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...problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we can coordinate the terms and cost of Certain Software This product contains copyrighted software that we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to this product. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE... code and your request please provide the name, model number and version, as source code archives, etc. ii No part of this manual may or may not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair,...
...problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we can coordinate the terms and cost of Certain Software This product contains copyrighted software that we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to this product. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE... code and your request please provide the name, model number and version, as source code archives, etc. ii No part of this manual may or may not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair,...
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..., Quick Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, and Intel® InsiderTM Maximum shared memory of DDR4 2133 MHz. 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at x4 mode, compatible with maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 @ 24Hz / 2560 x 1600@60Hz - Supports HDMI with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots 2 x PCI slots Supports AMD® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Integrated graphics processor - H170-PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU Support Graphics Specifications LGA1151 socket for Intel® CPU support list.
..., Quick Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, and Intel® InsiderTM Maximum shared memory of DDR4 2133 MHz. 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at x4 mode, compatible with maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 @ 24Hz / 2560 x 1600@60Hz - Supports HDMI with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots 2 x PCI slots Supports AMD® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Integrated graphics processor - H170-PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU Support Graphics Specifications LGA1151 socket for Intel® CPU support list.
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...in SATA mode is installed on the M.2 socket, SATA Express supports one PCIe mode device or one SATA mode device (installed on SATA_2 port only). In this setup, the system sets a higher priority for greater durability Superb Performance M.2 onboard - World-class circuit-protecting power design - H170-PRO specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Specifications Intel® H170 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 14 support - 1 x SATA Express port (compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type...
...in SATA mode is installed on the M.2 socket, SATA Express supports one PCIe mode device or one SATA mode device (installed on SATA_2 port only). In this setup, the system sets a higher priority for greater durability Superb Performance M.2 onboard - World-class circuit-protecting power design - H170-PRO specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Specifications Intel® H170 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 14 support - 1 x SATA Express port (compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type...
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...; 7. H170-PRO specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD OS support Form factor Specifications 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 Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows...
...; 7. H170-PRO specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD OS support Form factor Specifications 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 Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows...
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... effective use a more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. com/kb/929605/en-us. • The default memory operation frequency is the standard way of the following: - For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install memory...
... effective use a more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. com/kb/929605/en-us. • The default memory operation frequency is the standard way of the following: - For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install memory...
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.... When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (x16 + x4 mode) that they support. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if...
.... When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (x16 + x4 mode) that they support. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if...
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... separately. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. ASUS H170-PRO 1-15 USB1112 USB1314 USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC H170-PRO PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND H170-PRO USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up...
... separately. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. ASUS H170-PRO 1-15 USB1112 USB1314 USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC H170-PRO PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND H170-PRO USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up...
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... Desktop Responsiveness technologies with PCIe/SATA M.2 device, ensure to set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to 32Gb/s. • M.2 Socket and SATA Express slots support PCIe and SATA devices in PCIe or SATA mode. - When a device in PCIe mode is installed on SATA_2 port only). W hen a device in both PCIe or SATA modes. ASUS H170-PRO 1-19 • This socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set up the Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode. • The M.2 slot supports data transfer speed up to [AHCI...
... Desktop Responsiveness technologies with PCIe/SATA M.2 device, ensure to set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to 32Gb/s. • M.2 Socket and SATA Express slots support PCIe and SATA devices in PCIe or SATA mode. - When a device in PCIe mode is installed on SATA_2 port only). W hen a device in both PCIe or SATA modes. ASUS H170-PRO 1-19 • This socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set up the Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode. • The M.2 slot supports data transfer speed up to [AHCI...
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... connectors connect to SATAEXPRESS hard disk drives via SATAEXPRESS signal cables. In this setup, the system sets a higher priority for M.2 Socket than the SATA Express slots. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction H170-PRO H170-PRO Intel® SATAEXPRESS SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND Floating Device_Reset GND Detection SATAEXPRESS • The SATA Express connector can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. • M.2 Socket and SATA Express slots support PCIe...
... connectors connect to SATAEXPRESS hard disk drives via SATAEXPRESS signal cables. In this setup, the system sets a higher priority for M.2 Socket than the SATA Express slots. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction H170-PRO H170-PRO Intel® SATAEXPRESS SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND Floating Device_Reset GND Detection SATAEXPRESS • The SATA Express connector can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. • M.2 Socket and SATA Express slots support PCIe...
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... file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the lists of the unique features of the Support DVD to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Click the Driver, Utilities, Manual, or Special tabs to change at www.asus.com for updates. 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 7 (64-bit/32-bit), Windows® 8.1 (64-bit) and Windows...
... file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the lists of the unique features of the Support DVD to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Click the Driver, Utilities, Manual, or Special tabs to change at www.asus.com for updates. 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 7 (64-bit/32-bit), Windows® 8.1 (64-bit) and Windows...
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... restore the BIOS in case you to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS H170-PRO 2-1 With this utlity, you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: H170-PRO version: 0302...
... restore the BIOS in case you to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS H170-PRO 2-1 With this utlity, you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: H170-PRO version: 0302...
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... updating the BIOS! ASUS H170-PRO 2-3 Download the latest BIOS file from http://support.asus.com and save them in the removable device into H170P. Before updating BIOS • Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive. • Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery...
... updating the BIOS! ASUS H170-PRO 2-3 Download the latest BIOS file from http://support.asus.com and save them in the removable device into H170P. Before updating BIOS • Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive. • Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery...
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....org)! Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). Please select boot device: and to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot from Drive C (optical drive) to the USB port. 2. Press ENTER to boot using defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB) Enter Setup 4. On the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc...
....org)! Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). Please select boot device: and to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot from Drive C (optical drive) to the USB port. 2. Press ENTER to boot using defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB) Enter Setup 4. On the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc...
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... installed to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press . Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Shows the bootable devices Displays the Advanced mode menus Saves the changes Searches FAQ and resets the system Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed...
... installed to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press . Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Shows the bootable devices Displays the Advanced mode menus Saves the changes Searches FAQ and resets the system Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed...
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... disable render standby support. The CPU graphics shared system memory size is fixed at PCI-E 2.0 speed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] RC6(Render Standby) [Enabled] Allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. DMI Max Link Speed [Gen2] Allows you to select a primary display from CPU, PCIE and PCI graphics devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management on MCH. PCI Express options...
... disable render standby support. The CPU graphics shared system memory size is fixed at PCI-E 2.0 speed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] RC6(Render Standby) [Enabled] Allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. DMI Max Link Speed [Gen2] Allows you to select a primary display from CPU, PCIE and PCI graphics devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management on MCH. PCI Express options...
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... memory configuration parameters. PCI Express Configuration PCIe Speed [Auto] Allows you to configure the PCIe speed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the SATA Mode Selection to [Enabled]. The following items appear only when you set the SATA Controller(s) to [RAID]. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-32 Chapter 2: Getting started The AHCI allows the onboard storage...
... memory configuration parameters. PCI Express Configuration PCIe Speed [Auto] Allows you to configure the PCIe speed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the SATA Mode Selection to [Enabled]. The following items appear only when you set the SATA Controller(s) to [RAID]. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-32 Chapter 2: Getting started The AHCI allows the onboard storage...
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...[Enabled] ASUS H170-PRO 2-33 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] LED Locate [Enabled] When enabled, the LED/SGPIO hardware is attached and ping to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA6G_1~6(Gray) [Enabled] Allow you to enable/disable the SATA6G_1~6 port. RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 / RAID 5 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the RAID 0 /RAID 1/ RAID 10/ RAID 5 feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] External SATA [Disabled] Allow you to enable/disable the external SATA support. Configuration options: [Auto...
...[Enabled] ASUS H170-PRO 2-33 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] LED Locate [Enabled] When enabled, the LED/SGPIO hardware is attached and ping to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA6G_1~6(Gray) [Enabled] Allow you to enable/disable the SATA6G_1~6 port. RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 / RAID 5 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the RAID 0 /RAID 1/ RAID 10/ RAID 5 feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] External SATA [Disabled] Allow you to enable/disable the external SATA support. Configuration options: [Auto...
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... only support PCIE devices. [SATA EXpress] SATA mode will be switched to set the serial port configuration. IRQ=4] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [On] and allows you to SATA Express. IRQ=3] ASUS H170-PRO 2-35 Front Panel Type [HD Audio] Allows you to [Enabled]. IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; Configuration options: [On] [Off] Serial Port Configuration The sub-items in this menu allow you set the audio shielding LED mode. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; Serial Port [On] Allows you to set the HD Audio Controller...
... only support PCIE devices. [SATA EXpress] SATA mode will be switched to set the serial port configuration. IRQ=4] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [On] and allows you to SATA Express. IRQ=3] ASUS H170-PRO 2-35 Front Panel Type [HD Audio] Allows you to [Enabled]. IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; Configuration options: [On] [Off] Serial Port Configuration The sub-items in this menu allow you set the audio shielding LED mode. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; Serial Port [On] Allows you to set the HD Audio Controller...
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.../2 devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-36 Chapter 2: Getting started Power On By RTC [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Wake-on-LAN function of the onboard LAN controller or other ways except via the USB and PS/2 devices. Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC (Real-Time Clock) to get the system ready for ErP requirement. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Deep S4 [Disabled] When enabled, the...
.../2 devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-36 Chapter 2: Getting started Power On By RTC [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Wake-on-LAN function of the onboard LAN controller or other ways except via the USB and PS/2 devices. Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC (Real-Time Clock) to get the system ready for ErP requirement. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Deep S4 [Disabled] When enabled, the...
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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.8.4 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for better compatibility. The following four items appear when you set Boot Logo Display to [Disabled]. Boot Device Control [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] Allows you to select the type of the BIOS after POST. 2.8.8 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for...
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.8.4 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for better compatibility. The following four items appear when you set Boot Logo Display to [Disabled]. Boot Device Control [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] Allows you to select the type of the BIOS after POST. 2.8.8 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for...