MSI Z370I GAMING PRO CARBON AC User manual

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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI®Z370I GAMING PRO CARBON
AC 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®Z370I GAMING PRO CARBON AC
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®Z370I GAMING PRO CARBON
AC. 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.
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II Quick Start
Installing a Processor/ Installation des Prozessors/ Installer un
processeur/ ĿŝŞŌřŚŎŖŌ śŜŚŢőŝŝŚŜŌ
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/ ĿŝŞŌřŚŎŖŌ śŌŘūŞŔ DDR4
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IV Quick Start
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
Connecting the Front Panel Header/ Anschließen der
Frontpanel-Stiftleiste/ Connecter un connecteur du panneau
avant/ ĻŚŐŖŗŪţőřŔő ŜŌœŦőŘŚŎ śőŜőŐřőŕ śŌřőŗŔ
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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

V
Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/
Installer la carte mère/ ĿŝŞŌřŚŎŖŌ ŘŌŞőŜŔřŝŖŚŕ śŗŌŞŧ
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VI Quick Start
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
Installing SATA Drives/ Installation der SATA-Laufwerke/
Installer le disque dur SATA/ ĿŝŞŌřŚŎŖŌ ŐŔŝŖŚŎ 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/ ĿŝŞŌřŚŎŖŌ ŐŔŝŖŜőŞřŚŕ ŎŔŐőŚŖŌŜŞŧ

VIII Quick Start
Connecting Peripheral Devices/ Peripheriegeräte/
Connecter un périphérique anschliessen/ ĻŚŐŖŗŪţőřŔő
śőŜŔŠőŜŔŕřŧš şŝŞŜŚŕŝŞŎ

IX
Quick Start
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
Connecting the Power Connectors/ Stromanschlüsse
anschliessen/ Connecter les câbles du module dalimentation/
ĻŚŐŖŗŪţőřŔő ŜŌœŦőŘŚŎ śŔŞŌřŔū
ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1

XQuick Start
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Power On/ Einschalten/ Mettre sous-tension/ ĮŖŗŪţőřŔő
śŔŞŌřŔū

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Contents
Contents
Safety Information................................................................................................. 2
Specifications......................................................................................................... 3
Rear I/O Panel ....................................................................................................... 8
LAN Port LED Status Table..................................................................................... 8
Audio Ports Configuration...................................................................................... 8
Realtek HD Audio Manager .................................................................................... 9
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 11
M2_1: M.2 Slot (Key M)......................................................................................... 12
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 13
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 14
M2_2: M.2 Wi-Fi module slot (Key E) ................................................................... 14
PCI_E1: PCIe Expansion Slot................................................................................ 15
SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 15
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ....................................................... 16
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... 16
JUSB1: USB 2.0 Connector .................................................................................. 17
JUSB2: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector ......................................................................... 17
CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1: Fan Connectors.............................................................. 18
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 19
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 19
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 20
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 20
JRGB1, JCORSAIR1: RGB LED Connectors.......................................................... 21
Onboard LEDs...................................................................................................... 22
EZ Debug LEDs..................................................................................................... 22
DIMM LEDs ........................................................................................................... 22
PCIe x16 slot LEDs................................................................................................ 22
BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 23
Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 23
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 24
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 24
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 25
Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 27
OC Menu................................................................................................................ 28
Software Description........................................................................................... 34
Installing Windows®10......................................................................................... 34
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 34
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 34

2Safety 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 60oC (140oF), it may damage
the motherboard.

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Specifications
Specifications
CPU Supports 8th Generation Intel®Core™ Processors, and Intel®
Pentium®and Celeron®Processors for Socket LGA1151
Chipset Intel®Z370 Express Chipset
Memory
y2x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 32GB
ySupports 4500(OC)/ 4400(OC)/ 4333(OC)/ 4266(OC)/
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 Memory*
ySupports Dual-Channel mode
ySupports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
ySupports Intel®Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
Expansion Slots y1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot
Onboard Graphics
y1x HDMI™ port, supports a maximum resolution of
4096x2160@30Hz, 2560x1600@60Hz
y1x DisplayPort port, supports a maximum resolution of
4096X2304@24Hz, 3840X2160@60Hz,1920X1200@60Hz
Storage
Intel®Z370 Chipset
y4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA
storage devices
y1x M.2 slot (M2_1, Key M)
Support up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2242/ 2260 /2280 storage devices
Intel®Optane™ Memory Ready
Audio
yRealtek®ALC1220 Codec
y7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
ySupports S/PDIF output
LAN 1x Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN controller
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4Specifications
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Wireless LAN &
Bluetooth®
Intel®Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 module
yThe Wireless module is pre-install in the M2_2 (M.2 Key E)
slot.
ySupports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band (2.4GHz,
5GHz) up to 867 Mbps speed.
ySupports Dual Mode Bluetooth®2.1, 2.1+EDR, 3.0, 4.0,
BLE, 4.2
USB
yASMedia®ASM3142 Chipset
1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C port
on the back panel
1x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-A port
on the back panel
yIntel®Z370 Chipset
4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (2 Type-A
ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the
internal USB connector)
4x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports on
the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal
USB connector)
Back Panel
Connectors
y1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
y2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
y1x DisplayPort port
y1x HDMI™ port
y1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A port
y1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port
y1x Clear CMOS button
y1x LAN (RJ45) port
y2x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports
y2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors
y5x OFC audio jacks
y1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
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Specifications
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Internal Connectors
y1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y1x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.1
Gen1 ports)
y1x USB 2.0 connector (supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports)
y1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y1x 4-pin system fan connector
y1x Front panel audio connector
y2x Front panel connectors
y1x TPM module connector
y1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y1x Clear CMOS jumper
y1x 5050 RGB LED strip 12V connector
y1x CORSAIR Individually Addressable RGB LED strip 5V
connector
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT5565 Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor
yCPU/System temperature detection
yCPU/System fan speed detection
yCPU/System fan speed control
Form Factor yMini-ITX Form Factor
y6.7 in. x 6.7 in. (17.0 cm x 17.0 cm)
BIOS Features
y1x 128 Mb flash
yUEFI AMI BIOS
yACPI 6.0 , SMBIOS 3.0
yMulti-language
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Software
yDrivers
yAPP MANAGER
ySUPER CHARGER
yCOMMAND CENTER
yLIVE UPDATE 6
yMSI SMART TOOL
yRAMDISK
yDPC LATENCY TUNER
yFAST BOOT
yX-BOOST
yDRAGON EYE
yGAMING APP
yMYSTIC LIGHT
yGAMING LAN MANAGER
yNahimic Audio
yOpen Broadcaster Software (OBS)
yTriDef® VR & SmartCam
ySteelSeries Engine 3
yWTFast*
yCPU-Z MSI GAMING
yIntel®Extreme Tuning Utility
yGoogle Chrome™ ,Google Toolbar, Google Drive
yNorton™ Internet Security Solution
* This offer is valid for a limited period only, for more information please visit
www.msi.com
Special Features
yAudio
Audio Boost 4
Nahimic 2
yNetwork
GAMING LAN with Gaming LAN Manager
Intel Wi-Fi
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Specifications
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Special Features
yStorage
Turbo M.2
yFan
Smart Fan Control
yLED
Mystic Light
Mystic Light Extension (RGB)
Corsair Extension
Mystic light SYNC
EZ DEBUG LED
yProtection
DDR4 Steel Armor
PCI-E Steel Armor
yPerformance
DDR4 Boost
Lightning USB
USB with Type A+C
yStability
Military Class 4
yVR
VR Ready
yGamer Experience
GAMING HOTKEY
GAMING MOUSE Control
yBIOS
Click BIOS 5
yCertification
Quadro Ready
SteelSeries Certified

8Rear I/O Panel
Rear I/O Panel
PS/2 LAN
USB 2.0
Audio Ports
Optical S/PDIF-Out
DisplayPort
Wi-Fi Antenna
connectors
Clear
CMOS
button
USB 3.1 Gen2
USB 3.1 Gen1
USB 3.1 Gen2
Type-C
Link/ Activity LED
Status Description
Off No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data activity
Speed LED
Status Description
Off 10 Mbps connection
Green 100 Mbps connection
Orange 1 Gbps connection
LAN Port LED Status Table
Audio Ports Configuration
Audio Ports Channel
2468
Center/ Subwoofer Out ӪӪ
Rear Speaker Out ӪӪӪ
Line-In/ Side Speaker Out Ӫ
Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out ӪӪӪӪ
Mic In
(Ӫ: connected, Blank: empty)
yClear CMOS button - Power off your computer. Press and hold the Clear CMOS
button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to default values.

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Rear I/O Panel
Realtek HD Audio Manager
After installing the Realtek HD Audio driver, the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon will
appear in the system tray. Double click on the icon to launch.
yDevice Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related
options. The check sign indicates the devices as default.
yApplication Enhancement - the array of options will provide you a complete guidance
of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.
yMain Volume - controls the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that
you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.
yProfiles - toggles between profiles.
yAdvanced Settings - provides the mechanism to deal with 2 independent audio
streams.
yJack Status - depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your
computer.
yConnector Settings - configures the connection settings.
Auto popup dialog
When you plug into a device at an audio jack, a dialogue window will pop up asking you
which device is current connected.
Each jack corresponds to its default setting as shown on the next page.
Jack Status
Device
Selection
Connector
Settings
Profiles
Main Volume
Application
Enhancement
Advanced
Settings

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AUDIO INPUT
Rear Front
Side Center/
Subwoofer
Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram
Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram
Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram
AUDIO INPUT