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Micro-ATX motherboard with black PCB, silver heatsinks and rear I/O shield

MSI

MSI MPG Z490M GAMING EDGE WIFI LGA 1200 Intel Motherboard

SKU CH-WV1Y-8DMW9

Micro-ATX Z490 board for LGA 1200 CPUs with 4 DDR4 slots up to 128 GB, dual M.2, 2.5 Gb LAN and 7.1 audio

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1200
  • CPU TypeSupports 10th Gen Intel Core and Pentium Gold / Celeron proc
  • ChipsetIntel Z490
  • Onboard Video ChipsetSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic: 1 x HDMI port
  • Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Memory StandardSupports 1R 2933/ 2666/ 2133 MHz* 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 48
  • Supports 10th Gen Intel Core processors via LGA 1200 socket
  • Intel Z490 chipset enables dual-channel DDR4 up to 4800+ MHz
  • Four DDR4 slots accept up to 128 GB total memory
  • Two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots run at x16/x0 or x8/x8
  • 5 Gbps LAN plus 7.1-channel Realtek ALC1220 audio

Micro-ATX Z490 board for 10th Gen Intel Core

This micro-ATX motherboard uses the Intel Z490 chipset and an LGA 1200 socket to support 10th Generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors. Four DDR4 slots accept up to 128 GB of memory in dual-channel mode. Two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots and two PCIe 3.0 x1 slots provide expansion room inside smaller cases.

Sustained load behaviour

The 2.5 Gbps Realtek RTL8125B LAN controller maintains high throughput during long file transfers without the thermal throttling seen on lesser 1 Gbps implementations. Realtek ALC1220 audio delivers stable 7.1-channel output during extended gaming sessions. The board's VRM layout handles continuous all-core workloads on supported CPUs while onboard video outputs remain active only when the installed processor includes integrated graphics.

Compatibility checks before ordering

Verify that your CPU cooler clears the micro-ATX VRM heatsink area and that the case provides the standard mounting points for this form factor. Confirm the power supply includes both a 24-pin ATX connector and an 8-pin EPS connector for the CPU. Remember that populating M2_1 with a SATA M.2 drive disables the SATA2 port, and F-series processors leave the HDMI and DisplayPort outputs inactive.

Highlights

  • Supports 10th Gen Intel Core processors via LGA 1200 socket
  • Intel Z490 chipset enables dual-channel DDR4 up to 4800+ MHz
  • Four DDR4 slots accept up to 128 GB total memory
  • Two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots run at x16/x0 or x8/x8
  • 5 Gbps LAN plus 7.1-channel Realtek ALC1220 audio

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelMPG Z490M GAMING EDGE WIFI
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1200
CPU TypeSupports 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.
ChipsetIntel Z490
Onboard Video ChipsetSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic:
1 x HDMI port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @30Hz
1 x DisplayPort, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2304 @60Hz
Maximum shared memory is 1GB
Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR4)
Memory StandardSupports 1R 2933/ 2666/ 2133 MHz*
1DPC 1R Max speed up to 4800+ MHz
1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4266+ MHz
2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4400+ MHz
2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
* Please refer www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory
Maximum Memory Supported128GB
Channel SupportedDual Channel
PCI Express 3.0 x162 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, support x16/ x0 or x8/ x8 mode
PCI Express x12 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
Serial ATA (SATA)4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 1
1. SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
M.22 x M.2 slots (Key M)
Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
M2_1 slot supports 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices1
M2_2 slot supports 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
1. SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
Intel Optane ReadyIntel Optane Memory Ready*
* Before using Intel Optane memory modules, please ensure that you have updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI website.
SATA RAID0/1/5/10
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC1220
Audio Channels7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
LAN ChipsetRealtek RTL8125B
Max LAN Speed2.5Gbps
Wireless LANIntel 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
BluetoothYes
Onboard USB1 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 Connectors1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector
1 x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
3 x 4-pin system fan connectors
1 x Front panel audio connector
2 x System panel connectors
1 x Chassis Intrusion connector
2 x 4-pin RGB LED connector
2 x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
1 x Serial port connector
1 x TPM module connector
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Form FactorMicro ATX
LED LightingRGB
Dimensions (W x L)9.6" x 9.6"
Power Pin1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
FeaturesSupports 10th Gen Intel Core / Pentium Celeron processors for LGA 1200 socket
Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 4800(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
Premium Thermal Solution: Aluminum Cover with Extended Heatsink Design and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop 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 secu

Questions about this item

How hot or loud does the MPG Z490M GAMING EDGE WIFI run under all-day load?

The board uses a 12+1+1 phase power design with extended heatsinks and M.2 Shield Frozr to keep VRM and SSD temperatures low during sustained workloads, while fan headers support PWM and DC control for quiet cooling curves.

What must I already own for this LGA 1200 micro-ATX board to post and boot?

You need a 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold or Celeron processor for LGA 1200, at least one DDR4 DIMM up to 4800+ MHz in 1DPC 1R config, an ATX 24-pin plus 8-pin EPS power supply, and a graphics card if using an F-series CPU without integrated graphics.

Will my existing SATA SSDs and PCIe 3.0 add-in cards work alongside the new Z490 chipset?

Four SATA 6Gb/s ports support current SSDs and HDDs, though SATA2 disables when an M.2 SATA drive occupies the M2_1 slot; two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots run at x16/x0 or x8/x8 and two PCIe 3.0 x1 slots accept legacy expansion cards without bandwidth conflicts.

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