Asus Z170-PREMIUM Z170-PREMIUM Users manual English

Asus Z170-PREMIUM Manual

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    Motherboard Z170-PREMIUM Series
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    data, you may obtain it for a period of three years after our last shipment of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you want to
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    About this guide...vii Z170-PREMIUM specifications summary ix Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xviii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features 1-2 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-3 1.2.1 Before
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    ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-57 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-57 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-59 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-60 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-60 3.10 Exit menu 3-61 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-62 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-62 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-63 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS
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    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 4-14 4.4.2 USB 3.1 Boost 4-15 4.4.3 EZ Update 4-16 4.4.4 USB BIOS Flashback
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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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    with the motherboard package and the software. 5. Chapter 5: 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
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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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    daisy chain up to 3 displays. ** HDMI 2.0 60Hz resolution support requires necessary drivers update. Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way/Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology (with 2 PCIex16 graphics card) Supports AMD® 3-Way/Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Intel® Z170 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid
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    Z170-PREMIUM specifications summary Storage LAN Audio Hyper Kit - 1 x U.2 port (support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage) Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card - 1 x M .2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support AT Gigabit LAN controller ASUS LAN Guard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility
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    Z170-PREMIUM specifications summary USB Wireless Data Network Bluetooth ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® Z170 Express Chipset- supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 2 ports @back panel, blue) - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 2 ports @back panel, black)
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    Z170-PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Remote Entertainment Wi-Fi GO! - Wi-Fi GO! Function: Cloud GO!, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer - Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 & Android 4.0 systems Media Streamer -
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    Z170-PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS 5X Protection II: - A SUS LANGuard - 2.5X higher surge tolerance - A SUS Overvoltage Protection - World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 16
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    Z170-PREMIUM specifications summary Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! module (Wi-Fi 802. (AAFP) 1 x 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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    Z170-PREMIUM 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 Control, F3
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    package for the following items 2 x M.2 screws package ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series motherboard 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card Support DVD 1 x 3T3R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas
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    NFC Express 2 package contents Check your ASUS NFC Express 2 package for the following items ASUS NFC Express 2 ASUS NFC Express 2 wireless charger USB cable micro USB cable NFC tag Power adapter • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your
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    ) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components above are not included in the motherboard package. xviii
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    ® processors This motherboard supports 6th generation Intel support SATA Express provides faster data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb/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. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM
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    Chapter 1 Dual-Channel DDR4 4000 MHz Support The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR4 memory that features efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product design and
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    that came 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 supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-3
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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. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) 21. BIOS Flashback button 22. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 23. Q-Code LEDs 24. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) 25. 1-40 1-27 1-41 1-34 1-33 1-34 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-5
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    are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the
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    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 NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series
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    the motherboard. c) For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full
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    Chapter 1 Z170-PREMIUM Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR4 4000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. G.SKILL F4-4000C19D-8GTZ Size 8GB(4GB*2) SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage SS Samsung K4A4G085WD 19-25-25-45 1.35V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 • DDR4 3866
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    Samsung K4A4G085WD Samsung K4A4G085WD Timing 18-19-19-39 Voltage 1.35V DIMM socket support (Optional) 12 4 • 18-19-19-39 1.35V • • 18 18-19-19-39 1.35V SS Samsung K4A4G085WD 17-18-18-38 1.35V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 • • • •• •• •• •• • SS Samsung K4A4G085WD 17-18
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    1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-11
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    -18-18-36 15-15-15-35 16-16-16-39 16-18-18-39 Voltage 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V 1.35V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 • • • • • • • • • DDR4 3000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL
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    35 1.2 1.2 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 support (Optional) 124 ••• ••• 15-17-17-35 1.2 ••• 15-17-17-35 1.2 16-18-18-35 1.2 16-18-18-35 1.2 15-17-17-35 1.2 15-17-17-35 1.2 16-18-18-35 1.2 15-17-17-35 1.2 15-17-17-35 1.2 16-16-16-36 1.2 (continued on the next page) ASUS Z170-PREMIUM
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    -32GRR 32GB DS (8GB*4) - - SK Hynix H5AN4G8NMFRTFC SK Hynix H5AN4G8NMFRTFC - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Timing 16-16-16-36 Voltage 1.2 DIMM socket support (Optional) 124 ••• 16-16-16-39 1.2 ••• 16-16-16-36 1.2 ••• 14-16-16-31 1.2 ••• 14-16-16-31
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    21P SMD-8G28HP-21P HMA82GU6MFR8N-TF Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Brand Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 124 4GB SS SK Hynix H5AN4G8NMFRTFC 15-15-15-36 - ••• 8GB DS SK -15-15-36 - ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• (continued on the next page) ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-15
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    Voltage 1.2 DIMM socket support (Optional) 124 ••• - Double-sided DIMM support: Supports one (1) module inserted into any into A2 slot. Supports two (2) modules for better compatibility. Supports four (4) modules inserted ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support
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    so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIE 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_3 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_4 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-17
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    SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for - - - - HD Audio shared - - - - - - - ASMedia 1142 shared - - - - - - - Intel Thunderbolt 3 shared - - - - - - - 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up any motherboard component. 2. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-19
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    the motherboard may Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you turn 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 www.asus
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    will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the 5-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-21
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    ® OS environment, the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product
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    1 6. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. 7. EZ XMP switch Enable this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-23
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    1.2.7 Jumpers 1. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU 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
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    -Self Test): 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. TPU LED (TPU_LED) The TPU LED lights up when the TPU switch is enabled. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-25
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    Chapter 1 3. EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. 4. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    Chapter 1 5. EZ XMP LED (XLED1) This LED lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch. 6. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-27
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    Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available Reserved for future AMI error codes S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3
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    AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is not available Recovery capsule is not found Invalid initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-29
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    ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available 1-30 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in PIC mode. System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-31
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    ® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set to [ BIOS to [RAID]. Refer to section 3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support
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    disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. Chapter 1 • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode. • These SATA ports are for data drives only. 3. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-33
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    front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the 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]. 5. Thermal_Sensor
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    connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7. • These USB 3.0 ports support native UASP transfer standard in Windows® 8.1 and Turbo Mode when using USB 3.1 Boost feature. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-35
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    back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 48 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. 1-36 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Chassis Fan 1-4 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. The FAN EXTENSION CARD is purchased separately. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM
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    down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.4 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug
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    connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System 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. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-39
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    . 12. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function. Connect 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
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    section 3.6.8 Onboard Device Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies with PCIe M.2 device, ensure to set up the Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-41
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    15. U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. Chapter 1 1-42 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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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 overtighten 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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 2-3
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    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
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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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 2-7
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    2.1.5 ATX Power connection Chapter 2 OR OR 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.6 SATA device connection OR OR Chapter 2 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 2-11
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    connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. IO Shield BIOS • Ensure that the ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure to install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! software. • Ensure that the antenna is at least
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    I/O connection for the location of the USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. 3. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to automatically download the latest BIOS version. 4. Shut down your computer. 5. On your motherboard, press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the Flashback LED
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    If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    Boost) 10. HDMI 2.0 port 11. USB 2.0 port 910 (upper port supports USB BIOS Flashback, lower port supports Key Express) 12. Optical S/PDIF Out port 13. Audio I/O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 2-15
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    and better performance for your USB devices. • Multi-VGA output supports up to two displays under Windows® OS environment or BIOS, and one display under DOS. • Intel display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks (Pixel Clock = H total x V Total x Frame Rate (Fresh
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    side speaker Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 2-17
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    Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    the 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 Z170-PREMIUM
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    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. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put
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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 Z170PR.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series
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    the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under
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    for the advanced BIOS settings. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-3
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    Advanced 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 the following on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    ) 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 Z170-PREMIUM Series 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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    3.2.3 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 Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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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    setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. 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. Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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. 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
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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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-13
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    menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Chapter 3 Security The Security menu items allow you
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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
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    on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] This item the system. [Manual] Automatically optimizes the CPU ratio and BCLK frequency. [XMP] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory
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    Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2- or manually assign a 3-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 4-Core Ratio Limit. Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-17
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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 The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU SVID Support Disable this
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    ] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay L [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay S [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-19
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    Slope [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] Clk Rising Slope Offset [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [1] Data Falling Slope [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    ] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] DRAM IOL (CHB DIMM0 Rank0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] DRAM IOL (CHB DIMM0 Rank1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-21
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    [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [63] tRDWR_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [63] tRDWR_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [63] tWRWR_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [63] 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    [40] Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Set this item to enable or disable memory scrambler support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Channel A DIMM Control [Enable Both DIMMS] - [7] DRAM SPD Write [Disabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-23
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    for extra power support. CPU VRM Manual] to configure a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM manual mode is selected. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter
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    %] [120%] [130%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. DRAM Power Phase Control [Extreme] This item allows you to set the power phase control of the DRAM. Configuration options: [Optimized] [Extreme] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-25
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    300 KHz to 500 KHz with an interval of 50 KHz. DO NOT remove the thermal module when the manual mode is selected. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Boot Voltages CPU Core/Cache Boot Voltage [Auto] limit. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    allows you to set the speed at which each clock rises and falls. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.5V/ns] [2.5V/ns] [3.5V/ns] [4.5V/ns] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-27
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    will not be guaranteed Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] This item can only be enabled when the onboard CPU_OV jumper is switched on. Chapter 3 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core/Cache Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Core Voltage Override [Auto] Allows you to configure the CPU Core [1.80000] PLL Termination Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.36000] - [2.10000] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-29
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    : [Auto] [0] - [63] DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB DIMM1 Rank1 BL0-7 [Auto] Configures the DRAM Data REF Voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [63] Chapter 3 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-31
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    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 CPU the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    's power. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) [Auto] This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item allows you to operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-33
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    CFG Lock. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.6.2 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform-related features. Chapter 3 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    options: [Disabled] [L1] PEG ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-35
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    : [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] PCIEx16_2 Link Speed [Auto] This item allows you to configure the PCIEx16_2 slot. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] 3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    3.6.4 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. PCIe Speed [Auto] This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-37
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    the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 Hyper kit Mode [Disabled] Disable this option for M.2 devices. Enable this option for "ASUS Hyper kit" AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on
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    for RAID Remapping. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PCIEX16_3 PCIE Storage RAID Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable PCIE port to SATA enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-39
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    the USB Keyboard and Mouse Simulator. Ensure to install USb driver in your system before you disable this item. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3-40 Chapter
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    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] 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-41
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    definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD Audio] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode with SATA Express_1 PCIE mode disabled. SATA ports are still available if no M.2 device is connected. [SATA Express] The 42 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    the hot-plug notification in Windows operating systems. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the ASPM controller to save energy. Ready" is enabled. [Disabled] LEDs will not light up. Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-43
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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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    to disable or enable the Intel Thunderbolt Technology. Configuration options: [Fully Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] ThunderBolt Boot Support [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the ThunderBolt Boot Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-45
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    you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature / VRM Temperature fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the
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    fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you set of the CPU temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-47
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    controlled according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] [VRM] [PCH] [T_SENSOR1] [EXT_ Sensor1] [EXT_Sensor2] [EXT_Sensor3 to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. Chapter 3 3-48
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    only when you set Chassis Fan 1-4 Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Fan 1-4 Upper Temperature [70] Use the according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] [VRM] [PCH] [T_SENSOR1] [EXT_ Sensor1] [EXT_Sensor2] RPM] [600 RPM] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-49
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    the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you set Water Pump temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. Chapter 3 3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    %. When the CPU temperature is under the limit, the Water Pump will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Anti Surge Support [On] Enable this item for Over Voltage Protection (OVP) and Under Voltage Protection (UVP) functions. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-51
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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]. 3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4G address space if your system supports 64-bit PCI Decoding. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Wait For of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-53
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    Support Module) items to fully support 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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    downloaded db from a USB storage device. Append Key Allows you to load the additional db from a storage device so that more images can be loaded securely. The db file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. DBX Management Chapter 3 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM
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    file from your system. Set New Key Allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] 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.
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    the contents of your SSD may take a while depending on its size. Do not turn off the system during the process. • Secure Erase is only supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout of this manual. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-57
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    Displays the available SSDs Status definition: • Frozen. The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure. The BIOS guards drives that do not have 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. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM
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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 This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration options: [PCIEX16_1] [PCIEX16_2] 3-60 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    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 Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-61
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    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 chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The following
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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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-63
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    the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2. Select by Internet. 3. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press . Chapter 3 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update. 5. Reboot
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    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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 3-65
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    Chapter 3 3-66 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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM
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    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. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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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    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 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 4-7
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    at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Ensure that you have an Administrator account before running the support DVD in your operating system. To run the Support DVD: 1. Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the
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    the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files. To read about your motherboard's software manual: 1. Run the Support DVD. 2. In the Support DVD main menu, click the Manual tab. 3. Click the software manual that you wish to read. Chapter 4 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 4-9
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    applications in the 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 utilities and
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    onscreen instructions. 2. From the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu, select the Utilities tab and Click AI Suite 3. 3. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. If the ASUS motherboard support DVD , Click the AI Suite 3 app on the Start Screen). Chapter 4 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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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    the important items in the AI Suite 3. Click to expand the quick launch area or start quick launch Quick launch area Click to select the available features for AI Suite 3 mini-menu Chapter 4 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 4-13
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    left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Ai Ai Charger+ is available only in selected motherboard models. Ai Charger+ screen Tick to enable or disable Ai Charger+ Click to Charger+. • Ai Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. 4-14 Chapter 4:
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    more details, refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection. • 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 3.1/3.0 device. Chapter 4 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 4-15
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    EZ Using EZ Update Click to automatically update your motherboard driver, software and firmware Z170-PREMIUM Z170-PREMIUM-ASUS-0001.CAP Z170-PREMIUM Click to search and select the BIOS file Click to select a boot logo Click to update the BIOS Chapter 4 4-16 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    Manually update the BIOS and selecting a boot logo Click to search an image file for your boot logo Z170-PREMIUM Z170-PREMIUM-ASUS-0001.CAP Z170-PREMIUM Click to go back to EZ Update main screen Click to proceed the updating BIOS and boot logo After you Click BIOS Update button, Click Flash to
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    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 Z170-PREMIUM Click to check for a new BIOS update available for download Click to cancel the download schedule setting Click to apply
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    for New BIOS Update. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. 2. After the utility detects a new BIOS, Click from the Save to: field, select the USB flash drive, then Click Download. 3. After the download is complete, Click OK. Z170-PREMIUM Chapter 4 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 4-19
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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. 4-20 Chapter 4: Software Support Chapter 4
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    to your smart device Tick to select the smart device Tick to send alert when the components selected are back to its normal status Chapter 4 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 4-21
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    to scan more host computers Tick to select the smart device Click to send your message Tap to delete PC alerts Chapter 4 4-22 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click the MB tab to view the motherboard's information. Z170-PREMIUM Viewing the CPU information Click the CPU tab to view the processor's information. Chapter 4 ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 4-23
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    Viewing the SPD information Click the SPD tab to view the memory's information. Chapter 4 4-24 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    settings Windows Login Select Windows account order and enter your password Chapter 4 • This function is meant for convenience, not for security. • This function is not supported at the account switch screen. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 4-25
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    Function Keys Drag and drop the icons onto F1 to F10 Set the power-on button to a hotkey to use it to wake up your PC when Key Express is installed. Shortcut Select a folder or a program to launch Chapter 4 4-26 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    . 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, panel Set default device button Chapter 4 Analog and digital connector status ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 4-27
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    installed then Click OK. b. If you select Front Speaker Out, Click to select the type of speaker installed then Click OK. Chapter 4 4-28 Chapter 4: Software Support
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    benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 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. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 5-3
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    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 5-4 Chapter 5:RAID Support
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    key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),then press . The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: - RAID 0: 128 KB - main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 5-5
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    "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. 5-6 Chapter 5:RAID Support
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    driver folder. 5. Select 32bit or 64bit folder depending on your operating system. Copy the files of the selected folder to the root path of your USB storage device. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to load the UEFI driver for your optical drive. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM
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    for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. 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. 5-8 Chapter 5:RAID
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    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 Z170-PREMIUM Series A-1
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    Appendices 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
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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 minimized. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series A-3
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    Appendices FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of
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    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 uređ Direktiva EK. Za više informacija molimo pogledajte Deklaraciju o usklađenosti EK. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series A-5
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    Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax Telephone Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen
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    Representative Person's Name : Steve Chang / President Signature : Date : Oct. 16, 2015 Ver. 140331 EC Declaration of PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : Z170-PREMIUM conform with the essential
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