Motherboard

PRIME
Z490-A
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First Edition
February 2020

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Contents
Safety information........................................................................................................ v
About this guide.......................................................................................................... vi
PRIME Z490-A specifications summary................................................................... vii
Connectors with shared bandwidth.......................................................................... xi
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 Fan bracket installation................................................................ 2-8
2.1.6 Motherboard installation............................................................... 2-9
2.1.7 ATX power connection............................................................... 2-10
2.1.8 SATA device connection............................................................ 2-11
2.1.9 Front I/O connector.................................................................... 2-12
2.1.10 Expansion card installation........................................................ 2-13
2.1.11 M.2 Wi-Fi module and antenna installation................................ 2-15
2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections.............................................. 2-16
2.2.1 Rear I/O connection................................................................... 2-16
2.2.2 Audio I/O connections................................................................ 2-17
2.3 Starting up for the first time..................................................................... 2-20
2.4 Turning off the computer......................................................................... 2-20

Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support

3.1 Knowing BIOS............................................................................................. 3-1
3.2 BIOS setup program................................................................................... 3-2
3.3 EZ Update.................................................................................................... 3-2
3.4 ASUS EZ Flash 3......................................................................................... 3-3
3.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3............................................................................. 3-4
3.6 RAID configurations................................................................................... 3-5

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 Appendix
Notices ..................................................................................................................... A-1
ASUS contact information....................................................................................... A-6

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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.

Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• 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 ambient temperatures
between 0°C and 40°C.

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 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:
• Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the
motherboard.
• Chapter 2: Basic Installation
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when
installing system components.
• Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support
This chapter tells how to boot into the BIOS, upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash Utility
and support on RAID.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS website
The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware
and software products.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.

Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components and injuries to

yourself when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

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PRIME Z490-A specifications summary
Intel® Socket LGA 1200 for 10th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and
Celeron® processors*
Supports Intel® 14 nm CPU
CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Turbo Boost Max
Technology 3.0**
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list.
** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.
Chipset Intel® Z490 Chipset
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4600(O.C) / 4500(O.C) / 4400(O.C) /
4266(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) /
3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3200(O.C.) /
3000(O.C.) / 2933(O.C.) / 2800(O.C.) / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz Non-
ECC, Un-buffered Memory*
Memory Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
OptiMem II
* 10th Gen Intel® Core™ i9/i7 CPUs support 2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 natively.
refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
1 x DisplayPort 1.4*
1 x HDMI™ 1.4b
Graphics * Support DisplayPort 1.4 with max. resolution of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz. Please
refer to www.intel.com for any update.
** Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.
Intel® 10th Gen processors**
2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (support x16, x8/x8 modes)
Intel® Z490 Chipset
Expansion Slots 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
3 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots*
* The PCIe x1_2 slot shares bandwidth with M.2 slot (Key E).
** Support PCIe bifurcation for RAID on CPU function.
Supports NVIDIA 2-Way SLI® Technology
Multi-GPU support
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX™ Technology
Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel® Z490 Chipset
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110
(supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA modes)*
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110
(supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode)**
Storage
6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports Raid 0,1,5,10
Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready
* M.2_1 shares bandwidth with SATA_2.
** M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with SATA_56. When M.2_2 slot is operating in
PCIe x4 mode, SATA_56 will be disabled.

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Ethernet 1 x Intel® I225-V Ethernet
Wireless & Bluetooth M.2 slot (Key E) (Wi-Fi module is sold separately)
Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (3 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)
USB
Front USB (Total 7 ports)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Realtek® S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for
headphone and speakers
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR
recording input (Line-in)
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback*
Audio Features:
Audio - Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure consistent
performance
- Rear optical S/PDIF out port
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors
- Audio Shielding
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Audio cover
- Unique de-pop circuit
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for
8-Channel audio.
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (3 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
Back Panel I/O Ports
1 x HDMI™ port
1 x Intel® I225-V Ethernet port
5 x Audio jacks
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port

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Fan and cooling related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
1 x 4-pin M.2 Fan header
1 x W_PUMP+ header
Power related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector
1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector
Storage related
2 x M.2 slots (Key M)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
Internal I/O connectors
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Front Panel connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Miscellaneous
2 x AURA addressable Gen 2 headers
2 x AURA RGB headers
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x COM Port header
1 x CPU Over Voltage jumper
1 x Front panel audio header (AAFP)
1 x M.2 slot (Key E)
1 x Power button
1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis Intrude function
1 x Thermal sensor header
1 x Thunderbolt header
ASUS 5X PROTECTION III
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with Dr. MOS)
- ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- ASUS ESD Guards
- ASUS LANGuard
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection
Special Features - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design:
- ASUS Q-Connector
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device
[yellow-green])
- ASUS Q-Slot

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ASUS Thermal Solution:
- Aluminum M.2 Heatsink
- Aluminum heatsink design
Special Features ASUS EZ DIY:
- Procool
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- ASUS SafeSlot
ASUS Exclusive Software:
Armoury Crate:
- Aura Creator
- Aura Sync
AI Suite 3
- 5-Way Optimization with AI Overclocking
TPU
EPU
Digi+ VRM
Fan Xpert 4
Turbo app
Software Features
- EZ update
AI Charger
ASUS Turbo LAN
DTS:X® Ultra
UEFI BIOS
AI Overclocking Guide
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
FlexKey
BIOS 192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability WOL by PME, PXE
Operating System Windows® 10 - 64 bit
ATX Form Factor
Form Factor
12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for
the latest specifications.

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Connectors with shared bandwidth

A
C

B D
B
A
D

Configuration 1 2
PCIEX16_1 x16 x8
A
PCIEX16_2 - x8
Configuration 1 2
PCIEX1_2 x1 -
B
M.2 slot (Key E) - V
Configuration 1 2
M.2_1 V (PCIe/SATA mode) V (PCIe mode)
C
SATA_2 - V
Configuration 1 2
M.2_2 x4 x2
D
SATA_56 - V

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 • PCIEX1_2 slot shares bandwidth with M.2 slot (Key E).

• M.2_1 shares bandwidth with SATA_2.

• M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with SATA_56. When M.2_2 slot is operating in PCIe x4
mode, SATA_56 will be disabled.

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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.

Motherboard 1 x PRIME Z490-A motherboard

Cables 3 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
1 x Fan bracket
1 x M.2 Rubber Package
Miscellaneous 1 x M.2 SSD screw package
1 x M.2 Key E screw package
1 x Q-connector
Installation Media 1 x Support DVD
Documentation 1 x User manual

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

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 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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Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Product Introduction
1

Chapter 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 components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due
to static electricity.

• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.

• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in

the bag that came with the component.

• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so
may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

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 1.2 Motherboard layout
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 Layout contents Page
1. CPU socket 1-4
2. DIMM slots 1-5
3. Expansion slots 1-7

Chapter 1
4. Fan and Pump headers 1-9
5. Power connectors 1-10
6. M.2 slot 1-11
7. SATA 6GB/s port 1-12
8. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Front Panel connector 1-13
9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 1-14
10. USB 2.0 header 1-15
11. AURA Addressable Gen2 header 1-16
12. AURA RGB header 1-17
13. Clear CMOS header 1-18
14. COM Port header 1-19
15. CPU Over Voltage jumper 1-19
16. Front Panel Audio header 1-20
17. M.2 slot (Key E) 1-20
18. Power button 1-21
19. System Panel header 1-22
20. Thermal Sensor header 1-23
21. Thunderbolt header 1-24
22. Q-LEDs 1-25
23. Standby Power LED 1-25
24 8-pin Power Plug LED 1-26

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 1. CPU socket
The motherboard comes with a LGA1200 socket designed for 10th Gen Intel® Core™,
Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors.
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• Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1200 socket only. DO NOT
install a CPU designed for other sockets on the LGA1200 socket.

• The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket
to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU.

• Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.

• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and
the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap
is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard
components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.

• 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 LGA1200 socket.

• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the
PnP cap.

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2. 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. DO

Chapter 1
NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.

Recommended memory configurations

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 Memory configurations
You may install 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into
the DIMM sockets.

You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps
Chapter 1

the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess
memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.

• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a
lower frequency than the vendor-marked value.

• For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full
memory load or overclocking condition.

• Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility,
we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code
(D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory
modules.

• Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.

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3. 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.

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Please refer to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M.2
configuration.

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 Recommended VGA configuration
Slot Description Single VGA Dual VGA Triple VGA
2. PCIe 3.0 x16_1 x16 x8 x8
4. PCIe 3.0 x16_2 - x8 x8
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6. PCIe 3.0 x16_3 - - x4

• We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI®
mode.

• Ensure to connect the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs when running CrossFireX™ or
SLI® mode.

• Connect a chassis fan to the chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics
cards for better thermal environment.

Hyper M.2 X16 series card configuration

Up to 2 Intel® SSD on CPU Up to 3 Intel® SSD on CPU
Slot Description
support support
2. PCIe 3.0 x16_1 - x8+x4+x4
4. PCIe 3.0 x16_2 x4+x4 -

• Hyper M.2 X16 series card sold separately.

• When using up to 2 Intel® SSD on CPU support on PCIe 3.0 x16_2, PCIe 3.0 x16_1
will run at x8.

• When using up to 3 intel® SSD on CPU support, PCIe 3.0 x16_2 will be disabled. If
you wish to connect a display, we suggest using the internal VGA, or installing a VGA
card to PCIe x16_3, which will run at x4.

• Enable the Hyper M.2 X16 series card under BIOS settings.

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4. Fan and Pump headers
The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system.

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• DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan headers. Insufficient air flow
inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not
jumpers! 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 W_PUMP+ header.

Header Max. Current Max. Power Default Speed Shared Control

CPU_FAN 1A 12W Q-Fan Controlled A
CPU_OPT 1A 12W Q-Fan Controlled A
CHA_FAN1 1A 12W Q-Fan Controlled -
CHA_FAN2 1A 12W Q-Fan Controlled -
AIO_PUMP 1A 12W Full-Speed -
M.2_FAN 1A 12W Q-Fan Controlled -
W_PUMP+ 3A 36W Full-Speed -

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 5. Power connectors
These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to a power supply.
The power supply plugs are designed to fit in only one orientation, find the proper
orientation and push down firmly until the power supply plugs are fully inserted.
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Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug.

• For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit
(PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a
minimum power of 350 W.

• We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a
system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or
may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

• If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with
1000W power or above to ensure the system stability.

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6. M.2 slot
The M.2 slot allows you to install M.2 SSD modules.

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• M.2_1 slots support PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode Key M design and type 2242 /
2260/ 2280 / 22110 storage devices.

• M.2_2 slot supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode Key M design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 /
22110 storage devices.

• M.2_1 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_2

• M.2_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56. When M.2_2 is operating in PCIe x4

mode, SATA_56 will be disabled. Adjust BIOS settings to use M.2 PCIe devices in x4
mode.

• M.2 slots supports IRST (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology).

The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately.

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 7. SATA 6Gb/s ports
The SATA 6Gb/s ports allows you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc
drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable.
Chapter 1

If you installed SATA storage devices, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration
with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z490 chipset.

• The slots are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a SATA RAID set
using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium
with Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)].

• When M.2_1 is operating in PCIe mode, SATA6G_2 will be disabled.

• M.2_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56. When M.2_2 is in x4 speed and

populated, SATA6G_56 will be disabled. When M.2_2 is in x2 speed and populated,
SATA6G_56 will be in x2 speed.

• Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can
download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website.

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8. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Front Panel connector
The USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 2 module for
additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector provides data transfer
speeds of up to 10 Gb/s.

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• The USB 3.2 Gen 2 module is purchased separately.

• For the list of compatible devices, please visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.

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 9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1 module for
additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header provides data transfer
speeds of up to 5 Gb/s.
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The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately.

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10. USB 2.0 header
The USB 2.0 header allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB
2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s
connection speed.

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DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the
motherboard!

The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.

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 11. AURA Addressable Gen2 header
The Addressable Gen2 header allows you to connect individually addressable RGB
WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips.
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The Addressable Gen2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/
Data/Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V), and the addressable headers on
this board can handle a combined maximum of 500 LEDs.

Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off
or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe
damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

• Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip.

• If your LED strip does not light up, check if the addressable RGB LED strip is
connected in the correct orientation, and the 5V connector is aligned with the 5V
header on the motherboard.

• The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on.

• The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately.

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12. AURA RGB header
The AURA RGB header allows you to connect RGB LED strips.

Chapter 1
The AURA RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a
maximum power rating of 3A (12V).

Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off
or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe
damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

• Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip.

• If your LED strip does not 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
aligned with the 12V header on the motherboard.

• The LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on.

• The LED strip is purchased separately.

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 13. Clear CMOS header
The Clear CMOS header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in
the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup
parameters.
Chapter 1

To erase the RTC RAM:

1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to
re-enter data.

DO NOT short-circuit the pins except when clearing the RTC RAM. Short-circuiting or
placing a jumper cap will cause system boot failure!

If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard button cell battery and move the
jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the
button cell battery.

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14. COM Port connector
The COM (Serial) Port connector allows you to connect a COM port module. Connect
the COM port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening
on the system chassis.

Chapter 1
The COM port module is purchased separately.

15. CPU Over Voltage jumper

The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible
overclocking system (depending on the type of the installed CPU). Set to pins 2-3 to
increase the CPU voltage setting, or set to pins 1-2 to use the default CPU voltage
setting.

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 16. Front Panel Audio header
The front panel audio header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module
that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to
this header.
Chapter 1

We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.

17. M.2 slot (Key E)

The M.2 Wi-Fi slot allows you to install an M.2 Wi-Fi module (E-key, type 2230).

The M.2 Wi-Fi module is purchased separately.

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18. Power button
Press the Power button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or soft-
off mode (depending on the operating system settings).

Chapter 1
The LED near the button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source
indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before
removing or installing any motherboard component.

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 19. System Panel header
The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions.
Chapter 1

• System Power LED header (PLED)

The 2-pin header allows you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power
LED lights up when the system is connected to a power source, or when you turn on
the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
• Storage Device Activity LED header (HDD_LED)
The 2-pin header allows you to connect the Storage Device Activity LED. The Storage
Device Activity LED lights up or blinks when data is read from or written to the storage
device or storage device add-on card.
• System Warning Speaker header (SPEAKER)
The 4-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted system warning
speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
• Power Button/Soft-off Button header (PWRSW)
The 3-1 pin header allows you to connect the system power button. Press the
power button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or soft-off mode
(depending on the operating system settings).
• Reset button header (RESET)
The 2-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted reset button. Press the
reset button to reboot the system.
• Chassis intrusion connector (CHASSIS)
The 2-pin connector allows you to connect the chassis-mounted intrusion detection
sensor or switch. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to
the connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced, the signal is then
generated as a chassis intrusion event.

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20. Thermal Sensor header
The Thermal Sensor header allows you to connect a sensor to monitor the
temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard.
Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard’s
component to detect its temperature.

Chapter 1
The thermal sensor is purchased separately.

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 21. Thunderbolt header
The Thunderbolt header allows you to connect an add-on Thunderbolt I/O card
that supports Intel’s Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six
Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain
configuration.
Chapter 1

The add-on Thunderbolt I/O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately.

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22. Q-LEDs
The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during
the motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED
stays lit up until the problem is solved.

Chapter 1
The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for
troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case.

23. Standby Power LED

The Standby Power LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode,
in soft-off mode, or connected to a power source. This is a reminder that you should
shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any
motherboard component.

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 24. 8-pin Power Plug LED
The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not
connected.
Chapter 1

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Chapter 2: Basic Installation

Basic Installation
2.1 Building your PC system
2
The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with
models, but the installation steps are the same for all models.

2.1.1 CPU installation

• Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1200 socket only. DO
NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, and LGA1151 sockets on the

Chapter 2
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.

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Chapter 2

2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation

2.1.2 Cooling system installation

Apply 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

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 To install an AIO cooler

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 /
W_PUMP+

CPU_FAN

CPU_OPT

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2.1.3 DIMM installation

Chapter 2
To remove a DIMM

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 2.1.4 M.2 installation

2
1
Chapter 2

• The M.2 rubber pad is

optional for when installing
a single sided M.2 storage
4 device. Ensure to install the
bundled M.2 rubber pad
before installing your single
sided M.2 storage device.

• DO NOT install the bundled

M.2 rubber pads when
installing a double-sided
M.2 storage device. The
rubber pad installed by
default is compatible with
double sided M.2 storage
devices.

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 5

Chapter 2
8
9

• The M.2 heatsink can be installed to the M.2_1 slot or to the M.2_2 slot.

• The M.2 is purchased separately.

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 2.1.5 Fan bracket installation
Chapter 2

When using high performance settings whilst overclocking, ensure to install the fan holder
for additional fan(s).

• You may install 12V (1A, 12W), 40mm x 40mm fans or 50mm x 50mm fans.

• Ensure to the use the bundled screws that came with your fans.

• Fans are purchased separately.

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2.1.6 Motherboard installation
1. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to
the chassis’ rear I/O panel.

Chapter 2
2. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to
the chassis.

DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

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 2.1.7 ATX power connection
Chapter 2

OR AND

• DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under
heavy usage.

• Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power
plugs.

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2.1.8 SATA device connection

OR

Chapter 2

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 2.1.9 Front I/O connector
To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector

USB 3.2 Gen 2

This connector will only fit in one

Chapter 2

orientation. Push the connector until it

clicks into place.

To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector

USB 3.2 Gen 1

USB 2.0

To install front panel audio connector

AAFP

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2.1.10 Expansion card installation
To install PCIe x16 cards

Chapter 2
To install PCIe x1 cards

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 To install ThunderboltEX 3-TR card

6-pin PCIe power connector

USB Type-C®
port connects
to Thunderbolt
devices

MiniDP in port
connects to DP
out port on the
motherboard
Chapter 2

or a VGA card

USB 2.0 header

Thunderbolt header

Ensure to install the ThunderboltEX 3-TR card to a PCIe slot from PCH.

• Step 6 is optional, please connect a 6-pin PCIe power connector when you wish to
use the USB Type-C® port Thunderbolt quick charge feature to charge a 5V or more
device. The ThunderboltEX 3-TR card can support quick charging up to 100W.

• The TypeC_1 port can support up to 20V devices, and the TypeC_2 port can support
up to 9V devices when the 6-pin PCIe power connector is connected.

• The Thunderbolt card is sold separately.

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2.1.11 M.2 Wi-Fi module and antenna installation
Installing the M.2 W-Fi Module

Chapter 2
3

• Ensure that the

ASUS 2x2 dual
band Wi-Fi antenna
is securely installed
to the Wi-Fi ports.

5 • Ensure that the

antenna is at least
20 cm away from all
persons.

• The illustration
to the left is for
reference only. The
I/O port layout may
vary with models,
but the Wi-Fi
antenna installation
procedure is the
same for all models.

• The M.2 Wi-Fi

module and antenna
are purchased
separately.

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 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections
2.2.1 Rear I/O connection
Chapter 2

Rear panel connectors

1. DisplayPort
2. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port 3
3. Intel® I225-V Ethernet port
4. HDMI™ port
5. USB 2.0 ports 12 and 13
6. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports 1 and 2
7. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port C4
8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports 9 and 10
9. Optical S/PDIF OUT port
10. Audio jacks*
* Refer to the table on the next page for audio port definitions.

• We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to ports with matching
data transfer rate. Please connect your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1
ports and your USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports for faster and better
performance for your devices.

• Due to the design of the Intel chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 3.2 Gen
1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update
their firmware for better compatibility.

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* Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration
Headset
Port 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel
2-channel
Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Side Speaker Out
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Orange – – Center/Sub Center/Sub
woofer woofer
Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

2.2.2 Audio I/O connections

Audio I/O ports

Chapter 2
Connect to Headphone and Mic

Connect to Stereo Speakers

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 Connect to 2-channel Speakers

Connect to 4-channel Speakers

Chapter 2

Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers

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Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers

Chapter 2

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 2.3 Starting up for the first time
1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.
2. Ensure that all switches are off.
3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector.
5. Turn on the devices in the following order:
a. Monitor
b. External storage devices (starting with the last device on the chain)
c. System power
6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights
up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press
the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with the “green” standards or if it has
Chapter 2

a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to
green after the system LED turns on.
The system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running,
the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear
on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned
on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings
and connections or call your retailer for assistance.

BIOS Beep Description

VGA detected
One short beep Quick boot set to disabled
No keyboard detected
One continuous beep followed by two
No memory detected
short beeps then a pause (repeated)
One continuous beep followed by three
No VGA detected
short beeps
One continuous beep followed by four
Hardware component failure
short beeps

7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the
instructions in Chapter 3.

2.4 Turning off the computer

While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system
on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power button
for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS
setting.

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Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support

BIOS and RAID Support

3.1 Knowing BIOS

3
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 keyboard-
only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily
navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The
term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage
device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot
device configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. In
normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure
optimal performance. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following
circumstances:
• An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you
to run the BIOS Setup.
• You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or
update.

Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly

recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained

Chapter 3
service personnel.

• When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as PZ490A.CAP for this
motherboard.

• BIOS settings and options may vary due to different BIOS release versions. Please
refer to the latest BIOS version for settings and options.

For more information on BIOS configurations, please refer to

https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual
by scanning the QR code.

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 3.2 BIOS setup program
Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen
include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup
program.

Entering BIOS at startup

To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> or <F2> during the Power-On Self Test
(POST). If you do not press <Delete> or <F2>, POST continues with its routines.

Entering BIOS Setup after POST

To enter BIOS Setup after POST:
• Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Delete> simultaneously.
• Press the reset button on the system chassis.
• Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you
failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options.
After doing either of the three options, press <Delete> key to enter BIOS.

• 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 any BIOS setting, load the default
settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized
Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey <F5>.

• If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and
reset the motherboard to the default value.

• The BIOS setup program does not support Bluetooth devices.

Chapter 3

BIOS menu screen

The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.
You can change modes from Setup Mode in Boot menu or by pressing the <F7> hotkey.

3.3 EZ Update
The EZ Update is a utility that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows®
environment.

• EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP

(Internet Service Provider).

• This utility is available in the support USB drive that comes with the motherboard
package.

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3.4 ASUS EZ Flash 3
The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based
utility.

Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.
Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey <F5>.

To update the BIOS:

• This function can support 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 system
boot failure!

1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port.
2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select
ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press <Enter>.
3. Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive field.
4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest
BIOS, and then press <Enter>.
5. Press <Tab> to switch to the Folder field.
6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press <Enter> to
perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is
done.

Chapter 3

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 3.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the
BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a
corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains
the BIOS file.

The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published
on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at
https://www.asus.com/support/ and save it to a USB flash drive.

Recovering the BIOS

To recover the BIOS:
1. Turn on the system.
2. Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or the USB flash drive
containing the BIOS file to the USB port.
3. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. When found, the utility
reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 automatically.
4. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. To ensure
system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press <F5> to load default
BIOS values.

DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause
system boot failure!
Chapter 3

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3.6 RAID configurations
The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0,
RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configuration.

For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please

refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at
https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code.

RAID definitions
RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in
parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a
sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access
and storage. Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup.
RAID 1 (Data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to
a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications
to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive. This RAID
configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system.
Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. The new drive
must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive.
RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives.
Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance, fault
tolerance, and higher storage capacity. The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for
transaction processing, relational database applications, enterprise resource planning, and
other business systems. Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup.
RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data)

Chapter 3
having to be calculated and written. With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits
of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing
drive and three new drives for this setup.

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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 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can 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 interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Appendix

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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) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et

Développement économique Canada (ISED)
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement
économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement

Class B ITE

KC: Korea Warning Statement

Google™ License Terms

Copyright© 2020 Google Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”); you may not use this file
Appendix

except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of the License at:
http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the
License is distributed on an “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS
OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
See the License for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the
License.

A-2 Appendix
Declaration of compliance for product environmental
regulation
ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and
makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global
environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on
regulation requirements.
Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/Compliance.htm for information disclosure based on
regulation requirements ASUS is complied with:

EU REACH and Article 33

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

EU RoHS
This product complies with the EU RoHS Directive. For more details, see
http://csr.asus.com/english/article.aspx?id=35

India RoHS
This product complies with the “India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016” and prohibits
use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and
polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1% by weight in
homogenous materials and 0.01% by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except
for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule.

Vietnam RoHS
ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of
the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT.
Các sản phẩm ASUS bán tại Việt Nam, vào ngày 23 tháng 9 năm2011 trở về sau, đều phải đáp ứng
các yêu cầu của Thông tư 30/2011/TT-BCT của Việt Nam.

Turkey RoHS
AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur Appendix

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 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest
standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to
be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the
packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed
recycling information in different regions.

DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.

Regional notice for California

WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm -
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Appendix

A-4 Appendix
English ASUSTeK Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in Română ASUSTeK Computer Inc. declară că acest dispozitiv se conformează
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of cerinţelor esenţiale şi altor prevederi relevante ale directivelor conexe. Textul
related Directives. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at: complet al declaraţiei de conformitate a Uniunii Europene se găseşte la:
www.asus.com/support www.asus.com/support
Français AsusTek Computer Inc. déclare par la présente que cet appareil est Srpski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj u saglasnosti
conforme aux critères essentiels et autres clauses pertinentes des directives sa osnovnim zahtevima i drugim relevantnim odredbama povezanih
concernées. La déclaration de conformité de l’UE peut être téléchargée à Direktiva. Pun tekst EU deklaracije o usaglašenosti je dostupan da adresi:
partir du site Internet suivant : www.asus.com/support www.asus.com/support
Deutsch ASUSTeK Computer Inc. erklärt hiermit, dass dieses Gerät mit Slovensky Spoločnosť ASUSTeK Computer Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že toto
den wesentlichen Anforderungen und anderen relevanten Bestimmungen zariadenie vyhovuje základným požiadavkám a ostatým príslušným
der zugehörigen Richtlinien übereinstimmt. Der gesamte Text der EU- ustanoveniam príslušných smerníc. Celý text vyhlásenia o zhode pre štáty EÚ
Konformitätserklärung ist verfügbar unter: www.asus.com/support je dostupný na adrese: www.asus.com/support
Italiano ASUSTeK Computer Inc. con la presente dichiara che questo Slovenščina ASUSTeK Computer Inc. izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna z
dispositivo è conforme ai requisiti essenziali e alle altre disposizioni bistvenimi zahtevami in drugimi ustreznimi določbami povezanih direktiv.
pertinenti con le direttive correlate. Il testo completo della dichiarazione di Celotno besedilo EU-izjave o skladnosti je na voljo na spletnem mestu:
conformità UE è disponibile all’indirizzo: www.asus.com/support www.asus.com/support
Русский Компания ASUS заявляет, что это устройство соответствует Español Por la presente, ASUSTeK Computer Inc. declara que este
основным требованиям и другим соответствующим условиям dispositivo cumple los requisitos básicos y otras disposiciones pertinentes
соответствующих директив. Подробную информацию, пожалуйста, de las directivas relacionadas. El texto completo de la declaración de la UE
смотрите на www.asus.com/support de conformidad está disponible en: www.asus.com/support
Български С настоящото ASUSTeK Computer Inc. декларира, че това Svenska ASUSTeK Computer Inc. förklarar härmed att denna
устройство е в съответствие със съществените изисквания и другите enhet överensstämmer med de grundläggande kraven och andra
приложими постановления на свързаните директиви. Пълният текст на relevanta föreskrifter i relaterade direktiv. Fulltext av EU-försäkran om
декларацията за съответствие на ЕС е достъпна на адрес: överensstämmelse finns på: www.asus.com/support
www.asus.com/support Українська ASUSTeK Computer Inc. заявляє, що цей пристрій відповідає
Hrvatski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan основним вимогам та іншим відповідним положенням відповідних
s bitnim zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama vezanih direktiva. Директив. Повний текст декларації відповідності стандартам ЄС
Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support доступний на: www.asus.com/support
Čeština Společnost ASUSTeK Computer Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že Türkçe AsusTek Computer Inc., bu aygıtın temel gereksinimlerle ve ilişkili
toto zařízení splňuje základní požadavky a další příslušná ustanovení Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder. AB
souvisejících směrnic. Plné znění prohlášení o shodě EU je k dispozici na uygunluk bildiriminin tam metni şu adreste bulunabilir:
adrese: www.asus.com/support www.asus.com/support
Dansk ASUSTeK Computer Inc. erklærer hermed, at denne enhed er i Bosanski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj usklađen
overensstemmelse med hovedkravene og andre relevante bestemmelser i sa bitnim zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama vezanih direktiva.
de relaterede direktiver. Hele EU-overensstemmelseserklæringen kan findes Cijeli tekst EU izjave o usklađenosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support
på: www.asus.com/support
Nederlands ASUSTeK Computer Inc. verklaart hierbij dat dit apparaat
voldoet aan de essentiële vereisten en andere relevante bepalingen van
de verwante richtlijnen. De volledige tekst van de EU-verklaring van
conformiteit is beschikbaar op: www.asus.com/support
Eesti Käesolevaga kinnitab ASUSTeK Computer Inc, et see seade vastab
asjakohaste direktiivide oluliste nõuetele ja teistele asjassepuutuvatele
sätetele. EL vastavusdeklaratsiooni täielik tekst on saadaval järgmisel
aadressil: www.asus.com/support
Suomi ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ilmoittaa täten, että tämä laite on
asiaankuuluvien direktiivien olennaisten vaatimusten ja muiden tätä
koskevien säädösten mukainen. EU-yhdenmukaisuusilmoituksen koko teksti
on luettavissa osoitteessa: www.asus.com/support
Ελληνικά Με το παρόν, η AsusTek Computer Inc. δηλώνει ότι αυτή
η συσκευή συμμορφώνεται με τις θεμελιώδεις απαιτήσεις και άλλες
σχετικές διατάξεις των Οδηγιών της ΕΕ. Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης
συμβατότητας είναι διαθέσιμο στη διεύθυνση: www.asus.com/support
Magyar Az ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ezennel kijelenti, hogy ez az eszköz
megfelel a kapcsolódó Irányelvek lényeges követelményeinek és egyéb
vonatkozó rendelkezéseinek. Az EU megfelelőségi nyilatkozat teljes szövege
innen letölthető: www.asus.com/support
Latviski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ar šo paziņo, ka šī ierīce atbilst saistīto
Direktīvu būtiskajām prasībām un citiem citiem saistošajiem nosacījumiem.
Pilns ES atbilstības paziņojuma teksts pieejams šeit: www.asus.com/support
Lietuvių „ASUSTeK Computer Inc.“ šiuo tvirtina, kad šis įrenginys atitinka
pagrindinius reikalavimus ir kitas svarbias susijusių direktyvų nuostatas. Visą
ES atitikties deklaracijos tekstą galima rasti: www.asus.com/support
Norsk ASUSTeK Computer Inc. erklærer herved at denne enheten er i
samsvar med hovedsaklige krav og andre relevante forskrifter i relaterte
direktiver. Fullstendig tekst for EU-samsvarserklæringen finnes på:
Appendix

www.asus.com/support
Polski Firma ASUSTeK Computer Inc. niniejszym oświadcza, że
urządzenie to jest zgodne z zasadniczymi wymogami i innymi właściwymi
postanowieniami powiązanych dyrektyw. Pełny tekst deklaracji zgodności
UE jest dostępny pod adresem: www.asus.com/support
Português A ASUSTeK Computer Inc. declara que este dispositivo está em
conformidade com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições relevantes
das Diretivas relacionadas. Texto integral da declaração da UE disponível em:
www.asus.com/support

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 ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

Address 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan
Telephone +886-2-2894-3447
Fax +886-2-2890-7798
Web site www.asus.com

Technical Support
Telephone +86-21-38429911
Fax +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101#
Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Address 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA
Telephone +1-510-739-3777
Fax +1-510-608-4555
Web site http://www.asus.com/us/

Technical Support
Support fax +1-812-284-0883
Telephone +1-812-282-2787
Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Address 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
Appendix

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