- Experience responsive performance, power and adaptability with the compatible Intel Celeron processor
- DDR5 SDRAM slot for convenient installation of memory
- RAID supported levels provide data reliability and fault tolerance
- Enjoy the freedom of wireless connectivity and get the devices connected faster with IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax wireless standard support
- HDMI interface enables the user to experience a fantastic sound/video quality at the expense of a single cable
- Retrieve a significant number of PCI slots, expansion slots, and peripheral ports that have an enhanced heat dissipation capability with the ATX desktop motherboard
- With 2 USB 2.0 ports, transfer several documents without error
Marketing Information: Intel® Z690 ATX motherboard with 20+1 power stages, DDR5, Five M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector, Dual Thunderbolt™ 4, PCIe® 5.0, Onboard WiFi 6E and Aura Sync RGB lighting
- Socket LGA 1700 for 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors
- Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive tools including AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation for easy configuration
- Robust Power Solution: 20+1 teamed power stages rated for 90 A, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors
- Optimized Thermal Design: Large VRM heatsinks plus integrated aluminum I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pad, triple M.2 heatsinks and two M.2 backplates, plus ROG Water-Cooling Zone and ROG Hyper M.2 card with heatsinks.
- High-Performance Networking: Onboard WiFi 6E, Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet, and ASUS LANGaurd.
- Fastest Gaming Connectivity: PCIe® 5.0, dual Gen 4 M.2 onboard, ROG Hyper M.2 card with Gen 5 M.2 support, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector, dual Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB Type-C® ports).
- Industry-Leading Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 with ESS® ES9018Q2C DAC for pinpoint positioning and dynamics
- Unmatched Personalization: I/O cover with Polymo Lighting, ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including one RGB header and three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
- DIY-Friendly Design: Pre-mounted I/O shield, PCIe Slot Q-Release, BIOS FlashBack™, Q-Code, FlexKey, Q-Connector, M.2 Q-Latch, SafeSlot, ROG Hyper M.2 card and ROG Graphics Card Holder
- Renowned Software: Bundled 1year AIDA64 Extreme subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86
ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO
The ROG Maximus Z690 Hero is a quintessential strand of the Republic of Gamers DNA, replete with high-octane components to satisfy users who seek an introduction to the enthusiast-grade Maximus line. Its arsenal of cooling, power delivery and connectivity stands ready to handle whatever the latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors throw at it. And with its new animated Polymo lighting display on the I/O cover that dazzles with vibrant RGB logos and patterns, the ROG Maximus Z690 Hero has the looks to match its leverage.
INTELLIGENT MOTHERBOARD
Intelligent software solutions help ensure that your system performs at its best. The latest ASUS AI-powered enhancements span four pillars of performance, including overclocking, cooling, networking and onboard audio, making advanced tweaks and optimization accessible to new recruits and savvy PC DIY veterans alike.
Chipset Manufacturer: IntelTotal Processor Supported: 1Processor Socket: Socket LGA-1700Processor Generation Supported: 12th GenProcessor Supported: - Pentium Gold
- Celeron
- Core i5
- Core i7
- Core i9
Number of Memory Slots: 4Memory Form Factor: Maximum Memory Supported: 128 GBMemory Speed Supported: - 6400 MHz
- 6200 MHz
- 6000 MHz
- 5800 MHz
- 5600 MHz
- 5400 MHz
- 5200 MHz
- 5000 MHz
- 4800 MHz
Memory Technology: DDR5 SDRAMIntel Optane Memory Ready: YesController Type: Serial ATA/600Intel RST: YesRAID Supported: YesRAID Levels: Onboard Video: CPU Dependent VideoAudio Channels: 7.1Bluetooth: Yes2.5Gigabit Ethernet: YesWireless LAN: YesWireless LAN Standard: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/axNumber of Total Expansion Slots: 3Total Number of PCI Express Slots: 3Number of PCI Express x16 Slots: 3Total Number of USB Ports: 9Number of USB 2.0 Ports: 2Number of USB 3.2 Ports: 1Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports: 6S/PDIF: YesHDMI: YesNumber of Network (RJ-45) Ports: 1Number of Thunderbolt 4 Ports: 2Number of SATA Interfaces: 6Number of M.2 Interfaces: 3Total Number of Onboard USB Ports: 9Number of Onboard USB 2.0 Ports: 4Number of Onboard USB 3.2 Ports: 5Form Factor: ATXWidth: 12.01" (305 mm)Depth: 9.61" (244 mm)Package Contents: - Maximus Z690 Hero Desktop Motherboard
- 1 x ARGB RGB Extension Cable
- 1 x RGB Extension Cable
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s Cables
- 1 x ROG Hyper M.2 Card with Heatsink
- 2 x M.2 Screw Packages for ROG Hyper M.2 Card
- 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Moving Antennas
- 1 x M.2 Q-Latch Package
- 2 x M.2 Q-Latch Packages for M.2 Backplate
- 1 x M.2 Rubber Package
- 1 x Q-Connector
- 1 x ROG Graphics Card Holder
- 1 x ROG Stickers
- 1 x ROG Key Chain
- 1 x ROG Thank You Card
- 1 x USB Drive with Utilities and Drivers
- 1 x User Guide
Environmentally Friendly: YesEnvironmental Certification: RoHSLimited Warranty: 3 Year
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SpecificationsManufacturer: ASUS Computer International
Manufacturer Part Number: ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO
Manufacturer Website Address: http://www.asus.com
Brand Name: Asus ROG
Product Line: Maximus Z690 Hero
Product Name: Maximus Z690 Hero Desktop Motherboard
Product Type: Desktop Motherboard
Processor & ChipsetChipset Manufacturer: Intel
Total Processor Supported: 1
Processor Socket: Socket LGA-1700
Processor Generation Supported: 12th Gen
Processor Supported:
- Pentium Gold
- Celeron
- Core i5
- Core i7
- Core i9
MemoryNumber of Memory Slots: 4
Memory Form Factor:
Maximum Memory Supported: 128 GB
Memory Speed Supported:
- 6400 MHz
- 6200 MHz
- 6000 MHz
- 5800 MHz
- 5600 MHz
- 5400 MHz
- 5200 MHz
- 5000 MHz
- 4800 MHz
Memory Technology: DDR5 SDRAM
Intel Optane Memory Ready: Yes
I/O ControllerController Type: Serial ATA/600
Intel RST: Yes
RAID Supported: Yes
RAID Levels:
VideoOnboard Video: CPU Dependent Video
AudioAudio Channels: 7.1
Network & CommunicationBluetooth: Yes
2.5Gigabit Ethernet: Yes
Wireless LAN: Yes
Wireless LAN Standard: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
I/O ExpansionsNumber of Total Expansion Slots: 3
Total Number of PCI Express Slots: 3
Number of PCI Express x16 Slots: 3
Interfaces/PortsTotal Number of USB Ports: 9
Number of USB 2.0 Ports: 2
Number of USB 3.2 Ports: 1
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports: 6
S/PDIF: Yes
HDMI: Yes
Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports: 1
Number of Thunderbolt 4 Ports: 2
Onboard InterfacesNumber of SATA Interfaces: 6
Number of M.2 Interfaces: 3
Total Number of Onboard USB Ports: 9
Number of Onboard USB 2.0 Ports: 4
Number of Onboard USB 3.2 Ports: 5
Physical CharacteristicsForm Factor: ATX
Width: 12.01" (305 mm)
Depth: 9.61" (244 mm)
MiscellaneousPackage Contents:
- Maximus Z690 Hero Desktop Motherboard
- 1 x ARGB RGB Extension Cable
- 1 x RGB Extension Cable
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s Cables
- 1 x ROG Hyper M.2 Card with Heatsink
- 2 x M.2 Screw Packages for ROG Hyper M.2 Card
- 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Moving Antennas
- 1 x M.2 Q-Latch Package
- 2 x M.2 Q-Latch Packages for M.2 Backplate
- 1 x M.2 Rubber Package
- 1 x Q-Connector
- 1 x ROG Graphics Card Holder
- 1 x ROG Stickers
- 1 x ROG Key Chain
- 1 x ROG Thank You Card
- 1 x USB Drive with Utilities and Drivers
- 1 x User Guide
Environmentally Friendly: Yes
Environmental Certification: RoHS
WarrantyLimited Warranty: 3 Year
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