Asus PRIME Z390M-PLUS Users Manual English

Asus PRIME Z390M-PLUS Manual

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    Motherboard PRIME Z390M-PLUS
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    service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL https://www.asus.com/support/ or (2) problems
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    ...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi PRIME Z390M-PLUS specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.4 System memory 1-11 Chapter 2: BIOS Information 2.1 Managing and
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    . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts
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    and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING:
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    DVD Documentation 1 x ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS motherboard 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x Support DVD 1 x User manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. PRIME Z390M-PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots
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    PRIME Z390M-PLUS specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Special Features Intel® CPU support with Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (RAID 0 & RAID 1) - The PCIEX16_1 slot supports up to 3 Intel® PCIe NVME SSDs via a Hyper M.2 X16 series Card.* Intel® Z390 Chipset support under BIOS settings
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    ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Back Panel I/O Ports Superb Performance OptiMem II - Improved DDR4 stability M.2 onboard - The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds ASUS Fan Xpert 4 - Advanced fan and
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    ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Manageability Support DVD OS Support Form factor 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector (support DC/PWM mode) 1 x
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    x
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    EATX12V DIGI+ VRM CPU_FAN AIO_PUMP LGA1151 EATXPWR 5 Mem_LED 6 MemOK! BIOS PANEL 8 9 10 17 16 15 14 13 12 8 7 11 Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS
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    contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. CPU, chassis, and AIO pump fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~2, 4-pin AIO_PUMP FAN) 3. Intel® LGA1151 CPU socket 4. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. Memory LED (Mem_LED) 6. MemOK! II switch 7. Intel® Z390
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    with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. The switch is enabled by default, allowing memory re-training when the motherboard is unresponsive due to memory problems. The MEMOK_II_LED will light up while re-training, and turn off when the re-training is complete. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 1-3
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    to replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! II function. Intel® Z390 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) These
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    Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. +3V_BAT GND CLRTC PIN 1 If the the battery. System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 1-5
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    system chassis. COM PIN 1 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L AGND
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    /2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots that support PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 1-7
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    Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. 10. PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). This port connects to a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 1-9
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    Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
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    stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Recommended memory configurations DIMM_B2* DIMM_B2* DIMM_A2* DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 1-11
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    Installing a DIMM 1 2 A A B To remove a DIMM B A 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    , you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: PRIME Z390M-PLUS version: 0306
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    Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update. 3. Reboot the system when the update process is done. • ASUS EZ Flash 3 supports USB devices, such as a USB flash disk, with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent
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    http://support.asus.com and save them in your USB flash drive. NTFS is not supported under FreeDOS environment. Ensure that your USB flash drive is in single partition and in FAT32/16 format. • Turn off the computer. • Ensure that your computer has a DVD optical drive. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 2-3
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    the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device:  and  to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW
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    down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 2.3 Exit Menu for details. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 2-5
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    what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing
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    (F7) or press . The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Go to the Setup Mode item overclocking Search(F9) Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 2-7
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    Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following Mode Search on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status 2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS Information
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    and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Search (F9) This button allows you to search for BIOS items by entering its name, enter the item name to find the related item listing. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 2-9
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    this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Scroll list of options. Hot keys This button contains the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and
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    The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 2-11
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    2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS Information
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    radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS A-1
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    Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
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    in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment License. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS A-3
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    con le direttive correlate. Il testo completo della dichiarazione di conformità UE è disponibile all'indirizzo: www.asus.com/support ASUS www.asus.com/support ASUSTeK Computer Inc www.asus.com/support Hrvatski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan s bitnim zahtjevima
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    Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS A-5
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