ROG STRIX Z790A GAMING WIFI II - Wall socket ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Motherboard
Brand	ASUS
Model	ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II
Form Factor	ATX
Processor Socket	LGA1700
Chipset	Intel Z790
Supported Memory	DDR5, 4 slots, max 128 GB
PCIe Slots	1x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1x PCIe 4.0 x16, 2x PCIe 3.0 x1
Storage	4x SATA 6 Gb/s, 4x M.2 (PCIe 4.0)
Network Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Ethernet 2.5 Gb/s
Audio	Realtek ALC4080, 7.1 channels
USB Ports	USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen2, USB 2.0
Power Supply	ATX 24-pin, EPS 8+4 pin connectors
Dimensions	30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
Weight	Approximately 1.5 kg
Care and Cleaning	Clean with a soft dry cloth; avoid liquids
Safety	Compliant with CE, FCC standards; indoor use for certain bands
Spare Parts and Repairability	Parts available through ASUS service; repairability index not disclosed

Frequently Asked Questions - ROG STRIX Z790A GAMING WIFI II ASUS

What type of processor is compatible with the ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II motherboard?

This motherboard supports Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th generation processors on LGA1700 socket.

Does the motherboard support DDR4 memory?

No, it exclusively supports DDR5 memory.

How many M.2 slots are available?

There are 4 M.2 slots, each supporting 2280 form factor SSDs with PCIe 4.0 interface.

How to install drivers for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?

Drivers can be downloaded from the ASUS website or installed via the included DVD. After the operating system installation, run the driver setup program.

What is the recommended power supply wattage?

For a typical setup with a graphics card, a 750W power supply is recommended. For high-end configurations, plan for 850W or more.

Does the motherboard have RGB lighting?

Yes, it has addressable RGB lighting with ARGB headers to sync with other components.

How to update the motherboard BIOS?

You can use the USB BIOS Flashback feature without a CPU or memory, or update via the EZ Flash utility in the BIOS.

What are the available USB ports on the back?

The back includes a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C port, multiple USB 3.2 Gen2 and USB 2.0 ports, as well as integrated HDMI and DisplayPort ports (depending on the CPU).

Is this motherboard compatible with Windows 11?

Yes, it is compatible with Windows 11 as it supports TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot.

Where can I find the complete user manual?

The full manual is available for download on the ASUS website in the support section for your product.

USER MANUAL ROG STRIX Z790A GAMING WIFI II ASUS

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

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USB 2.0 Chassis FanChassis Fan

1 Prepare the components

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Chassis

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CPU Memory M.2 SSD

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CPU Cooler

SATA device

Power supply unit Graphics card

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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.
  

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Thermal paste

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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

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DIMM_A2¹⁶ DIMM_A2¹⁸ DIMM_B2¹⁸ DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2¹⁸ DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2¹⁸

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

• Install the M.2 SSD

Remove

Remember to rotate the M.2 Q-latch or secure the screw properly.

OPTIONAL

Install the bundled rubber for M.2 when installing a single sided M.2 module.

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

Motherboard

3 Install the cooling system

• Air Cooler
  

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CPU_FAN / CPU_OPT

OR
- AIO Cooler

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CPU_ (connect AIO_PUMP / W_PUMP (connect to pump)

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

A

For non pre-mounted I/O shield models only.

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B

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C

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

Connect cables from Chassis

5 Connect to chassis fan and ARGB/RGB headers

CHA_FAN +5V Data Ground ARGB header RGB header B R G +12V

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

6 Install and connect the power supply unit (PSU)

PSU

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Make sure the PSU is secured to the chassis using screws, and that the chassis has proper airflow.
NOTE: Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Chassis PSU

Connect cables from PSU

- Connect the power cables to the motherboard

A

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B

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

Connect cables from Chassis

7 Connect everything to the motherboard

- Front panel header

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    A["PLED"] --> B["PWRSW"]
    B --> C["SPEAKER"]
    C --> D["CHASSIS"]
    E["Pin 1"] --> F["HDD_LED"]
    F --> G["RESET"]
    G --> H["PLED"]

•F_AUDIO

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- USB connector/header

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

Connect cables from PSU

- SATA

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

Connect cables from PSU

8 Install the graphics card

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Please note that power connection is required for selected models.

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

Motherboard Chassis Graphi cs Card

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

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

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

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11 Turn on the PSU and your PC

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FAQ

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

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Driver and Utilities installation

Стъпки:

• 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^ and 35^ .

Button/Coin Batteries Safety Information

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WARNING

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

Swallowing can lead to chemical burns, perforation of soft tissue, and death. Severe burns can occur within 2 hours of ingestion. Seek medical attention immediately.

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.

HDMI Trademark Notice

The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI Trade dress, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

HDMI™

HIGH-DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE

Safety Precautions

Accessories that came with this product have been designed and verified for the use in connection with this product. Never use accessories for other products to prevent the risk of electric shock or fire.

安全上のご注意

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 disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.

Please refer to http://csr.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 http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

EU RoHS

This product complies with the EU RoHS Directive. For more details, see http://csr.asus.com/english/article.aspx?id=35

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 http://csr.asus.com/english/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 Wi-Fi 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 Wi-Fi Caution Statement (RLAN devices)

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

KC: Korea Warning Statement

B급 기기 (가정용 방송통신기자재)

NCC: Wireless Statement

Japan RF Equipment Statement

屋外での使用について

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 5150-5350MHz 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 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 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)
WiFi	2412 - 2472 MHz 19 dBm
	5150 - 5350 MHz 21 dBm
	5470 - 5725 MHz 21 dBm
	5725 - 5850 MHz 12 dBm
	5945 - 6425 MHz 21 dBm
Bluetooth 2402 - 2480 MHz 17 dBm

* Receiver Category 1

ASUS V-M.2 PCIE WIFI CARD/INTEL BE200 GC-1c Wi-Fi 7 module with Bluetooth Indoor cap only Contains Model: BE200NGW CCAH23Y10500T0 CHN/TAN/9GP CE Model: BE200NGW M FCC ID: P08BE200NG R-C-INT-BE200NGW IC: 1000M-BE200NG Complies with IMDA Standards DB103778 UK CA

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

a. Low Power Indoor (LPI) Wi-Fi devices:

The device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5945 to 6425 MHz frequency range in Belgium (BE), Bulgaria (BG), Cyprus (CY), Czech Republic (CZ), Estonia (EE), France (FR), Iceland (IS), Ireland (IE), Lithuania (LT), Germany (DE), Netherlands (NL), Spain (ES).

b. Very Low Power (VLP) Wi-Fi 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 Belgium (BE), Bulgaria (BG), Cyprus (CY), Czech Republic (CZ), Estonia (EE), France (FR), Iceland (IS), Ireland (IE), Lithuania (LT), Germany (DE), Netherlands (NL), Spain (ES).

https://www.asus.com/support/.

https://www.asus.com/support/

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* Receiver Category 1

ASUS V-M.2 PCIE WIFI CARD: R 8GHz enter use only Contains Model: BE200NGW CHINTWIN5GP Model: BE200NGW M FOC D: PD98E200NG IC: 1000A-BE200NG COMplies with IMDA Standards DB103778 CCAH-23Y10500T0 CEK R-C4NT-BE200NGW □ 093-230203 □ D230105003 电源接口与WBS、 WB、及VCS/USB等 为使用器上です。 (I) 型号: 168(非标称)或 安全带(≤)

Warranty

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Address: 1st Floor, Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL, England, United Kingdom

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