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INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.
Contents Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii STRIX Z270G GAMING specifications summary ............. ix Package contents ..................... xiv Installation tools and components ................xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Motherboard overview ................1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed ..............1-1 1.1.2...
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HDD/SSD SMART Information ..........3-19 ..............3-19 Monitor menu ................... 3-20 Boot menu ....................3-20 Tool menu ....................3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase ................3-22 ............3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-24 3.9.5...
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Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS ......4-2 ® 4.1.4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ....4-6 Creating a RAID driver disk ..............4-10 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® ......... 4-10 Appendix Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-6...
Safety information Electrical safety 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. Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
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 that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the...
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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.
Processors. Before using Intel ® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. ** The M.2_1 socket shares bandwidth with SATA_1 port when using M.2 SATA mode device. Adjust BIOS settings to use SATA device.
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STRIX Z270G GAMING specifications summary ® Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN- Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst Technology MU-MIMO support Wireless & Bluetooth v4.1, 4.0LE, 3.0+HS* Bluetooth * Support for the Bluetooth specification depends on the Windows ®...
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STRIX Z270G GAMING specifications summary Performance Optimization 5-Way Optimization better CPU performance, power saving, digital power control, system cooling and app usages. Digi+VRM - EPU - Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple...
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STRIX Z270G GAMING specifications summary 2 x USB 3.1 ports (1 x typeA [red] and 1 x TypeC [black]) 1 x HDMI port 1 x DP port 2 x USB 2.0 ports [black] Rear Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue]...
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STRIX Z270G GAMING specifications summary 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ BIOS Features PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information.
1 x I/O shield Accessories 1 x CPU Installation tool 1 x 3D Printing Mount 1 x ROG Strix sticker 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) Application drive ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide...
Installation tools and components Intel ® 1151 CPU Intel ® 1151 compatible CPU Fan Phillips (cross) screwdriver SATA hard disk drive PC chassis 1 bag of screws DIMM Power supply unit SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components listed above are not included in the motherboard package.
2.1.1 Motherboard installation 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’ rear I/O panel.
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Place eight (8) 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...
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 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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Top of CPU ® LGA1151 socket. on the motherboard. the CPU Installation Tool. picking up the CPU Installation Tool. Tool to prevent CPU damage. incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. Chapter 2: Basic 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 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install USB 3.1 connector USB 3.1 orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 3.0 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.0 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector AAFP Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...
2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2T2R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. IO Shield ports. 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.
For more details regarding the installation of the 3D printing part on your motherboard, please refer to the product page of your motherboard on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. You may use the screw package included to secure the 3D printing part to the 3D Mount.
Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth HDMI 1.4b port V4.0* USB 3.1 Type-A port EA1 USB 2.0 ports 910 DisplayPort USB 3.0 ports 12 PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port USB 3.0 ports 56 Intel ®...
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Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 2-17...
2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-18...
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Connect to 4 channel Speakers Connect to 6 channel Speakers ® If you are using Windows 8.1/10 platform, use only the light blue audio port for Side ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 2-19...
Connect to 8 channel Speakers Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Ensure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector.
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. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 2-21...
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Knowing BIOS DO NOT change the default BIOS settings We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel Z270SG.CAP ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
BIOS setup program Entering BIOS at startup Entering BIOS Setup after POST Load Optimized Defaults Exit <F5> 3.10 Exit Menu 1.1.7 Jumpers BIOS menu screen EZ Mode Advanced Mode Setup Mode in Boot menu Chapter 3: BIOS Setup...
Displays the CPU Fan’s speed. Click the button to manually tune the fans Click to go to Advanced mode Loads optimized Search on the FAQ default settings Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
3.2.2 Advanced Mode Advanced Mode(F7) Configuration fields Hot Keys Pop-up Menu Scroll bar Menu bar Language MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) Go back to EZ Mode Last modified settings Menu items General help Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output Chapter 3: BIOS Setup...
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Menu bar My Favorites Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Menu items Main Submenu items Language My Favorites(F3) 3.3 My Favorites Q-Fan Control(F6) 3.2.3 QFan Control EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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Search on FAQ Hot keys Scroll bar General help Configuration fields Last Modified button Chapter 3: BIOS Setup...
Click to activate DC Mode configured PWM Mode Select a profile to Click to apply the fan setting apply to your fans Click to undo the Click to go back to main menu changes Select to manually configure your fans ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning Next Daily Computing Gaming/Media Editing, Next ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, I’m not sure, Next Next Creating RAID RAID Next ® PCIE SATA Next Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-10...
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Easy Backup Super Speed Next Next Easy Backup (RAID1) Easy Backup (RAID10) Next Super Speed (RAID0) Super Speed (RAID5) Next ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-11...
Main menu Security 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches [Not Installed] [Installed] Ai Tweaker menu Ai Overclock Tuner Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-14...
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[Manual] BCLK Frequency ASUS MultiCore Enhancement CPU Core Ratio BCLK Frequency : DRAM Frequency Ratio DRAM Frequency [TPU II]. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-15...
Internal CPU Power Management Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) Turbo Mode Advanced menu 3.6.1 CPU Configuration Hyper-threading CPU - Power Management Control Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) Turbo Mode CPU C states Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-16...
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3.6.2 Platform Misc Configuration 3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration 3.6.4 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration PCIe Speed 3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration Not Present SATA Controller(s) SATA Mode Selection SMART Self Test ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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SATA6G_1(Charcoal Black) - SATA6G_6(Charcoal Black) SATA6G_1(Charcoal Black) - SATA6G_6(Charcoal Black) Hot Plug AHCI 3.6.6 PCH-FW Configuration 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller M.2_1 Configuration: [Auto][SATA mode][PCIE mode] USB Type C Power Switch RGB LED lighting Intel LAN Controller Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-18...
3.6.8 APM Configuration ErP Ready [Enabled] 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information 3.6.11 USB Configuration The Mass Storage Devices None USB Single Port Control 1.1.2 Motherboard layout ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-19...
Monitor menu Qfan Configuration Qfan Tuning W_PUMP+ Control Boot menu Fast Boot [Enabled] Next Boot after AC Power Loss Setup Mode CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Launch CSM ® ® Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-20...
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[Enabled] Boot Devices Control Boot from Network Devices Boot from Storage Devices Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices Secure Boot ® Boot Option Priorities ® ® Boot Override ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-21...
3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile Load Profile Profile Name Save to Profile Load/Save Profile from/to USB Drive 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information GPU Post Bus Interface Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-24...
RAID 1 (Data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to RAID 5 RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data) having ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 4.1.3 Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS ® To enter the Intel Advanced menu > PCH Storage Configuration [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)] Boot menu >...
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Creating a RAID set ® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select Create RAID Volume and X for the disks you want to include in the ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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We recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher strip size for multimedia Capacity (MB) item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you Create Volume and return to the Intel ® Chapter 4: RAID Support...
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Deleting a RAID set ® Rapid Storage Technology menu, select the RAID volume you want to Delete Yes to delete the RAID ® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to volume and return to the Intel ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
® 4.1.4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Devices: Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID) ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk...
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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 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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We recommend a lower strip size for server systems, and a higher strip size for multimedia Capacity item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you want Create Volume WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N) Chapter 4: RAID Support...
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(This does not apply to Recovery volumes) ]-Select [ESC]-Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume [DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION] ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST! (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y/N): ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
® Exiting the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: 5. Exit [CONFIRM EXIT] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): Creating a RAID driver disk 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® To install the RAID driver for Windows ®...
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 expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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IC: Canadian Compliance Statement 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.
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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.
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FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with 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.
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(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Representative Pe Steve Chang / President Signature : Date : Oct. 31, 2016 Ver. 140331 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
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