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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...v TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 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 ... 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 D4 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 ... 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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... slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 - Please refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 ...XMP) OptiMem II * Actual memory data rate support depends on the next page) vi Intel® 12th Gen Processors* 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot Intel® Z690 Chipset** 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4 slot 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots * Please check PCIe bifurcation table in...
... slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 - Please refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Intel® Socket LGA1700 ...XMP) OptiMem II * Actual memory data rate support depends on the next page) vi Intel® 12th Gen Processors* 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot Intel® Z690 Chipset** 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4 slot 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots * Please check PCIe bifurcation table in...
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...power design with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thunderbolt™ header ASUS TUF PROTECTION - Stainless-Steel Back I /O shield - Pre-mounted I /O ASUS Q-Design - Addressable Gen 2 headers (continued on the next page) viii Overvoltage Protection - AURA RGB header - M.2 Q-Latch - TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors Special Features Storage related 4 x M.2... header (AAFP) 1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with DrMOS) - ProCool - M.2 heatsink - VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY - TUF LANGuard - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution -
...power design with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thunderbolt™ header ASUS TUF PROTECTION - Stainless-Steel Back I /O shield - Pre-mounted I /O ASUS Q-Design - Addressable Gen 2 headers (continued on the next page) viii Overvoltage Protection - AURA RGB header - M.2 Q-Latch - TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors Special Features Storage related 4 x M.2... header (AAFP) 1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with DrMOS) - ProCool - M.2 heatsink - VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY - TUF LANGuard - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution -
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TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 specifications summary Software Features BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - AURA Creator - 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 - Please scan the QR Code for the latest specifications. •...
TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 specifications summary Software Features BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - AURA Creator - 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 - Please scan the QR Code for the latest specifications. •...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 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 D4 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
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Before creating a RAID set, refer to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable. If you installed SATA storage devices, you 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. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 1-11 Chapter 1 7. SATA 6Gb/s port The SATA 6Gb/s port allows you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website.
Before creating a RAID set, refer to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable. If you installed SATA storage devices, you 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. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 1-11 Chapter 1 7. SATA 6Gb/s port The SATA 6Gb/s port allows you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website.
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... 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. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 2-1
... 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. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 2-1
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... 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 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 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 2-5
... 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 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 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 2-5
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Chapter 2 • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 2-19 The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi moving antenna installation procedure is for all persons. 2.1.10 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the antenna is at the back of the chassis. The illustration above is the same for reference only.
Chapter 2 • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 2-19 The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi moving antenna installation procedure is for all persons. 2.1.10 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the antenna is at the back of the chassis. The illustration above is the same for reference only.
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...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 beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 3-1 In normal circumstances, the ... BIOS configurations, please refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code.
...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 beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 3-1 In normal circumstances, the ... BIOS configurations, please refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code.
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... the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Select the... to the USB port. 2. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS... utility. Press the Left arrow key to switch to perform the BIOS update process. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 3-3
... the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Select the... to the USB port. 2. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS... utility. Press the Left arrow key to switch to perform the BIOS update process. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 3-3
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... disk drives for this setup. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 3-5 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to the RAID Configuration Guide which you get all applications to a second drive. If one drive to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the...
... disk drives for this setup. Chapter 3 TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 3-5 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to the RAID Configuration Guide which you get all applications to a second drive. If one drive to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the...
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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 part 15...outlet on , the user is subject to the following measures: - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Appendix TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 A-1 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with any interference received, including interference that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if...
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 part 15...outlet on , the user is subject to the following measures: - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Appendix TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 A-1 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with any interference received, including interference that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if...
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... UK UKCA RF Output table (The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017) Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (Model: AX201NGW): Function Frequency WiFi Bluetooth 2412 - 2472 MHz 5150 - 5350 MHz 5470 - 5725 MHz 5725 - 5850 MHz 2402 - 2480 MHz Maximum Output Power...38 dBm 12.51 dBm For the standard EN 300 440, if this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. TA2018/3315 APPROVED Complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the crossed out ... the battery should not be placed in compliance with IMDA Standards DB103778 Appendix TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 A-5
... UK UKCA RF Output table (The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017) Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (Model: AX201NGW): Function Frequency WiFi Bluetooth 2412 - 2472 MHz 5150 - 5350 MHz 5470 - 5725 MHz 5725 - 5850 MHz 2402 - 2480 MHz Maximum Output Power...38 dBm 12.51 dBm For the standard EN 300 440, if this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. TA2018/3315 APPROVED Complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the crossed out ... the battery should not be placed in compliance with IMDA Standards DB103778 Appendix TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 A-5
