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  • Page 1 Z170-DELUXE Series...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii Z170-DELUXE specifications summary ..............ix Package contents ..................... xvi Installation tools and components ................ xvii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features ..............1-2 Motherboard overview ................
  • Page 4 3.6.11 Intel(R) Thunderbolt ..............3-44 Monitor menu ................... 3-45 Boot menu ....................3-50 Tool menu ....................3-56 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............3-56 3.9.2 Secure Erase ................3-56 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile ............3-58 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-59 3.9.5...
  • Page 5 ® Creating a RAID driver disk ..............5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ........5-7 ® 5.2.2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation ..5-8 ® Appendix Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-6...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

  • Page 9: Z170-Deluxe Specifications Summary

    Z170-DELUXE specifications summary LGA1151 socket for 6th Generation Intel Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/Pentium /Celeron ® ® ® Processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* ® * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ®...
  • Page 10 Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Intel I211-AT Gigabit LAN controller ® ASUS LAN Guard ASUS Turbo LAN Utility Speedy Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz Wireless Data Up to 1300Mbps transfer speed Network ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Utility Bluetooth v4.0...
  • Page 11 - 5 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 1 port @back panel, blue) - 5 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 1 port @back panel) ASMedia USB 3.1 controllers- supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost and 3A ® power output - 5 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports @back panel (teal blue, Type A)
  • Page 12 - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS 5X Protection : - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 16 Phase digital power design ASUS Special Features - ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Short circuit damage prevention (continued on the next page)
  • Page 13 - ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.5x long lifespan with excellent durability - ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3x more durable corrosion- resistant coating - LAN Guard ASUS Special Features - USB 3.1 Boost...
  • Page 14 ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Manageability 1 x ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/ g/n/ac compliant) 6 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector...
  • Page 15 Z170-DELUXE specifications summary Drivers ASUS Utilities Support DVD contents EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows ® Windows 8.1* ® Operating system Windows ® support * 64-bit supported only. ATX Form Factor, 12” x 9.6” (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Form factor Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 16: Package Contents

    Check your motherboard package for the following items 2 x M.2 screws 6 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series motherboard 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield Support DVD 1 x Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card...

  • Page 17: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components Intel ® LGA1151 CPU Intel LGA1151 compatible CPU Fan ® Phillips (cross) screwdriver SATA hard disk drive PC chassis DIMM 1 bag of screws Power supply unit SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components above are not included in the motherboard package. xvii...
  • Page 18 xviii...

  • Page 19: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    SATA Express provides faster data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb/s, allowing your system to catch up with the speed of the SSDs. It also features backward compatibility with up to two SATA drives of the same speed. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 20: Other Special Features

    The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy- efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

  • Page 21: Motherboard Overview

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 22: Motherboard Layout

    1.2.2 Motherboard layout Refer to 1.2.9 Internal Connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 23: Layout Contents

    21. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 1-38 22. Q-Code LEDs 1-31 23. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) 1-39 24. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-32 25. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-31 26. Thermal Sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) 1-32 ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 24: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.

  • Page 25: System Memory

    The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 26: Memory Configurations

    Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
  • Page 27 AVD4U32001604G-4BZ1 16GB(4GB*4) H5AN4G8NMFR 16-18-18-36 1.35V • hynix AVEXIR AVD4U32001604G-4CIR 16GB(4GB*4) 16-18-18-36 1.35V • CORSAIR CMD16GX4M4A3200C16 16GB(4GB*4) 16-18-18-36 1.35V • GEIL GPR416GB3200C15QC 16GB(4GB*4) 15-15-15-35 1.35V • Kingston HX432C16PB2K4/16 16GB(4GB*4) 16-16-16-39 1.35V • Panram PUD43200C164G4NJW 16GB(4GB*4) 16-18-18-39 1.35V • ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...
  • Page 28 DDR4 3000 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) G.SKILL F4-3000C15Q-32GRR 32GB(8GB*4) SK hynix H5AN4G8NMFR 15-15-15-35 1.35V • G.SKILL F4-3000C15Q-32GRB 32GB(8GB*4) SK hynix H5AN4G8NMFR 15-15-15-35 1.35V • G.SKILL F4-3000C15Q-32GRK 32GB(8GB*4) SK hynix H5AN4G8NMFR 15-15-15-35...
  • Page 29 15-15-15-35 • • • (XMP) 4GB ) G.SKILL F4-2666C15Q-32GRR 32GB ( 4x 15-15-15-35 • • • (XMP) 8GB ) G.SKILL F4-2666C16Q2- 64GB ( 8x 16-16-16-36 • • • 64GRB(XMP) 8GB ) (continued on the next page) ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-11...
  • Page 30 DDR4 2666 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) ISDT IMA41GU6MFR8N- ISDT I5AN4G8NMFR 15-15-15-35 • • CF0(XMP) ISDT IMA451U6MFR8N- ISDT I5AN4G8NMFR 15-15-15-35 • • • CF0(XMP) Team TCD44G2666C15ABK Samsung K4A4G085WD 15-15-15-35 •...
  • Page 31 Transcend TS1GLH64V1H Samsung K4A4G085WD 2133-15-15- • • • 15-37 Transcend TS512MLH64V1H Samsung K4A4G085WD 2133-15-15- • • • 15-37 UMAX 84G44G93MC- Micron D9RGQ 15-15-15-36 • • • 21OMCALGF15 UMAX 84G48G93MC- Micron D9RGQ 15-15-15-36 • • • 21OMCGNGF15 ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-13...
  • Page 32 Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-14...

  • Page 33: Expansion Slots

    Slot No. Slot Description PCIE 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_3 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIE 2.0 x1_4 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-15...

  • Page 34: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    PCI Express 3.0 operating mode VGA configuration PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 x16 (single VGA Single VGA/PCIe card recommended) Dual VGA/PCIe card • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.

  • Page 35: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-17...
  • Page 36 BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-18...
  • Page 37 You may use the 5-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-19...
  • Page 38 EPU switch Enable this switch to automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Enable this switch when the system is powered off. • The EPU LED (OLED2) near the EPU switch lights up when the EPU switch is enabled.
  • Page 39 Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. EZ XMP switch Enable this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to enhance the DIMM’s speed and performance. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-21...

  • Page 40: Jumpers

    1.2.7 Jumpers CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2.

  • Page 41: Onboard Leds

    (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. TPU LED (TPU_LED) The TPU LED lights up when the TPU switch is enabled. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-23...
  • Page 42 EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-24...
  • Page 43 This LED lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-25...
  • Page 44 Q-Code table Code Description Not used Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode loading System Agent initialization after microcode loading PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization 0C –...
  • Page 45 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset (continued on the next page) ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-27...
  • Page 46 Code Description USB Detect USB Enable Reserved for future AMI codes 9E – 9F IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
  • Page 47 System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in PIC mode. System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-29...

  • Page 48: Internal Connectors

    1.2.9 Internal connectors Intel Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; SATA 6G_34; SATA ® 6G_56; SATAEXPRESS) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ®...
  • Page 49 This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-31...
  • Page 50 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. •...
  • Page 51 These connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows ® • These USB 3.0 ports support native UASP transfer standard in Windows 8.1 and ® Turbo Mode when using USB 3.1 Boost feature. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-33...
  • Page 52 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 48 Mb/s connection speed.
  • Page 53 Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • W_PUMP function support depends on water cooling device.
  • Page 54 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 55: System Panel Connector

    Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-37...
  • Page 56 TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function.
  • Page 57 Configuration regarding the BIOS switch. • When using Intel Desktop Responsiveness technologies with PCIe M.2 device, ® ensure to set up the Windows UEFI operating system under RAID mode. ® The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 1-39...
  • Page 58 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-40...

  • Page 59: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’...
  • Page 60 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 61: Cpu Installation

    CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...
  • Page 62 Top of CPU • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. DO NOT damage or bend the CPU Installation Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 63: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...
  • Page 64 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 65: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 66: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 67: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 68: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 69: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 2-11...

  • Page 70: Wi-Fi Antenna Installation

    2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 3T3R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. IO Shield • Ensure that the ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure to install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! software. The illustration above is for reference only. The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models.

  • Page 71: Bios Update Utility

    We recommend you to use a USB 2.0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. • Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for the location of the USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to automatically download the latest BIOS version. Shut down your computer. On your motherboard, press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the Flashback LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS Flashback function is enabled. Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for more information of the Flashback LED. If the system fails to boot after flashing the BIOS, unplug the power core and restart the system. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 2-13...
  • Page 72 • If the light flashes for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. This may be caused by improper installation of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-14...

  • Page 73: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    USB 3.1 Boost) Boost) Intel LAN port 2 (I211-AT)* USB 3.0 port 6 (supports Key Express) ® Intel LAN port 1 (I219-V)* USB 2.0 port 5 (supports USB BIOS ® Flashback) HDMI 2.0 port Audio I/O ports** DisplayPort * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 2-15...
  • Page 74 • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.1/3.0 devices to USB 3.1/3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB devices. • Multi-VGA output supports up to two displays under Windows OS environment or ® BIOS, and one display under DOS. • Intel display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks (Pixel Clock = H total x V Total x Frame Rate (Fresh screen rate)): DisplayPort / Mini DisplayPort: 675 MHz HDMI 2.0 port: 594 MHz * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description ACT/LINK SPEED No link 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Orange (Blinking) Data activity Green...

  • Page 75: Audio I/O Connections

    Rear Speaker Out Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Gray – – Side Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 2-17...
  • Page 76 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers If you are using Windows 8.1 platform, use only the gray audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-18...

  • Page 77: Starting Up For The First Time

    If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 2-19...

  • Page 78: Turning Off The Computer

    BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory detected short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the...

  • Page 79: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 80: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>, POST continues with its routines.

  • Page 81: Ez Mode

    Click to go to Advanced mode Loads optimized Search on the FAQ default settings Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 82: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode or press <F7> hotkey. Configuration fields Quick Note (F9) Pop-up Menu...

  • Page 83: Menu Bar

    This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard’s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 84: Hot Keys

    Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code:...

  • Page 85: Qfan Control

    Click to activate DC Mode configured PWM Mode Select a profile to apply to Click to apply the fan setting your fans Click to undo the Click to go back to main menu changes Select to manually configure your fans ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...
  • Page 86 Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’...

  • Page 87: Ez Tuning Wizard

    To start OC Tuning: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Click OC then click Next. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 88: Creating Raid

    Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I’m not sure, then click Next. After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to start the OC Tuning. Creating RAID To create RAID: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen.
  • Page 89 Speed (RAID5). After selecting the type of RAID, click Next then click Yes to continue the RAID setup. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-11...

  • Page 90: My Favorites

    My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-12...
  • Page 91 • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. Click Exit (ESC) or press <Esc> key to close Setup Tree Map screen. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-13...

  • Page 92: Main Menu

    Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.

  • Page 93: Administrator Password

    [Installed.] To set a user password: Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>. Confirm the password when prompted. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-15...

  • Page 94: Ai Tweaker Menu

    To change a user password: Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>. Confirm the password when prompted.
  • Page 95 CPU permanently. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings. CPU Core Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores.
  • Page 96 Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. Ensure to use water cooling device before selecting [TPU II]. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU SVID Support Disable this item to stop the CPU from communicating with the external voltage regulator.

  • Page 97: Dram Timing Control

    DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay L [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay S [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-19...
  • Page 98 DRAM CKE Minimum Pulse Width [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM Write Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] Skew Control ODT RTT WR (CHA) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0 DRAM CLOCK] [80 DRAM CLOCK] [120 DRAM CLOCK] [240 DRAM CLOCK] [255 DRAM CLOCK] ODT RTT PARK (CHA) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0 DRAM CLOCK] [34 DRAM CLOCK] [40 DRAM CLOCK] [48 DRAM CLOCK] [60 DRAM CLOCK] [80 DRAM...
  • Page 99 DRAM IOL (CHA DIMM1 Rank1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] DRAM IOL (CHB DIMM0 Rank0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] DRAM IOL (CHB DIMM0 Rank1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-21...
  • Page 100 DRAM IOL (CHB DIMM1 Rank0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] DRAM IOL (CHB DIMM1 Rank1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [15] IO Latency offset CHA IO_Latency_offset Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] CHB IO_Latency_offset Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] IO Latency RFR delay CHA RFR delay Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127]...
  • Page 101 Enable this item to enhance the stability of your system. Disable this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DLLBwEn [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [7] PLL Bandwidth [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Level 0] - [Level 10] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-23...
  • Page 102 External DIGI+ Power Control VRM Initialization Check [Disabled] Enable or disable this item if any error occurs during VRM initialization. Configuration options [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel specification and affects CPU power voltage. The CPU ®...
  • Page 103 Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. DRAM Power Phase Control [Extreme] This item allows you to set the power phase control of the DRAM. Configuration options: [Optimized] [Extreme] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-25...
  • Page 104 DRAM Switching Frequency [Auto] This item affects the VRM transient response speed and the component thermal production. Select [Manual] to configure a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. The following item appears only when you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual].
  • Page 105 This item allows you to reduce the EMI. Diable to get more accurate base clocks. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [-0.22] [-0.34] [-0.46] [+0.12] [+0.22] [+0.28] [+0.38] [+0.17] BCLK Frequency Slew Rate [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [32us/MHz] [64us/MHz] [128us/MHz] [512us/ MHz] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-27...
  • Page 106 DRAM VTT Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.500] - [1.300] VPPDDR Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1.86500] - [3.13500] DMI Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.30000] - [1.90000] Core PLL Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.70000] - [2.40000] PLL Bandwidth [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Level 0] - [Level 10] CPU Core/Cache Current Limit Max.
  • Page 107 Configuration options: [Auto] [1.0000] - [2.0000] CPU VCCIO Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.70000] - [1.80000] CPU System Agent Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.70000] - [1.80000] PLL Termination Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.36000] - [2.10000] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-29...
  • Page 108 PCH Core Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.70000] - [1.80000] CPU Standby Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.80000] - [1.80000] DRAM REF Voltage Control DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHA/CHB [Auto] Configures the DRAM reference voltage on the control lines. The reference volage will be the DRAM voltage times the configured value.

  • Page 109: Advanced Menu

    The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-31...

  • Page 110: Cpu Configuration

    3.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Hyper-threading [Enabled] This item allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors, allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processors simultaneously.
  • Page 111 When enabled, CPU will switch to minimum speed when all cores enter C-State. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C3 Report [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-33...

  • Page 112: Platform Misc Configuration

    CPU C6 Report [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Package C State Limit [Auto] This item allows you to set the a C-state limit for the CPU package. Configuration options: [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [C7] [C7s] [Auto] CFG Lock [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CFG Lock.
  • Page 113 ASPM to take effect. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1] PEG ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1]...

  • Page 114: System Agent (Sa) Configuration

    3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration VT-d [Enabled] Allows you to enable virtualization technology function on memory control hub. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration This item allows you to select a primary display from CPU and PCIe graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] This item allows you to select the primary display from CPU and PCIe devices.

  • Page 115: Pch Configuration

    While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-37...
  • Page 116 SATA Controller(s) [enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the SATA Device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] This item allows you to set the SATA configuration. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface).

  • Page 117: Usb Configuration

    [Disabled] Disables the XHCI Hand-off support. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-39...

  • Page 118: Network Stack Configuration

    3.6.7 Network Stack Configuration Network stack [Disable] This item allows you to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE wake event.
  • Page 119 USB 3.1 controller of your system. ® Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASMedia USB 3.1 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the ASMedia USB 3.1 battery charging support of your system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-41...
  • Page 120 USB Type C Power Switch [Auto] [Auto] The system will automatically detect your USB Type C devices and provide suitable power if needed. [Enabled] The USB Type C port will always provide power to your devices. ASMedia Storage Controller (SATA6G_E12) [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the ASM1061 storage controller.

  • Page 121: Apm Configuration

    This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC (Real-Time Clock) to generate a wake event and configure the RTC alarm date. When enabled, you can set the days, hours, minutes, or seconds to schedule an RTC alarm date. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-43...

  • Page 122: Hdd/Ssd Smart Information

    3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. 3.6.11 Intel(R) Thunderbolt Intel Thunderbolt Technology [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the Intel Thunderbolt Technology. Configuration options: [Fully Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] ThunderBolt Boot Support [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the ThunderBolt Boot Support.

  • Page 123: Monitor Menu

    N/A. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Core Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select [Ignore] if you do not want to detect this item. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-45...
  • Page 124 Qfan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Auto] Detect the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the mode control. [PWM Mode] Enable the CPU Q-Fan control feature in PWM mode for 4-pin CPU fan.
  • Page 125 [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-47...
  • Page 126 The values range from 0% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the limit, the Chassis Fan 1-4 fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. ASUS FAN EXTENSION CARD is required to configure these items Extension Fan 1-4 Q-Fan Control [DC Mode] [Disabled] Disable the Extension Fan Q-Fan control feature.
  • Page 127 The following items appear only when you set the Water Pump Control to [DC mode] or [PWM mode]. Water Pump Upper Temperature [25] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the Water Pump temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-49...

  • Page 128: Boot Menu

    Water Pump Max. Duty Cycle (%) [100] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the maximum Extension Fan 1-4 duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the Water Pump will operate at the maximum duty cycle.
  • Page 129 [Full Screen] Sets the boot logo display in full screen during POST. [Disabled] Disables the boot logo display during POST. The following item appears only when you set the Boot Logo Display to [Auto] and [Full Screen]. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-51...
  • Page 130 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The Option ROM Messages will be shown during the POST. [Disabled] Only the ASUS logo will be shown during the POST. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute the trap right away. [Disabled] Execute the trap during legacy boot.

  • Page 131: Secure Boot

    Get the optimized function when booting on Windows non- ® UEFI mode. Microsoft Secure Boot only supports Windows ® ® UEFI mode. Key Management Install Default Secure Boot keys This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-53...
  • Page 132 Save Secure Boot Keys This item allows you to save the PK (Platform Keys) to a USB storage device. PK Management Set New Key This item allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable.

  • Page 133: Boot Option Priorities

    OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST (Windows 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.

  • Page 134: Tool Menu

    To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may become unstable if you run Secure Erase on an incompatible SSD.
  • Page 135 Locked. SSDs might be locked if the Secure Erase process is either incomplete • or was stopped. This may be due to a third party software that uses a different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 136: Asus Overclocking Profile

    3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load from Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.

  • Page 137: Asus Spd Information

    This item displays the information and recommended configuration for the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration options: [PCIEX16_1] [PCIEX16_2] ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 3-59...

  • Page 138: Exit Menu

    3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.

  • Page 139: Updating Bios

    ® ASUS EZ Flash 3: Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 3.11.1...

  • Page 140: Asus Ez Flash 3

    3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Updating through the Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet.
  • Page 141 To update the BIOS by Internet: Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press <Enter>. Select by Internet. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press <Enter>.

  • Page 142: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at http://support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 143: Chapter 4: Software Support

    Connect the USB ODD or USB storage device to your 100 series platform. Insert the ASUS support DVD into a SATA ODD on your 100 series platform. Power on your system and press F8 during POST (Power-On Self Test) to enter the boot screen.
  • Page 144 Select the USB ODD or USB storage device as the boot device. The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. The “Setup is starting...” screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows 7 installation.
  • Page 145 ® source using a third-party ISO software. Copy both “Auto_Unattend.xml” and “Auto_Unattend” folder from the root directory of the ASUS supporting DVD to your system. Edit the ISO file and add both “Auto_Unattend.xml” and “Auto_Unattend” folder into the ISO file.
  • Page 146 1 x USB storage device (8 GB or more) Insert the Windows 7 installation DVD. ® Launch the ASUS EZ Installer located on the ASUS support DVD. Select a method of creating a modified Windows 7 installation file: ® •...
  • Page 147 - Click Yes to clear the contents on the USB storage device and create a bootable USB device. Make sure to backup contents on the USB storage device, as it will be formatted. - Once completed, click OK to finish. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...
  • Page 148 • Windows 7 OS disk to ISO file ® - Select Windows 7 OS disk to ISO file then click Next. - Check I agree and then click Next. - Select the source of the Windows 7 installation disk then click Next. ®...
  • Page 149 The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. The “Setup is starting...” screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows 7 installation. ® ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 150: Support Dvd Information

    Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. In the AutoPlay dialog box, Click Run ASSETUP.EXE. If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-Click \\bin\ASSETUP.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. Chapter 4: Software Support...

  • Page 151: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    Click to display product related information Click to select an item to install Click to display the ASUS contact information Click to browse the file list of the suport CD Click to install the selected items 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD.

  • Page 152: Software Information

    View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite 3 Ensure that you have an Administrator account before installing AI Suite 3 in your operating system.
  • Page 153 Launching AI Suite 3 Windows 7 OS ® From the Desktop, Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. You can also launch AI Suite in Windows 7 by clicking or tapping on the Notification ®...
  • Page 154 Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user guide may vary depending on the motherboard model. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software Support...
  • Page 155 The AI Suite 3 mini-menu allows you to quickly access the important items in the AI Suite 3. Click to expand the quick launch area or start quick launch Quick launch area Click to select the available features for AI Suite 3 mini-menu ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 4-13...

  • Page 156: Ai Charger

    4.4.1 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. Launching Ai Charger+ To launch Ai Charger+, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Ai Charger+.

  • Page 157: Usb 3.1 Boost

    Boost. For more details, refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection. • USB 3.1 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.1/3.0 devices that support UASP. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. For a higher data transfer performance, use a USB 3.1/3.0 device. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 4-15...

  • Page 158: Ez Update

    4.4.3 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s software, drivers and BIOS easily. With this utlity, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that displays during POST. Launching EZ Update To launch EZ Update, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select EZ...
  • Page 159 Click to go back to EZ Click to proceed the updating BIOS Update main screen and boot logo After you Click BIOS Update button, Click Flash to update the BIOS and upload the boot logo in your system. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 4-17...

  • Page 160: Usb Bios Flashback

    4.4.4 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. Launching USB BIOS Flashback To launch USB BIOS Flashback, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB BIOS Flashback.
  • Page 161 Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. After the utility detects a new BIOS, Click from the Save to: field, select the USB flash drive, then Click Download. After the download is complete, Click ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 4-19...

  • Page 162: Push Notice

    4.4.5 Push Notice This utility allows you get the detailed status of your system to your smart device. You can also send messages to your smart device using this utility. Before using this utility, ensure that you pair your computer with your smart device. For pairing information, refer to section Pairing your computer and smart device.
  • Page 163 Tick to select the smart device Tick to select and send alerts to your smart device Tick to send alert when the components selected are back to its normal status ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 4-21...
  • Page 164 Sending messages to your smart device This feature allows you to send messages to your smart device. You can also send messages via the Push Notice messaging shortcut on the lower-right corner of your screen. To do this, Click << then Click then select Tick to select the smart device...

  • Page 165: System Information

    AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click the MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. Viewing the CPU information Click the CPU tab to view the processor’s information. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 4-23...
  • Page 166 Viewing the SPD information Click the SPD tab to view the memory’s information. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-24...

  • Page 167: Key Express

    Function keys, and Shortcut settings Express function on/off Windows Login Select Windows account order and enter your password • This function is meant for convenience, not for security. • This function is not supported at the account switch screen. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 4-25...
  • Page 168 Function Keys Drag and drop the icons onto F1 to F10 Set the power-on button to a hotkey to use it to wake up your PC when Key Express is installed. Shortcut Select a folder or a program to launch Chapter 4: Software Support 4-26...

  • Page 169: Audio Configurations

    HD Audio Manager with DTS Studio Sound ® Windows 8.1 / Windows ® ® Configuration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Set default device button Control settings panel Analog and digital connector status ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series 4-27...
  • Page 170 Selecting an audio output Realtek HD Audio Manager allows you to select the type of audio output depending on the output device that you are using. To select an audio output: Insert the audio device’s jack to the Line Out (lime) port. If the audio device’s jack is already inserted to the corresponding port, Click on the Realtek HD Audio Manager.

  • Page 171: Chapter 5: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 172: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 173: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...
  • Page 174 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Name: Volume 0 RAID Level: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Disks: dssdsdsds Strip Size:aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Capacity:aaaaaaaaaaaaaa Sync:aaaaaaaaaa Create volume [HELP] Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less.
  • Page 175 ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N) Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...
  • Page 176 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: [DELETE VOLUME MENU] Name...

  • Page 177: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Select 32bit or 64bit folder depending on your operating system. Copy the files of the selected folder to the root path of your USB storage device. To set up a Windows UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to load the UEFI ® driver for your optical drive. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 178: Installing The Raid Driver During Windows ® Os Installation

    5.2.2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® installation To install the RAID driver for Windows ® During the OS installation, click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation media containing the RAID driver. Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive, and then click Browse.

  • Page 179: Appendix

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS Z170-DELUXE Series...

  • Page 180: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 181: Rf Equipment Notices

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 182 FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
  • Page 183 Slovenščina AsusTek Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s di conformità CE. temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimi določili direktiv CE. Za več Компания ASUS заявляет, что это устройство соответствует основным informacij glejte Izjavo CE o skladnosti. требованиям и другим соответствующим условиям европейских...

  • Page 184: Asus Contact Information

    800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923 Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11 Online support http://www.asus.com/de/support/...
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