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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.
Contents Safety information ..................iv About this guide ..................iv Package contents ..................vi Q170S1 specifications summary ............... vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview ................1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-7 System memory ..................1-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information BIOS setup program .................
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.
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Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
2x SO-DIMMs, max 32 GB, DDR4 non-ECC, un-buffered memory Memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Integrated graphics processor Multi-VGA output support: 2 HDMI, DP and LVDS ports - Supports HDMI with maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 @24Hz / 2560 x 1600...
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128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, BIOS ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My features Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen function, and ASUS...
MIC IN USB3_C1 ASM1480 M.2(WIFI) USB3_3 Intel ® Super Q170 2280 2230 LAN_USB3_45 Intel ® AUDIO I219LM 128Mb BIOS BLKT_PWR_SEL 3236 LVDS CHA_FAN F_PANEL LCD_BLKT_PANEL BATT_CON VCC_PWR_SEL PANEL_SW Scan the QR code to get the detailed pin definitions. ASUS Q170S1...
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Intel ME jumper (3-pin DIS_ME) ® This jumper allows you to enable or disable the Intel ME function. Set this jumper ® to pins 1-2 to enable (default) the Intel ME function and to pins 2-3 to disable it. ® Disable the Intel ME function before updating it.
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This connector is for the lithium CMOS battery. Panel off header (2-pin PANEL_SW) This 2-pin header is for connecting a monitor switch that can turn off the LCD panel display backlight. Panel voltage selection header VCC_PWR_SEL (VCC_PWR_SEL) (Default) ASUS Q170S1...
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Backlight inverter voltage selection header (3-pin BLKT_PWR_SEL) BLKT_PWR_SEL Pins Setting 1-2 (Default) (Default) IRQ assignments for this motherboard HD Audio controller shared – – – – – – – XHCI shared – – – – – – – SATA controller shared –...
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LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Orange (Blinking) Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection Orange (Blinking Ready to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ASUS Q170S1...
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USB 3.0 ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 / 2.0 devices. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices.
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.
OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the ® motherboard. For more details, refer to the Microsoft support site at http://support.microsoft. ® com/kb/929605/en-us. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM Chapter 1: Product introduction...
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. •...
EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press <F7>.
Q-Fan control Language Hot Keys Menu bar Configuration fields Sub-menu item General help Scroll bar Last modified Menu items Popup window settings Goes back to EZ Mode Search on FAQs Displays the CPU temperature, CPU and memory voltage output ASUS Q170S1...
Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code. Scan this QR code with your mobile device to connect to the ASUS BIOS FAQ web page. You can also scan the QR code below. Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS Q170S1...
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IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license 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.
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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.
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800 Corporate Way, Fremont Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : Q170S1 Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...