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  • Page 1 WS Z390...
  • 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 ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii WS Z390 PRO specifications summary..............ix Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Motherboard overview ................1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed ..............1-1 1.1.2...
  • Page 4 3.6.14 HDD/SSD SMART Information ..........3-20 Monitor menu ................... 3-21 Boot menu ....................3-21 Tool menu ....................3-23 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............3-23 3.9.2 Secure Erase ................3-24 3.9.3 ASUS User Profile..............3-25 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-25 3.9.5...
  • Page 5 Installing four SLI-ready graphics cards ........5-9 5.2.5 Installing the device drivers ............5-10 5.2.6 Enabling the NVIDIA SLI™ technology ........5-10 ® Appendix WS Z390 PRO block diagram ................. A-1 Q-Code table ......................A-2 Notices ........................A-5 ASUS contact information ..................A-9...

  • Page 6: 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 7: 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 8 Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 9: Ws Z390 Pro Specifications Summary

    Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)* ® * Please refer to www.asus.com for Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 4 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (single at x16, dual at x16/x16 mode, triple at x16/x8/x8 mode or quad x8/x8/x8/x8 mode) Expansion slots 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (max at x4 mode)
  • Page 10 WS Z390 PRO specifications summary 2 x M.2 x4 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)* 2 x U.2 connectors Up to 6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s) Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10...
  • Page 11 - USB BIOS Flashback Unique Features - Digi+ Power Control - ASUS PIKE SAS upgrade kit (Optional) 6 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (1 x type C & 5 x type A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (1 supports USB BIOS Flashback)
  • Page 12 Windows 10 64 bit RS4 ® 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. • Visit the ASUS website for the software manual.

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x WS Z390 PRO motherboard 6 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables Cables 1 x USB 2.0 bracket cable 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm) 1 x ASUS 4-Way SLI™ bridge 1 x ASUS 3-Way SLI™...

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components Intel ® LGA1151 CPU Intel LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan ® Phillips (cross) screwdriver SATA hard disk drive PC chassis DIMM 1 bag of screws Power supply unit SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction Motherboard overview 1.1.1 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. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • 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. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    1.1.2 Motherboard layout Refer to 1.1.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 17 ® SATA 6G_56) 10. RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER1) 1-24 11. System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) 1-21 12. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_EC1) 1-16 13. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 1-22 14. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112) 1-18 15. Reset button 16. Power-on button 17. Q-Code LED 1-13 18. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 1-16 19. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-15 20. M.2 sockets (M2X4_1; M2X4_2) 1-23 21. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) 1-22 ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 18: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard supports the Intel Socket 1151 for Intel Core™ 9000 series, 8th ® ® Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium and Celeron processors, with memory and PCI ® ® Express controllers integrated to support dual-channel (4 DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • 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. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 19: System Memory

    1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 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 ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 20 Memory configurations You may install 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the quad-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • 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) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (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: Expansion Slots

    1.1.5 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. Slot No. Slot Description PCIE 3.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 3.0 x16_2 slot (max. at x8 mode) PCIE 3.0 x4_1 slot (max. at x4 mode) PCIE 3.0 x16_3 slot PCIE 3.0 x16_4 slot (max. at x8 mode) ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 22 PCI Express 3.0 operating mode Slot 3-WAY SLI 4-WAY SLI Single VGA SLI CrossFireX CrossFireX CrossFireX x16 (single VGA recommended) x16 (dual VGA recommended) • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI ® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • We recommend you connect an EATX 12V_3 cable when running CrossFireX™ and ® Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 23: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system. 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. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 24 • Refer to section 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the Mem_LED. • The DRAM LED also lights up when the DIMM is not properly installed. Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! II function. • The MemOK! II switch does not function under Windows OS environment. ® • 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 the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process, and the Mem_LED is turned off, please refer to the Q-code LED and Q-code table for more details on the error. • 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-10...
  • Page 25 Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-11...

  • Page 26: Onboard Leds

    1.1.7 Onboard LEDs POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On Self-Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. The POST State 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. 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-12...
  • Page 27 Hard Disk LED (HD_LED) The Hard Disk LED is designed to indicate the hard disk activity. It blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. The LED does not light up when there is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. • The Q-Code 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. • Please refer to the Q-Code table in the Appendix section for more details. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-13...

  • Page 28: Internal Connectors

    1.1.8 Internal connectors Intel Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; SATA 6G_34; ® SATA 6G_56) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ® ® Z390 chipset. • When using a PCIe or SATA device in the M2X4_1 socket, SATA_56 will be disabled. • When using a SATA device in the M2X4_2 socket, SATA6G_12 connector will be disabled. • When using the SATA_56 connector, no device must be connected to the M2X4_1 connector. • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium (RAID)]. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-14...
  • Page 29 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector 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 connector. 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. U.2 connectors (U.2_1-2) This motherboard comes with U.2 connectors which support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. • When using a PCIe or SATA device in the M2X4_2 socket, U.2_2 connector will be disabled. • When using the U.2_2 connector, no device must be connected to the M2X4_2 socket. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-15...
  • Page 30 Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_EC1) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 2 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports. The latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. The USB 3.1 Gen 2 module is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-16...
  • Page 31 USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U31G1_E12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.1 Gen 1 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.1 Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-17...
  • Page 32 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-18...
  • Page 33 Fan and pump connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin H_AMP; 4-pin W_PUMP; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure to fully insert the fan cable to the fan connector. • The FAN Extension card is purchased separately. • W_PUMP function support depends on water cooling device. • Connect the fan of your water cooling kit to the W_PUMP connector. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-19...
  • Page 34 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V_1-2; 6-pin EATX12V_3) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • DO NOT connect the 6-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 6-pin power plugs. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-20...
  • Page 35 System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the operating system settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • 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. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-21...
  • Page 36 TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel’s Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. The add-on Thunderbolt I/O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-22...
  • Page 37 M.2 sockets (M2X4_1; M2X4_2) These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. • M2X4_1 and M2X4_2 sockets support PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices. • When using a PCIe or SATA device in the M2X4_1 socket, SATA_56 will be disabled. • When using the SATA_56 connector, no device must be connected to the M2X4_1 connector. • When using a PCIe or SATA device in the M2X4_2 socket, U.2_2 connector will be disabled. • When using a SATA device in the M2X4_2 socket, SATA6G_12 connector will be disabled. • When using the U.2_2 connector, no device must be connected to the M2X4_2 socket. • These sockets support IRST (Intel Rapid Storage Technology). ® The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 1-23...
  • Page 38 RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER1) This connector is for RGB LED strips. The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. 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. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the RGB LED extension cable and the 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 under the operating system. • The LED strip is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-24...

  • Page 39: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 40 Top of CPU • The CPU Installation Tool is only compatible on ASUS motherboards with a Intel ® LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. DO NOT damage or bend the CPU Installation Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • Ensure to use a soft stable surface when installing the CPU to the CPU Installation Tool to prevent CPU damage. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. 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 ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 42: Motherboard Installation

    2.1.3 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 overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 43: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 44: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 45: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 46: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector AAFP Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 47: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x4 cards ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 48 To install FAN EXTENSION CARD • The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. • The FAN Extension card is purchased separately. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...
  • Page 49 To install ThunderboltEX 3 card • The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. • The ThunderboltEX 3 card is purchased separately. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 2-11...

  • Page 50: Installation

    2.1.9 M.2 installation The M.2 is purchased separately. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-12...

  • Page 51: Bios Update Utility

    USB BIOS Flashback button Wait until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS updating process is completed. For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section 3.11 Updating BIOS in Chapter 3. • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the steps again. • If the light flashes for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. This may be caused by improper installation of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light. • 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. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 2-13...

  • Page 52: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors DisplayPort USB BIOS Flashback button USB 2.0 ports 7-10 USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ port C2 USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port 1 USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports 3, 4, 5, and 6 Intel LAN ports 1 and 2* Optical S/PDIF Out port ® HDMI port Audio I/O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. •...
  • Page 53 ** 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 Orange – – Center/Sub Center/Sub woofer woofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out ASUS WS Z390 PRO 2-15...

  • Page 54: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-16...
  • Page 55 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ASUS WS Z390 PRO 2-17...

  • Page 56: 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 SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) System power After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with the “green” standards or if it has a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory detected short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps...

  • Page 57: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup 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 58: Bios Setup Program

    RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.

  • Page 59: Ez Mode

    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 WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 60: Advanced Mode

    3.2.1 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. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details.
  • Page 61 This button above the menu bar allows you to view the descriptions of AI overclocking and enable it. • Refer to section 3.2.4 AI OC Guide for more information. • This function is only enabled when using an unlocked CPU. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 62 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 63 This button above the menu bar allows you to view and configure the RAID settings of your system. Refer to section 3.2.5 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 64: Qfan Control

    3.2.3 QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be Click to activate Click to activate DC Mode configured PWM Mode Select a profile to apply to...
  • Page 65 Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’ operating speed. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 66: Ai Oc Guide

    3.2.4 AI OC Guide • The screenshot shown in this section is for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • This function is only enabled when using an unlocked CPU. The AI OC Guide allows you to enable the Ai Overclocking feature, or view a quick guide of the Ai Overclocking feature which highlights the recommended setup procedure and descriptions of the AI Overclocking.

  • Page 67: Ez Tuning Wizard

    Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel SATA connectors. ® Select the port that you want to set to [RAID] mode, PCIE or SATA, then click Next. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 3-11...
  • Page 68 Select the type of storage for your RAID, Easy Backup or Super Speed, then click Next. For Easy Backup, click Next then select from Easy Backup (RAID 1) or Easy Backup (RAID 10). You can only select Easy Backup (RAID 10) if you connect four (4) HDDs. For Super Speed, click Next then select from Super Speed (RAID 0) or Super Speed (RAID 5).

  • Page 69: My Favorites

    My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 3-13...
  • Page 70 Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: Press <F3> on your keyboard or click MyFavorites(F3) from the BIOS screen to open Setup Tree Map screen. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen.

  • Page 71: Main Menu

    If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to load the DIMM’s default XMP memory timings (CL, TRCD, TRP, TRAS) with BCLK frequency and other memory parameters optimized by ASUS. [XMP II] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to load the DIMM’s complete default...
  • Page 72 CPU permanently. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings. CPU Core Ratio This item allows you to set the CPU core ratios.

  • Page 73: Advanced Menu

    Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C-States This item allows you to set the power saving of the CPU states. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS WS Z390 PRO 3-17...

  • Page 74: System Agent (Sa) Configuration

    3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration The items in this menu allow you to adjust the Link Speed for PEG Port and Multi-Monitor. 3.6.4 PCH Configuration The items in this menu allow you to adjust the PCH PCI Express speed. PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots.

  • Page 75: Pch-Fw Configuration

    This item allows you to turn the RGB LED lighting on or off when the system is in the working state. Configuration options: [On] [Off] PCIEX4 Bandwidth [X2] Run at X2 mode with U31G2_EC1 enabled. [X4] Run at X4 mode for higher performance with U31G2_EC1 disabled ASUS WS Z390 PRO 3-19...

  • Page 76: Apm Configuration

    3.6.9 APM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set system wake and sleep settings. ErP Ready This item allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options are switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable(S4+S5)] [Enable(S5)] 3.6.10 PCI Subsystem Settings...

  • Page 77: Monitor Menu

    Setup Mode [Advanced Mode] This item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 3-21...
  • Page 78 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Launch CSM [Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add- on devices.

  • Page 79: Tool Menu

    3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 80: Secure Erase

    To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may become unstable if you run Secure Erase on an incompatible SSD.

  • Page 81: Asus User Profile

    This item displays the information and recommended configuration for the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface.

  • Page 82: Exit Menu

    3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.

  • Page 83: Updating Bios

    ® ASUS EZ Flash 3: Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 3.11.1...

  • Page 84: Asus Ez Flash 3

    3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Updating through the Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet.
  • Page 85 To update the BIOS by Internet: Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press <Enter>. Select via Internet. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press <Enter>.

  • Page 86: 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 87: Chapter 4: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 88: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.
  • Page 89 When the RAID Level item is selected, press <Enter> to select the RAID level to create, and then press <Enter>. Under Select Disks, press <Enter> and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 90 When the Strip Size item is selected, press <Enter> to select strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press <Enter>. The available strip size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128 KB RAID 10: 64 KB RAID 5: 64 KB...
  • Page 91 10 OS installation disc. Follow the screen ® instructions to start installing Windows ® When prompted to choose a type of installation, click Custom: Install Windows only (advanced). Click Load Driver. If your RAID volume is already detected, proceed to step 8. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 92 A message appears, reminding you to insert the installation media containing the driver of the RAID controller driver. If you have only one optical drive installed in your system, eject the Windows OS installation disc and replace with the motherboard Support DVD into the optical drive.
  • Page 93 <Enter>. The following screen appears: When the Delete item is selected, press <Enter>, then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to ® cancel. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 94: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    4.1.4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ® To enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: ® Turn on the system. Go to the Advanced menu > PCH Storage Configuration > SATA Mode Selection, then set the item to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration(RAID)].
  • Page 95 Serial # Size Status ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 96 Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. Use the up/down arrow key to select the strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press <Enter>.
  • Page 97 (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y/N): Press <Y> to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press <N> to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 4-11...

  • Page 98: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Exiting the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ® To exit the utility: From the utility main menu, select 6. Exit, then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: [CONFIRM EXIT] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): Press <Y>...

  • Page 99: Chapter 5: Multi Gpu Support

    CrossFireX™ graphics cards to your system. ® To uninstall existing graphics card drivers: Close all current applications. Go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. Select your current graphics card driver/s. Select Uninstall. Turn off your computer. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 100: Installing Two Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. To install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards: Prepare two CrossFireX™-ready graphics cards.

  • Page 101: Installing Three Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. Align and firmly insert the two CrossFireX™ bridge connectors to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connectors are firmly in place. Connect three independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the three graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 102: Installing Four Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    5.1.5 Installing four CrossFireX™ graphics cards To install four CrossFireX™ graphics cards: Prepare four CrossFireX™-ready graphics cards. Insert the four graphics cards into the PCIEX16 slots. Refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation.

  • Page 103: Installing The Device Drivers

    After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the CrossFireX™ feature through the AMD Vision Engine Control Center in Windows environment. ® Launching the AMD VISION Engine Control Center ® To launch the AMD VISION Engine Control Center: ® Right-click on the Windows desktop and select ® VISION Engine Control Center. ® ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 104 Enabling Dual CrossFireX™ technology To enable Dual CrossFireX™ technology: In the AMD Vision Engine Control Center window, click Performance > AMD ® ® CrossFireX™. Select Enable CrossFireX™. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support...

  • Page 105: Nvidia ® Sli™ Technology

    Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi- graphics card installation. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 106: Installing Three Sli-Ready Graphics Cards

    Align and firmly insert the SLI™ bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is firmly in place. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. SLI™ bridge Goldfingers 5.2.3 Installing three SLI-ready graphics cards Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers.

  • Page 107: Installing Four Sli-Ready Graphics Cards

    PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. Align and firmly insert the 4-way SLI™ bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is firmly in place. Connect four independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the four graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 4-way SLI™ bridge ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 108: Installing The Device Drivers

    5.2.5 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI™ technology. ® Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website at www.NVIDIA.com. ® 5.2.6 Enabling the NVIDIA SLI™ technology ® After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the SLI™ feature in NVIDIA Control Panel under the Windows 7 operating system.
  • Page 109 Enabling SLI™ settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, ® select Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX. In the Quad-SLI enabled, click Maximize 3D Performance SLI to set the display for viewing SLI™ rendered content. When done, click Apply. ASUS WS Z390 PRO 5-11...
  • Page 110 5-12 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Support...

  • Page 111: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix WS Z390 PRO block diagram ASUS WS Z390 PRO...

  • Page 112: Q-Code Table

    Q-Code table Code Description Not used microcode CACHE_ENABLED PCH initialization CPU_EARLY_INIT PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started 11 – 14 Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started 15 – 18 Pre-memory PCH initialization is started 19 – 1C Memory initialization 2B –...
  • Page 113 IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait (continued on the next page) ASUS WS Z390 PRO...
  • Page 114 Code Description Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM...

  • Page 115: Notices

    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 116 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 117 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 118 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 119: Asus Contact Information

    +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://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/ Services/questionform/?lang=en-us ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site https://www.asus.com/de/ Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/...
  • Page 120 Appendix A-10...

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