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Asus ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series User Manual

Asus ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING
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Motherboard
ROG STRIX
Z590-A
GAMING
Series
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Asus ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel Z590
CPU SocketLGA 1200
Memory Slots4
Memory TypeDDR4
Maximum Memory128GB
Memory Speed5333 MHz (OC)
PCIe x16 Slots3
M.2 Slots3
SATA 6Gb/s Ports6
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports4
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports3
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Ports1
AudioROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080
Form FactorATX
USB 2.0 Ports4
NetworkingIntel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Precautions to prevent electrical shock hazard during system handling and operation.

Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe installation, handling, and environmental operation of the motherboard.

About This Guide

How This Guide Is Organized

Overview of the manual's structure and content organization.

Where to Find More Information

Sources for additional product and software update information.

Conventions Used in This Guide

Explanation of symbols and notations used throughout the manual.

ROG STRIX Z590-A GAMING Series Specifications Summary

Core Components Specifications

Details on CPU, Chipset, Memory, and Graphics capabilities.

Expansion and Storage Specs

Information on Expansion Slots and Storage device support.

Network and Connectivity Specs

Specifications for Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB ports.

I/O Ports and Internal Connectors

Lists back panel I/O ports and internal connector types.

Special and Software Features

Highlights unique motherboard features and bundled software utilities.

System Settings and Form Factor

Details on BIOS, Manageability, OS, and physical dimensions.

Connectors with Shared Bandwidth

Package Contents

Installation Tools and Components

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Before You Proceed

Essential precautions before installing motherboard components or changing settings.

Motherboard Layout Overview

Diagram and identification of motherboard components and connectors.

CPU Socket Installation

Procedure for correctly installing the LGA1200 socket CPU.

DIMM Slot Installation

Instructions for installing DDR4 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Expansion Slot Installation

Guidance on installing expansion cards into PCIe slots.

Fan and Pump Headers

Details on connecting fans and pumps to motherboard headers.

VRM Heatsink Fan Header Details

Information on the VRM Heatsink fan header specifications.

Power Connectors

Explanation of motherboard power connector types and PSU recommendations.

M.2 Slot Installation

Steps for installing M.2 SSD modules into the motherboard slots.

SATA 6Gb/s Connector

Instructions for connecting SATA storage devices.

Front Panel USB Connectors

Details on connecting USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® and Gen 1 headers.

USB 2.0 Header

Information on connecting USB 2.0 modules to the header.

AURA Addressable Gen2 Header

Guide for connecting addressable RGB LED strips to the Gen2 header.

AURA RGB Header

Instructions for connecting RGB LED strips to the AURA RGB header.

Clear RTC RAM Jumper

Procedure for clearing the CMOS and RTC RAM settings.

CPU Over Voltage Jumper

Explanation of the CPU Over Voltage jumper for voltage adjustments.

Front Panel Audio Header

Details on connecting the front panel HD audio module.

S/PDIF Out Header

Information on connecting the S/PDIF Out module.

System Panel Header

Explanation of system panel connectors for power, reset, LEDs, and speaker.

Thermal Sensor Header

Guidance on connecting thermal sensors for temperature monitoring.

Thunderbolt™ Header

Information on connecting an add-on Thunderbolt™ I/O card.

TPM Header

Details on connecting a TPM module for enhanced security.

Status Indicators

Explanation of Q-LEDs and the 8-pin power plug LED indicator.

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

Building Your PC System

Covers CPU, cooling, DIMM, M.2, motherboard, power, SATA, I/O, expansion card, and Wi-Fi installation steps.

BIOS Update Utility

Explains how to use the BIOS FlashBack™ feature for easy BIOS updates.

Motherboard Rear and Audio Connections

Details rear panel connectors and audio I/O ports for system connectivity.

Starting Up for the First Time

Guides on initial system power-on, POST checks, and BIOS setup access.

Turning Off the Computer

Instructions on how to properly shut down or put the system into sleep mode.

Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support

Knowing BIOS

Introduction to ASUS UEFI BIOS, its features, and storage of system settings.

BIOS Setup Program

How to enter BIOS Setup, navigate menus (EZ Mode, Advanced Mode), and load default settings.

EZ Update Utility

Utility for updating the motherboard BIOS within the Windows environment.

ASUS EZ Flash 3 BIOS Update

Method to update BIOS without an OS, using a USB flash disk.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Recovery

Auto recovery tool to restore BIOS when corrupted during updates.

RAID Configurations

Information on configuring Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10.

Appendix

Notices

Covers FCC, ISED, VCCI, Japan, and EU regulatory compliance statements.

Warranty Information

Details ASUS voluntary manufacturer's Commercial Guarantee and legal rights.

ASUS Contact Information

Provides contact details for ASUS technical support and general information.

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