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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-7 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-7 v
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...chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. 3. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. About this guide is organized This guide contains... have been added by your dealer. vii These documents are also provided. 4. 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...
...chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. 3. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. About this guide is organized This guide contains... have been added by your dealer. vii These documents are also provided. 4. 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...
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ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA ...Technology only supported when using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors List) for Intel® CPU support list. Integrated Graphics Processor- resolution 4096 x...is subject to the physical characteristics of 1024MB * DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy chain up to www.asus.com for details. 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot* * For 2 or 3 Intel® SSDs on CPU support, install a Hyper...
ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA ...Technology only supported when using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors List) for Intel® CPU support list. Integrated Graphics Processor- resolution 4096 x...is subject to the physical characteristics of 1024MB * DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy chain up to www.asus.com for details. 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot* * For 2 or 3 Intel® SSDs on CPU support, install a Hyper...
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ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS Q-Design - Q-Slot - DIGI+ VRM - AURA Lighting Control - SafeSlot - Stainless Steel Back I /O connectors Fan Xpert 4 - featuring Fan Auto ... devices support ( Supports PCIE 3.0 x 4 and SATA modes)* 1 x M.2_2 Socket 3 for optimized system cooling control ASUS EZ DIY - Highly Durable Components - Q-DIMM Gamer's Guardian - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - AI Suite 3 - ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING specifications summary ASUS Special Features Internal I /O ASUS Exclusive Features - Q-Shield - DRAM Overcurrent Protection - ESD Guards on the next page) xi
ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS Q-Design - Q-Slot - DIGI+ VRM - AURA Lighting Control - SafeSlot - Stainless Steel Back I /O connectors Fan Xpert 4 - featuring Fan Auto ... devices support ( Supports PCIE 3.0 x 4 and SATA modes)* 1 x M.2_2 Socket 3 for optimized system cooling control ASUS EZ DIY - Highly Durable Components - Q-DIMM Gamer's Guardian - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - AI Suite 3 - ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING specifications summary ASUS Special Features Internal I /O ASUS Exclusive Features - Q-Shield - DRAM Overcurrent Protection - ESD Guards on the next page) xi
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ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, 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 ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Support DVD contents Operating...
ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, 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 ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Support DVD contents Operating...
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...support a full memory load (2 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 is not the JEDEC memory standard. Check with memory frequency higher than 2133MHz and their... and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The system maps the total size of the DIMM fan ...
...support a full memory load (2 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 is not the JEDEC memory standard. Check with memory frequency higher than 2133MHz and their... and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The system maps the total size of the DIMM fan ...
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...x4 x4+x4+x4 • Hyper M.2 X16 card is purchased separately. • Enable the Hyper M.2 X16 card under BIOS settings. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. U31G2_EC1 ASM 3142 EATX12V U31G1_C6 U31G1_5 DIGI ... SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 HDMI_DP LGA1151 LAN_U31G1_34 AIO_PUMP M.2(WIFI) Intel® (Bottom) I219V BATT_CON Super I GAMING 1-7 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I /O T_SENSOR 128Mb BIOS AUDIO AAFP 2280 TPU 2260 USB1112 CHA_FAN Intel® Z370 PCIEX16_1 1 M.2_1(SOCKET3) M.2_2(SOCKET3)Bottom CLRTC PCIE SATA IRST X4 V V Slot No....
...x4 x4+x4+x4 • Hyper M.2 X16 card is purchased separately. • Enable the Hyper M.2 X16 card under BIOS settings. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. U31G2_EC1 ASM 3142 EATX12V U31G1_C6 U31G1_5 DIGI ... SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 HDMI_DP LGA1151 LAN_U31G1_34 AIO_PUMP M.2(WIFI) Intel® (Bottom) I219V BATT_CON Super I GAMING 1-7 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I /O T_SENSOR 128Mb BIOS AUDIO AAFP 2280 TPU 2260 USB1112 CHA_FAN Intel® Z370 PCIEX16_1 1 M.2_1(SOCKET3) M.2_2(SOCKET3)Bottom CLRTC PCIE SATA IRST X4 V V Slot No....
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CLRTC PIN 1 ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold 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. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Removing...
CLRTC PIN 1 ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold 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. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Removing...
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... SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set , refer to the manual bundled in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before...GAMING 1-11 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z370 chipset. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370...
... SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set , refer to the manual bundled in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before...GAMING 1-11 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z370 chipset. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370...
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M.2_2) These sockets allow you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. The M.2 SSD module is properly installed with the bigger screw hole on the mounting kit with the 2260 standoff... installing a 2242 M.2 SSD module, ensure that you to the M.2 socket. 3. Align the bigger hole on the 2260 standoff. To install a 2242 M.2 SSD module: 1. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING M.2(SOCKET3)s (Bottom) • M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices. •...
M.2_2) These sockets allow you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. The M.2 SSD module is properly installed with the bigger screw hole on the mounting kit with the 2260 standoff... installing a 2242 M.2 SSD module, ensure that you to the M.2 socket. 3. Align the bigger hole on the 2260 standoff. To install a 2242 M.2 SSD module: 1. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING M.2(SOCKET3)s (Bottom) • M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices. •...
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... LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Rear Speaker Out 6-channel Line 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-I GAMING 2-15 * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED...
... LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Rear Speaker Out 6-channel Line 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-I GAMING 2-15 * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED...
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... standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the devices in the following order: a. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on self tests (POST). System power 6. For systems with a surge protector. 5. If your retailer for the...
... standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the devices in the following order: a. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on self tests (POST). System power 6. For systems with a surge protector. 5. If your retailer for the...
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... ON, press the power button for more than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING 2-19 BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps... beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to let the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on , hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup.
... ON, press the power button for more than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING 2-19 BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps... beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to let the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on , hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup.
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... needed for this user manual refers to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or...
... needed for this user manual refers to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or...
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...Please visit ASUS website for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS jumper. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes from Setup Mode in Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey. The BIOS screen ... do not press or , POST continues with its parameters. If you in this option only if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on . After doing either...
...Please visit ASUS website for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS jumper. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes from Setup Mode in Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey. The BIOS screen ... do not press or , POST continues with its parameters. If you in this option only if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on . After doing either...
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... Mode item in section Boot menu for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and resets the system Click to go...priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING 3-3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when ...
... Mode item in section Boot menu for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and resets the system Click to go...priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING 3-3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when ...
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To switch from EZ Mode 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 items ... the detailed configurations. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings.
To switch from EZ Mode 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 items ... the detailed configurations. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings.
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... language that you to RAID mode. Refer to MyFavorites menu. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING 3-5 To display the submenu, select the item and press . Menu bar The menu bar on top of your system. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information... the exit options and loading default settings Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for your BIOS screen. EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) This button above the menu bar contains the languages that you to change the motherboard's SATA...
... language that you to RAID mode. Refer to MyFavorites menu. Chapter 3 ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-I GAMING 3-5 To display the submenu, select the item and press . Menu bar The menu bar on top of your system. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information... the exit options and loading default settings Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for your BIOS screen. EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) This button above the menu bar contains the languages that you to change the motherboard's SATA...
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... QR code on your mouse over this button to show the values for the BIOS setup program. To change the settings. Chapter 3 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup General help At the bottom of the ASUS support website. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display the other items on the... do not fit on the screen. You can change the value of the field opposite the item. Use the navigation keys to select items in BIOS Setup. You cannot select an item that is user-configurable, you last modified and saved in the menu and change the value of a field, select...
... QR code on your mouse over this button to show the values for the BIOS setup program. To change the settings. Chapter 3 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup General help At the bottom of the ASUS support website. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display the other items on the... do not fit on the screen. You can change the value of the field opposite the item. Use the navigation keys to select items in BIOS Setup. You cannot select an item that is user-configurable, you last modified and saved in the menu and change the value of a field, select...