Features 5-Way Optimization: One click to optimize your entire system; plus a dedicated onboard water-pump header ASUS Pro Clock Technology: Extends base clocks & improves stability for extreme overclocking Crystal Sound 3, Intel LAN & Turbo LAN: Flawless audio & low-latency networking USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 onboard: One Type-A port plus a reversible Type-C port 5X Protection II: Advanced hardware safeguards
Specification CPU Intel Socket 1151 for 6th Generation Core™ i 7/ Core™ i 5/ Core™ i 3/ Pentium/ Celeron Processors Supports Intel 14 nm 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 CPU support list Chipset Intel Z170 Memory 4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 3400 (O.C.)/3333 (O.C.)/3200 (O.C.)/3100 (O.C.)/3000 (O.C.)/2933 (O.C.)/2800 (O.C.)/2666 (O.C.)/2600 (O.C.)/2400 (O.C.)/2133 (O.C.) MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). Graphic Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DVI-D/RGB/ Display Port ports
- Supports HDMI 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 RGB with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports Display Port with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz Maximum shared memory of 512 MB Supports Intel In Tru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™ 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 Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology Supports AMD Quad-GPU 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) *1 3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x 1 1 x PCI Storage Intel Z170 chipset: 1 x SATA Express port, Compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports 1 x M.2 x 4 Socket 3, *2, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)*3 6 x SATA 6 Gb/s port (s), gray Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 Supports Intel Smart Response Technology*4 LAN Intel I219V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller (s), Dual interconnect between the Integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) & Physical Layer (PHY) Gigabit Intel LAN Connection- 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) appliance ASUS Turbo LAN Utility ASUS LAN Guard Audio Realtek ALC892 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking Audio Feature :
- Absolute Pitch 192k Hz/ 24-bit True BD Lossless Sound
- DTS Connect
- DTS Studio Sound
- Optical S/PDIF out port (s) at back panel
- LED-lit Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation & greatly reduced multi-lateral interference, with a gorgeous illuminated trace path
- Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left & right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
- Audio amplifier: Provides the highest-quality sound for headphone & speakers
- 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
- Top notch audio sensation delivers according to the audio configuration
- EMI protection cover to prevent electrical noise to affect the amplifier quality
- Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit true BD lossless sound
- 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 Intel Z170 chipset: 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 port (s) (2 at back panel, blue, 4 at mid-board) Intel Z170 chipset: 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 port (s) (2 at back panel, , 4 at mid-board) ASMedia USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 controller: 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 port (s) (1 at back panel, , USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-CTM) ASMedia USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 controller: 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 port (s) (1 at back panel, teal blue, Type-A) 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 3, & 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 :
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM
- 8 Phase digital power design
- ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- Short circuit damage prevention
- ASUS ESD Guards
- Enhanced ESD protection
- ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors
- 2.5x long lifespan with excellent durability
- ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O
- 3x more durable corrosion-resistant coating ASUS TPU :
- Auto Tuning
- GPU Boost
- TPU switch ASUS EPU :
- EPU ASUS Digital Power Design :
- Industry leading Digital 8 Phase Power Design
- CPU Power Utility ASUS Exclusive Features :
- Remote GO!
- USB (Universal Serial Bus) BIOS Flashback
- AI Suite 3
- Anti-Surge
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
- USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Boost
- Disk Unlocker
- Turbo LAN
- Crystal Sound 3
- EZ XMP ASUS Exclusive Features
- Mobo Connect
- PC Cleaner Remote Entertainment
- Media Streamer
- Hy Stream ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS O.C. Tuner
- ASUS Crash Free BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
- Push Notice 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) Media Streamer Turbo App Fan Xpert 3 Operating System Support Windows 10, 64bit Windows 8.1, 64bit Windows 7 Back I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port (s) 1 x DVI-D 1 x D-Sub 1 x Display Port 1 x HDMI 1 x LAN (RJ45) port (s) 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 ()USB Type-CTM 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 (teal blue) Type-A 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 (blue) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Audio jack (s) Internal I/O 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 SATA Express connector:, Compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports 1 x M.2 Socket 3 1 x TPM header 1 x COM port (s) connector (s) 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) 4 x Chassis Fan connector (s) (4 x 4 -pin) 1 x S/PDIF out header (s) 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) 1 x DRCT header (s) 1 x Mem OK! button (s) 1 x TPU switch (es) 1 x Power-on button (s) 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (s) 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) BIOS Flashback Card header 1 x Water Pump header (4-pin) 1 x 14-1 pin TPM connector Accessories Users manual I/O Shield 3 x SATA 6 Gb/s cable (s) 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x CPU installation tool 1 x SLI bridge (s) 1 x Q-connector (s) (1 in 1) BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, Pn P, DMI3.0, Wf M2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, Crash Free BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, 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 Support Disc Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form Factor ATX Form Factor 12.0 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) Note *1: The PCIe x 16_3 slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56. The PCIe x 16_3 is default set at x 2 mode. *2: Supports PCIE RAID configurations via onboard M.2 & PCIex 16_3. *3: M.2 shares SATA mode with SATA Express. Change this item before installing M.2 SATA devices. *4: These functions will work depending on the CPU installed.