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USER MANUAL Z270-LIGHTSABER ECS

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Z270-LIGHTSABER

USER GUIDE

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Preface

Copyright

This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author.

Version 1.0

Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.

Trademark Recognition

Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
- Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system's manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

•This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives:

☐ EN 55032 Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment - Emission requirements
☐ EN 61000-3-2 Electromagnetic Compatibility(EMC) Part 3-2: Limits-Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current ≤16A per phase)
☐ EN 61000-3-3 Electromagnetic Compatibility(EMC) Part 3-3: Limits-Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current≤16A per phase and not subject to conditional connection
☐ EN 55024 Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristics-Limits and methods of measurement
☐ EN 60950 Safety for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment
□ CE marking CE

Canadian Department of Communications

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.

The manual consists of the following:

Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Describes features of the → page 1 motherboard.

Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Describes installation of → page 9 motherboard components.

Chapter 3 Using BIOS Provides information on using the BIOS Setup Utility.

Chapter 4 Describes the motherboard page 69 Using the Motherboard Software software.

Chapter 5 AMD Crossfire™ Technology Support Describes the AMD Crossfire™ Technology. → page 73

Chapter 6 Provides basic trouble → page 77 Trouble Shooting shooting tips.

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Preface i

Chapter 1 1

Introducing the Motherboard 1

Introduction....1

Package Contents....1

Specifications....2

Motherboard Components....4

I/O Ports....6

Chapter 2 9

Installing the Motherboard 9

Safety Precautions....9

Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis....9

Installing Hardware....10

Installing the Processor....10

Installing the CPU Cooler....12

Installing Memory Modules....13

Installing Add-on Cards....15

Connecting Optional Devices....17

Installing a SATA Hard Drive....23

Connecting Case Components....24

Front Panel Header....27

Chapter 3 29

Using BIOS 29

About the Setup Utility....29

The Standard Configuration....29

Entering the Setup Utility....29

Resetting the Default CMOS Values....30

Using BIOS....30

BIOS Navigation Keys....31

Main Menu....32

Advanced Menu....33

Chipset Menu....47

M.I.B.X (MB Intelligent BIOS X) Menu....54

Security Menu....65

Boot Menu....66

Exit Menu....67

Updating the BIOS....68

Chapter 4 69

Using the Motherboard Software 69

Auto-installing under Windows 7/8.1/10....69

Running Setup....69

Manual Installation....71

ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)....71

Chapter 5 73

AMD CrossFire™ Technology Support 73

Requirements....73

Installing CrossFire ^TM graphics cards....73

The Catalyst ^TM Control Center Dialog Box....75

To Enable CrossFire ^TM 75

Chapter 6 77

Trouble Shooting 77

Start up problems during assembly....77

Start up problems after prolong use....78

Maintenance and care tips....78

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart....79

POST Code Checkpoints 81

Chapter 1

Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Z270-LIGHTSABER motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1151 socket for Intel® Kaby Lake/Skylake processor.

This motherboard is based on Intel® Z270 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution. It supports up to 64 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR4 3200+(OC)/2133 MHz. High resolution graphics via three PCIe x16 Gen3 slots. It supports 3-way AMD CrossfireX™ technology that allows you to install Multi graphic cards with identical GPU running at PCIe Gen3 speed. In addition, four PICe x1 Gen 3 slots are for extending usage.

It integrates USB 2.0, USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 interface, supporting up to seven USB 2.0 ports (four USB 2.0 ports at rear panel and one 2*5 pin USB 2.0 header supports additional two USB 2.0 ports and one 5 pin USB 2.0 header supports additional one USB 2.0 port) and six USB 3.0 ports (four USB 3.0 ports at the rear panel and one USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports) and two USB 3.1 ports at the rear panel. The Front USB 3.0 header provides EZ charger technology, please refer to Front Panel USB 3.0 headers of chapter 2 for more details.

The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS/2 keyboard and mouse combo connector, one CLR_CMOS button, one Optical SPDIF out port, one HDMI 1.4b port, one Display port, two USB 3.1 ports, four USB 3.0 ports, four USB 2.0 ports (the yellow ports only used for game USB 2.0 keyboard and mouse, while the red ports only used for rezound vigor USB 2.0 device), one RJ45 LAN connector and 8-ch audio jacks.

In addition, this motherboard supports six SATA 6Gb/s connectors for expansion.

Package Contents

Your motherboard package ships with the following items:

☐ Z270-LIGHTSABER Motherboard
☐ Quick Installation Guide
□ User Manual
DVD
I/O Shield
☐ 4 SATA 6Gb/s cable

The package contents above are for reference only, please take the actual package items as standard.

Specifications

CPU	LGA1151 socket for Intel® Kaby Lake/Skylake processorSupports max CPU TDP 95W and MB TDP designs up to 280WNote: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list.
	Intel ® Z270 ChipsetChipset
	Asmedia ASM1061 & Asmedia ASM1142Extra Chip
Memory	Dual-channel DDR4 memory architecture4 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets support up to 64 GBSupports DDR4 3200+(OC)/2133 MHz SDRAMNote: Please go to ECS website for the latest Memory support list.
Expansion Slots	3 x PCI Express x16 Gen3 slots*4 x PCI Express x4 Gen3 slots1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, supports type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices (both PCIE & SATA mode)Note:*1. Please insert your PCIe Card (VGA card) on gray PCIEX16 slot (PCIEX16_1) when you use one PCIe Card (VGA card), please referer to Chapter 2-3-4.2. If inserting two PCIe Cards (VGA card) into PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots, both two slots will run at X8 mode.3. If inserting three PCIe Cards (VGA card) into PCIEX16_1~3 slots, the PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 will run at X8 mode, while the PCIEX16_3 will run at x4 mode.
AMDCrossFireXTM Technology	Supports AMD CrossFireXTM Technology
Storage	SATA3_1/2 supported by Asmedia ASM1061 ChipsetSATA3_3/4/5/6 Supported by Intel ® Z270 Express Chipset1 x U.2 Port (PCI-e x4 only)
Audio	Realtek ALC1150 8-Ch High Definition audio CODEC- Compliant with HD audio specification
LAN • Killer E2500
Rear Panel I/O	1 x PS/2 keyboard and mouse combo connector1 x CLR_CMOS button1 x Optical SPDIF out port1 x HDMI 1.4b port1 x Display port2 x USB 3.1 ports4 x USB 3.0 ports4 x USB 2.0 ports*1 x RJ45 LAN connector1 x 8-ch Audio jacksNote: *The yellow ports only used for game USB 2.0 keyboard and mouse, while the red ports only used for rezound vigor USB 2.0 device.
Internal I/OConnectors & Headers	1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector2 x 4-pin CPUFAN connectors2 x 4-pin SYSFAN connectors1 x 4-pin PWRFAN connector1 x 5-pin USB 2.0 header supports additional one USB 2.0 port1 x 2*5 pin USB 2.0 header supports additional two USB 2.0 ports1 x USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports (supports EZ charger)6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors1 x U.2 connector (PCIEx4 Signal only)1 x 80 Port switch button1 x Debug POST LEDs1 x Reset button1 x Power on button1 x ROM backup button1 x BIOS updat button1 x BIOS set button1 x Quick OC button1 x Front Panel switch/LED header1 x Case open header1 x Buzzer header1 x Front Panel audio header1 x SPIROM Switch
System BIOS	AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROMSupports Plug and Play, STR (S3)/ STD(S4), Hardware MonitorSupports ACPI & DMIAudio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOSF7 hot key for boot up devices optionSupports Over-ClockingSupports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only)Add the function of copying BIOS parameters to USB flash drive
Bundled Software Support	ECS Exclusive AP: eBLU*/eDLU/eSF*Note: *Microsoft.NET Framework 4.5 is required.
	ATX Size, 305mm x 244mmForm Factor

Motherboard Components

PSUSB ATX_12V CLR_CMOS_BTN HDMI-DP_SPDIF USB31R USB3R USBLAN AUDIO CPUFAN2 PCIE1 PCIEX16_1 PCIE2 PCIE3 PCIEX16_2 PCIE4 PCIEX16_3 F_AUDIO PWR_FAN SYSFAN2 DUALLED QUICK_OC BIOS_SETBIOS_UPDATE CPUFAN1 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 80P_SW POST POWER RESET ATX_POWER USB3F_SYSFAN1 U2_MIN0_SAS SATA3_1/2 SATA3_2/4 SATA3_5/6 BZ SATA3_1/2 SATA3_2/4 SATA3_5/6 BZ PCH ROM_BACKUP SPIROM_SW F_USB2 GASE F_PANEL 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16

Table of Motherboard Components

LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket	LGA1151 socket for Intel® Kaby Lake/Skylake processor
2. CPUFAN1 4-pin	CPU cooling fan connector
3. DIMM1~4 288-pin	DDR4 Module slots
4. 80P_SW 80 Port switch button
5. POST POST Code, Voltage and Temperature LED
6. POWER Power on button
7. RESET Reset button
8. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
9. SYSFAN1 4-pin system cooling fan connector
10. USB3F Front panel USB 3.0 header (supports EZ Charger)
11. U2_MINI_SAS U.2 connector
12. SATA3_1~6 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors
13. BZ Buzzer header
14. M2_2280M M.	2 M.2 Socket 3 with M key, supports type2242/2260/2280 storage devices (both PCIE & SATA mode)
15. SPIROM_SW	SPIROM switch
15. F_PANEL Front	panel switch/LED header
17. ROM_BACKUP	ROM backup button
18. F_USB2 5-pin front panel USB 2.0 header
19. CASE	CASE open header
20. F_USB1	2*5 pin front panel USB 2.0 header
21. BIOS_UPDATE	BIOS update button
22. BIOS_SET	BIOS set button
23. QUICK_OC	Quick OC button
24. SYSFAN2	4-pin system cooling fan connector
25. PWR_FAN	4-pin Power cooling fan connector
26. F_AUDIO	Front panel audio header
27. PCIEX16_1~3	PCI Express x16 Gen3 slots for graphics interface
28. PCIE1~4	PCI Express x1 Gen3 slots
29. CPUFAN2	4-pin CPU cooling fan connector
30. ATX_12V	8-pin +12V power connector

I/O Ports

① ③ ④ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ A B D E F ⑪ ② ⑤ ⑥ ⑩ C

1. PS/2 Keyboard & Mouse Combo connector

Use the PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse.

2. USB 2.0 Ports (Yellow)

This two USB 2.0 ports are only used to connect game keyboard and mouse.

3. CLR\_CMOS\_BTN

Use the CLR_CMOS button to clear CMOS.

4. Optical SPDIF Out port

This jack connects to external optical digital audio out devices.

5. DP Port

Connect your monitor to the DP port.

6. HDMI 1.4b Port

You can connect the display device to the HDMI 1.4b port.

7. USB 3.1 Ports

Use the USB 3.1 ports to connect USB 3.1 devices.

8. USB 3.0 Ports

Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.

9. LAN Port

Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.

LAN LED Status	Description
Activity LED	OFF No data
	Green blinking Active
Link LED	OFF No link
	Green Link

Activity LED Link LED LAN Port

10. USB 2.0 Ports (Red)

This two USB 2.0 ports are only used for rezound vigor USB 2.0 device.

11. Audio ports

Use the audio jacks to connect audio devices. The D port is for stereo line-in signal, while the F port is for microphone in signal. This motherboard supports 8-channel audio devices that correspond to the A, B, C and E port respectively. In addition, all of the 3 ports, B, C and E provide users with both right & left channels individually. Users please refer to the following note for specific port function definition.

A: Center & Woofer D: Line-in

B: Back Surround E: Front Out

C: Side Surround F: Mic

The above port definition can be changed to audio input or audio output by changing the driver utility setting.

Table of onboard Buttons

Item name PCB mark	Function
EZ LED Display 80P_SW		When this button collocates with the 7-segment display on the MB, it will display the following information about the MB, and it will switchover in the following order.1. POST_CODE2. CPU_VOLTAGE (V)3. DIMM_VOLTAGE (V)4. CPU_TEMP (°C)5. PCH_TEMP (°C)
EZ Quick OC QUICK_OC		Your computer will process the fast OverClocking automatically after pressing this button under OS and rebooting the computer.
EZ Enter BIOS BIOS_SET		Under OS or DOS, after pressing this button, your computer will directly enter the BIOS setup picture when you reboot or turn on your computer next time
EZ Update BIOS BIOS_UPDATE		Store the BIOS in USB Flash Drive (ex:60216iG.ROM), and change the file name to EBOOT.ROM, then when you reboot your computer, the BIOS will be updated after pressin this button under OS with the USB Flash Drive connected to the computer.
EZ Duo BIOS ROM_BACKUP		When the SPIROM_A used for booting is damaged:1. Disconnect AC PWR for more than 30s and push the SPIROM_SW to side B, then connect AC PWR, if the ROM_LED remains on, it shows that SPIROM_B is selected. Boot the computer to enter BIOS Disable Eup Function, the computer will reboot automatically after saving the setup, then press the POWER button to turn off the computer. And then press ROM_BACKUP for more than 4s, if ROM_LED blinks continually, it shows that F75223 is backuping the file from SPIROM_B into SPIROM_A. Backup is finished if ROM_LED returns to remain on after 30s.2. Disconnect AC for more than 30s, then push SPIROM_SW to side A, system will return to default state.
Item name PCB mark Function
EZ SPIROM Switch SPIROM_SW		SPIROM_A: Default BIOSSPIROM_B: Backup BIOSBIOS Backup:1. Disconnect AC PWR for more than 30s and push the SPIROM_SW to side B, then connect AC PWR, if the ROM_LED remains on, it shows that SPIROM_B is selected. Boot the computer to enter BIOS Disable Eup Function, the computer will reboot automatically after saving the setup, then press the POWER button to turn off the computer. And then press ROM_BACKUP for more than 4s, if ROM_LED blinks continually, it shows that F75223 is backuping the file from SPIROM_B into SPIROM_A. Backup is finished if ROM_LED returns to remain on after 30s.2. Disconnect AC for more than 30s, then push SPIROM_SW to side A, system will return to default state.BIOS Update:1. Update SPIROM_A: ensure that SPIROM_SW is on the side A after disconnecting AC for more than 30s, then connect AC PWR, boot the computer to enter BIOS Disable Eup Function, Disable ME Control, the computer will reboot automatically after saving the setup, then update BIOS according to normal process.2. Update SPIROM_B: ensure that SPIROM_SW is on the side B after disconnecting AC for more than 30s, then connect AC PWR, boot the computer to enter BIOS Disable Eup Function, Disable ME Control, the computer will reboot automatically after saving the setup, then update BIOS according to normal process.Confirmation of SPIROM_A and SPIROM_B BIOS version:Ensure that SPIROM_SW is on the side A/B after disconnecting AC for more than 30s, and press CLR_CMOS_BTN button, then to confirm it after booting the computer.
EZ RESET RESET		Your computer will fast reset after pressing this button.
EZ POWER POWER This is power button.
EZ Clear CMOS CLR_CMOS_BTN	This button is used to clear CMOS. Please perform this operation after disconnecting the AC PWR for more than 30s.

Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard

2-1. Safety Precautions

Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard:

• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity.
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard.
• Leave components in the static-proof bags.
  • Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis

This motherboard carries an ATX form factor of 305 x 244 mm. Choose a chassis that accommodates this form factor. Make sure that the I/O template in the chassis matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard. Most system chassis have mounting brackets installed in the chassis, which corresponds to the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.

Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.

When installing 24-pin ATX power cable, please note the overhead space because of the chassis design of the Motherboard, avoiding to damage the motherboard with excessive power.

2-3. Installing Hardware

2-3-1. Installing the Processor

• This motherboard has an LGA1151 socket.

- When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory.

- You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility. We strongly recommend you do not over-clock processor or other components to run faster than their rated speed.

- The following illustration shows CPU installation components.

A. Press the hook of lever down with your thumb and pull it to the right side to release it from retention tab.

Line drawing of a mechanical component with a hand adjusting its base (no text or symbols)

B. Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open position.

Line drawing showing a hand inserting a component into a device housing, with no visible text or symbols.

C. Grasp the edge of the package substrate. Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your bottom-left side. Aim at the socket and place the package carefully into the socket by purely vertical motion.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically.

Diagram showing a hand holding a camera module being processed, with no visible text or symbols

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Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed.

2-3-2. Installing the CPU Cooler

• Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket.
- Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.
- To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heat sink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
- DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU.
- Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket.
- The following illustration shows how to install CPU fan.

A. Apply some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the heatsink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a clamping device with a cylindrical shaft and housing (no text or symbols)

B. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. And make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan connector.

Diagram of a CPU fan with cooling fins and heat exchangers, showing mounting hardware (no text or labels)

C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.

Line drawing of a CPU fan with heatsink and cooling element (no text or symbols)

2-3-3. Installing Memory Modules

• This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 288-pin DDR4 3200+(OC)/2133 MHz.
• Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
• You must install at least one module in any of the four slots. Total memory capacity is 64 GB.
  • Refer to the following to install the memory modules.

A. Push the latche on the mobilizable side of the DIMM slot down.

Diagram of a mechanical component with a hand holding a bracket and an arrow indicating rotation (no text or symbols)

B. Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it seats correctly. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the notches in the DIMM slot.

Illustration of a hand pressing down on a computer RAM module into a stack (no text or symbols)

C. The slot latche is levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM.

Front view of a rectangular electronic device with multiple square slots and ports (no visible text or symbols)

The four DDR4 memory sockets (DIMM1, DIMM2, DIMM3 and DIMM4) are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:

Channel A: DIMM1, DIMM2

Channel B: DIMM3, DIMM4

Recommend memory configuration

Model	Sockets
	DIMM1	DIMM2	DIMM3	DIMM4
1 DIMM ~	Populated ~ ~
1 DIMM ~	~ ~ Populated
2 DIMMs	~ Populated ~ Populated
3 DIMMs	Populated	Populated ~	Populated
3 DIMMs	~ Populated Populated		Populated
4 DIMMs	Populated	Populated Populated

Due to Intel CPU spec definition, please follow the table above for recommended memory configuration.

1. For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users give priority to the DIMMs (DIMM2/DIMM4) when installing DIMMs.
2. We suggest users not to mix memory type. It is recommended to use the same brand and type memory on this motherboard.

2-3-4. Installing Add-on Cards

The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard's features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard's capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.

PCIEX16_1\~3 Slots* The PCI Express x16 slots are used to install an external PCI Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 3.0.

PCIE1\~4 Slots The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 3.0.

M2_2280M Slot The M2_2280M slot is M.2 Socket 3 with M key, supports type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices (both PCIE & SATA mode). It will provide high transfer performance than original SATA interface.

*1. Please insert your PCIe Card (VGA card) on gray PCIEX16 slot (PCIEX16_1) when you use one PCIe Card (VGA card), please refer to Chapter 2-3-4.
2. If inserting two PCIe Cards (VGA card) into PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots, both two slots will run at X8 mode.
3. If inserting three PCIe Cards (VGA card) into PCIEX16_1\~3 slots, the PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 will run at X8 mode, while the PCIEX16_3 will run at x4 mode.
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card care fully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually configure the card before installation.

Recommend add_on card configuration

VGA configuration	PCI Express operating mod
	PCIe 3.0 x16_1 (gray)	PCIe 3.0 x16_2	PCIe 3.0 x16_3
Single VGA/PCIe card	x16(Recommended for single VGA card)	N/A N/A
Dual VGA/PCIe cards x8 x8 N/A
Tripl e VGA/PCIe ca rds x8 x8 x4

Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:

1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.

For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can begin using the add-on card.

Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card:

Diagram of a computer motherboard showing fan, drive, and connector components (no text or labels)

Install the VGA Card in the PCIEX16 slot

Line drawing of a hand pressing down on a computer RAM module with two ports and a connector (no text or symbols)

Install the LAN Card in the PCIEX1 slot

Please refer the following steps to install the M.2 SSD card:

1 Demount the screw not used according to the length of your M.2 SSD card.

Motherboard

2 Insert the M.2 SSD card into M2_2208M slot in the fool-proof way.

M2_2280M

3 Lock the screw as the following picture shows to make sure the M.2 SSD card is installed in place.

M2_2280M

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2-3-5. Connecting Optional Devices

Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard's optional devices:

PARK 270_527 CLR_EX80_RTS NOM-4P-6PCH 3D801R SABBR ESBLAR AUDIO CPU/RM52 PCB1 PCB10A_1 PCB2 PCB3 PCB40A_2 PCB5A PCB60A_3 PCB70-LIGHTSABER VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC VCC

No. Components No. Components
1	U	S	B 3
2 U2_MINI_SAS 6 F_USB1
3 SATA3_1~6 7 F_AUDIO
4	F	_	U S

1. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 Header (supports EZ Charger)

This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate.

USB3F supports EZ Charger technology, provides 3 times current than general USB 3.0 port in off mode for USB 3.0 devices. It is useful and excellent, especially for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices that need a large amount of current for faster recharging within less time.

PIN 1 Front Panel USB Power USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Rx- USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Rx+ Ground USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Tx- USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Tx+ Ground USB3 ICC Port1 D- USB3 ICC Port1 D+ Not Connected USB3F

Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang-up.

2. U2\_MINI\_SAS: U2 Connector

This connector is used to support the SSD device.

A1 B1 C1 D1 A9 B9 C9 D9 PCIE_RX0+ U_GND8 & U_GND9 U_GND7 RST PCIE_RX0- PCIE_TX1- ACTMTY SIDEBAND_2 U_GND13 & U_GND11 PCIE_TX1+ SMBus_CLK SMBus_DATA U_GND19 U_GND20 PCI_E_TX0+ PCIE_TX0- U_GND21 U_GND22 PCI_E_TX2+ PCIE_TX2- U_GND23 U_GND24 CLOCK+ CLOCK- U_GND1 U_GND2 PCI_E_RX1+ PCIE_RX1- U_GND3 U_GND4 PCI_E_RX3+ PCIE_RX3- U_GND5 U_GND6 U_GND10 & U_GND11 PCIE_RX2+ PCIE_RX2- U_GND12 U_GND25 U_GND18 U_GND17 PCI_E_TX3- PCIE_TX3+ U_GND15 & U_GND16 U2_MINI_SAS

3. SATA3\_1\~6: Serial ATA 6GB/s Connectors

SATA3_1\~6 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6Gb/s device, simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly.

SATA3_1~6 Ground TX+ TX- Ground RX- RX+ Ground

4. F\_USB2: 5 pin Front Panel USB 2.0 Header & 6. F\_USB1: 2\*5 pin Front Panel USB 2.0 Headers

The motherboard has two USB 2.0 headers(one 5 pin USB2.0 header and one 2*5 pin USB 2.0 header) supporting three USB 2.0 ports. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.

Standby Power +5V USB (-) USB (+) Ground PIN 1 F_USB2 Power +5V USB Port B (-) USB Port B (+) Ground Not Connected PIN 1 Ground USB Port A (+) USB Port A (-) Power +5V F_USB1

Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang-up.

5. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header

This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with intrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.

CASE 2 1 Chassis cover is removed Chassis cover is closed

7. F\_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header

The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by default. If you want connect an AC' 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers, please set as below picture.

Analog ground Presence# Sense1_Return Sense2_Return PIN 1 Headphone left channel Sense_Send Headphone right channel Microphone right channel Microphone left channel HD Audio PIN 1 Analog ground NC NC NC AC' 97 Audio Headphone left channel NC Headphone right channel Microphone power Microphone input signal

AC' 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to support AC97 Audio mode.

Speaker Digital Outputs Microphone Max Volume L R Set Default Device Speaker Configuration sound effects / sound correction / default manual Speaker Configuration Stems Connector Settings Enable auto popup dialog, when device has been plugged in OK Cancel Full range speakers Front left and right Syncound speakers Actual Syncound Device advanced <|vision_start|> ANALOG Deck Panel Print Market DIGITAL REALTEK

AC'97 Panel

If you use HD Audio Front Panel, when you tick off "Disable Front Panel Detection", the front right two ports will highlight, then there is no jack detection function.

Control +2 Active Analyzer Main Volume L 0 Set Default Devices Event Options default format Environment: Reset Lockless Equalization Connector Settings Disable front panel jack detection enable auto popup slot, when device has been plugged in OK Cancel Analog Back Panel Next Market DIGITAL Pop Live Club Back Rearbox +0 OK REALTEK

Created with audio Advanced Speaker Digital Output Hormone Main Volume L R Not Default Device Speaker Configuration Sound Effects Room Correction Default Format Speaker configurations Device Connector Settings □ Enable front panel jacks detector □ Enable auto audio delay, when device has been plugged in OK Cancel Pullerger Speakers □ Select left and right Surround speakers Headphone Visualization Device Advanced without ANALOG Back Reset Front Panel DIGITAL REALTEK

HD Panel
* For reference only

2-3-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive

This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive.

About SATA Connectors

Your motherboard features six SATA connectors supporting a total of six drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment). These connectors are well designed and will only fit in one orientation. Locate the SATA connectors on the motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives.

Installing Serial ATA Hard Drives

To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the Serial ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable. You can connect either end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard.

Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:

1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard.
2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive.
3 Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other end to the power supply.

Technical line drawing of a hard disk drive with connector and cable (no text or symbols)

* For reference only

2-3-7. Connecting Case Components

After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following:

Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPUFAN.

Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYSFAN.

Connect the power cooling fan connector to PWR_FAN.

graph TD
    A["CPU/FAN1~2"] --> B["PCB"]
    A --> C["PWR_FAN"]
    A --> D["SYSFAN1"]
    A --> E["SYSFAN2"]
    B --> F["NC"]
    B --> G["NC"]
    B --> H["+12V"]
    B --> I["GND"]
    C --> J["NC"]
    C --> K["NC"]
    C --> L["+12V"]
    C --> M["GND"]
    D --> N["CPU FAN Control"]
    D --> O["Sensor"]
    D --> P["Power +12V"]
    D --> Q["System Ground"]
    E --> R["System Ground"]
    E --> S["Power +12V"]
    E --> T["Sensor"]
    E --> U["+12V"]
    E --> V["+12V"]
    E --> W["+12V"]
    E --> X["+12V"]

Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A \~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.

2 & 9: ATX\_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector) & ATX\_12V (8-pin ATX 12V Power Connector)

Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX_12V.

PIN 1 +12V +12V +12V +12V Ground Ground Ground Ground ATX_12V +3.3V Ground +12V +5V +12V +5V +5VSB +5V PWRGD -5V Ground Ground +5V Ground Ground Ground +5V PS_ON Ground Ground +3.3V -12V +3.3V +3.3V PIN 1 ATX_POWER

Connecting 24-pin power cable

The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply.

Diagram showing two mechanical components with a downward arrow indicating a process or assembly (no text or symbols present)

With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX match perfectly.

24-pin power cable

Connecting 8-pin power cable

The ATX_12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.

Diagram of a connector assembly showing pin arrangement and mounting base (no text or symbols)

When installing 8-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX_12V match perfectly.

8-pin power cable

Connecting 4-pin power cable

The ATX_12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.

Diagram of a connector assembly showing a pin inserted into a terminal block (no text or symbols present)

When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX_12V match perfectly.

4-pin power cable

4. BZ: Buzzer Header

Signal NC Power +5V PIN 1 BZ

5. F\_PANEL: Front Panel Header

The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information:

MSG LED (+) — PLED MSG LED (-) — Power Switch (+) — PWRBTN Power Switch (-) — Reserved Reset Switch (+) — RESET Reset Switch (-) — Hard disk LED (-) — HDLED Hard disk LED (+) — F_PANEL

Hard Drive Activity LED

Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. The LED will also show activity when M2 hard drive is transferring the data.

Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED

Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.

Reset Switch

Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and runs POST.

Power Switch

Supporting the power on/off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal.

This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS.

About the Setup Utility

The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc.” BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS.

The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system's configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information when the power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is configured with the values you stored in CMOS.

The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure:

• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals
  • Video display type and display options
• Password protection from unauthorized use
  • Power Management features

The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs. Before using the Setup Utility, ensure that you understand the Setup Utility options.

This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options.

The Standard Configuration

A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the future.

This Setup Utility should be used:

• when changing the system configuration
• when a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make changes to the Setup Utility
• when trying to resolve IRQ conflicts
• when making changes to the Power Management configuration
• when changing the password or making other changes to the Security Setup

Entering the Setup Utility

When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines. POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines are completed, the following message appears:

Press DEL to enter SETUP

Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.

L397 GAMINO Default Advanced Exit home Performance +2 CPU Temperature (STS) System Temperature 01 °C CPU DSMM PCH 00:10 T65, 03:08/24/17 2019-LSHPSPAGER Model Size 03/08/2017 Processor Type Inbit(R) Dev(TU) @ TRECK CPU @ 2.80GHz Total Memory 4000 MB (CDMA) Symbol Symbol CP20 CP21 0000 RPM 0000 RPM 0000 RPM USB USB USB USB

Resetting the Default CMOS Values

When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a "CMOS Settings Wrong" message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data at factory by the manufacturer. You simply need to Load Default Settings to reset the default CMOS values.

Note: Changes to system hardware such as different CPU, memories, etc. may also trigger this message.

American Megatrends Z270-LIGHTSABER Release 03/09/2017 Version 2.17.1254. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Press to enter BBS POPUP Press or to enter setup. CMOS Setting Wrong

Using BIOS

When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing .

Some options lead to pop-up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to execute that option. Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for information.

Some options (marked with an icon >>) lead to submenus that enable you to change the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu.

In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by an icon >>.

The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings.

BIOS Navigation Keys

The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:

KEY FUNCTION
ESC	Exits the current menu
	Scrolls through the items on a menu
+/-	Change Opt.
Enter	Select
F1	General Help
F2	Previous Value
F3	Optimized Defaults
F4	Save & Exit

1. For the purpose of better product maintenance, the manufacture reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual. The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture's website for updated manual.
2. In this Gui BIOS, you can operate by mouse or keyboard. Click : select item; Double click: enter; Right click: exit.

Main Menu

This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system language, date and time.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit BIOS Information System Language English System Date Thu 03/09/2017 System Time 00:10:13 BIOS Version 17.03.09 Choose the system default language ← : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

System Language (English)

This item is used to set system language.

System Date & Time

The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility.

This item shows the BIOS version.

Advanced Menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system.

ECS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit LAN Configuration PC Health Status Power Management Setup ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration USB Configuration Super IO Configuration Trusted Computing Intel (R) Rapid Storage Technology LAN Configuration Parameters —— : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

>> LAN Configuration

The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit LAN Configuration Onboard LAN Controller Enabled Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN Controller --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable Onboard LAN controller.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

>> PC Health Status

On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit PC Health Status >> Smart Fan Function CPU Temperature (DTS) : 54 System Temperature : 31 °C CPU Fan 1 Speed : 1956 RPM CPU Fan 2 Speed : 0 RPM System Fan 1 Speed : 0 RPM System Fan 2 Speed : 0 RPM Core Voltage : 1.034V DIMM Voltage : 1.266V VCCSA Voltage : 1.071V VCCIO Voltage : 0.957V PCH Voltage : 1.012V TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) 100 ——: Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

» Smart Fan Function

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ECS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Smart Fan Select CPU Fan 1 Smart Fan Mode Normal Smart Fan start PWM value 180 Smart Fan start PWM TEMP (DTS) 70 DeltaT 3 Smart Fan Slope PWM value 10 Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) 77 SmartFan Select --- ; Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Smart Fan Select (CPU Fan 1)

This item allows you to change and configure Smart Fans on M/B. ex. CPU Fan1, CPU Fan 2, System Fan 1.

Smart Fan Mode (Normal)

This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a better operation environment. If you choose Normal mode, the fan speed will be auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature. If you choose Quite mode, the fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment. If you choose Silent mode, the fan speed will be auto restricted to make system more quietly. If you choose Manual mode, the fan speed will be adjust depending on users' parameters.

Smart Fan start PWM value (180)

This item is used to set the start PWM value of the smart fan.

Smart Fan start PWM TEMP (DTS) (70)

This item is used to set the start temperature of the smart fan.

DeltaT (3)

This item specifies the range that controls CPU temperature and keeps it from going so high or so low when smart fan works.

Smart Fan Slope PWM value (10)

This item is used to set the Slope Select PWM of the smart fan.

Fan Full Speed Offset (DTS) (77)

This item shows the fan full speed offset value.

Press to return to the PC Health Status page.

System Component Characteristics

These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & System fan speed...etc.

• CPU Temperature (DTS)
- System Temperature
- CPU Fan 1 Speed
- CPU Fan 2 Speed
- System Fan 1 Speed
- System Fan 2 Speed
- Core Voltage
- DIMM Voltage
- VCCSA Voltage
- VCCIO Voltage
- PCH Voltage

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) (100)

This item shows the factory TCC activation temperature.

>> Power Management Setup

This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Power Management Setup Resume By PME Disabled Resume By USB Disabled Resume By PS2KB Disabled Resume By PS2 MS Disabled Resume By RTC Alarm Disabled Power LED Type Dual Color LED About Resume by PCI/PCI-E/LAN/Ext. USB3.1 PME --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Resume By PME (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the PCI/PCI-E Modem or PCI/PCI-E LAN card. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. Use this item to do wake-up action if inserting the PCI/PCI-E card.

Resume By USB (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the USB device wakeup function from S3 mode.

Resume By PS2 KB (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the keyboard activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Resume By PS2 MS (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the mouse activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Resume By RTC Alarm (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system's RTC (realtimeclock). Use the items below this one to set the date and time of the wake-up alarm. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.

Power LED Type (Dual Color LED)

This item shows the type of the Power LED.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

>> ACPI Settings

The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit ACPI Settings ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM) Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

ACPI Sleep State [S3(Suspend to RAM)]

This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) Sleep State (default).

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

>> CPU Configuration

The item in the menu shows the CPU.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit CPU Configuration Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7600K CPU @ 3.80GHz Processor Speed 3800 MHz ID 0x906E9 Microcode Revision 48 Number of Processors 4Core(s) / 4Thread(s) VMX Supported SMX/TXT Not Supported Active Processor Cores All Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Execute Disable Bit Enabled Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology Package C State limit Auto Enhanced Halt (C1E) Enabled Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology Disabled Number of cores to enable in each processor package. --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7600K CPU @ 3.80GHz

This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

Processor Speed (3800MHz)

This item shows the current processor speed.

ID (0x906E9)

This item shows the processor stepping version.

Microcode Revision (48)

This item shows the Microcode version.

Number of Processors (4Core(s) / 4Thread(s))

This item shows the core number of the processor.

VMX (Supported)

This item shows the CPU support Intel VMX(Virtual-Machine Extensions) Technology.

SMX/TXT (Not Supported)

This item shows the computer support Intel SMX/TXT Technology or not.

Active Processor Cores (All)

Use this item to control the number of active processor cores.

Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit, you can enable this item to prevent the system from "rebooting" when trying to install Windows NT 4.0.

Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology (Enabled)

When disabled, a VMM cannot utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vandorpool Technology.

Package C State limit (Auto)

Use this item to set the package C state limit.

Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Enabled)

Use this item to enable the CPU energy-saving function when the system is not running.

Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

>> SATA Configuration

Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit SATA Configuration SATA Mode Intel RST Premium Wi... PCIe Storage Dev On Port 9 Not RST Controlled SATA Port 3 Not Present SATA Port 4 Not Present SATA Port 5 Not Present SATA Port 6 Not Present ASMedia Configuration M.2 Not Present Determines how SATA controller(s) operate. --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

SATA Mode (Intel RST Premium Wi...)

Use this item to select SATA mode.

PCIe Storage Dev On Port 9 (Not RST Controlled)

Use this item to select PCIe Storage Dev On Port 9.

SATA Port 3\~6/M.2 (Not Present)

This motherboard supports six SATA channels (which supported by Intel Z270 Express Chipset) and one M.2 slot, each channel allows one SATA device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel.

>> ASMedia Configuration

Use this item to show the information of ASMedia configuration.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit ASMedia Operation SATA Port 1 Not Present SATA Port 2 Not Present --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

SATA Port 1\~2 (Not Present)

This motherboard supports six SATA channels (which supported by ASMedia ASM1061 Chip), each channel allows one SATA device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel.

Press to return to the SATA Configuration page.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

>> USB Configuration

Use this item to show the information of USB configuration.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit USB Configuration All USB Devices Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled USB3.1 Controller Enabled USB Support Parameters --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

All USB Devices (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable all on board USB devices.

Legacy USB Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices.

USB3.1 Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable USB3.1 controller.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

>> Super IO Configuration

Use this item to show the information of Super IO configuration.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Super IO Configuration Super IO Chip IT8733 EC Firmware Version 1.06 EC Firmware Build Date 00/00/0000 ---- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Super IO Chip (IT8733)

This item shows the information of the super IO chip.

EC Firmware Version (1.06)

This item shows the information of the EC Firmware version.

EC Firmware Build Date (00/00/0000)

This item shows the build date of the EC Firmware.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» Trusted Computing

Use this item to show the information of trusted computing configuration.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit TPM20 Device Found TPM Support Enabled Active PCR banks SHA-1, SHA256 Available PCR banks SHA-1, SHA256 Platform Hierarchy Enabled Storage Hierarchy Enabled Endorsement Hierarchy Enabled TPM2.0 UEFI Spec Version TCG 2 Physical Presence Spec Version 1.3 TPM 20 InterfaceType CRB Enables or Disables BIOS support for security device. O.S. will not show Security Device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available. -- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

TPM Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the TPM support. O.S. will not show TPM. Reset of platform is required.

Active PCR banks (SHA-1, SHA-256)

Use this item to show the Active PCR banks.

Available PCR banks (SHA-1, SHA-256)

Use this item to show the Available PCR banks.

Platform Hierarchy (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Platform Hierarchy.

Storage Hierarchy (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Storage Hierarchy.

Endorsement Hierarchy (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Endorsement Hierarchy.

TPM2.0 UEFI Spec Version (TCG\_2)

This item is used to set the TPM2.0 UEFI Spec Version.

Physical Presence Spec Version (1.3)

This item is used to set the Physical Presence Spec Vesion.

TPM 20 InterfaceType (CRB)

Use this item to show the TPM 20 InterfaceType.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology

Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Intel(R) RST 15.5.0.2858 RAID Driver No disks connected to system --- : Select Screen ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Intel(R) RST 15.5.2858 RAID Driver

This item shows the information of Intel(R) RST RAID Driver.

No disks connected to system

This item shows the information of disks connected to system.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Chipset Menu

The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit System Agent Configuration PCH Configuration ME Configuration System Agent (SA) Parameters. --- : Select Screen ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

>> System Agent Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit System Agent Configuration IGD Memory 64M DVMT/FIXED Memory 256M IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled Select DVMT 5.0 Pre-Allocated (Fixed) Graphics Memory size used by the Internal Graphics Device. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

IGD Memory (64M)

This item shows the information of the IGD (Internal Graphics Device) memory.

DVMT/FIXED Memory (256M)

When set to Fixed Mode, the graphics driver will reserve a fixed position of the system memory as graphics memory. When set to DVMT Mode, the graphics chip will dynamically allocate system memory as graphics memory, according to system and graphics requirements.

Multi-Monitor technology

Multi-Monitor technology can help you to increase the area available for programs running on a single computer system through using multiple display devices.

It is not only to increase larger screen viewing but also to improving personal productivity.

graph TD
    A["Intel Integrated Graphics"] --> B["Computer"]
    C["PCI-Express Graphics"] --> D["Computer"]
    E["Computer"] --> F["Computer"]

Please note that Multi-Monitor technology supports up to four monitors: one or two Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics devices under Windows 7/8/8.1.

Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information, please refer to chapter 4.)

Mainboard Setup Utility Drivers Utilities Information Google Chrome ECS ELITEGROUP L337 GAMING Free! Google Chrome, a faster way to browse the web Make Google Chrome my default browser. By installing this application, you agree to the Google Chrome Terms of use and Privacy Policy Mainboard : Z270-LIGHTSABER Install device drivers BIOS Version : 03/09/17 Driver CD Version : DVD v1.2T v4.10.341

Step 2. Install all the drivers of PCI-Express graphic cards. Click the Browse CD item, then appears the following screen. Select the driver you want to install(e.g NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS(Microsoft Corporation-WDDM v1.1)) and double click it.

Device Manager File Action View Help ECS-PC Computer Disk drives Display adapters NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS (Microsoft Corporation - WDDM v1.1) DVD/CD-ROM drives Human Interface Devices IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers Keyboards Mice and other pointing devices Monitors Network adapters Portable Devices Processors Sound, video and game controllers System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers

Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled].

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit System Agent Configuration IGD Memory 64M DVMT/FIXED Memory 256M IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled Select DVMT 5.0 Pre-Allocated (Fixed) Graphics Memory size used by the Internal Graphics Device. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7/8/8.1.

1. Enter the Control Panel menu, select the Display in the All Control Panel Items and click the Screen Resolution, then appears the following screen.

Show the path of the setting location Display devices Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Search Control Panel Change the appearance of your displays 1 2 3 4 Detect Identify 1. DELL U2410Display: Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Extend desktop to this displayMultiple displays: This is currently your main display. Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? Advance settings OK Cancel Apply The type of the display Set the multiple displays

1. Select display devices, set the multiple displays option and to extend desktop for display "Multi-Monitor technology".

Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Change the appearance of your displays 1 2 3 4 Detect Identify 3. DELL U2410Display: Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Disconnect this displayMultiple displays: Extend desktop to this display Disconnect this display You must select Make this my main display Changes. Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? OK Cancel Apply

Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Search Control Panel Change the appearance of your displays 1 2 3 4 Detect Identify 4. AL1717Display Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Disconnect this displayMultiple displays: You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? OK Cancel Apply

Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Search Control Panel Change the appearance of your displays 1 2 3 4 Detect Identify 4. AL1717Display Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Extend desktop to this displayMultiple displays: You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? OK Cancel Apply

>> PCH Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit PCH Configuration Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Enabled Case Open Warning Disabled Chassis Opened No Select AC Power state when power is re-applied after a power failure. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Restore AC Power Loss (Power Off)

This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating status.

Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)

This item enables or disables Azalia HD audio.

Case Open Warning (Disabled)

This item enables or disables the warning if the case is opened up, and the item below indicates the current status of the case.

Chassis Opened (No)

This item indicates whether the case has been opened.

Press to return to the Chipset Menu page.

>> ME Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Management Engine Technology Configuration ME Control Enabled ME FW Version 11.6.20.1221 Enable/Disable ME Firmware --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

ME Control (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the ME Firmware.

ME FW Version (11.6.20.1221)

This item shows the ME FW version.

Press to return to the Chipset Menu page.

M.I.B. X (MB Intelligent BIOS X) Menu

This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit M.I.B. X (MB Intelligent BIOS X) CPU OverClocking Configuration Memory Configuration Intel Graphics Configuration Over Voltage Configuration LED Light Configuration Profile Configuration Spread Spectrum Auto Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7600K CPU @ 3.80GHz Processor Speed 3800 MHz Memory Frequency 2133 MHz Total Memory 4096 MB CPU OverClocking Configuration —— : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

>> CPU OverClocking Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

EIS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit FIST Enabled Turbo Boost Enabled Power Limit 1 Override Enabled Power Limit 1 Value Maximum Power Limit 1 Window 8 Power Limit 2 Override Enabled Power Limit 2 Value Maximum Power Limit 3 Settings Power Limit 4 Settings Boot Performance Mode Max Non-Turbo Perfor... TDP Lock Disabled CPU Ratio 38 1-Core Ratio Limit Override 42 2-Core Ratio Limit Override 41 3-Core Ratio Limit Override 41 4-Core Ratio Limit Override 40 Ring Max OC Ratio 0 BCLK (1/100 MHz) 10000 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology ← : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

EIST (Enabled)

This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology).

Turbo Boost (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable turbo boost.

Power Limit 1/2 Override (Enabled)

Use these items to enable or disable the Power Limit 1/2 Override. If these options are disabled, BIOS will program the default values for Power Limit 1/2.

Power Limit 1/2 Value (Maximum)

Use these items to control the limit of the TDP. These are for Turbo mode.

Power Limit 1 Window (8)

Power limit 1 Time Window value in seconds. The value may vary from 0 to 128. If the value is 0, default values will be programmed (28 sec for Mobile and 1 sec for Desktop). Indicates the time window over which TDP value should be maintained.

Power Limit 3 Settings

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Power Limit 3 Settings Power Limit 3 Override Disabled Enable/DisablePower Limit 3 override. If this option is disabled, BIOS will leave the default values for Power Limit 3 and Power Limit 3 Time Window. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Power Limit 3 Settings

Use this item to enable or disable the power limit 3 override. If this option is disabled, BIOS will leave the default values for power limit 3 and power limit 3 time window.

Press to return to the CPU OverClocking Configuration page.

>> Power Limit 4 Settings

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Power Limit 4 Settings Power Limit 4 Override Disabled Enable/Disable Power Limit 4 override. If this option is disabled, BIOS will leave the default values for Power Limit 4. —— : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Power Limit 4 Settings

Use this item to enable or disable the power limit 4 override. If this option is disabled, BIOS will leave the default values for power limit 4.

Press to return to the CPU OverClocking Configuration page.

Boot Performance Mode (Normal)

Use this item to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before OS handoff.

TDP Lock (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the Package TDP lock.

CPU Ratio (38)

This item allows you to control CPU ratio.

1-Core /2-Core /3-Core /4-Core Ratio Limit (42/41/41/40)

Use these items to set the Core Ratio Limit Value.

Ring Max OC Ratio (0)

Use this item to set the Ring Max OC Ratio value.

BCLK (1/100 MHz) (10000)

Use this item to set the BCLK (1/100 MHz) value.

Press to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.

» Memory Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

Memory Profile (Default profile)

This item enables you to set the memory profiles. The selection of memory profiles impacts memory sizing behavior.

Memory Frequency (2133)

This item shows the memory frequency.

DIIBwEn [0/1/2/3] (0/1/2/2)

Use these items to set the DllBwEn value.

eDRAM Mode (Auto)

Use this item to set the eDRAM Mode.

Retrain on Fast Fail (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the retrain on fast fail.

Enable RH Prevention (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the RH prevention.

Exit On Failure (MRC) (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the exit on failure (MRC).

Mc Lock (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable capacity to lock MC registers or not.

Ch Hash Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Ch Hash support.

Strong Weak Leaker (7)

Use this item to set the strong weak leaker value.

Memory Scrambler (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the memory scrambler.

Memory Remap (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the memory remap above 4G.

Fast Boot (Auto)

This item allows you to enable or disable the fast boot.

DLL Weak Lock Support (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the DLL weak lock support.

Memory Thermal Management (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the memory thermal management.

DDR PowerDown and idle counter (BIOS)

This item allows you to BIOS or PCODE the DDR Power Down and idle counter. BIOS: BIOS is in countrol of DDR CKE mode and idle timer value. PCODE: pcode will manage the modes.

SelfRefresh Enable (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the SelfRefresh.

Press to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.

» Intel Graphics Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Intel Graphics Configuration GT Slice Domain CT OverClocking Frequency 0 GT Unslice Domain GT OverClocking Frequency 0 Overclocked RP0 Frequency (MLC Clk) in multiples of 50 MHz : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

GT OverClocking Frequency (0)

This item allows you to adjust the GT OverClocking frequency.

Press to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.

» Over Voltage Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit CPU Voltage 1.034 V Auto VCCSA Voltage 1.060 V Auto VCCIO Voltage 0.957 V Auto DIMM Voltage 1.266 V Auto GT Slice Domain GT Voltage Mode Adaptive GT Extra Turbo Voltage 0 GT Voltage Offset 0 Offset Prefix + ↑↓ GT Unslice Domain GT Voltage Mode Adaptive GT Extra Turbo Voltage 0 GT Voltage Offset 0 Offset Prefix + Uncore Uncore Voltage Offset 0 Offset Prefix +

CPU Voltage 1.034 V (Auto)

This item allows you to adjust the CPU voltage.

VCCSA Voltage 1.060 V (Auto)

This item allows you to adjust the VCCSA voltage.

VCCIO Voltage 0.957 V (Auto)

This item allows you to adjust the VCCIO voltage.

DIMM Voltage 1.266 V (Auto)

This item allows you to adjust the DIMM voltage.

GT Voltage Mode (Adaptive)

This item allows you to set the GT voltage mode.

GT Extra Turbo Voltage (0)

This item allows you to adjust the GT extra turbo voltage.

GT Uncore/Voltage Offset (0)

This item allows you to adjust the Uncore/GT voltage offset from -1000 to 998mV.

Offset Prefix (+)

This item allows you to select the offset value as positive (+) or negative (-).

Press to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.

>> LED Light Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit LED Light Configuration LED Light Firmware Version 2.00 LED Light Enabled LED Light Color Rainbow LED Rainbow Color Changing Speed(ms) 0 LED Light Brightness 50% LED Light Behavior Breathe LED Light Breathe Timer 2 Sec Over Heat Warning Enabled → : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

LED Light Firmware Version (2.00)

This item shows the LED Light Firmware Version.

LED Light (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the LED Light.

LED Light Color (Rainbow)

This item allows you to set the LED light color.

LED Rainbow Color Changing Speed(ms) (0)

This item allows you to adjust LED Rainbow Color Changing Speed.

LED Light Brightness (50%)

This item allows you to set the LED Light Brightness.

LED Light Behavior (Breathe)

This item allows you to adjust LED Light Behavior.

LED Light Breathe Timeer (2 Sec)

This item allows you to adjust the LED Light Breathe Timer.

Over Heat Warning (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable Over Heat Warning. If enable this function, the LED light would turn Red when CPU temperature is Over Heat.

Press to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.

» Profile Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Profile Configuration Save Profile Restore last setting Disabled Select Profile to configure --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Save Profile

Use this item to save BIOS setup data to profile.

Restore last setting (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable to restore the last setting.

Press to return to the M.I.B. X Menu page.

Spread Spectrum (Auto)

If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference) generated by the system.

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7600K CPU @ 3.80GHz

This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

Processor Speed (3800 MHz)

This item shows the CPU speed.

Memory Frequency (2133 MHz)

This item shows the memory frequency.

This item shows the total memory.

Warning: Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can permanently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components that are run beyond the rated limits.

Fail-Safe Procedures for Over-clocking

When end-users encounter failure after attempting over-clocking, please take the following steps to recover from it.

1. Shut down the computer.
2. Press and hold the "Page Up Key (PgUp)" of the keyboard, and then boot the PC up.
3. Two seconds after the PC boots up, release the "Page Up Key (PgUp)".
4. The BIOS returns to the default setting by itself.

Security Menu

This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Administrator Password Administrator Password Status Not Install User Password Status Not Install System Mode state Setup Secure Boot state Not Active Secure Boot Enabled Secure Boot Mode Standard Set Administrator Password —— : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Administrator Password Status (Not Install)

This item shows administrator password installed or not.

User Password Status (Not Install)

This item shows user password installed or not.

System Mode state (Setup)

This item shows system mode setup or not.

Secure Boot state (Not Active)

This item allows you to enable or disable the secure boot state.

Secure Boot (Enabled)

This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in User Mode.

Secure Boot Mode (Standard)

This item is used to select secure boot mode, when you select standard mode, secure boot policy is fixed; when you select custom mode, the image execution policy and secure boot key databases are changeable.

Boot Menu

This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Boot Configuration Operation System select Windows 8.x / 10 Launch PXE OpROM Disabled Launch Strange OpROM Enabled Fast Boot Disabled Bootup NumLock State On Quiet Boot Enabled Update System BIOS Disabled Boot Mode Select UEFI FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities Boot Option #1 Hard Disk Boot Option #2 CD/DVD Boot Option #3 USB Floppy Boot Option #4 USB CD/DVD Boot Option #5 USB Hard Disk Boot Option #6 USB Flash Boot Option #7 Network Windows 7 or other OS: Boot policy for Legacy OS Windows 8.x/10: Boot policy for UEFI OS without Compatibility Support Module(CSM). Manual: User customized CSM parameters & boot policy. --- : Select Screen ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Operation System Select (Windows 8.x / 10)

This item is used to select the operation system.

Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)

The item enables or disables launch PXE Option ROM.

Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable the Storage OpROM.

This item enables or disables boot with initialization of a minimal set of device required to launch active boot option. Has no effect for BBS boot options.

Bootup NumLock State (On)

This item enables you to select NumLock state.

Quiet Boot (Enabled)

This item enables or disables quiet boot.

Update System BIOS (Disabled)

This item enables or disables to update system BIOS.

Boot Mode Select (UEFI)

Use this item to select boot mode.

These items show the boot priorities.

Exit Menu

This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Back to EZ Mode Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Go back to EZ Mode —— : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Db1 Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Back to EZ Mode

This item enables you to back to EZ mode.

Save Changes and Exit

This item enables you to exit the system setup after saving the changes.

Discard Changes and Exit

This item enables you to exit system setup without saving any changes.

Save Changes and Reset

This item enables you to reset system setup after saving the changes.

Discard Changes and Reset

This item enables you to reset system setup without saving any changes.

Save Options

This item enables you to save the options that you have made.

Save Changes

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made.

Discard Changes

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made.

Restore Defaults

This item enables you to restore defaults to all the setup options.

Boot Override

Use this item to select the boot device.

Updating the BIOS

You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer's Website. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:

1 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing.
2 If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Advanced BIOS features, disable it. (Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS from being overwritten.)
3 Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk. (Refer to Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.)
4 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer's Web site. Copy these files to the bootable device.
5 Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your computer. (You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the boot priority items on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to boot from the bootable device first.)
6 At the C:\ or A:\ prompt, type the Flash Utility program name and the file name of the new BIOS and then press . Example: AFUDOS.EXE 040706.ROM
7 When the installation is complete, remove the bootable device from the computer and restart your computer. If your motherboard has a Flash BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically.

This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software supplied with the motherboard.

Chapter 4

Using the Motherboard Software

Auto-installing under Windows 7/8.1/10

The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software. The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows 7/8.1/10. When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will automatically bring up the installation screen. The screen has one button on it: Setup.

Mainboard Setup Utility Drivers Utilities Information Google Chrome ECS ELITEGROUP L337 GAMING Free! Google Chrome, a faster way to browse the web Make Google Chrome my default browser? By installing this application, you agree to the Google Chrome Terms of use and Privacy Policy Mainboard : Z270-LIGHTSABER Install device drivers Setup BIOS Version : 03/09/17 Driver CD Version : DVD v1.2T v4.10.341 Click the "Setup" button to select and run the software installation program.

Running Setup

Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard:

1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:

Z270-LIGHTSABER AutoSetup Program Welcome to the InstallShield Version AutoSetup The installShield version will install AutoSetup to your custom. To continue, click here

The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing.

The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.

1. Click Next. The following screen appears:

Auto Setup Package Select Summary Select Auto Web setup path Select Information you need to install, not deliver the remote you can not use this import C:\Users\2018\4\10.11.3 C:\Users\2018\4\10.11.3 C:\Users\2018\4\10.11.3 C:\Users\2018\4\10.11.3 C:\Users\2018\4\10.11.3 C:\Users\2018\4\10.11.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.11.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.11.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.11.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.11.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.11.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\ C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\System\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Subunit Package Version 10.10.3 C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit C:\Users\Software\Sub Unit

1. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended.
2. Click Install all to run the Installation Wizard.

Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation.

Windows 8 will show the following screen after system restart, you must select "Desktop" in the bottom left to install the next driver.

Start ecs test Mail Calendar Internet Explorer Share News People Photos Maps SkyDrive Sports Messaging Video Music Travel Desktop Weather Alex SMS Games Camera Finance

Windows 7/8.1/10 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select "Yes" to install the next driver. Continue this process to complete the drivers installation.

User Account Control Do you want to allow the following program from an unknown publisher to make changes to this computer? Program name: ChPrio.exe Publisher: Unknown File origin: CD/DVD drive Show details Yes No Change when these notifications appear

Manual Installation

If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look for the chipset and motherboard model, and then browse to the directory and path to begin installing the drivers. Most drivers have a setup program (SETUP.EXE) that automatically detects your operating system before installation. Other drivers have the setup program located in the operating system subfolder.

If the driver you want to install does not have a setup program, browse to the operating system subfolder and locate the readme text file (README.TXT or README.DOC) for information on installing the driver or software for your operating system.

ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)

ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes your computing more easily and conveniently.

These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software.

eSF

eSF(Smart Fan) utility provides easy and safe way to adjust fan speed in accordance with your PC's system loading and temperature.

It has five modes to adjust fan speed in a safe range without entering the BIOS to optimize your system cooling environment.

eSF EPS-ELITEGROUP CPU Load Filter Full Normal Guid Shell Custom Temperature Auto execute after binding Read Previous Settings Apply

Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.

eDLU

ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle by listing all the latest drivers online. Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers.

BFS ELITEGROUP System Information: Processus: XXX-XXXX CPU @ X.XX Bits Motherboard: XXXXX-10 BDOs: American Regalments Inc. version: XXXX/30/XX Operating System: Microsoft Windows 300X DDB Start About

eBLU

ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check-mark. Click "install" button to install.

ELITEGROUP System Information Processor: XXX-XXXX CPU - 8.5.5x GHz Masterboard: XXXXX-XX BIOS: American Megabyte Inc. version 3000/2007/xx Operating System: Microsoft Windows 3000X 3000J Recommended Updates Order Current Version Online Version Special Updates Check Updates Install About

Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.

Z270-LIGHTSABER USER MANUAL

Chapter 5

AMD CrossFireX™ Technology Support

This motherboard supports the AMD CrossFireX™ Technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section.

Requirements

1 Two identical CrossFireX ^TM ready graphic cards are needed for the setup of 2-way CrossFireX ^TM configuration.
2 You would need one CrossfireX ™ bridge cable.
3 Make sure that your graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX ^TM technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com).
4 Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system.

Installing CrossFireX™ graphics cards

1. Insert the CrossFireX™ graphics cards into the PCIEX16_1\~3 slots. Make sure that the card is properly seated on the slot.

A. For 2-way configuration, install two graphic cards on PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2, then connect them with the CrossFire™ Bridge.

Close-up of a computer motherboard with visible CPU socket, RAM slots, and heatsink (no readable text or symbols)

* For reference only

B. For 3-way configuration, two CrossFire ^TM Bridges are needed to connect the three graphic cards.

Close-up of a computer motherboard with visible CPU socket, RAM slots, and a 'CROSS FIRE' label (no readable text beyond label)

* For reference only

1. Connect the cable from your monitors to the CrossFireX™ ready graphics card installed on the PCIEX16 slot.

Monitor Cable—

* For reference only

1. Connect an auxiliary power source from the power supply to the graphics cards.

The Catalyst™ Control Center Dialog Box

To enable CrossFireX™:

• Install AMD graphic card driver.
- Enter the Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box.
- check the "Enable CrossFireX TM" item.
- Click Apply button.

RADEON GRAPHICS AMD Catalyst Control Center Preferences Search ✓ Pinned ● AMD Home > Presets > Desktop > Management > Common Display > Tasks > My VGA Displays > Video > Gaming > Performance > Information AMD CrossFireXTM AMD CrossFireXTM enables multiple graphics processors to work together for improved graphics quality and performance. Choose to enable AMD CrossFireX for added graphics performance. ● Enable AMD CrossFireX ☑ Enable AMD CrossFireX for applications that have no associated application profile ○ Disable AMD CrossFireX Discard Apply

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Chapter 5

Start up problems during assembly

After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.aspx?MenuID=49&childid=M 49&LanID=0

a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.

1. Disassemble the PC to remove the VGA adaptor card, DDR memory, LAN, USB and other peripherals including keyboard and mouse. Leave only the motherboard, CPU with CPU cooler and power supply connected. Make sure the power cord is plugged into the wall socket & the switch on the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is turned "on" as well. Turn on again to see if the CPU and power supply fans are running.
2. Make sure to remove any unused screws or other metal objects such as screwdrivers from the inside PC case. This is to prevent damage from short circuit.
3. Check the CPU FAN connector is connected to the motherboard.
4. For Intel platforms check the pins on the CPU socket for damage or bent. A bent pin may cause failure to boot and sometimes permanent damage from short circuit.
5. Check the 12V power connector is connected to the motherboard.
6. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.

b) Power is on, fans are running but there is no display

1. Make sure the monitor is turned on and the monitor cable is properly connected to the PC.
2. Check the VGA adapter card (if applicable) is inserted properly.
3. Listen for beep sounds. If you are using internal PC speaker make sure it is connected.

a. continuous 3 short beeps: memory not detected

b. 1 long beep and 8 short beeps: VGA not detected

c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.

1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Apply the thermal grease onto the CPU heatsink & ensure the CPU fan is well-connected with the CPU heatsink. Check if the CPU fan is working properly while the system is running.

2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan.

Start up problems after prolong use

After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause of failure.

1. Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper. Refer to CLR_CMOS jumper in Chapter 2 for Checking Jumper Settings in this user manual. When completed, follow up with a Load Optimised Default in the BIOS setup.
2. Check the CPU cooler fan for dust. Long term accumulation of dust will reduce its effectiveness to cool the processor. Clean the cooler or replace a new one if necessary.
3. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.
4. Remove the hard drive, optical drive or DDR memory to determine which of these components may be at fault.
5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal component.

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Maintenance and care tips

Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance. Here are some basic PC care tips to help prolong the life of the motherboard and keep it running as best as it can.

1. Keep your computer in a well ventilated area. Leave some space between the PC and the wall for sufficient airflow.
2. Keep your computer in a cool dry place. Avoid dusty areas, direct sunlight and areas of high moisture content.
3. Routinely clean the CPU cooler fan to remove dust and hair.
4. In places of hot and humid weather you should turn on your computer once every other week to circulate the air and prevent damage from humidity.
5. Add more memory to your computer if possible. This not only speeds up the system but also reduces the loading of your hard drive to prolong its life span.
6. If possible, ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the wall outlet. This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices.

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart

graph TD
    A["ugtrewoP"] --> B{Unit}
    B -->|Yes| C{display}
    B -->|No| D{dri#os peeb}
    C -->|Yes| E{neercs TSOP}
    C -->|No| F["CLR CMOS and restart.<br>AMR catnoc ,liaf fl"]
    E --> G{eu# received larehpireP
elborp BD
,rorre bute MO
MOR tain}
    F --> G
    D --> H{kce: dna SOMC RLC
rew: V21 UPC fi
detcenn: si}
    H --> I["CP eht catseR"]
    I --> J{rotind: yalpsid sah}
    J -->|Yes| K["Yes"]
    J -->|No| L["elborp draoB<br>AMR catnoc >-"]
    L --> M["M C SSC"]
    M --> N["tratser dna"]
    D --> O["?dra: ro USP htiw melborP<br>AMR tcatnoc >elborp draob fi"]
    O --> P["hc#ws USP no nruT<br>teccos llaw ot tcennoc<br>.tratser dna"]
    P --> Q["uldei droc reticca CA<br>?no dengrub strictws USP dna"]
    Q --> R["Yes"]
    R --> S["kce: dna SOMC RLC<br>rew: V21 UPC fi<br>detcenn: si"]
    S --> T["CP eht catseR"]
    T --> U{rotind: yalpsid sah}
    U -->|Yes| V["Yes"]
    U -->|No| W["ts ot lia trayS<br>estgIB yfida"]
    W --> X["M C SSC"]
    X --> Y["tratser dna"]

Memo

Chapter 6

POST Code Checkpoints

The POST code checkpoints are the largest set of checkpoints during the BIOS pre-boot process. The following table describes the type of checkpoints that may occur during the POST portion of the BIOS :

Checkpoint	Description
01-0F	SEC Status Codes & Errors
10-2F	PEI execution up to and including memory detection
30-4F	PEI execution after memory detection
50-5F	PEI errors
60-CF	DXE execution up to BDS
D0-DF	DXE errors
E0-E8	S3 Resume (PEI)
E9-EF	S3 Resume errors (PEI)
F0-F8	Recovery (PEI)
F9-FF	Recovery errors (PEI)
0	N o t u s e d
1	Pow er on. Reset type detection (soft/hard).
2	AP initialization before microcode loading
3	North Bridge initialization before microcode loading
4	South Bridge initialization before microcode loading
5	OEM initialization before microcode loading
6	Microcode loading
7	AP initialization after microcode loading
8	North Bridge initialization after microcode loading
9	South Bridge initialization after microcode loading
A	OEM initialization after microcode loading
B	Cache initialization
C-D	Reserv ed for future AMI SEC error codes
E	Microcode not found
F	Microcode not loaded
10	PEI Core is started
11	Pre-memory CPU initialization is started
12	Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific)
13	Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific)
14	Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific)
15	Pre-memory North Bridge initialization is started
16	Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
17	Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
18	Pre-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
19	Pre-memory South Bridge initialization is started
1A	Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
1B	Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
1C	Pre-memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
1D-2A	OEM pre-memory initialization codes
2B	Memory initialization. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data reading
2C	Memory initialization. Memory presence detection
2D	Memory initialization. Programming memory timing information
2E	Memory initialization. Configuring memory
2F	Memory initialization (other).
30	Reserv ed for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below )
31	Memory Installed
32	CPU post-memory initialization is started
33	CPU post-memory initialization. Cache initialization
34	CPU post-memory initialization. Application Processor(s) (AP) initialization
35	CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection
36	CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) initialization
37	Post-Memory North Bridge initialization is started
38	Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
39	Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
3A	Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)
3B	Post-Memory South Bridge initialization is started
3C	Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
3D	Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
3E	Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
3F-4E	OEM post memory initialization codes
4F	DXE IPL is started
50	Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed
51	Memory initialization error. SPD reading has failed
52	Memory initialization error. Invalid memory size or memory modules do not match.
53	Memory initialization error. No usable memory detected
54	Unspecified memory initialization error.
55	Memory not installed
56	Invalid CPU type or Speed
57	CPU mismatch
58	CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error
59	CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed
5A	Internal CPU error
5B	reset PPI is not available
5C-5F	Reserved for future AMI error codes
E0	S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL)
E1	S3 Boot Script execution
E2	Video repost
E3	OS S3 wake vector call
E4-E7	Reserved for future AMI progress codes
E0	S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL)
E8	S3 Resume Failed in PEI
E9	S3 Resume PPI not Found
EA	S3 Resume Boot Script Error
EB	S3 OS Wake Error
EC-EF	Reserved for future AMI error codes
F0	Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery)
F1	Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery)
F2	Recovery process started
F3	Recovery firmware image is found
F4	Recovery firmware image is loaded
F5-F7	Reserved for future AMI progress codes
F0	Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery)
F1	Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery)
F2	Recovery process started
F3	Recovery firmware image is found
F4	Recovery firmware image is loaded
F5-F7	Reserved for future AMI progress codes
F8	Recovery PPI is not available
F9	Recovery capsule is not found
FA	Invalid recovery capsule
FB-FF Reserv ed for future AMI error codes
1 Memory not Installed
1 Memory was installed twice (InstallPeiMemory routine in PEI Core called twice)
2	R e c o v e r y s t
3 DXEPL was not found
3 DXE Core Firmw are Volume was not found
7 Reset PPI is not available
4	R e c o v e r y f a
4	S 3 R e s u m e f
60 DXE Core is started
61 NVRAM initialization
62 Installation of the South Bridge Runtime Services
63 CPU DXE initialization is started
64 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific)
65 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific)
66 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific)
67 CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific)
68 PCI host bridge initialization
69 North Bridge DXE initialization is started
6A North Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started
6B North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
6C North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
6D North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
6E North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
6F North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
70 South Bridge DXE initialization is started
71 South Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started
72 South Bridge devices initialization
73 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
74 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
75 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
76 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
77 South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
78 ACPI module initialization
79 CSM initialization
7A-7F Reserved for future AMI DXE codes
80-8F OEM DXE initialization codes
90 Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started
91 Driver connecting is started
92 PCI Bus initialization is started
93 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization
94 PCI Bus Enumeration
95 PCI Bus Request Resources
96 PCI Bus Assign Resources
97 Console Output devices connect
98 Console input devices connect
99 Super IO Initialization
9A USB initialization is started
9B USB Reset
9C USB Detect
9D USB Enable
9E-9F Reserved for future AMI codes
A0 IDE initialization is started
A1 IDE Reset
A2 IDE Detect
A3 IDE Enable
A4 SCSI Initialization is started
A5 SCSI Reset
A6 SCSI Detect
A7 SCSI Enable
A8 Setup Verifying Password
A9 Start of Setup
AA Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
AB Setup Input Wait
AC Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
AD Ready To Boot event
AE Legacy Boot event
AF Exit Boot Services event
B0 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin
B1 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End
B2 Legacy Option ROM Initialization
B3 System Reset
B4 USB hot plug
B5 PCI bus hot plug
B6 Clean-up of NVRAM
B7 Configurati on Reset (reset of NVRAM settings)
B8-BF Reserved for future AMI codes
C0-CF OEM BDS initialization codes
D0 CPU Initialization error
D1 North Bridge initialization error
D2 South Bridge initialization error
D3 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available
D4 PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources
D5 No Space for Legacy Option ROM
D6 No Console Output Dev ices are found
D7 No Console Input Dev ices are found
D8 Invalid password
D9 Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error)
DA Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error)
DB Flash update is failed
DC Reset protocol is not available
4 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available
5 No Console Output Dev ices are found
5 No Console Input Dev ices are found
1 Invalid password
6 Flash update is failed
7 Reset protocol is not available
8 Platform PCI resource requirements cannot be met
01 System is entering S1 sleep state
02 System is entering S2 sleep state
03 System is entering S3 sleep state
04 System is entering S4 sleep state