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    Motherboard ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING
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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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    About this guide...vii ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU
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    ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-22 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-24 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-24 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-25 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-25 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-26 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS
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    Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-6 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-10 4.2.1
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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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    of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides
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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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    ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Intel® Socket 1151 for 8th Generation Core™ Processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The support of these features depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list.
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    ® Processors. Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. ROG SupremeFX S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback* - Impedance sense for front and
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    ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING specifications summary LAN Wireless & Bluetooth ROG Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features Intel® I219-V Gigabit LAN- Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst Technology Wi-Fi 802.11
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    ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability 1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 front panel connector 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors support additional 4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 x USB 2.0 ports 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x
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    1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x CPU Installation tool 1 x ROG cable label 1 x ROG fan label 1 x 3D Printing Mount 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x CPU Fan holder 1 x Pack of cable ties 1 x ROG STRIX Door hanger ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If
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    Intel® 1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® 1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components listed above are not included in the motherboard package. xiv
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    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 ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 1-1
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    Chapter 1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1 2 24.4cm(9.6in) 19 CPU_OV M.2(WIFI) EATX12V USB31G2_EC1 ASM 3142 ASM1480 Super I/O PCIE_X1_2 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIE_X1_3 ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING Intel® Z370 PCIE_X1_4 AAFP COM PCIE_X8_2 T_SENSOR1 M.2_1(SOCKET3) TPU PCIE_X4 RGB_HEADER1
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    ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) 2. LGA1151 CPU socket 3. CPU, CPU 6G_56) 11. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) 12 CPU over voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) Page 1-17 1-4 1-15 1-5 1-20 1-10 1-13 1-19 1-14 1-12 1-9 1-17 1-14 1-21 1-18 1-18 1-13 1-19 1-10 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING
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    STRIX Z370-E GAMING ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING CPU LGA1151 • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the
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    memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 288-pin
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    load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133MHz and their corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and compatibility of the memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed
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    motherboard components. Chapter 1 PCIE_X1_1 PCIE_X16/X8_1 PCIE_X1_2 PCIE_X1_3 ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING PCIE_X8_2 PCIE_X1_4 PCIE_X4 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIE_x1_1 slot PCIE_x16/x8_1 slot PCIE_x1_2 slot PCIE_x1_3 slot PCIE_x8_2 slot PCIE_x1_4 slot PCIE_x4 slot ASUS ROG
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    SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. Hyper M.2 X16 card configuration 2 Intel® SSDs on CPU support 3 Intel® SSDs on CPU support PCI Express 3.0 operating mode PCIe_x16/x8_1 PCIe_x8_2
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    so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 1-9
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    1 ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING CPU_OV setting 3. 3D Mount Secure 3D printed parts to these 3D Mount holes for a personalized motherboard. 3D Mount ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3D Mount 3D Mount ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3D Printing Mount • Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com
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    found, the critical component's LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. BOOT (YELLOW GREEN) VGA (WHITE) DRAM (YELLOW) CPU (RED) ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING CPU/DRAM/BOOT_DEVICE/VGA LED 2. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The LED lights up to
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    GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING Intel® SATA 6 Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel
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    -generation standard is completely backward-compatible with your existing USB devices. ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING U31G2_E3 SBU2 SBU1 CC1 VBUS RX1RX1+ GND TX1TX1+ VBUS VBUS TX2+ TX2GND RX2+ RX2GND DD+ CC2 ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 1-13
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    with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. USB910 USB1112 USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING USB2.0 connectors 1-14
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    ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING Fan connectors M.2 PWM M.2 IN M.2 PWR GND • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. • Connect the fan of your water cooling kit to the AIO_PUMP connector. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370
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    OK -5 Volts GND PIN 1 +5 Volts GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND +5 Volts PSON# GND GND +3 Volts -12 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with
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    supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED PWRSW SPEAKER PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND +5V Ground Ground Speaker Intruder# ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING PANEL PIN 1 CHASSIS HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- Ground RSTCON# NC PLED+ PLED- GND HDD_LED RESET PLED ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING warnings. • ATX power button/soft
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    1 9. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores the system chassis. RXD1 DTR1 DSR1 CTS1 ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING COM PIN 1 DCD1 TXD1 GND RTS1# PI1# ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING Serial port connector The COM module is purchased
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    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. ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING T_SENSOR GND PIN 1 SENSOR IN ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING T_SENSOR connector ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 1-19
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    STRIX Z370-E GAMING B ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING RGB_HEADER connectors The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX header on the motherboard. • The
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    driver ICs. ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING EXTREME ADD header The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and a maximum of 60 LEDs. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX
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    Chapter 1 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 2-1
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    3. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING 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 ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 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 ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 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 ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 2-7
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    2.1.5 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 2-9
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    Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install USB 3.1 Gen2 connector USB 3.1 Gen2 To install USB 3.1 Gen1 connector This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen1 To
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    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 2-11
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    To install HYPER M.2 x4 card Chapter 2 The SSD card is purchased separately. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 • Please remove the plastic film from the thermal pad before use. • Use the bundled M.2 screws to secure the M.2. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 2-13
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    Chapter 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. Use the bundled M.2 screws to secure the M.2. 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the , but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models. Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 2-15
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    Chapter 2 2.1.11 Fan holder installation To install the Fan holder and fan 1 2 3 ® STRIX Z370-E GAMING 5 4 When using high performance settings whilst overclocking, ensure to install the fan holder for additional fan(s). • You may install 40mm x 40mm fans or 50mm x 50mm fans. • Fans are
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    Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 1 2 3 4 5 6 3.1 Gen1 ports 10. Optical S/PDIF Out port 11. Audio I/O ports*** * Support for the Bluetooth specification depends on the Windows® version. ** and *** : Refer . ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 2-17
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    (Blinking Ready to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. *** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink
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    2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2 channel Speakers ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 2-19
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    Connect to 4 channel Speakers Connect to 6 channel Speakers Chapter 2 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    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 ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 2-21
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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. 2.4 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 Z370EGAM.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING
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    and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.6 Jumpers and holes for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS jumper. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen
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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 options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3-3
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    The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer Go back to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    (F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3-5
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    Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the
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    QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3-7
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    configure your fans' operating speed. Chapter 3 Speed points To configure your fans: Select to manually configure your fans 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust
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    Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. You the BIOS screen to open 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING
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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 ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 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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    on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3-13
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    section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Ai Overclock Tuner Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to
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    DDR4-800MHz] - [DDR4-4266MHz] TPU This item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings and specification limit. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3-15
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    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 CPU to be supported. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Turbo Mode This item allows you to automatically set the CPU cores to
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    Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING
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    ] and allows you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.6 PCH-FW Configuration detected. [Enabled] Two or three SSDs installed onto the Hyper M.2 X16 card can be detected. The number of SSDs that can be detected varies with Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    The items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information The items in this menu display the SMART information of the USB ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3-19
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    you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the 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
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    the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3-21
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    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 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of this manual. Chapter 3 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    . SSDs might be locked if the Secure Erase process is either incomplete or was stopped. This may be due to a third 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 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING
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    about the graphics card installed in your system. GPU Post This item displays the information and recommended configuration for the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3-25
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    region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet. To update the BIOS via Storage Device(s): 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2. Insert the USB flash
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    complete the update. 5. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 3-27
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    or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want
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    motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configuration. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, you have to create a RAID driver . Chapter 4 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 4-1
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    UEFI BIOS: 1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Go to the Advanced menu > PCH Storage Configuration, then press . 3. Set the SATA Controller Mode Selection item to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. 4. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module
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    to create, and then press . 4. Under Select Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 4-3
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    the Create Volume item is selected, press to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    , press , then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 4-5
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    Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. 4. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Enabled]. 5. Save your changes, exit the BIOS Setup, then reboot your system. 6. During POST, press + to display the utility main menu. RAID Volumes
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    Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done Chapter 4 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 4-7
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    volume? (Y/N) 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    delete "Volume0"? (Y/N): 3. Press to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING 4-9
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    RAID driver. 2. Insert the support USB drive with RAID driver into the USB port, and then click Browse. 3. Click the name of the device you've inserted, go to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to
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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 ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING A-1
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    Appendix Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, RSS-210, and CAN ICES3(B)/NMB-3(B). This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
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    ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING A-3
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    Appendix 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 the
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    EU Declaration of Conformity of this device has been updated. This device now complies with Radio Equipment Directive 2014 teksts pieejams šeit: https://www.asus.com/support/ Wi-Fi darbība 5150-5350 MHz ir jāierobežo lietošanai telpās valstīs, kuras norādītas tālāk. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING A-5
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    kraven och andra relevanta bestämmelser i direktiv 2014/53/EU. Fullständig text av EU-försäkran om överensstämmelse finns på https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi som använder 5150-5350 MHz kommer att begränsas för användning inomhus i de länder som anges i tabellen: ASUSTek Computer Inc 2014
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    Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING A-7
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    Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING Conforms to the following specifications
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