Asus PRIME Z490-A motherboard

About Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard Product Description

About Asus Prime Intel Motherboard

Features 8+1 DrMOS power stages, ProCool connector, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery. Features Dual M2, 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3. 2 Gen 2 Type-A and Thunderbolt 3 support.

PRIME Z490M-PLUS :- Intel Z490 (LGA 1200) micro ATX motherboard with dual M.2, 9 DrMos power stages, HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, SATA 6 Gbps, Intel 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C

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.

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.

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.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A & Type-C :- Numerous USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including a USB Type-A and a Type-C connectors with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity for compatible cases.

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.

About Asus Intel Motherboard

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.

The Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard provide daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.

Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series.

The Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel 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.

The Energy Processing Unit in the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard automatically optimizes power consumptions and maximizes energy savings with away mode.

The Fan Xpert 4 software provides comprehensive control over fans and All-in-One (AiO) Coolers. Whether cooling with water or with air, an Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click.

The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS in the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard 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.

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.

The Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.

Two massive VRM heatsinks with underneath thermal pads in the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance.

The Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 4 software or via the UEFI BIOS.

Each header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors.

Fan Xpert 4 in the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.

A dedicated integrated circuit in the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard protects each fan header from overheating and overcurrent.

The Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 10th Generation Intel Core processors.

A Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel 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.

Stable power is essential to extract every last bit of performance out of 10th Generation Intel Core processors.

Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard is geared to cater to the demands of these high-core count CPUs.

Proprietary connectors augment in the Asus Prime Z490-P ATX Intel Motherboard 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.

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

The Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard 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.

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.

A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic.

ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control in the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard 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.

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 in the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard 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 in the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard even features dedicated product registration and highlight to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.

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 in the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard 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.

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.

Short-circuit damage prevention

Onboard the Asus PRIME Z490-A ATX Intel Motherboard, 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.

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.