Motherboard PRIME X370-PRO
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Contents Safety information........................................................................................................ v About this guide.......................................................................................................... vi PRIME X370-PRO specifications summary............................................................ viii Package contents.......................................................................................................
3.4 Main menu................................................................................................. 3-11 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu....................................................................................... 3-11 3.6 Advanced menu........................................................................................ 3-17 3.6.1 CPU Configuration..................................................................... 3-17 3.6.2 NB Configuration.............................................
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: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. 2.
Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
PRIME X370-PRO specifications summary AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen™/7th Generation A-series/Athlon™ Processorss CPU Supports CPU up to 8 cores* * Due to CPU limitation, CPU cores supported varies by processor. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD CPU support list. Chipset AMD X370 Chipset AMD Ryzen™ Processors 4 x DIMM, max. 64GB DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz, ECC and non-ECC, unbuffered memory AMD 7th Generation A-series/Athlon™ Processors Memory 4 x DIMM, max.
PRIME X370-PRO specifications summary LAN Intel® I211AT Gigabit LAN Realtek® S1220A 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduces multi-lateral interference - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals Audio - Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity - Supports jack-detection, m
PRIME X370-PRO specifications summary EZ DIY UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Connector Special Features: ASUS SafeSlot - Protect your graphics card Investment ASUS 5X Protection III - ASUS SafeSlot Core - Fortified PCIe with solid soldering - ASUS LANGuard - Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges! ASUS Spe
PRIME X370-PRO specifications summary 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x Intel LAN (RJ45) port Back Panel I/O Ports 2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port (teal blue, Type A) 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 port (Type C) 5x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, Type A) 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Audio Jacks(Line in,Front Speaker Out,Mic in,Center/Subwoofer,Rear Speaker Out) 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 front panel connector 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: Motherboard 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables ASUS PRIME X370-PRO motherboard 1 x Q-Connector 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M) nual User Ma 1 x User Manual xii 1 x Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
Installation tools and components AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4 compatible CPU Fan PC chassis Power supply unit SATA optical disc drive (optional) SATA hard disk drive 1 bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver DIMM Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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Product Introduction Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 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.
1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 5 2 6 Chapter 1 24.4cm(9.6in) KBMS EATX12V CPU_FAN CPU_OPT DIGI +VRM EPU 2280 2260 30.5cm(12in) USB3.1_C1 RGB_HEADER CHA_FAN1 22110 128Mb BIOS 1 7 M.2(SOCKET3) Intel® I211AT AIO_PUMP AUDIO LANGuard LAN_USB3_34 EATXPWR ASM 1143 DDR4 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 288-pin module) USB3_5 USB3.
Layout contents ASUS PRIME X370-PRO Page 1-14 1-4 Chapter 1 Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) 2. CPU, CPU optional, AIO pump, W_pump+, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin AIO_PUMP; 4-pin W_PUMP+; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2) 3. RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) 4. M.2 socket 3 5. AM4 socket 6. DDR4 DIMM slots 7. USB 3.1 connector (20 pin USB3.1_C1) 8.
1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ /7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors. Chapter 1 PRIME X370-PRO PRIME X370-PRO CPU socket AM4 The AM4 socket has a different pinout from the AM3+/FM2+/FM2 socket. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 1.1.
Chapter 1 Recommended memory configurations Memory configurations You may install 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB and 16 GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 PCIEX16_1 PRIME X370-PRO PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 BATTERY PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX16_3 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot 2 PCIE 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 PCIE 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot 5 PCIE 2.0 x1_3 slot 6 PCIE 2.0 x16_3 slot PCI Express 3.
Due to CPU limitation, PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 working at @x16 or x8 varies by processor when using one graphics card. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. Chapter 1 • IRQ assignments for this motherboard For AMD 7th Generation A-series/Athlon™ Processors PCIe x16_1 PCIe x16_2 PCIe x16_3 PCIe x1_1 PCIe x1_2 PCIe x1_3 M.
1.1.6 1. Jumpers and Headers Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) Chapter 1 This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. CLRTC VDD_RTC GND PRIME X370-PRO PIN 1 PRIME X370-PRO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1.
2. RGB Header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) Chapter 1 This connector is for RGB LED strips. RGB_HEADER B R G +12V PIN 1 PRIME X370-PRO PRIME X370-PRO RGB_HEADER connector The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. 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.
1.1.7 Internal connectors 1. Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; SATA 6G_34; SATA 6G_56; SATA 6G_78) Chapter 1 These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD X370 chipset.
2. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Chapter 1 SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
4. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) Chapter 1 This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0.
6. CPU, CPU optional, AIO pump, W_Pump, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin AIO_PUMP; 4-pin W_PUMP+; 4-pin CHA_FAN12) A Chapter 1 Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
7. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) A B A B EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC Chapter 1 These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PRIME X370-PRO +HDD_LED- +5V GND GND Speaker SPEAKER RESET PLED- PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LEDGND RSTCON# NC PLED+ PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND PWR_SW Chapter 1 PANEL +PWR_LED- +PWR_LED- * Requires an ATX power supply PRIME X370-PRO System panel connector • System power LED (4-pin +PWR_LED-) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.
9. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) Chapter 1 This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. F_CLKRUN F_SERIRQ F_FRAME# F_LAD3 F_LAD2 F_LAD1 F_LAD0 TPM GND C_PCICLK_TPM +3V +3V PRIME X370-PRO +3VSB S_PCIRST#_TBD PIN 1 PRIME X370-PRO TPM connector The TPM module is purchased separately. 10.
11. M.2 socket (M.2(Socket 3)) Chapter 1 These sockets allow you to install a M.2 SSD module. M.2(SOCKET3) PRIME X370-PRO 22110 2280 2260 2242 PRIME X370-PRO M.2(SOCKET3) • M.2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe and SATA storage devices. • Due to CPU limitation, M.2 working at @PCIe 3.0 x4 or x2 varies by processors. The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 12.
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Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 Motherboard installation Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 1.
3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 SATA6G_12 SATA6G_34 SATA6G_56 SATA6G_78 PRIME X370-PRO DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
2.1.2 CPU installation • Unplug all the power cables before installing the CPU. • Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
Type 2 2 Chapter 2 1 3 When using this type of CPU fan, remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom.
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ATX power connection Chapter 2 2.1.5 Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.
2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.
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2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard.
2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 2 3 3 9 8 4 5 6 3 7 Chapter 2 1 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 6. Audio I/O ports** 2. DisplayPort 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 3. USB 3.0 port 5 8. USB 3.0 Type-C port C7 4. USB 3.1 Type-A ports E12 9. HDMI 1.4b port 5. Intel® LAN port* * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. • USB 3.1/3.
** Audio 2, 4, 6 or 8-channel configuration 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In – Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In – Black – Rear Speaker Out Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Port 2.2.
Connect to 2 Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers ASUS PRIME X370-PRO 2-13
Connect to 8 Speakers Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
2.3 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. 5. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c.
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Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 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.
3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen 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.
3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for the advanced BIOS settings. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details.
3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press the hotkey.
Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration. For changing the basic system configuration Main Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings.
Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen.
3.2.3 QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans.
Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: Chapter 3 3-8 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’ operating speed. 3. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC).
3.3 My Favorites Chapter 3 My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items.
Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: from the BIOS screen to open 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel Delete all favorite items Recover to default favorite items 3. Select an item from main menu panel, then click the submenu that you want to save as or press on your keyboard.
3.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. 3.5 • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.1.
Memory Frequency The configuration options displayed vary depending on the CPU installed. This item allows you to set the memory operating frequency. The configurable options vary with the BCLK (base clock) frequency setting. Select the auto mode to apply the optimized setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-1333MHz] - [DDR4-3200MHz] APU Multiplier [Auto] This item appears only when you install an AMD 7th Generation A-series/AthlonTM processor.
Ensure to use water cooling device before selecting [TPU II]. DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press . Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings.
The following item appears only when you set the VDDCR CPU Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed VDDCR CPU Switching Frequency (KHz) [300] This item allows you to set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 300KHz to 600KHz with a 50KHz interval. VRM Spread Spectrum [Off] Enable this item to reduce the peak noise or disable it when overclocking. Configuration options: [On] [Off] VDDCR CPU Power Duty Control [T.
VDDCR SOC Switching Frequency [Auto] The switching frequency will affect the GT transient response speed and the component thermal production. Select [Manual] to configure a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. The following item appears only when you set the VDDCR SOC Switching Frequency to [Manual].
VDDCR CPU Offset Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VDDCR CPU Offset Voltage. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.00625V to 0.50000V with a 0.00625V interval. VDDCR SOC Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VDDCR SOC Voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Offset]. VDDCR SOC Voltage Override [Auto] This item appears only when you set VDDCR SOC Voltage to [Manual] and allows you to set the CPU Core Voltage override. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value.
VPP_MEM Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the voltage for the VPP_MEM voltage. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 2.500V to 2.800V with a 0.005V interval. VDDP Standby Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the voltage for the VDDP standby voltage. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.05V to 1.2V with a 0.005V interval when using an AMD 7th generation A-series/AthlonTM Processor; from 0.9V to 1.05V with a 0.
Bank Interleaving [Enabled] Enables or disables the bank memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Channel Interleaving [Enabled] Enables or disables the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Core Leveling Mode [Automatic mode] Allows you to change the number of Compute Units on the system. Configuration options: [Automatic mode] [One core per processor] [One Compute Unit] [One core per Compute Unit] 3.6.
SMART Self Test SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitoring system that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. Configuration options: [On] [Off] SATA6G_1~8 Hot-Plug [Enabled] Allows you to enable/disable the SATA6G_1~8 hot-plug port(s). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.4 Onboard Devices Configuration The items in this menu allow you to switch between PCIe Lanes and configure onboard devices.
Serial Port Configuration The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the serial port configuration. Serial Port [On] Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).Configuration options: [On] [Off] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] This item appears only when you set the Serial Port to [On] and allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] 3.6.
3.6.7 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. NVM Express devices do not support SMART information. 3.6.8 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Auto] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup.
3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Qfan Configuration Q-Fan Tuning Click [OK] button to detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty circle for each fan. Do not shut down or reset your system during the tuning progress. Configuration options: [Ok] [Cancel] CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Auto] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control for 4-pin CPU fan. [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.
CPU Lower Temperature [40] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the CPU fan’s lower temperature. The values range from 0°C to 75°C. CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Chassis Fan(s) Configuration Chassis Fan1/2 Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Disabled] Disables the chassis Q-Fan control feature.
Chassis Fan 1/2 Middle Temperature [45] Use the <+> or <-> keys to set the value for Chassis Fan Middle Temperature. Chassis Fan 1/2 Middle Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the chassis fan middle duty cycle. The values range from 60% to 100%. Chassis Fan 1/2 Lower Temperature [40] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the chassis fans’ lower temperature. The values range from 40°C to 75°C. Chassis Fan 1/2 Min.
3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabled]. Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss.
This item allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by the option ROMs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] T his item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility.
[Other OS] Get the optimized function when booting on Windows® non-UEFI mode. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. Key Management This allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys. Install Default Secure Boot keys This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys. Save Secure Boot Keys This item allows you to save the PK (Platform Keys) to a USB storage device. PK Management The Platform Key (PK) locks and secures the firmware from any non-permissible changes.
Allows you to load the downloaded db from a USB storage device. Append Key Allows you to load the additional db from a storage device so that more images can be loaded securely. The db file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. DBX Management DBX Management Delete Key Allows you to delete the dbx file from your system. Set New Key Allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device.
3.9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. Setup Animator This item allows you to enable or disable the Setup animator. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice.
3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select OK to load the default values.
3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.
3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. Updating through the Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet. To update the BIOS by USB: Chapter 3 3-32 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2.
• This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.
3.11.3 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 the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.
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Chapter 4: RAID Support RAID Support 4.1 AMD RAID Array configurations 4 The motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 configuraions. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, you have to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation. Refer to section 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk for details. 4.1.
4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect the SATA signal cables. 3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. 4.1.
Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility > Array Management, select Create Array and press . The following screen appears: 2. When the RAID Level item is selected, press to select the RAID level to create, and then press . 3. Under Select Physical Disks, press . The following screen appears. Chapter 4 You can select SATA, SSD or both.
4. When return to the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility menu, select the Array Size and other detailed policies, press . Save changes when finish. You can specify the array size to be created. Choosing the value 0 will set the maximum supported array size when a valid configuration is selected. Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1.
2. Select On to confirm your choice and then select Yes to delete the RAID Array and return to the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility menu, or select No to cancel. 4.1.4 AMD RAID Array configuration in Option ROM utility To enter the AMD RAID Array configuration Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST, press + to display the utility main menu. AMD-RAID Array Configuration (Build : 8.1.
The navigation keys at the lower right corner of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select Create Array and press . The following screen appears. Press to select Disks to use.
2. Press the arrow keys to select a RAID level to create, and then press . AMD-RAID Array Configuration (Build : 8.1.0-00026) RAID 0: Stripe set - distributes space accross disks fo higher performance Arrays Disks 0-02,119GB,Ready 1-03,255GB,Ready 2-05,255cb,Ready Create Array Disks: 0.1.2 Type: RAID0 User Input Select Array Type to create RAID10N RAID1N RAID0 Volume RAIDABLE 3.
4. Press the arrow keys to select a caching mode to create, and then press . AMD-RAID Array Configuration (Build : 8.1.0-00026) Read and Write-back Caching. (Some data may be lost in a crash) Arrays Disks 0-02,119GB,Ready 1-03,255GB,Ready 2-05,255cb,Ready Create Array Disks: 0.1.2 Type: RAID0 Total Size: 358GB Caching Mode: Read/Write User Input Select caching Mode Read/Write Read Only None 5.
Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select Delete Array(s) and press . The following screen appears: AMD-RAID Array Configuration (Build : 8.1.
4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® To install the RAID driver for Windows® OS: 1. During the OS installation, click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation media containing the RAID driver. 2. Insert the supported USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port, and then click Browse. 3.
Appendix Appendix Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Appendix Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s).
REACH Appendix Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
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