Features Ultimate graphics power with 4-Way NVIDIA SLI™ & AMDCrossfire X™ Next-gen transfer speeds with 32 Gbps Dual M.2 & U.2, 10 Gbps USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Type-A & Type-C connections 5-Way Optimisation with Auto-Tuning & Fan Xpert 4 automatically tailors overclocking profiles to your unique build for maximum performance & dynamic system cooling Realtek S1220A audio codec provides crystal-clear sound & powerful output Safe Slot technology employs an insert-molding process to integrate with fortifying metal framing for a stronger, firmly anchored PCIe slot built for heavyweight GPUs Server-grade design with built-in dual Intel Gigabit LAN Overview Four PCIe 3.0 x 16 slots enable extreme graphics ASUS Z270-WS accommodates up to four dual-width graphics cards & supports up to 4-Way NVIDIA Ge Force SLI™, AMD Cross Fire X™, & 2-Way NVIDIA Quadro SLI™. This makes Z270-WS an excellent choice for designers or other professionals who depend on powerful graphics & performance for tasks such as design & modeling, processing-intensive simulation & 3D-rendering applications — or even for gamers looking for multi-screen gaming & live streaming. ASUS Pro Clock technology A dedicated base-clock generator designed for 7th Generation Intel processors allows overclocked base-clock frequencies of up to 425 M Hz* — or beyond! This custom solution works in tandem with the ASUS TPU to enhance voltage & base-clock overclocking control — providing an exciting new way to boost performance to extreme heights. DDR4 overclocking Strength in numbers Third-generation ASUS T-Topology allows memory frequencies that are higher than ever — to 3866 M Hz & beyond. Refined manufacturing ensures ultra-consistent quality & minimal crosstalk between custom trace paths, so youll enjoy the thrill of overclocking DDR4 with time-aligned signaling along with superior stability & compatibility. Dual Intel Gigabit LAN Dont let slow networking disrupt your workflow! With dual Intel Gigabit Ethernet connectors, Z270-WS keeps your data moving swiftly & efficiently. With both LAN ports teamed* youll benefit from increased bandwidth for more speed, automated load balancing for smoother data flows, & instant failover if anything goes wrong — so access to your files is always fast, efficient & uninterrupted.
Specification CPU Intel for 7th/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 Z270 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) * 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/ Display Port ports
- Supports HDMI 2.0 with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 60 / 24 Hz*1
- Supports Display Port with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 @ 24 Hz / 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB Supports Intel In Tru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™ Supports up to 2 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 *7 Supports NVIDIA 4-Way SLI™ Technology *7 Supports AMD Quad-GPU Cross Fire X™ Technology *7 Supports AMD 4-Way Cross Fire X Technology *7 Expansion Slots 4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x 16 (single at x 16, dual at x 16/x 16 mode, triple at x 16/x 8/x 8 mode or quad x 8/x 8/x 8/x 8 mode) 1 x PCIe x 4 (max at x 4 mode) Storage 1 x M.2 x 4 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)*2 1 x M.2 x 4 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)*3 1 x U.2 connector 1 x U.2 connector*3 Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 Supports Intel Smart Response Technology*4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support Intel Optane™ Memory Ready *5 LAN Intel I210-AT, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller (s) Intel I219-LM, 1 x Gigabit LAN Gigabit Intel LAN Connection- 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) appliance ASUS Turbo LAN Utility Audio Realtek ALC S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3
- Impedance sense for front & rear headphone outputs
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming 120 d B SNR stereo playback output & 113 d B SNR recording input (Line-in) Audio Feature:
- DTS Connect
- DTS Headphone:X
- Optical S/PDIF out port (s) at back panel
- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation & greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
- 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 Premium Japan-made audio capacitors provides warm, natural, & immersive sound with exceptional clarity & fidelity USB (Universal Serial Bus) Ports Intel Z270 Chipset: 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 port (s) Intel Z270 Chipset: 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 port (s) ASMedia USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 controller: 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 port (s) (2 at back panel, , Type-A + USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-CTM) ASMedia USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 controller: 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 front panel connector port (s) 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. Gamers Guardian:
- Safe Slot ASUS TPU:
- Auto Tuning
- GPU Boost ASUS EPU:
- EPU ASUS Digital Power Design:
- Industry leading Digital 8 + 4 + 2 Phase Power Design ASUS Exclusive Features:
- USB (Universal Serial Bus) BIOS Flashback
- Mem OK!
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
- Turbo LAN
- Crystal Sound 3
- EZ XMP ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-pipe solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert 4 ASUS EZ DIY:
- ASUS Crash Free BIOS
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS USB (Universal Serial Bus) BIOS Flashback CPU Installation Tool
- Three-step simplicity & safety ASUS Q-Design:
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Code
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, HDD LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector Performance Optimization:
- Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function & multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control Turbo App Key Express M.2 & U.2 Onboard (The Latest Transfer Technology with up to 32 Gb/s Data-transfer Speeds for M.2 & U.2) Back I/O Ports 1 x Display Port 1 x HDMI 2 x LAN (RJ45) port (s) 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 (teal blue) Type-A 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-CTM 4 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 4 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) BIOS Flashback Button (s) 1 x 8-channel Audio I/O Internal I/O 1 x RGB Header (s) 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 connector (s) support (s) additional 2 USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 port (s) (19-pin) 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 connector (s) support (s) additional 2 USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 port (s) 2 x M.2 Socket 3 6 x SATA 6 Gb/s connector (s) 1 x CPU Fan connector (s) 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector (s) 3 x Chassis Fan connector (s) () 1 x AIO_PUMP connector 1 x Thunderbolt header (s) 2 x 8-pin EATX 12 V Power connector 1 x 6-pin EATX 12 V_1 Power connector (s) 1 x 24-pin EATX 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 5-pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector 1 x Mem OK! button (s) 1 x Power-on button (s) 1 x Clear CMOS button (s) 1 x 14-1 pin TPM connector 2 x U.2 connector 1 x COM port header 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector Accessories Users manual ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-Way SLI bridge (s) 1 x COM port cable (s) 6 x SATA 6 Gb/s cable (s) 2 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x CPU installation tool 1 x Supporting DVD 1 x 3-Way SLI bridge (s) 1 x 4-Way SLI bridge (s) 1 x Q-Connector 1 x 2-port USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 module (s) 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm) 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 Windows 8.1 64-bit *6 Windows 7 64-bit *6 Form Factor ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) Note *1 HDMI 2.0 60 Hz resolution support requires necessary drivers update. *2 The M.2_1 socket shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56 ports. When using M.2 PCIe devices in X2 mode, SATA_56 ports will not be disabled. When using M.2 PCIe devices in X4 mode, SATA_56 ports will be disabled. *3 The M.2_2 socket shares bandwidth with U.2_2 connector & SATA6G_1 port. When using M.2_2 socket with PCIe bandwidth, SATA6G_1 port will not be disabled & U.2_2 connector will be disabled. When using M.2_2 socket with SATA bandwidth, SATA6G_1 port & U.2_2 connector will be disabled. When using U.2_2 connector, SATA6G_1 port will not be disabled & M.2_2 connector will be disabled. *4 These functions will work depending on the CPU installed. *5 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. *6 Windows 8.1 64-bit & Windows 7 64-bit are only supported when using 6th Generation Intel Processors *7 Actual number of Multi-graphic supported differs per Vendors Graphic cards. Please check with Vendor beforeh&.