Asus Motherboard PRIME Z490-V

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  Intelligent Control

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  UEFI BIOS

• VRM Heatsink 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.

  

  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.

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    Power Design

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    Memory

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    Storage

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    Connectivity

  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
  • 8+1 DrMOS Power Stages

  

  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.

  

  8+1 DrMOS Power Stages

  A VRM with 8+1 DrMOS Power Stages delivers the power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors demand.

  

  Top layer – ground ring to prevent lateral interference

  ASUS OptiMem

  ASUS OptiMem preserves memory signal integrity by routing memory traces and vias to the optimal PCB layer, and our T-Topology layout ensures time-aligned signaling by balancing trace lengths between memory slots. These enhancements lead to more headroom for overclocking and improved stability, allowing memory speeds of DDR4-4400 and beyond with all slots populated

  

   

  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.

  • USB 3.2 Gen 2

  • Thunderbolt™ 3 Support

  

  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.

  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.

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    Audio

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    Personalization

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    DIY Friendly

  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.

  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.

  •  Breathing
  •  Strobing
  •  Rainbow
  •  Color Cycle
  •  Starry Night
  •  Music Effect
  •  Smart
  • Static

  

   

  Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header

  The addressable Gen 2 RGB headers 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 headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.

  

• SafeSlot Core

  Fortified PCIe slot prevents damage

  SafeSlot Core is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe slot. Featuring a fortified design that’s anchored to the motherboard by a special hook, Safeslot Core provides 1.6x stronger retention and 1.3x greater shearing resistance than standard expansion slots.

  

  ASUS Prime motherboards have strengthened solder points around both the PCIe and DIMM pins.

  

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.

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.