Asus Q170T, Q170T/CSM User’s Manual
Q170T
Q170T/CSM
Motherboard
E16128
Revised Edition V2
November 2019
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Contents
Safety information ...................................................................................... iv
About this guide ......................................................................................... iv
Package contents ....................................................................................... vi
Q170T specications summary ................................................................. vi
Chapter 1: Product introduction
Motherboard overview .............................................................................1-1
Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................................1-8
System memory ........................................................................................1-9
Chapter 2: BIOS information
BIOS setup program .................................................................................2-1
EZ Mode .....................................................................................................2-2
Advanced Mode ........................................................................................2-3
Exit menu ...................................................................................................2-4
Appendix
Notices .......................................................................................................A-1
ASUS contact information .......................................................................A-5
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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet
before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may be exposed to moisture.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the
motherboard.
• Chapter 2: BIOS information
This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions for the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
completing a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
completing a task
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard
Cables
Accessories
Application DVD Support DVD
Documentation User Guide
ASUS Q170T motherboard
2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s cables
1 x SATA power cable
2 x I/O Shields (1 x mini-ITX, 1 x thin mini-ITX)
2 x M.2 screw packages
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Q170T specications summary
CPU
Chipset
Memory
Graphics
Expansion slots
Storage
LGA1151 socket for 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ 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.
Intel® Q170 Chipset
2 x SO-DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR4 2133MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered
memory
Dual channel memory architecture
Support Intel
* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual
** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualied Vendors List).
®
Extreme Memory Prole (XMP)
CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL for details.
Integrated graphics processor
Multi-VGA output support: DP/eDP/LVDS/HDMITM ports
- Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz
- Supports eDP with max. resolution of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz*
- Supports HDMI
TM
with max. resolution of 4096 x 2160@24Hz /
2560x1600@60Hz
- Supports LVDS with max. resolution of 1920 x 1200 @60Hz
Support up to three displays simultaneously
Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB
* LVDS and eDP share the same video output. An onboard header is available to
switch output.
1 x M.2 Socket 1 with E key, type 2230 Wi-Fi devices support
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support
(both SATA & PCIE mode)
Intel® Q170 Chipset:
- 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray)
- 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
support (both SATA & PCIE mode)
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Q170T specications summary
LAN Dual LAN support
Audio Realtek ALC887-VD 4+4 channels High Denition Audio CODEC
USB 6 x USB 3.2 Gen1 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel)
- Intel® I219LM Gigabit LAN controller
- Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN controller
- Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Anti-pop Function, and
Front Panel Retasking
5 x USB 2.0 ports (5 ports at mid-board, 2 x 2-port header, 1 x 1-port
header)
Dependable stability:
ASUS 5X PROTECTION II:
- ASUS LANGuard - Surge-protected networking
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection - World-class circuit-protecting power
design
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM- 3+1+1 Phase digital power design
- ASUS DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Enhanced DRAM overcurrent
protection
- ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3X more durable
Superb performance:
UEFI BIOS:
- Most advanced options with fast response time
Easy PC DIY:
Q-Design
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Slot
ASUS unique features
UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - featuring friendly graphics user interface
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
Optimized Cooling
- ASUS Fan Xpert
One Stop Control
AI Suite 3
Push Notice
- Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time
PC Cleaner
- Fast and easy way to get rid of unnecessary junk les
Mobo Connect
- All-in-one control between your PC and smart devices
Media Streamer
- Pipe music or movies from your PC to a smart TV
- Media Streamer app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS7
and Android 4.0 system
Ai Charger
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Q170T specications summary
1 x DC power connector*
1 x HDMITM port
Rear panel
I/O ports
Internal
connectors/
switches/
buttons
BIOS features
Manageability
Support DVD
1 x DisplayPort
2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports
4 x USB 3.2 Gen1/2.0 ports
2 x Audio jacks
* Connector dimension: 7.4 x 5.1mm, support both 19V and 12V DC input
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen1/2.0 ports
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 2-port connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x USB 2.0/1.1 1-port connector
1 x eDP connector
1 x LVDS connector
1 x eDP/LVDS switch jumper
1 x COM connector
1 x Chassis intrusion header
1 x SATA power connector
4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Chassis fan connector
1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP)
1 x System panel connector
1 x Speaker connector
1 x DIS ME jumper
1 x Clear CMOS header
Connectors for AIO System
1 x 2-pin internal DC power connector
1 x Stereo speaker connector
1 x DMIC header
1 x Custom solutions header
Connectors for Flat Panel Display
1 x Backlight inverter voltage selection header
1 x Flat panel display brightness header
1 x Panel voltage selection header
1 x Panel off header
TPM 2.0 IC Onboard
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI
5.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F3 My Favorites,
Quick Note, Last Modied log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial
Presence Detect) memory information, F6 Qfan Control
WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE
Drivers
ASUS utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
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Q170T specications summary
Operating
systems
Form factor
Windows® 10 (64-bit)
Windows® 8.1 (64-bit)
Windows® 7 (64-bit/32-bit)
* Please refer to ASUS ofcial website to download Windows® 7 installation Guide and
EZ Installer to install Windows® 7.
** Warning: Before Windows® 7 64-bit installation, select other OS item under the Boot
menu from Advanced Mode > Boot > Secure Boot > Other OS.
Thin Mini-ITX form factor: 6.7”x 6.7” (17.0cm x 17.0cm)
Specications are subject to change without notice.
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