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BIOS
Version 4601
13.32 MB
2026/09/29
SHA-256 :65CE92576D04B813AFCD91DCCAC9BAC469265FB493065767E3B95DD25629167F

"1.Improved security and updated Intel ME Firmware (v16.1.40.2765)
Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.40.2765. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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Version 4505
13.32 MB
2025/12/15
SHA-256 :4AE9B7D633318CAD66E0CBCEB0B03F53DCD7519055F1EBA182B077676BD518C3

"1.Enhance overall system security.
2.Update the ME Firmware version to 16.1.38.2676.

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.38.2676. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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Version 4301
13.3 MB
2025/05/26
SHA-256 :62AAD58D6BA4E8C5B8B3F26B11CD210752B527E9895AE174325A807269D71D15

"1.Update the Intel microcode to version 0x12F to further improve system conditions that may contribute to Vmin Shift instability in Intel 13th and 14th Gen systems.

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.35.2557. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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Version 4101
13.21 MB
2025/01/14
SHA-256 :B0C2400B326A2178BAFC61AECB3EA9D4476F53D08F74438743199A3CD2C98800

"1.Enhanced system performance, stability and allowed the C1E power state to be disabled.

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.32.2473. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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Version 4001
13.21 MB
2024/10/30

"1.Updated with Intel microcode 0x12B to address elevated voltage requests during idle or light activity, further mitigating Vmin Shift instability issues.
2.The option to disable C1E in the BIOS has been removed to ensure it remains enabled, reducing processor stress and maintaining stability per Intel's recommendation.

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.32.2473. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 3802
Version 3802
13.27 MB
2024/08/09

"1.The new BIOS includes Intel microcode 0x129 to enhance the stability of Intel Core 13th and 14th Gen processors.
2.The factory default settings are set to Intel Default Settings, which now include non-K processors (the K series were already included in previous versions).

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 3701
Version 3701
13.21 MB
2024/07/17

"Updated with microcode 0x125 to ensure eTVB operates within Intel specifications

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 3603
Version 3603
13.21 MB
2024/05/31

"1. Introduce the ""Performance Preferences"" with options for Intel Default Settings (Performance/Extreme) and ASUS Advanced OC Profile.
2. Redefine the factory defaults based on Intel’s new ""Intel Default Settings"" for various CPU SKUs.
3. Change F5 from ""Load Optimized Defaults"" to ""Reset to Defaults"".
4. Add warnings when users switch from the defaults to other settings.

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 3501
Version 3501
13.2 MB
2024/04/24

"The update introduces the Intel Baseline Profile option, allowing users to revert to Intel factory default settings for basic functionality, lower power limits, and improving stability in certain games.

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 3401
Version 3401
13.2 MB
2024/03/22

"1.Improved DDR5 compatibility
2.Further optimized CEP settings when disabled

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 3302
Version 3302
13.2 MB
2024/02/22

"1. Update the Intel microcode to version 0x123, allowing for disabling CEP for improved performance on Intel 14th Gen non-K series processors*
2. Disabling CEP for performance enhancement may lead to increased power consumption and temperature. Ensure adequate CPU cooling or use a higher-spec cooling solution.
3. Enhanced compatibility with 256GB memory.

*Intel CEP function varies by the CPU model. Check your CPU's specifications or reach out to its technical support for more information.

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 3101
Version 3101
13.18 MB
2023/12/29

"1. Improve system stability
2. Update ME to version 16.1.30.2307
3. This update includes the patch for the LogoFAIL vulnerabilities
4. Add PCIe Bifurcation options for GPU with M.2 storage

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 2802
Version 2802
13.17 MB
2023/10/06

"1. Update Microcode for Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors
2. Update ME to version 16.1.30.2264 for Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors
3. Improve system stability

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.30.2264. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 2703
Version 2703
13.13 MB
2023/08/17

"1. Recommended for vital update to mitigate the potential security vulnerabilities
2. Improve system stability

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.27.2176. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later. "

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 2602
Version 2602
13.15 MB
2023/07/05

"“Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.27.2176 to ensure optimized system settings.
1. Improve system stability and compatibility for the Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors
2. Fix the compatibility and instability issues when configuring RAID for high-capacity storage
3. Do update the intel ME to version 16.1.27.2176"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 2403
Version 2403
13.12 MB
2023/06/21

"1. Improve system performance.
2. Improve memory compatibility.
“Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.2020 to ensure optimized system settings.”"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 2305
Version 2305
13.03 MB
2023/03/22

"•Improve system performance and security.
•Support ME update function
•Improve AURA SW experience
•Improve DRAM stability
“Please back up your Bitlocker recovery key and suspend Bitlocker encryption in the operating system before updating your BIOS or ME firmware.”
“Intel ME Update Tool is required if your ME firmware Version is not 16.1.25.2020. Please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site.”"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 2204
Version 2204
11.21 MB
2022/12/07

"- improve single 24/48GB memory module compatibility
- Improved system compatibility and stability
- Update Intel ME firmware
“Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.2020 to ensure optimized system settings.”"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 2103
Version 2103
11.09 MB
2022/10/19

"1. Improve system overclocking stability on 13th Gen Intel Processors
2. Update Microcode for 13th Gen Intel Processors
3. Update Microcode for 12th Gen Intel Processors

“Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.1885 to ensure optimized system settings.”"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 2004
Version 2004
11.09 MB
2022/09/20

"1. Improve system performance
2. Update ME version to 16.1.25.1885v2
3.Many ME updates and optimizations for the next-gen CPU are included. This version does NOT allow rolling back to the previous versions to ensure better compatibility.

“Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.1885 to ensure optimized system settings.”"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 1720
Version 1720
11.05 MB
2022/08/16

"1. Improve system stability
2. Update Microcode for next generation Intel Processors."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 1601
Version 1601
11.02 MB
2022/07/08

Improve system stability.

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 1505
Version 1505
10.83 MB
2022/06/02

1. Improve DRAM stability

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 1403
Version 1403
10.83 MB
2022/04/01

"1. Update Intel Microcode
2. Update Intel ME version 16.0.15.1735
3. Improve system performance for Intel Core i9-12900KS"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 1304
Version 1304
10.8 MB
2022/03/09

"- Improve system performance and compatibility.
- Update AURA firmware"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 1003
Version 1003
11.16 MB
2022/01/27

"01. Improve system performance and Window 11 OS stability.
02. Update USB PD FW to 1.0F.
03. Update Intel ME FW to 16.0.15.1620 V3
04. Add Thunderbolt FW update method for onboard Thunderbolt models and ThunderboltEX 4 Card support models
05. Update Intel microcode.
06. Improve DRAM compatibility
07. Change PCIe speed hotkey item from F9 to F6."

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 0811
Version 0811
11.15 MB
2021/12/22

"- Improve DRAM performance
- improve system stability
- improve thunderbolt device compatibility
- Improve system performance"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 0803
Version 0803
11.14 MB
2021/12/03

"1.Improve System Performance and stability
2.Improve device compatibility.
3.Support Legacy Game Compatibility Mode to fix DRM (Digital Rights Management) issue.
4.Improve DRAM stability
5.Update CPU microcode
6.Fix Intel VMD issue"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 0703
Version 0703
11.12 MB
2021/11/09

"1. Improve system performance
2. Update Intel ME firmware v16.0.15.1545"

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PRIME Z690-A BIOS 0221
Version 0221
11.04 MB
2021/11/03

FIRST RELEASE

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Firmware
PD FW Check Tool
Version -
2.93 MB
2022/11/11

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PD FW update tool
Version 007
2.96 MB
2022/02/25

-Modify quick charge function
-Improve system performance.

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USB PD controller FW update
Version 005
2.96 MB
2021/11/17

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Intel ME
MEUpdateTool
Version 16.1.27.2176
3.55 MB
2023/07/05

Intel has identified security issue that could potentially place impacted platform at risk.
Use ME Update tool to update your ME.
*We suggest you update ME Driver to the latest Version 16.1.27.2176 simultaneously.
Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
MD5: 37b600de79c6bb0d7ccb4bdccc6923ee

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MEUpdateTool
Version 16.1.25.2020
7.25 MB
2023/04/18

Intel has identified security issue that could potentially place impacted platform at risk.
Use ME Update tool to update your ME.
*We suggest you update ME Driver to the latest Version 16.1.25.2020 simultaneously.
Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
MD5: ecd87413879e004cf40cdd1f88295c87

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MEUpdateTool
Version 16.1.25.1885v2
9.15 MB
2022/09/20

Intel has identified security issue that could potentially place impacted platform at risk.
Use ME Update tool to update your ME.
*We suggest you update ME Driver to the latest Version 16.1.25.1885v2 simultaneously.
Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
MD5: 83746cffb3d3bda45277db25d5318283

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MEUpdateTool
Version 16.0.15.1735
7.22 MB
2022/04/11

Intel has identified security issue that could potentially place impacted platform at risk.
Use ME Update tool to update your ME.
*We suggest you update ME Driver to the latest Version 16.0.15.1735 simultaneously.
Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
MD5: ffae9b0ee0bf0b43e63fb3b0c80aab4c

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MEUpdateTool
Version 16.0.15.1620
7.22 MB
2022/01/12

Intel has identified security issue that could potentially place impacted platform at risk.
Use ME Update tool to update your ME.
*We suggest you update ME Driver to the latest Version 16.0.15.1620 simultaneously.
Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
MD5: 2f7e66424ecb9273a5886b6cbe0940ed

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MEUpdateTool
Version 16.0.15.1545
7.2 MB
2021/11/04

Intel has identified security issue that could potentially place impacted platform at risk.
Use ME Update tool to update your ME.
*We suggest you update ME Driver to the latest Version 16.0.15.1545 simultaneously.
Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
MD5: 2ed72155957061d3b2de66d89c059564

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