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General| Processor socket | LGA 1200 (Socket H5) |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Compatible processor series | Intel Celeron, Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7 |
| Maximum number of SMP processors | 1 |
| Non-ECC | Yes |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Memory slots type | DIMM |
| Number of memory slots | 4 |
| Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 2133, 2400, 2666, 2933, 3000, 3200, 3300, 3333, 3400, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3866, 4000, 4133, 4200, 4266, 4300, 4400, 4533, 4600, 4800 MHz |
| RAID levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Number of HDDs supported | 6 |
| Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
| Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2, SATA |
| DirectX version | 12.0 |
| Parallel processing technology support | 2-Way SLI, 3-Way CrossFireX |
| USB 2.0 connectors | 2 |
| Number of SATA II connectors | 0 |
| USB connector type | USB Type-A, USB Type-C |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them. |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
| LAN controller | Realtek RTL8125B, Intel I219-V |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
| Ethernet interface type | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC1220 |
| Cooling type | Passive |
| Component for | PC |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel Z490 |
| Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
| Motherboard form factor | ATX |
| Number of mounting holes | 9 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64 |
| BIOS type | - |
| Cables included | SATA |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733020 |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 244 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 305 mm |
Step-by-step guide for installing an M.2 module, including heatsink removal and securing.
Guide on switching between PWM and DC fan modes and adjusting fan speed via BIOS.
Procedure for resetting BIOS to default values using the Clear CMOS jumper.
Lists Security (SEC) phase progress codes during system initialization.
Details error codes encountered during the Security (SEC) phase.
Lists Pre-memory Initialization (PEI) phase progress codes.
Step-by-step guide for installing the Windows 10 operating system.
Instructions for installing essential system drivers from the provided media.
Guide for installing additional system utilities after driver installation.
Details on how to access the BIOS Setup utility during system startup.
Procedure for updating BIOS using the M-FLASH utility via a USB drive.
Overview of EZ Mode features like Game Boost, XMP Profiles, Smart Button, and System Info.
Details the main BIOS menus available in Advanced Mode: Settings, OC, M-Flash, OC Profile, etc.
Covers Thunderbolt, USB, Power Management, Boot, and Security settings.
Introduces OC settings like Explore Mode, Extreme OC Setup, and CPU ratio configurations.
Covers CPU ratio, offset, base clock, and frequency adjustments for overclocking.
Details on configuring detailed clockgen features for advanced overclocking.
Guides on XMP profiles, DRAM frequency, timing, and fast boot settings.
Configuration of CPU and GT voltage modes for overclocking.
Steps to enable Intel Rapid Storage Technology in BIOS for RAID setup.
Step-by-step guide for installing Intel Optane Memory modules and enabling in BIOS.
