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  • Page 1 PRIME Z390M-PLUS...
  • 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 ......................iv Package contents ....................... vi PRIME Z390M-PLUS specifications summary ............vi Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard overview ................1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............... 1-10 System memory ..................1-11...

  • 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 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: Package Contents

    ® * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (supports x16, x8+x4+x4*) 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. at x4 mode) 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 slots...
  • Page 7 - 8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports up to 5Gbps (4 ports @mid-board; 4 ports @back panel) - 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board) ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage - ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static - ASUS electricity discharges Special...
  • Page 8 ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS specifications summary Superb Performance OptiMem II - Improved DDR4 stability M.2 onboard - The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds ASUS Fan Xpert 4 - Advanced fan and liquid controls for ultimate cooling and quietness...
  • Page 9 * The chassis intrusion header is built into the system panel connector. 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1, Multi- language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, BIOS...

  • Page 11: Before You Proceed

    PCIEX16_1 BATTERY PCIEX1_1 Super Intel ® Z390 PCIEX1_2 2280 2260 2242 M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA IRST PCIEX16_2 128Mb CLRTC BIOS SPDIF_OUT USB1314 U31G1_78 MONO_OUT SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 AAFP RGB_HEADER PANEL Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS...
  • Page 12 1.2.1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) CPU, chassis, and AIO pump fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~2, 4-pin AIO_PUMP FAN) Intel LGA1151 CPU socket ® DDR4 DIMM slots Memory LED (Mem_LED) MemOK! II switch Intel Z390 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) ® USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (20-1 pin U31G1_78, U31G1_910) M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2) 10. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 11. System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) 12. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 13. AURA RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 15. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 16. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 17. Mono out header (2-pin MONO_OUT) 18. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots 19. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) EATX12V Correctly orient the ATX power supply plugs into these connectors and push down firmly until the connectors...
  • Page 13 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN PWM DDR4 DIMM slots Install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into these DIMM sockets. For more details, refer to 1.4 System memory. Memory LED (Mem_LED) The Mem_LED will light up and remain lit while the MemOK! II function is in use. When the re-training is complete, the Mem_LED will turn off. 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 MEMOK_II_LED will light up while re-training, and turn off when the re-training is complete. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS...
  • Page 14 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 off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 5–10 seconds, then set the MemOK! II switch to disabled. • Ensure to replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! II function. Intel Z390 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin ® SATA6G SATA6G_1~4) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (20-1 pin U31G1_78,...
  • Page 15 • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_ LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS...
  • Page 16 • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR_SW) This connector is for the system power button. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. • Chassis intrusion connector (2-pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch.
  • Page 17 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 (gray) PCIe 3.0 x16_2 x16 Single VGA/PCIe card (Recommended for single VGA card) 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 3.0/2.0 x1 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots that support PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS...
  • Page 18 1.2.2 Rear panel connectors PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port connects to a PS/2 mouse. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Speed LED ACT/LINK SPEED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Orange (Blinking) Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection Orange (Blinking Ready to wake Wake up LAN port...
  • Page 19 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices. USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) Type-A ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus 3.1 (USB 3.1) ports are for USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices. • USB 3.1 Gen 2 / Gen 1 devices can only be used for data storage. • Due to the design of the Intel 300 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the ® USB 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 2 / Gen 1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D can not be converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). This port connects to a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS...

  • Page 20: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, ® Pentium and Celeron processors. ® ® Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for the LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • 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. Installing the CPU Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 21: System Memory

    DIMM_B2* Channel A DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2* DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2* DIMM_A2* • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.35V is recommended to protect ® the CPU. • 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). • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Recommended memory configurations DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_B2* DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* DIMM_A2* ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 1-11...
  • Page 22 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2: Bios Information

    Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility.
  • Page 24 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. • Ensure that you load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 2.3 Exit Menu for details.
  • Page 25 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 26 ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB) Enter Setup When the booting message appears, press <Enter> within five (5) seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt.
  • Page 27 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 2.3 Exit Menu for details. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 2‑5...

  • Page 28: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. •...
  • Page 29 Click to go to Advanced mode Loads optimized Search on the FAQ default settings Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 2‑7...
  • Page 30 2.2.2 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 access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press <F7>. Search(F9) Menu items Scroll bar...
  • Page 31 It also allows you to change the motherboard’s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Search (F9) This button allows you to search for BIOS items by entering its name, enter the item name to find the related item listing. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS...
  • Page 32 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:...

  • Page 33: Exit Menu

    <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select OK to discard changes and exit. Launch EFI Shell from USB drives This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices. ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS 2-11...
  • Page 34 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS Information...
  • Page 35 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 36 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 37 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 38 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 39 +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 40 Appendix...

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