Name: MSI MEG Z490 GODLIKE eATX Motherboard for Intel LGA1200 CPUs
Brand: MSI
SKU: MBD2743
Price: 739.19 GBP
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MSI MEG Z490 GODLIKE Intel Socket 1200 Motherboard

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Key Features:

Socket 1200
Intel Z490 Chipset
6 x SATA & 8 x USB Ports
DDR4 (max 128GB, 4 slots)
eATX Form Factor

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MEG Z490 GODLIKE

OUTSTANDING COOLING SOLUTION

Frozr Heatsink Design with Zero Frozr Technology
Exclusive to MEG class models, the active cooling solution is ready to release the maximum performance.

MOSFET Baseplate
These backplate cool down the MOSFET temperature with solid metal design.

Stacked Fin Array with 7W/mK Thermal Pad
Precise stacked fin array increases the heat dissipation surface, 7W/mK thermal pad provide better heat transfer to the heat sink.

Heat-pipe Design
Connecting two MOS heatsinks to enlarge the surface of heat dissipation.

Double Side M.2 Shield Frozr
Exclusive dual side M.2 thermal solution for GODLIKE Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling.

MEG Z490 GODLIKE

UNLIMITED CONNECTIVITY

Dual Thunderbolt™ 3 ports
Brings Thunderbolt to USB-C at speeds up to 40 Gb/s, creating one compact port that does it all.

Latest Wi-Fi 6 Solution
The latest wireless solution supports MU-MIMO and BSS color technology, delivering speeds up to 2400Mbps.

Triple Turbo M.2 Connectors
Turbo M.2 delivers PCI-E Gen3 x4 performance with transfer speeds up to 32 Gb/s for the latest SSDs.

10G Super LAN + 2.5G LAN
Get ready to crush your enemies on the battlefield with MSI LAN Manager. Onboard 10G Super LAN, 2.5G LAN and latest Wi-Fi 6 solution deliver the best online experience without lag.

M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN4 S
This PCI-Express card offers two extra M.2 slots with smart fan cooling solution to increase your storage capacity at maximum speed.

MEG Z490 GODLIKE

STABLE CORNERSTONE OF YOUR SYSTEM

Chest Plate

8-Layer PCB Design

ISL Digital PWM,16 Phases with 90A SPS

Dynamic Dashboard II

DDR4 Steel Armor & PCIe Steel Armor

Smart Button

CUSTOMIZE YOUR GAMING RIG

Personalize your PC with 16.8 million colors and 31 effects through Mystic Light RGB LED. Controlled in one click with the Mystic Light APP or a mobile device.

Customize colors
Customize effects

DYNAMIC DASHBOARD II

The colorful OLED panel not only display the status of the GODLIKE, but also features hardware monitor, debug function and tons of useful information. More than that, you can also customize your GIF profile to show off your own personality.

THERMAL SOLUTION FOR MORE CORES AND HIGHER PERFORMANCE

Stacked Fin Array, VRM Heatpipe, Frozr Heatsink and MOSFET Baseplate ensure extreme performance with low temp.

TRIPLE TURBO M.2 WITH SHIELD FROZR

Turbo M.2 delivers PCI-E Gen3 x4 performance with transfer speeds up to 32 Gb/s for the latest SSDs. GODLIKE even features M.2 Shield Frozr with patented double side M.2 thermal solution to provide better performance.

EXTREME POWER DESIGN

MEG Z490 GODLIKE features ISL Digital PWM, 16+1+1 phases with 90A Smart Power Stage and dual CPU power connectors. Exclusive to MEG class models is Mirrored Power Arrangement for releasing true power.

ONBOARD THUNDERBOLT™ 3 PORTS

Experience Thunderbolt 3 with unprecedented interface bandwidth speeds up to 40Gbp and support for up to six daisy-chained devices. Additionally, built in DisplayPort 1.4 output allows for compatible display devices to be attached. MEG Z490 GODLIKE features dual Thunderbolt 3 Type-C ports for maximum productivity.

CHEST PLATE

MEG Z490 GODLIKE features a rigid metal backplate that reinforces the motherboard’s edges along the connectors, preventing bending and twisting during installation that could potentially damage or dislodge surface mounted components.

PRE-INSTALLED IO SHIELDING

Featuring the pre-installed IO shielding, makes your installation process easier and safer. The patent-pending design protect your IO ports also prevent electrostatic discharge damage, makes your motherboard a strong gaming foundation.

10G SUPER LAN + 2.5G LAN

Get ready to crush your enemies on the battlefield with MSI LAN Manager. MEG Z490 GODLIKE features Onboard 10G Super LAN, 2.5G LAN and latest Wi-Fi 6 solution deliver the best online experience without lag.

WI-FI 6 & BLUETOOTH

Use your LAN port for online gaming while using WiFi for other online applications. The Wi-Fi 6 adopts latest OFDMA and two-way MU-MIMO technologies, delivering wireless transmission speeds up to 2.4Gbps.

UNMATCHED MEMORY PERFORMANCE

MSI motherboards are crammed with features to fuel your system’s memory with more speed, higher overclockability and increased stability. Optimized traces and a fully isolated memory circuitry ensures perfect stability and performance, so you never have to worry about your system crashing.

AUDIO BOOST HD

A dedicated audio processor, ESS audio DAC, and headphone amplifier have been integrated into isolated audio circuitry to deliver game-changing studio grade sound.

MULTIPLE GPU SUPPORTS AND STEEL ARMOR

MEG Z490 GODLIKE supports multiple GPU solution. Optimal PCI-Express slot placement allows for better fitting and airflow. That way, you can enjoy the best graphics at the highest framerate jumping from your screen when running the NVIDIA^® SLI™ and AMD^® CrossFire™ setup. Steel Armor has more solder points on the PCB for more strength and protects the PCI-Express signals against electromagnetic interference for a stutter-free user experience.

Main Features

Supports 10th Gen Intel Core / Pentium Celeron processors for LGA 1200 socket
Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 5000(OC) MHz
Ready 4 the Future: Support Lightning Gen 4 Solution for the future
Dual ThunderboltT 3 ports: Experience Thunderbolt 3 with unprecedented interface bandwidth speeds up to 40Gbps and support for up to six daisy-chained devices.
Dynamic Dashboard II: Built-in colorful OLED screen panel indicates the status of GODLIKE and shows off your own personality.
Extreme Power Design: INTERSIL digital PWM, 16+1+1 phases with 90A Smart Power Stage, dual CPU power connectors and exclusive Mirrored Power Arrangement to unleash the true power of your processors.
Outstanding Cooling Solution: Stacked Fin Array, VRM Heat-pipe, Frozr Heatsink, MOSFET Baseplate and M.2 Shield Frozr ensure the extreme performance with low temp.
Latest Network Solution: Onboard 10G Super LAN, 2.5G LAN and latest Wi-Fi 6 solution deliver the best online experience without lag.
Smart Button: One button with multiple hardware control. Reset Computer, Safe Boot, Turbo Fan and EZ LED control functions with just one click.
M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN 4 S: This PCI-Express card offers two extra M.2 slots with smart fan cooling solution to increase your storage capacity at maximum speed.

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CLAIM ASSASSIN'S CREED VALHALLA FROM MSI!

*Claim Assassin's Creed Valhalla PC Standard Edition (worth £49.99) when you purchase selected new MSI Motherboards, MSI Cases, MSI Coolers, MSI Power Supplies or MSI Gaming Monitors.

[ CLICK FOR REDEMPTION INSTRUCTIONS ]

Promotional Period: From November 10^th, 2020 till December 31^st, 2020.

Redemption Period: Cashback MUST be claimed between November 10^th, 2020, and December 31^st, 2020 - claims cannot be made before or after this period.

CCL does not provide game codes for this promotion, game codes are claimed from MSI.

Terms and conditions apply. Click here to view details.

Terms and Conditions

For full Terms and Conditions please visit the MSI Promotional page.

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There is no denying that you're paying a small fortune to obtain any of the flagship Z490 motherboards, and the MSI MEG Z490 Godlike is no exception. With beefy performance allied to a plentiful connectivity options and all wrapped up in a gorgeous design, the Godlike is an uncompromising motherboard.

CPU

CPU Socket	Socket 1200
CPU Brand	Intel
Installed Processors (Max)	0 (1)
Supported Processor Manufacturer	Intel
Supported Processors	10th Gen Intel Core and Pentium Gold /Celeron processors
64-bit Support	Yes
Socket	LGA1200

Rear Panel I/O Ports

USB Ports	2 x Thunderbolt 3 (USB 3.1 Type-C) 2 x USB 3.1 4 x USB 3.0 2 x USB 2.0
Antenna Connectors	2 x SMA Antennas
Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port	1 x PS/2
RJ-45 Ports	2 x RJ-45
Audio Line In Ports	1 x 3.5mm Jack
Audio Line Out Ports	3 x 3.5mm Jacks
Microphone In Port	1 x 3.5mm Jack
S/PDIF Port	1 x S/PDIF Optical Out

Internal I/O Connectors

SATA Connectors	6 x SATA III
USB Connectors	1 x USB 3.1 header 2 x USB 3.0 headers (supports 4 ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (supports 2 ports)
Front Panel Connectors	1 x Front Panel 1 x Front Audio
Cooling Fan Support	1 x CPU fan header 1 x Water Pump fan header 8 x System fan headers 1 x Water Flow header
Chassis Intrusion Connector	1 x Chassis Intrusion header
TPM Header	1 x TPM header
Power Connector Port	1 x 20+4- pin ATX 2 x 4+4-pin EPS 1 x 6-pin PCIe
Other Connectors	2 x M.2, Socket 3 M Key (Type 2242/2260/2280/22110) 1 x M.2, Socket 3 M Key (Type 2242/2260/2280) 2 x Thermal Sensor headers 1 x RGB LED header 2 x RAINBOW LED headers 1 x CORSAIR LED header

Memory

Memory Bus Speed	Up to 5000 MHz
Memory Type	DDR4
Maximum RAM	128 GB
Memory Slot	4 x DIMM

Motherboard

Chipset Manufacturer	Intel
Northbridge	Z490
RAID Supported	Yes
RAID Format	RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
SATA Supported	Yes

Expansion

Number of PCI Express Slots

3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 (@ x16/x0/x4 or x8/x8/x4)
1 x PCI Express 3.0 x1

Graphics Device

Integrated Graphics Supported

Sound

Integrated Sound

Realtek ALC1220 Codec + ESS E9018 combo DAC

Warranty

3 Years

Network

Integrated Network	Aquantia AQC107 Realtek RTL8125B
Network Speeds Supported	Aquantia AQC107: Up to 10Gbps Realtek RTL8125BL: Up to 2.5Gbps
Wireless LAN	Yes
Wireless Network Speed	Up to 2.4 Gbps
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Version	5.1

System Requirements

Operating Systems Supported

Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit

System

Software Included (may be trial or restricted)	Yes
Drivers	Yes
SLi/Crossfire Features	Supports 2-Way NVIDIA SLI Technology Supports 3-Way AMD CrossFire Technology

Physical

Form Factor	E-ATX Motherboard
In The Box	MEG Z490 GODLIKE Motherboard M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN4 S Wi-Fi Antenna Metal Dragon Badge USB Pen Drive Driver Promotion Card GODLIKE Quick Guide User Manual MSI Product Catalog Product Registration Card Quick Installation Guide MSI Draw Pocket 2 x Thermistor Cables CORSAIR RGB LED Extension Cable Rainbow RGB LED Extension Cable 1 to 2 RGB LED Extension Y Cable 3 x SATA Cables SATA Cable Labels
Width	305 mm
Length	277 mm

Key Features

Motherboard Model	MSI MEG Z490 GODLIKE
WiFi Speed	2400 Mbps
USB 3.1 Support	Yes
Internal USB3.0 Header	Yes
M.2 Support	Yes
On-board RGB Control	MSI Mystic Sync
Memory Speed	5000 MHz
RGB Header Type	3-Pin ARGB
Addressable RGB	Yes
Internal USB Type-C Header	Yes
Firewire	No
Wireless Network	Yes
Memory Channel	Dual
On-board Audio Type	7.1
Number of SATA Ports	6 port(s)
Number of USB Ports	8 port(s)
SATA III Support	Yes
USB 3.0 Support	Yes
Multi GPU Support	Both
VGA Connection	No
DVI Connection	No
HDMI Connection	No
DisplayPort Connection	No
Motherboard Form Factor	eATX
Motherboard Power Connectors	8 + 8-Pin
Motherboard Chipset	Intel Z490
Thunderbolt	Yes

Graphics

Graphics Chipset

None

Item Details

Manufacturer	MSI
Manufacturer Code	MEG Z490 GODLIKE
EAN	4719072719906
UPC	824142214107
Condition	New

Warranty Information

Warranty

3 Years

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer	MSI
Manufacturer Code	MEG Z490 GODLIKE

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