MSI 970 GAMING - Manual (Page 12)

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Preface
▍ CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Getting Started............................................................................1-1
Packing Contents .................................................................................................1-2
Optional Accessories ........................................................................................... 1-2
Assembly Precautions .......................................................................................... 1-3
Motherboard Specifications .................................................................................. 1-4
Connectors Quick Guide ...................................................................................... 1-7
Back Panel Quick Guide ...................................................................................... 1-9
CPU (Central Processing Unit) .......................................................................... 1-11
Introduction to AM3/ AM3+ CPU ................................................................. 1-11
CPU & Cooler Installation ............................................................................ 1-12
Memory ..............................................................................................................1-14
Dual-Channel mode Population Rule .......................................................... 1-14
Mounting Screw Holes .......................................................................................1-15
Power Supply .....................................................................................................1-16
JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors ............................................................. 1-16
Expansion Slots .................................................................................................1-17
PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots ................................................................ 1-17
PCI1~2: PCI Expansion Slots ...................................................................... 1-17
Video/ Graphics Cards ...................................................................................... 1-18
Single Video Card Installation ...................................................................... 1-18
Internal Connectors ............................................................................................1-19
SATA1~6: SATA Connectors ..................................................................... 1-19
CPUFAN,SYSFAN1~4: Fan Power Connectors .......................................... 1-20
JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors ...................................................... 1-21
JUSB1～3: USB 2.0 Expansion Connectors ............................................... 1-22
JUSB4: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector ....................................................... 1-22
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector .............................................................. 1-23
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ................................................................ 1-23
JCOM1: Serial Port Connector .................................................................... 1-24
JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector ......................................................... 1-24
JSP1: S/PDIF-Out Connector ...................................................................... 1-24
Jumper ...............................................................................................................1-25
JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper ....................................................................... 1-25
Switch ................................................................................................................1-26
SLOW_MODE: Slow Mode Booting Switch ................................................. 1-26
Drivers and Utilities ............................................................................................1-27
Total Installer ............................................................................................... 1-27