Asus PRIME Z370-A LGA 1151 DDR4 ATX Motherboard

Product Description

Features Designed exclusively for 8th generation Intel Core™ processors to maximize connectivity & speed with Dual M.2, USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2, Intel Thunderbolt 3 support & Intel Optane™ Memory compatibility 5-Way Optimization with Auto-Tuning & Fan Xpert 4 automatically tailors overclocking profiles to your unique build for maximum OC performance & dynamic system cooling Unmatched Personalization with ASUS exclusive AURA Sync RGB lighting, additional RGB header & 3D-printing mounts Two Patent-pending Safe Slots feature an injection molding process that integrates metal framing for a stronger, firmly anchored PCIe slot built for heavyweight GPUs Industry-leading 8-channel HD audio enhanced by ASUS exclusive Realtek S1220A featuring Crystal Sound 3 & driven by Japanese capacitors for warm, immersive sound Overview SUS Prime Z370 Series motherboards provide the solid foundation needed for your first build, plus loads of scope to grow with your ambitions. Weve melded all the good stuff thats packed into the latest 8th Generation Intel Core™ processors with essential ASUS design & engineering, so you benefit from industry-leading technologies — including automated system tuning, comprehensive cooling controls, immersive onboard audio, & support for the ASUS Fan Extension Card. Build smart & easy with ASUS Prime Z370. Make your memory go faster ASUS Opti Mem preserves memory signal integrity by routing memory traces & vias to the optimal PCB layer, & our T-Topology layout ensures time-aligned signaling by balancing trace lengths between memory slots. These enhancements lead to more headroom for overclocking & enhanced stability, allowing memory speeds of DDR4-4000 & beyond with all slots populated. M.2 Speed up with onboard M.2 up to 32 Gbps With x 4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32 Gbps data-transfer speeds. Its the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive, providing fast access to data. USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A & Type-C Ultimate-speed 10 Gbps with USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 onboard With backward-compatible USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A™ & reversible USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ ports, youll experience ultimate connection flexibility & blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps.

Specification CPU Intel Socket 1151 for 8th Generation Core™ Processors Supports Intel 14 nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list Chipset Intel Z370 Memory 4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 4000 (O.C.)/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) * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. Graphic Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DVI-D/ Display Port ports
- Supports HDMI 1.4b with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz / 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz
- Supports DVI-D with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports Display Port with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy chain up to 3 displays Multi-GPU Support Supports NVIDIA 2-Way SLI™ Technology Supports AMD 3-Way Cross Fire X™ Technology Expansion Slots 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x 16 (x 16 or dual x 8) * 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x 16 (max at x 4 mode) 4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x 1 * For 2 SSD on CPU support, install a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately) into the PCIe X16_2 slot, enable this card under BIOS settings. ** For 3 SSD on CPU support, install a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately) into the PCIe X16_1 slot, enable this card under BIOS settings. Storage 1 x M.2 Socket 3, , with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA mode & X4 PCIE mode)*1 1 x M.2 Socket 3, , with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only)*2 6 x SATA 6 Gb/s port (s), gray Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports Supports Intel Smart Response Technology Intel Optane™ Memory Ready LAN Intel I219V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller (s) ASUS Turbo LAN Utility ASUS LAN Guard Audio Realtek S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3
- Impedance sense for front & rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone & speakers
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 d B SNR stereo playback output & 113 d B SNR recording input (Line-in)
- Front panel audio connector (AAFP)
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192k Hz playback *3 Audio Feature :
- DTS Connect
- DTS Headphone:X
- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation & greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
- Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left & right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
- Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural & immersive sound with exceptional clarity & fidelity
- Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs
- EMI protection cover to prevent electrical noise to affect the amplifier quality
- Power pre-regulator: Reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance Separate layer for left & right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality USB (Universal Serial Bus) Ports ASMedia USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 controller: 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 port (s) (1 at back panel, teal blue, Type-A, Support 3A power output) ASMedia USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 controller: 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 port (s) (1 at back panel, , USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-CTM, Support 3A power output) Intel Z370 Chipset: 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 port (s) (2 at back panel, , 4 at mid-board) Intel Z370 Chipset: 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 port (s) (2 at back panel, , 4 at mid-board) Special Features OC Design
- ASUS PRO Clock Technology
- Full BCLK range for extreme overclocking performance 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5
- Whole system optimization with a single click! 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 4, & Turbo App together, providing better CPU performance, efficient power saving, precise digital power control, whole system cooling & even tailor your own app usages. 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: 8 Phase digital power design ASUS TPU :
- Auto Tuning
- GPU Boost ASUS EPU :
- EPU AURA :
- Aura Lighting Control
- Aura RGB Strip Headers
- Aura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices ASUS Exclusive Features :
- Mem OK!
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger
- Turbo LAN
- Crystal Sound 3
- EZ XMP ASUS Exclusive Features
- PC Cleaner File Transfer
- Cloud GO!
- File Transfer ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert 4 ASUS EZ DIY :
- Precision Tweaker 2
- ASUS O.C. Tuner
- ASUS O.C. Profile
- ASUS Crash Free BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
- Multi-language BIOS CPU Installation Tool
- Three-step simplicity & safety ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector Special Memory O.C. Design Overclocking Protection :
- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Turbo APP Back I/O Ports 1 x DVI-D 1 x Display Port 1 x HDMI 1 x LAN (RJ45) port (s) 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-CTM 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Audio jack (s) Internal I/O Ports 1 x Aura RGB Strip Header 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 connector (s) support (s) additional 4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 port (s) (19-pin) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 connector (s) support (s) additional 4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 port (s) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA mode & X4 PCIE mode) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only) 6 x SATA 6 Gb/s connector (s) 1 x CPU Fan connector (s) (1 x 4 -pin) 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector (s) (1 x 4 -pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connector (s) (2 x 4 -pin) 1 x Thunderbolt header (s) 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector (s) 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector (s) 1 x EZ XMP switch 1 x Front panel audio connector (s) (AAFP) 1 x System panel (s) (Q-Connector) (Chassis intrusion header is inbuilt) 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector 1 x Mem OK! button (s) 1 x CPU OV 1 x Power-on button (s) 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (s) 1 x 14-1 pin TPM connector 1 x COM port header 1 x T_ Sensor Connector 1 x AIO PUMP Header 2 x 3D Mount screw port (s) 1 x M.2 Fan Header Accessories Users manual ASUS Q-Shield 3 x SATA 6 Gb/s cable (s) 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x CPU installation tool 1 x Supporting DVD 1 x SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-M) 1 x Q-connector (s) (1 in 1) BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, Pn P, 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, & ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information. Manageability Wf M 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Operating System Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor ATX Form Factor 12.0 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) Note *1. The M.2_1 socket shares SATA_1 port when use M.2 SATA mode device. Adjust BIOS settings to use a SATA device. *2. The M.2_2 socket shares SATA_56 ports when use M.2 PCIE mode device in X4 mode. Adjust BIOS settings to use M.2 PCIE devices in X4 mode. *3. Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192k Hz is not supported for 8-Channel audio. 32-Bit/192k Hz is only available under Windows 10.