Table of Contents
- Safety information
- Chapter 1: Product Introduction
- Chapter 2: Basic Installation
- 2.1 Building your PC system
- 2.1.1 Motherboard installation
- 2.1.2 CPU installation
- 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation
- 2.1.4 DIMM installation
- 2.1.5 ATX power connection
- 2.1.6 SATA device connection
- 2.1.7 Front I/O connector
- 2.1.8 Expansion card installation
- 2.1.9 M.2 installation
- 2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation
- 2.1.11 Fan holder installation
- 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections
- 2.3 Starting up for the first time
- 2.4 Turning off the computer
- 2.1 Building your PC system
- Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
- 3.1 Knowing BIOS
- 3.2 BIOS setup program
- 3.3 My Favorites
- 3.4 Main menu
- 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu
- 3.6 Advanced menu
- 3.6.1 Platform Misc Configuration
- 3.6.2 CPU Configuration
- 3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration
- 3.6.4 PCH Configuration
- 3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration
- 3.6.6 PCH-FW Configuration
- 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration
- 3.6.8 APM Configuration
- 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration
- 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information
- 3.6.11 USB Configuration
- 3.7 Monitor menu
- 3.8 Boot menu
- 3.9 Tool menu
- 3.10 Exit menu
- 3.11 Updating BIOS
- Chapter 4: RAID Support
- Appendix
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ROG STRIX
Z370-G GAMING
(WI-FI AC)
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E13613
Revised Edition v2
Oct. 2017
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Contents
Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi
About this guide ........................................................................................................ vii
ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC) 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) ...................................................1-4
1.1.4 System memory ..........................................................................1-5
1.1.5 Expansion slots ........................................................................... 1-7
1.1.6 Jumpers ......................................................................................1-9
1.1.7 Onboard LEDs ..........................................................................1-10
1.1.8 Internal connectors....................................................................1-11
Chapter 2: Basic Installation
2.1 Building your PC system ...........................................................................2-1
2.1.1 Motherboard installation ..............................................................2-1
2.1.2 CPU installation...........................................................................2-3
2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation ...............................2-5
2.1.4 DIMM installation.........................................................................2-7
2.1.5 ATX power connection ................................................................ 2-8
2.1.6 SATA device connection ............................................................. 2-9
2.1.7 Front I/O connector ...................................................................2-10
2.1.8 Expansion card installation .......................................................2-11
2.1.9 M.2 installation ..........................................................................2-13
2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation ..........................................................2-15
2.1.11 Fan holder installation ............................................................... 2-16
2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections .............................................2-17
2.2.1 Rear I/O connection ..................................................................2-17
2.2.2 Audio I/O connections ............................................................... 2-18
2.3 Starting up for the first time ....................................................................2-21
2.4 Turning off the computer ........................................................................2-21
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Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................3-1
3.2 BIOS setup program ..................................................................................3-2
3.2.1 EZ Mode......................................................................................3-3
3.2.2 Advanced Mode ..........................................................................3-4
3.2.3 QFan Control...............................................................................3-7
3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard .......................................................................3-9
3.3 My Favorites .............................................................................................3-12
3.4 Main menu ................................................................................................3-14
3.5 Ai Tweaker menu ......................................................................................3-14
3.6 Advanced menu .......................................................................................3-16
3.6.1 Platform Misc Conguration ...................................................... 3-16
3.6.2 CPU Conguration ....................................................................3-16
3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Conguration ............................................. 3-16
3.6.4 PCH Conguration ....................................................................3-17
3.6.5 PCH Storage Conguration.......................................................3-17
3.6.6 PCH-FW Conguration .............................................................3-18
3.6.7 Onboard Devices Conguration ................................................ 3-18
3.6.8 APM Conguration .................................................................... 3-18
3.6.9 Network Stack Conguration.....................................................3-18
3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information .................................................3-18
3.6.11 USB Conguration ....................................................................3-19
3.7 Monitor menu ...........................................................................................3-19
3.8 Boot menu ................................................................................................3-20
3.9 Tool menu ................................................................................................. 3-21
3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............................................................3-21
3.9.2 Secure Erase ............................................................................3-22
3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Prole .......................................................3-23
3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information ............................................................. 3-23
3.9.5 Graphics Card Information ........................................................ 3-23
3.10 Exit menu .................................................................................................. 3-24
3.11 Updating BIOS ..........................................................................................3-24
3.11.1 EZ Update ................................................................................. 3-24
3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ...................................................................... 3-25
3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ..........................................................3-27
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Chapter 4: RAID Support
4.1 RAID configurations ..................................................................................4-1
4.1.1 RAID denitions ..........................................................................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 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® .................................4-10
Appendix
Notices .................................................................................................................... A-1
ASUS contact information ...................................................................................... A-7
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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet
before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the
motherboard.
2. Chapter 2: Basic Installation
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when
installing system components.
3. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
4. Chapter 4: RAID Support
This chapter describes the RAID congurations.
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 updated information on ASUS hardware
and software products.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note 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.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign
means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
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ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC) specifications
summary
CPU
Intel® Socket 1151 for 8th Generation Core™ Processors
Supports Intel® 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.
Chipset Intel® Z370 Chipset
Memory
4 x DIMM, max. 64GB DDR4 4000(OC)* / 3866(OC)* / 3733(OC)* /
3600(OC)* / 3466(OC)* / 3400(OC)* / 3333(OC)* / 3300(OC)* /
3200(OC)* / 3000(OC)* / 2800(OC)* / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz
Dual channel memory architecture*
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Prole (XMP)**
* For DRAM compatibility and performance, please use A2 slot for priority 1.
** Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details.
Expansion slots
2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (supports x16, x8/x8, x8/x4 x4*, x8+x4+x4/x0**)
2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 slot
* For 2 Intel® SSD on CPU support, install a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately)
into the PCIeX8_2 slot, enable this card under BIOS settings.
* For 3 Intel® SSD on CPU support, install a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately)
into the PCIeX16/X8_1 slot, then enable this card under BIOS settings.
VGA
Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel® HD Graphics support
Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DisplayPort 1.2 ports
Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz
Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz
Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology,
Insider™
Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously
Maximum shared memory of 1024MB
DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor
daisy chain up to 3 displays.
Multi-GPU
support
Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way SLI™ Technology
Supports AMD® 2-Way CrossFireX™ Technology
Rear Panel I/O
Ports
1 x ASUS Wi-Fi module (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.2)
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI port
1 x LAN (RJ45) port
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2, Type-A
2 x USB 2.0
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
1 x Optical S/PDI Fout
5 x Audio jack(s)
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ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC) specifications
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Storage
Intel® Z370 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage
Technology support
- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
- 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 modes)*
- 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices
support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
- Ready for Intel® Optane Memory**
* The M.2_1 socket shares bandwidth with SATA_1 port when using M.2 SATA
mode device. Adjust BIOS settings to use SATA device.
** Intel® Optane Technology is only supported when using 8th Generation Intel®
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.
Audio
ROG SupremeFX S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback*
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR
recording input
- SupremeFX Shielding Technology
- Dual Headphone Ampliers
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
Audio Features:
- Sonic Radar III
- Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Link
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for
8-Channel audio
USB
Intel® Z370 Chipset*:
- 6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board)
- 6 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, black, 4 at mid-board)
ASMedia® USB 3.1 controller*:
- 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (2 at back panel, red, Type-A)
* Supports 3A power output.
Wireless &
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz with MU-
MIMO support
Bluetooth v4.2,4.0LE, 3.0+HS
LAN
Intel® I219V, Dual interconnect between the Integrated Media Access
Controller (MAC) and Physical Layer (PHY)
Anti-surge LANGuard
ROG GameFirst Technology
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summary
ROG Exclusive
Features
ROG RAMCache II
ROG GameFirst IV
ROG CPU-Z
ROG Overwolf
ROG CloneDrive
ASUS Special
Features
Performance Optimization:
5-way Optimization
- Whole system optimization with a single click! Perfectly consolidates better
CPU performance, power saving digital power control, system cooling and
app usages
Digi+VRM
EPU
- EPU
TPU
- Auto Tuning, TPU, GPU Boost
Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning Function and multiple thermistors
selection for optimized system cooling control
AURA
- Aura Lighting Control
- Aura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices
ASUS Exclusive Features
- AI Suite 3
- AI Charger
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
ASUS Q-Design
- Q-Shield
- Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- Q-Slot
- Q-DIMM
Gamer’s Gurdian
- SafeSlot
- DIGI+ VRM
- DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- ESD Guards on LAN, Audio and USB ports
- Highly Durable Componnets
- Stainless Steel Back I/O
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summary
Internal I/O
connectors
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s)
2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) supports additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 (SATA&PCIE 3.0 x 4
mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIE 3.0 x 4
mode)* Vertical near to PWR 24-pin
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector (1 x 4 -pin)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector (1 x 4 -pin)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (2 x 4 -pin)
1 x W_PUMP+ connector (1 x 4 -pin)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector
1 x Thermal sensor connector
1 x AAFP connector
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x System panel connector
1 x CPU_OV jumper
BIOS Features
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI
6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ
Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modied log, F12
PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory
information
Manageability WfM2.0, DMI3.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Support DVD
contents
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
EZ Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Operating
system support Windows® 10 64-bit
Form factor Micro ATX Form Factor , 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm )
Specications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for
the latest specications.
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC)
Cables
4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
1 x SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-S)
1 x Thermal sensor cable
Accessories
1 x I/O shield
1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi
802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant)
1 x CPU Fan holder
1 x CPU Installation tool
1 x Cable ties pack(s)
1 x MB CABLEMOD COUPON
1 x STRIX DOOR HANGER
1 x M.2 screws Package
1 x STRIX Series sticker
1 x Vertical M.2 bracket set
Application drive ROG motherboard support DVD
Documentation User guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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Installation tools and components
The tools and components listed above are not included in the motherboard package.
PC chassis
Power supply unit
Intel® 1151 compatible CPU Fan
Intel® 1151 CPU
DIMM
SATA hard disk drive
Graphics card
Phillips (cross) screwdriver
SATA optical disc drive (optional)
1 bag of screws
ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC) 1-1
Chapter 1
Product Introduction
1
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
• Unplugthepowercordfromthewallsocketbeforetouchinganycomponent.
• Beforehandlingcomponents,useagroundedwriststraportouchasafelygrounded
objectorametalobject,suchasthepowersupplycase,toavoiddamagingthemdue
tostaticelectricity.
• HoldcomponentsbytheedgestoavoidtouchingtheICsonthem.
• Wheneveryouuninstallanycomponent,placeitonagroundedantistaticpadorinthe
bagthatcamewiththecomponent.
• Beforeyouinstallorremoveanycomponent,ensurethattheATXpowersupplyis
switchedofforthepowercordisdetachedfromthepowersupply.Failuretodoso
maycauseseveredamagetothemotherboard,peripherals,orcomponents.
1.1 Motherboard overview
1.1.1 Before you proceed
Takenoteofthefollowingprecautionsbeforeyouinstallmotherboardcomponentsorchange
anymotherboardsettings.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1
Referto1.1.8 Internal connectorsand2.2.1 Rear I/O connectionformoreinformation
aboutrearpanelconnectorsandinternalconnectors.
1.1.2 Motherboard layout
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STRIX Z370-G GAMING (Wi-Fi AC)
DDR4 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 288-pin module)
DDR4 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 288-pin module)
DDR4 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 288-pin module)
DDR4 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 288-pin module)
ASM
3142
ASM
1442K
DIGI+
EPU
TPU
ASM1480 ASM1480 ASM1480 ASM1480
WGI
219V
BOOT_DEVICE_LED
VGA_LED
DRAM_LED
CPU_LED
W_PUMP+
CPU_OPT
CPU_FAN
CHA_FAN1
CHA_FAN2
128Mb
BIOS
CLRTC
M.2_1(SOCKET3)
M.2_1(SOCKET3)
T_SENSOR1 PANEL
AAFP
SATA6G_1
SATA6G_2
SATA6G_3
SATA6G_4
SATA6G_5
SATA6G_6
EATX12V
CPU_OV
LGA1151
EATXPWR
U31G1_34
Intel®
Z370
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
USB910
U31G2_E12
HDMI_DP
AUDIO
Super
I/O
PCIE_X1_1
PCIE_X1_2 2280 2260 2242
PCIEX16/X8_1
PCIEX8_2
USB1314USB1112
LAN_U31G1_56
KBMS
_U31G1_12
LANGuard
24.4cm(9.6in)
24.4cm(9.6in)
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA IRST
X4 V V
PCIE SATA IRST
X4 X V
6
3
2
7
3 6 813
21 543 3
911 1012
ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC) 1-3
Chapter 1
Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page
1. CPUOverVoltagejumper(3-pinCPU_OV) 1-10
2. ATXpowerconnectors(24-pinEATXPWR;8-pinEATX12V) 1-15
3. CPU,CPUoptional,waterpump,andchassisfanconnectors(4-pinCPU_
FAN;4-pinCPU_OPT;4-pinW_PUMP;4-pinCHA_FAN1-2) 1-14
4. LGA1151CPUsocket 1-4
5. DDR4DIMMslots 1-5
6. M.2sockets(M.2_1;M.2_2) 1-12
7. Intel®SerialATA6Gb/sconnectors(7-pinSATA6G_12,SATA6G_34,
SATA6G_56) 1-11
8. Systempanelconnector(20-5pinPANEL) 1-16
9. Thermalsensorcableconnector(2-pinT_SENSOR1) 1-14
10. ClearRTCRAMjumper(2-pinCLRTC) 1-9
11. USB3.1Gen1connectors(20-1pinU31G1_34) 1-13
12. USB2.0connectors(10-1pinUSB1112,USB13142) 1-13
13. Frontpanelaudioconnector(10-1pinAAFP) 1-12
1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1
1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
ThemotherboardcomeswithasurfacemountLGA1151socketdesignedforthe8th
GenerationCore™Processors.
• EnsurethatallpowercablesareunpluggedbeforeinstallingtheCPU.
• Uponpurchaseofthemotherboard,ensurethatthePnPcapisonthesocketand
thesocketcontactsarenotbent.ContactyourretailerimmediatelyifthePnPcap
ismissing,orifyouseeanydamagetothePnPcap/socketcontacts/motherboard
components.ASUSwillshoulderthecostofrepaironlyifthedamageisshipment/
transit-related.
• Keepthecapafterinstallingthemotherboard.ASUSwillprocessReturnMerchandise
Authorization(RMA)requestsonlyifthemotherboardcomeswiththecaponthe
LGA1151socket.
• Theproductwarrantydoesnotcoverdamagetothesocketcontactsresultingfrom
incorrectCPUinstallation/removal,ormisplacement/loss/incorrectremovalofthePnP
cap.
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ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC) CPU LGA1151
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Recommended memory configurations
1.1.4 System memory
ThemotherboardcomeswithfourDDR4(DoubleDataRate4)DualInlineMemoryModules
(DIMM)slots.
ADDR4moduleisnotcheddifferentlyfromaDDR,DDR2,orDDR3module.DONOT
installaDDR,DDR2,orDDR3memorymoduletotheDDR4slot.
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288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2
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• YoumayinstallvaryingmemorysizesinChannelA,andChannelB.Thesystem
mapsthetotalsizeofthelower-sizedchannelforthedual-channelconguration.Any
excessmemoryfromthehigher-sizedchannelisthenmappedforsingle-channel
operation.
• Formoredetails,refertotheMicrosoft®supportsiteathttp://support.microsoft.
com/kb/929605/en-us.
• ThedesignoftheDIMMfanmayvary.EnsurethattheDIMMfantstothe
motherboard
• ThedefaultmemoryoperationfrequencyisdependentonitsSerialPresenceDetect
(SPD),whichisthestandardwayofaccessinginformationfromamemorymodule.
Underthedefaultstate,somememorymodulesforoverclockingmayoperateata
lowerfrequencythanthevendor-markedvalue.
• Forsystemstability,useamoreefcientmemorycoolingsystemtosupportafull
memoryload(4DIMMs)oroverclockingcondition.
• Memorymoduleswithmemoryfrequencyhigherthan2133MHzandtheir
correspondingtimingortheloadedXMPproleisnottheJEDECmemorystandard.
ThestabilityandcompatibilityofthememorymodulesdependontheCPU’s
capabilitiesandotherinstalleddevices.
• AlwaysinstalltheDIMMSwiththesameCASLatency.Foranoptimumcompatibility,
werecommendthatyouinstallmemorymodulesofthesameversionordatacode
(D/C)fromthesamevendor.Checkwiththevendortogetthecorrectmemory
modules.
• ASUSexclusivelyprovideshyperDIMMsupportfunction.
• HyperDIMMsupportissubjecttothephysicalcharacteristicsofindividualCPUs.Load
theX.M.P.orD.O.C.P.settingsintheBIOSforthehyperDIMMsupport.
• VisittheASUSwebsiteforthelatestQVL.
Memory configurations
Youmayinstall1GB,2GB,4GB,8GBand16GBunbufferedandnon-ECCDDR4DIMMs
intotheDIMMsockets.
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1.1.5 Expansion slots
Unplugthepowercordbeforeaddingorremovingexpansioncards.Failuretodosomay
causeyouphysicalinjuryanddamagemotherboardcomponents.
Slot No. Slot Description
1PCIE_x16/x8_1slot
2PCIE_x1_1slot
3PCIE_x8_2slot
7PCIE_x1_2slot
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PCIE_X1_2
PCIEX16/X8_1
PCIEX8_2
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• WerecommendthatyouprovidesufcientpowerwhenrunningCrossFireX™orSLI™
mode.
• ConnectachassisfantothemotherboardconnectorlabeledCHA_FAN1-2when
usingmultiplegraphicscardsforbetterthermalenvironment.
VGA configuration
PCI Express 3.0 operating mode
PCIe_x16/x8_1 PCIe_x8_2
SingleVGA/PCIecard x16(singleVGA
recommended) N/A
DualVGA/PCIecards x8 x8
• HyperM.2X16cardispurchasedseparately.
• EnabletheHyperM.2X16cardunderBIOSsettings.
Hyper M.2 X16 card
configuration
PCI Express 3.0 operating mode
PCIe_x16/x8_1 PCIe_x8_2
2Intel®SSDonCPUsupport x8 x4+x4
3Intel®SSDonCPUsupport x8+x4+x4 N/A
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1.1.6 Jumpers
1. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC)
ThisjumperallowsyoutocleartheRealTimeClock(RTC)RAMinCMOS.Youcan
cleartheCMOSmemoryofdate,time,andsystemsetupparametersbyerasingthe
CMOSRTCRAMdata.TheonboardbuttoncellbatterypowerstheRAMdatain
CMOS,whichincludesystemsetupinformationsuchassystempasswords.
ToerasetheRTCRAM:
1. TurnOFFthecomputerandunplugthepowercord.
2. Short-circuitpin1-2withametalobjectorjumpercapforabout5-10seconds.
3. PlugthepowercordandturnONthecomputer.
4. Holddownthe<Delete>keyduringthebootprocessandenterBIOSsetuptore-enter
data.
ExceptwhenclearingtheRTCRAM,neverremovethecaponCLRTCjumperdefault
position.Removingthecapwillcausesystembootfailure!
• Ifthestepsabovedonothelp,removetheonboardbatteryandmovethejumper
againtocleartheCMOSRTCRAMdata.AftertheCMOSclearance,reinstallthe
battery.
• YoudonotneedtocleartheRTCwhenthesystemhangsduetooverclocking.For
systemfailureduetooverclocking,usetheC.P.R.(CPUParameterRecall)feature.
ShutdownandrebootthesystemsotheBIOScanautomaticallyresetparameter
settingstodefaultvalues.
• Duetothechipsetbehavior,ACpoweroffisrequiredtoenableC.P.R.function.You
mustturnoffandonthepowersupplyorunplugandplugthepowercordbefore
rebootingthesystem.
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CLRTC
+3V_BAT
GND
PIN 1
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1.1.7 Onboard LEDs
1. POST State LEDs
ThePOSTStateLEDsprovidethestatusofthesekeycomponentsduringPOST
(Power-OnSelf-Test):CPU,memorymodules,VGAcard,andharddiskdrives.Ifan
errorisfound,thecriticalcomponent’sLEDstayslitupuntiltheproblemissolved.
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CPU/DRAM/BOOT_DEVICE/VGA LED
BOOT (YELLOW GREEN)
CPU (RED)
VGA (WHITE)
DRAM (YELLOW)
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2. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV)
TheCPUOverVoltagejumperallowsyoutosetahigherCPUvoltageforaexible
overclockingsystem,dependingonthetypeoftheinstalledCPU.TogainmoreCPU
voltagesetting,insertthejumpertopins2-3.TogobacktoitsdefaultCPUvoltage
setting,insertthejumpertopins1-2.
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1.1.8 Internal connectors
1. Intel® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA 6G_34, SATA
6G_56)
TheseconnectorsconnecttoSerialATA6Gb/sharddiskdrivesviaSerialATA6Gb/s
signalcables.
IfyouinstalledSerialATAharddiskdrives,youcancreateaRAID0,1,5,and10
congurationwiththeIntel®RapidStorageTechnologythroughtheonboardIntel®
Z370chipset.
• Theseconnectorsaresetto[AHCI]bydefault.IfyouintendtocreateaSerialATA
RAIDsetusingtheseconnectors,settheSATAModeitemintheBIOSto[Intel RST
Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)].
• BeforecreatingaRAIDset,refertothemanualbundledinthemotherboardsupport
DVD.
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SATA6G_1
GND
RSATA_TXP1
RSATA_TXN1
GND
RSATA_RXN1
RSATA_RXP1
GND
SATA6G_2
GND
RSATA_TXP2
RSATA_TXN2
GND
RSATA_RXN2
RSATA_RXP2
GND
SATA6G_3
GND
RSATA_TXP3
RSATA_TXN3
GND
RSATA_RXN3
RSATA_RXP3
GND
SATA6G_4
GND
RSATA_TXP4
RSATA_TXN4
GND
RSATA_RXN4
RSATA_RXP4
GND
SATA6G_5
GND
RSATA_TXP5
RSATA_TXN5
GND
RSATA_RXN5
RSATA_RXP5
GND
SATA6G_6
GND
RSATA_TXP6
RSATA_TXN6
GND
RSATA_RXN6
RSATA_RXP6
GND
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2. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
Thisconnectorisforachassis-mountedfrontpanelaudioI/OmodulethatsupportsHD
Audio.ConnectoneendofthefrontpanelaudioI/Omodulecabletothisconnector.
Werecommendthatyouconnectahigh-denitionfrontpanelaudiomoduletothis
connectortoavailofthemotherboard’shigh-denitionaudiocapability.
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AAFP
AGND
NC
SENSE1_RETUR
SENSE2_RETUR
PORT1 L
PORT1 R
PORT2 R
SENSE_SEND
PORT2 L
HD-audio-compliant
pin definition
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3. M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2)
ThesesocketsallowyoutoinstallM.2SSDmodules.
• M.2_1socketsupportsPCIe3.0x4andSATAmodeMKeydesignandtype2242/
2260/2280PCIeandSATAstoragedevices.
• M.2_2socketsupportsPCIe3.0x4MKeydesignandtype2242/2260/2280/22110
PCIestoragedevices.
• ThesesocketssupportIRST(Intel®RapidStorageTechnology).
TheM.2SSDmoduleispurchasedseparately.
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M.2_1(SOCKET3)M.2_2(SOCKET3)
2280 2260 2242
A
B
BA
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4. USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors (20-1 pin U31G1_34)
TheseconnectorsallowyoutoconnectaUSB3.1Gen1moduleforadditionalUSB3.1
Gen1frontorrearpanelports.WithaninstalledUSB3.1Gen1module,youcanenjoy
allthebenetsofUSB3.1Gen1includingfasterdatatransferspeedsofupto5Gb/s,
fasterchargingtimeforUSB-chargeabledevices,optimizedpowerefciency,and
backwardcompatibilitywithUSB2.0.
TheUSB3.1Gen1moduleispurchasedseparately.
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U31G1_34
PIN 1
GND
IntA_P1_D+
IntA_P1_D-
GND
IntA_P1_SSTX+
IntA_P1_SSTX-
GND
IntA_P1_SSRX+
IntA_P1_SSRX-
Vbus
IntA_P2_D+
IntA_P2_D-
GND
IntA_P2_SSTX+
IntA_P2_SSTX-
GND
IntA_P2_SSRX+
IntA_P2_SSRX-
Vbus
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DONOTconnecta1394cabletotheUSBconnectors.Doingsowilldamagethe
motherboard!
TheUSB2.0moduleispurchasedseparately.
5. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314)
TheseconnectorsareforUSB2.0ports.ConnecttheUSBmodulecabletothese
connectors,theninstallthemoduletoaslotopeningatthebackofthesystemchassis.
ThisUSBconnectorcomplieswithUSB2.0specicationthatsupportsupto480Mb/s
connectionspeed.
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USB+5V
USB_P14-
USB_P14+
GND
NC
USB+5V
USB_P13-
USB_P13+
GND
USB1314
PIN 1
USB+5V
USB_P12-
USB_P12+
GND
NC
USB+5V
USB_P11-
USB_P11+
GND
USB1112
PIN 1
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6. CPU, CPU optional, W_PUMP+, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN;
4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin W_PUMP+, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2)
Connectthefancablestothefanconnectorsonthemotherboard,ensuringthatthe
blackwireofeachcablematchesthegroundpinoftheconnector.
• DONOTforgettoconnectthefancablestothefanconnectors.Insufcientairow
insidethesystemmaydamagethemotherboardcomponents.Thesearenotjumpers!
Donotplacejumpercapsonthefanconnectors!
• EnsurethattheCPUfancableissecurelyinstalledtotheCPUfanconnector.
A
B
C
D
E
CHA_FAN2
E
CHA FAN PWM
CHA FAN IN
CHA FAN PWR
GND
CPU_FAN
A
CPU FAN PWM
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWR
GND
W_PUMP+
D
PUMP PWM
PUMP IN
PUMP PWR
GND
CPU_OPT
C
CPU FAN PWM
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWR
GND
CHA_FAN1
B
CHA FAN PWM
CHA FAN IN
CHA FAN PWR
GND
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• TheCPU_FANconnectorsupportstheCPUfanofmaximum1A(12W)fanpower.
• ConnectthefanofyourwatercoolingkittotheW_PUMP+connector.
7. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1)
Thisconnectorisforthethermistorcablethatmonitorsthetemperatureofthedevices
andthecriticalcomponentsinsidethemotherboard.Connectthethermistorcable
andplacethesensoronthedeviceorthemotherboard’scomponenttodetectits
temperature.
PIN 1
T_SENSOR
SENSOR IN
GND
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• Forafullyconguredsystem,werecommendthatyouuseapowersupplyunit
(PSU)thatcomplieswithATX12VSpecication2.0(orlaterversion)andprovidesa
minimumpowerof350W.
• DONOTforgettoconnectthe8-pinEATX12Vpowerplug.Otherwise,thesystemwill
notboot.
• WerecommendthatyouuseaPSUwithahigherpoweroutputwhenconguringa
systemwithmorepower-consumingdevices.Thesystemmaybecomeunstableor
maynotbootupifthepowerisinadequate.
• Ifyouwanttousetwoormorehigh-endPCIExpressx16cards,useaPSUwith
1000Wpowerorabovetoensurethesystemstability.
8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)
TheseconnectorsareforATXpowersupplyplugs.Thepowersupplyplugsare
designedtottheseconnectorsinonlyoneorientation.Findtheproperorientationand
pushdownrmlyuntiltheconnectorscompletelyt.
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EATX12V
+12V DC
+12V DC
+12V DC
+12V DC
GND
GND
GND
GND
EATXPWR
PIN 1
PIN 1
GND
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
-5 Volts
GND
GND
GND
PSON#
GND
-12 Volts
+3 Volts
+3 Volts
+12 Volts
+12 Volts
+5V Standby
Power OK
GND
+5 Volts
GND
+5 Volts
GND
+3 Volts
+3 Volts
A
A B
B
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• SystempowerLED(4-pin+PWR_LED-)
This2-pinconnectorisforthesystempowerLED.ConnectthechassispowerLED
cabletothisconnector.ThesystempowerLEDlightsupwhenyouturnonthesystem
power,andblinkswhenthesystemisinsleepmode.
• HarddiskdriveactivityLED(2-pin+HDD_LED-)
This2-pinconnectorisfortheHDDActivityLED.ConnecttheHDDActivityLEDcable
tothisconnector.TheHDDLEDlightsuporasheswhendataisreadfromorwritten
totheHDD.
• Systemwarningspeaker(4-pinSPEAKER)
This4-pinconnectorisforthechassis-mountedsystemwarningspeaker.Thespeaker
allowsyoutohearsystembeepsandwarnings.
• ATXpowerbutton/soft-offbutton(2-pinPWR_SW)
Thisconnectorisforthesystempowerbutton.Pressingthepowerbuttonturnsthe
systemonorputsthesysteminsleeporsoft-offmodedependingontheoperating
systemsettings.Pressingthepowerswitchformorethanfoursecondswhilethe
systemisONturnsthesystemOFF.
• Resetbutton(2-pinRESET)
This2-pinconnectorisforthechassis-mountedresetbuttonforsystemrebootwithout
turningoffthesystempower.
9. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL)
Thisconnectorsupportsseveralchassis-mountedfunctions.
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PLED
PLED
SPEAKER
HDD_LED
PWRSW
RESET
PIN 1
PLED+
PLED-
PWRBTN#
GND
+5V
Ground
Ground
Speaker
HDD_LED+
HDD_LED-
Ground
RSTCON#
NC
PLED+
PLED-
PANEL
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Basic Installation
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2.1 Building your PC system
The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with
models, but the installation 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.
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2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to
the chassis’ rear I/O panel.
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3. Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to
the chassis.
DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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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.
Top of CPU
Bottom of CPU
Bottom of CPU
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Top of CPU
• TheCPUInstallationToolisonlycompatibleonASUSmotherboardswithaIntel®
LGA1151 socket.
• EnsurethattheCPUisrmlyclickedintoplacebeforeinstallingitontotheCPUsocket
on the motherboard.
• UsetheCPUInstallationToolforinstallingtheCPUonly.DONOTdamageorbend
the CPU Installation Tool.
• AlwaysrmlyholdbothsidesoftheCPUInstallationToolwheninstalling,removing,or
picking up the CPU Installation Tool.
• EnsuretouseasoftstablesurfacewheninstallingtheCPUtotheCPUInstallation
Tool to prevent CPU damage.
• ASUSwillnotcoverdamagesresultingfromincorrectCPUinstallation/removal,
incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by
the user.
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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
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly
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To remove a DIMM
2.1.4 DIMM installation
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2.1.5 ATX power connection
Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug.
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2.1.6 SATA device connection
OR
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2.1.7 Front I/O connector
USB 2.0
AAFP
To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector
USB 3.1 Gen1
To install USB 3.1 Gen1 connector
To install front panel connector
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2.1.8 Expansion card installation
To install PCIe x16 cards
To install PCIe x1 cards
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To install HYPER M.2 x4 card
The SSD card is purchased separately.
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2.1.9 M.2 installation
Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard.
Use the bundled M.2 screws to secure the M.2.
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Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard.
Use the bundled M.2 screws to secure the M.2.
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• EnsurethattheASUS2x2dualbandWi-FiantennaissecurelyinstalledtotheWi-Fi
ports.
• Ensurethattheantennaisatleast20cmawayfromallpersons.
The illustration above is for reference only. The I/O port layout may vary with models, but
theWi-Fiantennainstallationprocedureisthesameforallmodels.
2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation
Installing the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi antenna
ConnectthebundledASUS2x2dualbandWi-FiantennaconnectortotheWi-Fiportsatthe
back of the chassis.
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2.1.11 Fan holder installation
To install the Fan holder and fan
Whenusinghighperformancesettingswhilstoverclocking,ensuretoinstallthefanholder
for additional fan(s).
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2
3
• Youmayinstall40mmx40mmfansor50mmx50mmfans.
• Fansarepurchasedseparately.
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2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections
2.2.1 Rear I/O connection
Rear panel connectors
1. Wi-Fi802.11a/b/g/n/ac,BluetoothV4.2* 6. HDMI 1.4b port
2. USB3.1Gen2Type-Aport 7. USB3.1Gen1ports
3. DisplayPort 8. OpticalS/PDIFOutport
4. USB2.0ports 9. AudioI/Oports***
5. Intel®LANport(LAN1)**
* Support for the Bluetooth specification depends on the Windows® version.
** and *** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions.
• ThepluggedUSB3.1Gen1devicemayrunonxHCImodeorEHCImode,depending
on the operating system’s setting.
• USB3.1Gen1devicescanonlybeusedasdatastorageonly.
• WestronglyrecommendthatyouconnectUSB3.1Gen1devicestoUSB3.1Gen1
portsforfasterandbetterperformanceforyourUSB3.1Gen1devices.
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** LAN ports LED indications
ACT/LINK
LED SPEED
LED
LAN port
Activity Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
Off No link Off 10 Mbps connection
Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection
Orange(Blinking) Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection
Orange(Blinking
then steady) Ready to wake up
from S5 mode
YoucandisabletheLANcontrollersinBIOS.Duetohardwaredesign,theLAN1port’s
LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled.
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*** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration
Port Headset
2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
LightBlue Line In Line In Line In Side speaker
Lime Line Out FrontSpeakerOut FrontSpeakerOut FrontSpeakerOut
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Connect to Headphone and Mic
Connect to Stereo Speakers
2.2.2 Audio I/O connections
Audio I/O ports
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Connect to 2 channel Speakers
Connect to 4 channel Speakers
Connect to 6 channel Speakers
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2.3 Starting up for the first time
1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.
2. Ensure that all switches are off.
3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector.
5. Turn on the devices in the following order:
a. Monitor
b. ExternalSCSIdevices(startingwiththelastdeviceonthechain)
c. System power
6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up.
ForsystemswithATXpowersupplies,thesystemLEDlightsupwhenyoupressthe
ATXpowerbutton.Ifyourmonitorcomplieswiththe“green”standardsorifithasa
“powerstandby”feature,themonitorLEDmaylightuporchangefromorangetogreen
after the system LED turns on.
Thesystemthenrunsthepower-onselftests(POST).Whilethetestsarerunning,the
BIOSbeeps(refertotheBIOSbeepcodestable)oradditionalmessagesappearon
the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on
the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and
connections or call your retailer for assistance.
BIOS Beep Description
One short beep VGAdetected
Quick boot set to disabled
No keyboard detected
One continuous beep followed by two
short beeps then a pause (repeated)
No memory detected
One continuous beep followed by three
short beeps
NoVGAdetected
One continuous beep followed by four
short beeps
Hardware component failure
7. Atpoweron,holddownthe<Delete>keytoentertheBIOSSetup.Followthe
instructions in Chapter 3.
2.4 Turning off the computer
WhilethesystemisON,pressthepowerbuttonforlessthanfoursecondstoputthesystem
onsleepmodeorsoft-offmode,dependingontheBIOSsetting.Pressthepowerswitch
formorethanfoursecondstoletthesystementerthesoft-offmoderegardlessoftheBIOS
setting.
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3.1 Knowing BIOS
The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI
architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-
only BIOS controls to enable a more exible and convenient mouse input. You can easily
navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The
term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specied.
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage
device conguration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot
device conguration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. In
normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure
optimal performance. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following
circumstances:
• An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you to
run the BIOS Setup.
• You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or
update.
Inappropriate 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 le, rename it as Z370GGWA.CAP for this
motherboard.
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• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and
may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
• Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the
mouse to control the BIOS setup program.
• If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the default
settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized
Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey <F5>. See section 3.10 Exit Menu
for details.
• If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS 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
The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.
You can change modes from Setup Mode in Boot menu or by pressing the <F7> hotkey.
3.2 BIOS setup program
Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen
include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup
program.
Entering BIOS at startup
To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> or <F2> during the Power-On Self Test
(POST). If you do not press <Delete> or <F2>, POST continues with its routines.
Entering BIOS Setup after POST
To enter BIOS Setup after POST:
• Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Delete> simultaneously.
• Press the reset button on the system chassis.
• Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you
failed to enter BIOS Setup using the rst two options.
After doing either of the three options, press <Delete> key to enter BIOS.
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3.2.1 EZ Mode
By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ
Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select
the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. To access the
Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the <F7> hotkey for the advanced BIOS
settings.
The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the
Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details.
The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system.
Selects the display language
of the BIOS setup program
Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature,
DRAM Status, X.M.P., CPU voltage output,
CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA
information
Displays the system properties of the selected mode.
Click < or > to switch EZ System Tuning modes
Loads optimized
default settings
Creates storage RAID and
configures system overclocking
Displays the CPU Fan’s speed. Click
the button to manually tune the fans
Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode
for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Saves the changes
and resets the system
Click to display boot devices
Selects the boot device priority
Click to go to Advanced mode
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3.2.2 Advanced Mode
The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure
the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the
following sections for the detailed congurations.
To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press the <F7>
hotkey.
Menu items General help
Menu bar Language
Hot Keys
Qfan Control(F6)
MyFavorite(F3) EZ Tuning Wizard(F11)
Scroll bar
Pop-up Menu
Configuration fields
Last modified settings Go back to EZ Mode
Displays the CPU temperature,
CPU, and memory voltage output
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Menu bar
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and conguration.
Main For changing the basic system conguration
Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings
Advanced For changing the advanced system settings
Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing
the fan settings.
Boot For changing the system boot conguration
Tool For conguring options for special functions
Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings
Menu items
The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example,
selecting Main shows the Main menu items.
The other items (My Favorites, Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the
menu bar have their respective menu items.
Submenu items
A greater than sign (>) before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a
submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>.
Language
This button above the menu bar contains the languages that you can select for your BIOS.
Click this button to select the language that you want to display in your BIOS screen.
My Favorites(F3)
This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in a Tree Map setup. Select frequently-
used BIOS settings and save it to MyFavorites menu.
Refer to section 3.3 My Favorites for more information.
Q-Fan Control(F6)
This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of your fans. Use this button to
manually tweak the fans to your desired settings.
Refer to section 3.2.3 QFan Control for more information.
EZ Tuning 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.
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Search on FAQ
Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile
device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also
scan the following QR code:
Hot keys
This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program.
Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings.
Scroll bar
A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not t
on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display
the other items on the screen.
General help
At the bottom of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. Use <F12> key
to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device.
Configuration fields
These elds show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-congurable, you can
change the value of the eld opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not
user-congurable.
A congurable eld is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a eld, select it and
press <Enter> to display a list of options.
Last Modified button
This button shows the items that you last modied and saved in BIOS Setup.
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3.2.3 QFan Control
The QFan Control allows you to set a fan prole or manually congure the operating speed of
your CPU and chassis fans.
Click to select a fan to be
configured Click to activate
PWM Mode
Click to undo the
changes
Click to apply the fan setting
Click to go back to main menu
Select a profile to
apply to your fans
Click to activate DC Mode
Select to manually configure
your fans
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Configuring fans manually
Select Manual from the list of proles to manually congure your fans’ operating speed.
To congure your fans:
1. Select the fan that you want to congure and to view its current status.
2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’ operating speed.
3. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC).
Speed points Select to manually
configure your fans
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3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard
EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and
CPU fan to their best settings. You can also set RAID in your system using this feature.
RAID setup
OC Tuning
To start OC Tuning:
1. Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open
EZ Tuning Wizard screen.
2. Click OC
then click Next.
3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next.
OC setup
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Creating RAID
To create RAID:
1. Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open
EZ Tuning Wizard screen.
2. Click RAID
then click Next.
• Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes.
• Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA connectors.
3. Select the port that you want to set to [RAID] mode, PCIE or SATA, then click Next.
4. Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I’m not
sure, then click Next.
5. After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to start the OC
Tuning.
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5. After selecting the type of RAID, click Next then click 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.
You can only select Easy Backup (RAID 10) if you connect four (4) HDDs.
b. For Super Speed, click Next then select from Super Speed (RAID0) or Super
Speed (RAID5).
a. For Easy Backup, click Next then select from Easy Backup (RAID1) or Easy
Backup (RAID10).
4. Select the type of storage for your RAID, Easy Backup or Super Speed, then click
Next.
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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 items.
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Adding items to My Favorites
To add BIOS items:
1. Press <F3> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open
Setup Tree Map screen.
2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My
Favorites screen.
3. Select an item from main menu panel, then click the submenu that you want to save as
favorite from the submenu panel and click or press <Enter> on your keyboard.
You cannot add the following items to My Favorite items:
• Items with submenu options
• User-managed items such as language and boot order
• Conguration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date.
4. Click Exit (ESC) or press <Esc> key to close Setup Tree Map screen.
5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items.
Main menu panel
Submenu panel
Selected shortcut
items
Delete all favorite
items
Recover to default
favorite items
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3.4 Main menu
The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup
program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and
allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings.
Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.
• If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock
(RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.1.6 Jumpers and holes for
information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button.
• The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default [Not
Installed]. After you set a password, these items show [Installed].
3.5 Ai Tweaker menu
The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect eld
values can cause the system to malfunction
The conguration options for this 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. Conguration options:
[Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system.
[Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.
[X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Prole
(X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the proles supported by your
memory modules for optimizing the system performance.
The [X.M.P.] conguration option appears only when you install memory modules
supporting the eXtreme Memory Prole(X.M.P.) Technology.
The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual].
BCLK Frequency
This item allows you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to enhance the system
performance. Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value. The values range from 40.0 MHz
to 650.0 MHz.
We recommend you to set the value based on the CPU specication, as high BCLK
frequencies may damage the CPU permanently.
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[Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized
by ASUS core ratio settings.
[Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings.
CPU Core Ratio
This item allows you to set the CPU core ratios.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Sync All Cores] [Per Core]
DRAM Odd Ratio Mode
Allows you to enable or disable the Odd Ratio Mode, which provides better granularity.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DRAM Frequency
This item allows you to set the memory operating frequency. The congurable options vary
with the BCLK (base clock) frequency setting. Select the auto mode to apply the optimized
setting. Conguration options: [Auto] [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] Keep the current settings without changing anything.
[TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions.
[TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions.
Ensure to use water cooling device before selecting [TPU II].
Internal CPU Power Management
The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features.
Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm)
Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores
frequency to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat
production.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
Turbo Mode
Allows you to enable your processor cores to run faster than the base operating
frequency when it is below power, current and specication limit.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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3.6 Advanced menu
The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system
devices.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values
can cause the system to malfunction.
3.6.2 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 installed.
Hyper-threading
This item allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors, allowing
the operating system to schedule two threads or processors simultaneously.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU - Power Management Control
This item allows you to manage and congure the CPU’s power.
Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm)
This item allows more than two frequency to be supported.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
Turbo Mode
This item allows you to automatically set the CPU cores to run faster than the base
operating frequency when it is below the operating power, current and temperature
specication limit.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU C states
This item allows you to set the power saving of the CPU states.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
CFG Lock
This item allows you to congure MSR 0xE2[15], CFG lock bit. Conguration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
3.6.1 Platform Misc Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to change the ASPM for PCH and SA PCI Express.
3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to adjust the Link Speed for PEG Port and Multi-Monitor.
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PCI Express Configuration
This item allows you to congure the PCI Express slots.
PCIe Speed
This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed.
Conguration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3]
3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The
SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA
port.
SATA Controller(s)
This item allows you to enable or disable the SATA Device.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
SATA Mode Selection
This item allows you to set the SATA conguration.
[AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to
use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The
AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced
Serial ATA features that increases storage performance
on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally
optimize the order of commands.
[ Intel RST Premium With
Intel Optane System
Acceleration(RAID)]
Set to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System
Acceleration(RAID)] when you want to create a RAID
conguration from the SATA hard disk drives.
3.6.4 PCH Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to adjust the PCH PCI Express speed.
SMART Self Test
SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitoring system that
shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the
hard disks.
Conguration options: [On] [Off]
SATA6G_1(Charcoal Black) - SATA6G_6(Charcoal Black)
SATA6G_1(Charcoal Black) - SATA6G_6(Charcoal Black)
This item allows you to enable or disable the selected SATA port.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Hot Plug
These items appears only when the SATA Mode Selection is set to [AHCI] and allows
you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to switch between PCIe Lanes and congure onboard
devices.
Hyper M.2X16 [Enabled][Disabled]
[Disabled] Only one SSD installed onto the Hyper M.2 X16 card can be 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 the congurations of the PCIe X16
slots.
HD Audio Controller
This item allows you to use the Azalia High Denition Audio Controller.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
M.2_1 Configuration: [Auto][SATA mode][PCIE mode]
[Auto] Auto-detects the M.2 device mode. If a SATA device is detected,
SATA6G_1 will be disabled.
[SATA mode] Only supports M.2 SATA devices. Please note that SATA6G_1 port cannot
be used in this mode.
[PCIE mode] Only supports M.2 PCIE devices.
Intel LAN Controller
This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN controllers.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
3.6.8 APM Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to set system wake and sleep settings.
ErP Ready
This item allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for
ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options are switched off.
Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enable(S4+S5)] [Enable(S5)]
3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to congure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support.
3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information
The items in this menu display the SMART information of the connected devices.
NVM Express devices do not support SMART information.
3.6.6 PCH-FW Configuration
This item allows you to congure the rmware TPM.
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3.6.11 USB Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.
The Mass Storage Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is
detected, the item shows None.
USB Single Port Control
This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports.
Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports.
3.7 Monitor menu
The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change
the fan settings.
Qfan Configuration
Qfan Tuning
Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and congure the minimum
duty cycle for each fan.
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3.8 Boot menu
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.
Fast Boot
[Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed.
[Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed.
The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabled].
Next Boot after AC Power Loss
[Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss.
[Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss.
Setup Mode
[Advanced Mode] This item allows 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 congure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully
support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility.
Launch CSM
[Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add-
on devices.
[Enabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI
driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode.
[Disabled] Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices
or the Windows® UEFI mode.
The following items appear only when you set the Launch CSM to [Enabled].
Boot Devices Control
This item allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot.
Conguration options: [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] [Legacy OPROM only]
[UEFI only]
Boot from Network Devices
This item allows you to select the type of network devices that you want to
launch.
Conguration options: [Ignore] [Legacy only] [UEFI driver rst]
Boot from Storage Devices
This item allows you to select the type of storage devices that you want to
launch.
Conguration options: [Ignore] [Legacy only] [UEFI driver rst]
Boot from PCI-E Expansion Devices
This item allows you to select the type of PCI-E expansion devices that you
want to launch.
Conguration options: [Legacy only] [UEFI driver rst]
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Secure Boot
This item allows you to congure the Windows® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to
protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST.
Boot Option Priorities
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The
number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices
installed in the system.
• To access Windows® OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST (Windows® 8 not
supported).
• To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> 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.
3.9 Tool menu
The Tool menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the submenu.
Setup Animator
This item allows you to enable or disable the Setup animator.
Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility
This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press <Enter>, a conrmation
message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press
<Enter> to conrm your choice.
For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3.
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3.9.2 Secure Erase
SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to data processing.
Secure Erase completely and safely cleans your SSD, restoring it to factory performance
levels.
Secure Erase is only available in AHCI mode. Ensure to set the SATA mode to AHCI. Click
Advanced > PCH Storage Configuration > SATA Mode Selection > AHCI.
To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu.
Secure Erase is only supported on selected SATA SSDs, and cannot erase NVMe storage
devices.
• The time to erase the contents of your SSD may take a while depending on its size.
Do not turn off the system during the process.
• Secure Erase is only supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel
SATA ports, refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of this manual.
Status definition:
• Frozen. The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure. The BIOS
guards drives that do not have password protection by freezing them prior to booting.
If the drive is frozen, a power off or hard reset of your PC must be performed to
proceed with the Secure Erase.
• Locked. 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 dened by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before
proceeding with Secure Erase.
Displays the
available SSDs
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Load Profile
This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the
prole number that saved your BIOS settings, press <Enter>, 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 le only coming from the same memory/
CPU conguration and BIOS version.
Profile Name
This item allows you to key in a prole name.
Save to Profile
This item allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a
prole. Key in a prole number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.
Load/Save Profile from/to USB Drive
This item allows you to load or save prole from your USB drive, load and save prole to your
USB drive.
3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile
This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings.
3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information
This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information.
3.9.5 Graphics Card Information
This item displays the information about the graphics card installed in your system.
GPU Post
This item displays the information and recommended conguration for the PCIE slots that the
graphics card is installed in your system.
This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards.
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3.10 Exit 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 Defaults
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup
menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a conrmation window appears.
Select OK to load the default values.
Save Changes & Reset
Once you are nished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to
ensure the values you selected are saved. When you select this option or if you press <F10>,
a conrmation window appears. Select OK to save changes and exit.
Discard Changes and Exit
This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you
select this option or if you press <Esc>, a conrmation window appears. Select Yes to
discard changes and exit.
Launch EFI Shell from USB drives
This item allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.e) from one of
the available lesystem devices.
3.11 Updating BIOS
The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system
stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If
there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS.
Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the
instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary.
Visit http://www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS le for this motherboard.
The following 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 ash drive.
3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a
USB ash drive when the BIOS le fails or gets corrupted.
3.11.1 EZ Update
The EZ Update is a utility that allows you 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.
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3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3
ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet
without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility.
Updating through the Internet varies per 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 <Enter>.
2. Insert the USB ash disk that contains the latest BIOS le to the USB port.
3. Select via Storage Device(s).
4. Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive eld.
5. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to nd the USB ash disk that contains the latest BIOS,
and then press <Enter>.
6. Press <Tab> to switch to the Folder Info eld.
7. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to nd the BIOS le, and then press <Enter> to perform
the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done.
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• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format and
single partition only.
• DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system
boot failure!
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.
To update the BIOS via Internet:
1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select
ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press <Enter>.
2. Select via Internet.
3. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then
press <Enter>.
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.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update.
5. Reboot the system when the update process is done.
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3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the
BIOS le when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a
corrupted BIOS le using the motherboard support DVD or a USB ash drive that contains
the BIOS le.
The BIOS le in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS le published
on the ASUS ofcial website. If you want to use the newer BIOS le, download the le at
https://www.asus.com/support/ and save it to a USB ash drive.
Recovering the BIOS
To recover the BIOS:
1. Turn on the system.
2. Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or the USB ash drive
containing the BIOS le to the USB port.
3. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS le. When found, the utility
reads the BIOS le and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 automatically.
4. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. To ensure
system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press <F5> to load default
BIOS values.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause
system boot failure!
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RAID Support
4
4.1 RAID configurations
The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0,
RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 conguration.
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 disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation.
Refer to section 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk for details.
4.1.1 RAID definitions
RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in
parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a
sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access
and storage. Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup.
RAID 1 (Data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to
a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications
to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive. This RAID
conguration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system. Use
two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. The new drive must be
of the same size or larger than the existing drive.
RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives. Among
the advantages of RAID 5 conguration include better HDD performance, fault tolerance, and
higher storage capacity. The RAID 5 conguration is best suited for transaction processing,
relational database applications, enterprise resource planning, and other business systems.
Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup.
RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data) having
to be calculated and written. With the RAID 10 conguration you get all the benets of both
RAID 0 and RAID 1 congurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive
and three new drives for this setup.
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4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks
The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install
identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array.
To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration:
1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.
2. Connect the SATA signal cables.
3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive.
4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS
To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS:
1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST.
2. Go to the Advanced menu > PCH Storage Configuration, then press <Enter>.
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) > 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 Advanced menu > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology, then press <Enter>
to display the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu.
Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup
Due to chipset limitation, when SATA ports are set to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at
RAID mode together.
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Creating a RAID set
To create a RAID set:
1. From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select Create RAID Volume and
press <Enter>. The following screen appears:
2. When the Name item is selected, enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>.
3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press <Enter> to select the RAID level to
create, and then press <Enter>.
4. Under Select Disks, press <Enter> and select X for the disks you want to include in the
RAID set.
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5. When the Strip Size item is selected, press <Enter> to select strip size for the RAID
array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press <Enter>. The available strip size
values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values:
- RAID 0: 128 KB
- RAID 10: 64 KB
- RAID 5: 64 KB
We recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher strip size for multimedia
computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing.
6. When the Capacity (MB) item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you
want and press <Enter>. The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity.
7. When the Create Volume item is selected, press <Enter> to create the RAID volume
and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu.
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Deleting a RAID set
Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when
you delete a RAID set.
To delete a RAID set:
1. From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select the RAID volume you want to
delete and press <Enter>. The following screen appears:
2. When the Delete item is selected, press <Enter>, then select Yes to delete the RAID
volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to
cancel.
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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 supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID conguration.
RAID Volumes:
None defined.
Physical Devices:
Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk
1 ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk
2 ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk
3 ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk
4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility
To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility:
1. Turn on the system.
2. During POST, press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu.
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Creating a RAID set
To create a RAID set:
1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The
following screen appears:
2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>.
3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press the up/down arrow key to select a RAID
level to create, and then press <Enter>.
4. When the Disks item is selected, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives you want
to include in the RAID set. The SELECT DISKS screen appears:
Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters
and is 16 characters or less.
[HELP]
Name: Volume 0
RAID Level: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Disks: dssdsdsds
Strip Size:aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Capacity:aaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Sync:aaaaaaaaaa
Create volume
[SELECT DISKS]
Port Device Model Serial # Size Status
0 ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk
1 ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk
2 ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk
3 ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk
Select 2 to 6 to use in creating the volume.
[↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done
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5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A
small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection.
6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10
and 5 only),and then press <Enter>. The available strip size values range from 4KB to
128KB. The following are typical values:
• RAID 0: 128KB
• RAID 10: 64KB
• RAID 5: 64KB
We recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher strip size for multimedia
computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing.
7. When the Capacity item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you want
and press <Enter>. The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity.
8. When the Create Volume item is selected, press <Enter>. The following warning
message appears:
9. Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back
to the CREATE VOLUME menu.
WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.
Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N)
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Deleting a RAID set
Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when
you delete a RAID set.
To delete a RAID set:
1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The
following screen appears:
2. Use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete, and then press
<Delete>. The following warning message appears:
3. Press <Y> to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press <N> to
return to the DELETE VOLUME menu.
Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.
WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
[HELP]
[DELETE VOLUME MENU]
Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable
Volume0 RAID0 (Stripe) 2 298.0GB Normal Yes
[↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume
ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST!
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y/N):
[DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION]
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Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility
To exit the utility:
1. From the utility main menu, select 6. Exit, and then press <Enter>. The following
warning message appears:
Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N):
[CONFIRM EXIT]
2. Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu.
4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk
4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®
To install the RAID driver for Windows® OS:
1. During the OS installation, click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation
media containing the 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 complete the installation.
To set up a Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to load the UEFI
driver for your optical drive.
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Appendix
Appendix
Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required
toassurecompliancewithFCCregulations.Changesormodicationstothisunitnot
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.
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VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement
KC: Korea Warning Statement
Class B ITE
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, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for
harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et
Développement économique Canada (ISED)
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement
économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Labande5150–5250MHzestréservéeuniquementpouruneutilisationàl’intérieurande
réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les
mêmes canaux.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
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REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards
for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to
responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging
materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling
information in different regions.
Regional notice for California
WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm -
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
RF exposure warning
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and
the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of
at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna
installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
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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 Canadian interference-causing equipment
regulations.
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative aux modules sans fil
Bluetooth
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.
NCC: Taiwan Wireless Statement
Japan RF Equipment Statement
屋外での使用について
本製品は、5GHz帯域での通信に対応しています。電波法の定めにより5.2GHz、5.3GHz帯域の電
波は屋外で使用が禁じられています。
法律および規制遵守
本製品は電波法及びこれに基づく命令の定めるところに従い使用してください。日本国外では、
その国の法律または規制により、本製品の使用ができないことがあります。このような国では、本
製品を運用した結果、罰せられることがありますが、当社は一切責任を負いかねますのでご了承
ください。
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Google™ License Terms
Copyright© 2017 Google Inc. All Rights Reserved.
LicensedundertheApacheLicense,Version2.0(the“License”);youmaynotusethisle
except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of the License at:
http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the
License is distributed on an “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF
ANY KIND, either express or implied.
SeetheLicenseforthespeciclanguagegoverningpermissionsandlimitationsunderthe
License.
Précautions d’emploi de l’appareil :
a. Soyez particulièrement vigilant quant à votre sécurité lors de l’utilisation de cet appareil
dans certains lieux (les avions, les aéroports, les hôpitaux, les stations-service et les
garages professionnels).
b. Évitez d’utiliser cet appareil à proximité de dispositifs médicaux implantés. Si
vous portez un implant électronique (stimulateurs cardiaques, pompes à insuline,
neurostimulateurs…), veuillez impérativement respecter une distance minimale de 15
centimètres entre cet appareil et l’implant pour réduire les risques d’interférence.
c. Utilisez cet appareil dans de bonnes conditions de réception pour minimiser le niveau
de rayonnement. Ce n’est pas toujours le cas dans certaines zones ou situations,
notamment dans les parkings souterrains, dans les ascenseurs, en train ou en voiture
ou tout simplement dans un secteur mal couvert par le réseau.
d. Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des
adolescents.
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Forenklet EU-overensstemmelseserklæring
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. erklærer hermed at denne enhed er i
overensstemmelse med hovedkravene og øvrige relevante bestemmelser i
direktivet 2014/53/EU. Hele EU-overensstemmelseserklæringen kan ndes på
https://www.asus.com/support/
Wi-Fi, der bruger 5150-5350 MHz skal begrænses til indendørs brug i lande,
der er anført i tabellen:
Vereenvoudigd EU-conformiteitsverklaring
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. verklaart hierbij dat dit apparaat voldoet aan de
essentiële vereisten en andere relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 2014/53/
EU. De volledige tekst van de EU-conformiteitsverklaring is beschikbaar op
https://www.asus.com/support/
De WiFi op 5150-5350MHz zal beperkt zijn tot binnengebruik voor in de tabel
vermelde landen:
Lihtsustatud EÜ vastavusdeklaratsioon
Käesolevaga kinnitab ASUSTek Computer Inc, et seade vastab direktiivi
2014/53/EÜ olulistele nõuetele ja teistele asjakohastele sätetele. EL
vastavusdeklaratsiooni täistekst on saadaval veebisaidil
https://www.asus.com/support/
Sagedusvahemikus 5150-5350 MHz töötava WiFi kasutamine on järgmistes
riikides lubatud ainult siseruumides:
Eurooppa - EY:n vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutus
ASUSTek Computer Inc. ilmoittaa täten, että tämä laite on direktiivin 2014/53/
EU olennaisten vaatimusten ja muiden asiaankuuluvien lisäysten mukainen.
Koko EY:n vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutuksen teksti on luettavissa
osoitteessa https://www.asus.com/support/
5 150 - 5 350 MHz:in taajuudella toimiva WiFi on rajoitettu sisäkäyttöön
taulukossa luetelluissa maissa:
ASUSTek Computer Inc
2014/53/EU
.https://www.asus.com/support/
WiFi 5150-5350
Απλοποιημένη Δήλωση Συμμόρφωσης ΕΕ
Διά του παρόντος η ASUSTek Computer Inc. δηλώνει ότι αυτή η συσκευή
είναι σύμμορφη με τις βασικές προϋποθέσεις και άλλες σχετικές διατάξεις της
Οδηγίας 2014/53/ΕE. Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης συμμόρφωσης της ΕΕ
είναι διαθέσιμο στη διεύθυνση https://www.asus.com/support/
Το WiFi που λειτουργεί στη ζώνη 5150-5350MHz περιορίζεται για χρήση σε
εσωτερικούς χώρους για τις χώρες που αναφέρονται στον παρακάτω πίνακα:
2014/53/EU
5150-5350MHzWi-Fi
Egyszerűsített EU megfelelőségi nyilatkozat
Az ASUSTek Computer Inc. ezennel kijelenti, hogy ez az eszköz megfelel az
2014/53/EU sz. irányelv alapvető követelményeinek és egyéb vonatkozó
rendelkezéseinek. Az EU megfelelőségi nyilatkozat teljes szövegét a
következő weboldalon tekintheti meg: https://www.asus.com/support/
Az 5150-5350 MHz-es sávban működő Wi-Fi-t beltéri használatra kell
korlátozni az alábbi táblázatban felsorolt országokban:
Pernyataan Kesesuaian UE yang Disederhanakan
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. dengan ini menyatakan bahwa perangkat ini
memenuhi persyaratan utama dan ketentuan relevan lainnya yang terdapat
pada Petunjuk 2014/53/EU. Teks lengkap pernyataan kesesuaian EU tersedia
di: https://www.asus.com/support/
WiFi yang Beroperasi pada 5150-5350 MHz akan terbatas untuk penggunaan
dalam ruangan di negara yang tercantum dalam tabel
Vienkāršota ES atbilstības paziņojums
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ar šo paziņo, ka šī ierīce atbilst Direktīvas
2014/53/ES būtiskajām prasībām un citiem citiem saistošajiem nosacījumiem.
Pilns ES atbilstības paziņojuma teksts pieejams šeit:
https://www.asus.com/support/
Wi-Fi darbība 5150–5350MHz ir jāierobežo lietošanai telpās valstīs, kuras
norādītas tālāk.
Simplied EU Declaration of Conformity
ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at
https://www.asus.com/support/
The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor
use for countries listed in the table below:
Déclaration simpliée de conformité de l’UE
ASUSTek Computer Inc. déclare par la présente que cet appareil est conforme
aux critères essentiels et autres clauses pertinentes de la directive 2014/53/
EU. La déclaration de conformité de l’UE peut être téléchargée à partir du site
internet suivant : https://www.asus.com/support/
Dans la plage de fréquence 5150-5350 MHz, le Wi-Fi est restreint à une
utilisation en intérieur dans les pays listés dans le tableau ci-dessous:
Vereinfachte EU-Konformitätserklärung
ASUSTek COMPUTER INC erklärt hiermit, dass dieses Gerät mit den
grundlegenden Anforderungen und anderen relevanten Bestimmungen
der Richtlinie 2014/53/EU übereinstimmt. Der gesamte Text der EU-
Konformitätserklärung ist verfügbar unter: https://www.asus.com/support/
Der WLAN-Betrieb im Band von 5150-5350 MHz ist für die in der unteren
Tabelle aufgeführten Länder auf den Innenbereich beschränkt:
Dichiarazione di conformità UE semplicata
ASUSTek Computer Inc. con la presente dichiara che questo dispositivo è
conforme ai requisiti essenziali e alle altre disposizioni pertinenti con la
direttiva 2014/53/EU. Il testo completo della dichiarazione di conformità UE è
disponibile all’indirizzo: https://www.asus.com/support/
L’utilizzo della rete Wi-Fi con frequenza compresa nell’intervallo 5150-
5350MHz deve essere limitato all’interno degli edici per i paesi presenti
nella seguente tabella:
Упрощенное заявление о соответствии европейской директиве
ASUSTek Computer Inc. заявляет, что устройство соответствует основным
требованиям и другим соответствующим условиям директивы 2014/53/EU.
Полный текст декларации соответствия ЕС доступен на
https://www.asus.com/support/
Работа WiFi в диапазоне частот 5150-5350 должна быть ограничена
использованием в помещениях для стран, перечисленных в таблице ниже:
ASUSTek Computer
2014/53/EU
https://www.asus.com/support/
5150-5350 WiFi
Опростена декларация за съответствие на ЕС
С настоящото ASUSTek Computer Inc. декларира, че това устройство е
в съответствие със съществените изисквания и другите приложими
постановления на свързаната Директива 2014/53/EC. Пълният текст на ЕС
декларация за съвместимост е достъпен на адрес
https://www.asus.com/support/
WiFi, работеща в диапазон 5150-5350MHz, трябва да се ограничи до
употреба на закрито за страните, посочени в таблицата по-долу:
Declaração de Conformidade UE Simplicada
ASUSTek Computer Inc. declara que este dispositivo está em conformidade
com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições relevantes relacionadas às
diretivas 2014/53/UE. O texto completo da declaração de conformidade CE
está disponível em https://www.asus.com/support/
O WiFi operando na banda 5150-5350MHz deve ser restrito para uso interno
para os países listados na tabela abaixo:
Pojednostavljena EU Izjava o sukladnosti
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan s bitnim
zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama direktive 2014/53/EU. Cijeli
tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/
WiFi koji radi na opsegu frekvencija 5150-5350 MHz bit će ograničen na
upotrebu u zatvorenom prostoru u zemljama na donjem popisu:
Zjednodušené prohlášení o shodě EU
Společnost ASUSTek Computer Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že toto zařízení splňuje
základní požadavky a další příslušná ustanovení směrnice 2014/53/ EU. Plné
znění prohlášení o shodě EU je k dispozici na adrese
https://www.asus.com/support/
V zemích uvedených v tabulce je provoz sítě Wi-Fi ve frekvenčním rozsahu 5
150 - 5 350 MHz povolen pouze ve vnitřních prostorech:
ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC) A-7
Appendix
Supaprastinta ES atitikties deklaracija
Šiame dokumente bendrovė „ASUSTek Computer Inc.“ pareiškia, kad šis
prietaisas atitinka pagrindinius reikalavimus ir kitas susijusias Direktyvos
2014/53/ES nuostatas. Visas ES atitikties deklaracijos tekstas pateikiamas čia:
https://www.asus.com/support/
Toliau nurodytose šalyse „WiFi“ ryšiu, veikiančiu 5 150–5 350 MHz dažnio
juostoje, galima naudotis tik patalpose:
Ovaj uređaj može da se koristi u državama navedenim ispod:
Forenklet EU-samsvarserklæring
ASUSTek Computer Inc. erklærer herved at denne enheten er i samsvar med
hovedsaklige krav og andre relevante forskrifter i direktivet 2014/53/EU.
Fullstendig tekst for EU-samsvarserklæringen nnes på:
https://www.asus.com/support/
Wi-Fi-området 5150–5350 MHz skal begrenses til innendørs bruk for landene
som er oppført i tabellen:
Uproszczona deklaracja zgodności UE
Firma ASUSTek Computer Inc. niniejszym oświadcza, że urządzenie to jest
zgodne z zasadniczymi wymogami i innymi właściwymi postanowieniami
dyrektywy 2014/53/EU. Pełny tekst deklaracji zgodności UE jest dostępny pod
adresem https://www.asus.com/support/
W krajach wymienionych w tabeli działanie sieci Wi-Fi w paśmie 5150–
5350MHz powinno być ograniczone wyłącznie do pomieszczeń:
Declaração de Conformidade Simplicada da UE
A ASUSTek Computer Inc. declara que este dispositivo está em conformidade
com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições relevantes da Diretiva
2014/53/UE. O texto integral da declaração de conformidade da UE está
disponível em https://www.asus.com/support/
A utilização das frequências WiFi de 5150 a 5350MHz está restrita a
ambientes interiores nos países apresentados na tabela:
Declarație de conformitate UE, versiune simplicată
Prin prezenta, ASUSTek Computer Inc. declară că acest dispozitiv este în
conformitate cu reglementările esențiale și cu celelalte prevederi relevante
ale Directivei 2014/53/UE. Textul complet al declarației de conformitate UE
este disponibil la adresa https://www.asus.com/support/
Pentru ţările listate în tabelul de mai jos, reţelele WiFi care funcţionează în
banda de frecvenţă de 5.150-5.350 MHz trebuie utilizate doar în interior:
Pojednostavljena Deklaracija o usaglašenosti EU
ASUSTek Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj usaglašen sa
osnovnim zahtevima i drugim relevantnim odredbama Direktive 2014/53/EU.
Ceo tekst Deklaracije o usaglašenosti EU dostupan je na lokaciji
https://www.asus.com/support/
WiFi koji radi u frekventnom opsegu od 5150 MHz do 5350 MHz ograničen
je isključivo na upotrebu u zatvorenom prostoru za zemlje navedene u
tabeli ispod:
Zjednodušené vyhlásenie o zhode platné pre EÚ
Spoločnosť ASUSTek Computer Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že toto zariadenie je
v súlade so základnými požiadavkami a ďalšími príslušnými ustanoveniami
smernice č. 2014/53/EÚ. Plné znenie vyhlásenia o zhode pre EÚ je k dispozícii
na lokalite https://www.asus.com/support/
Činnosť WiFi v pásme 5150 - 5350 MHz bude obmedzená na použitie vo
vnútornom prostredí pre krajiny uvedené v tabuľke nižšie:
Poenostavljena izjava EU o skladnosti
ASUSTek Computer Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi
zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno
besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/support/
WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350MHz, mora biti v državah,
navedenih v spodnjem seznamu, omejen na notranjo uporabo:
Declaración de conformidad simplicada para la UE
Por la presente, ASUSTek Computer Inc. declara que este dispositivo cumple
los requisitos básicos y otras disposiciones pertinentes de la directiva
2014/53/EU. En https://www.asus.com/support/ está disponible el texto
completo de la declaración de conformidad para la UE.
La conexión WiFi con una frecuencia de funcionamiento de 5150-5350 MHz
se restringirá al uso en interiores para los países enumerados en la tabla:
Förenklad EU-försäkran om överensstämmelse
ASUSTek Computer Inc. deklarerar härmed att denna enhet överensstämmer
med de grundläggande kraven och andra relevanta bestämmelser i direktiv
2014/53/EU. Fullständig text av EU-försäkran om överensstämmelse nns 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:
ประกาศเกี่ยวกับความสอดคล้องของสหภาพยุโรปแบบย่อ
ASUSTek Computer Inc.
ขอประกาศในที่นี้ว่าอุปกรณ์นี้มีความสอดคล้องกับความ
ต้องการที่จำาเป็นและเงื่อนไขที่เกี่ยวข้องอื่น ๆ ของบทบัญญัติข้อกำาหนด
2014/53/EU เนื้อหาที่สมบูรณ์ของประกาศความสอดคล้องกับ EU มีอยู่ที่
https://www.asus.com/support/
การทำางานของ WiFi ที่ 5150-5350MHz
ถูกจำากัดให้ใช้ในอาคารสำาหรับประเทศที่แสดงในตาราง
Basitleştirilmiş AB Uyumluluk Bildirimi
ASUSTek Computer Inc., bu aygıtın 2014/53/EU Yönergesinin temel
gereksinimlerine ve diğer ilgili hükümlerine uygun olduğunu bildirir. AB
uygunluk bildiriminin tam metni şu adreste bulunabilir:
https://www.asus.com/support/
5150-5350 MHz arasındaki WiFi çalışması, tabloda listelenen ülkeler için iç
mekân kullanımıyla kısıtlanacaktır.
Спрощена декларація про відповідність нормам ЄС
ASUSTek Computer Inc. заявляє, що цей пристрій відповідає основним
вимогам та іншим відповідним вимогам Директиви 2014 / 53 / EU.
Повний текст декларації відповідності нормам ЄС доступний на
https://www.asus.com/support/
Робота Wi-Fi на частоті 5150-5350 МГц обмежується використанням у
приміщенні для країн, поданих у таблиці нижче:
AT BE BG CZ DK EE FR
DE IS IE IT EL ES CY
LV LI LT LU HU MT NL
NO PL PT RO SI SK TR
FI SE CH UK HR
WCBN808L-AD (Model: RTL8822BE) output power table:
Function Frequency Maximum Output Power
(EIRP)
WiFi
2412-2472 MHz 19 dBm
5150-5350 MHz 19 dBm
5470-5725 MHz 20 dBm
Bluetooth 2402-2480 MHz 8 dBm
A-8 Appendix
Appendix
ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.
Address 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan
Telephone +886-2-2894-3447
Fax +886-2-2890-7798
Web site www.asus.com
Technical Support
Telephone +86-21-38429911
Fax +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101#
Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA
Telephone +1-510-739-3777
Fax +1-510-608-4555
Web site http://www.asus.com/us/
Technical Support
Support fax +1-812-284-0883
Telephone +1-812-282-2787
Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address 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 ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC) A-9
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Per FCC Part 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 : ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING (WI-FI AC)
Conforms to the following specifications:
FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators
Supplementary Information:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Representative Person’s Name : Steve Chang / President
Signature :
Date : Sep. 20, 2017
Ver. 170324
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Appendix