MSI MPG Z490 Gaming Carbon WiFi ATX Motherboard

Model
Brand MSI
Model MPG Z490 GAMING CARBON WIFI
Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type LGA 1200
CPU Type Supports 10th Gen Intel Core and Pentium Gold / Celeron processors for LGA1200 socket 1 2

1. Please go to intel.com for compatibility information.
2. Onboard graphics output are disabled when using the F SKU processors.
Chipsets
Chipset Intel Z490
Onboard Video
Onboard Video Chipset Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic:
1 x HDMI port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096×2160 @30Hz
1 x DisplayPort, supports a maximum resolution of 4096×2304 @60Hz
Maximum shared memory is 1GB
Memory
Number of Memory Slots 4x288pin (DDR4)
Memory Standard Supports 1R 2933/ 2666/ 2133 MHz
1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5000+ MHz
1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4500+ MHz
2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4400+ MHz
2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
Maximum Memory Supported 128GB
Channel Supported Dual Channel
Expansion Slots
PCI Express 3.0 x16 3 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, support x16/ x0/ x4 or x8/ x8/ x4 mode
PCI Express x1 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
Storage Devices
SATA 6Gb/s 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 1 2
1. SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
2. SATA5 & SATA6 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA/PCIe SSD in the M2_2 slot.
M.2 2 x M.2 slots (Key M)
M2_1 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s, 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices1
M2_2 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s, 2242/2260/2280 storage devices2
1. SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
2. SATA5 & SATA6 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA/PCIe SSD in the M2_2 slot.
Intel Optane Ready Intel Optane Memory Ready3
3. Before using Intel Optane memory modules, please ensure that you have updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI website.
SATA RAID 0/1/5/10
Onboard Audio
Audio Chipset Realtek ALC1220
Audio Channels 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset Realtek RTL8125B
Max LAN Speed 10/100/1000/2500Mbps
Wireless LAN Intel AX201
Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, MU-MINO Rx, 2.4GHz-5GHz (160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
WiFi 6 Pre-Certified
Supports Bluetooth 5.1, FIPS, FISMA
The Wireless module is pre-install in the M2 (Key-E) slot
Bluetooth Yes
Rear Panel Ports
Back I/O Ports 1 x DisplayPort / 1 x HDMI / 1 x LAN (RJ45) / 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out / 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo / 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C / 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 / 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A / 5 x Audio Jacks
Internal I/O Connectors
Onboard USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
2 x USB 2.0 connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)
Other Connectors 1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector
1 x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
6 x 4-pin system fan connectors
1 x Front panel audio connector
2 x System panel connectors
1 x Chassis Intrusion connector
1 x 4-pin RLED connector
2 x 3-pin RAINBOGB W LED connectors
1 x 3-pin CORSAIR LED connector
1 x Serial port connector
1 xTPM module connector
1 x TBT connector
1 x RTD3 connector
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Physical Spec
Form Factor ATX
LED Lighting RGB
Dimensions (W x L) 12.0″ x 9.6″
Power Pin 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
Windows Compatibility
Windows 11 Supported
Features
Features Supports 10th Gen Intel Core / Pentium Celeron processors for LGA 1200 socket

Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 5000(OC) MHz

Ready 4 the Future: Support Lightning Gen 4 Solution for the future

Enhanced Power Design: 12+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 8+4-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, DDR4 Boost

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M.2 Shield Frozr: Both M.2 slots with Shield Frozr to built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience

Lightning USB 20G: Powered by ASmedia 3241 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 controller, offering never before seen USB speeds up to 20Gb/s with USB Type-C

AUDIO BOOST 4: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience

2.5G LAN with LAN Manager and Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX Solution: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection

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Pre-installed I/O Shielding: Better EMI protection and more convenience for installation