Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02
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Contents Safety information........................................................................................................ v About this guide.......................................................................................................... vi ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 specifications summary............................... vii Connectors with shared bandwidth........................................................................ xiii Package contents.......................................
Appendix Q-Code table............................................................................................................. A-1 Notices ..................................................................................................................... A-5 Warranty.................................................................................................................. A-16 ASUS contact 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.
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.
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 specifications summary Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors & 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** * 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 slots, Max.
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 specifications summary Intel® Z790 Chipset M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) Hyper M.2_1 slot (Key M) via ROG Hyper M.2 card, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)** Hyper M.2_2 slot (Key M) via ROG Hyper M.2 card, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 specifications summary Audio Features - SupremeFX Shielding Technology - ESS® ES9218 QUAD DAC - Gold-plated audio jacks Audio - Rear optical S/PDIF out port - Premium audio capacitors - Audio cover * The rear panel Lime (Line out) port does not support spatial audio. If you wish to use spatial audio make sure to connect your audio output device to the audio jack on the front panel of your chassis.
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 specifications summary Miscellaneous 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers 1 x Alternative PCIe Mode switch 1 x Aura RGB header 1 x CPU Over Voltage jumper Internal I/O connectors 1 x FlexKey button 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x ReTry button 1 x Start button 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header Extreme OC Kit - FlexKey button - ReTry button - Start button Extreme Engine Digi+ - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors - MicroFine Alloy Choke ASUS Q-Design - M.
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 specifications summary Front Panel USB 20G with Quick Charge 4+ Support - Support: up to 60W charging* Special Features - Output: 5/9/15/20V max. 3A, PPS:3.3x–21V max. 3A - Compatible with QC 4.0/3.0/2.0, PD3.0 and PPS * To support 60W, please install the power cable to the 6-pin PCIe Power connector or else only 27W can be supported.
xii • 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. Please scan the code for installation guide and FAQ.
Connectors with shared bandwidth A A A Configuration PCIEX16(G5)_1 A PCIEX16(G5)_2 M.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 motherboard 1 x ARGB RGB extension cable Cables 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables ROG HYPER M.2 CARD 1 x ROG Hyper M.2 Card with heatsink 2 x M.2 screw packages for ROG Hyper M.2 Card 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 Additional Cooling Kit 1 x DDR5 fan holder 1 x VRM fan holder 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Q-connector 3 x M.2 backplate Q-Latch packages Miscellaneous 3 x M.
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.
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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 Page 1-4 1-5 1-7 1-9 1-10 1-11 1-12 1-13 1-14 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-18 1-19 1-20 1-20 1-21 1-22 1-22 1-23 1-24 1-25 1-26 1-26 1-27 Chapter 1 Layout contents 1. CPU socket 2. DIMM slots 3. Expansion slots 4. Fan and Pump headers 5. Liquid Cooling System headers 6. Power connectors 7. M.2 Slot 8. SATA 6Gb/s port 9. USB 20G Type-C® Front Panel connector 10. USB 5G header 11. USB 2.0 header 12. Addressable Gen 2 header 13. Alternative PCIe Mode switch 14. Aura RGB header 15.
1. CPU socket The motherboard comes with a LGA1700 socket designed for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors & 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors. Chapter 1 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 DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules. Chapter 1 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.
Memory configurations You may install unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR5 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. Please refer to the following table for the recommended VGA configuration Hyper M.2 configuration.
Recommended VGA configuration Chapter 1 Slot Description 1 PCIEX16(G5)_1 2 PCIEX16(G5)_2 Single VGA x16 - Dual VGA x8 x8 Connect a chassis fan to the chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. PCIe bifurcation & M.2 settings in PCIe x16 slots for ROG Hyper M.2 Card Slot Description 1-8 Quantity of identifiable M.2 SSD (pcs) Situation for ROG Hyper M.2 Card Hyper M.2_1 Hyper M.2_2 1 PCIEX16(G5)_1 PCIe 4.0 x4 - 2 PCIEX16(G5)_2 PCIe 5.0 x4/ PCIe 4.
4. Fan and Pump headers Chapter 1 The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan headers. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan headers! • Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the header. For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to the W_PUMP+ or AIO_PUMP header.
5. Liquid Cooling System headers The Liquid Cooling System headers allow you to connect sensors to monitor the temperature and flow rate of your liquid cooling system. You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to optimize the thermal efficiency of your liquid cooling system.
6. Power connectors 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. Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both 8-pin power plugs. • We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices.
7. M.2 slot The M.2 slot allows you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules. Chapter 1 • Intel® 13th & 12th Gen Processors: - M.2_1 supports PCIE 4.0 x4 mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices. • Intel® Z790 Chipset: - M.2_2 supports PCIE 4.0 x4 mode M Key design and type 2242 / 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.
8. SATA 6Gb/s port Chapter 1 The SATA 6Gb/s port allows you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via a SATA cable. • If you installed SATA storage devices to the SATA6G_1-4 ports, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z790 chipset. • 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.
9. USB 20G Type-C® Front Panel connector Chapter 1 The USB 20G Type-C® connector allows you to connect a USB 20G Type-C® module for additional USB 20G ports on the front panel. The USB 20G Type-C® connector provides data transfer speeds of up to 20 Gb/s and PD 3.0 / QC 4+ support for up to DC 5V/3A 60W fast charging technology. 1-14 • The USB 20G Type-C® module is purchased separately. • For PD 3.0 / QC 4+ support, ensure to connect the 6-pin PD_12V_PWR connector. • PD 3.
10. USB 5G header Chapter 1 The USB 5G header allows you to connect a USB 5G module for additional USB 5G ports. The USB 5G header provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. The USB 5G module is purchased separately.
11. 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. Chapter 1 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
12. Addressable Gen2 header Chapter 1 The Addressable Gen2 header allows you to connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. The Addressable Gen2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/ Data/Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V), and the addressable headers on this board can handle a combined maximum of 500 LEDs.
13. Alternative PCIe Mode switch The Alternative PCIe Mode switch allows you to switch the PCIe signal which comes from the CPU from between Gen4 or Gen3 for the PCIe slot. Chapter 1 1-18 • When the Alternative PCIe Mode switch is set to Auto, the PCIe signal from the CPU will be the default setting. • When the Alternative PCIe Mode switch is set to 1st step, the PCIe signal from the CPU will be Gen4, and LED1 will light up green.
14. Aura RGB header Chapter 1 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. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip.
15. CPU Over Voltage jumper Chapter 1 The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system (depending on the type of the installed CPU). Set to pins 2-3 to increase the CPU voltage setting, or set to pins 1-2 to use the default CPU voltage setting. 16. FlexKey button (Reset) Press the FlexKey button to reboot the system.
17. Front Panel Audio header Chapter 1 The Front Panel Audio header 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 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.
18. ReTry button Chapter 1 The ReTry button is specially designed for overclockers and is most useful during the booting process where the Reset button is rendered useless. Press this button to force the system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be retried in quick succession to achieve a successful POST. 19. Start button Press the Start button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or soft-off mode (depending on the operating system settings).
20. System Panel header Chapter 1 The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System Power LED header (PLED) The 2-pin header allows 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. • Storage Device Activity LED header (HDLED) The 2-pin header allows you to connect the Storage Device Activity LED.
21. Thermal Sensor header Chapter 1 The Thermal Sensor header allows you to connect a sensor to monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard’s component to detect its temperature. The thermal sensor is purchased separately.
22. Q-Code LED Chapter 1 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. • Please refer to the Q-Code table in the Appendix section for more details.
23. Q-LEDs The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. Chapter 1 The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 24.
25. 8-pin Power Plug LED Chapter 1 The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected.
Chapter 1 1-28 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 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 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.
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. • 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.
• We recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system on an Intel® 700 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS’ Intel® 700 series motherboards, however, we still strongly advise consulting with your cooling system vendor or manufacturer on the compatibility and functionality of the cooling system. • Push-pin type LGA1200 compatible cooling systems cannot be installed to this motherboard.
To install an AIO cooler We recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system when installing a cooling system to an Intel® 700 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS’ Intel® 700 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 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. If the thermal pad on the M.2 heatsink becomes damaged, we recommend replacing it with the bundled thermal pad or a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm. The illustrations only show the installation steps for a single M.2 slot, the steps are the same for the other M.2 slots if you wish to install an M.2 to another M.2 slot. • Use a Phillips screwdriver when removing or installing the screws or screw stands mentioned in this section.
3. 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 slot For 22110 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. Rotate and adjust the M.
Thermal pad Chapter 2 D. (optional) Install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate to the 2260 M.2 length screw hole if you are installing a single sided M.2 storage device. DO NOT install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate when installing a doublesided M.2 storage device. Bundled rubber for M.2 backplate E. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. F. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place.
For 2280 length A. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch at the 2280 position so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. B. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad. C. (optional) Remove the thermal pad of the 2260 M.2 length screw hole and install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate if you are installing a single sided M.2 storage device. DO NOT install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate when installing a double-sided M.2 storage device. D. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. E. Rotate the M.
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. Remove the thermal pad of the M.2 length screw hole you wish to install your M.2 to, then install the M.2 Q-latch. Chapter 2 D. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. Thermal pad M.
E. (optional) Remove the thermal pad of the 2242 M.2 length screw hole and install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate if you are installing a single sided M.2 storage device. DO NOT install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate when installing a double-sided M.2 storage device. Follow this step only if you wish to install a single sided M.2 storage device to type 2260. F. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. G. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place.
• To install an M.2 to M.2_2 and M.2_3 slot For 2280 length A. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch at the 2280 position so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. B. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad. C. (optional) Remove the thermal pad of the 2260 M.2 length screw hole and install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate if you are installing a single sided M.2 storage device. DO NOT install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate when installing a double-sided M.2 storage device. D.
For 2242 and 2260 length A. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pad. B. Remove the thermal pad of the M.2 length screw hole you wish to install your M.2 to, then install the bundled M.2 Q-latch. C. Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. D. (optional) Remove the thermal pad of the 2242 M.2 length screw hole and install the bundled rubber for M.2 backplate if you are installing a single sided M.2 storage device. DO NOT install the bundled rubber for M.
E. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. F. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. 4. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pads on the bottom of the heatsinks. 5. Replace the heatsinks. 6. Secure the heatsinks using the screws on the heatsinks. 6 Chapter 2 If the thermal pad on the M.2 heatsink becomes damaged, we recommend replacing it with the bundled thermal pad or a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm.
2.1.5 Additional cooling kit installation To install the VRM fan holder • You may install a 12V (1A, 12W), 40mm x 40mm fan onto the fan holder if you require additional cooling for your motherboard. • The fan is purchased separately. Chapter 2 To install the DDR5 fan holder 2-16 • You may install 12V (1A, 12W), 40mm x 40mm/50mm x 50mm/60mm x 60mm fans onto the fan holder if you require additional cooling for your motherboard. • The fan is purchased separately.
2.1.6 Motherboard installation Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. 2. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 1. This instruction is for reference only, please place the amount of screws according to your installation situation. DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
2.1.7 ATX power connection Chapter 2 OR AND Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug or both 8-pin power plugs.
Chapter 2 The PD_12V_PWR connector provides additional power for your PCIe X16 slots. To support 60W, please install the power cable to the 6-pin PCIe Power connector (PD_12V_ PWR) else only 27W will be supported.
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2.1.9 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 20G Type-C® connector Chapter 2 USB 20G Type-C® This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 5G connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 2.
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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. 2. Peel the plastic films off the thermal pads by the M.2 slots. 3. Secure the stand screws onto the ROG HYPER M.2 card. Chapter 2 1.
4. Install the M.2 storage devices into the onboard M.2 slots (A), then secure the M.2 storage devices with the bundled screws (B). • When ROG Hyper M.2 card is installed on PCIEX16(G5)_1, Hyper M.2_1 slot can support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode. • When ROG Hyper M.2 card is installed on PCIEX16(G5)_2, Hyper M.2_1 slot can support PCIe 5.0 x4 mode. • When ROG Hyper M.2 card is installed on PCIEX16(G5)_1 or PCIEX16(G5)_2, Hyper M.2_2 slot will be disabled. • When ROG Hyper M.
6. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST to configure your BIOS settings. Chapter 2 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 code.
Using the PCIe Slot Q-Release The PCIEX16(G5)_1 slot comes with a PCIe Slot Q-Release button allowing you to easily remove an expansion card installed to this PCIe slot, even when the expansion card may be blocking the PCIe push-latch, such as a graphics card. To release an expansion card using the PCIe Slot Q-Release: Slightly lift the expansion card with one hand and press the PCIe Slot Q-Release button with the other hand. This should release the expansion card so that you can remove it with ease.
2.1.11 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna Chapter 2 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. • Ensure that the antenna is at least 20 cm away from all persons. The illustration above is for reference only.
2.2 BIOS update utility BIOS FlashBack™ BIOS FlashBack™ allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. To use BIOS FlashBack™: 1. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. 2. Manually rename the file as MZ790HE2.CAP, or launch the BIOSRenamer.exe application to automatically rename the file, then copy it to your USB storage device. The BIOSRenamer.
Chapter 2 For more information on using the BIOS FlashBack™ feature, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/, or by scanning the code below.
2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS). Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. USB 5G Type-A ports E5, E6, E7, and E8 Intel® 2.
* Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF GREEN BLINKING No link Linked Data activity OFF No link 100 Mbps / 10 Mbps connection 2.5 Gbps connection 1 Gbps connection OFF GREEN ORANGE ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port Port Light Blue Lime Pink Black Orange 2.3.2 2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.
Connect to 2-channel Speakers Connect to 4-channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 5.
Chapter 2 Connect to 7.
2.4 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 storage 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 whttps://www.asus.com/support/. 2. Rename the BIOS file as ASUS.CAP or MZ790HE2.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 PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10 and SATA RAID 0/1/5/10 configurations. For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the 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 Setup
Appendix Appendix Code 00 01 02 03 04 06 Description Not used Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard).
Q-Code table Code Appendix E0 E1 E2 E3 E4 – E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC – EF F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 – F7 F8 F9 FA FB – FF 60 61 62 63 – 67 68 69 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 Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error Reserved for future AMI error codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggere
Q-Code table Description Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is sta
Q-Code table Code B4 B5 B6 B7 B8– BF D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 DA DB DC Description USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error.
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.
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.
NCC: Wireless Statement 取得審驗證明之低功率射頻器材，非經核准，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻 率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。低功率射頻器材之使用不得影響飛航安全及 干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應 立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。 前述合法通信，指依電信管理法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻器材須忍受合法通 信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 應避免影響附近雷達系統之操作。 Japan RF Equipment Statement 屋外での使用について 電波法の定めにより5.2GHz、5.
FCC RF Caution Statement WARNING: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment. ISED Wi-Fi 6E Caution Statement (RLAN devices) Devices shall not be used for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems. Les dispositifs ne doivent pas être utilisés pour commander des systèmes d’aéronef sans pilote ni pour communiquer avec de tels systèmes.
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. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste.
Simplified UKCA Declaration of Conformity 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/.
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 Упрощенное заявление о соответствии европейской директиве ASUSTek Computer Inc. заявляет, что устройство соответствует основным требованиям и другим соответствующим условиям директивы 2014/53/ EU. Полный текст декларации соответствия ЕС доступен на https://www.asus.com/support/. Работа WiFi в диапазоне частот 5150-5350 должна быть ограничена использованием в помещениях для стран, перечисленных в таблице ниже: a.
Appendix Pojednostavljena EU Izjava o sukladnosti ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan s bitnim zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama direktive 2014/53/EU. Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/. WiFi koji radi na opsegu frekvencija 5150-5350 MHz bit će ograničen na upotrebu u zatvorenom prostoru u zemljama na donjem popisu: a.
:)LPI( לבית בהספק נמוךWi-Fi 6E מכשיריa. עד5945 המכשיר מוגבל לשימוש פנימי בלבד בשימוש בטווח התדרים אסטוניה,)CZ( צ'כיה,)CY( קפריסין,)BG( בולגריה,)BE( בבלגיה6425MHz הולנד,)DE( גרמניה,)LT( ליטא,)IE( אירלנד,)IS( איסלנד,)FR( צרפת,)EE( .)ES( ספרד,)NL( :)) (מכשירים ניידיםVLP( בהספק נמוך מאודWi-Fi 6E מכשיריb.
Appendix Declarație de conformitate UE, versiune simplificată Prin prezenta, ASUSTek Computer Inc. declară că acest dispozitiv este în conformitate cu reglementările esențiale și cu celelalte prevederi relevante ale Directivei 2014/53/UE. Textul complet al declarației de conformitate UE este disponibil la adresa https://www.asus.com/support/. Pentru ţările listate în tabelul de mai jos, reţelele WiFi care funcţionează în banda de frecvenţă de 5.150-5.350 MHz trebuie utilizate doar în interior: a.
Спрощена декларація про відповідність нормам ЄС ASUSTek Computer Inc. заявляє, що цей пристрій відповідає основним вимогам та іншим відповідним вимогам Директиви 2014 / 53 / EU. Повний текст декларації відповідності нормам ЄС доступний на https://www.asus.com/support/. Робота Wi-Fi на частоті 5150-5350 МГц обмежується використанням у приміщенні для країн, поданих у таблиці нижче: a. b.
Warranty EN: ASUS Guarantee Information • ASUS offers a voluntary manufacturer’s Commercial Guarantee. • ASUS reserves the right to interpret the provisions of the ASUS Commercial Guarantee. • This ASUS Commercial Guarantee is provided independently and in addition to the statutory Legal Guarantee and in no way affects or limits the rights under the Legal Guarantee. CR: Informacije o ASUS jamstvu • ASUS dragovoljno nudi komercijalno proizvođačko jamstvo.
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 SW: ASUS garantiinformation • ASUS erbjuder en frivillig kommersiell tillverkningsgaranti. • ASUS förbehåller sig rätten att tolka bestämmelserna i ASUS kommersiella garanti. • Denna kommersiella garanti från ASUS tillhandahålles separat och som tillägg till den lagstadgade garantin, och påverkar eller begränsar på intet sätts rättigheterna under den lagstadgade garantin. För all garantiinformation, besök https://www.asus.com/se/support/.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address: 1F., No. 15, Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112 ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address: Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany ASUSTeK (UK) LIMITED Address: 1st Floor, Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL, England, United Kingdom Service and Support Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support.
