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EVGA Z790 CLASSIFIED User Manual

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EVGA Z790 CLASSIFIED (121-RL-E798)
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User Guide
EVGA Z790 CLASSIFIED
Specs and Initial Installation
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EVGA Z790 CLASSIFIED Specifications

General IconGeneral
SocketLGA 1700
ChipsetIntel Z790
Form FactorE-ATX
Memory Slots4
Max Memory Support128 GB
Memory TypeDDR5
PCIe 5.0 x16 Slots1
Storage InterfacesSATA, M.2
SATA Ports6
M.2 Slots5
AudioRealtek ALC1220
USB Ports10
Networking10 Gb Ethernet
WiFiWi-Fi 6E

Summary

User Guide

Before You Begin

Parts NOT in the Kit

Lists components not included in the motherboard package.

Intentions of the Kit

Explains the motherboard's role as a central PC hardware component.

Motherboard Specifications

Form-Factor

Details the physical dimensions of the motherboard.

Microprocessor support

Specifies compatible Intel processors for the LGA1700 socket.

Operating Systems

Lists supported operating systems.

System Memory support

Defines DDR5 memory capacity and speed limits.

USB 2.0 Ports

Details internal USB 2.0 headers and update port.

USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports

Details internal USB 3.2 Gen1 headers and transfer speeds.

USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports

Details external/internal USB 3.2 Gen2 ports and speeds.

USB4 Ports

Details external USB4 Type-C ports and speeds.

SATA Ports

Lists 8 SATA ports with RAID and hot-plug support.

Onboard LAN

Details 10GbE and 2.5GbE Ethernet controllers, Wi-Fi 6E/BT 5.2.

Onboard Audio

Specifies Realtek ALC1220 HD Audio with S/PDIF Out.

Power Functions

Describes ACPI states (S0, S3, S4, S5).

PCI-Express Expansion Slots

Details PCIe Gen5 and Gen4 slot configurations.

PCIe 5.0 Support

Notes low power consumption and management features.

Onboard Graphics

Describes mini-DisplayPort via USB4 Type-C, requires compatible CPU.

mGPU Support

States AMD mGPU is supported.

Additional Expansion Slots

Lists M.2 Key-M and Key-E slots.

Pump Header

Specifies two 3A pump headers for watercooling.

Fan Headers

Details 4-pin PWM/DC headers and power limits.

Unpacking and Parts Descriptions

EVGA Z790 CLASSIFIED Motherboard LED

LED Legend

Explains the function of various LEDs on the motherboard.

EVGA Z790 CLASSIFIED Component Legend

Component Legend

Lists and describes motherboard components and their numbering.

Card Slots

PCIe Slot Breakdown

Details PCIe lane distribution and slot types.

M.2 Slot Breakdown

Details M.2 slot types and lane configurations.

Preparing the Motherboard

Installing the CPU

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU into the socket.

Installing the CPU Cooling Device

Provides general instructions for installing CPU coolers.

Installing System Memory (DIMMs)

Guide for installing DDR5 memory modules into the slots.

Installing the I/O Shield

Instructions for ensuring the I/O shield is properly seated.

Installing the Motherboard

CPU installation

Recommendation to install CPU before the motherboard.

CPU cooler installation

Considerations for installing CPU coolers before motherboard mounting.

DIMM module installation

Notes potential access issues with bulky CPU coolers.

Front panel connectors, such as USB, Power SW, Reset SW, etc.

Suggests connecting front panel headers before motherboard installation.

M.2 SSD installation

Mentions M.2 installation requires heatsink removal and fastening.

Securing the Motherboard into a System Case

Detailed steps for mounting the motherboard to the chassis.

Installing M.2 Devices

Installing M.2 Key-M Socket 3 Devices

Step-by-step guide for installing M.2 SSDs into the Socket 3 Key-M slots.

Tested CPU

Tested M.2 Key-M

Tested M.2 Key-E

Connecting Cables

Power Connections

Covers 24-pin ATX, EPS 8-pin, and 6-pin PCIe power connectors.

Internal Headers

Details front panel, fan, ARGB, USB, and audio headers.

Rear I/O Panel

Refers to pages 12-14 for I/O hub component breakdown.

Drive Headers (SATA)

Describes SATA 6Gb/s ports for HDD/SSD data interconnect.

Onboard and External Buttons

Reset CMOS Button

Explains how to reset BIOS settings using the dedicated button.

BIOS Update Button

Describes the button for updating the motherboard BIOS.

RESET and POWER Button

Details the onboard buttons for system power and reset functions.

First Boot

BIOS Update

Guides on performing the initial BIOS update process.

Memory Setup

Explains how to configure memory settings using XMP profiles.

HDD/SSD/M.2 Setup

Instructions for setting up boot order for SATA and M.2 drives.

M.2 SSD, PCIe SSD, and NVMe SSD Installation steps

M.2 Physical Installation

Refers to page 30 for physical installation of M.2 devices.

PCIe SSD Physical Installation

Steps for installing PCIe SSDs into available slots.

BIOS Setup / Windows Installation for M.2/PCIe NVMe SSDs

Guides on BIOS setup and Windows installation for NVMe SSDs.

Configuring RAID With M.2 SSDs

Install/Verify That Your SSDs Are Ready

Ensures SSDs are installed and detected in BIOS.

Enable the VMD Controller

Guides on enabling the VMD controller in BIOS for RAID.

Internal SATA RAID Controller

Some basic understandings

Explains basic concepts of RAID and drive types.

ESSENTIAL RAID CONSIDERATIONS

Provides key advice for successful RAID implementation.

RAID LEVELS

Details performance, capacity, and redundancy of RAID levels.

Configuring the Array

Repairing an array within the BIOS

IOMSM (Intel® Optane™ Memory and Storage Management)

Partitioning and Formatting a drive

Fan Header DC and PWM setup

Using the ELEET X1 Software Suite

Overclocking

Covers CPU core multiplier, ring ratio, and voltage adjustments.

Memory

Allows real-time memory overclocking and timing adjustments.

Monitoring

Displays real-time system voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds.

System

Provides detailed motherboard, CPU, and memory specifications.

LED

Controls onboard ARGB and LED lighting modes and colors.

Installing Drivers and Software

Windows 11/10 Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing drivers from the included USB drive.

Warranty and Overclocking

Troubleshooting

Flashing the BIOS

Guides on updating the motherboard BIOS via Windows or BIOS.

Flashing the BIOS Without a CPU

Instructions for BIOS flashing without a CPU or display.

SSD / HDD is not detected

Device is not receiving power

Troubleshooting steps for devices not receiving power.

Device has power, but does not show up in the BIOS

Steps to diagnose drives detected by PSU but not in BIOS.

Device has power, is seen in BIOS, but cannot be found in Windows

Troubleshooting drives visible in BIOS but not in Windows.

Using the POST code indicator to troubleshoot

System does not POST and Multi-function Display reads “C”

Diagnoses POST code 'C' related to CPU power or compatibility.

System does not POST, and Multi-function Display reads “55”

Diagnoses POST code '55' related to memory installation or compatibility.

System does not POST, and Multi-function Display reads “d7”

Diagnoses POST code 'd7' related to keyboard or input device detection.

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Multi-function Display POST Debug LED

Multi-function LED indicator

POST Beep Codes

Beep Codes

Lists beep codes and their corresponding error descriptions.

POST Codes

AMI POST Codes

Provides a list of AMI POST codes for troubleshooting boot issues.

EVGA Glossary of Terms

Compliance Information

FCC Compliance Information

Details FCC compliance rules and regulations for the device.

CE Compliance Information

Outlines CE compliance standards for IT equipment.

Trademark & Copyright Information

Provides information on EVGA's trademarks and copyrights.

Legal Information

Covers material ownership, warranties, and liability terms.

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