ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF
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The True Cable-Free Masterpiece: ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF
The ROG Maximus Z890 Hero BTF features hidden connectors for motherboard power, graphics card power, USB ports and fan cables, enabling an ultra-clean build for your Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) rig. Like the standard Z890 Hero, it also boasts ASUS-exclusive AI-enhanced tuning, DIY-friendly innovations, PCIe 5.0, and DDR5 slots with NitroPath DRAM Technology that enables advanced memory overclocking headroom and stability. Meanwhile, Polymo Lighting II elevates your overall system aesthetic.
⭐ Highlights
⭐ Highlights
Hidden-Connector BTF Design | GPU High-Power Slot (600W) | Triple PCIe 5.0 M.2 & Six Total | Dual Thunderbolt 4 Ports | 22+1+2+2 Phase Power & WiFi 7
⚙️ Specifications
⚙️ Specifications
Motherboard Socket Type: LGA 1851 (Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors, Series 2)
Motherboard Chipset: Intel Z890
Motherboard Form Factor: ATX (12.0 x 9.6 inches / 30.5 x 24.4 cm)
Motherboard RAM Type Speed: DDR5-9200+ (OC)
Motherboard RAM Slots: 4 x DIMM Slots
Motherboard Max RAM Capacity: 256 GB
Motherboard PCIe Slot Primary: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (Features a High-Power Slot for BTF GPUs)
Motherboard M.2 Slots: 6 x M.2 Slots (3 x PCIe 5.0 x4, 3 x PCIe 4.0 x4)
Motherboard SATA Ports: 4 x SATA 6Gb/s Ports
Motherboard Rear USB Ports: 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), 5 x USB 10Gbps (4 x Type-A + 1 x Type-C), 4 x USB 5Gbps (Type-A)
Motherboard Networking: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, Dual Ethernet (1 x 5GbE, 1 x 2.5GbE)
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The POST-Check Protocol
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Standoff Installation
Action: Must ensure metal standoffs are installed in the case for every screw hole on the motherboard and only those holes. Why: Standoffs lift the motherboard away from the metal case, preventing a fatal electrical short that will destroy the board when powered on.
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The I/O Shield
Action: If your motherboard doesn't have an integrated I/O shield, install the separate shield into the case before mounting the motherboard. Why: Forgetting the shield means you must unscrew and remove the entire motherboard later, which is a massive waste of time.
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Pre-Install Components
Action: For ease of assembly, install the CPU, CPU Cooler mounting brackets, RAM, and M.2 SSDs onto the motherboard before placing it in the case. Why: Working outside the case avoids cramped spaces and makes critical installations (like the CPU cooler backplate) far simpler.
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Front Panel Headers
Action: Consult the motherboard manual and use the tiny front panel connectors (for Power/Reset buttons and LEDs) before installing the GPU, or buy a front panel header block to connect them as one piece. Why: These tiny pins are difficult to access once the large GPU is in place, and incorrect wiring means your power button won't work.
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The Power Duo
Action: Ensure both the large 24-pin ATX power cable and the 8-pin (or 4+4 pin) CPU power cable are firmly clicked into the motherboard. Why: The 24-pin powers the board, but the 8-pin is the dedicated line for the CPU; skipping the latter means the system will not boot.
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RAM Seating
Action: Press the RAM sticks firmly into the correct dual-channel slots (check the manual for slot numbering, usually A2/B2) until the latches at both ends click securely. Why: Improperly seated RAM is the most frequent cause of a new PC failing to POST (power on self-test).