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MSI Business & Productivity
MSI Business & Productivity specializes in home & commercial office computing hardware with a design emphasis on productivity and user comfort.
For business professionals searching for elegant, world class solutions engineered with cutting edge components, premium reliability and refined aesthetics, MSI Business & Productivity offers a broad array of innovative products to ensure a competitive working environment.
PRO Z690-A WIFI
Business Elegance
For professionals looking for efficient 12th Gen Intel Core performance with high-bandwidth PCI-e 5.0 x16 graphics card architecture, accelerated DDR5 memory, and a vast array of M.2 Gen4 storage options, the MSI PRO Z690-A WIFI epitomizes business elegance.
Supports Intel Core 12th Gen Processors (LGA 1700) 4 x DDR5 DIMMs, Memory Boost (6400MHz+ OC) 14+1+1 Duet Rail Power Design (55A) with DrMOS 4 x M.2 Slots (3 x Gen4, 1 x Gen3) with Shield Frozr (M2_1) 1 x PCI-e 5.0 x16 (128GB/s), 2 x PCI-e 3.0 x16 Graphic Card Slots Intel I225-V 2.5G LAN Wi-Fi 6E with Bluetooth 5.2 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps)
Z690 Chipset, 14+1+1 Duet Rail VRM, Smart Cooling, DDR5 Memory Boost
Supports Intel Core 12th Gen Processors
The PRO Z690-A WIFI motherboard supports 12th Gen Intel Core processors.
Form Factor: ATXSocket Type: LGA 1700Chipset: Intel Z690
14+1+1 Duet Rail VRM (55A) with DrMOS
The VRM design features MSI exclusive Core Boost Technology powered by 2 x 8-pin CPU power connectors:
14 Duet Rail Power System (55A)1 Phase AUX Power1 Phase GT PowerDigital PWM IC
Includes load-line calibration & overvoltage protection.
Smart Cooling
VRM Cooling: Features an extended heatsink for improved thermal dissipation.
SSD Cooling: M.2 Shield Frozr prevents thermal throttling.
Frozr AI Cooling: Automatically adjusts system cooling based on CPU & GPU temperatures.
A 6-layer server-grade PCB with 2oz of thickened copper improves performance & system stability.
4 x DDR5 Dual Channel (6400+ MHz Overclocked*)
Memory Boost: A fully-isolated circuit delivers pure DDR5 data signals for optimal gaming and overclocking performance.
XMP profiles in MSI BIOS are MSI OC LAB optimized and can be easily enabled with auto power settings for improved memory speed and stability.
*1DPC 1R Max. overclocking frequency 6400+ MHz, supports Intel XMP 3.0 OC.
PCI-e 5.0 x16 Slot, Cutting-Edge Storage Performance, Wi-Fi 6E Connectivity
Fortified PCI-e 5.0 x16
MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points* to support the weight of heavy graphics cards and shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference:
1 x PCI-e 5.0 x16 slot (with Steel Armor)2 x PCI-e 3.0 x16 slots1 x PCI-e 3.0 x1 slot
*All-new MSI Surface Mount Technology (SMT) solder welding improves signal clarity.
Gen4 & Gen3 M.2 Connectors
The PRO Z690-A WIFI motherboard features MSI’s latest M.2 slots (Intel Optane supported):
3 x Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots1 x Gen3 x4 32Gb/s slot
*M.2 specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
M.2 Shield Frozr
Even the world’s fastest SSDs will automatically slow if thermal throttling firmware detects excessively high temperatures.
M.2 Shield Frozr is MSI’s most advanced thermal solution, offering the best possible protection to ensure maximum SSD transfer speed performance.
Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.2
2.5G LAN: An Intel I225-V 2.5Gbps LAN controller delivers a premium network experience.
USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C: Enables ultra-fast 20Gbps data transfer rates between devices.
HD Audio: 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio with Audio Boost.
Wi-Fi 6E: Features the latest Intel Wi-Fi 6E module (ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth) & Bluetooth 5.2 technology.
Form Factor
ATX ATX ATX ATX
VRM
14+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 55A DrMOS 14+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 55A DrMOS 14+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 55A DrMOS 14+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 55A DrMOS
DIMM Slots
DDR4 x 4 (5200MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6400+MHz/OC) DDR4 x 4 (5200MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6400+MHz/OC)
PCI-e x16 Slots
5.0 x 1 / 3.0 x 2 5.0 x 1 / 3.0 x 2 5.0 x 1 / 3.0 x 2 5.0 x 1 / 3.0 x 2
M.2 Slots
4.0 x 3 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 3 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 3 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 3 / 3.0 x 1
M.2 Shield Frozr
M2_1 Top M2_1 Top M2_1 Top M2_1 Top
Audio
8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost
LAN
Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN
WiFi & Bluetooth
Intel Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
12TH GEN CORE, STABLE PERFORMANCE – Features a robust VRM platform for the Intel Z690 chipset (LGA 1700, 12th Gen Core ready) employing a 14 Duet Rail 55A power system (8+8 Pin connector) with DrMOS
SMART COOLING – Frozr AI Cooling automatically adjusts system fan speeds based on CPU & GPU temperatures, while the VRM includes an extended heatsink design for enhanced passive cooling
MULTI-GPU SUPPORT, HIGH RAM SPEEDS – The primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (with steel frame) supports AMD CrossFire technology (via tertiary PCIe 3.0 x16 slot); quad DDR5 DIMMs with Memory Boost architecture enable faster SDRAM for overclocking (6400+MHz/OC)
QUADRUPLE M.2 CONNECTORS – Storage includes 3 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots (the first with Shield Frozr) and 1 x M.2 Gen3 x4 32Gb/s slot (Intel Optane supported) for hyper-fast SSD access when launching system-demanding programs or large files
WI-FI 6E CONNECTED – Features the latest Wi-Fi 6E module (ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth) & Bluetooth 5.2 technology; Fixed ports include USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gb/s), 4K/60Hz HDMI 2.1 display, Intel 2.5G LAN, and 7.1 HD Audio with Audio Boost
