Specification 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 Z270 Chipset Memory 4 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR4 3866 (O.C.)*/3733 (O.C.)*/3600 (O.C.)* / 3466 (O.C.)* / 3400 (O.C.)* / 3333 (O.C.)* / 3300 (O.C.)* / 3200 (O.C.)* / 3000 (O.C.)* / 2800 (O.C.)* / 2666 (O.C.)* / 2400 (O.C.)* / 2133 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor ** 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 4 devices) 4 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x 1 slots Multi-GPU Support Supports AMD Cross Fire X™ Technology VGA Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DVI-D port - 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™ Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB (for i GPU exclusively) Storage Intel Z270 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 & Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support - 2 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA mode & X4 PCIE mode)* - 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - Intel Optane™ Memory Ready - Supports Intel Smart Response Technology*** * When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_1 port cannot be used. ** 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. *** These functions will work depending on the CPU installed. LAN Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN support LANGuard Audio Realtek ALC887 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - LED-illuminated design: Brighten up your build with the gorgeous illuminated audio trace path. - 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 * Choose the chassis with HD audio module in front panel to support 8-channel audio output. USB (Universal Serial Bus) Intel Z270 Chipset - 8 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports @mid-board; 4 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: 7 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 2+
- 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 O.C. Tuner - ASUS Crash Free BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Quiet Thermal Design: - ASUS ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ - Stylish Fanless Design: PCH Heat-sink & MOS Heat-sink solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Precision Tweaker 2: - v Core: Adjustable CPU Core voltage at 0.005V increment - i GPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.005V increment - v CCIO: Adjustable Analog & Digital I/O voltage at 0.005V increment - v CCSA: Adjustable CPU System Agent voltage at 0.1V increment - v DRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - v PCH: 3-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 98 M Hz up to 538 M Hz at 0.1 M Hz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x LAN (RJ45) ports 4 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 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 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) 2 x M.2 Socket 3 (for M Key) 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector (PWM mode)* 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors for 3-pin (DC mode) & 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control* 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 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 I/O 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 8.7 in. (30.5 cm x 22.1cm)