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Motherboard Z97-DELUXE Series - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 2
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 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 3
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii Z97-DELUXE specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xviii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features 1-2 1.2 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 4
11 Updating BIOS 3-61 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-61 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-62 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-63 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-3 iv - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 5
System Information 4-17 4.5 Audio configurations 4-18 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation......... 5-8 Appendices Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 v - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 6
Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vi - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 7
guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: 1. Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 8
note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 9
Z97-DELUXE specifications summary LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation and New 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/ Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 10
Z97-DELUXE specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Bluetooth Audio - 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s ports (gray) - Supports Intel® Smart Response AT Gigabit LAN controller Speedy Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Utility Bluetooth v4.0 Realtek® ALC1150 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 11
Z97-DELUXE specifications summary USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® Z97 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear panel (blue) - 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at rear panel) ASMedia® USB 3.0 controllers - support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 4 x - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 12
Z97-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Thunderbolt Ready (Optional) - Blistering-fast Streamer app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS7 and Android 4.0 systems NFC Express 2 support (Optional) - NFC receiver and 2-port USB 3.0 hubs - NFC one-touch features: Video-to-go - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 13
Z97-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I/O Ports Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Connector - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 14
Z97-DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors 2 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB , and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 15
the following items ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series motherboard 6 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield Support DVD ASUS ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card package* 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit User Manual ASUS NFC Express 2 package* User manual 1 x 2T2R dual-band - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 16
Express 2 package contents The ASUS NFC Express 2 package is only available with Z97-DELUXE (NFC & WLC) package. Check your ASUS NFC Express 2 package for the following items ASUS NFC Express 2 ASUS NFC Express 2 wireless charger USB cable micro USB cable NFC tag Power adapter • If any of the - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 17
ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card package is only available with Z97-DELUXE (NFC & WLC) package. Check your ASUS ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card package for the following items ASUS ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card Support DVD User Manual User manual Mini DisplayPort cable TB_Header cable DisplayPort cable • If - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 18
Installation tools and components Intel® LGA1150 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA1150 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 19
, detail, and realism. SATA Express support SATA Express provides faster data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb/s, allowing your system to catch up with the speed of the SSDs. It also features backward compatibility with up to two SATA drives of the same speed. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-1 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 20
ten times faster than USB 2.0. Extra SATA 6 Gb/s support The Intel Z97 Express chpset natively supports the Serial ATA (SATA) interface, delivering up to 6 Gb regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 21
or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 22
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 23
1-42 1-6 1-41 1-7 1-24 1-27 1-39 1-25 1-45 1-37 1-36 1-26 1-44 1-43 1-40 1-38 1-28 1-44 1-23 1-23 1-31 1-27 2-12 1-45 1-38 1-37 Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-5 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 24
will shoulder the cost of repair only 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 the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 25
module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-7 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 26
the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with memory frequency higher - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 27
-14-14-35 12-14-14-35 12-14-14-35 12-14-14-36 Voltage 1.65V 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 • • • • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-9 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 28
(4x4GB) KHX28C12T2K2/8X 8GB (2x4GB) TXD38G2800HC12DBK(XMP) 32GB (4x8GB) SS/DS Chip Brand DS - Chip Timing NO. - 12-14-14-35 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 12 4 1.65V • • • SS - DS - DS - DS - - 12-14-14-36 1.65V • • • - 12-14-14-36 1.65V • • - 12-13-13-35 1.65V - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 29
DS - - Timing Voltage 10-11-11-31 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 • •• * The above QVL is for the 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • - • • • 1.6 • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-11 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 30
XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) DS - Chip NO. - Timing Voltage 7-10-10-28 1.65 9-10-9-28 1.65 9-11-9-28 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 12 4 • • • • • • • DDR3 2133 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors A-DATA A-DATA Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 31
9-10-9-28 1.5 9-10-9-28 1.5 9-10-9-28 1.5 9-10-9-28 1.5 10-11- 1.5 10-30 10-11- 1.5 10-30 9-10-9-28 1.5 1866-9- 1.65 10-9-28 - 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-13 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 32
-9- - 11-9-27 H5TC2G 13-13- 1.5 83EFR 13-32 H5TQ4G 13-13- 1.5 83AFR 13-32 - 9-11-9-27 1.5 - 10-11- 1.5 10-30 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 • •• • •• • •• • •• DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Timing Brand A-DATA A-DATA A-DATA A-DATA A-DATA - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 33
DS ASint 302G08- GN1C SS Asint 304G08- GN1B DS - - Timing - Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 - • • • 9-11-11-28 - • • • - 0GN-DG DS Elixir N2CB2G80 9-9-9-28 - GN-DG • • • • • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-15 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 34
- 8GB 1G6E1 SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing DS - - 9-9-9-24 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 1.25 • • • DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • • DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • • DS - - - 1.5 • • • DS - - 7-7-7-24 1.6 • • • DS - - 8-8-8-28 1.6 • • DS Hynix - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 35
Chip Brand Chip NO. DS MICRON D9PFJ DS MICRON D9PFJ Timing 11-1111-28 - Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 - • • - • • SS Micron D9QBJ - - • • • SS 11- - 28-1 • • • SS SAMSUNG K4B4G0 846B 11-11-11- 28-2 • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-17 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 36
9-9-9-24 RH9C DS Hynix H5TQ2G83CF 9-9-9-24 RH9C SS KINGMAX KFC8FNLBF- - GXX-12A SS KINGMAX KFC8FNLXF- - DXX-15A DS KINGMAX KFC8FNLBF- - GXX-12A Voltage 1.5 DIMM socket support (Optional - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 37
DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 • • • 1.5 • • • 1.5 • • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • • - • • • - • • • - • • - • • • - • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • 1.5 • • • 1.5 • • • - • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 38
. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1, A2, B1, and B2 for better compatibility. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 39
1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_4 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-21 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 40
VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express 3.0 operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 x16 (single VGA recommended) N/A x8 x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 41
the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-23 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 42
tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 43
, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-25 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 44
5. EPU switch Enable this switch to automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Enable this switch when the system is powered off. • The EPU LED (OLED2) near the EPU switch lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 45
hangs due to overclocking. 7. EZ XMP switch Enable this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-27 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 46
1.2.7 Jumpers 1. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 47
-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. 2. TPU LED (TPU_LED) The TPU LED lights up when the TPU switch is enabled. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-29 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 48
3. EPU LED (OLED2) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. 4. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update. Chapter 1 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 49
5. EZ XMP LED (XLED1) This LED lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch. 6. Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-31 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 50
Q-Code table Code 00 01 02 03 04 06 07 08 09 0B 0C - 0D 0E 0F 10 11 - 14 15 - 18 19 - 1C 2B - 2F 30 31 32 - 36 37 - 3A 3B - 3E 4F 50 - 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 5A 5B 5C - 5F E0 E1 E2 E3 E4 - E7 E8 Description Not used Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). AP initialization before microcode - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 51
AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is is started USB Reset (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-33 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 52
Codes section below) Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 53
System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in PIC mode. System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-35 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 54
the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z97 chipset. Chapter 1 • These connectors are set to [ 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • The M.2 Socket this user guide for more details. • The SATAEXPRESS_1 connector can support one - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 55
signal cables. • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode. • These SATA ports are for data drives only. • The SATAEXPRESS_E1 connector can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices chassis. Chapter 1 The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-37 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 56
4. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 57
under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. • These USB 3.0 ports support native UASP transfer standard in Windows® 8 / Windows® 8.1 and Turbo Mode when using USB 3.0 Boost feature. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-39 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 58
so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Chapter 1 1-40 Chapter - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 59
. To configure the CPU fan's control mode, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Chassis Fan 1/4 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-41 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 60
stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 1-42 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 61
10. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 1-43 Chapter 1 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 62
is purchased separately. 12. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function. Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. Ensure that your chassis comes with the extra - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 63
. Chapter 1 • This socket supports M Key and type 2260/2280 guide for more details. • When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies with PCIe M.2 device, ensure to set up the Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately. ASUS Z97-DELUXE - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 64
Chapter 1 1-46 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 65
may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 2-1 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 66
3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 67
2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 2-3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 68
2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 69
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 2-5 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 70
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 71
2.1.5 ATX Power connection OR OR ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 2-7 Chapter 2 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 72
2.1.6 SATA device connection OR OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 73
2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector HDD LED HDD LED+ HDD LED- HDD LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector Chapter 2 USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series AAFP 2-9 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 74
2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 75
.0 S/PDIF USB BIOS Flashback USB3.0 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2T2R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the installation procedure is the same for all models. Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 2-11 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 76
three seconds to automatically update the BIOS. To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Place the bundled support DVD to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. 2. Insert the USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. • We - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 77
may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 2-13 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 78
8. Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth V4.0* 9. USB 3.0 ports E56, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 10. USB 3.0 ports 56, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 11. USB 3.0 ports 34, Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+. 12. Audio I/O ports*** *, ** and ***: Refer - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 79
. 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 port's LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 2-15 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 80
*** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Rear Speaker Out - 6-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out* - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 81
Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 If you are using Windows 8.1 platform, use only the gray audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 2-17 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 82
Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers When the DTS UltraPC II function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port. 2.4 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 83
failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 2-19 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 84
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smoothness as your operating system. The term "BIOS" in this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. BIOS (Basic Input and trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as Z97D.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 86
parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 87
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-DELUXE - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 88
3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 89
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 3.2.3 QFan Control for more information. to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-5 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 90
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 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 91
3.2.3 QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to setting Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-7 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 92
configure your fans' operating speed. Speed points Click or tap to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 93
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-DELUXE Series 3-9 Chapter 3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 94
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 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 95
3.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-11 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 96
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 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 97
button. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default [Not Installed]. After you set a password, these items show [Installed]. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-13 Chapter 3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 98
Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 99
options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-15 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 100
the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Automatically optimizes the CPU ratio and BCLK frequency. The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 101
items appear: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core the value. The values depend on the CPU installed. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-17 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 102
you to automatically optimize the CPU Graphics Ratio depending on the system loading. [Manual] This option allows you to set a value for an optimal CPU Graphics select [Keep Current Settings]. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 103
RTL Initial Value [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-19 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 104
Chapter 3 DRAM RTL (CHA_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL ( - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 105
Scrambler Setting [Optimized (ASUS)] This item allows you ASUS] [Default (MRC)] MCH Full Check [Auto] Enable this item to enhance the stability of your system. Disable this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 106
the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. The following item appears only when you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) [300] This item allows you to set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Use the - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 107
[Auto] This item affects the overclocking range and system stability. Set this item to [Manual] to manually set a fixed DRAM switching frequency for an increased overclocking range or enhanced system stability. 300 KHz to 500 KHz with an interval of 50 KHz. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-23 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 108
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 dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency, resulting to a decreased average power - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 109
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 12.5%] [0%] [-12.5%] [-25.0%] [-37.5%] [-50.0%] [-62.5%] [-75.0%] [-87.5%] [-100%] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-25 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 110
OC_CPU jumper is set to ON. Refer to section 1.2.7 Jumpers of this user guide for more details. CPU Core Voltage This item allows you to configure the amount a high Core Frequency value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 111
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 1.920 V with a 0.001 V interval. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-27 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 112
you to configure the voltage amount for the integrated graphics processing unit (iGPU). Increase the voltage when setting a high iGPU frequency value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 113
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 you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65 V. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-29 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 114
value. The values range from 0.70 V to 1.80 V with a 0.0125 V interval. • The values of the CPU PLL Voltage, CPU Manual Voltage, CPU Offset Voltage, iGPU Manual Voltage, iGPU Offset Voltage, DRAM Voltage, VCCSA Voltage, VCCIO Voltage, and PCH Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 115
and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-31 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 116
in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this item allows the legacy OS to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 117
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 specification limit. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-33 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 118
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] Chapter - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 119
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 partition size is larger than the total memory size. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-35 Chapter 3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 120
for a faster resume time. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel Smart Connect Technology This item allows the system to support Intel Smart Connect Technology, that periodically refreshes selected applications when the system is in sleep mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 121
error occurs in the hard disks. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 - SATA6G_6) These items allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-37 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 122
[320M] [352M] [384M] [416M] [448M] [480M] [512M] Render Standby [Auto] This item allows you to enable the Intel® Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU power when the system is idle. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Graphics Multi-Monitor [Disabled] This item allows you - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 123
at USB 3.0 mode when the xHCI driver is installed in the operating system. [Smart Auto] Upon detection, the xHCI driver supports the USB 3.0 mode during both POST and operating system. [Enabled] Enables the xHCI controller. [Disabled] Disables the xHCI controller. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-39 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 124
for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. [Disabled] Disables the EHCI Hand-off support. Mass Storage Devices [Auto] This item allows your system to detect the devices according to their media formats. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 125
: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you 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] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] [Auto] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 126
panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 127
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the ASPM controller to save energy when using the ASM1060 Storage Controller for SATAEXPRESS_E1. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-43 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 128
Storage Controller to [Enabled]. Hot-plug [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Hot Plug support for SATA6G_E12. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the ASPM controller to save energy when using the ASM1060 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 129
options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-45 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 130
3.6.10 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology Create RAID Volume This item allows you to create a RAID volume. This item only appears when at least one HDD is connected to the Intel® SATA ports and set to RAID mode. Name [Volume1] This item allows you to key in a volume name for your RAID setup. Use - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 131
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select [Ignore] if you do not want to detect this item. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-47 Chapter 3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 132
CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] Use the or keys to adjust - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 133
for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Set to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you fans' lower temperature. The values may differ via Qfan tuning. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-49 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 134
to run at 0% duty cycle when the temperature of the source drops below the lower temperature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the OVP (Over Voltage Protection) and UVP (Under Voltage Protection) functions. This causes - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 135
the boot speed. The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabled]. SATA Support [All Devices] [All Devices] [Hard Drive Only] [Boot Drive Only] All devices connected to USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-51 Chapter 3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 136
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 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 137
allows you to decode the 64-bit capable devices above 4G address space. Ensure that your system supports 64-bit PCI decoding. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced : [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-53 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 138
® UEFI mode or other Microsoft® Secure Boot compliant OS. Get the optimized function when booting on Windows® nonUEFI mode. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. The following item appears only when you set the OS Type to [Windows UEFI mode]. Key Management This allows you to - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 139
device so that more images can be loaded securely. The db file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-55 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 140
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. Boot Override These item displays the available devices. The number of device items that appear on - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 141
item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-57 Chapter 3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 142
3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load from Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 143
3.9.3 ASUS DRAM SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-59 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 144
program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 145
requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. • Refer to section 4.4.3 EZ Update of this user guide for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-61 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 146
you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to enable it. Chapter 3 3. Press < - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 147
file, download the file at http://support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-63 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 148
and a USB flash drive. • Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from http://support.asus.com and save them in your USB flash drive. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Ensure that your USB flash drive is in single partition and in FAT32/16 format. • Turn off the computer. • Ensure - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 149
select D:. Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: Z97-DELUXE VER: 0210 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 02/12/2014 PATH: C:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE Home/ End> keys to select the BIOS file and press . Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 3-65 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 150
file, select Yes to confirm 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 exit BIOS Updater. 6. Restart your computer. DO NOT - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 151
. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click or tap Run ASSETUP.EXE. Chapter 4 If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or tap \\bin\ASSETUP.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 4-1 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 152
. Click or tap an item to open the folder of the user guide. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Click or tap an item to install Click or tap to display the ASUS contact information. Click or tap an icon to display DVD/motherboard information - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 153
manual that you wish to read. 3. Some software manuals are provided in different languages. Open the language's folder to view the software manual. The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual software manuals containing in the support DVD vary by models. ASUS Z97-DELUXE - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 154
support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 4.4 AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS 1. Place the Support DVD into the - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 155
select the Utilities tab and click or tap AI Suite 3. 3. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear, try the following: a. Go to the Start Screen or tap the AI Suite 3 app on the Start Screen). Chapter 4 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 4-5 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 156
Charger+ Push Notice Information • Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user guide may vary depending on the motherboard model. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 157
USB device. • To ensure normal charging function, disconnect and reconnect your USB device every time you enable or disable Ai Charger+. • Ai Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 4-7 Chapter 4 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 158
Boost. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user guide for more details. • USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.0 devices that support UASP. For a list of UASP-supported USB 3.0 devices, visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 159
to automatically update your motherboard's software, drivers and BIOS easily. With this utlity, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that displays during POST. Launching EZ Update To launch boot logo Click or tap to update the BIOS Chapter 4 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 4-9 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 160
Manually update the BIOS and selecting a boot logo Click or tap to search an image file for your boot logo Click or tap to go back or tap BIOS Update button, click or tap Flash to update the BIOS and upload the boot logo in your system. Chapter 4 4-10 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 161
for the BIOS download schedule. 2. Click or tap Apply to save the BIOS download schedule. Click or tap Cancel to cancel the download schedule. Chapter 4 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 4-11 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 162
you start downloading, ensure that you have installed the USB storage device to your computer's USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of this user guide for more details. To download the updated BIOS: 1. From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click or tap - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 163
. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user guide for more details. • The USB Charger+ does not support USB hubs and USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. • The USB Charger+ may not recognize some ASUS devices due to a special design. Chapter 4 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 4-13 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 164
you want to pair with. To pair your computer and smart device, ensure that both are connected to the same wireless network. 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 165
to your smart device Tick to select the smart device Tick to send alert when the components selected are back to its normal status Chapter 4 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 4-15 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 166
more host computers Tick to select the smart device Click or tap to send your message Tap to delete PC alerts Chapter 4 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 167
tap the MB tab to view the motherboard's information. Viewing the CPU information Click or tap the CPU tab to view the processor's information. Chapter 4 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 4-17 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 168
eliminating cable connection errors, and giving users plug and play convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek® audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek® HD Audio - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 169
® 8 / Windows® 7 Configuration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Control settings panel Set default device button Analog and digital connector status Chapter 4 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 4-19 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 170
. b. If you select Front Speaker Out, click or tap to select the type of speaker installed then click or tap OK. Chapter 4 4-20 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 171
Chapter 5: RAID support RAID support 5 5.1 RAID configurations The motherboard supports Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 solution. If you want disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 5 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 5-1 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 172
5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 173
. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. Chapter 5 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 5-3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 174
Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Name: Volume 0 RAID Level: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Disks: dssdsdsds Strip Size:aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Capacity:aaaaaaaaaaaaaa Sync:aaaaaaaaaa Create volume [HELP] - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 175
create this volume? (Y/N) 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 5 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 5-5 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 176
Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Name Volume0 [DELETE VOLUME MENU] - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 177
BIOS setup utility. 3. Set the optical drive as the primary boot device. 4. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive. 5. Save changes and exit BIOS. 6. When the Make Disk press . 8. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Chapter 5 ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series 5-7 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 178
for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 179
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 could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Appendices ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series A-1 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 180
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 181
wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Appendices ASUS Z97-DELUXE Series A-3 - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 182
Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NCC: Taiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF - Asus Z97-DELUXENFC & WLC | Z97-DELUXE users manual English - Page 183
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