ASRock Z490 Steel Legend LGA1200 DDR4 ATX Motherboard

ASRock Z490 Steel Legend - Description

LGA1200 DDR4 ATX Motherboard

Power and Performance for Intel® Processors:

ASRock Z490 Steel Legend Motherboard is built to support both 10th Gen and 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors, delivering the ideal foundation for gamers, creators, and performance enthusiasts. With its 11-phase Dr.MOS power design, Digi Power technology, and support for Intel® Turbo Boost Max 3.0, this motherboard ensures stable overclocking and exceptional power delivery for high-performance CPUs. Whether you are gaming or multitasking, the Z490 Steel Legend provides the durability and speed needed for demanding workloads.

Advanced Memory and Expansion Capabilities:

Equipped with four DDR4 DIMM slots, the Z490 Steel Legend supports up to 128GB of dual-channel DDR4 memory, reaching speeds of 4266+ MHz (OC). Intel® XMP 2.0 is fully supported for easy overclocking profiles, while gold-plated DIMM contacts guarantee reliability and long-lasting performance. Expansion is seamless with two PCIe x16 slots for high-end graphics cards, three PCIe x1 slots, and an M.2 Key E slot for Wi-Fi modules. For gaming setups, the board supports AMD Quad CrossFireX™ and CrossFireX™ multi-GPU configurations.

High-Speed Storage and Connectivity:

Storage performance is maximized with one Hyper M.2 slot (PCIe Gen4 x4) for 11th Gen CPUs, and two Ultra M.2 slots (PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3), ensuring lightning-fast data transfers and support for Intel® Optane™ memory technology. Traditional storage needs are met with six SATA3 ports supporting RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. Connectivity is equally powerful, with Dragon 2.5 Gigabit LAN delivering fast and reliable networking. USB support includes two USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A & Type-C), seven USB 3.2 Gen1, and multiple USB 2.0 ports, ensuring smooth connections for peripherals and high-speed devices.

Immersive Audio and Graphics Support:

The ASRock Z490 Steel Legend integrates Realtek ALC1200 7.1 HD audio with Nahimic software, premium capacitors, and PCB shielding for crystal-clear sound. Gamers and media enthusiasts will enjoy high-definition audio with Blu-ray support and 110dB SNR DAC. Onboard display outputs include HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.4, capable of delivering 4K UHD resolution, making this board versatile for users relying on integrated Intel® UHD Graphics.

Durable Design with ASRock Exclusive Features:

Built with ASRock Super Alloy technology, the Z490 Steel Legend offers enhanced durability through XXL aluminum heatsinks, Nichicon 12K capacitors, and a 2oz copper PCB. The motherboard also includes full M.2 heatsinks, I/O armor, and reinforced PCIe Steel Slots for added strength. Customization is enhanced with ASRock Polychrome SYNC RGB lighting, supporting addressable LED headers for vibrant PC builds. With advanced cooling support, POST status checker, and ASRock’s UEFI BIOS features, the Z490 Steel Legend balances performance, reliability, and style.

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