Placa base ASRock Z790M-ITX WiFi — Intel Z790, LGA 1700, mini ITX, DDR5, 2x DIMM, 64GB, 2.5Gb LAN, Wi-Fi 6E

Dr. MOS integrated power stage delivers optimized synchronous buck-set down voltage regulation for motherboards, providing higher current per phase, improved thermal performance and stable power delivery. The 7+1+1 power phase design and 8-layer PCB support efficient CPU power distribution and memory overclocking. DDR5 support includes XMP and EXPO profiles and a dedicated protection circuit for DDR5 DIMMs. The board also features PCIe 5.0 with surface-mount technology, high-speed PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 support, Wi‑Fi 6E, multiple USB 3.2 Gen2 ports including a front Type-C header, Nahimic audio enhancements, Polychrome RGB headers, and an integrated eDP connector for an optional 13.3" side panel kit. An Auto Driver Installer utility simplifies initial driver setup.

Advantages

The integrated Dr. MOS design increases current delivery per phase while reducing thermal load compared with discrete MOSFETs. The 7+1+1 power phase layout and 8-layer PCB contribute to stable signals, lower operating temperatures and improved energy efficiency for memory overclocking. DDR5 XMP/EXPO support with pre-tested profiles enables straightforward memory overclocking when compatible modules are used, and the dedicated DDR5 protection circuit lowers the risk of module damage during installation or removal. Surface-mount PCIe 5.0 slots improve signal integrity at high speeds. Built-in Wi‑Fi 6E and multiple high-speed USB ports provide modern connectivity, while Nahimic audio and Polychrome RGB support expand multimedia and customization options.

Key specifications

• Power design: Dr. MOS integrated stage, 7+1+1 power phases
• PCB: 8-layer board for stable traces and improved thermal efficiency
• Memory: DDR5 with XMP & AMD EXPO support; DDR5 protection circuit
• Expansion slot: SMT-type PCIe 5.0 slot; PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 support
• Storage: High-speed M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4)
• Wireless: Wi‑Fi 6E 802.11ax (6 GHz support)
• USB: Front USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C header (up to 10 Gbps); four rear USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports
• Audio: Nahimic audio engine with noise suppression, echo cancellation and voice stabilization
• Lighting: Polychrome RGB onboard and addressable headers
• Display connector: Built-in eDP signal connector for ASRock 13.3" Side Panel kit
• Utilities: Auto Driver Installer preinstalled LAN driver

How to use

Install the motherboard in a compatible chassis, connect CPU, DDR5 memory modules that support Intel XMP or AMD EXPO if overclocking is desired, install storage devices (including PCIe Gen4 M.2 SSDs) and attach power and cooling. For the optional 13.3" Side Panel kit, connect the panel to the built-in eDP connector and provide the required power and mounting. Enable XMP/EXPO profiles in BIOS to apply pre-tested memory overclock settings. Use the Auto Driver Installer by running the utility, updating required drivers and following on-screen prompts to complete installation.

Recommendations

Use DDR5 memory modules certified for Intel XMP or AMD EXPO for stable overclocking, ensure the system is powered off before installing or removing DDR5 DIMMs to avoid electrical damage, and keep BIOS and drivers up to date via the Auto Driver Installer for best compatibility and performance.