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Asus SABERTOOTH Z87 — page 1

Motherboard SABERTOOTH Z87 …
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ii First Edition April 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for …
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iii Contents Safety information ………………………………………………………………………………………… vi About this guide ………………………………………………………………………………………….. vii SABERTOOTH Z87 specications summary ……………………………………….. …
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iv 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections ……………………………………… 2-12 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ………………………………………………………… 2-12 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ……………………………………………………… 2-14 2.4 Starting up for the rst time …………………. …
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v 4.2.1 Running the support DVD ………………………………………………….. 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals ………………………………………….. 4-3 4.3 Software information ……………………………………………………………………… 4-4 4.3.1 AI Suite 3 ……………………………. …
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vi Safety information Electrical safety T o prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power c …
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vii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the sw …
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viii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/W ARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORT ANT : Instr …
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ix SABERTOOTH Z87 specications summary CPU LGA1 150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel ® Core™i5/Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0* * The Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. Chipset Intel ® Z87 Exp …
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x Storage Intel ® Z87 Express Chipset — 6 x SA T A 6.0 Gb/s ports (brown) with RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 support — Supports Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology , Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology* 2 x ASMedia ® SA T A 6Gb/s controllers** — 2 x SA T A 6.0 Gb/s ports (beige) — 2 x eSA T A 6.0 Gb/s ports (red) * These f …
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xi (continued on the next page) SABERTOOTH Z87 specications summary Other Special Features — USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission — USB BIOS Flashback — USB Charger+ — Network iControl — ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface — AI Suite 3 — Remote GO! — ASUS Q-Connector — ASUS Q-Shield — ASUS Q-LED (CPU, …
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xii Internal I/O connectors 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Front panel audio connector (AAFP) System panel (Q-Connector) 24-pin EA TX Power connector 8-pin EA TX 12V Power connector BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP , DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Not …
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xiii User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH Z87 motherboard T echnical documentations, certication and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 2 x 35mm Assistant fans 2 x short fan screws 4 x long fan screws 3 x PCIe x16 slot covers 3 x PCIe x1 slot covers …
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xiv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel ® LGA1 150 CPU Intel ® LGA1 150 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SA T A hard disk drive SA T A optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1 150 socket for 4th generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel ® Core™ i5/Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors This motherboard supports 4th generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel ® Core™ i5/Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® …
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1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Intel ® Smart Response T echnology Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD (requires 18.6 GB available space) as a cache for frequ …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-3 Chapter 1 1.1.3 “TUF Engine” Power Design Digital Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM, DRAM, and CPU V oltage controllers. These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for optimal system efciency , stability and performance. TUF Components ( …
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1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the rst mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more exibility , convenience, and easy to navigate UEFI BIOS …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-5 Chapter 1 1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features Remote GO! ASUS Remote GO! leads the way to a more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS Remote GO!, you can wirelessly stream media les to DLNA devices, remotely control and access your computer using your smart device and easily transfer les between your computer and smart d …
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1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.1.7 Other special features DisplayPort Support DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that delivers up to 10.8 Gbps of bandwidth over standard cables, providing billions of colors and bi-directional communications, thus enabling the fastest refresh rates, and the highest resolution digita …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-7 Chapter 1 • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity . • Hold components by the edges to avoid t …
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1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1.2.2 Motherboard layout …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-9 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 1-32 2. CPU, optional, chassis, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CPU_OPT , 4-pin CHA_F AN1-4, 3-pin ASST_F AN1-2 ) 1-30 3. LGA1 150 CPU socket 1-10 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-1 1 5. MemOK! button 1 …
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1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7 / Intel ® Core™ i5 / Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-1 1 Chapter 1 Recommended memory congurations 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. …
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1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • Y ou may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to Intel ® CPU spec, DIMM volt …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-13 Chapter 1 SABERTOOTH Z87 Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2666 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 G.SKILL F3-2666CL10Q-16GBZHD(XMP) 16GB (4x4GB) DS — — 9-1 1-9-27 1.65 • • GEIL GOC332GB2666C1 1QC(XMP) 32GB (4x8GB) DS — — 9-9 …
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1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 2200 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4G (2x2GB) DS — — 7-10-10-28 1.65 • • GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) DS — — 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 8GB (2x4G …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-15 Chapter 1 DDR3 1866 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 CORSAIR CMD16GX3M2A1866C9 (V er5.29)(XMP) 16GB (2x8GB) DS — — 1866 9-9-9-27 1.5 • CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A1866C9 (V er4.13)(XMP) 16GB (4x4GB) DS — — 9-10-9-27 1.5 • • CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A1 …
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1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued on the next page) V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 Asint SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP) 4GB DS Asint 302G08-GJ1C 9-9-9-27 — • • Asint SLA302G08-EGN1C 4GB DS ASint 302G08-GN1C — — • • Asint SLB304G08-EGN …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-17 Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 KINGSTON KVR16N1 1/4 4G DS Hynix H5TQ2G8 3CFRPBC — 1.5 • • KINGTIGER KTG2G1600PG3(XMP) 2GB DS — — — — • • MICRON MT16JTF1G64AZ-1G6D1 8GB DS MICRON D9PBC — 1.5 • • MICRON MT16KTF51264AZ-1G6M1 4GB DS MIC …
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1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I13 4GB (2x2GB) DS — — 9 — • • G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-4GBNT 4GB (2x2GB) DS G.SKILL D3 128M8CE9 2GB 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL 8GB (2x …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-19 Chapter 1 Side(s): SS — Single-sided DS — Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory conguration. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the dark brown slots or the beige slots as one pair of Dual- …
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1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot 5 PCIe 2.0 x1_ …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-21 Chapter 1 • We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_F AN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIe x16_3 Conguration PCI Express sh …
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1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open- case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-23 Chapter 1 Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button. 2. DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. With DirectKey , you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Delete> key during POST . It also allows you to turn on or …
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1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include sys …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-25 Chapter 1 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1. POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self T est): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drive.s If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. 2. Standby Power LED The mothe …
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1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® Z87 Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1-6 [brown]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial A T A hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 con? …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-27 Chapter 1 2. ASMedia ® Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_E12 [beige]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode. • These SA T A ports are for data drives only . 3. USB 3.0 connector …
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1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-29 Chapter 1 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Y ou can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, dark brown) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The USB 2.0 modu …
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1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 6. CPU, optional, chassis, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT ; 4-pin CHA_F AN1-4; 3-pin ASST_F AN1-2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector . • DO NOT forget to conn …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-31 Chapter 1 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector . • We recommend that you connect a high-denition front …
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1-32 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12 V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W . • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EA TX12 V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot. • …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-33 Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector . The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power , and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin co …
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1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1 1. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a T rusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certicates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security , protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity . 12. DirectKey con …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-1 Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 2.1 Building your PC system 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Chapter 2: Basic ins …
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2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-3 Chapter 2 2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1 150 socket only . DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA155 and LGA1 156 socket on the LGA1 150 socket. …
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2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary . T o install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-5 Chapter 2 T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly …
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2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 T o remove a DIMM 2.1.4 DIMM installation …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-7 Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection OR OR …
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2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection OR OR …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector T o install ASUS Q-Connector IDE LED POWER SW RESET SW HDD LED- HDD LED+ PWR Reset Ground Ground USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.0 T o install USB 3.0 Connector …
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2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-1 1 Chapter 2 • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or use the CLR_CMOS jumper while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the steps again. • If the light ashes for ve seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the BIOS Flashback is not …
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2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port denitions. Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 7-10 6. External SA T A 6.0 Gb/s ports 2. USB 3.0 ports 5-6 7. DisplayPort 3. Optical S/PDIF Out port …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-13 Chapter 2 • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only . • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel ® 8 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are …
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2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-15 Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers …
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2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2.4 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet tha …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-17 Chapter 2 BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) No memory detected One continuous beep followed by three short beeps No VGA detected One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Hardware c …
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2-18 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-1 Chapter 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more exible and convenient mouse input. Y ou can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness …
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3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only , and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing a …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority . T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode …
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3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations. T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit , then select Advanced Mode …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-5 Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (My Favorites, Ai T weaker , Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appear …
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3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Last Modied button This button shows the items that you last modied and saved in BIOS Setup. Adding items to My Favorites T o add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow ke …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-7 Chapter 3 3.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the syste …
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3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected elds in the BIOS setup program. T o set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-9 Chapter 3 T o change a user password: 1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>. 4. Conrm the password when prompted. T o clea …
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3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . Select any of these preset overclocking conguration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU ratio and BCLK frequ …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-1 1 Chapter 3 If you assign a value for 2-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto] . 3-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default T urbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 3-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 4-Core Ratio Limit. If you assign a value for 3-Core R …
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3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. T o restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key . Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to beco …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-13 Chapter 3 DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [255] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CAS# Write Latency [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] RTL IOL …
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3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D1) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] — [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1D0 [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] — [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1D1 [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] — [15] Third Timings tRDRD [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [7] tRDRD_dr [Auto] Conguration opti …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-15 Chapter 3 MISC MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enable] [Disable] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [14] Channel A/B DIMM Control [Enable Bot…] Conguration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] …
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3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 The following items appear only when you set the CPU V oltage Frequency to [Auto] . VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] Enable the VRM Spread Spectrum to enhance system stability . Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Active Frequency Mode [Disabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to help enhance the power saving …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-17 Chapter 3 CPU Power Thermal Control [130] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the O.C. potential. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values depend on the CPU installed. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal condition …
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3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 T urbo Mode Parameters Long Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to limit the T urbo Ratio’s time duration that exceeds the TDP (Thermal Design Power) for maximum performance. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1W t0 4096W . Package Power Time Window [Auto] …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-19 Chapter 3 Power Decay Mode [Auto] Allows your system to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated V oltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Idle Power-in Response [Auto] Allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated V oltage R …
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3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Extreme OV [Disabled] Disable this item to help protect the CPU from being burned by Over V oltage. When you enable this item, you can choose a high level voltage to overclock, but will not guarantee the CPU life. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU Core V oltage [Auto] Allows you to congure the …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-21 Chapter 3 CPU Cache V oltage Offset Allows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset. By default, this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU. Y ou can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. CPU Graphics V oltage [Auto] Allows you to …
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3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU System Agent V oltage Offset [Auto] Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the system agent of the processor including its PCIe controller and power control unit. Increase the voltage when increasing DRAM frequency . Y ou can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-23 Chapter 3 DRAM V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. Y ou can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.20V to 1.92V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel ® CPU specications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently . We recommend …
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3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Clock Crossing Reset V oltage [Auto] Allows you to increase the value of the clock crossing reset voltage when the rising edge of the BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK DP . Y ou can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.1V to 1.9V with a 0.00625V interval …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-25 Chapter 3 3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. …
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3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.1 CPU Conguration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. [Disabled] Disa …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-27 Chapter 3 Intel Virtualization T echnology [Disabled] When set to [Enabled] a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by V anderpool T echnology . Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] Allows you to enable the Mid Level Cache (L2) streamer prefetcher . Congurati …
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3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C6 Latency [Short] Allows you to set the duration of C6 latency for C6 state. Conguration options: [Short] [Long] CPU C7 Report [CPU C7s] Allows you to disable or ena …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-29 Chapter 3 Intel Rapid Start T echnology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology . Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology to [Enabled] . Entry on S3 RTC W ake [Enabled] The system automatically wakes u …
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3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.3 SA T A Conguration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SA T A devices. The SA T A Port items show Not Present if no SA T A device is installed to the corresponding SA T A port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. SA T A Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set th …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-31 Chapter 3 3.6.4 System Agent Conguration Allows you to congure the System Agent Conguration parameters. S.M.A.R.T . Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T . (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting T echnology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur , this feature allows the hard disk to rep …
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3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Render Standby [Auto] Allows you to enable the Intel ® Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU power use when the system is idle. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable both integrated and discrete graphics for multi-monitor output. The iGPU …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-33 Chapter 3 3.6.5 USB Conguration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disab …
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3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.6 Platform Misc Conguration The items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features. PCI Express Native Power Management [Disabled] Allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Express and perform ASPM operations in the operating system. Conguration options: [Disabled] [En …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-35 Chapter 3 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Conguration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller . The following items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller to [Enabled] . Front Panel T ype [HD] Allo …
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3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASM1061 Storage Controller (ES6_E12) [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASM1061 Storage Controller . Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hot-plug [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the hot plug support. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASM1061 Storage Controller (SA T A6G_E …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-37 Chapter 3 3.6.8 APM ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled] , all other PME options will be switched off. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled (S4+S5] [Enabled (S5)] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The sys …
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3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.9 Network Stack Network Stack [Disable] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Conguration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled] . Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-39 Chapter 3 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. CPU T emperature / MB T emperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard tempera …
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3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan operating mode. [Advance Mode] Detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the mode control. When a 3-pin CPU fan is installed, select this mode for the DC mode Q-Fan control. [Auto] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature in PWM mode fo …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-41 Chapter 3 Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1/4 [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Conguration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan 1/4 Profile [Standard] This item appears …
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3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASST Fan 1/2 Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Assistant Q-Fan Control feature. It allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the assistant fan. [Standard] Set to make the assistant fan adjust automatically depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Set to minimize the …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-43 Chapter 3 3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Conguration Fast Boot [Disabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabl …
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3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 HW Fast Boot [Disabled] Allows the system to enable or disable the HW Fast Boot. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DirectKey Enable [Go to BIOS…] [Disabled] Disables the DirectKey button. The system will only power on or of f when you press the DirectKey button. [Go to BIOS Setup] Allows the system …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-45 Chapter 3 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] Allows you to trap Interrupt …
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3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Secure Boot Allows you to congure the Windows ® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST . OS T ype [Windows UEFI mode] [Windows UEFI Mode] Allows you to select your installed operating system. Execute the Microsoft ® Secure Boot check. …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-47 Chapter 3 KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft ® Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). Delete the KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Conguration options: [Y es] …
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3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Append dbx from File Allows you to load the additional dbx from a storage device so that more db’s images cannot be loaded. The dbx le must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-49 Chapter 3 3.9 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key …
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3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Save to Prole Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prole number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Y es . Load from Prole Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the prole number that …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-51 Chapter 3 3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Y ou can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup …
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3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 1 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updati …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-53 Chapter 3 3.1 1.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .asus.com. T o update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB ash disk th …
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3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with F A T 32/16 format and single partition only . • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability . Select the L …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-55 Chapter 3 3.1 1.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS le that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only . The …
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3-56 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number . 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive). Updating the BIOS le T o update the BIOS le using BIOS Updater: 1 …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-57 Chapter 3 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later , the utility automatically exits to the DOS pr …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-1 Chapter 4 Software support 4 If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear , browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or tap binASSETUP .EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. 4.1 Installing an operating system • This motherboard supports 32-bit/64-bit Windows ® 7 and 32-bit/64-bit Windo …
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4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to use the devices. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. The AHCI/RAID Driver menu contains the RAID/AHCI driver disk. The Manual …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-3 Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat ® Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the les. …
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4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrat …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-5 Chapter 4 Launching AI Suite 3 Windows ® 7 OS From the Desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. Y ou can also launch AI Suite 3 in Windows ® 7 by clicking on the Notication area. Windows ® 8 OS T o launch AI Suite 3 in Windows ® 8, tap the AI Suite 3 app on the Start screen (o …
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4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 AI Suite 3 Main menu The AI Suite 3 main menu gives you easy-access controls and insight to what’s going on with your computer — allowing you to optimize performance settings while at the same time ensuring system stability . Included in the AI Suite main menu is a quick-access menu bar that allows you to …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-7 Chapter 4 4.3.2 Thermal Radar 2 The Thermal Radar 2 comes with these four utilities in one interface: Thermal T uning, Thermal Status, Fan Control and DIGI+ PowerControl. Thermal T uning The Thermal Tuning utility allows you to automatically optimize your system’s cooling solution such as the CPU fan, chassis fans, and th …
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4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Fan Control The Fan Control utility provides an easy-to-use preset fan proles that automatically tweaks the fan speed. It also allows you to customize the speed of each fan and save it as a fan prole. Click or tap a screen to select the fan type that you want to customize Drag the slider to set a fan …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-9 Chapter 4 Customizing the fan settings Y ou can customize your fan’s speed using the Smart Mode and RPM (rotations per minute) Mode. Smart Mode Smart Mode allows you to customize the fan’s rotation speed for a certain temperature. With this utility , you can also assign three critical components for the Thermal Radar 2 …
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4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 DIGI+ Power Control DIGI+ Power Control utility allows you to adjust the CPU and DRAM power settings for an optimum system efciency , overall system stability and performance. Adjusting the CPU power CPU Load-line Calibration CPU Load-line Calibration adjusts the voltage range and controls the system te …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-1 1 Chapter 4 Adjusting the DRAM power Click or tap to go back to main screen Click or tap to apply the changes Click or tap to undo the changes DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously . DRAM V oltage Frequency Allows you to adjust the …
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4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 Remote GO! Remote GO! is an ASUS-exclusive Wi-Fi utility that allows you to wirelessly stream your media les to DLNA devices, control your computer using your smart device, transfer les to your smart device, and provides access to your les stored in your cloud storage. System requirements PC …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-13 Chapter 4 Click or tap to set a password • Launch Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote on your smart device to use the Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote control functions. For more details, refer to section Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote of this user manual for more details. • T o protect your Wi-Fi utility from unauthorized remote access, …
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4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Remote GO! functions q Cloud GO!: Allows you to remotely control and sync your les across multiple cloud services such as ASUS WebStorage, GoogleDrive™, and DropBox ® . q Remote Desktop: Allows you to remotely control your desktop in real time using your smart device. q DLNA Media Hub: Allows you to …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-15 Chapter 4 Using Cloud GO! 1. From the Remote GO! screen, click or tal Cloud GO! 2. Tick I Agree then click or tal Enter to access your cloud storage accounts. 3. Log into your Asus WebStorage, Google Drive™ or Dropbox ® cloud account then click Sign In . Click or tap to open cloud storage accounts Click or tap to go bac …
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4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Click or tap to select media le type Media les pane Displays the target receiver’s name and the media le currently playing Click or tap to edit the playlist Tick to select source location Click or tap to select receiver Using DLNA Media Hub on the computer From the Remote GO! screen on your Desk …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-17 Chapter 4 T ransferring les from your computer to your smart device T o transfer les from your computer to your smart device, right-click the le then click Send to > [Device name] . After the le transfer is complete, click OK . Ensure to enable File T ransfer in your smart device to receive les from your …
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4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.4 USB 3.0 Boost USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically speeds up the transfer rates of your USB storage devices. Launching USB 3.0 Boost T o launch USB 3.0 Boost, click or tap the on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB 3.0 Boost . Us …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-19 Chapter 4 4.3.5 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily . With this utlity , you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select the boot logo that will display during POST . Launching EZ Update T o launch EZ Update, cli …
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4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.6 Network iControl Network iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage your network bandwidth and set the bandwidth priority for your running programs. Launching Network iControl T o launch Network iControl, click or tap th e on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-21 Chapter 4 EZ Prole screen Tick to assign a schedule of your network programs to avoid network congestions Click or tap to save the prole settings or rename the prole Select a program from this list and click to add to your network prole Click or tap to select a network prole Click or tap to set the program a …
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4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.7 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback Wizard allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. Scheduling the BIOS download 1. In the Download Setting eld, tick Sc …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-23 Chapter 4 T o download the updated BIOS: 1. From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click Check for New BIOS Update . Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. 2. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click from the Save to: eld, select the USB ash drive, then click Download . 3. After the download is complet …
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4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.8 USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge your portable USB devices even if your computer is off, in sleep mode or hibernate mode. Before using the USB Charger+, ensure to disable the ErP Ready item from the Advanced > APM > ErP Ready in the Advanced mode of the BIOS setup program. L …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-25 Chapter 4 4.3.9 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. Launching the System Information T o launch System Information, click or tap th e on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information . Viewing the motherboard inform …
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4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Viewing the SPD information From the System Information screen, click SPD tab to view the memory’s information. 4.3.10 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Sensing functi …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-27 Chapter 4 A. Realtek ® HD Audio Manager for Windows ® 8 / Windows ® 7 Conguration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Set default device button Control settings panel Analog and digital connector status This version of Realtek HD Audio Manager supports Intel ® 8 Series motherboards …
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4-28 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 5-1 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 5.1 RAID congurations The motherboard comes with the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 conguration. 5.1.1 RAID denitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. …
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5-2 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 5.1.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID conguration: 1. Install the SA T A hard disks int …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 5-3 Chapter 5 5.1.4 Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o enter the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu. The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the men …
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5-4 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>. 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press the up/down arrow key to select a RAID l …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 5-5 Chapter 5 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>. …
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5-6 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Use the up/down arrow key to …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 5-7 Chapter 5 Exiting the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit , then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: A re y ou s ur e yo u wa n t to exit? ( Y/ N) : [ CONFIRM EXIT ] 2. Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to …
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5-8 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 A-1 Appendices Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired …
Asus SABERTOOTH Z87 — page 162

A-2 Appendices Appendices IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standar …
Asus SABERTOOTH Z87 — page 163

ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 A-3 Appendices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr .asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been …
Asus SABERTOOTH Z87 — page 164

A-4 Appendices Appendices Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NCC: T aiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement KC …
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 A-5 Appendices ASUS contact information ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei, T aiwan 1 1259 T elephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site www.asus.com.tw T echnical Support T elephone +86-21-3842991 1 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNA TIONAL (Ame …
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A-6 Appendices Appendices EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Country: TAIWAN A uthorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: …

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SABERTOOTH Z87

Motherboard

First Edition

April 2013

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Contents

Safety information…………………………………………………………………………………………	vi
About this guide……………………………………………………………………………………………	vii
SABERTOOTH Z87 specifications summary……………………………………………………	ix
Package contents………………………………………………………………………………………..	xiii
Installation tools and components………………………………………………………………..	xiv

Chapter 1:	Product Introduction
1.1	Special features………………………………………………………………………………	1-1
	1.1.1	Product highlights………………………………………………………………	1-1
	1.1.2	“Ultimate COOL” Thermal Solutions……………………………………..	1-2
	1.1.3	“TUF Engine” Power Design………………………………………………..	1-3
	1.1.4	“Safe & Stable!” Guardian Angel…………………………………………..	1-3
	1.1.5	ASUS EZ DIY.…………………………………………………………………..	1-4
	1.1.6	ASUS Exclusive Features……………………………………………………	1-5
	1.1.7	Other special features…………………………………………………………	1-6
1.2	Motherboard overview…………………………………………………………………….	1-7
	1.2.1	Before you proceed.…………………………………………………………..	1-7
	1.2.2	Motherboard layout…………………………………………………………….	1-8
	1.2.3	Central Processing Unit (CPU)…………………………………………..	1-10
	1.2.4	System memory……………………………………………………………….	1-11
	1.2.5	Expansion slots………………………………………………………………..	1-20
	1.2.6	Onboard buttons………………………………………………………………	1-22
	1.2.7	Jumpers………………………………………………………………………….	1-24
	1.2.8	Onboard LEDs…………………………………………………………………	1-25
	1.2.9	Internal connectors…………………………………………………………..	1-26

Chapter 2:	Basic installation
2.1	Building your PC system…………………………………………………………………	2-1
	2.1.1	Motherboard installation.…………………………………………………….	2-1
	2.1.2	CPU installation…………………………………………………………………	2-3
	2.1.3	CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation…………………………..	2-4
	2.1.4	DIMM installation……………………………………………………………….	2-6
	2.1.5	ATX Power connection.………………………………………………………	2-7
	2.1.6	SATA device connection.…………………………………………………….	2-8
	2.1.7	Front I/O Connector……………………………………………………………	2-9
	2.1.8	Expansion Card installation……………………………………………….	2-10
2.2	BIOS update utility…………………………………………………………………………	2-11

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2.3	Motherboard rear and audio connections……………………………………….	2-12
	2.3.1	Rear I/O connection………………………………………………………….	2-12
	2.3.2	Audio I/O connections……………………………………………………….	2-14
2.4	Starting up for the first time…………………………………………………………..	2-16
2.5	Turning off the computer……………………………………………………………….	2-17

Chapter 3:	BIOS setup
3.1	Knowing BIOS…………………………………………………………………………………	3-1
3.2	BIOS setup program………………………………………………………………………..	3-2
	3.2.1	EZ Mode…………………………………………………………………………..	3-3
	3.2.2	Advanced Mode…………………………………………………………………	3-4
3.3	My Favorites……………………………………………………………………………………	3-6
3.4	Main menu………………………………………………………………………………………	3-7
3.5	Ai Tweaker menu…………………………………………………………………………….	3-9
3.6	Advanced menu…………………………………………………………………………….	3-25
	3.6.1	CPU Configuration……………………………………………………………	3-26
	3.6.2	PCH Configuration……………………………………………………………	3-28
	3.6.3	SATAConfiguration…………………………………………………………..	3-30
	3.6.4	SystemAgent Configuration………………………………………………	3-31
	3.6.5	USB Configuration……………………………………………………………	3-33
	3.6.6	Platform Misc Configuration……………………………………………….	3-34
	3.6.7	Onboard Devices Configuration………………………………………….	3-35
	3.6.8	APM……………………………………………………………………………….	3-37
	3.6.9	Network Stack………………………………………………………………….	3-38
3.7	Monitor menu………………………………………………………………………………..	3-39
3.8	Boot menu…………………………………………………………………………………….	3-43
3.9	Tools menu……………………………………………………………………………………	3-49
	3.9.1	ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility…………………………………………………….	3-49
	3.9.2	ASUS O.C. Profile.…………………………………………………………..	3-49
	3.9.3	ASUS SPD Information……………………………………………………..	3-50
3.10	Exit menu………………………………………………………………………………………	3-51
3.11	Updating BIOS………………………………………………………………………………	3-52
	3.11.1	ASUS EZ Flash 2……………………………………………………………..	3-53
	3.11.2	ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3.…………………………………………………	3-54
	3.11.3	ASUS BIOS Updater…………………………………………………………	3-55


Chapter 4:	Software support
4.1	Installing an operating system…………………………………………………………	4-1
4.2	Support DVD information…………………………………………………………………	4-1

	4.2.1	Running the support DVD……………………………………………………	4-1
	4.2.2	Obtaining the software manuals…………………………………………..	4-3
4.3	Software information……………………………………………………………………….	4-4
	4.3.1	AI Suite 3………………………………………………………………………….	4-4
	4.3.2	Thermal Radar 2………………………………………………………………..	4-7
	4.3.3	Remote GO!…………………………………………………………………….	4-12
	4.3.4	USB 3.0 Boost…………………………………………………………………	4-18
	4.3.5	EZ Update……………………………………………………………………….	4-19
	4.3.6	Network iControl………………………………………………………………	4-20
	4.3.7	USB BIOS Flashback Wizard…………………………………………….	4-22
	4.3.8	USB Charger+.………………………………………………………………..	4-24
	4.3.9	System Information…………………………………………………………..	4-25
	4.3.10	Audio configurations…………………………………………………………	4-26

Chapter 5:	RAID support
5.1	RAID configurations………………………………………………………………………..	5-1
	5.1.1	RAID definitions…………………………………………………………………	5-1
	5.1.2	Installing Serial ATA hard disks…………………………………………….	5-2
	5.1.3	Setting the RAID item in BIOS……………………………………………..	5-2
	5.1.4	Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility……………….	5-3
5.2	Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation………………	5-7
Appendices
Notices	………………………………………………………………………………………………………		A-1
ASUS contact information…………………………………………………………………………..	A-5

Safety information

Electrical safety

•To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

•When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

•Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

•Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

•Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

•If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

•Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.

•Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

•To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

•Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.

•Place the product on a stable surface.

•If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

•Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

•Chapter 2: Basic installation

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.

•Chapter 3: BIOS setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

•Chapter 4: Software support

This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software.

•Chapter 5: RAID support

This chapter describes the RAID configurations.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1.ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

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Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Typography

Bold text	Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics	Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key>	Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign
	means that you must press the enclosed key.
	Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
	Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3>	If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
	names are linked with a plus sign (+).

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SABERTOOTH Z87 specifications summary

CPU

Chipset

Memory

Expansion slots

VGA

Multi-GPU support

LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors

Supports 22nm CPU

Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0*

*The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.

Intel® Z87 Express Chipset

4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 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. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details.

2 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode)

1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot* (max. at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices)

3 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots**

*The PCIe 2.0 x16 slot shares bandwidth with PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot, PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot, and PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot. The PCIe 2.0 x16 slot default setting is x1 mode.

**The PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot shares bandwidth with eSATA 6.0 Gb/s ports. The eSATA 6.0 Gb/s ports default settings are enabled.

Integrated Graphics Processor — Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort/HDMI port

Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with max. resolution of 3840 x 2160

@60Hz

Supports HDMI with max. resolution of 4096 x 2304 @24Hz and 2560 x 1600 @60Hz

Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D, Intel® Quick Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology and Intel® Insider™

Supports up to three displays simultaneously Maximum shared memory 1024MB

Supports NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology

Supports AMD® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology

LAN	Intel® I217-V Gigabit LAN controller

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SABERTOOTH Z87 specifications summary

	Storage	Intel® Z87 Express Chipset
		— 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (brown) with RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
		support
		— Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Start
		Technology, Intel® Smart Connect Technology*
		2 x ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s controllers**
		— 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (beige)
		— 2 x eSATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (red)
		* These functions will work depending on the CPU installed.
		** These SATA ports are for data hard drives only. ATAPI devices are not
		supported.
	Audio	Realtek® ALC1150 8-channel high definition audio CODEC
		— High quality 112dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out at
		rear) and 104dB SNR recording input (Line-in) support.
		— Absolute pitch 192khz/24bit true BD lossless sound
		— BD audio layer content protection
		— Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming and front panel jack-
		retasking
		— Optical S/PDIF out ports at rear I/O
	USB	Intel® Z87 Express Chipset — supports ASUS USB 3.0
		Boost
		— 6 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at rear panel)

Intel® Z87 Express Chipset

—8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at rear panel)

Exclusive TUF Features “Ultimate COOL!” Thermal Solution

—TUF Thermal Armor with Flow Valve

—TUF Thermal Radar 2 with Thermistor cables

“We Got Your Back” Shape Force

— TUF Fortifier

“TUF ENGINE” Power Design

—8+2 Digital Phase Power Design

—TUF Components (Choke, Cap & MOSFET; certified by military-standard)

—ASUS DIGI+ Power Control Utility

“SAFE & Stable!” Guardian Angel

—Dust Defender with connector caps and rear I/O dust filter

—ESD Guards

—MemOK!

—Anti-surge

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SABERTOOTH Z87 specifications summary

Other Special Features	—	USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission
	—	USB BIOS Flashback
	—	USB Charger+
	—	Network iControl
	—	ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user
		interface
	—	AI Suite 3
	—	Remote GO!
	—	ASUS Q-Connector
	—	ASUS Q-Shield
	—	ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
	—	ASUS Q-Slot
	— ASUS Q-DIMM
	—	ASUS O.C. Profile
	—	ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
	—	ASUS EZ Flash 2
	—	Multi-language BIOS
Rear Panel I/O Ports	1 x DisplayPort
	1 x HDMI port
	1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port
	1 x USB BIOS Flashback button
	2 x eSATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
	1 x LAN (RJ45) port
	4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback)
	4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
	8-channel Audio I/O ports
Internal I/O connectors	1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports
	(moss green)
	2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
	8 x SATA6.0 Gb/s connectors (6 x brown; 2 x beige)
	1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector (black) supports both 3-pin (DC
	mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control
	1 x 4-pin CPU Optional Fan connector (CPU_OPT; black)
	4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors (black)
	2 x 3-pin Assistant Fan connectors (white)
	3 x Thermal Sensor connectors (T_Sensor)
	1 x TPM connector
	1 x S/PDIF out header
	1 x DirectKey button
	1 x DRCT (DirectKey) connector
	1 x MemOK! button
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SABERTOOTH Z87 specifications summary

Internal I/O connectors	1 x Clear CMOS jumper
	Front panel audio connector (AAFP)
	System panel (Q-Connector)
	24-pin EATX Power connector
	8-pin EATX 12V Power connector
BIOS features	64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM
	BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS
	CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log,
	F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut functions, and ASUS DRAM
	SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information
Manageability	WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE
Support DVD contents	Drivers
	ASUS Utilities
	EZ Update
	Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor	ATX form factor: 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items

	Manual
	User
ASUS SABERTOOTH Z87	Technical documentations,	Support DVD
motherboard	certification and warranty card

4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables

1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector

1 x ASUS Q-Shield

1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit

2 x 35mm Assistant fans

2 x short fan screws

4 x long fan screws

3 x PCIe x16 slot covers	2 x DRAM slot covers	Rear I/O dust filter
3 x PCIe x1 slot covers

1 x 40mm I/O assistant fan lid	1 x Connector cap set	3 x Thermistor cables
(LAN cap, HDMI cap, DVI cap, DP
	cap, Front USB 3.0 cap)
		M
		3

7 x SATA connector caps

2 x eSATA connector caps

8 x Back I/O USB 3.0/2.0 connector caps

2 x Onboard USB 2.0 connector caps

6 x Audio connector caps

1 x Adhesive foam for 35mm assistant fan

•If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

•The illustrated items above are for reference only.Actual product specifications may vary with different models.

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Installation tools and components

1 bag of screws

Philips (cross) screwdriver

PC chassis

Power supply unit

Intel® LGA1150 CPU

Intel® LGA1150 compatible CPU Fan

DIMM	SATA hard disk drive

SATA optical disc drive (optional)

Graphics card (optional)

The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

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Product introduction

1.1Special features

1.1.1Product highlights

LGA1150 socket for 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors

This motherboard supports 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots.

Intel® Z87 Express Chipset

Intel® Z87 Express Chipset is a single chipset that supports the LGA1150 socket for 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors. It utilizes the serial point-to-point links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system’s performance. It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to ten times faster transfer rate than USB 2.0 and enables the iGPU function for Intel® integrated graphics performance.

PCI Express® 3.0

PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the PCI Express bus standard that provides twice the performance and speed of PCIe 2.0. It provides an optimal graphics performance, unprecedented data speed and seamless transition with its complete backward compatibility to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices.

Dual-Channel DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz Support

The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1033 MHz to boost the system’s performance, and to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of 3D graphics, multimedia and Internet applications.

Quad-GPU SLI and Quad GPU CrossFireX™ Support

This motherboard features the most powerful Intel® Z87 platform that optimizes PCIe allocation in multi-GPU SLI and CrossFireX™ solution, giving you a brand-new gaming enjoyment.

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Intel® Smart Response Technology

Intel® Smart Response Technology, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD (requires 18.6 GB available space) as a cache for frequently accessed data or applications. It combines SSD performance and hard drive capacity, operating up to six times faster than a hard-drive-only system to boost the system’s overall performance.

*4th Generation Intel® Core™ processors family support Intel® Smart Response Technology.

**An operating system must be installed on the HDD to launch Intel® Smart Response Technology.

***The SSD is reserved for caching function.

Intel® Smart Connect Technology

Your computer can receive fresh updates for selected applications, even when the system is in sleep mode. This means less time waiting for applications to update and sync with the cloud, leading to a more efficient computing experience.

Intel® Rapid Start Technology

Intel® Rapid Start Technology allows your computer to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in seconds. Saving your system memory to the designated SSD, it provides your computer a faster wake-up response time, while still keeping the energy use low.

Complete USB 3.0 integration

This motherboard offers you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panels, allowing you to experience the convenience of the latest plug and play connectivity solution of speed up to ten times faster than USB 2.0.

Extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s Support

The Intel® Z87 Express Chipset natively supports the next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) interface, delivering up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus systems.

1.1.2“Ultimate COOL” Thermal Solutions

Thermal Armor with flow valve

ThermalArmor features the exclusive flow gate mechanism that allows you to open or close the Thermal Armor via a button. When the gate is open, it provides an excellent thermal solution for the CPU. When the gate is closed, it focuses air on heatpipes for better heat removal, especially useful for liquid cooling.

Thermal Radar 2

Thermal Radar 2 uses sensors to control motherboard temperatures, automatically adjusting fan speeds for better system stability and power efficiency. It also provides customizable fan management that displays real-time motherboard, CPU and VGAzone cooling status, and promotes extended system longevity, power saving solution, and noise reduction.

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1.1.3“TUF Engine” Power Design

Digital Power Control

ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM, DRAM, and CPU Voltage controllers. These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for optimal system efficiency, stability and performance.

TUF Components (Choke, Cap. & MOSFET; certified by military-standard)

The motherboard’s TUF components features military-standard robust TUF chokes, titanium solid state capacitors, and MOSFETS. These TUF components support up to a massive 40A rated current, eliminates buzzing noise and vibration, and delivers better performance, and durability during the most extreme usage.

1.1.4“Safe & Stable!” Guardian Angel

TUF Fortifier

The metal base TUF Fortifier strengthens the base of the motherboard and secures the

Thermal Armor and the motherboard in place. It reinforces the motherboard’s PCB to support the Thermal Armor, CPU, VGA card, additional expansion cards, and other peripherals. It also makes the motherboard easier to handle and helps protect your hands.

Dust Defender

Dust Defender provides rear I/O filter and special shields that help reduce dust build-up on critical points within slots and connectors, minimizing any harm to the components’ optimal functions, data transfer efficiency, and system performance.

ESD Guards

ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Guards provides protection against electrostatic discharges, which can damage the motherboard’s components. The ASUS exclusive Anti-Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard’s lifespan.

MemOK!

MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system’s bootup.

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1.1.5ASUS EZ DIY

ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode)

ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more flexibility, convenience, and easy to navigate UEFI BIOS than the traditional BIOS versions. It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than 2.2 TB.

ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features:

•New My Favorites function allows you to quickly access the frequently used items

•New Quick Note function allows you to take notes in the BIOS environment

•New Last Modified log allows you to view all your modified settings

•F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey

•F3 Shortcut for most accessed information

•ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations.

ASUS Q-Design

ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. All of Q-Slot and Q-Shield design speed up and simplify the DIY process.

ASUS Q-shield

ASUS Q-Shield’s special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your motherboard. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against EMI (Electronic Magnetic Interference).

ASUS Q-connector

ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to one module, eliminating the hassle of plugging one cable at a time and making the connection quick and accurate.

DirectKey

DirectKey allows you to conveniently go into the BIOS setup with the press of a button. With this feature, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Del> key during POST. It also allows you to shut down or turn on your computer and directly enter the BIOS during boot-up.

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1.1.6ASUS Exclusive Features

Remote GO!

ASUS Remote GO! leads the way to a more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS

Remote GO!, you can wirelessly stream media files to DLNAdevices, remotely control and access your computer using your smart device and easily transfer files between your computer and smart device.

Conveniently use and enjoy these ASUS Remote GO! functions:

•Cloud GO!: Allows you to control files and sync them all across cloud services in a few clicks.

•DLNA Media Hub: Provides support to the latest DLNA standard and allows you to stream media files to a DLNA-supported device.

•Remote Desktop: Allows you to view your computer’s desktop and remotely operate your computer in real-time from your smart device.

•File Transfer:Allows you to transfer files between your computer and smart device.

USB 3.0 Boost

ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI

Protocol), significantly increases a USB device’s transfer speed up to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. It automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction.

USB Charger+

With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your smart devices such as smartphones, tablets and more, all up to three times faster, even when the system is powered off, in sleep or hibernation mode.

USB BIOS Flashback

USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your ultimate convenience.

Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. It also allows you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically.

Network iControl

Network iControl is an intuitive one-step network control center that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor and schedule the bandwidth priorities for your network programs.

AI Suite 3

With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple-to-use software package. It allows you to supervise fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers diverse and ease to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities.

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1.1.7Other special features

DisplayPort Support

DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that delivers up to 10.8 Gbps of bandwidth over standard cables, providing billions of colors and bi-directional communications, thus enabling the fastest refresh rates, and the highest resolution digital display through a single cable. Also, it supports HDCP copy protection for Blu-ray discs. Simply output 3D signals through the connected DisplayPort cable with your 3D display, then you can sit back and enjoy a perfect 3D animation experience.

HDMI Support

High Definition Multimedia Surface (HDMI) is a set of digital video standards that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video up to 4K/2K resolution visuals through a single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with the highest quality home theater experience.

ErP Ready

The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line withASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

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1.2Motherboard overview

1.2.1Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.

•Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

•Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.

•Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.

•Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

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1.2.2Motherboard layout

Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.

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Layout contents

Connectors/Jumpers/Slots	Page
1.	ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)	1-32
2.	CPU, optional, chassis, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,	1-30
	4-pin CPU_OPT, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4, 3-pin ASST_FAN1-2 )
3.	LGA1150 CPU socket	1-10
4.	DDR3 DIMM slots	1-11
5.	MemOK! button	1-22
6.	USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)	1-27
7.	Intel® Z87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [brown])	1-26
8.	ASMedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12 [beige])	1-27
9.	DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT)	1-34
10.	System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)	1-33
11.	DirectKey button	1-23
12.	Thermal sensor connectors (T_SENSOR1, T_SENSOR2, T_SENSOR3)	1-31
13.	USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314)	1-29
14.	TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)	1-34
15.	Standby Power LED	1-25
16.	Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)	1-24
17.	Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)	1-28
18.	Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)	1-31

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1.2.3Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors.

• Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.

•Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket.

•Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.

•Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise

Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the

LGA1150 socket.

•The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

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1.2.4System memory

The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.

A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.

Recommended memory configurations

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Memory configurations

You may install 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

• You may install varying memory sizes in ChannelAand Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration.Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.

•According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU.

•Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

•Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following:

a)Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS.

b)Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard.

c)For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft. com/kb/929605/en-us.

•This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB).

• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked

or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment.

•For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.

•Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133MHz and their corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is not the JEDEC memory standard.

The stability and compatibility of the memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and other installed devices.

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SABERTOOTH Z87 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3 2666 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/DS	Chip	Chip	Timing	Voltage	DIMM socket
				Brand	NO.			support
								(Optional)
								2	4
G.SKILL	F3-2666CL10Q-16GBZHD(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-27	1.65	•	•
GEIL	GOC332GB2666C11QC(XMP)	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•	•

DDR3 2500 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/DS	Chip	Chip	Timing	Voltage	DIMM socket
				Brand	NO.			support
								(Optional)
								2	4
G.SKILL	F3-20000CL10Q-16GBZHD(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	10-11-11-31	1.65	•	•

DDR3 2400 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/DS	Chip	Chip	Timing	Voltage	DIMM socket
				Brand	NO.			support
								(Optional)
								2	4
A-DATA	AX3U2400GC4G10(XMP)	4GB	DS	—	—	10-12-12-31	1.65	•	•
Apacer	78.BAGFL.AFD0C(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	11-12-12-30	—	•	•
Apacer	783BAGF3.AFD0C(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	11-11-11-30	—	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ16GX3M2A2400C10	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	10-12-12-31	1.65	•	•
	(Ver4.21)
CORSAIR	CMZ16GX3M4A2400C9R	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	2400 9-11-11-31	1.65	•	•
	(Ver4.13)(XMP)
G.SKILL	F3-19200CL10Q-	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	10-12-12-31	1.65	•	•
	32GBZHD(XMP)
G.SKILL	F3-19200CL11Q-	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	11-11-11-31	1.65	•	•
	16GBZHD(XMP)
G.SKILL	F3-19200CL11Q-	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	11-11-11-31	1.65	•	•
	16GBZHD(XMP)
G.SKILL	F3-19200CL9D-	4G (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-28	1.65	•
	4GBPIS(XMP)
G.SKILL	F3-19200CL9Q-	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-11-31	1.65	•	•
	16GBZMD(XMP)
GEIL	GET34GB2400C9DC(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-27	1.65	•	•
GEIL	GOC316GB2400C10	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	10-11-11-30	1.65	•	•
	QC(XMP)
GEIL	GOC316GB2400C11	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	11-11-11-30	1.65	•	•
	QC(XMP)
Kingston	KHX2400C11D3K4/	8GB (4x2GB)	SS	—	—	11-13-11-30	1.65	•	•
	8GX(XMP)
KINGSTON	KHX24C11K4/16X(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	11-13-13-30	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX24C11T2K2/8X(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	—	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX24C11T3K4/32X(XMP)	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•
Patriot	PVV34G2400C9K(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-27	1.66	•
Patriot	PXD38G2400C11K(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	11-11-11-30	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PXD38G2400C11K(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	2400 11-11-11-30	1.65	•	•
Team	TXD38G2400HC	8GB	DS	—	—	10-12-12-31	1.65	•	•
	10QBK(XMP)

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DDR3 2200 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/DS	Chip	Chip	Timing	Voltage	DIMM socket
				Brand	NO.			support
								(Optional)
								2	4
G.SKILL	F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP)	4G (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	7-10-10-28	1.65	•	•
GEIL	GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-28	1.65	•	•
GEIL	GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-28	1.65	•	•

DDR3 2133 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/DS	Chip	Chip	Timing	Voltage	DIMM socket
				Brand	NO.			support
								(Optional)
								2	4
A-DATA	AX3U2133XC4G10(XMP)	4GB	DS	—	—	10-11-11-30	1.65	•	•
A-DATA	AX3U2133XW8G10(XMP)	8GB	DS	—	—	10-11-11-30	1.65	•	•
Apacer	78.BAGE4.AFD0C(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	—	•	•
Apacer	AHU04GFB33CAQ3R(XMP)	4GB	DS	—	—	11-13-13-31	—	•	•
CORSAIR	CMD8GX3M2A2133C9 (Ver1.5)(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-10-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(Ver7.1)(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-17000CL11Q2-64GBZLD(XMP)	64GB (8x8GB)	DS	—	—	11-11-11-30	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-17000CL9Q-16GBXLD(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-28	1.65	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-17000CL9Q-16GBZH(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-10-28	1.65	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-17066CL9D-8GBPID(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-17066CL9Q-16GBTDD(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•
G.SKILL	F3-2133C11Q-32GZL(XMP)	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	11-11-11-31	1.5	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX2133C11D3K4/16GX(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	11-12-11-30	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX2133C11D3T1K2/16GX(XMP)	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.6	•
KINGSTON	KHX21C11T3FK8/64X(XMP)	64GB (8x8GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•
OCZ	OCZ3XTEP2133C9LV4GK	2GB	DS	—	—	7-7-7-20	1.65	•
Patriot	PV316G213C1K(XMP)	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	11-11-11-30	1.5	•	•
Patriot	PVV34G2133C9K(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-27	1.66	•	•
Patriot	PXD38G2133C11K(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PXD38G2133C11K(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	2133 11-11-11-27	1.5	•	•
Team	TLD38G2133HC11ABK(XMP)	8GB	DS	—	—	11-11-11-31	1.65	•	•
Team	TXD34096M2133HC11A-V(XMP)	4GB	DS	—	—	11-11-11-31	1.65	•	•

DDR3 2000 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/	Chip	Chip NO.	Timing	Voltage	DIMM
			DS	Brand				socket
								support
								(Optional)
								2	4
AEXEA	AXA3ES2G2000LG28V(XMP)	2GB	DS	—	—	—	1.65	•	•
AEXEA	AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	—	1.65	•	•
Apacer	78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-27	—	•	•
Asint	SLA302G08-ML2HB(XMP)	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83BFRH9C	9-9-9-27	—	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-16000CL9D-4GBRH(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•
GEIL	GUP34GB2000C9DC(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-28	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PV736G2000ELK(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	—	—	7-7-7-20	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PX7312G2000ELK(XMP)	12GB (3x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-27	1.65	•	•
Silicon Power	SP002GBLYU200S02(XMP)	2GB	DS	—	—	—	—	•	•
Team	TXD32048M2000C9(XMP)	2GB	DS	Team	T3D1288RT-20	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
Team	TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP)	2GB	DS	Team	T3D1288LT-20	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
Team	TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP)	2GB	DS	Team	T3D1288RT-20	9-9-9-24	1.6	•	•

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DDR3 1866 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/	Chip	Chip	Timing	Voltage	DIMM
			DS	Brand	NO.			socket
								support
								(Optional)
								2	4
CORSAIR	CMD16GX3M2A1866C9 (Ver5.29)(XMP)	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	1866 9-9-9-27	1.5	•
CORSAIR	CMD16GX3M4A1866C9 (Ver4.13)(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMD16GX3M4A1866C9 (Ver8.16)(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMD8GX3M2A1866C9 (Ver4.13)(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	—	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMD8GX3M2A1866C9 (Ver5.12)(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•
CORSAIR	CMD8GX3M2A1866C9 (Ver8.16)(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•
CORSAIR	CMT32GX3M4X1866C9(Ver3.23)(XMP)	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ16GX3M4X1866C9R (Ver8.16)(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ16GX3M4X1866C9R(Ver 8.16)(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ32GX3M4X1866C10 (Ver3.23)(XMP)	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	10-11-10-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ32GX3M4X1866C10(Ver3.23)(XMP)	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	10-11-10-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9 (Ver8.16)(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-27	1.5	•
CORSAIR	CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9G (Ver5.12)(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	1866 9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
Crucial	BLE4G3D1869DE1XT0.16FMD(XMP)	4GB	DS	—	—	9-9-9-27	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-14900CL10Q2-64GBZLD(XMP)	64GB (8x8GB)	DS	—	—	10-11-10-30	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-14900CL9D-8GBSR(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-28	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-14900CL9Q-16GBXL(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-28	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-14900CL9Q-16GBZL(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-28	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-14900CL9Q-8GBFLD(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.6	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-1866C9Q-32GXM(XMP)	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	9-10-9-28	1.5	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1866C9D3K2/8GX(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	—	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PXD34G1866ELK(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	SS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PXD38G1866ELK(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-27	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PXD38G1866ELK(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-11-9-27	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PXD38G1866ELK(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	1866 9-10-9-27	1.5	•	•
Team	TLD34G1866HC9KBK(XMP)	4GB	DS	—	—	9-11-9-27	1.5	•	•
Team	TLD38G1866HC10SBK(XMP)	8GB	DS	—	—	10-11-10-30	1.5	•	•

DDR3 1800 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/DS	Chip	Chip	Timing	Voltage	DIMM socket
				Brand	NO.			support (Optional)
								2	4
G.SKILL	F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.6	•	•

DDR3 1600 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/	Chip	Chip NO.	Timing	Voltage	DIMM socket
			DS	Brand				support (Optional)
								2	4
A-DATA	AD3U1600C2G11	2GB	SS	MICRON	D9PFJ	11-11-11-28 —	•	•
A-DATA	AD3U1600C4G11	4GB	DS	MICRON	D9PFJ	11-11-11-28 —	•	•
A-DATA	AD3U1600W4G11	4GB	SS	A-DATA	3WCD-1211A	11-11-11-28 —	•	•
A-DATA	AD3U1600W8G11	8GB	DS	A-DATA	3WCD-1211A	11-11-11-28	—	•	•
AMD	AE32G1609U1-U	2GB	SS	AMD	23EY4587MB6H	—	1.5	•	•
AMD	AE34G1609U2-U	4GB	DS	AMD	23EY4587MB6H	—	1.5	•	•
AMD	AP38G1608U2K(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-28	1.65	•	•
Apacer	78.B1GE3.9L10C	4GB	DS	Apacer	AM5D5908DEQSCK	—	1.65	•	•
Apacer	78.B1GET.9K00C	4GB	SS	Apacer	AM5D6008BQQSCK	11-11-11-28 —	•	•
Apacer	78.C1GET.9K10C	8GB	DS	Apacer	AM5D6008BQQSCK	11-11-11-31	—	•	•
Apacer	AHU04GFA60C9Q1D(XMP)	4GB	DS	—	—	9-9-9-27	1.65	•	•
Apacer	AHU04GFA60C9Q3R(XMP)	4GB	DS	—	—	11-11-11-28	—	•	•
Apacer	AHU08GFA60CBT3R(XMP)	8GB	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	—	•	•
Asint	SLA302G08-EGG1C(XMP)	4GB	DS	Asint	302G08-GG1C	9-9-9-27	—	•	•

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DDR3 1600 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/	Chip Brand	Chip NO.	Timing	Voltage	DIMM
			DS					socket
								support
								(Optional)
								2	4
Asint	SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP)	4GB	DS	Asint	302G08-GJ1C	9-9-9-27	—	•	•
Asint	SLA302G08-EGN1C	4GB	DS	ASint	302G08-GN1C	—	—	•	•
Asint	SLB304G08-EGN1B	8GB	DS	ASint	304G08-GN1B	—	—	•	•
Asint	SLZ302G08-EGN1C	2GB	SS	ASint	302G08-GN1C	—	—	•	•
Asint	SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP)	2GB	DS	Asint	3128M8-GJ1D	—	—	•	•
ATP	AQ12M64B8BKK0S	4GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B2G08460	—	NO	•	•
CORSAIR	CMD16GX3M2A1600C9	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•
	(Ver8.21)(XMP)
CORSAIR	CMD8GX3M2A1600C8	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	1600 8-8-8-24	1.5	•	•
	(Ver5.12)(XMP)
CORSAIR	CMD8GX3M2A1600C9	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
	(Ver2.12)(XMP)
CORSAIR	CMG4GX3M2A1600C6	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	6-6-6-18	1.65	•	•
CORSAIR	CML16GX3M4X1600C8(Ver	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	Heat-Sink	1.5	•	•
	2.12)(XMP)					Package
CORSAIR	CMP6GX3M3A1600C8(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	—	—	8-8-8-24	1.65	•	•
CORSAIR	CMP6GX3M3A1600C8(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	—	—	8-8-8-24	1.65	•	•
CORSAIR	CMX6GX3M3C1600C7(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	—	—	7-8-7-20	1.65	•	•
CORSAIR	CMX8GX3M2A1600C9	8GB (2x4GB)	SS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•	•
	(Ver3.19)(XMP)
CORSAIR	CMZ16GX3M2A1600C10	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	10-10-10-27	1.5	•	•
	(Ver.3.24)(XMP)
CORSAIR	CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ32GX3M4X1600C10	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	10-10-10-27	1.5	•	•
	(Ver2.2)(XMP)
CORSAIR	CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	8-8-8-24	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	CMZ8GX3M4X1600C9(Ver	8GB (4x2GB)	SS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
	2.12)(XMP)
CORSAIR	HX3X12G1600C9(XMP)	12GB (6x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.6	•	•
Crucial	BL12864BN1608.8FF(XMP)	2GB (2x1GB)	SS	—	—	8-8-8-24	1.65	•	•
Crucial	BLT4G3D1608DT1TX0.16F	4GB	DS	—	—	8-8-8-24	1.5	•	•
	M(XMP)
EK Memory	EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9	—	•	•
EK Memory	EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9	—	•	•
Elixir	M2X2G64CB88G7N-DG(XMP)	2GB	SS	Elixir	N2CB2G80GN-	9-9-9-28	—	•	•
					DG
Elixir	M2X4G64CB8HG5N-DG(XMP)	4GB	DS	Elixir	N2CB2G80GN-	9-9-9-28	—	•	•
					DG
Elixir	M2X8G64CB8HB5N-DG(XMP)	8GB	DS	Elixir	N2CB4G80BN-	9-9-9-28	1.5	•	•
					DG
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL7D-8GBRH(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	7-8-7-24	1.6	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL7Q-16GBXH(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	7-8-7-24	1.6	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL8D-8GBECO(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	8-8-8-24	1.35	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL9D-8GBSR2(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.25	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL9Q-16GBXL(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
G.Skill	F3-12800CL9Q-16GBZL(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-1600C9Q-32GXM(XMP)	32GB (4x8GB)	DS	—	—	—	1.5	•	•
GEIL	GET316GB1600C9QC(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-28	1.6	•	•
GEIL	GUP34GB1600C7DC(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	7-7-7-24	1.6	•	•
GoodRam	GR1600D364L9/2G	2GB	DS	GoodRam	GF1008KC-JN	—	—	•	•
KINGMAX	FLGE85F-C8KL9A(XMP)	2GB	SS	KINGMAX	N/A	9-9-9-28	—	•	•
KINGMAX	FLGF65F-C8KL9A(XMP)	4GB	DS	KINGMAX	N/A	9-9-9-28	—	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP)	12GB (3x4GB)	DS	—	—	—	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP)	12GB (3x4GB)	DS	—	—	9	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	—	—	9	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	—	—	9	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K4/16GX(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K6/24GX(XMP)	24GB (6x4GB)	DS	—	—	9	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3K8/32GX(XMP)	32GB (8x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-27	1.65	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3LK2/8GX(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.35	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX1600C9D3P1K2/8G	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9	1.5	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX16C10B1K2/16X(XMP)	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	—	1.5	•	•
KINGSTON	KHX16C9K2/16	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	1333-9-9-	1.5	•	•
						9-24
KINGSTON	KHX16C9P1K2/16	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	—	1.5	•	•

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DDR3 1600 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/	Chip Brand	Chip NO.	Timing	Voltage	DIMM
			DS					socket
								support
								(Optional)
								2	4
KINGSTON	KVR16N11/4	4G	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83CFRPBC	—	1.5	•	•
KINGTIGER	KTG2G1600PG3(XMP)	2GB	DS	—	—	—	—	•	•
MICRON	MT16JTF1G64AZ-1G6D1	8GB	DS	MICRON	D9PBC	—	1.5	•	•
MICRON	MT16KTF51264AZ-1G6M1	4GB	DS	MICRON	D9PFJ	—	—	•	•
MICRON	MT8KTF25664AZ-1G6M1	2GB	SS	MICRON	D9PFJ	—	—	•	•
Mushkin	996805(XMP)	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	6-8-6-24	1.65	•	•
Mushkin	998805(XMP)	6GB (3x2GB)	DS	—	—	6-8-6-24	1.65	•	•
OCZ	OCZ3BE1600C8LV4GK	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	8-8-8	1.65	•
Patriot	PGD316G1600ELK(XMP)	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	—	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PGD316G1600ELK(XMP)	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
Patriot	PGD38G1600ELK(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PGD38G1600ELK(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•
Patriot	PGS34G1600LLKA	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	7-7-7-20	1.7	•	•
Patriot	PGS34G1600LLKA2	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	8-8-8-24	1.7	•	•
Patriot	PV316G160C9QKRD(XMP)	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
Patriot	PV38G160C9KRD(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
Patriot	PVV38G1600LLK(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	8-9-8-24	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PX7312G1600LLK(XMP)	12GB (3x4GB)	DS	—	—	8-9-8-24	1.65	•	•
Patriot	PXD38G1600LLK(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	1600 8-9-8-24	1.65	•	•
PSC	AL9F8L93B-GN2E	4GB	SS	PSC	A3P4GF3BLF	—	—	•	•
PSC	ALAF8L93B-GN2E	8GB	DS	PSC	A3P4GF3BLF	—	—	•	•
SanMax	SMD-4G68HP-16KZ	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83BFRPBC	—	1.5	•	•
SanMax	SMD-4G68NG-16KK	4GB	DS	ELPIDA	J2108BDBG-GN-F	—	—	•	•
Silicon	SP002GBLTU160V02(XMP)	2GB	SS	S-POWER	20YT5NG	9-11-11-28	1.5	•	•
Power
Silicon	SP004GBLTU160V02(XMP)	4GB	DS	S-POWER	20YT5NG	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
Power
Team	TXD34096M1600HC9-D(XMP)	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TC2G83BFRH9A	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
Transcend	JM1600KLH-8G(626633)	8GB	DS	Transcend	TK963EBF3	—	—	•	•
Transcend	TS1GLK64V6H(620945)	8GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B4G0846B	—	—	•	•

DDR3 1333 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/	Chip Brand	Chip NO.	Timing	Voltage	DIMM
			DS					socket
								support
								(Optional)
								2	4
ACTICA	ACT1GHU64B8F1333S	1GB	SS	SAMSUNG	K4B1G0846F	—	—	•	•
ACTICA	ACT1GHU72C8G1333S	1GB	SS	SAMSUNG	K4B1G0846F(ECC)	—	—	•	•
ACTICA	ACT2GHU64B8G1333M	2GB	DS	Micron	D9KPT	—	—	•	•
ACTICA	ACT2GHU72D8G1333M	2GB	DS	Micron	D9KPT(ECC)	—	—	•	•
ACTICA	ACT2GHU72D8G1333S	2GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B1G0846F(ECC)	—	—	•	•
ACTICA	ACT4GHU64B8H1333H	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83AFR	—	—	•	•
ACTICA	ACT4GHU72D8H1333H	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83AFR(ECC)	—	—	•	•
AMD	AE32G1339U1-U	2GB	SS	AMD	23EY4587MB3H	—	1.5	•	•
AMD	AE34G1339U2-U	4GB	DS	AMD	23EY4587MB3H	—	1.5	•	•
Apacer	78.A1GC6.9L1	2GB	DS	Apacer	AM5D5808FEQSBG	9	—	•	•
Apacer	78.B1GDE.9L10C	4GB	DS	Apacer	AM5D5908CEHSBG	9	—	•	•
Asint	SLA302G08-EDJ1C	2GB	SS	ASint	302G08-DJ1C	—	—	•	•
Asint	SLZ302G08-EDJ1C	4GB	DS	ASint	302G08-DJ1C	—	—	•	•
ATP	AQ12M72E8BKH9S	4GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B2G0846C(ECC)	—	—	•	•
BUFFALO	D3U1333-1G	1GB	SS	Elpida	J1108BFBG-DJ-F	—	—	•	•
BUFFALO	D3U1333-2G	2GB	DS	Elpida	J1108BFBG-DJ-F		—	•	•
BUFFALO	D3U1333-4G	4GB	DS	NANYA	NT5CB256M8BN-CG		—	•	•
CORSAIR	CMV4GX3M2A1333C9	4GB (2x2GB)	SS	—	N/A	9-9-9-24	—	•	•
CORSAIR	CMV8GX3M2A1333C9	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	N/A	9-9-9-24	—	•	•
CORSAIR	CMX8GX3M1A1333C9 (Ver2.2)	8GB	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•
CORSAIR	CMX8GX3M1A1333C9 (Ver3.23)	8GB	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•
CORSAIR	CMX8GX3M2A1333C9(XMP)	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
CORSAIR	TW3X4G1333C9A	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•

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DDR3 1333 MHz capability

Vendors	Part No.	Size	SS/DS	Chip Brand	Chip NO.	Timing	Voltage	DIMM
								socket
								support
								(Optional)
								2	4
EK Memory	EKM324L28BP8-I13	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9	—	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-10600CL9D-4GBNT	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	G.SKILL	D3 128M8CE9 2GB	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
G.SKILL	F3-10666CL9D-8GBXL	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
GEIL	GB34GB1333C7DC	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	GEIL	GL1L128M88BA15FW	7-7-7-24	1.5	•	•
GEIL	GET316GB1333C9QC	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
GEIL	GG34GB1333C9DC	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	GEIL	GL1L128M88BA115FW	9-9-9-24	1.3	•	•
GEIL	GG34GB1333C9DC	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	GEIL	GL1L128M88BA15B	9-9-9-24	1.3	•	•
GEIL	GVP34GB1333C9DC	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
GEIL	GVP38GB1333C9DC	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
GoodRam	GR1333D364L9/2G	2GB	DS	Qimonda	IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H	—	—	•	•
Hynix	HMT125U6TFR8A-H9	2GB	DS	Hynix	H5TC1G83TFR	—	—	•	•
INNODISK	M3UN-2GHJBC09	2GB	SS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83CFRH9C	9-9-9-24	—	•	•
INNODISK	M3UN-4GHJAC09	4GB	DS	Hynix	H5TQ2G83CFRH9C	9-9-9-24	—	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFE85F-B8KL9	2GB	DS	KINGMAX	KFB8FNLXL-BNF-15A	—	—	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFE85F-C8KL9	2GB	SS	KINGMAX	KFC8FNLBF-GXX-12A	—	—	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFE85F-C8KL9	2GB	SS	KINGMAX	KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A	—	—	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFE85F-C8KM9	2GB	SS	Kingmax	KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A	—	—	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFF65F-C8KL9	4GB	DS	KINGMAX	KFC8FNLBF-GXX-12A	—	—	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFF65F-C8KL9	4GB	DS	KINGMAX	KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A	—	—	•	•
KINGMAX	FLFF65F-C8KM9	4GB	DS	Kingmax	KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A	—	—	•	•
KINGSTON	KVR1333D3E9S/4G	4GB	DS	Elpida	J2108ECSE-DJ-F	9	1.5	•
KINGSTON	KVR1333D3N9H/4G	4GB	DS	ELPIDA	J2108BDBG-GN-F	—	1.5	•	•
KINGSTON	KVR1333D3N9H/8G	8GB	DS	ELPIDA	J4208EASE-DJ-F	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
KINGSTON	KVR13N9S8H/4	4GB	SS	ELPIDA	J4208BBBG-GN-F	—	1.5	•	•
KINGTIGER	F10DA2T1680	2GB	DS	KINGTIGER	KTG1333PS1208NST-	—	—	•	•
					C9
KINGTIGER	KTG2G1333PG3	2GB	DS	—	—	—	—	•	•
Mach Xtreme	MXD3U133316GQ	16GB (4x4GB)	DS	—	—	—	—	•	•
Mach Xtreme	MXD3V23332GS	2GB	SS	Mach Xtreme	C2S46D30-D313	—	—	•	•
MICRON	MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4M1	2GB	SS	MICRON	D9PFJ	—	—	•	•
OCZ	OCZ3G1333LV4GK	4GB (2x2GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9	1.65	•
OCZ	OCZ3G1333LV8GK	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9	1.65	•
OCZ	OCZ3G1333LV8GK	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9	1.65	•
OCZ	OCZ3RPR1333C9LV8GK	8GB (2x4GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9	1.65	•
Patriot	PG38G1333EL(XMP)	8GB	DS	—	—	—	1.5	•	•
Patriot	PGD316G1333ELK(XMP)	16GB (2x8GB)	DS	—	—	9-9-9-24	1.5	•	•
Patriot	PSD32G13332	2GB	DS	Prtriot	PM128M8D3BU-15	9	—	•	•
RiDATA	C304627CB1AG22Fe	2GB	DS	RiDATA	C304627CB1AG22Fe	9	—	•	•
RiDATA	E304459CB1AG32Cf	4GB	DS	RiDATA	E304459CB1AG32Cf	9	—	•	•
SAMSUNG	M378B5273CH0-CH9	4GB	DS	SAMSUNG	K4B2G0846C	—	—	•	•
Silicon Power	SP001GBLTE133S01	1GB	SS	NANYA	NT5CB128M8AN-CG	—	—	•	•
Silicon Power	SP001GBLTU133S02	1GB	SS	S-POWER	10YT3E5	9	—	•	•
Silicon Power	SP002GBLTU133V02	2GB	SS	S-POWER	20YT3NG	9-9-9-24	—	•	•
Silicon Power	SP004GBLTU133V02	4GB	DS	S-POWER	20YT3NG	9-9-9-24	—	•
Team	TED34096M1333HC9	4GB	DS	Team	T3D2568LT-13	—	—	•	•
Transcend	JM1333KLH-8G(623654)	8GB	DS	Transcend	TK963EBF3	—	—	•	•
Transcend	TS1GLK64V3H(620053)	8GB	DS	MICRON	D9QBJ	—	—	•	•

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Side(s): SS — Single-sided DS — Double-sided DIMM support:

(1)Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the module intoA2 slot.

(2)Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the dark brown slots or the beige slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for better compatibility.

(4)Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the dark brown slots and beige slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration.

• ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function.

• Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support.

•Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.

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1.2.5Expansion slots

Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

Slot No. Slot Description

1PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot

2PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot

3PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot

4PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot

5PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot

6PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot

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PCIe x16_3		PCI Express sharing mode

Configuration	PCIe x16_3	PCIe x1_1	PCIe x1_2	PCIe x1_3	eSATA 6Gb/s
x1 mode	x1	x1	x1	x1	Disabled

x4 mode	x4	Disabled	Disabled	Disabled	Disabled
eSATA mode	x1	N/A	x1	x1	Enabled

• We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode.

•Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.

IRQ assignments for this motherboard

	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H
PCIe x16_1	shared	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
PCIe x16_2	–	shared	–	–	–	–	–	–
PCIe x16_3	shared	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
PCIe x1_1	shared	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
PCIe x1_2	–	shared	–	–	–	–	–	–
PCIe x1_3	–	–	shared	–	–	–	–	–
SMBUS Controller	–	–	shared	–	–	–	–	–
Intel® SATA Controller	–	–	–	shared	–	–	–	–
Intel® LAN	–	–	–	–	shared	–	–	–
USB 2.0 (mid-board)	shared	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
USB 2.0 (rear I/O)	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	shared
USB 3.0	–	–	–	–	–	shared	–	–
ASM1061 SATA	–	–	shared	–	–	–	–	–
Controller (rear I/O)

ASM1061 SATA	–	–	shared	–	–	–	–	–
Controller (mid-board)

HD Audio	–	–	–	–	–	–	shared	–

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1.2.6Onboard buttons

Onboard buttons allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or opencase system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance.

1.MemOK! button

Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously. Press and hold the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot.

•

Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED.

•

The DRAM_LED also lights up when the DIMM is not properly installed. Turn off the

system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! function.

•

The MemOK! button does not function under Windows® OS environment.

•

During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. It

takes about 30 seconds for the system to test one set of failsafe settings. If the test

fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. The blinking speed

of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes.

•

Due to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each

timing set is tested. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning

process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones

recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on

the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

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If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system

to boot and load the BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST

continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. To stop memory tuning, turn

off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 5–10 seconds.

•

If your system fails to boot up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! button

reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings.

•

We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the

ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function.

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2.DirectKey button

This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Delete> key during POST. It also allows you to turn on or turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during boot-up.

Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button.

•When the system is on and you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut down. Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly.

•Turn off your system using the power-on button to allow your system to go through POST (without entering the BIOS) when you reboot your system.

•Refer to section 3.8 Boot Menu for details about setting the DirectKey default function.

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1.2.7Jumpers

1.Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)

This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.

To erase the RTC RAM:

1.Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2.Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

3.Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

4.Hold down the <Delete> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.

Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

• If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery.

•You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.

•Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system.

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1.2.8Onboard LEDs

1.POST State LEDs

The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drive.s If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved.

2.Standby Power LED

The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.

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1.2.9Internal connectors

1.Intel® Z87 SerialATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [brown])

These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.

If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z87 chipset.

•These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details.

•Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD.

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2.ASMedia® Serial ATA6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12 [beige])

These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.

•ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode.

•These SATA ports are for data drives only.

3.USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)

This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of

USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for

USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with

USB 2.0.

•The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately.

•These connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7 or later Windows® OS.

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4.Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)

This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.

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5.USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; USB1314)

These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to

48 MBps connection speed.

DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!

You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, dark brown) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.

The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.

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6.CPU, optional, chassis, and assistant fan connectors

(4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4; 3-pinASST_FAN1-2)

Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

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•DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors!

•Ensure that the CPU FAN cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector.

•The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.

•The CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN and ASST_FAN connectors support the TUF Thermal Radar 2 feature.

•To fully use the fan control function, ensure that you connect only an assistant fan to the ASST_FAN connectors.

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7.Front panel audio connector (10-1 pinAAFP)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.

•We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.

•If you want to connect a high-definition or anAC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD] or [AC97].

8.Thermal Sensor connectors (2-pin T_SENSOR1; T_SENSOR2;T_SENSOR3)

These connectors are for the thermistor cables that monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard’s component to detect its temperature.

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9.ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)

These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.

For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies withATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W.

DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot.

We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability.

If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.

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10.System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

•System power LED (2-pin PLED)

This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

•Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)

This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD.

•System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER)

This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.

•ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW)

This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the operating system settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.

•Reset button (2-pin RESET)

This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power.

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11.TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)

This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data.ATPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.

12.DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT)

This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function. Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard.

Ensure that your chassis comes with the extra button cable that supports the DirectKey feature. Refer to the technical documentation that came with the chassis for details.

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Chapter 2: Basic installation

Basic installation	2
2.1	Building your PC system
2.1.1	Motherboard installation
	The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with
	models, but the installation steps are the same for all models.

1.Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel.

2.Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel.

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3.Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

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Motherboard SABERTOOTH Z87[…]
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ii First Edition April 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for […]
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iii Contents Safety information ………………………………………………………………………………………… vi About this guide ………………………………………………………………………………………….. vii SABERTOOTH Z87 specications summary ………………………………………..[…]
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iv 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections ……………………………………… 2-12 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ………………………………………………………… 2-12 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ……………………………………………………… 2-14 2.4 Starting up for the rst time ………………….[…]
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v 4.2.1 Running the support DVD ………………………………………………….. 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals ………………………………………….. 4-3 4.3 Software information ……………………………………………………………………… 4-4 4.3.1 AI Suite 3 …………………………….[…]
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vi Safety information Electrical safety T o prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power c[…]
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vii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the sw[…]
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viii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/W ARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORT ANT : Instr[…]
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ix SABERTOOTH Z87 specications summary CPU LGA1 150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel ® Core™i5/Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0* * The Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. Chipset Intel ® Z87 Exp[…]
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x Storage Intel ® Z87 Express Chipset — 6 x SA T A 6.0 Gb/s ports (brown) with RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 support — Supports Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology , Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology* 2 x ASMedia ® SA T A 6Gb/s controllers** — 2 x SA T A 6.0 Gb/s ports (beige) — 2 x eSA T A 6.0 Gb/s ports (red) * These f[…]
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xi (continued on the next page) SABERTOOTH Z87 specications summary Other Special Features — USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission — USB BIOS Flashback — USB Charger+ — Network iControl — ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface — AI Suite 3 — Remote GO! — ASUS Q-Connector — ASUS Q-Shield — ASUS Q-LED (CPU,[…]
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xii Internal I/O connectors 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Front panel audio connector (AAFP) System panel (Q-Connector) 24-pin EA TX Power connector 8-pin EA TX 12V Power connector BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP , DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Not[…]
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xiii User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH Z87 motherboard T echnical documentations, certication and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 2 x 35mm Assistant fans 2 x short fan screws 4 x long fan screws 3 x PCIe x16 slot covers 3 x PCIe x1 slot covers[…]
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xiv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel ® LGA1 150 CPU Intel ® LGA1 150 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SA T A hard disk drive SA T A optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1 150 socket for 4th generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel ® Core™ i5/Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors This motherboard supports 4th generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel ® Core™ i5/Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® […]
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1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Intel ® Smart Response T echnology Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD (requires 18.6 GB available space) as a cache for frequ[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-3 Chapter 1 1.1.3 “TUF Engine” Power Design Digital Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM, DRAM, and CPU V oltage controllers. These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for optimal system efciency , stability and performance. TUF Components ([…]
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1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the rst mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more exibility , convenience, and easy to navigate UEFI BIOS[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-5 Chapter 1 1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features Remote GO! ASUS Remote GO! leads the way to a more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS Remote GO!, you can wirelessly stream media les to DLNA devices, remotely control and access your computer using your smart device and easily transfer les between your computer and smart d[…]
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1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.1.7 Other special features DisplayPort Support DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that delivers up to 10.8 Gbps of bandwidth over standard cables, providing billions of colors and bi-directional communications, thus enabling the fastest refresh rates, and the highest resolution digita[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-7 Chapter 1 • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity . • Hold components by the edges to avoid t[…]
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1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1.2.2 Motherboard layout[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-9 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 1-32 2. CPU, optional, chassis, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CPU_OPT , 4-pin CHA_F AN1-4, 3-pin ASST_F AN1-2 ) 1-30 3. LGA1 150 CPU socket 1-10 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-1 1 5. MemOK! button 1[…]
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1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7 / Intel ® Core™ i5 / Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-1 1 Chapter 1 Recommended memory congurations 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.[…]
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1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • Y ou may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to Intel ® CPU spec, DIMM volt[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-13 Chapter 1 SABERTOOTH Z87 Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2666 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 G.SKILL F3-2666CL10Q-16GBZHD(XMP) 16GB (4x4GB) DS — — 9-1 1-9-27 1.65 • • GEIL GOC332GB2666C1 1QC(XMP) 32GB (4x8GB) DS — — 9-9[…]
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1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 2200 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4G (2x2GB) DS — — 7-10-10-28 1.65 • • GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) DS — — 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 8GB (2x4G[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-15 Chapter 1 DDR3 1866 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 CORSAIR CMD16GX3M2A1866C9 (V er5.29)(XMP) 16GB (2x8GB) DS — — 1866 9-9-9-27 1.5 • CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A1866C9 (V er4.13)(XMP) 16GB (4x4GB) DS — — 9-10-9-27 1.5 • • CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A1[…]
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1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued on the next page) V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 Asint SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP) 4GB DS Asint 302G08-GJ1C 9-9-9-27 — • • Asint SLA302G08-EGN1C 4GB DS ASint 302G08-GN1C — — • • Asint SLB304G08-EGN[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-17 Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 KINGSTON KVR16N1 1/4 4G DS Hynix H5TQ2G8 3CFRPBC — 1.5 • • KINGTIGER KTG2G1600PG3(XMP) 2GB DS — — — — • • MICRON MT16JTF1G64AZ-1G6D1 8GB DS MICRON D9PBC — 1.5 • • MICRON MT16KTF51264AZ-1G6M1 4GB DS MIC[…]
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1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I13 4GB (2x2GB) DS — — 9 — • • G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-4GBNT 4GB (2x2GB) DS G.SKILL D3 128M8CE9 2GB 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL 8GB (2x[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-19 Chapter 1 Side(s): SS — Single-sided DS — Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory conguration. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the dark brown slots or the beige slots as one pair of Dual-[…]
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1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot 5 PCIe 2.0 x1_[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-21 Chapter 1 • We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_F AN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIe x16_3 Conguration PCI Express sh[…]
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1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open- case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-23 Chapter 1 Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button. 2. DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. With DirectKey , you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Delete> key during POST . It also allows you to turn on or […]
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1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include sys[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-25 Chapter 1 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1. POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self T est): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drive.s If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. 2. Standby Power LED The mothe[…]
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1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® Z87 Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1-6 [brown]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial A T A hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 con?[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-27 Chapter 1 2. ASMedia ® Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_E12 [beige]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode. • These SA T A ports are for data drives only . 3. USB 3.0 connector […]
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1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-29 Chapter 1 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Y ou can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, dark brown) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The USB 2.0 modu[…]
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1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 6. CPU, optional, chassis, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT ; 4-pin CHA_F AN1-4; 3-pin ASST_F AN1-2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector . • DO NOT forget to conn[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-31 Chapter 1 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector . • We recommend that you connect a high-denition front[…]
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1-32 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12 V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W . • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EA TX12 V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot. • […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 1-33 Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector . The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power , and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin co[…]
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1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1 1. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a T rusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certicates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security , protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity . 12. DirectKey con[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-1 Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 2.1 Building your PC system 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Chapter 2: Basic ins[…]
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2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-3 Chapter 2 2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1 150 socket only . DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA155 and LGA1 156 socket on the LGA1 150 socket.[…]
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2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary . T o install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-5 Chapter 2 T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly[…]
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2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 T o remove a DIMM 2.1.4 DIMM installation[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-7 Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection OR OR[…]
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2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection OR OR[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector T o install ASUS Q-Connector IDE LED POWER SW RESET SW HDD LED- HDD LED+ PWR Reset Ground Ground USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.0 T o install USB 3.0 Connector[…]
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2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-1 1 Chapter 2 • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or use the CLR_CMOS jumper while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the steps again. • If the light ashes for ve seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the BIOS Flashback is not[…]
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2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port denitions. Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 7-10 6. External SA T A 6.0 Gb/s ports 2. USB 3.0 ports 5-6 7. DisplayPort 3. Optical S/PDIF Out port […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-13 Chapter 2 • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only . • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel ® 8 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are[…]
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2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-15 Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers[…]
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2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2.4 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet tha[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 2-17 Chapter 2 BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) No memory detected One continuous beep followed by three short beeps No VGA detected One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Hardware c[…]
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2-18 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-1 Chapter 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more exible and convenient mouse input. Y ou can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness[…]
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3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only , and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing a[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority . T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode […]
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3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations. T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit , then select Advanced Mode[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-5 Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (My Favorites, Ai T weaker , Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appear[…]
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3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Last Modied button This button shows the items that you last modied and saved in BIOS Setup. Adding items to My Favorites T o add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow ke[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-7 Chapter 3 3.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the syste[…]
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3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected elds in the BIOS setup program. T o set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-9 Chapter 3 T o change a user password: 1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>. 4. Conrm the password when prompted. T o clea[…]
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3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . Select any of these preset overclocking conguration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU ratio and BCLK frequ[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-1 1 Chapter 3 If you assign a value for 2-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto] . 3-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default T urbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 3-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 4-Core Ratio Limit. If you assign a value for 3-Core R[…]
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3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. T o restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key . Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to beco[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-13 Chapter 3 DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [255] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CAS# Write Latency [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] RTL IOL […]
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3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D1) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] — [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1D0 [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] — [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1D1 [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] — [15] Third Timings tRDRD [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [7] tRDRD_dr [Auto] Conguration opti[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-15 Chapter 3 MISC MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enable] [Disable] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [14] Channel A/B DIMM Control [Enable Bot…] Conguration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] […]
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3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 The following items appear only when you set the CPU V oltage Frequency to [Auto] . VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] Enable the VRM Spread Spectrum to enhance system stability . Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Active Frequency Mode [Disabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to help enhance the power saving[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-17 Chapter 3 CPU Power Thermal Control [130] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the O.C. potential. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values depend on the CPU installed. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal condition[…]
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3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 T urbo Mode Parameters Long Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to limit the T urbo Ratio’s time duration that exceeds the TDP (Thermal Design Power) for maximum performance. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1W t0 4096W . Package Power Time Window [Auto][…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-19 Chapter 3 Power Decay Mode [Auto] Allows your system to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated V oltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Idle Power-in Response [Auto] Allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated V oltage R[…]
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3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Extreme OV [Disabled] Disable this item to help protect the CPU from being burned by Over V oltage. When you enable this item, you can choose a high level voltage to overclock, but will not guarantee the CPU life. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU Core V oltage [Auto] Allows you to congure the […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-21 Chapter 3 CPU Cache V oltage Offset Allows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset. By default, this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU. Y ou can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. CPU Graphics V oltage [Auto] Allows you to[…]
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3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU System Agent V oltage Offset [Auto] Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the system agent of the processor including its PCIe controller and power control unit. Increase the voltage when increasing DRAM frequency . Y ou can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-23 Chapter 3 DRAM V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. Y ou can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.20V to 1.92V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel ® CPU specications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently . We recommend[…]
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3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Clock Crossing Reset V oltage [Auto] Allows you to increase the value of the clock crossing reset voltage when the rising edge of the BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK DP . Y ou can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.1V to 1.9V with a 0.00625V interval[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-25 Chapter 3 3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.[…]
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3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.1 CPU Conguration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. [Disabled] Disa[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-27 Chapter 3 Intel Virtualization T echnology [Disabled] When set to [Enabled] a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by V anderpool T echnology . Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] Allows you to enable the Mid Level Cache (L2) streamer prefetcher . Congurati[…]
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3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C6 Latency [Short] Allows you to set the duration of C6 latency for C6 state. Conguration options: [Short] [Long] CPU C7 Report [CPU C7s] Allows you to disable or ena[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-29 Chapter 3 Intel Rapid Start T echnology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology . Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology to [Enabled] . Entry on S3 RTC W ake [Enabled] The system automatically wakes u[…]
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3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.3 SA T A Conguration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SA T A devices. The SA T A Port items show Not Present if no SA T A device is installed to the corresponding SA T A port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. SA T A Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set th[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-31 Chapter 3 3.6.4 System Agent Conguration Allows you to congure the System Agent Conguration parameters. S.M.A.R.T . Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T . (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting T echnology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur , this feature allows the hard disk to rep[…]
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3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Render Standby [Auto] Allows you to enable the Intel ® Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU power use when the system is idle. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable both integrated and discrete graphics for multi-monitor output. The iGPU[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-33 Chapter 3 3.6.5 USB Conguration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disab[…]
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3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.6 Platform Misc Conguration The items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features. PCI Express Native Power Management [Disabled] Allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Express and perform ASPM operations in the operating system. Conguration options: [Disabled] [En[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-35 Chapter 3 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Conguration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller . The following items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller to [Enabled] . Front Panel T ype [HD] Allo[…]
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3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASM1061 Storage Controller (ES6_E12) [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASM1061 Storage Controller . Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hot-plug [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the hot plug support. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASM1061 Storage Controller (SA T A6G_E[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-37 Chapter 3 3.6.8 APM ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled] , all other PME options will be switched off. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled (S4+S5] [Enabled (S5)] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The sys[…]
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3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.9 Network Stack Network Stack [Disable] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Conguration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled] . Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-39 Chapter 3 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. CPU T emperature / MB T emperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard tempera[…]
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3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan operating mode. [Advance Mode] Detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the mode control. When a 3-pin CPU fan is installed, select this mode for the DC mode Q-Fan control. [Auto] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature in PWM mode fo[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-41 Chapter 3 Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1/4 [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Conguration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan 1/4 Profile [Standard] This item appears[…]
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3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASST Fan 1/2 Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Assistant Q-Fan Control feature. It allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the assistant fan. [Standard] Set to make the assistant fan adjust automatically depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Set to minimize the[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-43 Chapter 3 3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Conguration Fast Boot [Disabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabl[…]
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3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 HW Fast Boot [Disabled] Allows the system to enable or disable the HW Fast Boot. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DirectKey Enable [Go to BIOS…] [Disabled] Disables the DirectKey button. The system will only power on or of f when you press the DirectKey button. [Go to BIOS Setup] Allows the system […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-45 Chapter 3 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] Allows you to trap Interrupt[…]
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3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Secure Boot Allows you to congure the Windows ® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST . OS T ype [Windows UEFI mode] [Windows UEFI Mode] Allows you to select your installed operating system. Execute the Microsoft ® Secure Boot check.[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-47 Chapter 3 KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft ® Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). Delete the KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Conguration options: [Y es][…]
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3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Append dbx from File Allows you to load the additional dbx from a storage device so that more db’s images cannot be loaded. The dbx le must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-49 Chapter 3 3.9 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key […]
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3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Save to Prole Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prole number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Y es . Load from Prole Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the prole number that[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-51 Chapter 3 3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Y ou can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup […]
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3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 1 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updati[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-53 Chapter 3 3.1 1.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .asus.com. T o update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB ash disk th[…]
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3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with F A T 32/16 format and single partition only . • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability . Select the L[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-55 Chapter 3 3.1 1.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS le that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only . The […]
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3-56 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number . 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive). Updating the BIOS le T o update the BIOS le using BIOS Updater: 1[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 3-57 Chapter 3 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later , the utility automatically exits to the DOS pr[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-1 Chapter 4 Software support 4 If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear , browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or tap binASSETUP .EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. 4.1 Installing an operating system • This motherboard supports 32-bit/64-bit Windows ® 7 and 32-bit/64-bit Windo[…]
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4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to use the devices. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. The AHCI/RAID Driver menu contains the RAID/AHCI driver disk. The Manual […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-3 Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat ® Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the les. […]
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4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrat[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-5 Chapter 4 Launching AI Suite 3 Windows ® 7 OS From the Desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. Y ou can also launch AI Suite 3 in Windows ® 7 by clicking on the Notication area. Windows ® 8 OS T o launch AI Suite 3 in Windows ® 8, tap the AI Suite 3 app on the Start screen (o[…]
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4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 AI Suite 3 Main menu The AI Suite 3 main menu gives you easy-access controls and insight to what’s going on with your computer — allowing you to optimize performance settings while at the same time ensuring system stability . Included in the AI Suite main menu is a quick-access menu bar that allows you to[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-7 Chapter 4 4.3.2 Thermal Radar 2 The Thermal Radar 2 comes with these four utilities in one interface: Thermal T uning, Thermal Status, Fan Control and DIGI+ PowerControl. Thermal T uning The Thermal Tuning utility allows you to automatically optimize your system’s cooling solution such as the CPU fan, chassis fans, and th[…]
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4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Fan Control The Fan Control utility provides an easy-to-use preset fan proles that automatically tweaks the fan speed. It also allows you to customize the speed of each fan and save it as a fan prole. Click or tap a screen to select the fan type that you want to customize Drag the slider to set a fan […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-9 Chapter 4 Customizing the fan settings Y ou can customize your fan’s speed using the Smart Mode and RPM (rotations per minute) Mode. Smart Mode Smart Mode allows you to customize the fan’s rotation speed for a certain temperature. With this utility , you can also assign three critical components for the Thermal Radar 2 […]
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4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 DIGI+ Power Control DIGI+ Power Control utility allows you to adjust the CPU and DRAM power settings for an optimum system efciency , overall system stability and performance. Adjusting the CPU power CPU Load-line Calibration CPU Load-line Calibration adjusts the voltage range and controls the system te[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-1 1 Chapter 4 Adjusting the DRAM power Click or tap to go back to main screen Click or tap to apply the changes Click or tap to undo the changes DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously . DRAM V oltage Frequency Allows you to adjust the[…]
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4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 Remote GO! Remote GO! is an ASUS-exclusive Wi-Fi utility that allows you to wirelessly stream your media les to DLNA devices, control your computer using your smart device, transfer les to your smart device, and provides access to your les stored in your cloud storage. System requirements PC[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-13 Chapter 4 Click or tap to set a password • Launch Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote on your smart device to use the Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote control functions. For more details, refer to section Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote of this user manual for more details. • T o protect your Wi-Fi utility from unauthorized remote access,[…]
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4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Remote GO! functions q Cloud GO!: Allows you to remotely control and sync your les across multiple cloud services such as ASUS WebStorage, GoogleDrive™, and DropBox ® . q Remote Desktop: Allows you to remotely control your desktop in real time using your smart device. q DLNA Media Hub: Allows you to […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-15 Chapter 4 Using Cloud GO! 1. From the Remote GO! screen, click or tal Cloud GO! 2. Tick I Agree then click or tal Enter to access your cloud storage accounts. 3. Log into your Asus WebStorage, Google Drive™ or Dropbox ® cloud account then click Sign In . Click or tap to open cloud storage accounts Click or tap to go bac[…]
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4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Click or tap to select media le type Media les pane Displays the target receiver’s name and the media le currently playing Click or tap to edit the playlist Tick to select source location Click or tap to select receiver Using DLNA Media Hub on the computer From the Remote GO! screen on your Desk[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-17 Chapter 4 T ransferring les from your computer to your smart device T o transfer les from your computer to your smart device, right-click the le then click Send to > [Device name] . After the le transfer is complete, click OK . Ensure to enable File T ransfer in your smart device to receive les from your […]
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4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.4 USB 3.0 Boost USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically speeds up the transfer rates of your USB storage devices. Launching USB 3.0 Boost T o launch USB 3.0 Boost, click or tap the on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB 3.0 Boost . Us[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-19 Chapter 4 4.3.5 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily . With this utlity , you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select the boot logo that will display during POST . Launching EZ Update T o launch EZ Update, cli[…]
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4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.6 Network iControl Network iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage your network bandwidth and set the bandwidth priority for your running programs. Launching Network iControl T o launch Network iControl, click or tap th e on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-21 Chapter 4 EZ Prole screen Tick to assign a schedule of your network programs to avoid network congestions Click or tap to save the prole settings or rename the prole Select a program from this list and click to add to your network prole Click or tap to select a network prole Click or tap to set the program a[…]
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4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.7 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback Wizard allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. Scheduling the BIOS download 1. In the Download Setting eld, tick Sc[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-23 Chapter 4 T o download the updated BIOS: 1. From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click Check for New BIOS Update . Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. 2. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click from the Save to: eld, select the USB ash drive, then click Download . 3. After the download is complet[…]
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4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.8 USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge your portable USB devices even if your computer is off, in sleep mode or hibernate mode. Before using the USB Charger+, ensure to disable the ErP Ready item from the Advanced > APM > ErP Ready in the Advanced mode of the BIOS setup program. L[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-25 Chapter 4 4.3.9 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. Launching the System Information T o launch System Information, click or tap th e on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information . Viewing the motherboard inform[…]
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4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Viewing the SPD information From the System Information screen, click SPD tab to view the memory’s information. 4.3.10 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Sensing functi[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 4-27 Chapter 4 A. Realtek ® HD Audio Manager for Windows ® 8 / Windows ® 7 Conguration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Set default device button Control settings panel Analog and digital connector status This version of Realtek HD Audio Manager supports Intel ® 8 Series motherboards […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 5-1 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 5.1 RAID congurations The motherboard comes with the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 conguration. 5.1.1 RAID denitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. […]
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5-2 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 5.1.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID conguration: 1. Install the SA T A hard disks int[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 5-3 Chapter 5 5.1.4 Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o enter the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu. The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the men[…]
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5-4 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>. 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press the up/down arrow key to select a RAID l[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 5-5 Chapter 5 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>.[…]
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5-6 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Use the up/down arrow key to[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 5-7 Chapter 5 Exiting the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit , then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: A re y ou s ur e yo u wa n t to exit? ( Y/ N) : [ CONFIRM EXIT ] 2. Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 A-1 Appendices Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired[…]
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A-2 Appendices Appendices IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standar[…]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 A-3 Appendices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr .asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been […]
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A-4 Appendices Appendices Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NCC: T aiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement KC […]
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ASUS SABERT OOTH Z87 A-5 Appendices ASUS contact information ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei, T aiwan 1 1259 T elephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site www.asus.com.tw T echnical Support T elephone +86-21-3842991 1 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNA TIONAL (Ame[…]
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A-6 Appendices Appendices EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Country: TAIWAN A uthorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus:[…]

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