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Asus Z170M-PLUS User Manual

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Motherboard
Z170M-PLUS

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Asus Z170M-PLUS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds2133, 2400, 2600, 2666, 2800, 2933, 3000, 3100, 3200, 3300 MHz
Processor socketLGA 1151 (Socket H4)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Pentium
USB 2.0 connectors2
Number of COM connectors1
Number of SATA II connectors-
Number of SATA III connectors6
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
RAID levels1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA, SATA III
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.
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntelĀ® Z170
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Parallel processing technology supportQuad-GPU CrossFireX
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0
BIOS memory size16 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth227 mm
Width244 mm

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Precautions to prevent electrical shock hazards during system operation.

Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe handling and operation of the motherboard and components.

Package contents

Z170M-PLUS specifications summary

CPU

Details about the CPU socket, supported processors, and Intel Turbo Boost Technology.

Chipset

Information on the Intel Z170 Express Chipset and memory support.

Memory

Specifications for DDR4 DIMM slots, dual-channel architecture, and XMP support.

Graphics

Details on integrated graphics processor, multi-VGA output, and supported resolutions.

Expansion Slots

Information on PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 and x1 slots.

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Before you proceed

Precautions before installing motherboard components or changing settings.

1.2 Motherboard overview

Guidance on studying chassis configuration for motherboard fit.

1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Details on the LGA1151 socket and compatible Intel processors.

1.3.1 Installing the CPU

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

1.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation

Procedure for installing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

1.4 System memory

Information on DDR4 DIMM sockets and memory installation.

1.4.1 Overview

Description of the four DDR4 DIMM sockets and module compatibility.

1.4.2 Memory configurations

Recommended memory configurations and OS limitations for memory.

1.5 Expansion slots

Details about the PCI Express slots and compatible expansion cards.

Chapter 2: BIOS information

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

Procedures for saving, managing, and updating the motherboard's BIOS.

2.1.1 EZ Update

Utility for automatic updates of motherboard drivers, software, and BIOS.

2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3

Feature to update BIOS without an OS-based utility via USB or Internet.

2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility

Auto recovery tool for restoring BIOS files corrupted during updates.

2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater

Utility to update BIOS in a DOS environment.

2.2 BIOS setup program

How to enter and navigate the BIOS setup program.

2.2.1 EZ Mode

Overview of the BIOS EZ Mode screen and its functions.

2.2.2 Advanced Mode

Description of the BIOS Advanced Mode for experienced users.

2.2.3 QFan Control

Setting fan profiles and manually configuring CPU and chassis fan speeds.

2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard

Wizard to overclock CPU/DRAM and configure system settings.

2.5 Ai Tweaker menu

Menu for configuring overclocking-related items and system performance.

2.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]

Select CPU overclocking options for desired CPU internal frequency.

2.5.2 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto]

Maximizes overclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings.

2.5.3 CPU Core Ratio [Auto]

Set CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores.

2.6 Advanced menu

Change settings for the CPU and other system devices.

2.6.1 CPU Configuration

Displays CPU-related information automatically detected by BIOS.

2.7 Monitor menu

Displays system temperature, power status, and allows fan setting changes.

2.8 Boot menu

Change system boot options and settings.

2.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility

Run the ASUS EZ Flash 3 utility for BIOS updates.

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