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... Media Streamer - Pipe music or movies from your PC to a smart TV, your device vendor for extreme overclocking performance 5-Way Optimization - Whole system optimization with fast response time Special Memory O.C. Full BCLK range for supporting information...options with a single click! capability under full load by minimizing the coupling noise and signal reflection effect PC Cleaner - Z170-E specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Superb Performance OC Design - Perfectly consolidates better CPU performance, power saving, digital power control, system cooling ...
... Media Streamer - Pipe music or movies from your PC to a smart TV, your device vendor for extreme overclocking performance 5-Way Optimization - Whole system optimization with fast response time Special Memory O.C. Full BCLK range for supporting information...options with a single click! capability under full load by minimizing the coupling noise and signal reflection effect PC Cleaner - Z170-E specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Superb Performance OC Design - Perfectly consolidates better CPU performance, power saving, digital power control, system cooling ...
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... (Stepless Frequency Selection) - DRAM Voltage: 152-step Memory voltage control - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 40MHz up to 500MHz at 0.005V increment - Z170-E specifications summary ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 1 x M.2 Socket 3 (for...
... (Stepless Frequency Selection) - DRAM Voltage: 152-step Memory voltage control - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 40MHz up to 500MHz at 0.005V increment - Z170-E specifications summary ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 1 x M.2 Socket 3 (for...
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...more on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the retailer to get... the correct memory modules. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Visit the ASUS website at http://support.microsoft. You can be about 3GB or less. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you want to install 4 GB or more...
...more on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the retailer to get... the correct memory modules. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Visit the ASUS website at http://support.microsoft. You can be about 3GB or less. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you want to install 4 GB or more...
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...the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Shorting the CLRTC jumper will cause system boot... data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system...
...the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Shorting the CLRTC jumper will cause system boot... data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system...
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To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2. ASUS Z170-E Series 1-21 To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. 2.
To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2. ASUS Z170-E Series 1-21 To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. 2.
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... is not properly installed. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. button lights continuously, press the MemOK! ASUS Z170-E Series 1-37 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the system to boot after turning ...MemOK! A message will begin automatic memory compatibility tuning and reboot for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.8 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. System will appear during POST reminding you that...
... is not properly installed. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. button lights continuously, press the MemOK! ASUS Z170-E Series 1-37 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the system to boot after turning ...MemOK! A message will begin automatic memory compatibility tuning and reboot for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.8 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. System will appear during POST reminding you that...
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... this motherboard. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-1 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 are needed ...recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. BIOS Setup 2.1 Knowing BIOS 2 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS...
... this motherboard. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-1 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 are needed ...recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. BIOS Setup 2.1 Knowing BIOS 2 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS...
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... overclocking Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click < or > to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode. ASUS Z170...
... overclocking Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click < or > to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode. ASUS Z170...
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... language that menu. Refer to section 2.2.3 QFan Control for more information. 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. Boot... above the menu bar contains the languages that the item has a submenu. Refer to section 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-5 Click this button to manually tweak the fans to MyFavorites menu. Q-Fan Control (F6) This button above the menu bar...
... language that menu. Refer to section 2.2.3 QFan Control for more information. 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. Boot... above the menu bar contains the languages that the item has a submenu. Refer to section 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-5 Click this button to manually tweak the fans to MyFavorites menu. Q-Fan Control (F6) This button above the menu bar...
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ASUS Z170-E Series 2-9 from the BIOS screen to open 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. You can also set RAID in your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your system using this feature. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen.
ASUS Z170-E Series 2-9 from the BIOS screen to open 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. You can also set RAID in your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your system using this feature. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen.
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From the Enter Current Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Confirm the password when prompted. After you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration ...
From the Enter Current Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Confirm the password when prompted. After you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration ...
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Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. BCLK Frequency [100.00] This item allows you to [Manual]. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-17 We recommend you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to set the value based on the CPU specification, as high BCLK...
Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. BCLK Frequency [100.00] This item allows you to [Manual]. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-17 We recommend you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to set the value based on the CPU specification, as high BCLK...
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Use the or keys to the default settings. If this item to stop the CPU from communicating with the BCLK (base clock) frequency setting. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-19 Configuration options: [DDR4-2133MHz] [DDR4-2200MHz] [DDR4-2266MHz] [DDR42300MHz] [DDR4-2400MHz] [DDR4-2500MHz] [DDR4-2533MHz] [... performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the key. Select ...
Use the or keys to the default settings. If this item to stop the CPU from communicating with the BCLK (base clock) frequency setting. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-19 Configuration options: [DDR4-2133MHz] [DDR4-2200MHz] [DDR4-2266MHz] [DDR42300MHz] [DDR4-2400MHz] [DDR4-2500MHz] [DDR4-2533MHz] [... performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the key. Select ...
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Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [40] Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Set this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability. Disable this item to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DLLBwEn [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [7] DRAM ...
Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [40] Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Set this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability. Disable this item to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DLLBwEn [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [7] DRAM ...
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The values range from 0% to adjust the value. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-25 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is selected. CPU Current Capability [Auto] This item provides a total power range for a quicker ... 1 to 8 to adjust the CPU power voltage from 300 KHz to CPU loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for a quicker transient response speed. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and...
The values range from 0% to adjust the value. ASUS Z170-E Series 2-25 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is selected. CPU Current Capability [Auto] This item provides a total power range for a quicker ... 1 to 8 to adjust the CPU power voltage from 300 KHz to CPU loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for a quicker transient response speed. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and...
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... is defined by IntelR specification and affects CPU power voltage. A higher value provides a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the...set to [Auto]. The thermal conditions should be monitored. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This item allows to set a higher frequency for GT overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] CPU Graphics [Auto] The switching frequency will affect the GT transient...
... is defined by IntelR specification and affects CPU power voltage. A higher value provides a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the...set to [Auto]. The thermal conditions should be monitored. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This item allows to set a higher frequency for GT overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] CPU Graphics [Auto] The switching frequency will affect the GT transient...
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... clock) frequency to the assigned BCLK frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [255.50] ASUS Z170-E Series 2-29 BCLK Amplitude [Auto] This item allows you to configure a higher current limit to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [-0.22] [-0.34] [-0.46] [+0.12] [+0.22] [+0.28]... and keys to adjust the value. Tweaker's Paradise Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to start overclocking the system from 40.0 MHz to 500.0 MHz. Use the or to adjust the value. Diable to get more accurate base ...
... clock) frequency to the assigned BCLK frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [255.50] ASUS Z170-E Series 2-29 BCLK Amplitude [Auto] This item allows you to configure a higher current limit to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [-0.22] [-0.34] [-0.46] [+0.12] [+0.22] [+0.28]... and keys to adjust the value. Tweaker's Paradise Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to start overclocking the system from 40.0 MHz to 500.0 MHz. Use the or to adjust the value. Diable to get more accurate base ...
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... [26] Max. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set a higher current limit to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. CPU Core/Cache Voltage [Auto] Configures the mode of Voltage fed to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Configuration... options: [Auto] [1] - [19] Extreme Over-voltage [Disabled] Enable this item 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] [Manual ...
... [26] Max. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set a higher current limit to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. CPU Core/Cache Voltage [Auto] Configures the mode of Voltage fed to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Configuration... options: [Auto] [1] - [19] Extreme Over-voltage [Disabled] Enable this item 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] [Manual ...