Motherboard SABERTOOTH Z170 S
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................................... vi About this guide......................................................................................................... vii SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary...................................................... ix Package contents......................................................................................................
2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections.............................................. 2-16 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection................................................................... 2-16 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections................................................................ 2-18 2.4 Starting up for the first time..................................................................... 2-20 2.5 Turning off the computer.........................................................................
3.11 Updating BIOS........................................................................................... 3-55 3.11.1 EZ Update.................................................................................. 3-55 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3....................................................................... 3-56 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3........................................................... 3-58 Chapter 4: Software Support 4.1 Installing an operating system.............................
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.
SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary LGA1151 socket for 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors Supports 14nm CPU CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The support of these features depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the complete CPU support list. Chipset Intel® Z170 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max.
SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary Intel® Z170 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 14 support* -2xS ATA Express ports (compatible with 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) -1xM .2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)** Storage - 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (4 from SATA Express) - Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology*** * Supports PCIE RAID configurations via onboard M.2 and PCIEX16_3 slot storages. ** The M.
SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary “Ultimate COOL!” Thermal Solution - TUF Thermal Radar 2 - TUF ICe “TUF ENGINE!” Power Design - 8+4 Digital Phase Power Design Exclusive TUF Features - TUF Components (10K Ti-Cap, TUF Alloy Chokes & MOSFET; certified by military-standard) - ASUS DIGI+ Power Control Utility “Safe & Stable!” Guardian Angel - TUF Detective 2 - TUF ESD Guards 2 - TUF LANGuard - MemOK! - USB 3.1 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.
SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x TUF Detective USB port 1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button 1 x Optical S/PDIF out Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x LAN (RJ45) ports 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (teal blue, Type A) 1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (Type C) 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, one port can be switched to USB BIOS Flashback) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel Audio I/O ports (5 x Audio jacks) 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.
SABERTOOTH Z170 S specifications summary BIOS Features 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 3.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: nual User Ma ASUS SABERTOOTH Z170 S motherboard Technical documentations, certification and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector (7 cm) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x M.2 screws set 1 x back I/O dust frame 1 x back I/O dust grid xiv • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Installation tools and components Graphics card (optional) Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel® LGA1151 CPU Intel® LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) 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 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: LGA1151 socket for the 6th Generation Intel® Core™ 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 the LGA1151 package. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR4 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.
PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 Support With a 4x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, the M.2 can support up to 32 Gbit/s of data transfer speed. It is a perfect choice for the operating system or application drive, making your system and its installed apps work in a faster pace. Chapter 1 Complete USB 3.1 integration This motherboard has the latest USB 3.1 connectivity built in with dual Type-A ports for the very fastest USB data transfers — that’s up to 10Gb/s, or twice as fast as USB 3.0.
1.1.3 “TUF Engine” Power Design Digital Power Control Chapter 1 ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM, DRAM, and CPU Voltage controllers. These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for optimal system efficiency, stability and performance. TUF Components (Choke, 10K Ti-Cap. & MOSFET; certified by militarystandard) The motherboard’s TUF components features military-standard robust TUF new chokes, titanium solid state capacitors, and MOSFETS.
1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Chapter 1 ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more flexibility, convenience, and easy to navigate UEFI BIOS than the traditional BIOS versions. It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than 2.2 TB.
1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features USB BIOS Flashback Chapter 1 USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your ultimate convenience. Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. It also allows you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically.
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. 1-6 • 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.
Motherboard layout Chapter 1 1.2.2 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.
Layout contents Chapter 1 1-8 Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, assistant fan, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_ FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-6; 4-pin ASST_FAN1; 3-pin ASST FAN2) 3. LGA1151 CPU socket 4. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. MemOK! button 6. Thermal Sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1; T-SENSOR2; T-SENSOR3) 7. USB 3.
1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) Chapter 1 The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for other sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Chapter 1 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.
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.
1.2.5 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 Slot No. 1-12 Slot Description 1 PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot 3 PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot 5 PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_3 slot 6 PCIE 3.0/2.
PCI Express 3.0 operating mode Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 x16 (single VGA recommended) N/A x8 x8 Chapter 1 VGA configuration • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-6 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.
1.2.6 1. Onboard buttons MemOK! button Chapter 1 Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously. Press and hold the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. 1-14 • Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up when the DIMM is not properly installed.
1.2.7 1. Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (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. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2.
2. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) Chapter 1 The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2.
1.2.8 1. Onboard LEDs POST State LEDs 2. Chapter 1 The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. Standby Power LED (SBPWR) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode.
1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_56 [black]; SATAEXPRESS12 [gray]) ® Chapter 1 These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 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, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. 1-18 • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default.
2. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_34) Chapter 1 These connectors allow 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. The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately.
3. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. 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. Chapter 1 The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 4.
5. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; USB1314) Chapter 1 These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 48 MBps connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
6. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, assistant fan, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-6; 4-pin ASST_FAN1; 3-pin ASST_FAN2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 1 1-22 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
7. Front panel audio connector (10- pin AAFP) Chapter 1 This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
8. 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. Chapter 1 1-24 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W.
9. System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) Chapter 1 This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED.
10. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Chapter 1 11. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function.
12. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) Chapter 1 This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel®’s Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. The add-on Thunderbolt I/O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately. 13. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module.
Chapter 1 1-28 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2.1.1 IO Cover installation 2 The SABERTOOTH Z170 S motherboard package can be installed with a 40 mm assistant fan for additional cooling solution and better airflow. To install the 40 mm assistant fan: Locate and remove the screw on the back I/O (A) then remove the back I/O fan cover lid (B). Keep the screws for later use. 2.
4. Align and insert the cover lid and the assistant fan assembly into the IO Cover and secure it with the screw that you removed in step 1. Ensure to tuck the fan cable inside the cable corner slot. 5. Connect the fan cable connector to the assistant fan (ASST_FAN1) header on the motherboard. Chapter 2 Fan cable corner slot 6. Launch the Thermal Radar 2 utility on your computer to adjust the fan’s behavior. For more information about the Thermal Radar 2 utility, refer to Chapter 4: Software Support.
2.1.2 Motherboard installation 1. Match and align four (4) holes of the back I/O dust grid and four (4) fasteners of the back I/O dust frame then attach the dust grid to the dust frame. 2. Match and align the four (4) fasteners of the back I/O dust frame and grid assembly to the four (4) circular holes on the back I/O fan vent of the I/O shield then push to fasten the back I/O dust grid into the I/O shield with the back I/O dust frame. Chapter 2 The diagrams in this section are for reference only.
Chapter 2 2-4 4. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. 5. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
Chapter 2 DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
2.1.3 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket.
Chapter 2 Top of CPU • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. DO NOT damage or bend the CPU Installation Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool.
2.1.4 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.
Chapter 2 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly SABERTOOTH Z170 S 2-9
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2.1.8 Front I/O Connector To install USB 2.0 connector Chapter 2 To install ASUS Q-Connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.
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2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port, press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds, and the BIOS is updated automatically. To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Place the bundled support DVD to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. 2.
2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 7. USB 3.0 ports 56 (supports USB 3.0 Boost, bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 8. USB Type-C port (supports USB 3.1 Boost) 9. USB 3.1 port (supports USB 3.1 Boost) Intel LAN port* 10. Optical S/PDIF Out port USB BIOS Flashback button 11. Audio I/O ports** 1. USB 2.0 ports 7-10 2. TUF Detective port (supports TUF Detective 2 only) 3. DisplayPort 4. 5. 6.
• USB 3.1/3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to ports with matching data transfer rate. Please connect your USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports and your USB 3.1 devices to USB 3.1 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. • All USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility.
2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Chapter 2 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.
Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.
2.4 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 during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
3.2.1 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 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. Displays the system properties of the selected mode.
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 or press 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: Quick Note (F9) This button above the menu bar allows you to key in notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy, and paste. • You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes.
3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The Q-Fan 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 Chapter 3 To configure your fans: 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. You can also set RAID in your system using this feature. RAID setup Chapter 3 OC setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. 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.
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. Creating RAID To create RAID: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. 2. Click RAID then click Next. 3. from the BIOS screen to open • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA connectors.
Select the type of storage for your RAID, Easy Backup or Super Speed, then click Next. a. For Easy Backup, click Next then select from Easy Backup (RAID1) or Easy Backup (RAID10). Chapter 3 4. You can only select Easy Backup (RAID 10) if you connect four (4) HDDs. b. For Super Speed, click Next then select from Super Speed (RAID0) or Super Speed (RAID5). 5. After selecting the type of RAID, click Next then click Yes to continue the RAID setup. 6.
3.3 My Favorites 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. Chapter 3 3-14 • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.2.
Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1.
3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items.
When the Ai Overclock Tuner is set to [Manual] or [XMP], the following items appear. BCLK Frequency [100] This item allows you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value. The values range from 40.0 MHz to 650.0 MHz. When Ai Overclock Tuner is set to [XMP], the XMP mode supported by the installed memory module is displayed.
DRAM Odd ratio Mode [Enabled] This item allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the odd ratio to provide better granularity. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Frequency [Auto] 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.
Channel A DIMM Control [Enable Both DIMMS] Allows you to enable or disable the Channel A DIMM slots. Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Channel B DIMM Control [Enable Both DIMMS] Allows you to enable or disable the Channel B DIMM slots. Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] MCH Full Check [Auto] Enable this item to enhance the stability of your system.
CPU VRM Switching Frequency [Auto] This item affects the VRM 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 CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual].
CPU Power Thermal Control [115] Higher temperature provides a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. Configuration options: [115] - [136] DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored DRAM Current Capability [100%] This item provides a total power range for DRAM overclocking. A higher value setting provides higher power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously.
CPU System Agent Boot Voltage [Auto] The voltage for CPU System Agent at initial boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.7000] - [1.8000] CPU VCCIO Boot Voltage [Auto] The voltage for CPU VCCIO at initial boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.7000] - [1.8000] CPU Standby Boot Voltage [Auto] The voltage for CPU Standby at initial boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.7000] - [2.2000] Internal CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features.
IA DC Load Line [Auto] This item allows you to set the DC loadline defined in 1/100 mOhms. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.01] - [62.49] Tweaker’s Paradise FCLK Frequency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal (800MHz)] [1 GHz] [400MHz] Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to set the initial BCLK (base clock) frequency to start overclocking from the assigned BCLK frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [40.0 MHz] – [650.
Max. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the maximum possible CPU cache ratio. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [8] - [33] Extreme Over-voltage [Disabled] Enable this item to allow higher voltages for overclocking, but the CPU lifetime will not be guaranteed Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] This item can only be enabled when the onboard CPU_OV jumper is switched on.
Offset Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU core voltage offset value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.001] - [0.999] DRAM Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1.000] - [2.000] CPU VCCIO Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.700] - [1.800] CPU System Agent Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.700] - [1.800] PCH Core Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.700] - [1.800] CPU Standby Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [1.
3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Chapter 3 The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed.
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetcher [Enabled] This item allows the mid level cache (L2) to prefetch adjacent cache lines, reducing the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Boot Performance Mode [Auto] This item allows you to select the CPU performance state during system boot before the operating system takes control. The CPU runs at a selected performance ratio based on CPU configuration.
This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [CPU C7] [CPU C7s] CPU C8 Report [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C8 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Package C State Limit [Auto] This item allows you to set the a C-state limit for the CPU package.
PCH - PCI Express DMI Link ASPM Control [Disabled] This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management on both NB (NorthBridge) side and SB (SouthBridge) side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions.
iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] This item allows you to enable the iGPU Multi-Monitor. The iGPU shared system memory size is fixed 64 MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DMI/OPI Configuration This item allows you to control various DMI (direct media interface) functions. DMI Max Link Speed [Auto] Set this item to [Enabled] to set DMI speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] PEG Port Configuration This item allows you to configure the PEG Port settings.
3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Hyper kit Mode [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable M.2 devices. Enable this option for “ASUS Hyper kit” card.
SATA Express_1 PCIE Storage RAID Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable PCIE port to SATA for RAID Remapping. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PCIEX16_3 PCIE Storage RAID Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable PCIE port to SATA for RAID Remapping.
The Mass Storage Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Your system supports the USB devices in legacy operating systems. [Disabled] Your USB devices can be used for BIOS setup only and cannot be recognized in the boot devices list. [Auto] Your system automatically detects the presence of USB devices at startup. If any USB devices are detected, the legacy USB support is enabled.
3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to use the Azalia High Definition Audio Controller Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller to [Enabled].
Asmedia USB 3.1 Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the Intel® USB 3.1 controller of your system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Asmedia USB 3.1 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the ASMedia USB 3.1 Battery Charging Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB Type C Power Switch [Auto] [Auto] The system will automatically detect your USB Type C devices and provide suitable power if needed.
Power On By PCI-E/PCI [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Wake-on-LAN function of the onboard LAN controller or other installed PCI-E LAN cards. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By RTC [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC (Real-Time Clock) to generate a wake event and configure the RTC alarm date. When enabled, you can set the days, hours, minutes, or seconds to schedule an RTC alarm date. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.
3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 Thermal Radar Temperature / CPU Temperature / EXT_SENSOR1-3 Temperature [xxx°C/xxx°F] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, thermal radar, and EXT_SENSOR1-3 temperatures. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.
Qfan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Auto] Detect the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the mode control. [PWM Mode] Enable the CPU Q-Fan control feature in PWM mode for 4-pin CPU fan. [DC Mode] Enable the CPU Q-Fan control feature in DC mode for 3-pin CPU fan. [Disabled] Disable the Q-Fan control.
CPU Fan Middle. Duty Cycle (%) [20] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle. CPU Lower Temperature [20] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the lower limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. The CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle when the temperature is lower than the limit. CPU Fan Min.
Chassis Fan 1-6 Profile [Standard] This item allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.
Asst. Fan(s) Configuration ASST Fan 1-2 Q-Fan Control [DC Mode] [Disabled] Disable the Assistant Fan Q-Fan control feature. [DC mode] Enable the Assistant Fan Q-Fan control in DC mode for 3-pin chassis fan. [PWM mode] Enable the Assistant Fan Q-Fan control in PWM mode for 4-pin chassis fan. ASST Fan 1-2 Q-Fan Source [CPU] The assignment fan will be controlled according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] [PCH Core] [VCORE] [VCORE(BACK)] [DRAM] [PCH] [USB3.
ASST Fan 1-2 Lower Temperature [40] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the lower limit of the Assistant Fan 1-2 temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. The Assistant Fan 1-2 will operate at the minimum duty cycle when the temperature is lower than the limit. ASST Fan 1-2 Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the minimum Assistant Fan 1-2 duty cycle. The values range from 0% to 100%.
Extension Fan 1-3 Upper Temperature [70] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the Extension Fan 1-3 temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. Extension Fan 1-3 Max. Duty Cycle (%) [100] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the maximum Extension Fan 1-3 duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the Extension Fan 1-3 will operate at the maximum duty cycle.
Water Pump Middle. Duty Cycle (%) [100] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the maximum Water Pump duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the Water Pump will operate at the maximum duty cycle. Water Pump Lower Temperature [40] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the lower limit of the Water Pump temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. The Water Pump will operate at the minimum duty cycle when the temperature is lower than the limit. Water Pump Min.
3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options and boot device priority. 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]. [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.
Post Delay Time [3 sec] This item allows you to select a desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS Setup. You can only execute the POST delay time during normal boot. The values range from 0 to 10 seconds. This feature only works when set under normal boot. The following items appear only when you set the Boot Logo Display to [Disabled]. Post Report [5 sec] This item allows you to select a desired POST report waiting time.
Launch CSM [Enabled] [Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the addon devices. [Enabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. [Disabled] Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. The following items appear only when you set the Launch CSM to [Enabled].
PK Management Set New Key This item allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Delete Key This item allows you to delete the PK from your system. Once the PK is deleted, all the system’s Secure Boot keys will not be active. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] KEK Management Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft® Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK).
DBX Management Set New Key Allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Append Key Allows you to load the additional dbx from a storage device so that more db’s images cannot be loaded. Delete Key Allows you to delete the dbx file from your system. The dbx file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices.
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.
Displays the available SSDs Status definition: 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.
3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load from Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes.
3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information Chapter 3 This item displays the information about the graphics card installed in your system. GPU Post This item displays the information and recommended configuration for the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. Bus Interface [PCIEX16_1] This item allows you to select the bus interface.
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 3-56 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: Software Support Software Support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4.1.1 4 • This motherboard supports 32-bit/64-bit Windows® 7, 64-bit Windows® 8.1, and 64-bit Windows® 10 operating systems (OS). • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The setup procedures presented in this chapter are for reference only. Refer to Windows® operating system documentation for detailed information. Windows® 7 and USB 3.
5. Select the USB ODD or USB storage device as the boot device. 6. The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. Chapter 4 The “Setup is starting...” screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. 7. 4-2 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows® 7 installation.
Method 2: Using a modified Windows® 7 ISO Load USB 3.0 drivers and install Windows® 7 using a modified Windows® 7 installation DVD. Requirement: • 1 x ASUS support DVD • 1 x Windows® 7 installation source • 1 x Working system (PC or notebook) • 1 x SATA ODD 1. On your working system, create an ISO image file of the Windows® 7 installation source using a third-party ISO software. 2. Copy both “Auto_Unattend.
Method 3: Using ASUS EZ Installer Use the ASUS EZ Installer to create a modified Windows® 7 installation source. Requirement: • 1 x ASUS support DVD • 1 x Windows® 7 installation DVD • 1 x Working system (PC or notebook) • 1 x SATA ODD • 1 x USB storage device (8 GB or more) 1. Insert the Windows® 7 installation DVD. 2. Launch the ASUS EZ Installer located on the ASUS support DVD. 3.
- Select the source of the Windows® 7 installation disk then click Next. - Select the USB storage device and click next. Click the refresh icon if the USB storage device is not displayed. - Click Yes to clear the contents on the USB storage device and create a bootable USB device. Make sure to backup contents on the USB storage device, as it will be formatted. Chapter 4 - Once completed, click OK to finish.
• Windows® 7 OS disk to ISO file - Select Windows 7 OS disk to ISO file then click Next. - Check I agree and then click Next. - Select the source of the Windows® 7 installation disk then click Next.
- Select the folder to save the modified Windows® 7 installation ISO file and click Next. - Once completed, click OK to finish. - Burn this ISO file onto an empty DVD to create a modified Windows® 7 installation DVD. 4. Insert the modified Windows® 7 installation DVD into an ODD or connect the USB storage device with modified Windows® 7 installation files onto your 100 series platform. 5. Power on your system and press F8 during POST (Power-On Self Test) to enter the boot screen. 6.
4.2 Support DVD information The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Ensure that you have an Administrator account before running the support DVD in Windows® 7, Windows® 8.1, or Windows® 10 operating systems. To run the support DVD: 1. Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click or tap Run ASSETUP.EXE.
Support DVD main menu Shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to use the devices. Click to display the applications and other software that the motherboard supports Contains the list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user guide Click to display product related information Click to display the ASUS contact information Click to browse the file list of the suport CD Click to install the selected items 4.2.
4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 4.4 AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously.
Windows® 8.1 and Windows® 10 OS 1. Place the Support DVD into the optical drive then follow onscreen instructions. 2. From the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu, select the Utilities tab and click or tap AI Suite 3. 3. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear, try the following: a. Go to the Start Screen then click or tap the Desktop app. b.
AI Suite 3 Main menu The AI Suite 3 main menu gives you easy-access controls and insight to what’s going on with your computer - allowing you to optimize performance settings while at the same time ensuring system stability. The AI Suite main menu includes is a quick-access menu bar that allows you to swiftly launch any of the integrated ASUS utilities. Click on the left of the menu to launch the menu bar.
Thermal Radar 2 Thermal Radar 2 lets you control fans, monitor your graphics card temperature and other key components in real time, or auto-tune your thermal settings. Thermal Tuning This function optimizes your system’s cooling solution based on your system’s current thermal settings. It allows you to configure your CPU, chassis, and the exclusive TUF Turbo fan to achieve the best balance between cooling performance and low noise.
VGA Allows you to configure the thermal settings of an installed ASUS graphics card. • The VGA tab on Thermal Radar 2 appears only when you install an optional ASUS graphics card into your system. • The VGA feature of Thermal Radar 2 supports ASUS NVidia 700/900 Series and AMD R7/R9 Series graphics card only. VGA - Auto Mode The system loads the optimal values for the graphic card’s thermal settings.
VGA - RPM Mode Allows you to manually adjust the fan’s speed (in rpm). Move the slider up or down to adjust the settings Click to load a saved profile Click to save a new profile Thermal Status Displays the current status of the thermal condition of your system. SABERTOOTH Z170 S Chapter 4 Click or tap to run the assessment report of your current thermal settings.
Recorder Displays and monitors the status of the thermal setting and condition of your system. Click or tap to scroll down/up DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM and DRAM Voltage controllers. These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for optimal system efficiency, stability and performance.
DIGI+PowerControl - CPU Click or tap to go back to the previous screen Click or tap to switch between items Click or tap to undo the changes Click or tap to apply the changes DIGI+PowerControl - DRAM Click or tap to undo the changes Click or tap to apply the changes Chapter 4 Click or tap to go back to the previous screen SABERTOOTH Z170 S 4-17
DIGI+PowerControl - GPU Click or tap to go back to the previous screen Click or tap to undo the changes Click or tap to apply the changes Chapter 4 4-18 Chapter 4: Software Support
4.4.1 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. Launching Ai Charger+ To launch Ai Charger+, click Charger+. on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Ai Ai Charger+ is available only in selected motherboard models.
4.4.2 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s software, drivers and BIOS easily. With this utility, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that displays during POST. Launching EZ Update To launch EZ Update, click Update.
Manually update the BIOS and selecting a boot logo Click or tap to search an image file for your boot logo Click or tap to go back to EZ Update main screen Click or tap to proceed the updating BIOS and boot logo Chapter 4 After you click or tap BIOS Update button, click or tap Flash to update the BIOS and upload the boot logo in your system.
4.4.3 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. Launching USB BIOS Flashback To launch USB BIOS Flashback, click USB BIOS Flashback. on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB BIOS Flashback is available only in selected motherboard models.
Downloading the latest BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that you have installed the USB storage device to your computer’s USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of this user guide for more details. To download the updated BIOS: 1. From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click or tap Check for New BIOS Update. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. 2.
4.4.4 Push Notice This utility allows you get the detailed status of your system to your smart device. You can also send messages to your smart device using this utility. Before using this utility, ensure that you pair your computer with your smart device. For pairing information, refer to section Pairing your computer and smart device. Launching Push Notice on your computer To launch Push Notice, click Notice.
Setting up PC Mode alerts of your computer This feature allows you to restart, shut down, or put your computer to sleep mode and sends an alert to your smart device.
Sending messages to your smart device This feature allows you to send messages to your smart device. You can also send messages via the Push Notice messaging shortcut on the lower-right then select . corner of your screen.
4.4.5 USB 3.1 Boost USB 3.1 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically speeds up the transfer rates of your USB storage devices. Launching USB 3.1 Boost To launch USB 3.1 Boost, cclick 3.1 Boost. on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB Using the USB 3.
4.4.6 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. Launching the System Information To launch System Information, click System Information. on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Viewing the motherboard information Click or tap the MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. X99 2 5 Viewing the CPU information Click or tap the CPU tab to view the processor’s information.
Viewing the SPD information Click or tap the SPD tab to view the memory’s information. 4.4.7 Mobo Connect Mobo Connect allows you to share the PC’s keyboard/mouse for smart devices, or stream audio playback from your smart device yo the PC. Launching Mobo Connect on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Mobo Chapter 4 To launch Mobo Connect, click Connect.
4.4.8 Version Displays the installed software or utilities and their current version.
4.5 Turbo LAN Turbo LAN is a network traffic shaping technology that lowers lag and helps reduce delays during data transfers or when playing online games. It allows you to set programs or application’s network priorities to currently running games or applications. Turbo LAN features an intuitive user interface and an Advance Mode that tweakers can use to configure hardcore controls or settings. To launch Turbo LAN, click or tap Displays the Network Adapter information the on the desktop.
4.6 TUF Detective 2 TUF Detective 2 allows you to remotely manage and control your computer using your Android mobile device. It also provides relevant system information. To use TUF Detective 2: 1. Connect your mobile device to the TUF Detective port located at the rear panel. 2. On your mobile device, download and install the TUF Detective app. Select this App to install TUF Detective in your mobile phone. Download the TUF Detective app from Play Store or use the QR code to find the app. 3.
4.6.2 Control The Control page allows you to remotely control the functions of your computer. Tap the POWER button and select Yes to power your computer on or off. Control Tap FORCE SHUTDOWN to force the system to shutdown without saving data. Chapter 4 Tap the RESTART button and select Yes to restart your computer.
Tap CLEAR CMOS and select Yes to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. 4.6.3 Tap PATCH ERROR and select Yes to automatically repair your computer. Monitor The Monitor page allows you to monitor voltage, temperature, and fan speed. Tap the triangle icon to monitor the voltage.
Tap the triangle icon to monitor the temperature. 4.6.4 Tap the triangle icon to monitor the fan speed. Information Chapter 4 The Information page provides you with important details about the system such as the model name, BIOS version, product number, operating time, CPU information, and DRAM information.
4.7 Audio configurations The Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability. The CODEC also includes the Realtek® proprietary UAJ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for all audio ports, eliminating cable connection errors, and giving users plug and play convenience.
Selecting an audio output Realtek HD Audio Manager allows you to select the type of audio output depending on the output device that you are using. To select an audio output: 1. Insert the audio device’s jack to the Line Out (lime) port. If the audio device’s jack is on the Realtek HD Audio already inserted to the corresponding port, click or tap Manager. 2. On the pop-up window, tick the audio device that you plugged to the Line Out port then click or tap Next.
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RAID Configurations RAID Configurations 5.1 RAID configurations 5 Chapter 5 Chapter 5: The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 configuration. 5.1.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks.
5.1.2 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. Chapter 5 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. 5.1.
5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST, press + to display the utility main menu. Chapter 5 To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID RAID Volumes: None defined.
Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. Chapter 5 From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0 RAID Level: Disks: Strip Size: Capacity: Sync: Create volume [ HELP ] Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less.
Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press . The available stripe size values range from 4KB to 128KB. The following are typical values: • RAID 0: 128KB • RAID 10: 64KB • RAID 5: 64KB Chapter 5 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. Chapter 5 To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Name Volume0 [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Level Drives RAID0(Stripe) 2 Capacity 298.0GB Status Normal Bootable Yes [ HELP ] Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID. WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.
Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit, then press . The following warning message appears: Chapter 5 1. [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): 2. Press to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. 5.2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation To install the RAID driver for Windows® OS: 1.
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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. • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement 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 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.
English AsusTek Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of CE Directives. Please see the CE Declaration of Conformity for more details. Français AsusTek Inc. déclare par la présente que cet appareil est conforme aux critères essentiels et autres clauses pertinentes des directives européennes. Veuillez consulter la déclaration de conformité CE pour plus d’informations. Deutsch AsusTek Inc.
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(510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Asus Computer International Date : Signature : Representative Person’s Name : Dec. 07, 2015 Steve Chang / President This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
