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MSI MEG Z690 UNIFY User Manual

MSI MEG Z690 UNIFY
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Quick Start
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MEG Z690 UNIFY motherboard. 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. You may have even link to the URL by
scanning the QR code.
Preparing Tools and Components
Intel® LGA1700 CPU
LGA1700 CPU Fan
DDR5 Memory
Graphics Card
SATA Hard Disk Drive
SATA DVD Drive
Phillips Screwdriver
Chassis
Power Supply Unit
A Package of Screws
Thermal Paste

Table of Contents

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MSI MEG Z690 UNIFY Specifications

General IconGeneral
S/PDIF out portYes
PS/2 ports quantity1
DVI-D ports quantity0
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity7
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
Number of SATA III connectors6
LAN controllerIntel I225-V
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Number of M.2 (M) slots5
Parallel processing technology supportCrossfire, SLI
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR5-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory128 GB
Supported memory clock speeds4000, 5600, 6666 MHz
Cables includedSATA
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, SATA III
Audio chipRealtek ALC4080
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetIntel Z690
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Motherboard chipset familyIntel
Processor socketLGA 1700
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9, Intel Pentium
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Weight1000 g
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width305 mm
Height65 mm

Summary

Preparing Tools and Components

Safety Information

Installation Precautions

Installing a Processor

Installing DDR5 Memory

Connecting the Front Panel Header

Installing the Motherboard

Connecting Power Connectors

Installing SATA Drives

Installing a Graphics Card

System Power On Procedure

Detailed System Specifications

CPU Specifications

Details about CPU compatibility and socket type.

Chipset Information

Information on the motherboard chipset and its capabilities.

Memory Specifications

Memory slot specifications, supported types, and capacities.

USB Port Details

Information on various USB port types, speeds, and configurations.

PCIe Expansion Slot Details

Information on PCIe slot types, versions, and configurations.

Rear I/O Panel Overview

Motherboard Component Overview

CPU Socket and Installation

CPU Socket Important Notes

Crucial safety and installation warnings for the CPU socket area.

DIMM Slots and Memory Installation

DIMM Slots Important Notes

Crucial warnings regarding memory module installation and dual-channel mode.

PCIe Expansion Slots

Installing SLI Graphics Cards

Instructions for installing multiple graphics cards for SLI configurations.

Front Panel Connectors (JFP1, JFP2)

M.2 Slots Installation

M.2 Slots Overview and Notes

Overview of M.2 slots, compatibility, and important installation warnings.

M.2_1, M.2_2 Slot Installation

Steps for installing M.2 SSDs in the M2_1 and M.2_2 slots.

M.2_3 Slot Installation

Steps for installing an M.2 SSD in the M2_3 slot, including heatsink attachment.

M.2_4, M.2_5 Slot Installation

Steps for installing M.2 SSDs in the M2_4 and M.2_5 slots with heatsinks.

SATA 6Gb/s Connectors

Power Connectors (CPU_PWR, ATX_PWR)

Tuning Controller and JDASH1 Connector

USB Port Connectors

Fan Connectors and Speed Control

Chassis Intrusion and System Buttons

BIOS Reset and Multi-BIOS Switch

Clear CMOS Jumper (JBAT1)

Jumper to reset BIOS settings to default values.

Multi-BIOS Switch (BIOS_SW1)

Switch to select between different BIOS ROMs for redundancy.

Onboard Diagnostics LEDs

EZ Debug LED Functionality

Explanation of the EZ Debug LEDs indicating system status during boot.

Debug Code LED Explained

Detailed explanation of the Debug Code LED's progress and error codes.

Operating System and Driver Installation

Installing Windows 10

Step-by-step guide for installing the Windows 10 operating system.

Installing System Drivers

Instructions for installing essential motherboard and component drivers.

UEFI BIOS Features and Compatibility

UEFI BIOS Advantages

Benefits and advantages of using the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface BIOS.

BIOS Setup Guidance

General advice and recommendations for configuring BIOS settings.

Accessing BIOS Setup

Instructions on how to enter the BIOS setup utility during system boot.

Resetting BIOS Settings

Various methods for resetting the BIOS to its default configuration.

Updating BIOS with M-FLASH

Step-by-step instructions for updating the BIOS using the M-FLASH utility.

Updating BIOS via MSI Center

Procedure for updating the BIOS through the MSI Center software.

Updating BIOS with Flash BIOS Button

Method for updating the BIOS using the dedicated Flash BIOS button on the I/O panel.

RAID Configuration Options

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power Issues Troubleshooting

Steps to resolve problems when the system does not power on or stays off.

No Signal/Display Issues

Steps to resolve issues where the computer shows no display output.

Boot Failure Troubleshooting

Steps to resolve boot failures, especially after BIOS updates.

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