Motherboard STRIX H270F GAMING
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Contents Safety information........................................................................................................ v About this guide.......................................................................................................... vi STRIX H270F GAMING specifications summary.................................................... viii Package contents.......................................................................................................
3.2.3 QFan Control............................................................................... 3-7 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard........................................................................ 3-9 3.3 My Favorites.............................................................................................. 3-11 3.4 Main menu................................................................................................. 3-13 3.5 Ai Tweaker 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: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. 2.
Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
STRIX H270F GAMING specifications summary Intel® Socket 1151 for 7th / 6th Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/ Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors Supports 14nm CPU CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Chipset Intel® H270 Chipset 4 x DIMM, max.
STRIX H270F GAMING specifications summary Intel® H270 Chipset - 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* - 1 x M.2_1 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 2 mode) Storage - 1 x M.2_2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode), supports Intel® Optane Memory** - Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Recovery Technology - Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 * When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.
STRIX H270F GAMING specifications summary Gamers Guardian - SafeSlot - DIGI+ VRM - DRAM Overcurrent Protection - ESD Guards on LAN, Audio, KBMS and USB3.0/2.0 ports - Highly Durable Components - Stainless Steel Back I/O ASUS EZ DIY ASUS Special Features - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Design - Q-Shield - Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - Q-Slot - Q-DIMM ASUS Exclusive Features - AURA Lightning Control - 3D Printing Friendly Design - AI Charger 2 x USB 3.
STRIX H270F GAMING specifications summary BIOS Features 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, 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 WfM2.0, DMI3.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard STRIX H270F GAMING 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables Cables 1 x RGB LED extension cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x ROG SATA cable label Accessories 1 x ROG Strix sticker 1 x 3D Printing Mount 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x RGB cable Application drive Support DVD Documentation User Guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Installation tools and components Intel® 1151 CPU Intel® 1151 compatible CPU Fan PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver 1 bag of screws DIMM Power supply unit SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components listed above are not included in the motherboard package.
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Product Introduction Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 2 5 6 24.4cm(9.6in) Chapter 1 USB910 EATX12V CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM 7 RGBLED CPU_OPT USB3.1_EA1 ASM 1142 USB3.1_EC1 EATXPWR CHA_FAN1 AIO_PUMP 2260 M.2_1(SOCKET3) AUDIO 2280 30.
Layout contents ASUS STRIX H270F GAMING Page 1-17 Chapter 1 Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots/LEDs 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. CPU, CPU optional, AIO pump, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CPU_OPT, 4-pin AIO_PUMP, 5-pin EXT_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~2) 3. M.2 sockets (M.2_1~2) 4. LGA1151 CPU socket 5. DDR4 DIMM slots 6. POST State LEDs 7. RGB LED 8. 3D Mount holes 9. USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_34) 10.
1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) Chapter 1 The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 7th / 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. strix H270F GAMING STRIX H270F GAMING CPU socket LGA1151 1-4 • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
1.1.4 System memory Chapter 1 The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 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 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB and 16 GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Chapter 1 1-6 • 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 strix H270F GAMING PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX1_4 Slot No.
PCI Express 3.0 operating mode VGA configuration PCIe_x16/x8_1 Chapter 1 Single VGA/PCIe card PCIe_x4_2 x16 (single VGA recommended) N/A x16 x4 Dual VGA/PCIe card • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.
1.1.6 1. Headers / Holes Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) CLRTC +3V_BAT GND strix H270F GAMING Chapter 1 This header allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system setup information such as date, time, and system passwords. PIN 1 STRIX H270F 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.
2. 3D Mount holes Create a 3D printout and secure it to these 3D Mount holes for a personalized motherboard. Chapter 1 3D Mount strix H270F GAMING 3D Mount STRIX H270F GAMING 3D Printing Mount 1.1.7 1. • Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com. • Use the bundled 3D mount printing screws to install the 3D printouts.
2. Standby Power LED Chapter 1 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. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR strix H270F GAMING ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off STRIX H270F GAMING Onboard LED 3.
1.1.8 Internal connectors 1. Intel® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) Chapter 1 These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® H270 chipset.
2. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Chapter 1 NC AGND NC NC SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
4. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel I/II, Front Base, and other ROG devices. Chapter 1 strix H270F GAMING ROG_EXT STRIX H270F GAMING ROG_EXT connectors 5. • The Front Base is purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the OC Panel and Front Base. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports.
6. CPU, CPU optional, AIO pump, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CPU_OPT, 4-pin AIO_PUMP, 5-pin EXT_FAN, 4-pin CHA_ FAN1~2) • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector.
7. 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.
8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. strix H270F GAMING +HDD_LED- +5V GND GND Speaker SPEAKER RESET PLED- PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LEDGND RSTCON# NC PLED+ PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND PWR_SW Chapter 1 PANEL +PWR_LED- +PWR_LED- * Requires an ATX power supply STRIX H270F GAMING System panel connector • System power LED (4-pin +PWR_LED-) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.
9. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Chapter 1 F_CLKRUN F_SERIRQ F_FRAME# F_LAD3 F_LAD2 F_LAD1 F_LAD0 TPM GND C_PCICLK_TPM +3V +3V strix H270F GAMING +3VSB S_PCIRST#_TBD PIN 1 STRIX H270F GAMING TPM connector The TPM module is purchased separately. 10.
11. M.2 sockets (M.2_1~2) These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. 2280 2260 Chapter 1 M.2_1(SOCKET3) 2242 M.2_2(SOCKET3) strix H270F GAMING 22110 2280 2260 2242 STRIX H270F GAMING M.2(SOCKET3)s • M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x2 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices. • M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 2210 PCIe storage devices. • M.
13. RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER) This connector is for RGB LED strips. Chapter 1 RGB_HEADER PIN 1 +12V G R B strix H270F GAMING STRIX H270F GAMING RGB_HEADER connector The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
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 H270F GAMING DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
2.1.2 CPU installation Chapter 2 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.
Top of CPU Chapter 2 2-4 • The CPU Installation Tool is only compatible on ASUS motherboards with a Intel® LGA1151 socket. • 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.
2.1.3 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.
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
DIMM installation Chapter 2 2.1.
2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug.
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2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.
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Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 1 2 11 3 10 9 4 5 1 8 7 6 Chapter 2 2.2 Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 2. USB 3.1 Type-A port EA1 8. USB 3.0 ports 3. DVI-D port 9. HDMI port 4. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 10. DisplayPort 5. Intel® LAN port* 11. USB 3.1 Type-C port EC1 6. Audio I/O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions.
* LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link Off Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Orange (Blinking) Data activity Orange (Blinking then steady) Green 10 Mbps connection ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED 1 Gbps connection Ready to wake up from S5 mode LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS.
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Connect to 4 channel Speakers Connect to 6 channel Speakers Chapter 2 If you are using Windows® 8.1/10 platform, use only the light blue audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration.
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. 6. Chapter 2 Connect to 8 channel Speakers Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c.
BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) No memory detected One continuous beep followed by three short beeps No VGA detected One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Hardware component failure 7. Chapter 2 2.4 At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.
3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for the advanced BIOS settings. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details.
3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press the hotkey.
Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration. 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.
3.2.3 QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans.
Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: Chapter 3 3-8 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’ operating speed. 3. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC).
3.2.4 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. Creating RAID To create RAID: 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. Chapter 3 1.
4. 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 You can only select Easy Backup (RAID 10) if you connect four (4) HDDs. b. 3-10 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. ASUS STRIX H270F GAMING 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.
AVX Instruction Core Ratio Negative Offset Enter the numerical value that will be subtracted from your core ratio to get the ratio at which the AVX applications run. This item only displays when you install Intel® 7th Generation K series processors. DRAM Odd Ratio Mode [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the DRAM Odd Ratio Mode, which provides better granularity. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to set the memory operating frequency.
DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the CPU power voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally depending on the CPU loading. Higher levels of the load-line calibration can get a higher voltage and a better overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Level 1] [Level 2] ~ [Level 6] [Level 7] The boosted performance may vary depending on the CPU specification.
CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] This item allows you to set the power phase control of the CPU. Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] CPU Graphics Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the GT power voltage. The GT working voltage will decrease proportionally depending on the GT loading. Higher levels of the load-line calibration can get a higher voltage and a better overclocking performance but increases the GT and VRM thermal.
Turbo Mode Parameters Long Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to limit the Turbo Ratio’s time duration that exceeds the TDP (Thermal Design Power) for maximum performance. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1 W to 4096 W. Package Power Time Window [Auto] Also known as Power Limit 1, this item allows you to maintain the time window for Turbo Ratio over TDP (Thermal Design Power). Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value.
CPU Core/Cache Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores. Increase the voltage when setting a high Core Frequency value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core/Cache Voltage to [Offset Mode]. Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] To offset the voltage by a negative value.
CPU Graphics Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU Graphics Voltage Offset. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. PCH Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the PCH core voltage. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800V to 1.635V with a 0.005V interval. Internal PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to configure the offset for the Core PLL VCC Trim.
SA - PCI Express options DMI Link ASPM Control [Disabled] This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management on both CPU and PCH (platform controller hub) Both DMI link ASPM control items of the CPU and PCH sides must be enabled for the ASPM to take effect. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1] PEG ASPM [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile.
Tcc Offset Time Window [Auto] This item allows you to specify the time window for the Running Average Temperature Limit (RATL) feature. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [5 ms] [10 ms] [55 ms] [156 ms] [375 ms] [500 ms] [750 ms] [1 sec] CPU Power Management Control This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU’s power. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) [Auto] This item allows your system to support more than two frequency ranges.
Graphics Configuration Allows you to select a primary display from CPU, PCIE and PCI graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] Allows you to select the primary display from CPU, PCIE and PCI graphics devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [CPU Graphics] [PCIE] [PCI] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] This item allows you to empower both integrated and discrete graphics devices for the multi-monitor output. The CPU graphics shared system memory size is fixed at 64 MB.
IOAPIC 24-119 Entries [Enabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the IOAPIC 24-119 Entries. IRQ24-119 may be used by PCH devices. Disabling those interrupts may cause certain devices to fail. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Empty if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Hyper Kit Mode [Disabled] Disable this option for M.2 devices.
Onboard Devices Configuration 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 item to [Enabled]. DVI Port Audio [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the DVI port audio function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Depop [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] M.
APM Configuration ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows BIOS to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Enable(S4+S5)] [Enable(S5)] [Disabled] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss.
USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB 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.
CPU Core Voltage, CPU Graphics Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage, PCH Core Voltage, CPU System Agent Voltage, CPU VCCIO Voltage, DRAM Voltage, CPU Standby Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select [Ignore] if you do not want to detect this item. Q-Fan Configuration The subitems in this menu allows you to configure the Q-Fan features.
CPU Middle Temperature [25] Use the <+> or <-> keys to set the value for CPU Middle Temperature. The range of the values depends on the CPU installed. CPU Fan Middle Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the CPU fan middle duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan operates at the maximum duty cycle. CPU Lower Temperature [25] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the CPU fan’s lower temperature. The values range from 0°C to 75°C.
The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan 1/2 Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Fan 1/2 Upper Temperature [70] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 0°C to 75°C. Chassis Fan 1/2 Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range from 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit, the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle.
Extension Fan 1/2/3 Profile [Standard] This item allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the extension fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the extension fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet extension fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum extension fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.
AIO PUMP Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum AIO pump fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the AIO pump fan temperature reaches the upper limit, the AIO pump fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle. AIO PUMP Middle Temperature [25] Use the <+> or <-> keys to set the value for AIO pump fan’s middle temperature. The range of the values depends on the AIO pump installed.
POST Delay Time [3 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Auto] and [Full Screen]. This item allows you to select the 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 will only work under normal boot. Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Disabled].
The following four items appear when you set Launch CSM to [Enabled]. Boot Device Control [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] Allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot up. Configuration options: [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] [Legacy OPROM only] [UEFI only] Boot from Network Devices [Legacy only] Allows you to select the type of network devices that you want to launch.
Save to File This item allows you to save the downloaded PK to a USB storage device. 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.
DBX Management The DBX (Revoked Signature database) lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded. Save to File Allows you to load the downloaded dbx to a USB storage device. Set New Key Allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device. Append Key Allows you to load the additional KEK from a storage device for an additional db and dbx loaded management. The dbx file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable.
3.9.2 Secure Erase SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to data processing. Secure Erase completely and safely cleans your SSD, restoring it to factory performance levels. Secure Erase is only available in AHCI mode. Ensure to set the SATA mode to AHCI. Click Advanced > PCH Storage Configuration > SATA Mode Selection > AHCI. To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase.
3.9.3 Setup Animator This item allows you to enable or disable the Setup animator. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.9.4 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load 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.
3.10 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. 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. To update the BIOS by Internet: Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.
3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.
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Chapter 4: RAID Support RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4 The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configuration. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, you have to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation. Refer to section 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk for details. 4.1.
4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect the SATA signal cables. 3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. 4.1.
Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: 2. When the Name item is selected, enter a name for the RAID set and press . 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press to select the RAID level to create, and then press . 4. Under Select Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 1.
5. When the Strip Size item is selected, press to select strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press . The available strip size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: - RAID 0: 128 KB - RAID 10: 64 KB - RAID 5: 64 KB We recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher strip size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 6.
Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select the RAID volume you want to delete and press . The following screen appears: 2. When the Delete item is selected, press , then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 1.
4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST, press + to display the utility main menu. RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Devices: Port Device Model 0 ST3160812AS 1 ST3160812AS 2 ST3160812AS 3 ST3160812AS Serial # 9LS0HJA4 9LS0F4HL 3LS0JYL8 9LS0BJ5H Size 149.0GB 149.0GB 149.0GB 149.
Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Name: Volume 0 RAID Level: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Disks: dssdsdsds Strip Size:aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Capacity:aaaaaaaaaaaaaa Sync:aaaaaaaaaa Create volume [HELP] Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less. 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press . 3.
5. 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 strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press . The available strip size values range from 4KB to 128KB.
Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 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: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit, and then press . The following warning message appears: [CONFIRM EXIT] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): 2. Press to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® To install the RAID driver for Windows® OS: 1.
Appendix Appendix Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Appendix Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s).
REACH Appendix Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance Appendix The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
ASUS STRIX H270F GAMING Lietuvių ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ar šo paziņo, ka šī ierīce atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/ EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem citiem saistošajiem nosacījumiem. Pilns ES atbilstības paziņojuma teksts pieejams šeit: www.asus.com/support Šį įrenginį galima naudoti toliau išvardytose šalyse: Norsk ASUSTeK Computer Inc. erklærer herved at denne enheten er i samsvar med hovedsaklige krav og andre relevante forskrifter i direktivet 1999/5/EF.
ASUS contact information Appendix ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address Telephone Fax Web site Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 www.asus.com +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.
ASUS STRIX H270F GAMING A-7 Manufacturer: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Authorized representative in Europe: Address, City: Country: STRIX H270F GAMING Model name : EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2(2011-09) EN 301 489-3 V1.6.1(2013-12) EN 301 489-4 V2.1.1(2013-12) EN 301 489-7 V1.3.1(2005-11) EN 301 489-9 V1.4.1(2007-11) EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1(2012-09) EN 301 489-24 V1.5.1(2010-09) EN 301 357-2 V1.4.1(2008-11) EN 302 291-2 V1.1.1(2005-07) EN 302 623 V1.1.
Fabricante: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Representante autorizado en Europa: Dirección, Ciudad: País: STRIX H270F GAMING Nombre del modelo : EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2(2011-09) EN 301 489-3 V1.6.1(2013-12) EN 301 489-4 V2.1.1(2013-12) EN 301 489-7 V1.3.1(2005-11) EN 301 489-9 V1.4.1(2007-11) EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1(2012-09) EN 301 489-24 V1.5.1(2010-09) EN 301 357-2 V1.4.1(2008-11) EN 302 291-2 V1.1.1(2005-07) EN 302 623 V1.1.
ASUS STRIX H270F GAMING A-9 (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Asus Computer International Date : Signature : Representative Person’s Name : Nov. 16, 2016 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.
