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    Z97-P 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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    guide iv Package contents vi Z97-P 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 1-10 1.6 Jumpers 1-12 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Software support
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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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    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Z97-P 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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    for headphone and speakers - Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs - Supports jack-detection and front panel jack-retasking Intel® Z97 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board; 4 ports at rear panel, blue) - 8 x USB
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    Gaming Scenario Steam support - Compatible with the most fun gaming platform under Windows® system ASUS Exclusive Features - GPU Boost - USB 3.0 Boost - Ai Charger - AI Suite 3 - Disk Unlocker EZ DIY Push Notice - Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - featuring
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    Z97-P 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-P 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 Note,
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    note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from 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
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    removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage to motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, place it indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the
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    1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 1 4 21.3cm(8.4in) KBMS EATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 DVI_VGA DDR3 DIMM_A1 ( ASM 1083 BATTERY PCIEX1_2 Z97-P M.2(SOCKET3) USB3_12 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 5 6 7 Intel® Z97 Super I/O ALC 891 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI1 64Mb BIOS PCI2 SPEAKER 8 COM
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    /2) 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. LGA1150 CPU socket 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 12 1-19 1-19 1-15 1-17 1-17 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation, New 4th Generation
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    only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Z97-P 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-P 1-7
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    , refer to section 2.5 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. • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product
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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-P 1-9
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    the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. 2. 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
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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 - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - shared - - ASUS Z97-P 1-11
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    which include system setup information such as system passwords. CLRTC Z97-P 12 23 Normal (Default) Z97-P Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: . 4. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove 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-P 1-13
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    be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. • Intel® display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks (Pixel
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    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. ASUS Z97-P 1-15
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    these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 2.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating 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, set the SATA
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    PORT2 L Z97-P HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-P Front panel motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • 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
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    GND GND GND GND GND GND GND Z97-P +5 Volts PSON# GND GND +3 Volts -12 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 Z97-P ATX power connectors • For a fully the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for
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    USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND Z97-P 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. 9. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system
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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-P PIN 1 +HDD_LED- RESET Z97 or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR_SW) This connector is for the
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    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. M.2 (SOCKET3) Z97-P Z97-P M.2 socket • This socket supports M Key and type 2260/2280 storage devices. • When
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    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 install
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    to automatically 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-P 2-1
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    to the Folder Info field. 6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to perform the BIOS update 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 NOT shut
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    BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into Z97P.CAP. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS
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    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 the optical drive
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    NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failaure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for details. ASUS Z97-P 2-5
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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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    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-P 2-7
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    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 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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    ) 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-P 2-9
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    Note (F9) This button 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
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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 fans Click to undo the changes Click to apply the fan setting Click to go back to main menu ASUS Z97-P 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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    : 1. Press 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 CPU fan type. 4. Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto-tuning. ASUS Z97-P 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
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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-P 2-15
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    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 3. Select an item from main menu panel
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    date, 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 able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. ASUS Z97-P 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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    on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. 2.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] This item allows following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. Filter PLL [Auto] Set this item to high BCLK (base clock) mode
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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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    for CPU and graphics loading before selecting either [BCLK + Ratio Tuning] or [Ratio Tuning]. To keep the current overclocking tuner status, select [Keep Current Settings]. ASUS Z97-P 2-21
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    2.5.11 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum should be monitored. The following item appears only when you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) [250] This item allows you to set a higher
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    [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. 2.5.14 Internal CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and their keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1 to 127 in seconds. ASUS Z97-P 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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    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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    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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    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 Voltage offset and Additional Turbo Mode CPU Graphics Voltage options. ASUS Z97-P 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-P 2-29
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    . Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu 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
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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-P 2-31
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    item allows you to set the duration of C7 latency for C7 state. Configuration options: [Short] [Long] Package C-States 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] 2.6.2 PCH
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    from 0 minute (immediately) to 120 minutes. Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled] The system automatically goes into sleep mode when 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. ASUS Z97
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    Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. items allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] M.2 Press
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    this item to support audio output for [Auto] This item allows you to enable Intel® Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU power use when the system is idle. Configuration options: Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to support high frequency DRAMs for a better stability. Configuration
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    Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Your system supports the USB devices in legacy operating systems. [Disabled] Your USB devices can be used for BIOS driver is installed in the operating system. [Smart Auto] Upon detection, the xHCI driver supports to section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout for the location
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    support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows Support [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS that the front panel audio module supports. [HD Audio] Sets the
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    SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to an SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to an HDMI audio output. Depop [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Realtek PXE
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    Power key 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 By 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
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    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 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
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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 for 3-pin chassis fan. Disables the chassis Q-Fan control feature. ASUS Z97-P 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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    down to display the other 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 , only the USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected. ASUS Z97-P 2-43
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    Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. [Enabled] Select to load the network stack driver to select the desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup. You can only execute the POST delay time during Normal Boot
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    ASUS supports 64 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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    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. Key Management This allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys. Install Default Secure Boot keys This item allows you to
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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 db file dbx or select No to load a downloaded dbx from a USB storage device. ASUS Z97-P 2-47
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    installed in the system. • To access Windows® OS in Safe Mode, press 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 displays the available devices. The number of device items that
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    ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS BIOS settings saved in the BIOS BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash,
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    2.9.4 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot number [DIMM_A1] Displays the Serial Presence 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. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values
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    including 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. However l'appareil. Z97-P 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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    USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax General support 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
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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-P conform with the essential requirements of the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive EN
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