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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...v TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 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 ...the first time 2-24 2.4 Turning off the computer 2-24 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-8 ASUS contact information A-10 Service and Support A-10 iii
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...v TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 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 ...the first time 2-24 2.4 Turning off the computer 2-24 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-8 ASUS contact information A-10 Service and Support A-10 iii
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... on PCH attached M.2 slots. (continued on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for memory support list. 1 x DisplayPort** 1 x HDMI® port*** * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel...
... on PCH attached M.2 slots. (continued on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for memory support list. 1 x DisplayPort** 1 x HDMI® port*** * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel...
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... (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - CPU Socket lever protector - TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI specifications summary Internal I /O ASUS Q-Design - Pre-mounted I/O shield - Overvoltage Protection - AURA RGB header - DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thunderbolt™ header ASUS TUF PROTECTION - M.2 Q-Latch - M.2 heatsink - Addressable Gen 2 headers (continued on the next page) viii
... (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - CPU Socket lever protector - TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI specifications summary Internal I /O ASUS Q-Design - Pre-mounted I/O shield - Overvoltage Protection - AURA RGB header - DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thunderbolt™ header ASUS TUF PROTECTION - M.2 Q-Latch - M.2 heatsink - Addressable Gen 2 headers (continued on the next page) viii
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...3 - Performance And Power Saving Utility TurboV EVO EPU DIGI+ VRM TUF GAMING CPU-Z DTS Audio Processing MyAsus Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version) WinRAR UEFI BIOS - AURA Creator - Please refer to the ASUS website for installation guide and FAQ. Please scan the QR Code for... 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) • Specifications are subject to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI specifications summary Software Features BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor...
...3 - Performance And Power Saving Utility TurboV EVO EPU DIGI+ VRM TUF GAMING CPU-Z DTS Audio Processing MyAsus Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version) WinRAR UEFI BIOS - AURA Creator - Please refer to the ASUS website for installation guide and FAQ. Please scan the QR Code for... 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) • Specifications are subject to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI specifications summary Software Features BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor...
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x Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna 2 x M.2 Rubber Package(s) 1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s) 1 x TUF GAMING sticker 1 x Support DVD 1 x TUF Certification card 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
x Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna 2 x M.2 Rubber Package(s) 1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s) 1 x TUF GAMING sticker 1 x Support DVD 1 x TUF Certification card 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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Chapter 1 7. You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z690 chipset. SATA 6Gb/s port The SATA 6Gb/s port allows you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. If you installed SATA storage devices, you to the RAID Configuration Guide. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 1-11 Before creating a RAID set, refer to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable.
Chapter 1 7. You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z690 chipset. SATA 6Gb/s port The SATA 6Gb/s port allows you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. If you installed SATA storage devices, you to the RAID Configuration Guide. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 1-11 Before creating a RAID set, refer to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable.
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..., 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. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your motherboard. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 2-1 The motherboard layout may cause the load lever to spring...
..., 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. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your motherboard. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 2-1 The motherboard layout may cause the load lever to spring...
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Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 2-5 To install an AIO cooler • We recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system when installing a cooling system to an Intel® 600 series motherboard. • An additional hole for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems is also available on ASUS' Intel® 600 series motherboards, however, we still strongly advise...
Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 2-5 To install an AIO cooler • We recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system when installing a cooling system to an Intel® 600 series motherboard. • An additional hole for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems is also available on ASUS' Intel® 600 series motherboards, however, we still strongly advise...
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Chapter 2 • Ensure that the antenna is for all persons. The illustration above is at the back of the chassis. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 2-19 The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi moving antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. 2.1.10 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna installation procedure is the same for reference only.
Chapter 2 • Ensure that the antenna is for all persons. The illustration above is at the back of the chassis. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 2-19 The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi moving antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. 2.1.10 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna installation procedure is the same for reference only.
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...change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code. Inappropriate BIOS ... RAID Support BIOS and RAID Support 3 For more details on BIOS and RAID configurations, please refer to www.asus.com/ support. 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you change...
...change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code. Inappropriate BIOS ... RAID Support BIOS and RAID Support 3 For more details on BIOS and RAID configurations, please refer to www.asus.com/ support. 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you change...
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... with FAT 32/16 format 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. Press the Right arrow key to switch to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized ...Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 3-3 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Ensure...
... with FAT 32/16 format 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. Press the Right arrow key to switch to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized ...Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 3-3 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Ensure...
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... new drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Among the advantages of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 3-5 Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. The new drive must be calculated and written... RAID 5 configuration is 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.
... new drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Among the advantages of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI 3-5 Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. The new drive must be calculated and written... RAID 5 configuration is 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.
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Appendix TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI A-1 Operation is connected. - This equipment generates, uses and can be co-located or operating in conjunction with part 15 of the FCC Rules. If this ... instructions and the antenna(s) used in accordance with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions 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)608-4555 This device complies with any interference...
Appendix TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI A-1 Operation is connected. - This equipment generates, uses and can be co-located or operating in conjunction with part 15 of the FCC Rules. If this ... instructions and the antenna(s) used in accordance with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions 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)608-4555 This device complies with any interference...
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... Wi-Fi module that this device operates in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Conformity ASUSTek Computer Inc. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI A-5 The WiFi operating in 5725-5875 MHz, it will be considered as a receiver category 2. TA2020/6750 APPROVED Complies with this device operates... dBm 10.05 dBm 12.58 dBm For the standard EN 300 440, if this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. Simplified UKCA Declaration of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). hereby declares that comes with IMDA Standards...
... Wi-Fi module that this device operates in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Conformity ASUSTek Computer Inc. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI A-5 The WiFi operating in 5725-5875 MHz, it will be considered as a receiver category 2. TA2020/6750 APPROVED Complies with this device operates... dBm 10.05 dBm 12.58 dBm For the standard EN 300 440, if this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. Simplified UKCA Declaration of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). hereby declares that comes with IMDA Standards...
