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... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any...
... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any...
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...-1 pin U31G1_910) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-16 1-15 1-4 1-5 1-9 1-11 1-13 1-18 1-12 1-10 1-17 1-14 1-14 1-19 1-18 1-15 1-13 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-3 M.2 sockets (M.2_1; Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 17. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_C3) 8.
...-1 pin U31G1_910) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-16 1-15 1-4 1-5 1-9 1-11 1-13 1-18 1-12 1-10 1-17 1-14 1-14 1-19 1-18 1-15 1-13 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-3 M.2 sockets (M.2_1; Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 17. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_C3) 8.
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DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A2* DIMM_B2* DIMM_A2* DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-5 ® DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A2* DIMM_B2* DIMM_A2* DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-5 ® DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ® Chapter 1 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1 Slot No. 1 2 3 Slot Description PCIEx16_1 slot PCIEx16_2 slot PCIEx1 slot ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-7 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ® Chapter 1 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1 Slot No. 1 2 3 Slot Description PCIEx16_1 slot PCIEx16_2 slot PCIEx1 slot ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-7 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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MemOK!_II ON OFF TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING MemOK! switch • Refer to replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may...is complete. II switch to disabled. • Ensure to section 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of profiles. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-9 The switch is enabled by default, allowing memory re-training when the motherboard is tested. • If you ... the power cord for the system to memory problems. The Mem_LED will turn off , please refrain from www.asus.com after turning on the computer. II switch (MemOK!_II) Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with ones ...
MemOK!_II ON OFF TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING MemOK! switch • Refer to replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may...is complete. II switch to disabled. • Ensure to section 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of profiles. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-9 The switch is enabled by default, allowing memory re-training when the motherboard is tested. • If you ... the power cord for the system to memory problems. The Mem_LED will turn off , please refrain from www.asus.com after turning on the computer. II switch (MemOK!_II) Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with ones ...
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Memory LED (Mem_LED) The Mem_LED will turn off. II function is complete, the Mem_LED will light up and remain lit while the MemOK! ® Chapter 1 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. Mem_LED TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING MemOK!_LED ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-11 When the re-training is in use.
Memory LED (Mem_LED) The Mem_LED will turn off. II function is complete, the Mem_LED will light up and remain lit while the MemOK! ® Chapter 1 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. Mem_LED TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING MemOK!_LED ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-11 When the re-training is in use.
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... SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR ® ® PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L AAFP HD-audio-compliant pin definition TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING Analog front panel connector We recommend that supports HD Audio. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_C3) This connector... CC1 VBUS RX1RX1+ GND TX1TX1+ VBUS VBUS TX2+ TX2GND RX2+ RX2GND DD+ CC2 TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector The USB 3.1 Gen 2 module is for additional USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-13 The latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of the motherboard's...
... SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR ® ® PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L AAFP HD-audio-compliant pin definition TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING Analog front panel connector We recommend that supports HD Audio. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_C3) This connector... CC1 VBUS RX1RX1+ GND TX1TX1+ VBUS VBUS TX2+ TX2GND RX2+ RX2GND DD+ CC2 TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector The USB 3.1 Gen 2 module is for additional USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-13 The latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of the motherboard's...
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...each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. ® RXD1 DTR1 DSR1 CTS1 COM PIN 1 DCD1 TXD1 GND RTS1# PI1# TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING Serial port connector The COM module is purchased separately. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is for... to use a pigtail cable to connect the cooler to the motherboard. • Ensure to fully insert the fan cable to the fan connectors. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-15 Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the connector. •...
...each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. ® RXD1 DTR1 DSR1 CTS1 COM PIN 1 DCD1 TXD1 GND RTS1# PI1# TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING Serial port connector The COM module is purchased separately. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is for... to use a pigtail cable to connect the cooler to the motherboard. • Ensure to fully insert the fan cable to the fan connectors. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-15 Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the connector. •...
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...LED lights up or flashes when data is for the system power button. The HDD LED lights up when you to this connector. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-17 System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to ...warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is read from or written to this connector. PLED PWRSW SPEAKER PANEL PIN 1 HDD_LED RESET PLED TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power ...
...LED lights up or flashes when data is for the system power button. The HDD LED lights up when you to this connector. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-17 System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to ...warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is read from or written to this connector. PLED PWRSW SPEAKER PANEL PIN 1 HDD_LED RESET PLED TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power ...
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... supply is switched off or the power cord is aligned with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3 m. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-19 RGB_HEADER1 PIN 1 +12V G R B RGB_HEADER2 PIN 1 +12V G R B TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING RGB_HEADER connectors The RGB headers support 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The...
... supply is switched off or the power cord is aligned with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3 m. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 1-19 RGB_HEADER1 PIN 1 +12V G R B RGB_HEADER2 PIN 1 +12V G R B TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING RGB_HEADER connectors The RGB headers support 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The...
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DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for reference only. Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-1 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only.
DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for reference only. Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-1 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only.
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2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-3
2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-3
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2.1.3 Motherboard installation 1. Place the motherboard into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis' rear I /O ports are aligned to the chassis. ® Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-5 Place eight (8) screws into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I /O panel. 2.
2.1.3 Motherboard installation 1. Place the motherboard into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis' rear I /O ports are aligned to the chassis. ® Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-5 Place eight (8) screws into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I /O panel. 2.
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2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-7
2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-7
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To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install USB 3.1 Gen2 connector USB 3.1 Gen2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place.
To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install USB 3.1 Gen2 connector USB 3.1 Gen2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place.
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ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-11 Chapter 2 2.1.9 M.2 installation For type 22110 M.2 on M.2_1 socket 1 1 For type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 M.2 on M.2_1 socket 1 1 2 21 1 2 21 1 3 3 3 3 6 6 4 4 5 56 6 4 4 8 8 7 78 8 6 6 5 5 The M.2 is purchased separately.
ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-11 Chapter 2 2.1.9 M.2 installation For type 22110 M.2 on M.2_1 socket 1 1 For type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 M.2 on M.2_1 socket 1 1 2 21 1 2 21 1 3 3 3 3 6 6 4 4 5 56 6 4 4 8 8 7 78 8 6 6 5 5 The M.2 is purchased separately.
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Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-13 Due to hardware design, the LAN port's LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. ** Audio 2, 4, 6 or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) ...
Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-13 Due to hardware design, the LAN port's LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. ** Audio 2, 4, 6 or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) ...
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Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 8 Speakers ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-15
Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 8 Speakers ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 2-15
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... flexible and convenient mouse input. We strongly recommend that you to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the help of a trained service personnel. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings... have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 3-1
... flexible and convenient mouse input. We strongly recommend that you to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the help of a trained service personnel. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings... have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 3-1
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... boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 3-3 Refer to switch EZ System Tuning modes Creates storage RAID and configures system overclocking Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Search(F9...
... boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. ASUS TUF Z390M-PRO GAMING 3-3 Refer to switch EZ System Tuning modes Creates storage RAID and configures system overclocking Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Search(F9...
