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    Z97-K R2.0 Motherboard
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    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 from http://support.asus.com/download problems
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    this guide iv Package contents vi Z97-K R2.0 specifications summary vi 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 1-10 1.6 Jumpers 1-12 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Software support
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    qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. About this guide This user guide contains
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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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    contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Z97-K R2.0 motherboard 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
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    Z97-K R2.0 specifications summary Graphics Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio USB Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI, DVI-D, RGB port Supports HDMI with max. resolution of 4096 x 2160 @24Hz / 2560 x 1600 @60Hz Supports DVI-D with max.
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    Z97-K R2.0 specifications summary ASUS special features High Performance ASUS 5X PROTECTION - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 4 Phase digital power design - ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Short circuit damage prevention - ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid
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    Z97-K R2.0 specifications summary ASUS quiet thermal solution ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors Quiet Thermal Design - ASUS 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x M.2
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    Z97-K R2.0 specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD OS support Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.8.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick
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    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-K R2.0 1-1
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    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-K R2.0 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    RTL 8111GR ASM 1083 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 BATTERY PCIEX1_2 Z97-K R2.0 SOCKET3 5 6 7 Intel® Z97 Super I/O ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI1 8 64Mb BIOS PCI2 COM CLRTC SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 USB910 USB1112 USB1314 PANEL SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 5 13 12 11 10 9 ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-3
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    pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. LGA1150 CPU socket 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6) 6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® , Celeron® processors. Z97-K R2.0 Z97-K R2.0 CPU socket LGA1150 Unplug all power cables before installing the
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    if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on /incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Z97-K R2.0 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-K R2.0 1-7
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    A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Z97-K R2.0 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 Z97-K R2.0 240-pin DDR3 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. • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus
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    1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To install a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-9
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    Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable
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    has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with HD audio - - - - - - shared - SATA controller 1 - - - shared - - - - SATA controller 2 XHCI controller - - - shared - - - - - - - - - shared - - ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-11
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    data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Z97-K R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Z97-K R2.0 Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the
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    port connects to a microphone. Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-13
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    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 (Pixel Clock = H total x V Total x Frame Rate (Screen refresh rate)): - DVI port: 165 MHz - VGA port: 180 MHz
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    at the back of the system chassis. COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI Z97-K R2.0 Z97-K R2.0 Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-15
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    power. • The CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2+ feature. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. To set these GND Z97-K R2.0 RAID set, refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • When using hot-plug and
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    the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Z97-K R2.0 SPDIF_OUT Z97-K R2.0 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-17
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    connectors completely fit. EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC Z97-K R2.0 GND GND GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for
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    Z97-K R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND Z97-K R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-19
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    panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR_LED- SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker Z97-K R2.0 PANEL PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground +HDD_LED- PWR_SW RESET Z97-K R2.0 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin
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    3.0 module is purchased separately. • You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this connector. 10. M.2 Socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. Z97-K R2.0 SCOKET3 Z97-K R2.0 M.2 socket • This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
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    which lists the unique features of your ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI/RAID Driver, Manual, Contact, and Specials tabs to display their respective menus. The following screen is for reference only. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to
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    .0-ASUS-0302.CAP Model Name: Z97-K R2.0 Version:0302 Release Date: 07/30/2014 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-K R2
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    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 process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. • This function supports USB flash disks formatted using FAT32/16 on a single partition only. • DO
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    from http://support.asus.com and save them in your USB flash drive. NTFS is not supported under FreeDOS environment. Ensure that your USB flash drive is in single partition and in FAT32/16 format. • Turn off the computer. • Ensure that your computer has a DVD optical drive. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-3
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    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 ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB)
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    the BIOS update. Are you sure you want to update the 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 the Exit BIOS menu. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for details. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-5
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    parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. •
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    to manually tune the fans Shows the bootable devices Loads optimized default settings Displays the Advanced mode menus Saves the changes and resets the system Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS Z97-K R2
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    2.2.2 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. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press .
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    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. Refer to section 2.2.3 QFan Control for more information. EZ mode. Refer to section 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-9
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    above the menu 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 the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. Hot keys This button above
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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 fans Click to undo the changes Click to apply the fan setting Click to go back to main menu ASUS Z97-K R2.0 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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    of the CPU fan type, click I'm not sure. The system automatically detects the CPU fan type. 4. Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto-tuning. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-13
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    Creating RAID To create RAID: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard 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
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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-K R2.0 2-15
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    Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: 1. Press 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 Submenu panel Selected shortcut items
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    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. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-17
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    To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press <
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    following three items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [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-K R2.0 2-19
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    ] [Disabled] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings 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
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    . 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] ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-21
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    , select [Keep Current Settings]. 2.5.12 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption item appears only when you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) [250] This item allows you
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    [130%] [140%] Choose a higher 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 to set the CPU ratio and or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1 W to 4096 W. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-23
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    ] [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
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    Voltage 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-K R2.0 2-25
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    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 Voltage to [Manual Mode]. • [Adaptive Mode] is available for some specific CPU types. CPU
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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-K R2.0 2-27
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    CPU from communicating with the external voltage regulator. 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 override. By default, this item takes the
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    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] ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-29
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    2.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU
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    [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this item allows the legacy OS to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute Disable Bit [ CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The system controls the CPU speed. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-31
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    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] CFG lock
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    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 no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-33
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    item allows you to enable or disable PCIe 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
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    480MB] [512MB] 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: [Auto] [Disabled] [ Configuration Allows you to configure the memory configuration parameters. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-35
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    . The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [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
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    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 ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-37
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    options: [Enabled] [Disabled] PCI Express X16_2 slot (Black) bandwidth [X2 mode] [X4 mode] PCIe X16_2 slot runs at X4 mode for high performance support. PCIe X1_1 and PCIe X1_2 will be disabled. [X2 mode] PCIe X16_2 slot runs at X2 mode with all slots enabled. Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled
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    Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following two items appear 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 wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-39
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    2.7 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. 2.7.1 CPU/ MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]/ [Ignore] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and
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    quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set CPU limit, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-41
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    ] 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. The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan 1/2 Profile to
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    range from 60% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit, the chassis fan operates at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-K R2.0 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 [All Devices] [All Devices] All devices connected to SATA ports are available during POST. This process extends the POST time. [Hard Drive Only
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    /2 devices will not be available until your computer enters the operating system. Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-45
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    during POST. Disables the ROM messages and displays only the ASUS logo during POST. 2.8.6 Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] This item 64-bit capable devices above 4G address space. Ensure that your system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.8.8 Setup
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    Get the optimized function when booting on Windows® non-UEFI mode. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. Key Management This allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys. Install Default as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-47
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    KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft® Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). Delete KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Once the KEK is
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    startup, 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-K R2.0 2-49
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    functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. 2.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.9.2 Setup Animator [Enabled] Enables or disables the Setup
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    2.9.4 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot number [DIMM_A1] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot. option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-51
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    2-52 Chapter 2: Getting started
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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 that y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l'appareil. Z97-K R2.0 A-1
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    interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. KC: Korea Warning Statement REACH Complying with the REACH the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the
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    Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://www.asus.com/de/support/ Z97-K R2.0 A-3
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    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-K R2.0 conform with the essential requirements of the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive
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Z97-K R2.0
Motherboard