intel® Z370 Chipset
Memory
y4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB
ySupports DDR4 4133+(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3733(OC)/
3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3300(OC)/
3200(OC)/ 3000(OC) /2800(OC)/ 2667/ 2400/ 2133 MHz*
yDual channel memory architecture
ySupports Intel®Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* For the latest information about memory, please visit http://www.msi.com
Expansion Slots
y4x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots*
y1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot
* Please refer to page 18 for details.
Multi-GPU ySupports 2-Way NVIDIA®SLI™Technology
ySupports 4-Way AMD®CrossFire™Technology
Storage
Intel®Z370 Chipset
y6x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
y3x M.2 slots (Key M)*
Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
M2_1, M2_3 slots support 2242/ 2260 /2280/ 22110
storage devices
M2_2 slot supports 2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices
Intel®Optane™ Memory Ready**
y1x U.2 port
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage
* M.2 slots, U.2 port and SATA ports share the bandwidth. Please refer to page
23 for details.
** Please refer to the Intel®Optane™ Memory Configuration Guide on MSI
website.
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Specifications
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RAID
Intel®Z370 Chipset
ySupports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA
storage devices
ySupports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID5 for M.2 PCIe storage
devices*
* M.2 PCIe RAID volume can be created with M.2/ Optane GENIE.
LAN y3x Killer®E2500 Gigabit LAN controller
Wirsless LAN &
Bluetooth®
Killer® 1535
yThe Wireless module is pre-install in the M2_4 (Key-E) slot.
ySupports Wi-Fi 2x2 802.11 AC
ySupports Bluetooth®4.1, 3.0+HS
USB
yASMedia®ASM3142 Chipset
3x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) ports
(1 Type-A port and 1 Type-C port on the back panel,
1 Type-C port available through the internal USB
connector)
yASMedia®ASM1074 Chipset
4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports on the back
panel
yIntel®Z370 Chipset
6x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (2 Type-A
ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the
internal USB connectors)
6x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports available through
the internal USB connectors
Audio
yRealtek®ALC1220 Codec
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
yESS®E9018 Codec
Supports 6.3mm Gold-plated stereo headphone out
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Back Panel
Connectors
y1x Clear CMOS button
y2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
y1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
y6x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports
y3x LAN (RJ45) ports
y1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A port
y1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port
y1x 6.3mm Gold-plated stereo headphone jack
y5x OFC audio jacks
y1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
Internal Connectors
y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
y1x 6-pin ATX PCIe power connector
y6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y4x M.2 slots (M Key x3 ,E Key x1)
y1x U.2 port
y1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port
y2x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.1
Gen1 ports)
y3x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 6 USB 2.0
ports)
y1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y1x 4-pin Water Pump connector
y8x 4-pin system fan connectors
y2x Front panel connectors
y1x Front panel audio connector
y1x TPM module connector
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y3x 2-pin Thermal Sensors connectors
y1x 5050 RGB LED 12V connector (JRGB1)
y1x Rainbow 5050 RGB LED 5V connector (JRAINBOW1)
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Specifications
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Internal Buttons
y1x GAME BOOST knob
y1x Power button
y1x Reset button
y1x OC retry button
y1x OC force enter BIOS button
y1x BIOS FLASHBACK+ button
Switches y1x Multi-BIOS switch
y1x PCIe CeaseFire switch
Jumper y1x Clear CMOS jumper
y1x Slow mode jumper
Debug LED y1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6795 Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor
yCPU/System temperature detection
yCPU/System fan speed detection
yCPU/System fan speed control
Form Factor yE-ATX Form Factor
y12 in. x 10.7 in. (30.5 cm x 27.2 cm)
BIOS Features
yDual BIOS
y2x 128 Mb flash
yUEFI AMI BIOS
yACPI 6.0, SM BIOS 3.0
yMulti-language
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Software
yDrivers
yAPP MANAGER
ySUPER CHARGER
yCOMMAND CENTER
yLIVE UPDATE 6
ySMART TOOL
yRAMDISK
yDPC LATENCY TUNER
yFAST BOOT
yX-BOOST
yDRAGON EYE
yGAMING APP
yMYSTIC LIGHT
yNahimic Audio
yKiller Control Center
yXSplit Gamecaster V2
yTriDef® VR & SmartCam
ySteelSeries Engine 3
yWTFast*
yCPU-Z MSI GAMING
yIntel Extreme Tuning Utility
yNorton™ Internet Security Solution
yGoogle Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
* This offer is valid for a limited period only, for more information please visit
www.msi.com
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Special Features
yAudio
Xtreme Audio DAC
Nahimic 2
yNetwork
Killer xTend
GAMING LAN with Killer LAN Manage
Killer WiFi
yStorage
Turbo U.2
Triple Turbo M.2
yFan
Pump Fan
Smart Fan Control
yLED
Mystic Light
Mystic Light Extension (RGB)
Mystic Light Extension (RAINBOW)
Mystic light SYNC
EZ DEBUG LED
yProtection
DDR4 Steel Armor
M.2 Shield
PCI-E Steel Armor
U.2 Steel Armor
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Special Features
yPerformance
Multi GPU – SLI Technology
Multi GPU – CrossFire Technology
DDR4 Boost
GAME Boost(go to 11)
OC Engine(Clock gen)
USB with Type A+C
Lightning USB
Front Lightning USB
yStability
Military Class 5
yVR
VR Ready
yGamer Experience
GAMING HOTKEY
GAMING MOUSE Control
yBIOS
Click BIOS 5
BIOS FLASHBACK+
Dual BIOS
yCertification
Quadro SLI Ready
Quadro Ready
SteelSeries Certified