![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 CORNERSTONE overview](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-hero-cornerstone.jpg?imwidth=600)
![Core Boost Technology](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-core_boost.png?imwidth=600)
Combining 2x 8 pin power connectors and premium layout design, that is ready for unleashing the maximum performance.
![6 layer PCB with 2oz Thickened Copper](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-6_layer_pcb.png?imwidth=600)
6 layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability without any compromise.
![Digital PWM](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-digital_pwm.png?imwidth=600)
Highest quality component digital power IC makes sure your system runs smoothly under the most extreme conditions.
![PCIe Steel Armor](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-steel_armor.png?imwidth=600)
Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI for better performance, stability and strength.
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 THERMAL overview](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-hero-thermal.jpg?imwidth=600)
![](https://sam.msi.com/.img_store/PRO%20Z690-A%20DDR4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-hero-thermal.jpg?imwidth=600)
![Extended Heatsink](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-extended_heatsink.png?imwidth=600)
MSI extended PWM heatsink and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
![M.2 Shield Frozr](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-m_2_shield_frozr.png?imwidth=600)
Strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster.
![Pump Fan Support](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-pump_fan_support.png?imwidth=600)
Control watercooling pump speeds for best flow and noise control.
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 LIGHTNING overview](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-hero-lightning.jpg?imwidth=600)
![2.5G Network Solution](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-2_5g-super_lan.png?imwidth=600)
Featuring premium 2.5G LAN with LAN manager delivers better network experience.
![Lightning USB 20G](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-d_typec-20g.png?imwidth=600)
Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port, offers the 20Gbps transmission speed, 4X faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1.
![Memory Boost](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-memory_boost.png?imwidth=600)
The fully isolated DDR circuit to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming and overclocking performance.
![Lightning Gen 5 Solution](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-icon-lightning_gen_5.png?imwidth=600)
The latest Gen 5 PCI-E solution with up to 128GB/s bandwidth for maximum transfer speed.
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 & MAG VAMPIRIC 300R & MAG CORELIQUID 240R & MPG A750GF](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-story.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-lightning_gen5_pcie.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 CORE BOOST](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-11th-core_boost.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 6-LAYER SERVER GRADE PCB WITH 2OZ THICKENED COPPER](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-6layer_server_grade_with_2oz_thickened.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 extended heatsink](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-extended_heatsink.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 USB Type-C ready in both Front case panel & Rear IO](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-usb_type-c.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 LIGHTNING GEN 4 M.2 WITH M.2 SHIELD FROZR](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-m2.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 FASTER LIGHTNING USB 20G](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-usb_20g.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 14 + 1 + 1 DUET RAIL POWER SYSTEM](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-vrm.jpg?imwidth=600)
- 2x 8 Pin CPU Power connectors
- 14 Duet Rail CPU PowerSystem
- 1 phase GT Power
- 1 phase AUX Power
- Digital PWM IC
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 UNMATCHED MEMORY PERFORMANCE](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-memory_boost_performance-ddr4-b.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 MAXIMIUM DATA TRANSFER WITH 2.5G LAN](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-2_5g_lan.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 EASY TO ARRANGE YOUR CABLES](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-pro-z690-a_ddr4-pcb_design.jpg?imwidth=600)
![MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 MULTIPLE GPU SUPPORTS AND STEEL ARMOR](https://storage-asset.msi.com/global/picture/image/feature/mb/Resellerpage/Z690/PRO/pro-a_ddr4/msi-steel_armor-non-b.jpg?imwidth=600)