MSI PRO Z790-A WIFI II LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard

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MSI PRO Z790-A WIFI II LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard
Key Features
  • ATX Form Factor
  • Intel Z790 Chipset
  • LGA 1700 Socket
  • 4 x Dual-Channel DDR5
Designed for reliable performance and flexible connectivity, the MSI PRO Z790-A WIFI II LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard helps to enhance your build to maximize productivity. Supporting Intel desktop processors with the LGA 1700 socket, professionals and content creators can outfit this motherboard to smoothly handle demanding applications and video editing workloads.
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MSI WIFI II Overview

Designed for reliable performance and flexible connectivity, the MSI PRO Z790-A WIFI II LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard helps to enhance your build to maximize productivity. Supporting Intel desktop processors with the LGA 1700 socket, professionals and content creators can outfit this motherboard to smoothly handle demanding applications and video editing workloads.

Designed to help simplify builds, MSI makes it easy to install up to four PCIe 4.0 SSDs to store your games library, applications, and important files. There are also six SATA III connectors available. The four DDR5 DIMM slots support up to 256GB, reaching up to 7800 MT/s overclocked speeds. With one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, one PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4) slot, one PCIe 3.0 x16 (x1), and one PCIe 3.0 x1 slot, you can install powerful graphics cards and other compatible expansions.

The rear panel features a USB-C port that can transfer up to 20 Gb/s with compatible devices. There are also three USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports for 10 Gb/s compatible devices alongside two 5 Gb/s USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports. Additional peripherals may be connected to the two USB-A 2.0 ports. An internal header allows you to connect a front panel 10 Gb/s USB-C port. Built-in Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) support and a 2.5 Gb/s Ethernet port provide you with connections to compatible network devices for smooth 8K video streaming and low-latency online games. Windows 11 64-bit is required to take advantage of all the motherboard's features.

Performance
Enhanced Power
Unleash maximum performance with a VRM design built with a total of direct 16+1+1 power phases and 80A power stage.
Optimized PCB
With an 8-layer design and 2oz of thickened copper, the PCB has been optimized for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds.
DDR5 Memory Support
High-performance DDR5 memory works with a dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology to deliver exceptional performance.
Expansion
PCIe 5.0
Doubling the speed of the previous generation, the PCIe 5.0 x16 interface can reach 128 GB/s.
SMT PCIe 5.0 Slot
The advanced SMT (Surface Mount Technology) PCIe slot diminishes interference and electrical noise to fully support the PCI-E 5.0 signal.
Steel Armor II
Compared to the previous generation, Steel Armor II's weight endurance has increased by 21%, ensuring excellent signal transmission quality.
DIY Friendly
Flash BIOS
Flash the BIOS with only a connected power supply and a flash drive. No CPU or memory required.
XL Clip
An enlarged clip helps to simplify the removal of expansion cards.
EZ Debug LED
Onboard LEDs indicate the source of problems so that you can quickly troubleshoot them.
Keep Out Zone
The motherboard's circuitry design ensures that the case standoff keep out zones keep the area clean while protecting the paint printed around each screw hole to help prevent scratches and damage.
Protection
Stainless Steel I/O Shield
A corrosion resistant I/O shield helps improve static electricity protection while reducing electromagnetic radiation noise from the system.
Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS)
Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) are safety devices used to protect against excessive voltage. All MSI motherboards are equipped with TVS. When the voltage abnormally rises, the TVS switches from a high-resistance state to a low-resistance state, diverting the excessive voltage to ground. This helps prevent circuit damage caused by high voltage.
Overcurrent Protection
Embedded Overcurrent Protection (OCP) ensures that crucial components such as the USB ports, DDR memory, PWM IC, and CPU are shielded from excessive current. This reduces the risk of damage or malfunction due to power surges.
Grounding Structure
MSI's grounded structure design suppresses the electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by the power phases and helps to efficiently conduct heat to the copper plane.
Connectivity
Audio Boost 5
Enjoy studio grade sound quality for immersive gaming experiences.
Mystic Light
Customize RGB lighting with a variety of effects and sync them with Mystic Light compatible peripherals.
UPC: 824142446843

MSI WIFI II Specs

Key Specs
Chipset
Intel Z790
CPU Socket
LGA 1700
Memory Slots
4x 288-Pin
Memory Type Support
DDR5, 7800 MT/s Maximum Supported Speed
M.2 Slots
22110 / 2280
Expansion Slots
3x PCIe 5.0 x16
1x PCIe 3.0 x1
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
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)
3x USB-A (USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2)
2x USB-A (USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1)
2x USB-A (USB 2.0)
Thunderbolt I/O
No
Display I/O
1x HDMI Output
1x DisplayPort Output
Audio I/O
5x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
1x S/PDIF
Ethernet / Controller
No
Wi-Fi Antenna
2x Connector
Buttons
BIOS Flashback
Memory
Memory Slots
4x 288-Pin
Memory Type Support
DDR5, 7800 MT/s Maximum Supported Speed
Maximum Capacity
256 GB
Channel Architecture
Dual Channel
ECC Support
Non-ECC Unbuffered
Storage Expansion
SATA
6x SATA III
M.2 Slots
1x M.2 (M Key) 22110/2280/2260/2242 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
1x M.2 (M Key) 2280/2260/2242 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
2x M.2 (M Key) 2280/2260/2242 (PCIe 4.0 x4 / SATA III)
Optane Memory Support
No
RAID Support
RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 (SATA)
RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 (M.2)
Internal I/O
Expansion Slots
3x PCIe 5.0 x16
1x PCIe 3.0 x1
USB
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)
1x USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 Header (Supports 1 USB-C Port)
Air Cooling
1x 4-Pin CPU
6x 4-Pin System
Liquid Cooling
1x 4-Pin Pump
Power Connectors
1x 24-Pin Mainboard
2x 12V-2X6 (12VHPWR)
Security
Chassis Intrusion, TPM Module
LED Header
8x RGB
Diagnostics
Clear CMOS
Add-On
1x USB4 Expansion Card Header
BIOS
ROM
256 Mb
Front Panel I/O
Front Panel I/O
AAFP, USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Audio
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC4080 (7.1-Channel)
DAC
No
Wireless
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax): Tri-Band (2.4, 5, & 6 GHz) with MU-MIMO Support
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.3
Software
OS Compatibility
Windows 11 (64-Bit Only)
Physical
Form Factor
ATX
Dimensions
9.6 x 12" / 24 x 30 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.25 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.3 x 11.4 x 2.8"

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