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MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard

BH #MSMPGZ790CBW • MFR #Z790CARBWIFI
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MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard
Key Features
  • ATX Form Factor
  • Intel Z790 Chipset
  • LGA 1700 Socket
  • 4 x Dual-Channel DDR5-6666 (OC)
Streamline connectivity with the MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard from MSI. Utilizing the Intel Z790 chipset and LGA 1700 socket, this ATX motherboard sports four DDR5 RAM slots supporting dual channel memory and speeds up to 6666 MHz when overclocked. Six SATA III and five M.2 interfaces provide ample room for storage and support RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. Install GPUs or other adapter cards via PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x16, and PCIe 3.0 x1 slots. Take advantage of fast networking with a 2.5 GbE Intel LAN and Wi-Fi 6E; connect to wireless peripherals with ease using Bluetooth 5.2.
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MSI Z790 CARBON WIFI Overview

Streamline connectivity with the MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard from MSI. Utilizing the Intel Z790 chipset and LGA 1700 socket, this ATX motherboard sports four DDR5 RAM slots supporting dual channel memory and speeds up to 6666 MHz when overclocked. Six SATA III and five M.2 interfaces provide ample room for storage and support RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. Install GPUs or other adapter cards via PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x16, and PCIe 3.0 x1 slots. Take advantage of fast networking with a 2.5 GbE Intel LAN and Wi-Fi 6E; connect to wireless peripherals with ease using Bluetooth 5.2.

The Realtek ALC4080 audio codec supports 7.1 channel surround sound, while rear ports allow for analog or digital output. Connect wired peripherals via two USB 3.2 Gen 1 and six Gen 2 Type-A ports, or via USB 3.2 Gen 2 and 2x2 Type-C ports. Output video via HDMI. The rear I/O panel also sports Clear CMOS and Flash BIOS buttons. Internal headers provide support for front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and USB 3.2 Gen 1 and 2.0 Type-A ports, RGB connectors, chassis intrusion, a TPM module, and more.

LGA 1700 Socket
This motherboard features an LGA 1700 socket, which supports 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.
Intel Z790 Chipset
This motherboard sports the Intel Z790 chipset for optimal performance.
Lightning Gen 5
Lightning Gen 5 is a PCIe 5.0 solution that boasts up to 128 GB/s bandwidth and for optimal transfer speed.
DDR5 Memory Support
The MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI supports DDR5 memory and MSI Memory Boost Technology.
Onboard M.2
Tackle M.2 installation without breaking a sweat. The screwless M.2 Shield Frozr lets you install or uninstall your M.2 and Shield Frozr without tools and screws.
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
This motherboard also features a 2.5G LAN to deliver fast networking.
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
A built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port offers up to 20 Gb/s transmission speed, four times faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1.
M.2 Shield FROZR
MSI's Premium Thermal Design technology features a heavy plated MOSFET heat sink with heat-pipe and high quality 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads, extra choke thermal pads, and an onboard M.2 Shield Frozr to reduce throttling.
Memory Boost and Core Boost Technology
Memory Boost technology delivers pure data signals for unfettered performance, stability, and compatibility, while Core Boost supports more cores to provide better performance with intricate layouts and fully digital power designs.

MSI Z790 CARBON WIFI Specs

Key Specs
Chipset
Intel Z790
CPU Socket
LGA 1700
Memory Slots
4x 288-Pin
Memory Support
DDR5 4000, 4800, 5600, 6666 MT/s
Expansion Slots
1x PCIe 5.0 x16
1x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode)
1x PCIe 3.0 x1
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO Support
Form Factor
ATX
CPU
Chipset
Intel Z790
CPU Socket
LGA 1700
Back Panel I/O
USB I/O
1x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2)
1x USB-C (USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2)
6x USB-A (USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2)
2x USB-A (USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1)
Thunderbolt
No
Display
1x HDMI
Audio I/O
5x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
1x S/PDIF
Ethernet / Controller
1x Intel I226V 2.5Gigabit
Wi-Fi Antenna
2x Connector
Buttons
BIOS Flashback, Clear CMOS
Memory
Memory Slots
4x 288-Pin
Memory Support
DDR5 4000, 4800, 5600, 6666 MT/s
Maximum Capacity
128 GB
Channel Architecture
Dual Channel
ECC Support
Non-ECC Unbuffered
Storage Expansion
SATA
6x SATA III
RAID Support
RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 (SATA)
RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 (M.2)
Internal I/O
Expansion Slots
1x PCIe 5.0 x16
1x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode)
1x PCIe 3.0 x1
USB
1x USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 Header (Supports 1 USB-C Port)
1x USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Header (Supports 2 USB-A Port)
2x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 4 USB-A Port)
Air Cooling
1x 4-Pin CPU
5x 4-Pin System
Power Connectors
1x 24-Pin Mainboard
2x 8-Pin ATX
Security
Chassis Intrusion, TPM Module
LED Header
3x RGB
Audio
No
Diagnostics
2-Digit Debug LED, Clear CMOS
BIOS
ROM
256 Mb
Front Panel I/O
Front Panel I/O
AAFP, USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
Audio
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC4080 (7.1-Channel)
Wireless
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO Support
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.2
Module Support
1 E Key M.2
Physical
Form Factor
ATX
Dimensions
12 x 9.6" / 30.5 x 24.4 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.24 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.6 x 11.2 x 2.9"

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