MSI z170a gaming m3 [13/92] Block diagram 2

Contents

Unpacking ................................................................................................................1

Safety Information ...................................................................................................2

Quick Start................................................................................................................3

Preparing Tools and Components ....................................................................... 3

Installing a Processor .......................................................................................... 4

Installing DDR4 memory ...................................................................................... 5

Connecting the Front Panel Header .................................................................... 6

Installing the Motherboard ................................................................................... 7

Installing SATA Drives ......................................................................................... 8

Installing a Graphics Card ................................................................................... 9

Connecting Peripheral Devices ......................................................................... 10

Connecting the Power Connectors .................................................................... 11

Power On ........................................................................................................... 12

Specifications ........................................................................................................15

Specification Comparison Table ........................................................................ 21

Block Diagram ......................................................................................................22

Rear I/O Panel ........................................................................................................23

LAN Port LED Status Table ............................................................................... 23

Audio Ports Configuration .................................................................................. 23

Realtek HD Audio Manager ............................................................................... 24

Overview of Components ....................................................................................26

CPU Socket ....................................................................................................... 28

DIMM Slots ........................................................................................................ 29

PCI_E1~4, PCI1~3: PCIe and PCI Expansion Slots ......................................... 30

SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors .................................................................. 31

SE1_21-SE2_65: SATAe Connectors ............................................................... 31

M2_1: M.2 Slot ................................................................................................... 32

JPWR1~2: Power Connectors ........................................................................... 34

JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ......................................................................... 34

JUSB1: USB 2.0 Connector .............................................................................. 35

JUSB2: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector ..................................................................... 35

JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ....................................................................... 36

JCOM1: Serial Port Connector .......................................................................... 36

JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector ......................................................................... 36

CPUFAN1~2, SYSFAN1~3: Fan Connectors .................................................... 37

JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................ 38