MSI MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK User manual

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MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI
MAG Z690 TORPEDO
Motherboard
User Guide
Benutzerhandbuch
Manuel d’utilisation
Руководство пользователя
取扱説明書
사용 명서
使用手冊
使用手册

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English
Deutsch
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󴂬󴋈󸓦
󽍎󺭟󼎦
󶱻󺄷󱛉󳿶
󶠊󱢈󱛉󳿶

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Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® 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.
Kurzanleitung
Danke, dass Sie das MSI® Motherboard gewählt haben. Dieser Abschnitt der
Kurzanleitung bietet eine Demo zur Installation Ihres Computers. Manche
Installationen bieten auch die Videodemonstrationen. Klicken Sie auf die URL, um
diese Videoanleitung mit Ihrem Browser auf Ihrem Handy oder Table anzusehen. Oder
scannen Sie auch den QR Code mit Ihrem Handy, um die URL zu öffnen.
Présentation rapide
Merci d’avoir choisi la carte mère MSI®. Ce manuel fournit une rapide présentation
avec des illustrations explicatives qui vous aideront à assembler votre ordinateur.
Des tutoriels vidéo sont disponibles pour certaines étapes. Cliquez sur le lien fourni
pour regarder la vidéo sur votre téléphone ou votre tablette. Vous pouvez également
accéder au lien en scannant le QR code qui lui est associé.

Благодарим вас за покупку материнской платы MSI®. В этом разделе представлена
информация, которая поможет вам при сборке комьютера. Для некоторых этапов
сборки имеются видеоинструкции. Для просмотра видео, необходимо открыть
соответствующую ссылку в веб-браузере на вашем телефоне или планшете. Вы
также можете выполнить переход по ссылке, путем сканирования QR-кода.
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この度は MSI® マザーボードをお買い上げいただき、誠にありがとうございます。このクイッ
クスタートにはPCの組み立て方法のデモンストレーション図を掲載しています。いくつかの
組み立て手順に付きましては、実演ビデオを提供しています。スマートフォンやタブレット端
末のウェブブラウザで本書に記載されたURLにアクセスしてご覧ください。QRコードをスキ
ャンすることでもURLのリンク先をご参照頂けます。
󼸧󼂖󼺲󽂪
MSI® 메인보드를 선택해주셔서 감사합니다. 이 부분에서는 컴퓨터를 설치하는 방법에 대한
데모 다이어그램과 일부 데모 동영상을 제공하고 있습니다. 휴대전화 또는 태블릿의 웹
브라우저를 통하여 URL에 링크한 후 설치 동영상을 감상하시기 바랍니다. 또는 QR 코드를
스캔하여 URL에 링크할 수도 있습니다.
󳙔󸹄󳮜󳓜
感謝您購買 MSI® 主機板。本快速指引章節提供您安裝電腦的示範圖解，亦提供部分組件
的安裝示範影片；請您以智慧型手機或平板的瀏覽器連上 URL 網址進行觀看。您也可以
掃描 QR code 的方式快速連接至網址。
󳙔󸹄󱰩󹢚
感谢您购买 MSI® 主板。本快速入门部分提供了有关如何安装计算机演示图。某些设施还
提供了视频演示。请使用您的手机或平板电脑上的网页浏览器链接至网址观看。您也可以
通过扫描QR码链接到URL。

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Installing a Processor/ Installation des Prozessors/ Installer un
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Installing DDR5 memory/ Installation des DDR5-Speichers/
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https://youtu.be/XiNmkDNZcZk
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DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
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HDD LED
RESET SW
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED -
HDD LED +
POWER LED -
POWER LED +
POWER LED
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2 10
9
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Power LED
HDD LED Reset Switch
Reserved
Power Switch
JFP1
1 HDD LED + 2 Power LED +
3HDD LED - 4Power LED -
5 Reset Switch 6 Power Switch
7 Reset Switch 8 Power Switch
9 Reserved 10 No Pin
RESET SW
POWER SW
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
HDD LED
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Installing the Motherboard/ Installation des Motherboards/
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https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc
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BAT1
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Torque:
3 kgf·cm*
*3 kgf·cm
= 0.3 N·m
= 2.6 lbf·in

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󼳖󺼗󼼢󼏢󺪢󽍊󺰢󳳨󱚗󹩚󴽦󳲞󹲋󸶚󳲞󵭳󴽦󳲞󲤆
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ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1
CPU_PWR2

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󸶚󳲞󲣏󲕙󸜧󲢮
(MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI)

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Safety Information................................................................................................. 3
Case stand-off notification ..................................................................................... 4
Avoid collision notification...................................................................................... 4
Specifications......................................................................................................... 5
Package contents ................................................................................................ 12
Rear I/O Panel ..................................................................................................... 13
LAN Port LED Status Table .................................................................................. 13
Audio Ports Configuration.................................................................................... 13
Realtek Audio Console ......................................................................................... 14
 .................................................................................... 17
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 18
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 19
PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 20
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... 20
M2_1~4: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 21
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors....................................................................... 25
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 25
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors................................................... 26
JDASH1 : Tuning Controller connector................................................................ 27
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 27
JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connector............................................................ 28
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector ........................................................................ 28
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 29
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 29
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors.................................. 30
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 31
JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector ...................................................... 31
JRGB1: RGB LED connector................................................................................. 32
JRAINBOW1~3: Addressable RGB LED connectors ............................................ 33
Onboard LEDs...................................................................................................... 34
EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... 34
LED_SW1: EZ LED Control................................................................................... 34
English

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.................................................................... 35
Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11..................................................................... 35
Installing Drivers .................................................................................................. 35
MSI Center............................................................................................................ 35
............................................................................................................. 36
BIOS Setup............................................................................................................ 37
Entering BIOS Setup............................................................................................. 37
BIOS User Guide ................................................................................................... 37
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 38
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 38

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Safety Information
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.

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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.
Avoid collision notification
Protective paint is printed around each screw hole to prevent parts from being
scratched.

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Specifications
Specifications
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Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors, Pentium®
Gold and Celeron® Processors
Processor socket LGA1700
* Please go to www.msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors
are released.
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Memory
4x DDR5 memory slots, supporting up to 128GB*
Supports 1R 4800 MHz (by JEDEC & POR)
Max. overclocking frequency:
1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
1DPC 2R Max speed up to 5400+ MHz
2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
Supports Intel® XMP 3.0 OC
Supports Dual Controller Dual-Channel mode
Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
* Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.
Expansion Slot
3x PCIe x16 slots
PCI_E1 (From CPU)
Support up to PCIe 5.0 x16
PCI_E3 (From Z690 chipset)
Support up to PCIe 3.0 x4
PCI_E4 (From Z690 chipset)
Support up to PCIe 3.0 x1
1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (From Z690 chipset)
 Supports AMD CrossFire™ Technology
Onboard Graphics
1x HDMI 2.1 with HDR port, supporting a maximum
resolution of 4K 60Hz*/**
1x DisplayPort 1.4 port with HBR3, supporting a maximum
resolution of 4K 60Hz*/**
* Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics.
** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
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Storage
6x SATA 6Gb/s ports (From Z690 chipset)
4x M.2 slots (Key M)
M2_1 slot (From CPU)
Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
M2_2 slot (From Z690 chipset)
Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
M2_3 slot (From Z690 chipset)
Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4
Supports up to SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
M2_4 slot (From Z690 chipset)
Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
Supports up to SATA 6Gb/s
Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
M2_2~4 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
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Intel® Z690 Chipset
1x USB3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps Type-C port on the back
panel
4x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (1 Type-C internal
connector, 3 Type-A ports on the back panel)
4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (2 Type-A ports on the
back panel, 2 ports through the internal connector)
1x USB 2.0 Type-A port on the back panel
Hub-GL850G
5x USB 2.0 ports (1 Type-A port on the back panel, 4
Type-A ports available through internal connectors)
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Audio
Realtek® ALC4080 Codec
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
LAN 1x Intel® I225V 2.5Gbps LAN controller
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(For MAG Z690
TOMAHAWK WIFI)
Intel® Wi-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.
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1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
4x M.2 slots (M-Key)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports)
2x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (supports additional 4 USB
2.0 ports)
1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
6x 4-pin system fan connectors
1x Front panel audio connector
2x System panel connectors
1x Chassis Intrusion connector
1x TPM module connector
1x Clear CMOS jumper
1x TBT connector (supports RTD3)
1x Tuning Controller connector
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LED Features
1x EZ LED Control switch
 1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
 3x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
4x EZ Debug LED
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1x DisplayPort port
1x HDMI port
1x Flash BIOS button
2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
2x USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps Type-A ports
1x LAN I225V port
3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A port
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port
2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors (For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK
WIFI)
5x Audio jacks
1x Optical S/PDIF Out connector
 NUVOTON NCT6687-R Controller Chip

CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection
CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection
CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed control
Form Factor ATX Form Factor
12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
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1x 256 Mb flash
UEFI AMI BIOS
ACPI 6.4, SMBIOS 3.4
Multi-language
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