Built with a USB 3.1 controller, the Z170-PRO Motherboard from ASUS is designed to fit in cases that support an ATX form factor. The 12.0 x 9.6" Z170 PRO supports 6th-Generation (Skylake) Intel Core i7, i5, i3, Pentium, and Celeron processors, the LGA 1151 socket, as well as the Intel Z170 chipset. This motherboard supports Windows 10 (64-bit), 8.1 (64-bit), and 7 (64 and 32-bit).
The ATX form factor of the Z170-PRO has 4 x DIMM slots that can support up to 64GB of non-ECC unbuffered DDR4 RAM, as well as dual channel memory architecture and Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules. The supported memory speeds are DDR4 3866 (O.C.), 3800 (O.C.), 3733 (O.C.), 3600 (O.C.), 3466 (O.C.), 3400 (O.C.), 3333 (O.C.), 3300 (O.C.), 3200 (O.C.), 3000 (O.C.), 2800 (O.C.), 2666 (O.C.), 2400 (O.C.), and 2133 (O.C.) MHz memory modules. The Z170-PRO has a total of 6 x SATA III 6 Gb/s ports, 1 x M.2 x4 Socket 3, and 1 x SATA Express port that is compatible with 2 x SATA III 6 Gb/s ports. It also has 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (x16 or dual at x8), 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (max at x4 mode), 4 x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots, 1 x USB 3.1 Type-C port, 1 x USB 3.1 Type-A port, 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 at the back panel, 4 at mid-board), and 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 at the back panel, 4 at midboard). Using the Realtek ALC1150 8-Channel High Definition Audio codec featuring Crystal Sound 3, this motherboard can support 8-channel HD audio.
The Z170-PRO has integrated Intel HD graphics support with 1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort, and 1 x DVI-D outputs. Its HDMI port supports a max resolution of 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz and 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz, its DisplayPort supports a max resolution of 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz and 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz, and its DVI-D port supports a max resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz. The integrated graphics can use up to 512MB of shared memory and also supports Intel InTru 3D, Intel Quick Sync Video, Intel Clear Video HD Technology, and Intel Insider. Up to three displays may be simultaneously supported and DisplayPort 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport will allow up to three DisplayPort 1.2 monitors to be daisy chained together. Multi-GPU use is also supported through NVIDIA Quad-GPU SLI, NVIDIA 2-Way SLI, AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX, and AMD 3-Way CrossFireX technology.
The Z170-PRO has also been designed with LANGuard, DIGI+ VRM, DRAM overcurrent protection, a stainless steel back I/O, ESD guards, AI Suite 3, Fan Xpert 3, USB 3.1 Boost, 5-way optimization, and more. This motherboard is protected by a limited 3-year warranty and includes an ASUS Q-shield, 4 x SATA III 6 Gb/s cables, 1 x M.2 screw package, 1 x CPU installation tool, 1 x supporting DVD, 1 x SLI bridge, and 1 x Q-connector (1-in-1).
Overclock Your Way
5-Way Optimization
With 5-Way Optimization at your disposal, it takes just one click to tune complex settings. ASUS' technology helps optimize essential aspects of your system based on real-time use, so you get improved CPU performance, everyday energy savings, stable digital power, cool and quiet fans, and even networking and audio settings that are tailored for the apps that you are using. In short, 5-Way Optimization helps ensures that your PC is tuned for gaming, entertainment, productivity, or just about anything else
TurboV Processing Unit (TPU)
Unleash your PC's full performance with a simple two-phase onboard switch or the ASUS AI Suite 3 utility. The TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring for the CPU and the graphics card, enabling freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for optimized performance and to exploit the potential out of your graphics card
Energy Processing Unit (EPU)
With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU), you'll enjoy real-time, system-wide power savings. The EPU automatically detects and adjusts power consumption according to the PC's needs and can also reduce CPU wattage to a set level and deliver even more savings with Away Mode. This creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused extra I/O controllers and reduces the graphics card's power level while you're away, so the PC consumes only the energy it needs
Fan Xpert 3
With thermal sensors and hardware-level 4-pin/3-pin PWM/DC mode detection, Fan Xpert 3 helps make sure each fan achieves the best balance of cooling performance and low noise.
Dedicated water-pump header for best water-cooling efficiency
Auto-Tuning Mode: Scans and detects fan characteristics for single-click customization
Extreme Quiet Mode: Reduces CPU fan speed to below the default minimum, for extra-quiet operation and power savings during light loads.
RPM Fixed Mode: Lowers noise levels to near-0 dB silence, allowing you to fix the fan speed.
DIGI+ Power Control
Power control is one of the most essential motherboard designs. Intelligent CPU-power-draw detection with ASUS DIGI+ Power Control is a technology that fully complies with Intel IMVP8 specifications, increasing overclocking potential, enhancing system stability, and improving power efficiency with flexibility and accurate control
Turbo App
Whether you're a hardcore gamer or business professional, you'll feel the benefit of ASUS' Turbo App every day. Its intuitive tuning panel boosts a range of hardware, overclocking your CPU, tuning your fans, prioritizing network data and optimizing audio settings
OC Design- ASUS PRO Clock Technology
A dedicated base-clock (BCLK) generator designed for 6th-generation Intel processors that allows overclocked base clock frequencies up to or beyond 400 MHz. This custom solution works in tandem with the ASUS TurboV Processing Unit (TPU), to help enhance voltage and base-clock overclocking control and thus providing a way to boost performance to new heights
DDR4 Overclocking
Second-generation ASUS T-Topology enables DDR4 memory overclocking to reach over DDR4-3866 MHz with all memory slots populated. Featuring a customized trace layout for reduced crosstalk and coupling noise, ASUS' second-generation T-Topology helps ensure time-aligned signal transfer for improved memory stability, and compatibility
Native M.2/NVMe PCIe RAID Support
Not satisfied with single storage device read/write speeds? Then build a RAID 0 array using two PCIe storage drives to enjoy data transfers at faster speeds/ Separately sold devices include an M.2 + a Hyper M.2 x4 card, M.2 + PCIe, and a PCIe + U.2 by Hyper Kit
Fast Transfer Speeds
SATA Express
Current SSDs devour up to 550 MB/s of bandwidth, which is close to the saturation point for SATA III 6 Gb/s connections. Backwardly compatible with up to two SATA drives, SATA Express is a connectivity standard that helps ensure you and your system won't get left behind
M.2 up to 32 Gb/s
With PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x4 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32 Gb/s data-transfer speeds. It is a good choice for an operating system or application drive, making your whole PC or professional apps work as fast as possible
USB 3.1 with Type-A & Type-C Ports
The ASUS Z170-PRO is engineered with an Intel USB 3.1 controller for 16 Gb/s of total USB 3.1 bandwidth. With both USB 3.1 Type-A and reversible USB 3.1 Type-C ports for compatibility and convenience, you'll experience data-transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb/s - or twice as fast USB 3.0. USB 3.1 is completely backward-compatible with your existing USB devices, and you'll be all set for USB 3.1's speeds. ASUS' USB 3.1 Boost technology automatically helps accelerate USB 3.1 performance even further
UEFI BIOS
The mouse-controlled graphical BIOS has been improved to make it even more appealing. Whether you're a PC novice or a seasoned overclocker, the EZ and Advanced Modes help you find your way, quickly and easily
EZ Flash 3
Update the latest BIOS via the Internet and from within the BIOS
S.M.A.R.T
Check up your storages devices' Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T) logs to gauge reliability and even determine if they're about to fail
EZ Tuning Wizard - OC and RAID
Select your hardware and apply different scenarios to tune system performance or streamline your RAID configuration for faster data retrieval and backups
My Favorites
Find tuning options and add preferred tools to the list
EZ Mode
Intuitive Graphical Fan Control:
Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse
EZ XMP:
Improve your DRAM performance with a click
SATA Information:
View SATA port details for easy device recognition
Fast Clock Adjustment:
Use mouse controls to change the time and date
Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse
EZ XMP:
Improve your DRAM performance with a click
SATA Information:
View SATA port details for easy device recognition
Fast Clock Adjustment:
Use mouse controls to change the time and date
Advanced Mode
GPU POST:
Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information
Secure Erase:
Restore your SSDs to factory-fresh condition
Last Modified Log:
Track last change and save preferred profiles onto a USB drive
SATA Port Renaming:
Rename SATA ports for easy identification
Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information
Secure Erase:
Restore your SSDs to factory-fresh condition
Last Modified Log:
Track last change and save preferred profiles onto a USB drive
SATA Port Renaming:
Rename SATA ports for easy identification
Game with Confidence
Clean Power
A Power Pre-Regulator reduces power-input noise to help ensure consistent performance
Noise Isolation
Audio Shielding helps ensure precision analog/digital separation and reduced multi-lateral interference. Separate layers for left and right tracks help ensure both channels deliver consistent, equal quality, and EMI protection helps prevent electrical noise to preserve audio quality
Audio Enjoyment
Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors help provide warm, natural, and immersive sound with strong clarity and fidelity, while a de-pop circuit helps reduce start-up popping noises to the audio outputs. An audio amplifier also helps produce high quality sound for headphones and speakers
Intel Ethernet
The Z170-PRO features the Intel Ethernet for faster and smoother gaming. Intel's LAN has the double advantage of reducing CPU overhead and offering high TCP and UDP throughput. This helps reduces the processor's workload, so there's more power for your game and your gameplay
Turbo LAN
Turbo LAN with cFosSpeed traffic-shaping technology adds even more lag-reducing support and an intuitive user interface. It allows you to lower lag with no expert knowledge by up to 1.45x. If you're a tweaker, use Advanced Mode for hardcore controls
LANGuard
ASUS LANGuard is hardware-level networking protection that employs signal-coupling technology and anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors, helping to ensure a more reliable connection and better throughput, plus electrostatically-guarded and surge-protected components for greater tolerance to static electricity and improved protection against surges
Entertainment
Wi-Fi GO! gives you control of your PC, even when you're away from home. Access your forgotten files at home and work on your PC from almost anywhere. Plus, it takes just one click to manage all your public clouds or sync files across your PC and devices
Cloud GO!
Gather your ASUS WebStorage, Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive accounts in one place and even back up to PC at the same time
Remote Desktop
Easily access and control your PC, anytime and anywhere
File Transfer
Sync files between your PCs and smart devices with just a click
Remote Keyboard & Mouse
Control media playback from your sofa
Media Streamer
Enjoy your PC's multimedia content almost anywhere. Pipe music from your PC or cloud storage, including ASUS WebStorage, Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive while sipping coffee in a cafe, or sit back with friends and stream a favorite movie to a smart TV. With ASUS Media Streamer, your entertainment goes wherever you go
HyStream
With HyStream you'll enjoy the ease and freedom of streaming HD content from your supported Apple iOS smartphone or tablet straight to your bigger screen
Mobo Connect
Work with your PC and smart device at the same time through a single keyboard-and-mouse set. A simple hot key lets you switch between your PC and smart device quickly. It even charges your mobile device at the same time
Stability
ASUS 5X Protection II employs strong components, excellent circuit design, and exacting standards to help guarantee the quality and long-term durability of your motherboard with all-round protection. For you, that means exceptional protection and stability for your build
LANGuard
ASUS LANGuard is hardware-level networking protection that employs signal-coupling technology and anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors, helping to ensure a more reliable connection and better throughput, plus electrostatically-guarded and surge-protected components for greater tolerance to static electricity and improved protection against surges.
Overvoltage Protection
A circuit design with built-in voltage regulators to help protect your motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable or inferior power supplies
DIGI+ VRM
ASUS' DIGI+ VRM intelligently delivers power to the processor based on real-time demands, reducing energy waste and improving system stability
DRAM Overcurrent Protection
Onboard resettable fuses help prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of both your system and connected devices
Stainless-Steel Back I/O
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a lifespan that's three times longer than ordinary panels
ESD Guards
ASUS ESD Guards prevent damage from electrostatic discharge, up to ±10kV for air discharge and ±15kV for contact discharge, arranged in an active-protective-circuit design that prolongs the life of components
PC DIY
PC Cleaner
PC Cleaner cleans up unused and unwanted files and programs that take up spaces in your storage drives, eliminating the clog. It also accelerates your PC's start-up with a click
Q-DIMM
Even if you work with a smaller case, just push down on the one-sided clip and push or pull RAM modules in or out
Q-Slot
The large winged clip is easy to reach and easy to operate. Just press the Q-Slot clip lightly and the graphics card will pop out
Q-Connector
You no longer need to worry about which front-panel wire goes where. Just pop the wires into Q-Connector's one-piece plug and you're good to go
Q-LED
Q-LED indicates problems with the CPU, memory, graphics card, or boot device, so you can quickly diagnose and remedy any issues
Intel CPU and Chipset Features
Intel Z170 Express Chipset
Intel Z170 Express is a single-chipset design that supports 6th-generation Intel LGA1151 Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, the Z170 provides a maximum of ten USB 3.0 ports, six SATA III 6Gb/s ports, 32 Gb/s M.2, and PCIe 3.0 lane speed support for faster data retrieval. Intel Z170 Express also supports integrated-graphics (iGPU) functions, so you'll enjoy latest Intel integrated graphics performance
Ready for 6th-Generation Intel LGA1151 Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron Processors
This motherboard supports 6th-generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors in the LGA1151 package, with graphics, memory, and PCI Express controllers integrated to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, two-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4 memory, and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes for improved graphics performance