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... the URL by scanning the QR code. Some of Screws Quick Start 1 Preparing Tools and Components Intel® LGA1700 CPU LGA1700 CPU Fan DDR5 Memory Power Supply Unit Chassis Graphics Card Thermal Paste SATA Hard Disk Drive SATA DVD Drive Phillips Screwdriver A Package of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Quick Start Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI/ MAG Z690 TORPEDO motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your phone or tablet.
... the URL by scanning the QR code. Some of Screws Quick Start 1 Preparing Tools and Components Intel® LGA1700 CPU LGA1700 CPU Fan DDR5 Memory Power Supply Unit Chassis Graphics Card Thermal Paste SATA Hard Disk Drive SATA DVD Drive Phillips Screwdriver A Package of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Quick Start Thank you for purchasing the MSI® MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI/ MAG Z690 TORPEDO motherboard. This Quick Start section provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your phone or tablet.
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... a Processor 4 Installing DDR5 memory 5 Connecting the Front Panel Header 6 Installing the Motherboard 7 Connecting the Power Connectors 8 Installing SATA Drives 9 Installing a Graphics Card 10 Connecting Peripheral Devices 11 Power On...12 Specifications...15 Package contents 22 Block Diagram ...23 Rear I/O Panel...24 LAN Port LED Status Table 24 Audio Ports Configuration 24 Realtek Audio Console 25 Overview of Components 28 CPU Socket...30 DIMM Slots...31 PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots 32 JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors 32 M2_1~4: M.2 Slots (Key M 33 SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb...
... a Processor 4 Installing DDR5 memory 5 Connecting the Front Panel Header 6 Installing the Motherboard 7 Connecting the Power Connectors 8 Installing SATA Drives 9 Installing a Graphics Card 10 Connecting Peripheral Devices 11 Power On...12 Specifications...15 Package contents 22 Block Diagram ...23 Rear I/O Panel...24 LAN Port LED Status Table 24 Audio Ports Configuration 24 Realtek Audio Console 25 Overview of Components 28 CPU Socket...30 DIMM Slots...31 PCI_E1~4: PCIe Expansion Slots 32 JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors 32 M2_1~4: M.2 Slots (Key M 33 SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb...
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JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper 43 JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector 43 JRGB1: RGB LED connector 44 JRAINBOW1~3: Addressable RGB LED connectors 45 Onboard LEDs...46 EZ Debug LED...46 LED_SW1: EZ LED Control 46 Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center 47 Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11 47 Installing Drivers 47 MSI Center...47 UEFI BIOS...48 BIOS Setup...49 Entering BIOS Setup 49 BIOS User Guide...49 Resetting BIOS...50 Updating BIOS...50 RAID Configuration 52 Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration 53 Troubleshooting 54 14 Contents
JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper 43 JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector 43 JRGB1: RGB LED connector 44 JRAINBOW1~3: Addressable RGB LED connectors 45 Onboard LEDs...46 EZ Debug LED...46 LED_SW1: EZ LED Control 46 Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center 47 Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11 47 Installing Drivers 47 MSI Center...47 UEFI BIOS...48 BIOS Setup...49 Entering BIOS Setup 49 BIOS User Guide...49 Resetting BIOS...50 Updating BIOS...50 RAID Configuration 52 Intel® Optane™ Memory Configuration 53 Troubleshooting 54 14 Contents
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... DDR5 memory slots, supporting up to PCIe 3.0 x1 ∙∙1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (From Z690 chipset) ∙∙Supports AMD CrossFire™ Technology ∙∙1x HDMI 2.1 with HDR port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz*/** ∙∙1x DisplayPort 1.4 port with HBR3, supporting a maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz*/** * Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. ** Graphics specifications may vary depending on next column Specifications 15 overclocking frequency: ▪▪1DPC 1R Max speed...
... DDR5 memory slots, supporting up to PCIe 3.0 x1 ∙∙1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (From Z690 chipset) ∙∙Supports AMD CrossFire™ Technology ∙∙1x HDMI 2.1 with HDR port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz*/** ∙∙1x DisplayPort 1.4 port with HBR3, supporting a maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz*/** * Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. ** Graphics specifications may vary depending on next column Specifications 15 overclocking frequency: ▪▪1DPC 1R Max speed...
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...2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors ∙∙6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ∙∙4x M.2 slots (M-Key) ∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port ∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports) ∙∙2x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) ∙∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector ∙∙1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector ∙∙6x 4-pin system fan connectors ∙∙1x Front panel audio connector ∙∙2x System panel connectors ∙∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector...
...2x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors ∙∙6x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ∙∙4x M.2 slots (M-Key) ∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port ∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports) ∙∙2x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports) ∙∙1x 4-pin CPU fan connector ∙∙1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector ∙∙6x 4-pin system fan connectors ∙∙1x Front panel audio connector ∙∙2x System panel connectors ∙∙1x Chassis Intrusion connector...
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... Flash BIOS button ∙∙2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports ∙∙2x USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps Type-A ports ∙∙1x LAN I225V port ∙∙3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A port ∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port ∙∙2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors (For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI) ∙∙5x Audio jacks ∙∙1x Optical S/PDIF Out connector NUVOTON NCT6687-R Controller Chip ∙∙CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection ∙∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed...
... Flash BIOS button ∙∙2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports ∙∙2x USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps Type-A ports ∙∙1x LAN I225V port ∙∙3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-A port ∙∙1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port ∙∙2x Wi-Fi Antenna connectors (For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI) ∙∙5x Audio jacks ∙∙1x Optical S/PDIF Out connector NUVOTON NCT6687-R Controller Chip ∙∙CPU/ System/ Chipset temperature detection ∙∙CPU/ System/ Pump fan speed...
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...;Audio Boost 5 ∙∙ Network ▪▪2.5G LAN ▪▪LAN Manager ▪▪Intel Wi-Fi (For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI) ∙∙ Cooling ▪▪All Aluminum Design ▪▪Extended Heatsink Design ▪▪M.2 Shield Frozr ▪▪Pump Fan ▪▪Smart Fan Control ▪▪7W/mK MOSFET thermal pad ▪▪Choke thermal pad ∙∙ LED...
...;Audio Boost 5 ∙∙ Network ▪▪2.5G LAN ▪▪LAN Manager ▪▪Intel Wi-Fi (For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI) ∙∙ Cooling ▪▪All Aluminum Design ▪▪Extended Heatsink Design ▪▪M.2 Shield Frozr ▪▪Pump Fan ▪▪Smart Fan Control ▪▪7W/mK MOSFET thermal pad ▪▪Choke thermal pad ∙∙ LED...
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... of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your motherboard package. It should contain: Motherboard Documentation Application Cables Accessories MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI/ MAG Z690 TORPEDO User manual 1 Quick installation guide 1 USB drive with drivers & utilities 1 SATA 6Gb/s cables (2 cables/pack) 1 Wi-Fi antenna (For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI) 1 Case badge 1 EZ M.2 clip (1 set/pack) 1 M.2 screw + standoff (1 set/pack) (For MAG Z690 TORPEDO) 1 MAG sticker 1 Product registration card 1 ⚠⚠Important If any of your retailer. 22 Package contents...
... of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your motherboard package. It should contain: Motherboard Documentation Application Cables Accessories MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI/ MAG Z690 TORPEDO User manual 1 Quick installation guide 1 USB drive with drivers & utilities 1 SATA 6Gb/s cables (2 cables/pack) 1 Wi-Fi antenna (For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI) 1 Case badge 1 EZ M.2 clip (1 set/pack) 1 M.2 screw + standoff (1 set/pack) (For MAG Z690 TORPEDO) 1 MAG sticker 1 Product registration card 1 ⚠⚠Important If any of your retailer. 22 Package contents...
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...No link Linked Data activity Speed LED Status Description Off Green Orange 10 Mbps connection 100/1000 Mbps connection 2.5 Gbps connection Audio Ports Configuration 24 Rear I /O Panel DisplayPort Flash BIOS port USB 2.0 Type-A Wi-Fi Antenna Audio Ports connectors 2.5Gbps LAN Flash BIOS USB 3.2 Button Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-A USB 3.2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Gen 2x2 (10Gbps) (20Gbps) Type-A Type-C Optical S/PDIF-Out For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI ∙∙ Flash BIOS Port/ Button - Rear I /O Panel Audio Ports Channel 2468 Center/ Sub-woofer Out ●● Rear Speaker Out ●●...
...No link Linked Data activity Speed LED Status Description Off Green Orange 10 Mbps connection 100/1000 Mbps connection 2.5 Gbps connection Audio Ports Configuration 24 Rear I /O Panel DisplayPort Flash BIOS port USB 2.0 Type-A Wi-Fi Antenna Audio Ports connectors 2.5Gbps LAN Flash BIOS USB 3.2 Button Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-A USB 3.2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Gen 2x2 (10Gbps) (20Gbps) Type-A Type-C Optical S/PDIF-Out For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI ∙∙ Flash BIOS Port/ Button - Rear I /O Panel Audio Ports Channel 2468 Center/ Sub-woofer Out ●● Rear Speaker Out ●●...
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... cooling fans work properly to support overclocking. A CPU heatsink is designed to protect the CPU from the power outlet before booting your system. ∙∙Overheating can tolerate overclocking. Always make sure that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the protective cap on the CPU socket. ∙∙When installing a CPU, always remember to operate beyond product specifications. 30 Overview of Components Any attempt to install a CPU heatsink...
... cooling fans work properly to support overclocking. A CPU heatsink is designed to protect the CPU from the power outlet before booting your system. ∙∙Overheating can tolerate overclocking. Always make sure that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the protective cap on the CPU socket. ∙∙When installing a CPU, always remember to operate beyond product specifications. 30 Overview of Components Any attempt to install a CPU heatsink...
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... HDD LED Reset Switch 1 HDD LED + 2 3 HDD LED - 4 5 Reset Switch 6 7 Reset Switch 8 9 Reserved 10 Power LED + Power LED Power Switch Power Switch No Pin 32 Overview of the slot. ∙∙For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using the PCI_E1 slot is recommended. ∙∙When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion card's documentation to the switches and LEDs on the front panel. JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors...
... HDD LED Reset Switch 1 HDD LED + 2 3 HDD LED - 4 5 Reset Switch 6 7 Reset Switch 8 9 Reserved 10 Power LED + Power LED Power Switch Power Switch No Pin 32 Overview of the slot. ∙∙For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using the PCI_E1 slot is recommended. ∙∙When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion card's documentation to the switches and LEDs on the front panel. JFP1, JFP2: Front Panel Connectors...
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M2_1~4: M.2 Slots (Key M) ⚠⚠Important ∙∙Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ∙∙M2_2~4 slots support Intel® Optane™ M2_1 Memory. M2_2 M2_4 M2_3 For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI M.2 slot installation 1. Remove the M.2 SHIELD FROZR and remove the protective films from the thermal pads. 2 1 M2_1 1 1 1 M2_2 1 M2_3&M2_4 1 2 2 Overview of M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink. 2. Loosen the screws of Components 33
M2_1~4: M.2 Slots (Key M) ⚠⚠Important ∙∙Intel® RST only supports PCIe M.2 SSD with UEFI ROM. ∙∙M2_2~4 slots support Intel® Optane™ M2_1 Memory. M2_2 M2_4 M2_3 For MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI M.2 slot installation 1. Remove the M.2 SHIELD FROZR and remove the protective films from the thermal pads. 2 1 M2_1 1 1 1 M2_2 1 M2_3&M2_4 1 2 2 Overview of M.2 SHIELD FROZR heatsink. 2. Loosen the screws of Components 33
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... Pin SMBCLK_VSB SMBDATA_VSB Ground PD_IRQ# Overview of Components 43 Plug the power cord and Power on the motherboard to save system configuration data. JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from JBAT1. 4. JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector This connector allows you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds. 3. If you to default values 1. Remove the jumper cap from a battery located...
... Pin SMBCLK_VSB SMBDATA_VSB Ground PD_IRQ# Overview of Components 43 Plug the power cord and Power on the motherboard to save system configuration data. JBAT1: Clear CMOS (Reset BIOS) Jumper There is CMOS memory onboard that is external powered from JBAT1. 4. JTBT1: Thunderbolt Add-on Card Connector This connector allows you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to short JBAT1 for about 5-10 seconds. 3. If you to default values 1. Remove the jumper cap from a battery located...
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...://download.msi.com/manual/mb/MSICENTER.pdf or scan the QR code to access. ⚠⚠Important Functions may vary depending on the product you can customize ideal modes, monitor system performance, and adjust fan speed. Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11 1. Follow the instructions on PCs and other MSI products. Insert MSI® USB Drive into Boot Menu. 5. Click the Install button...
...://download.msi.com/manual/mb/MSICENTER.pdf or scan the QR code to access. ⚠⚠Important Functions may vary depending on the product you can customize ideal modes, monitor system performance, and adjust fan speed. Installing OS, Drivers & MSI Center Please download and update the latest utilities and drivers at www.msi.com Installing Windows 10/ Windows 11 1. Follow the instructions on PCs and other MSI products. Insert MSI® USB Drive into Boot Menu. 5. Click the Install button...
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...: Enter Favorites menu F4: Enter CPU Specifications menu F5: Enter Memory-Z menu F6: Load optimized defaults F7: Switch between Yes or No to access. Ctrl+F: Enter Search page * When you are familiar with BIOS. ⚠⚠Important ∙∙BIOS items are continuously update for system stability in normal conditions. BIOS User Guide If you'd like to know more instructions on setting up the BIOS, please refer to http://download.msi.com/manual/mb/Intel600BIOS.pdf or...
...: Enter Favorites menu F4: Enter CPU Specifications menu F5: Enter Memory-Z menu F6: Load optimized defaults F7: Switch between Yes or No to access. Ctrl+F: Enter Search page * When you are familiar with BIOS. ⚠⚠Important ∙∙BIOS items are continuously update for system stability in normal conditions. BIOS User Guide If you'd like to know more instructions on setting up the BIOS, please refer to http://download.msi.com/manual/mb/Intel600BIOS.pdf or...
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... motherboard model from MSI website. Press to activate M-Flash for resetting BIOS. Please refer the following methods to enter flash mode. ▪▪Reboot and press Ctrl + F5 key during POST to reboot the system. And then save the BIOS file into the USB port. 3. Switch to perform the BIOS update process. 5. Select a BIOS file to the target BIOS ROM by Multi-BIOS switch. Please refer to load optimized defaults. ∙∙Short the Clear CMOS jumper on Yes to enter BIOS. Resetting BIOS...
... motherboard model from MSI website. Press to activate M-Flash for resetting BIOS. Please refer the following methods to enter flash mode. ▪▪Reboot and press Ctrl + F5 key during POST to reboot the system. And then save the BIOS file into the USB port. 3. Switch to perform the BIOS update process. 5. Select a BIOS file to the target BIOS ROM by Multi-BIOS switch. Please refer to load optimized defaults. ∙∙Short the Clear CMOS jumper on Yes to enter BIOS. Resetting BIOS...
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... to flash BIOS, and the LED starts flashing. 6. Updating BIOS with MSI Center Before updating: ∙∙Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the internet connection is completed. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU and memory.) 4. Select Live Update and click on the rear I/O panel. 5. Please download the latest BIOS file that contains the MSI.ROM file into the Flash BIOS Port on Advance button. 3. Plug the USB storage device that matches your motherboard model from the MSI...
... to flash BIOS, and the LED starts flashing. 6. Updating BIOS with MSI Center Before updating: ∙∙Make sure the LAN driver is already installed and the internet connection is completed. Connect the power supply to CPU_PWR1 and ATX_PWR1. (No need to install CPU and memory.) 4. Select Live Update and click on the rear I/O panel. 5. Please download the latest BIOS file that contains the MSI.ROM file into the Flash BIOS Port on Advance button. 3. Plug the USB storage device that matches your motherboard model from the MSI...
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... working speaker or headphone. There is no network ∙∙Make sure the network chipset driver has been installed. ∙∙Verify if the network cable is turned on. ∙∙Select different inputs on the motherboard rear IO panel. ∙∙Remove secondary speakers/ headphones, HDMI cables, USB audio devices. ∙∙Test with Dual BIOS) 54 Troubleshooting The computer does not boot after updating the BIOS ∙∙Clear the CMOS. ∙∙Use the secondary BIOS...
... working speaker or headphone. There is no network ∙∙Make sure the network chipset driver has been installed. ∙∙Verify if the network cable is turned on. ∙∙Select different inputs on the motherboard rear IO panel. ∙∙Remove secondary speakers/ headphones, HDMI cables, USB audio devices. ∙∙Test with Dual BIOS) 54 Troubleshooting The computer does not boot after updating the BIOS ∙∙Clear the CMOS. ∙∙Use the secondary BIOS...
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... OFFICE USE This device complies with the same or equivalent type recommended by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to the following EU Directives as may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for further recycling information. KC인증서 yy MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI R-R-MSI-30-7D32 30-7D32 2021 MSI/중국 yy MAG Z690 TORPEDO R-R-MSI...
... OFFICE USE This device complies with the same or equivalent type recommended by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to the following EU Directives as may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for further recycling information. KC인증서 yy MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI R-R-MSI-30-7D32 30-7D32 2021 MSI/중국 yy MAG Z690 TORPEDO R-R-MSI...
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...Support If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be trademarks of their respective owners. MSI reserves the right to make changes to accuracy or completeness is a registered trademark of purchase or local distributor. No warranty as to this document without prior notice. The MSI logo used is expressed...;1. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other marks and names mentioned may be obtained from the user guide, please contact your product at: http://register.msi.com iv Regulatory Notices
...Support If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be trademarks of their respective owners. MSI reserves the right to make changes to accuracy or completeness is a registered trademark of purchase or local distributor. No warranty as to this document without prior notice. The MSI logo used is expressed...;1. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other marks and names mentioned may be obtained from the user guide, please contact your product at: http://register.msi.com iv Regulatory Notices
