Question 1

Does this support a USB-C front panel port on a case?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the MSI Z590-A PRO motherboard supports a USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C port for a front panel connection.

Question 2

Can this be used without water cooling, just fans, if I'm not a hevy gamer? For the i7 11700K CPU

Accepted Answer

Yes, the MSI Z590-A PRO motherboard can be used with just fans and without water cooling. It has multiple fan connectors, including a 4-pin CPU fan connector and six 4-pin system fan connectors, which should be sufficient for cooling if you are not a heavy gamer.

Question 3

does the 8+4 power connector require the +4 to operate?

Accepted Answer

I am not sure. I connected every power connector, and would advise you to make sure that you have more than sufficient power. Power supply deaths are usually a result of running them too overloaded. If your PS doesn't have enough connectors, you might want to save up and upgrade before purchasing this board. I have a seasonic PS, and it is amazing. It is modular too, so you only connect the cables to the back of the supply that you are using - cuts down on clutter. Anyway, good luck with your build.

Question 4

Will this work with the new i7 11700 being released later this month?

Accepted Answer

As long as it's an 11th gen or 10th gen you should be good.

Question 5

Will this work with the new i7 11700 being released later this month?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the MSI Z590-A PRO motherboard supports 11th Gen Intel Core processors, including the i7 11700.

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