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    BIOS
    Version 1805
    11.39 MB
    2024/11/04

    "1. Modify strings in BIOS settings

    Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 16.1.32.2473v3. 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 1802
    11.43 MB
    2024/10/24

    "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 16.1.32.2473v3. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1663
    Version 1663
    11.43 MB
    2024/08/14

    "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 16.1.30.2307v4. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1661
    Version 1661
    11.37 MB
    2024/07/10

    "1. Updated with microcode 0x125 to ensure eTVB operates within Intel specifications.
    Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307v4. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1658
    Version 1658
    11.37 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 16.1.30.2307v4. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1656
    Version 1656
    11.37 MB
    2024/04/19

    "1. 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 16.1.30.2307v4. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1645
    Version 1645
    11.37 MB
    2024/03/19

    1. Improved DDR5 compatibility
    2. Further optimized CEP settings when disabled
    Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307v4. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1641
    Version 1641
    11.36 MB
    2024/02/29

    "• Update the Intel microcode to version 0x123, allowing for disabling CEP for improved performance on Intel 14th Gen non-K series processors.
    *Disabling CEP for performance enhancement may lead to increased power consumption and temperature. Ensure adequate CPU cooling or use a higher-spec cooling solution;
    **Intel CEP function varies by the CPU model. Check Intel specification sheet or contact technical support for details.
    Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307v4. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1630
    Version 1630
    11.36 MB
    2024/02/06

    Support high-capacity DDR5 memory kits. (up to total in 256GB)

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1611
    Version 1611
    11.36 MB
    2024/01/26

    "1. Improve system compatibility.
    2. Support for USB4 PCIE GEN4 Card. "

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1604
    Version 1604
    11.34 MB
    2023/12/28

    "This update includes the patch for the LogoFAIL vulnerabilities
    Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307v4. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1603
    Version 1603
    11.34 MB
    2023/12/13

    "Support graphics card with M.2 storage
    Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version16.1.30.2307v4. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1601
    Version 1601
    11.34 MB
    2023/12/05

    "1. Update ME to version 16.1.30.2307v4
    2. Improve system performance
    3. Improve DRAM compatibility
    Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version16.1.30.2307v4. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1402
    Version 1402
    11.32 MB
    2023/09/19

    "1. Update Microcode for Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors
    2. Update ME to version 16.1.30.2264v2 for Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors
    3. Improve system stability
    Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version16.1.30.2264v2. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1220
    Version 1220
    11.31 MB
    2023/08/18

    "1.Recommended for vital update to mitigate the potential security vulnerabilities
    2.Update the Intel ME to version 16.1.27.2176V2
    3.Improve system stability
    Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 16.1.27.2176V2. 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 Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1210
    Version 1210
    9.5 MB
    2023/08/01

    "Improve system’s memory compatibility.

    Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.27.2176v2 to ensure optimized system settings."

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1205
    Version 1205
    9.5 MB
    2023/06/26

    "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.
    Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.27.2176v2 to ensure optimized system settings."

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1030
    Version 1030
    9.51 MB
    2023/06/21

    "1. Update Intel uCode.
    “Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.2124v4 to ensure optimized system settings.”"

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1020
    Version 1020
    9.5 MB
    2023/06/15

    Improve memory compatibility

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1010
    Version 1010
    9.54 MB
    2023/05/19

    "1. Improve system performance
    “Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.2124v4 to ensure optimized system settings.”"

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 1003
    Version 1003
    9.53 MB
    2023/04/28

    1. Update Intel ME version 16.1.25.2124v4
    2. Update Intel Microcode
    3. Improve memory compatibility
    Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.2124v4 to ensure optimized system settings.

    To comply with Wi-Fi regulation in Japan, this version does NOT allow rolling back to the previous versions.

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 0812
    Version 0812
    9.45 MB
    2023/02/24

    "1.Support high-capacity DDR5 memory kits
    Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.2020v2 to ensure optimized system settings."

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 0809
    Version 0809
    9.45 MB
    2023/01/11

    1. improve single 24/48GB memory module compatibility
    Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.2020v2 to ensure optimized system settings.

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 0806
    Version 0806
    9.45 MB
    2022/11/28

    "1. Improve system performance
    2. We suggest updating the ME firmware to the latest version 16.1.25.2020

    Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.2020v2 to ensure optimized system settings."

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 0602
    Version 0602
    9.46 MB
    2022/09/29

    "1. Improve system performance
    2. Update with ME 16.1.25.1917

    “Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.25.1917v5.1 to ensure optimized system settings.”"

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    PRIME Z790-A WIFI BIOS 0411
    Version 0411
    9.46 MB
    2022/09/13

    First Release

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    Intel ME
    ME Update Tool
    Version 16.1.32.2473_S
    3.48 MB
    2024/11/12

    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 the latest ME driver simultaneously
    Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
    MD5: dcab514b3f1ab3eacdc438b4bde1d9d2

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    ME Update Tool
    Version 16.1.30.2307
    3.48 MB
    2023/12/14

    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 the latest ME driver simultaneously
    Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
    MD5: 5c5ca9585de070fd6f0758ff324f4e43

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    ME firmware UpdateTool
    Version 16.1.27.2176v2_S
    3.55 MB
    2023/06/26

    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 the latest ME driver simultaneously
    Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
    MD5: bc8cf09fb5a2c17bd6ff52835b8bb098

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    ME firmware UpdateTool
    Version 16.1.25.2124v4_S
    3.56 MB
    2023/04/17

    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 the latest ME driver simultaneously
    Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
    MD5: c8078c446e01431c1a013e10b9277161

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    MEUpdateTool
    Version 16.1.25.2020v2_S_Z
    5.19 MB
    2022/11/24

    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 16.1.25.2020v2_S_Z  simultaneously.
    Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
    MD5: cf861b40cd97a27dfe79c974022f1a4b

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    ME update tool
    Version 16.1.25.1917v5.1_S
    5.19 MB
    2022/09/29

    Use ME Update tool to update your ME.
    *We suggest you update ME Driver to the latest Version 16.1.25.1917v5.1_S simultaneously.
    Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
    MD5: 450138d338a25474788810b92de3852b

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