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MSI MEG Z490 Unify Review
CPU Performance »Storage Interfaces
| Storage Support | ||
|---|---|---|
| SATA: | 6x 6 Gb/s | Intel Z490 |
| M.2 (32 Gb/s): | 3x PCIe 3.0 x4, SATA | Intel Z490 |
| USB (rear): | 1x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 2x USB 2.0 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 10 Gb/s | ASMedia ASM3242 Intel Z490 |
| USB (internal): | 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 4x USB 2.0 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C | Intel Z490 |
Storage Performance
The MSI MEG Z490 Unify has a good complement of storage options, including a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C port on the back panel that is driven by an ASMedia controller.
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