CPU
Intel Socket 1151 for 6th Generation Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/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.
Chipset
Intel Z170
Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 2400/2133 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.
Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support
Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DisplayPort ports
Supports HDMI with max. Resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz / 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz
Supports DisplayPort with max. Resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz / 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz
Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB
Supports Intel InTru 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider
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 NVIDIA 2-Way SLI Technology
Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX Technology
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX Technology
Expansion Slots
2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8)
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (max at x4 mode) *1
3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1
Storage
Intel Z170 chipset:
2 x SATA Express port, Compatible with 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
1 x M. 2 x4 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode) *2
6 x SATA 6Gb/s port (s), gray
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports*3
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology*4
LAN
Intel I219V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller (s)
Gigabit Intel LAN Connection- 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) appliance
ASUS Turbo LAN Utility
Audio
Realtek ALC1150 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
Supports: Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking
High quality 112 dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out at rear) and 104 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
Audio Feature:
Optical S/PDIF out port (s) at back panel
BD Audio Layer Content Protection
Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
Audio amplifier: Provides the highest-quality sound for headphone and speakers
Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs
Top notch audio sensation delivers according to the audio configuration
Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit true BD lossless sound
Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality
USB Ports
Intel Z170 chipset:
6 x USB 3.0/2.0 port (s) (2 at back panel, blue, 4 at mid-board)
Intel Z170 chipset:
8 x USB 2.0/1.1 port (s) (4 at back panel, black, 4 at mid-board)
ASMedia USB 3.1 controller:
1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port (s) (1 at back panel, teal blue, Type-A)
ASMedia USB 3.1 controller:
1 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port (s) (1 at back panel, Type-C, Reversible)
Special Features
OC Design - ASUS PRO Clock Technology
Full BCLK range for extreme overclocking performance
TUF Features:
TUF ENGINE! Power Design:
8 + 4 Digital Phase Power Design
TUF Components (New Alloy Choke, Ti-Cap. & MOSFET; certified by military-standard)
ASUS DIGI + Power Control Utility
Ultimate COOL! Thermal Solution:
TUF Thermal Radar 2
TUF ICe
Safe & Stable! Guardian Angel:
TUF ESD Guards 2
TUF LANGuard
ASUS Exclusive Features:
GPU Boost
USB BIOS Flashback
MemOK!
AI Suite 3
Ai Charger +
M. 2 & SATA Express
Anti-Surge
Front Panel USB 3.0 Support
ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
USB 3.1 Boost
Disk Unlocker
Turbo LAN
PC Cleaner
ASUS EZ DIY:
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 3
ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
Multi-language BIOS
ASUS Q-Design:
ASUS Q-Shield
ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED, HDD LED)
ASUS Q-Slot
ASUS Q-DIMM
ASUS Q-Connector
Overclocking Protection:
ASUS C. P. R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
Operating System Support
Windows 10, 64bit
Windows 8.1, 64bit
Windows 7, 32bit/64bit
Back I/O Ports
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port (s)
1 x USB 3.1 (teal blue) Type-A
1 x USB 3.1 Type-C
4 x USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.0 (blue) (one port can be switched to USB BIOS Flashback)
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
5 x Audio jack (s)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button (s)
1 x 8-channel Audio I/O
1 x TUF Detective USB port
Internal I/O Ports
1 x AAFP connector
2 x USB 3.0 connector (s) support (s) additional 4 USB 3.0 port (s) (19-pin)
2 x USB 2.0 connector (s) support (s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port (s)
2 x SATA Express connector: , Compatible with 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
1 x M. 2 Socket 3 with M Key design, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (Supports both SATA & PCIE SSD)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector (s)
1 x CPU Fan connector (s) (4 -pin)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector (s) (4 -pin)
6 x Chassis Fan connector (s) (4 -pin)
2 x Assistant Fan connector (s) (1 x 3 -pin, 1 x 4 -pin, [White])
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 System panel (s) (Q-Connector)
1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector
1 x Chassis Intrusion connector (s)
1 x DRCT header (s)
1 x MemOK! Button (s)
3 x Thermal sensor connector (s)
1 x CPU OV
1 x Clear CMOS jumper (s)
1 x Water Pump header (4-pin)
1 x 14-1 pin TPM connector
Accessories
User's manual
Accessory Guide
ASUS Q-Shield
4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable (s)
1 x M. 2 Screw Package
1 x CPU installation tool
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x SLI bridge (s)
1 x Q-connector (s) (1 in 1)
1 x TUF Certification card (s)
1 x TUF 5 Year Warranty manual (s) (by region)
1 x TUF INSIDE sticker (s) (gray)
1 x STAY COOL BE TUF sticker (s) (gray)
1 x back I/O dust frame
1 x back I/O dust grid
BIOS
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information
Manageability
WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Form Factor
ATX Form Factor
12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
