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    Motherboard Z97-K/USB 3.1
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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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    Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z97-K/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 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-10 1.6
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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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    Application DVD Documentation ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 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. Z97-K/USB 3.1 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots LGA1150 socket for
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    * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output Intel® Z97 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at the back panel, teal blue) - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at midboard, 2 ports at the back panel, blue
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    Z97-K/USB 3.1 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/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS quiet thermal solution ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors Quiet Thermal Design - ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ - Stylish Fanless Design: PCH Heat-sink & MOS Heat-sink solution Precision Tweaker 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU Core
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    Z97-K/USB 3.1 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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    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-K/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-K/USB 3.1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    ) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR HDMI ASM 1442K USB7/8 USB 3.1 _E12 LAN_USB3_56 AUDIO RTL 8111GR ASM 1083 LGA1150 ASM CHA_FAN1 1142 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 BATTERY Z97-K/USB 3.1 PCIEX1_2 Intel® Z97 M.2(SOCKET3) USB3_12 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 30.5cm(12.0in) 2 2 6 7 Super I/O ALC
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    Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation, New 4th Generation and 5th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® , and Celeron® processors. Z97-K/USB 3.1 Z97-K/USB 3.1 CPU socket LGA1150 Unplug all power cables
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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-K/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. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    B A 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Z97-K/USB 3.1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and
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    to Intel CPU same version or date code (D/C) from memory on the motherboard, the actual 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/USB 3.1 1-9
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    Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports
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    x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 1-11
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    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. Z97-K/USB 3.1 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC
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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/USB 3.1 1-13
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    USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB . • Intel® display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks
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    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. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 1-15
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    R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L Z97-K/USB 3.1 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-K/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
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    GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND Z97-K/USB 3.1 Intel® SATA 6 Gb/s connectors • These a RAID set, refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • When using hot-plug and NCQ user guide for more details. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 1-17
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    opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Z97-K/USB 3.1 PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT Z97-K/USB 3.1 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 6. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys
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    at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 8. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out Z97-K/USB
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    + GND NC USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND Z97-K/USB 3.1 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 Z97-K/USB 3.1 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is
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    supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL +PWR LED- PWR BTN PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR GND HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- Ground HWRST# (NC) Z97-K/USB 3.1 PIN 1 +HDD_LED- RESET Z97-K/USB is read from or written to the HDD. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR_BTN) This ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 1-21
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    USB3.0 Front panel connector • The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this connector. 12. M.2 Socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. Z97-K/USB 3.1 SCOKET3 Z97-K/USB 3.1 M.2 socket • This socket supports
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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-K/USB 3.1 1-23
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    1-24 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-K/USB 3.1 2-1
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    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 . 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/USB 3.1 2-3
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    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 the optical drive as the boot device. Please
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    Current ROM BOARD: Z97-K/USB 3.1 VER: 0303 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 01/08/2009 PATH: C:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown C: update the BIOS? Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is not supported due to security regulations. 5. Select Yes then press . ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-5
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    navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press 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
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    to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Shows the bootable devices Displays the Advanced mode menus Saves the changes Selects the boot and resets the device priority system The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS Z97-K/USB
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    Note Hot Keys Sub-menu item Menu items General help Configuration fields Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to EZ Mode Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    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 the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 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 Click to undo the changes Click to apply the fan setting Click to go back to main menu ASUS Z97-K/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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    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/USB 3.1 2-13
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    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 your RAID Easy Backup or Super Speed, then click Next. a. For Easy Backup, click Next then select
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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/USB 3.1 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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    menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. 2.4.1 Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS default Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-17
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    Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password,
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    manually. The following five items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. CPU Strap [Auto] Manually select a strap value that is close to the target BCLK frequency for extreme overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [100MHz] [125MHz] [167MHz] [250MHz] ASUS Z97-K/USB
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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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    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. If you assign BCLK frequency to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100:100. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-21
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    [BCLK + Ratio Tuning] or [Ratio First]. To keep the current overclocking tuner status, 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 settings. Enable this item to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore
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    Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the CPU power voltage item appears only when you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) [250] This item allows you the current VRM balance. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-23
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    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 their features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] This item allows the operating system to
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    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 [ 25.0%] [12.5%] [0%] [-12.5%] [-25.0%] [-37.5%] [-50.0%] [-62.5%] [-75.0%] [-87.5%] [-100%] ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-25
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    a high Core Frequency value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] • The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Manual Mode]. • [Adaptive Mode] is available for some specific CPU types. CPU
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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 value. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-27
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    Graphics Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU graphics 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 CPU Graphics Voltage to
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    following item appears only when you set SVID Support to [Enabled]. SVID Voltage Override [Auto] This Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend that you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. ASUS Z97-K/USB
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    2.5.25 PCH VLX Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the I/O voltage on the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). You can use the or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.1850V to 2.1350V with a 0.0050V interval. 2.5.26 PCH Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the core
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    be different due to the CPU you installed. Hyper-threading [Enabled] The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors EMTTM (Enhanced Multi-threaded Thermal Monitoring). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-31
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    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
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    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-K/USB 3.1 2-33
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    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
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    the onboard storage driver to enable Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 (Gray) ~ SATA6G_6(Gray)) These items allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-K/USB
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    PCI graphics devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [CPU Graphics] [PCIE] [PCI] 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] [Enabled] CPU Graphics Multi-Monitor
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    ] [CD-ROM] USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-37
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    for the ASPM to take effect. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] 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] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [L1] [L0sL1
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    USB 3.1 Controller item to [Enabled]. USB 3.1_1/USB3.1_2 [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable USB3.1_1/USB3.1_2 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Asmedia USB 3.1 Battery Charging Support . Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-39
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    up via the power button, devices in LAN, or other ways except via the USB and PS/2 devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ErP Ready [Enabled] on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On
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    days, hours, minutes, or seconds to schedule an RTC alarm date. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.9 Network Stack Configuration when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-41
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    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 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
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    fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan 1/2 Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Fan 1/2 Upper Temperature [70] Use the or keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 40°C to 75°C. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-43
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    ] This function allows the fan to run at 0% duty cycle when the temperature of the source is dropped below the lower temperature. 2.7.6 Anti Surge Support [On] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [On] [Off] 2-44 Chapter 2: Getting started
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    go back to normal boot speed. SATA Support [All Devices] [All Devices] All USB devices will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. [Partial Initialization] For a faster POST time, only the USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected. ASUS Z97-K/USB
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    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. [Enabled] Select to load the network stack driver during POST. Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal
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    Ensure that your system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. driver first] [Ignore] Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices [Legacy OPROM first] Allows you to select the type of PCIe/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] ASUS Z97-K/USB
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    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 Keys This item allows you to save all the Secure Boot keys to a USB storage device. PK Management The Platform Key (PK) locks and secures the
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    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 Allows you to delete the dbx or select No to load a downloaded dbx from a USB storage device. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-49
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    dbx or select No to append a downloaded additional dbx from a USB storage device to forbid certain customized UEFI executable files. The DBX > after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. 2.8.12 Boot Override These items
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    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. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 2-51
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    2.9.4 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot number [DIMM_A1] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) a confirmation window appears. Select OK 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
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    interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. l'appareil. ASUS Z97-K/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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    alle direttive CE. Per maggiori informazioni fate riferimento alla dichiarazione di conformità CE. ASUS AsusTek Inc CE CE Hrvatski AsusTek Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređ Direktiva EK. Za više informacija molimo pogledajte Deklaraciju o usklađenosti EK. ASUS Z97-K/USB 3.1 A-3
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    Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax Telephone Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen
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    Representative Person's Name : Steve Chang / President Signature : Date : Feb. 11, 2015 Ver. 140331 EC Declaration of PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : Z97-K/USB 3.1 conform with the essential
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