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... USB Configuration 49 1.7 Monitor menu 50 1.8 Boot menu...55 1.9 Tool menu...60 1.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 60 1.9.2 Secure Erase 60 1.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 62 1.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 63 1.9.5 Graphics Card Information 63 1.10 Exit menu...64 1.11 Updating BIOS 65 1.11.1 EZ Update 65 1.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 66 1.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 68 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 3
... USB Configuration 49 1.7 Monitor menu 50 1.8 Boot menu...55 1.9 Tool menu...60 1.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 60 1.9.2 Secure Erase 60 1.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 62 1.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 63 1.9.5 Graphics Card Information 63 1.10 Exit menu...64 1.11 Updating BIOS 65 1.11.1 EZ Update 65 1.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 66 1.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 68 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 3
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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new ... You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as Z270SG.CAP for settings and options. 4 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual BIOS Setup 1.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS...
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new ... You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as Z270SG.CAP for settings and options. 4 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual BIOS Setup 1.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS...
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... < or > to switch EZ System Tuning modes Selects the display language Creates storage RAID and of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage .... 1.2.1 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you installed to the system. 6 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for details. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section...
... < or > to switch EZ System Tuning modes Selects the display language Creates storage RAID and of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage .... 1.2.1 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you installed to the system. 6 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for details. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section...
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Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for more information. 8 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual Language This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites Main... specific items for your fans. Menu bar The menu bar on top of your BIOS. For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. It also allows you...
Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for more information. 8 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual Language This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites Main... specific items for your fans. Menu bar The menu bar on top of your BIOS. For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. It also allows you...
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from the BIOS screen to their best settings. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. 12 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. 1.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Click OC then click Next. 3. Press on your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to open 2. You can also set RAID in your system using this feature.
from the BIOS screen to their best settings. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. 12 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. 1.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Click OC then click Next. 3. Press on your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to open 2. You can also set RAID in your system using this feature.
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... motherboard. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 19 Select any of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 1.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items.... Be cautious when changing the settings of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for this item to achieve the desired CPU internal...
... motherboard. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 19 Select any of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 1.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items.... Be cautious when changing the settings of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for this item to achieve the desired CPU internal...
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Use the or to [Auto]. 20 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual We recommend you to set the CPU core ratio limit per ... to default core ratio settings. The values range from your core ratio. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set the BCLK... run bu subtracting the value set from 40.0 MHz to 650.0 MHz. The following items appear. When the Ai Overclock Tuner is set to [Manual] or [XMP], the following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Ratio to...
Use the or to [Auto]. 20 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual We recommend you to set the CPU core ratio limit per ... to default core ratio settings. The values range from your core ratio. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set the BCLK... run bu subtracting the value set from 40.0 MHz to 650.0 MHz. The following items appear. When the Ai Overclock Tuner is set to [Manual] or [XMP], the following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Ratio to...
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... enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] - [DDR4-4266MHz] TPU This item allows you assign a value...will be set the memory operating frequency. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 21 The configurable options vary with the BCLK (base clock) frequency setting. Ensure to apply the optimized setting. If you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage ...
... enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] - [DDR4-4266MHz] TPU This item allows you assign a value...will be set the memory operating frequency. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 21 The configurable options vary with the BCLK (base clock) frequency setting. Ensure to apply the optimized setting. If you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage ...
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...] [1] - [15] DRAM RAS# to disabled if you are over clocking the system. EPU Power Saving Mode The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in this menu allow you to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [...settings. If this item will apply lower CPU Core/Cache Voltage and help save energy consumption. Overclock capabilities may cause the system to set the DRAM timing control features. Enabling this happens, revert ...Time Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [1023] DRAM Refresh Interval Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [65535] 22 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual
...] [1] - [15] DRAM RAS# to disabled if you are over clocking the system. EPU Power Saving Mode The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in this menu allow you to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [...settings. If this item will apply lower CPU Core/Cache Voltage and help save energy consumption. Overclock capabilities may cause the system to set the DRAM timing control features. Enabling this happens, revert ...Time Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [1023] DRAM Refresh Interval Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [65535] 22 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual
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...] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] MCH Full Check Enable this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DLLBwEn Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [7] DRAM SPD Write Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 27 Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Channel...
...] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] MCH Full Check Enable this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DLLBwEn Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [7] DRAM SPD Write Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 27 Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Channel...
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... NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 28 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual Use the or to [Manual]. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. CPU Current Capability ... adjust the load-line slope. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for external voltage regulator. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Select from 250 KHz to CPU loading....
... NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 28 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual Use the or to [Manual]. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. CPU Current Capability ... adjust the load-line slope. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for external voltage regulator. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Select from 250 KHz to CPU loading....
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...monitored. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 29 Probe] Select to set the VRM thermal balance mode. [Extreme] Select to [Extreme]. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value setting provides higher power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range...This item allows to [Auto]. The CPU Graphics working voltage will be based on the CPU command. [Optimized] Set to the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Set to the full phase mode. CPU Power Phase Control This item allows you to set...
...monitored. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 29 Probe] Select to set the VRM thermal balance mode. [Extreme] Select to [Extreme]. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value setting provides higher power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range...This item allows to [Auto]. The CPU Graphics working voltage will be based on the CPU command. [Optimized] Set to the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Set to the full phase mode. CPU Power Phase Control This item allows you to set...
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...the turbo ratio exceeds the power limit 2. Configuration options: [Auto] [700mV] [800mV] [900mV] [1000mV] ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 31 Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal (800 MHz)] [1GHz] [400 MHz] Initial BCLK Frequency This item allows you to start overclocking the system from 40.0 MHz to adjust the value. Use the or to the assigned... As know as the power limit 1 in 1/100 mOhms. Use the and keys to 650.0 MHz. It is 1.25 times the power limit 1. The ASUS motherboards can be the TDP (thermal design power). BCLK Amplitude This item allows you to [Enabled].
...the turbo ratio exceeds the power limit 2. Configuration options: [Auto] [700mV] [800mV] [900mV] [1000mV] ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual 31 Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal (800 MHz)] [1GHz] [400 MHz] Initial BCLK Frequency This item allows you to start overclocking the system from 40.0 MHz to adjust the value. Use the or to the assigned... As know as the power limit 1 in 1/100 mOhms. Use the and keys to 650.0 MHz. It is 1.25 times the power limit 1. The ASUS motherboards can be the TDP (thermal design power). BCLK Amplitude This item allows you to [Enabled].
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...adjust the value. CPU Cache Ratio This item allows you to configure a higher current limit to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [60] Extreme Over-voltage Enable this option is enabled, pcode will not be enabled when ... jumper is ideal for overclocking, but the CPU lifetime will be aware of the BCLK frequency when calculating the CPU V/F curves. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] This item can only be guaranteed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual This item...
...adjust the value. CPU Cache Ratio This item allows you to configure a higher current limit to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [60] Extreme Over-voltage Enable this option is enabled, pcode will not be enabled when ... jumper is ideal for overclocking, but the CPU lifetime will be aware of the BCLK frequency when calculating the CPU V/F curves. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] This item can only be guaranteed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual This item...
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... number from Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load/Save Profile from your USB drive. 62 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual Load from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. 1.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash.
... number from Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load/Save Profile from your USB drive. 62 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING BIOS Manual Load from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. 1.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash.
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... Configuration 3-19 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information 3-19 3.6.11 USB Configuration 3-19 3.7 Monitor menu 3-20 3.8 Boot menu 3-20 3.9 Tool menu 3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-22 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-24 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-24 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-25 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-25 3.11...
... Configuration 3-19 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information 3-19 3.6.11 USB Configuration 3-19 3.7 Monitor menu 3-20 3.8 Boot menu 3-20 3.9 Tool menu 3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-22 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-24 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-24 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-25 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-25 3.11...
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...their corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. The stability and compatibility of individual CPUs. For an optimum compatibility,... cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support... of the lower-sized channel for the latest QVL. Load the X.M.P. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-7
...their corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. The stability and compatibility of individual CPUs. For an optimum compatibility,... cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support... of the lower-sized channel for the latest QVL. Load the X.M.P. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-7
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...position. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. For system failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) ...plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction function. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard ...
...position. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. For system failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) ...plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction function. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard ...
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CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Chapter 1 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-11 2. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2.
CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Chapter 1 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-11 2. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2.
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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. DO NOT ...that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you ...
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. DO NOT ...that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you ...