ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX - Wall socket ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Motherboard
Brand	ASUS
Model	ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX
Chipset	Intel Z890
CPU Socket	LGA1851
Form Factor	ATX
Memory Support	2x DDR5 DIMM, Dual Channel, up to 192GB
Expansion Slots	2x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1x PCIe 4.0 x4
Storage Interfaces	4x SATA III, 4x M.2 (PCIe 4.0/5.0)
Audio	ROG SupremeFX 7.1, ESS ES9218 DAC
Networking	Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
USB Ports	2x USB4 Type-C, 8x USB 3.2 Gen2, 6x USB 2.0
Power Connectors	24-pin main, 2x 8-pin CPU, 1x 6-pin PCIe
Dimensions	30.5 cm × 24.4 cm
Weight	Approximately 1.2 kg
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Key Features	AI Overclocking, ROG DIMM.2, Q-Release, BIOS Flashback
Cooling	VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks, fan headers (8x)
Security	Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, BIOS Write Protect
Spare Parts & Repairability	CMOS battery, socket covers; limited user serviceable parts

Frequently Asked Questions - ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX ASUS

What CPU is compatible with the ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX?

The motherboard supports Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) with LGA1851 socket, including Core i9, i7, and i5 models.

How do I update the BIOS on this motherboard?

Use the BIOS Flashback feature: insert a USB drive with the BIOS file into the designated port, press the Flashback button, and the board will update without a CPU or memory.

What memory types are supported?

The board supports DDR5 memory modules, dual-channel configuration, with speeds up to 8000+ MHz (OC). Maximum capacity is 192 GB.

How many M.2 slots does it have?

It has 4 M.2 slots: two support PCIe 5.0 and two support PCIe 4.0. All are covered by heatsinks.

Can I use a previous generation power supply?

Yes, as long as the PSU provides the required 24-pin main and 2x 8-pin CPU connectors. A high-wattage unit (850W+) is recommended for overclocking.

Does it support overclocking?

Yes, the Z890 chipset and ROG design allow extensive overclocking of CPU, memory, and iGPU through AI Overclocking and manual tuning in BIOS.

What is the warranty period?

ASUS typically offers a 3-year warranty for motherboards, subject to regional terms. Check your region's warranty policy.

How do I clear the CMOS?

Use the Clear CMOS button on the rear I/O panel, or short the CLRTC header with a screwdriver when the system is off.

Is WiFi 7 supported?

Yes, the integrated WiFi 7 module (802.11be) provides speeds up to 5.8 Gbps, with Bluetooth 5.4.

Where can I download drivers and software?

Visit the ASUS support site for the ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX. Download the latest drivers, BIOS, and utilities like AI Suite 3.

USER MANUAL ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX ASUS

The items labeled below correspond to the installation steps. For steps 1, 4, 11, 12, and more information on the steps, please refer to the rest of the guide.

1 Prepare the components

Chassis

CPU Memory M.2 SSD

CPU Cooler

SATA device

Power supply unit Graphics card

NOTE: The components listed above are recommendations. Please prepare components according to your needs.

2 Install key components

- Install the CPU

Please scan for more information on CPU installation steps.

NOTE: Do not remove the PnP cap before the CPU is properly installed. Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard

• Install the Memory

NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard

• Install the M.2 SSD

OPTIONAL: Install the bundled M.2 rubber when installing a single-sided M.2 module.

Make sure of the following:

• The M.2 Q-Latch clicks and locks the M.2 SSD.

- Secure the screw properly.

- Insert the pin of the M.2 Anchor into the hole.

B

OPTIONAL: Install the bundled M.2 rubber when installing a single-sided M.2 module.

Make sure the M.2 Q-Slide clicks and locks the M.2 SSD.

Additional Information (on selected models)

M.2 Q-Release / M.2 Q-Slide

Type-A Install

Remove Type-B

NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard

3. Install the cooling system

- Air Cooler

CPU_FAN / CPU_OPT

OR

- AIO Cooler

CPU_FAN / CPU_OPT (connect to radiator) AIO_PUMP / W_PUMP (connect to pump) NOTE: Please refer to these manual(s) for more information: Cooler Chassis

4 Install the motherboard into the chassis

For non pre-mounted I/O shield models only

NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard Chassis

5 Connect to chassis fan and ARGB/RGB headers

NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard Chassis Fan

6 Install and connect the power supply unit (PSU)

NOTE: Input: AC 100\~240V, 6A/3A, 50/60Hz Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Chassis PSU

Connect cables from PSU

- Connect the power cables to the motherboard

A

B

NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard PSU

7 Connect everything to the motherboard

- Front panel system header

- Front panel audio header

- USB connector/header

NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information:

Motherboard Chassis

Connect cables from PSU

- SATA

NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for

more information: Motherboard

Connect cables from PSU

8 Install the graphics card

Please note that power connection is required for selected models.

NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information:

Motherboard Chassis Graphics Card

9 Connect to the Internet via Ethernet/Wi-Fi antenna

NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard

10 Connect peripherals (monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.)

11 Turn on the PSU and your PC

NOTE: Please check the Q-LEDs or Q-LED Core on selected motherboards when powering on your PC for system status. If an error occurs, check if your CPU Fan header is properly connected; you can also scan the code or refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard

12

Install the operating system and drivers

Driver and Utilities installation

Steps:

• 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. - Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. - Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. - Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
• Your motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 10°C and 35°C.

Button/Coin Batteries Safety Information

1. Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries according to local regulations and keep out of reach of children. Do not incinerate or dispose of batteries in household trash.
2. If ingested or inserted inside any part of the body, call a local poison control center for treatment information. Even used batteries may cause serious injury or death.
3. This product uses CR2032 type batteries with a nominal voltage of 3V.
4. Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
5. Do not forcibly discharge, recharge, disassemble, heat above the battery manufacturer's specified temperature rating, or incinerate. Doing so may result in injury or chemical burns caused by venting, leakage, or explosion.
6. This product contains non-replaceable batteries.

WARNING

• INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or coin battery.
• DEATH or serious injury can occur if ingested.
• A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours.
• KEEP new and used batteries OUT OF REACH of CHILDREN.
• Seek immediate medical attention if a battery is suspected to be swallowed or inserted inside any part of the body.

General Notices

FCC Compliance Information

Responsible Party: Asus Computer International

Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA

Phone / Fax No: [phone] / [phone]

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.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Safety Precautions

Australia statement notice

From 1 January 2012, updated warranties apply to all ASUS products, consistent with the Australian Consumer Law. For the latest product warranty details, please visit https://www.asus.com/support/. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

If you require assistance, please call ASUS Customer Service at 1300 2787 88 or visit us at https://www.asus.com/support/.

Declaration of compliance for product environmental regulation

ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS discloses the relevant information based on regulation requirements.

Please refer to https://esg.asus.com/Compliance.htm for information disclosure based on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with:

EU REACH and Article 33

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at https://esg.asus.com/Compliance.htm.

EU RoHS

This product complies with the EU RoHS Directive. For more details, see https://esg.asus.com/Compliance.htm.

India RoHS

This product complies with the "India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016" and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01% by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule.

Vietnam RoHS

ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011, meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT.

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 https://esg.asus.com/en/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions.

DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.

France sorting and recycling information

Notices for Wi-Fi model

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.

FCC 5.925-7.125 GHz Caution Statement

Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.

RF exposure warning

This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

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.

Operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.

CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

ISED 5.925-7.125 GHz Caution Statement (RLAN devices)

Devices shall not be used for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.

KC: Korea Warning Statement

Class B equipment (Home broadcasting and communication equipment)

NCC: Wireless Statement

Japan RF Equipment Statement

Outdoor use restrictions

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/.

The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350 MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for the country listed below:

UK

UKCA RF Output table (The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017)

Model: BE200NGW

a. Low power indoor (LPI) Wi-Fi 5.945-6.425 GHz devices: The device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5925 to 6425 MHz frequency range in UK. b. Very Low Power (VLP) Wi-Fi 5.945-6.425 GHz devices (portable devices): The device is not permitted to be used on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) when operating in the 5925 to 6425 MHz frequency range in UK.

Function Frequency Maximum Output Power EIRP (mW)
WiFi	2.4 - 2.4835 GHz < 100
	5.15 - 5.35 GHz < 200
	5.47 - 5.725 GHz < 200
	5.725 - 5.875 GHz* < 25
	5.925 - 6.425 GHz < 200
Bluetooth	2.4 - 2.4835 GHz < 100

Receiver Category 1

* Non-Intel modules: 5.725 - 5.85 GHz

Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity

Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity

ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/.

The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350 MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed in the table below:

a. Low power indoor (LPI) Wi-Fi 5.945-6.425 GHz devices: The device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5945 to 6425 MHz frequency range in Austria (AT), Belgium (BE), Bulgaria (BG), Cyprus (CY), Czech Republic (CZ), Estonia (EE), France (FR), Germany (DE), Iceland (IS), Ireland (IE), Latvia (LV), Luxembourg (LU), Netherlands (NL), Norway (NO), Romania (RO), Slovakia (SK), Slovenia (SI), Spain (ES), Switzerland (CH) b. Very Low Power (VLP) Wi-Fi 5.945-6.425 GHz devices (portable devices): The device is not permitted to be used on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) when operating in the 5945 to 6425 MHz frequency range in Austria (AT), Belgium (BE), Bulgaria (BG), Cyprus (CY), Czech Republic (CZ), Estonia (EE), France (FR), Germany (DE), Iceland (IS), Ireland (IE), Latvia (LV), Luxembourg (LU), Netherlands (NL), Norway (NO), Romania (RO), Slovakia (SK), Slovenia (SI), Spain (ES), Switzerland (CH)

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WiFi operating in the frequency range of 5150 MHz to 5350 MHz is restricted to indoor use only for the countries listed in the table below:

a. Low power indoor (LPI) Wi-Fi 5.945-6.425 GHz devices: This device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5945 to 6425 MHz frequency range in Austria (AT), Belgium (BE), Bulgaria (BG), Cyprus (CY), Czech Republic (CZ), Estonia (EE), France (FR), Germany (DE), Iceland (IS), Ireland (IE), Latvia (LV), Luxembourg (LU), Netherlands (NL), Norway (NO), Romania (RO), Slovakia (SK), Slovenia (SI), Spain (ES), Switzerland (CH).

b. Very Low Power (VLP) Wi-Fi 5.945-6.425 GHz devices (portable devices): This device is not permitted to be used on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) when operating in the 5945 to 6425 MHz frequency range in Austria (AT), Belgium (BE), Bulgaria (BG), Cyprus (CY), Czech Republic (CZ), Estonia (EE), France (FR), Germany (DE), Iceland (IS), Ireland (IE), Latvia (LV), Luxembourg (LU), Netherlands (NL), Norway (NO), Romania (RO), Slovakia (SK), Slovenia (SI), Spain (ES), Switzerland (CH).

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