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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z170 PRO GAMING / AURA specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-8 1.5 Expansion slots 1-11 1.6 Headers / Jumpers / Holes 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1-15 1.8 Onboard LED 1-25 1.9 Software support 1-27 Chapter...2-28 2.7 Monitor menu 2-37 2.8 Boot menu 2-42 2.9 Tool menu 2-47 2.10 Exit menu 2-49 2.11 Installing an operating system 2-50 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z170 PRO GAMING / AURA specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-8 1.5 Expansion slots 1-11 1.6 Headers / Jumpers / Holes 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1-15 1.8 Onboard LED 1-25 1.9 Software support 1-27 Chapter...2-28 2.7 Monitor menu 2-37 2.8 Boot menu 2-42 2.9 Tool menu 2-47 2.10 Exit menu 2-49 2.11 Installing an operating system 2-50 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
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... iv About this guide is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. It includes descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it by yourself. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power... cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that your power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • ...
... iv About this guide is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. It includes descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it by yourself. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power... cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that your power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • ...
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... damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz - at x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot (max. Z170 PRO GAMING / AURA specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics... Expansion slots LGA1151 socket for Intel® CPU support list. Package contents Check your retailer. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for 6th ...
... damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz - at x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot (max. Z170 PRO GAMING / AURA specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics... Expansion slots LGA1151 socket for Intel® CPU support list. Package contents Check your retailer. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for 6th ...
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... from the power supply. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to the chassis. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-1 Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage to motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, place it on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it...
... from the power supply. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to the chassis. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-1 Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage to motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, place it on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it...
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 24.4cm(9.6in) 2 4 KBMS _USB1314 EATX12V CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM CPU_OPT 5 RGBLED 6 HDMI DP ASM 1442K BOOT_DEVICE_LED VGA_LED DRAM_LED CPU_LED DDR4 DIMM_A1 (64bit,...1142 2 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 7 23 PCIEX1_1 22 23 Intel I219V PCIEX16_1 M.2(SOCKET3) SATA6G_56 SATA6G_34 SATA6G_12 22 23 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 BATTERY 22 PCIEX16_2 Intel® Z170 8 21 ALC 1150 COVER SupremeFX LED 3D MOUNT PCIEX1_3 22110 TPU AAFP PCIEX16_3 COM CHA_FAN2 TPM USB78 ROG_EXT 2280 2260 2242 USB910 SB_PWR 128Mb BIOS...
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 24.4cm(9.6in) 2 4 KBMS _USB1314 EATX12V CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM CPU_OPT 5 RGBLED 6 HDMI DP ASM 1442K BOOT_DEVICE_LED VGA_LED DRAM_LED CPU_LED DDR4 DIMM_A1 (64bit,...1142 2 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 7 23 PCIEX1_1 22 23 Intel I219V PCIEX16_1 M.2(SOCKET3) SATA6G_56 SATA6G_34 SATA6G_12 22 23 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 BATTERY 22 PCIEX16_2 Intel® Z170 8 21 ALC 1150 COVER SupremeFX LED 3D MOUNT PCIEX1_3 22110 TPU AAFP PCIEX16_3 COM CHA_FAN2 TPM USB78 ROG_EXT 2280 2260 2242 USB910 SB_PWR 128Mb BIOS...
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DDR4 DIMM slots 5. Intel® Z170 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) 9. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 16. PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots 23. Intel® LGA1151 CPU socket 4. Q LEDs...) 8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 12. Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA CPU socket LGA1151 ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-3 PCI Express 3.0 x1 slots Page 1-19 1-18 1-3 1-8 1-26 1-26 1-21 1-22 1-24 1-19 1-23 1-14 1-13 1-25 1-24 1-20 1-17 1-17 1-20 1-14 1-25 1-11 1-11 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for...
DDR4 DIMM slots 5. Intel® Z170 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) 9. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 16. PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots 23. Intel® LGA1151 CPU socket 4. Q LEDs...) 8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 12. Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA CPU socket LGA1151 ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-3 PCI Express 3.0 x1 slots Page 1-19 1-18 1-3 1-8 1-26 1-26 1-21 1-22 1-24 1-19 1-23 1-14 1-13 1-25 1-24 1-20 1-17 1-17 1-20 1-14 1-25 1-11 1-11 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for...
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DO NOT install a CPU designed for the LGA1151 socket only. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • ... or if you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap...
DO NOT install a CPU designed for the LGA1151 socket only. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • ... or if you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap...
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... CPU Installation Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. 1.3.2 CPU heatsink... and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only.
... CPU Installation Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. 1.3.2 CPU heatsink... and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only.
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..., DDR2, or DDR3 module. Recommended memory configurations 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC...
..., DDR2, or DDR3 module. Recommended memory configurations 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC...
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...• Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. - For more efficient memory cooling system to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft. For effective use of memory,... at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to use a more details, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-9 Any excess memory from a memory module. Use a maximum of 3 GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ...
...• Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. - For more efficient memory cooling system to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft. For effective use of memory,... at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to use a more details, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-9 Any excess memory from a memory module. Use a maximum of 3 GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ...
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... drivers for the card. 2. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Secure the card to install expansion cards. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-11 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to...
... drivers for the card. 2. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Secure the card to install expansion cards. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-11 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to...
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... N/A N/A x4 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for this motherboard PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 ASM1142 PCIE x1_1 LAN I219V PCIE x16_3 M.2(X4) PCIE x1_3 PCIE x1_2 XHCI Controller SATA Controller...
... N/A N/A x4 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for this motherboard PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 ASM1142 PCIE x1_1 LAN I219V PCIE x16_3 M.2(X4) PCIE x1_3 PCIE x1_2 XHCI Controller SATA Controller...
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... Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a personalized motherboard. 3D MOUNT Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 3D MOUNT • Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com. • Use the bundled 3D mount printing screws to these 3D Mount holes for a flexible overclocking system, depending...
... Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a personalized motherboard. 3D MOUNT Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 3D MOUNT • Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com. • Use the bundled 3D mount printing screws to these 3D Mount holes for a flexible overclocking system, depending...
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... F Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced > Monitor > Q-Fan Configuration > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components....8226; The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1 A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of ...
... F Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced > Monitor > Q-Fan Configuration > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components....8226; The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1 A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of ...
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...cable that allows you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. T_SENSOR GND PIN 1 SENSOR IN Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA T_SENSOR connector ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-19 The system may become unstable or may not boot up . •... Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides ...
...cable that allows you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. T_SENSOR GND PIN 1 SENSOR IN Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA T_SENSOR connector ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-19 The system may become unstable or may not boot up . •... Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides ...
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... you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for the Front Base. ROG_EXT Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA ROG_EXT connectors • The Front Base is set the item to [HD]. ROG Extension - By default, this connector,... Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's...
... you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for the Front Base. ROG_EXT Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA ROG_EXT connectors • The Front Base is set the item to [HD]. ROG Extension - By default, this connector,... Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's...
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... 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 Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [RAID]. If you can create a RAID...Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Intel® Z170 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) This connector connects to the manual bundled in the BIOS...
... 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 Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [RAID]. If you can create a RAID...Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Intel® Z170 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) This connector connects to the manual bundled in the BIOS...
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...a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. M.2(SOCKET3) 22110 2280 2260 2242 Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA M.2(SOCKET3) • This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. • The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased ...the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. The USB 2.0 module is operating in SATA mode, SATA port 1 will damage the motherboard! USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will be disabled. 12. These...
...a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. M.2(SOCKET3) 22110 2280 2260 2242 Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA M.2(SOCKET3) • This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. • The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased ...the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. The USB 2.0 module is operating in SATA mode, SATA port 1 will damage the motherboard! USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will be disabled. 12. These...
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... shows the location of your motherboard. This LED also outlines the separation of the audio components from the BIOS or the LED Control app in Ai Suite 3. To change the lit modes from the rest of the onboard LED. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-25 You can turn off... mode. See section 2.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. The LED lights up in BIOS, go to Advanced > Onboard Devices Configuration > SupremeFX LED Lighting item. Standby Power LED (SB_PWR) The motherboard comes with a standby ...
... shows the location of your motherboard. This LED also outlines the separation of the audio components from the BIOS or the LED Control app in Ai Suite 3. To change the lit modes from the rest of the onboard LED. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-25 You can turn off... mode. See section 2.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. The LED lights up in BIOS, go to Advanced > Onboard Devices Configuration > SupremeFX LED Lighting item. Standby Power LED (SB_PWR) The motherboard comes with a standby ...