MSI MAG Z590 Quick Start Guide
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MAG Z590 TOMAHAWK WIFI/ MAG Z590 TORPEDO motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code.
Preparing Tools and Components
Intel® LGA1200 CPU
CPU Fan
Chassis
DDR4 Memory
Power Supply Unit |
Graphics Card |
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Thermal Paste
SATA Hard Disk Drive |
SATA DVD Drive |
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Phillips Screwdriver |
A Package of Screws |
Quick Start 1
Safety Information
∙∙The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly.
∙∙Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
∙∙Hold the motherboard by the edges to avoid touching sensitive components. ∙∙It is recommended to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when
handling the motherboard to prevent electrostatic damage. If an ESD wrist strap is not available, discharge yourself of static electricity by touching another metal object before handling the motherboard.
∙∙Store the motherboard in an electrostatic shielding container or on an anti-static pad whenever the motherboard is not installed.
∙∙Before turning on the computer, ensure that there are no loose screws or metal components on the motherboard or anywhere within the computer case.
∙∙Do not boot the computer before installation is completed. This could cause permanent damage to the components as well as injury to the user.
∙∙If you need help during any installation step, please consult a certified computer technician.
∙∙Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.
∙∙Keep this user guide for future reference. ∙∙Keep this motherboard away from humidity.
∙∙Make sure that your electrical outlet provides the same voltage as is indicated on the PSU, before connecting the PSU to the electrical outlet.
∙∙Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord.
∙∙All cautions and warnings on the motherboard should be noted.
∙∙If any of the following situations arises, get the motherboard checked by service personnel:
▪▪Liquid has penetrated into the computer.
▪▪The motherboard has been exposed to moisture.
▪▪The motherboard does not work well or you can not get it work according to user guide.
▪▪The motherboard has been dropped and damaged. ▪▪The motherboard has obvious sign of breakage.
∙∙Do not leave this motherboard in an environment above 60°C (140°F), it may damage the motherboard.
2 Quick Start
Case stand-off notification
Before installing the motherboard into the case, install first the necessary mounting stand-off required for a motherboard on the mounting plate in the case.
To prevent damage to the motherboard, any unnecessary mounting stand-off between the motherboard circuits and the computer case is prohibited. The Case standoff keep out zone signs will be marked on the backside of motherboard (as shown below) to serve as a warning to user.
Quick Start 3
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4 Quick Start
Installing DDR4 memory
http://youtu.be/T03aDrJPyQs
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Quick Start 5
Connecting the Front Panel Header
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6 Quick Start
Installing the Motherboard
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https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc
Torque: |
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3 kgf·cm* |
BAT1
*3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in
Quick Start 7
Connecting the Power Connectors
http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
PCIE_PWR1
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR2
CPU_PWR1
8 Quick Start
Installing SATA Drives
http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc |
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Quick Start 9
Installing a Graphics Card
http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
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10 Quick Start
Connecting Peripheral Devices
∙∙MAG Z590 TOMAHAWK WIFI
Quick Start 11
∙∙MAG Z590 TORPEDO |
12 Quick Start
Power On
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Quick Start 13
Contents |
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Quick Start.............................................................................................................. |
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Preparing Tools and Components.......................................................................... |
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Safety Information................................................................................................... |
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Case stand-off notification...................................................................................... |
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Installing a Processor............................................................................................. |
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Installing DDR4 memory......................................................................................... |
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Connecting the Front Panel Header....................................................................... |
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Installing the Motherboard..................................................................................... |
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Connecting the Power Connectors......................................................................... |
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Installing SATA Drives............................................................................................. |
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Installing a Graphics Card.................................................................................... |
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Connecting Peripheral Devices............................................................................. |
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Power On............................................................................................................... |
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Specifications....................................................................................................... |
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Package contents................................................................................................. |
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Block Diagram ..................................................................................................... |
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Rear I/O Panel...................................................................................................... |
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LAN Port LED Status Table................................................................................... |
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Audio Ports Configuration..................................................................................... |
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Realtek Audio Console.......................................................................................... |
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Overview of Components..................................................................................... |
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CPU Socket............................................................................................................ |
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DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ |
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PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... |
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JAUD1: Front Audio Connector............................................................................. |
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M2_1~3: M.2 Slots (Key M).................................................................................... |
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SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors....................................................................... |
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JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... |
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JDASH1 : Tuning Controller connector................................................................ |
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CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1, PCIE_PWR1: Power Connectors.............................. |
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JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connector............................................................ |
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JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector......................................................................... |
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JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. |
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JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... |
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CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors.................................. |
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JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... |
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JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... |
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JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector....................................................... |
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JRGB1~2: RGB LED connector............................................................................. |
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JRAINBOW1~2: Addressable RGB LED connectors............................................. |
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Onboard LEDs....................................................................................................... |
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EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... |
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LED_SW1: EZ LED Control.................................................................................... |
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Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center.................................................................... |
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Installing Windows® 10.......................................................................................... |
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Installing Drivers................................................................................................... |
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MSI Center............................................................................................................. |
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UEFI BIOS............................................................................................................. |
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BIOS Setup............................................................................................................ |
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Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. |
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BIOS User Guide.................................................................................................... |
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Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... |
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Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... |
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RAID Configuration.............................................................................................. |
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Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration............................................................... |
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Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. |
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Contents 15
Specifications
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∙∙Supports 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors, 11th Gen |
CPU |
Intel® Core™ Processors, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® |
Processors* |
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∙∙Processor socket LGA1200 |
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* Please go to intel.com for compatibility information. |
Chipset |
Intel® Z590 Chipset |
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∙∙4x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 128GB* |
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∙∙Supports 1R 2133/ 2666/ 2933 MHz for 10th Gen Intel® |
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CPU (by JEDEC & POR) |
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∙∙Supports 1R 2133/ 2666/ 2933/ 3200 MHz for 11th Gen |
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Intel® CPU (by JEDEC & POR) |
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∙∙Max overclocking frequency: |
Memory |
▪▪1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5333 MHz |
▪▪1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4700+ MHz |
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▪▪2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4400+ MHz |
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▪▪2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz |
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∙∙Supports Dual-Channel mode |
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∙∙Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory |
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∙∙Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) |
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* Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory. |
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∙∙2x PCIe x16 slots |
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▪▪PCI_E1 (From CPU) |
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▫▫Support up to PCIe 4.0 for 11th Gen Intel® CPU |
Expansion Slot |
▫▫Support up to PCIe 3.0 for 10th Gen Intel® CPU |
▪▪PCI_E3 (From Z590 chipset) |
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▫▫Support up to PCIe 3.0 x4 |
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∙∙2x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots (From Z590 chipset) |
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* PCI_E3 will run at x1 speed when installing device in PCI_E2 slot. |
Multi-GPU |
∙∙Supports 2-Way AMD® CrossFire™ Technology |
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∙∙1x HDMI 2.0b with HDR port, supports a maximum |
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Onboard Graphics |
∙∙1x DisplayPort 1.4 port, supports a maximum resolution of |
4K 60Hz*/** |
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** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed. |
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∙∙6x SATA 6Gb/s ports (From Z590 chipset) |
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∙∙3x M.2 slots (Key M) |
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▪▪M2_1 slot (From CPU) |
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▫▫Available only on 11th Gen Intel® CPU |
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▫▫Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 |
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▫▫Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices |
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▪▪M2_2* & M2_3** slot (From Z590 chipset) |
▫▫Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 |
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▫▫Supports SATA up to 6Gb/s |
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▫▫Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices |
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▫▫Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready*** |
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∙∙Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology for Intel |
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Core™ processors |
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* SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_2 slot. |
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** SATA5 & SATA6 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SSD in the M2_3 slot. |
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*** Before using Intel® Optane™ memory modules, please ensure that you have |
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updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI website. |
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∙∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA |
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∙∙Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 PCIe storage devices |
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∙∙Intel® Z590 Chipset |
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▪▪1x USB3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps Type-C port on the back |
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▪▪2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (1 Type-C internal |
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▪▪6x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (4 Type-A ports on the |
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▪▪1x USB 2.0 Type-A port on the back panel |
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∙∙Hub-GL850G |
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▪▪5x USB 2.0 ports (1 Type-A port on the back panel, 4 |
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Type-A ports available through internal connectors) |
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Audio |
Realtek® ALC4080 Codec |
∙∙7.1-Channel High Definition Audio |
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∙∙Supports S/PDIF output |
LAN |
∙∙1x Intel® I225-V 2.5Gbps LAN controller |
∙∙1x Intel® I219-V 1Gbps LAN controller (For MAG Z590 |
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TORPEDO only) |
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∙∙Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX210 |
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∙∙The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E |
Wireless LAN |
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∙∙Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz* |
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& Bluetooth® |
(160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps |
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TOMAHAWK WIFI |
∙∙Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax |
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∙∙Supports Bluetooth® 5.2**, FIPS, FISMA |
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* Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz may depend on every country’s regulations and will be ready in |
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WIN10 21H1. |
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** Bluetooth 5.2 will be ready in WIN10 21H1. |
18 Specifications
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∙∙1x 24-pin ATX main power connector |
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∙∙1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector |
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∙∙1x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector |
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∙∙1x 6-pin PCIE power connector |
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∙∙6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors |
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∙∙3x M.2 slots (M-Key) |
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∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port |
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∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 |
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USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports) |
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∙∙2x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (supports additional 4 USB |
Internal Connectors |
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∙∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector |
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∙∙1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector |
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∙∙6x 4-pin system fan connectors |
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∙∙1x Front panel audio connector |
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∙∙2x System panel connectors |
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∙∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector |
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∙∙1x TPM module connector |
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∙∙1x Clear CMOS jumper |
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∙∙1x TBT connector (supports RTD3) |
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∙∙1x Tuning Controller connector |
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∙∙ 1x EZ LED Control switch |
LED Features |
∙∙ 2x 4-pin RGB LED connectors |
∙∙ 2x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors |
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∙∙ 4x EZ Debug LED |
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