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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...v PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 specifications summary vi Package contents...x Installation tools and components xi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 Chapter 2: ...for the first time 2-20 2.4 Turning off the computer 2-20 Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-3 3.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-4 3.5 RAID configurations 3-5 Appendix Notices ...A-1 Warranty...A-6 ASUS contact information A-8 Service and Support A-8 iii
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...v PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 specifications summary vi Package contents...x Installation tools and components xi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 Chapter 2: ...for the first time 2-20 2.4 Turning off the computer 2-20 Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-3 3.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-4 3.5 RAID configurations 3-5 Appendix Notices ...A-1 Warranty...A-6 ASUS contact information A-8 Service and Support A-8 iii
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... Lists). 1 x DisplayPort** 1 x HDMI® port*** * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on PCH-attached PCIe slot. PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth Intel® Socket LGA1700...
... Lists). 1 x DisplayPort** 1 x HDMI® port*** * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on PCH-attached PCIe slot. PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth Intel® Socket LGA1700...
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... Mode (continued on the next page) viii LANGuard - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - AURA RGB header - Performance And Power Saving Utility TurboV EVO EPU DIGI+ VRM ASUS CPU-Z Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version) WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 specifications summary Internal I /O ASUS Q-Design - Fan Xpert 4 AI Suite 3 - Digital power design...
... Mode (continued on the next page) viii LANGuard - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - AURA RGB header - Performance And Power Saving Utility TurboV EVO EPU DIGI+ VRM ASUS CPU-Z Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version) WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 specifications summary Internal I /O ASUS Q-Design - Fan Xpert 4 AI Suite 3 - Digital power design...
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PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 specifications summary BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor 192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS WOL by PME, PXE Windows® 11 64-bit Windows® 10 64-bit mATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. Please refer to change without notice. ix
PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 specifications summary BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor 192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS WOL by PME, PXE Windows® 11 64-bit Windows® 10 64-bit mATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. Please refer to change without notice. ix
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... 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z690 chipset. PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 1-11 SATA 6Gb/s ports The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. A SATA6G_34 GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND...
... 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z690 chipset. PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 1-11 SATA 6Gb/s ports The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. A SATA6G_34 GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND...
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Chapter 2 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 Take caution when lifting the load lever, ensure to your PC system The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation ... immediately after releasing it may vary with models, but the installation steps are for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on the LGA1700 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. The motherboard...
Chapter 2 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 Take caution when lifting the load lever, ensure to your PC system The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation ... immediately after releasing it may vary with models, but the installation steps are for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on the LGA1700 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. The motherboard...
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Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 2-5 To install an AIO cooler • We recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system on an Intel® 600 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS' Intel® 600 series motherboards, however, we still strongly advise consulting with your cooling system...
Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 2-5 To install an AIO cooler • We recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system on an Intel® 600 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS' Intel® 600 series motherboards, however, we still strongly advise consulting with your cooling system...
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Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. Chapter 2 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 2-9 Some sharp edges and points might cause physical injury. 2.1.5 Motherboard installation 1. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. We recommend you put on cut or puncture resistant gloves before motherboard and I/O shield installation. 2.
Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. Chapter 2 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 2-9 Some sharp edges and points might cause physical injury. 2.1.5 Motherboard installation 1. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. We recommend you put on cut or puncture resistant gloves before motherboard and I/O shield installation. 2.
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... and options may result to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Please refer to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code. Chapter 3 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on ...hardware settings such as your operating system. Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support BIOS and RAID Support 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, ...
... and options may result to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Please refer to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code. Chapter 3 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on ...hardware settings such as your operating system. Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support BIOS and RAID Support 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, ...
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... and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then ... load the BIOS default settings to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press the Up/Down arrow ...the BIOS file, and then press to the Folder field. 6. Chapter 3 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 3-3 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.
... and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then ... load the BIOS default settings to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press the Up/Down arrow ...the BIOS file, and then press to the Folder field. 6. Chapter 3 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 3-3 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.
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...work as it contains a complete copy of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. The new drive must be calculated and written. Chapter 3 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 3-5 Use two new drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes...data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data) having to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to read and write ...
...work as it contains a complete copy of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. The new drive must be calculated and written. Chapter 3 PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 3-5 Use two new drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes...data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data) having to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to read and write ...
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... energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for help. Appendix Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608... interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Appendix PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 A-1 HDMI Compliance Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are designed to radio communications. ...
... energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for help. Appendix Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608... interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Appendix PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 A-1 HDMI Compliance Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are designed to radio communications. ...
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...PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01% by applicable law or agreed to in our products at ASUS REACH website at : http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 Unless required by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for information ... distributed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); Turkey RoHS AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur Appendix PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 A-3 Vietnam RoHS ASUS products sold in line with the EU RoHS Directive. All Rights Reserved. See the License for product environmental regulation...
...PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01% by applicable law or agreed to in our products at ASUS REACH website at : http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 Unless required by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for information ... distributed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); Turkey RoHS AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur Appendix PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 A-3 Vietnam RoHS ASUS products sold in line with the EU RoHS Directive. All Rights Reserved. See the License for product environmental regulation...