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Asus ROG STRIX H370-F GAMING User Manual

Asus ROG STRIX H370-F GAMING
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Motherboard
ROG STRIX
H370-F
GAMING

Table of Contents

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Asus ROG STRIX H370-F GAMING Specifications

General IconGeneral
SocketLGA 1151
ChipsetIntel H370
Form FactorATX
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory64 GB
Memory TypeDDR4
LAN1 x Gigabit LAN
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Memory Speed2666MHz
PCIe 3.0 x16 Slots Configurationx16, x4
Storage InterfaceSATA 6 Gb/s
Audio8-channel HD Audio
NetworkingIntel I219-V
Audio CodecSupremeFX S1220A

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Precautions to prevent electrical hazards during system operation and maintenance.

Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe installation and handling of motherboard and components.

About This Guide

How This Guide Is Organized

Overview of the manual's structure and content chapters.

Where to Find More Information

Resources for additional information and product/software updates.

Conventions Used in This Guide

Typography

Explanation of text formatting conventions like bold, italics, and key notation.

ROG STRIX H370-F GAMING Specifications Summary

CPU

Details on Intel Socket 1151, CPU support, and turbo boost technology.

Chipset

Information about the Intel H370 Chipset.

Memory

Specifications for DDR4 DIMM slots, memory frequency, and XMP support.

Graphics

Details on integrated graphics processor, multi-VGA output, and maximum shared memory.

Multi-GPU Support

Information on AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology support.

Expansion Slots

Specifications for PCIe 3.0 slots.

Storage

Details on M.2 sockets, SATA ports, and Intel Optane Memory readiness.

LAN

Details on Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN and ROG GameFirst Technology.

Audio

Specifications for ROG SupremeFX S1220A audio CODEC and features.

USB

Details on USB 3.1 Gen 2, USB 3.1 Gen 1, and USB 2.0 ports.

ROG Exclusive Features

List of proprietary ASUS ROG features and software.

ASUS Special Features

List of ASUS exclusive features like Q-Design, SafeSlot, and DIGI+ VRM.

Back I/O Ports

List of physical connectors on the rear panel.

Internal I/O Connectors

List of internal connectors for fans, power, USB, and other components.

BIOS

Information about BIOS flash ROM and supported features.

Manageability

Details on WOL, WOR, and PXE manageability features.

Software

List of included software and utilities for the motherboard.

Operating System Support

Supported operating systems, specifically Windows 10 64-bit.

Form Factor

Dimensions of the motherboard (ATX Form Factor).

Package Contents

Motherboard

List of items included in the motherboard package.

Cables

List of cables provided with the motherboard package.

Accessories

List of accessories included with the motherboard.

Application Drive

Information about the ROG motherboard support DVD.

Documentation

Includes the user guide.

Product Introduction

Motherboard Overview

Provides an overview of the motherboard and its key features.

Motherboard Layout

Diagram and labels for the motherboard's components and connectors.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Detailed information on installing the LGA1151 socket and CPU.

System Memory

Details on DDR4 DIMM slots and recommended memory configurations.

Memory Configurations

Guidance on installing varying memory sizes and optimizing memory setup.

Expansion Slots

Information on installing PCIe x16 and PCIe x1 expansion cards.

VGA Configuration

PCI Express 3.0 operating modes for single VGA/PCIe cards.

IRQ Assignments for This Motherboard

Table showing IRQ assignments for various motherboard components.

Clear RTC RAM Jumper

Instructions for clearing CMOS memory using the CLRTC jumper.

3D Mount

Instructions for securing 3D printed parts using motherboard mount holes.

Onboard LEDs

Explanation of Q LEDs (CPU, DRAM, VGA, BOOT) and Standby Power LED.

Q LEDs (CPU, DRAM, VGA, BOOT)

LEDs for diagnosing boot process issues.

Standby Power LED

Indicates system power status (ON, sleep, soft-off).

Internal Connectors

Details on internal connectors like SATA, front panel audio, and COM.

Intel® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s Connectors

Connectors for SATA hard drives and RAID configuration options.

Front Panel Audio Connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

Connector for chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module.

Serial Port Connector (10-1 pin COM)

Connector for a serial port module, purchased separately.

TPM Connector (14-1 pin TPM)

Connector for a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system.

USB 3.1 Gen 1 Connectors (20-1 pin U31G1_78, U31G1_56)

Connectors for adding USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports.

USB 2.0 Connector (10-1 pin USB910)

Connector for USB 2.0 ports.

LED Connector (13-pin LED1_CON1)

Connector for connecting the LED card under the motherboard back IO cover.

AURA RGB Headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER)

Connector for RGB LED strips.

Thermal Sensor Connector (2-pin T_SENSOR)

Connector for thermistor cable to monitor temperature.

M.2 Sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2)

Sockets for installing M.2 SSD modules.

ATX Power Connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)

Connectors for ATX power supply plugs.

System Panel Connector (20-3 pin PANEL)

Connector for chassis-mounted functions like power LED, reset button.

Basic Installation

CPU Installation

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

Cooling System Installation

Instructions for installing CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

Motherboard Installation

Procedure for mounting the motherboard into the PC chassis.

DIMM Installation

Steps for installing RAM modules into the DIMM slots.

ATX Power Connection

Guide for connecting the main ATX power connectors.

SATA Device Connection

Instructions for connecting SATA hard drives and SSDs.

Front I/O Connector

Connecting front panel connectors for audio, USB, and LEDs.

Expansion Card Installation

Procedure for installing PCIe x16 and PCIe x1 cards.

To Install FAN EXTENSION CARD

Instructions for installing the FAN Extension card.

To Install Hyper M.2 x4 Card

Instructions for installing an M.2 x4 card.

M.2 Installation

Steps for installing M.2 SSDs of different types.

Motherboard Rear and Audio Connections

Rear I/O Connection

Diagram and list of rear panel connectors.

LAN Ports LED Indications

Explanation of LAN port activity and speed LED status.

Audio 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-Channel Configuration

Mapping of audio ports for different channel configurations.

Audio I/O Connections

Diagrams showing audio connections for headphones, mics, and speakers.

Starting Up for the First Time

BIOS Beep

Table of BIOS beep codes and their meanings.

Turning Off the Computer

BIOS Setup

Knowing BIOS

Introduction to ASUS UEFI BIOS, its features, and CMOS settings.

BIOS Setup Program

How to enter BIOS Setup and general usage guidelines.

Advanced Mode

Overview of the Advanced Mode interface and its configuration options.

Menu Bar

Explanation of the main menu items in the BIOS utility.

Menu Items

Details on highlighted menu items and submenus.

Language

Option to select the display language for the BIOS.

My Favorites (F3)

Using the My Favorites feature to save BIOS settings.

Q-Fan Control (F6)

Controlling fan speeds and profiles.

EZ Tuning Wizard (F11)

Using the EZ Tuning Wizard for RAID and overclocking.

Search (F9)

Functionality to search for BIOS items.

AURA (F4)

Control for RGB LED lighting and functional LEDs.

Search on FAQ

Accessing BIOS FAQ via QR code.

Scroll Bar

Using scroll bars to navigate BIOS screens.

General Help

Description of selected BIOS items at the bottom of the screen.

Configuration Fields

Explanation of configurable and non-configurable fields.

Hot Keys

List of navigation keys for BIOS setup.

Last Modified Button

Displays last modified and saved BIOS settings.

EZ Mode

Overview of EZ Mode for basic system information and settings.

QFan Control

Setting fan profiles or manually configuring fan speeds.

Configuring Fans Manually

Detailed steps for manually adjusting fan speed points.

EZ Tuning Wizard

Using EZ Tuning Wizard to set RAID and system overclocking.

My Favorites

Personal space for saving and accessing favorite BIOS items.

Adding Items to My Favorites

Instructions for adding BIOS items to the My Favorites screen.

Main Menu

Overview of system information and basic settings in the Main menu.

Security

Menu items for changing system security settings and passwords.

Ai Tweaker Menu

Options for configuring overclocking-related settings.

Internal CPU Power Management

Settings for CPU ratio, SpeedStep, and Turbo Mode.

Advanced Menu

Options for changing CPU and other system device settings.

Platform Misc Configuration

Adjusting ASPM for PCH and SA PCI Express.

CPU Configuration

Shows CPU-related information and power management settings.

System Agent (SA) Configuration

Adjusting Link Speed for PEG Port and Multi-Monitor.

PCH Configuration

Adjusting PCH PCI Express speed and configuration.

PCH Storage Configuration

Configuring SATA devices, mode selection, and SMART self-test.

SATA Controller(s)

Enabling or disabling SATA devices.

SATA Mode Selection

Setting SATA mode to AHCI or RAID.

SMART Self Test

Monitoring system for hard disk errors during POST.

USB Configuration

Changing USB-related features and single port control.

Network Stack Configuration

Configuring IPv4/IPv6 PXE support.

HDD/SSD SMART Information

Displaying SMART information for connected devices.

Monitor Menu

Displaying system temperature/power status and fan settings.

Qfan Configuration

Detecting lowest fan speed and configuring minimum duty cycle.

AIO Pump Control

Controlling the water pump speed in DC or PWM mode.

Boot Menu

Changing system boot options like Fast Boot and boot device priority.

Fast Boot

Accelerates system boot speed.

Next Boot After AC Power Loss

Sets boot behavior after power loss.

Boot Configuration

Selects between Advanced Mode and EZ Mode for BIOS.

CSM (Compatibility Support Module)

Configures CSM for better compatibility with VGA and bootable devices.

Boot Devices Control

Selects boot device types (UEFI, Legacy).

Boot from Network Devices

Selects network device boot type.

Boot from Storage Devices

Selects storage device boot type.

Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices

Selects PCI-E/PCI expansion device boot type.

Secure Boot

Configures Windows Secure Boot settings.

Boot Option Priorities

Specifies boot device priority sequence.

Boot Override

Directly boots from a selected device.

Tool Menu

Configures options for special functions.

Setup Animator

Enables or disables the Setup animator.

ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility

Utility to run ASUS EZ Flash 3 for BIOS updates.

Secure Erase

Safely cleans SSDs to restore factory performance.

ASUS Overclocking Profile

Stores or loads multiple BIOS settings.

ASUS SPD Information

Views DRAM SPD information.

Graphics Card Information

Displays information about installed graphics cards.

GPU Post

Shows graphics card info and recommended PCIe slot configuration.

Bus Interface

Selects the bus interface for graphics cards.

Exit Menu

Loads default values, saves, or discards changes.

Load Optimized Defaults

Loads default BIOS settings for all parameters.

Save Changes & Reset

Saves selected values and exits the setup program.

Discard Changes and Exit

Exits setup without saving changes.

Launch EFI Shell from USB Drives

Launches EFI Shell application from a filesystem device.

Updating BIOS

Instructions and warnings for updating motherboard BIOS.

EZ Update

Updates BIOS in Windows environment via internet.

ASUS EZ Flash 3

Updates BIOS using a USB flash drive or internet.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

Restores BIOS using DVD or USB if file is corrupted.

To Update the BIOS by USB

Steps to update BIOS using a USB flash drive.

To Update the BIOS by Internet

Steps to update BIOS via internet connection.

Recovering the BIOS

Procedure to restore BIOS using DVD or USB drive.

RAID Support

RAID Configurations

Overview of Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise RAID levels.

RAID Definitions

Definitions for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10.

Installing Serial ATA Hard Disks

Guidelines for installing SATA HDDs for RAID.

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS

Steps to enter and configure IRST in UEFI BIOS.

Creating a RAID Set

Step-by-step guide to creating a RAID volume in IRST.

Deleting a RAID Set

Procedure to delete a RAID volume and its data.

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM Utility

Entering and navigating the IRST Option ROM utility.

Creating a RAID Driver Disk

Instructions for creating a RAID driver disk.

Creating a RAID Driver Disk in Windows®

Steps to create a RAID driver disk during OS installation.

Appendix

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement.

VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement

Device compliance statement for Japan.

KC: Korea Warning Statement

Warning statement for Korea.

REACH

Compliance with REACH regulations and disposal guidelines.

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services

Information on ASUS recycling and takeback programs.

Regional Notice for California

California warning about Cancer and Reproductive Harm.

Google™ License Terms

License terms for Google products.

English

EU declaration of conformity statement for the device.

ASUSTeK Computer Inc.

Contact details and technical support for ASUSTeK.

ASUS Computer International (America)

Contact details for ASUS America.

ASUS Computer GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Contact details for ASUS Germany/Austria.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

FCC Declaration of Conformity for the product.

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