UK manufacturer specification · Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE
Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE motherboard, identified in the ASUS UK catalogue. Specifications below retain the manufacturer’s configuration and interface conditions.
Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.
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LGA1700 · ATX · DDR5 · board-only configuration · MSI global specification
An ATX LGA 1700 motherboard with Intel Z790: four DDR5 slots rated up to DDR5-7800+ (OC), a PCIe 5.0 x16 graphics slot, four PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots and Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet with Wi-Fi 7.
Specifications checked 21 Sept 2026.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Match the exact CPU and required BIOS as well as the physical socket.
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MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Board dimensions, not retail packaging. Check case mounting positions, clearance and cable routing.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI specifies Intel XMP 3.0. The overclocked speed is MSI's 1DPC 1R maximum; MSI lists 1DPC 2R up to 6600+, 2DPC 1R up to 6400+ and 2DPC 2R up to 5600+ MHz. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR5 slots require DDR5 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsM.2_1 connects to the CPU; M.2_2 to M.2_4 connect to the chipset. · Manufacturer specification · M2_1 accepts drives up to 22110; the other three accept drives up to 2280. Verify individual slot and drive compatibility in the manual.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Wi-Fi 7 requires supported Windows 11, drivers and access point. 6 GHz depends on country rules; Bluetooth version depends on module vendor and drivers.
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ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI's datasheet describes the audio as 8-channel (7.1) HD audio with Audio Boost 5. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed onboard audio hardware, not a measured sound-quality result. Where alternatives are listed, no particular unseen controller revision is promised.
MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — exact model datasheetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification · Exact CPU support and BIOS revision depend on the processor and the current ASUS CPU support list; the family statement is not a guarantee for every processor.
ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Check MSI's exact CPU support list and its required BIOS. Family support does not confirm the firmware installed on a retail board.
MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
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Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR5 module positions, not included modules. Consult the board manual for population order and compatible capacities.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR5 slots require DDR5 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable.
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Manufacturer specification · Onboard M.2 storage positions only. M2_1 accepts drives up to 22110; the other three accept drives up to 2280. Verify individual slot and drive compatibility in the manual.
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PCI_E1 connects to the CPU; PCI_E2 to PCI_E4 connect to the chipset. MSI lists three x16-length slots and one x1 slot. · Manufacturer specification · Electrical link widths, not a guarantee of installed-system performance. CPU and slot population restrictions apply.
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Manufacturer specification · The rear-panel inventory explicitly lists a Flash BIOS Button. CPU-free recovery procedure and USB preparation require the board manual.
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Manufacturer specification · Diagnostic indicators are not a numeric POST display or proof that a fault will be automatically repaired.
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Manufacturer specification · Board headers, not included fans or a statement of their current limits.
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Manufacturer specification · These outputs require a processor with integrated graphics. The manufacturer says graphics specifications vary with the installed CPU; this is not an independent display or GPU performance test.
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Manufacturer specification · Listed NVMe controller modes require compatible drives and array setup.
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Manufacturer specification · The stated PCI_E1 electrical link is separate from M.2 storage links. It does not establish the lane allocation of every expansion slot or measured GPU performance.
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Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables. M2_1 accepts drives up to 22110; the other three accept drives up to 2280. Verify individual slot and drive compatibility in the manual.
MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Listed SATA controller modes require compatible drives and array setup. They do not establish NVMe RAID or a data protection guarantee.
MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer combined port/header totals; these are not all rear-panel sockets. Use the connection diagram and manual to locate them.
MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — exact model datasheetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed front connectivity requires compatible case ports and cabling. These are not additional rear-panel sockets.
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Manufacturer specification · Rear port inventory only. Rated interface rates are not simultaneous measured throughput; USB-C connector shape does not establish USB4 or charging power.
MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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| Specification | ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE | MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI |
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CPU socketDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Match the exact CPU and required BIOS as well as the physical socket. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | LGA4677 | LGA1700 |
ChipsetDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Intel® W790 Chipset | Intel Z790 |
Form factor and dimensionsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Board dimensions, not retail packaging. Check case mounting positions, clearance and cable routing. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | EEB Form Factor 12 inch x 13 inch (30.5 cm x 33 cm) | ATX: 304.8 × 243.84 mm |
CPU support and BIOS requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification · Exact CPU support and BIOS revision depend on the processor and the current ASUS CPU support list; the family statement is not a guarantee for every processor. ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Check MSI's exact CPU support list and its required BIOS. Family support does not confirm the firmware installed on a retail board. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Intel® Socket LGA4677 for Xeon® W-3500/W-3400 and W-2500/W-2400 Series Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. BIOS: 512 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS | Intel Core 14th / 13th / 12th Gen, Pentium Gold and Celeron |
Listed operating systems SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI No source recorded. | Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit | Not provided |
Rear Flash BIOS button SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · The rear-panel inventory explicitly lists a Flash BIOS Button. CPU-free recovery procedure and USB preparation require the board manual. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Yes |
Memory type, slots and limitDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI MSI specifies Intel XMP 3.0. The overclocked speed is MSI's 1DPC 1R maximum; MSI lists 1DPC 2R up to 6600+, 2DPC 1R up to 6400+ and 2DPC 2R up to 5600+ MHz. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR5 slots require DDR5 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — exact model datasheet | 8 x DIMM slots, Max. 2048GB, DDR5 6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/6200(OC)/6000(OC)/5800(OC)/5600(OC)/5400(OC)/5200(OC)/5000(OC)/4800 ECC Registered Memory* 8-Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/ | 4 DDR5 DIMM slots; dual channel; up to 256 GB; up to DDR5-7800+ (OC); Intel XMP; non-ECC unbuffered |
Maximum listed memory SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR5 slots require DDR5 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 256 GB |
DIMM slots SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR5 module positions, not included modules. Consult the board manual for population order and compatible capacities. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
Storage interfaces and restrictionsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI M.2_1 connects to the CPU; M.2_2 to M.2_4 connect to the chipset. · Manufacturer specification · M2_1 accepts drives up to 22110; the other three accept drives up to 2280. Verify individual slot and drive compatibility in the manual. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Total supports 3 x M.2 slots, 2 x SlimSAS slots and 8 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* Intel® Xeon® W-3500/W-3400 Series Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)*** M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)*** Intel® W790 Chipet** M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) SlimSAS_1 port supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode NVMe device SlimSAS_2 port supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode NVMe device 8 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * Supports Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel® VROC) and Intel Volume Management Device (Intel®VMD) ** Intel® VROC Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. VROC_HW_Key is purchased separately. *** M.2_1 and M.2_2 slots will be disabled once an Intel® Xeon® W-2500/W-2400 Series Processor is installed. | 4 × M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4; M2_3/M2_4 also support SATA; 6 × SATA 6 Gb/s |
Onboard M.2 storage slots SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Onboard M.2 storage positions only. M2_1 accepts drives up to 22110; the other three accept drives up to 2280. Verify individual slot and drive compatibility in the manual. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
SATA storage ports SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables. M2_1 accepts drives up to 22110; the other three accept drives up to 2280. Verify individual slot and drive compatibility in the manual. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 6 |
SATA RAID modes SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Listed SATA controller modes require compatible drives and array setup. They do not establish NVMe RAID or a data protection guarantee. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | RAID 0/1/5/10 |
NVMe RAID modes SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Listed NVMe controller modes require compatible drives and array setup. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | RAID 0/1/5/10 |
Expansion slots and restrictions SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI No source recorded. | Intel® Xeon® W-3500/W-3400 Series Processors* 7 x PCIe 5.0 slot(s) (Seven at x16/x16/x16/x16/x16/x8/x16)** Intel® Xeon® W-2500/W-2400 Series Processors* 4 x PCIe 5.0 slot(s) (Four at x16/x16/x16/x16)** * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/). ** Please refer to the block diagrams in the Appendix for more details. - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals. | Not provided |
Primary expansion-slot link SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · The stated PCI_E1 electrical link is separate from M.2 storage links. It does not establish the lane allocation of every expansion slot or measured GPU performance. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | PCI_E1: CPU PCIe 5.0 up to x16 |
Expansion slots and electrical links SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI PCI_E1 connects to the CPU; PCI_E2 to PCI_E4 connect to the chipset. MSI lists three x16-length slots and one x1 slot. · Manufacturer specification · Electrical link widths, not a guarantee of installed-system performance. CPU and slot population restrictions apply. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 1 × PCIe 5.0 x16; 1 × PCIe 4.0 x4; 2 × PCIe 3.0 x1 |
USB ports and headers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI No source recorded. | Rear USB (Total 8 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port(s) (1 x USB Type-C®) 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®) 2 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 7 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C® ) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports | Not provided |
Rear-panel ports SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI No source recorded. | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port(s) (1 x USB Type-C) 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®) 2 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 x Type-A) 1 x VGA port 2 x Intel® dual 10Gb Ethernet ports 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port 5 x Audio jacks 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button 1 x Clear CMOS button | Not provided |
Audio interfacesDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI MSI's datasheet describes the audio as 8-channel (7.1) HD audio with Audio Boost 5. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed onboard audio hardware, not a measured sound-quality result. Where alternatives are listed, no particular unseen controller revision is promised. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — exact model datasheet | Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) - Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback* Audio Features - Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance - Rear optical S/PDIF out port - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers - Unique de-pop circuit * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio. | Realtek ALC4080 codec; 7.1-channel |
Processor-dependent display outputs SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · These outputs require a processor with integrated graphics. The manufacturer says graphics specifications vary with the installed CPU; this is not an independent display or GPU performance test. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | HDMI 2.1: up to 4K 60 Hz; DisplayPort 1.4: up to 8K 60 Hz |
Rear USB ports SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Rear port inventory only. Rated interface rates are not simultaneous measured throughput; USB-C connector shape does not establish USB4 or charging power. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 2 USB 2.0; 2 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A; 3 USB 10 Gb/s Type-A; 1 USB 20 Gb/s Type-C |
Front USB header capacity SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed front connectivity requires compatible case ports and cabling. These are not additional rear-panel sockets. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 USB 2.0; 2 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A; 1 USB 10 Gb/s Type-C |
USB port and header capacity SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer combined port/header totals; these are not all rear-panel sockets. Use the connection diagram and manual to locate them. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — exact model datasheet | Not provided | 1 × USB 20 Gb/s (1 Type-C); 4 × USB 10 Gb/s (3 Type-A + 1 Type-C); 4 × USB 5 Gb/s (4 Type-A); 6 × USB 2.0 |
Network interfaces and requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Wi-Fi 7 requires supported Windows 11, drivers and access point. 6 GHz depends on country rules; Bluetooth version depends on module vendor and drivers. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | 1 x Intel® dual 10Gb Ethernet 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard * Realtek 1Gb LAN controller is dedicated to BMC and for the connection of IPMI only, you may not connect to the Internet using this LAN port. | Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet; Wi-Fi 7; Bluetooth 5.4 |
Cooling headers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Board headers, not included fans or a statement of their current limits. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 1 CPU fan; 1 pump fan; 6 system fan headers |
Diagnostic indicators SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE No source recorded. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Diagnostic indicators are not a numeric POST display or proof that a fault will be automatically repaired. MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 EZ Debug LEDs |
Internal headers and connectors SourcesASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI No source recorded. | Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s) 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header(s) 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s) 1 x W_PUMP+ header(s) Power related 2 x 24-pin Main Power connector 4 x 8-pin +12V Power connector 1 x 8-pin PCIe Power connector 1 x 6-pin PCIe Power connector Storage related 3 x M.2 slots (Key M) 2 x SlimSAS connector(s) 8 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 1 x VROC Key connector USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (support(s) USB Type-C® ) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 1 x COM Port header 1 x FlexKey button 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x LN2 Mode jumper 1 x M.2 slot (Key E) 1 x ReTry button 1 x Safe Boot button 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x Start button 1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thermal Sensor header BMC Related 1 x BMC switch 1 x VGA switch 1 x BMC LAN fixed IP switch 1 x IPMI switch 2 x Q_PSU switch 2 x PSU SMBus header 1 x Front panel location LED header 1 x Location button header 1 x VPP_I2C header 1 x Micro SD card socket 1 x BMC_T_SENSOR header 1 x BMC LED 1 x Location LED 1 x Message LED header | Not provided |
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