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xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation 1 x ASUS PRIME Z370-A motherboard 3 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-M) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x Q-Connector 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x ASUS fan holder 1 x Motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation 1 x ASUS PRIME Z370-A motherboard 3 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-M) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x Q-Connector 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x ASUS fan holder 1 x Motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a ...
ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a ...
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... AAFP) 19. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) Page 1-12 1-19 1-4 1-18 1-5 1-10 1-9 1-22 1-16 1-14 1-12 1-11 1-20 1-17 1-21 1-23 1-24 1-15 1-21 1-24 ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-3
... AAFP) 19. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) Page 1-12 1-19 1-4 1-18 1-5 1-10 1-9 1-22 1-16 1-14 1-12 1-11 1-20 1-17 1-21 1-23 1-24 1-15 1-21 1-24 ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-3
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DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-5 Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-5 Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
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1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 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 Z370-A Series 1-7
1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 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 Z370-A Series 1-7
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... when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-9 Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you to enhance system performance. 1. This is plugged to a power source indicating that...
... when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-9 Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you to enhance system performance. 1. This is plugged to a power source indicating that...
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... Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. function. Plug the power cord and turn on the CLRTC jumper. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-11 1.1.7 Jumpers and holes 1. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. After the...
... Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. function. Plug the power cord and turn on the CLRTC jumper. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-11 1.1.7 Jumpers and holes 1. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. After the...
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... vary from case to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-13 Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED.
... vary from case to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-13 Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED.
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ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-15 We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that supports HD Audio. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to this connector. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Chapter 1 2.
ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-15 We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that supports HD Audio. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to this connector. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Chapter 1 2.
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This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mb/s connection speed. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Chapter 1 4. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-17
This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mb/s connection speed. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Chapter 1 4. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-17
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Chapter 1 6. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-19 The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. &#...
Chapter 1 6. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-19 The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. &#...
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... are purchased separately. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-21 Chapter 1 The TPM module is for the add-on Thunderbolt I /O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six...
... are purchased separately. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-21 Chapter 1 The TPM module is for the add-on Thunderbolt I /O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six...
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... (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip is aligned with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-23 RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) This connector is detached from the power supply. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX...
... (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip is aligned with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 1-23 RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) This connector is detached from the power supply. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX...
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The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for reference only. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. 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 ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series Bottom of CPU 2-1
The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for reference only. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. 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 ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series Bottom of CPU 2-1
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 2-3 2.1.2 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 Z370-A Series 2-3 2.1.2 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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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 Z370-A Series 2-5 Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. 2.1.3 Motherboard installation 1.
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 Z370-A Series 2-5 Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. 2.1.3 Motherboard installation 1.
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2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 2-7
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 2-7
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ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 2-11 2.1.9 M.2 installation 1 2 3 Chapter 2 5 4 8 7 6 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard.
ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 2-11 2.1.9 M.2 installation 1 2 3 Chapter 2 5 4 8 7 6 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard.
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... connections 2.2.1 Rear I /O ports** * and ** : Refer to ports with matching data transfer rate. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port 2. USB 2.0 ports 13 and 14 4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 5 and 6 9. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 2-13 Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. DisplayPort 7. DVI-D port 3. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ port 6.
... connections 2.2.1 Rear I /O ports** * and ** : Refer to ports with matching data transfer rate. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port 2. USB 2.0 ports 13 and 14 4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 5 and 6 9. ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 2-13 Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. DisplayPort 7. DVI-D port 3. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ port 6.
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2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2 Speakers ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 2-15
2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2 Speakers ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series 2-15
