Z170 Pro Gaming PCIe Slots: Complete Guide
The ASUS Z170 Pro Gaming motherboard boasts versatile PCIe slots for multi-GPU and storage setups. This article details configurations, compatibility, and optimization for gamers/builders.
Unlock SLI/CrossFire potential with bandwidth tips and troubleshooting.
PCIe Slot Specifications
Three slots: x16, x8, x4 lanes.
- Primary: PCIe 3.0 x16 full speed.
- Secondary: x8/x8 SLI mode.
- M.2 combo slot.
Multi-GPU Configurations
Ideal for 1440p gaming.
- 2-way SLI: Optimal.
- 3-way limited by chipset.
- Cooling clearance checks.
Storage and Expansion
Max NVMe/RAID potential.
- x4 slot for SSD RAID.
- USB 3.1 add-ons.
- Sound card compatibility.
BIOS Optimization
Tune for performance.
- Enable above 4G decoding.
- Resizable BAR prep.
- Lane allocation tweaks.