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  • Page 1 ProArt Z490- CREATOR...
  • 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 ...................... iv About this guide ......................v ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G specifications summary ..........vi Connectors with shared bandwidth ................. xi Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard layout ..................

  • Page 4: 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 5: 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 6: Proart Z490-Creator 10G Specifications Summary

    * 10 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 from CPU* 1 x HDMI™ 1.4b 2 x Thunderbolt™ 3 ports (USB Type-C ) supports DisplayPort 1.4 and ®...
  • Page 7 ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G specifications summary 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)**...
  • Page 8 ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G specifications summary 2 x Thunderbolt™ 3 USB Type-C ports ® 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 x Type-A) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (4 x Type-A) 2 x DisplayPort IN ports for Thunderbolt™ 3* 1 x HDMI™...
  • Page 9 Extreme Engine Digi+ - 5K Black Metallic Capacitors - ON-semi NCP302045 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...
  • Page 10 Windows 10 - 64 bit ® Operating System 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.

  • Page 11: Connectors With Shared Bandwidth

    Connectors with shared bandwidth Configuration PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 Configuration M.2_1 SATA mode SATA_2 Configuration M.2_2 SATA_56 Configuration PCIEX16_3 Thunderbolt™ 3...
  • Page 12 • When M.2_1 is operating in SATA mode, SATA6G_2 will be disabled. • M.2_2 runs at PCIe 3.0 x2 by default and shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56. When M.2_2 runs at PCIe 3.0 x4 or is populated by H10, SATA6G_56 will be disabled. •...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G motherboard 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables Cables 1 x DP to DP cable for Thunderbolt™ 3 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 Rubber Package Miscellaneous 1 x M.2 SSD screw package...

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    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.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard layout Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 17 1-18 14. COM Port connector 1-19 15. CPU Over Voltage jumper 1-19 16. Front Panel Audio header 1-20 17. System Panel header 1-21 18. Thermal Sensor header 1-22 19. Q-LEDs 1-23 20. 8-pin Power Plug LED 1-23 ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19 (Double Data Rate 4) memory 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 ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...
  • Page 20 (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 21 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion 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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...
  • Page 22 Recommended VGA configuration Slot Description Single VGA Dual VGA Triple VGA PCIe 3.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 PCIe 3.0 x16_3 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug when running CrossFireX™ mode. •...
  • Page 23 For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to the AIO_PUMP header. Header Max. Current Max. Power Default Speed Shared Control CPU_FAN Q-Fan Controlled CPU_OPT Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN1 Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN2 Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN3 Q-Fan Controlled AIO_PUMP Full-Speed ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...
  • Page 24 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. Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug.
  • Page 25 M.2_2 runs at PCIe 3.0 x2 by default and shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56. When M.2_2 runs at PCIe 3.0 x4 or is populated by H10, SATA6G_56 will be disabled. • M.2 slots supports IRST (Intel Rapid Storage Technology). ® The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 1-11...
  • Page 26 SATA6G_56 will be disabled. When M.2_2 is in x2 speed and populated, SATA6G_56 will be enabled. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-12...
  • Page 27 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. • The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. • For the list of compatible devices, please visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 1-13...
  • Page 28 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.
  • Page 29 2.0 ports. 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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 1-15...
  • Page 30 AURA Addressable Gen2 header The Addressable Gen2 header allows you to connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. 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.
  • Page 31 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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 1-17...
  • Page 32 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. 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.
  • Page 33 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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 1-19...
  • Page 34 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. 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.
  • Page 35 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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 1-21...
  • Page 36 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.
  • Page 37 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. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 1-23...
  • Page 38 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-24...

  • Page 39: Building Your Pc System

    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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...
  • Page 40 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 41: Cooling System 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 ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...
  • Page 42 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. AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 43: Dimm Installation

    2.1.3 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...

  • Page 44: M.2 Installation

    2.1.4 M.2 installation • The M.2 rubber pad is optional for when installing a single sided M.2 storage device. Ensure to install the bundled M.2 rubber pad OPTIONAL 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.
  • Page 45 The M.2 is purchased separately. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...

  • Page 46: Fan Bracket Installation

    2.1.5 Fan bracket installation 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. •...

  • Page 47: 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 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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G...

  • Page 48: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.7 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.8 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 49: Front I/O Connector

    This connector will only fit in one 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 ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 2-11...

  • Page 50: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.10 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-12...
  • Page 51 To install the HYPER 10G LAN card ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 2-13...

  • Page 52: Thunderbolt™ 3 Monitor Connection

    DP IN and Thunderbolt™ 3 USB Type-C ® ports. Connect the bundled ASUS DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort on a discrete graphic card and to the DisplayPort IN port on the motherboard.
  • Page 53 Output standard depends on external graphics DP-IN 2 no input card. Both USB Type-C 1 and USB ® DP-IN 1 with input Type-C 2 output standards ® depend on the external DP-IN 2 with input graphics card ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 2-15...
  • Page 54 DisplayPort IN input to USB Type-C output (Using a CPU without integrated ® graphics) USB Type-C USB Type-C ® ® Details output output DP-IN 1 no input Not supported DP-IN 2 no input Only USB Type-C 2 has ® DP-IN 1 no input output.
  • Page 55 Output standard depends on external graphics DP-IN 2 no input card. Both USB Type-C 1 and USB ® DP-IN 1 with input Type-C 2 output standards ® depend on the external DP-IN 2 with input graphics card ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 2-17...
  • Page 56 Thunderbolt™ USB Type-C output (Using a CPU with integrated graphics) ® • We recommend using configuration A when you are using 1 output and you do not have an external graphics card. • We recommend using configuration C when you are using 1 output and you have an external graphics card.

  • Page 57: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 2-19...

  • Page 58: Audio I/O Connections

    * 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...
  • Page 59 Connect to 2-channel Speakers Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 2-21...
  • Page 60 Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-22...

  • Page 61: Starting Up For The First Time

    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. ProArt Z490-CREATOR 10G 2-23...
  • Page 62 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-24...

  • Page 63: Chapter 3: Bios And Raid Support

    BIOS and RAID Support 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 64: Bios Setup Program

    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).

  • Page 65: Asus Ez Flash 3

    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>.

  • Page 66: 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 67: Raid Configurations

    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.
  • Page 68 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup...

  • Page 69: 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.
  • Page 70 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 71 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.
  • Page 72 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 73 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 Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder.

  • Page 74: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 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) +49-2102-5789557 Telephone (AT)

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