Motherboard ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING
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Contents Safety information........................................................................................................ v About this guide.......................................................................................................... vi ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING specifications summary.......................................... viii Package contents........................................................................................................ xi Installation tools and components.
3.2.2 EZ Mode...................................................................................... 3-6 3.2.3 Q-Fan Control.............................................................................. 3-7 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard........................................................................ 3-9 3.3 My Favorites.............................................................................................. 3-10 3.4 Main menu.....................................................................
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 description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
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.
ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING specifications summary CPU AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors Supports AM4 socket 14nm CPU Chipset AMD X370 AMD Ryzen Processors -4xD IMM, max. 64GB, DDR4 3200 (O.C.) / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory* Memory AMD 7th Gen A-series/Athlon™ Processors -4xD IMM, max. 64GB, DDR4 2400 / 2133 MHz, non-ECC, unbuffered memory* Dual channel memory architecture * Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details.
ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING specifications summary AMD Ryzen / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (4 ports at back panel[blue]) AMD X370 chipset -1xU SB 3.1 front panel connector USB -6xU SB 3.0 ports (2 ports at back panel[blue], 4 ports at midboard) -4xU SB 2.0 ports (2 ports at back panel, 2 ports at mid-board) ASMedia® USB 3.1 controller - 2 x USB 3.
ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING specifications summary ASUS Q-Design - Q-Shield - Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - Q-Slot - Q-DIMM Gamer’s Guardian - SafeSlot - DIGI+ VRM Special Features - DRAM Overcurrent Protection - ESD Guards on LAN, Audio, KBMS and USB3.0/2.0 ports - Highly Durable Components - Stainless Steel Back I/O ASUS Exclusive Features - AURA Lighting Control - 3D Printing Friendly design - AI Suite 3 - AI Charger 1 x HDMI port 1 x DisplayPort 2 x USB 3.
ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING specifications summary BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Q-fan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.
Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4/AM3 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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 2 5 CPU_OPT AIO_PUMP USB12 DRAM_LED CPU_LED RGB_HEADER2 CPU_FAN EATX12V HDMI_DP ROG VGA_LED BOOT_DEVICE_LED EATXPWR DDR4 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 288-pin module) 1 USB3.1_C1 LAN_USB3.1_EA2 USB3.1_EC1 ASM 1142 DDR4 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 288-pin module) USB3_56 DDR4 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 288-pin module) SOCKET AM4 USB3_1-4 DDR4 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 288-pin module) 6 30.5cm(12in) Chapter 1 24.4cm(9.
Layout contents ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING Page 1-16 Chapter 1 Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) 2. CPU, CPU optional, water pump+, AIO pump, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin W_PUMP+; 4-pin AIO_PUMP; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3) 3. AM4 CPU socket 4. RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) 5. DDR4 DIMM slots 6. Q LEDs (BOOT, VGA, DRAM, CPU) 7. USB 3.1 front panel connector (USB3.1_C1) 8. M.2 Socket 3 9. AMD Serial ATA 6.
1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for AMD Ryzen / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ processors up to 8-core. Chapter 1 strix x370-F GAMING STRIX X370-F GAMING CPU socket AM4 The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
Chapter 1 Recommended memory configurations Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered 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 Chapter 1 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 strix x370-F GAMING PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX16_3 Slot No. 1-6 Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot 5 PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot 6 PCIe 2.
AMD Ryzen Processors PCIe operating mode PCIe 3.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 Single VGA/PCIe card x16 N/A Dual VGA/PCIe card x8 x8 Chapter 1 VGA Configuration AMD 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors VGA Configuration PCIe operating mode PCIe 3.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 Single VGA/PCIe card x8 N/A N/A Dual VGA/PCIe card x8 N/A x4 (PCI Express 2.0) • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX or SLI® mode.
1.1.6 1. Onboard LEDs Q LEDs (BOOT, VGA, DRAM, CPU) Chapter 1 Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. ROG strix x370-F GAMING STRIX X370-F GAMING CPU/DRAM/BOOT_DEVICE/VGA LED The order which the LEDs light up may vary per CPU. 2.
1.1.7 1. Headers Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) Chapter 1 This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system setup information such as date, time, and system passwords. +3V_BAT GND CLRTC strix x370-F GAMING PIN 1 STRIX X370-F GAMING Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4.
1.1.8 1. Internal connectors Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR Chapter 1 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.
3. AMD Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-8) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.
4. USB 3.1 front panel connector (USB3.1_EC1) Chapter 1 This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 module for additional USB 3.1 ports. The latest USB 3.1 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. The next-generation standard is completely backward-compatible with your existing USB devices. USB3.1_C1 strix x370-F GAMING VBUS TX2+ TX2GND RX2+ RX2GND DD+ CC2 SBU2 SBU1 CC1 VBUS RX1RX1+ GND TX1TX1+ VBUS STRIX X370-F GAMING USB3.1 front panel connector 5. USB 3.
6. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB34) Chapter 1 This connector is for a USB 2.0 port. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. USB+5V USB_P3USB_P3+ GND NC USB34 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P4USB_P4+ GND strix x370-F GAMING STRIX X370-F GAMING USB2.0 connector Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL strix x370-F GAMING +HDD_LED- SPEAKER RESET PLED- PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LEDGND RSTCON# NC PLED+ PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND PWR_SW +5V GND GND Speaker Chapter 1 +PWR_LED- +PWR_LED- * Requires an ATX power supply STRIX X370-F GAMING System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED.
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10. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) 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.
11. RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) Chapter 1 These connectors are for RGB LED strips. RGB_HEADER2 B R G +12V PIN 1 strix x370-F GAMING RGB_HEADER1 PIN 1 +12V G R B STRIX X370-F GAMING RGB headers 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.
12. M.2 Socket 3 This socket allows you to install M.2 SSD modules. Chapter 1 M.2(SOCKET3) 22110 2280 2260 2242 strix x370-F GAMING STRIX X370-F GAMING M.2(SOCKET3) • For AMD Ryzen processors, the M.2(SOCKET3) supports PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices. • For AMD 7th Generation A-series/Athlon™ processors, the M.2(SOCKET3) supports SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices. The M.
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 (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 strix x370-F GAMING DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
2.1.2 CPU installation The AMD AM4 socket is compatible with AMD AM4 processors. Ensure 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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2.1.5 ATX power connection A B Chapter 2 OR Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.
2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install the front panel connector To install USB 3.1 connector USB 3.1 Chapter 2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 3.0 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.0 USB 2.
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2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard.
2.1.10 3D printing part installation Installing the 3D printing part onto the 3D Mount A 3D printing part may be installed onto your motherboard into the 3D Mount shown in the illustration below. strix x370-F GAMING Chapter 2 3D Mount STRIX X370-F GAMING 3D Printing Mount For more details regarding the installation of the 3D printing part on your motherboard, please refer to the product page of your motherboard on the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2. DisplayPort USB 3.0 ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 3. USB 3.0 ports 1~6 4. LAN (RJ-45) port* 5. Audio I/O ports** 6. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 7. USB 3.1 Type-C port EC1 8. USB 3.1 Type-A port EA2 9. HDMI port * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.
** Audio 2, 4, 6 or 8-channel configuration Port 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In – 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 Chapter 2 Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In – – ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 2-13
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Connect to 4 Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 6 Speakers Connect to 8 Speakers ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 2-15
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: 6. a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c.
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 Advanced Mode By default, the Advanced Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. 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 access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press . The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed.
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. Main For changing the basic system configuration 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.
3.2.2 EZ Mode 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 switch from Advanced Mode to EZ Mode, click EZ Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. Displays the system properties of the selected mode.
3.2.3 Q-Fan 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).
3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. OC setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING from the BIOS screen to open Chapter 3 1.
4. Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I’m not sure, then click Next. 5. After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to start the OC Tuning. 3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 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: 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 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.
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.
TPU This item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. Ensure to use water cooling device before selecting [TPU II]. 3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
3.6.3 NB Configuration NB Configuration function is not support when using an AMD Ryzen processor. IGFX Multi-Monitor Enables or disables the Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor support for add-on VGA devices. And the memory size of Internal Graphics Device will keep memory reserved. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The IGFX Multi-Monitor item must be enabled before using AMD Dual Graphics technology. Primary Video Device Selects the primary display device.
Hot Plug These items allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.5 Onboard Devices Configuration The items in this menu allow you to switch between PCIe Lanes and configure onboard devices. HD Audio Controller This item allows you to use the Azalia High Definition Audio Controller Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PCIEX16_3 4X-2X Switch This item allows you to set the PCIEX16_3 Mode.
3.6.6 APM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set system wake and sleep settings. ErP Ready [Disabled] This item allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options are switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable(S4+S5)] [Enable(S5)] Restore On AC Power Loss This item allows your system to go to ON state, OFF state, or both states after an AC power loss.
3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Q-Fan Configuration The subitems in this menu allow you to configure the Q-Fan features. Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. 3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Fast Boot [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed.
The following items appear only when you set the Launch CSM to [Enabled]. Boot Devices Control [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] This item allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot. Configuration options: [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] [Legacy OPROM only] [UEFI only] Boot from Network Devices [Legacy only] This item allows you to select the type of network devices that you want to launch.
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. 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. For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. 3.9.
Status definition: 3.9.3 • Frozen. The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure. The BIOS guards drives that do not have password protection by freezing them prior to booting. If the drive is frozen, a power off or hard reset of your PC must be performed to proceed with the Secure Erase. • Locked. SSDs might be locked if the Secure Erase process is either incomplete or was stopped. This may be due to a third party software that uses a different password defined by ASUS.
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.
3.11.2 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 3-22 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.
Chapter 4: RAID Support RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4 The motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 solution. 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. 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4.2.
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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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Appendix DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Asus Computer International Responsible Party Name: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Address: Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.