Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 1
Motherboard Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA
Motherboard Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 3
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z170 PRO GAMING / AURA specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-8 1.5 Expansion slots 1-11 1.6 Headers / Jumpers / Holes 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1-15 1.8 Onboard LED 1-25 1.9 Software support 1-27 Chapter...2-28 2.7 Monitor menu 2-37 2.8 Boot menu 2-42 2.9 Tool menu 2-47 2.10 Exit menu 2-49 2.11 Installing an operating system 2-50 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z170 PRO GAMING / AURA specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-8 1.5 Expansion slots 1-11 1.6 Headers / Jumpers / Holes 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1-15 1.8 Onboard LED 1-25 1.9 Software support 1-27 Chapter...2-28 2.7 Monitor menu 2-37 2.8 Boot menu 2-42 2.9 Tool menu 2-47 2.10 Exit menu 2-49 2.11 Installing an operating system 2-50 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 4
..., disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that your retailer. If you are not sure about the voltage of the motherboard and the new technology it by yourself. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all cables... contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not try to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These devices could interrupt the grounding...
..., disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that your retailer. If you are not sure about the voltage of the motherboard and the new technology it by yourself. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all cables... contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not try to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These devices could interrupt the grounding...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 6
...asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Supports DVI with maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz Supports Intel® InTruTM 3D, Quick Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, and Intel® InsiderTM Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. Z170 PRO GAMING / AURA...) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for Intel® CPU support list. at x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot (max. Integrated graphics processor - Intel® Z170 Chipset 4 x DIMM, maximum 64 GB, DDR4 3466(O.C.)*/3400(O.C.)*/3333...
...asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Supports DVI with maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz Supports Intel® InTruTM 3D, Quick Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, and Intel® InsiderTM Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. Z170 PRO GAMING / AURA...) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for Intel® CPU support list. at x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot (max. Integrated graphics processor - Intel® Z170 Chipset 4 x DIMM, maximum 64 GB, DDR4 3466(O.C.)*/3400(O.C.)*/3333...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 11
... avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-1 Unplug the power cord before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the...
... avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-1 Unplug the power cord before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 12
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 24.4cm(9.6in) 2 4 KBMS _USB1314 EATX12V CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM CPU_OPT 5 RGBLED 6 HDMI DP ASM 1442K BOOT_DEVICE_LED VGA_LED DRAM_LED CPU_LED DDR4 DIMM_A1 (64bit,...1142 2 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 7 23 PCIEX1_1 22 23 Intel I219V PCIEX16_1 M.2(SOCKET3) SATA6G_56 SATA6G_34 SATA6G_12 22 23 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 BATTERY 22 PCIEX16_2 Intel® Z170 8 21 ALC 1150 COVER SupremeFX LED 3D MOUNT PCIEX1_3 22110 TPU AAFP PCIEX16_3 COM CHA_FAN2 TPM USB78 ROG_EXT 2280 2260 2242 USB910 SB_PWR 128Mb BIOS...
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 24.4cm(9.6in) 2 4 KBMS _USB1314 EATX12V CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM CPU_OPT 5 RGBLED 6 HDMI DP ASM 1442K BOOT_DEVICE_LED VGA_LED DRAM_LED CPU_LED DDR4 DIMM_A1 (64bit,...1142 2 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 7 23 PCIEX1_1 22 23 Intel I219V PCIEX16_1 M.2(SOCKET3) SATA6G_56 SATA6G_34 SATA6G_12 22 23 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 BATTERY 22 PCIEX16_2 Intel® Z170 8 21 ALC 1150 COVER SupremeFX LED 3D MOUNT PCIEX1_3 22110 TPU AAFP PCIEX16_3 COM CHA_FAN2 TPM USB78 ROG_EXT 2280 2260 2242 USB910 SB_PWR 128Mb BIOS...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 13
...19 1-23 1-14 1-13 1-25 1-24 1-20 1-17 1-17 1-20 1-14 1-25 1-11 1-11 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron®... EATXPWR, 8-pin ATX12V) 2. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) 11. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 14. Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA CPU socket LGA1151 ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-3 ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 17. SupremeFX LED 22. Q LEDs (BOOT_DEVICE_LED, VGA_LED, DRAM_LED, CPU_LED) 6. CPU, ...
...19 1-23 1-14 1-13 1-25 1-24 1-20 1-17 1-17 1-20 1-14 1-25 1-11 1-11 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron®... EATXPWR, 8-pin ATX12V) 2. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) 11. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 14. Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA CPU socket LGA1151 ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-3 ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 17. SupremeFX LED 22. Q LEDs (BOOT_DEVICE_LED, VGA_LED, DRAM_LED, CPU_LED) 6. CPU, ...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 14
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Contact ... resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU Top of the motherboard, ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase...
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Contact ... resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU Top of the motherboard, ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 16
...• Always firmly hold both sides 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 resulting from negligence by the user. 1.3.2...and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. WARNING! • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked ...
...• Always firmly hold both sides 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 resulting from negligence by the user. 1.3.2...and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. WARNING! • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked ...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 18
According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below . Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ... to protect the CPU. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets.
According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below . Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ... to protect the CPU. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets.
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 19
... site at http://support.microsoft. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of accessing information from a memory module. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-9 The system maps the total size of individual CPUs or Memory. • For system stability, use 4-DIMM/2-DIMM kit for manual memory... - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS if you install 4GB or more details, refer to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. - For more memory on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is subject to the physical characteristics of the lower-sized channel for ...
... site at http://support.microsoft. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of accessing information from a memory module. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-9 The system maps the total size of individual CPUs or Memory. • For system stability, use 4-DIMM/2-DIMM kit for manual memory... - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS if you install 4GB or more details, refer to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. - For more memory on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is subject to the physical characteristics of the lower-sized channel for ...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 21
...chassis). 3. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . Keep the screw for the expansion card. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-11 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that support PCI Express 3.0 x16 graphic...will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI Express 3.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express 3.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 3.0 ...
...chassis). 3. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . Keep the screw for the expansion card. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-11 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that support PCI Express 3.0 x16 graphic...will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI Express 3.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express 3.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 3.0 ...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 22
... VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. See page 1-19 for this motherboard PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 ASM1142 PCIE x1_1 LAN I219V PCIE x16_3 M.2(X4) PCIE x1_3 PCIE x1_2 XHCI...
... VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. See page 1-19 for this motherboard PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 ASM1142 PCIE x1_1 LAN I219V PCIE x16_3 M.2(X4) PCIE x1_3 PCIE x1_2 XHCI...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 24
CPU_OV 12 23 Disable Enable (default setting) Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA CPU_OV setting 3. 3D Mount holes Create a 3D printout and secure it to these 3D Mount holes for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of ... Chapter 1: Product introduction To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to set a higher CPU voltage for a personalized motherboard. 3D MOUNT Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 3D MOUNT • Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com. • Use the bundled 3D mount printing screws to pins 1-2. 2. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU...
CPU_OV 12 23 Disable Enable (default setting) Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA CPU_OV setting 3. 3D Mount holes Create a 3D printout and secure it to these 3D Mount holes for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of ... Chapter 1: Product introduction To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to set a higher CPU voltage for a personalized motherboard. 3D MOUNT Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 3D MOUNT • Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com. • Use the bundled 3D mount printing screws to pins 1-2. 2. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 28
...maximum 1 A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. •...Fan Control items in BIOS. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is purchased separately. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction... FAN PWR GND +5V CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND EXTFAN_DET FANCARD_DETECT EXTFAN_SMB_CLK EXTFAN_SMB_DATA GND E F Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced > Monitor > Q-Fan Configuration...
...maximum 1 A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. •...Fan Control items in BIOS. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is purchased separately. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction... FAN PWR GND +5V CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND EXTFAN_DET FANCARD_DETECT EXTFAN_SMB_CLK EXTFAN_SMB_DATA GND E F Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced > Monitor > Q-Fan Configuration...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 29
...-consuming devices or when you to fit these connectors in only one orientation. T_SENSOR GND PIN 1 SENSOR IN Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA T_SENSOR connector ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-19 The power supply plugs are for details. 5. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power...that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that allows you intend to install additional devices. The thermistor cable is for your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to monitor the...
...-consuming devices or when you to fit these connectors in only one orientation. T_SENSOR GND PIN 1 SENSOR IN Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA T_SENSOR connector ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-19 The power supply plugs are for details. 5. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power...that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that allows you intend to install additional devices. The thermistor cable is for your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to monitor the...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 30
... is for the Front Base. ROG_EXT Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA ROG_EXT connectors • The Front Base is set to this connector. 6. If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [AC97]. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. •... Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to [HD]. By ...
... is for the Front Base. ROG_EXT Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA ROG_EXT connectors • The Front Base is set to this connector. 6. If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [AC97]. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. •... Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to [HD]. By ...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 32
... RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set , refer to [AHCI] by default. Intel® Z170 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) This connector connects to [RAID...you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the...
... RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set , refer to [AHCI] by default. Intel® Z170 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) This connector connects to [RAID...you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the...
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 34
... USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 module is operating in SATA mode, SATA port 1 will damage the motherboard! M.2(SOCKET3) 22110 2280 2260 2242 Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA M.2(SOCKET3) • This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. • The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is... USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
... USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 module is operating in SATA mode, SATA port 1 will damage the motherboard! M.2(SOCKET3) 22110 2280 2260 2242 Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA M.2(SOCKET3) • This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. • The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is... USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Users ManualEnglish
Page 35
... turn off mode. SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Onboard LED 2. To change the setting in soft-off the SupremeFX LED or change the lit modes from the rest of your motherboard. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-25 The illustration below shows the location of the audio ...components from the BIOS or the LED Control app in any motherboard component. The LED becomes solid red. 1.8 Onboard LED 1. This ...
... turn off mode. SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA Onboard LED 2. To change the setting in soft-off the SupremeFX LED or change the lit modes from the rest of your motherboard. ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-25 The illustration below shows the location of the audio ...components from the BIOS or the LED Control app in any motherboard component. The LED becomes solid red. 1.8 Onboard LED 1. This ...