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Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.2.3 QFan Control 3-7 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard 3-9 3.3 My Favorites 3-12 3.4 Main menu 3-14 3.5 Ai Tweaker... 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 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-26 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-28 iv
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.2.3 QFan Control 3-7 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard 3-9 3.3 My Favorites 3-12 3.4 Main menu 3-14 3.5 Ai Tweaker... 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 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-26 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-28 iv
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Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-6 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-10 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-10 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 v
Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-6 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-10 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-10 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 v
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... and software updates. 1. 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. Where to find more ... features of the standard package. Optional documentation Your product package may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations...
... and software updates. 1. 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. Where to find more ... features of the standard package. Optional documentation Your product package may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations...
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...a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately) into the PCIeX16/x8_1 slot, and enable this card under BIOS settings. resolution 4096 x 2160@24Hz Supports DVI-D with max. Integrated Graphics Processor- resolution 1920 x 1200... to Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors List) for Intel® CPU support list. ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Rear Panel ... Boost Technology 2.0* * The support of these features depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (supports x16, x8/x8, x8/x4+x4*, x8...
...a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately) into the PCIeX16/x8_1 slot, and enable this card under BIOS settings. resolution 4096 x 2160@24Hz Supports DVI-D with max. Integrated Graphics Processor- resolution 1920 x 1200... to Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors List) for Intel® CPU support list. ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Rear Panel ... Boost Technology 2.0* * The support of these features depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (supports x16, x8/x8, x8/x4+x4*, x8...
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... use M.2 SATA mode device. Adjust BIOS settings to 32-Bit/192kHz playback* - High quality 120dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-retasking - Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Link * Due to limitations in X4 mode. ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary Storage Audio USB...
... use M.2 SATA mode device. Adjust BIOS settings to 32-Bit/192kHz playback* - High quality 120dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-retasking - Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Link * Due to limitations in X4 mode. ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary Storage Audio USB...
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... function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Q-DIMM Gamer's Guardian - Q-Slot - DRAM Overcurrent Protection - AURA Lighting Control - 3D Printing Friendly Design - SafeSlot - ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary ROG Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features ROG RAMCache II ROG GameFirst IV ROG CPU-Z ROG Overwolf ROG CloneDrive Performance Optimization 5-Way Optimization - Whole system optimization with a single...
... function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Q-DIMM Gamer's Guardian - Q-Slot - DRAM Overcurrent Protection - AURA Lighting Control - 3D Printing Friendly Design - SafeSlot - ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary ROG Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features ROG RAMCache II ROG GameFirst IV ROG CPU-Z ROG Overwolf ROG CloneDrive Performance Optimization 5-Way Optimization - Whole system optimization with a single...
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ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors support additional 4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 x USB 2.0 ports 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ... header 1 x TPM connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Thermal sensor connector 1 x CPU_OV 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (2-pin) 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and...
ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors support additional 4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 x USB 2.0 ports 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ... header 1 x TPM connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Thermal sensor connector 1 x CPU_OV 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (2-pin) 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and...
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... the physical characteristics of the DIMM fan may install varying memory sizes in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • Due to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way...
... the physical characteristics of the DIMM fan may install varying memory sizes in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • Due to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way...
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... 3.0 operating mode PCIe_x16/x8_1 PCIe_x8_2 x8 x8+x4+x4 x4+x4 N/A • Hyper M.2 X16 card is purchased separately. • Enable the Hyper M.2 X16 card under BIOS settings. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
... 3.0 operating mode PCIe_x16/x8_1 PCIe_x8_2 x8 x8+x4+x4 x4+x4 N/A • Hyper M.2 X16 card is purchased separately. • Enable the Hyper M.2 X16 card under BIOS settings. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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...down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to re-enter data. CLRTC ® PIN 1 ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC... system setup information such as system passwords. function. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-9 Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to enable C.P.R. You must turn ON ...
...down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to re-enter data. CLRTC ® PIN 1 ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC... system setup information such as system passwords. function. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 1-9 Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to enable C.P.R. You must turn ON ...
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... 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 to the manual bundled in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before creating a RAID set the SATA...
... 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 to the manual bundled in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before creating a RAID set the SATA...
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...'s LEDs may continue to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. ** LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Off Description No link Status Description Off 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps... In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out 8-channel Side speaker Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 2-17
...'s LEDs may continue to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. ** LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Off Description No link Status Description Off 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps... In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out 8-channel Side speaker Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 2-17
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...cord to green after the system LED turns on. If your retailer for the first time 1. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. System power 6. Check the jumper settings and connections or call... cover. 2. After applying power, the system power LED on the screen. While the tests are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation External SCSI devices...
...cord to green after the system LED turns on. If your retailer for the first time 1. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. System power 6. Check the jumper settings and connections or call... cover. 2. After applying power, the system power LED on the screen. While the tests are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation External SCSI devices...
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... the power button for more than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. At power on the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 2-21 Press the power switch for less than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on...
... the power button for more than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. At power on the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 2-21 Press the power switch for less than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on...
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... it as your operating system. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 3-1 We strongly recommend that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage...
... it as your operating system. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 3-1 We strongly recommend that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage...
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... If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.6 Jumpers and holes for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on . Please visit ASUS website for details. • If the system... system off then back on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. If you in Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode...
... If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.6 Jumpers and holes for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on . Please visit ASUS website for details. • If the system... system off then back on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. If you in Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode...
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... access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Click < or > to the system. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 3-3 The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves ... FAQ Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to switch EZ System Tuning modes Selects...
... access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Click < or > to the system. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 3-3 The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves ... FAQ Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to switch EZ System Tuning modes Selects...
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Refer to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Configuration fields Pop-up Menu Menu bar Language Hot Keys MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) Scroll bar Chapter 3 Menu ... sections for experienced end-users to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. To switch from EZ Mode to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations.
Refer to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Configuration fields Pop-up Menu Menu bar Language Hot Keys MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) Scroll bar Chapter 3 Menu ... sections for experienced end-users to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. To switch from EZ Mode to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations.
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...for more information. Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section 3.3 My Favorites for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 3-5 Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to display in a Tree Map setup. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for your desired settings.... Refer to section 3.2.3 QFan Control for more information. Refer to your BIOS. Use this button to select the language that the item has a submenu. Language This button above the menu bar allows you...
...for more information. Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section 3.3 My Favorites for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F GAMING 3-5 Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to display in a Tree Map setup. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for your desired settings.... Refer to section 3.2.3 QFan Control for more information. Refer to your BIOS. Use this button to select the language that the item has a submenu. Language This button above the menu bar allows you...
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... program. You can change the settings. To change the value of a field, select it to the removable storage device. Chapter 3 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Last Modified button This button shows the items that you can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu ... to display the other items on the screen. A configurable field is highlighted when selected. Search on FAQ Move your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display a list of options.
... program. You can change the settings. To change the value of a field, select it to the removable storage device. Chapter 3 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Last Modified button This button shows the items that you can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu ... to display the other items on the screen. A configurable field is highlighted when selected. Search on FAQ Move your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display a list of options.