MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI User manual

MPG Z790 EDGE WIFI
Motherboard
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Contents
Quick Start..................................................................................................................... 3
Specifications.............................................................................................................. 15
Special Features......................................................................................................... 20
Package Contents ...................................................................................................... 21
Back Panel Connectors ............................................................................................. 22
LAN Port LED Status Table .................................................................................. 23
Audio Jacks Connection ....................................................................................... 23
Installing Antennas............................................................................................... 25
Overview of Components........................................................................................... 26
CPU Socket ........................................................................................................... 27
DIMM Slots............................................................................................................ 28
PCI_E1~3: PCIe Expansion Slots.......................................................................... 29
M2_1~5: M.2 Slots (Key M) ................................................................................... 29
SATA_1, SATA_5~6, SATA_7~8 & SATA_A1~A2: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors.......... 38
JAUD1: Front Audio Connector ............................................................................ 39
JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors................................................................... 39
JDASH1 : Tuning Controller Connector ............................................................... 40
JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector....................................................................... 40
CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors................................................... 41
JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
Front Panel Connector ........................................ 42
JUSB3: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector ........................................................................ 42
JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Connectors............................................................................. 43
JTPM1: TPM Module Connector........................................................................... 43
JOC_FS1: Safe Boot Jumper................................................................................ 44
JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector ...................................................... 44
CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors.................................. 45
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper........................................................... 46
BAT1: CMOS Battery............................................................................................. 46
JRGB1: RGB LED Connector ................................................................................ 47
JARGB_V2_1~3: A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED Connectors ........................ 48
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Onboard LEDs............................................................................................................. 50
EZ Debug LED....................................................................................................... 50
JPWRLED1: LED Power Input .............................................................................. 50
LED_SW1: EZ LED Control................................................................................... 50
Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center.......................................................................... 51
MSI Center............................................................................................................ 53
UEFI BIOS.................................................................................................................... 54
BIOS Setup............................................................................................................ 55
Resetting BIOS...................................................................................................... 56
Updating BIOS....................................................................................................... 56

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Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing a new motherboard from MSI®. 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.
Preparing Tools and Components
Intel® LGA1700 CPU LGA1700 CPU Fan
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste
DDR5 Memory

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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
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Case stand-off notification
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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Installing a Processor
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∙https://youtu.be/KMf9oIDsGes
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Installing DDR5 memory
DIMMA2 DIMMA2
DIMMB2
DIMMA1
DIMMA2
DIMMB1
DIMMB2
∙https://youtu.be/XiNmkDNZcZk
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HDD LED
RESET SW
Connecting the Front Panel Header
∙http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI
JFP1
HDD LED HDD LED -
HDD LED +
POWER LED -
POWER LED +
POWER LED
RESET SW
POWER SW
POWER LED+
POWER LED-
HDD LED
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Power LED
Reserved
Power Switch
JFP1
Reset SwitchHDD LED

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BAT1
Installing the Motherboard
11∙https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc
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Torque:
3 kgf·cm*
*3 kgf·cm
= 0.3 N·m
= 2.6 lbf·in
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Connecting the Power Connectors
∙http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4
ATX_PWR1
CPU_PWR1~2
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Installing SATA Drives
∙http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc
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Installing a Graphics Card
∙http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A
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Connecting Peripheral Devices

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Power On
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Specifications
CPU
∙Supports 12th/ 13th 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.
Chipset Intel® Z790 Chipset
Memory
∙4x DDR5 memory slots, support up to 128GB*
∙Supports 1R 5600 MHz (by JEDEC & POR)
• 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 7200+ MHz
• 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6600+ MHz
• 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
• 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz
∙Supports Intel® XMP3.0 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 Slots
∙2x PCIe x16 slots
• PCI_E1 slot (From CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x16
• PCI_E3 slot (From Z790 Chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
∙1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot
• PCI_E2 slot (From Z790 Chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x1
Onboard Graphics
∙1x HDMI™ 2.1 port with HDR, supporting a maximum
resolution of 4K 60Hz*/ **
∙1x DisplayPort 1.4 port with HBR3, supporting a maximum
resolution of 8K 60Hz*/ **
* Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics.
** Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
SATA Ports
∙7x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• SATA_1, SATA_5~6 & SATA_7~8 (From Z790 chipset)
• SATA_A1~A2 (From ASM1061)
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M.2 SSD Slots
∙5x M.2 slots (Key M)
• M2_1 slot (From CPU)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices
• M2_2 & M2_5 slots (From Z790 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• M2_3* slot (From Z790 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports up to SATA 6Gb/s
• Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
• M2_4 slot (From Z790 chipset)
• Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4
• Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices
* SATA_1 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_3 slot.
RAID
∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA
storage devices*
∙Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 , RAID 5 and RAID 10 for M.2
NVMe storage devices
* SATA_A1~A2 do not support RAID function.
Audio
Realtek® ALC4080 Codec
∙7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio
∙Supports up to 32-bit/384kHz playback on front panel
∙Supports S/PDIF output
LAN ∙1x Intel® 2.5Gbps LAN controller
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Wi-Fi & Bluetooth®
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® 5.3**, 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 5.3 will be ready in Windows 10 build 21H1 and Windows 11.
Power Connectors ∙1x 24-pin ATX main power connector
∙2x 8-pin +12V power connectors
Internal USB
Connectors
∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C front panel connector
(From Z790 chipset)
∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (From Hub GL3523)
• Supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports
∙2x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (From Hub GL850G)
• Supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Fan Connectors
∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector
∙1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
∙6x 4-pin system fan connectors
System Connectors
∙1x Front panel audio connector
∙2x System panel connectors
∙1x Chassis intrusion connector
∙1x TPM module connector
∙1x Tuning controller connector
∙1x TBT connector (supports RTD3)
Switch ∙1x EZ LED Control switch
Jumpers ∙1x Clear CMOS jumper
∙1x OC safe boot jumper
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LED Features
∙1x 4-pin RGB LED connector
∙3x 3-pin ARGB Gen2 LED connectors
∙4x EZ Debug LED
∙1x LED Demo connector
Back Panel
Connectors
∙1x DisplayPort
∙1x HDMI™ port
∙1x Clear CMOS button
∙1x Flash BIOS button
∙4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps Type-A ports (From Hub GL3523)
∙4x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A ports (From Z790
chipset)
∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port (From Z790 chipset)
∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port (From Z790
chipset)
∙1x 2.5Gbps LAN (RJ45) jack
∙2x Wi-Fi antenna connectors
∙5x Audio jacks
∙1x Optical S/PDIF Out connector
I/O Controller NUVOTON NCT6687D-M Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor
∙CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection
∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed detection
∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed control
Form Factor ∙ATX Form Factor
∙9.6 in. x 12 in. (244 mm x 305 mm)
BIOS Features
∙1x 256 Mb flash
∙UEFI AMI BIOS
∙ACPI 6.4, SMBIOS 3.5
∙Multi-language
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