ASUS PRIME Z790-P WIFI Motherboard Quick Start Guide

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing and setting up your ASUS PRIME Z790-P WIFI motherboard.

Motherboard Layout

The motherboard features various connectors and slots for components. Key areas include:

• CPU Socket (LGA1700)
• DDR5 DIMM slots (DIMM_A1, DIMM_A2, DIMM_B1, DIMM_B2)
• M.2 slots (M.2_1, M.2_2, M.2_3) for storage, including one for WIFI
• PCIe slots (PCIEX16, PCIEX16(G4)_1, PCIEX16(G4)_2, PCIEX16(G4)_3, PCIEX1(G3)) for expansion cards
• ATX power connectors (ATX_PWR, ATX_12V_2, ATX_12V_1)
• System panel connectors (PANEL)
• Fan headers (CPU_FAN, AIO_PUMP, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3)
• USB headers (U32G1_910, U32G2X2_C1, U32G2_3, U32G2_C4, U32G1_56, USB_E12, USB_E34)
• SATA connectors (SATA6G_1, SATA6G_2, SATA6G_3, SATA6G_4)
• Other headers like RGB_HEADER1, RGB_HEADER2, ADD_GEN 2_1, ADD_GEN 2_2, ADD_GEN 2_3, TB_HEADER, COM, COM_DEBUG, SPDIF_OUT, AAFP
• BIOS chip
• TPM header
• Audio Codec
• Super I/O chip
• Battery slot

Installation Steps

Step 1: Install the CPU

Carefully align the CPU with the socket and lower the retention arm.

Step 2: Install the CPU fan

Mount the CPU cooler according to its specific instructions.

Step 3: Install memory modules

Open the clips on the DIMM slots, align the memory module notch with the slot key, and press down firmly until the clips lock into place.

Step 4: Install storage devices

Install M.2 SSDs into the designated M.2 slots. Refer to the user guide for specific M.2 installation details.

Step 5: Install expansion card(s)

Open the retention clip on the appropriate PCIe slot, align the expansion card with the slot, and press down firmly until it is seated.

Step 6: Install the system panel connector

Connect the system panel connectors (power switch, reset switch, HDD LED, power LED) to the corresponding pins on the motherboard.

Step 7: Install ATX power connectors

Connect the 24-pin ATX power connector and the 8-pin or 4+4 pin ATX 12V power connector to the motherboard.

Step 8: Connect input/output devices

Connect your monitor (HDMI/DisplayPort), keyboard, mouse, Ethernet cable, and other peripherals to the rear I/O panel.

Step 9: Power on the system and install operating system and drivers

Connect the power cord, turn on the system, and proceed to install your operating system and necessary drivers.

Important Notices

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