- Brand: MSI
- Model: PRO Z690A DDR4
- UPC: 824142269831
- EAN: 0824142269831
- MPN: PRO Z690-A DDR4
- Brand - MSI
- Model - PRO Z690-A
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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 DDR4
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 DDR4
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 DDR4
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 2x2 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.
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
- EXTENDED HEATSINK DESIGN
- M.2 SHIELD FROZR
- FROZR AI COOLING
- FULLY FAN CONTROL
- PUMP FAN READY
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
- 2.5G LAN
- LAN MANAGER
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
- POWER DESIGN
- MEMORY BOOST & XMP
- CORE BOOST
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.
2x 8-Pin
CPU Power connectors
14
Duet Rail CPU Power System
Smart Power Stage / 55A1 phase
AUX Power
1 phase
GT Power
Digital PWM IC
Load-line Calibration
Overvoltage Protection
PRO Z690-A DDR4
- Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 5200+(OC) MHz
- Lightning Fast Experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Lightning Gen4 x4 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
- 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 Crossfireâ„¢
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Features
PRO Z690-A DDR4
- Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 5200+(OC) MHz
- Lightning Fast Experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Lightning Gen4 x4 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
- 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 Crossfireâ„¢
Specifications
Processor | Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors1 Processor socket LGA1700 |
Chipset | Intel® Z690 Chipset |
Memory |
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Expansion Slot |
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Onboard Graphics |
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Multi-GPU | Supports AMD® CrossFire™ Technology |
Storage |
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RAID |
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USB |
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Audio | Realtek® ALC897 Codec
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LAN | 1x Intel® I225-V 2.5Gbps LAN |
Internal connectors |
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LED Feature |
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Back panel ports |
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Dimensions |
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Mounting | 9 mounting holes |
Operating System | Support for Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit |
Warranty | 3 Years |
CPU | |
CPU Socket Type | LGA 1700 |
General | |
Manufacturer Warranty | 3 years |
Product Family | PRO series |
LAN Port | 1x Intel I225-V 2.5G LAN |
Memory | |
Memory Capacity | 128GB (4 x 32GB) RAM |
Memory Speed | DDR4 5200 MHz |
Motherboard | |
Chipset Manufacturer | INTEL |
MOB Memory Slots | 4 X DDR4 |
MOB Form Factor | ATX |
MOB Chipset | Intel Z690 |
Storage | |
M.2 Connector | 4 x M.2 Socket |
Interface | |
SATA Connector | 6 x SATA 6Gb/s |
USB 3.2 Port | 1 x USB 3.2, 5 x USB 3.1 |
USB 2.0 Port | 2 x USB 2.0 |
USB Type-C Port | 1 x USB Type-C |
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