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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 10 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for Z370 Killer SLI/ac only) 13 Chapter 2 Installation 15 2.1 Installing the CPU 16 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 19 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 20 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 22 2.5 Jumpers Setup 23 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 24 2.7 SLITM...
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 10 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for Z370 Killer SLI/ac only) 13 Chapter 2 Installation 15 2.1 Installing the CPU 16 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 19 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 20 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 22 2.5 Jumpers Setup 23 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 24 2.7 SLITM...
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.... ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 2 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional) • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (Optional) (for purchasing ASRock Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI motherboard...
.... ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 2 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional) • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (Optional) (for purchasing ASRock Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI motherboard...
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... ensures extraordinary low power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for Z370 Killer SLI/ac only) WiFi-802.11ac + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.2 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that adds a whole new...
... ensures extraordinary low power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for Z370 Killer SLI/ac only) WiFi-802.11ac + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.2 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that adds a whole new...
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Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Chapter 2 Installation This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components. ... • Make sure to unplug the power cord before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before installing or removing the motherboard components. Before you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-...
Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Chapter 2 Installation This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components. ... • Make sure to unplug the power cord before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before installing or removing the motherboard components. Before you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-...
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Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 1 2 CPU_FAN English 19
Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 1 2 CPU_FAN English 19
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... (LIN) to Ground (GND). Connect Ground (GND) to OUT2_L. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for the HD audio panel only. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front audio panel. 1. C. You don't need to the "FrontMic" Tab in our manual and chassis manual to the ground pin.... To activate the front mic, go to connect them for the AC'97 audio panel. Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CHA_FAN3/W_ PUMP...
... (LIN) to Ground (GND). Connect Ground (GND) to OUT2_L. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for the HD audio panel only. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front audio panel. 1. C. You don't need to the "FrontMic" Tab in our manual and chassis manual to the ground pin.... To activate the front mic, go to connect them for the AC'97 audio panel. Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CHA_FAN3/W_ PUMP...
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...supports a serial port module. Please connect a Thunderbolt™ add-in card (AIC) to the Thunderbolt AIC connector via the GPIO cable. * Please install the Thunderbolt™ AIC card to Pin 1-3. 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 4 1...default slot). vides a 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. English 27 To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7 or 8, No. 4) ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7 or 8, No. 5) ATX 12V ...
...supports a serial port module. Please connect a Thunderbolt™ add-in card (AIC) to the Thunderbolt AIC connector via the GPIO cable. * Please install the Thunderbolt™ AIC card to Pin 1-3. 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 4 1...default slot). vides a 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. English 27 To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7 or 8, No. 4) ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7 or 8, No. 5) ATX 12V ...
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...Download the drivers from the NVIDIA® website: www.nvidia.com 3. Please refer to the NVIDIA® website for details. 2.7.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot and the other graphics card to the PCI Express graphics ... PSU. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 2.7 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide This motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology that the cards are NVIDIA® certi- Make sure that are properly seated on the slots. Make sure that allows you to install up to...
...Download the drivers from the NVIDIA® website: www.nvidia.com 3. Please refer to the NVIDIA® website for details. 2.7.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot and the other graphics card to the PCI Express graphics ... PSU. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 2.7 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide This motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology that the cards are NVIDIA® certi- Make sure that are properly seated on the slots. Make sure that allows you to install up to...
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Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup Install the graphics card drivers to enable the multi-GPU. Please follow the below procedures to your system. For SLITM and Quad SLITM mode Step 1 Double-... enjoy the benefits of SLITM or Quad SLITM. 31 English Then select Maximize 3D performance and click Apply. Step 2 In the left pane, click Set SLI and PhysX configuration. Step 4 You can enable the Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the Windows® system tray. Step 3 Reboot your system...
Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup Install the graphics card drivers to enable the multi-GPU. Please follow the below procedures to your system. For SLITM and Quad SLITM mode Step 1 Double-... enjoy the benefits of SLITM or Quad SLITM. 31 English Then select Maximize 3D performance and click Apply. Step 2 In the left pane, click Set SLI and PhysX configuration. Step 4 You can enable the Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the Windows® system tray. Step 3 Reboot your system...
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Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module and the screw. 5 4 3 2 1 Step 2 Depending on the PCB type and length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, ... connector that aims to be disabled. E D C Nut Location PCB Length Module Type 1 B A A 3cm Type2230 2 B 4.2cm Type 2242 3 C 6cm Type2260 4 D 8cm Type 2280 English 35 No. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA_0 will be used.
Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module and the screw. 5 4 3 2 1 Step 2 Depending on the PCB type and length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, ... connector that aims to be disabled. E D C Nut Location PCB Length Module Type 1 B A A 3cm Type2230 2 B 4.2cm Type 2242 3 C 6cm Type2260 4 D 8cm Type 2280 English 35 No. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA_0 will be used.
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... then follow the order from top to bottom to install it. 39 English Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to install those required drivers. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the...
... then follow the order from top to bottom to install it. 39 English Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to install those required drivers. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the...
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Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop The ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. With ASRock Live Update & APP Shop, you can quickly and easily install various apps and support utilities. Click on your desktop to access ASRock Live...
Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop The ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. With ASRock Live Update & APP Shop, you can quickly and easily install various apps and support utilities. Click on your desktop to access ASRock Live...
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Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Step 3 If you can icon . *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps. 45 English To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can find the green "Installed" icon appears on the red icon to install the app, click on the upper right corner. Step 4 When installation completes, you want to start downloading.
Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI Step 3 If you can icon . *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps. 45 English To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can find the green "Installed" icon appears on the red icon to install the app, click on the upper right corner. Step 4 When installation completes, you want to start downloading.
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Step 3 Click Update to see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Click to select one or more details. Please update them all soon. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you will see more items you want to update. Click on Step 2 to start the update process. 47 English Step 1 Please check the item information before update.
Step 3 Click Update to see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Click to select one or more details. Please update them all soon. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you will see more items you want to update. Click on Step 2 to start the update process. 47 English Step 1 Please check the item information before update.
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RGB_LED 1 12V G R B 1 B R 12V G 1. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your RGB LED strips to motherboard components. 1. The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED ... so may be damaged. 2. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 3.4 ASRock RGB LED ASRock RGB LED is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters. 49 English otherwise, the cable may cause damages to the RGB LED Header (RGB_LED) on the motherboard. Never install the RGB LED cable...
RGB_LED 1 12V G R B 1 B R 12V G 1. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your RGB LED strips to motherboard components. 1. The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED ... so may be damaged. 2. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI 3.4 ASRock RGB LED ASRock RGB LED is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters. 49 English otherwise, the cable may cause damages to the RGB LED Header (RGB_LED) on the motherboard. Never install the RGB LED cable...
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...ASPM support for all CPU downstream devices. PCH DMI ASPM Support This option enables/disables the ASPM support for all PCH DMI devices. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI PCIE3 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE6. IGPU Multi-Monitor Select disable to one or more local APICs. PCIE6 Link Speed...PCI Express power saving in OS. DMI ASPM Support This option enables/disables the control of ASPM on CPU side of memory that is installed. IOAPIC 24-119 Entries I/O APICs contain a redirection table, which is used to route the interrupts it receives from peripheral buses to ...
...ASPM support for all CPU downstream devices. PCH DMI ASPM Support This option enables/disables the ASPM support for all PCH DMI devices. Z370 Killer SLI/ac / Z370 Killer SLI PCIE3 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE6. IGPU Multi-Monitor Select disable to one or more local APICs. PCIE6 Link Speed...PCI Express power saving in OS. DMI ASPM Support This option enables/disables the control of ASPM on CPU side of memory that is installed. IOAPIC 24-119 Entries I/O APICs contain a redirection table, which is used to route the interrupts it receives from peripheral buses to ...
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If [Power On] is selected, the system will remain off the LED in S5 Turn on AC/Power Loss Select the power state after a power failure. Front Panel Enable/disable front panel HD audio. Set to Auto to boot up when the ... for power saving when the computer is selected, the power will start to enable onboard HD audio and automatically disable it when a sound card is installed. WAN Radio Enable/disable the WiFi module's connectivity. Restore on /off when the power recovers. Onboard LAN Enable or disable the onboard network interface controller...
If [Power On] is selected, the system will remain off the LED in S5 Turn on AC/Power Loss Select the power state after a power failure. Front Panel Enable/disable front panel HD audio. Set to Auto to boot up when the ... for power saving when the computer is selected, the power will start to enable onboard HD audio and automatically disable it when a sound card is installed. WAN Radio Enable/disable the WiFi module's connectivity. Restore on /off when the power recovers. Onboard LAN Enable or disable the onboard network interface controller...