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... mode) 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot* (max. The PCIe x16_3 is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items: Motherboard ASUS Z170-AR Motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector Accessories 2-in-1 Q-connector M.2 screw package CPU installation tool Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide and Feature Manual If...
... mode) 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot* (max. The PCIe x16_3 is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items: Motherboard ASUS Z170-AR Motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector Accessories 2-in-1 Q-connector M.2 screw package CPU installation tool Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide and Feature Manual If...
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...; Whenever you uninstall any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. Do not overtighten the screws! Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings...
...; Whenever you uninstall any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. Do not overtighten the screws! Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings...
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...1-8 1-36 1-31 1-24 1-28 1-37 1-19 1-30 1-28 1-38 1-29 1-32 1-29 1-38 1-23 1-27 1-27 1-33 1-32 1-20 ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-3 DDR4 DIMM slots 5. MemOK! System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) 12. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) 16. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) ...17. USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_34) 7. Intel® Z170 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA6G_34, SATA6G_56, SATA Express) 8. M.2 Socket 3 9. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) 13. Serial port connector (...
...1-8 1-36 1-31 1-24 1-28 1-37 1-19 1-30 1-28 1-38 1-29 1-32 1-29 1-38 1-23 1-27 1-27 1-33 1-32 1-20 ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-3 DDR4 DIMM slots 5. MemOK! System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) 12. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) 16. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) ...17. USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_34) 7. Intel® Z170 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA6G_34, SATA6G_56, SATA Express) 8. M.2 Socket 3 9. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) 13. Serial port connector (...
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1.3.1 Installing the CPU Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-5
1.3.1 Installing the CPU Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-5
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1.3.2 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 ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-7
1.3.2 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 ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-7
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... and Channel B. You can be about 3GB or less. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-9 The system maps the total size of 512 Mb (64 MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on ...® OS when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to the ...
... and Channel B. You can be about 3GB or less. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-9 The system maps the total size of 512 Mb (64 MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on ...® OS when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to the ...
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...-18-36 1.2 - 18-18-18-36 1.2 • • • • • • SS - - 16-16-18-36 1.2 • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-11 DDR4 3000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. DS -
...-18-36 1.2 - 18-18-18-36 1.2 • • • • • • SS - - 16-16-18-36 1.2 • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-11 DDR4 3000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. DS -
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...-35 1.2 15-15-15-36 1.2 15-15-15-35 1.2 15-15-15-35 1.2 16-16-16-39 1.2 16-16-16-39 1.2 15-15-15-36 1.2 ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-13
...-35 1.2 15-15-15-36 1.2 15-15-15-35 1.2 15-15-15-35 1.2 16-16-16-39 1.2 16-16-16-39 1.2 15-15-15-36 1.2 ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-13
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... the expansion card. Expansion slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_2 slot PCI slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-17 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings: 1. Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. When...
... the expansion card. Expansion slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_2 slot PCI slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-17 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings: 1. Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. When...
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To erase the RTC RAM: 1. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-19 Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values. • Due to chipset behavior, AC power ...
To erase the RTC RAM: 1. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-19 Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values. • Due to chipset behavior, AC power ...
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DisplayPort 3. LAN_USB31_EA2 (supports USB 3.1 Boost) 9. LAN port* 5. USB Type-C port EC1 (supports USB 3.1 Boost) 8. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-21 USB 2.0 ports 910 2. Audio I/O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors Rear panel connectors 1. HDMI port 6. USB 3.0 ports 56 (supports USB 3.1 Boost) 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 4.
DisplayPort 3. LAN_USB31_EA2 (supports USB 3.1 Boost) 9. LAN port* 5. USB Type-C port EC1 (supports USB 3.1 Boost) 8. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-21 USB 2.0 ports 910 2. Audio I/O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors Rear panel connectors 1. HDMI port 6. USB 3.0 ports 56 (supports USB 3.1 Boost) 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 4.
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ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-23 Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. The COM module is for a serial (COM) port.
ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-23 Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. The COM module is for a serial (COM) port.
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ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-25 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! The FAN EXTENSION ... fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • W_PUMP function support depends on water cooling device. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of the connector. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the...
ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-25 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! The FAN EXTENSION ... fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • W_PUMP function support depends on water cooling device. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of the connector. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the...
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... module to this connector, then install the module to [HD Audio]. See section 2.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-27 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module...
... module to this connector, then install the module to [HD Audio]. See section 2.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-27 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module...
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... these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mb/s connection speed. 9. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-29
... these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mb/s connection speed. 9. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-29
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... 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_34) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-31 With an installed USB 3.0 module, you to install the related driver to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel...
... 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_34) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-31 With an installed USB 3.0 module, you to install the related driver to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel...
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Flashback header (12-1 pin FLBK_HEADER) This connector is purchased separately. The USB BIOS Flashback card is for the USB BIOS Flashback card that allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-33 15.
Flashback header (12-1 pin FLBK_HEADER) This connector is purchased separately. The USB BIOS Flashback card is for the USB BIOS Flashback card that allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-33 15.
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To turn off the LEDs, refer to BIOS section 2.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration > LED Design Switch for details. 3. EZ XMP LED (XLED1) This LED lights up when the system is fully powered and operating. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-35 LED Design These LEDs light up when you enable the EZ XMP switch. 4.
To turn off the LEDs, refer to BIOS section 2.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration > LED Design Switch for details. 3. EZ XMP LED (XLED1) This LED lights up when the system is fully powered and operating. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-35 LED Design These LEDs light up when you enable the EZ XMP switch. 4.
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However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the last setting you have made. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-37 TPU switch With its two-level adjustment functions, the TPU allows you to automatically adjusts the CPU performance for air-cooling and water-...
However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the last setting you have made. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-37 TPU switch With its two-level adjustment functions, the TPU allows you to automatically adjusts the CPU performance for air-cooling and water-...