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Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary vii Connectors with shared bandwidth xiii Package contents...xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 ... 2-18 2.1.9 Front I/O connector 2-19 2.1.10 Expansion card installation 2-20 2.1.11 DIMM.2 installation 2-22 2.1.12 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation 2-24 2.1.13 ROG FAN CONTROLLER installation 2-25 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-27 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-29 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-29 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-30...
Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary vii Connectors with shared bandwidth xiii Package contents...xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 ... 2-18 2.1.9 Front I/O connector 2-19 2.1.10 Expansion card installation 2-20 2.1.11 DIMM.2 installation 2-22 2.1.12 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation 2-24 2.1.13 ROG FAN CONTROLLER installation 2-25 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-27 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-29 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-29 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-30...
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...ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors & 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus... Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) OptiMem III * Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the...
...ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors & 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * Refer to www.asus... Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) OptiMem III * Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the...
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... Technology - Audio cover (continued 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* Supports Intel® Double Connect Technology Bluetooth...out port - Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback Audio Features - ESS® ES9218 QUAD DAC - ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary Storage Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth USB Audio Intel® Z790 Chipset M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) DIMM.2_1 slot (...
... Technology - Audio cover (continued 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* Supports Intel® Double Connect Technology Bluetooth...out port - Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback Audio Features - ESS® ES9218 QUAD DAC - ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary Storage Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth USB Audio Intel® Z790 Chipset M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) DIMM.2_1 slot (...
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...Extreme Engine Digi+ - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors - MicroFine Alloy Choke ASUS Q-Design - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - ProCool II - SafeDIMM (continued on the next page) x Start button - BIOS FlashBack™ button - LN2 Mode - PCIe Slot Q-Release - Q-Code - Steel backplate - VRM heatsink design ASUS... 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 - ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary Internal I /O shield - SafeSlot - ProbeIt - M.2 heatsink backplate - Q-Connector -
...Extreme Engine Digi+ - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors - MicroFine Alloy Choke ASUS Q-Design - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - ProCool II - SafeDIMM (continued on the next page) x Start button - BIOS FlashBack™ button - LN2 Mode - PCIe Slot Q-Release - Q-Code - Steel backplate - VRM heatsink design ASUS... 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 - ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary Internal I /O shield - SafeSlot - ProbeIt - M.2 heatsink backplate - Q-Connector -
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... - DTS® Sound Unbound - Aura Sync - Easy Optimization with Quick Charge 4+ Support - TPU - DIGI+ Power Control - ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary Special Features Software Features Aura Sync - Aura RGB header - Support: up to the 6-pin PCIe Graphics Card connector or...27W can be supported. GameFirst VI - OLED Display AI Suite 3 - Compatible with AI Cooling II) - ROG Exclusive Software - BullGuard Internet Security (1-year full version) ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - Aura Creator - Sonic Radar III - Fan Xpert 4 (with QC 4.0/3.0/2.0, PD3.0...
... - DTS® Sound Unbound - Aura Sync - Easy Optimization with Quick Charge 4+ Support - TPU - DIGI+ Power Control - ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary Special Features Software Features Aura Sync - Aura RGB header - Support: up to the 6-pin PCIe Graphics Card connector or...27W can be supported. GameFirst VI - OLED Display AI Suite 3 - Compatible with AI Cooling II) - ROG Exclusive Software - BullGuard Internet Security (1-year full version) ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - Aura Creator - Sonic Radar III - Fan Xpert 4 (with QC 4.0/3.0/2.0, PD3.0...
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..., optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation. xii ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Please refer to the ASUS website for installation guide and FAQ. Please scan the QR Code for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to change without notice. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary Software Features BIOS...
..., optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation. xii ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Please refer to the ASUS website for installation guide and FAQ. Please scan the QR Code for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to change without notice. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME specifications summary Software Features BIOS...
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... motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables ROG Fan Controller ROG DIMM.2 with Heatsink ROG True Voltician Additional Cooling Kit Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ROG MAXIMUS Z790 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 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 Additional Cooling Kit Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ROG MAXIMUS Z790 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 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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... storage devices to the RAID Configuration Guide. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 1-13 Chapter 1 10. You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z790 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...
... storage devices to the RAID Configuration Guide. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 1-13 Chapter 1 10. You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z790 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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24. Chapter 1 25. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 1-25 Press this switch to Enabled may result in quick succession to achieve a successful POST. RSVD switch and header The RSVD switch and header is rendered useless. Setting this button to force the system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be retried in damages to Disabled. ReTry button The ReTry button is specially designed for overclockers and is most useful during the booting process where the Reset button is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Please ensure the RSVD switch is set to your system.
24. Chapter 1 25. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 1-25 Press this switch to Enabled may result in quick succession to achieve a successful POST. RSVD switch and header The RSVD switch and header is rendered useless. Setting this button to force the system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be retried in damages to Disabled. ReTry button The ReTry button is specially designed for overclockers and is most useful during the booting process where the Reset button is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Please ensure the RSVD switch is set to your system.
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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. DO NOT install a CPU designed for reference only. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 2-1 Chapter 2 Take caution when lifting the load lever, ensure to...
..., 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. DO NOT install a CPU designed for reference only. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 2-1 Chapter 2 Take caution when lifting the load lever, ensure to...
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... cooling system when installing a cooling system to an Intel® 700 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS' Intel® 700 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 W_PUMP+1/2 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 2-5
... cooling system when installing a cooling system to an Intel® 700 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS' Intel® 700 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 W_PUMP+1/2 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 2-5
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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 Z790 EXTREME 2-19 Push the connector until it clicks into place. 2.1.9 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.
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 Z790 EXTREME 2-19 Push the connector until it clicks into place. 2.1.9 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.
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... flashes for a BIOS FlashBack™ compatible motherboard. 4. Insert a USB storage device to the BIOS FlashBack™ port. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. 2. Chapter 2 BIOS FlashBack™ button BIOS FlashBack™ port...file as MZ790E.CAP, or launch the BIOSRenamer.exe application to automatically rename the file, then copy it to your computer. 5. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 2-27 For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in Chapter 3. • Do not ...
... flashes for a BIOS FlashBack™ compatible motherboard. 4. Insert a USB storage device to the BIOS FlashBack™ port. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. 2. Chapter 2 BIOS FlashBack™ button BIOS FlashBack™ port...file as MZ790E.CAP, or launch the BIOSRenamer.exe application to automatically rename the file, then copy it to your computer. 5. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 2-27 For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in Chapter 3. • Do not ...
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... may result to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 3-1 We strongly recommend that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to www.asus.com/ support. 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with...
... may result to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 3-1 We strongly recommend that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to www.asus.com/ support. 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with...
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Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 3-3 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey . Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Press the Left arrow key to switch to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Go to...and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to the USB port. 2. 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to the Folder field. 6. Press the Right arrow key to switch to update the BIOS without using an...
Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 3-3 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey . Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Press the Left arrow key to switch to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Go to...and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to the USB port. 2. 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to the Folder field. 6. Press the Right arrow key to switch to update the BIOS without using an...
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... RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing, relational database applications, enterprise resource planning, and other drive. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 3-5 If one drive to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing...
... RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing, relational database applications, enterprise resource planning, and other drive. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME 3-5 If one drive to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing...
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... more of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Appendix ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME A-5 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...
... more of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Appendix ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME A-5 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...