Asus Prime Z390-A Intel Z390 LGA 1151 DDR4 ATX Intel Motherboard

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  • Designed for 9th and 8th generation Intel Core processors to maximize connectivity and speed with M.2, USB 3.1 Gen2 and ASUS Optimum II for better DRAM overclocking stability
  • Revamped 5-Way Optimization that has the intelligence to overclock a CPU based on smart prediction and thermal telemetry
  • 5X Protection III Hardware-level safeguards with Safe Slot Core, LAN Guard, Over voltage Protection provide longevity, reliability. FanXpert 4 delivers advanced fan control for dynamic system cooling
  • Patent-pending Safe Slot Core fortified PCIe slots prevent damage caused by heavyweight GPUs
  • 8-channel HD Gaming Audio featuring Realtek ALC887 high definition audio codec

  • $232.38
 
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  Intel Socket 1151 for Intel Core 9000 series, 8th Generation Core i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium and Celeron processors Intel Socket 1151 for Intel Core 9000 series, 8th Generation Core i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium and Celeron processors Intel Socket 1151 for Intel Core 9000 series, 8th Generation Core i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium and Celeron processors Intel Socket 1151 for Intel Core 9000 series, 8th Generation Core i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium and Celeron processors Intel Socket 1151 for Intel Core 9000 series, 8th Generation Core i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium and Celeron processors Intel Socket 1151 for 8th Generation Core Pentium/Celeron Processors
  Intel Z390 Chipset Intel Z390 Chipset Intel Z390 Chipset Intel Z390 Chipset Intel Z390 Chipset Intel Z390 Chipset
  4 / 64 GB DDR4 4133+ MHz(O.C.) 4 / 64 GB DDR4 4400+ MHz(O.C.) 4 / 64 GB DDR4 4400+ MHz(O.C.) 4 / 64 GB DDR4 4266+ MHz (O.C.) 4 / 64 GB DDR4 4133+ MHz(O.C.) 4 / 64 GB DDR4 4266+ MHz (O.C.)
  2 @ x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4+x4 "1 max @ x4" 2 @ x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4+x4 "1 max @ x4" 2 @ x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4+x4 "1 max @ x4" 2 @ x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4+x4 "1 max @ x4" 2 @ x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4+x4 "1 max @ x4" 2 @ x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4+x4 "1 max @ x4"
  HDMI HDMI HDMI/DP HDMI/DP HDMI/DP HDMI/DVI-D ports 
  SupremeFX S1220A SupremeFX S1220A SupremeFX S1220A SupremeFX S1220A Realtek S1200A 8-channel high definition audio Realtek ALC S1220A featuring Crystal Sound 3
  1 x M.2 2242-22110(PCIE3.0 x 4 + SATA) "1 x M.2 2242-2280 (PCIe 3.0 x 4)" 1 x M.2 2242-22110(PCIE3.0 x 4 + SATA) "1 x M.2 2242-2280 (PCIe 3.0 x 4)" 1 x M.2 2242-22110(PCIE3.0 x 4 + SATA) "1 x M.2 2242-2280 (PCIe 3.0 x 4)" 1 x M.2 2242-22110(PCIE3.0 x 4 + SATA) "1 x M.2 2242-2280 (PCIe 3.0 x 4)" 1 x M.2 2242-22110(PCIE3.0 x 4 + SATA) "1 x M.2 2242-2280 (PCIe 3.0 x 4)" 1 x M.2 2242-22110(PCIE3.0 x 4 + SATA) "1 x M.2 2242-2280 (PCIe 3.0 x 4)"
  2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11ac 2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11ac 2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11ac 2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11ac Intel I219-V Intel I219-V
  Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
  ATX ATX ATX ATX ATX ATX

Model

Brand
ASUS
Model
Prime Z390-A

Supported CPU

CPU Socket Type
LGA 1151 (300 Series)
CPU Type
Intel Socket 1151 for 9th/8th Generation Intel Core / Pentium/Celeron Processors 
* Not backward compatible with older generation of LGA 1151 CPUs
** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list
Supported CPU Technologies
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0*
* The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.

Chipsets

Chipset
Intel Z390

Onboard Video

Onboard Video Chipset
Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel HD Graphics support 
Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DVI-D ports 
- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz
- Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz
Maximum shared memory of 1024MB (for iGPU exclusively)
Supports Intel InTru 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider

Memory

Number of Memory Slots
4×288pin
Memory Standard
DDR4 4266(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/ 4000(O.C.)/ 3866(O.C.)/ 3733(O.C.)/ 3600(O.C.)/ 3466(O.C.)/ 3400(O.C.)/ 3333(O.C.)/ 3300(O.C.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 
* The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor
** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List)
Maximum Memory Supported
64GB
Channel Supported
Dual Channel

Expansion Slots

PCI Express 3.0 x16
2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16, x8/x8, x8/x4+x4*, x8+x4+x4/x0**) ***
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (max at x4 mode) ****
* For 2 SSD on CPU support, install a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately) into the PCIeX16_2 slot, enable this card under BIOS settings.
** For 3 SSD on CPU support, install a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately) into the PCIeX16_1 slot, enable this card under BIOS settings.
*** PCIEX16_1 slot supports up to 3 Intel PCIe NVME SSDs via a Hyper M.2 X16 series Card. *****
**** The PCIe x16_3 slot shares bandwidth with SATA_5 and SATA_6. The PCIe x16_3 is default set at x2 mode. 
***** Hyper M.2 X16 series card sold separately. Install a Hyper M.2 X16 series card and enable this card under BIOS settings.
PCI Express x1
3 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots

Storage Devices

SATA 6Gb/s
6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), gray
M.2
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x4 mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x4 mode)*
* The M.2_1 socket shares bandwidth with SATA_2 port when using M.2 SATA devices. Adjust BIOS settings to use a SATA device.
Intel Optane Ready
Yes
SATA RAID
0/1/5/10

Onboard Audio

Audio Chipset
Realtek ALC S1220A High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3
Audio Channels
8 Channels

Onboard LAN

LAN Chipset
Intel I219-V
Max LAN Speed
10/100/1000Mbps

Rear Panel Ports

PS/2
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
HDMI
1 x HDMI
RJ45
1 x RJ45
DisplayPort
1 x DisplayPort
USB 3.1
2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 ports [blue]
4 x USB 3.1 Gen2 ports (3 x Type-A [teal blue] and 1 x Type-C ports)
USB 1.1/2.0
2 x USB 2.0
S/PDIF Out
1 x Optical
Audio Ports
5 Ports

Internal I/O Connectors

Onboard USB
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 front panel Type-C connector
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) 
3 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 6 USB 2.0 port(s)
Other Connectors
2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers
1 x TPM header
1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4-pin)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) (1 x 4-pin)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (2 x 4-pin)
1 x AIO_PUMP connector (1 x 4-pin)
1 x W_PUMP+ connector 
1 x Thunderbolt header (5-pin) for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector)
1 x MemOK! II switch(es)
1 x CPU OV
1 x Power-on button(s)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x Node Connector(s)
1 x EXT_Fan header
1 x Thermal sensor connector
1 x M.2 Fan Header

Physical Spec

Form Factor
ATX
LED Lighting
RGB
Dimensions (W x L)
12.0" x 9.6"
Power Pin
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)

Features

Features
Multi-GPU Support:
Supports NVIDIA 2-Way SLI Technology 
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX Technology

Special Features:
5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5
- 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo Core App
- Procool Power connector design
TPU
- Auto Tuning, TPU, GPU Boost
Fan Xpert4
- Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control
ASUS 5X Protection III:
- ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage
- ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges!
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability!
ASUS Optimem II:
- Improved DDR4 Stability
ASUS EPU:
- EPU 
ASUS Exclusive Features:
- MemOK! II
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger 
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution & MOS Heatsink 
- ASUS Fan Xpert 4
ASUS EZ DIY:
- ASUS O.C. Tuner
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 
- ASUS EZ Flash 3 
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
ASUS Q-Design:
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM 
- ASUS Q-Connector
AURA: RGB Lighting Control
Turbo APP
- featuring system performance tuning for selected applications
M.2 Onboard (The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds)

BIOS:
128MB Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 AI OC Guide, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F9 Search, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information

Manageability:
WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE

Support Disc:
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS EZ Update 
Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Operating System:
Windows 10 64-bit

Packaging

Package Contents
Accessories:
User's manual
ASUS Q-Shield
3 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x M.2 Screw Package
1 x SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-M)
1 x Q-Connector
1 x SCD 
1 x CPU Fan Holder
  • Chipset
    Intel Z390
  • CPU Socket Type
    LGA 1151
  • Form Factor
    ATX
  • Manufacturer
    Asus
  • Weight
    1.0115 kg
  • SKU
    ASUS PRIME Z390-A

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