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Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Chapter 1

17.  S/PDIF Out header

The S/PDIF Out header allows you to connect the Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/

PDIF) Out module.

The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.

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Summary of Contents for ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series

Page 1: ...Motherboard ROG STRIX Z590 A GAMING Series E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 1 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 1 3 17 2021 9 53 07 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 07 AM ...

Page 2: ...HALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINE...

Page 3: ...erboard installation 2 15 2 1 7 ATX power connection 2 16 2 1 8 SATA device connection 2 17 2 1 9 Front I O connector 2 18 2 1 10 Expansion card installation 2 19 2 1 11 Wi Fi antenna moving installation 2 20 2 2 BIOS update utility 2 21 2 3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2 23 2 3 1 Rear I O connection 2 23 2 3 2 Audio I O connections 2 24 2 4 Starting up for the first time 2 27 2 5 Turnin...

Page 4: ...iv Appendix Notices A 1 Warranty A 8 ASUS contact information A 10 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 4 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 4 3 17 2021 9 53 08 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 08 AM ...

Page 5: ...any 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 d...

Page 6: ... 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 Conven...

Page 7: ... Lists and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types Graphics 1 x DisplayPort 1 4 1 x HDMI 2 0 Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types Only Intel 11th Core processors support DisplayPort 1 4 with max resolution of 5120 x 2880 60Hz others will only support DisplayPort 1 4 with max resolution of 4096 x 2304 60Hz Please refer to www intel com for any updates Only Intel 11th Core pr...

Page 8: ...c ax Supports 2 4 5GHz frequency band Bluetooth v5 0 or later USB Rear USB Total 10 ports 1 x USB 3 2 Gen 2x2 port s 1 x USB Type C 4 x USB 3 2 Gen 2 port s 4 x Type A 5 x USB 2 0 port s 4 x Type A 1 x USB Type C Front USB Total 7 ports 1 x USB 3 2 Gen 1 connector s support s USB Type C 1 x USB 3 2 Gen 1 header s support s additional 2 USB 3 2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2 0 header s support s additional ...

Page 9: ...in 12V Power connector 1 x 4 pin 12V Power connector Storage related 3 x M 2 slots Key M 6 x SATA 6Gb s ports USB 1 x USB 3 2 Gen 1 connector support s USB Type C 1 x USB 3 2 Gen 1 header s support s additional 2 USB 3 2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2 0 header s support s additional 4 USB 2 0 ports Miscellaneous 3 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 header s 1 x AURA RGB header s 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x CPU Over Vo...

Page 10: ...er s Addressable Gen 2 RGB header s Software Features ROG Exclusive Software RAMCache III ROG CPU Z GameFirst VI Sonic Studio III Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer Sonic Radar III DTS Sound Unbound Overwolf Anti virus software ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate AIDA64 Extreme 60 days free trial AURA Creator AURA Sync Two Way AI Noise Cancelation AI Suite 3 5 Way Optimization with AI Overclocking TPU E...

Page 11: ... Windows 10 64 bit Form Factor ATX 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 MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to troubleshoot issues optimizing product performance integrating ASUS software and recovery drive creation Please scan the QR Code for insta...

Page 12: ...ode V PCIe mode SATA6G_2 V Configuration 1 2 C M 2_3 V SATA mode V PCIe mode SATA6G_6 V When M 2_2 is operating in SATA device SATA6G_2 will be disabled When M 2_3 is operating in SATA device SATA6G_6 will be disabled E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 12 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 12 3 17 2021 9 53 08 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 08 AM ...

Page 13: ... x ASUS 2x2 Dual Band Wi Fi moving antennas 1 x Cable ties pack 1 x M 2 Q Latch package 2 x M 2 Rubber Packagess 1 x ROG key chain 1 x ROG STRIX stickers 1 x ROG STRIX thank you card Installation Media 1 x Support DVD Documentation 1 x User manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 13 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 ...

Page 14: ... 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 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 14 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 14 3 17 2021 9 53 09 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 09 AM ...

Page 15: ...em 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 1 1 Before you proceed Take note of the following...

Page 16: ...1 2 Chapter 1 Product Introduction Chapter 1 1 2 Motherboard layout E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 2 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 2 3 17 2021 9 53 09 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 09 AM ...

Page 17: ... 2 Gen 1 header 1 14 11 USB 2 0 header 1 15 12 AURA Addressable Gen2 header 1 16 13 AURA RGB header 1 17 14 Clear RTC RAM jumper 1 18 15 CPU Over Voltage jumper 1 19 16 Front Panel Audio header 1 19 17 S PDIF Out header 1 20 18 System Panel header 1 21 19 Thermal Sensor header 1 22 20 Thunderbolt header 1 23 21 TPM header 1 24 22 Q LEDs 1 25 23 8 pin Power Plug LED 1 25 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAM...

Page 18: ...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 Aut...

Page 19: ... modules A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR DDR2 or DDR3 module DO NOT install a DDR DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 5 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 5 3 17 2021 9 53 09 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 09 AM ...

Page 20: ... 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...

Page 21: ...n cards Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components Please refer to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M 2 configuration E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 7 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 7 3 17 2021 9 53 10 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 10 AM ...

Page 22: ...t PCIe bifurcation M 2 settings in PCIe x16 slots from CPU Slot Description Quantity of identifiable Intel M 2 SSD pcs Situation 1 Situation 2 1 PCIe 4 0 3 0 x16_1 3 x8 x4 x4 1 x8 2 PCIe 4 0 3 0 x16_2 0 1 x4 3 PCIe 4 0 3 0 x16_3 0 1 x4 M 2_1 1 x4 1 x4 Hyper M 2 X16 series card sold separately M 2_1 is only supported with Intel 11th Core processors Enable the Hyper M 2 X16 series card under BIOS se...

Page 23: ...ders 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 AIO_PUMP header E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 9 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 9 3 17 2021 9 53 10 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 10 ...

Page 24: ... 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 CHA_FAN3 1A 12W Q Fan Controlled CHA_FAN4 1A 12W Q Fan Controlled AIO_PUMP 1A 12W Full Speed VRM_HS_FAN 1A 12W Q Fan Controlled E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 10 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 10 3 17 2021 9 53 10 AM 3 17 2021 9...

Page 25: ...n and 4 pin power plugs 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 ...

Page 26: ...e devices When M 2_2 is operating in SATA device SATA6G_2 will be disabled When M 2_3 is operating in SATA device SATA6G_6 will be disabled Raid function for PCIe mode SSD in Intel Rapid Storage Technology is available with either 1 Intel SSDs installed in both CPU attached and PCH attached slots or 2 any other 3rd party SSDs installed in PCH attached slots To enable Intel Optane Memory Hybrid Sto...

Page 27: ...et 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_2 is operating in SATA device SATA6G_2 will be disabled When M 2_3 is operating in SATA device SATA6G_6 will be disabled Before creating a RAID set refer to the RAID Configuration Guide You can download...

Page 28: ...s data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb s The USB 3 2 Gen 1 Type C module is purchased separately 10 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 The USB 3 2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 14 E18208_ROG_...

Page 29: ...s The USB 2 0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb s connection speed DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the motherboard The USB 2 0 module is purchased separately E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 15 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 15 3 17 2021 9 53 11 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 11 AM ...

Page 30: ...he 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 mother...

Page 31: ...ilure 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 powere...

Page 32: ... 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 ...

Page 33: ...nel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard s high definition audio capability 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 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z59...

Page 34: ...he S PDIF Out header allows you to connect the Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF Out module The S PDIF module is purchased separately E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 20 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 20 3 17 2021 9 53 11 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 11 AM ...

Page 35: ...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 c...

Page 36: ...re 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 The thermal sensor is purchased separately E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 22 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 22 3 17 2021 9 53 11 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 11 AM ...

Page 37: ...ng you to connect Thunderbolt enabled devices to form a daisy chain configuration The add on Thunderbolt I O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately Please visit the official website of your purchased Thunderbolt card for more details on compatibility E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 23 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 23 3 17 2021 9 53 11 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 11 AM ...

Page 38: ...tores keys digital certificates passwords and data A TPM system also helps enhance network security protect digital identities and ensures platform integrity The TPM module is purchased separately E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 24 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 24 3 17 2021 9 53 12 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 12 AM ...

Page 39: ... up until the problem is solved 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 8 pin Power Plug LED The 8 pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8 pin power plug is not connected E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 25 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 25 3 17 2021 9 53 12 AM...

Page 40: ...1 26 Chapter 1 Product Introduction Chapter 1 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 26 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 26 3 17 2021 9 53 12 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 12 AM ...

Page 41: ... 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 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 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 1 E182...

Page 42: ...2 2 Chapter 2 Basic Installation Chapter 2 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 2 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 2 3 17 2021 9 53 12 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 12 AM ...

Page 43: ...stall a CPU heatsink and fan assembly Apply Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system if necessary E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 3 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 3 3 17 2021 9 53 13 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 13 AM ...

Page 44: ...u wish to install an AIO cooler we recommend installing the AIO cooler after installing the motherboard into the chassis AIO_PUMP CPU_OPT CPU_FAN E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 4 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 4 3 17 2021 9 53 13 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 13 AM ...

Page 45: ...IX Z590 A GAMING Series 2 5 Chapter 2 2 1 3 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 5 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 5 3 17 2021 9 53 13 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 13 AM ...

Page 46: ...nother M 2 slot Use a Phillips screwdriver when removing or installing the screws or screw stands mentioned in this section The M 2 is purchased separately For M 2_1 When installing an M 2 Type 2242 2260 2280 M 2 to M 2_1 you may need to use the removable screw stand 1 Remove the screws from the heatsink 2 Remove the heatsink 1 1 2 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 6 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 ...

Page 47: ...he maximum length the M 2 slot supports For M 2_1 Type 22110 M 2 A Remove the pre installed removable screw stand s screw and removable screw stand at the 2280 length screw hole B Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad C Install your M 2 to the M 2 slot Removable screw stand Removable screw stand s screw E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 7 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 7 ...

Page 48: ... screw stand s screw and removable screw stand at the 2280 length screw hole C Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad D Install the bundled removable screw stand to the M 2 length screw hole you wish to install your M 2 to E Install your M 2 to the M 2 slot F Secure your M 2 using the removable screw stand s screw removed previously Removable screw stand Removable screw stand s screw Removab...

Page 49: ...tic film from the thermal pads on the bottom of the heatsink 5 Replace the heatsink 6 Secure the heatsink using the screws removed previously E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 9 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 9 3 17 2021 9 53 14 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 14 AM ...

Page 50: ...Chapter 2 For M 2_2 and M 2_3 1 Remove the screws from the heatsinks 2 Remove the heatsinks 1 1 1 1 2 2 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 10 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 10 3 17 2021 9 53 14 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 14 AM ...

Page 51: ...ength For M 2_2 Type 22110 M 2 For M 2_3 Type 22110 M 2 A Remove the pre installed removable M 2 Q Latch screw at the 2280 length screw hole B Rotate and adjust the M 2 Q latch so that the handle points away from the M 2 slot C Install your M 2 to the M 2 slot D Rotate the M 2 Q Latch clockwise to secure the M 2 in place E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 11 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_U...

Page 52: ...uired remove the pre installed removable M 2 Q Latch screw at the 2280 length screw hole C Install the M 2 Q Latch to the M 2 length screw hole you wish to install your M 2 to D Rotate and adjust the M 2 Q latch so that the handle points away from the M 2 slot E Install your M 2 to the M 2 slot F Rotate the M 2 Q Latch clockwise to secure the M 2 in place E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb ...

Page 53: ...stic film from the thermal pads on the bottom of the heatsinks 5 Replace the heatsinks 6 Secure the heatsinks using the screws removed previously E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 13 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 13 3 17 2021 9 53 15 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 15 AM ...

Page 54: ...he MOS fan holder You may install 12V 1A 12W 40mm x 40mm fans You may adjust the height of the fan holder to your preference when installing the fan holder Ensure to the use the bundled screws that came with your accessory 1 2 5 5 3 4 4 VRM_HS_FAN 8 6 7 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 14 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 14 3 17 2021 9 53 15 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 15 AM ...

Page 55: ... DO NOT over tighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard 1 Place the motherboard into the chassis ensuring that its rear I O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I O panel 2 1 6 Motherboard installation E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 15 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 15 3 17 2021 9 53 15 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 15 AM ...

Page 56: ...stallation Chapter 2 2 1 7 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8 pin power plug OR AND E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 16 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 16 3 17 2021 9 53 15 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 15 AM ...

Page 57: ...STRIX Z590 A GAMING Series 2 17 Chapter 2 2 1 8 SATA device connection OR E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 17 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 17 3 17 2021 9 53 16 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 16 AM ...

Page 58: ...nnector This connector will only fit in one orientation Push the connector until it clicks into place USB 2 0 AAFP To install USB 2 0 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 3 2 Gen 1 To install USB 3 2 Gen 1 connector E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 18 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 18 3 17 2021 9 53 16 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 16 AM ...

Page 59: ...2 19 Chapter 2 2 1 10 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x4 cards E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 19 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 19 3 17 2021 9 53 16 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 16 AM ...

Page 60: ...that the ASUS Wi Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi Fi ports Ensure that the antenna is at least 20 cm away from all persons The illustration above is for reference only The I O port layout may vary with models but the Wi Fi moving antenna installation procedure is the same for all models E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 20 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 20 3 17 ...

Page 61: ...hree 3 seconds until the BIOS FlashBack LED blinks three times indicating that the BIOS FlashBack function is enabled 6 Wait until the light goes out indicating that the BIOS updating process is completed For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup refer to the section Updating BIOS in Chapter 3 Do not unplug portable disk power system or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing oth...

Page 62: ...information on using the BIOS FlashBack feature please refer to https www asus com support or by scanning the QR code below E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 22 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 22 3 17 2021 9 53 16 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 16 AM ...

Page 63: ...ck button 7 BIOS FlashBack LED 8 USB 3 2 Gen 2x2 Type C port 3 9 USB 3 2 Gen 2 Type A ports 7 and 8 10 Intel Wi Fi 6 Bluetooth V5 0 11 Audio USB Type C port 12 Audio jacks 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 ...

Page 64: ...bps connection Audio 2 4 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration Port Headset 2 channel 4 channel 5 1 channel 7 1 channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Side Speaker Out Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Red Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange Center Sub woofer Center Sub woofer Black Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out 2 3 2 Audio I O connections Audio...

Page 65: ...2 25 Chapter 2 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2 channel Speakers Connect to 4 channel Speakers E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 25 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 25 3 17 2021 9 53 17 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 17 AM ...

Page 66: ...c Installation Chapter 2 Connect to 5 1 channel Speakers Connect to 7 1 channel Speakers E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 26 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 indb 26 3 17 2021 9 53 17 AM 3 17 2021 9 53 17 AM ...

Page 67: ...r 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 One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep fo...

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Page 69: ...ttings 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 BIO...

Page 70: ...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 pro...

Page 71: ...o 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 swit...

Page 72: ...enamed BIOS file to a USB flash drive 3 Turn on the system 4 Insert the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to a USB port 5 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 6 The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting To ensure system compatibility and stability we re...

Page 73: ...n 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 relati...

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Page 75: ...e 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 th...

Page 76: ...e 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 fo...

Page 77: ...では その国の法律または規制により 本製品の使用ができないことがあります このような国では 本 製品を運用した結果 罰せられることがありますが 当社は一切責任を負いかねますのでご了承 ください Précautions d emploi de l appareil a Soyez particulièrement vigilant quant à votre sécurité lors de l utilisation de cet appareil dans certains lieux les avions les aéroports les hôpitaux les stations service et les garages professionnels b Évitez d utiliser cet appareil à proximité de dispositifs médi...

Page 78: ...rohibits 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 t...

Page 79: ...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 E18208_ROG_STRIX_Z590 A_GAMING_UM_V3 i...

Page 80: ... compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014 53 EU Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https www asus com support The WiFi operating in the band 5150 5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed in the table below Déclaration simplifiée de conformité de l UE ASUSTek Computer Inc déclare par la présente que cet a...

Page 81: ... Činnosť WiFi v pásme 5150 5350 MHz bude obmedzená na použitie vo vnútornom prostredí pre krajiny uvedené v tabuľke nižšie Poenostavljena izjava EU o skladnosti ASUSTek Computer Inc tukaj izjavlja da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014 53 EU Polno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https www asus com support WiFi ki deluje v pas...

Page 82: ...ormációk Az ASUS önkéntes gyártói kereskedelmi garanciát kínál Az ASUS fenntartja magának a jogot hogy értelmezze az ASUS kereskedelmi garanciára vonatkozó rendelkezéseket Ezt a kereskedelmi garanciát az ASUS függetlenül és a törvényes garancia mellett nyújtja és semmilyen módon nem befolyásolja vagy korlátozza a jogi garancia nyújtotta jogokat A garanciára vonatkozó teljes körű információkért lát...

Page 83: ...eg retten til å tolke bestemmelsene i ASUS sin kommersielle garanti ASUS sin kommersielle garanti gis uavhengig og i tillegg til den lovbestemte juridiske garantien og verken påvirker eller begrenser rettighetene under den juridiske garantien på noen måte Du finner fullstendig informasjon om garanti på https www asus com no support SB Informacije o ASUS garanciji ASUS nudi dobrovoljnu proizvođačku...

Page 84: ... Web site https www asus com us Technical Support Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Online support https qr asus com techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkortstrasse 21 23 40880 Ratingen Germany Web site https www asus com de Online contact https www asus com support Product ContactUs Services questionform lang de de Technical Support Telephone DE 49 2102 57...

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