Biostar Z690MX2-E D4 Micro ATX Motherboard - Supports Intel LGA 1700

Biostar Z690MX2-E D4 Micro ATX Motherboard brings Intel LGA 1700 compatibility and Z690 features to a compact micro ATX build, offering support for 12th–14th Gen Intel Core processors.

This board is designed for users who want a powerful, space-saving platform compatible with a wide range of Intel CPUs, including Intel Core i3, i5, i7 and i9 from 12th to 14th Gen. The LGA 1700 socket and Intel Z690 chipset ensure modern connectivity and performance headroom.

Memory support uses DDR4-SDRAM across two DIMM slots in a dual-channel configuration, supporting up to 64 GB and speeds from 1866 MHz up to 4400 MHz (OC), which makes it suitable for everyday computing, gaming and light content creation while retaining compatibility with more affordable DDR4 kits.

Storage options are versatile with one M.2 slot plus four SATA III connectors, enabling combinations of fast NVMe storage and multiple HDDs/SSDs. The board supports up to five drives and offers RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 for data redundancy or performance setups.

I/O and expansion address practical needs: one PCIe x16 (Gen4) and one PCIe x1 (Gen3) slot provide room for a dedicated GPU and expansion cards, while the rear panel includes Display outputs (VGA, DVI-D, HDMI), Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet (RTL8125B), PS/2, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A and USB 2.0 ports, plus audio driven by Realtek ALC897 supporting 7.1 channels.

The board includes essential headers and connectors — 24-pin ATX, 8-pin EPS, CPU and chassis fan connectors, TPM and COM headers, front-panel and SATA cables — and features UEFI BIOS with bundled drivers and BullGuard software. PC health monitoring covers CPU, fan and temperature for reliable system management.

Typical use cases include compact gaming rigs, home office machines, multimedia workstations and small form-factor builds where modern CPU support and robust networking (2.5GbE) are priorities. Its combination of features makes it an excellent choice for budget-conscious builders who want LGA1700 support without moving to DDR5.

Key selling points: compact micro ATX form factor, broad Intel 12th–14th Gen CPU support, DDR4 dual-channel up to 64 GB and 4400 MHz, M.2 + SATA storage with RAID support, 2.5GbE networking and multiple display outputs.

• LGA 1700 socket, Intel Z690 chipset
• DDR4, 2 DIMMs, up to 64 GB (dual-channel)
• 1× M.2 + 4× SATA III, RAID 0/1/5/10
• Realtek RTL8125B 2.5GbE and Realtek ALC897 audio
• Micro ATX compact footprint with essential headers