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Rectangular ATX motherboard with black carbon-fibre pattern finish and silver heatsinks

MSI

MSI MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI Intel motherboard

SKU CH-M2RB-KA1ZW

Supports 12th Gen Intel processors on LGA 1700 with DDR5 memory up to 128GB and 2.5Gbps LAN

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1700
  • CPU TypeSupports 12th Gen Intel Core™, Pentium Gold and Celeron Proc
  • ChipsetIntel Z690
  • Memory StandardSupports dual-channel DDR5 5200 (OC) MHz memory
  • Maximum Memory Supported128GB
  • PCI Slots3x PCIe x16 slots PCI_E1 & PCI_E2 slots (From CPU) Support P
  • Supports 12th Gen Intel Core processors on LGA 1700 socket
  • Dual-channel DDR5 memory up to 5200 MHz with 128 GB maximum capacity
  • Three PCIe x16 slots including PCIe 5.0 support from CPU
  • 5 Gbps Intel I225V LAN plus USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20 Gbps Type-C
  • Realtek ALC4080 codec delivers 7.1-channel high-definition audio with S/PDIF output

LGA 1700 ATX motherboard for 12th Gen Intel Core

The MSI MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI is an ATX motherboard built on the Intel Z690 chipset for LGA 1700 processors. It supports 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron CPUs. Dual-channel DDR5 memory runs up to 5200 MHz overclocked with a maximum capacity of 128 GB. The board provides three PCIe x16 slots and a 2.5 Gbps LAN controller.

Suits DDR5 builders needing high-speed I/O

Enthusiasts building with 12th Gen Intel processors and DDR5 memory will match the socket and chipset. The rear panel includes a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20 Gbps Type-C port and six USB 3.2 Gen 2 10 Gbps ports. Users who require a smaller form factor should choose a different board.

DDR5 5200 MHz overclocked memory ceiling

The memory standard defines the practical speed limit for this platform. Dual-channel DDR5 5200 (OC) MHz sets the highest supported data rate, so kit selection must align with this figure. Populating all four slots to reach 128 GB may require looser timings or lower frequencies.

Highlights

  • Supports 12th Gen Intel Core processors on LGA 1700 socket
  • Dual-channel DDR5 memory up to 5200 MHz with 128 GB maximum capacity
  • Three PCIe x16 slots including PCIe 5.0 support from CPU
  • 5 Gbps Intel I225V LAN plus USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20 Gbps Type-C
  • Realtek ALC4080 codec delivers 7.1-channel high-definition audio with S/PDIF output

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesMSI MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI
ModelMSI MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1700
CPU TypeSupports 12th Gen Intel Core™, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Processor socket LGA1700
ChipsetIntel Z690
Memory StandardSupports dual-channel DDR5 5200 (OC) MHz memory
Maximum Memory Supported128GB
PCI Slots3x PCIe x16 slots
PCI_E1 & PCI_E2 slots (From CPU)
Support PCIe 5.0
Support x16/ x0, x8/ x8
PCI_E3 slot (From Z690 Chipset)
Supports PCIe 3.0 x4
SATA RAID5XM.2 interface, 6xSATA III interface
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC4080 Codec
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
LAN Chipset1x Intel I225V 2.5Gbps LAN controller
Onboard USBIntel Z690 Chipset
1x USB3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps Type-C port on the back panel
6x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (5 Type-A ports on the back panel, 1 Type-C available through the internal connector)
2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports available through the internal connector
4 USB 2.0 ports on the back panel
USB Hub-GL850G
4x USB 2.0 ports available through internal connectors

Questions about this item

What case and cooler clearance does the ATX board with the LGA 1700 socket need?

The board follows the ATX form factor and uses the LGA 1700 socket, so it fits any ATX case and works with coolers rated for that socket mounting pattern.

Which power connectors must be seated before the first boot?

Connect the 24-pin ATX supply and the CPU 8-pin (or 4+4-pin) cable; the board will not post if either is missing or only partially inserted.

When should the included CMOS battery be replaced on this motherboard?

Replace the supplied coin cell when the system loses BIOS settings or the clock resets after power loss, typically after several years of use.

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