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BIOS
Version 3301
13.6 MB
2026/11/06
SHA-256 :F02719E079535224E9C2589A76EE827A26EFE49E83A1990C61307E1AE667FF3F

"1.Enhanced overall system performance, security and device compatibility.

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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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Version 3202
13.6 MB
2026/08/17
SHA-256 :51E90DB2FA7ED62677C271A84FC9059638F6A55EB0725833DDBA2AFA973A9436

"1.Optimized memory compatibility via Intel IPU 2026.1 microcode update.
2.Updated Management Engine (ME) to version 16.1.40.2765v3.1.
3.Enhanced system security.

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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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Version 3107
13.6 MB
2025/12/15
SHA-256 :4CF91764F545CB8BB4081BDC5B4D3A48F25D42F35E7610E925D03FA56C389454

"1. Enhance overall system security.
2. pdate 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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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Version 3001
13.58 MB
2025/05/19
SHA-256 :B25515EC52D5771301895D0DCA082D6F8F2FD7D0F29FE7E8227B406705644C0C

"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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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Version 2801
13.53 MB
2024/12/06

"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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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Version 2703
13.53 MB
2024/10/18

" 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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 2503
Version 2503
13.58 MB
2024/08/08

"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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 2402
Version 2402
13.52 MB
2024/07/12

"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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 2301
Version 2301
13.52 MB
2024/05/30

"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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 2202
Version 2202
13.51 MB
2024/04/19

"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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 2102
Version 2102
13.51 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 16.1.30.2307.
Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer.

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 2002
Version 2002
13.5 MB
2024/02/23

"• 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 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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 1904
Version 1904
13.5 MB
2024/02/16

"• Improved system performance.
• Enhanced compatibility with 256GB memory.

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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 1801
Version 1801
13.49 MB
2023/12/22

"1. Improved system performance.
2. Patched LogoFail vulnerabilities.

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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 1501
Version 1501
13.47 MB
2023/10/26

"Improve System Performance

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.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 1402
Version 1402
13.47 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.

Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 1303
Version 1303
13.46 MB
2023/08/25

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

Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version16.1.27.2176. Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later.

Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 1202
Version 1202
11.65 MB
2023/06/16

"“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

Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 0904
Version 0904
11.27 MB
2023/03/31

"1.Update with ME Firmware 16.1.25.2124
2.Support GSKILL DDR5-7200 48GB(24GBx2) memory kit
3.Improve system performance

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

Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 0816
Version 0816
11.25 MB
2023/02/24

"-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 16.1.25.2020 to ensure optimized system settings.”

Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 0813
Version 0813
11.25 MB
2023/01/18

1. improve single 24/48GB memory module compatibility
2. Improve system stability

“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.”

Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

To comply with Wi-Fi regulation in Japan, this version does NOT allow rolling back to the previous versions, not even via USB BIOS FlashBack™.

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 0703
Version 0703
11.07 MB
2022/11/08

"1. Improve system performance
2. Fix the driver compatibility issue with NVIDIA RTX40 series cards
3. 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 16.1.25.2020 to ensure optimized system settings.”

Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BIOS 0502
Version 0502
10.9 MB
2022/10/12

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

Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer."

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Firmware
AUDIO ALC4082 FW UPDATE TOOL V16
Version 16
4.93 MB
2026/04/08
SHA-256 :941F6123DE92C3509274E64AE51EDFD388C151A7DD3F2D5483754BA7163306FE

Fix the issue of abnormal sound amplification

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PD firmware Update Tool V016
Version 016
2.97 MB
2024/01/16

Improved compatibility and added CDC mode support.

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USB Audio FW Update Tool
Version -
4.09 MB
2023/07/13

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Audio ALC4080/ALC4082 FW update tool
Version -
3.94 MB
2022/12/26

Fixed SPDIF playing music is noisy

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Intel ME
MEUpdateTool
Version 16.1.27.2176
5.39 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 16.1.25.2124
5.4 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 ME Driver to the latest Version 16.1.25.2124 simultaneously.
Please download the file and check the MD5 code first.
MD5: 101426ccb0bada9e99064a38aa080af4

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