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  • Page 1 STRIX Z270G GAMING...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii 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...
  • Page 4 3.6.11 USB Configuration ..............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 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile ............3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-24 3.9.5...
  • Page 5 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...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
  • Page 8 Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 9: Strix Z270G Gaming Specifications Summary

    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.
  • Page 10 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 Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz with MU-MIMO support Wireless &...
  • Page 11 STRIX Z270G GAMING specifications summary Performance Optimization 5-Way Optimization - Whole system optimization with a single click! Perfectly consolidates better CPU performance, power saving, digital power control, system cooling and app usages. Digi+VRM - EPU - Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost...
  • Page 12 STRIX Z270G GAMING specifications summary 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.1) 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]...
  • Page 13 7 32/64-bit are only supported when using 6th Generation Intel Processors. ® mATX Form Factor, 9.6”x 9.6” (24.4cm x 24.4cm) Form factor Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. xiii...

  • Page 14: Package Contents

    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...

  • Page 15: Installation Tools And Components

    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.

  • Page 17: 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. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 18: Motherboard Layout

    1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 19 • M.2_2 is located on the bottom of the motherboard. • Refer to 1.1.8 Internal connectors and 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
  • Page 20 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) 1-18 2. LGA1151 CPU socket 3. CPU, CPU optional, water pump, and chassis fan connectors 1-17 (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin W_PUMP+; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2) 4. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) 1-21 6. 3D Mount 2-15 7. USB 3.1 front panel connector (USB3.1_E3) 1-14 8. Intel Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA6G_34, ® 1-13 SATA6G_56) 9. System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) 1-19 10. Thermal sensor cable connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) 1-16 11. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) 1-10 12.

  • Page 21: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 7th / 6th Generation Intel Core™ i7 / Intel Core™ i5 / Intel Core™ i3, Pentium , and Celeron ® ® ® ® ® processors. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 22: 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. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 23 OS when you want to install 4 GB or more on the ® motherboard. c) For more details, refer to the Microsoft support site at http://support.microsoft. ® com/kb/929605/en-us. • The design of the DIMM fan may vary. Ensure that the DIMM fan fits to the motherboard • 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. • Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133MHz and their corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and compatibility of the memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and other installed devices. • 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 exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 24: 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. Slot No. Slot Description PCIE_x16/x8_1 slot PCIE_x1_1 slot PCIE_x8_2 slot PCIE_x1_2 slot Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 25 Dual VGA/PCIe card • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIe_x1_1 shared PCIe_x16/x8_1 shared PCIe_x1_2 shared PCIe_x8_2 shared XHCI Controller shared SATA Controller shared HD Audio shared SMBUS Controller shared Intel LAN I219V shared Wi-Fi shared ASMedia 2142_1 shared ASMedia 2142_2 shared ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 26: 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. 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 remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper 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 on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-10...
  • Page 27 CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-11...

  • Page 28: Onboard Leds

    1.1.7 Onboard LEDs POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On Self-Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-12...

  • Page 29: Internal Connectors

    Internal connectors Intel Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA6G_34, ® SATA6G_56) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ® ® Z270 chipset. • These connectors are set to [AHCI] 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. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-13...
  • Page 30 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. 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 3.1 front panel connector (USB3.1_EC3) 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-14...
  • Page 31 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-15...
  • Page 32 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) This connector is for the thermistor cable that monitors the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard’s component to detect its temperature. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-16...
  • Page 33 CPU, CPU optional, water pump, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin W_PUMP+; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2) 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. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • To install more fans, refer to section 2.1.8 Expansion card installation for details. • Connect the fan of your water cooling kit to the W_PUMP+ connector. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-17...
  • Page 34 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • 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 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. • If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-18...
  • Page 35 System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 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. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the operating system settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-19...
  • Page 36 11. M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2) These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. • M.2_2 socket is located on the bottom of the motherboard. • M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices. • M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe storage devices. • When attaching a M.2 SSD to the M.2_2 slot on the bottom side of the motherboard, be sure to use the bundled short M.2 fixing screw and mount to avoid damaging your board and SSD. • These sockets support IRST (Intel Rapid Storage Technology). ® The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-20...
  • Page 37 RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) These connectors are for RGB LED strips. The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is aligned with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is operating. • The LED strips are purchased separately. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 1-21...
  • Page 38 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-22...

  • Page 39: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    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 40 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...

  • Page 41: 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. Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
  • Page 42 Top of CPU • The CPU Installation Tool is only compatible on ASUS motherboards with a Intel ® LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. DO NOT damage or bend the CPU Installation Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • Ensure to use a soft stable surface when installing the CPU to the CPU Installation Tool to prevent CPU damage. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user.

  • Page 43: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
  • Page 44 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 45: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 46: Atx Power Connection

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

  • Page 47: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 48: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install USB 3.1 connector USB 3.1 This connector will only fit 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 AAFP Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 49: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 2-11...
  • Page 50 To install HYPER M.2 x4 card The SSD card is purchased separately. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-12...

  • Page 51: M.2 Installation

    2.1.9 M.2 installation ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 2-13...

  • Page 52: Wi-Fi Antenna Installation

    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 • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the antenna is at least 20 cm away from all persons. 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.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    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 LAN port (LAN1)** Optical S/PDIF Out port...
  • Page 55 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...

  • Page 56: 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 2-18...
  • Page 57 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 ® Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 2-19...

  • Page 58: Starting Up For The First Time

    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.

  • Page 59: Turning Off The Computer

    While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 2-21...
  • Page 60 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-22...

  • Page 61: 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 62: Bios Setup Program

    RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS jumper. • 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 63: 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. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 64: 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 65 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. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
  • Page 66 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 67: Qfan Control

    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...
  • Page 68 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 69: 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. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
  • Page 70 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 71 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. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-11...

  • Page 72: 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 73 Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. Click Exit (ESC) or press <Esc> key to close Setup Tree Map screen. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-13...

  • Page 74: 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 75 CPU permanently. 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.

  • Page 76: Advanced Menu

    Internal CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production.

  • Page 77: Platform Misc Configuration

    SMART Self Test SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitoring system that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. Configuration options: [On] [Off] ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-17...

  • Page 78: Pch-Fw Configuration

    SATA6G_1(Charcoal Black) - SATA6G_6(Charcoal Black) SATA6G_1(Charcoal Black) - SATA6G_6(Charcoal Black) This item allows you to enable or disable the selected SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hot Plug These items appears only when the SATA Mode Selection is set to [AHCI] and allows you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support.

  • Page 79: Apm Configuration

    The Mass Storage Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING 3-19...

  • Page 80: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Qfan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. W_PUMP+ Control [Disabled] Disable the Water Pump control feature.
  • Page 81 OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST (Windows 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.

  • Page 82: Tool Menu

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

  • Page 84: Asus Overclocking Profile

    This item displays the information and recommended configuration for the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface.

  • Page 85: Exit Menu

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

  • Page 86: Asus Ez Flash 3

    3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Updating through the Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet.
  • Page 87 To update the BIOS by Internet: Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press <Enter>. Select by Internet. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press <Enter>.

  • Page 88: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.com/support/ and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 89: Chapter 4: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 90: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.
  • Page 91 When the RAID Level item is selected, press <Enter> to select the RAID level to create, and then press <Enter>. Under Select Disks, press <Enter> and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
  • Page 92 When the Strip Size item is selected, press <Enter> to select strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then press <Enter>. The available strip size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128 KB RAID 10: 64 KB RAID 5: 64 KB...
  • Page 93 <Enter>. The following screen appears: When the Delete item is selected, press <Enter>, then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to ® cancel. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 94: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    4.1.4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ® To enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: ® Turn on the system. During POST, press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu. RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Devices: Port Device Model...
  • Page 95 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...
  • Page 96 Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. Use the up/down arrow key to select the strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>.
  • Page 97 (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y/N): Press <Y> to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press <N> to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...

  • Page 98: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Exiting the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ® To exit the utility: From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit, and then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: [CONFIRM EXIT] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): Press <Y>...

  • Page 99: Appendix

    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. ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
  • Page 100 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 101 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 102 FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. 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.
  • Page 103 1999/5/ EZ. Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support Toto zariadenie môže byť prevádzkované v dolu uvedených krajinách: Ovaj uređaj može se koristiti u dolje navedenim zemljama: Slovenščina ASUSTeK Computer Inc.

  • Page 104: Asus Contact Information

    800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +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 +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv...
  • Page 105 (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Steve Chang / President Representative Person’s Name : Signature : Oct. 31, 2016 Date : Ver. 140331 ROG STRIX Z270G GAMING...
  • Page 106 Appendix...

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