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MSI MPG Z690 CARBON EK X motherboard Intel Z690 LGA 1700 ATX
MSI MPG Z690 CARBON EK X, Intel, LGA 1700, Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core™ i3, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i9, Intel® Pentium®, DDR5-SDRAM, 128 GB, DIMM
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Product Information
| Information | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MSI |
| Product code | 166339411 |
| EAN | 04719072896676 |
| Manufacturer part number | MPG Z690 CARBON EK X |
| Category | Motherboards |
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor socket | LGA 1700 |
| Maximum number of SMP processors | 1 |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Compatible processor series | Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core™ i3, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i9, Intel® Pentium® |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Supported memory types | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Number of memory slots | 3 |
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| Memory slots type | DIMM |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Non-ECC | Y |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 4000,4800,5600,6666 MHz |
| Unbuffered memory | Y |
| Storage controllers | |
|---|---|
| Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2, SATA III |
| Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
| RAID support | Y |
| RAID levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Graphics | |
|---|---|
| Parallel processing technology support | Crossfire |
| Internal I/O | |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors | 1 |
| Number of SATA III connectors | 6 |
| Front panel audio connector | Y |
| ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Y |
| CPU fan connector | Y |
| Chassis intrusion connector | Y |
| TPM connector | Y |
| 12V power connector | Y |
| Other features | |
|---|---|
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| S/PDIF out port | Y |
| Rear panel I/O ports | |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 5 |
| Digital audio optical out | 1 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort version | 1.4 |
| Motherboard form factor | ATX |
| Motherboard chipset family | Intel |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel Z690 |
| Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC4080 |
| Number of mounting holes | 9 |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733020 |
| Network | |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Y |
| Ethernet LAN | Y |
| Ethernet interface type | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth | Y |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Component for | PC |
| Expansion slots | |
|---|---|
| PCI Express x4 slots | 1 |
| PCI Express x16 slots | 3 |
| BIOS | |
|---|---|
| BIOS type | UEFI AMI |
| BIOS memory size | 256 Mbit |
| Clear CMOS jumper | Y |
| System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) version | 3.4 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Width | 305 mm |
| Depth | 244 mm |
| Height | 100 mm |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Packaging content | |
|---|---|
| Cables included | SATA |
| Software | |
|---|---|
| Drivers included | Y |
Product Description
EK CUSTOM-DESIGNED CPU + VRM WATER COOLING
Sustain the high performing for 12th gen Intel core processors, a custom-designed EK cooling solution that offers pristine cooling for both the CPU, VRM and primary M.2 section is used to prevent thermal throttling, allowing gamers to sustain heavy gaming loadings without the noisy environment. It's ready for everything!
LATEST DDR5 MEMORY
A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology, MPG Z690 CARBON EK X is ready to deliver the world class memory performance.
EXTREME STABILITY & COMPATIBILITY TESTING
MSI conducts thorough memory testing with the most popular memory brands under extreme conditions to ensure your system runs stable no matter what. Our memory partners include brands like Corsair, Crucial, Kingston, G.Skill and many more to optimize memory modules, configurations and even improve overclocking.
SMT DDR5 MEMORY SLOT
The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) welding process reduces the defect rate of slot solder joints, electromagnetism, and interference. Combining with exclusive Memory Boost technology allows MSI motherboards to deliver the clean and pure high-frequency DDR5 signal.
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.
SURFACING WITH THE REAL MU-MIMO TECHNOLOGY
The latest Wi-Fi 6E solution supports 6GHz spectrum, Bluetooth 5.2, two-way MU-MIMO and BSS color technology, provide up to 4X network capacity and efficiency in the high signal density environment, delivering speeds up to 2400Mbps.
OPTIMIZE ONLINE GAMING TRAFFIC FOR LOWER LATENCY!
MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive applications for online games, giving you the best online gaming experience with low latency.
Sustain the high performing for 12th gen Intel core processors, a custom-designed EK cooling solution that offers pristine cooling for both the CPU, VRM and primary M.2 section is used to prevent thermal throttling, allowing gamers to sustain heavy gaming loadings without the noisy environment. It's ready for everything!
LATEST DDR5 MEMORY
A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology, MPG Z690 CARBON EK X is ready to deliver the world class memory performance.
EXTREME STABILITY & COMPATIBILITY TESTING
MSI conducts thorough memory testing with the most popular memory brands under extreme conditions to ensure your system runs stable no matter what. Our memory partners include brands like Corsair, Crucial, Kingston, G.Skill and many more to optimize memory modules, configurations and even improve overclocking.
SMT DDR5 MEMORY SLOT
The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) welding process reduces the defect rate of slot solder joints, electromagnetism, and interference. Combining with exclusive Memory Boost technology allows MSI motherboards to deliver the clean and pure high-frequency DDR5 signal.
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.
SURFACING WITH THE REAL MU-MIMO TECHNOLOGY
The latest Wi-Fi 6E solution supports 6GHz spectrum, Bluetooth 5.2, two-way MU-MIMO and BSS color technology, provide up to 4X network capacity and efficiency in the high signal density environment, delivering speeds up to 2400Mbps.
OPTIMIZE ONLINE GAMING TRAFFIC FOR LOWER LATENCY!
MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive applications for online games, giving you the best online gaming experience with low latency.