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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ix Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 ...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 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-12 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-13 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ix Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 ...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 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-12 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-13 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time...
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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 ...menu 3-45 3.8 Boot menu 3-50 3.9 Tool menu 3-56 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-56 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-56 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-58 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-59 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-59 3.10 Exit menu 3-60 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-61 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-61 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-62 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-64 iv
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 ...menu 3-45 3.8 Boot menu 3-50 3.9 Tool menu 3-56 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-56 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-56 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-58 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-59 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-59 3.10 Exit menu 3-60 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-61 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-61 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-62 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-64 iv
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... 4.3 Software information 4-10 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-10 4.4.1 Ai Charger 4-14 4.4.2 USB 3.1 Boost 4-15 4.4.3 EZ Update 4-16 4.4.4 USB BIOS Flashback 4-18 4.4.5 Push Notice 4-20 4.4.6 System Information 4-23 4.4.7 Key Express 4-25 4.5 Audio configurations 4-27 Chapter 5: RAID Support 5.1... RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver...
... 4.3 Software information 4-10 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-10 4.4.1 Ai Charger 4-14 4.4.2 USB 3.1 Boost 4-15 4.4.3 EZ Update 4-16 4.4.4 USB BIOS Flashback 4-18 4.4.5 Push Notice 4-20 4.4.6 System Information 4-23 4.4.7 Key Express 4-25 4.5 Audio configurations 4-27 Chapter 5: RAID Support 5.1... RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver...
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...5. Chapter 4: Software Support This chapter describes the contents of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. How this guide ... may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: 1. Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures ...
...5. Chapter 4: Software Support This chapter describes the contents of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. How this guide ... may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: 1. Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures ...
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...are not supported. Top notch audio sensation delivers according to 1300Mbps transfer speed ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Audio shielding ensures precise analog/digital separation and greatly reduced ...104dB SNR recording input (Line-in) support - Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit true BD lossless sound - Z170-DELUXE specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Bluetooth Audio ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s controller**** - 2 ...174; ALC1150 8-channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 - Adjust BIOS settings to enhance the highest quality sound for left and right track, ensuring both...
...are not supported. Top notch audio sensation delivers according to 1300Mbps transfer speed ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Audio shielding ensures precise analog/digital separation and greatly reduced ...104dB SNR recording input (Line-in) support - Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit true BD lossless sound - Z170-DELUXE specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Bluetooth Audio ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s controller**** - 2 ...174; ALC1150 8-channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 - Adjust BIOS settings to enhance the highest quality sound for left and right track, ensuring both...
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...memory O.C. Whole system optimization with fast response time Special Memory O.C. iGPU Power: Digital 4-phase power design - UEFI BIOS - supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost and 3A power output - 5 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports @back panel (teal blue, Type A) - 1 ... Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer - Full BCLK range for extreme overclocking performance. 5-Way Optimization - Z170-DELUXE specifications summary USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® Z170 Express Chipset- supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 5 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 1 port @back panel, blue)...
...memory O.C. Whole system optimization with fast response time Special Memory O.C. iGPU Power: Digital 4-phase power design - UEFI BIOS - supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost and 3A power output - 5 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports @back panel (teal blue, Type A) - 1 ... Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer - Full BCLK range for extreme overclocking performance. 5-Way Optimization - Z170-DELUXE specifications summary USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® Z170 Express Chipset- supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 5 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 1 port @back panel, blue)...
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... - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS 5X Protection : - EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - Stream Android/iOS/Windows devices' screen on the next page) xii ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Fast and smooth online gaming with lower pings and less lags Crystal Sound 3 - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 16 Phase digital power design - ASUS Q-code - ASUS Q-Slot - Turbo APP - Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS...
... - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS 5X Protection : - EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - Stream Android/iOS/Windows devices' screen on the next page) xii ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Fast and smooth online gaming with lower pings and less lags Crystal Sound 3 - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 16 Phase digital power design - ASUS Q-code - ASUS Q-Slot - Turbo APP - Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS...
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.../Cache Voltage at 0.0125V increment - DRAM Voltage: 200-step Memory voltage control - Ai Charger+ - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution with excellent durability - CPU System Agent Voltage: Adjustable CPU System Agent Voltage...) 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 port (black, supports USB BIOS Flashback) 8-channel Audio I /O - 3x more durable corrosion- Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I/O Ports - Key Express - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS Fan Xpert 3 - EZ XMP - Mobo Connect Quiet...
.../Cache Voltage at 0.0125V increment - DRAM Voltage: 200-step Memory voltage control - Ai Charger+ - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution with excellent durability - CPU System Agent Voltage: Adjustable CPU System Agent Voltage...) 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 port (black, supports USB BIOS Flashback) 8-channel Audio I /O - 3x more durable corrosion- Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I/O Ports - Key Express - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS Fan Xpert 3 - EZ XMP - Mobo Connect Quiet...
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...on button 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last ...ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card 1 x Hyper Kit 2 x M.2 screw package 1 x user's manual 1 x CPU Installation Tool (continued on the next page) xiv Z170-DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability Accessories 2 x USB ...
...on button 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last ...ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card 1 x Hyper Kit 2 x M.2 screw package 1 x user's manual 1 x CPU Installation Tool (continued on the next page) xiv Z170-DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability Accessories 2 x USB ...
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MemOK! EPU switch 8. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) 13. BIOS Flashback button 21. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 25. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 26. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. M.2 Socket 3 12. DirectKey connector (2-pin ...) Page 1-36 1-6 1-35 1-7 1-18 1-33 1-20 1-19 1-31 1-30 1-39 1-22 1-37 1-38 1-34 1-21 1-17 1-17 1-21 2-13 1-38 1-31 1-39 1-32 1-31 1-32 ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-5 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. LGA1151 CPU socket 3. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin...
MemOK! EPU switch 8. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) 13. BIOS Flashback button 21. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 25. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 26. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. M.2 Socket 3 12. DirectKey connector (2-pin ...) Page 1-36 1-6 1-35 1-7 1-18 1-33 1-20 1-19 1-31 1-30 1-39 1-22 1-37 1-38 1-34 1-21 1-17 1-17 1-21 2-13 1-38 1-31 1-39 1-32 1-31 1-32 ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-5 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. LGA1151 CPU socket 3. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin...
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We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1, A2, B1, and B2 for better compatibility. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of the dark gray slots or the ... X.M.P. We suggest that you install the modules into any slot as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. or D.O.C.P. Chapter 1 Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the module into...
We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1, A2, B1, and B2 for better compatibility. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of the dark gray slots or the ... X.M.P. We suggest that you install the modules into any slot as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. or D.O.C.P. Chapter 1 Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the module into...
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...and update to boot during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! A message will begin automatic memory compatibility tuning and reboot for about 30 .... • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. If the system fail to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after turning on the computer. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. If the test fails, the...
...and update to boot during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! A message will begin automatic memory compatibility tuning and reboot for about 30 .... • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. If the system fail to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after turning on the computer. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. If the test fails, the...
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...to automatically adjusts the CPU performance for the exact location of the TPU LED. • If you enable this switch when the system is enabled. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-19 However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the last setting you set the TPU... switch under Windows® OS environment, the TPU function will use the 5-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Refer to TPU_II (Water-cooling). • The TPU LED (TPU_LED) near the TPU...
...to automatically adjusts the CPU performance for the exact location of the TPU LED. • If you enable this switch when the system is enabled. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-19 However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the last setting you set the TPU... switch under Windows® OS environment, the TPU function will use the 5-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Refer to TPU_II (Water-cooling). • The TPU LED (TPU_LED) near the TPU...
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... power consumption. However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at the same time. Enable this switch under Windows® OS environment, the EPU function will use the...
... power consumption. However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at the same time. Enable this switch under Windows® OS environment, the EPU function will use the...
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Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to overclocking. 7. EZ XMP switch Enable this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-21 Chapter 1 6.
Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to overclocking. 7. EZ XMP switch Enable this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-21 Chapter 1 6.
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EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. 4. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 3.
EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. 4. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 3.
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... socket shares SATA ports with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set to section 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • The SATAEXPRESS connector can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with ...you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set , refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. SATA 6G_56; Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. ...
... socket shares SATA ports with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set to section 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • The SATAEXPRESS connector can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with ...you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set , refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. SATA 6G_56; Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. ...
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... you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components...
... you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components...
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... the control modes. These are not jumpers! To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. Chapter 1 8. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin ...DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Chassis Fan 1/4 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-35 To configure the CPU fan's control mode, go to the fan connectors. Do not place jumper caps...
... the control modes. These are not jumpers! To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. Chapter 1 8. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin ...DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Chassis Fan 1/4 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-35 To configure the CPU fan's control mode, go to the fan connectors. Do not place jumper caps...
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... a daisy-chain configuration. Chapter 1 The add-on Thunderbolt I /O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately. 14. Only one SATA device could be activated. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-39 13. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is for the add-on Thunderbolt I /O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to install an.... • The M.2 socket shares SATA ports with PCIe M.2 device, ensure to set up to section 3.6.7 Onboard Device Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies with SATA Express.
... a daisy-chain configuration. Chapter 1 The add-on Thunderbolt I /O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately. 14. Only one SATA device could be activated. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-39 13. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is for the add-on Thunderbolt I /O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to install an.... • The M.2 socket shares SATA ports with PCIe M.2 device, ensure to set up to section 3.6.7 Onboard Device Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies with SATA Express.