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Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary vii Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC... Audio I/O connections 2-30 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-33 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-33 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 iii
Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary vii Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC... Audio I/O connections 2-30 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-33 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-33 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 iii
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...supports 5 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* Intel® 12th Gen Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron... Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus.com for any updates. ** Support 4K@60Hz as specified in Chapter 1. ** When ROG Hyper M.2 card is installed on PCIEX16(G5)_1, PCIEX16(G5)_2 will run x8 only and if...
...supports 5 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* Intel® 12th Gen Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron... Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus.com for any updates. ** Support 4K@60Hz as specified in Chapter 1. ** When ROG Hyper M.2 card is installed on PCIEX16(G5)_1, PCIEX16(G5)_2 will run x8 only and if...
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... CODEC ALC4082 - When ROG Hyper M.2 card is installed on PCIEX16(G4), Hyper M.2_1 and Hyper M.2_2 slots can support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode. ***** RAID configuration and boot drives are not supported on the SATA6G_ E1-2 ports. 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard Wi-Fi 6E..., Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary Storage Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth USB Audio Intel® Z690 Chipset** M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode) M.2_3 slot (Key M),...
... CODEC ALC4082 - When ROG Hyper M.2 card is installed on PCIEX16(G4), Hyper M.2_1 and Hyper M.2_2 slots can support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode. ***** RAID configuration and boot drives are not supported on the SATA6G_ E1-2 ports. 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard Wi-Fi 6E..., Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary Storage Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth USB Audio Intel® Z690 Chipset** M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode) M.2_3 slot (Key M),...
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...-1 pin System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header Extreme OC Kit - Addressable Gen 2 headers (continued on the next page) x Q-Code - VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY - BIOS FlashBack™ button - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary Internal I /O shield - PCIe Slot Q-Release - Clear CMOS button - AURA RGB header - Start button Extreme Engine Digi+ - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors...
...-1 pin System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header Extreme OC Kit - Addressable Gen 2 headers (continued on the next page) x Q-Code - VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY - BIOS FlashBack™ button - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary Internal I /O shield - PCIe Slot Q-Release - Clear CMOS button - AURA RGB header - Start button Extreme Engine Digi+ - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors...
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... Armoury Crate - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode MemTest86 (continued on the next page) xi Sonic Radar III - AIDA64 Extreme (1 year full version) - AURA Sync - Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation AI Suite 3 - 5-Way Optimization with QC 4.0/3.0/2.0, PD3.0 and PPS * To support 60W, please install the power cable to 60W charging* - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary...
... Armoury Crate - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode MemTest86 (continued on the next page) xi Sonic Radar III - AIDA64 Extreme (1 year full version) - AURA Sync - Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation AI Suite 3 - 5-Way Optimization with QC 4.0/3.0/2.0, PD3.0 and PPS * To support 60W, please install the power cable to 60W charging* - ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary...
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ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS WOL by PME, PXE Windows® 11 64-bit Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor 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. Please scan the QR Code for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to change without notice. xii Please refer to the ASUS ...
ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO specifications summary BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS WOL by PME, PXE Windows® 11 64-bit Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor 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. Please scan the QR Code for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to change without notice. xii Please refer to the ASUS ...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables ROG HYPER M.2 CARD Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO motherboard 1 x ARGB RGB extension cable 1 x RGB extension cable 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ROG Hyper M.2 Card with heatsink 2 x M.2 screw packages for ROG Hyper M.2 Card 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package 2 x M.2 Q-Latch packages for M.2 backplate 1 x M.2 Rubber package 1 x Q-connector...
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables ROG HYPER M.2 CARD Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO motherboard 1 x ARGB RGB extension cable 1 x RGB extension cable 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ROG Hyper M.2 Card with heatsink 2 x M.2 screw packages for ROG Hyper M.2 Card 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package 2 x M.2 Q-Latch packages for M.2 backplate 1 x M.2 Rubber package 1 x Q-connector...
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.... For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to a ASUS HYDRANODE fan connector, the ASUS HYDRANODE function will be available. When an ASUS HYDRANODE fan is fully inserted into the header. CHA_FAN1P, CHA_FAN2P, and CHA_FAN3P can support ASUS HYDRANODE fans. These are not jumpers! ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 1-9 Header CPU_FAN CPU_OPT CHA_FAN1P CHA_FAN2P CHA_FAN3P CHA_FAN4 AIO_PUMP W_PUMP+ Max...
.... For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to a ASUS HYDRANODE fan connector, the ASUS HYDRANODE function will be available. When an ASUS HYDRANODE fan is fully inserted into the header. CHA_FAN1P, CHA_FAN2P, and CHA_FAN3P can support ASUS HYDRANODE fans. These are not jumpers! ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 1-9 Header CPU_FAN CPU_OPT CHA_FAN1P CHA_FAN2P CHA_FAN3P CHA_FAN4 AIO_PUMP W_PUMP+ Max...
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Chapter 1 8. Before creating a RAID set, refer to the SATA6G_1-4 ports, you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 1-13 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 ... devices to the RAID Configuration Guide. 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.
Chapter 1 8. Before creating a RAID set, refer to the SATA6G_1-4 ports, you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 1-13 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 ... devices to the RAID Configuration Guide. 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.
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ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 1-19 Chapter 1 15. We recommend that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. The HYDRANODE pins are reserved for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to this header. Front Panel Audio header The Front Panel Audio header is for ASUS HYDRANODE devices.
ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 1-19 Chapter 1 15. We recommend that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. The HYDRANODE pins are reserved for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to this header. Front Panel Audio header The Front Panel Audio header is for ASUS HYDRANODE devices.
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...hold onto the load lever when releasing the load lever. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your motherboard. 2-1 Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO Take caution when lifting the load lever, ensure to your PC system 2 The diagrams in this section are the same for all models...that you install the correct CPU designed 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...
...hold onto the load lever when releasing the load lever. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your motherboard. 2-1 Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO Take caution when lifting the load lever, ensure to your PC system 2 The diagrams in this section are the same for all models...that you install the correct CPU designed 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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... cooling system when installing a cooling system to 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 vendor or manufacturer on the compatibility and functionality of the...; If you wish to install an AIO cooler, we recommend installing the AIO cooler after installing the motherboard into the chassis. Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 2-5
... cooling system when installing a cooling system to 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 vendor or manufacturer on the compatibility and functionality of the...; If you wish to install an AIO cooler, we recommend installing the AIO cooler after installing the motherboard into the chassis. Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 2-5
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... until the BIOS FlashBack™ LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS FlashBack™ is enabled. This may have risks. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 2-27 For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in Chapter 3. • Do not unplug...If this motherboard. 3. 2.2 BIOS update utility BIOS FlashBack™ BIOS FlashBack™ allows you to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. We recommend you download a BIOS file for better compatibility and stability. 2. The BIOSRenamer.exe application is damaged during the process...
... until the BIOS FlashBack™ LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS FlashBack™ is enabled. This may have risks. ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 2-27 For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in Chapter 3. • Do not unplug...If this motherboard. 3. 2.2 BIOS update utility BIOS FlashBack™ BIOS FlashBack™ allows you to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. We recommend you download a BIOS file for better compatibility and stability. 2. The BIOSRenamer.exe application is damaged during the process...
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..., 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 to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for settings and options. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS and...
..., 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 to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for settings and options. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS and...
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... Flash 3 feature allows you to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Go to the Tool menu to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Press the Up/Down ... reset the system while updating the BIOS to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press the Right arrow key to switch to the Drive field. 4. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 3-3 Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to the USB port. 2. Press the Left arrow key to switch...
... Flash 3 feature allows you to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Go to the Tool menu to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Press the Up/Down ... reset the system while updating the BIOS to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press the Right arrow key to switch to the Drive field. 4. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 3-3 Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to the USB port. 2. Press the Left arrow key to switch...
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... disk drives 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. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to a second drive. With the RAID 10... stacks. If one drive to the entire system. Use two new drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 3-5
... disk drives 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. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to a second drive. With the RAID 10... stacks. If one drive to the entire system. Use two new drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO 3-5
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... relocate the receiving antenna. - End-users and installers must be provide with the limits for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Appendix ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO A-5 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for a Class B ...instructions and the antenna(s) used in accordance with part 15 of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)...
... relocate the receiving antenna. - End-users and installers must be provide with the limits for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Appendix ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO A-5 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for a Class B ...instructions and the antenna(s) used in accordance with part 15 of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)...
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... of Conformity ASUSTek Computer Inc. TA2020/6750 APPROVED Complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO A-9 The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to the label on the product for the country listed below: UK UKCA RF... in 5725-5875 MHz, it will be considered as a receiver category 2. Appendix * The actual Wi-Fi module that this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/.
... of Conformity ASUSTek Computer Inc. TA2020/6750 APPROVED Complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO A-9 The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to the label on the product for the country listed below: UK UKCA RF... in 5725-5875 MHz, it will be considered as a receiver category 2. Appendix * The actual Wi-Fi module that this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/.