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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ix Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 ...2-7 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 2-8 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-12 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-13 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ix Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 ...2-7 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 2-8 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-12 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-13 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time...
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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 ...menu 3-45 3.8 Boot menu 3-50 3.9 Tool menu 3-56 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-56 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-56 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-58 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-59 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-59 3.10 Exit menu 3-60 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-61 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-61 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-62 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-64 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 ...menu 3-45 3.8 Boot menu 3-50 3.9 Tool menu 3-56 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-56 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-56 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-58 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-59 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-59 3.10 Exit menu 3-60 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-61 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-61 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-62 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-64 iv
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... 4.3 Software information 4-10 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-10 4.4.1 Ai Charger 4-14 4.4.2 USB 3.1 Boost 4-15 4.4.3 EZ Update 4-16 4.4.4 USB BIOS Flashback 4-18 4.4.5 Push Notice 4-20 4.4.6 System Information 4-23 4.4.7 Key Express 4-25 4.5 Audio configurations 4-27 Chapter 5: RAID Support 5.1... RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver...
... 4.3 Software information 4-10 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-10 4.4.1 Ai Charger 4-14 4.4.2 USB 3.1 Boost 4-15 4.4.3 EZ Update 4-16 4.4.4 USB BIOS Flashback 4-18 4.4.5 Push Notice 4-20 4.4.6 System Information 4-23 4.4.7 Key Express 4-25 4.5 Audio configurations 4-27 Chapter 5: RAID Support 5.1... RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver...
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... and the new technology it supports. vii Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2.
... and the new technology it supports. vii Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2.
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...(continued on the CPU installed. ****These SATA ports are not supported. Adjust BIOS settings to enhance the highest quality sound for left and right track, ensuring both sound...MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Intel® I211-AT Gigabit LAN controller ASUS LAN Guard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility Speedy Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band...channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 - ATAPI devices are for data hard drivers only. Z170-DELUXE specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Bluetooth Audio ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s controller**** - 2 x...
...(continued on the CPU installed. ****These SATA ports are not supported. Adjust BIOS settings to enhance the highest quality sound for left and right track, ensuring both sound...MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Intel® I211-AT Gigabit LAN controller ASUS LAN Guard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility Speedy Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band...channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 - ATAPI devices are for data hard drivers only. Z170-DELUXE specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Bluetooth Audio ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s controller**** - 2 x...
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... 5 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 1 port @back panel) ASMedia® USB 3.1 controllers- DIGI+ Power Control - UEFI BIOS - Whole system optimization with fast response time Special Memory O.C. Auto Tuning, GPU Boost, 2-level TPU switch EPU - Function: Cloud GO!, Remote ... - 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port @back panel (Type C) Superb Performance OC Design: ASUS PRO Clock Technology - Wi-Fi GO! Z170-DELUXE specifications summary USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® Z170 Express Chipset- Superb memory O.C. Perfectly consolidates better CPU performance, power saving, digital power...
... 5 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 1 port @back panel) ASMedia® USB 3.1 controllers- DIGI+ Power Control - UEFI BIOS - Whole system optimization with fast response time Special Memory O.C. Auto Tuning, GPU Boost, 2-level TPU switch EPU - Function: Cloud GO!, Remote ... - 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port @back panel (Type C) Superb Performance OC Design: ASUS PRO Clock Technology - Wi-Fi GO! Z170-DELUXE specifications summary USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® Z170 Express Chipset- Superb memory O.C. Perfectly consolidates better CPU performance, power saving, digital power...
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Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features Media Streamer - Tailored app performance, network priority and audio configuration for EZ BIOS download scheduling UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Q-Shield - Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS... and less lags Crystal Sound 3 - CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - Short circuit damage prevention (continued on your PC screen.* * Contact your entertainment goes wherever you ...
Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features Media Streamer - Tailored app performance, network priority and audio configuration for EZ BIOS download scheduling UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Q-Shield - Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS... and less lags Crystal Sound 3 - CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - Short circuit damage prevention (continued on your PC screen.* * Contact your entertainment goes wherever you ...
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... tuning from 40MHz up to 500MHz at 0.0125V increment - Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I /O - 3x more durable corrosion- ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.5x long lifespan ...blue, Type A) 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (Type C) 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 port (blue, supports Key Express) 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 port (black, supports USB BIOS Flashback) 8-channel Audio I/O ports (continued on the next page) xiii EZ XMP - CPU Core/Cache Voltage: Adjustable CPU Core/Cache Voltage at 0.005V increment -...
... tuning from 40MHz up to 500MHz at 0.0125V increment - Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I /O - 3x more durable corrosion- ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.5x long lifespan ...blue, Type A) 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (Type C) 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 port (blue, supports Key Express) 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 port (black, supports USB BIOS Flashback) 8-channel Audio I/O ports (continued on the next page) xiii EZ XMP - CPU Core/Cache Voltage: Adjustable CPU Core/Cache Voltage at 0.005V increment -...
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...on button 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector 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...ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card 1 x Hyper Kit 2 x M.2 screw package 1 x user's manual 1 x CPU Installation Tool (continued on the next page) xiv Z170-DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability Accessories 2 x USB...
...on button 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector 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...ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card 1 x Hyper Kit 2 x M.2 screw package 1 x user's manual 1 x CPU Installation Tool (continued on the next page) xiv Z170-DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability Accessories 2 x USB...
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...18 1-33 1-20 1-19 1-31 1-30 1-39 1-22 1-37 1-38 1-34 1-21 1-17 1-17 1-21 2-13 1-38 1-31 1-39 1-32 1-31 1-32 ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-5 LGA1151 CPU socket 3. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin ...pin CPU_OV) 13. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 22. EPU switch 8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 14. EZ XMP switch 17. BIOS Flashback button 21. Q-Code LEDs 23. button 6. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) 24. TPU switch 9. ASMedia...
...18 1-33 1-20 1-19 1-31 1-30 1-39 1-22 1-37 1-38 1-34 1-21 1-17 1-17 1-21 2-13 1-38 1-31 1-39 1-32 1-31 1-32 ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-5 LGA1151 CPU socket 3. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin ...pin CPU_OV) 13. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 22. EPU switch 8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 14. EZ XMP switch 17. BIOS Flashback button 21. Q-Code LEDs 23. button 6. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) 24. TPU switch 9. ASMedia...
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.... Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of the dark...
.... Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of the dark...
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button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! If the system fail to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for about 30 seconds for successful boot. Chapter 1 • Refer to boot.... Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 3. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. System will appear during ...
button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! If the system fail to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for about 30 seconds for successful boot. Chapter 1 • Refer to boot.... Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 3. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. System will appear during ...
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... this switch under Windows® OS environment, the TPU function will use the 5-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Chapter 1 4. Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for air-cooling and water-cooling system builts... TPU switch is enabled. However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the last setting you have made. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-19
... this switch under Windows® OS environment, the TPU function will use the 5-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Chapter 1 4. Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for air-cooling and water-cooling system builts... TPU switch is enabled. However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the last setting you have made. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-19
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...; OS environment, the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at the same time. Chapter 1 5.
...; OS environment, the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at the same time. Chapter 1 5.
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ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-21 EZ XMP switch Enable this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. Chapter 1 6. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to overclocking. 7.
ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-21 EZ XMP switch Enable this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. Chapter 1 6. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to overclocking. 7.
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Chapter 1 3. EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. 4. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1 3. EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. 4. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... M.2 socket shares SATA ports with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • The SATAEXPRESS connector can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with SATA Express. To...
... M.2 socket shares SATA ports with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • The SATAEXPRESS connector can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with SATA Express. To...
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... connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. Chapter 1 • We recommend that allows you to monitor the temperature of the motherboard...
... connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. Chapter 1 • We recommend that allows you to monitor the temperature of the motherboard...
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... in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series... 1-35 The FAN EXTENSION CARD is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature...
... in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series... 1-35 The FAN EXTENSION CARD is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature...
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... section 3.6.7 Onboard Device Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies with SATA Express. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. 13. Only one SATA device could be activated. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-39 The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module...
... section 3.6.7 Onboard Device Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies with SATA Express. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. 13. Only one SATA device could be activated. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-39 The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module...