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    Motherboard Z97-E/USB 3.1
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    permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will 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
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    Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-8 1.5 Expansion slots 1-11
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    . • 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
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    , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE
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    Documentation ASUS Motherboard - Z97-E/USB 3.1 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Multi-GPU support LGA1150
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    -retasking Intel® Z97 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at back panel [blue]) - 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at back panel) ASMedia® USB3.1 controller - supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports
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    Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS EPU - EPU Interactive HomeCloud Media Streamer - Pipe music or movies from your PC to a smart TV - Media Streamer app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS 7
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    Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary Rear Panel I/O ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x VGA port 1 x Intel LAN (RJ45) port 2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (teal blue) 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 7.1-channel Audio I/O ports
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    x
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    the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-1
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    in the image. 1.2.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) HDMI ASM 1442K USB3.1_E12 LAN_USB3_34 AUDIO Intel® I218-V ASM 1083 LGA1150 ASM 1142 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_3 BATTERY
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    CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_FAN2, 4-pin CHA_FAN3) 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. Intel® LGA1150 CPU socket 4. M.2 Socket 3 5. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 7. Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_5, SATA6G_6, SATAEXPRESS
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    if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-5
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    4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-7
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    or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65 V is recommended to protect the CPU. Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB unbuffered
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    the motherboard, manual 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-E/USB
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    1.4.3 Installing a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A 1-10 A Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots that support PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-11
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    for this motherboard I.G.D. HD Audio 1 Controller EHCI 1 Controller EHCI 2 Controller XHCI Controller SATA Controller PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 PCIE x1_1 PCIE x1_2 PCIE x1_3 Intel LAN PCI Slot 1 PCI Slot 2 Asmedia USB3.1 A B C D E F G H Shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shared
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    PIN 1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to
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    1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 9 8 7 6 5 4 1. PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard combo port. This port connects to a PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard. 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port
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    . Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. • Multi-VGA output supports up to three displays under Windows® OS environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. • Intel display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks
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    at the back of the system chassis. COM PIN 1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 2. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and
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    . 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 1/2/3 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-17
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    Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts Z97-E/USB 3.1 ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us
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    L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-E/USB 3.1 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect
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    + GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND Z97-E/USB 3.1 USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • These connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may
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    . If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID]. Refer to section 2.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-21
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    RSATA_RXP6 GND Floating Device_Reset GND Detection SATAEXPRESS Z97-E/USB 3.1 Intel® SATA 6 Gb/s connectors • These connectors BIOS to [RAID]. Refer to section 2.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the manual bundled in the motherboard support
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    supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR_LED- SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker Z97-E/USB 3.1 PANEL PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground +HDD_LED- PWR_SW RESET Z97-E/USB hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2- ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-23
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    shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. Z97-E/USB 3.1 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off Z97-E/USB 3.1 Standby power LED 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    only. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-25
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    1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-1
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    ‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file 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
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    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 FreeDOS environment. Ensure
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    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 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
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    Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: Z97-E/USB 3.1 BIOS? Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is not supported due to security regulations. 5. Select Yes then press . When BIOS update is done, press to exit BIOS Updater. 6. Restart your computer
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    what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing
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    button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Shows the bootable devices Saves the changes and resets the system Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS Z97-E/USB
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    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 settings Goes back to EZ Mode Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting
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    ) 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. Refer to section 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-9
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    bar allows you to key in notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    2.2.3 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 configured Click to undo the changes Click to apply the fan setting Click to go back to main menu ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-11
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    configure your fans' operating speed. Speed points Click 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
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    on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen, then click Next. from the BIOS screen to open 2. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. 3. Select the CPU fan type (Box type. 4. Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto-tuning. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-13
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    screen. 2. Click RAID then click Next. from the BIOS screen to open • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA connectors. 3. Select the type of storage for the setup then click OK to reset your system. 2-14 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    2.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-15
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    > on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in MyFavorites screen. Main menu panel Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. 2-16 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    , time, language, and security settings. 2.4.1 Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] [Español 2.4.2 Security The Security to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-17
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    to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-18 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. 2.5.1 Ai Manual]. 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] ASUS Z97-E/USB
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    Auto] This item allows you to start overclocking the system from the initial ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Limit value that must be higher
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    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 + Ratio Tuning] ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-21
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    Settings]. 2.5.12 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the CPU power voltage you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) started
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    value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. 2.5.15 Internal CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you set the CPU ratio and their features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] This item allows the operating seconds. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-23
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    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 when it exits manual override mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] 2-24 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    to [Manual Mode]. • [Adaptive Mode] is available for some specific CPU types. CPU Core Voltage Override [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Core Voltage override. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-25
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    Increase the voltage when setting a high CPU cache frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode]. • The following item appears only when you set the CPU Cache The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. 2-26 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    voltage. Increase the graphics voltage when increasing the iGPU frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode]. • The following item appears only when you set the Voltage offset and Additional Turbo Mode CPU Graphics Voltage options. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-27
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    Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 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 values range from 0.001V to 2.440 V with a 0.001 V interval. 2-28 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    value. The values range from 1.1850V to 1.8000V with a 0.0050V interval. According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend BCLK overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-29
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    show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] This item each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] 2-30 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    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 ] [Disabled] Turbo Mode is only available on selected CPU models only. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-31
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    options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Package C State Support [Auto] This item allows you to set the a C-state support for the CPU package. Configuration options: [Auto] Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable Intel® Rapid Start Technology
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    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 : PCIe M.2 > SATA Mode M.2 > PCIe SATA Express > SATA Mode SATA Express. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-33
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    support for connected SATA Express devices. [Disabled] Select this option for ASUS allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial Support [Disabled] This item is designed for LPM (link power management) support enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled]
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    [512M] Render Standby [Auto] This item allows you to enable Intel® Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU power use when the system is idle. Configuration options: ] to support high frequency DRAMs for a better stability. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-35
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    USB devices at startup. If any USB devices are detected, the legacy USB support is enabled. Intel xHCI Mode [Smart Auto] [Auto] The xHCI is automatically enabled and runs at USB 3.0 mode when the xHCI driver USB ports. Refer to section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB
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    state power management) support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. PCH 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 ASUS Z97-E/USB
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    support. PCIe X1_2 will be disabled. [X1 mode] USB 3.1 controller item to [Enabled]. USB 3.1_1 [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the USB 3.1_1 port. Disables the port. USB 3.1_2 [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the USB 3.1_2 port. Disables the port. Intel started
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    =3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] 2.6.8 APM ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows BIOS to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-39
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    only when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. 2.7.1 Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed
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    Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 25ºC to 75ºC. ASUS Z97-E/USB
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    temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. 2-42 Chapter 2: Getting
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    items appear only when you set Chassis Fan 1/2/3 Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Fan 1/2/3 Upper Temperature [70] Use the or ] 2.7.7 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-43
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    BIOS items. 2.8.1 Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Select to accelerate the boot speed. Select to go back to normal boot speed. SATA Support to a SATA ports are detected during POST. USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled] All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up
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    computer enters the operating system. Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from to select the desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup. You can only execute the POST delay time during Normal ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-45
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    ASUS supports BIOS after POST. 2.8.9 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. [Disabled] Disable the CSM to fully support driver [UEFI driver first]
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    when booting on Windows® non-UEFI mode. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. Key Management This allows you to manage the Secure a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 2-47
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    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 Allows you to delete the db file from your system. or select No to load a downloaded dbx from a USB storage device. 2-48 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    , press when ASUS Logo appears. 2.8.12 Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears 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-E/USB 3.1 2-49
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    to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a profile number from one to eight, press , 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. 2-50 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows 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-E/USB
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    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 compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l'appareil. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 A-1
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    use the equipment according to the instruction manual. KC: Korea Warning Statement REACH at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from
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    uzyskania szczegółów, sprawdź Deklarację zgodności CE. Português A AsusTek Inc. declara que este dispositivo está em conformidade com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições relevantes das Diretivas da CE. Para mais detalhes, consulte a Declaração de Conformidade CE. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 A-3
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    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 [email protected] Web site http://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-3842-9911 +86-21-5866-8722
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    : Address, City: Country: declare the following apparatus: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : Z97-E/USB 3.1 conform with the essential requirements of the
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