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  • Page 1 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...
  • 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING specifications summary ..........ix Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Motherboard overview ................1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed ..............1-1 1.1.2...
  • Page 4 3.6.11 USB Configuration ..............3-28 Monitor menu ................... 3-29 Boot menu ....................3-31 Tool menu ....................3-34 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............3-34 3.9.2 ASUS Overclocking Profile ............3-34 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-34 3.10 Exit menu ....................3-35 3.11...
  • Page 5 Appendix Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-5...

  • 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.

  • Page 9: Tuf Z370-Plus Gaming Specifications Summary

    Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)* ® * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the complete Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (support x16, x8/x4+x4*) 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe...
  • Page 10 - ASUS SafeSlot: Protect your graphics card Investment - ASUS ESD Guard: Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability! - ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 7 Phase digital power design Superb Performance...
  • Page 11 Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Slot Quiet Thermal Design ASUS Quiet - ASUS ASUS Fan Xpert 4 Core Thermal Solution - Stylish Fanless Design: PCH Heat-sink & MOS Heat-sink & M.2 Heat- sink solution Precision Tweaker 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU Core voltage at 0.005V increment - iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.005V increment...
  • Page 12 CPU and chassis fans installed and changes the control mode automatically. 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My BIOS Features...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING Technical documentations, Support DVD motherboard certification card 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x I/O Shield 1 x TUF GAMING sticker •...

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

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

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    LGA1151 HDMI U31G2_E12 1142 LAN_U31G1_56 AUDIO CHA_FAN2 PCIEX1_1 2280 2260 2242 ® PCIE SATA IRST PCIEX16_1 M.2_1(SOCKET3) 219V TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING Lithium Cell CMOS Power Intel ® Z370 Super PCIEX1_2 W_PUMP+ PCIEX16_2 PCIE SATA IRST M.2_2(SOCKET3) PCIEX1_3 2280 2260 2242...

  • Page 17: Layout Contents

    2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP+, 1-15 4-pin AIO_PUMP, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2) 3. LGA1151 CPU socket 4. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) 1-10 6. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U31G1_12; U31G1_34) 1-14 7. M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2) 1-18 8. Intel SATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) 1-12 ® 9. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 1-17 10. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; USB1314) 1-13 11. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-12 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-13 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 18: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 8th Generation Core™ processors. ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING CPU LGA1151 • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. 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. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 19: System Memory

    1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad 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. ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 20: Memory Configurations

    Memory configurations You may install 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. • For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following: I nstall a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4 GB or more on the ® motherboard. F or more details, refer to the Microsoft support site at ® http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • For DRAM compatibility and performance, please use A2 slot for priority 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 21: Expansion Slots

    1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. PCIEX1_1 ® PCIEX16_1 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX1_4 Slot No. Slot Description PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_2 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_3 slot PCIE 3.0/2.0 x1_4 slot ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 22 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™ mode. • Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. PCI Express 3.0 operating mode Hyper M.2 X16 card configuration PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 3 Intel SSD on CPU support x8 + x4 +x4 ®...

  • Page 23: Jumpers

    Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ® CLRTC PIN 1 TUF Z370-K GAMING Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. Hold down the <Delete> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never place a metal object or jumper cap on the CLRTC jumper. Placing a metal object or jumper cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and place a metal object or jumper cap again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and turn on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 24 RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) This header is for RGB LED strips. RGB_HEADER +12V PIN 1 ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING RGB_HEADER connector The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. 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. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is aligned with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is operating. • The LED strips are purchased separately. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 25: Onboard Leds

    1.1.7 Onboard LEDs RGB LED The RGB LED lighting control provides several lighting schemes, which allow you to customize your favorite LED effect. You can set your favorite LED effect to cast a stunning multi-color glow across your build, change shades to indicate CPU temperature, pulsate in time to the beat of your music, or set your favorite color for each pair of LEDs. ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING RGB LED TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING RGB LED Lighting ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 1-11...

  • Page 26: Internal Connectors

    These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 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. ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING SPDIF_OUT TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING Digital Audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 27 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AAFP ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING HD-audio-compliant pin definition TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING Analog front panel connector We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. USB1112 USB1314 ®...
  • Page 28 U31G1_12 U31G1_34 PIN 1 Vbus Vbus IntA_P1_SSRX- IntA_P2_SSRX- IntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P2_SSRX+ PIN 1 IntA_P1_SSTX- ® IntA_P2_SSTX- IntA_P1_SSTX+ TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P1_D- IntA_P2_D- IntA_P1_D+ IntA_P2_D+ TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system’s setting. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 29 CHA_FAN1 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR W_PUMP+ CHA_FAN2 ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING Fan connectors • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • 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 (12W) fan power. • Connect the fan of your water cooling kit to the AIO_PUMP / W_PUMP+ connector.
  • Page 30 Power OK PIN 1 +5 Volts +5 Volts PSON# ® +3 Volts -12 Volts TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350W. • DO NOT forget to connect the 8-pin EATX12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

  • Page 31: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR_LED- PWR_SW SPEAKER ® PANEL PIN 1 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING +HDD_LED- RESET +PWR_LED- TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING System panel connector • System power LED (4-pin +PWR_LED-) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDD_LED-) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
  • Page 32 M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2) These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. M.2_1(SOCKET3) 2280 2260 2242 M.2_2(SOCKET3) ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2280 2260 2242 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING M.2 sockets • M.2_1/2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices. • These sockets support IRST (Intel Rapid Storage Technology). ® The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 33: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    2.1.1 Motherboard installation Install the ASUS I/O 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’ rear I/O panel.
  • Page 34 Place eight screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. ® TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 35: Cpu Installation

    2.1.2 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. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 36 • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • 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 37: 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 38 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 39: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 40: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.6 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 41: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 42: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 43: M.2 Installation

    2.1.9 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-11...

  • Page 44: M.2 Heatsink Installation

    M.2 heatsink installation • Please remove the plastic film from the thermal pad before use. • Use the bundled M.2 screws to secure the M.2. • Remove the screw on the motherboard (marked red in the above illustration) if you do not use the onboard M.2 Heatsink. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-12...

  • Page 45: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-13...
  • Page 46 * 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 1 Gbps connection Orange (Blinking Ready to wake up LAN port then steady) from S5 mode You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS.

  • Page 47: Audio I/O Connections

    2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2 Speakers ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-15...
  • Page 48 Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Connect to 8 Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-16...

  • Page 49: Starting Up For The First Time

    Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 2-17...

  • Page 50: 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 51: 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 52: 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 53: 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(F7) or press the <F7> hotkey.

  • Page 54: 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 55: 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: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program.

  • Page 56: Q-Fan Control

    Click to activate DC Mode configured PWM Mode Click to apply the fan setting Select a profile to apply to your fans Click to go back to main menu Click to undo the changes Select to manually configure your fans ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 57 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 58: 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 59: 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 60 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-11...

  • Page 61: 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 62 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-13...

  • Page 63: 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 64: Dram Frequency

    ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [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. AVX Instruction Core Ratio Negative Offset Enter the numerical value that will be subtracted from your core ratio to get the ratio at which the AVX applications run.

  • Page 65: Dram Timing Control

    CPU SVID Support [Auto] Disabling SVID Support stops the processor from communicating with the external voltage regulator. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+>...
  • Page 66 This item allows you to set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 250KHz to 500KHz with a 50KHz interval. CPU Graphics Power Duty Control ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-17...
  • Page 67 The GT power duty control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component’s phase. [T. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to maintain the current VRM balance. CPU Graphics Power Phase Control This item allows you to set the power phase control of GT. Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Extreme] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to [Extreme].
  • Page 68 Max. CPU Cache Ratio Allows you to set the possible maximum CPU cache ratio. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 8 to 42 with a 1 interval. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-19...

  • Page 69: Dram Voltage

    Max. CPU Graphics Ratio Allows you to set the maximum CPU graphics ratio. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1 to 220 with a 1 interval. BCLK Aware Adaptive Voltage Allows you to enable or disable the BCLK Aware Adaptive Voltage. CPU Core/Cache Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores.
  • Page 70 This item allows you to set the PCH core voltage. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800V to 1.600V with a 0.01 interval DRAM REF Voltage Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM REF Voltage. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-21...

  • Page 71: Advanced Menu

    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. 3.6.1 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the ASPM for PCH and SA PCI Express.

  • Page 72: Cpu Configuration

    [1 sec] CPU - Power Management Control This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU’s power. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-23...

  • Page 73: System Agent (Sa) Configuration

    Turbo Mode This item allows you to automatically set the CPU cores to run faster than the base operating frequency when it is below the operating power, current and temperature specification limit. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU C-States This item allows you to set the power saving of the CPU states. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CFG Lock [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CFG Lock.

  • Page 74: Pch Configuration

    [Intel RST Premium With Set to [RAID] when you want to create a RAID configuration Intel Optane System from the SATA hard disk drives. Acceleration (RAID)] ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-25...

  • Page 75: Pch-Fw Configuration

    Aggressive LPM Support [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [AHCI] and allows you to enable or disable PCH entering link power state aggressively. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SMART Self Test SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitoring system that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks.

  • Page 76: Apm Configuration

    The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-27...

  • Page 77: Network Stack Configuration

    Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Space Bar] Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Ctrl-Esc] Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Power Key] Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.

  • Page 78: Monitor Menu

    [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-29...
  • Page 79 The following items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 25ºC to 75ºC. CPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the <+>...

  • Page 80: Boot Menu

    Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-31...

  • Page 81: Boot Configuration

    [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed during POST. [Keep Current] Disables the ROM messages and displays only the ASUS logo during POST. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] This item allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by the option ROMs. Configuration options:...

  • Page 82: Secure Boot

    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 83: Tool Menu

    3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 84: Exit Menu

    <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Ok to discard changes and exit. Launch EFI Shell from USB drives This item allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING 3-35...

  • Page 85: 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 86: 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 87 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 3 Utility and press <Enter>. Select via Internet. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press <Enter>.

  • Page 88: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 89 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-40...

  • Page 90: Chapter 4: 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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 91: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    4.1.2 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 92 When the RAID Level item is selected, press <Enter> to select the RAID level to create, and then press <Enter>. Under Select Disks, press <Enter> and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 93 When the Strip Size item is selected, press <Enter> to select strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press <Enter>. The available strip size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128 KB RAID 10: 64 KB RAID 5: 64 KB...
  • Page 94 <Enter>. The following screen appears: When the Delete item is selected, press <Enter>, then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 95: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    4.1.4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ® To enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: ® Turn on the system. During POST, press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu. RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Devices: Port Device Model...
  • Page 96 Serial # Size Status ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 97 Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. Use the up/down arrow key to select the strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press <Enter>.
  • Page 98 (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y/N): Press <Y> to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press <N> to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. ASUS TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...

  • Page 99: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Exiting the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ® To exit the utility: From the utility main menu, select 6. Exit, then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: [CONFIRM EXIT] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): Press <Y>...

  • Page 100: Federal Communications Commission Statement

    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 TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING...
  • Page 101 Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, RSS-210, and CAN ICES- 3(B)/NMB-3(B). 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 102 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 103 доступний на: www.asus.com/support Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support Türkçe AsusTek Computer Inc., bu aygıtın temel gereksinimlerle ve ilişkili Čeština Společnost ASUSTeK Computer Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že toto Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder.

  • Page 104: Asus Contact Information

    +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://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax...

  • Page 105: Declaration Of Conformity

    CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : TUF Z370-PLUS GAMING Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

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