Description
Z890 Pro-A
Pro-A series is designed for enhanced stability, durability, and efficiency, it offers reliable performance, user-friendly features and a streamlined aesthetic, making it ideal for daily computing needs.
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Optimized for stability, durability, and efficiency. It combines reliable performance, user-friendly features and streamlined style for daily computing tasks.
Performance
Optimized VRM Design
16+1+1+1+1 Power Phase Design
Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU. Plus, it offers unmatched overclocking capabilities and enhanced performance with the lowest temperature for advanced gamers as well.
Dr. MOS
Dr.MOS is the integrated power stage solution which is optimized for synchronous buck-set down voltage applications! Compared to traditional discrete MOSFETs, it intelligently delivers higher current for each phase, thus providing improved thermal result and superior performance.
2oz Copper PCB
2 ounce copper inner layers that provide stable signal traces and power shapes! Delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for overclocking.
High Speed M.2 Solution
PCIe Gen5 Blazing M.2
The Blazing M.2 accommodates the latest PCI Express 5.0 standard to perform twice the bandwidth compared to previous generation, with a breathtaking 128GB/s transfer speed, it is ready to unleash the full potential of future ultrafast SSDs.
Extreme Memory Overclocking
Derived from the “built for stable and reliable” designing concept, ASRock does not compromise on any details. This motherboards is built with high quality materials, enthusiasts are able to enjoy the boost of DDR5 memory overclocking performance by enabling the pre-tested profiles. Make sure the memory modules are Intel® XMP/AMD EXPO™ capable and overclocking can be made so affordable, satisfying and absolutely no sweat at all.
* There are certain risks involved with memory overclocking and may affect your system’s stability. Please realize that overclocking should be done at your own risk and expense. EXPO/XMP profile support may vary by different system configuration, memory modules and motherboard models. Please refer to Memory QVL for the completed support list.
DIY Friendly Design
M.2 Bottom Heatsink
The M.2 bottom heatsink is able to dissipate heat of the M.2 SSD efficiently through the motherboard PCB, maximize performance while maintaining system stability.
Cooling
Intelligent Cooling Design
Aluminum Heatsink
The first thing that catches the eye is the optimized Aluminum Heatsink Design. Heatsinks are crucial for efficient heat dissipation, especially during heavy workloads like gaming or productivity tasks. Motherboard that built with heatsinks can effectively manage thermal performance, hence ensure system stability and durability effortlessly.
Connectivity
Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C
Thunderbolt™ 4 technology brings speed and versatility to the most advanced USB Type-C, offering a fast and simple level of connection for work or home. It enables lightning-fast data transfer up to 40Gbps and connects external monitors, Thunderbolt™, and USB devices with a single Thunderbolt 4 cable.
Please refer to Intel® “What is Thunderbolt 4” page for more detail.
Front Panel USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Header
The latest USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C delivers up to 20 Gbps data transfer rate which is 2x as fast as previous generation, providing a blazing fast data transfer interface with reversible USB Type-C design that fits the connector either way.
Dragon 2.5 Gb/s LAN
The intelligent 2.5Gb/s LAN platform is built for maximum networking performance for the demanding requirements of home networking, content creators, online gamers and high-quality streaming media. Boost networking performance up to 2.5X the bandwidth compared to the standard gigabit Ethernet, you’ll enjoy the faster and uncompromised connectivity experience for gaming, file transfers and backups.
Stylish Design
POLYCHROME RGB
This motherboard features onboard RGB headers and addressable RGB headers that allow motherboard to be connected to compatible LED devices such as strip, CPU fans, coolers, chassis and so on. Users may also synchronize RGB LED devices across the Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories to create their own unique lighting effects.
*The addressable RGB LED header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V/Data/GND), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V), a max of 80 LEDs and length within 2 meters.
*The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters.
*The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters.
DIY Friendly
Reinforced Steel Slot[PCIe 5.0 Version]
The reinforced steel slot is capable of supporting PCI Express 5.0 standard. The various benefits include:
✔ Extra anchor points
✔ Stronger latch
✔ Ensure signal stability
✔ Make sure heavy graphics cards to be well-installed.
✔ Extra anchor points
✔ Stronger latch
✔ Ensure signal stability
✔ Make sure heavy graphics cards to be well-installed.
![Reinforced Steel Slot [PCIe 5.0 Version]](https://www.asrock.com/mb/features/Reinforced%20Steel%20Slot5-Refresh.jpg)
EZ Setting
No need to worry about lack of disk drive! Asrock preinstall LAN driver to ensure that you are able to install all drivers needed in an easier way than using SCD.
step1 : Install Auto Driver Installer
step1 : Install Auto Driver Installer
step2 : Update drivers needed
step3 : Done!
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Z890 Pro-A
- Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)(LGA1851)
- 16+1+1+1+1 Power Phase, Dr.MOS for VCore+GT
- 4 x DDR5 DIMMs
Supports Dual Channel, up to 9066+ (OC) - 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 2 PCIe 4.0 x4, 1 PCIe 4.0 x1, 1 M.2 Key E for WiFi
- Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C
- Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec
- 4 SATA3
1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5 x4)
2 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4)
1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4 & SATA3) - 1 Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C (Rear)
2 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (1 Rear, 1 Front),
1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear),
6 USB 3.2 Gen1 (2 Rear, 4 Front),
8 USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front) - Realtek 2.5G LAN
- Supports BIOS Flashback, Memory OC Shield, Durable Caps with 1000uF Capacitance
This model may not be sold worldwide. Please contact your local dealer for the availability of this model in your region.
Additional information
| Weight | 3 kg |
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Specification
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Unique FeatureSuperb Productivity
– PCIe Gen5 (Graphics, M.2)
– Dual Channel DDR5
– Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C Port (40 Gb/s)
Rock-Solid Durability
– 16+1+1+1+1 Power Phase, Dr. MOS for VCore+GT
– Memory OC Shield
Ultrafast Connectivity
– 2.5G LAN
EZ Update
– BIOS Flashback Button
– ASRock Auto Driver Installer
EZ Troubleshooter
– ASRock Post Status Checker -
CPU– Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) (LGA1851RL-ILM)
– Supports Intel® Hybrid Technology
– Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology
– Supports Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB)
– Supports Intel® Adaptive Boost Technology (ABT)
– Integrated NPU for dedicated AI acceleration -
Chipset– Intel® Z890
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Memory– Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
– 4 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
– Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 9066MHz+(OC)*
– Supports Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)
– Max. capacity of system memory: 256GB
– Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0x*1DPC 1R Up to 9066+ MHz (OC), 5600 MHz Natively.
1DPC 2R Up to 6800+ MHz (OC), 5600 MHz Natively.
2DPC 1R Up to 6533+ MHz (OC), 4800 MHz Natively.
2DPC 2R Up to 5600+ MHz (OC), 4400 MHz Natively. -
BIOS– 256Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
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Graphics– Intel® Xe LPG Graphics Architecture
– 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G Compatible, supports HDR, HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz
– 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC (compressed), supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 8K 60Hz / 5K 120Hz
– 1 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4, supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 8K 60Hz / 5K 120Hz** Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.
Supports two 4K displays or one 8K display
Only the CPU’s embedded graphics can be displayed through Thunderbolt™ ports.
If you want to display to a Thunderbolt™ monitor, please use CPU models with embedded graphics. -
Audio– 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)
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LAN– 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s
– Dragon RTL8125BG
– Supports Dragon 2.5G LAN Software
– Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control
– Visual User Friendly UI
– Visual Network Usage Statistics
– Optimized Default Setting for Game, Browser, and Streaming Modes
– User Customized Priority Control -
SlotsCPU:
– 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*
Chipset:
– 2 x PCIe 4.0 x4 Slots (PCIE3 and PCIE4), support x4 mode*
– 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 Slot (PCIE2)*
– 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module and Intel® CNVio/CNVio2 (Integrated WiFi/BT)* PCIE1 supports PCIe riser cards to extend one x16 slot to x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4 slots.
Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks -
StorageCPU:
– 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode*
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
Chipset:
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_4, Key M), supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) modes*
– 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors* Supports Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD)
Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks -
RAID– Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
– Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices -
USBCPU:
– 1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C (Rear)
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Rear) Chipset:
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front)
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
– 6 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (2 Rear, 4 Front)
– 8 x USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 4 Front)* All USB ports support ESD Protection -
Connector– 1 x SPI TPM Header
– 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
– 1 x RGB LED Header*
– 3 x Addressable LED Headers**
– 2 x CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)***
– 5 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)***
– 1 x AIO Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)***
– 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
– 2 x 8 pin 12V Power Connectors (Hi-Density Power Connector)
– 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
– 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
– 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
– 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (20 Gb/s)* Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip
** Support in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip
*** CPU_FAN1 supports the fan power up to 1A (12W).
CPU_FAN2, CHA_FAN1~5 and AIO_PUMP support the fan power up to 3A (36W).
CPU_FAN2, CHA_FAN1~5 and AIO_PUMP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. -
Rear Panel I/O– 2 x Antenna Mounting Points
– 1 x HDMI Port
– 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
– 1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C Port (40 Gb/s for USB4 protocol; 40Gb/s for Thunderbolt™ protocol)*
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port (20 Gb/s)
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s)
– 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports
– 4 x USB 2.0 Ports
– 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
– 1 x BIOS Flashback Button
– HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone* Supports USB PD 3.0 up to 5V@3A (15W) charging -
Software and UEFISoftware
– ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
– ASRock Dragon 2.5G LAN Software
– ASRock Polychrome SYNC*
UEFI
– ASRock EZ Mode
– ASRock Full HD UEFI
– ASRock My Favorites in UEFI
– ASRock Auto Driver Installer
– ASRock Instant Flash*These utilities can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. -
Accessories– 1 x I/O Shield
– 2 x SATA Data Cables
– 1 x Screw for M.2 Socket -
Form Factor– ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
– 2oz Copper PCB -
OS– Microsoft Windows® 11 64-bit
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Certifications– FCC, CE
– ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)
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