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General| Chipset | Intel Z170 |
|---|---|
| Socket | LGA 1151 |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DIMM |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 2015 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Form Factor | EATX |
| Storage Interface | 6 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| USB Ports | 8 x USB 3.0 |
| LAN | Intel I219V |
| Multi-GPU Support | Supports NVIDIA Quad-GPU SLI Technology |
| Memory Speed | DDR4 2133/2400/2666/2800/3000/3200/3333/3400/3466/3600/3733/3800/3866 MHz (OC) |
Safety precautions for preventing electrical hazards during system operation and maintenance.
Guidelines for safe handling and operation of the motherboard and its components.
Describes the structure and content of the user guide chapters.
Lists resources for additional product and software updates.
Details on CPU socket, chipset, and processor support.
Memory configurations and PCIe slot details.
Integrated graphics and multi-GPU technology specifications.
SATA, M.2, and Gigabit LAN interface details.
Specifications for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and ROG Audio features.
USB port details and special ROG features.
ASUS exclusive features and motherboard I/O port descriptions.
BIOS details, manageability, software suite, and physical dimensions.
OC Panel II display specs and operational modes.
Panel ports, installation needs, and compatibility information.
List of main components, cables, and accessories included.
Contents of the support DVD and user guide.
Overview of the motherboard's special features and technologies.
Detailed description of the motherboard's layout and components.
Precautions to take before installing components.
Visual guide to the motherboard's connectors, slots, and components.
Detailed list of motherboard connectors, jumpers, buttons, and slots.
Information on CPU socket compatibility and installation.
Details on memory slots and installation.
RAM installation guidelines and qualified vendor lists.
Description of PCIe slots and their configurations.
Description and function of onboard buttons like Power and Reset.
Explanation of onboard LEDs for status indication.
Configuration details for motherboard jumpers.
Description of internal headers and connectors.
Location and use of ProbeIt points for voltage monitoring.
Step-by-step guide to assembling a PC system.
Procedures for mounting the motherboard in the chassis.
Detailed steps for installing the CPU into the socket.
Instructions for mounting the CPU cooler.
Guide for installing RAM modules into the DIMM slots.
How to connect the ATX power supply to the motherboard.
Instructions for connecting SATA storage devices.
Connecting front panel audio and USB headers.
Procedures for installing expansion cards into PCIe slots.
Guide for connecting the Wi-Fi antenna.
Information on updating the system BIOS.
Identifying and connecting rear panel ports.
Overview and setup of the OC Panel II device.
Initial system startup procedures and checks.
Methods for safely shutting down the system.
Introduction to BIOS, its function, and when to access it.
How to enter and navigate the BIOS setup utility.
Personalizing the BIOS interface by saving favorite items.
Overview of system information and basic settings.
BIOS section for overclocking and performance tuning.
BIOS section for CPU and system device configurations.
Displays system status and allows fan control.
Options for configuring system boot behavior.
Accessing special function configurations.
Options for saving/discarding changes and loading defaults.
Procedures for updating the motherboard BIOS.
Supported OS and reference for setup procedures.
Overview of the contents on the support DVD.
General description of software applications on the support DVD.
ASUS's all-in-one utility for system management.
Combines TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power, Fan Xpert, Turbo App for optimal performance.
Utility to scan and delete system junk files.
Feature for fast-charging portable mobile devices via USB.
Technology supporting UASP for faster USB storage transfer rates.
Utility for updating motherboard software, drivers, or BIOS.
Displays detailed information about motherboard, CPU, and memory.
Share PC peripherals or stream audio from smart devices.
Utility to check and save the latest BIOS version to USB.
Connect to wireless networks and set up access points.
ASUS utilities for PC control and file sync via smart devices.
Sync and share files between PCs and smart devices.
Use smart device as a remote keyboard and mouse.
Stream PC multimedia content to smart TVs.
Get system status alerts and send messages to smart devices.
Software for enhancing audio quality and features.
Visualizes sound direction and intensity in FPS games.
Network management software for optimizing network traffic.
Keyboard upgrade with macro configuration and BIOS access.
Stream PC multimedia content to smart TVs.
Software to create a high-speed virtual drive using system memory.
View and validate memory timings for efficiency scores.
Gathers and displays system information in an ROG custom layout.
Software to increase PC performance using system memory as cache.
Adjusting onboard RGB LED colors and effects.
Overview of supported RAID configurations.
Guide to creating a RAID driver disk.
FCC and other regulatory compliance statements.
Compliance with REACH and environmental recycling guidelines.
Notices regarding radio frequency equipment compliance.
Contact details for ASUS technical support and corporate offices.
Manufacturer's declaration of product compliance with EU directives.
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