MSI PRO Z690-A DDR5 ATX Motherboard

BUSINESS ELEGANCE REDEFINED Meet the Pro Z690 A; here to support the very latest 12th Generation Intel processors; boasting the brand new Intel 1700 LGA. The MSI Z690 Pro-A is perfect for both daily users and performance enthusiasts and is filled with the latest technologies including; the very latest 5th generation PCI-e solution DDR5 memory support huge storage options with 4x m.2 slots (3x PCIe Gen4x4 1x PCIe Gen3x4) lightning 20G USB connectivity Core and; DDR5 Memory boosts extended heatsink design M.2 thermal solution Ez debug LEDs Frozr AI cooling and a fully comprehensive rear I/O. These features combined deliver an efficient and productive experience optimised for professional workflows. If your looking to take your productivity to the next level do it with MSI PRO series motherboards. CORE BOOST TECHNOLOGY Combining 2x 8 pin power connectors and premium layout design that is ready for unleashing the maximum performance. DIGITAL PWM High quality digital power IC ensures your system runs smoothly even under extreme loads. 6 LAYER PCB 6 layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability with zero compromise. PCIE STEEL ARMOR Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI for better performance stability and strength. 2.5G NETWORK SOLUTION Featuring premium 2.5G LAN with LAN manager delivering a better network experience. LIGHTNING USB 20G Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port offers the 20Gbps transmission speed 4X faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1. MEMORY BOOST The fully isolated DDR circuit to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming and overclocking performance. ALL-NEW PCI-E 5.0 The latest Gen 5 PCI-E slots with up to 128GB/s bandwidth for maximum transfer speed. M.2 SHIELD FROZR Strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling making them run faster. PUMP FAN SUPPORT Control watercooling pump speeds for best flow and noise control. ENLARGED HEATSINK MSI extended PWM heatsink and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors can run at full speed. 14 + 1 + 1 DUET RAIL POWER SYSTEM Unleash squeeze and sustain maximum CPU performance with concurrent stable power delivery and aggressive VRM design Combining 2x 8-pin power connectors and exclusive MSI Core Boost technology Pro Z690-A motherboards are ready to sustain heavy daily loads. EXTENDED HEATSINK This all metal extended heatsink increases the overall available surface area of heat dissipation ensuring that heat is removed quickly and efficiently from your motherboard allowing your CPU to take on the highest of demands. LIGHTNING GEN 4 M.2 WITH M.2 SHIELD FROZR Cooling your NVMe SSD reduces throttling which results in higher overall storage performance. MSI Motherboards feature exclusive Frozr technology offering some the best thermal protection available on the market. WELCOME DDR5 MEMORY A huge step forwards for DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combined with a dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology PRO Z690-A is ready to deliver world class performance. LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E MSI Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E takes the theoretical bandwidth of a x16 interface to whopping 128GB/s which is double of the speed of the previous generation. The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) PCI-E slot reduces any interference and electrical noise fully supporting the higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds of PCI-E 5.0 signal. MSI STEEL PCIE ARMOUR MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points are capable of supporting even the weight of the heaviest graphics cards. Plus when every advantage in games counts Steel Armor protects the point