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... Audio I/O connections 1-17 Chapter 2: Basic Setup 2.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.2 DIMM installation 2-3 2.3 M.2 module installation 2-4 2.4 Motherboard installation 2-10 2.5 Expansion card installation 2-11 2.5.1 Thunderbolt™ series card installation 2-11 2.6 ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna installation 2-12 2.7 BIOS FlashBack 2-13 2.8 Clear CMOS button 2-14 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-15 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-15 Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support 3.1 Knowing UEFI BIOS 3-1 3.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-2 3.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-3 3.4 RAID configurations...
... Audio I/O connections 1-17 Chapter 2: Basic Setup 2.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.2 DIMM installation 2-3 2.3 M.2 module installation 2-4 2.4 Motherboard installation 2-10 2.5 Expansion card installation 2-11 2.5.1 Thunderbolt™ series card installation 2-11 2.6 ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna installation 2-12 2.7 BIOS FlashBack 2-13 2.8 Clear CMOS button 2-14 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-15 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-15 Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support 3.1 Knowing UEFI BIOS 3-1 3.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-2 3.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-3 3.4 RAID configurations...
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... installation guide and FAQ. Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for product and software updates. 1. v About this guide is only available on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on selected models, please check your motherboard's specifications summary to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring...
... installation guide and FAQ. Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for product and software updates. 1. v About this guide is only available on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on selected models, please check your motherboard's specifications summary to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring...
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BIOS FlashBack™ Feature Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information on the Motherboard Installation Guide. 5. 4. Motherboard Installation Guide Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information on the BIOS FlashBack™ Feature. Driver and Utilities FAQ Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information on downloading and installing drivers and utilities for more information on the RAID Configuration Guide. 7. vi RAID Configuration Guide Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for your motherboard. 6.
BIOS FlashBack™ Feature Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information on the Motherboard Installation Guide. 5. 4. Motherboard Installation Guide Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information on the BIOS FlashBack™ Feature. Driver and Utilities FAQ Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information on downloading and installing drivers and utilities for more information on the RAID Configuration Guide. 7. vi RAID Configuration Guide Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for your motherboard. 6.
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... II ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II) Supports DIMM Flex * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of supported peripherals. M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) - ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 for Intel® Core™ 14th & 13th Gen Processors, Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus...
... II ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II) Supports DIMM Flex * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of supported peripherals. M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) - ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 for Intel® Core™ 14th & 13th Gen Processors, Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus...
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... - ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II specifications summary Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth® USB Audio 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard Intel® Wi-Fi 7* 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)** Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band*** Support Wi-Fi 7 160MHz bandwidth, up to 30W PD Fast-charge)** 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5G ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports * USB Type-C® power delivery output: 5V/3A ** USB Type-C® power delivery output: 5V/9V max. 3A, 12V max. 2.5A ROG SupremeFX 5.1 Surround Sound High...
... - ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II specifications summary Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth® USB Audio 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard Intel® Wi-Fi 7* 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)** Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band*** Support Wi-Fi 7 160MHz bandwidth, up to 30W PD Fast-charge)** 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5G ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports * USB Type-C® power delivery output: 5V/3A ** USB Type-C® power delivery output: 5V/9V max. 3A, 12V max. 2.5A ROG SupremeFX 5.1 Surround Sound High...
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ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®) 3 x USB 10Gbps ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI™ port 1 x Wi-Fi Module 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet 2 x Audio jacks 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button 1 x Clear CMOS button Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 ...
ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®) 3 x USB 10Gbps ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI™ port 1 x Wi-Fi Module 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet 2 x Audio jacks 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button 1 x Clear CMOS button Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 ...
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ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II specifications summary Special Features Software Features Extreme Engine Digi+ - 5K Black Metallic Capacitors ASUS Q-Design - Q-Antenna - Clear CMOS button - Support: up to 30W fast charging and USB Wattage Watcher - M.2 heatsink backplate - CPU Socket lever protector - Compatible with PD Fast Charge Support - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - Addressable Gen 2 headers Front Panel USB 20Gbps with PD3.0 ROG Exclusive Software - DTS® Sound Unbound (continued on the next page) xi BIOS FlashBack™ LED - Pre-mounted I/O shield...
ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II specifications summary Special Features Software Features Extreme Engine Digi+ - 5K Black Metallic Capacitors ASUS Q-Design - Q-Antenna - Clear CMOS button - Support: up to 30W fast charging and USB Wattage Watcher - M.2 heatsink backplate - CPU Socket lever protector - Compatible with PD Fast Charge Support - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - Addressable Gen 2 headers Front Panel USB 20Gbps with PD3.0 ROG Exclusive Software - DTS® Sound Unbound (continued on the next page) xi BIOS FlashBack™ LED - Pre-mounted I/O shield...
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... 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II: A5459.cap WOL by PME, PXE Windows® 11 Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the ASUS website for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial) UEFI BIOS AI Overclocking Guide ASUS EZ DIY - Sonic Studio - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation AI Suite 3 - Power Saving...
... 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II: A5459.cap WOL by PME, PXE Windows® 11 Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the ASUS website for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial) UEFI BIOS AI Overclocking Guide ASUS EZ DIY - Sonic Studio - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation AI Suite 3 - Power Saving...
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... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Additional Cooling Kit Miscellaneous Documentation 1 x ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna 1 x Cable ties package 1 x M.2 backplate Q-Latch package 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package 1 x ROG key chain 1 x ROG Strix stickers 2 x M.2 Rubber packages 1 x M.2 backplate Rubber package 1 x Quick Start Guide • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • Items not listed in the Package contents...
... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Additional Cooling Kit Miscellaneous Documentation 1 x ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna 1 x Cable ties package 1 x M.2 backplate Q-Latch package 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package 1 x ROG key chain 1 x ROG Strix stickers 2 x M.2 Rubber packages 1 x M.2 backplate Rubber package 1 x Quick Start Guide • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • Items not listed in the Package contents...
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... & SATA modes) • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) - M.2 slot The M.2 slot allows you to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin power plugs. • For a fully configured system, we recommend using a PSU with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • We recommend that you use two or more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot...
... & SATA modes) • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) - M.2 slot The M.2 slot allows you to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin power plugs. • For a fully configured system, we recommend using a PSU with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • We recommend that you use two or more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot...
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... ASUS support site. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to connect a USB 20Gbps Type-C® module for up to 7.5W. 9. USB 5Gbps header The USB 5Gbps header allows you to the RAID Configuration Guide. SATA 6Gb/s port The SATA 6Gb/s port allows you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. 8. You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z790 chipset. • To install a SATA device , please refer to the Motherboard Installation Guide...
... ASUS support site. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to connect a USB 20Gbps Type-C® module for up to 7.5W. 9. USB 5Gbps header The USB 5Gbps header allows you to the RAID Configuration Guide. SATA 6Gb/s port The SATA 6Gb/s port allows you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. 8. You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z790 chipset. • To install a SATA device , please refer to the Motherboard Installation Guide...
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... use the default CPU voltage setting. Set to pins 2-3 to increase the CPU voltage setting, or set a higher CPU voltage for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to connect RGB LED strips. F_AUDIO 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction RGB_HEADER Before you to this header. Front Panel Audio header The Front Panel Audio header is for a flexible overclocking system (depending on the type of the front panel audio I /O module that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is powered on the motherboard. • The LED...
... use the default CPU voltage setting. Set to pins 2-3 to increase the CPU voltage setting, or set a higher CPU voltage for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to connect RGB LED strips. F_AUDIO 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction RGB_HEADER Before you to this header. Front Panel Audio header The Front Panel Audio header is for a flexible overclocking system (depending on the type of the front panel audio I /O module that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is powered on the motherboard. • The LED...
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... System Warning Speaker header (SPEAKER) The 4-pin header allows you to connect the Storage Device Activity LED. You can assign a different function to this header in sleep mode. • Storage Device Activity LED header (HDD_LED) The 2-pin header allows you to connect the System Power LED. System Panel header The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. The speaker allows you to connect the system power button. Press the reset button to [Reset] by default. This header is in the BIOS settings. • Chassis intrusion header (CHASSIS) The 2-pin header allows...
... System Warning Speaker header (SPEAKER) The 4-pin header allows you to connect the Storage Device Activity LED. You can assign a different function to this header in sleep mode. • Storage Device Activity LED header (HDD_LED) The 2-pin header allows you to connect the System Power LED. System Panel header The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. The speaker allows you to connect the system power button. Press the reset button to [Reset] by default. This header is in the BIOS settings. • Chassis intrusion header (CHASSIS) The 2-pin header allows...
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...(G4) slot. 18. Ensure to install your purchased Thunderbolt™ card for troubleshooting. Q-LEDs The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. After the motherboard has been powered on Thunderbolt™ I/O card that supports Intel®'s Thunderbolt™ Technology, allowing you to connect a sensor to a power supply. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up until the problem is connected to monitor the temperature of your...
...(G4) slot. 18. Ensure to install your purchased Thunderbolt™ card for troubleshooting. Q-LEDs The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. After the motherboard has been powered on Thunderbolt™ I/O card that supports Intel®'s Thunderbolt™ Technology, allowing you to connect a sensor to a power supply. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up until the problem is connected to monitor the temperature of your...
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...the motherboard or a VGA card USB 2.0 header Thunderbolt™ header Ensure to install the Thunderbolt™ series card to the PCIEX16(G4) slot. Motherboard User Manual 2-11 Chapter 2 2.5 2.5.1 Expansion card installation Thunderbolt™ series card installation 6-pin PCIe power connector USB Type-C® port connects to Thunderbolt devices MiniDP in port connects to DP out port on compatibility. Ensure to install your Thunderbolt™ card to the PCIEX16(G4) slot. • (Step 6 is optional) Please connect a 6-pin PCIe power connector when you wish to use the USB Type...
...the motherboard or a VGA card USB 2.0 header Thunderbolt™ header Ensure to install the Thunderbolt™ series card to the PCIEX16(G4) slot. Motherboard User Manual 2-11 Chapter 2 2.5 2.5.1 Expansion card installation Thunderbolt™ series card installation 6-pin PCIe power connector USB Type-C® port connects to Thunderbolt devices MiniDP in port connects to DP out port on compatibility. Ensure to install your Thunderbolt™ card to the PCIEX16(G4) slot. • (Step 6 is optional) Please connect a 6-pin PCIe power connector when you wish to use the USB Type...
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... RAID Support section. • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, press the Clear CMOS button, or short the CLRTC header while BIOS update is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Press the BIOS FlashBack™ button for reference only. In case of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. To use BIOS FlashBack™: 1. Insert the USB storage device...
... RAID Support section. • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, press the Clear CMOS button, or short the CLRTC header while BIOS update is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Press the BIOS FlashBack™ button for reference only. In case of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. To use BIOS FlashBack™: 1. Insert the USB storage device...
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... 1. External storage devices (starting with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up or change from the time you do not see anything within 30 seconds from orange to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to let the system enter the soft-off . 3. Connect the power cord to green after the system LED turns on sleep mode or...
... 1. External storage devices (starting with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up or change from the time you do not see anything within 30 seconds from orange to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to let the system enter the soft-off . 3. Connect the power cord to green after the system LED turns on sleep mode or...
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...www.asus.com/support. 3.1 Knowing UEFI BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3 Motherboard User Manual 3-1 BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change the default BIOS settings except in Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey. DO NOT change modes from Setup Mode in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on BIOS and RAID configurations, please...
...www.asus.com/support. 3.1 Knowing UEFI BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3 Motherboard User Manual 3-1 BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change the default BIOS settings except in Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey. DO NOT change modes from Setup Mode in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on BIOS and RAID configurations, please...
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... reset the system while updating the BIOS to perform the BIOS update process. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the Drive field. 4. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to prevent system boot failure...
... reset the system while updating the BIOS to perform the BIOS update process. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the Drive field. 4. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to prevent system boot failure...
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... so may cause system boot failure! Insert the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to your USB storage device. 4. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 automatically. 7. 3.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. Recovering the BIOS 1. The system requires you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Chapter 3 Motherboard User Manual 3-3
... so may cause system boot failure! Insert the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to your USB storage device. 4. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 automatically. 7. 3.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. Recovering the BIOS 1. The system requires you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Chapter 3 Motherboard User Manual 3-3