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    ASUS PRIME Z490-P LGA 1200 (Intel 10th Gen) Intel Z490 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard (Dual M.2, DDR4 4600, 1Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB Type-A, Thunderbolt 3 Support, Aura Sync RGB)

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    • PRIME Z490M-PLUS
    • PRIME Z490-P
    • ROG MAXIMUS XII APEX
    • ROG MAXIMUS XII FORMULA
    • ROG MAXIMUS XII HERO (WI-FI)
    • ROG STRIX Z490-A GAMING
    • ROG STRIX Z490-E GAMING
    • ROG STRIX Z490-F GAMING
    • ROG STRIX Z490-G GAMING (WI-FI)
    • ROG STRIX Z490-H GAMING
    • TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI)
    • Intel LGA 1200 Socket: Designed to unleash the maximum performance of 10th Gen Intel Core processors
    • Enhanced Power Solution: 10+1 DrMOS power stages, 6-layer PCB, ProCool sockets, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
    • Comprehensive Cooling: VRM heatsink, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 utility
    • Boosted Memory Performance: ASUS OptiMem II proprietary trace layout allows memory kits to operate at higher frequencies with lower voltages to maximize system performance
    • Ultrafast Connectivity: Dual M.2, 1Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Thunderbolt 3 support
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    Intel® Z490 (LGA 1200) ATX motherboard with dual M.2, 11 DrMOS power stages, 1 Gb Ethernet, HDMI, DisplayPort, SATA 6Gbps, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Thunderbolt™ 3 support, and Aura Sync RGB Lighting
    • Intel® LGA 1200 socket: Ready for 10th Gen Intel® Core™ processors
    • Enhanced power solution: 10+1 DrMOS power stages, 6-layer PCB, ProCool connector, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
    • Comprehensive cooling: VRM heatsinks, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4
    • ASUS OptiMem II: Careful routing of traces and vias, plus ground layer optimizations to preserve signal integrity for improved memory overclocking
    • Ultrafast connectivity: Dual M.2, 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A® and Thunderbolt™ 3 support
    • 1. 2 x USB 2.0
    • 2. 1 x HDMI
    • 3. 1 x DisplayPort
    • 4. 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
      (3 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
    • 5. 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 6. Realtek LAN
    • 7. 1 x Optical S/PDIF out
    • 8. 5 x Audio Jacks
    • 9. PCIe 3.0 x16
      • ASUS SafeSlot Core+
      • 2-Way CrossFireX™

    • 10. Audio Features
      • LED-illuminated design
      • Rear optical S/PDIF out port
      • Premium Japanese Audio Capacitors
      • Audio Shielding
      • Dedicated Audio PCB Layers
    • 11. 1 x Thunderbolt header
    • 12. ProCool Connector
    • 13. DDR4 4600(O.C.) MHz
    • 14. Aura RGB header
    • 15. Addressable Gen 2 header

    • 16. LGA 1200 Socket
      Intel® 10th Gen Processors
    • 17. 4 x Front USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 18. M.2 x4 dual mode
      • Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready
    • 19. M.2 Socket (Key E)
    • 20. Intel® Z490 Chipset
    • 21. M.2 x4 dual mode
      • Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready
    • 22. AURA RGB header
    • 23. 4 x Sata 6Gb/s
    • 24. 4 x Front USB 2.0


    ASUS Prime series is expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 10th Gen Intel® Core™ processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime Z490 series motherboards provide daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.
    Tune It Your Way

    Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime Z490 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling you to tweak performance settings to perfectly match the way you work – maximizing your productivity.

    Intelligent Control
    EPU

    All-Around Energy Efficiency

    The Energy Processing Unit (EPU) automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes energy savings with Away mode — a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O controllers.
    Fan Xpert 4

    Flexible Air- and Liquid-Cooling Controls

    Fan Xpert 4 software provides comprehensive control over fans and all-in-one (AiO) coolers. Whether cooling with air or water, an Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. There's also an Extreme Quiet mode that reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum to keep your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks. Fans and AiO coolers can also be controlled via the UEFI BIOS.
    Digi+ VRM Control

    Precise Digital Power Control

    The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, automatically switching frequency and power-efficiency settings. It also allows you to fine-tune your CPU for ultimate stability and performance.

    UEFI BIOS

    The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
    Advance Mode

    Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers

    An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options, and various Advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want.
    Search Function
    Quickly and easily find the option or setting you need.

    ASUS User Profile
    Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.

    EZ Mode

    Quick and Simple Setup

    EZ mode displays vital settings and stats and also offers guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings — all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.
    Intuitive Graphical Fan Control
    Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

    EZ XMP
    Improve DRAM performance with one click.

    Aura On/Off mode (Stealth)
    Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a subdued aesthetic touch.
    Cool to the Core

    Prime Z490 series is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.

    Heatsinks


    VRM Heatsinks and Thermal Pads

    Two massive VRM heatsinks with underneath thermal pads improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance.

    Cooler by Design

    Prime Z490 series features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 4 software or via the UEFI BIOS.

    Multiple Temperature Sources

    Each header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors. Fan Xpert 4 allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.

    AIO Pump Header

    A dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups.

    Smart Protection

    A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from overheating and overcurrent.

    4-Pin PWM/DC Fan

    Each onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
    Build on a Solid Foundation

    Prime Z490 series is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 10th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. A Z490 motherboard provides all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity, so your system will be ready for action with stable power, intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options.

    Power Design


    Robust Power Design

    Stable power is essential to extract every last bit of performance out of 10th Generation Intel Core processors, Prime Z490 is geared to cater to the demands of these high-core count CPUs.


    ProCool Connector

    Proprietary connectors augment the motherboard's link to the PSU with 8+4 pin connectors that pass 12 volts of power directly to the processors. The 8-pin connector features solid pins that can handle more current than hollow-pin connectors.
    10+1 DrMOS Power Stages

    A VRM with 10+1 DrMOS Power Stages delivers the power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors demand.

    Memory


    ASUS OptiMem II

    Revisions to the motherboard's trace routing provide the latest Intel processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.
    ASUS OptiMem II benefits:
    • Improved memory stability and compatibility
    • Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages
    • Improved memory frequency margin

    Motherboards with OptiMem II technology were tested with Synopsys HSPICE simulation software

    Top layer – ground ring to prevent lateral interference

    Storage
    Dual M.2 (up to 32 Gbps)

    Dual M.2 slots support data-transfer speeds of up to 32 Gbps via x4 PCI Express® 3.0 bandwidth, enabling quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.

    * Actual transmission speeds will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.

    Connectivity
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A

    Numerous USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including a rear-panel USB Type-A connectors with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity for compatible cases.
    Thunderbolt™ 3 Support

    Prime Z490-P supports ThunderboltEX 3-TR, an Intel certified Thunderbolt™ 3 add-on card that enables bi-directional speeds of up to 40 Gbps via a single cable. Additionally, an integrated Thunderbolt 3 header can support up to six devices in a daisy-chain and provide up to 100 watts of power to fast-charge devices.
    Little Things Make a Big Difference

    Prime Z490 series adds the nuanced details that improve every experience, from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive RGB lighting controls that let you customize your system to create a uniquely personal look.

    Audio


    Outstanding Audio

    Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio

    Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you've ever experienced.
    Audio Shielding

    Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.

    Separate Layer for Left and Right Tracks

    Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.

    Premium Japanese Capacitors

    Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.

    Personalization
    Aura Sync

    Outshine the Competition

    A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the strips connected to the onboard RGB headers. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.

    Static


    Breathing


    Strobing


    Rainbow

    Color Cycle


    Starry Night


    Music Effect


    Smart
    Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header

    The addressable Gen 2 RGB header is now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new header also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.

    Armoury Crate

    Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate allows you to easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal. The software also provides control of settings for ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and highlight to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.
    Aura Sync
    Driver & Manual Download
    Driver & Manual Download
    Account Management
    Account Management

    DIY friendly
    SafeSlot Core+

    SafeSlot Core+ is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe slot fortified with a one-piece stainless-steel brace that shields the slot to protect it from damage. The metal cover is tightly secured to the slot with hooks, and the entire assembly is firmly anchored to the PCB with strengthened solder points to provide a secure foundation for heavyweight graphics cards.

    Strengthened solder points around the PCIe and DIMM pins.


    Metal inserts keep graphics cards properly aligned during installation.


    The metal side-panels feature hooks that firmly clasp the slot body.
    Overvoltage Protection

    World-class circuit-protecting power design

    An exclusive circuit design with built-in voltage regulators to protect your motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable or inferior power supplies.

    DRAM Overcurrent Protection

    Short-circuit damage prevention

    Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices.

    Stainless-Steel Back I/O

    3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability

    Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a lifespan that's three times longer than ordinary panels.

    LANGuard

    Pumped-up throughput 2.5X higher surge tolerance

    ASUS LANGuard is a hardware-level network protection feature that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput and ensure a more reliable connection.
    1000+

    Compatible devices and components

    The Prime Z490 series provides superior compatibility with thousands of components and our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) identifies memory compatibility, giving you more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences.

    8000+

    Validation hours

    Every ASUS motherboards is subjected to more than 8,000 hours of stringent tests, including burn-in, environmental, compatibility, software and safety tests to confirm their durability. ASUS reliability surpasses industry standards, ensuring that every component is designed to function flawlessly in any environment.

    Temperature and humidity tests

    Ensures components withstand extreme conditions.


    Thermal measurement tests

    Ensures that the system remains cool and stable under the heaviest loads.


    Insertion tests

    Every port and connector is put through repeated installation cycles.


    Aging tests

    Up to 48-hour aging test ensures reliability.

    Power-consumption tests

    Checked for world-class energy efficiency.

    Temperature and DC margin tests

    Ensures that the motherboard is capable of coping with voltages fluctuations caused by varying temperatures.

    Thermal-shock tests

    Ensures ability to survive temperature changes during transportation.

    Non-operation shock tests

    Built to withstand jolts that may occur during shipping.

    Burn-in tests

    Every component is checked to ensure flawless operation.

    Installation tests

    Connector placement is double-checked to ensure hassle-free installation.

    Drop tests

    Drop tests from various heights ensure durability.

    Salt and spray tests

    Tested for I/O reliability, prolonged lifespan and rust-resistance.
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