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...ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series specifications summary vii Connectors with shared bandwidth xii 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 system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 Cooling system installation 2-3 2.1.3 DIMM installation 2-5 2.1.4 M.2 installation 2-6 2.1.5 Motherboard... moving installation 2-19 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-20 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-22 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ...
...ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series specifications summary vii Connectors with shared bandwidth xii 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 system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 Cooling system installation 2-3 2.1.3 DIMM installation 2-5 2.1.4 M.2 installation 2-6 2.1.5 Motherboard... moving installation 2-19 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-20 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-22 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ...
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..., do not try to the correct voltage in environments with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used in your area. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that the power cables for the devices...and the power cables are connected. v Do not place the product in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where ...
..., do not try to the correct voltage in environments with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used in your area. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that the power cables for the devices...and the power cables are connected. v Do not place the product in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where ...
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... the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. NOTE: Tips and additional information to boot into the BIOS, upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash...need when installing and configuring the motherboard. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Where to find more information Refer to complete a task. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic ...
... the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. NOTE: Tips and additional information to boot into the BIOS, upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash...need when installing and configuring the motherboard. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Where to find more information Refer to complete a task. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic ...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING WIFI motherboard 1 x ROG audio USB Type-C® cable 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS 2x2 Dual-Band Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Cable ties pack 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package 2 x M.2 Rubber Packagess 1 x ROG key chain 1 x ROG STRIX stickers 1 x ROG STRIX thank you card 1 x Support DVD 1 x User manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xiii
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING WIFI motherboard 1 x ROG audio USB Type-C® cable 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS 2x2 Dual-Band Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Cable ties pack 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package 2 x M.2 Rubber Packagess 1 x ROG key chain 1 x ROG STRIX stickers 1 x ROG STRIX thank you card 1 x Support DVD 1 x User manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xiii
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xiv Installation tools and components Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel® LGA 1200 CPU Intel® LGA 1200 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) 1 Bag of screws The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xiv Installation tools and components Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel® LGA 1200 CPU Intel® LGA 1200 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) 1 Bag of screws The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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...Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • ... supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. ...or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-1
...Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • ... supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. ...or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-1
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DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1200 socket only. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a LGA1200 socket designed for 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors & 10th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron...of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1200 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 1. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the LGA1200 socket. • The CPU fits in ...
DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1200 socket only. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a LGA1200 socket designed for 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors & 10th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron...of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1200 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 1. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the LGA1200 socket. • The CPU fits in ...
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2. Chapter 1 Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A2* DIMM_A2* DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-5 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
2. Chapter 1 Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A2* DIMM_A2* DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-5 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
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Chapter 1 Please refer to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-7 Failure to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M.2 configuration. 3. Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Chapter 1 Please refer to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-7 Failure to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M.2 configuration. 3. Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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These are not jumpers! Fan and Pump headers The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the AIO_PUMP header. Do not place jumper caps on the fan headers! • Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the header. For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to the fan headers. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-9 Chapter 1 4. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
These are not jumpers! Fan and Pump headers The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the AIO_PUMP header. Do not place jumper caps on the fan headers! • Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the header. For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to the fan headers. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-9 Chapter 1 4. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
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...a higher power output when configuring a system with 1000W power or above to use two or more power-consuming devices. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-11 Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you to connect your... motherboard to fit in only one orientation, find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the power supply ...
...a higher power output when configuring a system with 1000W power or above to use two or more power-consuming devices. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-11 Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you to connect your... motherboard to fit in only one orientation, find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the power supply ...
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Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB 2.0 header The USB 2.0 header allows you to 480 Mb/s connection speed. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-15 Chapter 1 11.
Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB 2.0 header The USB 2.0 header allows you to 480 Mb/s connection speed. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-15 Chapter 1 11.
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...component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is purchased separately. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up , check if the addressable RGB LED strip is connected in ...based LED strips. Chapter 1 The Addressable Gen2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/ Data/Ground), with the 5V header on the motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system...
...component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is purchased separately. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up , check if the addressable RGB LED strip is connected in ...based LED strips. Chapter 1 The Addressable Gen2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/ Data/Ground), with the 5V header on the motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system...
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Chapter 1 The AURA RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system is powered on. • ... strips. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up , check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is detached from the power supply. 13. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-17 AURA RGB...
Chapter 1 The AURA RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system is powered on. • ... strips. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up , check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is detached from the power supply. 13. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-17 AURA RGB...
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... a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system (depending on the type of the installed CPU). Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. We recommend that supports HD Audio. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-19 15. Set to pins 2-3 to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you to set to pins...
... a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system (depending on the type of the installed CPU). Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. We recommend that supports HD Audio. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-19 15. Set to pins 2-3 to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you to set to pins...
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Chapter 1 19. Thermal Sensor header The Thermal Sensor header allows you to connect a sensor to detect its temperature. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard's component to monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard.
Chapter 1 19. Thermal Sensor header The Thermal Sensor header allows you to connect a sensor to detect its temperature. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard's component to monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard.
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The actual cause may vary from case to case. 23. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up until the problem is not connected. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-25 If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is solved. Q-LEDs The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. Chapter 1 22.
The actual cause may vary from case to case. 23. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up until the problem is not connected. ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 1-25 If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is solved. Q-LEDs The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. Chapter 1 22.
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Chapter 2 ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 2-1 DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, and LGA1151 sockets on the LGA1200 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. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps...
Chapter 2 ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series 2-1 DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, and LGA1151 sockets on the LGA1200 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. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps...