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    Motherboard Z97-PRO Series
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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...vi About this guide...vii Z97-PRO specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and Connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation (Optional 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and
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    39 3.6.5 USB Configuration 3- ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-63 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-64 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-65 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
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    4.4 AI Suite 3...4-4 4.4.1 Ai Charger 4-7 4.4.2 USB 3.0 Boost 4-8 4.4.3 EZ Update 4-9 4.4.4 USB BIOS Flashback 4-11 4.4.5 USB Charger 4-13 4.4.6 Push Notice 4-14 4.4.7 System Information 4-17 4.5 Audio configurations 4-18 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID
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    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
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    BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4. Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products
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    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
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    Z97-PRO 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 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
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    - Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) 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 8-channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 2 - Separate
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    Z97-PRO specifications summary USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® Z97 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at rear panel, blue) - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at rear panel) ASMedia® USB . UEFI BIOS - Most
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    Z97-PRO specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Thunderbolt Ready (Optional) - Blistering-fast 20 Gb/s data transfer upgrades with ThunderboltEX II series * ThunderboltEX II series are purchased separately. Interactive HomeCloud Wi-Fi GO!/Remote GO! - Wi-Fi GO!/Remote GO! function: Cloud GO
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    x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D 1 x RGB 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v 4.0) (Optional) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, bottom port of USB3_56 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel Audio I/O ports (continued
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    Z97-PRO 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 , UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ
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    for the following items ASUS Z97-PRO motherboard 4 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield Support DVD 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector User Manual User manual 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) (Optional) 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any
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    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
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    , 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-PRO Series 1-1
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    speed up to ten times faster than USB 2.0. Extra SATA 6 Gb/s support The Intel® Z97 Express chpset natively supports Serial ATA (SATA) interface, delivering up regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through
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    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-PRO Series 1-3
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    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
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    16. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 17. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; USB1314) 18. TPU switch 19. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 20. BIOS Flashback button 21. Power-on button 22. Thunderbolt header 42 1-41 1-40 1-24 1-37 1-22 1-41 2-12 1-20 1-42 1-35 1-35 1-28 Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-5
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    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
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    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-PRO Series 1-7
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    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
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    Z97-PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 3200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part 12-14-14-36 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • 1.65V • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-9
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    32GB DS (4x8GB) KINGSTON KHX26C11T2K2/8X(XMP) 8GB SS (2x4GB) Chip Chip Timing Brand NO. - - 12-13-13-35 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 - • •• - - 12-13-13-35 - • •• - - 12-13-13-35 - • •• - - 11-13-13-35 1.65 • •• - - 10-12-12-31 1.65 • •• - - 11
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    XMP) 16GB (4x4GB) DS - - 10-11-11-31 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 • • • * The above QVL is for • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • - • • • 1.6 • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-11
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    F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4G ( 2x 2G ) SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. DS - - Timing 7-10-10-28 Voltage 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 • • GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 9-10-9-28 1.65 • •• GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 9-11-9-28 1.65
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    - - DS - - DS - - SS - - DS - - Timing 1866 9-9-9-27 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 12 4 1.5 • • 9-10-9-27 1.5 • • • 9-10-9-27 1.5 • • • 10-9-28 1.65 • • • - 1.65 • • • 1866-9-11-9-27 - • • • 1866-9-11-9-27 - • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-13
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    - Timing 11-11-11-28 11-11-11-28 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 124 - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • 1.5 • • • - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • • 23EY4587MB6H 23EY4587MB6H - 9-9-9-28 1.5 • • • 1.5 • • • 1.65 • • • AM5D5908DEQSCK - 1.65
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    4GB SS 4GB DS Chip Brand Chip NO. - - Timing 8-8-8-24 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 1.5 • •• - - - - 1600-9-9- 1.5 9-24 24 ELPIDA J4208BBBG-GN-F 1600 - Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRPBC - 1.5 • •• • •• (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-15
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    SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 SanMax SMD-4G68NG-16KK 4GB DS ELPIDA -CG N/A - - - - (continued on the next page) Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 24 - 1.5 • •• - 1.5 • •• 9 - • •• - - • •• 9-10-10-26 - •
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    . • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series
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    1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 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
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    x1_1 PCIe x1_2 PCIe x1_3 PCIe x1_4 SMBUS Controller Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 4.0 (Optional) Intel® SATA Controller Intel® - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - shared shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - shared - - - - - Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-19
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    1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a
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    this user manual or at www.asus.com. BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. ASUS Z97-PRO
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    function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the 5-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, 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. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product
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    , the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-23
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    to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and on the power supply or
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    gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2. Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-25
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    -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 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    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 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-27
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    5. EZ XMP LED (XLED1) This LED lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch is enabled. 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 1-28 Chapter 1: Product
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    Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-29
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    DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset (continued on the next page) Chapter
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    AC AD AE AF B0 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8- BF D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 DA DB DC Description USB Detect USB Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot Chapter 1 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-31
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    ACPI/ASL Checkpoints (under OS) Code 03 04 05 30 40 AC AA Description System is entering S3 sleep state System is entering S4 sleep state System is entering S5 sleep state System is waking up from
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    manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • The M.2 Socket 3 and SATAEXPRESS connectors share the same PCIe x2 bandwidth. When you use both connectors, the BIOS user guide for more details. • The SATAEXPRESS connector can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. ASUS Z97-PRO Series
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    via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode. • These SATA ports are for data drives only. 3. M.2 socket . Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration of this user guide for more details. • When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies
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    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 or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD] or [AC97]. ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-35
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    recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may 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
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    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 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-37
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    and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes. To configure the CPU fan's control mode, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. • The chassis fan
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    system 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. ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-39 Chapter 1
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    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 the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to
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    the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. Ensure that your chassis comes with the extra button cable that supports the DirectKey feature. Refer to the technical documentation that came with the chassis for details. ASUS Z97-PRO Series 1-41
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    13. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. The add-on Thunderbolt I/O
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    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-PRO Series 2-1
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    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
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    2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 2-3
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    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
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    To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 2-5
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    2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    2.1.5 ATX Power connection OR OR ASUS Z97-PRO Series 2-7 Chapter 2
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    2.1.6 SATA device connection OR OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    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-PRO Series AAFP 2-9
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    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    REAR SPK MIC IN POWER eSATA 6G USB3.0 S/PDIF USB BIOS Flashback USB3.0 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation (Optional) 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 back of the chassis. IO Shield • Ensure
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    insert a USB storage device to the USB port then press the USB BIOS Flashback button for 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
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    the BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. This may be caused by improper installation of the USB storage BIOS 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-PRO
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    5. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port** 6. USB 2.0 ports 910 7. USB 3.0 ports E12, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 8. Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth V4.0 + HS* (Optional) 9. DisplayPort 10. DVI port 11. USB 3.0 ports 56, bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+. 12. Audio I/O ports
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    link Off No link Green Linked Blue Linked Wi-Fi LED Bluetooth LED Blinking Data activity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth v4.0 * The Bluetooth word mark LAN controllers in BIOS. Once disabled, the LAN port's ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED stop blinking. Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 2-15
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    *** 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 6-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Rear Speaker Out - Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker
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    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-PRO Series 2-17
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    green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you
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    on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS Z97-PRO
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    Chapter 2 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    . Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as Z97P.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series
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    BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its 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 enter BIOS The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS
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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-PRO Series
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    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 EZ Mode Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    BIOS settings and save it to MyFavorites menu. Refer to section 3.3 My Favorites for more information. Q-Fan Control (F6) This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of your fans. Use this button to manually EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-5
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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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    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 fan setting Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-7
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    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 the fans' operating speed. 3. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3
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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. type. 4. Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto-tuning. ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-9 Chapter 3
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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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    3.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-11
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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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    the BIOS password. See section 1.2.7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS 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-PRO Series 3-13
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    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 Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in
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    malfunction. The configuration 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-PRO Series 3-15
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    XMP(extreme memory profile) Technology, select this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. CPU Strap [Auto] This item allows you to select a strap close to
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    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-PRO Series 3-17
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    Graphics Ratio [Auto] Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU graphics ratio or manually set a value for an optimal CPU graphics ratio. Use the or select [Keep Current Settings]. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power
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    [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM CKE Minimum Pulse Width [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM CAS# Write Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-19
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    ] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] Third Timings tRDRD [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [7] tRDRD_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] tRDRD_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    stability. Configuration options: [Optimized (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-PRO Series 3-21
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    production. Select [Manual] to configure a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT 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
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    keys to adjust the value. The values depend on the CPU installed. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-23
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    range and system stability. Set this item to [Manual] to manually set a fixed DRAM switching frequency for an increased DRAM Power Phase Control [Auto] [Optimized] [Extreme] Set to the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Set to the full phase mode. Do not remove 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    tripping the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when doing over-voltage. We recommend you to disable this item when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-25
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    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 to 1.50. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [1.50] Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    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 Core Frequency value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only negative value. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-27
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    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 Voltage The values range from 0.001V to 1.920 V with a 0.001 V interval. Chapter 3 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    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 . The values range from 0.001 V to 0.999 V with a 0.001 V interval. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-29
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    Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set SVID Support to [Enabled]. SVID Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to set the SVID Voltage override the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65 V. Chapter 3 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    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 The values range from 0.1 V to 1.9 V with a 0.00625 V interval. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-31
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    system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 3 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based ], this item allows the legacy OS to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-33
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    Execute 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 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    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 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-35
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    timer at S3 entry. The time ranges from 0 minute (immediately) to 120 minutes. Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled] The system automatically goes into sleep mode when the partition size is not enough for the Intel size is larger than the total memory size. 3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3
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    Connect Technology This item allows the system to support Intel Smart Connect Technology, that periodically refreshes to the corresponding SATA port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 SATA Express(SATAEXPRESS) and M.2 Configuration [ Socket 3. ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-37
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    devices. SATAEXPRESS SRIS Support [Auto] [Auto] support for connected M.2 or SATA Express devices. [Disabled] Select this option for ASUS Support [Disabled] This item is designed for LPM (link power management) support Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-38 Chapter
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    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] [ DMI at PCI-E 2.0 speed. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-39 Chapter 3
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    item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Your system supports the USB devices in legacy operating systems. [Disabled] Your USB devices can be used for BIOS setup only and cannot be recognized in the boot
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    Upon detection, the xHCI driver supports the USB 3.0 mode during both POST USB ports. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform-related features. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO
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    the ASPM (active state power management) support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. PCH - PCI Express [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
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    other BIOS supports. [HD Audio] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to an SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to an HDMI audio output. ASUS Z97-PRO
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    Wi-Fi Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to enable to disable the Wi-Fi controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASMedia USB to enable or disable the Hot Plug support for SATA6G_E12. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Enabled] This item allows you to
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    system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options are switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled (S4+S5] [Enabled (S5)] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-45
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    state, or both states after an AC power loss. When setting your system to [Last State], it goes to the previous state before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [ when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/
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    the size of your RAID setup. Configuration options: [4KB] [8KB] [16KB] [32KB] [64KB] [128KB] Capacity (MB): [0] This item allows you to set the RAID capacity. ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-47 Chapter 3
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    menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. CPU Temperature / MB
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    fan speed for quiet 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 CPU fan duty cycle. The values may differ via Qfan tuning. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-49
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    speed 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 set ' lower temperature. The values may differ via Qfan tuning. Chapter 3 3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    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 items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabled]. ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-51
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    USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled] [Full Initialization] [Partial Initialization] All USB PS/2 devices will not be available and BIOS setup program will not be accessible via PS after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power
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    a desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS Setup. You can only execute the POST delay time ASUS logo during POST. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] This item allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by the option ROMs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO
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    . [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Launch CSM
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    when booting on Windows® nonUEFI mode. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. The following item appears only when you This item allows you to save the PK (Platform Keys) to a USB storage device. PK Management The Platform Key (PK) locks and secures 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-55
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    the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK This item allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device. Append Default KEK This item allows you to load db This item allows you to load the downloaded db from a USB storage device. Append Default db This item allows you to load
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    dbx from a USB storage device. ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These item displays the available devices. The number of device items that appear on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO
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    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. 3-58 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3
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    settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a profile number from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. Load/Save Profile from/to USB Drive This item allows you to load or save profile from your USB drive, load and save profile to your USB drive. ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-59
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    3.9.3 ASUS DRAM SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3 3-60 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from from USB drives This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices. ASUS Z97-PRO Series
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    risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.com to download the latest
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    USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Press to switch 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. ASUS Z97-PRO
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    during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer
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    drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device: E1: ASUS DVD-E818A6T (4069MB) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB) UEFI: (FAT) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB) Enter Setup  and  to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-65
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    ) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:/> d: D:/> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file: 1. On the to Drives panel then 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
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    reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 3.10 Exit menu for details. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 3-67
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    Chapter 3 3-68 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    . 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-PRO Series 4-1
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    . 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
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    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-PRO
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    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
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    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 a mouse, click the AI Suite 3 app on the Start Screen). Chapter 4 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 4-5
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    + EZ Update USB BIOS Flashback USB 3.0 Boost System USB 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
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    Check the manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging 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-PRO
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    to the USB 3.0 ports that support USB 3.0 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
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    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 select the BIOS file Click or tap to select a boot logo Click or tap to update the BIOS Chapter 4 ASUS Z97-PRO Series 4-9
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    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 to EZ Update main screen Click or tap to proceed the updating BIOS and boot logo After you click or tap BIOS Update button, click or tap Flash to
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    Scheduling the BIOS download 1. In the Download Setting field, tick Schedule (days) then select the number of days 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-PRO Series 4-11
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    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 Check for
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    . 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-PRO Series 4-13
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    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
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    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-PRO Series 4-15
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    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
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    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-PRO Series 4-17
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    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
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    ® 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-PRO Series 4-19
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    . 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
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    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-PRO Series 5-1
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    Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal [RAID Mode]. 4. Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup Due to chipset limitation, when SATA ports are set to
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    you to move through the menus and select the menu options. 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-PRO Series 5-3
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    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]
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    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-PRO Series 5-5
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    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]
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    in Windows®: 1. Start Windows®. 2. Plug the USB storage device. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Go to the USB storage device. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to load the UEFI driver for your optical drive. Chapter 5 ASUS Z97-PRO
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    version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. Chapter 5 5-8 Chapter 5: RAID configurations
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    radiate 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-PRO Series A-1
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    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
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    not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our band. Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy The radiated output power of the Wi-Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, it ASUS Z97-PRO Series A-3
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    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
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    23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11 Online support http://www.asus.com/de/support/ Appendices ASUS Z97-PRO Series A-5
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    ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : Z97-PRO(Wi-Fi ac) conform with the essential requirements of the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive
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Motherboard
Z97-PRO
Series