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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: Motherboard ASUS PRIME Z270-AR motherboard 3 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x M.2 screw package 1 x Q-Connector 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x ASUS SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M) User Manual 1 x IO Shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: Motherboard ASUS PRIME Z270-AR motherboard 3 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x M.2 screw package 1 x Q-Connector 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x ASUS SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M) User Manual 1 x IO Shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
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... wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component...
... wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component...
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... RGB_HEADER) 15. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) Page 1-19 1-4 1-18 1-5 1-9 1-10 1-22 1-14 1-11 1-20 1-17 1-16 1-21 1-23 1-24 1-15 1-21 1-24 1-12 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-3 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 17. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. SATA 6G_56) 9. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 14. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1314...
... RGB_HEADER) 15. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) Page 1-19 1-4 1-18 1-5 1-9 1-10 1-22 1-14 1-11 1-20 1-17 1-16 1-21 1-23 1-24 1-15 1-21 1-24 1-12 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-3 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 17. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. SATA 6G_56) 9. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 14. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1314...
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A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Recommended memory configurations ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-5 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.
A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Recommended memory configurations ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-5 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.
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Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_2 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_3 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_4 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_2 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_3 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_4 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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... lights up the system. This is plugged to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-9 Chapter 1 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on button that allows you to power...
... lights up the system. This is plugged to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-9 Chapter 1 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on button that allows you to power...
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... power cord. 2. For system failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-11 Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds. 3. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never place a metal object...
... power cord. 2. For system failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-11 Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds. 3. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never place a metal object...
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... Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. Chapter 1 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. If an error is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-13 POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of the onboard LED. The illustration below shows the location of these key...
... Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. Chapter 1 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. If an error is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-13 POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of the onboard LED. The illustration below shows the location of these key...
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Chapter 1 2. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-15 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to this connector. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. We recommend that supports HD Audio.
Chapter 1 2. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-15 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to this connector. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. We recommend that supports HD Audio.
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This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. USB910; Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-17 Chapter 1 4. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1314;
This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. USB910; Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-17 Chapter 1 4. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1314;
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... when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to ensure the system stability. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-19 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Otherwise, the system...
... when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to ensure the system stability. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-19 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Otherwise, the system...
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...-chain configuration. 8. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is purchased separately. 9. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-21
...-chain configuration. 8. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is purchased separately. 9. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-21
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... you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-23
... you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 1-23
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Install the IO Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-1 The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for reference only. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 The diagrams in this section are for all models. 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 1.
Install the IO Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-1 The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for reference only. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 The diagrams in this section are for all models. 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 1.
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DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. 2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. Chapter 2 Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-3
DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. 2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. Chapter 2 Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-3
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-5 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-5 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary.
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2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-7
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-7
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2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-11
2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-11
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... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-13 Black - 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to wake...
... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-13 Black - 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to wake...
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Chapter 2 Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Connect to 8 Speakers ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-15
Chapter 2 Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Connect to 8 Speakers ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 2-15