Description
- Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 12th Gen Intel Core processors, support PCIe 5.0 and DDR4 and out of box Windows 11 ready
- Enhanced Power Solution: 10+1 DrMOS, ProCool sockets, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
- Comprehensive Cooling: Large VRM heatsink, flexible M.2 heatsink, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4
- Next Gen Connectivity: PCIe 5.0, Intel 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, front panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connector, Thunderbolt 4 header support
- Boosted Memory Performance: ASUS OptiMem II proprietary trace layout allows memory kits to operate at higher frequencies with lower voltages to maximize system performance
- PC DIY Friendly: PCIe 5.0 Safeslot, Q-LED Code
- All ASUS Z690 Motherboards designed with dual mounting holes compatible with both Intel LGA1700 and LGA1200 cooling brackets
Don't forget your OS, we have Windows 11 OEM, 10 OEM, Download, and USB versions available.
Intel® Z690 (LGA 1700) mATX motherboard with PCIe® 5.0, three M.2 slots, 10+1 DrMOS, DDR4, HDMI®, DisplayPort™, Intel® 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®, front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®, Thunderbolt™ 4 header and Aura Sync RGB lighting
- Intel® LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 12th gen Intel® processors
- Enhanced power solution: 10+1 DrMOS, 4-pin+8-pin ProCool connector, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
- Comprehensive cooling: Large 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
- Next-gen connectivity: DDR4, PCIe® 5.0, Intel® 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®, front panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®, Thunderbolt™ 4 header
ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 12th Generation Intel® processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime Z690M-Plus D4 provides users and PC DIY builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.
Performance
- Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
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Expansion slots
- 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot
- 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16
- 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1
- 10+1 DrMOS
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4 x DIMM
- DDR4 5333 (OC)
- Dual Channel
- OptiMem II
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3 x M.2 slots
- 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
- 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
- 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)
Cooling
- CPU fan headers
- VRM heatsinks
- CHA fan header
- AIO pump header
- CHA fan header
- Chipset heatsink
- CHA fan header
Personalization
- 2 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 headers
- 1 x AURA RGB header
- 1 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 header
Connectivity
- 2 x USB 2.0 ports (Type-A)
- HDMI port
- DisplayPort
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port (Type-A)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
(4 x Type-A) - Intel® 1 Gb Ethernet
- 3 x Audio Jacks
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® Connector
- Thunderbolt™ header
- 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s
- 2 x USB 2.0 headers
FLEXIBILITY 
Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime Z690 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance tweaks to perfectly match the way you work to maximize 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.
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.Advanced 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, for a subdued aesthetic touch.
COOLING
Prime Z690 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 High-quality Thermal Pads
Two massive VRM heatsinks and high-quality thermal pads improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance.Cooler by Design
Prime Z690 series features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 4 software or via the UEFI BIOS.
PERFORMANCE
Prime Z690 series is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 12th Generation Intel® processors. ASUS Z690 motherboards provide 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
Stable power is essential to extract every last bit of performance out of 12th Generation Intel processors. Prime Z690M-Plus D4 is geared to cater to the demands of these high-core-count CPUs.
10+1 DrMOS
A VRM with 10+1 DrMOS delivers the power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors demand.Memory
DDR4 5333 (OC)
Improvements to trace routing design provide the latest Intel processors with enhanced access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce path distance, and it adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.
Storage
Three M.2 slots (up to 64 Gbps)
Prime Z690M-Plus D4 offers a total of three M.2 slots that support data-transfer speeds of up to 64 Gbps via PCIe® 4.0, 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
Intel® 1 Gb Ethernet
Intel® Ethernet Connection I219-V reduces CPU overhead and offers exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput for faster, smoother data transfer.Lower CPU workload High TCP and UDP throughput
CUSTOMIZATION
Prime Z690 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
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 Audio 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 and devices 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
Dark
Adaptive Color
Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
Three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers are 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.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 an ever-growing number of ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and news to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.
DIY Friendly
Q-LED Core
The Q-LED Core display produces light patterns by power LED during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) that can help users troubleshoot potential issues.
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No DRAM Detected
Fast blinking4 Hz (0.25 s)
No VGA Detected
Slow blinking1/2 Hz (2 s)
No Boot Device Detected
Very slow blinking1/8 Hz (8 s)
Installation Completed
Solid light
SafeSlot
PCIe® 5.0 is 2x faster than PCIe® 4.0, so we adapted our SMT manufacturing process for the faster SafeSlot, to ensure the highest data speeds. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe® slot to keep a card firmly installed.
LANGuard
Pumped-up throughput 2.5X higher surge toleranceASUS 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.
Overvoltage Protection
World-class circuit-protecting power designAn 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 preventionOnboard 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 durabilityCorrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a lifespan that's three times longer than ordinary panels.
1000+
Compatible devices and components
The Prime Z690 series provides superior compatibility with thousands of components and our memory support list identifies memory compatibility, giving you more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences.8000+
Validation hours
Every ASUS motherboard 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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ASUS is a multinational company known for the world’s best motherboards, PCs, monitors, graphics cards and routers, and is ranked by Laptop Mag as the best laptop brand in 2020. Along with an expanding range of superior gaming, content-creation and AIoT solutions, ASUS leads the industry through cutting-edge design and innovations made to create the most ubiquitous, intelligent, heartfelt and joyful smart life for everyone. With a global workforce that includes more than 5,000 R&D professionals, ASUS is driven to become the world’s most admired innovative leading technology enterprise. Inspired by the In Search of Incredible brand spirit, ASUS won more than 11 awards every day in 2020 and ranks as one of Forbes’ World’s Best Regarded Companies and Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies.
About ROG
Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, desktops, monitors, audio equipment, routers and peripherals. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world.
© 2021 ASUS Computer International. All Rights Reserved. ASUS is a registered trademark of ASUSTeK Computer. All specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers on selected models. Products may not be available in all markets. Product may not be exactly as shown in photos. Actual colors may differ from their appearance due to variation of monitor restrictions and color processing. All trademarks are registered to their respective companies. ASUS shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
ASUS is a multinational company known for the world’s best motherboards, PCs, monitors, graphics cards and routers, and is ranked by Laptop Mag as the best laptop brand in 2020. Along with an expanding range of superior gaming, content-creation and AIoT solutions, ASUS leads the industry through cutting-edge design and innovations made to create the most ubiquitous, intelligent, heartfelt and joyful smart life for everyone. With a global workforce that includes more than 5,000 R&D professionals, ASUS is driven to become the world’s most admired innovative leading technology enterprise. Inspired by the In Search of Incredible brand spirit, ASUS won more than 11 awards every day in 2020 and ranks as one of Forbes’ World’s Best Regarded Companies and Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies.
About ROG
Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, desktops, monitors, audio equipment, routers and peripherals. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world.
© 2021 ASUS Computer International. All Rights Reserved. ASUS is a registered trademark of ASUSTeK Computer. All specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers on selected models. Products may not be available in all markets. Product may not be exactly as shown in photos. Actual colors may differ from their appearance due to variation of monitor restrictions and color processing. All trademarks are registered to their respective companies. ASUS shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
General Information
| Manufacturer | ASUS Computer International |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 |
| Manufacturer Website Address | http://usa.asus.com |
| Brand Name | Asus |
| Product Line | Prime |
| Product Model | Z690M-PLUS D4 |
| Product Name | Prime Z690M-PLUS D4 Desktop Motherboard |
| Product Type | Desktop Motherboard |
| UPC | 195553466059 |
| Chipset Manufacturer | Intel |
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| HDMI | Yes |
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| Total Number of USB Ports | 8 |
| Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports | 4 |
| Width | 9.6" |
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| Depth | 9.6" |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
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