MPN: Z270-WS
                        Category: Motherboards >> AMD AM3
                        Vendor: ASUS TeK
                        Weight: 5.29 LB(S)
                        Price: US$ 495.84
                    
CPU
Intel for 7th/6th Generation Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron Processors  
Supports Intel 14 nm CPU 
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0  
 (The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.)
Chipset
Intel Z270
Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666(O.C.)/2400(O.C.)/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory  
Dual Channel Memory Architecture  
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 
 (Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. )
Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support  
Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DisplayPort ports  
 - Supports HDMI 2.0 with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 at 60 / 24 Hz x 1 
 - Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 at 24 Hz / 4096 x 2304 at 60 Hz  
- Supports High Dynamic Range(HDR),Wide Color Gamut(Rec.2020),HDCP 2.2 
Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB 
Supports Intel InTru 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider 
Supports up to 2 displays simultaneously 
DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy chain up to 3 displays
Multi-GPU Support
Supports NVIDIA Quad-GPU SLI Technology  x 7 
Supports NVIDIA 4-Way SLI Technology  x 7 
Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX Technology  x 7 
Supports AMD 4-Way CrossFireX Technology  x 7
Expansion Slots
4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (single at x16, dual at x16/x16 mode, triple at x16/x8/x8 mode or quad x8/x8/x8/x8 mode)  
1 x PCIe x4 (max at x4 mode)
Storage
1 x M.2 x4 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) x 2 
1 x M.2 x4 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA and PCIE mode) x 3 
2 x U.2 connector x 3 
6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s) x 2 
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology x 4 
Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support 
Intel Optane Memory Ready  x 5
LAN
Intel I210-AT, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s) 
Intel I219-LM , 1 x Gigabit LAN 
Gigabit Intel LAN Connection- 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) appliance 
ASUS Turbo LAN Utility
Audio
Realtek ALC S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs 
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming 
120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) 
Audio Feature : 
- DTS Connect 
- DTS Headphone:X  
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel 
- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference 
- Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs 
- EMI protection cover to prevent electrical noise to affect the amplifier quality 
- Power pre-regulator: Reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance 
Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality 
Premium Japan-made audio capacitors provides warm, natural, and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
USB Ports
Intel Z270 Chipset : 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 2 at mid-board) 
Intel Z270 Chipset : 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 2 at mid-board) 
ASMedia USB 3.1 controller : 2 x USB 3.1 port(s) (2 at back panel, , Type-A + Type-C) 
ASMedia USB 3.1 controller : 1 x USB 3.1 front panel connector port(s)
Special Features
OC Design - ASUS PRO Clock Technology 
- Full BCLK range for extreme overclocking performance 
5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5 
- Whole system optimization with a single click 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App together, providing better CPU performance, efficient power saving, precise digital power control, whole system cooling and even tailor your own app usages. 
Gamers Guardian: SafeSlot 
ASUS TPU : 
- Auto Tuning 
- GPU Boost  
ASUS EPU : EPU  
ASUS Digital Power Design : Industry leading Digital 8 + 4 + 2 Phase Power Design 
ASUS Exclusive Features : 
- USB BIOS Flashback 
- MemOK 
- AI Suite 3 
- Ai Charger  
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface  
- Turbo LAN 
- Crystal Sound 3 
- EZ XMP ASUS Exclusive Features 
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution : 
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-pipe solution 
- ASUS Fan Xpert 4 
ASUS EZ DIY : 
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS  
- ASUS EZ Flash 3  
- ASUS USB BIOS Flashback  
CPU Installation Tool 
- Three-step simplicity and safety 
ASUS Q-Design : 
- ASUS Q-Shield 
- ASUS Q-Code 
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, HDD LED) 
- ASUS Q-Slot 
- ASUS Q-DIMM  
- ASUS Q-Connector 
Performance Optimization : Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control 
Turbo App 
Key Express 
M.2 and U.2 Onboard (The Latest Transfer Technology with up to 32Gb/s Data-transfer Speeds for M.2 and U.2)
Back I/O Ports
1 x DisplayPort 
1 x HDMI 
2 x LAN (RJ45) port(s) 
1 x USB 3.1 (teal blue)Type-A 
1 x USB 3.1 Type-C 
4 x USB 3.0  
4 x USB 2.0  
1 x Optical S/PDIF out 
1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button(s) 
1 x 8-channel Audio I/O
Internal I/O Ports
1 x RGB Header(s) 
1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.0 port(s) (19-pin) 
1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 port(s) 
2 x M.2 Socket 3  
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s) 
1 x CPU Fan connector(s)  
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)  
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) () 
1 x AIO_PUMP connector  
1 x Thunderbolt header(s) 
2 x 8-pin EATX 12 V Power connector 
1 x 6-pin EATX 12 V_1 Power connector(s) 
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) 
1 x EZ XMP switch 
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP) 
1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector) 
1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector 
1 x MemOK button(s) 
1 x Power-on button(s) 
1 x Clear CMOS button(s) 
1 x 14-1 pin TPM connector 
2 x U.2 connector 
1 x COM port header 
1 x USB 3.1 front panel connector
Accessories
Users manual 
ASUS Q-Shield 
1 x 2-Way SLI bridge(s) 
1 x COM port cable(s) 
6 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s) 
2 x M.2 Screw Package 
1 x CPU installation tool 
1 x Supporting DVD 
1 x 3-Way SLI bridge(s) 
1 x 4-Way SLI bridge(s) 
1 x Q-Connector 
1 x 2-port USB 2.0 module(s) 
1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm)
BIOS
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information.
Manageability
WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Operating System
Windows 10 
Windows 8.1 64-bit  x 6 
Windows 7 64-bit  x 6
Form Factor
ATX Form Factor 
12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )
Item Dimension (L inchxW inchxH inch)
15 x 12 x 4
Weight
5.29 lb
Warranty Information
Asus 3 Years with 1st Year ARS