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- Page 1 ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety information ...................... iv About this guide ......................v ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI specifications summary ........vi Package contents ....................... xi Installation tools and components ................xii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard layout ..................1-2... -
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: Rog Strix Z690-G Gaming Wifi Specifications Summary
Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® OptiMem II * Actual Memory frequency support depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 1 x DisplayPort** 1 x HDMI port*** ®... - Page 7 ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING 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 v5.2 * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries, and function will be ready in Windows 11 or later.
- Page 8 ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING 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 3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector...
- Page 9 ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI specifications summary ASUS EZ DIY - BIOS FlashBack™ button - BIOS FlashBack™ LED - CPU Socket lever protector - Clear CMOS button - ProCool II Special Features - Pre-mounted I/O shield - SafeSlot - SafeDIMM...
- Page 10 Form Factor 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) • 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 creation.
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Page 11: Package Contents
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI motherboard Cables 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Cable ties pack 1 x M.2 Rubber Package 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package... -
Page 12: Installation Tools And Components
Installation tools and components Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1700 CPU Intel LGA 1700 compatible CPU Fan ® ® DDR5 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 13: 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. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI... -
Page 14: Motherboard Layout
Motherboard layout Chapter 1: Product Introduction... - Page 15 13. CPU Over Voltage jumper 1-16 14. Front Panel Audio header 1-16 15. System Panel header 1-17 16. Thermal Sensor header 1-18 17. Thunderbolt™ header 1-18 18. TPM header 1-19 19. Q-LEDs 1-19 20. 8-pin Power Plug LED 1-20 ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI...
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Page 16: Cpu Socket
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: Dimm Slots
(Double Data Rate 5) memory modules. 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 ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING 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...
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Page 19: Expansion Slots
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. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI... -
Page 20: Fan And Pump Headers
Fan and Pump headers The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. When an ASUS HYDRANODE fan is connected to a ASUS HYDRANODE fan connector, the ASUS HYDRANODE function will be available. -
Page 21: Power Connectors
• If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI... -
Page 22: Slot
M.2 slot The M.2 slot allows you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules. • Intel Gen Processors: ® - M.2_1 supports PCIE 4.0 x4 mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices. •... -
Page 23: Sata 6Gb/S Port
RAID configuration and boot drives are not supported on the SATA6G_E1-2 ports. Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 1-11... -
Page 24: Usb 3.2 Gen 2X2 Type-C Front Panel Connector
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C Front Panel connector ® The USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C connector allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ® Type-C module for an additional USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port on the front panel. ®... -
Page 25: Usb 2.0 Header
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. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 1-13... -
Page 26: Addressable Gen2 Header
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 27: Aura Rgb Header
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. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 1-15... -
Page 28: Cpu Over Voltage Jumper
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 29: System Panel Header
(depending on the operating system settings). • 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. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 1-17... -
Page 30: Thermal Sensor Header
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 31: Tpm Header
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. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 1-19... -
Page 32: Pin Power Plug Led
8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-20... -
Page 33: Building Your Pc System
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 34 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...
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Page 35: 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 ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI... - Page 36 Intel ® 600 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS’ Intel 600 series motherboards, ® however, we still strongly advise consulting with your cooling system vendor or manufacturer on the compatibility and...
- Page 37 • 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 ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI...
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Page 38: Dimm Installation
2.1.3 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Basic Installation... -
Page 39: Installation
If the thermal pad on the M.2 heatsink becomes damaged and needs to replaced, we recommend replacing it with a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm. • The M.2 is purchased separately. Loosen the screws from the M.2 heatsinks. Lift and remove the heatsinks. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI... - Page 40 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 length A.
- Page 41 C. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. D. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. E. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI...
- Page 42 • To install an M.2 to M.2_2 slot For 2280 length A. (optional) Install the bundled M.2 rubber pad if you are installing a single sided M.2 storage device. DO NOT install the bundled M.2 rubber pads when installing a double-sided M.2 storage device. The rubber pad installed by default is compatible with double sided M.2 storage devices.
- Page 43 C. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. D. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. E. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 2-11...
- Page 44 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 and needs to replaced, we recommend replacing it with a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm. Replace the heatsinks.
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Page 45: Motherboard Installation
I/O panel. Place seven (7) 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. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 2-13... -
Page 46: Atx Power Connection
2.1.6 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-14... -
Page 47: Sata Device Connection
2.1.7 SATA device connection ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 2-15... -
Page 48: Front I/O Connector
2.1.8 Front I/O connector To install the front panel connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® connector USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 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 USB 2.0... -
Page 49: Expansion Card Installation
2.1.9 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 2-17... - Page 50 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™ header Ensure to install the Thunderbolt™ series card to a PCIe slot from PCH. •...
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Page 51: Wi-Fi Moving Antenna Installation
2.1.10 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. -
Page 52: Bios Update Utility
• 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. Chapter 2: Basic Installation... - Page 53 For more information on using the BIOS FlashBack™ feature, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/, or by scanning the QR code below. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 2-21...
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Page 54: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections
Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors DisplayPort USB 2.0 ports 11 and 12 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports E1, E2, E3, and E4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port 2 Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port* ®... -
Page 55: Audio I/O Connections
Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Sub Center/Sub woofer woofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 2-23... - Page 56 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers Connect to 4-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-24...
- Page 57 Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI 2-25...
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Page 58: 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 59: 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 60: 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 61: 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 62: 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 63: 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 64 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup...
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Page 65: Appendix
RF exposure compliance. HDMI Compliance Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI... - Page 66 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 67 Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des adolescents. ROG STRIX Z690-G GAMING WIFI...
- Page 68 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 69 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: UKCA RF Output table (The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017) ®...
- Page 70 Pilns ES atbilstības paziņojuma teksts pieejams šeit: zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama direktive 2014/53/EU. Cijeli https://www.asus.com/support/ tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/ Wi-Fi darbība 5150–5350 MHz ir jāierobežo lietošanai telpās valstīs, kuras WiFi koji radi na opsegu frekvencija 5150-5350 MHz bit će ograničen na norādītas tālāk.
- Page 71 ASUSTek Computer Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/ support/ WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, navedenih v spodnjem seznamu, omejen na notranjo uporabo: Declaración de conformidad simplificada para la UE...
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Page 72: 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 73 • 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.
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Page 74: Asus Contact Information
Address: 1F., No. 15, Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112, Taiwan 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,...