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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z170M-PLUS 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 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-10 1.6 Headers 1-12 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Onboard LED 1-23 1.9 Software support 1-24 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 My...
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z170M-PLUS 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 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-10 1.6 Headers 1-12 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Onboard LED 1-23 1.9 Software support 1-24 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 My...
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... 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at x4 mode) 2 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Z170M-PLUS motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 screw package Support DVD User Guide If any of the above items is subject to...
... 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at x4 mode) 2 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Z170M-PLUS motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 screw package Support DVD User Guide If any of the above items is subject to...
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... 14 support - 1 x SATA Express port (compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with up to guard the quality of CPU installed. ASUS Overvoltage ...Protection - In this setup, the system sets a higher priority for M.2 socket than the SATA Express connector. ** These functions work depending on SATA6G_2 connector only). ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 4+2+1 phase digital power design - ASUS LAN Guard - Short circuit damage prevention - Z170M-PLUS specifications summary Multi-GPU Support Audio Storage LAN USB ASUS Unique Features Supports...
... 14 support - 1 x SATA Express port (compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with up to guard the quality of CPU installed. ASUS Overvoltage ...Protection - In this setup, the system sets a higher priority for M.2 socket than the SATA Express connector. ** These functions work depending on SATA6G_2 connector only). ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 4+2+1 phase digital power design - ASUS LAN Guard - Short circuit damage prevention - Z170M-PLUS specifications summary Multi-GPU Support Audio Storage LAN USB ASUS Unique Features Supports...
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Z170M-PLUS specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS EPU - EPU PC Cleaner - Audio that roars on the next page) viii ASUSAI Suite 3 - Audio Features - Tuner - vCore: Adjustable CPU core voltage at 0.005V increment - iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage... go! - Media Streamer app for portable smart phone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 & Android 4.0 systems ASUS Exclusive Features - Featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS Ai Charger - vCCSA: Adjustable CPU System Agent Voltage at 0.005V increment - vPCH: 3-step Chipset ...
Z170M-PLUS specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS EPU - EPU PC Cleaner - Audio that roars on the next page) viii ASUSAI Suite 3 - Audio Features - Tuner - vCore: Adjustable CPU core voltage at 0.005V increment - iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage... go! - Media Streamer app for portable smart phone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 & Android 4.0 systems ASUS Exclusive Features - Featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS Ai Charger - vCCSA: Adjustable CPU System Agent Voltage at 0.005V increment - vPCH: 3-step Chipset ...
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...Z170M-PLUS specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from SATA Express) 1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector for both 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU... ports 3 x Audio jacks support 7.1-channel audio output* * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 8-channel audio output. 2 x USB 3.0 / 2.0 connector support additional 4 USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 / 1.1...
...Z170M-PLUS specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from SATA Express) 1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector for both 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU... ports 3 x Audio jacks support 7.1-channel audio output* * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 8-channel audio output. 2 x USB 3.0 / 2.0 connector support additional 4 USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 / 1.1...
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The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Z170M-PLUS PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT Z170M-PLUS Digital audio connector 9. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN 1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Insufficient air...PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Z170M-PLUS Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to a slot opening at the back of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction 8. Connect ...
The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Z170M-PLUS PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT Z170M-PLUS Digital audio connector 9. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN 1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Insufficient air...PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Z170M-PLUS Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to a slot opening at the back of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction 8. Connect ...
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... defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the CPU power voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.9 CPU SVID Support [Auto] Disabling SVID Support stops the processor from commmunicating with the external...support. Use the and keys to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. Changing the values in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this menu allow you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the best energy saving condition. ASUS Z170M-PLUS...
... defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the CPU power voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.9 CPU SVID Support [Auto] Disabling SVID Support stops the processor from commmunicating with the external...support. Use the and keys to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. Changing the values in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this menu allow you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the best energy saving condition. ASUS Z170M-PLUS...
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... [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Power Phase Response] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to adjust the value. CPU Graphics [Auto] This item affects the GT transient response speed and the component thermal production. Higher levels of the load-line calibration can get...power phase control of the CPU. CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component's phase. [T. Power Phase Response [Fast] This item allows you to set a faster phase response for extra power support. A higher value provides a...
... [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Power Phase Response] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to adjust the value. CPU Graphics [Auto] This item affects the GT transient response speed and the component thermal production. Higher levels of the load-line calibration can get...power phase control of the CPU. CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component's phase. [T. Power Phase Response [Fast] This item allows you to set a faster phase response for extra power support. A higher value provides a...
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...] Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] This item allows the CPU to be supported. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Boot Performance Mode [Auto] This item allows you to set to activate in the L2 cache, reduces the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z170M-PLUS 2-31 Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] When...
...] Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] This item allows the CPU to be supported. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Boot Performance Mode [Auto] This item allows you to set to activate in the L2 cache, reduces the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z170M-PLUS 2-31 Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] When...
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...] This item allows you set the a C-state support for the CPU package. Native ASPM [Disabled] [Enabled] Windows® Vista OS controls the ASPM (active state power management) support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for energy-saving conditions. PCI Express options DMI Link... Configuration options: [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] [Auto] 2-32 Chapter 2: Getting started Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to reduce power consumption when the system is in this menu allow you to [Enabled]. Enhanced C states [...
...] This item allows you set the a C-state support for the CPU package. Native ASPM [Disabled] [Enabled] Windows® Vista OS controls the ASPM (active state power management) support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for energy-saving conditions. PCI Express options DMI Link... Configuration options: [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] [Auto] 2-32 Chapter 2: Getting started Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to reduce power consumption when the system is in this menu allow you to [Enabled]. Enhanced C states [...
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Chassis Fan 1/2 Min. Configuration options: [On] [Off] 2-42 Chapter 2: Getting started The values range from 60% to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit, the chassis fan operates at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.6 Anti Surge Support [On] This item allows you to 75°C. The values range from 40°C to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the or keys to 100%. Chassis Fan 1/2 Lower Temperature [40] Use the or keys to adjust the chassis fans' lower temperature.
Chassis Fan 1/2 Min. Configuration options: [On] [Off] 2-42 Chapter 2: Getting started The values range from 60% to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit, the chassis fan operates at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.6 Anti Surge Support [On] This item allows you to 75°C. The values range from 40°C to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the or keys to 100%. Chassis Fan 1/2 Lower Temperature [40] Use the or keys to adjust the chassis fans' lower temperature.