PRIME_Z270-A_AR_BIOS ManualEnglish
Page 19
... performance. The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you to malfunction. 1.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. Scroll down to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual 19 The configuration options for this item to set the profiles...
... performance. The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you to malfunction. 1.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. Scroll down to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual 19 The configuration options for this item to set the profiles...
PRIME_Z270-A_AR_BIOS ManualEnglish
Page 22
EPU Power Saving Mode The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in this menu allow you are over clocking the system. Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] DRAM RAS# to CAS# ...# Delay S Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM REF Cycle Time Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [1023] 22 ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual If this item to 5GHz. Overclockability may cause the system to the default settings. CPU SVID Support Disable this happens, revert to become unstable! Set this menu may vary by processors and does...
EPU Power Saving Mode The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in this menu allow you are over clocking the system. Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] DRAM RAS# to CAS# ...# Delay S Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM REF Cycle Time Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [1023] 22 ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual If this item to 5GHz. Overclockability may cause the system to the default settings. CPU SVID Support Disable this happens, revert to become unstable! Set this menu may vary by processors and does...
PRIME_Z270-A_AR_BIOS ManualEnglish
Page 28
... item appears only when you to configure a higher frequency for extra power support. Configuration options [Auto] [Level 1] - [Level 7] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. A higher setting will allow the voltage regulator to supply more current... response speed. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 28 ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Current Capability This item allows you set a higher frequency ...
... item appears only when you to configure a higher frequency for extra power support. Configuration options [Auto] [Level 1] - [Level 7] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. A higher setting will allow the voltage regulator to supply more current... response speed. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 28 ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Current Capability This item allows you set a higher frequency ...
PRIME_Z270-A_AR_BIOS ManualEnglish
Page 29
... control will decrease proportionally depending on the CPU Graphics specification. CPU Graphics Load-line Calibration The load-line is set the VRM current balance mode. CPU Graphics Current Capability This item adjusts the total power range for extra power support. The CPU Graphics working voltage will be monitored. ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual 29 The following item...
... control will decrease proportionally depending on the CPU Graphics specification. CPU Graphics Load-line Calibration The load-line is set the VRM current balance mode. CPU Graphics Current Capability This item adjusts the total power range for extra power support. The CPU Graphics working voltage will be monitored. ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual 29 The following item...
PRIME_Z270-A_AR_BIOS ManualEnglish
Page 37
... lines, reducing the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance. The CPU runs at a selected performance ratio based on CPU configuration. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual 37 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Software Controlled] Tcc Offset... to select the CPU performance state during system boot before the operating system takes control. RATL allows setting an average max thermal temperature. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode This item allows you to be supported. Configuration options:...
... lines, reducing the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance. The CPU runs at a selected performance ratio based on CPU configuration. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual 37 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Software Controlled] Tcc Offset... to select the CPU performance state during system boot before the operating system takes control. RATL allows setting an average max thermal temperature. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode This item allows you to be supported. Configuration options:...
PRIME_Z270-A_AR_BIOS ManualEnglish
Page 38
...: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology This item allows you to set the CPU C-states to the operating system. Enhanced C-States When enabled, CPU will switch to disable or enable Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 38 ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual Configuration options: [Auto] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [C7] [C7s...
...: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology This item allows you to set the CPU C-states to the operating system. Enhanced C-States When enabled, CPU will switch to disable or enable Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 38 ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual Configuration options: [Auto] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [C7] [C7s...
PRIME_Z270-A_AR_BIOS ManualEnglish
Page 40
...: [Disabled] [Enabled] 40 ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual Primary Display This item allows you to take effect. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration This item allows you to enable virtualization technology function on both CPU and PCH (platform controller hub) Both DMI link ASPM control items of render standby support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1...
...: [Disabled] [Enabled] 40 ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual Primary Display This item allows you to take effect. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration This item allows you to enable virtualization technology function on both CPU and PCH (platform controller hub) Both DMI link ASPM control items of render standby support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1...
PRIME_Z270-A_AR_BIOS ManualEnglish
Page 57
... PUMP will operate at the maximum duty cycle. When the CPU temperature is lower than the limit. Duty Cycle (%) Use the or keys to adjust the maximum AIO PUMP duty cycle. AIO PUMP Min. Chassis Intrude Detection Support Enable this item for 4-pin chassis fan. The AIO PUMP...mode] or [PWM mode]. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the AIO PUMP will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Duty Cycle(%) Use the or keys to adjust the lower limit of the AIO PUMP temperature. Configuration options: [On] [Off] ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual 57 AIO PUMP Control...
... PUMP will operate at the maximum duty cycle. When the CPU temperature is lower than the limit. Duty Cycle (%) Use the or keys to adjust the maximum AIO PUMP duty cycle. AIO PUMP Min. Chassis Intrude Detection Support Enable this item for 4-pin chassis fan. The AIO PUMP...mode] or [PWM mode]. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the AIO PUMP will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Duty Cycle(%) Use the or keys to adjust the lower limit of the AIO PUMP temperature. Configuration options: [On] [Off] ASUS PRIME Z270-A/AR Series BIOS Manual 57 AIO PUMP Control...
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 9
... supports 3A power output - 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port @back panel (teal blue, Type-A) - 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port @back panel (Type-C) (continued on the CPU types. Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) ASUS LAN Guard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility Intel® Z270 Express...resolution 4096 x 2160@24Hz / 2560 x 1600@60Hz Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D / Quick Sync Video / Clear Video HD Technology /I nsider™ Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary LGA1151 socket for details. 2 x PCI ...
... supports 3A power output - 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port @back panel (teal blue, Type-A) - 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port @back panel (Type-C) (continued on the CPU types. Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) ASUS LAN Guard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility Intel® Z270 Express...resolution 4096 x 2160@24Hz / 2560 x 1600@60Hz Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D / Quick Sync Video / Clear Video HD Technology /I nsider™ Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary LGA1151 socket for details. 2 x PCI ...
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 10
... x M .2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only)*** - 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - Supports up popping noise to the latest version from the ASUS support website. *****These functions will work depending on the next page) x Adjust BIOS ...with exceptional clarity and fidelity - PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary Storage Audio Intel® Z270 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support* - 1 x M .2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both sound deliver equal quality ...
... x M .2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only)*** - 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - Supports up popping noise to the latest version from the ASUS support website. *****These functions will work depending on the next page) x Adjust BIOS ...with exceptional clarity and fidelity - PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary Storage Audio Intel® Z270 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support* - 1 x M .2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both sound deliver equal quality ...
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 11
... design TPU - PCIe 3.0 x4 Intel® Thunderbolt 3 Support - Fast and easy way to get rid of unnecessary junk files (continued on the next page) xi CPU Power: Digital 8-phase power design - Design - Superb memory O.C. File Transfer PC Cleaner - PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features OC Design: ASUS PRO Clock Technology - Blistering-fast 40Gb/s data transfers...
... design TPU - PCIe 3.0 x4 Intel® Thunderbolt 3 Support - Fast and easy way to get rid of unnecessary junk files (continued on the next page) xi CPU Power: Digital 8-phase power design - Design - Superb memory O.C. File Transfer PC Cleaner - PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features OC Design: ASUS PRO Clock Technology - Blistering-fast 40Gb/s data transfers...
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 12
... and smooth online gaming with solid soldering - ASUS LANGuard - Ai Charger - MemOK! PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution AURA Sync - Three-step simplicity and safety Q-Design - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 8+2 Phase digital power design - ASUS DRAM Overcurrent Protection: Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection - ASUS Stainless - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution (continued on the...
... and smooth online gaming with solid soldering - ASUS LANGuard - Ai Charger - MemOK! PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution AURA Sync - Three-step simplicity and safety Q-Design - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 8+2 Phase digital power design - ASUS DRAM Overcurrent Protection: Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection - ASUS Stainless - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution (continued on the...
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 13
... on the next page) xiii PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Internal I/O connectors Precision Tweaker 2: - CPU Core/Cache Voltage: Adjustable CPU Core/Cache Voltage at 0.01MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - DRAM Voltage: 152-step Memory voltage control - CPU Graphics Voltage: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.0125V increment - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB ports (19-pin...
... on the next page) xiii PRIME Z270-AR specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Internal I/O connectors Precision Tweaker 2: - CPU Core/Cache Voltage: Adjustable CPU Core/Cache Voltage at 0.01MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - DRAM Voltage: 152-step Memory voltage control - CPU Graphics Voltage: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.0125V increment - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB ports (19-pin...
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 15
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. xv Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
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. xv Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 34
... not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. • For better...onto the H_AMP_FAN connector. • Connect the fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. 5. CPU, CPU optional, high amp, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin H_AMP_FAN; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_ FAN1-2)...
... not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. • For better...onto the H_AMP_FAN connector. • Connect the fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. 5. CPU, CPU optional, high amp, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin H_AMP_FAN; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_ FAN1-2)...
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 70
... set the system date, time, language, and security settings. The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Extreme Tweaker...
... set the system date, time, language, and security settings. The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Extreme Tweaker...
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 72
.... Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode Allows you to automatically set the CPU cores to run faster than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C-States This item allows you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu...
.... Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode Allows you to automatically set the CPU cores to run faster than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C-States This item allows you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu...
PRIME Z270-AR USER S MANUAL ENGLISH
Page 81
... coming from Profile This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration options: [PCIEX16_1] [PCIEX16_2] Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 3-25 Save to Profile This item allows you to key in a profile name. Key in a profile number from... to save profile from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. Load from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. This feature is installed in your system. Bus Interface This item allows you to load...boot failure! • We recommend that the graphics card is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards.
... coming from Profile This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration options: [PCIEX16_1] [PCIEX16_2] Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME Z270-AR Series 3-25 Save to Profile This item allows you to key in a profile name. Key in a profile number from... to save profile from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. Load from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. This feature is installed in your system. Bus Interface This item allows you to load...boot failure! • We recommend that the graphics card is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards.