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... carrier and the location where you to the source code of reproduction and shipment, which is eager to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for free by downloading it shipped to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN...
... carrier and the location where you to the source code of reproduction and shipment, which is eager to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for free by downloading it shipped to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN...
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...; HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support:HDMI,DVI-D, and RGB ports - Supports HDMI 1.4b with max. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D/Quick Sync Video/Clear Video HD Technology/ Insider™ Supports up to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR4 2400MHz memory frequency is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for Intel® CPU support list. Package contents Check your retailer. PRIME H270M-PLUS specifications summary Specifications CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Graphics LGA1151 socket for...
...; HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support:HDMI,DVI-D, and RGB ports - Supports HDMI 1.4b with max. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D/Quick Sync Video/Clear Video HD Technology/ Insider™ Supports up to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR4 2400MHz memory frequency is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for Intel® CPU support list. Package contents Check your retailer. PRIME H270M-PLUS specifications summary Specifications CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Graphics LGA1151 socket for...
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... (continued on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_1 port cannot be used . ** When a device in SATA mode is only supported when using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds ASUS Fan Xpert 4 Core - Supports jack-detection and front panel jack-retasking Intel® H270 Chipset USB - 1 x 5Gb/s USB Type C port (@back panel), supports 3A power output - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board; 2 ports @back panel) - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board; 2 ports @back panel) ASUS 5X PROTECTION III...
... (continued on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_1 port cannot be used . ** When a device in SATA mode is only supported when using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds ASUS Fan Xpert 4 Core - Supports jack-detection and front panel jack-retasking Intel® H270 Chipset USB - 1 x 5Gb/s USB Type C port (@back panel), supports 3A power output - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board; 2 ports @back panel) - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board; 2 ports @back panel) ASUS 5X PROTECTION III...
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...front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) 2 x M.2 Socket 3 (for M Key) 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector for both 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control* 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors for 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control (continued on the battlefield ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Fan Xpert 4 Core - PRIME H270M-PLUS specifications summary Specifications ASUS EPU...
...front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) 2 x M.2 Socket 3 (for M Key) 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector for both 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control* 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors for 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control (continued on the battlefield ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Fan Xpert 4 Core - PRIME H270M-PLUS specifications summary Specifications ASUS EPU...
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... DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows® 8.1 (64-bit)* Windows® 7 (64-bit/32-bit)* * Windows® 8.1 64-bit and Windows® 7 32/64-bit are set to change without notice. ix x 9.4 in . PRIME H270M-PLUS specifications summary Specifications Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD OS support Form factor 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x 24-pin...
... DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows® 8.1 (64-bit)* Windows® 7 (64-bit/32-bit)* * Windows® 8.1 64-bit and Windows® 7 32/64-bit are set to change without notice. ix x 9.4 in . PRIME H270M-PLUS specifications summary Specifications Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD OS support Form factor 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x 24-pin...
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... precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to static electricity. • Before you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1-1 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis 24.4cm(9.6in) 1 USB3_C3 HDMI LGA1151 USB3_78 6 SATA6G_2...
... precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to static electricity. • Before you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1-1 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis 24.4cm(9.6in) 1 USB3_C3 HDMI LGA1151 USB3_78 6 SATA6G_2...
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... store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. Intel® LGA1151 CPU socket Install Intel® LGA1151 CPU into these DIMM sockets. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. TPM_PD# F_SERIRQ F_FRAME# F_LAD3 F_LAD2 F_LAD1 F_LAD0 TPM PIN 1 +3VSB S_PCIRST#_TBD GND C_PCICLK_TPM +3V +3V 1-3 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors...
... store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. Intel® LGA1151 CPU socket Install Intel® LGA1151 CPU into these DIMM sockets. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. TPM_PD# F_SERIRQ F_FRAME# F_LAD3 F_LAD2 F_LAD1 F_LAD0 TPM PIN 1 +3VSB S_PCIRST#_TBD GND C_PCICLK_TPM +3V +3V 1-3 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors...
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...- Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDD_LED-) This 2-pin connector is removed or replaced. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is for the HDD Activity LED. RESET +PWR_LED* Requires an ATX power supply the system is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the operating system settings...
...- Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDD_LED-) This 2-pin connector is removed or replaced. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is for the HDD Activity LED. RESET +PWR_LED* Requires an ATX power supply the system is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the operating system settings...
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... slots that support PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. AGND NC NC NC AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. By default, this AAFP connector. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector...
... slots that support PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. AGND NC NC NC AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. By default, this AAFP connector. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector...
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... a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the table. 7. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 5. USB 2.0 ports These four 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for faster and better performance from S5 mode Speed LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port 4. USB 3.0 ports. Side Speaker Out For a 7.1-channel speaker setup, refer to wake then steady) up from your USB 3.0 devices. 1-9 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS LAN port LED...
... a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the table. 7. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 5. USB 2.0 ports These four 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for faster and better performance from S5 mode Speed LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port 4. USB 3.0 ports. Side Speaker Out For a 7.1-channel speaker setup, refer to wake then steady) up from your USB 3.0 devices. 1-9 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS LAN port LED...
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... DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Check with the same CAS latency. Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 4A D5 4 C 5 B 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to protect the CPU. 1-11 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. 1.4 System memory Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory...
... DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Check with the same CAS latency. Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 4A D5 4 C 5 B 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to protect the CPU. 1-11 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. 1.4 System memory Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory...
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... its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. For effective use a more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Profile is only supported by 7th Generation Intel® processors. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • The default memory operation frequency is the standard way of...
... its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. For effective use a more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Profile is only supported by 7th Generation Intel® processors. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • The default memory operation frequency is the standard way of...
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... select a boot logo Click to restore the BIOS in case you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. BIOS information 2 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in the future. With this utility, you need to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). 2-1 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS
... select a boot logo Click to restore the BIOS in case you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. BIOS information 2 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in the future. With this utility, you need to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). 2-1 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS
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... ASUS EZ Flash 3 and press to the Drive field. Via the Internet a) Select by Storage Device. b) Press to switch to enable it. 2. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. c) Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to complete the update. 3. Chapter 2: Getting started 2-2 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. b) Press the Left/Right arrow keys to the USB port...
... ASUS EZ Flash 3 and press to the Drive field. Via the Internet a) Select by Storage Device. b) Press to switch to enable it. 2. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. c) Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to complete the update. 3. Chapter 2: Getting started 2-2 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. b) Press the Left/Right arrow keys to the USB port...
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... 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 tool that you press to load default BIOS values. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this section are for the BIOS file. Turn on your USB flash drive. 2-3 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS The screen captures used in this utility, rename the BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. CAP. • The BIOS file in the removable device into...
... 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 tool that you press to load default BIOS values. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this section are for the BIOS file. Turn on your USB flash drive. 2-3 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS The screen captures used in this utility, rename the BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. CAP. • The BIOS file in the removable device into...
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... BIOS file: 1. On the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /g and press . Press ENTER to boot from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Please select boot device: and to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to the USB port. 2. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater 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...
... BIOS file: 1. On the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /g and press . Press ENTER to boot from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Please select boot device: and to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to the USB port. 2. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater 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...
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... the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. 2-5 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS Are you sure you want to confirm the BIOS update. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to ensure system compatibility and stability. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to prevent system boot failure. Press to switch from Files panel to automatically launch EZ Flash 3. 2. Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.31 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: PRIME H270M-PLUS...
... the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. 2-5 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS Are you sure you want to confirm the BIOS update. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to ensure system compatibility and stability. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to prevent system boot failure. Press to switch from Files panel to automatically launch EZ Flash 3. 2. Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.31 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: PRIME H270M-PLUS...
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... EZ Mode screen appears when you to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. Go to the system. 2-7 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press . Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the BIOS Creates storage RAID and setup program configures system overclocking Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click to Selects the display switch EZ System...
... EZ Mode screen appears when you to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. Go to the system. 2-7 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press . Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the BIOS Creates storage RAID and setup program configures system overclocking Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click to Selects the display switch EZ System...
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... your fans. To display the submenu, select the item and press . Use this button to change the settings. 2-9 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS Hot keys This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in the menu and change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to view and tweak the overclocking* settings of your desired settings. Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool...
... your fans. To display the submenu, select the item and press . Use this button to change the settings. 2-9 ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS Hot keys This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in the menu and change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to view and tweak the overclocking* settings of your desired settings. Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool...
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...; Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to operate this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to assure compliance with FCC regulations. ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS A-1 This...
...; Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to operate this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to assure compliance with FCC regulations. ASUS PRIME H270M-PLUS A-1 This...