PRIME Z270-AR by ASUS Computer International

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Manufacturer ASUS Computer International
Manufacturer's Part Number PRIME Z270-AR
Description Asus; Product Model: PRIME Z270-AR; Product Type: Desktop Motherboard; Controller Type: Serial ATA/600; Form Factor: ATX; Number of PCI Express x1 Slots: 4;
NAME DESCRIPTION
Chipset Manufacturer: Intel
Number of SATA Interfaces: 6
Processor Supported: Core i7, Core i3, Core i5, Pentium, Celeron
Memory Speed Supported: 3000 MHz, 2800 MHz, 3600 MHz, 3866 MHz, 3733 MHz, 2400 MHz, 3200 MHz, 3333 MHz, 3300 MHz, 3400 MHz, 3466 MHz, 2666 MHz, 2133 MHz
Number of Onboard USB 3.0 Ports: 2
Number of M.2 Interfaces: 2
Chipset Model: Z270
Controller Type: Serial ATA/600
Maximum Memory Supported: 64 GB
Intel Optane Memory Ready: Yes
Total Number of USB Ports: 6
Depth: 9.6 "
Number of USB 3.0 Ports: 4
RAID Supported: Yes
S/PDIF: Yes
Form Factor: ATX
Memory Technology: DDR4 SDRAM
Onboard Video: CPU Dependent Video
Audio Channels: 7.1
Multi GPU Supported: CrossFireX, SLI
Total Number of Onboard USB Ports: 8
Processor Socket: Socket H4 LGA-1151
Product Model: PRIME Z270-AR
RAID Levels: 10, 5, 1, 0
Width: 12 "
Graphics Controller Manufacturer: Intel
Number of Memory Slots: 4
Number of PCI Express x16 Slots: 2
Product Name: PRIME Z270-AR Desktop Motherboard
Number of USB 3.1 Ports: 2
Memory Form Factor: UDIMM, DIMM
Total Number of PCI Express Slots: 6
Graphics Controller Model: HD Graphics
Brand Name: Asus
Number of PCI Express x1 Slots: 4
Marketing Information:

Intel LGA-1151 ATX motherboard with Aura Sync, DDR4 3866MHz, dual M.2, Intel Optane memory ready, HDMI, SATA 6Gb/s, USB 3.1 Type-C

  • 5-Way Optimization – One-click system-wide tuning that now also senses GPU temperatures to ensure cooler gaming
  • ASUS Aura Sync – World’s 1st synced RGB lighting with easy controls to orchestrate Aura Sync-capable hardware
  • 3D Printing Friendly – 1st motherboard brand to support 3D-printed parts, with dedicated 3D mounts for easy installation
  • Refined Audio – Realtek S1220A codec provides pristine and powerful audio quality
  • 5X Protection III: Multiple hardware safeguards to protect components from damage by power or electrical surges

PRIME

ASUS Prime is the next evolution of the ASUS motherboard, born of a pedigree that stretches back to 1989. Our team of world-class engineers are passionate about empowering everyone to enjoy the benefits of customization and tuning, and the driving force behind the development of Prime is to make advanced enthusiast controls easily accessible — maximizing performance, stability and compatibility for the very best DIY PC experiences. Simply stated: it's time for Prime.

Power At Your Fingertips 

One-click Overclock and Cooling

Get performance, efficiency, digital power, fan control and even networking and audio tuning tailored for you

One click takes care of all that complex tuning. ASUS 5-Way Optimization makes your PC smart. It dynamically optimizes essential aspects of your system based on real-time usage — so you get superb CPU performance, everyday energy savings, ultra-stable digital power, cool and quiet fans, and now networking and audio settings that are tailored to your apps. In short, 5-Way ASUS Optimization ensures that your PC is perfect for gaming, entertainment and productivity!

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

Flexible cooling controls for air and liquid

Fan Xpert 4

ASUS Prime Z270-AR features the most comprehensive fan controls ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 and UEFI BIOS.                                         

Multiple temperature sources

Each header monitors and reacts to three thermal sensors that can now also sense temperature on ASUS graphics cards.

All-in-one water-cooling set

Full control of PWM or DC water pumps, perfect for both custom and self-contained cooling setups.

4-pin PWM/DC fan

Every onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

High-amp fan support

A dedicated fan header that can supply up to 3 Amps, for high-speed high-current fans.

Smart protection

A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from over-temperature and overcurrent.

Fan Extension Header

Comprehensive fan controls

Full control of fan speeds, hysteresis, and fan-stop modes on every header, via Fan Expert 4 or the UEFI.   

Auto-Tuning Mode

Scans all fan parameters with a single click.

Extreme Quiet Mode

Reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum, for extra-quiet operation and power savings during light loads.
Total Processor Supported: 1
Product Type: Desktop Motherboard
Number of Total Expansion Slots: 6
HDMI: Yes
Gigabit Ethernet: Yes