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...information...vi About this guide...vii WS Z390 PRO specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit... 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 Motherboard installation 2-4 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-5 2.1.5 ATX power connection 2-6 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-7 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-8 2.1.8 Expansion card installation...
...information...vi About this guide...vii WS Z390 PRO specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit... 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 Motherboard installation 2-4 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-5 2.1.5 ATX power connection 2-6 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-7 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-8 2.1.8 Expansion card installation...
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...0°C and 40°C. If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used in environments with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all power cables are not damaged. vi Contact.... • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on...
...0°C and 40°C. If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used in environments with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all power cables are not damaged. vi Contact.... • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on...
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... hardware setup procedures that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided.... and software updates. 1. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 5: Multi GPU support This chapter describes how to perform when installing system components. 3. ...
... hardware setup procedures that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided.... and software updates. 1. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 5: Multi GPU support This chapter describes how to perform when installing system components. 3. ...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation 1 x WS Z390 PRO motherboard 6 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x USB 2.0 bracket cable 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm) 1 x ASUS 4-Way SLI™ bridge 1 x ASUS 3-Way SLI™ bridge 1 x ASUS HB SLI™ bridge 1 x COM port bracket 1 x Q-Shield 1 x Q-Connector 2 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x Motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide 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 Accessories Application DVD Documentation 1 x WS Z390 PRO motherboard 6 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x USB 2.0 bracket cable 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm) 1 x ASUS 4-Way SLI™ bridge 1 x ASUS 3-Way SLI™ bridge 1 x ASUS HB SLI™ bridge 1 x COM port bracket 1 x Q-Shield 1 x Q-Connector 2 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x Motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xiii
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Installation tools and components Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xiv
Installation tools and components Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xiv
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ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ... or the power cord is detached from the power supply. 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 motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling...
ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ... or the power cord is detached from the power supply. 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 motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling...
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1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not ...unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or...
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not ...unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or...
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Recommended memory configurations ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-5 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. Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
Recommended memory configurations ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-5 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. 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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at x4 mode) PCIE 3.0 x16_3 slot PCIE 3.0 x16_4 slot (max. at x8 mode) PCIE 3.0 x4_1 slot (max. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIE 3.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 3.0 x16_2 slot (max. at x8 mode) ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-7 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
at x4 mode) PCIE 3.0 x16_3 slot PCIE 3.0 x16_4 slot (max. at x8 mode) PCIE 3.0 x4_1 slot (max. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIE 3.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 3.0 x16_2 slot (max. at x8 mode) ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-7 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • We recommend you connect an EATX 12V_3 cable when running CrossFireX™ ...
x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • We recommend you connect an EATX 12V_3 cable when running CrossFireX™ ...
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... on button that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. The button also lights up the system. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-9 Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system...
... on button that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. The button also lights up the system. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-9 Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system...
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...download and update to replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • We recommend that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. II function. • The MemOK! II switch (MemOK!_II) Installing DIMMs that... you turn off, please refrain from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, and the Mem_LED is tested. II ...
...download and update to replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • We recommend that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. II function. • The MemOK! II switch (MemOK!_II) Installing DIMMs that... you turn off, please refrain from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, and the Mem_LED is tested. II ...
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... section for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from the hard disk drive. It blinks when data is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-13 3. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Hard Disk...
... section for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from the hard disk drive. It blinks when data is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-13 3. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Hard Disk...
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2. Chapter 1 We recommend that supports HD Audio. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-15 Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module ... avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to the M2X4_2 socket. U.2 connectors (U.2_1-2) This motherboard comes with U.2 connectors which support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. • When using a PCIe or SATA device in the M2X4_2 socket, U.2_2 connector...
2. Chapter 1 We recommend that supports HD Audio. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-15 Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module ... avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to the M2X4_2 socket. U.2 connectors (U.2_1-2) This motherboard comes with U.2 connectors which support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. • When using a PCIe or SATA device in the M2X4_2 socket, U.2_2 connector...
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DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Chapter 1 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Chapter 1 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... 1 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on water cooling device. • Connect the fan of the connector. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-19 8. Fan and pump connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin H_AMP; 4-pin W_PUMP; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3) Connect the fan cables... fan cable to the fan connector. • The FAN Extension card is purchased separately. • W_PUMP function support depends on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of your water cooling kit to the W_PUMP connector. Insufficient air ...
... 1 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on water cooling device. • Connect the fan of the connector. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-19 8. Fan and pump connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin H_AMP; 4-pin W_PUMP; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3) Connect the fan cables... fan cable to the fan connector. • The FAN Extension card is purchased separately. • W_PUMP function support depends on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of your water cooling kit to the W_PUMP connector. Insufficient air ...
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Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 6-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with 1000W power or ...
Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 6-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with 1000W power or ...
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... the power cord is for RGB LED strips. The 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 under the operating system. • The LED... strip is aligned with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. Failure to do so may cause severe damage 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...
... the power cord is for RGB LED strips. The 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 under the operating system. • The LED... strip is aligned with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. Failure to do so may cause severe damage 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...