MSI Gaming 5 User Manual

Chapter 1
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Jumper
JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper
There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on.  If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM.
Keep DataClear Data
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You can clear the CMOS RAM by shorting this jumper while the system is off....

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Switch
AUD_SW1: Audio Power Switch
This switch specifies the power mode for back panel audio ports. 
 
Direct Power mode
Onboard Power mode
(Default)
 Important
Before switching to "Direct Power mode", please make sure the "Direct Audio Power Connector” (AUDPWR1) has been connected to the power supply.
Do not use the audio power switch while the system is on because it will damage the motherboard.
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Debug LED
LED Status Indicators
MSI LED
LED Status Table
The following table describes the status of LED indicators.
LEDLED StatusDescription
MSI LEDOnDebug 

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Debug Code LED Table
Please refer to the table below to get more information about the Debug Code LED message.
PostStatus
02,07Power on CPU Initialization
03,08Power on North Bridge Initialization
04,09Power on South Bridge Initialization
0BPower on Cache Initialization
11~14,32~36,56~5AEarly CPU Initialization
15~18,37~3AEarly North Bridge Initialization
19~1C,3B~3EEarly South Bridge Initialization
1D~2F,31,3F~4E,50~55Early Memory Initialization
63~67,D0Late CPU...

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Drivers and Utilities
After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the performance of the new computer you just built. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide.
You can protect your computer from viruses by installing the bundled security program. The bundle also includes a variety of powerful and creative...

Chapter 2
Quick Installation
This chapter 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. 
 Important
The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased. 

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CPU Installation
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http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI 

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Memory Installation
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http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ