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    Motherboard SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1
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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
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    CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-7 2.1.5 ATX power connection 2-8 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.3 Motherboard
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    ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-51 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-51 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-53 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-54 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-54 3.10 Exit menu 3-55 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-56 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-56 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-57 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS
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    7 and USB 3.0 driver for 100 Series 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-8 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-8 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-9 4.3 Software information 4-10 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-10 4.4.1 Ai Charger 4-19 4.4.2 EZ Update 4-20 4.4.3 USB BIOS Flashback 4-22 4.4.4 Push
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    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
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    the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID Configurations 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 websites
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    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
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    SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LAN LGA1151 socket for 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/Pentium®/ Celeron® Processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The support of these features depends
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    SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 specifications summary Storage Audio USB Intel® Z170 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 14 support* - 2 x S ATA Express ports (compatible with 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) - 1 x M .2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage
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    SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 specifications summary Exclusive TUF Features Other Special Features " ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - EZ Update - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - Multi-language BIOS
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    SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x TUF Detective USB port 1 x USB BIOS S/PDIF out header 1 x Thunderbolt header (5-pin) for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x TPM connector 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector
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    SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating System Support Form factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan
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    package for the following items: User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 motherboard Technical documentations, certification and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector (7 cm) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit 2 x Assistant fans (40 mm
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    Installation tools and components Graphics card (optional) Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel® LGA1151 CPU Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included
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    xvi
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    of the latest graphics technologies. SATA Express support SATA Express provides faster data transfer speeds of up to 10Gb/s, allowing your system to catch up with the speed of the SSDs. It also features backward compatibility with up to two SATA drives of the same speed. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-1
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    motherboard has the latest USB 3.1 connectivity built in with dual Type-A ports for the very fastest USB data transfers - that's up to 10Gb/s, or twice as fast as USB 3.0. The nextgeneration standard is completely backward-compatible that displays real-time motherboard, CPU and VGA zone cooling
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    protection and ensure the motherboard's lifespan. MemOK! MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-3
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    providing you with more flexibility, convenience, and easy to navigate UEFI BIOS than the traditional BIOS versions. It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than 2.2 TB. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • New My Favorites function allows
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    requirement in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-5
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    note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power
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    1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-7
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    and switches/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, assistant fan, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-6; 4-pin ASST_FAN1-3) 3. LGA1151 CPU socket 4. DDR4 DIMM
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    Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-9
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    Chapter 1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO
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    with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-11
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    Unplug the power cord before adding or 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 Slot Description PCIE 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_4
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    SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for - - - - ASMedia SATA Controller1 (1061) - shared - - - - - - Intel xHCI shared - - - - - - - HD Audio shared - - - - - - - SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-13
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    up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! button to boot and load the BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at
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    the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values. • Due to 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. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-15
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    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 1-16
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    in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-17
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    10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. BIOS to [RAID Mode]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD
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    backward compatibility with USB 2.0. Chapter 1 The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • Ensure to install the related driver to fully USB 3.0 ports support native UASP transfer standard in Windows® 8 / Windows® 8.1 and Turbo Mode when using USB 3.1 Boost feature. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-19
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    Chapter 1 3. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is
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    the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, dark brown) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-21
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    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
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    audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition or an AC`97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio] or [AC97]. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    are for the thermistor cables that monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard's component to detect its temperature. Chapter 1 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-25
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    System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power
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    the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. Ensure that your chassis comes with the extra button cable that supports the DirectKey feature. Refer to the technical documentation that came with the chassis for details. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-27
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    Chapter 1 12. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel®'s Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. The add-on
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    Chapter 1 13. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. • This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • The M.2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with PCIe x16_3 slot. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 1-29
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    6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode. • These SATA ports are for data drives only. 1-30 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 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 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 2-1
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    3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    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 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 2-3
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    it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. DO NOT damage or bend the CPU Installation Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • ASUS will not
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    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 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 2-5
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    To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 2-7
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    2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 OR AND • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.6 SATA device connection OR OR Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 2-9
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    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 2-10 AAFP Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 2-11
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    USB port, press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds, and the BIOS is updated automatically. To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Place the bundled support DVD to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. 2. Insert
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    bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 9. USB Type-C port EC1 (supports USB 3.1 Boost) 10. USB 3.1 port EA1 (supports USB 3.1 Boost) 11. Optical S/PDIF Out port 12. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off Orange No link Linked Off
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    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 2-15
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    Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1
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    Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    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 Z170ST1.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.2.7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support Bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced
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    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. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-3
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    Mode 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 to Go back to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    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 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-5
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    FAQ 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: Chapter 3 Quick Note (F9) This button above the menu bar allows you to
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    Q-Fan Control The Q-Fan 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 to activate to go back to main menu the changes Select to manually configure your fans SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-7
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    configure your fans' operating speed. Chapter 3 Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the
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    EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. You . from 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. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-9
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    Tuning. Creating RAID To create RAID: 1. Press 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
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    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. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-11
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    3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing
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    . • User-managed items such as language and boot order. • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. 4. Click Exit (ESC) or press key to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-13
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    to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Chapter 3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.2.6 Onboard
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    accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . item on top of the screen shows [Not Installed]. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-15
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    on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] 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
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    ] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. If you assign a value for more Core Ratio Limit, do not set the less Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-17
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    II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. Ensure to use water cooling device before selecting [TPU II]. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this item to set lower CPU core/cache voltage and
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    higher power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-19
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    CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU manual mode is selected. The thermal conditions should be monitored. The following item appears only when the CPU [Enabled] CPU Power Duty CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] This item allows you to set the power phase control of the CPU the CPU Power
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    be monitored. Boot Voltages CPU Core/Cache Boot Voltage [Auto] The voltage for CPU at initial boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.600] - [1.700] DMI Boot Voltage [Auto] The voltage for DMI at initial boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.300] - [1.900] Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-21
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    CPU System Agent at initial boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.7000] - [1.8000] CPU VCCIO Boot Voltage [Auto] The voltage for CPU VCCIO at initial boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.7000] - [1.8000] CPU . Configuration options: [Auto] [0.01] - [62.49] Chapter 3 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    to start overclocking from the assigned you to set frequency update rate. Lower values speed CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the minimum possible CPU cache ratio. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [8] - [33] Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    voltages for overclocking, but the CPU lifetime will CPU Core/Cache Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Core Voltage Override [Auto] Allows you to configure the CPU CPU Core Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU appear only when you set the CPU Core/Cache Voltage to [Adaptive
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    - [1.800] PCH Core Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.700] - [1.800] CPU Standby Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [1.800] DRAM REF Voltage Control Configures the DRAM Data REF Voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [63] Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-25
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    Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 3 3.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the
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    the CPU C3 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C6 Report [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C7 Report [CPU C7s] Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    ] Package C State Limit [Auto] This item allows you to set the a C-state limit for the CPU package. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [C7] ASPM (active state power management) support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. 3-28 Chapter
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    Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to CPU and PCIe graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] This item allows you to select the primary display from CPU and PCIe devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [IGFX] [PEG] [PCIE] SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    . PCIe Speed [Auto] This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] Chapter 3 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    other BIOS items. Chapter 3 Hyper kit Enable this option for "ASUS Hyper kit" card. the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable PCIE port to SATA for RAID Remapping. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    Disabled] [Enabled] PCIEX16_3 PCIE Storage RAID Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable Aggressive LPM Support [Disabled] This item is designed for LPM (link power management) support with you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.6 USB
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    . Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-33
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    Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 HD Audio Controller [Enabled] 97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD Audio] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition
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    Plug notification in Windows® operating systems. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the ASPM controller to disable the Intel LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-35
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    By RTC [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC (Real-Time Clock) to generate a wake event and configure the RTC alarm date. When enabled, you can set the days, hours, minutes, or seconds to schedule an RTC alarm
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    Intel® Thunderbolt Function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [USB 3.1 Mode] [Enabled] ThunderBolt Boot Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable Thunderbolt attached device as a bootable device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-37
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    . Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 Thermal Radar Temperature / CPU Temperature / EXT_SENSOR1-3 Temperature [xxx°C/xxx fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Core Voltage, 3.3V Voltage,
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    from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle. CPU Middle Temperature [25] Use the or keys to adjust the middle limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-39
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    ] The assignment fan will be controlled according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] [PCH Core] [VCORE] [VCORE(BACK)] [DRAM] [PCH] [USB3.1] [PCIE-1] [PCIE-2] [ [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chapter 3 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The 1-6 fan duty cycle. The values range from 0% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the limit, the Chassis Fan 1-6 fan will operate at the SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-41
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    CPU] The assignment fan will be controlled according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard CPU temperature Fan Profile to [Manual]. ASST Fan 1-3 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit,
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    the fan speed for quiet extension fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum extension fan speed. [Manual] Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you set the Extension Fan Profile to [Manual]. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-43
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    20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the from 0% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the limit, the Extension range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the Water
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    When the CPU temperature Support [Off] Enable this item for chassis intrude detection functions. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Chassis Intrude Detect Support [On] [On] All the QLEDs will be turned on after POST. [Off] Set the QLEDs behavior as default. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    or off when you press the DirectKey button. [Enabled] Allows the system to power on and go to the BIOS Setup directly when you press the Reset button. Connect the 2-pin connector of the chassis reset buton cable to set the Boot Logo Display to [Auto] and [Full Screen]. 3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    Disabled] Only the ASUS logo will be BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. [Disabled] Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver only] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore only] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] ] [UEFI driver first] Secure Boot only supports Windows®
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    db file from your system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] The db file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-49
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    installed in the system. • To access Windows® OS in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears
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    Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may only supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section 1.2.2 of this manual. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-51
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    : • Frozen. The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure. The BIOS guards drives that do not have password protection by freezing them party software that uses a different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. Chapter 3
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    BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a profile number from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. Load/Save Profile from/to USB Drive This item allows you to load or save profile from your USB drive, load and save profile to your USB drive. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information This item displays in your system. Bus Interface [PCIEX16_1] This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration options: [PCIEX16_1] 3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Chapter 3 application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-55
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    on system stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this
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    the latest BIOS, and then press . 6. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 7. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-57
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    method, and then press . Chapter 3 4. Follow the onscreen instructions 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
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    to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3-59
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    Chapter 3 3-60 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    system. 2. Connect the USB ODD or USB storage device to your 100 series platform. 3. Insert the ASUS support DVD into a SATA ODD on your 100 series platform. 4. Power on your system and press F8 during POST (Power-On Self Test) to enter the boot screen. Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-1
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    device. 6. The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. Chapter 4 The "Setup is starting..." screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows® 7 installation. 4-2 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    of the ASUS supporting DVD to driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. The "Setup is starting..." screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. 9. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows® 7 installation. Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK
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    or notebook) • 1 x SATA ODD • 1 x USB storage device (8 GB or more) 1. Insert the Windows® 7 installation DVD. 2. Launch the ASUS EZ Installer located on the ASUS support DVD. 3. Select a method of creating a modified Windows® 7 installation file: • Windows® 7 OS disk to USB storage device - Select
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    create a bootable USB device. Make sure to backup contents on the USB storage device, as it will be formatted. - Once completed, click OK to finish. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-5
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    • Windows® 7 OS disk to ISO file - Select Windows 7 OS disk to ISO file then click Next. - Check I agree and then click Next. - Select the source of the Windows® 7 installation disk then click Next. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    boot device. 7. The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. The "Setup is starting..." screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. 8. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows® 7 installation. Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-7
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    drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click or tap Run ASSETUP.EXE. If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or tap \\bin\ASSETUP.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: Software
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    necessary drivers to use the devices. Click to display the applications and other software that the motherboard supports Contains the list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user guide Click to display product related information Click to display the ASUS contact
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    support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 4.4 AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS 1. Place the Support DVD into the
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    select the Utilities tab and click or tap AI Suite 3. 3. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear, try the following: a. Go to the Start Screen or tap the AI Suite 3 app on the Start Screen). Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-11
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    Suite 3 main menu bar Chapter 4 • Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user guide may vary depending on the motherboard model. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software
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    's cooling solution based on your system's current thermal settings. It allows you to configure your CPU, chassis, and the exclusive TUF Turbo fan to achieve the best balance between cooling performance and Click or tap to save the settings of the new profile SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-13 Chapter 4
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    of Thermal Radar 2 supports ASUS NVidia 700/900 Series and AMD R7/R9 Series graphics card only. VGA - Auto Mode The system loads the optimal values for the graphic card's thermal settings. Click to load a saved profile Click to save a new profile VGA - Smart Mode Manually adjust the acceleration
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    Mode Allows you to manually adjust the fan's speed (in rpm). Move the slider up or down to adjust the settings Click to load a saved profile Click to save a new profile Thermal Status Displays the current status of the thermal condition of your system. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 Click or tap to
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    of your system. Click or tap to scroll down/up DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM and DRAM Voltage stability and performance. Click or tap to go the CPU configurations screen Click or tap to go the DRAM configurations screen 4-16
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    DIGI+PowerControl - CPU Click or tap to go back to the previous screen Click or tap to switch between items Click or tap to undo Click DRAM Click or tap to go back to the previous screen Click or tap to undo the changes Click or tap to apply the changes SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-17 Chapter 4
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    DIGI+PowerControl - GPU Click or tap to go back to the previous screen Click or tap to undo Click or tap to apply the changes the changes Chapter 4 4-18 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    Ai Ai Charger+ is available only in selected motherboard models. Ai Charger+ screen Tick to enable or Specification 1.1 (BC 1.1) compliant or compatible device. • ** Actual charging speeds support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-19 Chapter 4
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    is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's software, drivers and BIOS easily. With this utility, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that displays during POST. Launching EZ Update To launch EZ Update, click Update. on the left of the AI Suite
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    5 Click or tap to go back to EZ Update main screen Click or tap to proceed the updating BIOS and boot logo After you click or tap BIOS Update button, click or tap Flash to update the BIOS and upload the boot logo in your system. X99 02 5 X99 02 X99 5 Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-21
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    left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB BIOS Flashback is available only in selected motherboard models. Using USB BIOS Flashback Set a schedule for the BIOS Update download Click or tap to check for a new BIOS update available for download Click or tap to cancel the download schedule
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    , click or tap Check for New BIOS Update. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. 2. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click or tap from the Save to: field, select the USB flash drive, then click or tap Download. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 3. After the download is complete, click
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    you want to pair with. To pair your computer and smart device, ensure that both are connected to the same wireless network. 4-24 Chapter 4: Software Support Chapter 4
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    to your smart device Tick to send alert when the components selected are back to its normal status Tick to select the smart device Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-25
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    PC sent messages Tap to scan more host computers Click or tap to send your message Tap to delete PC alerts Chapter 4 4-26 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user guide for more details. • USB 3.1 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.1/3.0 devices that support UASP. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. For a higher data transfer performance, use a USB 3.1 device. Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-27
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    of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click or tap the MB tab to view the motherboard's information. X99 2 5 Viewing the CPU information Click or tap the CPU tab to view the processor's information. Chapter 4 4-28 Chapter 4: Software
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    yo the PC. Launching Mobo Connect To launch Mobo Connect, click Connect. on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Mobo Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-29
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    4.4.8 Version Displays the installed software or utilities and their current version. Chapter 4 4-30 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    Budgets: Allows you to set an online budget time to your network adapters. • Traffic Analysis: Allows you to assign protocols and programs in one set. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-31 Chapter 4
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    Test) status.. Scan the QR code to find the app. Code for the POST status Chapter 4 Post 4-32 Details about the POST status. Chapter 4: Software Support
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    . Control Tap the RESTART button and select Yes to restart your computer. Tap FORCE SHUTDOWN to force the system to shutdown without saving data. Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-33
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    Tap CLEAR CMOS and select Yes to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Tap PATCH ERROR and select Yes to automatically repair your computer. 4.6.3 Monitor The Monitor page allows you to monitor voltage, temperature, and fan speed.
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    the triangle icon to monitor the fan speed. 4.6.4 Information The Information page provides you with important details about the system such as the model name, BIOS version, product number, operating time, CPU information, and DRAM information. Information SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-35 Chapter 4
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    connection errors, and giving users plug and play convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek® audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek® HD Audio Manager icon
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    or tap OK. b. If you select Front Speaker Out, click or tap to select the type of speaker installed then click or tap OK. Chapter 4 SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 4-37
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    Chapter 4 4-38 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    Chapter 5: RAID Configurations RAID Configurations 5 5.1 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 configuration. or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 5-1
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    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal RAID Mode]. 4. Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup Due to chipset limitation, when SATA ports are set
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    allow you 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 items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 5-3
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    Chapter 5 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME
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    up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 5-5
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    Chapter 5 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Name Volume0 [ DELETE
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    Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to load the UEFI driver for your optical drive. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 5-7
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    Chapter 5 5-8 Chapter 5: RAID Configurations
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    radiate 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 could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Appendix SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 A-1
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    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
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    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. SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 A-3
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    ai requisiti essenziali e alle altre disposizioni pertinenti alle direttive CE. Per maggiori informazioni fate riferimento alla dichiarazione di conformità CE. ASUS AsusTek Inc CE CE Hrvatski AsusTek Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan s bitnim zahtjevima i ostalim odgovaraju
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    Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923 Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11 Online support http://www.asus.com/de/support/ SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 A-5
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    Person's Name : Steve Chang / President Signature : Date : July. 31, 2015 Ver. 140331 Appendix EC Declaration LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Motherboard SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 conform with the essential requirements of the
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Motherboard
SABERTOOTH Z170
MARK 1