Motherboard PRIME Z790M-PLUS D4
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................................... iv About this guide........................................................................................................... v PRIME Z790M-PLUS D4 specifications summary.................................................... vi Package contents.........................................................................................................
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.
About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
PRIME Z790M-PLUS D4 specifications summary Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors & 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** CPU * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. Chipset Intel® Z790 Chipset 4 x DIMM, Max.
PRIME Z790M-PLUS D4 specifications summary Rear USB (Total 8 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C®) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port (1 x Type-A) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A) USB 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 7 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector (supports USB Type-C®) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports* * USB_E1 port, USB_E2 port, USB_E3 port and USB_E4 port share the bandwidth. Realtek 7.
PRIME Z790M-PLUS D4 specifications summary Miscellaneous 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers 1 x Aura RGB header 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x COM Port header Internal I/O Connectors 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x M.
PRIME Z790M-PLUS D4 specifications summary UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY Software Features - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode BIOS 192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS Manageability WOL by PME, PXE Operating System Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit Form Factor mATX 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.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x PRIME Z790M-PLUS D4 motherboard Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Miscellaneous 2 x Screw packages for M.2 SSD* *T he package including 2 screws and 1 nut is for installing an M.2 WIFI module into the M.2 WIFI slot and an M.2 SSD module into the M.2_2 slot. Documentation 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Product Introduction Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: 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.
1.2 Motherboard layout 5 24.4cm(9.6in) 1 4 2 11 Chapter 1 ADD_GEN 2_2 USB_1112 ATX_12V_2 CPU_FAN AIO_PUMP CPU_OPT ATX_12V_1 ADD_GEN 2_3 DIGI+ VRM HDMI 2280 CHA_FAN1 2260 2242 4 ATX_PWR 9 U32_C10 IRST V SATA X M.2_1(SOCKET3) BATTERY AUDIO PCIE 4.0 X4 3 M.2_1(SOCKET3) LAN_U32G1_34 24.4cm(9.
PRIME Z790M-PLUS D4 Page 1-4 1-5 1-7 1-8 1-9 1-10 1-11 1-12 1-12 1-13 1-14 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-18 1-18 1-19 1-20 1-21 Chapter 1 Layout contents 1. CPU socket 2. DIMM slots 3. Expansion slots 4. Fan and Pump headers 5. Power connectors 6. M.2 slots (SOCKET 3) 7. SATA 6Gb/s ports 8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® Front Panel connector 9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 10. USB 2.0 headers 11. Addressable Gen 2 headers 12. Aura RGB header 13. Clear CMOS header 14. COM Port header 15. Front Panel Audio header 16. M.
1. CPU socket The motherboard comes with a LGA1700 socket designed for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors and 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors. Chapter 1 LGA1700 1-4 • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for other sockets on the LGA1700 socket. • The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU.
2. DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 1 A DDR4 memory 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.
Memory configurations You may install 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Chapter 1 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 dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
3. Expansion slots Chapter 1 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1 PCIEX16(G5) 2 PCIEX16(G4) Please refer to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M.2 configuration. Recommended VGA configuration Slot Slot Description 1. PCIEX16(G5) 2.
PCIe bifurcation & M.2 settings in PCIe x16 slots (from CPU) Quantity of identifiable M.2 SSD (pcs) Situation 1 Situation 2 Slot Description Chapter 1 1 PCIEX16(G5) 1 (x16)* 2 (x8+x8)** * Install an M.2 SSD card to the M.2_1 or M.2_3 slot on the Hyper M.2 X16 series card. ** Install two M.2 SSD cards to the M.2_1 and M.2_3 slots on the Hyper M.2 X16 series card. 4. • Additional PCIe bifurcation and M.2 settings for RAID function are also supported when a Hyper M.2 x16 series card is installed.
5. Power connectors B PIN 1 C C PIN 1 GND GND GND GND B GND GND A ATX_12V_1 +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC ATX_12V_2 +DC_IN +DC_IN A Chapter 1 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.
6. M.2 slots The M.2 slots allow you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules. Chapter 1 A M.2_1(SOCKET3) B M.2_2(SOCKET3) C M.2_3(SOCKET3) A B C • Intel® 13th and 12th Gen processors: - M.2_1 supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode M Key design and type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • Intel® Z790 Chipset - M.2_2 supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode M Key design and type 2260/2280 storage devices. - M.2_3 supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA modes M Key design and type 2242/2260/ 2280 storage devices.
7. SATA 6Gb/s ports The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via SATA cables.
8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® Front Panel connector The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® connector allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® module for an additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® port. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® connector provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. Chapter 1 U32_C10 NC NC CC1 VBUS RX1RX1+ GND TX1TX1+ VBUS VBUS TX2+ TX2GND RX2+ RX2GND DD+ CC2 The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® module is purchased separately. 9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header allows you to connect a USB 3.
10. USB 2.0 headers USB_E12 USB_E34 A PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P4USB_P4+ GND USB+5V USB_P2USB_P2+ GND PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P3USB_P3+ GND NC B USB+5V USB_P1USB_P1+ GND NC A Chapter 1 The USB 2.0 headers allow you to connect USB modules for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s. B DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! • The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
11. Addressable Gen 2 headers The Addressable Gen 2 headers allow you to connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. Chapter 1 A B A ADD_GEN 2_2 B ADD_GEN 2_3 ADD_GEN 2_1 C Ground +5V Data PIN 1 C The Addressable Gen 2 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.
12. Aura RGB header Chapter 1 The RGB header allows you to connect RGB LED strips. RGB_HEADER PIN 1 +12V G R B The 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. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
13. Clear CMOS header The Clear CMOS header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters. Chapter 1 CLRTC +3V_BAT GND PIN 1 To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins. 3. Plug the power cord and turn on the computer. 4. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data.
14. COM Port header RXD DTR DSR CTS Chapter 1 The COM (Serial) Port header allows you to connect a COM port module. Connect the COM port module cable to this header, then install the module to a slot opening on the system chassis. PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI COM The COM port module is purchased separately. 15. Front Panel Audio header SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR The front panel audio header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio.
16. M.2 slot (Key E) The M.2(WIFI) slot allows you to install an M.2 Wi-Fi module (E-key, type 2230). M.2(WIFI) Chapter 1 VCC VCC WLAN_LED1 NC M.2_CRF_RST# NC M.2_WIFI_CLKREQ WLAN_LED2 GND NC CNV_BRI_RSP_R CNV_RGI_DT_R CNV_RGI_RSP_R CNV_BRI_DT_R NC NC NC CNV_GNSS_PA_BLANKING_R CNV_MFUART2_TXD_R CNV_MFUART2_RXD_R M2WIFI_SUSCLK S_PLTRST# M.2_BT_RF_KILL# M.
18. SPI TPM header (14-1pin) Chapter 1 This header supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system with a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), allowing you to securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
19. System Panel header The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 +5V Ground Ground Speaker Intruder# PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND PLED PWRSW SPEAKER CHASSIS PANEL GND PLED- HDD_LED+ HDD_LEDGround RSTCON# NC PLED+ PIN 1 HDD_LED RESET PLED • System Power LED header (PLED) The 2-pin and/or 3-1 pin headers allow you to connect the System Power LED.
20. Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header I2C_SCL I2C_SDA I2C_IRQ# RTD3_POWER_EN NC PERST_N WAKE# Chapter 1 The Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) 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. TB_HEADER RTD3_SW FORCE_PWR TB_CIO_PLUG_EVENT SLP_S3# SLP_S5# GND PIN 1 • The add-on Thunderbolt™ I/O card and Thunderbolt™ cables are purchased separately.
Chapter 1 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 2 Building your PC system 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. CPU installation • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on the LGA1700 socket.
Chapter 2 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic 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.
LGA1200 LGA1700 Chapter 2 2-4 • We recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system when installing a cooling system to an Intel® 700 and 600 series motherboard.
To install an AIO cooler We recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system on an Intel® 700 and 600 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS’ Intel® 700 and 600 series motherboards, however, we still strongly advise consulting with your cooling system vendor or manufacturer on the compatibility and functionality of the cooling system.
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2.1.4 M.2 installation To install an M.
To install an M.2 SSD card 1 2 2 Chapter 2 3 3 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. 3 2-8 • The M.2 modules are purchased separately. • Use the screw and nut in the bundled 2-screw & 1-nut package when installing an M.2 SSD module into the M.2_2 socket.
2.1.5 1. Motherboard installation Install the ASUS I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 Some sharp edges and points might cause physical injury. We recommend you put on cut or puncture resistant gloves before motherboard and I/O shield installation. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel.
3. Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
ATX power connection Chapter 2 2.1.6 OR AND Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs.
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2.1.8 Front I/O connector To install the front panel connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® connector Chapter 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 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 USB 3.2 Gen 1 To install USB 2.0 connector USB 2.
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To install Thunderbolt™ series card 6-pin PCIe power connector USB Type-C® port connects to Thunderbolt devices Chapter 2 MiniDP in port connects to DP out port on the motherboard or a VGA card USB 2.0 header Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header Ensure to install the Thunderbolt™ series card to the PCIEX16(G4) slot. • Step 6 is optional, please connect a 6-pin PCIe power connector when you wish to use the USB Type-C® port Thunderbolt™ quick charge feature to charge a 5V or more device.
2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 1 2 4 5 3 7 6 8 Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. USB 2.0 ports 11 and 12 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port 9 Intel® I219-V 1Gb Ethernet port* HDMI® port DisplayPort USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® port C1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports 3, 4 and 5, 6 8. Audio jacks** * and ** : Refer to the tables below for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions.
** Audio 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port 2-channel Light Blue – (Rear panel) Lime Front Speaker (Rear panel) Out Pink – (Rear panel) Lime – (Front panel) Pink – (Front panel) 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel – Front Speaker Out Center / Subwoofer – Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Center / Subwoofer – – – Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Center / Subwoofer Side Speaker Out – Chapter 2 To configure a 7.
Connect to 2-channel Speakers Connect to 4-channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 5.
Chapter 2 Connect to 7.
2.3 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. 5. Turn on the devices in the following order: 6. a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c.
Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support BIOS and RAID Support 3 For more details on BIOS and RAID configurations, please refer to www.asus.com/ support. 3.1 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 keyboardonly 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.
3.2 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 or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
3.3 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 . To update the BIOS: • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.
3.4 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. Recovering the BIOS 1. Download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard from https://www.asus.com/support/. 2. Rename the BIOS file as ASUS.CAP or PZ790MP4.CAP and copy the renamed BIOS file to a USB flash drive. 3.
3.5 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configuration. 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.
Chapter 3 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support
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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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