MSI MPG Z390 Gaming Pro Carbon

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Identifiers
Model MSI 7B17-012R
MPN MSI 7B17-012R
Dimensions / Weight
Key Features
AMD CrossFire Support
Indicates whether the product supports AMD CrossFire technology, which allows multiple graphics cards to work together for improved performance. The value is a textual description such as "2-Way CrossFire", "3-Way CrossFire", "Supported" or "Not Supported".
3-Way CrossFire
Audio
A list of the audio codecs, channel configurations, and related technologies that a product can play or output. Each value may combine a codec name (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS‑HD), a channel count (e.g., 5.1, 7.1), and optional qualifiers such as "High Definition" or "Virtual Surround" to describe the exact audio capability of the device.
8-Channel(7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 4
Audio output channels
Indicates the total number of independent audio channels that a product can produce or process, including sub‑channels such as those used in surround sound configurations (e.g., 5.1, 7.2). The value may be an integer or a decimal to represent fractional channel groups.
7.1 channels
BIOS type
The firmware interface used by a computer system to initialize hardware and load the operating system, such as UEFI or legacy BIOS. It indicates whether the motherboard supports modern features like secure boot, fast startup, or compatibility with older operating systems.
UEFI AMI
Chassis intrusion connector
Indicates whether a computer chassis includes a dedicated intrusion connector, which allows the attachment of security or monitoring devices to detect unauthorized access. A value of "Yes" means the connector is present; "No" means it is absent.
Yes
Chipset
The chipset is the collection of integrated circuits that manages communication between a computer’s CPU, memory, and peripheral devices. It defines the supported processor families, available I/O interfaces, and overall system capabilities, allowing users to understand compatibility and feature sets for motherboards or other hardware components.
Intel Z390
Compatible processor series
List of processor families that the product can support, such as Intel Celeron, Intel Core i5, AMD Ryzen 3, etc. Each value represents a distinct CPU family or brand that is compatible with the hardware platform.
Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core™ i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7, Intel® Pentium®
Component for
Specifies the type of device or system that the product is intended to be used with, such as a PC, server, notebook, surveillance system, or other electronic equipment. The value represents a single category and can be used to filter or group products by their target platform.
PC
CPU fan connector Yes
CPU Socket
The physical connector used by a processor to attach to a motherboard or other compatible platform, such as LGA 1151, BGA 1440, Socket AM4, or LGA 1200. This attribute indicates the exact socket designation required for proper CPU installation and compatibility with other hardware components.
1151
Depth
The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
243 mm
DisplayPorts quantity
The total count of physical or virtual display output connections available on a device, such as HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, VGA, or USB‑C ports that support video output.
1
Ethernet interface type
A list of the Ethernet standards that a product supports, such as Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps), Gigabit Ethernet (1 Gbps), 2.5 GbE, 10 GbE, and other variants. Each value is a free‑text label describing one supported interface; multiple values are separated by commas when the device offers more than one speed or generation.
Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN
Indicates whether the product has an Ethernet interface for wired network connectivity, allowing data transmission over RJ‑45 or compatible cables.
Yes
Form factor
Specifies the physical configuration or design of a product, such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, tower, case with cover, etc. It describes how the device is built and what mounting or expansion options it supports.
ATX
Front panel audio connector
Indicates whether the product has an audio connector on its front panel. The value is "Yes" if a front‑panel audio jack or similar input is present, and "No" otherwise.
Yes
LAN controller
The specific model or designation of the LAN (network) controller integrated into a device, such as "Intel I219-V" or "Realtek RTL8111H." This value identifies the exact network interface hardware used for Ethernet connectivity, enabling users to compare performance, compatibility, and support across products.
Intel® I219-V
Maximum internal memory
The largest amount of internal random‑access memory that a device can support, expressed as a data size such as megabytes or gigabytes. It indicates the maximum capacity for active processes and multitasking performance.
64 GB
Maximum memory capacity
The largest amount of random‑access memory that a motherboard can support, expressed as a data size such as megabytes or gigabytes. It indicates the upper limit of memory capacity for active processes and multitasking performance on systems using this board.
64GB (4x16GB)
Memory channel
The number of memory channels supported by a motherboard or processor, indicating how many independent data paths are available for RAM modules. Common values include "Single", "Dual (2)", "Quad (4)" and similar descriptors. This attribute helps users understand the potential memory bandwidth and upgrade options for a system.
Dual (2)
Memory channels
The configuration of memory channels supported by a device, indicating how many independent memory paths the system can use for data transfer (e.g., Dual‑channel, Quad‑channel). This attribute helps users understand the potential bandwidth and performance characteristics of the memory subsystem.
Dual-channel
Memory slots type
The form factor of the memory module that a product can accept, such as DIMM or SO‑DIMM. It indicates whether the device uses standard desktop RAM modules (DIMM) or smaller laptop‑style modules (SO‑DIMM).
DIMM
Memory speed
The maximum operating frequency of a memory module, expressed in hertz (Hz). It indicates how many cycles per second the RAM can perform and is typically reported as MHz or GHz. This value helps users compare performance potential across different memory types and system configurations.
DDR4 - 2133 DDR4 - 2400 DDR4 - 2666 DDR4 - 4400(OC)
Memory type
The classification of the memory technology used in a device, such as DDR4 SDRAM, LPDDR3, GDDR6, or other variants. It indicates the architecture and generation of the RAM modules installed or supported by the product.
DDR4
Memory Type ECC
Indicates whether the memory module supports Error‑Correcting Code (ECC) technology, which can detect and correct single-bit errors during operation.
Non-ECC
Memory Type R/U
The type of memory module used in a computer system, indicating whether it is Registered (R) or Unbuffered (U). This attribute helps determine compatibility with motherboards and the expected performance characteristics of the RAM.
UDIMM (Unbuffered)
Microphone in
Indicates whether the product includes at least one built‑in microphone. A value of "Yes" means that the device has an integrated microphone, while "No" indicates it does not.
Yes
Motherboard chipset family
The chipset family identifies the group of integrated circuits that manage communication between a computer’s CPU, memory, and peripheral devices on a motherboard. It indicates the supported processor families, available I/O interfaces, and overall system capabilities, helping users assess compatibility and feature sets for motherboards or other hardware components.
Intel
Network Interface Type
The type of network connection supported by the product, such as wired Ethernet (e.g., Gigabit LAN, 2.5 Gbps LAN) or wireless Wi‑Fi standards (e.g., 802.11ac, 802.11ax). It indicates whether the device can connect to a local area network via cable, wirelessly, or both, and may include the maximum speed supported.
Wired Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000)
Non-ECC
Indicates whether the memory module does not support error‑correcting code (ECC). A value of Yes means the module lacks ECC protection, while No means it includes ECC functionality.
Yes
Number of chassis fan connectors
The total count of electrical connectors on a computer chassis that accept cooling fans. This value indicates how many separate fan units can be attached to the case for airflow management, allowing users to assess cooling capacity and compatibility with their system.
5
Number of SATA III connectors
The total count of physical SATA III (Serial ATA Revision 3) ports available on a product. It indicates how many internal connections can be used to attach storage devices such as hard drives or solid‑state drives that support the SATA III interface.
6
On-Board Graphics Connectors
A list of the physical connector types available on a device’s onboard graphics output, such as HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI‑D, or VGA. This attribute helps users identify which video ports are directly integrated into the motherboard or system board for connecting displays.
DisplayPort 1.2 HDMI
Parallel processing technology support
A list of GPU multi‑processing technologies that the product can support, such as CrossFireX, SLI, NVLink or combinations thereof. Each value represents a distinct configuration that allows multiple graphics cards to work together for improved performance.
2-Way SLI,3-Way CrossFireX
Primary GPU Interface
The physical or logical interface used by a graphics processing unit to connect with the rest of the system, such as PCI Express (PCIe) variants. It indicates the technology that enables data transfer and power delivery between the GPU and the motherboard.
PCIe 3.0 (x16)
Processor socket
The physical connector used by a processor to attach to a motherboard or other compatible platform. Common examples include LGA 1151, BGA 1440, Socket AM4, and LGA 1200. This attribute indicates the exact socket designation required for proper CPU installation and compatibility.
LGA 1151 (Socket H4)
QPI Speed
The maximum data transfer rate of the QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) interface, expressed in gigatransfers per second (GT/s). This value indicates the bandwidth available for communication between processors and other system components.
N/A
RAID levels
A comma‑separated list that specifies the RAID configurations supported by a storage controller or device. Each entry can be a numeric level (e.g., 0, 1, 5, 10) or a special label such as JBOD. This attribute indicates which disk arrangements the system can manage.
0,1,5,10
S/PDIF out port Yes
SATA Support
A list of SATA interface variants that the product supports, such as SATA III (SATA3), SATA II, or M.2 SATA. Each value indicates a specific SATA standard that the device can use for connecting storage devices.
SATA3 / M.2
Storage Mode Support Intel Optane Memory Ready NVMe Boot (via M.2 PCIe Slot) NVMe Boot (via PCIe 3.0 Slot)
Supported memory clock speeds
The operating frequencies that a processor or memory module can run at, expressed in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). This attribute lists all supported clock rates, allowing users to understand the performance range of the component.
2133,2400,2666,2800,3000,3200,3300,3333,3400,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4200,4266,4300,4400 MHz
Supported storage drive types
A list of the types of storage drives that a product can accommodate or use, such as HDD, SSD, or hybrid configurations. Each entry indicates a distinct drive type that is supported by the device’s bays, slots, or external interfaces.
HDD,SSD
TPM connector
Indicates whether the product includes a physical port that can accept a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip, enabling hardware‑based security features such as secure boot and encrypted storage.
Yes
Unbuffered memory
Indicates whether the memory modules in the product are unbuffered (non‑registered). A value of "Yes" means the device uses standard unbuffered RAM, while "No" indicates that buffered or registered memory is used.
Yes
Water Cooled
Indicates whether a product uses water as its cooling medium. A value of "Yes" means the device incorporates a liquid‑cooling system that circulates water to dissipate heat, while "No" indicates it relies on air or other cooling methods.
No
Width
The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
304 mm
Windows operating systems supported
A list of Microsoft Windows operating system versions that the product is compatible with, including any relevant architecture or edition information.
Windows 10
MSI

MSI is a Taiwanese computer hardware company that produces motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, and PCs. The company is well-known for its gaming laptops and gaming motherboards.