Asus TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFI Manual
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Introduction
The items labeled below correspond to the installation steps, for steps
and more information on the steps, please refer to the rest of the guide.
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Prepare the components
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NOTE: The components listed above are recommendations, please prepare components according to your needs.
Install key components
Install the CPU
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NOTE: Do not remove the PnP cap before the CPU is properly installed. Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard
CPU installation
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Install the Memory
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NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard
Install the M.2 SSD
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NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard
Install the cooling system
Air Cooler
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AIO Cooler
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NOTE: Please refer to these manual(s) for more information: Cooler, Chassis
Install the motherboard into the chassis
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NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard, Chassis
Connect to chassis fan and ARGB/RGB headers
Connect cables from Chassis
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NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard, Chassis, Fan
Install and connect the power supply unit (PSU)
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NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Chassis, PSU
Connect the power cables to the motherboard
Connect cables from PSU
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NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard, PSU
Connect everything to the motherboard
- Front panel header
Connect cables from Chassis
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- F_AUDIO
- USB connector/header
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NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard, Chassis
- SATA
Connect cables from PSU
NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard
Install the graphics card
Connect cables from PSU
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NOTE: Please note that power connection is required for selected models.
Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard, Chassis, Graphics Card
Connect to the Internet via Ethernet/Wi-Fi antenna
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NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard
Connect peripherals (monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.)
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Turn on the PSU and your PC
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NOTE: Please check the Q-LEDs or Q-LED core on selected motherboards when powering on your PC for system status. If an error occurs, check if your CPU Fan header is properly connected; you can also scan the code or refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard
Install the operating system and drivers
Driver and Utilities installation
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Safety Precautions
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.
- Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
- Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
- Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.
- If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
- Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
- Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
- To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
- Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.
- Place the product on a stable surface.
- If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
- Your motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 10°C and 35°C.
- Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries according to local regulations and keep out of reach of children. Do not incinerate or dispose of batteries in household trash.
- If ingested or inserted inside any part of the body, call a local poison control center for treatment information. Even used batteries may cause serious injury or death.
- This product uses CR2032 type batteries with a nominal voltage of 3V.
- Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
- Do not forcibly discharge, recharge, disassemble, heat above the battery manufacturer's specified temperature rating, or incinerate. Doing so may result in injury or chemical burns caused by venting, leakage, or explosion.
- This product contains non-replaceable batteries.
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- INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or coin battery.
- DEATH or serious injury can occur if ingested.
- A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours.
- KEEP new and used batteries OUT OF REACH of CHILDREN.
- Seek immediate medical attention if a battery is suspected to be swallowed or inserted inside any part of the body.
Warranty
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