EVGA 131-CS-E399-KR Z390 DARK MOTHERBOARD - LGA 1151 - Z390 - SATA6Gb - USB 3.1 - M.2 - U.2 - EATX

Beware, the power of the DARK side of EVGA's Z390 motherboards is now available! After setting the bar with the X299 DARK, EVGA went back to work to design the next generation of motherboards designed exclusively for the world's top overclockers... or those looking to become one of the world's top overclockers. No effort was spared to improve the power design, layout, or features of the Z390 DARK.

The Z390 DARK is the first motherboard to feature both the 24-pin power connector alongside both 8-pin CPU power connectors on the side of the board. Not only does the layout give the DARK a stunning look in contrast to the sea of Z390 motherboards lit up like rainbows, but the layout also provides a very friendly design for cable-management enthusiasts.

Memory

To create this innovative design, the CPU socket was turned 90-degrees counter-clockwise, which allows the memory to run parallel to the top of the chassis.

VRM

The entire VRM design is cooled with a large, passive heatsink.

Cooling

This design allows for chassis airflow to pass unimpeded over the top of the power connectors, across the CPU and memory, and through the rear-panel heatsink.

A board this powerful does not arrive through accident. This motherboard was designed by taking the best of the X299 DARK, adding additional features for the ultra-enthusiast, and performing non-stop testing until overclocking World Records tremble at the mere mention of the word 'DARK'.

10-LAYER PCB

A 10-Layer high-speed E-ATX PCBA with gold-plated shielded edge enhances stability for heavy loads, improved overclocking, and durability for today's extreme cooling hardware.

HIGHLY-EFFICIENT 17-PHASE PWM

The Z390 DARK features a 17-phase Digital VRM (12 VCore, 1 VSA, 1 VCCIO, 2 VGT, 1 Phase Memory PWM) for the cleanest, most stable power design to ensure that you're ready for Intel®'s Core i9 Processors.

150% HIGHER GOLD CONTENT IN CPU SOCKET

Higher volume of precious metal (150% Gold) used in the sockets creates lower contact resistance, resulting in better power delivery.

EXTERNAL BCLK / CLOCK GENERATORS

An external BCLK controller for fine-tuning CFL-S system performance, and an external clock generator for PCIe stability and performance.

8 SATA PORTS - 6 FROM INTEL PCH / 2 FROM ASMEDIA ASM1061

The Z390 DARK features 8 SATA Ports. 2 are supplied by the ASMedia ASM1061, which provides limited Windows XP support* for ultimate benching OS flexibility.* Coming Soon

PCIE DISABLE SWITCHES

The Z390 DARK offers PCIe disable switches to quickly shut off PCIe slots to troubleshoot or restore used resources without the need to physically uninstall hardware.

TRIPLE BIOS SELECT SWITCH

Switch between up to 3 different BIOS ROMs for overclocking, benching, 24/7 use, or anything you can think of.

SW SLOW MODE SWITCH

Changes the CPU Ratio to the minimum CPU ratio in real-time for stability purposes or to reduce heat/power usage between long benching sessions.

PROBEIT CONNECTORS

Attach your Digital Multimeter to the included ProbeIT adapter and monitor all your voltages in real-time.

PS/2 PORT

Despite the Z390 DARK's technical feats, it still features an old school PS/2 keyboard or mouse port to support legacy OS and reduce latency and resources for benching and gaming.

CREATIVE CORE3D AUDIO

Creative 5.1 Channel Audio with output amplifiers - the industry standard for audio quality.