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  • Page 1 TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING specifications summary ..........ix Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Motherboard overview ................1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed ..............1-1 1.1.2...
  • Page 4 3.6.13 HDD/SSD SMART Information ..........3-22 Monitor menu ................... 3-22 Boot menu ....................3-23 Tool menu ....................3-24 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............3-24 3.9.2 ASUS User profile ..............3-24 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-25 3.9.4 ASUS Q-Installer ............... 3-25 3.10...
  • Page 5 RAID configurations .................. 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions ................4-1 Appendix Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-5...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
  • Page 8 Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 9: Tuf Z390-Plus Gaming Specifications Summary

    TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING specifications summary Intel Socket 1151 for Intel Core™ 9000 series, 8 Generation Intel Core™ ® ® ® i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium and Celeron processors ® ® Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* ®...
  • Page 10 - ASUS SafeSlot: Protect your graphics card Investment - ASUS ESD Guard: Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability! - ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 8+1 Phase digital power design...
  • Page 11 TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING specifications summary OptiMem II - Higher performance of memory overclocking. Enhance compatibility for some memory with RGB. MemOK! II - Enhance memory compatibility. More smart and convenient. Keep high performance. (Shorten the PC starting time) Q-Installer - Auto download driver and software. Friendly for first PC builder.
  • Page 12 Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows 10 64-bit ® Operating system support ATX form factor: 12.0 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4cm) Form factor Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x IO Shield Accessories 1 x M.2 Screw Package (2-in-1) 1 x TUF GAMING Sticker Application drive Motherboard support DVD...

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components Intel 1151 CPU ® Intel 1151 compatible CPU Fan ® Phillips (cross) screwdriver SATA hard disk drive PC chassis 1 bag of screws DIMM Power supply unit SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components listed above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling 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. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    1.1.2 Motherboard layout 24.4cm(9.6in) KBMS EATX12V CPU_FAN DIGI+ CPU_OPT U31G2_12 Mem_LED MemOK!_II U31G1_34 HDMI LGA1151 LAN_U31G1_56 AIO_PUMP AUDIO CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 2280 2260 2242 PCIE SATA IRST M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIEX16_1 219V ® Intel ® Z390 PCIEX1_2 Super BATTERY 128Mb BIOS PCIEX16_2 ASM1480 PCIEX1_3 22110 2280...

  • Page 17: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    10. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) 11. AURA RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1/2) 12. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 1-15 13. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 1-12 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-16 15. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-13 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an Intel Socket 1151 for Intel Core™ 9000 series, 8 ® ® Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium and Celeron processors. ® ® ® TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING CPU LGA1151 TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 18: System Memory

    • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1155, and LGA1156 sockets in the LGA1151 socket. • 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. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 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. ® TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 19 Recommended memory configurations Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB and 16 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 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 (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • For DRAM compatibility and performance, please use A2 slot for priority 1. • Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133MHz and their corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and compatibility of the memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and other installed devices. • 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. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 20: Expansion Slots

    1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 ® PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX1_4 Slot No. Slot Description PCIEx1_1 slot PCIEx16_1 slot PCIEx1_2 slot PCIEx16_2 slot PCIEx1_3 slot PCIEx1_4 slot Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 21 N/A recommended) Dual VGA/PCIe cards • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (gray) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. PCI Express 3.0 operating mode Hyper M.2 X16 card PCIe 3.0 x16_1 configuration PCIe 3.0 x16_2 (black) (gray) 3 Intel SSD on CPU support x8+x4+x4 ® • Hyper M.2 X16 card is purchased separately. • Enable the Hyper M.2 X16 card under BIOS settings. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 22: Jumpers

    1.1.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ® CLRTC PIN 1 TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. Hold down the <Delete> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. •...
  • Page 23 RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1/2) These headers are for RGB LED strips. These RGB headers support 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3 m. 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. • 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 operating. • The LED strips are purchased separately. RGB_HEADER2 ® +12V RGB_HEADER1 +12V G R B TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING RGB_HEADER connector TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 24: Onboard Switches

    1.1.7 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open- case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. MemOK!_II switch (MemOK!_II) Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. The switch is enabled by default, allowing memory re-training when the motherboard is unresponsive due to memory problems. The Mem_LED will light up while re-training, and turn off when the re-training is complete. MemOK!_II ® TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING MemOK! switch • Refer to section 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the Mem_LED. • The MemOK! II switch does not function under Windows OS environment. ® • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests pretest profiles. It takes about 30 seconds for the system to test one set of profiles. If the test fails, the system reboots and tests the next set of profiles. The system will reboot multiple times when training, once the system has completed the training process the Mem_LED will turn off, please refrain from doing anything before the Mem_LED turns off. • Due to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each profile is tested. • If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. To stop memory tuning, turn...

  • Page 25: Onboard Leds

    Power OK -5 Volts PIN 1 +5 Volts +5 Volts PSON# +3 Volts -12 Volts ® +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to connect the 8-pin EATX12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot. • 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 IntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P2_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSTX- IntA_P2_SSTX- IntA_P1_SSTX+ IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P1_D- IntA_P2_D- IntA_P1_D+ PIN 1 IntA_P2_D+ ® TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that support up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. USB1314 USB1112 ® PIN 1 PIN 1 TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING USB2.0 connectors...
  • Page 27 TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING Fan connectors Connect the pump cable from the all-in-one cooler (AIO cooler) to the AIO_PUMP header, and connect the fan cables to the CPU_FAN and/or CPU_OPT header(s). If your AIO cooler has more than one fan, you may need to use a pigtail cable to connect the cooler to the motherboard. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AAFP PIN 1 ® HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin de nition compliant de nition TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING Analog front panel connector 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. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 1-13...
  • Page 28 RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 SATA6G_5 RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 ® SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING Intel SATA 6 Gb/s connectors ® • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • 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. • When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_2 port cannot be used.

  • Page 29: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED PWRSW SPEAKER PANEL ® PIN 1 HDD_LED RESET PLED TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) This 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR_SW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the operating system settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the...
  • Page 30 TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING M.2 sockets • M2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices. • M2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe and SATA storage devices. • When the M.2_1 socket is operating in SATA mode, SATA port 2 will be disabled. • When a device is installed on the M.2_2 socket, SATA_5/6 port cannot be used. • These sockets support IRST (Intel Rapid Storage Technology). ® The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ® SPDIF_OUT TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-16...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    2.1.1 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 32 • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 33: Cooling System Installation

    2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling systems and CPU before you install the cooling systems and fan, if necessary. To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 34 To install an AIO cooler AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT The illustrations in this section are for reference only. Please refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard Layout for the actual location of the header(s). Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 35: Motherboard Installation

    2.1.3 Motherboard installation Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. ® DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 36: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 37: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 38: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 39: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP To install USB 2.0 connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 40: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 41: M.2 And M.2 Heatsink Installation

    2.1.9 M.2 and M.2 heatsink installation For type 22110 M.2 on M.2_2 socket For type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 M.2 on M.2_2 socket • The M.2 is purchased separately. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 2-11...

  • Page 42: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors PS/2 mouse port Audio I/O ports** USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports HDMI 1.4b port USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports DisplayPort Intel LAN port* PS/2 keyboard port ® * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. •...
  • Page 43 ** Audio 2, 4, 6 or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel 2-channel Light Blue (Rear Rear Speaker Rear Speaker Line In Rear Speaker Out panel) Front Speaker Front Speaker Front Speaker Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center Lime (Front panel) Side Speaker Out For a 7.1-channel speaker setup, refer to the 7.1-channel configuration in the table. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 2-13...

  • Page 44: Audio I/O Connections

    2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2 Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-14...
  • Page 45 Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Connect to 8 Speakers TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 2-15...

  • Page 46: Starting Up For The First Time

    Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Ensure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 47: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup Knowing BIOS 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.

  • Page 48: Bios Setup Program

    RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS jumper. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.

  • Page 49: Ez Mode

    Search on the FAQ the button to manually tune the fans Click to display boot devices Loads optimized default settings Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 50: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press the <F7> hotkey.
  • Page 51 This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard’s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 52 Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program.

  • Page 53: Qfan Control

    Click to activate DC Mode be configured PWM Mode Select a profile to Click to apply the fan setting apply to your fans Click to undo the Click to go back to main menu changes Select to manually configure your fans TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 54 Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’...

  • Page 55: Ez Tuning Wizard

    To start OC Tuning: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Click OC then click Next. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 56 Select a Main Cooling system BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I’m not sure, then click Next. After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to start the OC Tuning. Creating RAID To create RAID: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen.
  • Page 57 Speed (RAID 5). After selecting the type of RAID, click Next then click Yes to continue the RAID setup. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 3-11...

  • Page 58: My Favorites

    My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-12...
  • Page 59 • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. Click Exit (ESC) or press <Esc> key to close Setup Tree Map screen. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 3-13...

  • Page 60: Main Menu

    Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.
  • Page 61 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings. SVID Behavior [Auto] This item allows you to program the CPU’s SVID behavior base on CPU’s quality.
  • Page 62 Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings. DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the CPU power voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally depending on the CPU loading.
  • Page 63 Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 250KHz to 500KHz with a 50KHz interval. CPU Graphics Power Duty Control The CPU Graphics power duty control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component’s phase. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 3-17...
  • Page 64 [T. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to maintain the current VRM balance. Internal CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production.

  • Page 65: Advanced Menu

    This item allows you to configure MSR 0xE2[15], CFG lock bit. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration The items in this menu allow you to adjust the Link Speed for PEG Port and Multi-Monitor. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 3-19...

  • Page 66: Pch Configuration

    3.6.4 PCH Configuration The items in this menu allow you to adjust the PCH PCI Express speed. PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. PCIe Speed This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] 3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration...

  • Page 67: Onboard Devices Configuration

    [Auto] Automatically detects the M.2 device mode. If a SATA device is detected, SATA6G_2 port will be disabled. [SATA] Supports M.2_1 SATA devices only. SATA6G_2 port will be disabled. [PCIE ] Supports M.2_1 PCIe devices only. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 3-21...

  • Page 68: Apm Configuration

    3.6.8 APM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set system wake and sleep settings. ErP Ready This item allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options are switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable(S4+S5)] [Enable(S5)] 3.6.9 PCI Subsytem Settings...

  • Page 69: Boot Menu

    Configuration options: [Ignore] [Legacy only] [UEFI only] Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices This item allows you to select the type of PCI-E/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Ignore] [Legacy only] [UEFI only] TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 3-23...

  • Page 70: Tool Menu

    3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 71: Asus Spd Information

    This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. 3.9.4 ASUS Q-Installer ASUS Q-Installer This item allows you to enable or disable ASUS Q-Installer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.

  • Page 72: Updating Bios

    3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Updating through the Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet.
  • Page 73 Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. To update the BIOS via Internet: Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press <Enter>. Select via Internet. TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING 3-27...

  • Page 74: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    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.

  • Page 75: Chapter 4: Raid Support

    ® 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. 4.1.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks.
  • Page 76 Chapter 4: RAID Support...
  • Page 77 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.
  • Page 78 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.
  • Page 79 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.
  • Page 80 доступний на: www.asus.com/support Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support Türkçe AsusTek Computer Inc., bu aygıtın temel gereksinimlerle ve ilişkili Čeština Společnost ASUSTeK Computer Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že toto Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder.
  • Page 81 +1-510-739-3777 +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 +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...
  • Page 82 Appendix...

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