ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO
Product support for
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO Find another model
By registering your device, you can easily manage your product warranty, get technical support and keep track of your repair status.
Register Product

    BIOS & FIRMWARE

    • Driver & Tools
    • BIOS & FIRMWARE

    BIOS
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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.

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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™.

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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."

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    See All Downloads
    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

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    PD firmware Update Tool V016
    Version 016
    2.97 MB
    2024/01/16

    Improved compatibility and added CDC mode support.

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    USB Audio FW Update Tool
    Version -
    4.09 MB
    2023/07/13

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    Audio ALC4080/ALC4082 FW update tool
    Version -
    3.94 MB
    2022/12/26

    Fixed SPDIF playing music is noisy

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    See All Downloads
    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

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    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

    DOWNLOAD
    SHOW MORE DESCRIPTION
    See All Downloads
    • Products certified by the Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada will be distributed in the United States and Canada. Please visit the ASUS USA and ASUS Canada websites for information about locally available products.
    • All specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be available in all markets.
    • Specifications and features vary by model, and all images are illustrative. Please refer to specification pages for full details.
    • PCB color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice.
    • Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.
    • The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI trade dress and the HDMI Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.