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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.
Contents Safety information ....................... v About this guide ......................vi ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI specifications summary ......... vii Package contents ...................... xii Installation tools and components ................. xiii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard layout ..................1-2...
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Appendix Q-Code table ......................A-1 Notices ........................A-5 Warranty ......................... A-12 ASUS contact information ..................A-14 Service and Support ..................... A-14 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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.
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.
Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® OptiMem II * Actual memory data rate 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*** ®...
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ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI specifications summary Intel Z690 Chipset** ® M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode & SATA modes) Hyper M.2_1 slot (Key M) via Hyper M.2 card, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (suppports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)**** Hyper M.2_2 slot (Key M) via Hyper M.2 card, type...
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ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI specifications summary Audio Features: - SupremeFX Shielding Technology - ALC4080 + Savitech SV3H712 AMP Audio - Gold-plated audio jacks - Rear optical S/PDIF out port - Premium audio capacitors - Audio cover 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C ®...
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AURA Sync - AURA RGB header - Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers ASUS HYDRANODE - 1 x Chassis fan support* (CHA_FAN1P) * Visit ASUS Website for the latest compatibility list. TPM header ROG Exclusive Software - ROG CPU-Z - GameFirst VI...
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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. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI motherboard Cables 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ROG Hyper M.2 Card with heatsink ROG HYPER M.2 CARD 2 x M.2 screw packages for ROG Hyper M.2 Card 1 x ASUS 2x2 Dual-Band Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package...
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.
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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-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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15. System Panel header 1-18 16. Thermal Sensor header 1-19 17. Thunderbolt™ header 1-20 18. TPM header 1-21 19. Q-Code LED 1-22 20. Q-LEDs 1-23 21. 8-pin Power Plug LED 1-23 ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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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.
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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-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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(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 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Please refer to the following table for the recommended Hyper M.2 configuration. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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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.
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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. Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both 8-pin power plugs.
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Optane Memory H Series on PCH ® ® attached M.2 slots. • Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports NVMe RAID 0/1/5, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. ® The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 1-11 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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• 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-12...
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USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 1-13 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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USB 2.0 header The USB 2.0 header allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
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• The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on. • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 1-15 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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AURA RGB header The AURA RGB header allows you to connect RGB LED strips. The AURA RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V). Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
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HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this header. 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. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 1-17 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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System Panel header The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System Power LED header (PLED) The 2-pin and/or 3-1 pin headers allow you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED lights up when the system is connected to a power source, or when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
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Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard’s component to detect its temperature. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 1-19 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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Thunderbolt™ header The Thunderbolt™ header allows you to connect an add-on Thunderbolt™ I/O card that supports Intel®’s Thunderbolt™ Technology, allowing you to connect Thunderbolt™-enabled devices to form a daisy-chain configuration. • The add-on Thunderbolt™ I/O card and Thunderbolt™ cables are purchased separately.
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The TPM header allows you to connect a TPM module, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 1-21 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. • 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. •...
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The actual cause may vary from case to case. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 1-23 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-24 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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...
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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 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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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...
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• 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-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
1.25mm. • The M.2 is purchased separately. Loosen the screws from the M.2 heatsinks. Remove the cushioning from the M.2_1 heatsink (top M.2 heatsink), then lift and remove the heatsinks. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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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_2 slot For 22110 length A.
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M.2 slot. B. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad. C. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. D. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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For 2242 and 2260 length A. 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. B. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad. C.
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B. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. C. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. D. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. OPTIONAL ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-11 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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For 2242, 2260 length A. (optional) Remove the M.2 rubber pad. Follow this step only if you wish to install an M.2 to type 2242. B. Install the M.2 Q-Latch to the M.2 length screw hole you wish to install your M.2 to.
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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. Secure the heatsinks using the screws removed previously. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-13 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
2.1.5 Motherboard installation Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
2.1.6 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug or both 8-pin power plugs. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-15 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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 USB 3.2 Gen 1 To install front panel audio connector AAFP ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-17 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
2.1.9 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-18 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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The TypeC_1 port can support up to 20V devices, and the TypeC_2 port can support up to 9V devices when the 6-pin PCIe power connector is connected. • Please visit the official website of your purchased Thunderbolt™ card for more details on compatibility. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-19 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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To install ROG HYPER M.2 Card Remove the four (4) cover screws that secure the cover to the ROG HYPER M.2 card, then remove the cover and set it aside. Peel the plastic films off the thermal pads by the M.2 slots. Secure the stand screws onto the ROG HYPER M.2 card.
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M.2_1 only, and Hyper M.2_2 will be disabled. • When ROG Hyper M.2 card is installed on PCIEX16(G4), it supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode on both Hyper M.2_1 & Hyper M.2_2. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-21 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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Enter the BIOS Setup during POST to configure your BIOS settings. 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. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-22...
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The illustration below is for reference only. The motherboard and PCIe Slot Q-Release button may differ between models, but the steps for using the PCIe Slot Q-Release remain the same. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-23 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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.
• 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. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-25 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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For more information on using the BIOS FlashBack™ feature, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/, or by scanning the QR code below. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-26 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to ports with matching data transfer rate. For example connecting your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-27 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
* Intel I225-V 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, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration...
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Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers Connect to 4-channel Speakers ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-29 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-30 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
BIOS setting. Press the power button for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI 2-31 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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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.
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).
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>.
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.
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.
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CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available 5C – 5F Reserved for future AMI error codes (continued on the next page) ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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 E4 – E7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error...
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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 (continued on the next page) ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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Q-Code table Code Description USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes B8– BF CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error.
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-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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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.
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Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des adolescents. ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING WIFI This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
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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.
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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:...
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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.
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TA2020/6750 ASUSTek Computer Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno APPROVED besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/ Complies with support/ IMDA Standards WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah,...
• 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. •...
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• 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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