Size (length*width*height): 33cm x 7cm x 26cm

What's in the box:

1 X STRIX Z270F Gaming

4 X SATA 6Gb/s cables

1 X SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-M)

1 X RGB LED extension cable

1 X I/O shield

1 X ROG cable label set

1 X ROG Strix sticker

1 X 3D Printing kit

1 X M.2 screws kit

1 X ROG Coaster

1 X ROG motherboard support DVD

1 X User guide

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

ROG Strix Z270F Gaming continues the proud legacy of the Z170 Pro Gaming series and features advanced ROG innovations. ROG Strix Z270F 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 Z270F charges every movement of every game with thrilling energy and equips you with epic speed and agility. Join the Republic with ROG Strix Z270F Gaming and dominate your game!

SPECIFICATIONS

CPU	Intel Socket 1151 for 7th/6thGeneration 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 Z270
Memory	4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 3866(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.)/2400/2133 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. 0.
Graphic	Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DVI-D/DisplayPort 1.2 ports - Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz - Supports DVI-D with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz - Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz *1 Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB Supports Intel InTru 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously
Multi-GPU Support	Supports NVIDIA 2-Way SLI 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) 4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1
Storage	Intel Z270 Chipset : 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)*2 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (x4 PCIE mode)*3 6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s) Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 Supports Intel Smart Response Technology*4 Intel Optane Memory Ready *5
LAN	Intel I219V Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst Technology
Audio	ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A - Dual Headphone Amplifiers - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - SupremeFX Shielding Technology - Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback *6 Audio Feature : - SupremeFX Shielding Technology - Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals - Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity - Sonic Radar III - Sonic Studio III
USB Ports	Intel Z270 Chipset : 6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board) Intel Z270 Chipset : 6 x USB 2.0 port(s) ASMedia USB 3.1 controller : 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (Type-A + USB Type-CTM, Support 3A power output)
ROG Exclusive Features	ROG RAMCache II ROG CPU-Z ROG CloneDrive Overwolf GameFirst IV ROG Aura - Aura Lighting Control - Aura RGB Strip Headers
Special Features	OC Design - ASUS PRO Clock Technology - Full BCLK range for extreme overclocking performance 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - Whole system optimization with a single click! 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App together, providing better CPU performance, efficient power saving, precise digital power control, whole system cooling and even tailor your own app usages. TPU - Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost - Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors Gamer's Guardian: - DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Stainless Steel Back I/O - Highly Durable Components - DIGI+ VRM - SafeSlot ASUS Exclusive Features: - AI Suite 3 - Ai Charger - ESD Guards - PC Cleaner ASUS EZ DIY : - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS Q-Design : - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM Gaming Aesthetics : - 3D printing friendly - AURA-RGB Lighting Turbo APP M.2 Onboard(The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds)
Back I/O Ports	1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s) 1 x DVI-D 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI 1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s) 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A + USB Type-CTM 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (blue) 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Audio jack(s)
Internal I/O Ports	1 x AAFP connector 2 x RGB Header(s) 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) 3 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 6 USB 2.0 port(s) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key design, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (Supports both SATA & PCIE SSD) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s) 1 x CPU Fan connector(s) 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) 2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s) 1 x System panel(s) (Chassis intrusion header is inbuilt) 1 x CPU OV 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector 1 x ROG extension (ROG_EXT) header(s) 1 x 14-1 pin TPM connector 1 x COM port header 1 x High AMP Fan Header 1 x T_Sensor Connector 1 x AIO PUMP Header 3 x 3D Mount screw port(s)
Accessories	User's manual 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 HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M) 1 x ROG Strix stickers 1 x 10 in 1 ROG Cable Label(s) 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm) 1 x 3D printing mount package 1 x ROG coaster(s)
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, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information.
Manageability	WfM2.0, DMI3.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Operating System	Windows 10 64-bit Windows 8.1 64-bit *7 Windows 7 32-bit *7 Windows 7 64-bit *7
Form Factor	ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )
Note	1 DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy chain up to 3 displays. *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. *3 The M.2_2 socket shares SATA_56 ports when use M.2 PCIE mode device in X4 mode. Adjust BIOS settings to use SATA devices. *4 These functions will work depending on the CPU installed. *5 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. *6 Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for 8-Channel audio. *7 Windows 8.1 64-bit and Windows 7 32/64-bit are only supported when using 6th Generation Intel Processors. *8 ROG GameFirst IV is only available for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit *9 Support for the Bluetooth specification depends on the Windows version. Win7/8.1 support up to Bluetooth 4.0.

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 Z270F Gaming, or attach separate RGB strips using the two onboard 4-pin headers. You can even use both at the same time and enjoy perfectlighting synchronization. Fire up Aura and enjoy the creative freedom of nine different lighting themes.

STYLISH PCB: MATTE BLACK COLOR WITH STRIKING, PATTERNED DESIGN

*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 Z270F 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.

*Visit the ASUS Aura microsite to learn more aboutAura Sync.

3DPrinting 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 a little extra 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!

AUDIO

SUPREMEFX

SHIELDED AUDIO, SUPERIOR SOUND

ROG Strix's SupremeFX audio technology has levelled up, delivering an exceptional 113dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection for best-ever recording quality and 120dB on line-out for crystal-clear sound! 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!

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

ASUS PRO CLOCK TECHNOLOGY

IMPROVED OVERCLOCKING FOR FASTER GAMING PERFORMANCE

A dedicated base-clock generator designed for 7th Generation Intelprocessors allows overclocked base base-clock frequencies up to or beyond 425MHz*. This custom solution works in tandem with the ASUS TurboV processing unit to enhance voltage and base-clock overclocking control, providing an exciting new way to boost performance to extreme heights.

BCLK Range (MHz)

CPU Frequency

Testing configuration:IntelLGA 1151 i7-7700K | PRIME Z270-A | Corsair DDR4 3200 4G*4 | Corsair H110i | Windows 10

*BCLK overclocking range will vary according to CPU capabilities, cooling, motherboard support and tuning options. Ranges up to 650MHz are possible under some conditions.

THIRD-GENERATION
ASUS T-TOPOLOGY

DDR4 OVERCLOCKING
STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

With support for DDR4 memory, ROG Strix Z270F Gaming lets you drive memory frequencies to 3866MHz and beyond when overclocked! ASUS-exclusive T-Topology circuit design provides superb memory-overclocking capability to unleash the full power of DDR4 by minimizing coupling noise and signal reflection. With innovative equidistant memory channels, T-Topology delivers balanced control and powerful overclocking compatibility.

5-WAY OPTIMIZATION

GET PERFORMANCE, EFFICIENCY, DIGITAL POWER, FAN CONTROL AND EVEN NETWORKING
AND AUDIO TUNING TAILORED FOR YOU AND THE WAY YOU PLAY!

You don't need to be an expert to max out gaming performance on your ROG Strix Z270F Gaming build because 5-Way Optimization sorts all the complex settings with a click, for instant, highly-controllable performance boosts! Our exclusive technology dynamically optimizes essential aspects of your system based on real-time use, so you get superb CPU performance, everyday energy savings, ultra-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 ensures that your PC is perfect for gaming, entertainment, productivity or just about anything else!

• Games run swiftly and smoothly with high performance, prioritized bandwidth, and vivid sound.
• Fans stay whisper-quiet for everyday computing and ensure extreme cooling efficiency when gaming.
• Stutter is eliminated, ensuring smooth-running apps -- even under heavy loading.
• Energy efficiency is improved, so you'll save money.

FAN XPERT 4

With high-end graphics cards being a significant source of heat in any build, the GPU has a bigger impact on case temperatures than any other component. With Fan Xpert 4 you're now able to set the GPU temperature as a fan-tuning source, enabling a dynamic cooling response to system power output!

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.

INTEL GIGABIT ETHERNET

MORE THROUGHPUT AND LESS CPU USAGE FOR GREAT GAMING EXPERIENCES

ROG Strix Z270F 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 Strix Z270F 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.

DUAL PCIE GEN3 M.2

LET YOUR SSD SCREAM AT SPEEDS OF UP TO 32GBPS

Dual PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 slots (1x type 22110, 1x type 2280) provide NVMe SSD RAID support for an incredible performance boost. Create a RAID configuration with up to three PCIe Gen3 storage devices via two M.2 slots and a PCIe x16 slot to enjoy the world's fastest data-transfer speeds on the 7th Generation Intel Core platform.

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.

Beyond VR ready

ROG Strix Z270F Gaming isn't just VR Ready it goes way beyond! The ASUS ROG Beyond VR Ready marque means that ROG Strix Z270F 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.