Asrock Z690 Taichi Intel Z690 LGA 1700 ATX

Optimized VRM Design

SPS (Smart Power Stage)
Dr.MOS design features the latest SPS (Smart Power Stage) technology. It’s optimized for monitoring current and temperature of each phase, thus delivering smoother and neater power to the CPU with enhanced performance and OC capability.

20 Power Phase Design
Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU. Plus, it offers unmatched overclocking capabilities and enhanced performance with the lowest temperature for advanced gamers as well.

8 Layer PCB
The 8 Layer PCB provides stable signal traces and power shapes delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for memory overclocking! Thus, it's able to support the latest memory modules with most extreme memory performance!

2oz Copper PCB
2 ounce copper inner layers that provide stable signal traces and power shapes! Delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for overclocking.

DDR5 Memory with Protection Circuit

Reinforced DIMM Slot
The reinforced DIMM slot is surfaced mounted onto the motherboard to give better physical strength as well as a more stable memory signal, with this superior revolutionary design, it is able to dramatically overclock DRAM module up to insane frequency.

DIY Friendly Design
Due to the unique electrical architecture of DDR5 DIMM, there’s a high risk of damaging the memory module if AC power isn’t disconnected properly during removal or installation. To prevent this, ASRock has implemented a trouble free protection circuit on every DDR5 motherboard, lowers the risk of damaging your memory module.

PCIe 5.0 + Surface-Mount Tech
Compares to conventional DIP style PCIe slot, the SMT type PCIe slot improves signal flow and maximize stability under high speed, a key breakthrough to fully support the lighting speed of the latest PCIe 5.0 standard.
The latest PCI Express 5.0 is capable to perform a breathtaking bandwidth of 128GBps, ready to unleash the full potential of future high end graphic cards.

KiLLER Networking

KiLLER E3100 + AX1675
The Killer Ethernet controller is designed specically for competitive gamers and performance-hungry users, this motherboard comes with both Killer E3100 2.5G Ethernet & WiFi 6E solution, the enhanced detection and prioritization engine provides the ultimate networking experience for gaming and multimedia applications.

KiLLER Doubleshot Pro
Killer DoubleShot Pro allows the use of both the Killer Wireless and Killer Ethernet interfaces work at the same time which will give the end user max throughput as high as 4.9 Gbps, it automatically utilizes the fastest network connection for high priority traffic, this ensures the highest priority traffic will always be put on the fastest and most reliable link.

Benefits
- Speed: DoubleShot Pro Technology delivers the maximum speed and throughput possible for your computer by allowing your computer to use all of your network adapters at the same time.
- Intelligence: The Killer Prioritization Engine to automatically classify and prioritize high priority traffic like online games, streaming video, and high quality audio to be handled by the systems fastest network interface. This will provide users with a higher quality experience with fewer interruptions.
- Maximum Control: Utilize the Killer Control Center 2.0 to see and manage which network connection your applications are using. Set limits using Visual Bandwidth Control or shut them down completely with application blocking, so they don’t interfere with higher priority apps.

Thunderbolt Technology

Thunderbolt 4/USB4 Type-C
Thunderbolt 4/USB4 technology brings speed and versatility to the most advanced USB Type-C, offering a fast and simple level of connection for work or home. It enables lightning-fast data transfer up to 40Gbps and connects external monitors, Thunderbolt, and USB devices with a single Thunderbolt 4 cable.

Fast Charging Technology
Enjoy the superfast charging rate, up to 9V@3A 27W with the next generation PD 3.0!

High Definition Sound Effects

ESS SABRE9218 DAC

- True Hi-Fi Audio. No distorted digital signal
- 130dB SNR
- 112dB THD+N and supports higher impedance up to 600 Ω headphone

WIMA Audio Cap
Optimized for high end audio applications! Deliver crystal and balanced sound to satisfy even the pickiest audiophile.

Nahimic Audio
Whether you are using headphones, a headset, external or internal speakers, via USB, Wi-Fi, analog output or even HDMI, Nahimic Audio offers you the most engaging listening experience, vibrant and rich with details.

Independent SATA & USB Port
Protect your valuable data from hackers! ASRock has built in one SATA & USB port that is independent from others, once this feature is activated from BIOS setting, the independent SATA & USB port is cutoff from other ports to prevent malwares and ransomware from accessing.

Deluxe Accessories

ASRock Graphics Card Holder
Install your heavy graphics card on the holder; connect it to your motherboard and chassis with screws. Flexibly slide up and down to perfectly adjust the height required for your graphics card in place.

Wireless Dongle USB Bracket
Allow ASRock to be your most trustworthy ally, providing the anti-interference hardware. Place your wireless dongle as far away as possible to prevent the noise impact between the devices on 2.4GHz data spectrum, this Wireless Dongle USB Bracket is packed with selected motherboards to aid you on building your PC without interference.

Personalized MOS FAN
Optimized FAN design for the better heat disspation. You can choose bundled 3CM high performance fan, or upgrade to your own 4CM fan for better cooling and silence performance.

Lightning Gaming Ports
Aimed for die hard gamers and enthusiasts! Lightning Gaming Ports are sourced from two different controller interfaces that assist gamers in connecting the high speed mice/keyboard with the lower jitter and latency!

POLYCHROME RGB
In addition to the built-in RGB illumination, it also features onboard RGB headers and an addressable RGB header that allow motherboard to be connected to compatible LED devices such as strip, CPU fans, coolers, chassis and so on. Users may also synchronize RGB LED devices across the Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories to create their own unique lighting effects.

High Speed M.2 Solution

PCIe Gen4 x4 for SSD
This motherboard is capable of accomadating multiple M.2 storage devices, one of which can support PCI Express 4.0 M.2 SSD, it is capable of performing twice the speed compared to previous 3rd generation, giving a lightning fast data transferring experience.

Anti-Drop Screw
Tired of dropping screws or screws missing inside chassis?
The enhanced M.2 heatsink with anti-drop screw design that make sure installation process more easily.

Front USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C
The latest USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C delivers up to 20 Gbps data transfer rate which is 2x as fast as previous generation, providing a blazing fast data transfer interface with reversible USB Type-C design that fits the connector either way.

EZ Setting

Auto Driver Installer
No need to worry about lack of disk drive! Asrock preinstall LAN driver to ensure that you are able to install all drivers needed in an easier way than using SCD.
step1: Install Auto Driver Installer
step2: Update drivers needed
step3: Done!

BIOS Flashback
Get the most convenient BIOS flashing with just a simple click. Users can easily achieve the latest BIOS support with a USB and power supply, No CPU, RAM or other components required.

Flexible Integrated IO Shield
Unlike most so called pre-mounted I/O shield that is only decorated with fancy color schemes. We reserve more tolerance space and allow IO shield is adjustable when installing, thus fitting chassis perfectly without any mechanical issue.

Asrock Z690 Taichi. Processor manufacturer: Intel, Processor socket: LGA 1700, Compatible processor series: Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core™ i3, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i9, Intel® Pentium®. Supported memory types: DDR5-SDRAM, Maximum internal memory: 128 GB, Memory slots type: DIMM. Supported storage drive interfaces: M.2, SATA III, Supported storage drive types: HDD & SSD, RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 10. Parallel processing technology support: Crossfire, Maximum resolution: 7680 x 4320 pixels. Ethernet interface type: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, LAN controller: Intel® I219-V, Killer E3100G, Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Processore
Produttore processore	Intel
Presa per processore	LGA 1700
Processori compatibili	Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core™ i3, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i9, Intel® Pentium®
Numero massimo processori SMP	1
Memoria
Tipi di memoria supportati	DDR5-SDRAM
Numero di slot di memoria	4
tipo di slot di memoria	DIMM
Canali di memoria	Dual-channel
Non-ECC	Sì
Velocità di memoria supportate	6400 MHz
RAM massima supportata	128 GB
Senza buffer	Sì
Controller di archiviazione
Tipi di unità di archiviazione supportate	HDD & SSD
Interfacce dell'unità di archiviazione supportate	M.2, SATA III
Supporto RAID	Sì
Livelli RAID	0, 1, 5, 10
Grafica
Tecnologia di processo parallela	Crossfire
Risoluzione massima	7680 x 4320 Pixel
HDCP	Sì
I/O interni
Connettori USB 2.0	2
Connettori USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)	2
Numero di connettori SATA III	6
Connettore pannello audio frontale	Sì
Connettore ATX (24-PIN)	Sì
Connettore ventola CPU	Sì
Numero di connettori ventola chassis	4
Connettore TPM	Sì
Connettore LED RGB	Sì
Pannello posteriore porte I/O
Quantità di porte USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) di tipo A	4
Quantità di porte USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) di tipo A	2
Quantità porte Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)	2
Quantità porte HDMI	1
Versione HDMI	2.1
Porta uscita S/PDIF	Sì
Uscita audio digitale ottico	1
Quantità porte Thunderbolt	2
Spinotto antenna WiFi-AP	2
Collegamento in rete
Collegamento ethernet LAN	Sì
Tipo di interfaccia Ethernet	2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Controller LAN	Intel® I219-V, Killer E3100G
Wake-on-LAN ready	Sì
Wi-Fi	Sì
Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Standard Wi-Fi	802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth	Sì
Caratteristiche
Componente per	PC
Fattore di forma scheda madre	ATX
Famiglia di chipset per scheda madre	Intel
Chipset scheda madre	Intel Z690
Chip audio	Realtek ALC1220
Sistema audio	7.1 canali
Monitoraggio dello stato di salute del PC	CPU, Ventilatore, LED, Temperatura, Tension
Sistema operativo Windows supportato	Windows 10 x64, Windows 11 x64
Certificazione	FCC, CE, ErP/EuP
Slot espansione
Slot PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x)	1
PCI Express x16 slots	3
Numero di slot di M.2 (M)	3
BIOS
Tipo BIOS	UEFI AMI
Dimensione memoria BIOS	256 Mbit
Versione ACPI	6.0
Tasto di azzeramento CMOS	Sì
Versione System management BIOS (SMBIOS)	2.7
Dimensioni e peso
Larghezza	305 mm
Profondità	244 mm
Altezza	70 mm
Contenuto dell'imballo
Cavi inclusi	SATA
Drivers inclusi	Sì
Altre caratteristiche
Peso	1 kg