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MSI MPG Z690 FORCE WIFI Intel DDR5 PCIe 5.0 ATX Motherboard - LGA 1700

Take a step into the future. MSI have returned with the MPG Z690 series motherboards here to support the very latest 12th Generation Intel processors with incredible durability and stunning aesthetics to squeeze every ounce of performance from your new CPU. Heed the call of the next-generation with MSI.

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E6C-CA0-E10

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Brand	MSI
Model Number	MPG Z690 FORCE WIFI
Warranty Support	3 Years
Motherboard Chipset	Z690 Chipset (LGA 1700)
CPU Socket Type	LGA 1700
Memory Type	DDR5
Outputs	DisplayPort, HDMI 2.0
Form Factor	ATX

Description

MSI MPG Z690 FORCE WIFI Intel DDR5 PCIe 5.0 ATX Motherboard - LGA 1700

Take a step into the future. MSI have returned with the MPG Z690 series motherboards here to support the very latest 12th Generation Intel processors; boasting the brand new Intel 1700 LGA. The MSI Z690 Force Wi-Fi is filled with premium tech and bolstered with an arsenal of top-shelf modern features like; the very latest 5th generation PCI-e solution, DDR5 memory support, huge storage options with 5x m.2 slots (4x PCIe Gen4x4, 1x PCIe Gen3x4), lightning 20G USB connectivity, Audio/Core & DDR5 Memory boosts, a premium thermal design with heavy plated MOSFET heatsinks, high quality thermal pads, onboard M.2 Shield Frozr, Wi-Fi 6E support delivering speeds of up to 2400 Mbps and a fully comprehensive rear I/O. The Z690 Force WiFi combines all of these features with incredible durability and stunning aesthetics to squeeze every ounce of performance from your new CPU. Heed the call of the next-generation with MSI.

Features
- Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™ / Pentium® Celeron® processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 6666+(OC) MHz
- Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
- Enhanced Power Design: Direct 18+1+1 phases power, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost
- Premium Thermal Solution: Enlarged heatsink with heat-pipe, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mk, additional choke thermal pads and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience
- MYSTIC LIGHT: 16.8 million colors / fancy lighting effects controlled in one click. MYSTIC LIGHT SYNC supports RGB, RAINBOW(ARGB), Corsair LED strips and Ambient devices.
- 2.5G LAN with LAN Manager and Intel Wi-Fi 6E Solution: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection
- AUDIO BOOST 5: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
- High Quality PCB: 8-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server grade level material
- Pre-installed I/O Shield: Better EMI protection and more convenience for installation

LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E
MSI Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E represents the bandwidth of a x16 interface to 128GB/s, which is double of the speed of the previous generation.

SMT PCIE 5.0 SLOT
MSI motherboards adopted the advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) PCI-E slot to diminish interference and electrical noise, fully supporting higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds of PCI-E 5.0 signal.

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 FORCE WIFI is ready to deliver the world class memory performance.

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.

DOUBLE BANDWIDTH WITH LIGHTNING USB 3.2 GEN 2x2 20G
Using USB 3.2 devices has never been faster! MPG Z690 series motherboards offer a wide variety of options to connect and boost your USB devices, offering never before seen USB speeds up to 20Gb/s when connecting the Rear USB Type-C.

Specification

Processor
Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors 1
Processor socket LGA1700
Please go to intel.com for compatibility information.

See supported processors
Chipset
Intel® Z690 Chipset

Memory
4x DDR5 memory slots, support up to 128GB1
Supports 1R 4800 MHz (by JEDEC & POR)
Max. overclocking frequency:
1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6666+ MHz
1DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz
2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
Supports Intel® XMP 3.0 OC
Supports Dual Controller Dual-Channel mode
Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory

Expansion Slots
3x PCIe x16 slots
PCI_E1 & PCI_E2 slots (From CPU)
Support PCIe 5.0
Support x16/ x0, x8/ x8
PCI_E3 slot (From Z690 Chipset)
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4

Onboard Graphics
1x HDMI 2.1 with HDR port, supports a maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz1/ 2
1x DisplayPort 1.4 port with HBR3, supports a maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz1/ 2
Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics.
Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

Multi-GPU
Supports AMD® CrossFire™ Technology

Storage
4x SATA 6Gb/s ports - SATA5~8* (From Z690 Chipset)1
2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports - SATAA & SATAB (From ASMedia ASM1061)
5x M.2 slots (Key M)
M2_1 slot (From CPU)
Supports PCIe 4.0 x4
Supports 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
M2_2 slot (From Z690 Chipset)
Supports PCIe 4.0 x4
Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
M2_3 slot (From Z690 Chipset)
Supports PCIe 4.0 x4
Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
M2_4 slot (From Z690 Chipset)1
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4
Supports SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
M2_5 slot (From Z690 Chipset)
Supports PCIe 4.0 x4
Supports SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
M2_2~5 support Intel® Optane™ Memory
Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology for Intel Core™ processors
SATA7 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_4 slot.

RAID
Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 , RAID 5 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices

USB
Intel® Z690 Chipset
1x USB3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps Type-C port on the back panel
6x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (5 Type-A ports on the back panel, 1 Type-C available through the internal connector)
2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports available through the internal connector
4 USB 2.0 ports on the back panel
USB Hub-GL850G
4x USB 2.0 ports available through internal connectors

Audio
Realtek® ALC4080 Codec
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Supports S/PDIF output

LAN
1x Intel® I225V 2.5Gbps LAN controller

WiFi & Bluetooth
Intel® Wi-Fi 6E module
The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/6GHz 1(160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax
Supports Bluetooth 5.22, FIPS, FISMA
Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz may depend on every country’s regulations and will be ready in WIN10 21H1 and Windows 11.
Bluetooth 5.2 will be ready in WIN10 21H1 and Windows11.

Internal connectors
1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
5x M.2 slots (M-Key)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C connector
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
2x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
6x 4-pin system fan connectors
1x Front panel audio connector
2x System panel connectors
1x Chassis Intrusion connector
1x Clear CMOS jumper
1x TPM module connector
1x TBT connector (supports RTD3)
1x Tuning Controller connector

LED Feature
1x EZ LED Control switch
4x EZ Debug LED
1x 2-Digit Debug Code LED
1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
1x 3-pin CORSAIR LED connector

Back panel ports
1x HDMI
1x DisplayPort
1x 2.5G LAN
1x Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
4x USB 2.0
5x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C
Optical S/PDIF Out
Audio Connectors
Flash BIOS Button

Dimensions
ATX Form Factor
12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

Mounting
9 mounting holes

Operating System
Support for Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit