Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II Users Manual English

Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II Manual

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    Motherboard TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II
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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...vi TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II specifications summary viii Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii 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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    Platform Misc Configuration 3-15 3.6.2 CPU Configuration 3-16 3.6.3 System Agent ( ASUS User Profile 3-21 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-21 3.10 Exit menu 3-22 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-23 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-23 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-24 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-26 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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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. v
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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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    TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Audio Intel® Socket 1151 for Intel® Core™ 9000 series, 8th Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The
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    TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II specifications summary Storage LAN USB ASUS Special Features Intel® CPU with Intel® Rapid Storage Technology support (RAID 0 & RAID 1) - The PCIEX16_1 slot supports up to 3 Intel® PCIe NVME SSDs via a Hyper M.2 x16 series Card.* Intel® Z370 this card under BIOS settings. **
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    TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Back Panel I/O Ports Superb Performance OptiMem - Improved DDR4 stability Turbo LAN - Experience smooth onlien gaming with lower pings and less lags M.2 onboard - The latest transfer technologies
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    TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form Factor 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s
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    items: User Manual ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II motherboard Technical documentations, TUF certification card Support DVD 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x I/O Shield 1 x TUF GAMING sticker • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The
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    Graphics card (optional) Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel® LGA1151 CPU Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xiii
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    Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 1-1
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    Motherboard layout 1 23 24 24.4cm(9.6in) KBMS_USB910 EATX12V DVI DIGI+ VRM CPU_FAN CPU_OPT U31G1_C7 HDMI LGA1151 U31G2_E12 ASM 1142 LAN_U31G1_56 AUDIO AAFP PCIEX1_4 SPDIF_OUT 22110 2280 2260 2242 CLRTC USB1112 USB1314 128Mb BIOS U31G1_34 PANEL 13 12 11 10 6 9 M.2_2(SOCKET3
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    4-pin CPU_OPT, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2; 4-pin AIO_PUMP) 3. LGA1151 CPU socket 4. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. RGB headers (4-pin audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-14 1-13 1-4 1-5 1-17 1-12 1-16 1-10 1-15 1-11 1-9 1-10 1-11 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II
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    ® and Celeron® processors. TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II CPU LGA1151 • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap
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    1.1.4 System 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. TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 288-pin DDR4 DIMM
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    at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install
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    motherboard components. Chapter 1 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX1_4 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_4 slot ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING
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    when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. Hyper M.2 X16 card configuration 3 Intel® SSD on CPU support PCI Express 3.0 operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 x8
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    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 turn on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 1-9
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    BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. 2. Digital audio 5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II Digital Audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
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    PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L AAFP HD-audio-compliant pin definition TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II Front panel audio connector We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 4. USB 2.0 connectors (10
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    + GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ PIN 1 Vbus IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND PIN 1 B TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. The plugged USB 3.1 Gen
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    AIO PUMP PWM TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II Fan connectors • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure that the CPU FAN cable
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    -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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12V
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    (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR_LED- PWR_SW SPEAKER PANEL PIN 1 +HDD_LED- RESET +PWR_LED- TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II System panel connector • System power LED for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 1-15
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    2_2) These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. A M.2_1(SOCKET3) 2280 2260 2242 B A M.2_2(SOCKET3) B 22110 2280 2260 2242 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II M.2 sockets • The M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices. • The M.2_2 socket
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    PIN 1 B R G +12V PIN 1 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II RGB_HEADER connectors The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is operating. • The LED strips are purchased separately. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 1-
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    Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 2-1
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    Chapter 2 2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling systems and CPU before you install the cooling systems and fan, if necessary. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 2-3
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    To install an AIO cooler Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT The illustrations in this section are for reference only. Please refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard Layout for the actual location of the header(s). 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.3 Motherboard installation 1. Install the ASUS I/O 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 2-5
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    3. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 2-7
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    2.1.5 ATX power connection OR Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP To install USB 2.0 connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector USB 2.0 USB 3.1 Gen 1 Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 2-9
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    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 2-11
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    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. • Remove the screw on the motherboard (marked red in the above illustration) if you do not use the onboard M.2 Heatsink. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 2-13
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    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, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime
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    Chapter 2 2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 2-15
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    Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    or call your retailer for assistance. BIOS Beep One short key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.4 BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II
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    Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as TZ370PG2.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II
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    setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support Bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced
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    the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 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 to EZ Mode Pop-up Menu 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 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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    Fan Control The Q-Fan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click to Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 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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    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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II
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    . 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. Check the available
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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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 3-11
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    3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing
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    your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 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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    Cores] [Per Core] [AI Optimized] The [AI Optimized] item appears only when you use an unlocked CPU. DRAM Odd Ratio Mode Allows you to enable or disable the DRAM Odd Ratio Mode, which provides better you to change the ASPM for PCH and SA PCI Express. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 3-15
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    that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. CPU - Power Management Control This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options
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    allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled Audio Controller This item allows you to use the Azalia High Definition Audio Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II
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    [SATA Mode] Supports M.2 SATA devices only. SATA6G_1 port will be disabled. [PCIE Mode] Supports M.2 PCIe devices Switch off the Type C power if the device is not supported. [Enabled] Switch on the Type C power for the Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. Chapter 3 3-18
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    items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 3.6.11 HDD/SSD SMART Information The items in this menu display 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. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 3-19
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    Support Module) items to fully support support the nonUEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows UEFI mode. Disable the CSM to fully support the Windows secure update only] [UEFI driver first] Boot only] [UEFI driver first] Boot from [UEFI driver first] when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override
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    while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 3-21
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    menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized .efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. Chapter 3 3-22 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 3-23
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    varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet. To update the BIOS by USB: 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 2. Insert the USB flash disk
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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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 3-25
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    ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails 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 updated BIOS
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    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. Chapter 4 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II 4-1
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    Chapter 4 4-2 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that . - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II A-1
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    Appendix Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
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    our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment . ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II A-3
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    con le direttive correlate. Il testo completo della dichiarazione di conformità UE è disponibile all'indirizzo: www.asus.com/support ASUS www.asus.com/support ASUSTeK Computer Inc www.asus.com/support Hrvatski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan s bitnim zahtjevima
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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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING II A-5
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    Appendix A-6 Appendix
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Motherboard
TUF Z370-PLUS
GAMING II