ROG Maximus Z790 Hero BTF
  
   
  
  ROG Maximus Z790 Hero BTF is the first ROG motherboard with a hidden-connector design and graphics card high-power slot that delivers up to 600 watts of power for BTF graphics cards through the motherboard, providing an unprecedented level of cable management to PC DIY enthusiasts. It also boasts robust cooling, WiFi 7 and ample PCIe® 5.0 slots for unmatched performance, plus full compatibility with 14th Gen Intel® Core™ processors.
  
   
  
  
  Hidden-Connector Design - For clean cable management
  
  Graphics Card High-Power Slot - Delivering up to 600 watts through the motherboard
  
  DIY-Friendly Design
  
  PCIe 5.0 - x1 onboard M.2 slot, and x1 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
  
  DDR5 - Max. 192GB, DIMM FLEX, AEMP II
  
  WiFi 7
  
  AI Overclocking - Effortless performance boost
  
  AI Cooling II - One-click fan tuning
  
  20+1+2 Power Stages - Teamed Power Solution
  
  Polymo Lighting
  
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  
  Advanced BTF Design
  
   
  
  With the combination of a BTF graphics card, motherboard and chassis, you can enjoy a full hidden-connector experience. This Advanced BTF approach is achieved through the new graphics card high-power slot available on BTF motherboards, which can deliver up to 600 watts to BTF graphics cards. With a full set of BTF components, builders can eliminate visible cables for an extra-clean aesthetic.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Hidden-Connector Design
  
   
  
  The hidden-connector design can be ideal for first-time builders, because it provides easier cable management. The absence of visible cables also creates a clean and tidy look that would normally require an expert.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Graphics Card High-Power Slot
  
   
  
  The graphics card high-power slot stands ready to supply all the wattage that a BTF graphics card needs. This special design can deliver up to 600 watts through the motherboard itself, eliminating the need for visible 8-pin or 16-pin power cables on the front.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim
  
   
  
  With PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before. Users will no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  M.2 Q-Latch
  
   
  
  The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly eliminate traditional screws.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Q-Antenna
  
   
  
  With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Q-Code
  
   
  
  The on-board LED panel shows 2-digit diagnostic codes, providing a valuable reference for troubleshooting common boot problems and hardware issues.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Q-LED
  
   
  
  Q-LED is a set of troubleshooting lights to give PC builders quick indicators to confirm that key components CPU, RAM, graphics card, storage devices are functioning normally during startup. Q-LED can also alert them when memory modules have not been properly installed--even before attempting to boot a newly built PC.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  BIOS Flashback
  
   
  
  BIOS FlashBack is a safe and simple way to update an ASUS BIOS. Just drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Clear CMOS
  
   
  
  The Clear CMOS button quickly resets BIOS settings to factory default. It can also be used to reboot the PC if incorrect BIOS settings have been selected.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  AI Overclocking
  
   
  
  Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. Predicted values can be engaged automatically or used as a launching ground for further experimentation.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Differential Sensing
  
   
  
  Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing tapped from a location that isn't ideal, leading to a large disparity between the actual voltage fed to the CPU and the value reported to software. The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero BTF features a differential-sensing circuit and delicate IC that simplify overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Cooler By Design
  
   
  
  The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero BTF features an upgraded cooling solution.
  
   
  
  VRM and aluminum I/O heatsink
  
  A VRM heatsink on the MOSFETs and chokes is connected to the aluminum I/O cover via an embedded heatpipe to increase mass and surface area for dissipation.
  
   
  
  M.2 heatsinks and backplates
  
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