UK manufacturer specification · Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7
Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 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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Manufacturer specificationsLGA 1851 · DDR5 · ATX · MSI global specification
An ATX Intel Z890 motherboard for Core Ultra (Series 2) processors: four DDR5 slots rated up to DDR5-9200+ (OC), a PCIe 5.0 x16 graphics slot, four M.2 slots (one PCIe 5.0 x4), two rear Thunderbolt 4 ports, Realtek 5 Gb Ethernet and Wi-Fi 7.
Specifications checked 8 Sept 2026.
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Plan the complete platform. Check the exact CPU-support list, required BIOS and memory validation before buying. PCIe generations and lane allocations can change with the processor. A socket match or slot count is not a guarantee that every component works together at its highest advertised setting.
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ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
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ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI specifies Intel XMP 3.0. The overclocked speed is MSI's 1DPC 1R maximum; MSI lists 1DPC 2R up to 7200+, 2DPC 1R up to 6400+ and 2DPC 2R up to 5600+ MT/s. · Manufacturer specification · CPU, BIOS and validated DIMM population determine supported capacity and speeds. DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable.
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ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI labels the slots M.2_1 to M.2_4. M.2_1 and M.2_2 connect to the CPU; M.2_3 and M.2_4 connect to the chipset. · Manufacturer specification · Check the exact slot protocol, supported module length and lane allocation before installation.
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ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Wireless features require compatible OS, driver and router. 6 GHz availability depends on regional rules.
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ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed onboard audio hardware, not a measured sound-quality result. Where alternatives are listed, no particular unseen controller revision is promised.
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MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictionsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
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 Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — 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 Z890-A WIFI — exact model 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 DIMM positions; not a capacity or speed guarantee.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling; CPU, BIOS and module validation apply.
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Manufacturer specification · Storage M.2 positions; bandwidth and protocol are specified separately.
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PCI_E1 connects to the CPU; PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 connect to the chipset. All three are x16-length slots. · Manufacturer specification · Electrical link widths, not a guarantee of the installed system’s performance.
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Manufacturer specification · The rear-panel list and datasheet connection legend explicitly list 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 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; graphics specifications vary with the installed CPU. MSI's specification page gives HDMI a 4K 120 Hz maximum while its datasheet quotes 8K 60 Hz for HDMI 2.1 FRL; check the manual if you need 8K over HDMI.
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Manufacturer specification · Listed M.2 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; check lane sharing and drive power.
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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.
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Manufacturer specification · Both ports are on the rear panel. Up to 40 Gb/s with Thunderbolt devices, 20 Gb/s with USB4 devices and 10 Gb/s with USB 3.2 devices; actual operation depends on the connected device and cable.
MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — exact model specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictionsEvidence 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.
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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; Thunderbolt 4 ports run 20 Gb/s with USB4 devices and 10 Gb/s with USB 3.2 devices.
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| Specification | ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 | MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI |
|---|---|---|
CPU socket SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specifications | LGA1851 | LGA 1851 |
ChipsetDifferent SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specifications | Intel® Z890 Chipset | Intel Z890 |
Form factor and dimensionsDifferent SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) | ATX; 304.8 × 243.84 mm |
CPU support and BIOS requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 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 Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A 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 Z890-A WIFI — exact model specifications | Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2), LGA1851* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. BIOS: 256(128+128) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
Listed operating systems SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI No source recorded. | Windows 11(22H2 & later) | Not provided |
Rear Flash BIOS button SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · The rear-panel list and datasheet connection legend explicitly list a Flash BIOS Button. CPU-free recovery procedure and USB preparation require the board manual. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — exact model specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | Yes |
Memory type, slots and limitDifferent SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI MSI specifies Intel XMP 3.0. The overclocked speed is MSI's 1DPC 1R maximum; MSI lists 1DPC 2R up to 7200+, 2DPC 1R up to 6400+ and 2DPC 2R up to 5600+ MT/s. · Manufacturer specification · CPU, BIOS and validated DIMM population determine supported capacity and speeds. DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | 4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5 Supports up to 8666+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered,Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)* Dual channel memory architecture DIMM Fit Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III(AEMPIII) * 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/download-center/. Adjustments will be made based on the specifications of mass-produced memory products available on the market. ** Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function. | 4 DDR5 DIMM slots; dual channel; up to 256 GB; up to DDR5-9200+ (OC); Intel XMP; non-ECC unbuffered; CUDIMM support |
Maximum listed memory SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling; CPU, BIOS and module validation apply. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | 256 GB |
DIMM slots SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR5 DIMM positions; not a capacity or speed guarantee. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — exact model specifications | Not provided | 4 |
Storage interfaces and restrictionsDifferent SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI MSI labels the slots M.2_1 to M.2_4. M.2_1 and M.2_2 connect to the CPU; M.2_3 and M.2_4 connect to the chipset. · Manufacturer specification · Check the exact slot protocol, supported module length and lane allocation before installation. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — exact model specifications | Total supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2) * M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) Intel® Z890 Chipset M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10, M.2 slot from CPU only supports RAID 0/1/5. | 1 × M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4; 3 × M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4; M2_4 also supports SATA; 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s |
M.2 storage slots SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Storage M.2 positions; bandwidth and protocol are specified separately. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — exact model specifications | Not provided | 4 |
SATA ports SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors; check lane sharing and drive power. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — exact model specifications | Not provided | 4 |
SATA RAID modes SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A 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 Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | RAID 0/1/5/10 |
NVMe RAID modes SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Listed M.2 NVMe controller modes require compatible drives and array setup. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | RAID 0/1/5/10 |
Expansion slots and restrictions SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI No source recorded. | Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2)* 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot Intel® Z890 Chipset 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (supports x4 mode) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x1 mode) * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/). - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported peripherals. | Not provided |
Expansion slots and electrical links SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI PCI_E1 connects to the CPU; PCI_E2 and PCI_E3 connect to the chipset. All three are x16-length slots. · Manufacturer specification · Electrical link widths, not a guarantee of the installed system’s performance. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | 1 × PCIe 5.0 x16; 2 × PCIe 4.0 x4 |
Primary expansion-slot link SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A 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 Z890-A WIFI — exact model specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | PCI_E1: CPU PCIe 5.0 up to x16 |
USB ports and headers SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI No source recorded. | Rear USB (Total 8 ports) 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with DP Alt mode) 1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A) 2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)* Front USB (Total 9 ports) 1 x USB 5Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®) 2 x USB 5Gbps headers support 4 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports* * USB_E1 port, USB_E2 port, USB_E3 port and USB_E4 port share the bandwidth. USB_E5 port, USB_E6 port and USB_E7 port share the bandwidth. | Not provided |
Rear-panel ports SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI No source recorded. | 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with DP Alt mode) 1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A) 2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x Wi-Fi module 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port 3 x Audio jacks 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button | Not provided |
Audio interfacesDifferent SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI 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 Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output. | Realtek ALC1220P codec; 7.1-channel |
Rear Thunderbolt 4 ports SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Both ports are on the rear panel. Up to 40 Gb/s with Thunderbolt devices, 20 Gb/s with USB4 devices and 10 Gb/s with USB 3.2 devices; actual operation depends on the connected device and cable. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — exact model specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | 2 × Thunderbolt 4 USB-C; up to 40 Gb/s; up to 15 W (5 V / 3 A) charging |
Processor-dependent display outputs SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · These outputs require a processor with integrated graphics; graphics specifications vary with the installed CPU. MSI's specification page gives HDMI a 4K 120 Hz maximum while its datasheet quotes 8K 60 Hz for HDMI 2.1 FRL; check the manual if you need 8K over HDMI. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — exact model specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | 1 HDMI 2.1 (FRL); 2 Thunderbolt 4 Type-C DisplayPort outputs (DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20): up to 4K 120 Hz / 8K 60 Hz |
Rear USB ports SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Rear port inventory only. Rated interface rates are not simultaneous measured throughput; Thunderbolt 4 ports run 20 Gb/s with USB4 devices and 10 Gb/s with USB 3.2 devices. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | 4 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A; 3 USB 10 Gb/s Type-A; 1 USB 10 Gb/s Type-C; 2 Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gb/s) Type-C |
Front USB header capacity SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed front connectivity requires compatible case ports and cabling. These are not additional rear-panel sockets. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | 4 USB 2.0; 2 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A; 1 USB 20 Gb/s Type-C (USB PD 27 W) |
USB port and header capacity SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A 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 Z890-A WIFI — exact model specifications | Not provided | 2 × Thunderbolt 4 40 Gb/s (2 Type-C); 1 × USB 20 Gb/s (1 Type-C); 4 × USB 10 Gb/s (3 Type-A + 1 Type-C); 6 × USB 5 Gb/s (6 Type-A); 4 × USB 2.0 |
Network interfaces and requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Wireless features require compatible OS, driver and router. 6 GHz availability depends on regional rules. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — exact model specifications | 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard; Wi-Fi 7* 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band** Supports Wi-Fi 7 160MHz bandwidth, up to 2.9Gbps transfer rate. Bluetooth® v5.4*** *Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require 24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only support Wi-Fi 6E. For Windows 10, please note that no driver is available, please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor's website for details. ** Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries. *** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications. | Realtek 8126 5 Gb Ethernet; Intel Wi-Fi 7; Bluetooth 5.4 |
Cooling headers SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Board headers, not included fans or a statement of their current limits. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | 1 CPU fan; 1 combo pump/system fan; 6 system fan headers |
Diagnostic indicators SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 No source recorded. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI Manufacturer specification · Diagnostic indicators are not proof that a fault will be automatically repaired. MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI — current detailed specification and slot restrictions | Not provided | 4 EZ Debug LEDs; 1 EZ Digit Debug LED |
Internal headers and connectors SourcesASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 Manufacturer specification ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 — official UK technical specificationsMSI PRO Z890-A WIFI No source recorded. | Fan and Cooling Related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power Related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors Storage Related 4 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 5Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® ) 2 x USB 5Gbps headers support 4 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 3 x Addressable Gen2 headers 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x COM Port header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin) 1 x 10-1 pin Front Panel System header 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) Header | Not provided |
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