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  • Page 1 PRIME Z370-P II...
  • 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 ....................... v About this guide ......................vi PRIME Z370-P II specifications summary .............. viii Package contents ...................... xii Installation tools and components ................. xiii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Motherboard overview ................1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed ..............1-1 1.1.2...
  • Page 4 3.6.11 HDD/SSD SMART Information ..........3-18 Monitor menu ................... 3-19 Boot menu ....................3-19 Tool menu ....................3-21 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............3-21 3.9.2 ASUS User Profile..............3-21 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-21 3.10 Exit menu ....................3-22 3.11...

  • Page 5: 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 6: 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 7 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 8: Prime Z370-P Ii 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 x1, x2 and x4 devices) 4 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots...
  • Page 9 - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board; 2 ports @back panel) ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe with solid soldering - ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges! - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power...
  • Page 10 PRIME Z370-P II specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Ai Charger - ASUS AI Suite 3 EZ DIY UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS Special - featuring a friendly graphics user interface Features - ASUS O.C. Tuner - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3...
  • Page 11 PRIME Z370-P II specifications summary 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.1, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, BIOS Features CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My...

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items: ASUS PRIME Z370-P II motherboard User Guide Support DVD 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x I/O Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

  • Page 13: 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. xiii...

  • 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 PRIME Z370-P II...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    1.1.2 Motherboard layout 23.1cm(9.1in) KBMS_USB12 EATX12V DIGI+ CPU_FAN AIO_PUMP CHA_FAN1 LGA1151 HDMI U31G1_78 LAN1_U31G1_56 AUDIO CHA_FAN2 PCIEX1_1 2280 2260 2242 U31G1_12 PCIEX16_1 8111H BATTERY Intel ® Z370 Super PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_2 M.2_2(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA IRST PCIEX1_3 2280 2260 2242 CLRTC 128Mb BIOS PCIE_X1_4 SATA6G_3...
  • Page 17 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors; AIO pump connector (4-pin CPU_FAN, 1-13 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2; 4-pin AIO_PUMP) 3. LGA1151 CPU socket 4. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (20-1 pin U31G1_12; U31G1_34) 1-12 6. M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2) 1-16 7. Intel SATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) 1-10 ® 8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 1-15 9. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB34; USB56) 1-11 10. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) 11. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 1-12 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-11 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-10 ASUS PRIME Z370-P II...

  • Page 18: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for Intel Core™ ® 9000 series, 8 Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium and Celeron processors. ® ® PRIME Z370-P II CPU socket 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. • 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. PRIME Z370-P II 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_B2* DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* DIMM_A2* DIMM_A2* ASUS PRIME Z370-P II...
  • Page 20 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. • 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 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIE_X1_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 PRIME Z370-P II...
  • 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

    1.1.6 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 PRIME Z370-P II 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.

  • Page 24: Internal Connectors

    SATA 6.0Gb/s 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. SPDIF_OUT PRIME Z370-P II Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 25 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 HD-audio-compliant pin definition PRIME Z370-P II Front panel audio 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 USB34; USB56) 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. USB34 USB56 PIN 1 PIN 1 PRIME Z370-P II USB2.0 connectors DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the...
  • Page 26 IntA_P2_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSTX- IntA_P2_SSTX- IntA_P1_SSTX+ IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P1_D- IntA_P2_D- IntA_P1_D+ PIN 1 IntA_P2_D+ PRIME Z370-P II 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. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. PIN 1 PRIME Z370-P II Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately.
  • Page 27 CPU_FAN AIO_PUMP CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN PWR PRIME Z370-P II 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. Connect the pump cable from the all-in-one cooler (AIO cooler) to the AIO_PUMP header, and connect the fan cable to the CPU_FAN header. ASUS PRIME Z370-P II 1-13...
  • Page 28 +5 Volts Power OK -5 Volts PIN 1 +5 Volts +5 Volts PSON# +3 Volts -12 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 PRIME Z370-P II 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 29 System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR_LED- SPEAKER PWR_SW PANEL PIN 1 +HDD_LED- RESET +PWR_LED- PRIME Z370-P II 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.
  • Page 30 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) 2280 2260 2242 PRIME Z370-P II M.2 sockets • These sockets support PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices. • When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_1 port cannot be used. • These sockets support IRST (Intel Rapid Storage Technology). ® The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 31: 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. 2.1.1 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 will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. ASUS PRIME Z370-P II...

  • Page 32: Cooling System Installation

    2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling systems and CPU before you install the cooling systems and fan, if necessary. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 33 To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS PRIME Z370-P II...
  • Page 34 To install an AIO cooler AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN The illustrations in this section are for reference only. Please refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard Layout for the actual location of the header(s). Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 35: Motherboard Installation

    2.1.3 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. ASUS PRIME Z370-P II...
  • Page 36 Place nine (9) 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 37: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS PRIME Z370-P II...

  • Page 38: 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 39: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP To install USB 2.0 connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 ASUS PRIME Z370-P II...

  • Page 40: 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 41: M.2 Installation

    2.1.9 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. ASUS PRIME Z370-P II 2-11...

  • Page 42: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port HDMI port LAN port* DVI-D port Audio I/O ports** USB 2.0 ports USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type A ports * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. • USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices can only be used as data storage only. •...
  • Page 43 You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port’s LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. ** Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel 2-channel Light Blue (Rear Rear Speaker Rear Speaker Line In Rear Speaker Out panel) Front Speaker Front Speaker Front Speaker Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center Lime (Front panel) Side Speaker Out For a 7.1-channel speaker setup, refer to the 7.1-channel configuration in the table. ASUS PRIME Z370-P II 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-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-14...
  • Page 45 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ASUS PRIME Z370-P II 2-15...

  • Page 46: Starting Up For The First Time

    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. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) System power After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with the “green” standards or if it has a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the screen. 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. BIOS Beep Description VGA detected One short beep Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) No VGA detected...

  • Page 47: 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 48: 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 49: 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 PRIME Z370-P II...

  • Page 50: 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 51 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 PRIME Z370-P II...
  • Page 52 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 53: 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 PRIME Z370-P II...
  • Page 54 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 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 PRIME Z370-P II...
  • 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. Creating RAID To create RAID: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen.
  • Page 57 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 PRIME Z370-P II 3-11...

  • Page 58: 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 59 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 PRIME Z370-P II 3-13...

  • Page 60: 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 61: Advanced Menu

    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. CPU Core Ratio This item allows you to set the CPU core ratios. Configuration options: [Auto] [Sync All Cores] [Per Core] [AI Optimized] The [AI Optimized] item appears only when you use an unlocked CPU.

  • Page 62: Cpu Configuration

    3.6.2 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. 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.

  • Page 63: Pch-Fw Configuration

    Automatically detects the M.2 device mode. If a SATA device is detected, SATA6G_1 port will be disabled. [SATA Mode] Supports M.2 SATA devices only. SATA6G_1 port will be disabled. [PCIE Mode] Supports M.2 PCIe devices only. ASUS PRIME Z370-P II 3-17...

  • Page 64: Apm Configuration

    Realtek LAN Controller This item allows you to enable or disable the Realtek LAN controllers. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB power delivery in Soft Off state (S5) [Enabled] The USB port will provide power to your devices even when the system is in Power State S5.

  • Page 65: Monitor Menu

    Boot Configuration Setup Mode [Advanced Mode] This item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. ASUS PRIME Z370-P II 3-19...
  • Page 66 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 67: 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 68: 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 69: 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 70: 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 71 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 72: 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 73: Chapter 4: Raid Support

    ® RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configuration. For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support. 4.1.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks.
  • Page 74 Chapter 4: RAID Support...

  • Page 75: Appendix

    Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 76 Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence 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 77 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 78 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 79: 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...
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