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Published August 2017
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction |
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Package Contents |
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1.2 |
Specifications |
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Motherboard Layout |
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I/O Panel |
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WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna |
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Chapter 2 Installation |
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Installing the CPU |
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2.2 |
Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink |
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2.3 |
Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) |
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2.4 |
Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) |
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2.6 |
Onboard Headers and Connectors |
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2.7 |
Smart Switches |
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2.8 |
Dr. Debug |
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SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide |
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2.9.1 |
Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards |
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2.9.2 |
Driver Installation and Setup |
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2.10CrossFireXTM , 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM
Operation Guide |
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2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards |
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2.10.2 Installing Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards |
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2.10.3 Driver Installation and Setup |
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Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation |
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Installing Drivers |
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3.2 |
A-Tuning |
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ASRock Live Update & APP Shop |
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3.3.1 |
UI Overview |
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3.3.2 |
Apps |
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3.3.3 |
BIOS & Drivers |
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3.3.4 |
Setting |
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3.4 |
ASRock RGB LED |
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Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY |
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Introduction |
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4.2 |
EZ Mode |
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4.3 |
Advanced Mode |
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4.3.1 |
UEFI Menu Bar |
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4.3.2 |
Navigation Keys |
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Main Screen |
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4.5 |
OC Tweaker Screen |
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Advanced Screen |
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4.6.1 |
CPU Configuration |
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4.6.2 |
Chipset Configuration |
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4.6.3 |
Storage Configuration |
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4.6.4 |
Intel® Thunderbolt |
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4.6.5 |
Super IO Configuration |
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4.6.6 |
ACPI Configuration |
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USB Configuration |
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4.6.8 |
Trusted Computing |
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Tools |
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Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen |
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Security Screen |
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4.10 |
Boot Screen |
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4.11 |
Exit Screen |
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Z370 Taichi
Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock Z370 Taichi motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and endurance.
In this documentation, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the software and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the BIOS setup.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In case any modifications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock’s website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.
1.1 Package Contents
•ASRock Z370 Taichi Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)
•ASRock Z370 Taichi Quick Installation Guide
•ASRock Z370 Taichi Support CD
•4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
•1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional)
•2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (Optional)
•1 x I/O Panel Shield
•3 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional)
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1.2 Specifications
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Supports 8th Generation Intel® CoreTM Processors (Socket |
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Intel® Z370 |
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Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology |
•4 x DDR4 DIMM Slots
•Supports DDR4 4333+(OC)*/4266(OC)/4133(OC)/4000(OC) /3866(OC)/3800(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3200(OC)/2933 (OC)/2800(OC)/2666/2400/2133 non-ECC, un-buffered memory
*Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/)
*8th Gen Intel® CPU supports DDR4 up to 2666.
•Supports ECC UDIMM memory modules (operate in nonECC mode)
•Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB
•Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 2.0
•15μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots
Expansion • 3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (PCIE2/PCIE4/PCIE5: single Slot at x16 (PCIE2); dual at x8 (PCIE2) / x8 (PCIE4); triple at x8 (PCIE2) / x4 (PCIE4) / x4 (PCIE5))*
*Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
•2 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slots (Flexible PCIe)
•Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and CrossFireXTM
•Supports NVIDIA® Quad SLITM and SLITM
•1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E) with the bundled WiFi802.11ac module (on the rear I/O)
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• Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs |
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• Supports Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals : Intel® |
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Quick Sync Video with AVC, MVC (S3D) and MPEG-2 Full |
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• Dual graphics output: Support HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2 |
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DisplayPort 1.2 Ports |
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• 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek |
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ALC1220 Audio Codec) |
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• Premium Blu-ray Audio support |
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• Supports Surge Protection |
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• Supports Purity SoundTM 4 |
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- Nichicon Fine Gold Series Audio Caps |
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- 120dB SNR DAC with Differential Amplifier |
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- NE5532 Premium Headset Amplifier for Front Panel |
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Audio Connector (Supports up to 600 Ohm headsets) |
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Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s |
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Intel® 802.11ac WiFi Module |
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2 x Antenna Ports |
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• 1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s) (ASMedia ASM3142) |
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• 1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) (ASMedia ASM3142) |
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• 4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (Intel® Z370) (Supports ESD |
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• 2 x RJ-45 LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED |
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• 1 x Clear CMOS Button |
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• 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0, |
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•2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors by ASMedia ASM1061, support NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug
*M2_1, SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
*M2_2, SATA3_4 and SATA3_5 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
*If M2_3 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_3 will be disabled.
•2 x Ultra M.2 Sockets (M2_1 and M2_2), support M Key type 2242/2260/2280/22110 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)**
•1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_3), supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)**
**Type 22110 M.2 module is supported with either M2_1 or M2_2 socket.
**Supports Intel® OptaneTM Technology
**Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
**Supports ASRock U.2 Kit
Connector |
• 1 x TPM Header |
•1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
•1 x RGB LED Header
*Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip
•1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)
*The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power.
•1 x CPU Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
*The CPU Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power.
•2 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
•1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
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*The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power.
*CPU_OPT/W_PUMP, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 and CHA_ FAN3/W_PUMP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.
•1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
•1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
•1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connector)
•1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin)
•3 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 6 USB 2.0 ports) (Intel® Z370) (Supports ESD Protection)
•2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) (ASMedia ASM1074 hub) (Supports ESD Protection)
•1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.1 Gen2 Header (ASMedia ASM3142)
•1 x Dr. Debug with LED
•1 x XMP Switch
•1 x BIOS B Select Jumper
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2 x AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support |
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Temperature Sensing: CPU, CPU Optional/Water Pump, |
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• Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore, DRAM,
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• Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit |
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ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) |
* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com
Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system’s stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.
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No. Description
1ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_OPT/W_PUMP)
3Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
4CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
52 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
62 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2)
7XMP Button (XMP_ON1)
8ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
9USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (USB_5_6)
10Front Panel Type C USB 3.1 Gen2 Header (F_USB31_TC_2)
11Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)
12USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (USB_7_8)
13SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_1)
14SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_2_3)
15SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_4_5)
16SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A1_A2)
17System Panel Header (PANEL1)
18Power LED and Speaker Header (SPK_PLED1)
19BIOS B Select Jumper (D_BIOS_TEST1)
20RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1)
21Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/W_PUMP)
22USB 2.0 Header (USB_13_14)
23USB 2.0 Header (USB_11_12)
24USB 2.0 Header (USB_9_10)
25Thunderbolt AIC Header (TB1)
26TPM Header (TPMS1)
27Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)
28Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
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9Optical SPDIF Out Port
*There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
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** If you use a 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.
Audio Output |
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To enable Multi-Streaming, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. After restarting your computer, you will find the “Mixer” tool on your system. Please select “Mixer ToolBox” 
, click “Enable playback multi-streaming”, and click “ok”. Choose “2CH”, “4CH”, “6CH”, or “8CH” and then you are allowed to select “Realtek HDA Primary output” to use the Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output” to use the front panel audio.
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1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna
WiFi-802.11ac + BT Module
This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.2 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. WiFi + BT module is an easy-to- use wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to support WiFi + BT. Bluetooth v4.2 standard features Smart Ready technology that adds a whole new class of functionality into the mobile devices. BT 4.2 also includes Low Energy Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for PCs.
* The transmission speed may vary according to the environment.
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WiFi Antennas Installation Guide
Step 1
Prepare the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas that come with the package.
Step 2
Connect the two WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely connected.
Step 3
Set the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna as shown in the illustration.
*You may need to adjust the direction of the antenna for a stronger signal.
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Chapter 2 Installation
This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
•Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard components.
•In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components, NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components.
•Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
•Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that comes with the components.
•When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
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2.1Installing the CPU
1.Before you insert the 1151-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged.
2.Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
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Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service.
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2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink
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2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)
This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.
1.For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.
2.It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory module installed.
3.It is not allowed to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into a DDR4 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
Dual Channel Memory Configuration
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The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
There are 5 PCI Express slots on the motherboard.
Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.
PCIe slots:
PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width graphics cards. PCIE5 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.
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2.5 Jumpers Setup
The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”.
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The Clear CMOS Button has the same function as the Clear CMOS jumper.
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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.
System Panel Header
(9-pin PANEL1)
(see p.8, No. 17)
PLED+ PLED-
PWRBTN#
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GND HDLED-
HDLED+
Connect the power button, reset button and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
PWRBTN (Power Button):
Connect to the power button on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power button.
RESET (Reset Button):
Connect to the reset button on the chassis front panel. Press the reset button to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
PLED (System Power LED):
Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).
HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED):
Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power button, reset button, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.
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Power LED and Speaker
Header
(7-pin SPK_PLED1)
(see p.8, No. 18)
SPEAKER
DUMMY DUMMY +5V
1
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PLED+ PLED-
Please connect the chassis power LED and the chassis speaker to this header.
Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_1:
see p.8, No. 13) (SATA3_2_3: see p.8, No. 14) (SATA3_4_5: see p.8, No. 15) (SATA3_A1_A2: see p.8, No. 16)
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SATA3 5 |
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These eight SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
*M2_1, SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
*M2_2, SATA3_4 and SATA3_5 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
*If M2_3 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_3 will be disabled.
To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z370 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for your bootable devices.
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