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STRIXB250FGAMING, STRIX B250F GAMING, 3494686
Overview
Features
- Aura Sync RGB LED lighting technology for ultimate customizability
- 3D-printing-friendly design — Dedicated 3D mounts makes fitting 3D-printed
parts easy
- ROG SupremeFX audio — Renowned audio performance with dual headphone
amplifiers, leveled-up Sonic Studio III, and Sonic Radar III
- Gaming networking — Best-in-class Intel Gigabit Ethernet, LANGuard, and
GameFirst technology
- Next-gen connectivity — Dual onboard M.2 slots for up to 32Gbps PCIe
bandwidth and USB 3.1 Type-C connector
- Patent-pending ASUS SafeSlot for enhanced PCIe retention and shearing
resistance
ROG Strix B250F Gaming motherboards combine bold aesthetics with premier
performance and incredible audio to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences and
style. Support for the latest Intel processors and technologies, plus exclusive
ROG innovations, take performance to the next level to give you the edge against
opponents. ROG Strix B250F Gaming charges every movement of every game with
thrilling energy and equips you with epic speed and agility. Join the Republic
with ROG Strix B250F Gaming and dominate your game!
Lighting | AURA LIGHTING CONTROL
Create your own custom LED lighting effects with the intuitive Aura software.
Cast a stunning multi-color glow across your build with the powerful RGB LEDs
built in to ROG Strix B250F Gaming, or attach a separate RGB strip using the
onboard 4-pin header. Fire up Aura and enjoy the creative freedom of twelve
different lighting themes.
- Static - Always on
- Breathing - Fades in and out
- Strobing - Flashes on and off
- Color cycle - Fades between the colors of the rain-bow
- Music effect - Pulses to the beat of your music
- CPU Temperature - Changes color with CPU load
- Rainbow - A rolling multi-color glow
- Comet - A stream of light with a tail
- Flash &dash - Single/multi-color stepped flashes
- Wave - An undulating display in single or multi-color
- Glowing Yo Yo - A rebounding elastic beam
- Starry Night - A display that mimics the nighttime
sky
*The Aura RGB-strip header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strips with a
maximum power rating of 2A (12V). For maximum brightness, strip length should
not exceed 2m.
* One extension cable is included. RGB LED strips are sold separately.
OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION
ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED technology makes ROG Strix B250F Gaming the control
hub for your illumination ambitions so it's easy to synchronize incredible
lighting effects between compatible components, including RGB LED strips,
graphics cards, keyboards and even mice! Change all LEDs in unison or employ
dynamic modes to flow the illumination effects smoothly across all synchronized
devices.
3D Printing Friendly
MAKE IT YOUR OWN
ASUS is the first motherboard manufacturer to support 3D printing, making it
easy to customize your motherboard's appearance and improve system performance
with a range of printable parts.
EXCLUSIVE 3D MOUNT FOR EASY INSTALLATION
Dedicated 3D Mounts on the motherboard makes fitting 3D-printed parts easy.
Usingthe same screws as M.2 drives and standard motherboard mounting holes, you
can easily add nameplates, cable covers, or an M.2 fan holder.
*Products with the 3D Printing Friendly logo feature the specialized 3D Mount
and are also bundled with an extra 3D mount kit.
3D-PRINTABLE ACCESSORIES
As system parts are visible in custom PC builds, make yours stand out from
the competition with 3D-printed accessories.
2-WAY SLI HB BRIDGE COVER
- Clip the cover onto the PCB SLI HB bridge to add style to your build.
Multiple form factors eATX, ATX and mATX are available.
FAN GRILL
- Add some style to your build.
CABLE COMBS
- Keep cables organized with the multi-connector design. 3D design files are
available for 24-pin, 8-pin, 8 + 6-pin, 6-pin and 4-pin PSU
connectors.
ROG FONTS
- Use ROG font files to print letters then fully customize your build by
adding your name or any other word or phrase!
ROG KEYCHAIN
- Print a 3D keychain and show your ROG passion to the world!
GUIDE TO START 3D PRINTING
Follow these steps to start printing your own 3D parts, and integrate
them seamlessly into your PC build in no time!
- DOWNLOAD - Select the 3D source files you want to download.
- PERSONALIZE - Adjust size or shape, add text or change other attributes.
- PRINT - Use your own printer, or visit a local vendor or ASUS store with
Shapeways.
- SETUP - Easily assemble and fit your 3D-printed parts.
AUDIO SUPREMEFX | SHIELDED AUDIO, SUPERIOR SOUND
ROG Strix's awesome SupremeFX audio technology has levelled up, delivering an
exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection for best-ever
ROG recording quality! We've also added a low-dropout regulator for cleaner
power delivery to the SupremeFX S1220A codec, plus Texas Instruments RC4580 and
OPA1688 op-amps for high gain with low distortion. It all adds up to audio that
envelops you as never before!
Audio cover
- Effective shielding preserves the integrity of audio signals for the best
quality.
Dual Op Amplifiers
- With two op-amps onboard you're able to pump exceptional audio to your
favorite cans, with 32-600-headphone impedance for great flexibility.
Premium Nichicon audio capacitors
- Fine-quality Japanese-made components that produce a warmer, natural sound
with exceptional clarity and fidelity.
Audio line shielding
- Blocks electromagnetic interference from the motherboard or add-ons to
provide cleaner audio.
SONIC STUDIO III
ROG Strix's Sonic Studio III audio-effects station has an intelligent routing
feature made for streaming. The new routing feature ports streams to different
outputs giving you full control over who hears what. With Sonic Studio III, you
now can share your exciting in-game moments without worrying about frivolous
DCMA takedown requests. In addition to that, Sonic Studio III also comes with
app-level preferences for instant audio profiles, and improved noise filtering
for conversations with total clarity!
Easily assign different audio streams to different outputs, such as browser
audio to headphones and game audio to speakers.
APP-SPECIFIC PROFILES
- Apply customized audio settings to different applications, so everything
you do is perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen.
NOISE FILTER
Automatically detects and eliminates unwanted background noises, ensuring
that your communications are loud and clear.
SCAN AND DETECT TO DOMINATE
SONIC RADAR III
We've given Sonic Radar III an overhaul, evolving the audio engine to process
sounds more accurately than ever, ensuring you're always aware of what's going
on around you and we've even added an onscreen arrow to help you pinpoint the
enemy's position instantly! See the origin of key in-game sounds and hone your
enemy-pinpointing skills. Plus the new audio boost feature provides filters that
let you hear even the faintest sounds, so you can become the hunter, not the
hunted!
IMPROVED AUDIO ALGORITHM
- The new Sonic Radar III audio algorithm is now even more accurate to allow
enemies to be pinpointed with even more accuracy.
3D ENGINE
- Sonic Radar III is built around it's all new HUD with an in-game 3
dimensional arrow for a more intuitive experience.
AUDIO BOOST
- The new audio boost feature now allows the boosted audio to be heard
directly.
AUDIO RADAR
- Sonic Radar III is effective regardless of surrounding noise and
chaos.
PERFORMANCE
ALL-ROUND ENERGY EFFICIENCY
With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) you'll enjoy real-time, system-wide
power savings for gaming kicks that won't cost the earth! EPU automatically
detects and adjusts power consumption according to your rig's needs, so you save
money without compromising on thrills. EPU will also reduce CPU wattage to a set
level and deliver even more savings with Away mode, creating an extreme
energy-saving scenario that shuts down unused extra I/O controllers and reduces
the power level of the graphics card. That means full power for your gameplay
and then total energy efficiency when you step away!
COOLER BY DESIGN
Play quieter and cooler with advanced fan and water-pump controls for the
ultimate in undisturbed gaming. With onboard thermal sensors and hardware-level
4-pin/3-pin PWM/DC mode detection, Fan Xpert 4 makes sure every fan achieves the
best balance of high cooling performance and low noise -- so you enjoy all the
performance you demand with none of the racket!
PRECISE DIGITAL POWER CONTROL
To go faster than fast you need ultra-accurate power control so ROG Strix
B250F Gaming is kitted out with ASUS Digi+ Power Control for enhanced system
stability and superb power efficiency. Digi+ Power Control is the industry's
leading digital power controller and it's fully compliant with Intel's IMVP8
specifications, for smoother, safer power.
GAME FASTER, RANK HIGHER
ASUS Turbo App is the intuitive tuning panel to boost everything to secure
your victory in your favorite titles! Prioritize data across your network and
optimize the audio settings for fantastically clear audio and in-game-chat.
History is written by the victors, so don't go to war without Turbo App.
RAMCACHE II | SPEED YOUR GAME LOADS
Uniquely intelligent technology that effectively caches an entire storage
device so that favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds, getting to
work the moment it's activated. RAMCache II turns milliseconds into microseconds
to boost game-load times -- and of course it's compatible with the latest NVM
Express storage options!
AWARD-WINNING BIOS DESIGN
The smoothest, slickest 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. In EZ Mode you
can get set up very quickly, applying the date and time, fan profiles and Intel
Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory profiles. Switch to Advanced Mode to set up
favorites and shortcuts, record and review recent changes with Last Modified or
make notes in Quick Notes.
CRASHFREE BIOS 3
Never again worry about corrupted BIOS, as CrashFree BIOS 3 lets you restore
a PC to working order even when it won't boot!
EZ FLASH 3
Update the latest BIOS via the internet or from within the system BIOS.
NETWORKING | INTEL GIGABIT ETHERNET
MORE THROUGHPUT AND LESS CPU USAGE FOR GREAT GAMING
EXPERIENCES
ROG Strix B250F Gaming features the very latest Intel Ethernet (I219-V) for
faster, smoother gaming. Intel's LAN has the serious double advantage of
reducing CPU overhead while offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput.
This significantly reduces the processor's workload, so there's more power for
gaming.
LANGUARD
PUMPED-UP THROUGHPUT, BEST SURGE PROTECTION
LANGuard means safer, more reliable connections for your battles! Advanced
signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounting processes join forces to
protect your ROG Strix B250F Gaming's connection and deliver pumped-up
throughput, plus electrostatically guarded and surge-protected components (ESD
Guards) for 1.9x-greater tolerance to static electricity and 2.5x-greater
protection (up to 15KV) against surges!
GAMEFIRST IV | TEAM UP TO BANISH LAG
GameFirst IV optimizes network traffic for faster, lag-free online gaming and
now we've added Multi-Gate Teaming to team all your networks for maximum
bandwidth and the smoothest-ever gameplay. You'll also enjoy all-new Intelligent
mode, which automatically compiles a database by parsing new app data to ensure
that every game is optimized for the best performance.
CONNECTIVITY
DUAL M.2 | LET YOUR SSD SCREAM AT SPEEDS OF UP TO 32GBPS
ROG Strix B250F Gaming features dual M.2 slots with Socket 3 and M-key
support. One slot supports PCIe 3.0 (2242/2260/2280/22110) for NVMe, and the
other slot supports SATA. Together, they give you the fastest and most-flexible
M.2 interface available.
USB 3.1 TYPE A+C | ULTIMATE 10GBPS DATA SPEEDS
With one USB 3.1 Type-A port and one reversible USB 3.1 Type-C port, you'll
experience data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps twice as fast USB 3.0. USB 3.1
is also completely backward-compatible with existing USB devices -- so you'll be
set for breakneck USB 3.1 speeds with every connection. And as an added bonus,
ASUS-exclusive USB 3.1 Boost technology automatically accelerates USB 3.1
performance even further.
GAME'S GUARDIAN
SAFESLOT
ASUS SafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented. Featuring a new single-step,
insert molding manufacturing process that integrates fortifying metal and
additional solder points, SafeSlot provides stonger PCIe device retention and
greater shearing resistance.
Q-LEDS
Onboard LEDs to indicate the power status, and problems with the CPU, memory,
graphics card or boot device for quick diagnosis.
Digi+ VRM
- The Digi+ VRM voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the
industry, ensuring ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the
CPU
DRAM overcurrent protection
- Onboard resettable fuses protect all connection ports and DRAM modules
against overcurrent and short-circuit damage, extending your motherboard's
life.
Q-shield
NO pain! Protect your hands from nicks and cuts.
Q-Slot
1 clip design makes it easy to swap or secure your graphics card.
Q-DIMM
1 slided clips make handling memory modules a cinch.
ROG STRIX GIVES YOU MORE
OVERWOLF
STAY IN THE GAME
Overwolf is a clever, unobtrusive overlay that lets you browse the internet,
email, IM, and stream or record gameplay all while you're in the game.
Color-matched ROG skins that display your status as a member of an elite pack
are also available for download from the Overwolf App Store.
ROG CLONE DRIVE
IMAGE YOUR DRIVES, THE SMART WAY
All-new ROG Clone Drive is the smart, convenient cloning solution that
quickly and efficiently replicates hard drives or SSDs. Clone Drive is so smart
that it can clone one drive to two target drives at the same time, or image any
file from your disk at breakneck speeds.
Beyond VR ready
ROG Strix B250F Gaming isn't just VR Ready it goes way beyond! The ASUS ROG
Beyond VR Ready marque means that ROG Strix B250F Gaming has been tested with
loads of class-leading components to ensure that your productivity, gaming and
entertainment needs are tuned for maximum performance after you've taken off the
headset. ASUS Beyond VR Ready opens up a new way to configure and build your
dream system with total confidence.
THE POWER OF INTEL
Intel B250 chipset
The Intel B250 is a single-chipset design that supports 7th &
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. It natively supports up to
six USB 3.0 ports, six SATA 6Gbit/s ports, and PCIe 3.0 lane speed support for
faster data retrieval. Intel B250 chipset also supports iGPU functionality, so
you'll enjoy the very latest Intel integrated graphics performance.
Ready for 7th Generation and 6th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core
i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron processors
The ROG Strix B250F Gaming motherboard supports 7th Generation and 6th
Generation Intel Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron processors in the
LGA1151 package. Integrated graphics, memory and PCI Express controllers support
onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, two-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4
memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes for great performance.
Specifications
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CPU |
Intel Socket 1151 for 7th/6th Generation Core i7/Core i5/Core
i3/Pentium/Celeron Processors |
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Supports Intel 14 nm CPU |
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Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
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* The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU
types. |
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* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support
list |
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Chipset |
Intel B250 |
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Memory |
4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered
Memory |
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Dual Channel Memory Architecture |
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Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) |
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* Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL
(Qualified Vendors Lists). |
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* Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2400MHz memory frequency is
only supported by 7th Generation Intel processors. Higher memory modules
will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4
2400MHz. |
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** Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2133MHz and higher memory
modules on 6th Generation Intel processors will run at the maximum
transfer rate of DDR4 2133MHz. |
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Graphic |
Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics
support |
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Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DVI-D/DisplayPort 1.2
ports |
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- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24
Hz |
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- Supports DVI-D with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60
Hz |
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- Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 @ 60
Hz |
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Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB |
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Supports Intel InTru 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology,
Insider |
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Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously |
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DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy
chain up to 3 displays |
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Multi-GPU Support |
Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology |
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Expansion Slots |
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 mode) |
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1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (max at x4 mode) *1 |
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4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 |
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Storage |
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Intel B250 Chipset |
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
support (SATA mode)*2 |
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1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices
support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)*3 |
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6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s) |
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LAN |
Intel I219V |
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Anti-surge LANGuard |
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ROG GameFirst Technology |
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Audio |
ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
S1220A |
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- Dual Headphone Amplifiers |
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- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone
outputs |
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- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel
Jack-retasking |
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- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR
recording input |
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- SupremeFX Shielding Technology |
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- Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback *4 |
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Audio Feature |
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel |
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- Sonic Radar III |
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- Sonic Studio III |
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USB Ports |
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Intel B250 Chipset |
6 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, 4 at
mid-board) |
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Intel B250 Chipset*5 |
6 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 2 at
mid-board) |
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ASMedia USB 3.1 controller |
2 x USB 3.1 port(s) (Type-A + Type-C, Support 3A power
output) |
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Workstation Feature |
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ROG Exclusive Features |
ROG RAMCache II |
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ROG CPU-Z |
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ROG CloneDrive |
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Overwolf |
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GameFirst IV |
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ROG Aura |
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- Aura Lighting Control |
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- Aura RGB Strip Headers |
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Special Features |
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Gamer's Guardian |
- DRAM Overcurrent Protection |
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- Stainless Steel Back I/O |
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- Highly Durable Components |
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- DIGI+ VRM |
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- SafeSlot |
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ASUS Exclusive Features |
- AI Suite 3 |
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- Ai Charger |
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- ESD Guards |
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ASUS EZ DIY |
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 |
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- ASUS EZ Flash 3 |
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- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode |
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ASUS Q-Design |
- ASUS Q-Shield |
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- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) |
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- ASUS Q-Slot |
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- ASUS Q-DIMM |
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Gaming Aesthetics |
- 3D printing friendly |
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- AURA-RGB Lighting |
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Performance Optimization |
- DIGI + VRM |
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- GPU Boost |
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- Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple
thermistors selection for optimized system cooling
control |
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- AI Suite 3 |
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M.2 Onboard(The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data
transfer speeds) |
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Operating System Support |
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Back I/O Ports |
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s) |
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1 x DVI-D |
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1 x DisplayPort |
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1 x HDMI |
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1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s) |
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2 x USB 3.1 Type-A + Type-C |
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2 x USB 3.0 (blue) |
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4 x USB 2.0 |
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1 x Optical S/PDIF out |
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5 x Audio jack(s) |
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Internal I/O Ports |
1 x AAFP connector |
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1 x RGB Header(s) |
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2 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.0
port(s) |
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1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0
port(s) |
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1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices
support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) |
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1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
support (Support SATA mode only) |
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6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s) |
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1 x CPU Fan connector(s) |
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1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) |
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2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) |
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1 x AIO_PUMP connector |
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1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) |
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1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s) |
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1 x System panel(s) (Chassis intrusion header is
inbuilt) |
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1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) |
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1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector |
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1 x ROG extension (ROG_EXT) header(s) |
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1 x 14-1 pin TPM connector |
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1 x COM port header |
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1 x T_Sensor Connector |
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3 x 3D Mount screw port(s) |
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Accessories |
User's manual |
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ASUS Q-Shield |
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4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s) |
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1 x M.2 Screw Package |
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1 x Supporting DVD |
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1 x ROG Strix stickers |
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1 x 10 in 1 ROG Cable Label(s) |
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1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm) |
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1 x 3D printing mount package |
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BIOS |
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0,
Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control,
F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD
(Serial Presence Detect) memory information. |
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Manageability |
WfM2.0, DMI3.0, WOL by PME, PXE |
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Support Disc |
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Operating System |
Windows 10 64-bit |
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Windows 8.1 64-bit *7 |
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Windows 7 32-bit *7 |
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Windows 7 64-bit *7 |
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Form Factor |
ATX Form Factor |
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12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) |
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Note |
*1 PCIe x16_2 slot shares bandwidth with PCIe x1_2 and PCIe x1_3 slots.
When PCIe x1_2 and PCIe x1_3 slots are occupied, PCIe x16_2 slot runs at
x2 mode. |
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*2 The M.2_1 socket shares SATA_1 port when use M.2 SATA mode device.
Adjust BIOS settings to use a SATA device. |
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*3 The M.2_1 socket supports Intel Optane Technology. Intel Optane
Technology only supported when using 7th Generation Intel Processors.
Before using Intel Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated
your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support
website. |
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*4 Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported
for 8-Channel audio. |
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*5 2 x USB 2.0 port at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT)
port. |
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*6 ROG GameFirst IV is only available for Windows 10/8.1
64-bit |
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*7 Windows 8.1 64-bit and Windows 7 32/64-bit are only supported when
using 6th Generation Intel
Processors. |
