Description
PROCESSOR
Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™ , Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors1
Processor socket LGA1700
- Please go to msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors are released.
CHIPSET
Intel® Z690 Chipset
MEMORY
- 4x DDR5 memory slots, supporting up to 128GB 1
- Supports 1R 4800 MHz (by JEDEC & POR)
- Max overclocking frequency:
- 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
- 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 5400+ MHz
- 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
- 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
- Supports Intel® XMP 3.0 OC
- Supports Dual Controller Dual-Channel mode
- Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
- Please refer to msi.com for more information on compatible memory
EXPANSION SLOT
- 3x PCIe x16 slots
- PCI_E1 (from CPU)
- Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x16
- PCI_E3 & PCI_E4 (from Z690 chipset)
- Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 & 3.0 x1
- PCI_E1 (from CPU)
- 1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (from Z690 chipset)
ONBOARD GRAPHICS
MULTI-GPU
- Supports AMD® CrossFire™ Technology
STORAGE
- 6x SATA 6Gb/s ports (from Z690 chipset)
- 4x M.2 slots (Key M)
- M2_1 slot (from CPU)
- Supports PCIe 4.0 x4
- Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
- M2_2 slot (from Z690 chipset)
- Supports PCIe 4.0 x4
- Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
- M2_3 slot (from Z690 chipset)
- Supports PCIe 3.0 x4
- Supports SATA 6Gb/s
- Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
- M2_4 slot (from Z690 chipset)
- Supports PCIe 4.0 x4
- Supports SATA 6Gb/s
- Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
- Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready for M.2 slots that are from Z690 Chipset
- M2_1 slot (from CPU)
- Support Intel® Smart Response Technology for Intel Core™ processors
RAID
- Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
- Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 5 for M.2 NVMe storage devices
USB
- Intel® Z690 Chipset
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 20Gbps Type-C port on the back panel
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (1 Type-C internal connector and 1 Type-A port on the back panel)
- 6x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, and 4 ports are available through the internal USB connectors)
- 4x USB 2.0 Type-A ports on the back panel
- USB Hub GL850G
- 4x USB 2.0 ports are available through the internal USB connectors
AUDIO
Realtek® ALC897 Codec
- 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
LAN
- 1x Intel® I225-V 2.5Gbps LAN
INTERNAL CONNECTORS
- 1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
- 2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
- 6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- 4x M.2 slots (M-Key)
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connectors (supports additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
- 2x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
- 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
- 1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
- 6x 4-pin system fan connectors
- 1x Front panel audio connector
- 2x System panel connectors
- 1x Chassis Intrusion connector
- 1x Clear CMOS jumper
- 1x TPM module connector
- 1x Tuning controller connector
- 1x TBT connector (Supports RTD3)
LED FEATURE
- 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
- 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
- 4x EZ Debug LED
BACK PANEL PORTS
- Keyboard / Mouse
- DisplayPort
- USB 2.0
- LAN port
- Audio connector
- Flash BIOS Button
- USB 2.0
- HDMI
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A
- USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 20Gbps Type-C
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A
DIMENSIONS
- ATX Form Factor
- 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
MOUNTING
9 mounting holes
OPERATING SYSTEM
Support for Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit
BOX CONTENT
- MSI® does not guarantee the risks or damages caused by changing the cover.
- These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice.
PRO series helps users work smarter by delivering an efficient and productive experience. Featuring stable functionality and high-quality assembly, PRO series motherboards provide not only optimized professional workflows but also less troubleshooting and longevity.
PRO Z690-A
PREMIUM THERMAL SOLUTION
Extended Heatsink
MSI extended PWM and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
M.2 Shield Frozr
Strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster.
Pump Fan Support
Control watercooling pump speeds for best flow and noise control.
PRO Z690-A
HIGH-SPEED TRANSMISSION
2.5G Network Solution
Featuring premium 2.5G LAN with LAN manager delivers better network experience.
Lightning USB 20G
Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port, offers the 20Gbps transmission speed, 4X faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1.
Memory Boost
The fully isolated DDR circuit to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming and overclocking performance.
Lightning Gen 5 Solution
The latest Gen 5 PCI-E solution with up to 128GB/s bandwidth for maximum transfer speed.
PRO Z690-A
EXCLUSIVE FEATURE
Core Boost Technology
Combining 2x 8 pin power connectors and premium layout design, that is ready for unleashing the maximum performance.
6 layer PCB with 2oz Thickened Copper
6 layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability without any compromise.
Digital PWM
Highest quality component digital power IC makes sure your system runs smoothly under the most extreme conditions.
PCI-E Steel Armor
Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI for better performance, stability and strength.
PRO Z690-A
PREMIUM THERMAL SOLUTION
Extended Heatsink
MSI extended PWM and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
M.2 Shield Frozr
Strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster.
Pump Fan Support
Control watercooling pump speeds for best flow and noise control.
PRO Z690-A
HIGH-SPEED TRANSMISSION
2.5G Network Solution
Featuring premium 2.5G LAN with LAN manager delivers better network experience.
Lightning USB 20G
Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port, offers the 20Gbps transmission speed, 4X faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1.
Memory Boost
The fully isolated DDR circuit to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming and overclocking performance.
Lightning Gen 5 Solution
The latest Gen 5 PCI-E solution with up to 128GB/s bandwidth for maximum transfer speed.
PRO Z690-A
EXCLUSIVE FEATURE
Core Boost Technology
Combining 2x 8 pin power connectors and premium layout design, that is ready for unleashing the maximum performance.
6 layer PCB with 2oz Thickened Copper
6 layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability without any compromise.
Digital PWM
Highest quality component digital power IC makes sure your system runs smoothly under the most extreme conditions.
PCI-E Steel Armor
Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI for better performance, stability and strength.
PRO Z690-A
PREMIUM THERMAL SOLUTION
Extended Heatsink
MSI extended PWM and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
M.2 Shield Frozr
Strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster.
Pump Fan Support
Control watercooling pump speeds for best flow and noise control.
USER FRIENDLY DESIGN
MSI motherboards feature tons of convenient and smart design for DIY users, countless system tuning and troubleshooting tools are at your disposal to push your system to new heights and satisfy even the most demanding tweaker. Makes it so easy to install your own motherboard without any issue.
COOLING
DESIGN
COMPATIBILITY
RELIABLE COMPONENTS
THERMAL SOLUTION FOR MORE CORES AND HIGHER PERFORMANCE
With more cores’ processors, thermal and power design is more important to make sure the temperature keeps lower. MSI extended PWM heatsink with 7W/mK thermal pad ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed with MSI motherboards.
CONNECTIVITY
The most important thing of DIY is expandability. MSI PRO series motherboards feature plenty possibility for prosumers’ need. Stable LAN, faster storage and USB transfer speed and other expandable connectors are ready to enlarge your flexibility.
LAN
LIGHTNING
SPEED
USB
OTHER EXPANSION
HIGH-BANDWIDTH AND LOW-LATENCY NETWORK
2.5Gbps LAN provides incredible data transfer speed faster than general Gigabit LAN. This is a premium solution for demanding users.
EXPERIENCE MORE
MSI PRO series motherboards are designed to satisfy any professional workflow. Elevate your listening pleasure and enjoy extreme sound quality. Moreover, with years of experience in creating performance enhancing tools that are easy to use, only the highest quality applications are at your disposal. The extensive features let you fine-tune your system to deliver reliable maximum performance.
PERFORMANCE
AUDIO
BIOS & SOFTWARE
SECURITY
14 + 1 +1 POWER DESIGN
Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 14 digital CPU power phases. Combining 2x 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, PRO series motherboard is ready to sustain heavy daily work.
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2x 8-Pin
CPU Power connectors
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14
Duet Rail CPU Power System
Smart Power Stage / 55A -
1 phase
AUX Power
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1 phase
GT Power
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Digital PWM IC
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Load-line Calibration
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Overvoltage Protection
PRO Z690-A
- Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 6400+(OC) MHz
- Lightning Fast Experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Lightning Gen4 x4 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2×2
- Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mk and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop works
- 2.5G LAN: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection
- Intel Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2: Powered by Intel USB 3.2 Gen2 controller, Turbo USB ensures an uninterrupted connection with more stability and fastest USB speeds
- Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality
- High Quality PCB: 6-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server grade level material
- Multi-GPU: With Steel armor PCI-E slots. Supports AMD Crossfire™
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| Weight | 3 kg |
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