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General| Chipset | Intel Z270 |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 1151 |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Storage Interface | 6 x SATA 6Gb/s, 2 x M.2 |
| PCI Express x16 Slots | 3 |
| PCI Express x1 Slots | 3 |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220 |
| Networking | Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Memory Speed | DDR4 4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666(O.C.)/2400(O.C.)/2133 MHz |
| Multi-GPU Support | NVIDIA 2-Way SLI, AMD 3-Way CrossFireX |
| USB Ports | 6 x USB 2.0 |
| USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C | 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C |
Essential safety guidelines for electrical and operational procedures.
Explains guide structure, organization, and used conventions.
Details on CPU, Chipset, Memory, Expansion Slots, Graphics, Storage, LAN, etc.
Lists Wireless, Audio, USB, Back I/O Ports, ROG features, and Internal I/O Ports.
Covers Special Features, System Utilities, and bundled Software.
Details BIOS, Manageability, OS Support, and Form Factor.
Lists all items included in the motherboard package.
Identifies necessary tools and optional components for installation.
Introduction to the motherboard, its layout, and key components.
Detailed diagram and listing of motherboard layout components.
Information on CPU installation and system memory (DIMM) configurations.
Description of PCIe slot configurations and usage.
Explains the function of onboard power, reset, MemOK!, Safe Boot, ReTry, and Slow Mode switches.
Details on Q LEDs, Q-Code LED, and the LN2 Mode jumper.
Explains various internal connectors like SATA, USB, fan headers, RGB, etc.
Step-by-step guide for installing motherboard, CPU, heatsink, DIMMs, and power.
Installing front panel connectors, expansion cards, M.2 SSDs, and Wi-Fi antenna.
Instructions for updating the BIOS using USB BIOS Flashback.
Explains rear panel connections, audio ports, and their configurations.
Procedures for initial system startup, POST, and shutdown.
Introduces UEFI BIOS, its modes (EZ/Advanced), and how to enter setup.
Details on menu bar items, hotkeys, search function, and configuration fields.
Covers My Favorites, Main, Extreme Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit menus.
Guides on using EZ Update, EZ Flash 3, and CrashFree BIOS 3 for BIOS updates.
Explains RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and how to install SATA disks.
Configuring SATA controller mode and enabling Intel RST for RAID setup.
Step-by-step guide for creating and deleting RAID volumes using the utility.
Instructions for creating a RAID driver disk for OS installation.
FCC, IC, VCCI, REACH, and other regulatory compliance information.
Global contact details for ASUS technical support and service.
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