ASROCK Z170M Extreme4 User Manual

Version 1.0
Published September 2015
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ASROCK Z170M Extreme4 Specifications

General

Processor socket	LGA 1151 (Socket H4)
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Compatible processor series	Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium
Maximum number of SMP processors	1
Certification	FCC, CE, WHQL, ErP/EuP
Component for	PC
Power source type	ATX
Motherboard chipset	Intel® Z170
PC health monitoring	FAN, Temperature, Voltage
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	micro ATX
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Non-ECC	Yes
Memory channels	Dual-channel
Memory slots type	DIMM
Number of memory slots	4
Supported memory types	DDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds	2133, 2400, 2800, 2933, 3200, 3466 MHz
BIOS type	UEFI AMI
LAN controller	Intel® I219-V
Ethernet interface type	Gigabit Ethernet
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots	3
Number of SATA II connectors	0
Number of SATA III connectors	6
Number of Parallel ATA connectors	-
RAID levels	0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfaces	M.2, SATA III
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Cables included	SATA
Bundled software	ASRock A-Tuning, ASRock Disk Health Report, ASRock USB Key, ASRock APP Charger, ASRock XFast LAN, ASRock XFast RAM, ASRock Fast Boot
Sustainability certificates	RoHS

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	244 mm

Summary

Motherboard Layout

I/O Panel

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package for the user.

1.2 Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the ASRock Z170M Extreme4 motherboard.

Chapter 2 Installation

Pre-installation Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines to follow before installing motherboard components.

2.1 Installing the CPU

Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the CPU into the motherboard socket.

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink

Guide on how to properly mount the CPU cooler and fan assembly onto the motherboard.

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

Instructions for installing DDR4 DIMM modules, including dual channel configuration guidance.

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

Information on the types and configurations of PCI Express slots available on the motherboard.

2.5 Jumpers Setup

Explanation and guidance on setting up motherboard jumpers, particularly the Clear CMOS jumper.

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors

Details on connecting front panel components and other internal headers to the motherboard.

2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide

Instructions for installing an M.2 SSD module into the dedicated M.2 slot on the motherboard.

Enabling USB Ports for Windows® 7 Installation

Contact Information