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service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL https://www.asus.com/support/ or (2) problems - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 3
...vi About this guide...vii STRIX Z270F GAMING specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 4
ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-22 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-24 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-24 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-25 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-25 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-26 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 5
Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-6 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-10 4.2.1 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 6
Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vi - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 7
of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 8
of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 9
STRIX Z270F GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Rear Panel I/O Ports Intel® Socket 1151 for 7th / 6th Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/ Pentium®/Celeron® Processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The support - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 10
when using 7th Generation Intel® Processors. Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. **** These functions will work depending on the CPU installed. ROG SupremeFX S1220A 8-Channel High - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 11
STRIX Z270F GAMING specifications summary LAN ASUS Special Features Intel® I219-V Gigabit LAN- Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst Technology Performance Optimization 5-Way Optimization - Whole system - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 12
STRIX Z270F GAMING specifications summary ROG Exclusive Features Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability ROG RAMCache II ROG GameFirst IV* ROG CPU-Z ROG Overwolf ROG Clonedrive * ROG GameFirst IV is only available for Windows® 10/8.1 64-bit. 1 x USB 3.0 connector support additional 2 x - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 13
STRIX Z270F GAMING specifications summary Support DVD contents Operating system support Form factor Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 64-bit Windows® 8.1 64-bit* Windows® 7* * Windows® 8.1 64-bit and Windows® 7 32/64-bit are only supported when using - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 14
Documentation STRIX Z270F GAMING 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-M) 1 x RGB LED extension cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Installation tool 1 x ROG cable label set 1 x ROG Strix sticker 1 x 3D Printing Mount 1 x M.2 screws kit 1 x ROG Coaster ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 15
components Intel® 1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® 1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components listed above are not included in the motherboard package - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 16
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Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 1-1 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 18
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.8 Internal connectors and 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 19
port connector (10-1 pin COM) 16. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 17. Thermal sensor cable connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) 18. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) Page 1-17 1-4 1-16 1-5 1-19 2-14 1-18 1-12 1-9 1-20 1-15 1-14 1-13 1-14 1-21 1-13 1-18 1-10 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 1-3 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 20
comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 7th / 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 21
The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 22
using a 32-bit Windows® OS. b) Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4 GB or more on the motherboard. c) For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft. com/kb/929605/en-us. • The design of the DIMM fan may vary. Ensure that the DIMM fan fits - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 23
removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIE_x1_1 slot PCIE_x16/x8_1 slot PCIE_x1_2 slot PCIE_x1_3 slot PCIE_x8_2 slot PCIE_x1_4 slot PCIE_x4_1 slot ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 1-7 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 24
or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better Audio shared - - - - - - - SMBUS Controller shared - - - - - - - Intel LAN I219V - - - shared - - - - ASMedia 2142_1 shared - - - - - - - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 25
system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 1-9 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 26
Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2. Chapter 1 1-10 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 27
CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. 2. Standby Power LED The motherboard motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 1-11 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 28
1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z270 chipset. • These connectors are set to BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the manual bundled in the motherboard support - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 29
3. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the Front Base. • The Front Base is purchased separately. • Support for Front Base varies over different platforms. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the devices and latest compatibility list. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 30
, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. Chapter 1 The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. 5. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 31
at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 1-15 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 32
air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 33
you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 1-17 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 34
These sockets support IRST (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology). The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 10. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) This connector is for the thermistor cable that monitors the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 35
These connectors are for RGB LED strips. Chapter 1 The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is operating. • The LED strips are purchased separately. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 1-19 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 36
12. System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 37
Chapter 1 13. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The COM module is purchased separately. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 1-21 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 38
Chapter 1 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 39
steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 2-1 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 40
3. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 41
2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. Chapter 2 Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 2-3 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 42
Top of CPU Chapter 2 • The CPU Installation Tool is only compatible on ASUS motherboards with a Intel® LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. DO NOT - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 43
2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 2-5 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 44
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 45
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 2-7 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 46
2.1.5 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 47
2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 2-9 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 48
Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP To install USB 3.0 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.0 USB 2.0 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 49
2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 2-11 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 50
To install HYPER M.2 x4 card Chapter 2 The SSD card is purchased separately. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 51
2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 2-13 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 52
shown in the illustration below. For more details regarding the installation of the 3D printing part on your motherboard, please refer to the product page of your motherboard on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. You may use the screw package included to secure the 3D printing part to the 3D Mount - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 53
Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors 1. USB 3.1 Type-A port EA1 2. DVI-D port 3. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 4. Intel® LAN port (LAN1)* 5. for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 2-15 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 54
(Blinking Ready to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 55
2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2 channel Speakers ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 2-17 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 56
Connect to 4 channel Speakers Connect to 6 channel Speakers Chapter 2 If you are using Windows® 8.1/10 platform, use only the light blue audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 57
BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 58
No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.4 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 59
BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as Z270SF.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 60
the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS jumper. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 61
the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-3 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 62
The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer Go back to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 63
Wizard(F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-5 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 64
Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 65
QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-7 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 66
configure your fans' operating speed. Chapter 3 Speed points To configure your fans: Select to manually configure your fans 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 67
EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. You the BIOS screen to open 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-9 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 68
> on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. 2. Click RAID then click Next. from the BIOS screen to open • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA connectors. 3. Select the port that you want to set to [RAID] mode, PCIE or SATA - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 69
Yes to continue the RAID setup. 6. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-11 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 70
3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 71
on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-13 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 72
section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Ai Overclock Tuner Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 73
[Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] - [DDR4-4266MHz] TPU This item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. Ensure to use water cooling device before selecting [TPU II]. Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 74
CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS CPU's power. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Turbo Mode This item allows you to automatically set the CPU - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 75
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. Set to [Intel RST Premium With Intel ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-17 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 76
to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] supports M.2 SATA devices. Please note that SATA6G_1 port cannot be used in this mode. [PCIE mode] Only supports [On] Intel LAN Controller This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN controllers. - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 77
display the SMART information of the connected devices. NVM Express devices do not support SMART information. 3.6.11 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-19 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 78
the BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 79
[UEFI driver first] ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 80
confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. 3.9.2 Secure Erase SSD speeds may lower over time as supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of this manual. Chapter 3 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 81
• Frozen. The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure. The BIOS guards drives that do not have password protection by freezing different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-23 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 82
while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 83
you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-25 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 84
varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet. To update the BIOS by USB: 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2. Insert the USB flash disk - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 85
to complete the update. 5. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 3-27 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 86
or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 87
motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configuration. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, you have to create a RAID driver setup. Chapter 4 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 4-1 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 88
4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Disabled]. 5. Save your changes and exit the BIOS Setup, then enter the BIOS Setup again. 6. Go to the Advanced menu > Intel(R) Rapid - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 89
Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: 2. When Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 4-3 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 90
default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity. 7. When the Create Volume item is selected, press to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: RAID Support - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 91
disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select the RAID volume you want to delete and press . volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 4-5 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 92
Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 93
Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done Chapter 4 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 4-7 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 94
volume? (Y/N) 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: RAID Support - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 95
delete "Volume0"? (Y/N): 3. Press to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING 4-9 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 96
the Intel® driver. 2. Insert the support USB drive with RAID driver into the USB port, and then click Browse. 3. Click the name of the device you've inserted, go to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 97
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING A-1 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 98
Appendix IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 99
our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment License. ASUS STRIX Z270F GAMING A-3 - Asus ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING | STRIX Z270F GAMING Users manual ENGLISH - Page 100
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