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  • Page 1 ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI II...
  • 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 ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI II specifications summary ......viii Package contents ..................... xiii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard layout ..................1-2 Motherboard rear and audio connections ..........1-16 1.3.1...

  • 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 Motherboard Installation Guide Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information on the Motherboard Installation Guide. Driver and Utilities FAQ Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information on downloading and installing drivers and utilities for your motherboard. RAID Configuration Guide Please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information on the RAID Configuration Guide.

  • Page 7: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this user guide. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components and injuries to yourself when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

  • Page 8: 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. Intel ® Z790 Chipset Chipset 4 x DIMM slots, Max.
  • Page 9 ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI II specifications summary 1 x Intel ® 2.5Gb Ethernet Ethernet ASUS LANGuard Intel ® Wi-Fi 7* 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)** Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band*** Support Wi-Fi 7 160MHz bandwidth, up to 2.4Gbps transfer rate. Bluetooth ®...

  • Page 10: Rog Strix Z790-F Gaming Wifi Ii Specifications Summary

    ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI II specifications summary 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C ® ® 3 x USB 10Gbps ports (2 x Type-A+1 x USB Type-C 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 6 x USB 2.0 ports (6 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI™...
  • Page 11 ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI II specifications summary Extreme Engine Digi+ - 5K Black Metallic Capacitors ASUS Q-Design - M.2 Q-Latch - PCIe Slot Q-Release - Q-Antenna - Q-DIMM - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow...
  • Page 12 ® Windows Operating System Windows ® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI II motherboard Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables Additional Cooling Kit 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna 1 x Cable ties package 1 x M.2 backplate Q-Latch package...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 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.

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard layout 13 11 12 RGB_HEADER CPU_12V_1 CPU_OPT CPU_OV CPU_FAN AIO_PUMP ADD GEN2_1 CPU_12V_2 DRAM PLUG_8PIN_PWR BOOT FLBK_LED1 HDMI USB_912_E58 LGA1700 U5G_E1234 USB_E67_U10G_5 U20G_C3 LAN_U10G_7 M.2(WIFI) CHA_FAN2 AUDIO M.2_1(SOCKET3) 22110 2242 2260 2280 PCIEX16(G5) BATTERY ® Intel Z790 PCIEX1(G3) M.2_2(SOCKET3) M.2_3(SOCKET3) 2280 2280...
  • Page 17 Layout contents Page 1. CPU socket 2. DIMM slots 3. Expansion slots 4. Fan and Pump headers 5. Power connectors 6. M.2 slot 7. SATA 6Gb/s port 1-10 8. USB 20Gbps Type-C ® Front Panel connector 1-10 9. USB 5Gbps header 1-10 10.

  • Page 18: Cpu Socket

    Gold and Celeron Processors. LGA1700 • 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 CPU 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.

  • Page 19: Memory Configurations

    (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Motherboard User Manual...

  • Page 20: 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. To install a PCIe expansion card, please refer to the Motherboard Installation Guide on the ASUS support site. PCIEX16(G5) PCIEX1(G3)
  • Page 21 Using the PCIe Slot Q-Release The PCIEX16(G5) slot comes with a PCIe Slot Q-Release button allowing you to easily remove an expansion card installed to this PCIe slot, even when the expansion card may be blocking the PCIe push-latch, such as a graphics card. To release an expansion card using the PCIe Slot Q-Release: Press the PCIe Slot Q-Release button with one hand whilst slightly lifting the expansion card with the other hand.
  • Page 22 Fan and Pump headers The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU_OPT CHA_FAN3 AIO_PUMP CHA_FAN4 CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN5 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan headers. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.

  • Page 23: Power Connectors

    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. CPU_12V_1 ATX_PWR CPU_12V_2...
  • Page 24 To install a SATA device , please refer to the Motherboard Installation Guide on the ASUS support site. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. USB 20Gbps Type-C ® Front Panel connector ®...

  • Page 25: Usb 2.0 Header

    10. USB 2.0 header The USB 2.0 header allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s. USB_E12 USB_E34 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 11.

  • Page 26: Front Panel Audio Header

    12. Aura RGB header The Aura RGB header allows you to connect RGB LED strips. RGB_HEADER Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

  • Page 27: Start Button

    15. Start button Press the Start button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or soft-off mode (depending on the operating system settings). START The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source, indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component.
  • Page 28 • Reset button header (RESET) The 2-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted reset button. Press the reset button to reboot the system. This header is set to [Reset] by default. You can assign a different function to this header in the BIOS settings.

  • Page 29: Bios Flashback™ Led

    19. 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. CPU (RED) DRAM (YELLOW) VGA (WHITE) BOOT (YELLOW GREEN) •...

  • Page 30: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Motherboard rear and audio connections 1.3.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors DisplayPort USB 2.0 ports 9, 12, E5, and E8 USB 5Gbps (Blue) Type-A ports E1, E2, E3, and E4 USB 2.0 ports E6, E7 ® Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port* Wi-Fi module Gold-plated audio jacks** Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS).

  • Page 31: Audio I/O Connections

    * Intel ® 2.5Gb Ethernet port LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED ACT/LINK SPEED Status Description Status Description No link No link GREEN Linked 100 Mbps / 10 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity LAN port GREEN 2.5 Gbps connection ORANGE 1 Gbps connection ** Audio 2, 4, or 5.1-channel configuration...
  • Page 32 Connect to Headphone and Mic The LINE OUT port on the rear panel does not support spatial audio. If you wish to use spatial audio, make sure to connect your audio output device to the audio jack on the front panel of your chassis or use a USB interface audio device.
  • Page 33 Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Motherboard User Manual 1-19...
  • Page 34 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 35: Chapter 2: Basic Setup

    Install a heatsink or AIO cooler after installing the CPU. Please refer to the Motherboard Installation Guide on the ASUS support site, or to the user manual of the heatsink/AIO cooler for steps on installing the heatsink/AIO cooler. Take caution when lifting the load...

  • Page 36: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    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: Dimm Installation

    DIMM installation DIMM removal Motherboard User Manual...

  • Page 38: M.2 Module Installation

    M.2 module installation • The illustrations only show the installation steps for a 22110 M.2 slot, the steps are the same for the other M.2 slots. • Use a Phillips screwdriver when removing or installing the screws or screw stands mentioned in this section.
  • Page 39 Install your M.2 to your M.2 slot. The steps may differ between the different M.2 slots, please refer to the different installation steps below: M.2_1(Socket3) slot A. (optional) If required, remove the pre-installed M.2 Q-Latch at the 2280 length screw hole by rotating the handle counterclockwise then pushing it towards the M.2 slot and removing it from the latch hole.
  • Page 40 D. (optional) Remove the thermal pad of the 2260 or 2242 M.2 length screw hole and install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate if you are installing a single sided M.2 module. DO NOT install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate when installing a double-sided M.2 module.
  • Page 41 M.2_2(Socket3) and M.2_3(Socket3) slots A. (optional) If required, remove the pre-installed removable M.2 Q-Latch screw at the 2280 length screw hole. Only follow this step if a removable M.2 Q-Latch screw is pre-installed at the 2280 length screw hole and can be removed. B.
  • Page 42 C. (optional) Install the M.2 Q-Latch to the M.2 length screw hole you wish to install your M.2 module to. You can use a bundled M.2 Q-Latch screw or a pre-installed removable M.2 Q-Latch screw. D. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-Latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot.
  • Page 43 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 the bundled thermal pad or a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm. Replace the heatsinks.

  • Page 44: Motherboard Installation

    Motherboard installation (on selected models) Install the bundled I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Only install the I/O Shield if your motherboard does not have a pre-installed I/O shield. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’...

  • Page 45: Expansion Card Installation

    Expansion card installation 2.5.1 Thunderbolt™ series card installation 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™ header Ensure to install the Thunderbolt™...

  • Page 46: Asus Wifi Q-Antenna Installation

    Using ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna functions The ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna features a Direction Finder and Fast Check function, you can learn more about these feature and how to use them in the ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna tab in Armoury Crate. The ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna function in Armoury Crate is only supported on the bundled antenna and Wi-Fi module.

  • Page 47: Bios Flashback

    • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Motherboard User Manual...

  • Page 48: Clear Cmos Button

    Clear CMOS button The Clear CMOS button located on the rear I/O 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.

  • Page 49: 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 storage devices (starting with the last device on the chain)
  • Page 50 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 51: Chapter 3: Bios And Raid Support

    For more details on BIOS and RAID configurations, please refer to Manual & Document under the Support tab of the product information site, or visit https://www.asus.com/support. Knowing UEFI BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS.

  • Page 52: 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 the <F5> hotkey.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Raid Configurations

    RAID configurations The motherboard supports RAID configurations. RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage.

  • Page 55: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Q-Code table Code Description Not used Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode loading System Agent initialization after microcode loading PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes...
  • Page 56 Q-Code table Code Description S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes E4 – E7 S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error...
  • Page 57 Q-Code table Code Description Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started...
  • Page 58 Q-Code table Code Description USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) B8– BF Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error.

  • Page 59: General Notices

    General 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 60: Class B Ite

    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 61: Asus Recycling/Takeback Services

    AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur 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 62: Notices For Wi-Fi Model

    Notices for Wi-Fi model FCC RF Caution Statement WARNING: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment. FCC Wi-Fi Caution Statement Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.
  • Page 63 KC: Korea Warning Statement NCC: Wireless Statement 取得審驗證明之低功率射頻器材，非經核准，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻 率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。低功率射頻器材之使用不得影響飛航安全及 干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應 立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。 前述合法通信，指依電信管理法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻器材須忍受合法通 信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 應避免影響附近雷達系統之操作。 Japan RF Equipment Statement 屋外での使用について 電波法の定めにより5.2GHz、 5.3GHz、 及び6GHz帯域の電波は屋外での使用が禁じられています （法令により許可された場合を除く） 。 法律および規制遵守 本製品は電波法及びこれに基づく命令の定めるところに従い使用してください。 日本国外では、 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 : Soyez particulièrement vigilant quant à...
  • Page 64 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 65 декларация за съвместимост е достъпен на адрес der Richtlinie 2014/53/EU übereinstimmt. Der gesamte Text der EU- https://www.asus.com/support/. Konformitätserklärung ist verfügbar unter: https://www.asus.com/support/. WiFi, работеща в диапазон 5150-5350MHz, трябва да се ограничи до Der WLAN-Betrieb im Band von 5150-5350 MHz ist für die in der unteren употреба...
  • Page 66 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 67 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 68 Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno https://www.asus.com/support/. besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/support/. 5150-5350 MHz arasındaki WiFi çalışması, tabloda listelenen ülkeler için iç WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, mekân kullanımıyla kısıtlanacaktır.
  • Page 69 ASUSTek Computer Inc. заявляє, що цей пристрій відповідає основним вимогам та іншим відповідним вимогам Директиви 2014 / 53 / EU. Повний текст декларації відповідності нормам ЄС доступний на https://www.asus.com/support/. Робота Wi-Fi на частоті 5150-5350 МГц обмежується використанням у приміщенні для країн, поданих у таблиці нижче: Пристрої...

  • Page 70: Warranty

    ASUS offers a voluntary manufacturer’s Commercial Guarantee. • ASUS zadržava prava na tumačenje odredbi ASUS komercijalnog • ASUS reserves the right to interpret the provisions of the ASUS Commercial Guarantee. jamstva. • This ASUS Commercial Guarantee is provided independently and •...
  • Page 71 • 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 72: 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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