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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 "Ultimate COOL" Thermal Solutions 1-2 1.1.3 "TUF Engine" Power Design 1-3 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" Guardian Angel 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.1.7 Other special features 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 "Ultimate COOL" Thermal Solutions 1-2 1.1.3 "TUF Engine" Power Design 1-3 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" Guardian Angel 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.1.7 Other special features 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard...
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... between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) TUF LANGuard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Intel® Z170 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR4 2400/2133 MHz, non-ECC... with max. The PCIe x16_3 is subject to www.asus.com for the complete CPU support list. Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort/HDMI port Supports DisplayPort 1.2* with SATA6G_56. SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi...
... between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) TUF LANGuard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Intel® Z170 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR4 2400/2133 MHz, non-ECC... with max. The PCIe x16_3 is subject to www.asus.com for the complete CPU support list. Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort/HDMI port Supports DisplayPort 1.2* with SATA6G_56. SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi...
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... port at back I/O Intel® Z170 Express Chipset supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 6 x U SB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 2 port @back panel, blue) - 8 x U SB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 4 port @back panel, black) ASMedia® USB 3.1 controller supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost and 3A power output...- Audio Amplifier to use an M.2 SATA device. *** These functions will work depending on the next page) x SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary Storage Audio USB Intel® Z170 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 14 support* - 2 x S ATA Express ...
... port at back I/O Intel® Z170 Express Chipset supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 6 x U SB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 2 port @back panel, blue) - 8 x U SB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 4 port @back panel, black) ASMedia® USB 3.1 controller supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost and 3A power output...- Audio Amplifier to use an M.2 SATA device. *** These functions will work depending on the next page) x SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary Storage Audio USB Intel® Z170 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 14 support* - 2 x S ATA Express ...
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...USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - Turbo LAN to experience smooth online gaming...ASUS Q-DIMM - TUF Detective 2 - MemOK! - AI Suite 3 - ASUS Q-Slot - Multi-language BIOS (continued on the next page) xi ASUS DIGI+ Power Control Utility "Safe & Stable!" TUF ESD Guards 2 - EZ Update - ASUS O.C. TUF LANGuard - Profile - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS Q-Connector - Thermal Solution - certified by military-standard) - SABERTOOTH Z170...
...USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - Turbo LAN to experience smooth online gaming...ASUS Q-DIMM - TUF Detective 2 - MemOK! - AI Suite 3 - ASUS Q-Slot - Multi-language BIOS (continued on the next page) xi ASUS DIGI+ Power Control Utility "Safe & Stable!" TUF ESD Guards 2 - EZ Update - ASUS O.C. TUF LANGuard - Profile - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS Q-Connector - Thermal Solution - certified by military-standard) - SABERTOOTH Z170...
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...header 1 x DRCT(Direct Key) header 3 x T_Sensor (Thermal Sensor) headers 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector (continued on the next page) xii SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x TUF Detective USB port 1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button 1 ... 1 x 4-pin) 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x Thunderbolt header (5-pin) for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x TPM connector 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK!
...header 1 x DRCT(Direct Key) header 3 x T_Sensor (Thermal Sensor) headers 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector (continued on the next page) xii SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x TUF Detective USB port 1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button 1 ... 1 x 4-pin) 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x Thunderbolt header (5-pin) for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x TPM connector 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK!
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xiii SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating System Support Form factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3... My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10* Windows® 8.1* ...
xiii SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating System Support Form factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3... My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10* Windows® 8.1* ...
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... vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH Z170 S motherboard Technical documentations, certification and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector (7 cm) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x M.2 screws set 1 x back I/O dust frame 1 x back I/O dust grid • If...
... vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH Z170 S motherboard Technical documentations, certification and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector (7 cm) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x M.2 screws set 1 x back I/O dust frame 1 x back I/O dust grid • If...
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...militarystandard) The motherboard's TUF components features military-standard robust TUF new chokes, titanium solid state capacitors, and MOSFETS. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-3 These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for you to protect your motherboard from lightening strikes ...touchscreen ease. MemOK! Guardian Angel TUF Detective 2 TUF Detective 2 is certified for tough duty to make use of the app! The ASUS exclusive AntiStatic chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard's lifespan. Chapter 1 1.1.3...
...militarystandard) The motherboard's TUF components features military-standard robust TUF new chokes, titanium solid state capacitors, and MOSFETS. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-3 These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for you to protect your motherboard from lightening strikes ...touchscreen ease. MemOK! Guardian Angel TUF Detective 2 TUF Detective 2 is certified for tough duty to make use of the app! The ASUS exclusive AntiStatic chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard's lifespan. Chapter 1 1.1.3...
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It allows you to energy consumptions. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-5 Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, ...ErP Ready The motherboard is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Chapter 1 1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for about three seconds, ...regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. This all the exclusive ASUS features into one software offers diverse and easy to use software package. It also allows you ...
It allows you to energy consumptions. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-5 Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, ...ErP Ready The motherboard is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Chapter 1 1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for about three seconds, ...regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. This all the exclusive ASUS features into one software offers diverse and easy to use software package. It also allows you ...
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SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-9 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap 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 LGA1151 socket only. DO... the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from...
SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-9 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap 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 LGA1151 socket only. DO... the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from...
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...3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. To operate at the vendor-marked or at www.asus.com for full DIMM configuration. Visit the ASUS website at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system ...of the same version or date code (D/C) from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-11 Under default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules...
...3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. To operate at the vendor-marked or at www.asus.com for full DIMM configuration. Visit the ASUS website at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system ...of the same version or date code (D/C) from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-11 Under default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules...
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.... You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, dark brown) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 48 MBps connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-21 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. USB1314) These...
.... You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, dark brown) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 48 MBps connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 1-21 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. USB1314) These...
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Match and align the four (4) fasteners of the back I/O dust frame and grid assembly to the dust frame. 2. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I /O dust frame then attach the dust grid to the four (4) circular holes on the back I/O fan vent...the I/O shield then push to ensure optimum airflow. 3. Back I/O dust frame Back I/O dust grid I/O shield Clean your back I /O dust frame. Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH Z170 S 2-3 2.1.2 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with the back I /O dust filter from time...
Match and align the four (4) fasteners of the back I/O dust frame and grid assembly to the dust frame. 2. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I /O dust frame then attach the dust grid to the four (4) circular holes on the back I/O fan vent...the I/O shield then push to ensure optimum airflow. 3. Back I/O dust frame Back I/O dust grid I/O shield Clean your back I /O dust frame. Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH Z170 S 2-3 2.1.2 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with the back I /O dust filter from time...
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... CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 2-7 Top of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages...
... CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 2-7 Top of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages...
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2.1.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 SABERTOOTH Z170 S AAFP 2-13
2.1.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 SABERTOOTH Z170 S AAFP 2-13
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... use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to complete the installation. 2. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 2-15 In case of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. Place...
... use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to complete the installation. 2. SABERTOOTH Z170 S 2-15 In case of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. Place...
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... instability or boot failure. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 S 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 requires further BIOS settings or...
... instability or boot failure. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 S 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 requires further BIOS settings or...
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...CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to [XMP], the XMP mode supported by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to [Manual] or [XMP], the following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto...to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. Use the or to 650.0 MHz. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 S 3-17 When the Ai Overclock Tuner is set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking ...
...CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to [XMP], the XMP mode supported by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to [Manual] or [XMP], the following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto...to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. Use the or to 650.0 MHz. Chapter 3 SABERTOOTH Z170 S 3-17 When the Ai Overclock Tuner is set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking ...
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... (platform controller hub) Both DMI link ASPM control items of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [IGFX] [PEG] [PCIE] SABERTOOTH Z170 S 3-29 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration This item allows you to enable virtualization technology function on both NB (NorthBridge) ...side and SB (SouthBridge) side of the CPU and PCH sides must be enabled for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] 3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration...
... (platform controller hub) Both DMI link ASPM control items of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [IGFX] [PEG] [PCIE] SABERTOOTH Z170 S 3-29 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration This item allows you to enable virtualization technology function on both NB (NorthBridge) ...side and SB (SouthBridge) side of the CPU and PCH sides must be enabled for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] 3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration...
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... "ASUS Hyper kit" card. Enable this option for RAID Remapping. M.2 PCIE Storage RAID Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable M.2 devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Controller(s) [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable PCIE port to the corresponding SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SABERTOOTH Z170 S 3-31...
... "ASUS Hyper kit" card. Enable this option for RAID Remapping. M.2 PCIE Storage RAID Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable M.2 devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Controller(s) [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable PCIE port to the corresponding SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SABERTOOTH Z170 S 3-31...