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  • Page 1 PRO Z790-A WIFI Motherboard User Guide Benutzerhandbuch Manuel d’utilisation Руководство пользователя 取扱説明書 사용 명서 使用手冊 使用手册...
  • Page 2 English...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick Start........................3 Specifications ......................15 Special Features ......................19 Package Contents ...................... 20 Back Panel Connectors ..................... 21 LAN Port LED Status Table .................. 22 Audio Jacks Connection ..................22 Overview of Components ................... 25 CPU Socket ......................26 DIMM Slots ......................
  • Page 4 Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center ................48 MSI Center ......................51 UEFI BIOS ........................52 BIOS Setup ......................53 Resetting BIOS ...................... 54 Updating BIOS ....................... 54...

  • Page 5: Quick Start

    Quick Start Thank you for purchasing a new motherboard from MSI®. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet.
  • Page 6 Safety Information ∙ The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly. ∙ Ensure that all components are securely connected. Loose connections may cause the computer to not recognize a component or fail to start.
  • Page 7 Case stand-off notification To prevent damage to the motherboard, any unnecessary mounting stand-off between the motherboard circuits and the computer case is prohibited. The Case standoff keep out zone signs will be marked on the backside of motherboard (as shown below) to serve as a warning to user.
  • Page 8 Installing a Processor ⚽ ∙ https://youtu.be/KMf9oIDsGes...
  • Page 9 Installing DDR5 memory ⚽ ∙ https://youtu.be/XiNmkDNZcZk DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2 DIMMB2...
  • Page 10 Connecting the Front Panel Header ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI Power LED Power Switch JFP1 Reserved HDD LED Reset Switch JFP1 HDD LED - HDD LED HDD LED + POWER LED - POWER LED POWER LED +...
  • Page 11 Installing the Motherboard ⚽ ∙ https://youtu.be/wWI6Qt51Wnc Torque: 3 kgf·cm* BAT1 *3 kgf·cm = 0.3 N·m = 2.6 lbf·in...
  • Page 12 Connecting the Power Connectors ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 ATX_PWR1 CPU_PWR1~2...
  • Page 13 Installing SATA Drives ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc...
  • Page 14 Installing a Graphics Card ⚽ ∙ http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A...
  • Page 15 Connecting Peripheral Devices...
  • Page 16 Power On...

  • Page 17: Specifications

    Specifications ∙ Supports 12th/ 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* ∙ Processor socket LGA1700 * Please go to www.msi.com to get the newest support status as new processors are released. Chipset Intel® Z790 Chipset ∙ 4x DDR5 memory slots, support up to 128GB* ∙...
  • Page 18 Continued from previous column ∙ 4x M.2 slots (Key M) • M2_1 slot (From CPU) • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 • Supports 2242/2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices • M2_2 slot (From Z790 chipset) M.2 SSD Slots • Supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 •...
  • Page 19 Continued from previous column ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C front panel connector (From Z790 chipset) ∙ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (From Z790 chipset) Internal USB Connectors • Supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports ∙...
  • Page 20 ∙ UEFI AMI BIOS BIOS Features ∙ ACPI 6.4, SMBIOS 3.5 ∙ Multi-language ∙ Drivers ∙ MSI Center ∙ Intel Extreme Tuning Utility Software ∙ CPU-Z MSI GAMING ∙ Norton 360 Deluxe ∙ AIDA64 Extreme - MSI Edition ∙ Tile...

  • Page 21: Special Features

    Special Features MSI Center Features DIY Friendly • Mystic Light • PCI-E Steel Armor • Ambient Link • Pre-installed I/O Shield • Frozr AI Cooling • EZ M.2 Clips • User Scenario • EZ DEBUG LED • True Color • EZ LED Control (Switch) •...

  • Page 22: Package Contents

    Package Contents Please check the contents of your motherboard package. It should contain: Board • 1x Motherboard Documentation • 1x Quick installation guide • 1x European Union regulatory notice Application • 1x DVD disc with drivers & utilities Cables • 2x SATA 6Gb/s cables Accessories •...

  • Page 23: Back Panel Connectors

    Back Panel Connectors Item Description DisplayPort Flash BIOS port USB 2.0 Type-A ports (From Hub GL850G) 2.5 Gbps LAN (RJ45) port Wi-Fi antenna connectors Audio jacks HDMI™ port Flash BIOS button ∙ Please refer to page 55 for details about updating BIOS with Flash BIOS button.

  • Page 24: Lan Port Led Status Table

    LAN Port LED Status Table Link/ Activity LED Speed LED Status Description Status Speed No link 10 Mbps Yellow Linked Green 100/1000 Mbps Blinking Data activity Orange 2.5 Gbps Audio Jacks Connection Audio jacks to headphone and microphone diagram Audio jacks to stereo speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT...
  • Page 25 Audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Audio jacks to 5.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Center/ Subwoofer Audio jacks to 7.1-channel speakers diagram AUDIO INPUT Rear Front Side Center/ Subwoofer...
  • Page 26 Installing antennas 1. Screw the antennas tight to the antenna connectors as shown below. 2. Orient the antennas.

  • Page 27: Overview Of Components

    Overview of Components SYS_FAN2 ATX_PWR1 JUSB3 JUSB4 M2_1 SYS_FAN1 PCI_E1 M2_2 BAT1 PCI_E2 M2_4 SATA_1 PCI_E3 M2_3 SATA_2 JCI1 JDASH1 JTPM1 PCI_E4 JFP2 BAT1...

  • Page 28: Cpu Socket

    ∙ Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the CPU. Please retain the CPU protective cap after installing the processor. MSI will deal ∙ with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests if only the motherboard comes with the protective cap on the CPU socket.

  • Page 29: Dimm Slots

    It is recommended to use a more efficient memory cooling system for full DIMMs ∙ installation or overclocking. The stability and compatibility of installed memory module depend on installed CPU ∙ and devices when overclocking. ∙ Please refer to www.msi.com for more information on compatible memory.

  • Page 30: Pci_E1~4: Pcie Expansion Slots

    PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x1 (From Z790 chipset) ⚠ Important If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as MSI ∙ Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight to prevent deformation of the slot.
  • Page 31 Installing M.2 module into M2_1 slot 1. Loosen the screws of M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 2. Lift up the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink and remove it. 3. Remove or exchange the screws according to your SSD length. Skip this step, if you install 2280 SSD.
  • Page 32 4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 5. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD. 30º 30º 30º 30º 2242/60/80 SSD 22110 SSD 6. Remove the protective film from the thermal pad under the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink.
  • Page 33 Installing M.2 module into M2_2 slot 1. Secure the supplied M.2 standoff according to your M.2 SSD length if need.. 2. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 3. Secure the M.2 SSD in place with the supplied M.2 8.5H screw. 8.5H screw 30º...
  • Page 34 3. If you want to install 2242 or 2260 M.2 SSD, please install the supplied EZ M.2 Clip kit in the 2240 or 2260 screw hole. Skip this step, if you install 2280 SSD. ∙ M2_3 slot 2242 2260 6 6 7 7 ∙...
  • Page 35 4. Insert your M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. 5. Rotate the EZ M.2 Clip to fix the M.2 SSD. ∙ M2_3 slot 2242/2260 SSD 30º 30º 30º 30º 2280 SSD ∙ M2_4 slot 2242/2260 SSD 30º...
  • Page 36 6. Remove the protective film from the thermal pad under the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink. 7. Put the M.2 Shield Frozr heatsink back in place and secure it.

  • Page 37: Sata_1~6: Sata 6Gb/S Connectors

    SATA_1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA_6 SATA_4 SATA_3 SATA_5 SATA_1 SATA_2 ⚠ Important Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during ∙...

  • Page 38: Jaud1: Front Audio Connector

    JAUD1: Front Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect audio jacks on the front panel. Signal Name Signal Name MIC L Ground MIC R Head Phone R MIC Detection SENSE_SEND No Pin Head Phone L Head Phone Detection JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors The JFP1 connector controls the power on, power reset, and the LEDs on your PC case/chassis.

  • Page 39: Jdash1: Tuning Controller Connector

    JDASH1: Tuning Controller Connector This connector is used to connect an optional Tuning Controller module. Signal Name Signal Name No Pin MCU_SMB_SCL_M MCU_SMB_SDA_M VCC5 Ground JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector allows you to connect the chassis intrusion switch cable. Normal Trigger the chassis (default)

  • Page 40: Cpu_Pwr1~2, Atx_Pwr1: Power Connectors

    CPU_PWR1~2, ATX_PWR1: Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. CPU_PWR1~2 Signal Name Signal Name Ground Ground Ground Ground +12V +12V +12V +12V ATX_PWR1 Signal Name Signal Name +3.3V +3.3V Ground CPU_PWR1~2 Ground Ground PWR OK 5VSB +12V +12V...

  • Page 41: Jusb4: Usb 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Front Panel Connector

    JUSB4: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Front Panel Connector This connector allows you to connect USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C connector on the front panel. The connector has a foolproof design. When you connect the cable, be sure to connect it with the corresponding orientation. USB Type-C Cable JUSB4 USB Type-C port on...

  • Page 42: Jusb1~2: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    ∙ In order to recharge your iPad, iPhone and iPod through USB ports, please install MSI Center utility. JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector is for TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages.

  • Page 43: Jtbt1: Thunderbolt Add-On Card Connector

    JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector This connector allows you to connect the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card. Signal Name Signal Name TBT_FORCE_PWR TBT_S0IX_ENTRY_REQ TBT_CIO_PLUG_EVENT# TBT_S0IX_ENTRY_ACK TBT_PSON_ SLP_S3#_TBT OVERRIDE_N SLP_S5#_TBT No Pin Ground SMBCLK_VSB DG_PEWAKE# SMBDATA_VSB TBT_RTD3_PWR_EN Ground TBT_CARD_DET_R# PD_IRQ#...

  • Page 44: Cpu_Fan1, Pump_Fan1, Sys_Fan1~6: Fan Connectors

    CPU_FAN1, PUMP_FAN1, SYS_FAN1~6: Fan Connectors Fan connectors can be classified as PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode or DC Mode. PWM Mode fan connectors provide constant 12V output and adjust fan speed with speed control signal. DC Mode fan connectors control fan speed by changing voltage. The auto mode fan connectors can automatically detect PWM and DC mode.

  • Page 45: Jbat1: Clear Cmos (Reset Bios) Jumper

    JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS memory. Keep Data Clear CMOS/ (default)

  • Page 46: Jrgb1: Rgb Led Connector

    (12V/G/R/B) with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V). Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ∙ before installing or removing the RGB LED strip. Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip. ∙...

  • Page 47: Jargb_V2_1~3: A-Rainbow V2 (Argb Gen2) Led Connectors

    JARGB_V2_1~3: A-RAINBOW V2 (ARGB Gen2) LED Connectors The JARGB_V2 connectors allow you to connect the ARGB Gen2 and the ARGB-based LED strips. The JARGB_V2 connector supports up to 240 individually addressable RGB LEDs with maximum power rating of 3A (5V). Signal Name Signal Name Data...
  • Page 48 It is recommended that you install LED strips with the same specification to achieve the best effects. Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ∙ before installing or removing the addressable RGB LED strip. Please use MSI’s software to control the extended LED strip. ∙...

  • Page 49: Onboard Leds

    Onboard LEDs EZ Debug LED These LEDs indicate the debug status of the motherboard. CPU - indicates CPU is not detected or fail. DRAM - indicates DRAM is not detected or fail. VGA - indicates GPU is not detected or fail. BOOT - indicates the booting device is not detected or fail.

  • Page 50: Installing Os, Drivers & Msi Center

    Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11 1. Power on the computer. 2. Insert the Windows 10/ Windows 11 installation disc/USB into your computer. 3. Press the Restart button on the computer case.
  • Page 51 2. Select Start > Settings > Windows Update, and then select Check for updates. 3. MSI Driver Utility Installer will pop up automatically. 4. Select the I have read and agree to the MSI Terms of Use check box, and then click Next.
  • Page 52 5. Check the Select All checkbox in the lower-left corner and click Install to install MSI Center and drivers. The installation progress will be shown at the bottom. 6. Once the progress has completed, click Finish.

  • Page 53: Msi Center

    MSI Center is an application that helps you easily optimize game settings and smoothly use content creation softwares. It also allows you to control and synchronize LED light effects on PCs and other MSI products. With MSI Center, you can customize ideal modes, monitor system performance, and adjust fan speed.

  • Page 54: Uefi Bios

    UEFI has many new functions and advantages that traditional BIOS cannot achieve, and it will completely replace BIOS in the future. The MSI UEFI BIOS uses UEFI as the default boot mode to take full advantage of the new chipset’s capabilities.

  • Page 55: Bios Setup

    * When you press F10, a confirmation window appears and it provides the modification information. Select between Yes or No to confirm your choice. BIOS User Guide If you’d like to know more instructions on setting up the BIOS, please refer to https://download.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/mb/Intel700BIOS.pdf or scan the QR code to access. ⚠ Important...

  • Page 56: Resetting Bios

    Updating BIOS Updating BIOS with M-FLASH Before updating: Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from MSI website. And then save the BIOS file into the USB flash drive. Updating BIOS: 1. Switch to the target BIOS ROM by Multi-BIOS switch. Please skip this step if your motherboard doesn’t has this switch.
  • Page 57 1. Please download the latest BIOS file that matches your motherboard model from the MSI® website. 2. Rename the BIOS file to MSI.ROM, and save it to the root of the USB storage device. 3. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU and memory.)
  • Page 58 Block Diagram PRO Z790-A WIFI DDR5 PCIe 5.0x16 PCI_E1 DIMM A1/A2 PCIe 5.0 X16 DIMM B1/B2 GEN4 x4 M.2_1 Display Port 1.4 (PCIe Only) 4K@60Hz HDMI 2.1 8K@60Hz PCIE x8 GEN4 x4 M.2_2 Intel 2.5Gbps (PCIe Only) USB3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps GEN4 x4 M.2_3_4...
  • Page 59 ∙ This device may not cause harmful interference. ∙ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. MSI Computer Corp. 901 Canada Court, City of Industry, CA 91748, USA (626)913-0828 www.msi.com...
  • Page 60 ∙ ErP Directive 2009/125/EC Compliance with these directives is assessed using applicable European Harmonized Standards. The point of contact for regulatory matters is MSI-Europe: Eindhoven 5706 5692 ER Son. Products with Radio Functionality (EMF) This product incorporates a radio transmitting and receiving device. For computers in normal use, a separation distance of 20 cm ensures that radio frequency exposure levels comply with EU requirements.
  • Page 61 20 cm ensures that radio frequency exposure levels comply with the Australian and New Zealand Standards. クラスB情報技術装置 この装置は 、 クラスＢ情報技術装置です 。 この装置は 、 家庭環境で使用することを目的とし ていますが 、 この装置がラジオやテレビジョン受信機に近接して使用されると 、 受信障害を 引き起こすことがあります 。 取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをして下さい 。 VCCI-B KC인증서 상호: (주)엠에스아이코리아 제품명: 메인보드 모델명: 20-7E07 제조년월: 2022년 R-R-MSI-20-7E07 제조자 및 제조국가: MSI/중국...
  • Page 62 ∙ Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products. ∙ Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor for further recycling information. ∙ Users may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for information regarding proper Disposal, Take-back, Recycling, and Disassembly of MSI products.
  • Page 63 MSI will comply with the product take back requirements at the end of life of MSI- branded products that are sold into the EU. You can return these products to local collection points.
  • Page 64 MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
  • Page 65 MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del loro ciclo di vita.
  • Page 66 Việt Nam RoHS Kể từ ngày 01/12/2012, tất cả các sản phẩm do công ty MSI sản xuất tuân thủ Thông tư số 30/2011/TT-BCT quy định tạm thời về giới hạn hàm lượng cho phép của một số hóa chất độc hại có trong các sản phẩm điện, điện tử”...
  • Page 67 Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. ∙ Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com ∙ Register your product at: http://register.msi.com Revision History ∙...

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