General Information

• Manufacturer: MSI
• Brand Name: MSI
• Manufacturer Part Number: Z890ACE
• Product Line: MEG
• Product Model: Z890 ACE
• Product Name: MEG Z890 ACE Gaming Desktop Motherboard
• Product Type: Gaming Desktop Motherboard

Marketing Information:

• Furnished premium aesthetics with its dark black finish and pale gold embellishes. Developed to unlock the full gaming potential of the Intel Core Ultra processor by combining elite hardware system support and premium durability, the MEG Z890 ACE is an outstanding ATX of Z890 platform for extreme settings in terms of overclocking the processor, DDR5 memory, and graphics card at the highest level.
• The MSI ENTHUSIAST GAMING (MEG) series sets the new standard for gaming excellence, offering raw power and precision engineering with sophisticated design philosophy. Each product in the series is crafted to meet the highest standards of gaming performance and elegance, making it the ultimate gaming experience that every gamer dreams of.
• With mythological power, divine imagery, and ancient lore woven into every aspect of the product line, the MEG series delivers an immersive and captivating gaming experience that is unmatched in sophistication and performance. It transcends being just a collection of products; it represents the pinnacle of gaming luxury, revolutionizing the gaming world and becoming the top choice for discerning gamers worldwide.
• EZ PCIe Release
• An easy-to-access physical button release mechanism that can help remove any PCIe card with a single tap, making it much easier to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device, streamlining the entire process and enhancing user experience.
• Dual BIOS Switch
• Switching to backup BIOS ROM in one second while the main BIOS ROM got wrong.
• EZ LED Switch
• Tuning off all LEDs connected to motherboard by just one click.
• Pre-Installed I/O Shield
• The Pre-Installed I/O Shield offers a streamlined and hassle-free installation experience by eliminating the need to manually fit the I/O shield during motherboard setup. With its built-in design, it ensures proper alignment and a secure fit, providing both protection and convenience while enhancing the overall durability of your build.
• EZ MOUNTING
• MSI motherboards circuitry ensure the case standoff keep out zones are pure and clean. Moreover, the protective paint is printed around each screw hole to prevent parts from being scratched or damaged to the motherboard.
• EZ ANTENNA
• MSI EZ Antenna makes the process effortless by simply attaching fasteners to the motherboard without rotation.
• EZ Conn header (JAF_2)
• MSI's EZ Conn header(JAF_2) allows users to easily connect MSI EZ series fans (7 pin) or MSI liquid cooling (11 pin). If you don't have the above products, we also provide a 1 to 3 EZ Conn-Cable, enabling you to connect ARGB light, system fan and USB device.
• EZ FRONT PANEL CABLE
• This cable takes care of the tedious part of the build process, makes motherboard front panel connections quickly and accurately.
• EZ DRIVER INSTALLATION
• MSI Driver Utility Installer automatically detects and presents suitable drivers and utilities once connected to the internet, install them with just a few clicks.
• USB Drive includes the utilities and drivers for setup process. It can also be the USB drive to store BIOS files for BIOS update.
• EZ DEBUG LED
• Onboard LEDs will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.
• EZ DIGI-DEBUG LED
• Displays the error code for troubleshooting. Also functions as temperature monitor!
• EZ MEMORY DETECTION LED
• This LED lights up when it detects faulty memory in slots, eliminating guesswork from troubleshooting.

Technical Information

• AI-powered: Yes

Processor & Chipset

• Chipset Manufacturer: Intel
• Chipset Model: Z890
• Total Processor Supported: 1
• Processor Socket: Socket LGA-1851
• Processor Supported: Core Ultra

Memory

• Number of Memory Slots: 4
• Memory Form Factor:
  • DIMM
  • UDIMM
• Maximum Memory Supported: 256 GB
• Memory Technology: DDR5 SDRAM
• Memory Speed Supported:
  • 9200 MHz
  • 7200 MHz
  • 6400 MHz
  • 4800 MHz

I/O Controller

• Controller Type: Serial ATA/600
• RAID Supported: Yes
• RAID Levels:
  • 0
  • 1
  • 5
  • 10

Video

• Onboard Video: CPU Dependent Video

Audio

• Audio Channels: 7.1

Network & Communication

• Bluetooth: Yes
• Bluetooth Standard: Bluetooth 5.4
• Gigabit Ethernet: Yes
• 10Gigabit Ethernet: Yes
• Wireless LAN: Yes
• Wireless LAN Standard: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be

I/O Expansions

• Total Number of Expansion Slots: 3
• PCI Express Standard:
  • PCI Express 5.0
  • PCI Express 4.0
• Total Number of PCI Express Slots: 3
• Number of PCI Express x16 Slots: 3

Interfaces/Ports

• Total Number of USB Ports: 13
• S/PDIF: Yes
• HD-: Yes
• HD- Version: 2.1
• DisplayPort: Yes
• Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports: 1
• Thunderbolt: Yes
• Number of Thunderbolt 4 Ports: 2

Onboard Interfaces

• Number of SATA Interfaces: 4
• Number of M.2 Interfaces: 5
• Total Number of Onboard USB Ports: 9
• Number of Onboard USB 2.0 Ports: 4

Physical Characteristics

• Form Factor: ATX
• Width: 12"
• Depth: 9.6"

Miscellaneous

• Package Contents:
  • MEG Z890 ACE Gaming Desktop Motherboard
  • Quick Installation Guide
  • SATA Cable
  • Cable Stickers
  • Wi-FI Antenna
• Brand Compatibility: Intel

Warranty

• Limited Warranty: 3 Year from MSI

Shipping Notes:

All our products are normally shipped within 1-3 business days from any of our warehouse locations below:

• Monrovia, CA 91016 (Most usual)
• Fresno, CA 93725
• Newman, GA 30265
• Bolingbrook, IL
• Middletown, PA 17057
• Harrisburg PA 17112

Orders may be shipped with "Signature Confirmation" as required by Ebay for your protection. 

If you have any questions, please send a message using the "Contact."  We normally respond within a few minutes during business hours.

California Prop 65 Warning. This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 

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