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...Z170-PREMIUM specifications summary ix Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xviii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features 1-2 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-3 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-3 1.2.2 Motherboard... 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1-25 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1-32 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-7 2.1.5 ATX ...
...Z170-PREMIUM specifications summary ix Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xviii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features 1-2 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-3 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-3 1.2.2 Motherboard... 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1-25 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1-32 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-7 2.1.5 ATX ...
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... away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product ...disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are connected. These devices could interrupt...
... away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product ...disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are connected. These devices could interrupt...
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...technology it supports. Detailed descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 5: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. Where...setup procedures that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and ...
...technology it supports. Detailed descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 5: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. Where...setup procedures that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and ...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xvi Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items 2 x M.2 screws package ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series motherboard 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card Support DVD 1 x 3T3R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac...
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xvi Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items 2 x M.2 screws package ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series motherboard 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card Support DVD 1 x 3T3R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac...
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xviii Installation tools and components Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components above are not included in the motherboard package.
xviii Installation tools and components Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components above are not included in the motherboard package.
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...and 3-Way AMD CrossfireX support that provides twice the performance and speed of the latest graphics technologies. Intel® Z170 Express Chipset Intel® Z170 Express Chipset is the PCI Express bus standard that enables mulit-GPU setup, giving you the full power of ..., Pentium® and Celeron® processors This motherboard supports 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® , and Celeron® processors in the LGA1151 package. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-1 It provides an optimal graphics performance, ...
...and 3-Way AMD CrossfireX support that provides twice the performance and speed of the latest graphics technologies. Intel® Z170 Express Chipset Intel® Z170 Express Chipset is the PCI Express bus standard that enables mulit-GPU setup, giving you the full power of ..., Pentium® and Celeron® processors This motherboard supports 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® , and Celeron® processors in the LGA1151 package. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-1 It provides an optimal graphics performance, ...
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... MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into as many as 7.1 channels of incredible surround sound. DTS Interactive is completely backward-compatible with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate ...4x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, the M.2 can connect their PC to a home theater system. Chapter 1 Dual-Channel DDR4 4000 MHz Support The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR4 memory that 's up to 32 Gbit/s of data transfer speed. Complete USB 3.1 integration This...
... MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into as many as 7.1 channels of incredible surround sound. DTS Interactive is completely backward-compatible with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate ...4x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, the M.2 can connect their PC to a home theater system. Chapter 1 Dual-Channel DDR4 4000 MHz Support The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR4 memory that 's up to 32 Gbit/s of data transfer speed. Complete USB 3.1 integration This...
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... supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-3 Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply.
... supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-3 Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply.
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal Connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal Connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ ...does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. Chapter 1 Ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1-6...
... with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ ...does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. Chapter 1 Ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1-6...
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Recommended memory configurations ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-7 Chapter 1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
Recommended memory configurations ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-7 Chapter 1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
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... full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to install 4 GB or more memory on the motherboard. For effective use a more details, refer to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you are using a 32-bit Windows...Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65 V is the standard way of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • According to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for the dual-channel configuration. For an optimum ...
... full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to install 4 GB or more memory on the motherboard. For effective use a more details, refer to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you are using a 32-bit Windows...Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65 V is the standard way of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • According to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for the dual-channel configuration. For an optimum ...
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...support (Optional) 12 4 • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-9 Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. DS Brand CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL CMK8GX4M2B3866C19 ver. 4.23 F4-3866C19D-8GTZ F4-3866C19Q-16GTZ 16GB(4GB*4) SS 8GB(...8GTZ F4-3733C17D-8GVK F4-3733C17D-16GRK F4-3733C17D-16GTZ F4-3733C17D-16GVK AVD4UZ137331804G2XXXX Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. Chapter 1 Z170-PREMIUM Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR4 4000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. ...
...support (Optional) 12 4 • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-9 Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. DS Brand CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL CMK8GX4M2B3866C19 ver. 4.23 F4-3866C19D-8GTZ F4-3866C19Q-16GTZ 16GB(4GB*4) SS 8GB(...8GTZ F4-3733C17D-8GVK F4-3733C17D-16GRK F4-3733C17D-16GTZ F4-3733C17D-16GVK AVD4UZ137331804G2XXXX Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. Chapter 1 Z170-PREMIUM Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR4 4000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. ...
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Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIE 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_3 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_4 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-17 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIE 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_3 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_4 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-17 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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... recommended) N/A x8 x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 shared - - - - - - - IRQ assignments for better thermal environment. shared - - - - - -
... recommended) N/A x8 x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 shared - - - - - - - IRQ assignments for better thermal environment. shared - - - - - -
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.... This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-19 Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on button that you to...
.... This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. ASUS Z170-PREMIUM Series 1-19 Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on button that you to...
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... set is not properly installed. If the system fail to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after turning on the computer. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. 3. System will appear during POST reminding you download and update to... settings. • 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 turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK!
... set is not properly installed. If the system fail to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after turning on the computer. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. 3. System will appear during POST reminding you download and update to... settings. • 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 turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK!
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... a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the motherboard support DVD. • The M.2 socket shares SATA ports with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set , refer to section 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration regarding the BIOS...
... a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the motherboard support DVD. • The M.2 socket shares SATA ports with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set , refer to section 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration regarding the BIOS...
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...Thermal_Sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to monitor the temperature of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD... of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. 4. Chapter 1 • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Front...
...Thermal_Sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to monitor the temperature of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD... of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. 4. Chapter 1 • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Front...
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The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-36 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Doing so will damage the motherboard! These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 48 Mb/s connection speed. Chapter 1 7. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-36 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Doing so will damage the motherboard! These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 48 Mb/s connection speed. Chapter 1 7. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.