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ASROCK Z170M OC Formula User Manual

ASROCK Z170M OC Formula
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ASROCK Z170M OC Formula Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor socketLGA 1151 (Socket H4)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Pentium
Intel® Core i3/i5/i7/i9 seriesi3-6xxx, i5-6xxx, i7-6xxx
Conflict-FreeYes
Intel ME Firmware Version11
Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterpriseNo
Audio chipRealtek ALC1150
CertificationFCC, CE, WHQL, ErP/EuP
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntel® Z170
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home x64, 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 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro x64
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots2
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds2133, 2400, 2600, 2800, 2933, 3000, 3200, 3300, 3333, 3400, 3466, 3600, 3666, 3733, 3800, 3866, 4000, 4133, 4266 MHz
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0
BIOS memory size32 Mbit
Graphics cardHD Graphics
DirectX version12.0
Maximum resolution4096 x 2160 pixels
Maximum graphics card memory1792 MB
LAN controllerIntel® I219-V
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Number of M.2 (M) slots1
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots3
Number of SATA III connectors8
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, SATA III
DisplayPort version1.2
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 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.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity4
Cables includedSATA
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width244 mm

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package.

Detailed Specifications

Comprehensive technical details of motherboard components like CPU, memory, slots, and I/O.

Chapter 2 Installation

Pre-installation Precautions

Important safety and handling guidelines before installing components.

Installing the CPU

Step-by-step guide for safely installing the CPU into the socket.

Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

Guide for inserting RAM modules into the motherboard slots.

Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

Information on using PCI Express slots for graphics cards and other expansion.

Onboard Headers and Connectors Overview

Details various onboard headers for front panel, storage, and fan connections.

Smart Switches Overview

Describes the function of various on-board switches for system control.

Dr. Debug Codes

Explains diagnostic codes displayed by Dr. Debug for troubleshooting.

M.2 SSD (NGFF) Module Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing M.2 SSD drives.

Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation

Installing Drivers

How to install necessary drivers from the support CD for motherboard features.

Formula Drive Utility

Guide to ASRock's Formula Drive software for system configuration and tuning.

ASRock Live Update & APP Shop

Information on ASRock's utility for updating software and drivers.

Enabling USB Ports for Windows 7 Installation

Instructions for creating a Windows 7 installation media with necessary USB drivers.

Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY

EZ Mode Interface

Overview of the simplified BIOS interface for quick system status checks.

Advanced Mode Navigation

Access to detailed BIOS settings and configurations via menu bar and keys.

OC Tweaker Screen

Options for overclocking CPU, GPU, and memory settings.

Advanced Screen Configurations

Detailed system settings including CPU, Chipset, Storage, and USB.

BIOS Tools and Utilities

Access to utilities like System Browser, Flash, and Driver Installers.

Hardware Health Monitoring

Displays real-time hardware status like temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.

Boot Screen Options

Configures boot device priority, fast boot, and startup settings.

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