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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI
®
MAG Z390M MORTAR
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.
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MSI
®
MAG Z390M MORTAR 󺼣󻱇󻇃󺦫󺹋 󻗯󼖬󼩃󻷋󻘣󻗫 󺃟󻕻󼨸󺞗󺞳. 󻱃
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󲼯󷳓󲹢󷿒󷽡 MSI
®
MAG Z390M MORTAR 󰶻󳼦󳨣󽴸󳦦󲴱󸔡󳉹󲮹󵱏󵸐󳏀󰿙
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code 󵒹󳜱󲮮󲴰󸔠󸔮󳍺󶩜󶈪󱲨󽴸
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󲼮󷹨󲹡󸀞󰸉 MSI
®
MAG Z390M MORTAR 󰶻󳨤󳦦󲴰󸔠󱌇󸽷󸛉󱐕󳏀󰿙󰸬
󳥤󱌣󲁶󰽧󲔞󷠴󷷧󵶿󳦽󴜶󵤚󱱄󳪥󰹉󷸄󳜷󸑯󳏀󰿙󰸬󷨡󹏹󴜶󵤚󷸽󰾫󵈾󲹡󵒹
󳅜󳦽󳃵󲪃󳨤󵉐󶡱󰵴󵒹󶓹󹏝󴐺󷨣󱬽󸹇󳍺󶩜󶓹󱲨󷨝󵖐󲹡󰷳󱜴󰻅󸔒󸑃󳆋󳎾
QR󵜧󸹇󳍺󱑍URL
II
Quick Start
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http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI
Installing a Processor/ CPU󱜋󰺱/ 󼧓󺴫󻘇󻗫 󻗳󼌧󼨧󺋿/ 󲔟
󷡥󷐗󵀛󱬽/ 󲔞󷠴󱾆󵀛󱬽
Youtube
󰼐󸟐
http://v.youku.com/v_show/
id_XNDkyOTY1NjQ0.html
III
Quick Start
Installing DDR4 memory/ DDR4󱜋󰺱/
DDR4 󺼣󺽷󺹻 󻗳󼌧󼨧󺋿/ 󲔟󷡥 DDR4 󷪺󳁋󹠔/ 󲔞󷠴 DDR4 󱌼󲒹
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
Youtube
󰼐󸟐
http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XNzUyMTI5ODI4.html
DIMMB2 DIMMB2
DIMMB1
DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMA1
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Quick Start
Connecting the Front Panel Header/
 󳍻 󶇴 / 󻳓󺽃 󼟷󺗟 󼎳󺗴󼗿 󻪿󺅿󼨧󺋿/
󸔯󳍻󱑺󶔩󹈘󳨣󸢛󶥂/ 󸑷󳍻󱑺󶔩󹈘󳨣󳍻󱿣
http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
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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
Youtube
󰼐󸟐
http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XNjcyMTczMzM2.html
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Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard/ 󱜋󰺱/
󺼣󻱇󻇃󺦫 󻗳󼌧󼨧󺋿/ 󲔟󷡥󰶻󳼦󳨣/ 󲔟󷠴󰶻󳨣
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VI
Quick Start
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Installing SATA Drives/ SATA󱜋󰺱/
SATA 󺦫󺱋󻱃󻋛 󻗳󼌧󼨧󺋿/ 󲔟󷡥 SATA 󵡃󵠉󳼦/ 󲔞󷠴 SATA 󷸄󱾋
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
http://v.youku.com/v_show/
id_XNDkzODU5MTky.html
Youtube
󰼐󸟐
VII
Quick Start
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Installing a Graphics Card/ 󱜋󰺱/
󺋇󺱧󼨌 󼍃󺦫 󻗳󼌧󼨧󺋿 / 󲔟󷡥󹏐󵤛󱙔/ 󲔞󷠴󳠒󱙔
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
http://v.youku.com/v_show/
id_XNDkyOTc3MzQ4.html
Youtube
󰼐󸟐
VIII
Quick Start
Connecting Peripheral Devices/ 󱟱󸐢󳼦󱬽󳍻󶇴/
󻷋󻆏 󻱴󼌧 󻪿󺅿󼨧󺋿/ 󸔯󳍻󱟱󸘺󷫥󱆕/ 󸑷󳍻󱾬󱰶󷸄󱾋
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Quick Start
Connecting the Power Connectors/ 󹄶󴙂󳍹󶇳/ 󻳓󻮟
󼎳󺗴󼗿 󻪿󺅿󼨧󺋿/ 󳏅󰵴󹄷󴙃󳍻󹍨/ 󸑷󳍺󵉐󴙃󳍺󱿣
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XNDkzODU0MDQw.html
Youtube
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ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
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Quick Start
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Power On/ 󸔑󹄶/ 󻳓󻮟 󼏫󺋿/ 󱥭󱕜󹄷󴙃/ 󲮔󳦽
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Contents
Contents
Safety Information ................................................................................................. 2
Specifications ......................................................................................................... 3
Package contents................................................................................................... 8
Rear I/O Panel ........................................................................................................ 9
LAN Port LED Status Table..................................................................................... 9
Audio Ports Configuration ...................................................................................... 9
Realtek Audio Console ......................................................................................... 10
Overview of Components .................................................................................... 12
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 13
DIMM Slots ............................................................................................................ 14
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots .......................................................................... 15
SATA1~4: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors ....................................................................... 16
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors ................................................................... 16
M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 17
CPU_PWR1, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors ....................................................... 18
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 18
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors ............................................................................. 19
JUSB3: USB 3.1 Gen1 Connector ......................................................................... 19
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~2: Fan Connectors ................................... 20
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector ....................................................................... 21
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ........................................................................... 21
JRGB1~2: RGB LED Connectors........................................................................... 22
JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector ...................................................... 22
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper ........................................................... 23
EZ Debug LED ....................................................................................................... 23
JUSB4: USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Connector ............................................................. 24
Installing OS, Drivers & Utilities ......................................................................... 25
Installing Windows
®
10 ......................................................................................... 25
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 25
Installing Utilities ................................................................................................. 25
BIOS Setup ........................................................................................................... 26
Entering BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 26
Resetting BIOS ...................................................................................................... 27
Updating BIOS ....................................................................................................... 27
EZ Mode ................................................................................................................ 28
Advanced Mode .................................................................................................... 30
OC Menu................................................................................................................ 31
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Safety Information
Safety Information
y 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.
y Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause
the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
y Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components.
y 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.
y Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static pad
whenever the motherboard is not installed.
y Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal
components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
y Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause
permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
y If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer
technician.
y Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
before installing or removing any computer component.
y Keep this user guide for future reference.
y Keep this motherboard away from humidity.
y Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on the
PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
y Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
y All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
y 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.
y Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60C (140F), it may damage
the motherboard.
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Specifications
Specifications
CPU
Supports 9th/ 8th Gen Intel
®
Core™ / Pentium
®
Gold /
Celeron
®
processors for LGA 1151 socket
* Please go to www.intel.com for more compatibility information.
Chipset Intel
®
Z390 Chipset
Memory
y 4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB*
y Supports DDR4 4400(OC)/ 4300(OC)/ 4266(OC)/ 4200(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)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz*
y Supports Dual-Channel mode
y Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
y Supports Intel
®
Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
Expansion Slot
y 2x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (support x16/x4 modes)
y 1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot
y 1 x M.2 slot (Key E) for an Intel
®
CNVi wireless module only
Onboard Graphics
y 1x DVI-D port, supports a maximum resolution of
1920x1200@60Hz
y 1x DisplayPort port 1.2, supports a maximum resolution of
4096X2304@60Hz
y 1x HDMI™ port 1.4, supports a maximum resolution of
4096x2160@24Hz
Multi-GPU Supports 2-Way AMD
®
CrossFire
Technology
Storage
Intel
®
Z390 Chipset
y 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
y 2x M.2 slots (Key M)
M2_1 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s, 2242/
2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices*
M2_2 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s, 2280
storage devices
Intel
®
Optane™ Memory Ready**
* SATA2 port will be unavailable when installing SATA M.2 SSD in M2_1 slot.
** Before using Intel
®
Optane™ memory modules, please ensure that you have
updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI website.
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Specifications
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RAID
Intel
®
Z390 Chipset
y Supports RAID 0, RAID1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA
storage devices
y Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 PCIe storage devices
USB
Intel
®
Z390 Chipset
y 3x USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) ports (1 Type-C
and 1 Type-A ports on the back panel, 1 Type-C internal
connector)
y 2x USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports available through
the internal USB connector
y 8x USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (4 Type-A ports on
the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB
connector)
Audio
y Realtek
®
ALC892 Codec
y 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
y Supports S/PDIF output
LAN 1x Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN controller
Back Panel
Connectors
y 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port
y 4x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
y 1x DVI-D port
y 1x DisplayPort port
y 1x HDMI port
y 1x LAN (RJ45) port
y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A port
y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port
y 5x OFC audio jacks
y 1x Optical S/PDIF OUT connector
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Specifications
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Internal Connectors
y 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
y 1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
y 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
y 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port
y 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.1
Gen1 ports)
y 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0
ports)
y 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
y 1x 4-pin Water Pump connector
y 2x 4-pin system fan connectors
y 1x Front panel audio connector
y 2x Front panel connectors
y 2x 4-pin RGB LED connectors
y 1x Thunderbolt add-on card connector
y 1x TPM module connector
y 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
y 1x Clear CMOS jumper
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6797 Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor
y CPU/System temperature detection
y CPU/System fan speed detection
y CPU/System fan speed control
Form Factor
y Micro-ATX Form Factor
y 9.6 in. x 9.6 in. (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)
BIOS Features
y 1x 128 Mb flash
y UEFI AMI BIOS
y ACPI 6.1, SMBIOS 2.8
y Multi-language
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Specifications
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Software
y Drivers
y DRAGON CENTER
y MYSTIC LIGHT
y Open Broadcaster Software (OBS)
y CPU-Z MSI GAMING
y MSI App Player (BlueStacks)
y Intel
®
Extreme Tuning Utility
y Google Chrome™, Google Toolbar, Google Drive
y Norton™ Internet Security Solution
Dragon Center
Features
y GAME OPTIMIZATION
y OC Performance
y Hardware Monitor
y Eyerest
y LAN Manager
y Live Update
Please refer to http://download.msi.
com/manual/mb/DRAGONCENTER2.
pdf for more details.
Special Features
y Audio
Audio Boost
y Network
GAMING LAN with Gaming LAN Manage
Intel CNVi Ready
y Storage
Twin Turbo M.2
y Cooling
Extended Heatsink Design
Pump Fan
GAMING Fan Control
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Specifications
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Special Features
y LED
Mystic Light
Mystic Light Extension (RGB)
Mystic light SYNC
EZ DEBUG LED
y Protection
PCI-E Steel Armor
PCI-E Steel Slot
y Performance
Multi GPU-CrossFire Technology
DDR4 Boost
Core Boost
GAME Boost
Intel Turbo USB 3.1 Gen2
8-pin CPU Power
y VR
VR Ready
y Gamer Experience
GAMING HOTKEY
GAMING MOUSE Control
APP Player
y BIOS
Click BIOS 5
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Package contents
Package contents
Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain:
Motherboard MAG Z390M MORTAR
Cable
SATA 6Gb/s Cables 2
RGB LED Extension 80cm 1
Accessories
M.2 Screw 2
IO Shielding 1
Case Badge 1
Product Registration Card 1
Application DVD Driver DVD 1
Documentation
User Manual 1
Quick Installation Guide 1
Important
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your retailer.
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Rear I/O Panel
Rear I/O Panel
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
DVI-D
PS/2
LAN
USB 2.0 USB 2.0
DisplayPort
USB 3.1 Gen2
USB 3.1 Gen2
Type-C
Audio Ports
Optical S/PDIF-Out
Audio Ports Configuration
Audio Ports
Channel
2 4 6 8
Center/ Subwoofer Out
Rear Speaker Out
Line-In/ Side Speaker Out
Line-Out/ Front Speaker Out
Mic In
(: connected, Blank: empty)
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Rear I/O Panel
Realtek Audio Console
After Realtek Audio Console is installed. You can use it to change sound settings to get
better sound experience.
y Device Selection - allows you to select a audio output source to change the related
options. The check sign indicates the devices as default.
y Application Enhancement - the array of options will provide you a complete guidance
of anticipated sound effect for both output and input device.
y Main 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.
y Advanced Settings - provides the mechanism to deal with 2 independent audio
streams.
y Jack Status - depicts all render and capture devices currently connected with your
computer.
y Connector 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.
Important
The pictures above for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
Jack Status
Connector Settings
Device
Selection
Main Volume
Application Enhancement Advanced Settings
/