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  • Page 1 PRIME Z270-P...
  • 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 Contents Safety information ..................iv About this guide ..................iv Package contents ..................vi PRIME Z270-P specifications summary ............ vi Chapter 1 Product introduction Before you proceed ..............1-1 Motherboard overview ..............1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........... 1-3 System memory ................1-7 Expansion slots ................
  • Page 4 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 5 Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
  • Page 6 Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at x16 mode) Expansion 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and...
  • Page 7 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. *** These functions work depending on the type of CPU installed. Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit LAN controller supports ASUS LANGuard ®...
  • Page 8 PRIME Z270-P specifications summary Specifications Gaming Scenario Audio Features - Audio that roars on the battlefield ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS AI Charger - ASUS AI Suite 3 ASUS EZ DIY unique UEFI BIOS EZ Mode features - Featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS O.C.
  • Page 9 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 BIOS features...
  • Page 11 When installing the motherboard, place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image. 1.2.2 Screw holes Place six 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. ASUS PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 12 Place this side towards the rear of the chassis PRIME Z270-P 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 22.1cm(8.7in) KBMS CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM CHA_FAN1 EATX12V USB3_78 LGA1151 HDMI USB3_56 LAN_USB910 CHA_FAN2 AUDIO 2280 2260 2242 PCIEX1_1 M.2_1 8111H PCIE SATA IRST PCIEX16_1 PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 13 8. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 1-12 9. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 1-21 10. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 1-15 11. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM) 1-15 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-18 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-16 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 7th/6th Generation Intel Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium and Celeron processors. ® ® ® PRIME Z270-P PRIME Z270-P CPU socket LGA1151 ASUS PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 14 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for the LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • 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. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 15 1.3.2 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. ASUS PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 16 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 17 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. 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. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.35 V is recommended to protect the ® CPU. PRIME Z270-P PRIME Z270-P 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32GB and 64GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. You can refer to the recommended memory population below. Recommended memory configurations ASUS PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 18 ® I nstall a 64-bit Windows OS if you want to install 4GB 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. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • 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 system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 19 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM ASUS PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 20 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).
  • Page 21 PCIEx16_1 shared – – – – – – – PCIEx16_2 shared – – – – – – – M.2_1 shared – – – – – – – M.2_2 shared – – – – – – – ASUS PRIME Z270-P 1-11...
  • Page 22 Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header 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 PRIME Z270-P PIN 1 PRIME Z270-P Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins. Plug the power cord and turn on the computer. 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.
  • Page 23 Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Refer to the audio configuration table for the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Headset Port 4.1-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel 2.1-channel Light Blue (Rear panel) Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center Lime (Front panel) Side Speaker Out ASUS PRIME Z270-P 1-13...
  • Page 24 To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 7.1-channel audio output. USB 2.0 ports. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. USB 3.0 ports (Blue, Type A). These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the limitation of USB 3.0 controller, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D can not be converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 25 1.7.2 Internal connectors 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 Z270-P PRIME Z270-P Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to 480Mbps connection speed. USB1112 USB1314 PRIME Z270-P PIN 1 PIN 1 PRIME Z270-P USB2.0 connectors...
  • Page 26 IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P1_D- IntA_P2_D- IntA_P1_D+ IntA_P2_D+ USB3_34 PIN 1 PRIME Z270-P PRIME Z270-P USB3.0 Front panel connectors The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. 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. PRIME Z270-P SPDIF_OUT PRIME Z270-P Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
  • Page 27 -5 Volts PIN 1 +5 Volts +5 Volts PSON# +3 Volts -12 Volts PRIME Z270-P +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 PRIME Z270-P ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up. • We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is...
  • Page 28 This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AAFP PIN 1 PRIME Z270-P HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition PRIME Z270-P 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. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. If you want to connect an AC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD]. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module.
  • Page 29 W hen a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_1 port cannot be used. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately. Intel Z270 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 PRIME Z270-P SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 PRIME Z270-P Intel SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors ® When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.6.5 SATA Configuration for details. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 1-19...
  • Page 30 Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 PRIME Z270-P CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM PRIME Z270-P 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! The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 31 System panel connector This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL +PWR_LED- SPEAKER PWR_SW PIN 1 PRIME Z270-P +HDD_LED- RESET +PWR_LED- * Requires an ATX power supply PRIME Z270-P System panel connector • System power LED (4-pin +PWR_LED-) This 4-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 ® 6th Generation Intel processors. 1.9.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the lists of the unique features of your ASUS motherboard. Click the Driver, Utilities, Manual, or Special tabs to display their respective menus. The following screen is for reference only. Click to install Select an item/ subitem that you Click a tab to...
  • Page 33 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. (BIOS version template: PRIME Z270-P 0204 version) 2.1.1...
  • Page 34 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for details.
  • Page 35 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 36 ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB) Enter Setup When the booting message appears, press <Enter> within five (5) seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt.
  • Page 37 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failaure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for details. ASUS PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 38 The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. •...
  • Page 39 Click the button to manually Saves the changes tune the fans and resets the Selects the boot Loads optimized system device priority default settings The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 40 2.2.2 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 access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press <F7>. EZ Tuning MyFavorite Q-Fan control...
  • Page 41 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 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 42 Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen.
  • Page 43 CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Select a profile to apply Click to apply to your fans the fan setting Click to undo Click to the changes go back to main menu ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-11...
  • Page 44 Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Click to manually Speed points 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 45 Select the CPU fan type (Box cooler, Tower cooler, or Water cooler) that you installed then click Next. If you are not sure of the CPU fan type, click I’m not sure. The system automatically detects the CPU fan type. Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto-tuning. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-13...
  • Page 46 Creating RAID To create RAID: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Click RAID then click Yes to enable RAID. • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. •...
  • Page 47 For Easy Backup, select from Super Speed (RAID0) or Super Speed (RAID5) then click Next. After selecting the type of RAID, 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 Z270-P 2-15...
  • Page 48 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. 2-16 Chapter 2: Getting started...
  • Page 49 You cannot add the following items to My Favorite items: • User-managed items such as language and boot order 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 Z270-P 2-17...
  • Page 50 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. 2.4.1 Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options.
  • Page 51 To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-19...
  • Page 52 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.
  • Page 53 [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]. 2.5.2 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings. 2.5.3 CPU Core Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores.
  • Page 54 2.5.4 DRAM Odd Ratio Mode [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the DRAM Odd Ratio Mode, which provides better granularity. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.5 DRAM Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to set the memory operating frequency. The configurable options vary with the BCLK (base clock) frequency setting.
  • Page 55 DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to [Power Phase Response]. The thermal conditions should be monitored. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Power Phase Control to [Power Phase Response]. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-23...
  • Page 56 Power Phase Response [Fast] This item allows you to set a faster phase response for the CPU to increase system performance or to slower phase response to decrease DRAM power efficiency. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] CPU Graphics Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the GT power voltage.
  • Page 57 The values range from 1 W to 4095 W. IA AC Load Line [Auto] This item allows you to set the AC loadline defined in 1/100 mOhms. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.01] - [62.49] ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-25...
  • Page 58 IA DC Load Line [Auto] This item allows you to set the DC loadline defined in 1/100 mOhms. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.01] - [62.49] 2.5.12 Tweaker’s Paradise The subitems in this menu allow you to set the FCLK frequency and internal PLL voltage. FCLK Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the value of FCLK Frequency.
  • Page 59 CPU Graphics Voltage Mode [Auto] This item allows you to configure the mode of voltage fed to the CPU Graphics Voltage. Manual mode allows user-defined values. Offset mode modifies values by SVID. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-27...
  • Page 60 The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage Mode to [Manual Mode]. - CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU Graphics Voltage Override. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.600V to 1.700V with a 0.005V interval. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage Mode to [Offset Mode].
  • Page 61 The following item appears only when you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to [Enabled]. Native ASPM [Disabled] [Enabled] Windows Vista OS controls the ASPM (active state power ® management) support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-29...
  • Page 62 ASPM to take effect. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1] PEG - ASPM [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] 2.6.2...
  • Page 63 This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C7 Report [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-31...
  • Page 64 CPU C8 Report [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C8 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Package C State limit [Auto] This item allows you to set the a C--state support for the CPU package. Configuration options: [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [C7] [C7s] [C8] [Auto] [Enabled] CFG Lock [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CFG Lock.
  • Page 65 SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Hyper kit Mode [Disabled] Disables this option for M.2 devices or enables this option for ASUS Hyper kit card. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Controller(s) [Enabled] Enables or disables onboard the SATA device.
  • Page 66 SATA6G_1~4(Gray) SATA6G_1~4(Gray) [Enabled] Allow you to enable/disable the SATA6G_1~4 port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA6G_1~4 Hot Plug [Disabled] These items allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.6 PCH-FW Configuration Intel Platform Trust Technology [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT).
  • Page 67 Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. [Enabled] Enables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-35...
  • Page 68 Power On By PCI-E/PCI [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Wake-on-LAN function of the onboard LAN controller or other installed PCIe/PCI LAN cards. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By Ring [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables Ring to generate a wake event.
  • Page 69 Selects a strip size for the RAID volume. Configuration options: [32KB] [64KB] ~ [128KB] Capacity (MB) [0] This item allows you to set the capacity of RAID volume. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-37...
  • Page 70 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. 2.7.1 CPU/ MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]/ [Monitor] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures.
  • Page 71 Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-39...
  • Page 72 2.7.5 Chassis Fan(s) Q-Fan Control [DC Mode] [PWM mode] Enables the chassis Q-Fan control in PWM mode for 4-pin chassis fan. [DC mode] Enables the chassis Q-Fan control in DC mode for 3-pin chassis fan. [Disabled] Disables the chassis Q-Fan control feature. The following items appear only when you set the Chassis Fan 1/2 Q-Fan Control to [PWM Mode] or [DC Mode].
  • Page 73 POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup. You can only execute the POST delay time during Normal Boot. The values range from 0 to 10 seconds. This feature will only work under normal boot. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-41...
  • Page 74 Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Disabled]. This item allows you to select a desired post report waiting time. Configuration options: [1 sec] ~ [10 sec] [Until Press ESC]. Bootup NumLock State [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable power-on state of the NumLock.
  • Page 75 Secure Boot keys will not be active. KEK Management Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). ® Delete Key Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-43...
  • Page 76 ® ® • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press <F8 > after POST (Windows 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. 2-44 Chapter 2: Getting started...
  • Page 77 Click an item to start booting from the selected device. Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-45...
  • Page 78 2.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 3 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. 2.9.2 Setup Animator [Disabled] Enables or disables the Setup animator. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.9.3...
  • Page 79 <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select OK to discard changes and exit. Launch EFI Shell from USB drives This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices. ASUS PRIME Z270-P 2-47...
  • Page 80 2-48 Chapter 2: Getting started...
  • Page 81 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 PRIME Z270-P...
  • Page 82 IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 83 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 84 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 85 +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 86 800 Corporate Way, Fremont Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : PRIME Z270-P 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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