MSI Z490-A PRO

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Motherboard - Intel Z490, Intel 1200 socket, PCI Express 3.0, 2× PCIe x16, 3× PCIe x1, 4× DDR4 5000MHz (OC), 6× SATA III, 2× M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-C, RJ-45 (LAN) 2,5Gbps, HDMI, DisplayPort, 8ch audio, form factor: ATX
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MSI Z490-A PRO

Motherboard MSI Z490-A PRO Screen

This MSI motherboard is built using the Intel Z490 chipset, which has the Intel 1200 socket to accommodate the processor. Classically, it has a sound card made for 8 channels. For a faster PC, the MSI Z490-A PRO has compatibility with the modern Intel Optane RAM. It is a very large motherboard for extremely powerful setups that utilise multiple cards and complex cooling. If you want to build a PC with this particular model, you'll need a compatible ATX format case.

MSI Z490-A PRO Motherboard Key Features

  • Intel 1200 socket and Intel Z490 chipset
  • MSI Z490-A PRO size: ATX
  • Integrated sound card for 8 channels
  • Supports the fast Intel Optane technology
  • DDR4 computer RAM type with DIMM design
  • The motherboard can accommodate 4 × dual-channel memory modules
Motherboard MSI Z490-A PRO Connectivity (ports)
Motherboard MSI Z490-A PRO Lateral view

MSI Z490-A PRO Motherboard Connectivity

Computer RAM is extremely important, so this MSI motherboard has a total of 4 RAM slots. It's compatible with DDR4 type DIMM RAM. You can link them in dual-channel mode. This motherboard is compatible with modules with a clock speed of up to 5000 MHz.

MSI Z490-A PRO Connectivity

This motherboard is made for 2 graphics cards with PCI Express 16x slots. The internal interface has a total of 2 popular M.2 slots. In terms of USB ports, it has 2 × USB 2.0, 2 × USB type 3.0 (3.1 gen1) and 2 × of the fast 3.1 (3.1 gen2) type ports. You'll also be pleased to know that it has TPM for extra security, a very impressive RGB LED Header, and Thunderbolt

Motherboard MSI Z490-A PRO Lateral view

What Else Can the MSI Z490-A PRO Motherboard Do?

  • The motherboard has a built-in Realtek ALC897 sound card
  • Other notable advantages incorporate additional features such as AMD CrossFire Technologies
  • External communication interfaces: DisplayPort, HDMI, Jack, PS/2, RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps, USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB-C
  • Internal interfaces: ARGB LED Header, COM header, Front Panel Audio connector, M2 Socket, RGB LED Header, Serial ATA III, Thunderbolt header, TPM header, USB 2.0 header, USB 3.2 Gen 1 header and USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) header
  • M.2 will be very welcome if you are planning to install modern SSDs, where SATA connection is just too slow
  • The motherboard is compatible with Intel Optane technology, so you can increase the speed of your setup by buying extra memory hardware
  • Maximum supported RAM module clock speed: 5000 MHz
  • SATA III: 6 ×
Motherboard MSI Z490-A PRO Lateral view

Specifications

Socket
Intel 1200
Chipset
Intel Z490
Motherboard form factor
ATX
Basic functions
For CPU with integrated GPU, Integrated network card, Integrated sound card, PCI Express 3.0, Support for Intel Optane
Memory type
DDR4

Socket and chipset

Socket
Intel 1200
Chipset
Intel Z490

Format & functions

Motherboard form factor
ATX
Basic functions
For CPU with integrated GPU, Integrated network card, Integrated sound card, PCI Express 3.0, Support for Intel Optane

Memory

Memory type
DDR4
Number of RAM slots
4 ×
Max. frequency (OC)
5,000 MHz
Design
DIMM
Connection Mode
dual-channel

Advanced parameters

Advanced features
AMD CrossFire Technologies
Sound card type
Realtek ALC897
Number of sound card channels
8.0

Connectors

External
Jack, PS/2, RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps, USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2
Internal
COM header, Front Panel Audio connector, M2 Socket, RGB LED Header, Serial ATA III, Thunderbolt header, TPM header, USB 2.0 header, USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
PCI express x16
2×
PCI express x1
3×
USB 2.0
2×
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0)
2×
USB 3.1 (3.1 gen2)
2×
M.2 slots
2×
Serial ATA III
6×
More Specifications

Micro-Star International Co Ltd. C/O MSI Computer Europe BV, Science Park Eindhoven 5706, 5692 ER, Son, Netherlands, [email protected]


The Taiwanese company MSI (Micro-Star International) has earned a solid place in the world of IT, mainly producing motherboards for desktop computers. However, it also produces high quality graphics cards, barebone computers, notebook computers, networking products, servers, and many other computer components. MSI products support the latest technologies and provide the performance necessary for all applications. Recently, the company has begun making a name for itself in the growing segment of gaming notebooks.

Note:

This product is not an independently functional unit and may require professional installation.

Specifications can be changed without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only.

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