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The MEG series seeks to transcend current gaming products, the flagship model designed to push the limits of what an extreme gaming series can be. Combining the strengths of our existing arsenal with new innovative technology; this results in significant improvements in operational and gaming efficiency. With the MEG series, take complete control of performance and personalization with the ultimate gaming series for enthusiasts who want it all.

CPU
  • Supports 10th Gen Intel Core, 11th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors for LGA 1200 socket
Chipset
  • Intel Z490 Express Chipset
Memory
  • 2 x DDR4 memory slots, support up to 64GB
  • Supports 1R 2133/2666/2933 MHz
    1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5000+ MHz
    1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4600+ MHz
  • Supports Dual-Channel mode
  • Supports non-ECC mode, un-buffered memory
  • Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
Onboard Graphics
  • 1x DisplayPort, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2304 @60Hz
  • 1x HDMI port, supports a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 @30Hz
  • Intel JHL7540 Thunderbolt 3 Controller
    1x Thunderbolt 3 [Type-C] port on the back panel
    Supports Thunderbolt 3 with a maximum resolution of 3840x2160 @60Hz or DisplayPort 1.4 with a maximum resolution of 4096x2304 @60 Hz
  • Maximum shared memory is 1GB
Audio
  • Realtek ALC1220 Codec
  • 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
  • Supports S/PDIF output
LAN
  • 1x Realtek RTL8125B 2.5G LAN controller
Wireless Communication Module

Intel AX201

  • The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 [Key-E] slot
  • Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz/ 5GHz [160MHz] up to 2.4Gbps
  • Supports 802.11ac
  • WiFi 6
  • Supports Bluetooth 5.1, FIPS, FISMA
Expansion Slots
  • 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (From CPU)
    Support up to PCIe 4.0 for 11th Gen Intel CPU
    Support up to PCIe 3.0 for 10th Gen Intel CPU
Multi-Graphics Technology
  • N/A
Storage Interface

Chipset:

  • 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
  • 2x M.2 slots [Key M]
  • M2_1 slot
    CPU support mode (From 11th Gen Intel CPU only)- supports PCIe 4.0 x4/3.0 x4
    Chipset support mode-supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA 6Gb/s
    Supports 2280 storage devices
  • M2_2 supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4, 2280 storage devices
  • Intel Optane Memory Ready
  • Supports Intel Smart Response Technology for Intel Core processors
  • The SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA device into M2_1 slot.
  • Before using Intel Optane memory modules, please ensure that you have updated the drivers and BIOS to the latest version from MSI website.
USB

Intel Z490 Chipset

  • 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 10Gbps ports [1 Type-A port on the back panel, 1 Type-C internal connector]
  • 4x USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps ports [2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 2 ports through the internal USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps connector]
  • 4x USB 2.0 ports [2 Type-A ports on the back panel, 2 ports through the internal USB 2.0 connector]

Intel JHL7540 Thunderbolt 3 Controller

  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 10Gbps Type-C port on the back panel
  • Supports up to 40 Gbps transfer rate with Thunderbolt 3 devices
  • Supports up to 10 Gbps transfer rate with USB 3.2 Gen2 10Gbps devices
  • Supports up to 5V/3A , 15W power charging
  • Supports Daisy-chain up to six Thunderbolt 3 devices
Internal I/O Connectors
  • 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
  • 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
  • 2 x M.2 slots [M-Key]
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 10Gbps Type-C port
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps connector [supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps ports]
  • 1 x USB 2.0 connector [supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports]
  • 1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector
  • 1 x 4-pin water-pump fan connector
  • 1 x 4-pin system fan connector
  • 1 x Front panel audio connector
  • 2 x System panel connectors
  • 1 x Chassis Intrusion connector
  • 2 x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors
  • 1 x TPM module connector
Back Panel Connectors
  • 1 x Display port
  • 2 x USB 2.0 ports
  • 1 x 2.5G LAN
  • 2 x Wi-Fi /Bluetooth Antenna Connectors
  • 5 x HD Audio Connectors
  • 1 x HDMI port
  • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps (Type-A)
  • 1 x Thunderbolt 3 (40Gbps)
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 10Gbps (Type-A)
  • 1 x Clear CMOS Button
  • 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out
I/O Controller
  • N/A
H/W Monitoring
  • Voltage detection
  • Temperature detection
  • Fan speed detection
  • Overheating warning
  • Fan fail warning
  • Fan speed control
    * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the fan you install.
BIOS
  • N/A
Unique Features
  • N/A
Bundled Software
  • Driver Disc
Operating System
  • Support for Windows 10 64-bit
Form Factor
  • Mini-ITX Form Factor, 17.0cm x 17.0cm

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MSI MEG Z490I UNIFY with Wi-Fi, Intel Z490 Chipset, LGA1200, Mini ITX Desktop Motherboard

  • Product Code: MEG-Z490I-UNIFY
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