- Brand: MSI
- Model: Z490-A PRO
- UPC: 763236975145
- EAN: 0763236975145
- Brand - MSI
- Model -Â Z490 A Pro
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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.
Z490-A PRO
EXCLUSIVE FEATURE
Core Boost Technology
Combining 8+4 pin power connectors and premium layout design, that is ready for unleashing the maximum performance.
6-Layer PCB
6 layer PCB provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability.
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.
Z490-A PRO
PREMIUM THERMAL SOLUTION
Extended Heatsink
MSI extended PWM heatsink and 7W/mK thermal pad ensure 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.
Z490-A PRO
HIGH-SPEED TRANSMISSION
Turbo USB
Featuring the TURBO USB 3.2 GEN 2 10Gbps, with reversible Type-C connector.
2.5G Network Solution
Featuring premium 2.5G LAN with LAN manager delivers better network experience.
DDR4 Boost
The fully isolated DDR circuit with Interdigital Tabbed Routing to deliver pure data signals and improve signal reliability at high frequencies.
Turbo M.2
With 2x M.2 slots . Running at PCI-E Gen3 x4 maximizes performance for NVMe based SSDs.
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
- 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
STORAGE
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
- POWER DESIGN
- 4 THE FUTURE
- DDR4 BOOST & XMP
- CORE BOOST
12 + 1 +1 DUET RAIL POWER SYSTEM
Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 12 Duet Rail Power System(DRPS). Combining 8 + 4-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, PRO series motherboard is ready to sustain heavy daily work.
8+4 Pin
CPU Power connectors
12
Duet Rail CPU Power System
1 phases
SA Power
1 phases
GT Power
Digital PWM IC
Load-line Calibration
Overvoltage Protection
Z490-A PRO
- Supports 10th Gen Intel® Core™, 11th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors for LGA 1200 socket
- Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 5000(OC) MHz
- Ready 4 the Future: Support Lightning Gen 4 Solution for the future
- Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design 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
- Turbo M.2:Â Running at PCI-E Gen3 x4 maximizes performance for NVMe based SSDs
- 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
- Multi-GPU: With Steel armor PCI-E slots. Supports 2-Way AMD Crossfireâ„¢
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Features
- Supports 10th Gen Intel® Core™ / Pentium® Celeron® processors for LGA 1200 socket
- Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 4800(OC) MHz
- Set Core Power Free: 12+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 8+4 pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, DDR4 Boost
- Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design 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
- Turbo M.2:Â Running at PCI-E Gen3 x4 maximizes performance for NVMe based SSDs
- 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
- Multi-GPU: With Steel armor PCI-E slots. Supports 2-Way AMD Crossfireâ„¢
Specification
Processor | Supports 10th Gen Intel® Core™ and Pentium® Gold / Celeron® processors for LGA1200 socket 1 Please go to intel.com for compatibility information. 2 Onboard graphics output are disabled when using the F SKU processors. |
Chipset | Intel® Z490 Chipset |
Memory |
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Onboard Graphics |
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Multi-GPU | Supports 2-Way AMD® CrossFire™ Technology |
Storage | Intel® Z490 Chipset
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RAID | Intel® Z490 Chipset
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USB | Intel® Z490 Chipset
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Audio | Realtek® ALC892 Codec
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LAN | 1x Realtek® RTL8125B-CG 2.5G LAN Controller |
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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® 10 64-bit |
Warranty | 3 Years |
CPU | |
CPU Socket Type | LGA 1200 |
PCI Express Type | PCI Express 3.0 |
General | |
Manufacturer Warranty | 3 years |
Product Family | PRO series |
Memory | |
Memory Capacity | 128GB (4 x 32GB) RAM |
Memory Speed | DDR4 5000 MHz |
Motherboard | |
Chipset Manufacturer | Intel |
MOB Memory Slots | 4 X DDR4 |
MOB Form Factor | ATX |
MOB Chipset | Intel Z490 |
Storage | |
M.2 Connector | 2 x M.2 Socket |
Interface | |
SATA Connector | 6 x SATA 6Gb/s |
DisplayPort | 1 X DisplayPort |
HDMI Output | 1 x HDMI port |
PS/2 port | 1 x PS/2 |
USB 3.2 Port | 1 x USB 3.2 |
USB 2.0 Port | 4 x USB 2.0 |
USB Type-C Port | 2 x USB Type-C |
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