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... various Free Open Source Software licenses. to anyone in writing by the applicable law. ii Product warranty or service will be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is valid to this information. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE...
... various Free Open Source Software licenses. to anyone in writing by the applicable law. ii Product warranty or service will be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is valid to this information. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE...
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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi PRIME Q270M-C specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product introduction Motherboard overview 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 System memory 1-10 Chapter 2 BIOS information BIOS setup program 2-1 BIOS menu screen 2-2 Exit menu...2-3 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi PRIME Q270M-C specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product introduction Motherboard overview 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 System memory 1-10 Chapter 2 BIOS information BIOS setup program 2-1 BIOS menu screen 2-2 Exit menu...2-3 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
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... you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the...
... you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the...
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... 3D, Quick Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, and Intel® InsiderTM Maximum shared memory of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz - Supports HDMI with max. Supports DVI-D with max. Supports D-Sub with max. resolution of 1024 MB 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot 2 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots 1 x PCI slot Intel® I219LM Gigabit LAN Controller Realtek ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - PRIME Q270M-C specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LAN Audio USB LGA1151 socket for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
... 3D, Quick Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, and Intel® InsiderTM Maximum shared memory of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz - Supports HDMI with max. Supports DVI-D with max. Supports D-Sub with max. resolution of 1024 MB 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot 2 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots 1 x PCI slot Intel® I219LM Gigabit LAN Controller Realtek ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - PRIME Q270M-C specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LAN Audio USB LGA1151 socket for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
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...6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors - 2 x M.2 Sockets with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices with fast response time Easy PC DIY: Safe motherboard mounting - ASUS Q-Slot 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output* * Use a chassis with solid soldering - Before using 7th Generation Intel® Processors. Fortified PCIe with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output...
...6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors - 2 x M.2 Sockets with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices with fast response time Easy PC DIY: Safe motherboard mounting - ASUS Q-Slot 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output* * Use a chassis with solid soldering - Before using 7th Generation Intel® Processors. Fortified PCIe with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output...
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... buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating systems Form factor 1 x Speaker connector 1 x LPT header 2 x COM connectors 1 x MONO-out header (with Amp IC) 1 x Chassis intrusion header 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x DIS ME jumper 1 x LPC debug header TPM 2.0 IC Onboard 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUSbackup, LOGO flash, ME update, DMI value edit, BIOS value edit WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL, WOR, PXE Drivers Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows® 8.1 (64-bit...
... buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating systems Form factor 1 x Speaker connector 1 x LPT header 2 x COM connectors 1 x MONO-out header (with Amp IC) 1 x Chassis intrusion header 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x DIS ME jumper 1 x LPC debug header TPM 2.0 IC Onboard 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUSbackup, LOGO flash, ME update, DMI value edit, BIOS value edit WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL, WOR, PXE Drivers Windows® 10 (64-bit) Windows® 8.1 (64-bit...
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... Motherboard overview 1 • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS PRIME Q270M-C 1-1 Failure to do so can cause you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case...
... Motherboard overview 1 • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS PRIME Q270M-C 1-1 Failure to do so can cause you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case...
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... the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to System memory. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. M.2(SOCKET3) These sockets support M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. A DDR4 module is designed for details. DDR4 DIMM slots This motherboard comes with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350...
... the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to System memory. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. M.2(SOCKET3) These sockets support M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. A DDR4 module is designed for details. DDR4 DIMM slots This motherboard comes with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350...
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... jumper allows you to enable or disable the Intel® ME function. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to unconfigure ME and clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system setup information such as a chassis intrusion event. USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_910) Connect a USB 3.0 module to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is removed or replaced. Intel® Q270 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) These connectors connect...
... jumper allows you to enable or disable the Intel® ME function. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to unconfigure ME and clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system setup information such as a chassis intrusion event. USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_910) Connect a USB 3.0 module to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is removed or replaced. Intel® Q270 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) These connectors connect...
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... connector. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Use a metal object such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to short the two pins. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. We recommend that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction To erase the RTC RAM: 1. LPC Debug header This header allows connection to clear the CMOS...
... connector. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Use a metal object such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to short the two pins. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. We recommend that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction To erase the RTC RAM: 1. LPC Debug header This header allows connection to clear the CMOS...
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ASUS PRIME Q270M-C 1-5 shared - - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. shared shared B shared - - D shared - - - C - - - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. IRQ assignments for this motherboard HD Audio XHCI Controller SATA Controller LAN1 I219LM PCIEx16 PCIEx1_1 PCIEx1_2 PCI1 M.2_1 M.2_2 A shared shared shared shared shared - - -
ASUS PRIME Q270M-C 1-5 shared - - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. shared shared B shared - - D shared - - - C - - - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. IRQ assignments for this motherboard HD Audio XHCI Controller SATA Controller LAN1 I219LM PCIEx16 PCIEx1_1 PCIEx1_2 PCI1 M.2_1 M.2_2 A shared shared shared shared shared - - -
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... Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. In the 4.1, 5.1 and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of the Intel® 200 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 56 12 11 10 9 8 7 1. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for a VGA monitor or other audio sources. 6. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to wake up from your USB 3.0 devices...
... Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. In the 4.1, 5.1 and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of the Intel® 200 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 56 12 11 10 9 8 7 1. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for a VGA monitor or other audio sources. 6. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to wake up from your USB 3.0 devices...
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... port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. ASUS PRIME Q270M-C 1-7 Microphone port (pink). Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - 4.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In - 5.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 7.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with DVI-I. 12. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports...
... port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. ASUS PRIME Q270M-C 1-7 Microphone port (pink). Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - 4.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In - 5.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 7.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with DVI-I. 12. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports...
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... slot. Check with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you install memory modules of the following: - Installing a DIMM 1 To remove a DIMM A B 2 A A B ASUS PRIME Q270M-C 1-9 Visit the ASUS website at http://support.microsoft. Any excess memory...
... slot. Check with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you install memory modules of the following: - Installing a DIMM 1 To remove a DIMM A B 2 A A B ASUS PRIME Q270M-C 1-9 Visit the ASUS website at http://support.microsoft. Any excess memory...
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... enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to guide you see on the system chassis. • Press the power button to update the BIOS or configure its routines. See section Motherboard overview for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you in this section are for information on . BIOS information 2 Scan the QR code to erase the RTC RAM. 2-1 ASUS PRIME Q270M...
... enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to guide you see on the system chassis. • Press the power button to update the BIOS or configure its routines. See section Motherboard overview for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you in this section are for information on . BIOS information 2 Scan the QR code to erase the RTC RAM. 2-1 ASUS PRIME Q270M...
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... Monitor Boot Exit BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Firmware Version PCH Stepping 0212 x64 11/14/2016 11.6.0.1126 AO Choose the default language Processor Information Brand String CPU Speed Total Memory Memory Frequency System Language System Date System Time Access Level Security Intel(R)Core(TM) i3-6300 CPU @ 3.80GHz 3800MHz 4096MB 2133MHz [English] [Sun 11/20/2016] [00:34:15] Administrator : Select Screen : Select Item Enter...
... Monitor Boot Exit BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Firmware Version PCH Stepping 0212 x64 11/14/2016 11.6.0.1126 AO Choose the default language Processor Information Brand String CPU Speed Total Memory Memory Frequency System Language System Date System Time Access Level Security Intel(R)Core(TM) i3-6300 CPU @ 3.80GHz 3800MHz 4096MB 2133MHz [English] [Sun 11/20/2016] [00:34:15] Administrator : Select Screen : Select Item Enter...
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... application (shellx64.efi) from USB drives This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving any changes. Save Changes & Reset Once you are finished making your changes to the BIOS items. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2016 American Megatrends, Inc. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values. When you select this option from USB drives :Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Select OK to...
... application (shellx64.efi) from USB drives This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving any changes. Save Changes & Reset Once you are finished making your changes to the BIOS items. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2016 American Megatrends, Inc. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values. When you select this option from USB drives :Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Select OK to...
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... turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. ASUS PRIME Q270M-C A-1 Changes or modifications to this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part...
... turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. ASUS PRIME Q270M-C A-1 Changes or modifications to this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part...
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... in compliance with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of parts and recycling. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, ...express or implied. You may not use this file except in different regions. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other reproductive harm. Regional notice for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the Apache License, Version...
... in compliance with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of parts and recycling. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, ...express or implied. You may not use this file except in different regions. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other reproductive harm. Regional notice for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the Apache License, Version...
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... +886-2-2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, ...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS PRIME Q270M...
... +886-2-2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, ...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS PRIME Q270M...