How to use MSI exclusive EZ Conn-connector and cable

By Rita Lin | September 26,2024

Motherboards ,

Case & Components

Today, we would like to introduce the exclusive EZ Conn-Design of MSI EZ DIY features, which provide an effortless DIY process. EZ Conn. means easy connect, and it reduces the cable management between the motherboard and ARGB cooling components of the PC build.

There are two types of EZ Conn-connector on MSI 800 series motherboards – JAF_1 & JAF_2.

The JAF_1 is a 7-pin connector that integrates the system fan header and 5V ARGB header into one connector. You can connect the MPG EZ120 ARGB fans with the JAF_1 directly or connect to another ARGB fan via the 1-to-2 EZ Conn-cable, reducing the cable routing effort of ARGB fan connection.

The JAF_2 includes more pins for more function. Its 11-pin connector integrates a system fan, 5V ARGB headers, and a front USB 2.0 header. It’s a future-proof design, ready for the next-gen MPG Coreliquid P series liquid cooler and also compatible with the MPG EZ120 ARGB fan. There’s a 1-to-3 EZ Conn-cable in the motherboard with JAF_2 package to support devices such as the MPG Coreliquid D series liquid cooler, ARGB fan, or external ARGB fan hub that require USB signal communication.

All MSI 800 series motherboards features EZ Conn-connector. Here’s the compatible list for reference.

EZ Conn. Compatible List – Motherboard

JAF_2 (11-pin)

JAF_1 (7-pin)

MEG X870E GODLIKE
MPG X870E CARBON WIFI
MPG X870E EDGE TI WIFI
MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI
MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI
MAG X870 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI PZ
MEG Z890 GODLIKE
MEG Z890 ACE
MEG Z890 UNIFY-X
MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI
MPG Z890 EDGE TI WIFI
MPG Z890I EDGE TI WIFI
MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI
PRO Z890-A WIFI
MPG B850 EDGE TI WIFI
MPG B850 EDGEI TI WIFI
MAG B850 TOMAHWK MAX WIFI MAG B850 TOMAHWK WIFI

EZ Conn. Compatible List – Liquid Cooler

JAF_2 (11-pin)

JAF_1 (7-pin)

MPG CORELIQUID P13 360 / WHITE
MAG CORELIQUID A15 360
MAG CORELIQUID A15 240

EZ Conn. Compatible List – Fan

JAF_2 (11-pin)

JAF_1 (7-pin)

MPG EZ120 ARGB / WHITE

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