MSI MEG X570 UNIFY quick start guide

Contents

1. Quick Startp. 1

   Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MEG X570 UNIFY motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some…

2. Specificationsp. 16

   CPU Supports 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ / Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics Desktop Processors for Socket AM4…

3. Block Diagramp. 24

   Channel DDR4 Memory 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 PCIE PCI Express Bus PCH Processor NUVOTON 6797 Realtek ALC1220 4x USB 3.2 Gen1 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 6x USB 2.0 Rear Audio Jacks…

4. Rear I/O Panelp. 25

   USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C* USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A* Link/ Activity LED Status Description Off No link Yellow Linked Blinking Data activity Speed LED Status Description…

5. Overview of Componentsp. 29
6. Onboard LEDsp. 48

   EZ Debug LED These LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard. CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail. DRAM - indicates DRAM is not detected or…

7. Installing OS, Drivers & Utilitiesp. 54

   Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows ® 10 1. Power on the computer. 2. Insert the Windows ® 10…

8. BIOS Setupp. 55

   The default settings offer the optimal performance for system stability in normal conditions. You should always keep the default settings to avoid possible…

9. Nahimic 3p. 77

   is designed to offer the best audio experience it contains audio effects, microphone effects and Sound Tracker. Installation and Update Nahimic 3 is included…

10. AMD RAID Configurationp. 80

    The following are the RAID levels supported by RAIDXpert2. RAID 0 (Striping) breaks the data into blocks which are written to separate hard drives. Spreading…

11. Troubleshootingp. 85

    Before sending the motherboard for RMA repair, try to go over troubleshooting guide first to see if your got similar symptoms as mentioned below. The power is…

12. Regulatory Noticesp. 86

    FCC Compliance Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC…

13. CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~5: Fan Connectorsp. 42

    Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or DC Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with…

14. CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectorsp. 39

    These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply

15. DIMM Slotsp. 32

    DIMMA1 DIMMB1 Channel A Channel B DIMMA2 DIMMB2 Memory module installation recommendation Important y Always insert memory modules in the DIMMA2 slot first. y…

16. JAUD1: Front Audio Connectorp. 39
17. JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumperp. 44

    There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the…

18. JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connectorp. 43

    This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. Normal (default) Trigger the chassis intrusion event Using chassis intrusion detector…

19. JCORSAIR1: CORSAIR Connectorp. 47

    The JCORSAIR1 connector allows you to connect the CORSAIR Individually Addressable Lighting PRO RGB LED strips 5V or CORSAIR RGB fans with the CORSAIR fan hub.…

20. JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectorsp. 38
21. JPWRLED1: LED power inputp. 48

    This connector is used by retailers to demonstrate onboard LED lights. JPWRLED1 - LED power input Debug Code LED Debug Code LED The Debug Code LED displays…

22. JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectorsp. 46

    The JRAINBOW connectors allow you to connect the WS2812B Individually Addressable RGB LED strips 5V. JRAINBOW connector JRAINBOW connector System Fan connector…

23. JRGB1: RGB LED connectorp. 45
24. JTPM1: TPM Module Connectorp. 41

    This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.

25. JUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connectorp. 40

    This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C connector on the front panel. The connector possesses a foolproof design. When you connect the cable…

26. JUSB2~3: USB 3.2 Gen1 Connectorp. 40

    These connectors allow you to connect USB 3.2 Gen1 ports on the front panel. Important Note that the Power and Ground pins must be connected correctly to avoid…

27. JUSB4~5: USB 2.0 Connectorsp. 41
28. M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M)p. 36

    Installing M.2 module 1. Loosen the screws of M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink. 2. Remove the M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink and remove the protective films from the…

29. PCI_E1~5: PCIe Expansion Slotsp. 33

    Important y If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI Gaming Series Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight to…

30. POWER1, RESET1: Power Button, Reset Buttonp. 44

    The Power / Reset button allows you to power on / reset the computer. Power button Reset Reset button