**Official MSI Z77 Mpower Discussion Thread**

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Official Website >> http://www.msi.com/product/mb/Z77-MPOWER.html

MSI Forums >> http://forum-en.msi.com/index.php

Instruction Manual - v4.0 >> Click Here
MSI Software Guide - v1.5 >> Click Here

Compatable Ram List >> Click Here

MSI Z77 MPower Forum Threads

*Official* MSI Z77 Mpower owners club / All things MPower @ overclock.net

MSI Z77 MPOWER testing @ Xtreme Systems

Download Latest Drivers: Win8.1 64bit >> 13th November 2013 - will normally be done around the end of each month.

Package Contents:

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Drivers

  • Atheros Bluetooth Driver v8.0.0.224 >> Click Here
  • Atheros Wifi Driver v9.2 >> Click Here
  • Intel ME Driver v9.5.15.1730 *NEW* >> Click Here
  • Intel PCH Driver v9.4.0.1026 *NEW* >> Click Here
  • Intel Rapid Start Technology Driver *NEW* >> Click Here
  • Intel RST v12.8.0.1016 *NEW* >> Click Here
  • Intel® Smart Connect Technology v4.2.40.2418 *NEW* >> Click Here
  • Intel USB 3.0 Driver v1.0.8.251 >> Click Here
  • Renesas USB 3.0 Driver v3.0.23.0 >> Click Here
  • Realtek PCI-E Ethernet Driver v8.020 *NEW* >> Click Here
  • Realtek HD Audio Driver R2.73 *NEW* >> Click Here

  • Intel VGA Driver v15.33.1.3277 *NEW* >> Click Here
Latest Offical BIOS >> BIOS ID: 17.12
  • [17.12] Support ATI 7970/7770 VGA card.
  • [17.12] Improved memory compatibility.
  • [17.11] Update ME version to v.8.1.50.1456.
  • [17.11] Update M-Flash module.
  • [17.11] Improved memory compatibility.
  • [17.10] Update IVB CPU Micro Code.
  • [17.9] Update ME firmware version to v.8.1.40.1416.
  • [17.9] Support LSI 9270-8i RAID card.
  • [17.8] Update BIOS module.
  • [17.8] Improved memory compatibility.
  • [17.7] Update CPU Micro Code.
  • [17.7] Update ME firmware.
  • [17.7] Improved memory compatibility.
  • [17.6] Update CPU Micro Code.
  • [17.6] Update onboard Realtek LAN driver.
  • [17.6] Update ME version to v.8.1.20.1336.
  • [17.6] Improved PCI- E display card compatibility
  • [17.5] Support GOP detection compatibility.
  • [17.5] Support WinPE.
  • [17.5] Improved memory compatibility.
  • [17.5] Improved gaming keyboard compatibility.
  • [17.4] Update CPU Micro Code.
  • [17.4] Update ME firmware.
  • [17.4] Improved memory compatibility.
  • [17.3] Enhance OC ability.
  • [17.2] Support GOP detection function.
  • [17.2] Improved memory compatibility.
  • [17.1] Release BIOS.
  • Release Date: 13th September 2013
NOTE: Make sure you unplug your PSU from A/C power and properly >>Clear CMOS Guide<< after flashing.

WARNING:- DO NOT USE THE WINDOWS MSI LIVE UPDATE 5 METHOD TO UPDATE YOUR BIOS, HIGH RISK OF BIOS FAILIURE!

Latest Beta BIOS >> BIOS ID: HC1

Previous Beta BIOS >> BIOS ID: HB5

Please note that flashing this release occurs entirely at your own risk!
>>Use the MSI HQ Forum USB flasher<<, Method II for best results.
Do NOT use the BIOS/UEFI integrated M-Flash Routine.

>>Alternative Method BIOS flashing/update using an USB Flash Drive<< Latest version of HP USB Disk Storage Format Tool 2.2.3 >> Click Here

E7751IMS.HB0 ==> E7751IMS.HC1
  1. Patch Bclk Oc (100.30~101.30) caused ATI VGA Card(ex:7970,7770) lost issue .
  2. Patch system can't boot issue when use CMY8GX3M2A2133C11 & CMZ8GX3M2A2133C11 & CMZ8GX3M2A2133C11B and memory frequency >=1866
  3. Patch Kingston KHX24C11T3K2/8x can't boot with 3570K CPU when XMP(2400) is enabled.
  4. Fixed get patchmemID mechanism.
  5. Fixed get DIMMLayoutMod mechanism.
  6. Release Date: 1st November 2013
E7751IMS.HB1 ==> E7751IMS.HB5
  1. Update audio table.
  2. Add S3 WHQL solution.
  3. Change win8 logo.
  4. Update GOP solution.
  5. Add RestoreSpecialBootOptions module.
  6. Fix 3.3VSB power lost issue(G3-S0).
  7. Patch system can't boot issue when use CMY8GX3M2A2133C11R & CMZ8GX3M2A2133C11R and memory frequency >=1866.
  8. Fix the issue that the system will hang 0xB4 or 0x99 when use customer usb cable or usb cardreaders.(USB cardreader: KAMA reader Tr, Akasa card reader)
  9. Update ME8.1.50.1456.
  10. Release Date: 30th September 2013
E7751IMS.HA0 ==> E7751IMS.HB1
  1. Fix when plug 2 different dram,can't adjust Dram ratio, CPU IO Volt & Sa Volt.
  2. Release Date: 23rd August 2013
E7751IMS.H92 ==> E7751IMS.HA1
  1. Update CPU Microcode for Ivy Bridge E-1 and L-1(M12306A9_00000019) & Update CPU Microcode for Sandy Bridge Q-0 and D-2(M12206A7_00000029).
  2. Add solution to fix System hang up "A2" with some hard disk.
  3. Release Date: 5th July 2013
E7751IMS.H83 ==> E7751IMS.H92
  1. Switch to PLL mode for clock buffer.
  2. Fix can't detect LSI 9270-8i RAID card.
  3. Fix LSI 9270-8i RAID card can be detected in BIOS when Windows 8 feature enabled, but the option has display garbled.
  4. Fix GetVariable compatibility issue while enable Win 8 feature upon MahoBay codebase.
  5. Patch some memory user mannule set tcl=12 can't boot when dram frequency>2600MHz.
  6. Remove Switch to PLL mode for clock buffer solution.
  7. Patch Fast Boot PS2 Devices Support disable function incorrect.
  8. Update ME 8.1.40.1416.
  9. Modify the PCH Sata Aggressive LPM Support item default value.
  10. Release Date: 17th June 2013
E7751IMS.H82 ==> E7751IMS.H83
  1. Fix UEFI OS 80 port can't show CPU temp issue.
  2. Fix clear cmos after boot option priorities show error issue.
  3. Fixed build-in shell disappear issue when update FixedBootOrder13 module.
  4. Disable "Secure Boot"when "Windows 8 feature" set from "Enabled" to "Disabled" to patch some NV's graphics card capability issue.
  5. Fixed OA30tool change OEMID & OEMTBLID failed when select boot to UEFI OS.
  6. Fix some monitor hang B2 issue.
  7. Change French language error in the option "Load Overclocking Profile x".
  8. Limit Snapshot to be triggled just one time while system with multiple USB keyboards plug.
  9. Update SMBIOS module ver 34.
  10. Improve OC memory(2600Mhz+) capability for Intel 7 series project.
  11. Release Date: 4th May 2013
E7751IMS.H70 ==> E7751IMS.H82
  1. Fix it will show error characters in Boot device priority after disable some boot options.
  2. Replace SATA port automatically shut down when in WIN8 64 bit OS the shutdown.
  3. Fix WIN7 64 Bit UEFI OS S4 resume fail issue.
  4. Fix post process, the phenomenon of the dialog box will appear if you press F12 Key some cases there will be the phenomenon of the crash.
  5. Fix select BIOS Setup Discard Changes and Exit item after can't enter os issue.
  6. Fix F12 Snapshot function error issue when post press F12 and Del key.
  7. Patch NV Quadro NVS450 card S3 fail.
  8. Add "Long Duration Power Limit","Short Duration Power Limit","Primary Plane Turbo Power Limit",
    "Secondary Plane Turbo Power Limit" range to 4096.
  9. Release Date: 22nd March 2013
E7751IMS.H72 ==> E7751IMS.H74
  1. Fix set virtu technology to D-mode && OC CPU Ratio will cause 3 times full reset.
  2. Fix Samsung Non-XMP memory can't OC more than 1866 with IVB CPU.
  3. Update UpdateBiosAndME function error message solution.
  4. Fix can't adjust boot device priority by Int15 tool when update Fixed Boot Order ver:013.
  5. Update ME 8.1.30.1350.
  6. Fix transparent string background function which applied in progress bar.
  7. Adjust the UpdateBiosAndME function error message string.
  8. Release Date: 2nd February 2013
E7751IMS.H71 ==> E7751IMS.H72
  1. Add som spi rom support.
  2. Fix quit without saving will reset when connect a uefi os.
  3. Add UpdateBiosAndME function error message issue.
  4. Fix some PCIE Device can't detect issue for AMI CRB 024 codebase.
  5. Update FixedBootOrder13 module.
  6. Release Date: 18th January 2013
E7751IMS.H60 ==> E7751IMS.H71
  1. Add som spi rom support.
  2. Fix quit without saving will reset when connect a uefi os.
  3. Add UpdateBiosAndME function error message issue.
  4. Fix some PCIE Device can't detect issue for AMI CRB 024 codebase.
  5. Update FixedBootOrder13 module.
  6. Release Date: 15th January 2013
E7751IMS.H62 ==> E7751IMS.H64
  1. Fix WIN7 64 Bit OS S4 resume fail issue when BIOS Setup install password and password check set boot mode.
  2. Add "Hardware Prefetcher" item and "Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch" item in CPU Features group.
  3. Add the usb setup item and usbpolicyprotocol to enable or disable the usb mass storage driver.
  4. Fix USB mouse cannot be use under UEFI bios setup issue if you plug the mouse after booting up the system.
  5. Add to switch T1,T2 orT3 Mode To Thermistor for fintek.
  6. Modify BIOS Setup USB Support item.
  7. Add VGA hot-plug solution.
  8. Fix the issue that hot plug usb device will clear screeen when cpu memory changed OR oc fail message appear.
  9. Fix 'OC Retry Count' Function issue for BCLK OC.
  10. Fix VGA N650-1GB5(V280-05S & V280-10S) hang issue.
  11. Patch Fast Boot "SATA Device Support" disable function fail.
  12. Release Date: 21st December 2012
E7751IMS.H61 ==> E7751IMS.H62
  1. Fix ps2 keyboard can't use in os when msi fast boot enabled.
  2. Fix some pcie card no display in win8 os.
  3. Add item "tREFI"
  4. Fix timing "tRRSR" error when it is auto
  5. Release Date: 4th December 2012
E7751IMS.H58 ==> E7751IMS.H61
  1. Update realtek uefi pxe rom.
  2. Fix press DEL key can't entry BIOS Setup when fast boot enabled after.
  3. Update Microcode Intel(R) Ivy Bridge E-1 and L-1 ver016.
  4. Fix 'OC Retry Count' Function error when overclock BCLK.
  5. Fix when adjusted BCLK and then enter setup press F10 Save&Exit cause abnormal reset during the post.( Only for 7751 pcb4.1 MPOWER)
  6. Modify watchdog timer function code.
  7. Update CRB024.
  8. Modify when win8 disabled,fast boot default to disabled.
  9. Update ME 8.1.20.1336.
  10. Release Date: 22nd November 2012
E7751IMS.H57 ==> E7751IMS.H58
  1. Market name back to Z77 MPower (MS-7751)
  2. Remove solution:Fix that system can't boot into WinPE.
  3. Replace SATA port automatically shutdown when in WIN8 64 bit OS the shutdown.
  4. Add string to notify winki is unavailable while Windows 8 feature enables.
  5. Release Date: 15th November 2012
E7751IMS.H55 ==> E7751IMS.H57
  1. Modify adjust CPU I/O voltage function code.
  2. Fix system hang on 0x55 issue when use APACER 78.BAGFF.AFC0C memory and XMP is enabled.
  3. Fix system hang on 0x55 issue when use APACER 78.CAGFF.AFD0C memory and XMP is enabled.
  4. Fix system hang on 0x55 issue when use AVEXIR AVD3U28001204G-4CM memory and XMP is enabled.
  5. Release Date: 5th November 2012
E7751IMS.H54 ==> E7751IMS.H55
  1. Modify Market name:Z77 MPOWER (MS-7751).
  2. Patch System failed to initialize the NUMLOCK of the numeric key (most of the time).
  3. Release Date: 2nd November 2012
E7751IMS.H53 ==> E7751IMS.H54
  1. Fix NV's GOP crad will lag & freeze in setup when win8 Enable
  2. Modify Ivy 30151016 and SNB 20361019 GOP driver setting.
  3. Fix system reset on 0x55 issue when use Sandy Bridge G440 CPU and install two 4G memory.
  4. Fix 'Command Rate' Can not change from 2 to 1 when XMP enabled.
  5. Release Date: 31st October 2012
E7751IMS.H52 ==> E7751IMS.H53
  1. Add DRAM timing keyin function.
  2. Add MOUSE WHEEL SOLUTION .
  3. Update BIOS Setup F12 key function.
  4. Fix hang 0x2e when use CORSAIR CMGTX5 memory and XMP is enabled.
  5. Fix 'Integrated Graphics Share Memory' and 'DVMT Memory' item show incorrect.
  6. Add to support change ACPI table information.
  7. Release Date: 25th October 2012
E7751IMS.H51 ==> E7751IMS.H52
  1. Update solution:Fix some vga card error under winxp os.
  2. Modify DMI type1 and DMI type 2 Manufacture from write once to unlimited .
  3. Hidden some item when MSI Fast Boot item enabled.
  4. Fix USB Support and Fast Boot item help string show error issue.
  5. Fix that system can't boot into WinPE.
  6. Fix PCIE GEN3 display card issue.
  7. Fix issue:when enable win8, plug monitor untill boot to shell, it can light monitor,but will hang when you enter setup.
  8. Release Date: 21st October 2012
E7751IMS.H47 ==> E7751IMS.H51
  1. Fix some vga card error under winxp os.
  2. Fix issue:Roccat ISKU Keyboard can not work.
  3. Release Date: 16th October 2012
E7751IMS.H45 ==> E7751IMS.H47
  1. Fix issue:Wakeup from S4 failed under Windows7 UEFI mode if you set Administrator password and set the Password check to ¡°BOOT¡±.
  2. Fixed "Output Select"item can not working correct.
  3. Remove "Press <DEL> or <F2> to enter setup." from post.
  4. Release Date: 16th October 2012
E7751IMS.H44 ==> E7751IMS.H45
  1. Add the solution When you plug DVDROM as SATA 1 and plug SATA HDD as SATA 2 then system cannot Enter windows 7 Legacy OS after system restart from E7751IMS.H43.
  2. Remove solution Fix it cannot finish Windows 7/8 UEFI Installation When you set the bios boot sequence to SATA HDD as 1st Boot and DVD ROM as 2nd boot and save and exit, then Press F11 to select UEFI DVD to Install.
  3. Add some Multi-Lauguage about fastboot.
  4. Change "Boot option filter" to "UEFI and Legacy" when Win7 mode.
  5. Fix it cannot enter UEFI Windows after restart OS when set admin Password.
  6. Fine tune advanced timing(TWRDRDD) for memory frequency >= 2600Mhz.
  7. Release Date: 10th October 2012
E7751IMS.H43 ==> E7751IMS.H44
  1. Update Post Time Tuning module 12.
  2. Fix it cannot finish Windows 7/8 UEFI Installation When you set the bios boot sequence to SATA HDD as 1st Boot and DVD ROM as 2nd boot and save and exit, then Press F11 to select UEFI DVD to Install.
  3. Fixed it will hang 0xAD when use Non-GOP card and enable WIN8.
  4. Release Date: 3rd October 2012
E7751IMS.H42 ==> E7751IMS.H43
  1. Fix WIN7 64 bit os S4 resume show error message issue.
  2. Update ME8.1 1318.
  3. Fix System cannot Enter windows 7 most of the time and will just show the message no bootable device found.
  4. Release Date: 2nd October 2012
E7751IMS.H41 ==> E7751IMS.H42
  1. Update the CPU Micro Code M12306A9(015).
  2. Fix UpdateBiosAndME function issue.
  3. Fix Possible Black Screen issues with GOP Driver.
  4. Fix Avexir 2400(patched before) S3 wakeup failed.
  5. Update Realtek uefi driver.
  6. Update CryptoPkg Module 010.
  7. Fix Winxp 64bit S4 error issue.
  8. Update Intel Ivy CPU GOP ivy_30131013T01.
  9. Fix post code show error issue.
  10. Release Date: 27th September 2012
E7751IMS.H30 ==> E7751IMS.H41
  1. Fix can not adjust cpu ratio when item "Hyper-threading" set to Disabled and item "Active Processor Cores" set to 1.
  2. Adjust CPU Ratio keyin function.
  3. Add win8 gop solution.
  4. Release Date: 23rd September 2012
E7751IMS.H10 ==> E7751IMS.H24
  1. Modify some string.
  2. Fix Ipv6 function fail issue.
  3. Fix some items of CPU Features form show error when load defalut.
  4. Add'Win 8 Configuration' item.
  5. Enable Secure Flash function.
  6. Fixed using AFU3.03RC02 to Flash BIOS error.
  7. Support check GOP driver in external VGA card
  8. Fix some item can not change value.
  9. Fix DRAM frequency incorrect issue when use Patriot PV316G213C1K memory and XMP is enabled.
  10. Support MSI Fast Boot.
  11. Fix system hang on 0x55 issue when use Team Team-Elite-1866 memory.
  12. Fix system hang on 0x55 issue when use SPD 800MHz memory and Sandy Bridge CPU.
  13. Add WHCK UEFI GOP TEST fail solution.
  14. Fix item "Internel PLL Overvoltage" always Enable when over clock cpu ratio.
  15. remove WHCK UEFI GOP TEST fail solution.
  16. Set item "Intel C-State" to enabled when use some special cpus (such as i5-3475s which oc ability are limited) to over clock cpu ratio to the ratio higher than the ratio 4 cores can reach at the same time.
  17. Fix item "Adjust CPU Ratio" show error when adjust cpu ratio.
  18. Fix the issue that BCLK can not fix at 100.5 MHz after clear CMOS.
  19. Fix windows boot manager boot sequence show error issue when load default after.
  20. Fix can't adjust CPU voltage over 1.53V issue.
  21. Remove Secure Flash function.
  22. Remove solution:Fix TPM ID issue.
  23. Remove pop box of 'cpu ratio'item.
  24. Fix oc profile fail.
  25. Add OC Retry Counter Item.
  26. Add code for MSI Fast Boot.
  27. Next boot after AC power loss run normal boot when fast boot enabled.
  28. Support check GOP driver in external VGA card when fast boot enabled.
  29. Modify 'Win 8 Configuration' to 'Windows 8 Configuration'
  30. Add solution:Realtek LAN WHCK-Debug Capability Test fail when memory > 2G.
  31. Improve system stability when use AVEXIR AVD3U26661104G-4CM memory and XMP is enabled.
  32. Release Date: 4th September 2012
DISCLAIMER:
MSI will not be held responsible or liable for any damage made with using a BETA BIOS.
Please proceed with discretion and do not attempt to use unless you know what you are doing!
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CPU Base Frequency needs to be retyped as 10000, this will then set the Bus Speed to exactly 100.0 MHz in CPU-Z, it will keep as this all the time then, unless you load defaults.

Internal PLL Overvoltage = [Enabled] (default should be 1.8v, I woudn't bother increasing it.)
CPU Core Vdroop offset Control = [+100%]
EIST = [Disabled]
Eup 2013 = [Disabled]
CPU Phase Control = [Auto]
C1E Support = [Disabled]
Intel C-State = [Disabled]

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My MSI Z77 MPOWER will arrive Monday also, my new case has arrived today, should have a 3570K to play with, as well as my 2500K.

Tempted to get an MSI GTX 680 Lightning or MSI GTX 670 Power Edition OC for the fun of it! :)

New Official Bios released today, 17.2 was removed yesterday, but I kept notes of what was included in that update, see below.
Latest Offical BIOS >> BIOS ID: 17.3
  • [17.3] Enhance OC ability.
  • [17.2] Support GOP detection function.
  • [17.2] Improved memory compatibility.
  • [17.1] Release BIOS.
  • Release Date: 14th September 2012
NOTE: Make sure you unplug your PSU from A/C power and properly >>Clear CMOS Guide<< after flashing.

WARNING:- DO NOT USE THE WINDOWS MSI LIVE UPDATE 5 METHOD TO UPDATE YOUR BIOS, HIGH RISK OF BIOS FAILIURE!
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Well i have the board but have to wait till tommorow for fans and memory to arrive so right now i am just staring at it :)
 

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Their is a memory leakage bug with Intel RST 11.5.0.1207, Intel removed it from their website, but MSI still list it for download.
Use the following driver, as listed below. :)
trisp said:
Well i have the board but have to wait till tommorow for fans and memory to arrive so right now i am just staring at it :)
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Nice, mine should be here in an hour or two, I've got a few more bits to buybut all the main things I have, hopefully will have it setup later tonight.
 

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just a few pics of new setup part 1!! not going overboard on cables and cleaning till i get new case, e.t.c
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just in process of fresh install, will see how this mobo performs later, oh and only got my 2500k in till ivy gets delivered
 

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Max previous oc on asus gen 3 board 4680 mhz, currently priming for 1 hour so far @ 4825 :)

Edit same 2500k, have changed mem from vegence 1600 to black mamba 2133

Also running original bios
 
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Looking good there Nickolp1974, I know my 2500K will do 4.9GHz on Air in my MSI Z68A-GD65 (G3) and Gigabyte Z77X-UD5H - virtually same voltages, will be shocked if I can do more, will have mine setup tonight, just doing backups. :)

Will be getting some better ram for this rig, not sure what I'm going for.

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New driver as above, released today if anyone uses it. :)
 

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Well my mpower board arrived today even though they were meant to be out if stock. Will be putting this in the case at the weekend hopefully it should fit in well with the viper fans I've currently got installed.
 

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New beta bios has been released, see below for details.
WARNING:- DO NOT USE THE WINDOWS MSI LIVE UPDATE 5 METHOD TO UPDATE YOUR BIOS, HIGH RISK OF BIOS FAILIURE!

Latest Beta BIOS >> BIOS ID: H41

Please note that flashing this release occurs entirely at your own risk!
>>Use the MSI HQ Forum USB flasher<<, Method II for best results.
Do NOT use the BIOS/UEFI integrated M-Flash Routine.

E7751IMS.H30 ==> E7751IMS.H41
  1. Fix can not adjust cpu ratio when item "Hyper-threading" set to Disabled and item "Active Processor Cores" set to 1.
  2. Adjust CPU Ratio keyin function.
  3. Add win8 gop solution.
  4. Release Date: 23rd September 2012
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