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1. DI _ CHA FAN3 gt eee E CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR pO gt HE GND m 6 dian ogo i TE TE pop pog dis Ue D ia CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN4 CHA_FAN2 ao H 3ZzC0 3ZzC0 lt lt 225 225 Ox L fice ees gt 5009 Z97 PRO Fan connectors E 5 lt m O O NA The CPU FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A 12 W fan power The CPU FAN connector and CHA FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature The CPU fan connector detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes To configure the CPU fan s control mode go to Advanced Mode Monitor CPU Q Fan Control item in BIOS The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes To set these fans to DC or PWM go to Advanced Mode Monitor Chassis Fan 1 4 Q Fan Control items in BIOS Chapter 1 Product introduction 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
2. E a c WD d 1 A da E TB_HEADER ri 8 es ir 5 e E 3 KI t pj RS 3 oo et I nw 0 99 da CE Z97 P YA The add on Thunderbolt I O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately 14 T Sensor connector 2 T_SENSOR1 This connector is for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard s critical components and connected devices Z97 PRO Sa 1 1 7 CK T_SENSOR1 Lul GND K s em PIN 1 fcelte SENSOR IN Z97 PRO T SENSOR connector fF The thermistor cable is purchased separately 1 42 Chapter 1 Product introduction Basic installation 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 st
3. i 1 8 q ol g E ii r1 ASUS 4 ad Z97 PRO CS gt rr O n E dn pope Fd e O PIAZO PRAZO DIDOWOZ 9 2 2 0 2 usB18314 1 F7 iE ogo zeta D Qm ee 1 E goto SEL 7 Om Om fice om Gia 289 25 Z97 PRO USB2 0 connectors 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 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 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 37 1 38 CPU CPU optional and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 4 pin CPU_OPT 4 pin CHA_FAN1 4 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 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
4. A RL 7 Disabled Enabled Default E ASUS EC ET E 5 a Q E 124918 mmm Eu Z97 PRO EZ XMP switch Chapter 1 Product introduction 3 MemOK button Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK button lights continuously Press and hold the MemOK button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot O Woy A d ii EB am ma q di ES ASUS Z97 PRO O K y Pa z Om o IK zm 85 ooo Ba n rnm 3 fs Lj Z97 PRO MemOK button e Refer to section 1 2 8 Onboard LEDs for t
5. Z97 PRO TPM connector LA The TPM module is purchased separately 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 65 B Eh E E 0 5 SUS Z97 PRO o K O DRCT L lt 56 Oe Mal dii L 5918 um NIE BINA Z97 PRO DRCT connector 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 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 41 13 Thunderbolt header 5 pin TB_HEADER This connector is for the add on Thunderbolt I O card that supports Intels Thunderbolt Technology allowing you to connect up to six Thunderbolt enabled devices and a DisplayPort enabled display in a daisy chain configuration
6. XX p QEATX12V OEATXPWR RE 2229 OOOO 3 Volts GND Dn 12 Volts 5 Volts 12 Volts 5 Volts 5V Standby 5 Volts 0000 Power OK 5 Volts AAAA GND GND e E A E 5 Volts GND RES GND GND Z97 PRO 5 Volts PSON K GND GND O 3 Volts 12 Volts 3 Volts 3 Volts m PIN 1 On 124918 um Ln Z97 PRO ATX power connectors NA For a fully configured system we recommend that you use a power supply unit PSU that complies with ATX 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 ht
7. 3 1 3 2 BIOS setup program 3 2 3 2 1 2 casn ra 3 3 3 2 2 Advanced ri 3 4 3 2 3 COMING REESE OE AIR 3 7 3 2 4 EZ TUNNG 3 9 3 3 My Favonles i lc 3 11 3 4 Main MENU 3 13 3 5 Ai Tweaker mehu ee 3 15 3 6 Advanced men Uiers 3 32 3 6 1 OPU CONMMGUPATION sisii iaei 3 33 3 6 2 3 36 3 6 3 PCH Storage Configuration assesses 3 37 3 6 4 System Agent Configuration i 3 39 3 6 5 USB Conti 3 40 3 6 6 Platform Misc Configuration sese 3 41 3 6 7 Onboard Devices Configuration i 3 43 3 6 8 APM Configuration iran 3 45 3 6 9 Network Stack Configuration 3 46 3 6 10 Intel Rapid Storage 3 47 3 7 Monitor Menu e 3 48 3 8 Boot GIN e 3 51 3 9 MOO WG 3 58 3 9 1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 58 3 9 2 Pellet 3 59 3 9 3 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3 60 3 10 248 3 61 3 11 Updating aa 3 62 3 11 1 eZ NOC iaia
8. 1 1n 00 Fo 5 a D LTT pay ppm dii Ol Z97 PRO XLED1 is 6 Q Code LEDs The Q Code LED design provides you with a 2 digit error code that displays the system status Refer to the Q Code table on the next page for details EEE EL O ES Ci E JEEEFEEREREERK 1 i Q CODE DITO Acs Z97 PRO Q Code LED 1 28 Chapter 1 Product introduction Q Code table Description Not used Power on Reset type detection soft hard AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode loading System Agent initialization after microcode loading PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization Reserved for future AMI SEC er
9. Vendors Part No Size Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 1 2 AMD AE32G1339U1 U 2GB SS AMD 23EY4587MB3H 1 5 AMD AE34G1339U2 U 4GB DS AMD 23EY4587MB3H 1 5 78 B1GDE 9L10C 4GB DS Apacer AM5D5908CEHSBG 9 Asint SLA302G08 EDJ1C 2GB SS ASint 302G08 DJ1C Asint SLA304G08 EDJ1B 4GB SS Asint 304G08 DJ1B 9 10 10 26 Asint SLB304G08 EDJ1B 8GB DS Asint 304G08 DJ1B 9 9 9 24 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 CMV8GX3M1A1333C9 8GB DS 9 9 9 24 CORSAIR CMV8GX3M2A1333C9 8GB DS N A 9 9 9 24 2x4GB CORSAIR CMX4GX3M1A1333C9 4GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5 Ver2 12 1x4GB CORSAIR CMX4GX3M1A1333C9 4GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5 Ver5 11 1x4GB CORSAIR CMX8GX3M1A1333C9 8GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5 Ver2 2 CORSAIR CMX8GX3M2A1333C9 8GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5 2x4GB continued on the next page 1 16 Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1333 MHz capability Part No DIMM socket support Optional Vendors G SKILL F3 10666CL9D 8GBXL 8GB 2x4GB 4GB 2x2GB 4GB 2x2GB GEIL GG34GB1333C9DC GL1L128M88BA15B GEIL GVP34GB1333C9DC GEIL GVP38GB1333C9DC 8GB 2x4GB INNODISK INNODISK KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON Mach Xtrem
10. E a DI H ij om E ASUS Z97 PRO esi FE 1 E a EJ dim 101 mm Z97 PRO CPU LGA1150 N Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket 4 e Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU e 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 e 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 e The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation removal or misplacement loss incorrect remova
11. You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS Once disabled the LAN port s ACT LINK LED and SPEED LED stop blinking ASUS Z97 PRO Series 2 15 Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Port Headset 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel 2 channel Light Blue Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Orange Center Subwoofer Center Subwoofer Black Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out f you are using Windows 8 1 platform use only the gray audio port for Rear Speaker Out in a 6 channel configuration 2 3 2 Audio I O connections Audio ports orange light blue black lime gray pink INPUTS 2 16 Chapter 2 Basic installation Connect to 2 1 channel Speakers INPUTS AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS Dr uw gt e ear Front R AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS INPUTS ii If you are using Windows 8 1 platform use only the gray audio port for Side Speaker Out a 6 channel configuration ASUS Z97 PRO Series 2 17 2 18 Connect to 7 1 channel Speakers A li li LA When the DTS UltraPC Il function is enabled ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port _ 2 4 Starting up for the first time 1 After making all the connections replace
12. ld d Va hw ws gt P T 3 48 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 ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced 03182014 2 4 398 English E MyFavorite F3 QfanControKF6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 F qua nota ia Tuesday My Favorites Main Advanced Boot Tool Exit Hardware Monitor gt Qfan Tuning CPU Temperature 51 C 123 F 3500 MHz MB Temperature VRM Temperature PCH CORE Temperature SENSOR1 Temperature CPU Fan Speed CPU Optional Fan Speed Chassis Fan 1 Speed Chassis Fan 2 Speed Chassis Fan 3 Speed 35 C 95 F 46 114 F 68 154 F 30 C 86 F 2160 RPM N A 1424 RPM 1571 RPM 1424 RPM 100 0 MHz 35x 2400 MHz 16384 MB 12 096 V Charria Can A annn nnaa Cracad Click to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty circle for each fan M err Last Modified EzMode F7 Version 2 16 1240 Copyright C 2014 American Megatrends Inc Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan CPU Temperature MB Temperature VRM Temperature PCH Core Temperature SENSOR1 Temperature xxx C xxx F The onboard hardware monitor automatic
13. 26 02 2014 23 20 English MyFavorite F3 Qfan Control F6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 E gt Quick Note F9 gt Wednesday LI gt My Favorites Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Exit Hardware Monitor gt ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Setup Animator Enabled dn a gt ASUS Overclocking Profile 100 0 MHz gt ASUS SPD Information 1333 MHz 1024 MB 12 096 V used to update BIOS Setup Animator This item allows you to enable or disable the Setup animator Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 91 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 When you press lt Enter gt a confirmation message appears Use the left right arrow key to select between Yes or No then press lt Enter gt to confirm your choice LA For more details refer to section 3 11 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 9 2 ASUS O C Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mo 19 02 2014 00 08 English amp F3 MyFavorite E gt QuickNote Secure Erase HotKeys geQran Ow Wednesday p My Favorites Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Exit zl Hardware Monitor IS Profile Name Load from Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings press lt Enter gt and then select Yes LA e NOT
14. SanMax SMD 4G68HP 16KZ ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4GB continued on the next page DS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRPBC 1 15 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 1 2 SanMax SMD 4G68NG 16KK 4GB DS ELPIDA J2108BDBG GN F SanMax SMD 8G28NP 16KM 8GB DS ELPIDA J4208BBBG GN F 1600 Silicon SP002GBLTU160V02 XMP 2GB SS S POWER 20YT5NG 9 11 1 5 Power 11 28 Silicon SP004GBLTU160V02 XMP 4GB DS S POWER 20YT5NG 9 9 9 24 1 5 Power Silicon SP004GXLYU160NSA XMP 4GB SS 1600 9 9 Power 9 27 Silicon SPO08GXLYU160NSA XMP 8GB DS 1600 9 9 Power 9 27 Team TED34GM1600C11BK 4GB DS Hynix H5TC2G83EFR 1 1 5 Team TED38GM1600C11BK 8GB DS Hynix H5TQ4G83AFR Li i 1 5 Team TLD34G1600HC9BK XMP 8GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5 468 TLD38G1600HC9BK XMP 16GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5 868 TXD34096M1600HC9 D XMP 4GB DS Hynix H5TC2G83BFRH9A 9 9 9 24 1 5 Transcend TS1GLK64V6H 620945 8GB DS SAMSUNG K4B4G0846B Transcend TS1GLK64W6H 8GB DS SAMSUNG K4B4G0846B i 1 1 11 Transcend TS512MLK64W6H 4GB SS SAMSUNG K4B4G0846B 1 i 1 11 UMAX 84E44G93UM 16BPSYW 4GB SS UMAX U2S96D30TP 16 av UMAX 84E48G93UM 16BPSYW 8GB DS UMAX U2S96D30TP 16 1600 11 11 11 28 DDR3 1333 MHz capability
15. 100 Power Fast Ramp Response Auto This item allows you to enhance the response of the CPU voltage regulator during the load transients Use the lt gt or lt gt to adjust the value The values range from 0 00 to 1 50 Configuration options Auto 0 00 1 50 Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU Internal Power Saving Control Power Saving Level 1 Threshold Auto Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential Higher value provides better power saving condition Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 A to 80 A at 1 A increment Power Saving Level 2 Threshold Auto Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential Higher value provides better power saving condition Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 A to 50 A at 1 A increment Power Saving Level 3 Threshold Auto Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential Higher value provides better power saving condition Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 A to 30 A at 1A increment Extreme Over voltage This item allows you to set higher voltages for overclocking When you enable this item you can choose a high level voltage to overclock but does not guarantee the CPU life You can only enable this item when the
16. 12 096 V CPU Power Management Configuration Last Modified EzMode F7 Version 2 16 1240 Copyright 2014 Americal Megatri nds Inc Sub menu item Item description Configuration fields Scrollbar Last modified settings Menu items Goes back to EZ Mode Displays the CPU motherboard temperature CPU and memory voltage output gt t 3 4 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items BEI For changing the advanced system setings Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Boot For displaying the system temperature power status and changing the Monitor fan settings Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu For example selecting Main shows the Main menu items The other items My Favorites Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool and Exit on the menu bar have their respective menu items Submenu items A greater than sign gt before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu To display the submenu select the item and press lt Enter gt Language This button above the menu bar contains the languages that you can select for your BIOS Click this button to select the the language that you want to display in your BIOS screen MyFavorites F3 This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in
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18. From the Create New Password box key in a password then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator 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 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the administrator password follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password but press Enter when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed User Password If you have set a user password you must enter the user password for accessing the system The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press Enter 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted Chapter 3 BIOS setup To change a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt 3 J From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press Enter 4 Confirm the p
19. Media Streamer Pipe music or movies from your PC to a smart TV Media Streamer app for portable smartphone tablet supporting iOS7 and Android 4 0 systems NFC EXPRESS 2 support Optional receiver and 2 port USB 3 0 hubs NFC one touch features Video to go Photo Express Remote Desktop Quick Launch Windows 8 Login and Bluetooth pairing NFC EXPRESS 2 is purchased separately Gaming Scenario Turbo APP Featuring tuning system performance customization network priority and automatic audio scene configurations for selected applications Turbo LAN Experience smooth online gaming with lower pings and less lags Crystal Sound 2 Feel the sound power with different usage scenarios Steam support Compatible with the most fun gaming platform under Windows system ASUS EZ DIY Push Notice Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface ASUS O C Tuner ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 continued on the next page Z97 PRO specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I O Ports Q Design ASUS Q Code ASUS Q Shield ASUS Q LED CPU DRAM VGA Boot Device LED ASUS Q Slot ASUS Q DIMM ASUS Q Connec
20. On your smart device tap C to launch Push Notice Push Notice 2 Tap Push Scan then tap the name of your computer that you want to pair with EN To pair your computer and smart device ensure that both are connected to the same wireless network 4 14 Chapter 4 Software support Setting up PC Mode alerts of your computer This feature allows you to restart shut down or put your computer to sleep mode and sends an alert to your smart device ASUS Push Notice ON OFF PC Mode Alerts Ed Tick these to HTC One SV i smart device Hrs Set the day and time to Advance activation alert in Advance activation ale Advance activation alert in enable the PC modes Wins Set the minutes to send M M the alert before the PC Alert Message Alert Message Alert Message mode s activatation Key in your messages for more information Setting up PC Status alerts This feature allows you to send alerts of the unusual activities of the voltage temperature and fan settings of your computer to your smart device ASUS Push Notice PC Status Alerts 4 HTC One SV i Tick to select the smart device Tick to select and send alerts to your smart device Wi Sendan alert notice when PC is back to normal Tick to send alert when the components selected are back to its normal status ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4 15 Sending messages to your smart device This feature allows you to send messages to your smart device
21. 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 Z97 Express Chipset Intel Z97 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 six SATA 6 Gb s ports and M 2 support for faster data retrieval It also enables the iGPU function for Intel integrated graphics performance PCI Express 3 0 PCI Express 3 0 PCle 3 0 is the PCI Express bus standard that provides twice the performance and speed of PCle 2 0 It provides an optimal graphics performance unprecedented data speed and seamless transition with its complete backward compatibility to PCle 1 0 2 0 devices Intel Desktop Responsiveness Technologies Intel Desktop Responsiveness Technologies comprise of three technologies Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel Smart Response Technology and Intel Smart Connect Technology These technologies provide faster and better performance for your computer allow your system to receive the freshest updates from the Internet and quickly resume your system from a deep sleep or hibernate mode Quad GPU SLI and
22. keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 1 V to 1 9 V with a 0 00625 V interval Clock Crossing Reset Voltage Auto This item 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 D You can use the lt gt or keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 1 V to 1 9 V with a 0 00625 V interval ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 31 Lo ls J ne d JO Clock Crossing Voltage Auto This item allows you to increase the value of the clock crossing voltage when the rising edge of the BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK D You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 1 V to 1 9 V with a 0 00625 V interval PLL Termination Voltage Auto This item allows you to terminate the PLL Voltage You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1 00000V to 2 50000 V with a 0 01250 V interval CPU Spread Spectrum Auto This item allows you to enhance the BCLK overclocking capability or reduce the EMI electromagnetic disturbance generated by the BCLK Set this item to Enabled for EMI reduction or set this item to Disabled to enhance BCLK overclocking Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled 3 6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the C
23. Auto This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the analog portion of the I O on the CPU By default this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU Increase the amount of voltage to enhance the overclocking capability You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001 V to 0 999 V with a 0 001 V interval CPU Digital I O Voltage Offset Mode Sign To offset the voltage by a positive value To offset the voltage by a negative value CPU Digital I O Voltage Offset Auto This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the digital portion of the I O on the processor By default this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU Increase the amount of voltage to enhance the overclocking capability You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001 V to 0 999 V with a 0 001 V interval SVID Support Auto Set this item to Enabled when overclocking your system Disabling this item stops the CPU from communicating with the external voltage regulator Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled 7 The following item appears only when you set SVID Support to Enabled SVID Voltage Override Auto This item allows you to set the SVID Voltage override By default this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The
24. Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 2500 O C MHz capability Vendors Part No SS Chip DS Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage DIMM socket support G SKILL F3 20000CL10Q 16GBZHD XMP 16GB 4x4GB 10 11 11 31 Optional 1 1 65 The above QVL is for the DDR3 2500 MHz memory module Due to CPU behavior DDR3 2500 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2400 MHz frequency DDR3 2400 O C MHz capability Vendors Part No AX3U2400W4G11 DMV XMP 8GB 2x4GB Chip Timing NO 11 13 13 35 Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 1 2 4 AX3U2400W8G11 DMV XMP 16GB 2x8GB 11 13 13 35 78 BAGFL AFDOC XMP 8GB 2x4GB 11 12 12 30 CORSAIR 783BAGF3 AFDOC XMP CMD16GX3M2A2400C10 Ver4 21 XMP 8GB 2x4GB 16GB 2x8GB 11 11 11 30 10 12 12 31 CORSAIR CMD32GX3M4A2400C10 Ver5 29 XMP 32GB 4x8GB 10 12 12 31 CORSAIR CMY16GX3M2A2400C10A Ver4 21 XMP 16GB 8x2GB 10 12 12 31 CORSAIR CORSAIR CMY16GX3M2A2400C10R Ver4 21 XMP CMZ16GX3M2A2400C10 Ver4 21 16GB 2x8GB 16GB 2x8GB 10 12 12 31 10 12 12 31 G SKILL F3 19200CL10Q2 64GBZHD XMP 64GB 8x8GB 10 12 12 31 G SKILL F3 19200CL10Q 32GBZHD XMP 32GB 4x8GB 10 12 12 31 G SKILL G SKILL F3 19200CL11Q 16GBZHD XMP F3 19200CL9D 4GBPIS XMP 16GB 4x4GB 4G 2x2G 11 11 11 31 9 11 9 28 G SKILL F3 19200CL
25. EPU LED OLED2 The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled E E d 1 E E DI ER ASUS a Z97 PRO CO n oR Om do OLED2 fo Ce Z97 PRO EPU LED 4 USB BIOS Flashback LED FLBK LED The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update 1 N n T 2 NE ram FLBK_LED Z97 PRO FLBK_LED ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 27 5 EZ XMP LED XLED1 This LED lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch is enabled B O a XLED1 1 El
26. 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
27. 1 63 DRAM RTL CHB R1D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM IO L CHA_RODO Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHA R0D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHA_R1DO Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHA_R1D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHB_RODO Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHB RO0D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHB R1D0 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHB R1D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 Third Timings tRDRD Auto Configuration options Auto 1 7 tRDRD dr Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 tRDRD dd Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 Chapter 3 BIOS setup tWRRD Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 tWRRD_dr Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 tWRRD_dd Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 tWRWR Auto Configuration options Auto 1 7 tWRWR_dr Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 tWRWR_dd Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 Dec_WRD Auto Configuration options Auto 0 1 tRDWR Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 tRDWR_dr Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 tRDWR_dd Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 MISC MRC Fast Boot Auto This i
28. 1 2 2 Motherboard layout goog oo CPU_OVEEE KBMS_USB910 GOOOO CPU_FAN DIGI DRAM_LED EATX12V EPU MemOK 6 N 1042 USB3_E12 CPU_OPT BT Optional 7 EZ_XMP SPDIFO MI_DP Tg La z E DI HD 5 5 5 5 AS NI ONEAN 88 3 ets E E E CH SIS d N N N N a a CHA FAN3 VGA ejej ejje N N lt lt i m x gt 2 2 gt 2 2 2 e e e e 55515 LAN_USB3_56 a a a a 1 E3CPU LED AUDIO EE PCIEX1 1 USB3 12 Intel 297 P R O CHA_FAN4 1218 V IvaA LED SATA6G 6 SATA6G_5 PCIEX16 1 ASM 1184e 2 PCIEX1_2 inter Lila Z97 PCIEX1 3 Bos LLL IL PCIEX16 2 E JBOOT DEVICE LED M 2 SOCKET3 c 25 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_2 PCIEX1_4 Lithium Cell TPU CMOS Power Q_CODE E 1150 z 22 1 1 Peer 2515 5 55 PCIEX16_3 E ipu ie inl as 1061 12 m I 24 SPDIF_OUT HEADER BIOS FLEK TPM USB3_34 uber CES 08 vee CAV feb s Il PWR_SW CHA_FAN2 PANEL CA NS 8 US Us wu aN 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 4 Chapter 1 Product in
29. 1 23 1 2 7 Ju mpers 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 s DI n q B DI ASUS Lo K 1 CLRTC 1 M 12 d 3 HK 3 E CEN Er 2A D Normal Clear RTC Cove CONE Default Z97 PRO Clear RTC RAM 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 P Hold down data A 1 24 the lt Del gt key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re enter 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
30. 3 0 devices e Due to the design of the Intel 9 series chipset all USB devices connected to the USB 2 0 and USB 3 0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility e Multi VGA output supports up to three displays under Windows OS environment two displays under BIOS and one display under DOS e Intel display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks Pixel Clock H total x V Total x Frame Rate Fresh screen rate DisplayPort Mini DisplayPort 533 MHz Bluetooth and Wi Fi module LED indications Optional Bluetooth LED No link Off No link T T Wi Fi Bluetooth Linked Blue Linked o OE Blinking Data activity i Wi Fi 802 11 a b g n ac Bluetooth v4 0 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such mark by ASUSTeK Computer Inc is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED ACT LINK SPEED LED LED Off No link Off 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Orange Blinking Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection Orange Blinking Ready to wake up LAN port then steady from S5 mode
31. 3 62 Sra ASUS EZ Flagi 3 63 3 11 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3 64 3 11 4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3 65 Chapter 4 Software support 4 1 Installing an operating system ssssssssnssunnnnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 4 1 4 2 Support DVD 4 1 4 2 1 Running the support DVD 4 1 4 2 2 Obtaining the software ManualS ii 4 3 4 3 Software informatiolis iscin a 4 4 4 4 ASUS aaa 4 4 4 4 1 4 7 4 4 2 USB 3 0 BOS 4 8 4 4 3 4 9 4 4 4 USB BIOS 4 11 4 4 5 USB eV 4 13 4 4 6 RI 4 14 4 4 7 System Information i 4 17 4 5 AUdIO CONIIGUrAtions a 4 18 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 1 RAID configurations qe 5 1 5 1 1 RAID definiti nS nia 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 Creating a RAID driver disk 5 7 5 2 1 Creating a RAID driver disk in WindowsS 5 7 5 2 2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation 5 8 Appendices Notices A 1 ASUS contact information 1 1 s1rrrrrresesae ani n ene se erneuern nnn nanus A 5 vi
32. 3 WAY CrossFireX Support This motherboad features NVIDIA SLI and 3 Way AMD CrossfireX support that enables mulit GPU setup giving you the full power of the latest graphics technologies It also features native support for 4K UHD ultra high definition resolution of up to 4096 x 2160 via HDMI or DisplayPort resulting to four times the number of pixels for incredible visual clarity detail and realism SATA Express support SATA Express provides faster data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb s allowing your system to catch up with the speed of the SSDs It also features backward compatibility with up to two SATA drives of the same speed ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 1 Dual Channel DDR3 3200 O C 1600 1333 MHz Support The motherboard supports the dual channel DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of DDR3 3200 0 C 1600 1333 MHz to boost the system s performance and to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of 3D graphics multimedia and Internet applications M 2 Support This motherboard features the M 2 slot which shares bandwidth with PCI Express x2 slot to speed up data transfer up to 10 Gb s This helps enhance the performance of your SSD Solid State Drive that is dedicated only to the operating system The M 2 slot also includes Intel Rapid Storage Technology support for faster access to data and applications and quicker wake up time for your system Complete USB 3 0 integration This motherboard offers you th
33. 4 SMBUS Controller Wi Fi Bluetooth 4 0 gaed _ _ DI Optional Intel SATA Controller Intel i218 Controller 1061 Intel xHCI shared Intel EHCI 1 Intel EHCI 2 HD Audio ASMedia Controller _ shared _ 1142 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 19 1 2 6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine 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 Power on button The motherboard comes with a power on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component Z97 PRO Ta 1 E l PWR_SW Om mnc Z97 PRO Power on button EZ XMP switch Enable this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs allowing you to enhance the DIMM s speed and performance DI EZ_XMP S
34. ASMedia USB 3 0 battery charging support of your system Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASMedia Storage Controller SATA6G_E12 Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the ASMedia storage controller Configuration options Disabled Enabled The following items appear only when you set the ASMedia Storage Controller to Enabled Windows Hot plug Notification Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Hot Plug support for SATA6G_E12 Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASPM Support Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the ASPM controller to save energy when using the ASM1060 Storage Controller for SATA6G_E12 Configuration options Disabled Enabled PCI EX16_3 Slot black Bandwidth Auto Auto Run at X1 mode for system resource flexibility with USB3_E12 and PCI EX1_4 enabled X2 Mode Run at X2 mode for system resource optimization with USB3_E12 enabled The PCI EX1_4 will be disabled X4 Mode Run at X4 mode for high performance support with USB3_E12 and PCI EX1_4 disabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup PCI EX1_2 and X1_3 Slot black Configuration PCI EX1_3 Slot PCI EX1_2 Slot Switch to PCI EX1_2 for add on cards with PCI EX1_3 disabled PCI EX1 3 Slot Switch to PCI EX1_3 for add on cards with PCI EX1_2 disabled Intel LAN Controller Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN controllers Configuration options Disabled En
35. CPU Power Fan Status Optimized Phase Active Frequency Mode CPU Frequency Core 0 gt Voltage Temperature q y g P CPU Core 0 Voltage D DI CPU The Al Suite 3 screenshots in this section are for reference only and can vary depending on motherboard model AI Suite 3 main menu bar Dual Intelligent USB BIOS Processors 5 Ai Charger EZ Update Flashback e Ai Charger EZ Update USB BIOS Flashback gt LU Fond V JDU Dual Intelligent SS Per Ho Al Suite 3 Processors 5 Push Notice USB 3 0 Boost System Information USB Charger USB 3 0 Boost System USB Charger Push Notice Information e functions in the Al Suite 3 main menu in this user guide may vary depending the motherboard model e Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 1 Ai Charger Ai Charger allows you to fast charge your portable BC 1 1 mobile devices on your computer s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices Launching Ai Charger To launch Ai Charger click or tap on the top right corner of the Al Suite 3 main menu then select Ai Charger YA Ai Charger is available only in selected motherboard models _ Ai Charger screen ASS Ai Charger er is a unique and fast charging software that supports the iPad nufacturer of your USB mobile dev
36. Check for New BIOS Update Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version Checking please wait Cancel 2 After the utility detects a new BIOS click or tap from the Save to field select the USB flash drive then click or tap Download Current BIOS Download 3 After the download is complete click or tap OK Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 5 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 Z Before using USB Charger ensure to disable the ErP Ready item from the Advanced gt gt ErP Ready the Advanced mode of the BIOS Setup program Launching USB Charger To launch USB Charger click or tap on the top right corner of the Al Suite 3 main menu then select USB Charger USB Charger screen JEL USB Charger Click or tap to detect the connected USB device Indicates that the connected USB device is t Click or tap to fast in charging mode charge your USB device Click or tap to stop charging your USB Fast charging under system sleep hibernate or shutdown mode device ASUS Click or tap to apply the settings Click or tap to discard the settings Click or tap to select the type of USB device that you wish to charge when the system is off Ensure to connect your USB device into the USB port that supports this utility Refer to section 2 3 1 Rear
37. DDR3 3200 O C 3100 O C 3000 O C 2933 O C 2800 O C 2666 O C 2600 O C 2500 O C 2400 0 C 2200 O C 2133 O C 2000 O C 1866 O C 1800 O C 1600 1333 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 PCle x1 and x4 devices 4 x PCI Express 2 0 x1 slots The PCle x16_3 slot shares bandwidth with USB3_E12 and PCle x1_4 The PCle x16_3 is default at x1 mode The PCle x1_2 slot shares bandwidth with PCle x1_3 The PCle x1_2 is default disabled Integrated Graphics Processor Intel HD Graphics support Multi VGA output support DisplayPort HDMI DVI D VGA port Supports DisplayPort 1 2 with max resolution of 4096 x 2160 24 Hz 3840 x 2160 60 Hz Supports HDMI with max resolution of 4096 x 2160 24 Hz 2560 x 1600 60 Hz Supports DVI with max resolution 1920 x 1200 60Hz Supports RGB with max resolution 1920 x 1200 60Hz Supports Intel InTru 3D Intel Quick Sync Video Intel Clear Video HD Technology and Intel Insider V Supports up to three displays simultaneously Maximum shared memory
38. Flashback 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 Launching USB BIOS Flashback To launch USB BIOS Flashback click or tap EES on the top right corner of the Al Suite 3 main menu then select USB BIOS Flashback Z USB BIOS Flashback is available only in selected motherboard models Using USB BIOS Flashback Set a schedule for the BIOS Update download ASS USB BIOS Flashback 30 v Re Don t remind me again if I have Do not set the download schedule Check for New BIOS Update Click or tap to cancel the download schedule setting Click or tap to apply the download Click or tap to check for a new BIOS schedule setting update available for download Scheduling the BIOS download 1 In the Download Setting field tick Schedule days then select the number of days for the BIOS download schedule 2 Click or tap Apply to save the BIOS download schedule Click or tap Cancel to cancel the download schedule ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4 11 Downloading the latest BIOS Before you start downloading ensure that have installed the USB storage device to your computer s USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback Refer to section 2 3 1 Rear I O connection of this user guide for more details To download the updated BIOS 1 From the USB BIOS Flashback screen click or tap
39. Media Editing then click Next 3 Select the CPU fan type Box cooler Tower cooler or Water cooler that you installed then click Next If you are not sure of the CPU fan type click l m not sure The system automatically detects the CPU fan type 4 Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto tuning ASUS Z97 PRO Series Creating RAID To create RAID 1 Press lt F11 gt on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen 2 Click RAID then click Next LN e Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes e Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel SATA connectors 3 Selectthe type of storage for your RAID Easy Backup or Super Speed then click Next a For Easy Backup click Next then select from Easy Backup RAID1 or Easy Select the RAID type for your selected storage function Backup RAID10 You can only select Easy Backup RAID 10 if you connect four 4 HDDs Easy Backup RAID1 Back Cancel b For Easy Backup click Next then select from Super Speed RAIDO or Super Speed RAID5 Select the RAID type for your selected storage function Super Speed RAID 0 4 After selecting the type of RAID click Next then click Yes to continue the RAID setup 5 After the RAID setup is done click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system 3 10 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your person
40. PRO AAFP O PIN 1 PIN 1 H vero 55545 oe G CK L_ arawa Sc 2 dba D Om IH F o HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 C pin definition compliant definition Z97 PRO Analog front panel connector e 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 e If you want to connect a high definition or an AC 97 front panel audio module to this connector set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to HD or AC97 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 35 6 USB 3 0 connectors 20 1 pin USB3 12 USB3 34 These connectors allow 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 5 Gb s faster charging time for USB chargeable devices optimized power efficiency and backward compatibility with SG mm DI e d E l E E EH cH jo ni Q USB3_12 USB3 34 Z97 PRO n PIN1 PIN 1 0 Vbus Vbus Vbus IntA_P1_SSRX Vbus IntA_P1_SSRX IntA_P2_SSRX Int P1 SSRX IntA_P2_S
41. Performance Dynamic Storage Accelerator Disabled This item allows you to accelerate the performance of the SSDs Solid State Drives by dynamically adjusting the power management during heavy multitasking Configuration options Enabled Disabled CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU s power Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled This item allows your system to adjust the CPU s voltage and cores frequency resulting in decreased power consumption and heat production Disabled The CPU runs at its default speed Enabled The system controls the CPU speed Turbo Mode Enabled This item allows you to automatically set the CPU cores to run faster than the base operating frequency when it is below the operating power current and temperature specification limit Configuration options Enabled Disabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU states Auto This item allows you to set the power saving of the CPU states Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled Z The following items appear only when you set the CPU states to Enabled Enhanced C1 state Enabled This item allows your CPU to reduce power consumption when the system is in idle mode Configuration options Enabled Disabled CPU C3 Report Enabled This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system Configuration options Enabled Disabled CPU
42. a Tree Map setup Select frequently used BIOS settings and save it to MyFavorites menu LA Refer to section 3 3 My Favorites for more information ICE Q Fan Control F6 This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of your fans Use this button to manually tweak the fans to your desired settings LA Refer to section 3 2 3 QFan Control for more information EZ Tuning Wizard F11 This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system It also allows you to change the motherboard s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode LA Refer to section 3 2 4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 5 3 6 Quick Note F9 This button above the menu bar allows you to key in notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS 7 e The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions delete cut copy and paste e You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or Page Up Page Down keys to display the other items on the screen General help At the top ri
43. advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance fault tolerance and higher storage capacity The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing relational database applications enterprise resource planning and other business systems Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity redundancy data having to be calculated and written With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup ASUS Z97 PRO Series 5 1 5 2 5 1 2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives For optimal performance install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration 1 Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays 2 Connect the SATA signal cables 3 Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive 5 1 3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID sets using SATA HDDs To set the RAID item in BIOS 1 Enter the BIOS Setup during POST 2 Go to the Advanced menu gt SATA Configuration then press lt Enter gt 3 Set the SATA Mode item to RAID Mode 4 Save your changes and then exit
44. appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interf rences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interf rence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhait de l appareil Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 VCCI Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement TA XE BRE B TOMB DUNULBRCESSESUKMIS 0333 72524 7 2 ABM tr ORBIFERRIEASNICLEABRNELTULETH ORMNI A TL 3 RIL QMS SECT IL ERICE TELM TKS KC Korea Warning Statement BH 77 438 945417174 e 77 AASB AA4X437 7 4 FE MAAA ASME AS ri BE AANA ASE T AFH VHS 23540 3522 99993 299 HAAS V T Ha 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 designed to enable proper reuse of pa
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46. improves bass performance even without a subwoofer and improves dialogues derived from DVD or Blu ray Disc 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 with ASUS 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 2 Motherboard overview 1 2 1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings AN e Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component e 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 e components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them e Whenever you uninstall any component place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component e 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 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 3
47. 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 1 Chapter 1 Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports lt 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 website The ASUS website www asus com provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as warran
48. or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1 W t0 4096 W CPU Integrated VR Current Limit Auto Allows you to set a higher current limit to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 125 to 1023 875 with a 0 125 interval CPU Internal Power Switching Frequency Frequency Tuning Mode Auto This item allows you to increase or decrease the switching frequency of the internal regulator Decrease the switching frequency to reduce the power consumption or increase the switching frequency to enhance voltage stability When this item is set to or the Frequency Tuning Offset appears that allows you to set its value from 0 to 6 CPU Internal Power Fault Control Thermal Feedback Auto Allows your system to take precautionary actions to protect the CPU when the thermal condition of the external regulator exceeds the threshold Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled CPU Integrated VR Fault Management Auto Disable this item to prevent tripping the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when doing over voltage We recommend you to disable this item when overclocking Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 25 CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management Auto This item allows you to improve the power rating when the CPU is in low power state or
49. shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure e We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory CPU configuration and BIOS version Profile Name This item allows you to key in a profile name Save to Profile This item allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash and create a profile Key in a profile number from one to eight press lt Enter gt and then select Yes Load Save Profile from to USB Drive This item allows you to load or save profile from your USB drive load and save profile to your USB drive ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 59 3 9 3 ASUS DRAM SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Moe 19 02 2014 00 09 P English F3 MyFavorite Quick Note a Secure Erase Hot Keys eel Wednesday SIT My Favorites Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Exit ardware Monitor lt nati DIMM Slot Number 2 Last Modified EzMode F7 Version 2 16 1240 Copyright C 2014 American Megatrends Inc 3 60 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 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 You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced ME 23 21 English 5 MyFavorite F
50. the BIOS Setup Z Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup Due to chipset limitation when SATA ports are set to RAID mode all SATA ports run at RAID mode together Chapter 5 RAID configurations 5 1 4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 1 Turnonthesystem 2 During POST press Ctrl I to display the utility main menu IR Scores WlO 5 1 L070 Cooyc iche C 2005 14 Coperti UNE Create RA D Volume 2 Delete RAID Volume 3 Reset Disks to Non RAID RAID Volumes Physical Devices Port Device Model 0 1 2 3 ST3160812AS ST3160812AS ST3160812AS ST3160812AS 21 Seleet Serial 9LSOHJA4 9LSOFAHL 3LS0JYL8 9LSOBJ5H ESC lt All Rights Reserved Recovery Volume Options Acceleration Options Exit Size 149 0GB 149 0GB 149 0GB 149 0GB Type Status Vol ID ENTER Select Menu The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options NA The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen LA The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration ASUS Z97 PRO Series 5 3 Creating a RAID set To create a RA
51. the device you ve inserted go to Drivers gt RAID and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version Click OK 4 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive 5 8 Chapter 5 RAID configurations Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encoura
52. the system case cover Ensure that all switches are off Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector a pr o N Turn on the devices in the following order a Monitor b External SCSI devices starting with the last device on the chain c System power 6 After applying power the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up For systems with ATX power supplies the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button If your monitor complies with the green standards or if it has a power standby feature the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on The system then runs the power on self tests POST While the tests are running the BIOS beeps refer to the BIOS beep codes table or additional messages appear on the screen If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power the system may have failed a power on test Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance Chapter 2 Basic installation BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory detected short beeps then a pause repeated One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous
53. you to control the Active State Power Management on both CPU and PCH platform controller hub Both DMI link ASPM control items of the CPU and PCH sides must be enabled for the ASPM to take effect Configuration options Disabled LOs L1 LOsL1 PEG ASPM Support Disabled This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy saving conditions or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile Configuration options Disabled LOs L1 LOsL1 Auto 3 42 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 6 7 X Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced MO 26 02 2014 0 9 ssa E Qui 23 2 0 English MyFavorite F3 Qfan ControF6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 Quick Note F9 Wednesday la My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit Hardware Monitor lt Advanced Onboard Devices Configuration REN requen HD Audio Controller Enabled 3400 MHz Front Panel Type HD Audio 100 0 MHz SPDIF Out Type SPDIF Bluetooth Controller Enabled gt Wi Fi Controller Enabled X 1333 MH PCI EX16_3 Slot black Bandwidth Asmedia USB 3 0 Controller Enabled 1024 MB Asmedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support DELTE ASM106SE Storage Controller SATAEXPRESS_E1 Enabled Y Last Modified EzMode F7 Version 2 16 1240 Copyright C 2014 American Megatrends Inc HD Audio Controller Enabled This item allows you to use the
54. 01V to 1 920 V with a 0 001 V interval Total Adaptive Mode CPU Core Voltage Auto This item sums up the voltages of the CPU Core Voltage offset and Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage options CPU Cache Voltage Auto This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the CPU uncores including its cache Increase the voltage when setting a high CPU cache frequency Configuration options Auto Manual Mode Offset Mode Adaptive Mode fF The following item appears only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to Manual Mode CPU Cache Voltage Override Auto This item allows you to set the CPU Cache Voltage override By default this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001V to 1 920 V with a 0 001 V interval LA The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Offset Mode _ Offset Mode Sign To offset the voltage by a positive value To offset the voltage by negative value CPU Cache Voltage Offset Allows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset By default this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001V to 0 999 V with a 0 001 V interval 7 The following item appears only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to Adaptive Mode Additional Turbo Mode CPU Cache Voltage
55. 1 4 Q Fan Control 1 4 Enabled These items allow you to set the chassis fans Q Fan control feature into DC Mode PWM Mode or disable these Q Fan controls from your motherboard Configuration options Disabled DC Mode PWM Mode NA The following items appear only when you set the Chassis Fan 1 4 Q Fan Control to PWM Mode or DC Mode Chassis Fan 1 4 Q Fan Source DC Mode This item controls the assigned fan according to the selected temperature source Configuration options CPU MB VRM PCH Core T SENSOR 1 If you select T_SENSORI plug a thermistor cable to T SENSOR header and stick the thermistor cable s head to the desired component as the temperature source Chassis Fan 1 4 Speed Low Limit 1 4 300 RPM This item allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed Configuration options Ignore 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM Chassis Fan 1 4 Profile Standard This item allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan Standard Silent Turbo Manual Set to make the chassis fan adjust automatically depending on the chassis temperature Set to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation Set to achieve maximum chassis fan speed Set to assign detailed fan speed control parameters LA The following items appear only when you set the Chassis Fan Profile to Manual Chassis Fan 1 4 Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt g
56. 1600W4G11 B 4GB A DATA DWND 1211A 9 9 9 24 A DATA ADDU1600W8G11 B 8GB ELPIDA J4208EBBG GN F 9 9 9 24 A DATA AX3U1600W4G9 DB XMP 8GB 2x4GB 9 9 9 24 A DATA AX3U1600W8G9 DB XMP 16GB 2x8GB 9 9 9 24 AMD AE32G1609U1 U 2GB 23EY4587MB6H AMD AE34G1609U2 U 4GB 23EY4587MB6H AMD AP38G1608U2K XMP 8GB 2x4GB Apacer 78 B1GE3 9L10C 4GB Apacer AM5D5908DEQSCK Apacer 78 B1GET 9K00C 4GB Apacer AM5D6008BQQSCK 11 11 11 28 Apacer 78 C1GET 9K10C 8GB Apacer AM5D6008BQQSCK 11 11 11 31 Apacer AHU04GFA60C9Q3R XMP 4GB 11 11 11 28 Apacer AHU08GFA60CBT3R XMP 8GB 9 9 9 24 Asint Asint SLA302G08 EGG1C XMP SLA302G08 EGJ1C XMP 4GB 4GB 302G08 GG1C 302G08 GJ1C 9 9 9 27 Asint SLA302G08 EGN1C 4GB 302G08 GN1C Asint SLA304G08 ENG1B 4GB 304G08 GN1B 9 11 11 28 Asint SLB304G08 EGJ1B XMP 8GB 9 9 9 27 Asint SLB304G08 EGN1B 8GB 304G08 GN1B Asint SLZ302G08 EGN1C 2GB 302G08 GN1C AVEXIR AVD3U16000904G 2CW XMP 8GB 2x4GB 11 11 11 28 CORSAIR CMD16GX3M2A1600C9 Ver8 21 XMP 16GB 2x8GB 9 9 9 24 CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1600C8 Ver5 12 XMP 8GB 2x4GB 1600 8 8 8 24 CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1600C9 Ver2 12 XMP 8GB 2x4GB 9 9 9 24 CO
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58. 3 ge Qfan Control F6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 E quenos el My Favorites Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool kA Hardware Monitor 26 02 2014 Wednesday gt Load Optimized Defaults gt Save Changes amp Reset 3400 MHz gt Discard Changes amp Exit gt 100 0 MHz gt Launch EFI Shell from USB drives 34x 1333 MHz 1024 MB 12 096 V Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus When you select this option or if you press F5 a confirmation window appears Select OK to load the default values Save Changes amp Reset Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved When you select this option or if you press lt F10 gt a confirmation window appears Select OK to save changes and exit Discard Changes amp Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press Esc a confirmation window appears Select Yes to discard changes and exit Launch EFI Shell from USB drives This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application shellx64 efi from one of the available USB devices ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 61 _ fo m ar A om 4 i i Wi b ot 3 62 3 11
59. 35 G SKILL F3 2800C11D 16GTXDG XMP 16GB 2 x 8GB 11 14 14 35 G SKILL F3 2800C11Q 32GTXDG XMP 32GB 4 x 8GB 11 14 14 35 G SKILL F3 2800C11D 16GTXD XMP 11 13 13 35 G SKILL G SKILL F3 2800C11Q 32GTXD XMP F3 2800C12D 16GTXD XMP 32GB 4 x 8GB 16GB 2x 8GB 16GB 2 x 8GB 11 13 13 35 12 14 14 35 APACER 78 BAGH5 AFDOC XMP 8GB 2x4GB 12 14 14 35 APACER 78 CAGH6 AFDOC XMP 16GB 2x8GB 12 14 14 35 CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2800C11 XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 11 14 14 35 CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2800C12 XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 12 14 14 36 CORSAIR CMY16GX3M4A2800C12R XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 12 14 14 36 KINGSTON KHX28C12T2K2 8X 8GB 2x4GB 12 14 14 32 Team TXD38G2800HC12DBK XMP 32GB 4 x 8GB DDR3 2666 O C MHz capability Vendors Apacer 78 BAGFF AFCOC XMP 8GB 2x4GB 11 14 14 35 Timing 12 13 13 35 Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 1 2 4 Apacer 78 BAGFR AFDOC XMP 8GB 2x4GB 12 13 13 35 Apacer 78 CAGFF AFDOC XMP 16GB 2x8GB 12 13 13 35 CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2666C11 Ver5 12 XMP 16GB 4x4GB 11 13 13 35 G SKILL F3 2666CL10Q 16GBZHD XMP 16GB 4x4GB 10 12 12 31 GEIL GOC332GB2666C11QC XMP 32GB 4x8GB 11 13 13 32 KINGSTON KHX26C11T2K2 8X XMP 8GB 2x4GB 2666 1 1 13 13 32
60. 4GB 9 10 9 27 CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9 XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 9 10 9 27 CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9G Ver5 12 XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 1866 9 10 9 27 Cricial BLE8G3D1869DE1TX0 16FED XMP 16GB 2x 8GB 1866 9 9 9 27 Crucial BLE4G3D1869DE1XTO 16FMD XMP 4GB 9 9 9 27 G SKILL F3 14900CL10Q 32GBZL XMP 32GB 4x 8GB 10 11 10 30 G SKILL F3 14900CL9D 8GBSR XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 9 10 9 28 G SKILL F3 14900CL9Q 16GBXL XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 9 10 9 28 G SKILL F3 14900CL9Q 16GBZL XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 9 10 9 28 G SKILL F3 14900CL9Q 16GBZL XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 9 10 9 28 G SKILL F3 1866C10Q2 64GZM XMP 10 11 10 30 G SKILL F3 1866C10Q2 64GZM XMP 64GB 2x 8GB 10 11 10 30 G SKILL F3 1866C9Q 32GXM XMP 32GB 4x 8GB 9 10 9 28 GEIL GEEL316GB1866C9DC XMP 64GB 2x 8GB 16GB 2x 8GB 1866 9 10 9 28 KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3K2 8GX XMP 8GB 2x 4GB Silicon Power SP004GXLYU186NSA XMP 4GB 1866 9 11 9 27 Silicon Power SPO08GXLYU186NSA XMP 8GB 1866 9 11 9 27 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 13 1 14 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors A DATA Part No AD3U1600W4G11 4GB A DATA 3WCD 1211A 11 11 11 28 Voltage DIMM socket support Optional A DATA AD3U1600W8G11 8GB A DATA 3WCD 1211A 11 11 11 28 A DATA ADDU
61. 512 MB DisplayPort 1 2 Multi Stream Transport compliant supports DisplayPort 1 2 monitor daisy chain up to 3 displays Supports NVIDIA Quad GPU SLI Technology with 2 PClex16 graphics card Supports AMD 3 Way Quad GPU CrossFireX M Technology continued on the next page Z97 PRO specifications summary Intel Z97 Express Chipset with RAID 0 1 5 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 13 support 1x SATA Express port black at mid board compatible with 2 x SATA 6 0 Gb s ports 1 x M 2 socket 3 4 x SATA 6 0 Gb s ports gray Supports Intel Smart Response Technology Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel Smart Connect Technology Storage ASMedia SATA 6 Gb s controller 2X SATA 6 Gb s ports black M 2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with SATA Express and supports M Key and type 2260 2280 storage devices These functions work depending on the CPU installed These SATA ports are for data hard drives only ATAPI devices are not supported Gigabit Intel LAN connection 802 3az Energy Efficient Ethernet EEE appliance Intel 1218 V Gigabit LAN Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller MAC and physical layer PHY Speedy Wi Fi 802 11 a b g n ac supports dual frequency band 2 4 5 Wireless Data Network GHz ASUS Wi Fi GO Utility Bluetooth Bluetooth v4 0 Realtek ALC1150 8 channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 2 Separate layer f
62. 9Q 16GBZMD XMP 16GB 4x4GB 9 11 11 31 G SKILL F3 2400C11Q 32GXM XMP 32GB 4x8GB 11 13 13 31 GEIL GEIL GOC316GB2400C10QC XMP GOC316GB2400C11QC XMP 16GB 4x4GB 16GB 4x4GB 10 11 11 30 11 11 11 30 Kingston KHX2400C11D3K4 8GX XMP 8GB 4x 2GB 11 13 11 30 KINGSTON KHX24C11K4 16X XMP 16GB 4x4GB 11 13 13 30 KINGSTON KHX24C11T2K2 8X XMP 8GB 2x4GB KINGSTON KHX24C11T3K2 16X XMP 16GB 2x8GB 2400 11 13 13 32 KINGSTON KHX24C11T3K4 XMP 16GB 4x4GB 2400 1 1 13 13 30 KINGSTON KHX24C11T3K4 32X XMP 32GB 4x8GB 9 9 9 24 Mushkin 997122R XMP 16GB 2x8GB 2400 10 12 12 28 Silicon Power SP004GXLYU240NSA XMP 4GB 2400 1 1 13 13 32 Transcend TX2400KLN 8GK XMP ASUS Z97 PRO Series 8GB 2x4GB 2400 11 12 11 29 1 12 DDR3 2200 O C MHz capability Vendors Part No G SKILL F3 17600CL7D 4GBFLS XMP 4G 2x 2G Timing 7 10 10 28 Voltage DIMM socket support Optional GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC XMP 4GB 2x 2GB 9 10 9 28 GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC XMP 8GB 2x 4GB DDR3 2133 O C MHz capability Vendors Part No A DATA AX3U2133W4G10 DR XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 9 11 9 28 Timing 10 11 11 30 Voltage DIMM socket support Optional A DATA AX3U2133W8G10 DR XMP 16GB 2x 8GB 10 11 11 30 Apac
63. AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software This product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License GPL under the Lesser General Public License Version LGPL and or other Free Open Source Software Licenses Such software in this product is distributed without any warranty to the extent permitted by the applicable law Copies of these licenses are included in this product Where the applicable license entitles you to the source code of such software and or other additional data you may obtain it for a period of three years after our last shipment of the product either 1 for free by downloading it from http support asus com download or 2 for the cost of reproduction and shipment which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you want to have it shipped to by sending a request to ASUSTeK Computer Inc Legal Compliance Dept 15 Li Te Rd Beitou Taipei 112 Taiwan In your request please provide the na
64. Auto This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores when running in turbo mode Increase the voltage when configuring a high CPU core frequency The voltage you set is affected by the offset value Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001V to 1 920 V with a 0 001 V interval Chapter 3 BIOS setup Total Adaptive Mode CPU Cache Voltage Auto This item sums up the voltages of the CPU Cache Voltage offset and Additional Turbo Mode CPU Cache Voltage options CPU Graphics Voltage Auto This item allows you to configure the voltage amount for the integrated graphics processing unit IGPU Increase the voltage when setting a high iGPU frequency value Configuration options Auto Manual Mode Offset Mode Adaptive Mode LA The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Manual CPU Graphics Voltage Override Auto This item allows you to set the CPU Graphics Voltage override By default this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001V to 1 920V with a 0 001V interval The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Offset Mode Offset Mode Sign To offset the voltage by a positive value To offset the voltage by a negative value CPU Graphics Voltage Offset By default this item takes the standard va
65. Azalia High Definition Audio Controller Configuration options Disabled Enabled LA The following items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller to Enabled Front Panel Type HD Audio This item allows you to set the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 or high definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports HD Audio Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to high definition audio AC97 Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 SPDIF Out Type SPDIF SPDIF Sets to an SPDIF audio output HDMI Sets to an HDMI audio output ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 43 vH le j ww 1 nu J TS 4 i oe i Wi b 4 3 44 Bluetooth Controller Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Bluetooth controller Configuration options Disabled Enabled Wi Fi Controller Enabled This item allows you to enable to disable the Wi Fi controller Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASMedia USB 3 0 Controller Enabled This item allows you to enable the ASMedia USB 3 0 controller of your system Configuration options Disabled Enabled The following item appears only when you set the ASMedia USB 3 0 Controller to Enabled ASMedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support Disabled This item allows you to enable the
66. C6 Report Enabled This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system Configuration options Enabled Disabled C6 Latency Short This item allows you to set the duration of C6 latency for C6 state Configuration options Short Long CPU C7 Report CPU C7s This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to the operating system Configuration options Disabled CPU C7 CPU C7s C7 Latency Long This item allows you to set the duration of C7 latency for C7 state Configuration options Short Long Package C State Support Auto This item allows you to set the a C state support for the CPU package Configuration options Auto Enabled C0 C1 C2 C3 C6 CPU C7 CPU C7s ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 6 2 PCH Configuration ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced 26 02 2014 23 1 9 English MyFavorite F3 Qfan ControKF6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 Ev Quick Note F9 Wednesday LI My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit EzI Hardware Monitor lt Advanced PCH Configuration Intel PCH SKU Name 3400 MHz 45 gt PCI Express Configuration gt Intel Rapid Start Technology 100 0 MHz 0 976V gt Intel Smart Connect Technology 34x PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots PCI E Speed Auto This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed W
67. Computer Inc General options Open folder to view files g Windows Explorer USING V View more AutoPlay options in Control Pane 7 If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear browse the contents of the support DVD double click or tap bin ASSETUP EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4 1 Support DVD main menu The Drivers menu shows the available The Manual menu contains the list of device drivers if the system detects The AHCI RAID Driver supplementary user guides Click or tap installed devices Install the necessary menu contains the an item to open the folder of the user drivers to use the devices RAID AHCI driver disk guide motherboard support CD for Windows 8 64 Bi Click or tap The Utilities menu to display the shows the applications ASUS InstAll ASUS contact and other software information that the motherboard Google Chrome Browser ease select items to install Supports Google Toolbar i Click or tap an Norton Internet Security Solution icon to display Intel Chipset Driver DVD motherboard information Realtek Audio Driver Click or tap an Asmedia SATA Controller Driver item to install Management Engine Interface Realtek LAN Driver Intel LAN Driver ASUS Bluetooth4 0 Wi Fi Driver gt 9 o et JI 4 2 Chapter 4 Software support 4 2 2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are i
68. E Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 DRAM RAS ACT Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM Command Rate Auto Configuration options Auto 1 2 Secondary Timings DRAM RAS to RAS Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM REF Cycle Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 511 DRAM Refresh Interval Auto Configuration options Auto 1 65535 DRAM WRITE Recovery Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 16 DRAM READ to PRE Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 255 DRAM WRITE to READ Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM CKE Minimum Pulse Width Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM CAS Write Latency Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 19 3 20 RTL IOL control DRAM RTL Initial Value Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHA_RODO Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHA_ROD1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHA_R1D0 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHA R1D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHB_RODO Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHB_ROD1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHB_R1D0 Auto Configuration options Auto
69. I Power Control Internal CPU Power Management Fully Manual Mode CPU Core Voltage CPU Cache Voltage Submenu panel CPU System Agent Voltage Offset Mode Sign CPU System Agent Voltage Offset CPU Analog I O Voltage Offset Mode Sign CPU Analog I O Voltage Offset ess delete CPU Digital I O Voltage Offset Mode Sign ex ibove then press F4 key to CPU Digital I O Voltage Offset dcdit has A E Exit ESC 3 Select an item from main menu panel then click the submenu that you want to save as favorite from the submenu panel and tap or click amp press Enter on your keyboard LA You cannot add the following items to My Favorite items e items with submenu options e User managed items such as language and boot order e Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information system time and date 4 Click Exit ESC or press esc key to close Setup Tree Map screen 5 Goto My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items 3 12 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 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 ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced MO 26 02 2014 Oo 9 pa E Qui E 23 1 7 English MyFavorite F3 Qfan ControF6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 5 Quick Note F9 Wednesday LI M
70. I O connection of your user guide for more details LA e The USB Charger does not support USB hubs and USB extension cables and generic USB cables e The USB Charger may not recognize some ASUS devices due to a special design ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4 13 4 4 6 Push Notice This utility allows you get the detailed status of your system to your smart device You can also send messages to your smart device using this utility Before using this utility ensure that you pair your computer with your smart device For pairing information refer to section Pairing your computer and smart device Launching Push Notice on your computer To launch Push Notice click or tap EER on the top right corner of the Al Suite 3 main menu then select Push Notice Push Notice screen Click or tap to enable Push Notice FELIS Push Notice ON OFF PC Mode Alerts Advance activation alert in Mins v Alert Message Advance activation alert in Mins v Alert Message Click or tap to discard the settings 4 HTC One SV Tick to select the smart device Advance activation alert in Mins v Alert Message Click or tap to apply the settings YA You can also enable the Push Notice via the Push Notice shortcut on the lower right corner of your screen To do this click or tap lt lt then click or tap li then select Gi Pairing your computer and smart device To pair your computer and smart device As 1
71. ID set 1 From the utility main menu select 1 Create RAID Volume and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears CREATE VOLUME MENU Name 8 RAID Level Disks Strip Size Capacity sync Create volume HELP Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less 2 Enter a name for the RAID set and press lt Enter gt 3 When the RAID Level item is selected press the up down arrow key to select a RAID level to create and then press lt Enter gt 4 When the Disks item is selected press Enter to select the hard disk drives you want to include in the RAID set The SELECT DISKS screen appears SELECT DISKS 0 ST3160812AS 9LSOHJA4 149 0GB Non RAID Disk 5 4 Chapter 5 RAID configurations B 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 then press Enter The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB The following are typical values RAID 0 128 KB RAID 10 64 KB RAID 5 64 KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing 7 When the Capacity item is selected enter th
72. ISOLINUX 3 20 2006 08 26 Copyright C 1994 2005 H Peter Anvin A Bootable DVD CD is detected Press ENTER to boot from the DVD CD the system will boot next priority If no key is pressed within 5 seconds device automatically boot On the FreeDOS prompt type d then press lt Enter gt to switch the disk from Drive C optical drive to Drive D USB flash drive Welcome to FreeDOS http www freedos org C gt d D gt Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file On the FreeDOS prompt type bupdater pc g and press lt Enter gt 1 D gt bupdater pc g On the BIOS Updater screen press Tab to switch from Files panel to Drives panel 2 then select D ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1 30 2014 01 01 FORMAN 1 lt DIR gt Z97 DE 1 CAP 8390626 2014 02 10 21 14 34 Drives panel Files panel Tab Switch V Drive Info Esc Exit Enter Select or Load Up Down Home End Move Press Tab to switch from Drives panel to Files panel then press Up Down or Home 3 End gt keys to select the BIOS file and press Enter Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 66 4 After the BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file select Yes to confirm the BIOS update Are you sure you want to update the BIOS 7 The BIOS Backup feature is not supported due to security regulations 5 Select Yes then press Enter When BIOS update is done press lt ESC gt to exit BIOS Updater 6 R
73. L9Q 16GBZL XMP 16GB 4x4GB G SKILL F3 1600C9Q 32GXM XMP 32GB 4x8GB GEIL GUP34GB1600C7DC XMP 4GB 2x2GB KINGMAX FLGE85F C8KL9A XMP KINGMAX FLGF65F C8KL9A XMP 2GB 4GB DS KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGSTON KHX16009CD3K2 8GX XMP 8GB 2x4GB DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3B1 4G XMP 4GB SS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3 12GX XMP 12GB 3x4GB DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3x2GB DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3x2GB DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K4 16GX XMP 16GB 4x4GB DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K6 24GX XMP 24GB 6x4GB DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3LK2 8GX XMP 8GB 2x4GB DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2 8G 8GB 2x4GB DS KINGSTON KHX16C10B1K2 16X XMP 16GB 2x8GB DS KINGSTON KHX16C9K2 16 16GB 2x8GB DS 1333 9 9 9 24 KINGSTON KHX16C9P1K2 16 16GB 2x8GB DS KINGSTON KVR16N11 4 4GB DS KINGSTON D2568JPUCPGGBU KINGSTON KVR16N11 4 4G DS Hynix H5TQ2G83CFRPBC Micron MT16JTF1G64AZ 1G6E1 8GB DS Micron D9QBJ Micron MT8JTF51264AZ 1G6E1 4GB SS Micron D9QBJ MICRON MT8KTF25664AZ 1G6M1 2GB SS MICRON D9PFJ Patriot PV316G160C9K XMP 16GB 2x4GB SS 1600 9 9 9 24 Patriot PV316G160C9K XMP 16GB 2x8GB SS 1600 9 9 9 24 SanMax SMD 4G28N1P 16KM 4GB SS ELPIDA J4208BBBG GN F 1600
74. M 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM CPU Fan Profile Standard This item allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan Standard Set to make the CPU fan adjust automatically depending on the CPU temperature Silent Set to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation Turbo Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed Manual Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters fF The following items appear only when you set the CPU Fan Profile to Manual CPU Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 20 C to 75 C CPU Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle The values may differ via Qfan tuning CPU Middle Temperature 25 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to set the value for CPU Middle Temperature The range of the values depends on the CPU installed CPU Fan Middle Duty Cycle 20 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the CPU fan middle duty cycle The values may differ via Qfan tuning CPU Lower Temperature 20 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the CPU fan s lower temperature The values range from 20 to 75 CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 20 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle The values may differ via Qfan tuning ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 49 3 50 Chassis Fan
75. MM socket support Optional Asint SLA302G08 ML2HB XMP 4GB Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRH9C 9 9 9 27 GEIL GUP34GB2000C9DC XMP 4GB 2x2GB 9 9 9 28 Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1866 O C MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR Part No CMD16GX3M2A1866C9 Ver5 29 XMP 16GB 2x 8GB Timing Voltage 1866 9 9 9 27 DIMM socket support Optional 2 4 CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A1866C9 Ver4 13 XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 9 10 9 27 CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A1866C9 Ver8 16 XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 9 10 9 27 CORSAIR CMD32GX3M4A1866C9 Ver3 24 XMP 32GB 4x 8GB 9 10 9 27 CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1866C9 Ver4 13 XMP 8GB 2x 4GB CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1866C9 Ver5 12 XMP 8GB 2x 4GB CORSAIR CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1866C9 Ver8 16 XMP CMT32GX3M4X1866C9 Ver3 23 XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 32GB 4x 8GB 9 10 9 27 CORSAIR CMY16GX3M2A1866C9 Ver4 21 XMP 16GB 2x 8GB 9 10 9 27 CORSAIR CMY8GX3M2A1866C9 Ver3 24 XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 9 10 9 27 CORSAIR CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M2A1866C10 Ver5 29 XMP CMZ16GX3M2A1866C9 XMP 16GB 2x 8GB 16GB 2x 8GB 10 11 10 30 1866 9 10 9 27 CORSAIR CMZ32GX3M4X1866C10 Ver3 23 XMP 32GB 4x 8GB 10 11 10 27 CORSAIR CMZ32GX3M4X1866C10 Ver3 23 XMP 32GB 4x 8GB 10 11 10 27 CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9 Ver8 16 XMP 8GB 2x
76. OV_CPU jumper is set to ON Refer to section 1 2 7 Jumpers of this user guide for more details CPU Core Voltage This item allows you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores Increase the voltage when setting a high Core Frequency value Configuration options Auto Manual Mode Offset Mode Adaptive Mode YA The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Manual CPU Core Voltage Override Auto This item allows you to set the CPU Core Voltage override Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001V to 1 920 V with a 0 001 V interval Z The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Offset Mode Offset Mode Sign To offset the voltage by a positive value To offset the voltage by a negative value ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 27 3 28 CPU Core Voltage Offset Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001 V to 0 999 V with a 0 001 V interval LA The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Adaptive Mode Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage Auto This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores when running in turbo mode Increase the voltage when configuring a high CPU core frequency The voltage you set is affected by the offset value Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 0
77. PEAKER 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 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 A TPM system also helps enhance network security protect digital identities and ensures platform integrity Ed q 2 r1 S 3 EF urs Asus A a Z97 PRO a L7 cos AsAT O 20 Oro O amp oy z yXauta PIN 1 OZzOOO z o a Im 2202209092 2 H s Ge OSS E iis ma Bc role E eee gt oo
78. POST Select to load the network stack driver during POST Next Boot after AC Power Loss Normal Boot Normal Boot Fast Boot Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss Chapter 3 BIOS setup DirectKey DRCT Enabled Disabled Disables the DirectKey button The system will only power on or off when you press the DirectKey button Enabled Allows the system to power on and go to the BIOS Setup directly when you press the Reset button Connect the 2 pin connector of the chassis reset buton cable to the onboard DRCT header Boot Logo Display Auto Auto Sets the boot logo to display during POST Full Screen Sets the boot logo display in full screen during POST Disabled Disables the boot logo display during POST LA The following item appears only when you set the Boot Logo Display to Auto and Full Screen Post Delay Time 3 sec This item allows you to select a desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS Setup You can only execute the POST delay time during normal boot The values range from 0 to 10 seconds This feature only works when set under normal boot LA The following items appear only when you set the Boot Logo Display to Disabled Post Report 5 sec This item allows you to select a desired POST report waiting time Configuration options 1 sec 10 sec Until Press ESC Boot
79. PU and other system devices Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mo 28 02 2014 05 00 English MyFavorite F3 EZTuningWizard F11 E gt ee Friday i My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit ES Hardware Monitor gt CPU Configuration gt PCH Configuration 3400 2 gt PCH Storage Configuration gt System Agent Configuration AE gt USB Configuration gt Platform Misc Configuration gt Onboard Devices Configuration gt APM Configuration 1333 MHz Network Stack Configuration 1024 MB Intel R Rapid Storage Technology 12 192 V This formset allows the user to manage RAID volumes on the Intel R RAID Controller uu Last Modified EzMode F7 gt Version 2 16 1240 Copyright C 2014 American Megatrends Inc 3 32 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 6 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects amp The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Da 26 02 2014 23 1 9 English MyFavorite F3 Control F6 EZTuningWizard F11 E gt quenous c gs Wednesday LI i My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit Hardware Monitor 6kBx4 6144 kE Intel Adaptive Thermal Mo
80. Q L GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXP2 _ K RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXN2 fiti CO fe n ea GND GND Z97 PRO ASMedia SATA 6 Gb s connectors e 5 storage controller can only support AHCI mode e These SATA ports are for data drives only 3 2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M 2 NGFF SSD module RH ERES HS n d B i M 2 SOCKET3 Z97 PRO Sa z i 7 EC n aqu Om Sal CODE mum Z97 PRO M 2 SOCKET3 e This socket supports M Key and type 2260 2280 storage devices The M 2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with SATAEXPRESS Refer to section 3 6 3 PCH Storage Configuration of this user guide for more details e When using Intel Desktop Responsiveness technologies with PCle M 2 device ensure to set up the Windows UEFI operating system under RAID mode f The M 2 NGFF SSD module is purchased separately 1 34 Chapter 1 Product introduction 4 Digital audio connector 4 1 p
81. RSAIR CORSAIR CML16GX3M2A1600C10 Ver2 21 XMP CML8GX3M2A1600C9 Ver7 12 XMP 16GB 2x8GB 8GB 2x4GB 10 10 10 27 9 9 9 24 CORSAIR CMV8GX3M1A1600C11 8GB 11 11 11 30 CORSAIR CMX8GX3M2A1600C9 Ver3 19 XMP 8GB 2x4GB 9 9 9 24 CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M2A1600C 10 Ver 3 24 XMP 16GB 2x8GB 10 10 10 27 CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9 XMP 16GB 4x4GB 9 9 9 24 CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4X1600C9 Ver8 16 XMP 16GB 4x4GB 1600 9 9 9 24 CORSAIR CMZ32GX3M4X1600C 10 Ver2 2 XMP 32GB 4x8GB 10 10 10 27 CORSAIR CMZ4GX3M1A1600C9 Ver8 16 XMP 4GB 1x4GB 9 9 9 24 CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M1A1600C10 Ver3 23 XMP 8GB 1x8GB 10 10 10 27 CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M1A1600C10 Ver8 21 XMP 8GB 1x8GB continued on the next page 10 10 10 27 Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8 XMP 8GB 2x4GB Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 8 8 8 24 Crucial BLS4G3D1609DS1S00 16FMR XMP 4GB 1600 9 9 9 24 Crucial BLT4G3D1608DT1TX0 16FM XMP 4GB 8 8 8 24 Elixir M2X2G64CB88G7N DG XMP Elixir M2X4G64CB8HG5N DG XMP 2GB 4GB Elixir N2CB2G80GN DG 9 9 9 28 Elixir N2CB2G80GN DG G SKILL F3 12800CL9D 8GBSR2 XMP 8GB 2x4GB G SKILL F3 12800CL9Q 16GBXL XMP 16GB 4x4GB G Skill F3 12800C
82. SRX IntA P1 SSRX C m IntA_P2_SSRX GND IntA_P2_SSRX GND GND IntA_P1_SSTX GND IntA_P1_SSTX IntA_P2_SSTX IntA_P1_SSTX IntA_P2_SSTX m IntA_P1_SSTX IntA_P2_SSTX GND IntA_P2_SSTX GND GND IntA_P1_D GND IntA_P1_D O IntA_P2_D IntA_P1_D IntA_P2_D IntA_P1_D 10109 OO IR IntA_P2_D ID IntA_P2_D ID Z97 PRO USB3 0 connectors 7 The USB 3 0 module is purchased separately e 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 e The plugged USB 3 0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system s setting e These USB 3 0 ports support native UASP transfer standard in Windows 8 Windows 8 1 and Turbo Mode when using USB 3 0 Boost feature 1 36 Chapter 1 Product introduction 7 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 Mb s connection speed AN A
83. This process extends the POST time Only hard drives connected to SATA ports are detected during POST Only boot drives connected to a SATA ports are detected during POST USB Support Partial Initialization Disabled Full Initialization Partial Initialization All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for a fastest POST time All USB devices will be available during POST This process will extend the POST time For a faster POST time only USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected PS 2 Keyboard and Mouse Support Auto Select any of these settings when PS 2 keyboard and mouse are installed These settings only apply when Fast Boot is enabled Auto Full Initialization Disabled For a faster POST time PS 2 devices will only be available when the system boots up or rebooted when the PS 2 devices have not been reconnected or changed If you disconnect or change PS 2 devices before restarting the system PS 2 devices will not be available and BIOS setup program will not be accessible via PS 2 devices For full system control PS 2 devices will be available during POST at any circumstances This process will extend POST time For the fastest POST time all PS 2 devices will not be available until your computer enters the operating system Network Stack Driver Support Disabled Disabled Enabled Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during
84. UEFI driver add on devices or the Windows UEFI mode Disabled Disables the CSM to fully support the non UEFI driver add on devices or the Windows UEFI mode Z The following items appear only when you set the Launch CSM to Enabled Boot Devices Control UEFI and Legacy OPROM This item allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot Configuration options UEFI and Legacy OPROM Legacy OPROM only UEFI only Boot from Network Devices Legacy OPROM first This item allows you to select the type of network devices that you want to launch Configuration options Legacy OPROM first UEFI driver first Ignore Chapter 3 BIOS setup Boot from Storage Devices Legacy OPROM first This item allows you to select the type of storage devices that you want to launch Configuration options Both Legacy OPROM first Both UEFI first Legacy OPROM first UEFI driver first Ignore Boot from PCI E PCI Expansion Devices Legacy OPROM first This item allows you to select the type of PCle PCI expansion devices that you want to launch Configuration options Legacy OPROM first UEFI driver first Secure Boot This item allows you to configure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST OS Type Windows UEFI Mode Windows UEFI This item allows you to select your installed operating system Mode Execute the Microso
85. Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability compatibility and 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 updating may result to system s failure to boot Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary Xx Visit http www asus com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program 1 EZ Update Updates the BIOS in Windows environment 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted 4 ASUS BIOS Updater Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive 3 11 1 EZ Update The EZ Update is a utility that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment e EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP Internet Service Provider e This utility is available the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package e Refer to section 4 4 3 EZ Update of this user guide for more information Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 11 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 a
86. You can also send messages via the Push Notice messaging shortcut on the lower right corner of your screen To do this click or tap lt lt then click or tap Ray then select ASUS Push Notice Message 4 wy dog Sending HTC One SV Tick to select the smart device Click or tap to send Enter keywords or URLs here your message Clear All Click or tap to key in your message Viewing your computer status on your smart device Tap A on your smart device to launch Push Notice Push Notice Incoming M Tap to view PC RTLA ncoming Messages Tap to delete PC mode alerts Z97 WINBLUE X65 Restart 2014 3 9 00 00 Restart for OS Update alerts Tap to view PC 2 PC Status Alerts status alerts Tap to view PC Push Message sent messages Tap to scan more Push Scan host computers 4 16 Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 7 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard CPU and memory settings Launching the System Information To launch System Information click or tap on the top right corner of the Al Suite 3 main menu then select System Information Viewing the motherboard information Click or tap the MB tab to view the motherboard s information ASUS System Information MB amp CPU Motherboard Manufacturer ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Product Z97 DELUXE Rev 1x MB 1234567890 Manufacturer American Megatrends Inc Caption 03 05 2014 0001 Vie
87. abled LA The following item appears only when you set the Intel LAN Controller to Enabled Intel LAN PXE Option ROM Disabled This item allows you to enable or disable the PXE option ROM of the Intel LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled 3 6 8 APM Configuration ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced CS 26 02 2014 23 20 29 English MyFavorite F3 ge Qfan Control F6 Q EZ Tuning Wizard F11 Quick Note F9 gt Wednesday My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit Ez Monitor lt Advanced MPM Configuration ErP Ready Disabled 3400 MHz 45 Restore AC Power Loss Power Off _ x 100 0 MHz 0 976V Power On By PCI E Disabled Power On By RTC DETE ErP Ready Disabled This item 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 are switched off Configuration options Disabled Enabled S4 S5 Enabled 55 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 45 Restore AC Power Loss Power Off This item allows your system to go to ON state OFF state or both states after an AC power loss When setting your system to Last State it goes to the previous state before the AC power loss Configuration options Power Off Power On Last State Power On By PCI E Disabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Wake on LAN function of the onboard LAN controller
88. agement The dbx Revoked Signature database lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded NA Delete the dbx This item allows you to delete the dbx file from your system Load Default dbx This item allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device Configuration options Yes No Append Default dbx This item allows you to load the additional dbx from a storage device so that more db s images cannot be loaded The dbx file 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 available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system NA Boot Override To access Windows OS in Safe Mode press F8 after POST Windows 8 not supported To select the boot device during system startup press F8 when ASUS Logo appears These item displays the available devices The number of device items that appear on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system Click an item to start booting from the selected device ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 57 3 58 3 9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the submenu ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced
89. agement The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and their features Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled This item allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency resulting to a decreased average power consumption and decreased average heat production Configuration options Disabled Enabled Turbo Mode Enabled This item allows you to enable your core processor s speed to run faster than the base operating frequency when it is below operating power current and temperature specification limit Configuration options Disabled Enabled 7 The following items appear only when you set the Turbo Mode to Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup Turbo Mode Parameters Long Duration Package Power Limit Auto Allows you to limit the Turbo Ratio s time duration that exceeds the TDP Thermal Design Power for maximum performance Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1 W t0 4096 W Package Power Time Window Auto Also known as Power Limit 1 this item allows you to maintain the time window for Turbo Ratio over TDP Thermal Design Power Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1 to 127 in seconds Short Duration Package Power Limit Auto Also known as Power Limit 2 this item allows you to provide rapid protection when the package power exceeds the Power Limit 1 Use the lt gt
90. al space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items SS ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mie f 9 26 02 2014 23 22 P English MyFavorite F3 Qfan Control F6 EZTuningWizard F11 E gt Quick Note F9 Wednesday LI E Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit LA ardware Monitor CPU Core Ratio Auto 3400 MHz 45 C 100 0 MHz 0 976 V 1333 MHz 1 507 V 1024 MB 12 096 V 5 000 V Auto The system will adjust all core ratios automatically Sync All Cores Configure a core ratio limit to synchronize all cores Per Core Configure the core ratio limit per core Last Modified EzMode F7 gt Version 2 16 1240 Copyright C 2014 American Megatrends Inc ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 14 Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items 1 Press lt F3 gt on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open Setup Tree Map screen 2 OntheSetup Tree Map screen select the BIOS items that you want to save in MyFavorites screen Setup Tree Map My Favorite amp Shortcut Main Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Core Ratio ASUS MultiCore Enhancement Advanced CPU Core Ratio Monitor Min CPU Cache Ratio Boot Max CPU Cache Ratio Tool Internal PLL Overvoltage Exit BCLK Frequency DRAM Frequency Ratio DRAM Frequency Selected shortcut Main menu panel OC Tuner items EPU Power Saving Mode gt DRAM Timing Control gt External DIG
91. alled then click or tap OK Chapter 4 Software support RAID support 5 1 RAID configurations The motherboard supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 and RAID 5 solution If you want to install a Windows operating system to a hard disk drive included a RAID set you have to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation Refer to section 5 2 Creating a RAID driver disk for details 5 1 1 RAID definitions RAID 0 Data striping optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel interleaved stacks Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate double that of a single disk alone thus improving data access and storage Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup RAID 1 Data mirroring copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to a second drive If one drive fails the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup The new drive must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives Among the
92. ally detects and displays the CPU motherboard VRM PCH Core and SENSOR temperatures Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures CPU Fan Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore N A CPU Optional Fan Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore N A Chassis Fan 1 4 Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU chassis and power fan speed in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed CPU Core 0 3 Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU Q Fan Control Auto This item allows you to set the CPU Q Fan operating mode Auto Detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes PWM Mode Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature in PWM mode for 4 pin CPU fan DC Mode Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature in DC mode for 3 pin CPU fan Disabled Disables the Q Fan control LA The following items appear only when you set the CPU Q Fan Control to Auto PWM Mode and DC Mode CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 300 RPM This item allows you to set the low limit warning for CPU Fan speed Configuration options Ignore 200 RP
93. an cause system boot failure 3 64 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 11 4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment The screen captures used in this section are for reference only and may not be exactly the same as actually shown on your computer screen Before updating BIOS Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from http support asus com and save them in your USB flash drive NTFS is not supported under DOS environment Ensure that your USB flash drive is single partition and in FAT32 16 format Turn off the computer Ensure that your computer has a DVD optical drive Booting the system in DOS environment To boot the system in DOS 1 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port 2 Boot your computer then press F8 to launch the select boot device screen 3 When the select boot device screen appears insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device Please select boot device Hl PASUS DVD BSleAcT 4069M USB DISK 2 0 3824MB VEEL FAT USB DISK 2 0 3824MB ENTE SETUP and l to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC boot using cerfaulte ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 65 When the booting message appears press lt Enter gt within five 5 seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt
94. anuals containing in the support DVD vary by models 43 JT n K Q O gt 9 et D Ja 4 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 file that came with the software application for more information 4 4 AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all in one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously Installing AI Suite 3 aN Ensure that you have an Administrator account before installing Al Suite 3 in Windows 7 Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating systems To install Al Suite 3 on your computer Windows 7 OS 1 Place the Support DVD into the optical drive 2 Inthe AutoPlay dialog box click or tap Run ASSETUP exe then select the Utilities tab m Run ASSETUP exe Published by ASUSTeK Computer Inc General options Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer View more AutoPlay options in Control Pane 3 the Utilities tab click or tap Al Suite 3 then follow the succeeding onscreen instructions Chapter 4 Software support Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 OS 1 Place the Support DVD into the optical drive then follow onscreen instructions 2 From the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu select the Utilities tab and click or tap Al Suite 3 3 Fol
95. apache org licenses LICENSE 2 0 Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing software distributed under the License is distributed on an AS IS BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND either express or implied See the License for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the License gt 5 3 D Uu A 4 Appendices ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei Taiwan 11259 Telephone 886 2 2894 3447 Fax 886 2 2890 7798 E mail info asus com tw Web site www asus com com Technical Support Telephone 86 21 38429911 Fax 86 21 5866 8722 ext 9101 Online support http www asus com tw support ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 USA Telephone 1 510 739 3777 Fax 1 510 608 4555 Web site http www asus com us Technical Support Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Online support http www service asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959911 Web site http www asus com de Online contact http eu rma asus com sales Technical Support Telephone 49 1805 010923 Support Fax 49 2102 9599 11 Online support http www asus com de support ASUS Z97 PRO Series A 5 109021 PLO BIN Sq omgeusig heey
96. assword when prompted To clear the user password follow the same steps as in changing a user password but press Enter when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed 3 5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard Scroll down to display other BIOS items D ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mo 26 02 2014 3 1 ga English E MyFavorite F3 Control F6 EZTuningWizard F11 que tt Wednesday LI gt My Favorites Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit ES Hardware Monitor 3400 MHz 100 0 MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto X ASUS MultiCore Enhancement Auto CPU Core Ratio Auto Min CPU Cache Ratio Auto 1333 MHz Max CPU Cache Ratio Auto 1024 MB Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto BCLK Frequency DRAM Frequency Ratio Auto DRAM Frequency Auto 12 096 V Manual When the manual mode is selected the BCLK base clock frequency can be assigned manually XMP When the XMP extreme memory profile mode is selected the BCLK frequency and memory parameters will be optimized automatically La
97. ay not exactly match what you see on your screen e Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program e system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey lt F5 gt See section 3 10 Exit Menu for details e system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value See section 1 2 7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button e The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes EZ Mode and Advanced Mode You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit Advanced Mode screen Chapter 3 BIOS setup 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 To access the Advanced Mode click Exit Advanced Mode then select Advanced Mode or press lt F7 gt hot key for the advanced BIOS settings The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed between EZ Mode or Advanced Mode Refer to the Setup Mode i
98. beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps 7 At power on hold down the Delete key to enter the BIOS Setup Follow the instructions in Chapter 3 2 5 Turning off the computer While the system is ON press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft off mode depending on the BIOS setting Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft off mode regardless of the BIOS setting ASUS Z97 PRO Series 2 19 2 20 Chapter 2 Basic installation BIOS setup 3 1 Knowing BIOS LA The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified 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 flexible and convenient mouse input You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system The term BIOS in this user manual refers to UEFI BIOS unless otherwise specified BIOS Basic Input and Output System stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration overclocking settings advanced power management and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS In normal circumstances the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance DO NOT change the de
99. better compatibility and stability e Refer to section 2 3 1 Rear I O connection for the location of the USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback 3 Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to automatically download the latest BIOS version 4 Shut down your computer 5 On your motherboard press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the Flashback LED blinks three times indicating that the BIOS Flashback function is enabled P Eg L1 gi d H Z97 PRO El BIOS_FLBK Mr gt miga jenen ETE Z97 PRO BIOS FLBK button 7 Refer to section 1 2 8 Onboard LEDs for more information of the Flashback LED Chapter 2 Basic installation 6 Wait until the light goes out indicating that the BIOS updating process is completed e Do not unplug portable disk power system or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing otherwise update will be interrupted In case of interruption please follow the steps again LA For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup refer to the section 3 11 Updating BIOS in Chapter 3 e Ifthe light flashes for five seconds and turns into a solid light
100. bled Enabled Your system supports the USB devices in legacy operating systems Disabled Your USB devices can be used for BIOS setup only and cannot be recognized in the boot devices list Auto Your system automatically detects the presence of USB devices at startup If any USB devices are detected the legacy USB support is enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup Intel xHCI Mode Smart Auto Auto The xHCI is automatically enabled and runs at USB 3 0 mode when the xHCI driver is installed in the operating system Smart Auto Upon detection the xHCI driver supports the USB 3 0 mode during both POST and operating system Enabled Enables the xHCI controller Disabled Disables the xHCI controller EHCI Hand off Disabled Enabled Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand off feature Disabled Disables the EHCI Hand off support Mass Storage Devices Auto This item allows your system to detect the devices according to their media formats Configuration options Auto Floppy Forced FDD Hard Disk CD ROM USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports LA Refer to section 1 2 2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports 3 6 6 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform related features ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced es 26 02 2014 23 1 9 English El MyFavorite F3 ge Qfa
101. 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 Useamaximum 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 4 GB 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 512 Mb 64 MB 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 s
102. d installation To install PCle x16 cards 2 10 Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 1 9 Wi Fi antenna installation Optional Installing the ASUS 2T2R dual band W Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi Fi antenna connector to the Wi Fi ports at the back of the chassis HH O Sane 0 7002 P 9 ZUM A 9 z E SE IO Shield e that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi Fi ports e Ensure to install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi Fi GO software LA The illustration above is for reference only The I O port layout may vary with models but the Wi Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models ASUS Z97 PRO Series 2 11 2 12 2 2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port then press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds to automatically update the BIOS To use USB BIOS Flashback 1 Place the bundled support DVD to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation 2 Insert the USB storage device to the USB Flashback port e We recommend you to use a USB 2 0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for
103. d on the CPU installed Max CPU Cache Ratio Auto This item allows you to set the maximum possible ratio on the Uncore part of the processor Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values depend on the CPU installed ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 17 Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto This item allows you to enable the internal PLL Overvoltage for K SKU CPUs to get the extreme overclocking capability Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled BCLK Frequency DRAM Frequency Ratio Auto Auto The BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency ratio will be set to the optimized setting 100 133 The BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency ratio will be set to 100 133 100 100 The BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency ratio will be set to 100 100 DRAM Frequency Auto This item allows you to set the memory operating frequency The configurable options vary with the BCLK base clock frequency setting Select the auto mode to apply the optimized setting Configuration options DDR3 800MHz DDR3 1066MHz DDR3 1333MHz DDR3 1400MHz DDR3 1600MHz DDR3 1800MHz DDR3 1866MHz DDR3 2000MHz DDR3 2133MHz DDR3 2200MHz DDR3 2400MHz DDR3 2600MHz DDR3 2666MHz DDR3 2800MHz DDR3 2933MHz DDR3 3000MHz DDR3 3200MHz DDR3 3400MHz Max CPU Graphics Ratio Auto Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU graphics ratio or manually set a value for an optimal CPU graphics ratio Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adj
104. e MSUN 2GHJBCO09 MSUN 4GHJACOS9 FLFE85F C8KL9 FLFE85F C8KL9 FLFF65F C8KL9 KVR1333D3E9S 4G KVR1333D3N9H 4G KVR13N9S8H 4 MXD3U133316GQ H5TQ2G83CFRH9C H5TQ2G83CFRH9C KFC8FNLBF GXX 12A KFC8FNLXF DXX 15A KFC8FNLXF DXX 15A J2108ECSE DJ F ELPIDA J2108BDBG GN F 4GB ELPIDA J4208BBBG GN F 16GB 5 s 4x4GB 2GB Hynix Hynix KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX Elpida MXD3V13332GS Mach Xtreme MICRON Mach Xtreme C2S46D30 D313 MICRON MT8JTF25664AZ 1G4M1 PSD32G13332 C304627CB1AG22Fe E304459CB1AG32Cf SP001GBLTU133502 2GB D9PFJ 2GB 2GB 4GB 1GB Prtriot RiDATA RiDATA S POWER PM128M8D3BU 15 9 C304627CB1AG22Fe 9 E304459CB1AG32Cf 9 10 5 9 Patriot RIDATA RIDATA Silicon Power Silicon Power SP002GBLTU133V02 2GB S POWER 20YT3NG 9 9 9 24 Silicon Power SP004GBLTU133V02 4GB S POWER 20YT3NG 9 9 9 24 UMAX 84E44G93UM 13BPSYW 4GB UMAX U2S96D30TP 13 1333 9 9 9 24 UMAX 84E48G93UM 13BPSYW 8GB UMAX U2S96D30TP 13 1333 9 9 9 24 Side s SS Single sided DS Double sided DIMM support Supports one 1 module inserted into any slot as Single channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the module into D1 slot Supports two 2 modules inserted into one pair of the dark gray slots or the black slots as one pair of dual channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the
105. e RAID volume capacity that you want and press Enter The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity 8 When the Create Volume item is selected press Enter The following warning message appears Are you sure you want to create this volume Y N 9 Press Y to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or N to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu ASUS Z97 PRO Series 5 5 Deleting a RAID set i Be cautious when deleting a RAID set You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set To delete a RAID set 1 From the utility main menu select 2 Delete RAID Volume and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable Volume0 RAIDO Stripe 2 298 0GB Normal Yes Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non RAID ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED This does not apply to Recovery volumes 10 Se leet ESC Previous Menu DEL Delete Volume 2 Use the up down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete and then press lt Delete gt The following warning message appears This does not apply to Recovery volumes Are you sure you want to delete Volume0 Y N 3 Press lt Y gt to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu or press lt N gt to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu 5 6 Chapter 5 RAID configurations Exiting the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM u
106. e 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 at speed up to ten times faster than USB 2 0 Extra SATA 6 Gb s support The Intel Z97 Express chpset natively supports Serial ATA SATA interface delivering up to 6 Gb s of data transfer This motherboard features an extra 6 Gb s ports for an enchanced scalability faster data retrieval and double bandwidth of current bus systems 1 1 2 Other special features DTS Connect To get the most out of your audio entertainment across all formats and quality levels DTS Connect combines two enabling technologies DTS Neo PC upmixes stereo sources CDs MP3s WMAs internet radio into as many as 7 1 channels of incredible surround sound Consumers can connect their PC to a home theater system DTS Interactive is capable of performing mult channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal computers and sending encoded bitstreams out of a digital audio connection such as S PDIF or HDMI designed to deliver audio to an external decoder DTS UltraPC Il DTS UltraPC Il delivers a superior surround sound experience through your system s speakers and headphones while monitoring and balancing the loudness level difference between digital audio formats It also ehnances the audio settings through augmenting low and high frequencies of musical tones restores compressed or re mastered sounds
107. efined by Intel specification and affects CPU power voltage The CPU working voltage decreases proportionally to CPU loading Higher load line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions Select from levels 1 to 9 to adjust the CPU power voltage from 0 to 125 Configuration options Auto Level 1 Level 9 fF The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification DO NOT remove the thermal module The thermal conditions should be monitored CPU VRM Switching Frequency Auto This item affects the VRM transient response speed and the component thermal production Select Manual to configure a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed Configuration options Auto Manual di DO NOT remove the thermal module The thermal conditions should be monitored 2 The following item appears only when you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to Manual Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency KHz 300 This item allows you to set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed Use the lt gt or lt gt to adjust the value The values range from 300 KHz to 500 KHz with an interval of 50 KHz Chapter 3 BIOS setup VRM Spread Spectrum Disabled This item allows to enhance the system stability Configuration options Disabled Enabled Active Frequency Mode Disabled This item allows to enhance the power savi
108. eps are the same for all models in 1 Install the ASUS Q Shield to the chassis rear I O panel 90000800585 2 Place the motherboard into the chassis ensuring that its rear I O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I O panel ASUS Z97 PRO Series 2 1 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis 3 DO NOT overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard i Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 2 2 1 2 CPU installation A Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket ASUS Z97 PRO Series 2 3 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 Sf Soin 2 4 Chapter 2 Basic installation To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 1 4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 1 5 ATX Power connection ASUS Z97 PRO Series 2 7 2 1 6 SATA device connection 2 8 Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 1 7 Front I O Connector To install ASUS Q Connector Reset d Ground To install USB 2 0 connector To install front panel audio connector ASUS Z97 PRO Series 2 9 2 1 8 Expansion Car
109. er 78 BAGE4 AFDOC XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 9 9 9 24 AHU04GFB33CAQ3R XMP Apacer 4GB 11 13 13 31 CORSAIR CMD16GX3M2A2133C9 Ver4 21 XMP 16GB 2x 8GB 9 11 11 31 CORSAIR CMD32GX3M4A2133C9 Ver4 21 XMP CMD8GX3M2A2133C9 Ver1 5 XMP CORSAIR 32GB 4x 8GB 8GB 2x 4GB 9 11 11 31 9 11 10 27 CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2B2133C9 Ver5 12 XMP 8GB 2x4GB 9 11 11 31 CORSAIR CMY8GX3M2A2133C11R Ver4 21 XMP 8GB 2x4GB 11 11 11 27 CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A2133C11R Ver4 21 XMP F3 17000CL11Q2 64GBZLD XMP G SKILL 8GB 2x 4GB 64GB 8x 8GB 11 11 11 27 11 11 11 30 G SKILL F3 17000CL9Q 16GBZH XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 9 11 10 28 G SKILL F3 2133C10Q 32GSR XMP 32GB 4x 8GB 10 12 12 31 G SKILL F3 2133C11Q 32GZL XMP 32GB 4x 8GB 11 11 11 31 KINGSTON KHX2133C11D3K4 16GX XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 11 12 11 30 KINGSTON KHX21C11T3FK8 64X XMP 64GB 8x 8GB 9 9 9 24 SP004GXLYU213NSA XMP Silicon Power 4GB 2133 11 12 11 30 Silicon Power SPOO8GXLYU213NSA XMP 8GB 2133 1 1 12 11 30 Transcend TX2133KLH 16GK XMP 16GB 2x 8GB 2133 10 11 10 27 Transcend TX2133KLN 8GK XMP 8GB 2x 4GB DDR3 2000 O C MHz capability Vendors Part No AEXEA AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V XMP 4GB 2x2GB 2133 10 11 10 27 Chip Brand Chip NO Voltage DI
110. es via Serial ATA 6 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 Z97 chipset a satasG 5 SATA6G_1 D SATA6G_6 GND d E RSATA_TXP1 D RSATA_TXN1 B RSATA_TXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA RXP1 D RSATA_RXN1 r RSATA_RXP5 GND di RSATA_RXN5 5 si SATA6G_3 q ii num GND q Fia RSATA_TXN6 HBATA XFS GND RSATA_TXN3 Sa RSATA_RXP6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP3 i GND RSATA_RXN3 Floating aNg Device_Reset M GND Detection z Om SATA Express cle mm som Z97 PRO Intel SATA 6 Gb s connectors Model Refer to section 3 6 4 SATA Configuration for details bundled in the motherboard support DVD SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND NOTE Connect the right angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device You may also connect the right angle
111. estart your computer failure NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu See section 3 10 Exit menu for details ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 67 3 68 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Software support 4 1 Installing an operating system YA e This motherboard supports 32 bit 64 bit Windows 7 32 bit 64 bit Windows 8 and 32 bit 64 bit Windows 8 1 operating systems OS e Motherboard settings and hardware options vary The setup procedures presented in this chapter are for reference only Refer to Windows operating system documentation for detailed information 4 2 Support DVD information The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updates 4 2 1 Running the support DVD Ensure that have an Administrator account before running the support DVD Windows 7 Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating systems To run the support DVD T Place the Support DVD into the optical drive 2 In the AutoPlay dialog box click or tap Run ASSETUP EXE qm DVD Drive D MB Support CD JN Always do this for software and games Ur Run ASSETUP exe iml Published by ASUSTeK
112. etting ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 25 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 Test CPU memory modules VGA card and hard disk drives If an error is found the critical component s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved P q ga Hu LAA LN En lt gt DRAM LED O sE 3 i o CPU LED Ope VGA_LED c H ER BOOT DEVICE LED 5 LH Om 2a FE CO Eu Z97 PRO CPU DRAM BOOT DEVICE VGA LED TPU LED TPU LED The TPU LED lights up when the TPU switch is enabled 8 E em _ 8 ASUS Z97 PRO K 1 a K O J K om Z97 PRO TPU LEDs TPU_LED Chapter 1 Product introduction 3
113. fault BIOS settings except in the following circumstances An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you to run the BIOS Setup You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update i Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel YA When downloading or updating the BIOS file rename it as Z97P CAP for this motherboard ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 1 3 2 3 2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup press lt Delete gt during the Power On Self Test POST If you do not press lt Delete gt POST continues with its routines Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST Press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt simultaneously Press the reset button on the system chassis Press the power button to turn the system off then back on Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options After doing either of the three options press lt Delete gt key to enter BIOS LN e The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and m
114. figuration gt PCH Configuration ee 3400 MHz gt PCH Storage Configuration System Agent Configuration 100 0 MHz gt USB Configuration Platform Misc Configuration gt Onboard Devices Configuration 1333 MHz gt APM Configuration Network Stack Configuration 1024 MB Intel R Rapid Storage Technology 12 192 This formset allows the user to manage RAID volumes on the Intel R RAID Controller Create RAID Volume This item allows you to create a RAID volume Z This item only appears when at least one HDD is connected to the Intel SATA ports and set to RAID mode Name Volume1 This item allows you to key in a volume name for your RAID setup Use only alphanumeric characters for your RAID volume name It should be 16 characters or less RAID Level RAIDO Stripe This item allows you to select the RAID level Configuration options RAIDO Stripe RAID1 Mirror RAID5 Parity Recovery Select Disks This item shows the connected SATA devices compatible for setting up RAID On their dropdown lists select X to set up the RAID Strip Size 32KB This item allows you to strip the size of your RAID setup Configuration options 4KB 8KB 16KB 32KB 64KB 128KB Capacity MB 0 This item allows you to set the RAID capacity ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 47 ra J Le Pa ARN 4 4 a Y zi M Kt al J D E a
115. ft Secure Boot check Only select this option when booting on Windows UEFI mode or other Microsoft Secure Boot compliant OS Other OS Get the optimized function when booting on Windows non UEFI mode Microsoft Secure Boot only supports Windows UEFI mode 7 The following item appears only when you set the OS Type to Windows UEFI mode _ Key Management This allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys Install Default Secure Boot keys This item allows you to immediately load the default Security Boot keys Platform key PK Key exchange Key KEK Signature database db and Revoked Signatures dbx When the default Secure boot keys are loaded the PK state will change from Unloaded mode to loaded mode Clear Secure Boot keys This item appears only when you load the default Secure Boot keys This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys Save Secure Boot Keys This item allows you to save the PK Platform Keys to a USB storage device PK Management The Platform Key PK locks and secures the firmware from any permissible changes The system verifies the PK before your system enters the OS Delete PK This item allows you to delete the PK from your system Once the PK is deleted all the system s Secure Boot keys will not be active Configuration options Yes No ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 55 Load Default PK This item allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device T
116. ged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help to assure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment 4 The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required ASUS Z97 PRO Series A 1 A 2 IC Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class B specifications 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 standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Cut appareil num rique de la Classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada Cet
117. ght corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Use F12 key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items If an item is user configurable you can change the value of the field opposite the item You cannot select an item that is not user configurable A configurable field is highlighted when selected To change the value of a field select it and press Enter to display a list of options Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 2 3 QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans Click to select a fan to be Click to activate Click to activate DC Mode configured PWM Mode Q Fan Tuning Select your target fan and then move the slider to select any of these profiles Standard Silent Turbo and Full Spe sd You can also move the slider to Manual and manually configure tlie fan s operating speed CPU FAN CHA1 FAN CHA2 FAN CHA3 FAN CHA4 FAN m Standard Silent Turbo Full Speed Manual Apply exit esc Select a profile to apply to Click to apply the fan setting our fans i y Click to undo the Click to go back to main menu changes Select to manually configure your fans ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 7 Configuring fa
118. gt Memory Configuration CPU Display Audio Enabled Enable this item for the CPU display audio support Configuration options Enabled Disabled DVI Port Audio Off Enable this item to support audio output for certain DVI monitors Configuration options On Off Graphics Configuration This item allows you to select a primary display from CPU and PCle graphical devices Primary Display Auto This item allows you to select the primary display from CPU and PCle devices Configuration options Auto CPU Graphics PCIE CPU Graphics Memory Auto This item allows you to empower both integrated and discrete graphics devices for the multi monitor output The CPU graphics shared system memory size is fixed at 64 MB Configuration options Auto 32M 64M 96M 128M 160M 192M 224M 256M 288M 320M 352M 384M 416M 448M 480M 512M Render Standby Auto This item allows you to enable the Intel Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU power when the system is idle Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled CPU Graphics Multi Monitor Disabled This item allows you to enable the iGPU Multi Monitor The iGPU shared system memory size is fixed 64 MB Configuration options Disabled Enabled DMI Configuration This item allows you to control various DMI direct media interface to run at PCI E 2 0 speed DMI Gen 2 Auto Set this item to Enabled to run DMI at PCI E 2 0 speed Configurat
119. he file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable KEK Management The KEK Key exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key manages the Signature database db and Revoked Signature database dbx 7 Key exchange Key refers to Microsoft Secure Boot Key Enrollment Key Delete the KEK This item allows you to delete the KEK from your system Configuration options Yes No Load Default KEK This item allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device Append Default KEK This item allows you to load the additional KEK from a storage device for an additional db and dbx loaded management The file must be formatted as UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable DB Management The db Authorized Signature database lists the signers or images of UEFI applications operating system loaders and UEFI drivers that you can load on the single computer Delete the db This item allows you to delete the db file from your system Configuration options Yes No Load Default db This item allows you to load the downloaded db from a USB storage device Append Default db This item allows you to load the additional db from a storage device so that more images can be loaded securely The db file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable 3 56 Chapter 3 BIOS setup DBX Man
120. he Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options odes ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mo in 26 02 2014 5 5 9 Is 5 qui 23 20 English Myfavorite F3 goQfanControKF6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 E gt Quick Note F9 Wednesday My Favorites Main Tweaker Advanced Monitor Tool Exit ES Hardware Monitor Fast Boot Enabled Devices 3400 MHz SATA Support USB Support Partial Initialization i 100 0 MHz Network Stack Driver Support Disabled m Normal Boot Enabled X Next Boot after AC Power Loss DirectKey DRCT Boot Logo Display POST Delay Time Boot up NumLock State Wait For F1 If Error Option ROM Messages Auto 3 sec Enabled ____ Enabled Enabled 1333 MHz 1024 MB 12 096 Enable Remember current settings for a faster system boot when there is no important hardware change Disable Return to normal system boot Boot Configuration Fast Boot Enabled Disabled Enabled This item allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed This item allows your system to accelerate the boot speed LA The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to Enabled ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 51 3 52 SATA Support All Devices All Devices Hard Drive Only Boot Drive Only All devices connected to SATA ports are available during POST
121. he exact location of the DRAM LED e 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 e 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 e 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 at WWW asus com e If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process the system 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 e If your system fails to boot up due to BIOS overclocking press the MemOK button to boot and load the BIOS default settings A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings e We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from w
122. hen set to Gen1 the PCI E port runs at PCI E 1 0 speed When set to Gen2 the PCI E port runs at PCI E 2 0 speed Configuration options Auto Gen1 Gen2 Intel Rapid Start Technology Disabled This item allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology Configuration options Enabled Disabled 7 The following items appear only when you set the Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled Entry on S3 RTC Wake Enabled The system automatically wakes up and set to Rapid Start Technology S3 mode Configuration options Enabled Disabled Entry After 0 This item allows you to set the RTC wake up timer at S3 entry The time ranges from 0 minute immediately to 120 minutes Active Page Threshold Support Enabled The system automatically goes into sleep mode when the partition size is not enough for the Intel Rapid Start Technology to work Configuration options Enabled Disabled Active Memory Threshold 0 This item supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology when the partition size is greater than the Active Page Threshold size When set to zero 0 it will go to Auto mode and checks if the partition size is enough at S3 entry fF Ensure that the caching partition size is larger than the total memory size 3 36 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Hybrid Hard Disk Support Disabled This item allows you to enable or disable the hybrid hard disk support for a faster resume time Configuration
123. hen you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives The following item appears only when you set the SATA Mode Selection to RAID PCI E NAND Configuration Auto This item allows you to enable or disable PCI E NAND Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled Aggressive LPM Support Disabled This item is designed for LPM link power management support with a better energy saving conditions When disabled the hot plug function of SATA ports are disabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled S M A R T Status Check Enabled S M A R T Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology is a monitoring system that shows a warning message during POST Power on Self Test when an error occurs in the hard disks Configuration options On Off Hot Plug Disabled SATA6G 1 SATA6G 6 These items allow you to enable disable SATA Hot Plug Support Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 6 4 System Agent Configuration ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mo 26 02 2014 72 1 9 E English MyFavorite F3 Qfan Control F6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 E gt Quick Note F9 Wednesday My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit Hardware Monitor lt Advanced System Agent Configuration ent Bridge Name uen mper 3400 MHz 45 C gt Graphics Configuration gt DMI Configuration 100 0 MHz 0 976V gt NB PCI E Configuration 34x
124. hm dbl PLL Selection Auto This item is set to LC PLL by default for better stability Select SB PLL when the BCLK base clock frequency is far away from 100 MHz This may affect the function of other devices that need precise clock jitters Configuration options Auto LC PLL SB PLL Filter PLL Auto Set this item to high BCLK base clock mode when using a very high BCLK to improve overclocking capability Configuration options Auto Low BCLK mode High BCLK mode BCLK Frequency Auto This item allows you to set the BCLK base clock frequency to enhance the system performance Use the lt gt or lt gt to adjust the value The values range from 80 0 MHz to 300 0 MHz M We recommend you to set the value based on the CPU specification as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently 3 16 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Initial BCLK Frequency Auto This item allows you to start overclocking the system from the initial BCLK base clock frequency to the assigned BCLK frequency Use the lt gt or lt gt to adjust the value The value ranges depend on the value you set on BCLK Frequency ASUS MultiCore Enhancement Auto Auto This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings Disabled This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings CPU Core Ratio Per Core This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize auto
125. ice to check if it supports n g time pending on the type speed and ins of the USB device attached Enable Disable Tick to enable or Click or tap to apply disable Ai Charger the selection aN e Check the manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging Specification 1 1 BC 1 1 compliant or compatible device e Actual charging speeds may vary depending on the charging rate and specifications of your USB device e To ensure normal charging function disconnect and reconnect your USB device every time you enable or disable Ai Charger e Charger does not support USB hubs USB extension cables and generic USB cables ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4 7 4 8 4 4 2 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 To launch USB 3 0 Boost click or tap EES on the top right corner of the Al Suite 3 main menu then select USB 3 0 Boost Using the USB 3 0 Boost ASUS USB 3 0 Boost Click or tap to enable the USB device s normal data transfer rate Click or tap to enable UASP or Click or tap to select a USB device Turbo Mode for a faster data transfer rate Ensure to connect your USB 3 0 device to the USB 3 0 ports that support USB 3 0 Boost Refer to section 2 3 1 Rear I O connection of your user guide for more details LA e USB 3 0 Boost automatically detect
126. in 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 NOOO GOCOONDI Ld SPDIF_OUT i SPDIFOUT 45V GND i 7 The S PDIF module is purchased separately 5 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio 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 okip jam tr E P i Ej ims O BE T 8 A 092 9 gt di ze o c DI oco Qo lt 22 2 ASUS EN Z97
127. ion options Enabled Disabled ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 39 3 40 NB PCI E Configuration This item allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings PCIEx16_1 2 Link Speed Auto This item allows you to configure the PCIEx16 speed for slots 1 and 2 Configuration options Auto Gen1 Gen2 Memory Configuration This item allows you to configure the memory configuration parameters Memory Scrambler Enabled Set this item to Enabled to support high frequency DRAMS for a better stability Configuration options Enabled Disabled Memory Remap Enabled Set this item to Enabled to support DRAM address remapping for 64 bit operating systems Configuration options Enabled Disabled 3 6 5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced MI 26 02 2014 23 1 9 english E MyFavorite F3 Qfan ControKF6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 Ev Quick Note F9 Wednesday LI Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit Ez Hardware Monitor lt Advanced USB Configuration 3400 MHz 100 0 MHz Legacy USB Support Enabled Intel xHCI Mode Smart Auto AI 34x EHCI Hand off Disabled ADATA USB Flash Drive 1333 MHz gt USB Single Port Control 1024 MB LA The Mass Storage Devices item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None Legacy USB Support Ena
128. ireless equipment in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant ASUS Z97 PRO Series A 3 Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada NCC Taiwan Wireless Statement Re HA RUM LEER GrH Z1 DI SEEN AT ERRATI ESSEN ABS et CHER ERA ER 8 FH RFRA BAF ER ICRI MOOS RRS a EA BR A S Re ERLE TE SE ZIRE E ET BAAR EARL ASR RR RAS Rix i ZR BA 5 25GHz 2 5 35GHz EE LUE EE RR 47 5 250 5 350GHz Z JR ER BIS ASAE Japan RF Equipment Statement IONLI 5 15 5 356 70 11 RF Equipment pala 9 e 2 Be 274 qe FAAEE 2 AREA HSA 31 e 71712 BAG quae 28 Google License Terms Copyright 2014 Google Inc All Rights Reserved Licensed under the Apache License Version 2 0 the License you may not use this file except in compliance with the License You may obtain a copy of the License at http www
129. l of the PnP Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 2 4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight DDR 3 Double Data Rate 3 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM slots AN 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 TON N s lt lt gt gt gt gt gt gt aao aao A ca cA LL 0 aa CK C cos mie 1905 Z97 PRO 240 pin DDR3 DIMM socket Recommended memory configurations ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 7 1 8 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB 4 GB and 8 GB unbuffered and non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets NA You 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 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 65 V is recommended to protect the CPU Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimum
130. lick T Saves the changes and Selects the boot the button to manually tune the fans resets the system device priority en Loads optimized default settings LA The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system 7 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 3 3 2 2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end users to configure the BIOS settings The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations LA To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode click Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey Q Fan control TTT EZ Tuning Wizard MyFavorite Quick Note Language Hot Keys I ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced 26 02 2014 23 1 9 English 5 MyFavorite F3 ge Qfan Control F6 Q EZ Tuning Wizard F11 Wednesday enira IL My Favorites Main Tweaker ed Monitor Boot Tool Exit El Hardware Monitor 2 Cache Cache peo 3400 MHz Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Active Processor Cores 100 0 MHz Limit CPUID Maximum Execute Disable Bit Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Hardware Prefetcher L2 Cache Enabled 1333 MHz Adjacent Cache Line Prefetcher Enabled _ 1024 MB Boot performance mode Max Non Turbo Performance Dynamic Storage Accelerator Disabled rl gt CPU Power Management Configuration
131. llows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS based utility LA Before you start using this utility download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www asus com To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port 2 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press Enter to enable it ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced DES B Flash Model Z97 DELUXE Version 0001 Date 03 05 2014 File Path fs0 Drive Folder fs0 03 02 2014 18 52 lt DIR gt System Volume Information ESTAN 03 05 2014 18 20 lt DIR gt Presentation fs2 03 06 2014 08 23 lt DIR gt Cheneses fs3 03 05 2014 19 34 8390656 Z97 DELUXE ASUS 0001 CAP Version 1 Help Enter Select or Load Tab Switch Up Down PageUp PageDown Home End Move ESC Exit 3 Press Tab to switch to the Drive field 4 Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press Enter 5 Press Tab to switch to the Folder Info field 6 Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file and then press Enter to perform the BIOS update process Reboot the system when the update process is done ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 63 AN e This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32 16 format and single partiti
132. low the succeeding onscreen instructions If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear try the following a Go to the Start Screen then click or tap the Desktop b On the lower left corner of the Desktop click or tap File Explorer then select your DVD drive and tap or double click or tap the Setup application Launching Al Suite 3 Windows 7 OS From the Desktop click or tap Start gt All Programs gt ASUS gt Al Suite 3 gt Al Suite 3 You can also launch Al Suite in Windows 7 by clicking or tapping E on the Notification area Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 OS To launch Al Suite 3 in Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 tap the Al Suite 3 app on the Start Screen or if you re using a mouse click the Al Suite 3 app on the Start Screen Al Suite III ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4 5 JT 4 6 AI Suite 3 Main menu The Al 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 The Al Suite main menu includes is a quick access menu bar that allows you to swiftly launch any of the integrated ASUS utilities Click or tap 88 on the top right corner of the menu to launch the menu bar Click or tap to launch AI Suite 3 menu bar ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 CPU Speed Frequency CPU Fan Benchmark Energy Saving Configured Max
133. ltage DIMM socket DS Brand support Optional AVEXIR AVD3UH29331204G 4CI XMP 16GB 4x4GB 12 14 14 35 GEIL APACER GPW38GB2933C12ADC XMP 78 BAGHB AFLOC XMP 8GB 2x4GB 8GB 2x4GB 12 14 14 36 12 14 14 35 A_DATA AX3U2933W4G12 XMP 16GB 4x4GB 12 14 14 36 G SKILL F3 2933C12D 8GTXDG XMP 8GB 2x4GB 12 14 14 35 G SKILL F3 2933C12Q 16GTXDG XMP 16GB 4x4GB 12 14 14 35 CORSAIR CMY16GX3M4A2933C12R XMP ASUS Z97 PRO Series 16GB 4x4GB 12 14 14 36 DDR3 2800 O C MHz capability Vendors AVEXIR Part No AVD3UH28001208G 4BZ1 XMP 32GB 4x 8GB Chip Timing NO 12 14 14 35 Voltage DIMM socket support Optional A_DATA AX3U2800W4G12 XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 12 14 14 36 A_DATA AX3U2800W8G12 XMP 12 14 14 36 G SKILL F3 2800C12Q 32GTXD XMP 32GB 4x 8GB 12 13 13 35 G SKILL F3 2800C12Q 32GTXDG XMP 32GB 4x 8GB 32GB 4x 8GB 12 14 14 35 G SKILL F3 2800C11Q 16GTXD XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 11 13 13 35 G SKILL F3 2800C11D 8GTXD XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 11 13 13 35 G SKILL F3 2800C11D 8GTXDG XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 11 14 14 35 G SKILL F3 2800C11Q 16GTXDG XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 11 14 14 35 G SKILL F3 2800C10D 8GTXD XMP 2x 4GB 10 12 12 35 G SKILL F3 2800C12Q 16GTXDG XMP 16GB 4x 4GB 12 14 14
134. lue of the installed CPU You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001V to 0 999V with a 0 001V interval YA The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Adaptive Mode Additional Turbo Mode CPU Graphics Voltage Auto This item allows you to increase the voltage for Turbo Mode CPU Graphics By default this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001V to 1 920V with a 0 001V interval Total Adaptive Mode CPU Graphics Voltage Auto This item sums up the voltages of the CPU Graphics Voltage offset and Additional Turbo Mode CPU Graphics Voltage options CPU System Agent Voltage Offset Mode Sign To offset the voltage by a positive value To offset the voltage by a negative value CPU System Agent Voltage Offset Auto This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the system agent of the CPU including its PCIE controller and the PCU power control unit Increase the voltage to enhance the overclocking capability You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 001 V to 0 999 V with a 0 001 V interval ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 29 3 30 CPU Analog I O Voltage Offset Mode Sign To offset the voltage by a positive value To offset the voltage by a negative value CPU Analog I O Voltage Offset
135. m Windows 8 1 support Windows 8 Windows 7 Form factor ATX form factor 12 in x 9 6 in 30 5 cm x 24 4 cm LA Specifications are subject to change without notice XIV Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items ASUS Z97 PRO motherboard 4 x Serial ATA 6 Gb s cables 1xA LI bri t 1 x ASUS Q Shield x ASUS SLI bridge connector User manual nad 1 x 2 in 1 ASUS Q Connector kit Support DVD 1 x 2T2R dual band Wi Fi moving antennas Wi Fi 802 11a b g n ac compliant Optional 7 e If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer e illustrated items above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models XV Installation tools and components Intel LGA1150 CPU Intel LGA1150 compatible CPU Fan SATA hard disk drive Philips cross screwdriver PC chassis SATA optical disc drive optional Graphics card The tools and components the table above not included the motherboard package xvi Product introduction 1 1 Special features 1 1 1 Product highlights LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation and the New 4th Generation Intel Core i7 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i3 Pentium and Celeron processors This motherboard supports new 4th generation Intel Core i7 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i3 Pentium
136. make the FIVR fully integrated voltage regulator work in high performance at all times Configuration options Auto High Performance Balanced Power Decay Mode Auto This item allows your system to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled Idle Power in Response Auto This item allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when it enters manual override mode Configuration options Auto Regular Fast Idle Power out Response Auto This item allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when it exits manual override mode Configuration options Auto Regular Fast Power Current Slope Auto This item allows you to enhance the power saving condition or the system overclocking capabiltity Select a higher power current slope levels for power saving enhancement or lower power current slope levels for system overclocking enhancement Configuration options Auto LEVEL 4 LEVEL 4 Power Current Offset Auto This item allows you to increase or decrease the output current sensed by the CPU It finds the balance between optimal regulating while staying below the current threshold Configuration options Auto 100 87 5 75 0 62 5 50 0 37 5 25 0 12 5 0 12 5 25 0 37 5 50 0 62 5 75 0 87 5
137. matically to all cores Configuration options Auto Sync All Cores Per Core When the CPU Core Ratio is set to Per Core the following items appear 1 Core Ratio Limit Auto Select Auto to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1 Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2 Core Ratio Limit 2 Core Ratio Limit Auto Select Auto to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 2 Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3 Core Ratio Limit 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 Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 3 Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 4 Core Ratio Limit i If you assign a value for 3 Core Ratio Limit do not set the 1 Ratio Limit and 2 Core Ratio Limit to Auto 4 Core Ratio Limit Auto Select Auto to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4 Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3 Core Ratio Limit A If you assign a value for 4 Core Ratio Limit do not set the 1 Core Ratio Limit 2 Core Ratio Limit and 3 Core Ratio to Auto Min CPU Cache Ratio Auto This item allows you to set the minimum possible ratio on the Uncore part of the processor Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values depen
138. me model number and version as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary object code This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the email address gpl asus com stating the product and describing the problem please DO NOT send large attachments such as source code archives etc to this email address Contents Safely Information vi AbOUTTNIS QUICE illa vii Z97 PRO specifications summary cicci Ix Package nica XV Installation tools and components eere xvi Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1 1 Special featureS ila 1 1 1 1 1 FIOQUECRIGNIG Sasa 1 1 Other special 1 2 1 2 Motherboard 1 3 1 2 1 Before YOU 1 3 1 2 2 Motherboard layou
139. modules into slots B1 and D1 for better compatibility Supports four 4 modules inserted into both the dark gray slots and black slots as two pairs of quad channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1 B1 C1 and D1 for better compatibility 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 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 2 5 Expansion slots N Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components ASUS Z97 PRO PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX16_2 E Om PCIEX16_3 lt Slot No Slot Description amp SSS Chapter 1 Product introduction PCI Express 3 0 operating mode VGA configuration PCle 3 0 2 0 x16_1 PCle 3 0 2 0 x16_2 x16 single VGA x8 e We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireXTM 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 B G H PCle x16 1 PCle x16 2 shared PCle x16 3 PCle x1 1 M PCle x1 2 PCle x1_3 E E PCle x1
140. n Control F6 Q EZ Tuning Wizard F11 Quick Note F9 Wednesday IT My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit Hardware Monitor lt Advanced Platform Misc Configuration a 3400 MHz PCI E Native Power Management Disabled PCI E 100 0 MHz DMI Link ASPM Control Disabled oR x ASPM Support Disabled A PCI DMI Link ASPM Control Disabled _ 1333 MHz PEG ASPM Support Disabled z 1024 MB ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 41 PCIE Native Power Management Disabled This item allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Express and perform ASPM operations in the operating system Configuration options Disabled Enabled The following item appears only when you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to Enabled Native ASPM Disabled Enabled Windows Vista OS controls the ASPM active state power management support for devices Disabled BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device PCH PCI Express options DMI Link ASPM Control Disabled This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management on both NB NorthBridge side and SB SouthBridge side of the DMI Link Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASPM Support Disabled This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy saving conditions Configuration options Disabled LOs L1 LOsL1 Auto SA PCI Express options DMI Link ASPM Control Disabled This item allows
141. ncluded in the support DVD Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals The software manual files are in Portable Document Format PDF Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files To read about your motherboard s utility guide 1 Click or tap Manual tab gt ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide elect items to install ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide Norton Internet Security UserGuide ASUS WebStorage Userns Manual Realtek HD Audio User s Manual Disk Unlocker User s Manual Intel 2013 Desktop 2 From the Manual folder open the Ji DVD RW Drive MB Support CD Manual ASUS Utility Search asus Organize v Burn to disc folder of the software manual that you wish to read 4 Files Currently on the Disc 3 AI Suite j BIOS Updater File folder File folder WebStorage File folder 3 Some software manuals are provided in different languages lt Manual MB Guide Open the language s folder to view the software manual ASUS Z97 PRO Series Organize v Burn to disc 4 Files Currently on the Disc 10 English dl Traditional_ Chinese di French German Japanese si AsusSetup AsusSetup Simplified_ Chinese The screenshots in this section are for reference only The actual software m
142. ng condition of your system Configuration options Disabled Enabled CPU Power Phase Control Auto This item allows you to set the power phase control of the CPU Configuration options Auto Standard Optimized Extreme Power Phase Response DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to Power Phase Response The thermal conditions should be monitored Phase Response LA The following item appears only when you set the CPU Power Phase Control to Power Power Phase Response Fast This item allows you to set a faster phase response for the CPU to increase system performance or to slower phase response to decrease DRAM power efficiency Configuration options Ultra Fast Fast Medium Regular CPU Power Duty Control T Probe DIGI VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions of every phase component T Probe Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance Extreme Select to maintain the current VRM balance N DO NOT remove the thermal module The thermal conditions should be monitored CPU Current Capability Auto This item provides a total power range for CPU overclocking A higher value setting provides higher power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously Configuration options Auto 10096 11096 12096 13096 14096 CPU Power Thermal Control 120 A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal ra
143. nge and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values depend on the CPU installed AN DO NOT remove the thermal module The thermal conditions should be monitored ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 23 DRAM Current Capability 100 This item adjusts the total power range for DRAM overclocking Set a higher value to provide a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously Configuration options 100 110 120 130 DRAM Switching Frequency Auto This item affects the overclocking range and system stability Set this item to Manual to manually set a fixed DRAM switching frequency for an increased overclocking range or enhanced system stability LA The following item appears only when you set the DRAM Switching Frequency to Manual Fixed DRAM Switching Frequency KHz 300 This item allows you to set a higher frequency for an increased overclocking range or a lower frequency for an enhanced system stability Use the lt gt or lt gt to adjust the value The values range from 300 KHz to 500 KHz with an interval of 50 KHz DRAM Power Phase Control Auto Optimized Set to the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile Extreme Set to the full phase mode Do not remove the thermal module when the extreme mode is selected The thermal conditions should be monitored Internal CPU Power Man
144. nitor Enabled Active Processor Cores ge na EA 100 0 MHz Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Execute Disable Bit Enabled LT T BEEN 3400 MHz Intel Virtualization Technology Hardware Prefetcher L2 Cache Enabled 1333 MHz Adjacent Cache Line Prefetcher Enabled Boot performance mode Max Non Turbo Performance 1024 MB Dynamic Storage Accelerator Disabled api ge gt CPU Power Management Configuration 12 096 V 7 CPU Power Management Configuration I Last Modified EzMode F7 gt Version 2 16 1240 Copyright C 2014 American Megatrends Inc Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled This item allows you to protect the CPU by decreasing its frequency as it reaches the thermal throttle point The thermal monitor includes TM1 Thermal monitor 1 TM2 Thermal monitor 2 and EMTTM Enhanced Multi threaded Thermal Monitoring Configuration options Disabled Enabled Hyper Threading Enabled Enable this item to allow a hyper threading supported CPU to work as two logical CPUs which allows the operating system to schedule two threads or processes simultaneously Disable this item to make the CPU process only one thread per activated core Active Processor Cores All This item allows you to select the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package Configuration options All 1 2 3 Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled When set to Enabled this item allows the legacy OS to boo
145. ns manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans operating speed Q Fan Tuning Select your target fan and then move the slider to select any of these profiles Standard Silent Turbo and Full Speed You can also move the slider to Manual and manually configure the fan s operating speed CPU FAN CHA1 FAN CHA2 FAN CHA3 FAN CHA4 FAN e 6 Standard Silent Turbo Full Spend Manual Undo Apply Exit so Speed points Click or tap to manually configure your fans To configure your fans 1 Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status 2 Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans operating speed 3 Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit ESC 3 8 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 2 4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to overclock your CPU and DRAM computer usage and CPU fan to their best settings You can also easily set RAID in your system using this feature EZ Tuning Wizard PC scenario CPU Freq 3400 MHz Ratio 34x Estimation tuning result BCLK 100 0 MHz Temp 45 C Main cooling system DRAM Freq 1024 MB DDR3 1333MHz Cancel System oc setup RAID setup Tuning your system settings To tune your settings 1 lt F11 gt on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen then click Next 2 SelectaPC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming
146. ntrol whole system cooling and even tailor your own app usages DIGI Power Control CPU Power Industry leading digital 16 phase power design ASUS CPU power utility DRAM Power Industry leading digital 2 phase DRAM power design ASUS DRAM power utility TPU ASUS Exclusive Auto Tuning TPU GPU Boost 2 level TPU switch Features EPU EPU EPU switch ASUS Fan Xpert3 Featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control Turbo App Featuring automatic system performance tuning network priority and audio scene configuration for selected applications UEFI BIOS Most advanced options with fast response time M 2 and SATA Express onboard The latest transfer technologies with up to 10 Gb s data transfer speeds Special Memory O C Design Superb memory O C capability under full load by minimizing the coupling noise and signal reflection effect continued on the next page Xii Z97 PRO specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Thunderbolt Ready Optional Blistering fast 20 Gb s data transfer upgrades with ThunderboltEX Il series ThunderboltEX Il series are purchased separately Interactive HomeCloud Wi Fi GO Remote GO Wi Fi GO Remote GO function Cloud GO Remote Desktop Remote Keyboard amp Mouse File Transfer Wi Fi GO amp NFC Remote app for portable smartphone tablet supporting iOS7 and Android 4 0 systems
147. on only e DONOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure LN Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu See section 3 10 Exit Menu for details 3 11 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file EN The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website If you want to use the newer BIOS file download the file at http support asus com and save it to a USB flash drive Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to the USB port 3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 automatically 4 The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting To ensure system compatibility and stability we recommend that you press lt F5 gt to load default BIOS values N DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so c
148. options Enabled Disabled Intel Smart Connect Technology This item allows the system to support Intel Smart Connect Technology that periodically refreshes selected applications when the system is in sleep mode Configuration options Enabled Disabled 3 6 3 PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices The SATA Port items show Empty if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port Scroll down to display the other BIOS items odes ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mo 26 02 2014 23 1 9 english E MyFavorite F3 ControKF6 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 Ev Quick Note F9 Wednesday Hardware Monitor My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit lt Advanced PCH Storage Configuration e m e m EE SATA Mode Selection AHCI M SATA Express SATAEXPRESS 1 and M 2 Configuration Aggressive LPM Support Disabled S M A R T Status Check On SATA6G_1 Gra gt SATA6G 1 Gray Hot Plug SATA6G 2 Gray gt SATA6G 2 Gray Hot Plug SATA6G 3 Gray gt SATAGG Grav Last Modified Version 2 16 1240 Copyright C 2014 American Megatrends Inc SATA Express SATAEXPRESS and M 2 Configuration Auto This item allows you to set an automatic detection between the SATA Express devices and M 2 devices Auto The system automatically detects the connec
149. or left and right track ensuring both sound deliver equal quality Top notch audio sensation delivers according to the audio configuration Clean layout design ensures precision analog digital separation and greatly reduced multi lateral interference EMI audio shielding to prevent electrical noise to affect the amplifier quality Premium Japan made audio capacitors provides warm natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity High quality 112dB SNR stereo playback output Line out back amp 104dB SNR recording input Line in support Absolute Pitch 192khz 24bit true BD lossless sound BD audio layer content protection DTS UltraPC Il DTS Connect Supports jack detection multi streaming Optical S PDIF out port at back I O continued on the next page Z97 PRO specifications summary Intel Z97 Express Chipset supports ASUS USB 3 0 Boost 6x USB 3 0 2 0 ports 4 ports at mid board 2 ports at rear panel blue 6 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 ports at mid board 2 ports at rear panel ASMedia USB 3 0 controller supports ASUS USB 3 0 Boost 2x USB 3 0 2 0 ports at rear panel blue High Performance 5 Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5 Whole system optimization with a single click 5 Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU EPU DIGI Power Control Fan Xpert 3 and Turbo APP together providing better CPU performance efficient power saving precise digital power co
150. or other installed PCI E LAN cards Configuration options Disabled Enabled Power On By RTC Disabled This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC Real Time Clock to generate a wake event and configure the RTC alarm date When enabled you can set the days hours minutes or seconds to schedule an RTC alarm date Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 6 9 Network Stack Configuration Va 9 UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Da 26 02 2014 23 2 0 D English MyFavorite F3 QfanControKF6 EZTuningWizard F11 E gt iss Wednesday LI My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit Ez Hardware Monitor lt Advanced Network Stack Configuration Network Stack Disabled 3400 MHz 45 C Network stack Disable This item allows you to disable or enable the UEFI network stack Configuration options Disable Enable 7 The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to Enabled Ipv4 ipv6 PXE Support Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4 Ipv6 PXE wake event Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 46 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 6 10 Intel Rapid Storage Technology ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced aim 28 02 2014 05 00 P English MyFavorite F3 Go QfanControKFe EZ Tuning Wizard F11 E gt Quick Note F9 Friday gt My Favorites Main Tweaker Monitor Boot Tool Exit Hardware Monitor gt CPU Con
151. orts 1 x M 2 Socket 1 x SATA Express connector black 6 x SATA 6 0Gb s connectors 4 x gray 2 x black 1 x 4 pin CPU Fan connector for both 3 pin DC mode and 4 pin PWM mode CPU coolers control 1 x 4 pin CPU Optional Fan connector CPU_OPT 4 x 4 pin Chassis Fan connectors for 3 pin DC mode and 4 pin PWM mode coolers control 1 x Front panel audio connector AAFP 1 x S PDIF out header 1 x 5 pin Thunderbolt header for Thunderbolt add on card support 1 x TPM connector 1 x 24 pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8 pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x MemOK button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x DRCT Direct Key connector 1 x TPU switch advanced two stage adjustments 1 x EPU switch 1 x EZ XMP switch 1 x Power on button 1 x System Panel Q Connector The CPU Q Fan control setting is set as default in Auto mode for detecting the type of CPU fan installed and switches to the control mode automatically 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 CrashFree BIOS 3 F11 EZ Tuning Wizard F6 Qfan Control F3 My Favorites Quick Note Last Modified Log F12 PrintScreen function F3 Shortcut function and ASUS DRAM SPD Serial Presence Detect memory information Manageability 2 0 DMI 2 7 WOL by PME PXE Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti virus software OEM version Operating syste
152. ot available Recovery capsule is not found Invalid recovery capsule Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started System Agent DXE initialization System Agent module specific PCH initialization is started PCH DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization PCH DXE Initialization PCH module specific ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection BDS phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset continued on the next page 1 30 Chapter 1 Product introduction Description USB Detect USB Enable Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Reserved for ASL see ASL Status Codes section below Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL see ASL Status Codes section bel
153. ow Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean up of NVRAM Configuration Reset reset of NVRAM settings Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error Out of Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output Devices are found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option Loadlmage returned error Boot Option is failed Startlmage returned error Flash update is failed Heset protocol is not available ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 31 ACPI ASL Checkpoints under OS Description System is entering S3 sleep state System is entering S4 sleep state System is entering S5 sleep state System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode Interrupt controller is in PIC mode System has transitioned into ACPI mode Interrupt controller is in APIC mode 1 32 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 2 9 1 Internal connectors SATA6G_56 SATAEXPRESS Intel Z97 Serial ATA 6 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_12 SATA6G_34 These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb s hard disk driv
154. pseoqsayiow E9062 First Edition April 2014 Copyright 2014 ASUSTeK 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 backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC ASUS Product warranty or service will not be extended if 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE
155. re support A Realtek HD Audio Manager with DTS UltraPC Il for Windows 8 1 Windows 8 Windows 7 Configuration option tabs vary with the audio devices connected FSU Realtek HD Audio Manager Digital Output Main Volume L Sound Effects Ld Sewer Pipe Bathroom Stone Room Control settings panel Environment lt None gt Equalizer lt None gt Analog Digital Output Optical Advanced settings Microphone Set default device button Auditorium Loudness Equalization Karaoke A 0 Voice Cancellation Digital 9 Analog and digital connector status ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4 19 D 4 20 Selecting an audio output Realtek HD Audio Manager allows you to select the type of audio output depending on the output device that you are using To select an audio output 1 Insert the audio device s jack to the Line Out lime port If the audio device s jack is already inserted to the corresponding port click or tap on the Realtek HD Audio Manager 2 On the pop up window tick the Which device did you plug in audio device that you plugged to the Line Out port then click or tap Next v Headphone Q Front Speaker Out a Ifyou select Headphone click or tap to select the type of headphone installed then click or tap OK b If you select Front Speaker Select speaker type Out click or tap to select the type of speaker inst
156. 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 2 Over Voltage jumper 3 pin CPU OV The CPU Overclocking jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system depending on the type of the installed CPU To gain more CPU voltage setting insert the jumper to pins 2 3 To go back to its default CPU voltage setting insert the jumper to pins 1 2 E rj CPU_OV 12 23 Disabled Enabled i d Default ES ME O E 1 0 o Om ceris mo Bim ii Z97 PRO CPU OV s
157. ror codes Microcode not found Microcode not loaded PEI Core is started Pre memory CPU initialization is started Pre memory System Agent initialization is started Pre memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization Reserved for ASL see ASL Status Codes section below Memory Installed CPU post memory initialization Post Memory System Agent initialization is started Post Memory PCH initialization is started DXE IPL is started Memory initialization error Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro code is not found or micro code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available Reserved for future AMI error codes S3 Resume is stared S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed continued on the next page ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 29 Description S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error Reserved for future AMI error codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware Auto recovery Recovery condition triggered by user Forced recovery Recovery process started Recovery firmware image is found Recovery firmware image is loaded Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is n
158. rts and recycling This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical and electronic equipment should not be placed in municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products DO NOT throw the mercury containing button cell battery in municipal waste This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste ASUS Recycling Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products batteries other components as well as the packaging materials Please go to http csr asus com english Takeback htm for detailed recycling information in different regions RF Equipment Notices CE European Community Compliance Statement The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999 519 EC Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields 0 300 GHz This wireless device complies with the R amp TTE Directive Wireless Radio Use This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency band Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy The radiated output power of the Wi Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the w
159. s the USB 3 0 devices that support UASP For a list of UASP supported USB 3 0 devices visit the ASUS website at www asus com e The data transfer speed varies with USB devices For a higher data transfer performance use a USB 3 0 device Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 3 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard s software drivers and BIOS easily With this utlity you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that displays during POST Launching EZ Update To launch EZ Update click or tap on the top right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu then select EZ Update Using EZ Update Click or tap to automatically update your motherboard driver software and firmware ASUS EZ Update wnloaded BIOS file then click MyLogo or BIOS Update F Z97 DELUXE ASUS 0001 CAP MyLogo Update Click or tap to search and Click or tap to select a Click or tap to select the BIOS file P lege update the BIOS ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4 9 4 10 Manually update the BIOS and selecting a boot logo Click or tap to search an image file for your boot logo 5 EZ Update Update Click or tap to go back to i ti EZ Update main screen BIOS and baat logs After you click or tap BIOS Update button click or tap Flash to update the BIOS and upload the boot logo in your system Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 4 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS
160. side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards 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 Before creating a RAID set refer to section 5 1 RAID configurations or the manual The M 2 Socket 3 and SATAEXPRESS connectors share the same PCle x2 bandwidth When you use both connectors the BIOS automatically detects the devices connected to these connectors and set a higher priority to SATAEXPRESS than M 2 Socket 3 interface Refer to section 3 6 4 PCH Storage Configuration of this user guide for more details e The SATAEXPRESS connector can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 33 2 ASMedia Serial ATA 6 Gb s connectors 7 SATA6G_E12 These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb s signal cables Ian CO cO00Op O ES O q LE O Si E L OO E ii ASUS Z97 PRO E 1 SATA6G E1 SATA6G_E2 EE m m GND GND E RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXN2
161. st Modified EzMode F7 gt Version 2 16 1240 Copyright C 2014 American Megatrends Inc ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 15 Ai Overclock Tuner Auto This item allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options Auto Loads the optimal settings for the system Manual Automatically optimizes the CPU ratio and BCLK frequency XMP When the XMP extreme memory profile mode is selected the BCLK frequency and memory parameters will be optimized automatically If you install memory modules supporting the XMP extreme memory profile Technology select this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance 7 The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to Manual _ CPU Strap Auto This item allows you to select a strap close to your target BCLK base clock for an extreme overclocking or leave it at Auto for the BIOS to upgrade Configuration options Auto 100MHz 125MHz 166MHz 250MHz Z The following item appears only when you set the CPU Strap to 100MHz 125MHz 167MHz or 250MHz Source Clock Tuner Auto This item allows you to select the source clock based on the assigned CPU strap for a better overclocking capability Configuration options BOhm dbl 7Ohm dbl 6Ohm dbl BOhm dbl 4Ohm dbl 3Ohm dbl 2O
162. t seen 1 4 1 2 3 Central Processing Unit CPU 1 6 1 2 4 System MEMON E 1 7 1 2 5 EXPANsIon s oscar CAS 1 18 1 2 6 Onboard buttons and 1 20 1 2 7 RR e 1 24 1 2 8 EEDS 1 26 1 2 9 INISMMALCONMNECIOrS iii orsi 1 33 Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 1 Building your PC system esee eene enne 2 1 2 1 1 Motherboard installation 2 1 2 1 2 OPUN aeneon 2 3 2 1 3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2 4 2 1 4 DIMM instala NON E 2 6 2 1 5 ATX Power gessi er 2 7 2 1 6 SATA device connection eese 2 8 2 1 7 Front O CONNECTION E T m T 2 9 2 1 8 Expansion Card installation ii 2 10 2 1 9 Wi Fi antenna installation 2 11 2 2 BIOS update Uli 2 12 2 3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2 14 2 3 1 Rear I O CONNECTION 2 14 2 3 2 Audio 2 16 2 4 Starting up for the first 2 18 2 5 Turning Off THE 2 19 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 1 Knowing BIOS
163. t or lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 40 C to 90 C Chassis Fan 1 4 Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle The values may differ via Qfan tuning Chassis Fan 1 4 Middle Temperature 45 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to set the value for Chassis Fan Middle Temperature Chassis Fan 1 4 Middle Duty Cycle 60 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the chassis fan middle duty cycle The values may differ via Qfan tuning Chassis Fan 1 4 Lower Temperature 40 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the chassis fans lower temperature The values may differ via Qfan tuning Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chassis Fan 1 4 Min Duty Cycle 60 Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle The values may differ via Qfan tuning Allow Fan Stop Disabled This item allows your fans to run at 0 duty cycle when the temperature of the source drops below the lower temperature Configuration options Disabled Enabled Anti Surge Support Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the OVP Over Voltage Protection and UVP Under Voltage Protection functions This causes the system to automatically shut down when the voltage exceeds the safe range that protects the motherboard s components Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 8 Boot menu T
164. t even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 33 i Cd P a ala LC e _ LI i gt 3 34 Execute Disable Bit Enabled Execute Disable prevents certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks when combined with a supporting OS SuSE Linux 9 2 RedHat Enterprise 3 Update 3 Configuration options Disabled Enabled Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled When set to Enabled a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology Configuration options Disabled Enabled Hardware Prefetcher L2 Cache Enabled This item allows the CPU to prefetch commands and data in the L2 cache reduces the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance Configuration options Disabled Enabled Adjacent Cache Line Prefetcher Enabled This item allows the mid level cache L2 to prefetch adjacent cache lines reducing the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance Configuration options Disabled Enabled Boot Performance Mode Max Non Turbo Performance This item allows you to select the CPU performance state during system boot before the operating system takes control The CPU runs at a selected performance ratio based on CPU configuration Configuration options Max Non Turbo Performance Max Battery Turbo
165. tandard The stability and compatibility of the memory modules depend on the CPU s capabilities and other installed devices Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency For an optimum compatibility we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code D C from the same vendor Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules Chapter 1 Product introduction Z97 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 3200 O C MHz capability Vendors Part No SS DS Chip Brand Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket NO support Optional AVEXIR AVD3UH32001304G 4CI XMP 16GB SS 4x4GB G SKILL F3 3200C12Q 16GTXDG XMP 16GB SS 4x4GB 13 15 15 35 1 65V 12 15 15 35 1 65V DDR3 3100 O C MHz capability Vendors Part No SS DS ChipBrand Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket NO support Optional 1 AVEXIR AVD3UH31001204G 4CI XMP 16GB 4x4GB SS A DATA AX3U3100W4G12 DMV XMP 8GB 2x4GB SS 12 14 14 35 1 65 12 14 14 36 1 65 DDR3 3000 O C MHz capability Vendors Part No Chip Brand d Timing Voltage DIMM socket NO support Optional 1 AVEXIR AVD3UH30001204G 4BZ1 XMP 16GB 12 14 14 35 4x4GB G SKILL F3 3000C12Q 16GTXDG XMP 16GB 4x4GB G SKILL F3 3000C12D 8GTXDG XMP 8GB 2x4B CORSAIR CMY8GX3M2A3000C12R XMP 8GB 2x4B 12 14 14 35 12 14 14 35 12 14 14 36 DDR3 2933 O C MHz capability Vendors SS Chip Chip NO Timing Vo
166. ted SATA Express and M 2 3400 MHz 100 0 MHz 34x 1333 MHz 1024 MB 12 096 V 3 168 V EzMode F7 devices and set a higher priority to M 2 over SATA Express interface SATA Express The system assigns the priority bandwidth to SATA Express interface M 2 The system assigns the priority bandwidth to M 2 Socket 3 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 37 3 38 By default the system detects the first priority device The device detection priority is as follows PCIe 2 gt SATA Mode M2 gt PCle SATA Express gt SATA Mode SATA Express gt SATA devices SATAEXPRESS SRIS Support Auto Auto The system will automatically adjust the SRIS Separate Reference Clock Independent Spread Spectrum Clocking Architecture support for connected M 2 or SATA Express devices Disabled Select this option for ASUS RUNWAY SATA Express bridge card SATA Mode Selection AHCI This item allows you to set the SATA configuration Disabled Disables the SATA function IDE Set to IDE when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices AHCI Set to AHCI when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally ta optimize the order of commands RAID Set to RAID w
167. ted after the next system bootup e You may use the 5 Way Optimization and TPU feature in the Al Suite application adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time However the system will use the last setting you have made 1 22 Chapter 1 Product introduction 5 EPU switch Enable this switch to automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption Enable this switch when the system is powered off 88 DI m N 1 q E d EH i E Om Disabled Enabled L ioa cars Default Z97 PRO EPU switch e The EPU LED OLED2 near the EPU switch lights up when the EPU switch is enabled Refer to section 1 2 8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the EPU LED e If you enable this switch under Windows OS environment the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup e You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at the same time However the system will use the last setting you have made ASUS Z97 PRO Series
168. tem allows you to enable disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled DRAM CLK Period Auto This item allows you to set a DRAM clock period Configuration options Auto 1 14 Channel A B DIMM Control Enable Both DIMMs This item allows you to enable or disable the DIMMs on channels A and B Configuration options Enable Both DIMMS Disable DIMMO Disable DIMM1 Disable Both DIMMS Scrambler Setting Optimized ASUS This item allows you to set the optimized mode to enhance system stability Configuration options Optimized ASUS Default MRC MCH Full Check Auto Enable this item to enhance the stability of your system Disable this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 21 Skew Control Adjust these items may enhance the DRAM overclocking capability and stability Transmitter Rising Slope Auto Configuration options Auto 0 31 Transmitter Falling Slope Auto Configuration options Auto 0 31 Transmitter Control Time Auto Configuration options Auto 0 31 Receiver Rising Slope Auto Configuration options Auto 0 31 Receiver Falling Slope Auto Configuration options Auto 0 31 Receiver Control Time Auto Configuration options Auto 0 31 External DIGI Power Control CPU Load line Calibration Auto Load line is d
169. tem allows you to set the I O voltage on the PCH Platform Controller Hub You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1 2000 V to 2 0000 V with a 0 0125 V interval VTTDDR Voltage Auto This item allows you to set the termination voltage for the system memory You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 6000 V to 1 0000 V with a 0 0125 V interval DRAM CTRL REF Voltage Auto This item allows you to set the DRAM reference voltage on the control lines from the memory bus You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 39500x to 0 63000x with a 0 00500x interval To set a value for the DRAM reference voltage we recommend you to set a value close to the standard value which is 0 500000x DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA CHB Auto This item allows you to set the DRAM reference voltage on the data lines on Channels A and B You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 39500x to 0 63000x with a 0 00500x interval amp To set a value for the DRAM reference voltage we recommend you to set a value close to the standard value which is 0 500000x Clock Crossing Boot Voltage Auto This item allows you to increase the value of the clock crossing boot voltage when the rising edge of the BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK D You can use the lt gt or
170. tem in section 3 8 Boot menu for details ZE Displays the system properties of the selected mode Click lt or gt to switch EZ System Tuning modes Displays the CPU motherboard temperature CPU voltage output CPU chassis power fan Selects the display language Creates storage RAID and speed and SATA information of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility EZ Mode SS 26 02 2014 9 ali i i Wednesday 23 1 7 English Q EZ Tuning Wizard F11 297 DELUXE BIOS Ver 0001 Intel R Core TM i5 4670K CPU 3 40GHz Speed 3400 MHz Memory 1024 MB DDR3 1333MHz 45 C N A N A Undefined 1024MB 1333MHz 2 N A N A ASUS DVD E818A6T ATAPI N A KINGSTON SH10353120G 120 0GB Switch all P4 KINGSTON 59103531206 114473MB Disabled E L i i ASUS DVD E818A6T 4069MB GIN FAN FAN E 1807 RPM gt CHA2 FAN CHA3 FAN o UEFI FAT ADATA USB Flash Drive 30146 _ e e si ary Nen FAN CPU FAN a 1120 RPM E 1 o ASUS DVD EB18A6T 4069MB EE Boot Menu F8 m Default F5 Save amp Exit F10 Advanced 7 _ Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode Shows the Displays the Advanced for Intel Rapid Storage Technology bootable devices mode menus Displays the CPU Fan s speed C
171. this means that the BIOS Flashback is not operating properly This may be caused by improper installation of the USB storage device and filename file format error If this scenario happens please restart the system to turn off the light e Updating BIOS may have risks If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system s failure to boot up please contact your local ASUS Service Center ASUS Z97 PRO Series 2 13 2 3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2 3 1 Rear I O connection PS 2 keyboard mouse combo port USB 3 0 ports E12 support ASUS USB 3 0 Boost Turbo Mode Optical S PDIF Out port Wi Fi 802 11 a b g n ac Bluetooth V4 0 HS Optional HDMI port VGA port DVI port Intel LAN RJ 45 port USB 3 0 ports 56 bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger USB 2 0 ports 910 Audio I O ports and Refer to the tables on the next page for Bluetooth Wi Fi module LEDs LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions 2 14 Chapter 2 Basic installation The plugged USB 3 0 device may run on xHCI mode or mode depending on the operating system s setting e USB3 0devicescan only be used as data storage only e We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB
172. tility To exit the utility 1 From the utility main menu select 5 Exit then press Enter The following warning message appears Are you sure you want to exit Y N 2 Press Y to exit or press N to return to the utility main menu 5 2 Creating a RAID driver disk A USB storage device with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set 5 2 1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows To create a RAID driver disk in Windows 1 Start Windows 2 Plug the USB storage device 3 Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive 4 Go to the Intel AHCI RAID Driver menu then click Intel AHCI RAID Driver path to open the RAID driver folder 5 Select 32bit or 64bit folder depending on your operating system Copy the files of the selected folder to the root path of your USB storage device To set Windows UEFI operating system under RAID mode ensure to load the UEFI driver for your optical drive ASUS Z97 PRO Series 5 7 5 2 2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation To install the RAID driver for Windows 7 1 During the OS installation click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation media containing the RAID driver 2 Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive and then click Browse 3 Click the name of
173. tor 5X Protection featuring all round protection provides the best quality reliability and durability USB 3 0 Boost USB Charger Ai Charger Disk Unlocker Al Suite 3 EZ Quiet Thermal Design ASUS Fan Xpert 3 ASUS Fanless Design Heat sink solution Precision Tweaker 2 vCore Adjustable CPU Core voltage at 0 001 V increment iGPU Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0 001 V increment vCCIO Adjustable Analog and Digital I O voltage at 0 001 V increment VCCIN Adjustable CPU Input voltage at 0 01 V increment vCCSA Adjustable CPU System Agent voltage at 0 001 V increment vDRAM Bus 144 step Memory voltage control vPCH 88 step Chipset voltage control SFS Stepless Frequency Selection BCLK PCIE frequency tuning from 80 MHz to 300 MHz at 0 1 MHz increment Overclocking Protection ASUS C P R CPU Parameter Recall 1 x PS 2 Keyboard mouse combo port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1x DVI D 1x RGB 1 x ASUS Wi Fi GO module Wi Fi 802 11 a b g n ac and Bluetooth v 4 0 Optional 1 x Optical S PDIF Out port 1 x LAN RJ45 port 4 x USB 3 0 2 0 ports blue bottom port of USB3 56 supports USB BIOS Flashback 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 8 channel Audio I O ports continued on the next page xiii Z97 PRO specifications summary Internal I O connectors 2 x 19 pin USB 3 0 2 0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 4 USB p
174. tp support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguage en us for details ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 39 1 40 10 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions ooo CO un m m m m 9 m D q E SP PLED SPEAKER EH ii a 5 5 gt prsa ASUS A O 0 00 Z97 PRO O a PANEL CITE PIN 1 ES Of 5 95 no Po K _ O O L ao n Q d L 2 K O fics HDD LED PWRSW RESET Z97 PRO System panel connector 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 HDD LED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD System warning speaker 4 pin S
175. troduction Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Buttons and switches Slots 1 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V 2 LGA1150 CPU socket 3 CPU CPU optional and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 4 pin CPU_OPT 4 pin CHA_FAN1 4 4 DDR3 DIMM slots 1 7 5 CPU Over Voltage jumper 3 pin CPU_OV 1 25 6 MemOK button 1 21 7 EZXMP switch 1 20 8 USB 3 0 connectors 20 1 pin USB3 12 USBS3 34 1 36 9 EPU switch 1 23 10 Intel 297 Serial ATA 6 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G 12 SATA6G 34 1 33 SATA6G_56 SATAEXPRESS 11 ASMedia Serial ATA 6 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G E12 1 34 12 M 2 Socket 3 1 34 13 T Sensor connector 2 pin T SENSOR 1 42 14 DirectKey connector 2 pin DRCT 1 41 15 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL 1 40 16 Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC 1 24 17 USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB1112 USB1314 1 37 18 TPU switch 1 22 19 TPM connector 20 1 pin TPM 1 41 20 BIOS Flashback button 2 12 21 Power on button 1 20 22 Thunderbolt header 5 TB HEADER 1 42 23 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP 1 35 24 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF OUT 1 35 25 Q Code LEDs 1 28 ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 5 1 6 1 2 3 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation and the New 4th Generation Intel Core i7 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i3 Pentium and Celeron processors
176. ty flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package vii 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 complete a task AN CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task Z 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 lt Key gt Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example lt Enter gt means that you must press the Enter or Return key lt Key1 gt lt Key2 gt lt Key3 gt If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign viii Z97 PRO specifications summary Chipset Expansion slots Multi GPU support LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation and New 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 Z97 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM 32 GB
177. up NumLock State Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable power on state of the NumLock Configuration options Disabled Enabled Wait For F1 If Error Enabled This item allows your system to wait for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs Configuration options Disabled Enabled Option ROM Messages Enabled Enabled The third party ROM messages will be displayed during POST Disabled Disables the ROM messages and displays only the ASUS logo during POST Interrupt 19 Capture Disabled This item allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by the option ROMs Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 53 3 54 Above 4G Decoding Disabled This item allows you to decode the 64 bit capable devices above 4G address space Ensure that your system supports 64 bit PCI decoding Configuration options Disabled Enabled Setup Mode EZ Mode Advanced Mode This item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST EZ Mode This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST CSM Compatibility Support Module This item allows you to configure the CSM Compatibility Support Module items to fully support the various VGA bootable devices and add on devices for better compatibility Launch CSM Enabled Auto The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add on devices Enabled For better compatibility enable the CSM to fully support the non
178. ust the value The minimum value depends on the installed CPU OC Tuner Keep Current Settings This item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance It also accelerates the CPU graphics performance to the extreme depending on the CPU graphics loading Configuration options Keep Current Settings Ratio First BCLK First Ensure that you installed an efficient CPU fan for CPU and graphics loading before selecting either BCLK First or Ratio First To keep the current overclocking tuner status select Keep Current Settings EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled The ASUS EPU Energy Processing Unit sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings Enable this item to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the best energy saving condition Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using the keyboard and press the lt Enter gt key Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable If this happens revert to the default settings Primary Timings DRAM CAS Latency Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 DRAM RAS to CAS Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 DRAM RAS PR
179. values range from 0 001V to 2 440 V with a 0 001 V interval CPU Input Voltage Auto This item allows you to set an input voltage for the CPU by the external voltage regulator By default this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 800 V to 2 700 V with a 0 010 V interval DRAM Voltage Auto This item allows you to set the DRAM voltage You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1 20 V to 1 92 V with a 0 005 V interval According to Intel CPU specifications DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1 65 V may damage the CPU permanently We recommend that you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1 65 V Chapter 3 BIOS setup PCH Voltage Auto This item allows you to set the Core voltage for the PCH Platform Controller Hub You can use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 70 V to 1 80 V with a 0 0125 V interval Z e The values of the CPU PLL Voltage CPU Manual Voltage CPU Offset Voltage iGPU Manual Voltage iGPU Offset Voltage DRAM Voltage VCCSA Voltage VCCIO Voltage and PCH Voltage items are labeled in different color indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings e system may need better cooling system for a more stable performance under high voltage settings PCH VLX Voltage Auto This i
180. wing the CPU information Click or tap the CPU tab to view the processor s information AES System Information MB SPD Processor Manufacturer Intel Caption Intel64 Family 6 Model 60 Stepping 3 Name Intel R Core TM i5 4670K CPU 3 40GHz Socket SOCKET 1150 Family 6 Model Cc Stepping Ext Family 6 Ext Model 3C Instructions MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 VT x SSE4 2 AES AVX EM64T SSE4A 32 KB 32 x 256 x6144 KB Threads ASUS Z97 PRO Series 4 17 Viewing the SPD information Click or tap the SPD tab to view the memory s information FELIS System Information om SU MB 4 5 Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 8 channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer The software provides Jack Sensing function S PDIF Out support and interrupt capability The CODEC also includes the Realtek proprietary UAJ Universal Audio Jack technology for all audio ports eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed you will find the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar Double click or tap on the icon to display the Realtek HD ARRE TI Audio Manager Realtek HD Audio Manager Chapter 4 Softwa
181. ww asus com after using the MemOK function ASUS Z97 PRO Series 1 21 4 TPU switch With its two level adjustment functions the TPU allows you to automatically adjusts the CPU ratio and clock speed for an optimal system performance AN e Enable this switch when the system is powered off e When the switch is set to Enabled I CPU Ratio Boost the system automatically adjusts the CPU ratio for an enhanced performance e When the switch is set to Enabled CPU BCLK and Ratio Boost the system automatically adjusts the base clock rate BLCK and the CPU ratio for a more enhanced performance BRE DI H x s d B Er amp TPU Z97 PRO a co TPU_I TPU II CT K Q i Disabled Enabled Enabled 40918 mo Default CPU Ratio Boost CPU BCLK and Z97 PRO TPU switch Ratio Boost 7 e The TPU LED LED near the TPU switch lights up when the TPU switch is enabled Refer to section 1 2 8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the TPU LED e If you enable this switch under Windows OS environment the TPU function will be activa
182. y Favorites Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Ez Hardware Monitor CPU 3400 MHz 100 0 MHz Memory 1333 MHz 1024 MB Language English System Date 26 02 2014 Voltage System Time 23 17 58 12 096 V 4 960 V Choose the default language Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mo 26 02 2014 eG Q ing Wi E Qui 23 1 7 Lt English MyFavorite F3 go Qfan Control F6 Ad EZ Tuning Wizard F11 Quick Note F9 Wednesday L a My Favorites Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit ES Hardware Monitor lt Main Security CPU Administrator Password User Password LA e Ifyou have forgotten your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 1 2 7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button e The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed After you set a password these items show Installed ASUS Z97 PRO Series 3 13 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 fields in the BIOS setup program To set an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press lt Enter gt 2

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