Motherboard PRIME H770-PLUS
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................................... iv About this guide........................................................................................................... v Package contents........................................................................................................ vi PRIME H770-PLUS specifications summary............................................................
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x PRIME H770-PLUS motherboard Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables Miscellaneous 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 Rubber Package 2 x Screw Packages for M.2 SSD Documentation 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
PRIME H770-PLUS specifications summary Intel® H770 Chipset M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) Storage M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. Ethernet Wireless & Bluetooth® 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet Vertical M.2 slot only (Key E, CNVi & PCIe)* * Wi-Fi module is sold separately. Rear USB (Total 8 ports) 3 x USB 3.
PRIME H770-PLUS specifications summary USB 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5G) headers support 4 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 3 additional USB 2.
PRIME H770-PLUS specifications summary Norton 360 Deluxe (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR UEFI BIOS Software Features ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode BIOS 192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS Manageability WOL by PME, PXE Operating System Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit Form Factor ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) • Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1 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 handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
1.2 Motherboard overview 5 4 6 1 4 2 24.4cm(9.6in) CPU_FAN AIO_PUMP DIGI+ VRM ATX_PWR DDR5 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 288-pin module) 2242 2260 U32G1_E34 AUDIO 2280 M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIE 4.0 X4 PCIEX1(G3)_1 SATA IRST X V 1st 30.5cm(12in) 8 CHA_FAN1 M.
2. DDR5 DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules. For more details, refer to System memory. 3. Expansion slots This motherboard supports three PCIe x16 graphics cards and two PCIe 3.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards or other cards that comply with the PCI Express specification. PCIe bifurcation & M.2 settings in PCIe x16 slot (from CPU) Quantity of identifiable M.
6. M.2 slots (Key M) The M.2 slots allow you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules. • Intel® 13th & 12th Gen Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) • Intel® H770 Chipset M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) 7.
11. Aura RGB headers The Aura RGB headers allow you to connect RGB LED strips. The Aura RGB headers support 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3m. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip.
15. S/PDIF Out header SPDIFOUT GND +5V SPDIF_OUT The S/PDIF Out header allows you to connect the Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) Out module. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 16. SPI TPM header This header supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system with a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), allowing you to securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
The add-on card is purchased separately. • Please visit the official website of your purchased addon card for more details on compatibility. The add-on card can only be used when installed to the PCIEX16(G4)_2 slot. Ensure to install your add-on card to the PCIEX16(G4)_2 slot. PRIME H770-PLUS PIN 1 RTD3_SW • FORCE_PWR CIO_PLUG_EVENT SLP_S3# SLP_S5# GND The Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header allows you to connect an add-on card that supports Intel®’s Thunderbolt™ Technology or USB4® function.
1.2.2 Rear panel connectors 6 7 1 2 3 2 8 9 4 10 5 11 1. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0 devices. 2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports. These Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices. 3. 2.5Gb Ethernet port. This port allows 2.5Gbps Ethernet connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table one the next page for the Ethernet port LED indications. Realtek 2.
10. Vertical M.2 slot (Key E). The vertical M.2 slot (Key E) allows you to install an M.2 Wi-Fi module. The M.2 Wi-Fi module is purchased separately. 11. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration 2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a LGA1700 socket designed for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ &12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on the LGA1700 socket.
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1.4 System memory This motherboard comes with four Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules.The figure illustrates the location of the DDR5 DIMM sockets: 1st DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 A DDR5 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, DDR3, or DDR4 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, DDR3, or DDR4 memory module to the DDR5 slot.
Installing a DIMM 2 1 3 To remove a DIMM B PRIME H770-PLUS A 1-13
1.5 M.2 installation 1 3 2 1 3 OPTIONAL 3 8 5 6 4 7 8 5 4 4 1-14 5 • Ensure to install the bundled M.2 rubber pad before installing your single sided M.2 storage device. • DO NOT install the bundled M.2 rubber pads when installing a double-sided M.2 storage device. The rubber pad installed by default is compatible with double sided M.2 storage devices. • The diagrams in this section is for reference only. • The M.2 storage devices are purchased separately.
BIOS and RAID Support 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 goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.
2.2 BIOS Setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey . To update the BIOS: • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.
2.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. Recovering the BIOS 1. Download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard from https://www.asus.com/support/. 2. Rename the BIOS file as ASUS.CAP or PH770P.CAP and copy the renamed BIOS file to a USB flash drive. 3.
2.5 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configuration. For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the code. RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks.
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