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Chapter 1, Important – MSI Z97I GAMING AC User Manual

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Chapter 1

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Getting Started

▶DisplayPort

DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard. This connector is used to connect a

monitor with DisplayPort inputs.

Important

This platform supports dual-display function.

HDMI+DisplayPort

HDMI+HDMI

Extend mode

(Extend the desktop to the second and third monitor)

Clone mode

(Monitors have the same screen)

▶eSATA Port

The eSATA (External SATA) port is for attaching the eSATA hard drive.

▶Audio Ports

These connectors are used for audio devices. The color of the jack refers to the

function of the connector.

■ Line in: Used for connecting external audio outputting devices.

■ Line out: Used as a connector for speakers or headphone.

■ Mic: Used as a connector for a microphone.

■ RS-Out: Rear surround sound line out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.

■ CS-Out: Center/ subwoofer line out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.

■ SS-Out: Side surround sound line out in 7.1 channel mode.

▶Clear CMOS Button

There is CMOS RAM present on board that is powered by an external battery to store

system configuration data. Using CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into

the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on. If you wish to clear the system

configuration, press the button to clear the data.