EVGA Z170 Classified K (142-SS-E178)

User Guide

EVGA Z170 Classified K
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Table of Contents

Before you Begin………………………………………………………………………4
Parts Not in the kit…………………………………………………………………….5
Intentions of the kit……………………………………………………………………5
Motherboard Specifications……………………………………………………………6
Unpacking and Part Descriptions…………………………………………………..…..9Equipment……………………………………………………………………………..9
Component legend………..…………………………………………………..………11
PCIE Slot Breakdown…………………………………………………………….…..12
Rear I/O Panel legend………………………………………………………………..13
Preparing the Motherboard…………………………………………………………...14
Installing the CPU…………………………………………………………………….14
Installing the Cooling Device……………………………………….…………...…….15
Installing System Memory (DIMMs)……………...………………….......…..………...16
Installing the Motherboard….………………………………………………………...17
Installing the I/O Shield/Cover………………………………………………………17
Securing the Motherboard to the case………………………………………………...18
Connecting Cables……………………………………………………………………20
24-Pin ATX Power…………………………….……………………………………...21
EPS 8-Pin 12v Power………………………………………………………………....21
Connecting Internal Headers……………………...…………………………………..22
Front Panel Header………..……………………………………………….…………22
Fan Header…………………………………………………………………………...23
USB Headers………………………………………………………...………………..24
Front Panel Audio………………………………………………………………..…...25
S/PDIF Header………………………………………………………………...……..25
Thunderbolt GPIO……………………………………….…………...………...…….26
EV Gauge…………...………………….......…..………………………………...…....26
SATA3/6G & SATA Express…………………………………………………...……27
6-Pin PCIE………………………………………………………………………...….27
PCIE and M.2 Slots……………….………………………………………….………28
Onboard Buttons…………………….………………………………………….……29
Clear CMOS Button…………………………………………………………………..29
Reset and Power button……………………………………………………………....29
Post Debug LED and LED Status Indicators………..………………………………..30-2-

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Post Port Debug LED………………………………………………………………..30
LED Status Indicators………………………………………………………………...30
Installing Drivers and Software……………………………………………………….31
Windows 10/8.1/8/7 Driver Installation………………………………….………….31
POST Codes…………………………………….…………...……………….…….....32
AMI POST Codes……………...………………….......…..…………………………..32
Glossary of Terms….………………………………………………………………....36
Compliance Information….…………………………………………………………..39-3-

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Before You Begin…
Mainstream performance has been redefined, introducing the EVGA Z170 Classified K.
The Z170 platform is the first mainstream chipset to feature DDR4 memory, and the
new 6th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors! Features upgrades to the already top
notch UEFI interface, 8 phase VRM, 3x M.2 slots, USB 3.1 type A, Native SATA 3/6G,
2 way SLI + PhysX, dual NIC’s by Intel and Killer, and more sitting on a 6 layer PCB.
As with any EVGA motherboard, it's designed for the overclocker. Built from theground up to give you all the essentials that you need for overclocking, and stability,with a GUI BIOS/UEFI that is focused on functionality, high quality components andnext generation dual channel DDR4 memory.
With these features and more, it is clear that the EVGA Z170 motherboards areengineered to set the new standard for the mainstream chipset motherboard.

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Parts NOT in the Kit
This kit contains all the hardware necessary to install and connect your new
EVGA Z170 Classified K motherboard. However, it does NOT contain thefollowing items that must be purchased separately in order to make the systemfully functional and install an Operating System:Intel Socket 1151 Processor

DDR4 System Memory

CPU Cooling Device



PCI Express Graphics CardPower SupplyHard Drive or SSD

Keyboard / Mouse

Monitor(Optional) Optical Drive

Operating System

EVGA assumes you have purchased all the necessary parts needed to allow for
proper system functionality. For a full list of supported CPUs on thismotherboard, please visit www.evga.com/support/motherboard

Intentions of the Kit
This kit provides you with the motherboard and all connecting cables necessary
to install the motherboard into a PC case.
When replacing a motherboard in an existing PC, you will need to reinstall an
operating system even though the current storage drive may already have one
installed.

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Motherboard

Motherboard Specifications
 Size:

ATX form factor of 12 inches x 9.6 inches Microprocessor support:
Intel Socket 1151 Processor
 Operating Systems:
Supports Windows 10 /8.1 /8 / 7-For Windows 7 users, please remember drivers are REQUIRED for USB3
and above support.
 Contains Intel Z170 chipset
 System Memory support:
Supports Dual channel DDR4 up to 3600MHz+.
Officially supports up to 64GB of DDR4 memory.
 USB 2.0 Ports:
4x from Intel Z170 PCH, on I/O Panel, 2x internal (1 Header)
Supports wake-up from S3 and S4 mode
Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to a 480 Mbps transmission rate USB 3.0 Ports:
6x from Intel Z170 PCH – 4x external on I/O panel, 2x internal (1 Header)
Supports transfer speeds up to 5Gbps
Backwards compatible USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 support
 USB 3.1 Ports:
2 on I/O panel from ASMedia Controller (ASM1142)
Supports transfer speeds up to 10Gbps
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 SATA Ports:

Intel Z170 PCH Controller
6x SATA 3/6G (600 MB/s) data transfer rate, 2x native SATA, and 4x
shared with SATA Express- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, AND RAID 10- Supports hot plug
2x SATA Express, shared with 4x native SATA ports- SATA Express supports RAID 0 and 1
Marvell 9235 Controller
4x SATA3/6G (600MB/s) data transfer rate
- Uses x2 Gen3 PCIE lanes from PCH- No RAID support- Supports hot plug
 Onboard LAN:

1x Intel i219 Gigabit Ethernet PHY
1x Killer E2400 Ethernet Controller
Supports 10/100/1000 Mb/sec Ethernet
 Onboard Audio:
Realtek HD Audio (ALC1150)
Supports 8-channel (7.1) audio
Supports Optical Output
 PCIE 3.0 Support:
Low power consumption and power management features
 Power Functions:Supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface)
Supports S0 (normal), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (Suspend to disk - depends
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 Expansion Slots:

4x PCIE 3.0 1x16/8, 1x8/4, 1x4, 1x1 slots
1x PCIE 3.0 x4 (4 Lanes from CPU) slot
1x PCIE 3.0 x1
3x M.2-1x Key M 110mm speeds up to 32Gbps (PCIE 3.0 x4 or SATA 3.0),
shared with SATA Ports 4/5-1x Key M 80mm speeds up to 32Gbps (PCIE 3.0 x4), shared with PE4- Key M M.2s do support RAID 0 and 1 with each other. NOT
supported between a M.2 and SATA or SATA-Express.
-1x Key E shared with PE5
 SLI and Crossfire support:
2 Way SLI
-2 Way SLI/Crossfire will run 8/8 (Slot 1 and 2 ONLY) 2x Video Out (on I/O Panel):-1x DP 1.2-1x HDMI 1.4
 6x Fan Headers:-2x PWM Fan headers supporting up to 1amp @ 12Volt MAX-4x DC/PWM fan headers supporting up to 1amp @ 12Volt MAX(selectable in BIOS, can function as DC or PWM)

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Unpacking andPart Descriptions

Equipment
The following accessories are included with the EVGA Z170 Classified K
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Component Legend
EVGA Z170 Classified K Motherboard
The EVGA Z170 Classified K motherboard with the Intel Z170 and PCH Chipset.
Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 show s the back panel connectors

FIGURE 1. Z170 Classified K Motherboard Layout- 11 -EVGA Z170 Classified K (142-SS-E178)

1.

CPU Socket 1151

14.

USB 3.0 Header

27.

M.2 Socket 1 Key E

2.

Intel Z170 PCH

15.

CMOS Reset Button

28.

Front Panel Audio Connector

3.

DDR4 Memory DIMM Slots 1-4

16.

Power Button

29.

S/DPIF Out

4.

CPU Fan Headers (1 amp PWM)

17.

Reset Button

30.

Shielded/backlit audio traces

5.

Fan Headers (1 amp DC/PWM)

18.

Debug LED / CPU Temp Monitor

31.

PC Speaker

6.

24-pin ATX power connector

19.

PCIE 16 Slot @ x16/x8

32.

Thunderbolt GPIO

7.

8-pin EPS Connector

20.

PCIE 16 Slot @ x8/x4

33.

EVGauge

8.

Supplemental PCIE 6-pin Power

21.

PCIE 4 Slot @ x4

34.

CMOS Battery

9.

Intel SATA 3/6G Ports

22.

PCIE 16 Slot @ x4

35.

BIOS Selector Switch

10.

Intel SATA Express Ports

23.

PCIE 1 Slot @ x1

36.

Removable BIOS Chip

11.

Marvell SATA 3/6G Ports

24.

PCIE 16 slot @ x1

37.

Debug header (DO NOT USE)

12.

Front Panel Connectors

25.

M.2 Socket3 Key M (110mm)

38.

Back Panel Connectors (Figure 2)

13.

USB 2.0 Header

26.

M.2 Socket3 Key M (80mm)

PCI-E Slot Breakdown
PCI-E Lane Distribution
 PE1 – x16, (x8 if PE2 or PE3 is used) lanes from CPU PE2 – x8, (x4 if PE3 is used) lanes from CPU PE3 – x4, 4 lanes from CPU PE4 – x4, 4 lanes from PCH
 PE5 – x1, 1 lane from PCH
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Rear I/O Panel Legend
Figure 2. Chassis Rear Panel Connectors

1.

USB 2.0

5.

2.

USB 3.03.

USB 3.1

4.

BIOS/CMOS Reset

Analog Audio Port
BreakdownIntel i219 (PHY) NIC

9.

Optical Out

6.

Killer E2400 NIC

10.

Analog Audio Output Jacks

7.

Display Port 1.2

8.

HDMI 1.4

2/2.1 Channel

4.0/4.1 Channel

5.1 (6 Channel)

7.1 (8 Channel)

BlueLine inLine In

Line in* Side Speaker Out

Green

Front Speaker Out/
Front Speaker + Sub

Front Speaker Out/
Front Speaker + Sub

Front Speaker
Out

Front Speaker Out

Pink

Mic InMic InMic InMic InRear Speaker Out

Rear Speaker
Out

Rear Speaker Out

Center/Sub Out

Center/Sub Out

Black
Orange* Only used in 7.1 and is changed via Realtek Software from within Windows.

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Preparing the Motherboard
Installing the CPU
Be very careful when handling the CPU. Hold the processor
only by the edges and do not touch the bottom of theprocessor.
Note: Use extreme caution when working with the CPU, not todamage any pins in the CPU socket on the motherboard!

Use the following procedure to install the CPU onto themotherboard:Remove the plastic protective socket cover by pullingit straight up. Be sure not to damage any of the pins
inside the socket.



Unhook the socket lever by pushing down and awayfrom the socket.

Pull the socket lever back and the load plate will lift.

Open the load plate and make sure not to damage
any of the pins inside the socket.

Note:

After removing the CPU socket cover, it is recommended to store it in case
you ever need to transport your motherboard. If you ever remove the CPU, it
is highly recommended to reinstall the socket cover.

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Align the notches on the CPU to the notches in thesocket.



Lower the processor straight down into the socket.

Note:

Make sure the CPU is fully seated and level inthe socket.



Lower the load plate so it is resting on the CPU.



Carefully lock the lever back into place.

Installing the CPU Cooling Device
There are many different cooling devices that can be used with thismotherboard. Follow the instructions that come with your cooling assembly.

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Installing System Memory (DIMMs)
Your Z170 Classified K has 4 (288-pin) slots for DDR4 memory. These slots
support 4GB, 8GB and 16GB DDR4 DIMMs. There must be at least one
memory slot populated to ensure normal operation.
The Intel Z170 chipset supports dual channel memory
recommended to be populated in pairs; supports a maximum of
64GB of DDR4 and up to 3600MHz+ in dual channel
configuration. Slots 2 and 4 are the primary memory channel;
slots 1 and 3 are the secondary channel. It is required topopulate slot 2 first. The board will not POST if slot 2 is not
populated.
Use the following procedure to install DIMMs. Note that there
is only one gap near the center of the DIMM slots. This slot
matches the slot on the DIMM to ensure the component isinstalled properly.



Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clip.



Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module
vertically into the DIMM slot, pressing straight down to seat themodule. The plastic clips at top side of the DIMM slot automaticallylock the DIMM into the connector.

Note:

The memory controller on most Skylake CPUs runs at a default frequency of2133MHz. To achieve memory speeds above 2133MHz may require manual
setting of the memory timings, frequency and voltages and/or overclocking of
the CPU.
Refer to the memory manufacturer specifications for the recommended
memory timings. For overclocking support you can visit our forums:
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Installing the Motherboard
The sequence of installing the motherboard into a system case depends on the
chassis you are using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or
working with an empty system case. Determine if it would be easier to make all
the connections prior to this step or to secure the motherboard and then makeall the connections. It is normally easier to secure the motherboard first.
Use the following procedure to install the I/O shield and secure themotherboard into the chassis.
Note:

Be sure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the systemcase covers to lock into place and for the expansion cards. Also make sure
the CPU Fan assembly is aligned with the vents on the covers. This will
depend on the system case being used.

Installing the I/O Shield/Cover
The motherboard kit comes with an I/O shield that is used to block internal
components from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within
the chassis.
Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of thechassis. Press the I/O shield into place and make sure it fits securely.
Also included is an I/O cover. This I/O cover adds a unique appearance to the
I/O area of the motherboard and is completely optional. If you wish to use thecover, please place it over the I/O area, and install the chassis screws. The
chassis screws are intended to hold the I/O cover down.

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Securing the Motherboard into a System Case
Most system cases have a base with mounting holes that you thread standoffs into
allowing the motherboard to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short toground issues, and also set the board to the proper height. If there are standoffs that
do not align with a mounting hole on the motherboard, it is recommended that you
remove that standoff to prevent the possibility of a ground fault which will at very
least cause the board to malfunction and may result in not powering on or acatastrophic failure.


Carefully place the motherboard onto the standoffs located inside thechassis.



Align the mounting holes with the standoffs.



Align the connectors to the I/O shield and I/O cover (neither are requiredfor proper function of the board).



Ensure that the fan assembly is aligned with the chassis vents according to
the fan assembly instruction.

Secure the motherboard with nine (9), or ten (10) screws depending on thespecific board in the series, less fasteners are needed on mATX and mITX
boards, please see pic on following page for locations of all standoff
locations for this series of boards. Ensure that each screw is lined up withand screwing into the corresponding standoff under the board. Double
check alignment to make sure nothing gets cross-threaded.



See the picture below for a zoomed in view of a hole to use a standoff in as
well as the locations of standoff holes for all boards in the Z170 series.

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Above, all locations are safe to secure the board to the chassis with astandoff and screw. The upper left section of the picture is a zoomed
in view of the hole you align with the standoffs.
 Keep in mind that when the screws are installed but not fully tightened,
the motherboard should have 1-2mm of movement; this can help withgetting I/O panel aligned, cards mounted or other tight tolerance/closefitting cards.
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Connecting Cables
This section takes you through all the necessary connections on themotherboard. This will include: Power Connections

24-pin ATX power (PW1)
EPS 8-pin 12V power Internal Headers

Front Panel connectors (power/reset/LED’s)
Fan Headers (PWM for CPU and DC/PWM for case fans)
USB 3.0 Header
USB 2.0 Header
Audio Header
S/PDIF
Thunderbolt GPIO
EVGauge
SATA III
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24-pin ATX Power (ATX_PWR_24P)

ATX_PWR_24p is the main power supply connector located along the lower

right edge of the board. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins areproperly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Firmly plug the power
supply cable into the connector and make sure it is secure.
The 24-pin Power Connector may be standard or right angled depending on
your motherboard model.

EPS 8-pin 12V Power (PWR 8P1)

EPS PWR 8P1, the 8-pin ATX 12V power connections, is used to provide

power to the CPU. Align the pins to the connector and press firmly until seated.
The secondary is optional for improved overclocking. Please ensure that thetab on the EPS socket is aligned with the release clip on the cable, because if
they are on opposite sides, while it will be able to fit, it is the incorrect cable and
WILL damage the board if powered on, as that is a PCIE 8-pin cable.

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Connecting Internal Headers
Front Panel Header

The front panel header on this motherboard is used to connect the following
four cables.
 PWRLED

Attach the front panel power LED cable to these two pins of the connector.
The Power LED indicates the system’s status. When the system is poweredon, the LED will be on.
 PWRSW
Attach the power button cable from the case to these two pins. Pressing
the power button on the front panel turns the system on and off rather
than using the onboard button.
 HD_LED

Attach the hard disk drive indicator LED cable to these two pins. The
HDD indicator LED indicates the activity status of the hard disks.
 RESET

Attach the Reset switch cable from the front panel of the case to thesetwo pins.
Note:

Some system cases may not have all four cables. Be sure to match thename on the connectors to the corresponding pins.

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Fan Header

This motherboard line only has 4-pin fan headers, which are backwards
compatible with 3-pin, can be controlled by PWM or DC controls and has an
absolute safe power limit of 1 Amp @ 12 Volts (12 Watts). These plugs are foryour CPU heatsink and chassis cooling fans.

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USB HeadersThis motherboard contains USB 3.1, 3.0, and 2.0 ports that are exposed on therear panel of the chassis. The motherboard also contains 19-pin internal header
connectors onboard that can be used to connect an optional external bracket
containing up to (2) USB 3.0 ports.



Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of your chassis (notall chassis are equipped with the front panel option).

Connect the two ends of the cables to the USB 3.0 or 3.1 headers on
the motherboard.

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Front Panel Audio

The audio connector supports HD audio standard and provides two kinds ofaudio output choices: the Front Audio and the Rear Audio.

S/PDIF Header

The S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format) is used for specific AudioOut applications, typically for using an audio pass-through device.

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Thunderbolt GPIO

Thunderbolt technology is a transformational high-speed, dual protocol, PC
I/O delivering performance, simplicity and flexibility. Thunderbolt I/Otechnology lets you move data between your devices and your computer with 2channels of 20Gbps flowing both ways (upstream and downstream) at the sametime. And it allows you to connect as many as 6 devices, daisy chained, througha single compact port.

EV Gauge

The EV Gauge gives you a physical gauge to view the speed your processor is
running at. This will show you live updates showing idle speeds as well as your
Boost/Overclock speeds.
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SATA 3/6G & SATA Express
SATA3/6G is the current standard for HDD/SSD/Optical interface. These
cables are the data interconnect for the motherboard. Don’t forget that thesedevices will still need a separate power connection.

SATA Express is a significant increase over SATA3 but has a much larger
connector; the internals of the connector are segmented in such a way that they
will support standard SATA cables/devices at the devices native speed.

6-pin PCIEThe 6-pin PCIE connector present on the motherboard is there to provide
additional power to the PCIE slots rather than pulling it all from the 24-pin
main power. It is advised when using SLI especially with higher power draw
cards, 3 and 4 way SLI it is strongly recommended to use this, regardless ofGPU.
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PCIE & M.2 Slots
All of the boards in this series have at least 1 PCIE x16 slot available, which istypically used for a video card, however if you use a CPU with onboard video you
can leave it empty or place a different type of card into the slot. You will also see x4
PCIE slots as well as 2 variants of M.2.

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Onboard Buttons
These onboard buttons include RESET, POWER and Clear CMOS. These
functions allow you to easily reset the system, turn on/off the system, or clear
the CMOS.

Clear CMOS Button
The motherboard uses the CMOS RAM tostore all the set parameters. The CMOS can becleared by pressing the Clear CMOS button
either onboard or on the external I/O Panel.
External Clear CMOS Button

RESET and POWER Button
These onboard buttons allow you to easily turn on/off the system. Thesebuttons allow for easy debugging and testing of the system during
troubleshooting situations.

Reset
ButtonPower
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Post Debug LED and LED Status Indicators
Post Port Debug LED
Provides two-digit diagnostic POST codes which shows system boot status andcan also show why the system may be failing to boot. It is very useful during
troubleshooting situations.
This Debug LED will display a series of hexadecimal (0-F) codes during the
POST and upon a successful boot, will display current CPU socket
temperatures after the system has fully booted into the Operating System. See
the “POST CODE” section below for more detailed descriptions of specific
POST Codes.

Debug LED with CPU
Temperature Monitor

LED Status Indicators
Theses LEDs indicate the system’s status and are located near the 24-pin
connector.
POWER LED (Green):
When the System is powered on: This LED is on.
DIMM LED (Yellow):
When the Memory slot is functional: This LED is on.
STANDBY LED (Blue):
When the System is in Standby Mode: This LED is on. This LED willremain on as long as the motherboard is receiving constant power.
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Installing Drivers andSoftwareNote:

It is important to remember that before installing the driver CD that is shippedin the kit, you need to load your operating system. The motherboard supports
64 bit versions of Windows 10,8.1 and 8, also 64 & 32 bit versions ofWindows 7.

The kit comes with a CD that contains utilities, drivers, and additional software.
The CD that has been shipped with the EVGA Z170 motherboard contains thefollowing software and drivers:
 Chipset Drivers
 Audio Drivers
 RAID Drivers
 LAN Drivers
 USB 3.0 Drivers
 USB 3.1 Drivers
 ME Drivers
 SATA Drivers
 EVGA E-LEET X
 User’s Manual

Windows 10/8.1/8/7 Driver Installation
1. Insert the EVGA Z170 installation CD for the motherboard included in thekit.
2. The CD will autorun. Install the drivers and utilities listed on the install
screen. If the CD does not run, go to My Computer and click on the CD
to open.

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POST Codes
This section provides the AMI POST Codes for the
EVGA Z170 motherboard during system boot up.
The POST Codes are displayed on the Debug LED
readout located directly onboard the motherboard.
This Debug LED will also display current CPU
temperatures after the system has fully booted
into the Operating System.

Debug LED with CPU
Temperature Monitor

AMI POST Codes
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
0A
0B
0C-0D
0E
0F
10
11-14
15-18
19-1C
1D-2A
2B
2C
2D

Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard).
AP initialization before microcode loading
North Bridge initialization before microcode loading
South Bridge initialization before microcode loading
OEM initialization before microcode loading
Microcode loading
AP initialization after microcode loading
North Bridge initialization after microcode loading
South Bridge initialization after microcode loading
OEM initialization after microcode loading
Cache initialization
Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes
Microcode not foundMicrocode not loaded
PEI Core is started
Pre-memory CPU initialization is started
Pre-memory North Bridge initialization is started
Pre-memory South Bridge initialization is started
OEM pre-memory initialization codes
Memory initialization. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) datareadingMemory initialization. Memory presence detection
Memory initialization. Programming memory timing
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2E
2F
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37-3A
3B-3E
3F-4E
4F
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
5A
5B
5C-5F
E0
E1
E2
E3
E4-E7
E8-EB
EC-EF
F0
F1
F2
F3

Memory initialization. Configuring memory
Memory initialization (other).
Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
Memory Installed
CPU post-memory initialization is started
CPU post-memory initialization. Cache initialization
CPU post-memory initialization. Application Processor(s) (AP)initialization
CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP)
selection
CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode
(SMM) initialization
Post-Memory North Bridge initialization is started
Post-Memory South Bridge initialization is started
OEM post memory initialization codes
DXE IPL is started
Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type orincompatible memory speed
Memory initialization error. SPD reading has failed
Memory initialization error. Invalid memory size or memory
modules do not match.
Memory initialization error. No usable memory detected
Unspecified memory initialization error.
Memory not installed
Invalid CPU type or Speed
CPU mismatch
CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error
CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed
Internal CPU error
reset PPI is not available
Reserved for future AMI error codes
S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXEIPL)
S3 Boot Script execution
Video repost
OS S3 wake vector callReserved for future AMI progress codes
S3 Resume Failed
Reserved for future AMI error codes
Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery)
Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery)
Recovery process started
Recovery firmware image is found- 33 -EVGA Z170 Classified K (142-SS-E178)

F4
F5-F7
F8
F9
FA
FB–FF
60
61
62
63-67
68
69
6A
6B-6F
70
71
72
73-77
78
79
7A–7F
80–8F
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
9A
9B
9C
9D
9E–9F
A0
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5

Recovery firmware image is loaded
Reserved for future AMI progress codes
Recovery PPI is not available
Recovery capsule is not foundInvalid recovery capsule
Reserved for future AMI error codes
DXE Core is started
NVRAM initialization
Installation of the South Bridge Runtime Services
CPU DXE initialization is started
PCI host bridge initialization
North Bridge DXE initialization is started
North Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started
North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific)
South Bridge DXE initialization is started
South Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started
South Bridge devices initialization
South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
ACPI module initialization
CSM initialization
Reserved for future AMI DXE codes
OEM DXE initialization codes
Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started
Driver connecting is started
PCI Bus initialization is started
PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization
PCI Bus Enumeration
PCI Bus Request Resources
PCI Bus Assign Resources
Console Output devices connect
Console input devices connect
Super IO Initialization
USB initialization is started
USB Reset
USB Detect
USB Enable
Reserved for future AMI codes
IDE initialization is started
IDE Reset
IDE Detect
IDE Enable
SCSI initialization is started
SCSI Reset- 34 -EVGA Z170 Classified K (142-SS-E178)

A6
A7
A8
A9
AA
AB
AC
AD
AE
AF
B0
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8-BF
C0–CF
D0
D1
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6
D7
D8
D9
DA

SCSI Detect
SCSI Enable
Setup Verifying Password
Start of Setup
Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
Setup Input Wait
Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
Ready To Boot event
Legacy Boot event
Exit Boot Services event
CPU Memory controller configuration
Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP EndiMC init
Memory training
Memory training
Memory training / timing training
Memory training
Memory training
Memory training / DRAM final configuration
OEM BDS initialization codes
CPU initialization error
North Bridge initialization errorSouth Bridge initialization error
Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available
PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources
No Space for Legacy Option ROM
No Console Output Devices are foundNo Console Input Devices are foundInvalid password
Error loading Boot Option (Load Image returned error)
Boot Option is failed (Start Image returned error)- 35 -EVGA Z170 Classified K (142-SS-E178)

EVGA Glossary of Terms

AC – Alternating Current
ACPI - Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
AHCI – Advanced Host Controller Interface
AFR – Alternate Frame Rendering
APIC - Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller
BCLK – Base Clock (or operating frequency of base system bus)
BIOS - Basic Input Output System
CMOS - Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor
CPU – Central Processing Unit
DDR - Double Data Rate
DIMM - Dual In-line Memory Module
DMI – Direct Memory Interface
DRAM - Dynamic random access memory
DVI – Digital Video Interface
ELEET/ELEET X – EVGA motherboard monitoring and tuning software
GHz – Gigahertz
GPU – Graphics Processing Unit
HDD - Hard Disk Drive
HDMI - High-Definition Multimedia Interface
HDR – High Dynamic Range Lighting
HPET - High Precision Event Timer
HT – Hyper-Threading
HSF - Heat Sink Fan
I/O - Input/ Output
IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
IGP - Integrated Graphics Processors
IMC – Integrated memory controller- 36 -EVGA Z170 Classified K (142-SS-E178)

IRQ - Interrupt Request
JBOD - Just a Bunch of DisksJEDEC - Joint Electron Device Engineering Council
LAN - Local Area Network
LCD - Liquid Crystal Display
LGA – Land Grid Array
LN2 – Liquid Nitrogen Cooling
MAC - Media Access Control
MCP - Media and Communications Processor
Intel ME – Intel Management Engine
MHz – Megahertz
MMIO – Memory Mapped I/O
NB - Northbridge
NCQ - Native Command Queuing
NIC - Network Interface Card
NTFS - New Technology File System
OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturer
PATA - Parallel Advanced Technology Attachment
PCB - Printed Circuit Board
PCH – Platform Controller Hub
PCI - Peripheral Component Interconnect
PCIE - Peripheral Component Interconnect Express
PLL – Phase Locked Loop
POST – Power on Self Test
PWM – Pulse Width Modulation
QDR - Quad Data Rate
QPI – Quick Path Interconnect
RAID - Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks
RAM – Random Access Memory
ROM – Read Only Memory
RGB - Red Green Blue- 37 -EVGA Z170 Classified K (142-SS-E178)

SATA - Serial Advanced Technology Attachment
SAS – Serial Attached SCSISB - Southbridge
SCSI - Small Computer System Interface
SFR – Split Frame Rendering
SLI - Scalable Link Interface
SPD - Serial Presence Detect
S/PDIF - Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format
SPP - System Platform Processors
SSD – Solid State Drive
TCP/IP - Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
USB - Universal Serial Bus
VDroop - Voltage Droop
VGA - Video Graphics Array
VREG – Voltage Regulator- 38 -EVGA Z170 Classified K (142-SS-E178)

Compliance Information
FCC Compliance Information
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. 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 harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:(1) Increase the separation between the equipment and signal source, or (2) connect the equipment to an outlet on acircuit different from that to which the signal source is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced computer
technician for help. The use of shielded cables for connection of peripheral devices to the PC systems is required toensure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

CE Compliance Information
Generic Radiation Interference Standard for Information Technology Equipment. (EN 55022: 2006, Class B), (EN 610003-2: 2006), (EN 61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001 + A2: 2005). Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment
this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measure. Generic
Immunity Standard for Information Technology Equipment. (EN 55024: 1998 + A1: 2001 + A2: 2003).

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