Specifications CPU LGA1151 socket for 7th/6th Generation Intel Core™ i 7/ i 5/ i 3/ Pentium/ Celeron Processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list. Chipset Intel H270 Chipset Memory 4 x DIMM, maximum 64 GB, DDR4 2400*/ 2133**MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2400 M Hz memory frequency is only supported by 7th Generation Intel processors. Higher memory modules will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2400 M Hz. ** Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2133 M Hz & higher memory modules on 6th Generation Intel processors will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133 M Hz. *** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x 16 slot (at x 16 mode) 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x 16 slot (max. at x 4 mode, compatible with PCIe x 1, x 2 & x 4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x 1 slots 2 x PCI slots Multi-GPU Support Supports AMD Cross Fire X™ Technology VGA Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DP/HDMI/DVI-D port - Supports Display Port 1.2 with max. resolution 4096 x 2304@60 Hz - Supports HDMI 1.4b with max. resolution 4096 x 2160@24 Hz / 2560 x 1600@60 Hz - Supports DVI-D with max. resolution of 1920 x 1200 @60 Hz Supports Intel In Tru™ 3D/ Quick Sync Video/ Clear Video HD Technology/ Insider™ Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB (for i GPU exclusively) Storage Intel H270 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 & Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & x 4 PCIE mode)* - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & x 2 PCIE mode)** - 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - Intel Optane™ Memory Ready *** * When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_1 port cannot be used. ** When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2_2 socket, SATA_6 port cannot be used *** Only M.2_1 socket can support Intel Optane Memory. Intel Optane Technology is only supported when using 7th Generation Intel processors. Before using Intel Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers & BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. LAN Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN - Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) & physical layer (PHY) Audio Realtek ALC887 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation & greatly reduces multi-lateral interference - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left & right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals - Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural & immersive sound with exceptional clarity & fidelity. - Supports jack-detection & front panel jack-retasking USB (Universal Serial Bus) ASMedia USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 controllers - 2 x 10 Gb/s USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1/3.0/2.0 port at rear panel (teal blue, Type A) Intel H270 Chipset - 1 x 5 Gb/s USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type C port (@back panel), supports 3A power output - 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board; 2 ports @back panel, blue, Type A) - 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board; 2 ports @back panel) ASUS Special Features ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS Safe Slot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage - ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes & static-electricity discharges! - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability! - ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 6 Phase digital power design superb Performance M.2 onboard - The latest transfer technologies with up to 32 Gb/s data transfer speeds ASUS Fan Xpert 4 Core - Advanced fan & liquid controls for ultimate cooling & quietness ASUS EPU - EPU UEFI BIOS - Most advanced options with fast response time Gaming Scenario Audio Features - Audio that roars on the battlefield ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Ai Charger - ASUS AI Suite 3 EZ DIY UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS Crash Free BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Q-shield - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Quiet Thermal Design: - ASUS ASUS Fan Xpert 4 Core - Stylish Fanless Design: PCH Heat-sink & MOS Heat-sink solution Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x DP port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x LAN (RJ45) ports 2 x 10 Gb/s USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (teal blue, Type A) 1 x 5 Gb/s USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type C port 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, Type A) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 ports 3-Jack 8-Channel Audio I/O ports * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. Internal I/O Connectors 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports (19-pin) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) 2 x M.2 Socket 3 (for M Key) 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector for both 3-pin (DC mode) & 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control* 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors for 3-pin (DC mode) & 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control* 1 x PUMP FAN Header 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x COM header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper * By default, the CPU/ Chassis Q-Fan control setting is set to Auto mode, which detects the CPU & chassis fans installed & changes the control mode automatically. BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, Pn P, DMI3.0, Wf M2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, Crash Free BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 Print Screen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability Wf M 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 2 x M.2 screws 1 x Support DVD 1 x Users manual Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Operating System Support Windows 10 (64-bit) Windows 8.1 (64-bit)* Windows 7 (64-bit/32-bit)* * Windows 8.1 64-bit & Windows 7 32/64-bit are only supported when using 6th Generation Intel Processors Form Factor ATX form factor: 12.0 in. x 8.9 in. (30.5 cm x 22.6cm)