MSI MB Sc LGA1700 MEG Z690I UNIFY, Intel Z690, 2xDDR5, 1xDP, 1xHDMI, WI-FI, mini-ITX

MEG Z690I UNIFY

• Supports 12th Gen Intel Core™ / Pentium Celeron processors for LGA 1700 socket
• Supports DDR5 Memory, Dual Channel DDR5-6800+MHz(OC)
• Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports: Thunderbolt USB-C at true 40 Gb/s speeds, 8K display support, Daisy-Chaining and Multi-Port Accessory Architecture provide reliable connectivity and better user experience.
• Dedicated for Extreme OC: The top-notch R&D design and exclusive 2 DIMM solution for an even clearer DDR5 memory signal to explore the boundaries of memory overclocking, deliver the world class memory performance.
• Extreme Power Design: Premium digital PWM, direct 10+1+1 phases with 105A Smart Power Stage and Titanium Choke III to unleash the true power of your processors.
• Triple M.2 Connectors : Onboard triple M.2 connectors for the maximum storage performance with dual Lightning Gen 4 solution.
• Outstanding Cooling Solution: Frozr Heatsink, VRM Heat-pipe, Aluminum Cover, M.2 Shield Frozr and Aluminum Backplate ensure the extreme performance with low temp.
• 2.5G LAN with latest Wi-Fi 6E: Onboard 2.5G LAN with LAN manager and latest Wi-Fi 6E solution which supports 6GHz spectrum delivering the best online gaming experience.
• 12 Layer Server Grade PCB Design: Provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability without any compromise.
• Audio Boost 5: Isolated audio with a high quality ALC4080 audio processor & amp for the most immersive gaming experience.

PROCESSOR

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

CHIPSET

Intel Z690 Chipset

MEMORY

2x DDR5 memory slots, supporting up to 64GB *
Supports 1R 4800 MHz (by JEDEC & POR)
Max. overclocking frequency:
1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6800+ MHz
1DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz
Supports Intel XMP 3.0 OC
Supports Dual Controller Dual-Channel mode
Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
*Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.

EXPANSION SLOTS

1x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (From CPU)

ONBOARD GRAPHICS

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

THUNDERBOLT™ 4

Intel JHL8540 Thunderbolt™ 4 Controller
2x Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB-C) ports on the back panel
Supports up to 40Gbps transfer rate with Thunderbolt devices
Supports up to 20Gbps transfer rate with USB4 devices
Supports up to 10Gbps transfer rate with USB 3.2 devices
Supports up to 5V/3A ,15W power charging
Each port can daisy-chain up to three Thunderbolt 4 devices or five Thunderbolt 3 devices
Supports up to 8K display (need to connect the DisplayPort of the motherboard or discrete graphics card to the Mini DisplayPort Input port on the back panel)

STORAGE

4x SATA 6Gb/s ports (From Z690 chipset)
3x M.2 slots (Key M)
M2_1 slot (From CPU)
Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
Supports 2280 storage devices
M2_2 slot (From Z690 chipset)
M2_2 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4
Supports up to SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2280 storage devices
M2_3 slot (From Z690 chipset)
M2_3 supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
Supports 2280 storage devices
M2_2~3 slots support Intel Optane™ Memory
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology for Intel Core™ processors

RAID

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

USB

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

AUDIO

Realtek ALC4080 Codec
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio

LAN

1x Inte I225V 2.5Gbps LAN controller

WIRELESS LAN & BLUETOOTH

IntelWi-Fi 6E
The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz *(160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax
Supports Bluetooth 5.2**, FIPS, FISMA
*Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz may depend on every country’s regulations and will be ready in Windows 10 build 21H1 and Windows 11.
**Bluetooth 5.2 will be ready in Windows 10 build 21H1 and Windows 11.

INTERNAL CONNECTORS

1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
3x M.2 slots (M-Key)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C connector
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
1x USB 2.0 connector (supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports)
1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
1x 4-pin system fan connector
1x Front panel audio connector
1x System panel connector
1x Chassis Intrusion connector
1x TPM module connector

LED FEATURE

4x EZ Debug LED
1x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors

BACK PANEL CONNECTORS

DisplayPort
USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps (Type-A)
2.5G LAN
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
Thunderbolt 4 40Gbps (Type-C)
HD Audio Connectors
Clear CMOS Button
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen2 10Gbps (Type-A)
Mini DisplayPort Input (for Thunderbolt passthrough)
MEG X570 ACE

DIMENSIONS

6.7 in. x 6.7 in. [17.0 cm x 17.0 cm]
Mini-ITX Form Factor