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... Intel® Core™ Processor Supports 14nm CPU CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * Support of individual CPUs. PRIME Z370-A specifications summary LGA1151 socket for details. 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (supports x16, x8/x8, x8/x4+x4*, x8+x4+x4/x0**) 1 x... PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. Intel® Z370 Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR4 4000(O.C)*/3866(O.C.)*/ 3733(O.C.)*/3600( O.C.)*/3466(O.C.)*/3400(O.C.)*/3333(O.C.)*/3300...
... Intel® Core™ Processor Supports 14nm CPU CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * Support of individual CPUs. PRIME Z370-A specifications summary LGA1151 socket for details. 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (supports x16, x8/x8, x8/x4+x4*, x8+x4+x4/x0**) 1 x... PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. Intel® Z370 Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR4 4000(O.C)*/3866(O.C.)*/ 3733(O.C.)*/3600( O.C.)*/3466(O.C.)*/3400(O.C.)*/3333(O.C.)*/3300...
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Installation tools and components Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xv
Installation tools and components Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xv
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...-1 pin AAFP) 19. RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) 17. LGA1151 CPU socket 4. Intel® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; 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 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches...
...-1 pin AAFP) 19. RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) 17. LGA1151 CPU socket 4. Intel® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; 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 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches...
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... resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central...the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. • Ensure ...
... resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central...the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. • Ensure ...
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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. CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for reference only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. Chapter 2 Top of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series Bottom of CPU 2-1
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. CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for reference only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. Chapter 2 Top of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS PRIME Z370-A Series Bottom of CPU 2-1
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.... • Ensure to use a soft stable surface when installing the CPU to the CPU Installation Tool to prevent CPU damage. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. 2-2... Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of CPU Chapter 2 • The CPU Installation Tool is only compatible on ASUS motherboards with a Intel® LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard....
.... • Ensure to use a soft stable surface when installing the CPU to the CPU Installation Tool to prevent CPU damage. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. 2-2... Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of CPU Chapter 2 • The CPU Installation Tool is only compatible on ASUS motherboards with a Intel® LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard....