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  • Page 1 PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • 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 PRIME Z790-A WIFI specifications summary ............vi Package contents ....................... xi Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard layout..................1-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Building your PC system................2-1 2.1.1...

  • 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: Prime Z790-A Wifi Specifications Summary

    Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel 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 Z790 Chipset ®...
  • Page 7 PRIME Z790-A WIFI specifications summary 1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet ® Ethernet ASUS LANGuard Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band* Wireless & Bluetooth ® Bluetooth v5.3** ® * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries.
  • Page 8 PRIME Z790-A WIFI specifications summary 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 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector...
  • Page 9 PRIME Z790-A WIFI specifications summary ASUS EZ DIY - Box Headers - Clear CMOS button - CPU socket lever protector Special Features - ProCool - Pre-mounted I/O shield Aura Sync - Aura RGB header - Addressable Gen 2 headers ASUS Exclusive Software...
  • Page 10 • 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...

  • Page 11: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x PRIME Z790-A WIFI motherboard Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Q-connector Miscellaneous 2 x M.2 Rubber Packages 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    • The pin definitions in this chapter are for reference only. The pin names depend on the location of the header/jumper/connector. • For more information on installing your motherboard, please scan the QR code below: PRIME Z790-A WIFI...

  • Page 14: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard layout 24.4cm(9.6in) CPU_OPT CPU_FAN AIO_PUMP ATX_12V_1 ATX_12V_2 HDMI_DP DIGI+ U32G2X2_C1 U32G1_E34 U32G1_E12 LAN_U32G2_34 LGA1700 U32G2_C5 M.2(WIFI) AUDIO Intel Ethernet 2242 2260 2280 22110 PCIE SATA IRST 4.0 X4 M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIEX16 Intel ® PCIEX1(G3)_1 Z790 BATTERY PCIEX4(G4) PWR_BUTTON 2280 2260 2242 M.2_2(SOCKET3) PCIEX1(G3)_2...
  • Page 15 14. COM Port header 1-17 15. CPU Over Voltage jumper 1-18 16. Front Panel Audio header 1-18 17. Power button 1-19 18. TPM header 1-19 19. System Panel header 1-20 20. Thunderbolt™ (USB4 ) header 1-21 ® 21. Q-LEDs 1-22 PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • Page 16 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 17 A DDR5 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, DDR3, or DDR4 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, DDR3, or DDR4 memory module to the DDR5 slot. Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B2 PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • Page 18 (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 19 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. PCIEX16 PCIEX1(G3)_1 PCIEX4(G4) PCIEX1(G3)_2 PCIEX16(G4) PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • Page 20 Additional PCIe bifurcation and M.2 settings for RAID function are also supported when a Hyper M.2 x16 series card is installed. • For full details on the PCIe bifurcation, you may visit the support site at https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/. • The Hyper M.2 x16 series card is sold separately. •...
  • Page 21 Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the 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 CHA_FAN4 Q-Fan Controlled AIO_PUMP Full-Speed PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • Page 22 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. ATX_12V_1 ATX_12V_2 PIN 1...
  • Page 23 - M.2_4 supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices. • Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. ® The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 1-11...
  • Page 24 Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel Z790 chipset. ® ® 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 25 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. U32G1_78 PIN 1 USB3+5V USB3+5V IntA_P7_SSRX- IntA_P8_SSRX- IntA_P7_SSRX+ IntA_P8_SSRX+ IntA_P7_SSTX- IntA_P8_SSTX- IntA_P7_SSTX+ IntA_P8_SSTX+ IntA_P7_D- IntA_P8_D- IntA_P7_D+ IntA_P8_D+ The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 1-13...
  • Page 26 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. USB_1011 PIN 1 USB_1213 PIN 1 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
  • Page 27 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. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 1-15...
  • Page 28 Aura RGB header The Aura RGB header allows you to connect RGB LED strips. RGB_HEADER +12V PIN 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.
  • Page 29 The COM (Serial) Port header allows you to connect a COM port module. Connect the COM port module cable to this header, then install the module to a slot opening on the system chassis. PIN 1 The COM port module is purchased separately. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 1-17...
  • Page 30 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.
  • Page 31 The TPM header allows you to connect a TPM module, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. PIN 1 The TPM module is purchased separately. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 1-19...
  • Page 32 System Panel header The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED PWRSW SPEAKER PANEL CHASSIS PIN 1 HDD_LED RESET PLED • System Power LED header (PLED) The 2-pin and/or 3-1 pin headers allow 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.
  • Page 33 Please visit the official website of your purchased Thunderbolt™ card for more details on compatibility. The Thunderbolt™ card can only be used when installed to the PCIEX16(G4) slot. Ensure to install your Thunderbolt™ card to the PCIEX16(G4) slot. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 1-21...
  • Page 34 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. The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting.

  • Page 35: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on the LGA1700 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. Take caution when lifting the load...
  • Page 36 Ensure to remove the CPU socket lever protector on the lever latch before locking the lever latch under the retention tab. Failure to do so may cause damages to your system when installing the cooling system. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 37: Cooling System Installation

    Ensure to remove the CPU Socket lever protector on the lever latch before installing the cooling system, failure to do so may cause damages to your system. To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • Page 38 Intel ® 700 and 600 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS’ Intel 700 and 600 series ® motherboards, however, we still strongly advise consulting with your cooling system vendor or...
  • Page 39 Intel 700 and 600 series motherboard. ® • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems is also available on ASUS’ Intel 700 and 600 series motherboards, however we still strongly advise you consult ® with your cooling system vendor on the compatibility and functionality of the cooling system and ASUS motherboard.

  • Page 40: Dimm Installation

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

  • Page 41: Installation

    M.2 slots if you wish to install an M.2 to another 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. Remove the screws from the M.2 heatsinks. Lift and remove the heatsinks. PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • Page 42 Install your M.2 to your M.2 slot. The steps may differ between installing M.2 of different lengths, please refer to the different types and their installation steps below: • To install an M.2 to M.2_1 and M.2_3 slot For 2280, 22110 length (optional) Remove the pre-installed removable M.2 Q-Latch screw at the 2280 length screw hole.
  • Page 43 M.2 to. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • Page 44 • To install an M.2 to M.2_2 and M.2_4 slot For 2280 length (optional) Install the bundled rubber for M.2 if you are installing a single sided M.2 storage device. DO NOT install the bundled rubber for M.2 when installing a double-sided M.2 storage device. The rubber installed by default is compatible with double sided M.2 storage devices.
  • Page 45 Follow this step only if you wish to install an M.2 to type 2242. Install the bundled screw stand to the M.2 length screw hole you wish to install your M.2 to. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. Secure your M.2 using the bundled screw stand’s screw. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 2-11...
  • Page 46 Remove the plastic film from the thermal pads on the bottom of the heatsinks. If the thermal pad on the M.2 heatsink becomes damaged, we recommend replacing it with a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm. Replace the heatsinks. Secure the heatsinks using the screws removed previously.

  • 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. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 2-13...

  • Page 48: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.6 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin power plugs. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-14...

  • Page 49: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.7 SATA device connection PRIME Z790-A WIFI 2-15...

  • Page 50: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.8 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ® 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...

  • Page 51: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.9 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x4 card To install PCIe x1 cards PRIME Z790-A WIFI 2-17...
  • Page 52 To install Thunderbolt™ series 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 or a VGA card USB 2.0 header Thunderbolt™ (USB4 ) header ® The Thunderbolt™...
  • Page 53 To release an expansion card using the PCIe Slot Q-Release: Slightly lift the expansion card with one hand and press the PCIe Slot Q-Release button with the other hand. This should release the expansion card so that you can remove it with ease. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 2-19...

  • Page 54: Wi-Fi Moving Antenna Installation

    2.1.10 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna Connect the bundled Wi-Fi moving antenna connectors to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the Wi-Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.

  • Page 55: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to ports with matching data transfer rate. For example connecting your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 2-21...
  • Page 56 * Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port LED indications ® Activity Link LED Speed LED ACT/LINK SPEED Status Description Status Description No link No link 100 Mbps / 10 Mbps GREEN Linked connection LAN port BLINKING Data activity GREEN 2.5 Gbps connection ORANGE 1 Gbps connection ** Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration...

  • Page 57: Audio I/O Connections

    2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to 2-channel Speakers Connect to 4-channel Speakers PRIME Z790-A WIFI 2-23...
  • Page 58 Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-24...

  • Page 59: 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. PRIME Z790-A WIFI 2-25...
  • Page 60 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-26...

  • Page 61: Chapter 3: 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 62: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens 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 63: 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 64: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    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 a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file.

  • Page 65: 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 66 Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support...

  • Page 67: 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 68 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 69 Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des adolescents. PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • Page 70 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 71 Accessories that came with this product have been designed and verified for the use in connection with this product. Never use accessories for other products to prevent the risk of electric shock or fire. 安全上のご注意 付属品は当該専用品です。 他の機器には使用しないでください。 機器の破損もしくは、 火災や感 電の原因となることがあります。 PRIME Z790-A WIFI...
  • Page 72 ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of UKCA 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 the country listed below:...
  • Page 73 постановления на свързаната Директива 2014/53/EC. Пълният текст на ЕС der Richtlinie 2014/53/EU übereinstimmt. Der gesamte Text der EU- декларация за съвместимост е достъпен на адрес Konformitätserklärung ist verfügbar unter: https://www.asus.com/support/. https://www.asus.com/support/. Der WLAN-Betrieb im Band von 5150-5350 MHz ist für die in der unteren WiFi, работеща...
  • Page 74 Käesolevaga kinnitab ASUSTek Computer Inc, et seade vastab direktiivi zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama direktive 2014/53/EU. Cijeli 2014/53/EÜ olulistele nõuetele ja teistele asjakohastele sätetele. EL tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/. vastavusdeklaratsiooni täistekst on saadaval veebisaidil https://www.asus.com/support/.
  • Page 75 Az EU megfelelőségi nyilatkozat teljes szövegét a ASUSTek Computer Inc. erklærer herved at denne enheten er i samsvar med következő weboldalon tekintheti meg: https://www.asus.com/support/. hovedsaklige krav og andre relevante forskrifter i direktivet 2014/53/EU. Az 5150-5350 MHz-es sávban működő Wi-Fi-t beltéri használatra kell Fullstendig tekst for EU-samsvarserklæringen finnes på:...
  • Page 76 Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno 5150-5350 MHz arasındaki WiFi çalışması, tabloda listelenen ülkeler için iç besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/support/. mekân kullanımıyla kısıtlanacaktır. WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, Düşük Güç...
  • Page 77 5150 - 5350 MHz 19.12 dBm WiFi 5470 - 5725 MHz 18.39 dBm 5725 - 5850 MHz 10.07 dBm 5945 - 6425 MHz 20.42 dBm Bluetooth 2402 - 2480 MHz 12.28 dBm * Receiver category 1 PRIME Z790-A WIFI A-11...

  • Page 78: Warranty

    • ASUS offers a voluntary manufacturer’s Commercial Guarantee. • ASUS dragovoljno nudi komercijalno proizvođačko jamstvo. • ASUS reserves the right to interpret the provisions of the ASUS • ASUS zadržava prava na tumačenje odredbi ASUS komercijalnog Commercial Guarantee. jamstva. •...
  • Page 79 • ASUS tilbyr som produsent en frivillig kommersiell garanti. • Bảo hành thương mại này của ASUS được cung cấp độc lập và ngoài • ASUS forbeholder seg retten til å tolke bestemmelsene i ASUS sin Bảo đảm pháp lý theo luật định và không có cách nào ảnh hưởng đến kommersielle garanti.

  • Page 80: Asus Contact Information

    Address: 1F., No. 15, Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112 ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address: Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany ASUSTeK (UK) LIMITED Address: 1st Floor, Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL,...

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