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Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary vii Connectors with shared bandwidth xiii Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product ...connection 2-16 2.1.8 Front I/O connector 2-17 2.1.9 Expansion card installation 2-18 2.1.10 DIMM.2 installation 2-20 2.1.11 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation 2-22 2.1.12 ROG FAN CONTROLLER installation 2-23 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-25 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-27 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-27 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-29...
Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary vii Connectors with shared bandwidth xiii Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product ...connection 2-16 2.1.8 Front I/O connector 2-17 2.1.9 Expansion card installation 2-18 2.1.10 DIMM.2 installation 2-20 2.1.11 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation 2-22 2.1.12 ROG FAN CONTROLLER installation 2-23 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-25 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-27 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-27 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-29...
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...CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 1 x HDMI® port** 2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (USB Type-C®...2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 - Intel® 12th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode (continued on PCH-attached PCIe slot. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold...
...CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 1 x HDMI® port** 2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (USB Type-C®...2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 - Intel® 12th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode (continued on PCH-attached PCIe slot. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold...
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ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary Storage Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth USB Audio Intel® Z690 Chipset** M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) DIMM.2_1 slot (Key M) via ROG DIMM.2, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) DIMM.2_2 slot (Key M) via ROG DIMM.2, type ... and boot drives are not supported on the SATA6G_ E1-2 ports. 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet 1 x Marvell® AQtion 10Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band* Bluetooth v5.2 * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may...
ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary Storage Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth USB Audio Intel® Z690 Chipset** M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) DIMM.2_1 slot (Key M) via ROG DIMM.2, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) DIMM.2_2 slot (Key M) via ROG DIMM.2, type ... and boot drives are not supported on the SATA6G_ E1-2 ports. 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet 1 x Marvell® AQtion 10Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band* Bluetooth v5.2 * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may...
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...10K Black Metallic Capacitors - PCIe Slot Q-Release - Q-Slot (continued on the next page) x ReTry button - MicroFine Alloy Choke ASUS Q-Design - M.2 Q-Latch - FlexKey button - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Special Features Miscellaneous 1 x 6-pin ARGB Gen 2 header to support 2 x ARGB Gen 2 headers... switch 1 x Start button 1 x V_Latch switch 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header Extreme OC Kit - Q-DIMM - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - Q-Connector - Start button -
...10K Black Metallic Capacitors - PCIe Slot Q-Release - Q-Slot (continued on the next page) x ReTry button - MicroFine Alloy Choke ASUS Q-Design - M.2 Q-Latch - FlexKey button - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Special Features Miscellaneous 1 x 6-pin ARGB Gen 2 header to support 2 x ARGB Gen 2 headers... switch 1 x Start button 1 x V_Latch switch 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header Extreme OC Kit - Q-DIMM - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - Q-Connector - Start button -
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...-Z - AniMe™ Matrix LED Display (continued on the next page) xi Pre-mounted I/O shield - AURA Creator - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary Special Features Software Features ASUS Thermal Solution - Addressable Gen 2 header(s) Dual BIOS OLED 2" Front Panel USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 with QC 4.0/3.0/2.0, PD3.0 and PPS * To support 60W, please install the power ...
...-Z - AniMe™ Matrix LED Display (continued on the next page) xi Pre-mounted I/O shield - AURA Creator - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary Special Features Software Features ASUS Thermal Solution - Addressable Gen 2 header(s) Dual BIOS OLED 2" Front Panel USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 with QC 4.0/3.0/2.0, PD3.0 and PPS * To support 60W, please install the power ...
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...ASUS website for installation guide and FAQ. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary Software Features BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor AI Suite 3 - 5-Way Optimization with AI Overclocking TPU EPU DIGI+ Power Control Turbo app MyAsus WinRAR UEFI BIOS AI Overclocking Guide ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS...inch ( 30.5 cm x 27.7 cm) • Specifications are subject to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation. Please scan the QR Code for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a ...
...ASUS website for installation guide and FAQ. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME specifications summary Software Features BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor AI Suite 3 - 5-Way Optimization with AI Overclocking TPU EPU DIGI+ Power Control Turbo app MyAsus WinRAR UEFI BIOS AI Overclocking Guide ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS...inch ( 30.5 cm x 27.7 cm) • Specifications are subject to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation. Please scan the QR Code for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a ...
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... motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables ROG Fan Controller ROG DIMM.2 with Heatsink ROG True Voltician Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME motherboard 1 x 1-to-3 ARGB splitter cable 1 x 1-to-2 ARGB splitter cable 2 x 1-to-4 fan splitter cables 1 x RGB extension cable 3 x ROG weave SATA 6G cables 1 x 3-in-1 Thermistor cables pack 1 x ROG Fan Controller 1 x Fan EXT PWR cable 1 x ARGB...
... motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables ROG Fan Controller ROG DIMM.2 with Heatsink ROG True Voltician Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME motherboard 1 x 1-to-3 ARGB splitter cable 1 x 1-to-2 ARGB splitter cable 2 x 1-to-4 fan splitter cables 1 x RGB extension cable 3 x ROG weave SATA 6G cables 1 x 3-in-1 Thermistor cables pack 1 x ROG Fan Controller 1 x Fan EXT PWR cable 1 x ARGB...
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ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 1-13 You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z690 chipset. • RAID configuration and boot drives are not supported on the SATA6G_E1-2 ports. SATA 6Gb/s port The ...SATA 6Gb/s port allows you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable. • If you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS...
ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 1-13 You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z690 chipset. • RAID configuration and boot drives are not supported on the SATA6G_E1-2 ports. SATA 6Gb/s port The ...SATA 6Gb/s port allows you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable. • If you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS...
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Chapter 1 20. Front Panel Audio header The Front Panel Audio header is for ASUS HYDRANODE devices. The HYDRANODE pins are reserved for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that supports HD Audio. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 1-21 Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this header.
Chapter 1 20. Front Panel Audio header The Front Panel Audio header is for ASUS HYDRANODE devices. The HYDRANODE pins are reserved for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that supports HD Audio. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 1-21 Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this header.
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...are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 2-1 DO NOT install a CPU designed for reference only. Letting go of the load lever 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...
...are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 2-1 DO NOT install a CPU designed for reference only. Letting go of the load lever 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...
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... W_PUMP+2 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 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. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems is also available on ASUS' Intel® 600... series motherboards, however we still strongly advise you consult with your cooling system vendor on the compatibility and functionality of the cooling system and ASUS motherboard. • If you wish to...
... W_PUMP+2 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 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. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems is also available on ASUS' Intel® 600... series motherboards, however we still strongly advise you consult with your cooling system vendor on the compatibility and functionality of the cooling system and ASUS motherboard. • If you wish to...
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To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector Chapter 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 2-17 2.1.8 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® connector USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place.
To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector Chapter 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 2-17 2.1.8 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® connector USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place.
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... this section are the same for reference only. Chapter 2 2.1.12 ROG FAN CONTROLLER installation The illustrations in ARGB EFAN-1P ARGB EFAN-2P ARGB EFAN-3P ARGB EFAN-1P ARGB EFAN-2P ARGB EFAN-3P EFAN-6 ARGB EFAN-5 ARGB EFAN-4 ARGB Fan ARGB Fan USB Fan ARGB ASUS HYDRANODE supported fan ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 2-23
... this section are the same for reference only. Chapter 2 2.1.12 ROG FAN CONTROLLER installation The illustrations in ARGB EFAN-1P ARGB EFAN-2P ARGB EFAN-3P ARGB EFAN-1P ARGB EFAN-2P ARGB EFAN-3P EFAN-6 ARGB EFAN-5 ARGB EFAN-4 ARGB Fan ARGB Fan USB Fan ARGB ASUS HYDRANODE supported fan ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 2-23
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...until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS updating process is zipped together with your local ASUS Service Center. We recommend you to use BIOS FlashBack™: 1. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for a BIOS FlashBack™ compatible motherboard. 4.... rename the file, then copy it to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. This may have risks. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 2-25 Press the BIOS FlashBack™ button for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the BIOS FlashBack™...
...until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS updating process is zipped together with your local ASUS Service Center. We recommend you to use BIOS FlashBack™: 1. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for a BIOS FlashBack™ compatible motherboard. 4.... rename the file, then copy it to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. This may have risks. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 2-25 Press the BIOS FlashBack™ button for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the BIOS FlashBack™...
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...in the following circumstances: • An error message appears 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 goes...the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to the latest BIOS version for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. We strongly recommend that ...
...in the following circumstances: • An error message appears 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 goes...the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to the latest BIOS version for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. We strongly recommend that ...
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...8226; 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 press . 5. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 3-3 Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the... to the USB port. 2. Press the Left arrow key to switch 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 the Drive field. 4. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Press the Right arrow ...
...8226; 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 press . 5. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 3-3 Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the... to the USB port. 2. Press the Left arrow key to switch 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 the Drive field. 4. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Press the Right arrow ...
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...RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing, relational database applications...drive. If one drive to be of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance, fault tolerance, and higher storage capacity. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 3-5 3.5 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that of two new identical hard disk drives is required...
...RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing, relational database applications...drive. If one drive to be of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance, fault tolerance, and higher storage capacity. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME 3-5 3.5 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that of two new identical hard disk drives is required...
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... occur in a residential installation. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 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-... HDMI Compliance Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are designed to radio communications. Appendix ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME A-5 Operation is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following two conditions: (1) This device...
... occur in a residential installation. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 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-... HDMI Compliance Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are designed to radio communications. Appendix ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME A-5 Operation is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following two conditions: (1) This device...
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.../1206). DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. hereby declares that this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local ... 2402 - 2480 MHz Maximum Output Power (EIRP) 19.07 dBm 19.18 dBm 18.58 dBm 10.07 dBm 12.10 dBm Appendix ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME A-9 Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is in municipal waste. Simplified UKCA Declaration of electronic products. The WiFi operating in the band ...
.../1206). DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. hereby declares that this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local ... 2402 - 2480 MHz Maximum Output Power (EIRP) 19.07 dBm 19.18 dBm 18.58 dBm 10.07 dBm 12.10 dBm Appendix ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME A-9 Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is in municipal waste. Simplified UKCA Declaration of electronic products. The WiFi operating in the band ...