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Z170-WS Motherboard
Z170-WS Motherboard
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Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii Z170-WS specifications summary x Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS-exclusive workstation features 1-2 1.1.3 Other special features 1-2 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-3 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-3 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-4 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-6 1.2.4 System memory 1-7 1.2.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches 1-12 1.2.7 Jumpers 1-17...
Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii Z170-WS specifications summary x Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS-exclusive workstation features 1-2 1.1.3 Other special features 1-2 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-3 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-3 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-4 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-6 1.2.4 System memory 1-7 1.2.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches 1-12 1.2.7 Jumpers 1-17...
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Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the ... are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are connected. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do...
Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the ... are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are connected. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do...
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Chapter 5: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. 6. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. viii Chapter 6: Multi GPU Support This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.... your dealer. These documents are also provided. 4. It includes description of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple AMD® CrossFire™ and NVIDIA® SLI®...
Chapter 5: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. 6. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. viii Chapter 6: Multi GPU Support This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.... your dealer. These documents are also provided. 4. It includes description of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple AMD® CrossFire™ and NVIDIA® SLI®...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: User Manual ASUS Z170-WS motherboard User manual Support DVD 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables COM port bracket 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS 4-Way SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS 3-Way SLI bridge connector 1 x 2-in-1 Q-connector 1 x Q-Shield 2 x M.2 Screw package 1 x CPU Installation Tool xvi
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: User Manual ASUS Z170-WS motherboard User manual Support DVD 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables COM port bracket 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS 4-Way SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS 3-Way SLI bridge connector 1 x 2-in-1 Q-connector 1 x Q-Shield 2 x M.2 Screw package 1 x CPU Installation Tool xvi
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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 in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xvii
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 in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xvii
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... Chipset Intel® Z170 Express Chipset is the PCI Express bus standard that 's up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of DDR4 3466 MHz to boost the system's performance, and to 10 Gb/s, or twice as fast as USB 3.0. Complete USB 3.1 integration This motherboard has the latest USB...8482; i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors This motherboard supports 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® , and Celeron® processors in a faster pace. Z170-WS 1-1
... Chipset Intel® Z170 Express Chipset is the PCI Express bus standard that 's up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of DDR4 3466 MHz to boost the system's performance, and to 10 Gb/s, or twice as fast as USB 3.0. Complete USB 3.1 integration This motherboard has the latest USB...8482; i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors This motherboard supports 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® , and Celeron® processors in a faster pace. Z170-WS 1-1
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Chapter 1 1.1.2 ASUS-exclusive workstation features PCI Express 3.0 for 4-Way CrossFireX™ and SLI® Support The motherboard provides PCI Express x16 slots for 4-Way AMD CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI® graphics cards, giving you easily check Q-Code event ...enabling technologies, DTS Neo:PC™ upmixes stereo sources (CDs, MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into the adjacent USB port, press the motherboard's dedicated Flash Log button and all ASUS Q-Code event logs for the current live session will be copied to easily run even the most demanding computer games for diverse...
Chapter 1 1.1.2 ASUS-exclusive workstation features PCI Express 3.0 for 4-Way CrossFireX™ and SLI® Support The motherboard provides PCI Express x16 slots for 4-Way AMD CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI® graphics cards, giving you easily check Q-Code event ...enabling technologies, DTS Neo:PC™ upmixes stereo sources (CDs, MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into the adjacent USB port, press the motherboard's dedicated Flash Log button and all ASUS Q-Code event logs for the current live session will be copied to easily run even the most demanding computer games for diverse...
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... ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. 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 wall socket before touching any component. • Before... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Z170-WS 1-3
... ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. 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 wall socket before touching any component. • Before... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Z170-WS 1-3
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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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...the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that you see any damage to .../ Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for other sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that all power cables...
...the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that you see any damage to .../ Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for other sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that all power cables...
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Chapter 1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Recommended memory configurations Z170-WS 1-7 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.
Chapter 1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Recommended memory configurations Z170-WS 1-7 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.
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...Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. c) For more on the motherboard. The stability and compatibility of 3GB system memory if you want to install 4... do any of the following: a) Use a maximum of the memory modules depend on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. com/kb/929605/en-us. • ...This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same ...
...Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. c) For more on the motherboard. The stability and compatibility of 3GB system memory if you want to install 4... do any of the following: a) Use a maximum of the memory modules depend on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. com/kb/929605/en-us. • ...This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same ...
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Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x4_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot Z170-WS 1-9 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 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x4_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot Z170-WS 1-9 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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... x8 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 better thermal environment. • We recommend you connect an EATX 12V1 cable when running CrossFireX™...
... x8 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 better thermal environment. • We recommend you connect an EATX 12V1 cable when running CrossFireX™...
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SMBUS Controller shared - - - - - - - Intel SATA Controller - - - - - - - PCIe x16_3 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - Intel xHCI shared - - - - - - - Z170-WS 1-11 Intel LAN2(I210) - - ASMedia 1142_1 shared - - - - - - PCIe x4_1 shared - - - - - - - Chapter 1 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 shared - - - - - - - HD Audio shared - - - - - - - shared Intel LAN1(i219) shared - - - - - - - PCIe x16_2 shared - - - - - - - PCIe x16_4 shared -...
SMBUS Controller shared - - - - - - - Intel SATA Controller - - - - - - - PCIe x16_3 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - Intel xHCI shared - - - - - - - Z170-WS 1-11 Intel LAN2(I210) - - ASMedia 1142_1 shared - - - - - - PCIe x4_1 shared - - - - - - - Chapter 1 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 shared - - - - - - - HD Audio shared - - - - - - - shared Intel LAN1(i219) shared - - - - - - - PCIe x16_2 shared - - - - - - - PCIe x16_4 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. 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 power up .... 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Reset button Press the reset button to enhance system performance. 1. The button also lights up the system. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system.
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. 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 power up .... 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Reset button Press the reset button to enhance system performance. 1. The button also lights up the system. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system.
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..., press the MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up when the DIMM is...asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to boot after turning on the computer. Z170-WS 1-13 3. button Installing DIMMs that you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with the motherboard...
..., press the MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up when the DIMM is...asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to boot after turning on the computer. Z170-WS 1-13 3. button Installing DIMMs that you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with the motherboard...
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...2_2 socket shares bandwidth with U.2 connector, and shares SATA ports with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can only support AHCI mode. • These SATA ports are set the ... creating a RAID set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. • ASMedia storage controller can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with SATA6G_12 when using these connectors and set using SATA mode. Z170-WS 1-25 If you use both connectors, the system automatically detects...
...2_2 socket shares bandwidth with U.2 connector, and shares SATA ports with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can only support AHCI mode. • These SATA ports are set the ... creating a RAID set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. • ASMedia storage controller can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with SATA6G_12 when using these connectors and set using SATA mode. Z170-WS 1-25 If you use both connectors, the system automatically detects...
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Chapter 1 2. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. U.2 3. The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage.
Chapter 1 2. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. U.2 3. The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage.