Overview:

MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI

• Support Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) for LGA 1851 socket
• Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 9200+ MT/s (OC)
• Ultra Performance: Direct 20+1+1+1 phases power, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost, 8-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server-grade level material
• Frozr Guard: Enlarged heatsink with heat-pipe, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mk, additional choke thermal pads and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience
• EZ DIY: EZ PCIe Release, EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II, EZ M.2 Clip II and EZ Antenna
• Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slot, Lightning Gen 5 M.2
• Ultra Connect: Thunderbolt 4 and Intel Killer 5G LAN + 2.5G LAN with Wi-Fi 7 Solution - The latest solution for professional and multimedia use, delivering secure, stable, and high-speed networking and data transmission
• Audio Boost 4: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience

Features:

MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI employs a carbon black color scheme and stylish pattern over Mystic light RGB lighting to show a different identity. It is also powerful inside by featuring Killer 5G LAN and Wi-Fi 7 solution, Thunderbolt 4, Supplemental PCIe Power and the effortless EZ DIY designs, making this motherboard definetly one of the best Z890 ATX motherboards for Intel Core Ultra processors.

Optimized UI / UX design
MSI's premium MPG (MSI PERFORMANCE GAMING) series is engineered for gamers who demand strong performance and sleek design. Each product showcases cutting-edge aesthetics and vibrant colors, reflecting MPG's commitment to exceptional design. With optimized configurations, MPG creates a visually striking and powerful gaming experience that leads the trends.

EZ M.2 CLIP II REMOVER
MSI's exclusive EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II and EZ M.2 CLIP II make M.2 installation seamless. Insert the SSD card into the slot and press it down to lock it in place with the clip. As fasten the SSD, flick the clip outwards and then the SSD is removed. The process is smooth, and you don't need to use your tools like before. One finger can give you perfect DIY experience.

Introducing MSI's EZ M.2 CLIP II Remover, a handy tool designed to simply switching or repositioning the EZ M.2 CLIP II on your motherboard. This tool allows users to effortlessly detach the EZ M.2 CLIP II from the motherboard and reattach it to any desired M.2 slot. It is included in the accessory kit that comes with MSI motherboards.

EZ PCIe Release
An easy-to-access physical button release mechanism that can help remove any PCIe card with a single tap, making it much easier to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device, streamlining the entire process and enhancing user experience.

• Smart Button
• Flash BIOS Button
• Clear CMOS Button

One button with multiple hardware control. You can set up the different functions in the BIOS. Reset Computer, Safe Boot, Turbo Fan and EZ LED control with just one click.

Restore the BIOS to the default settings - helpful in 99% of the cases to successfully boot again.

EZ LED Switch

Tuning off all LEDs connected to motherboard by just one click.
The Pre-Installed I/O Shield offers a streamlined and hassle-free installation experience by eliminating the need to manually fit the I/O shield during motherboard setup. With its built-in design, it ensures proper alignment and a secure fit, providing both protection and convenience while enhancing the overall durability of your build.

Double ESD Protection

• EZ Antenna
• EZ Conn-Design
• EZ Front Panel Cable
• EZ Driver Installation

MSI EZ Antenna makes the process effortless by simply attaching fasteners to the motherboard without rotation.

EZ Conn header (JAF_2 )
MSI's EZ Conn header(JAF_2 ) allows users to easily connect MSI EZ series fans (7 pin) or MSI liquid cooling (11 pin). If you don't have the above products, we also provide a 1 to 3 EZ Conn-Cable, enabling you to connect ARGB light, system fan and USB device.

MSI EZ SERIES FAN
This cable takes care of the tedious part of the build process, makes motherboard front panel connections quickly and accurately.

EZ DEBUG LED
Onboard LEDs will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.

EZ DIGI-DEBUG LED
Displays the error code for troubleshooting. Also functions as temperature monitor!

HEADER WITH DIFFERENT COLOR
To better differentiate between pin headers for different purposes, mark the pump sys header and ARGB headers in white, PCIe 8-pin header in gray, and designate the pin headers for JAF_2 in white (for users who need to use JAF_1 ), enabling users to manage cables more efficiently.

DIRECT 20+1+1+1 POWER DESIGN
Unleash and sustain the maximum performance with a flagship VRM design built with a total of Direct 20+1+1+1 Power Phases. Combining dual power connectors and 110A Smart Power Stage, MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI is ready for the challenge of high-end processors.

OPTIMIZED PCB SOLUTION
The PCB design has been optimized for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds, which is also beneficial for reliable circuit transmission.

• 8 PCB layers
• NPG-170D Server-grade PCB material
• 2oz Thickened Copper

DDR5 MEMORY SUPPORT WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE
A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology, MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI is ready to deliver the world class memory performance.

Memory Extension Mode
Memory Extension Mode provides optimized memory parameters for enhanced capability at the same frequency, achieving lower latency and higher performance. Furthermore, Memory Extension Mode can combine XMP profiles to maximize memory frequency, enabling users to effortlessly discover the best configuration based on their requirements.

Performance Mode, Benchmark Mode, Memtest Mode and High Efficiency Mode provide users with the flexibility to swiftly identify the ideal configuration tailored to their requirements and memory overclocking capabilities.

Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS)
Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) are safety devices used to protect against excessive voltage. All motherboard models of MSI are equipped with TVS. When the voltage abnormally rises, the TVS switches from a high-resistance state to a low-resistance state, diverting the excessive voltage to ground. This helps prevent circuit damage caused by high voltage.

solid pin design
The 4-pin, 8-pin, and 24-pin power connectors of MSI motherboards are all designed with solid pins. The solid pin design allows for a more stable transmission of 12V power to the CPU, even when handling high current loads.

Advantages of Solid Pin Power connector

• Improved stability : Larger contact area enhances stability during power delivery.
• Low impedance : Solid pins offer low impedance, enabling efficient power flow.
• Strong durability : The solid pin design ensures strong durability, capable of withstanding demanding conditions.
• Suitable for high-current applications.

Anti-corrosive Stainless Steel IO Shield
An extra layer of sponge materials along with corrosive resistance IO Shield to help improve static electricity and reduce electromagnetic radiation noise from the system as well as much more durable compare to traditional IO Shields.

Over Current Protection
MSI motherboards prioritize safety with the embedded Overcurrent Protection (OCP), ensuring crucial components such as the USB ports, DDR memory, PWM IC, and CPU are shielded from excessive current. This proactive defense mechanism curtails the risk of damage or malfunction due to power surges, promoting long-term system stability. This commitment to safeguarding your hardware underscores MSI's dedication to producing motherboards that prioritize durability and stability.

The Grounding Structure of Power Phases
The grounding structure of power phases is the MSI's exclusive design. This patented design enables to suppress the electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by the power phases and helps to efficiently conduct heat to the copper plane with grounding properties.

Specifications:

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Specifications
Product Code	MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI
Chipset	INTEL Z890
CPU	Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
	LGA 1851
Memory	4x DDR5 UDIMM, Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB
	Memory Support 9200 - 6400 (OC) MT/s / 6400 - 4800 (JEDEC) MT/s
	Max. overclocking frequency:
	1DPC 1R Max speed up to 9200+ MT/s
	1DPC 2R Max speed up to 7200+ MT/s
	2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4800+ MT/s
	2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4800+ MT/s
	Supports Intel POR Speed and JEDEC Speed
	Supports Memory Overclocking and Intel XMP 3.0
	Supports Dual-Controller Dual-Channel mode
	Supports Non-ECC, Un-buffered memory
	Supports CUDIMM
	The DIMM slots on this motherboard have single-sided latches.
Onboard Graphics	1x HDMI
	Support HDMI TM 2.1 with FRL port, maximum resolution of 8K 60Hz
	2x Type-C DisplayPort
	Thundebolt TM 4 ports, supporting DisplayPort 2.1 with UHBR20 over USB Type-C, with a maximum resolution of 4K@120Hz / 8K@60Hz
	*Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
Slot	3x PCI-E x16 slot
	PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU)
	PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x8 (From CPU)
	PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset)
	PCI_E1 supports BIOS adjustment to x8+x4+x4
	PCI_E2 supports BIOS adjustment to x4+x4
Audio	Realtek ALC1220P Codec
	7.1-Channel USB High Defination Audio
	Supports S/PDIF output
Storage	5x M.2
	M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
	M.2_2 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
	M.2_3 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
	M.2_4 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 22110/2280/2260 devices
	M.2_5 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 / SATA mode, supports 2280/2260 devices
	4x SATA 6G
	*Please refer to the manual for M.2 SSD heatsink restrictions.
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
Onboard Thunderbolt	2x Thunderbolt4 ports (Rear)
	Supports up to 40Gbps transfer rate with Thunderbolt devices
	Supports up to 20Gbps transfer rate with USB4 devices
	Supports up to 10Gbps transfer rate with USB 3.2 devices
	Supports up to 5V/3A,15W power charging
	Each port can daisy-chain up to three Thunderbolt 4 devices or five Thunderbolt 3 devices
	Supports up to 8K display
USB	4x USB 2.0 (Front)
	4x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front)
	10x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear)
	1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear)
	1x USB 20Gbps Type C (Front)
	*USB 20Gbps Type-C (Front) support USB PD 27W fast charging for JUSBC1
LAN	1x Intel Killer E5000B 5G LAN
	1x Intel I226V 2.5G LAN
Internal IO	1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR)
	2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR)
	1x Power Connector(PCIE_PWR 8pin)
	1x Front Type-C Quick Charge Connector(PD_PWR1)
	1x CPU Fan
	1x Combo Fan (Pump_Sys Fan)
	5x System Fan
	1x EZ Conn-header (JAF_2)
	2x Front Panel (JFP)
	1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI)
	1x Water Flow connector
	1x Front Audio (JAUD)
	1x Thermal Sensor connectors(T_SEN)
	3x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2)
	1x RGB LED connector(JRGB)
	1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0)
	4x USB 2.0 ports
	4x USB 5Gbps Type A ports
	1x USB 20Gbps Type C ports
WIRELESS LAN & BLUETOOTH	Intel Killer BE1750x Wi-Fi 7
	The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
	Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz/ 6GHz* (320MHz) up to 5.8Gbps
	Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax/ be
	Supports Bluetooth 5.4**, MLO, 4KQAM
	* 6GHz band support may depend on every country's regulations and Wi-Fi 7 will be ready in Windows 11 version 24H2.
	** The Bluetooth version may be updated, please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor's website for details. Bluetooth 5.4 will be ready in Windows 11 version 24H2.
LED FEATURE	4x EZ Debug LED
	1x EZ Digit Debug LED
OPERATING SYSTEM	Support for Windows 11 64-bit
PCB Info	ATX
	243.84mmx304.8mm