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... About this guide...vii ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central ...and holes 1-9 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1-11 1.1.8 Internal connectors 1-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-7 2.1.5 ATX power connection ...
... About this guide...vii ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central ...and holes 1-9 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1-11 1.1.8 Internal connectors 1-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-7 2.1.5 ATX power connection ...
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Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the existing system before you encounter ... , carefully read all the manuals that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, ensure all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Do not place the product in your retailer. If possible, disconnect all...
Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the existing system before you encounter ... , carefully read all the manuals that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, ensure all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Do not place the product in your retailer. If possible, disconnect all...
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... and for product and software updates. 1. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: 1. Optional documentation Your...vii It includes description of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Detailed descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. How this guide This user guide contains ...
... and for product and software updates. 1. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: 1. Optional documentation Your...vii It includes description of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Detailed descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. How this guide This user guide contains ...
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... Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst Technology (continued on the next page) x Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to use SATA devices. *** Intel®...audio. Adjust BIOS settings to the latest version from ASUS support website. Supports up to use a SATA device. ** The M.2_2 socket shares SATA_56 ports when use M.2 SATA mode device. ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary Storage Audio USB LAN Intel® Z370 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel ...
... Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst Technology (continued on the next page) x Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to use SATA devices. *** Intel®...audio. Adjust BIOS settings to the latest version from ASUS support website. Supports up to use a SATA device. ** The M.2_2 socket shares SATA_56 ports when use M.2 SATA mode device. ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary Storage Audio USB LAN Intel® Z370 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel ...
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xiii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application drive Documentation ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-M) 1 x RGB LED extension cable 1 x Addressable LED extension cable 1 x Thermal sensor cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Installation tool 1 x STRIX series sticker 1 x 3D Printing Mount 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x CPU fan holder 1 x Pack of cable ties 1 x ROG STRIX Door hanger ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
xiii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application drive Documentation ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-M) 1 x RGB LED extension cable 1 x Addressable LED extension cable 1 x Thermal sensor cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Installation tool 1 x STRIX series sticker 1 x 3D Printing Mount 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x CPU fan holder 1 x Pack of cable ties 1 x ROG STRIX Door hanger ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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Installation tools and components Intel® 1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® 1151 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 The tools and components listed above are not included in the motherboard package. xiv
Installation tools and components Intel® 1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® 1151 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 The tools and components listed above are not included in the motherboard package. xiv
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...metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it...any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply.
...metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it...any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply.
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Chapter 1 1.1.2 18 Motherboard layout 1 2 24.4cm(9.6in) CPU_OV EATX12V USB31G2_EC1 ASM USB31G2_E2 3142 DP DIGI+ EPU 3 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT DVI 4 5 RGB_HEADER2 CHA_FAN1 3 3D MOUNT PWR_LED BOOT_DEVICE_LED VGA_LED DRAM_LED ...ASM1480 ASM1480 ASM1480 PCIE_X16/X8_1 PCIE_X1_2 Lithium Cell CMOS Power Super PCIE_X1_3 ® I/O M.2_2(SOCKET3) M.2_2(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA IRST X4 X V ASM1480 Intel® Z370 ASM1480 ASM 3142 17 PCIE_X1_4 AAFP COM PCIE_X8_2 T_SENSOR1 M.2_1(SOCKET3) TPU PCIE_X4 RGB_HEADER1 2280 2260 2242 3D MOUNT M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA IRST X4...
Chapter 1 1.1.2 18 Motherboard layout 1 2 24.4cm(9.6in) CPU_OV EATX12V USB31G2_EC1 ASM USB31G2_E2 3142 DP DIGI+ EPU 3 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT DVI 4 5 RGB_HEADER2 CHA_FAN1 3 3D MOUNT PWR_LED BOOT_DEVICE_LED VGA_LED DRAM_LED ...ASM1480 ASM1480 ASM1480 PCIE_X16/X8_1 PCIE_X1_2 Lithium Cell CMOS Power Super PCIE_X1_3 ® I/O M.2_2(SOCKET3) M.2_2(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA IRST X4 X V ASM1480 Intel® Z370 ASM1480 ASM 3142 17 PCIE_X1_4 AAFP COM PCIE_X8_2 T_SENSOR1 M.2_1(SOCKET3) TPU PCIE_X4 RGB_HEADER1 2280 2260 2242 3D MOUNT M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA IRST X4...
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... is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. 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. ® ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING CPU LGA1151 • Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1151...
... is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. 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. ® ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING CPU LGA1151 • Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1151...
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DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. ® ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-5 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. ® ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-5 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
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...The stability and compatibility of the DIMM fan may install varying memory sizes in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. settings in Channel A, and Channel B. Ensure that you do any of the following: ...support site at a lower frequency than 2133MHz and their corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is subject to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. b) Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you are using a 32-bit...
...The stability and compatibility of the DIMM fan may install varying memory sizes in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. settings in Channel A, and Channel B. Ensure that you do any of the following: ...support site at a lower frequency than 2133MHz and their corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is subject to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. b) Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you are using a 32-bit...
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Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 PCIE_X1_1 PCIE_X16/X8_1 PCIE_X1_2 PCIE_X1_3 ® PCIE_X8_2 PCIE_X1_4 PCIE_X4 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIE_x1_1 slot PCIE_x16/x8_1 slot PCIE_x1_2 slot PCIE_x1_3 slot PCIE_x8_2 slot PCIE_x1_4 slot PCIE_x4 slot ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 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 PCIE_X1_1 PCIE_X16/X8_1 PCIE_X1_2 PCIE_X1_3 ® PCIE_X8_2 PCIE_X1_4 PCIE_X4 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIE_x1_1 slot PCIE_x16/x8_1 slot PCIE_x1_2 slot PCIE_x1_3 slot PCIE_x8_2 slot PCIE_x1_4 slot PCIE_x4 slot ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-7 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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... recommended) N/A x8 x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. Hyper M.2 X16 card configuration 2 Intel® SSDs on CPU support 3 Intel® SSDs...
... recommended) N/A x8 x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. Hyper M.2 X16 card configuration 2 Intel® SSDs on CPU support 3 Intel® SSDs...
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... setting 3. 3D Mount Secure 3D printed parts to these 3D Mount holes for a personalized motherboard. 3D Mount 3D Mount ® 3D Mount ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 3D Printing Mount • Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com. • Use the bundled 3D Mount screws to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending...
... setting 3. 3D Mount Secure 3D printed parts to these 3D Mount holes for a personalized motherboard. 3D Mount 3D Mount ® 3D Mount ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 3D Printing Mount • Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com. • Use the bundled 3D Mount screws to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending...
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... power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. The LED lights up until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. PWR_LED ® ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING PWR_LED ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-11 BOOT (YELLOW GREEN) VGA (WHITE) DRAM (YELLOW) CPU (RED) ® ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING CPU/DRAM/BOOT_DEVICE/VGA LED 2. Standby Power LED The...
... power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. The LED lights up until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. PWR_LED ® ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING PWR_LED ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-11 BOOT (YELLOW GREEN) VGA (WHITE) DRAM (YELLOW) CPU (RED) ® ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING CPU/DRAM/BOOT_DEVICE/VGA LED 2. Standby Power LED The...
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... SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 ® GND GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXN6 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXP6 GND GND ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING Intel® SATA 6 Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set , refer to the manual bundled in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With...SATA6G_12, SATA 6G_34, SATA 6G_56) These connectors connect to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
... SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 ® GND GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXN6 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXP6 GND GND ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING Intel® SATA 6 Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set , refer to the manual bundled in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With...SATA6G_12, SATA 6G_34, SATA 6G_56) These connectors connect to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... faster data transfer speeds of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 4. GND IntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSRX- GND IntA_P1_SSTX+ IntA_P1_SSTX- Chapter 1 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L AAFP ® HD-audio-compliant pin definition ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING Analog front panel connector We recommend that supports HD Audio. Vbus B ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors The USB 3.1 Gen1...
... faster data transfer speeds of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 4. GND IntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSRX- GND IntA_P1_SSTX+ IntA_P1_SSTX- Chapter 1 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L AAFP ® HD-audio-compliant pin definition ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING Analog front panel connector We recommend that supports HD Audio. Vbus B ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors The USB 3.1 Gen1...
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... a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. RXD1 DTR1 DSR1 CTS1 DCD1 TXD1 GND RTS1# PI1# ® COM PIN 1 ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING Serial port connector The COM module is for USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for a serial... USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND ® PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING USB2.0 connector DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors...
... a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. RXD1 DTR1 DSR1 CTS1 DCD1 TXD1 GND RTS1# PI1# ® COM PIN 1 ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING Serial port connector The COM module is for USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for a serial... USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND ® PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING USB2.0 connector DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors...
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... the fan of the connector. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the CPU fan connector. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-15 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the fan connectors.
... the fan of the connector. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the CPU fan connector. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-15 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the fan connectors.