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...Superb memory O.C. Remote GO! Full BCLK range for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 & Android 4.0 systems HyStream - UEFI BIOS - Media Streamer app for extreme overclocking performance 5-Way Optimization - Whole system optimization with fast response time Special Memory O.C. DIGI+ VRM -CPU Power: Digital 8-phase power design -iGPU Power: Digital 2-phase..., system cooling and app usages. capability under full load by minimizing the coupling noise and signal reflection effect PC Cleaner - Design - Z170-AR specifications summary USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel®...
...Superb memory O.C. Remote GO! Full BCLK range for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 & Android 4.0 systems HyStream - UEFI BIOS - Media Streamer app for extreme overclocking performance 5-Way Optimization - Whole system optimization with fast response time Special Memory O.C. DIGI+ VRM -CPU Power: Digital 8-phase power design -iGPU Power: Digital 2-phase..., system cooling and app usages. capability under full load by minimizing the coupling noise and signal reflection effect PC Cleaner - Design - Z170-AR specifications summary USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel®...
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... voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - Z170-AR specifications summary ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Quiet Thermal Design: - CPU Graphics Voltage: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.0125V increment - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution Precision Tweaker 2:... - CPU Core/Cache Voltage: Adjustable CPU Core/Cache Voltage at 0.01MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 40MHz up...
... voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - Z170-AR specifications summary ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Quiet Thermal Design: - CPU Graphics Voltage: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.0125V increment - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution Precision Tweaker 2:... - CPU Core/Cache Voltage: Adjustable CPU Core/Cache Voltage at 0.01MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 40MHz up...
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... memory population below. • You may install 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-9 The system maps the total size of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of the lower-sized channel for... of 512 Mb (64 MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. Check with the same CAS latency. c) For more on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you do any...
... memory population below. • You may install 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-9 The system maps the total size of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of the lower-sized channel for... of 512 Mb (64 MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. Check with the same CAS latency. c) For more on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you do any...
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...which include system setup information such as system passwords. 1.6 Jumpers 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. For...computer. 4. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds. 3. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-19 Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC...
...which include system setup information such as system passwords. 1.6 Jumpers 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. For...computer. 4. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds. 3. ASUS Z170-AR Series 1-19 Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC...
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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. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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...memory compatibility tuning and reboot for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.8 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! If the system fail to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically...8226; We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to enhance system performance. 1. button lights continuously, press the MemOK! button does not function ...
...memory compatibility tuning and reboot for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.8 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! If the system fail to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically...8226; We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to enhance system performance. 1. button lights continuously, press the MemOK! button does not function ...
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... performance. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you enable the EZ XMP switch. EZ XMP switch Enable this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to power up or wake up when you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing...
... performance. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you enable the EZ XMP switch. EZ XMP switch Enable this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to power up or wake up when you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing...
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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 system...BIOS" unless otherwise specified. We strongly recommend that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file...
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 system...BIOS" unless otherwise specified. We strongly recommend that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file...
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ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-3 The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and ... CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for details.
ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-3 The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and ... CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for details.
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...BIOS. Click this button to manually tweak the fans to select the language that you to section 2.2.3 QFan Control for more information. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-5 To display the submenu, select the item and press . EZ Tuning Wizard (F11) This button above the menu bar displays... you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to MyFavorites menu. 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. Menu...
...BIOS. Click this button to manually tweak the fans to select the language that you to section 2.2.3 QFan Control for more information. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-5 To display the submenu, select the item and press . EZ Tuning Wizard (F11) This button above the menu bar displays... you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to MyFavorites menu. 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. Menu...
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from the BIOS screen to their best settings. You can also set RAID in your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Press on your system using this feature. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-9 Click OC then click Next. 3. 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to open 2. OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1.
from the BIOS screen to their best settings. You can also set RAID in your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Press on your system using this feature. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-9 Click OC then click Next. 3. 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to open 2. OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1.
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... you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows [Not Installed]. 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed...
... you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows [Not Installed]. 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed...
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..., as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to enhance the system performance. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Automatically optimizes the ...BCLK (base clock) frequency to [Manual]. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] This item allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to 500.0 MHz. The values range from 40.0 MHz to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-17 Use the or to set the ...
..., as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to enhance the system performance. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Automatically optimizes the ...BCLK (base clock) frequency to [Manual]. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] This item allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to 500.0 MHz. The values range from 40.0 MHz to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-17 Use the or to set the ...
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... in its minimum power consumption settings. If this menu may cause the system to become unstable! Ensure to apply the optimized setting. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this item to stop the CPU from...DDR4-4133MHz] [DDR4-4266MHz] TPU [Keep Current Settings] This item allows you to adjust the value. Use the or keys to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [...
... in its minimum power consumption settings. If this menu may cause the system to become unstable! Ensure to apply the optimized setting. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this item to stop the CPU from...DDR4-4133MHz] [DDR4-4266MHz] TPU [Keep Current Settings] This item allows you to adjust the value. Use the or keys to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [...
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...: [Auto] [0] - [15] tREFIX9 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] OREF_RI[Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [255] Misc. MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability.
...: [Auto] [0] - [15] tREFIX9 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] OREF_RI[Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [255] Misc. MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability.
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... affects CPU power voltage. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value setting provides higher power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Select [Manual] to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) [300] This item allows you set...100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for CPU overclocking. The values range from 0% to 600 KHz with an interval of 50 KHz. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-25 The CPU working voltage decreases proportionally to adjust the value....
... affects CPU power voltage. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value setting provides higher power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Select [Manual] to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) [300] This item allows you set...100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for CPU overclocking. The values range from 0% to 600 KHz with an interval of 50 KHz. ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-25 The CPU working voltage decreases proportionally to adjust the value....
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...response speed and the component thermal production. Select the manual mode to configure a higher frequency to get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. Probe] Select to set the power phase control of the CPU. Higher... VRM thermal balance mode. [Extreme] Select to [Manual]. CPU Graphic Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is set a higher frequency for GT overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to [Extreme]. The thermal conditions...
...response speed and the component thermal production. Select the manual mode to configure a higher frequency to get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. Probe] Select to set the power phase control of the CPU. Higher... VRM thermal balance mode. [Extreme] Select to [Manual]. CPU Graphic Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is set a higher frequency for GT overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to [Extreme]. The thermal conditions...
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...Slew Rate [Auto] This item allows you to reduce the EMI. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [255.50] ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-29 Tweaker's Paradise Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to start overclocking the system from 40.0 MHz to 500.0 MHz. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [-0.22] [-0.34] [-0.46] [+0.12... you to set the speed at which each clock rises and falls. Diable to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. BCLK Amplitude [Auto] This item allows you to configure a higher current limit to get more accurate base clocks.
...Slew Rate [Auto] This item allows you to reduce the EMI. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [255.50] ASUS Z170-AR Series 2-29 Tweaker's Paradise Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to start overclocking the system from 40.0 MHz to 500.0 MHz. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [-0.22] [-0.34] [-0.46] [+0.12... you to set the speed at which each clock rises and falls. Diable to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. BCLK Amplitude [Auto] This item allows you to configure a higher current limit to get more accurate base clocks.
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... value. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set a higher current limit to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] This item can only be guaranteed. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to allow higher voltages... for overclocking, but the CPU lifetime will not be enabled when the onboard CPU_OV jumper is switched on the system loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [8] -...
... value. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set a higher current limit to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] This item can only be guaranteed. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to allow higher voltages... for overclocking, but the CPU lifetime will not be enabled when the onboard CPU_OV jumper is switched on the system loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [8] -...