MSI PRO Z690-P DDR4Â Overview
Bring your rig together with speed and performance boosts using the PRO Z690-P DDR4 LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard from MSI. Featuring the Intel Z690 chipset and LGA 1700 socket, this ATX motherboard sports four RAM slots supporting dual-channel DDR4 memory with speeds up to 5000 MHz when overclocking. Connect storage drives via two M.2 or for SATA III connectors. Install various adapter cards via a PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 3.0 x16, and three PCIe 3.0 x1 slots. Take advantage of AMD CrossFireX support for streamlined multi-GPU gaming performance.
Connect wired accessories via a USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C or two USB 2.0 and four USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports. Five 3.5mm ports accommodate analog audio connections while a S/PDIF output enables digital audio output. HDMI and DisplayPort outputs are also present, along with an RJ45 port supporting 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet. Furthermore, various internal headers provide support for a liquid cooling pump fan, chassis intrusion alarm, TPM module, Clear CMOS jumper, and front-panel USB ports. The MSI PRO Z690-P DDR4 LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard utilizes the Realtek ALC897 codec and supports 7.1-channel surround sound. This motherboard is compatible with Windows 10 and 11 64-bit operating systems.
Cooling
Extended PWM Heat Sink
MSI’s extended PWM heat sink with 7W/mK thermal padding ensures even power-hungry processors can run at full speed.
Total Fan Control
MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to four temperature targets for the CPU and motherboard, facilitating automatic adjustment of fan speeds.
FROZR AI Cooling
FROZR AI Cooling detects CPU and GPU temperatures and automatically adjusts the system fans to optimal speed via the MSI AI ENGINE.
Optimized for Liquid Cooling
Designed to support popular all-in-one and custom liquid cooling solutions, this motherboard sports a dedicated fan pump PIN header for full control of pump speed. Additionally, a clearly marked keep-out-zone allows for easy and safe installation and a perfect fit.
Design
EZ Debug LCD
Running into trouble? Onboard LEDs for key components will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.
XL PCIe Clip
The enlarged PCIe clip helps you swap or remove your devices easier.
Keep Out Zone
MSI motherboard circuitry ensures the case standoff keep out zones are pure and clean, preventing any component contact or damage to the motherboard. Plus, protective paint is printed around each screw hole to prevent parts from being scratched.
Compatible by Design
In addition to supporting 12th Gen Intel Core processors, this motherboard has been tested for stability and compatibility with a range of memory modules. Plus, the PRO Z690-P DDR4 is Windows 11 certified.
Networking
High Bandwidth and Low Latency Network
The 2.5 Gigabit LAN provides more than twice the speed of an ordinary Gigabit LAN, providing plenty of bandwidth for demanding users.
MSI LAN Manager
MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes latency-sensitive applications for online games, ensuring latency doesn’t derail the action. Plus, change applications’ traffic priority or customize bandwidth for each application.
Lightning Speed
Fast Storage
MSI Z690 motherboards support ample storage standards, allowing users to connect any fast storage devices for optimum performance, higher efficiency, and easier productivity.
PCIe 5.0
The PCIe 5.0 x16 interface ensures speeds up to 128 GB/s, which is double the speed of the previous generation. Additionally, the advanced SMT (Surface Mount Technology) PCIe slot diminishes interference and electrical noise while also supporting the higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds of PCIe 5.0.
Optane: Boost Your HDD
PC Enthusiasts can now enjoy the performance of an SSD on their HDD by coupling it with an Intel Optane Memory device. Intel Optane technology provides a combination of high throughput, low latency, high quality of service, and high endurance.
USB 3.2 Gen 2×2
Get speeds up to 20 Gb/s when connecting to the rear USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C port.
Mystic Light Extension
Add more color if you want suing the Mystic Light Extension pin header. This header provides an intuitive way to control additional RGB strips and other RGB peripherals added to a system without needing a separate RGB controller.
Performance
Memory Boost and XMP Support
Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) support in the BIOS is tested and certified by MSI OC LAB. Easily enable auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
Core Boost
Core Boost technology combines the motherboard layout and optimized power design for fast, precise, and undistorted current delivery to the CPU. This design supports multicore CPUs, while also allowing for streamlined overclocking.
Audio
Isolated Audio Design
Like a dedicated sound card, audio components and circuits have been laid on a reserved motherboard section and electrically isolated.
Separate Audio Layers
Using separated layers in the PCB ensures equally pristine sound quality for the left and right audio channels.
Audio Boost
Audio Boost protects your ears by eliminating annoying loud popping sounds when you plug and unplug devices or turn your computer on or off.
BIOS and Software
Resizable BAR (Re-Size BAR)
Resizable BAR (Re-Size BAR) is an advanced PCI Express feature that enables the CPU to access the entire GPU frame buffer at once and improve performance. Please note, it is recommended that you have the latest VBIOS/BIOS/Driver installed, available from the manufacturer.
MSI Center
MSI Center unifies a suite of MSI software utilities into a single centralized application for easy control of advanced features.
Click BIOS 5
Get more from a loaded BIOS designed for ease of use and fine-tune the motherboard for gaming performance, efficiency, or overclocking world records. Use XMP functionality to automatically overclock compatible memory modules. Or, use Volume Management Device (VMD) to directly control NVMe SSDs from the PCIe bus without the need for extra hardware adapters. The Memory Try It feature allows for streamlined speed and performance, while Hardware Monitor gives you immediate access to critical information including temperature, capacity, clock speed, and voltage. Finally, use the Search and Favorites option to move through menus in a jiffy, and use M-Flash to conveniently flash or upgrade the BIOS via the CMOS Setup Utility.
System Safety
Safe by Design
All MSI PRO series motherboards have security functions built into the BIOS, ensuring your files remain protected.
Secure Boot
Secure boot is a security standard that ensures a device boots using only software that is trusted. When booting your computer, the firmware checks the signature of each piece of boot software, including UEFI firmware drivers, EFI applications, and the operating system.
