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  • Page 1 PRIME Z370M-PLUS II...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... iv About this guide ......................iv Package contents ....................... vi PRIME Z370M-PLUS II specifications summary ............vi Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard overview ................1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-9 System memory ..................

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    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.
  • Page 5 Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    ® * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (supports x16, x8+x4+x4*) 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max. at x4 mode) 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 slots...
  • Page 7 - 6 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board, 2 ports @back panel) ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot with solid soldering - ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static - ASUS electricity discharges...
  • Page 8 ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II specifications summary Superb Performance OptiMem - Improved DDR4 stability M.2 onboard - The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds ASUS Fan Xpert 4 Core - Advanced fan and liquid controls for ultimate cooling and quietness...
  • Page 9 ** The chassis intrusion header is built into the system panel connector. 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 3.1, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning BIOS...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    2242 PCIEX16_2 128Mb USB1314 U31G1_34 MONO_OUT BIOS SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 CLRTC PANEL AAFP SPDIF_OUT Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II...
  • Page 12 1.2.1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~2) Intel LGA1151 CPU socket ® DDR4 DIMM slots Intel Z370 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) ® USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (20-1 pin U31G1_12, U31G1_34) M.2 sockets (M.2_1;...
  • Page 13 IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P1_D- 1 specifications and provide faster data transfer speeds IntA_P2_D- IntA_P1_D+ IntA_P2_D+ of up to 5 Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable U31G1_34 devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. PIN 1 ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II...
  • Page 14 M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2) M.2(SOCKET3) These sockets allow you to install M.2 (NGFF) SSD modules. • The M.2_1 socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices (both SATA & PCIe x4 mode). • The M.2_2 socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices (both SATA &...
  • Page 15 HD Audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AAFP HD-audio-compliant pin definition We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II...
  • Page 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Actual PCI Express speeds varies per BIOS settings. PCI Express operating mode VGA configuration PCIe 3.0 x16_1 (gray) PCIe 3.0 x16_2 Single VGA/PCIe card (Recommended for...
  • Page 17 Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center Lime (Front panel) Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 7.1-channel audio output. ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II...
  • Page 18 USB 2.0 ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices. USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices. • USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices can only be used for data storage. •...

  • Page 19: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket.

  • Page 20: System Memory

    • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Recommended memory configurations DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_B2*...
  • Page 21 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II 1-11...
  • Page 22 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2: Bios Information

    Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility.
  • Page 24 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. • Ensure that you load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 2.3 Exit Menu for details.
  • Page 25 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 26 ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB) Enter Setup When the booting message appears, press <Enter> within five (5) seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt.
  • Page 27 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 2.3 Exit Menu for details. ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II...

  • Page 28: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. •...
  • Page 29 Click to go to Advanced mode Loads optimized Search on the FAQ default settings Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II...
  • Page 30 2.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press <F7>. Hot Keys Menu items Scroll bar...
  • Page 31 EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard’s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II...
  • Page 32 Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code:...

  • Page 33: Exit Menu

    <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select OK to discard changes and exit. Launch EFI Shell from USB drives This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices. ASUS PRIME Z370M-PLUS II 2-11...
  • Page 34 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS Information...

  • Page 35: Notices

    Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 36 Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 37 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 38 доступний на: www.asus.com/support Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support Türkçe AsusTek Computer Inc., bu aygıtın temel gereksinimlerle ve ilişkili Čeština Společnost ASUSTeK Computer Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že toto Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder.

  • Page 39: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax...
  • Page 40 Appendix...

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