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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Q170M-CM-B specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 System memory 1-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information BIOS setup program 2-1 EZ Mode...2-2 Advanced Mode 2-3 Exit menu...2-4 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Q170M-CM-B specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 System memory 1-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information BIOS setup program 2-1 EZ Mode...2-2 Advanced Mode 2-3 Exit menu...2-4 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
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... Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD ASUS Q170M-CM-B motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I ports - Supports DisplayPort with maximum resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24Hz / 2560 ...-length, Wi-Fi support) (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports DVI-I with voltage lower than 1.5V. Q170M-CM-B specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics LGA1151 socket for 6th Generation Intel® Core...
... Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD ASUS Q170M-CM-B motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I ports - Supports DisplayPort with maximum resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24Hz / 2560 ...-length, Wi-Fi support) (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports DVI-I with voltage lower than 1.5V. Q170M-CM-B specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics LGA1151 socket for 6th Generation Intel® Core...
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.../2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)* * M.2 shares SATA mode with smart devices in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - Q170M-CM-B specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Rear panel I port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports 4 x USB 3.0 ports (blue) 3 x Audio jacks (continued on the next page) vii Intel®...
.../2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)* * M.2 shares SATA mode with smart devices in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - Q170M-CM-B specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Rear panel I port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports 4 x USB 3.0 ports (blue) 3 x Audio jacks (continued on the next page) vii Intel®...
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Q170M-CM-B specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD OS support Form factor 2 x USB 3.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 3.0 ports 1 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports 6 ... (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows® 8.1 (64-bit) Windows® 7 (32-bit / 64-bit)* * Please refer to ASUS website and download "Window® 7 installation guide" and "ASUS EZ installer" to change without notice. uATX form factor: 9.6 in . (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to install Windows® 7. viii x 9.6 in .
Q170M-CM-B specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD OS support Form factor 2 x USB 3.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 3.0 ports 1 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports 6 ... (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows® 8.1 (64-bit) Windows® 7 (32-bit / 64-bit)* * Please refer to ASUS website and download "Window® 7 installation guide" and "ASUS EZ installer" to change without notice. uATX form factor: 9.6 in . (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to install Windows® 7. viii x 9.6 in .
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Failure to get the detailed pin definitions. ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Unplug the power cord before touching any component. ... 2260 2242 1 M.2(WIFI) CHA_FAN2 2 WLAN 9 LANGuard AUDIO 21 ASM1480 ASM1480 ASM1480 ASM1480 PCIEX16_1 USB3_12 I219LM 10 22 21 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 BATTERY PCIEX1_2 Q170M-CM-B Intel® Q170 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_2 ALC 887 AAFP MONO_OUT LPT PCIEX16_2 COM1 COM2 USB3_910 LANLED2 LANLED1 USB1314 CHASSIS DIS_ME CLRTC SPEAKER 128Mb BIOS...
Failure to get the detailed pin definitions. ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Unplug the power cord before touching any component. ... 2260 2242 1 M.2(WIFI) CHA_FAN2 2 WLAN 9 LANGuard AUDIO 21 ASM1480 ASM1480 ASM1480 ASM1480 PCIEX16_1 USB3_12 I219LM 10 22 21 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 BATTERY PCIEX1_2 Q170M-CM-B Intel® Q170 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_2 ALC 887 AAFP MONO_OUT LPT PCIEX16_2 COM1 COM2 USB3_910 LANLED2 LANLED1 USB1314 CHASSIS DIS_ME CLRTC SPEAKER 128Mb BIOS...
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... component is for USBchargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with a jumper cap. Chassis intrusion header (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This header is removed or replaced. ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-3 Connect one of these connectors for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this header...
... component is for USBchargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with a jumper cap. Chassis intrusion header (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This header is removed or replaced. ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-3 Connect one of these connectors for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this header...
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... the BIOS setup to get better performance. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Realtek 8111H LAN Controller - - - ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-5 If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this motherboard A B C D SATA Controller shared - - - XHCI Controller PCIEx1_1 PCIEx1_2 shared - - - IRQ assignments for...
... the BIOS setup to get better performance. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Realtek 8111H LAN Controller - - - ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-5 If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this motherboard A B C D SATA Controller shared - - - XHCI Controller PCIEx1_1 PCIEx1_2 shared - - - IRQ assignments for...
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... strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 8. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-7 Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic...
... strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 8. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-7 Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic...
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... the same CAS Latency. Check with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. Visit the ASUS website at http://support.microsoft. System memory Overview This motherboard comes with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • According...memory from the higher-sized channel is notched differently from the same vendor. Installing a DIMM 1 To remove a DIMM A B 2 A A B ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-9 com/kb/929605/en-us. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 • You may ...
... the same CAS Latency. Check with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. Visit the ASUS website at http://support.microsoft. System memory Overview This motherboard comes with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • According...memory from the higher-sized channel is notched differently from the same vendor. Installing a DIMM 1 To remove a DIMM A B 2 A A B ASUS Q170M-CM-B 1-9 com/kb/929605/en-us. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 • You may ...
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...fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to change between the two modes. See section Motherboard overview for information on . ASUS Q170M-CM-B 2-1 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to view the BIOS update guide. • Before using the BIOS Setup program. BIOS information... to turn the system off then back on how to the default value. Press the power button to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). We recommend you do not press or , POST continues with its...
...fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to change between the two modes. See section Motherboard overview for information on . ASUS Q170M-CM-B 2-1 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to view the BIOS update guide. • Before using the BIOS Setup program. BIOS information... to turn the system off then back on how to the default value. Press the power button to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). We recommend you do not press or , POST continues with its...
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... the following sections for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Last modified settings Search on FAQs Displays the CPU temperature, CPU and memory voltage output ASUS Q170M-CM-B 2-3
... the following sections for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Last modified settings Search on FAQs Displays the CPU temperature, CPU and memory voltage output ASUS Q170M-CM-B 2-3
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... used in a residential installation. Operation is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. ASUS Q170M-CM-B A-1 Appendix Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of shielded cables for help. The use of the FCC Rules.
... used in a residential installation. Operation is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. ASUS Q170M-CM-B A-1 Appendix Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of shielded cables for help. The use of the FCC Rules.
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...product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be able to the State of electronic products. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to enable proper reuse of Chemicals) regulatory framework... placed in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the motherboard in different regions. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for disposal of California to in compliance with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation... License. Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); ASUS Q170M-CM-B A-3
...product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be able to the State of electronic products. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to enable proper reuse of Chemicals) regulatory framework... placed in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the motherboard in different regions. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for disposal of California to in compliance with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation... License. Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); ASUS Q170M-CM-B A-3
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... +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539..., 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 Q170M-CM-B A-5 ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.
... +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539..., 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 Q170M-CM-B A-5 ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.
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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 : Q170M-CM-B Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators...
.... 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 : Q170M-CM-B Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators...