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  • Page 3 ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING speciſ cations summary Starting up for the ſ rst time...
  • Page 4 RAID conſ gurations...
  • Page 6 • Chapter 1: Product Introduction • Chapter 2: Basic Installation • Chapter 3: BIOS Setup • Chapter 4: RAID Support Where to ſ nd more information...
  • Page 8 ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING speciſ cations summary * Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualiſ ed Vendors List) for details.
  • Page 9 speciſ cations summary SupremeFX S1220A 8-Channel high-deſ nition CODEC...
  • Page 10 speciſ cations summary...
  • Page 11 speciſ cations summary...
  • Page 12 Phillips (cross) screwdriver SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional)

  • Page 13: 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 ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 14: Motherboard Layout

    1.1.2 Motherboard layout 24.4cm(9.6in) CPU_OPT AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN EATX12V USB12 USB3_1-4 USB3_56 1142 LAN_USB3.1_EA2 USB3.1_EC1 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 Intel I211AT ® BATTERY X370 Super PCIEX1_2 s t r ix x 3 7 0 - F GA M IN G PCIEX16_2 S1220A PCIE SATA 22110...

  • Page 15: Layout Contents

    14. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) 15. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB34) 1-13 16. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) 1-13 17. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 1-10 18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-10 ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 16: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for AMD Ryzen / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ processors up to 8-core. s t r ix x 3 7 0 - F GA M IN G STRIX X370-F GAMING CPU socket AM4 The AM4 socket has a different pinout design.
  • Page 17 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. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 18: 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 PCIEX1_2 s t r ix x 3 7 0 - F GA M ING PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX16_3...
  • Page 19 • We recommend that you provide sufſ cient power when running CrossFireX or SLI ® mode. • Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 20: Onboard Leds

    1.1.6 Onboard LEDs Q LEDs (BOOT, VGA, DRAM, CPU) Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds.
  • Page 21 Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 22: Internal Connectors

    1.1.8 Internal connectors 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 s t r ix x 3 7 0 - F GA M IN G HD-audio-compliant pin definition...
  • Page 23 Before creating a RAID set, refer to section RAID conſ gurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI]. Refer to section SATA Conſ guration for details. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 1-11...
  • Page 24 USB 3.1 front panel connector (USB3.1_EC1) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 module for additional USB 3.1 ports. The latest USB 3.1 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. The next-generation standard is completely backward-compatible with your existing USB devices.
  • Page 25 This connector is for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard’s critical components and connected devices. T_SENSOR s t r ix x 3 7 0 - F GA M IN G PIN 1 SENSOR IN STRIX X370-F GAMING Thermal sensor connector ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 1-13...
  • Page 26 System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL +PWR_LED- PWR_SW SPEAKER PIN 1 s t r ix x 3 7 0 - F GA M IN G +HDD_LED- RESET +PWR_LED- * Requires an ATX power supply STRIX X370-F GAMING System panel connector •...
  • Page 27 W_PUMP+ function support depends on water cooling device. Header Max. Current Max. Power Default Speed Shared Control CPU_FAN Q-Fan Controlled CPU_OPT Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN1 Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN2 Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN3 Q-Fan Controlled AIO_PUMP Full Speed W_PUMP+ Full Speed ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 1-15...
  • Page 28 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to ſ t these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down ſ rmly until the connectors completely ſ t. EATX12V EATXPWR +3 Volts...
  • Page 29 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 strip is purchased separately. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 1-17...
  • Page 30 M.2 Socket 3 This socket allows you to install M.2 SSD modules. M.2(SOCKET3) 22110 2280 2260 2242 s t r ix x 3 7 0 - F GA M IN G STRIX X370-F GAMING M.2(SOCKET3) • For AMD Ryzen processors, the M.2(SOCKET3) supports PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices.

  • Page 31: Building Your Pc System

    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.

  • Page 32: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. s t r ix x 3 7 0 - F GA M IN G DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 33: Cpu Installation

    The AMD AM4 socket is compatible with AMD AM4 processors. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket. The CPU ſ ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 34: 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. Type 1 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 35 Type 2 When using this type of CPU fan, remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 36: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 37: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.6 SATA device connection ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 38: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install the front panel connector To install USB 3.1 connector USB 3.1 This connector will only ſ t in one 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...

  • Page 39: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 40: Installation

    2.1.9 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 41: Printing Part Installation

    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.
  • Page 42 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 DisplayPort USB 3.0 ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 USB 3.0 ports 1~6 LAN (RJ-45) port* Audio I/O ports** Optical S/PDIF OUT port USB 3.1 Type-C port EC1 USB 3.1 Type-A port EA2 HDMI port...
  • Page 43 Front Speaker Out Lime Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Sub woofer Center/Sub woofer – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Black Rear Speaker Out ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 2-13...

  • Page 44: 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 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 45 Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Connect to 8 Speakers ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 2-15...

  • Page 46: Turning Off The Computer

    Starting up for the ſ rst 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. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 47: Knowing Bios

    BI OS Set u p Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Uniſ ed 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 ƀexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 48: Bios Setup Program

    RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.

  • Page 49: Advanced Mode

    EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) Go back to EZ Mode Submenu items General help Conſ guration ſ elds Pop-up Menu Search on the FAQ Last modiſ ed settings Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...
  • Page 50 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and conſ guration. Main For changing the basic system conſ guration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing...

  • Page 51: Scroll Bar

    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 52 3.2.2 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. To switch from Advanced Mode to EZ Mode, click EZ Mode(F7) or press the <F7> hotkey. Displays the system properties of the selected mode.

  • Page 53: Q-Fan Control

    PWM Mode Select a proſ le 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 conſ gure your fans ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...
  • Page 54 Conſ guring fans manually Select Manual from the list of proſ les to manually conſ gure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Select to manually conſ gure your fans To conſ gure your fans: Select the fan that you want to conſ gure and to view its current status. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’...

  • Page 55: 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 ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...
  • Page 56 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. My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items.
  • Page 57 You cannot add user-managed items such as language and boot order to My Favorites. 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 ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 3-11...

  • Page 58: Ai Tweaker Menu

    EPU Power Saving Mode The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this item to set lower CPU core/cache voltage and achieve the best energy saving condition. Conſ guration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]...

  • Page 59: Advanced Menu

    This item allows you enable or disable CPU Virtualization. Conſ guration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Core Leveling Mode This item allows you to change the number of compute unit in the system. Conſ guration options: [Automatic mode] [One Computer Unit] ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 3-13...
  • Page 60 SATA Port items show Empty if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Hyper Kit Mode Disables this option for M.2 devices. Enables this option for ASUS Hyper Kit card. Conſ guration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Port Enable This item allows you to enable or disable the SATA Device.
  • Page 61 Conſ guration options: [On] [Off] Charging USB devices in Power State S5 This item allows you to chagre USB devices even when the system is at Power State S5. Conſ guration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 3-15...

  • Page 62: Hdd/Ssd Smart Information

    3.6.6 APM Conſ guration The items in this menu allow you to set system wake and sleep settings. ErP Ready [Disabled] This item allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement.

  • Page 63: Monitor Menu

    For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows UEFI mode. ® [Disabled] Disable the CSM to fully support the Windows ® the Windows secure update and secure boot. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING 3-17...

  • Page 64: Secure Boot

    To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST. • 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 65: Asus Ez Flash 3 Utility

    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 66: Asus Spd Information

    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 deſ ned by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase.

  • Page 67: Load Optimized Defaults

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

  • Page 68: Asus Ez Flash

    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 ƀoppy 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 69 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 via Internet. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press <Enter>.

  • Page 70: Asus Crashfree Bios

    The BIOS ſ le in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS ſ le published on the ASUS ofſ cial website. If you want to use the newer BIOS ſ le, download the ſ le at https://www.asus.com/support/ and save it to a USB ƀash drive.
  • Page 71 With the RAID 10 conſ guration you get all the beneſ ts of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 conſ gurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 72: 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 conſ guration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 73: Federal Communications Commission Statement

    The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modiſ cations to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING...

  • Page 74: Class B Ite

    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 75: Asus Recycling/Takeback Services

    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 76 Директив. Повний текст декларації відповідності стандартам ЄС 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 zařízení...

  • Page 77: 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 78: Declaration Of Conformity

    Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : ROG STRIX X370-F GAMING Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Infor mation: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

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