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Motherboard TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 2
part of this manual, including the ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL downloading it from https://www.asus.com/support/ or (2) for the cost you encounter any problems in obtaining the - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 3
vi About this guide...vii TUF Z370-PLUS 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 4
EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-34 3.9.2 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-34 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-34 3.10 Exit menu 3-35 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-36 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-36 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-37 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-39 Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 5
Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 v - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 6
Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vi - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 7
of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 8
of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 9
TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING specifications summary CPU LGA1151 socket for 8th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor 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 the complete CPU support list. Chipset Memory - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 10
TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING specifications summary Audio USB ASUS Special Features Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - DTS Custom for TUF GAMING Headphone - Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduces multi-lateral interference - Dedicated audio - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 11
TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Back Panel I/O Ports ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Ai Charger - ASUS AI Suite 3 EZ DIY UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS O.C. - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 12
TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 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 connectors ( - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 13
package for the following items: User Manual ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING motherboard Technical documentations, 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 14
Installation tools and components Graphics card (optional) Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel® LGA1151 CPU Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 15
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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 1-1 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 16
Motherboard layout 1 23 2 4 2 24.4cm(9.6in) KBMS_USB910 DVI EATX12V CPU_FAN DIGI+ EPU AIO_PUMP U31G1_C7 HDMI LGA1151 U31G2_E12 ASM 1142 LAN_U31G1_56 TUF LANGuard AUDIO WGI 219V CHA_FAN2 PCIEX1_1 2280 2260 2242 ® PCIEX16_1 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING USB1314 128Mb BIOS U31G1_34 PANEL - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 17
-5 pin PANEL) 10. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; USB1314) 11. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-16 1-15 1-4 1-5 1-10 1-14 1-18 1-12 1-17 1-13 1-9 1-12 1-13 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 1-3 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 18
TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING CPU LGA1151 • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 19
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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 288-pin - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 20
Windows® OS when you want to install 4 GB or more on the motherboard. b) For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 21
or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 PCIEX1_1 ® PCIEX16_1 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 22
sufficient power 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 23
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 turn on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 1-9 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 24
® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING RGB_HEADER B R G +12V PIN 1 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING RGB_HEADER connector 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 power - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 25
to cast a stunning multi-color glow across your build, change shades to indicate CPU temperature, pulsate in time to the beat of your music, or set your favorite color for each pair of LEDs. ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING RGB LED Lighting RGB LED ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 1-11 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 26
GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING Intel® SATA 6 Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 27
supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING USB2.0 connectors DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 28
efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. Vbus IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING A U31G1_12 B U31G1_34 A Vbus IntA_P2_SSRX- IntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTX- IntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_D- IntA_P2_D+ PIN - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 29
caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure that the CPU FAN cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power. • Connect the fan of your water cooling kit to the AIO_PUMP / W_PUMP+ connector. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 1-15 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 30
Power 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 31
supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR_LED- PWR_SW SPEAKER PLED+ PLEDPWR Ground +5V_SPKO Ground Ground Speaker HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- Ground RESET NC PLED+ PLED- ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING PANEL PIN 1 +HDD_LED- RESET +PWR_LED- TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING • ATX power ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 1-17 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 32
(M.2_1; M.2_2) These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. A M.2_1(SOCKET3) ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2280 2260 2242 B A M.2_2(SOCKET3) B 2280 2260 2242 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING M.2 sockets • M.2_1/2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 33
steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 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 2-1 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 34
3. Place eight screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 35
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 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-3 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 36
is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • 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 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 37
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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-5 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 38
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 39
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-7 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 40
2.1.5 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 41
2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 Chapter 2 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-9 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 42
2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 43
2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-11 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 44
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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 45
Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 1 2 3 4 5 9 87 6 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. DVI-D port 3. Gen 2 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-13 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 46
(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 (Rear panel - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 47
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 Speakers ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-15 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 48
Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 8 Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 49
ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 50
failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. BIOS settings and options may vary due to different BIOS release versions. Please refer to the latest BIOS version for settings and options. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-1 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 51
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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 52
fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and resets the system Click to go to Advanced mode Search on the FAQ Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 53
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 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 54
Wizard (F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-5 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 55
Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 56
to select a fan to be configured Click to activate PWM Mode Click to activate DC Mode Select a profile to apply to your fans Click to apply the fan setting Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-7 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 57
Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 58
EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. You can 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 59
. 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 60
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 3-11 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 61
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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 62
on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-13 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 63
section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Ai Overclock Tuner Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 64
ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings. AVX Instruction CPU fan for CPU and graphics loading before selecting either [Ratio Tuning] or [BCLK + Ratio Tuning]. To keep the current overclocking ]. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-15 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 65
frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. CPU VRM Switching Frequency This item affects the VRM transient response speed and the component thermal - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 66
overclocking, or under a high GT loading for extra power support. CPU Graphics VRM Switching Frequency This item affects the CPU Graphics transient response speed and the component thermal production. Select [Manual interval. CPU Graphics Power Duty Control Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-17 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 67
the current VRM balance. CPU Graphics Power Phase Control CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU Time Window Also known as Power Limit 1, this item allows you to maintain the time window for motherboard configurations. Realtime Memory Timing Chapter 3 3-18 Chapter - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 68
[400MHz] [800MHz] [1GHz]. 1GHz is not supported for ULT/TLX SKUs. Internal PLL Voltage Allows you CPU Cache Ratio Allows you to set the possible maximum CPU cache ratio. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 8 to 42 with a 1 interval. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 69
to the CPU Graphics Voltage. Manual mode allows user-defined values. Offset mode modifies values by SVID. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage Mode to [Manual Mode]. Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 70
range from 0.600V to 1.700V with a 0.005V interval. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage Mode to [Offset Mode]. Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. menu allow you to set the DRAM REF Voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-21 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 71
menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the ASPM [Disabled] [Enabled] Windows® Vista OS controls the ASPM (active state power management) support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. PCH - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 72
] [5 ms] [10 ms] ~ [1 sec] 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: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-23 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 73
Address Space (Only if System Supports 64bit PCI Decoding). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration Allows you to select a primary display from CPU, PCIE and PCI graphical devices . Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 74
this item to [Enabled] to support DRAM address remapping for 64-bit Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices ). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-25 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 75
Support message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. Configuration options: [On] you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.6 PCH [PCIE mode] Only supports M.2 SATA devices. Please note that SATA6G_1 port cannot be - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 76
Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] RGB LED lighting When system is in working state This item allows you Switch [Auto] Switch off the Type C power if the device is not supported. [Enabled] Switch on the Type C power for the device. 3.6.8 APM ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-27 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 77
on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Your system supports the USB devices in legacy operating systems. [Disabled] Your USB devices can be used for BIOS setup - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 78
depending on the CPU temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-29 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 79
appear only when you set the Chassis Fan 1/2 Q-Fan Control to [PWM Mode] or [DC Mode]. Chassis Fan 1/2 Q-Fan Source [CPU] This item controls the assigned fan according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] Chassis Fan 1/2 Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] This - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 80
achieve maximum chassis fan speed. Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you set Chassis Fan 1/2 Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Fan 1/2 Upper Temperature the next boot after an AC power loss. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-31 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 81
based on Windows® display requirements error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 82
when 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-33 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 83
and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system 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. Profile Name This item allows you to key in a profile name. Save - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 84
or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Ok to discard changes and exit. Launch EFI Shell from USB drives This item allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-35 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 85
utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. EZ Update: Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. ASUS EZ Flash 3: Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 86
BIOS, and then press . 5. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to switch to the Folder field. 6. 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 87
Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 2. Select via 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 88
to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings. 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-39 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 89
Chapter 3 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 90
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 4-1 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 91
4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Disabled]. 5. Save your changes and exit the BIOS Setup, then enter the BIOS Setup again. 6. Go to the - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 92
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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 4-3 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 93
the Create Volume item is selected, press to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: RAID Support - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 94
, press , then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 4-5 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 95
-RAID Disk The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen 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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 96
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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 4-7 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 97
volume? (Y/N) 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: RAID Support - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 98
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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 4-9 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 99
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. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 100
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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING A-1 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 101
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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 102
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 A-3 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 103
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 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 104
Harkort 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 A-5 - Asus TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING | User Guide - Page 105
2 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 : TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING Conforms to the following specifications
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