Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Z87PLUS Asus
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Motherboard Z87-PLUS.
ii E7831 First Edition May 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitte.
iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ................................................................................................
iv 2.4 Starting up for the rst time .................................................................... 2-17 2.5 T urning off the computer ......................................................................... 2-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS .
v 4.3 Software information ................................................................................. 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite 3..................................................................................... 4-3 4.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 .
vi Safety information Electrical safety before relocating the system.
vii About this guide motherboard.
viii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
ix Z87-PLUS specications summary CPU LGA1 150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel ® Core™i5/ Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0* * The Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.
x Storage Intel ® Z87 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 - 6 x SA T A 6.0 Gb/s ports (yellow) - Supports Intel ® Dynamic Storage Accelerator, Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , Intel ® Rapid .
xi ASUS Exclusive features ASUS TPU - Auto T uning, TurboV , GPU Boost, TPU switch ASUS Fan Xpert 2 control.
xii ASUS exclusive overclocking features Precision T weaker 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU Core voltage at 0.001V increment vCore: Adjustable CPU Core voltage at 0.001V increment - iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.001V increment iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.
xiii Internal I/O connectors 1 x DirectKey button 1 x DRCT (DirectKey) connector 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch (advanced two-stage adjustments) 1 x Power-on switch BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP , DMI2.7, WfM2.
xiv • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer . .
xv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel ® LGA1 150 CPU Intel ® LGA1 150 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SA T A hard disk drive SA T A optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1 150 socket for 4th generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel ® Core™ i5/Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Intel ® Smart Response T echnology Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD (requires 18.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-3 Chapter 1 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features Remote GO! ASUS Remote GO! leads the way to a more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS .
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Network iControl Network iControl is an intuitive one-step network control center that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor and schedule the bandwidth priorities for your network programs.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-5 Chapter 1 ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to one module, eliminating the hassle of plugging one cable at a time and making the connection quick and accurate.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-7 Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 1-40 2. LGA1 150 CPU socket 1-9 3. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CPU_OPT , 4-pin CHA_F AN1-4 ) 1-38 4.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-9 Chapter 1 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7 / Intel ® Core™ i5 / Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors.
1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Recommended memory congurations 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-1 1 Chapter 1 Memory congurations Y ou may install 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 2666(O.C.) MHz capability Z87-PLUS Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2800(O.C.) MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 ADA TA AX3U2600GW8G1 1-DG2 16GB (2x4GB) DS - - 1 1-13-13-35 1.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-13 Chapter 1 DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capability DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) DS - - 7-10-10-28 1.
1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 A-DA TA AX3U2133XC4G10(XMP) 4GB DS - - 10-11-1 1-30 1.65 • • • A-DA TA AX3U2133XW8G10(XMP) 8GB DS - - 10-11-1 1-30 1.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-15 Chapter 1 DDR3 2000(O.C.) MHz capability DDR3 1866(O.C.) MHz capability (continued on the next page) V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltag e DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 AEXEA AXA3ES2G2000LG28V(XMP) 2GB DS - - - 1.
1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1866(O.C.) MHz capability DDR3 1800(O.C.) MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 G. SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-17 Chapter 1 (continued on the next page) DDR3 1600 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 Apacer 78.C1GET .9K10C 8GB DS Apacer AM5D6008 BQQSCK 1 1-11- 1 1-31 - • • • Apacer AHU04GFA60C9Q1D(XMP) 4GB DS - - 9-9-9-27 1.
1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued on the next page) V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-19 Chapter 1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 KINGSTON KHX16C10B1K2/ 16X(XMP) 16GB (2x8GB) DS - - - 1.5 • • • KINGSTON KHX16C9K2/16 16GB (2x8GB) DS - - 1333-9- 9-9-24 1.
1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued on the next page) V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-21 Chapter 1 (continued on the next page) DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D- 8GBRL 8GB (2x4GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • • G.
1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 OCZ OCZ3G1333L V4GK 4GB (2x2GB) DS - - 9-9-9 1.65 • • OCZ OCZ3G1333L V8GK 8GB (2x4GB) DS - - 9-9-9 1.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-23 Chapter 1 Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory .
1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 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. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-25 Chapter 1 mode.
1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-27 Chapter 1 2. MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously . Press and hold the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot.
1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button. 3. DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. With DirectKey , you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Del> key during POST .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-29 Chapter 1 4. TPU switch With its two-level adjustment functions, the TPU allows you to automatically adjusts the CPU ratio and clock speed for an optimal system performance.
1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 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.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-31 Chapter 1 Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! T o erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
1-32 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1. POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self T est): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drive.s If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-33 Chapter 1 3. EPU LED The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled..
1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® Z87 Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1-6 [yellow]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-35 Chapter 1 2. ASMedia ® Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_E12 [dark brown]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode.
1-36 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-37 Chapter 1 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Y ou can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, dark brow.
1-38 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 6. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT ; 4-pin CHA_F AN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-39 Chapter 1 7. 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 .
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ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-41 Chapter 1 PSU Suggested List Model W att age Great W all BTX-500GT 400 ANTEC CP-1000 1000 Seasonic SS-1250XM 1250 Seasonic SS-1000XP 1000 ROSEWILL RBR1000-M 1000 LEP A G1600-MA 1600.
1-42 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector . The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power , and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 1-43 Chapter 1 1 1. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a T rusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely .
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ASUS Z87-PLUS 2-1 Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 2.1 Building your PC system 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models.
2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 2-3 Chapter 2 2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1 150 socket only . DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA155 and LGA1 156 socket on the LGA1 150 socket.
2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 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 .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 2-5 Chapter 2 T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.
2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 T o remove a DIMM 2.1.4 DIMM installation.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 2-7 Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection OR OR.
2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection OR OR.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 2-9 Chapter 2 USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.0 T o install USB 3.0 connector 2.
2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards T o install PCI cards.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 2-1 1 Chapter 2 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port, press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds, and the BIOS is updated automatically .
2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 during the BIOS updating process.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 2-13 Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port denitions. Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 7.
2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 ** LAN ports LED indications ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link Off 10 Mbps conn.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 2-15 Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports *** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration Port Headset 2-channel 4.
2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 2-17 Chapter 2 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 rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover .
2-18 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pa.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-1 Chapter 3 .
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only , and The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only , and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority .
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-5 Chapter 3 Menu items .
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Last Modied button .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-7 Chapter 3 3.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings.
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-9 Chapter 3 T o change a user password: 1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-1 1 Chapter 3 If you assign a value for 2-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto] . 3-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default T urbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 3-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 4-Core Ratio Limit.
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. T o restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-13 Chapter 3 DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto] DRAM WRITE to READ D.
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D1) [Auto] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-15 Chapter 3 MISC MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. .
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 The following items appear only when you set the CPU V oltage Frequency to [Auto] . VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] Enable the VRM Spread Spectrum to enhance system stability .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-17 Chapter 3 CPU Power Thermal Control [130] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the O.C. potential. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values depend on the CPU installed.
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 T urbo Mode Parameters Long Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to limit the T urbo Ratio’s time duration that exceeds the TDP (Thermal Design Power) for maximum performance. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-19 Chapter 3 Power Decay Mode [Auto] Allows your system to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated V oltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state.
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Extreme OV [Disabled] Default set to DIsabled and help to protect CPU not been burned by Over V oltage. When set to Enabled, you might choose high level voltage to overclock, but not guaranteed CPU life.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-21 Chapter 3 Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] T o offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] T o offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU Graphics V oltage Offset Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Analog I/O V oltage Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] T o offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] T o offset the voltage by a negative value.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-23 Chapter 3 PCH V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Core voltage for the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). Y ou can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.70V to the maximum voltage of installed DRAM with a 0.
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-25 Chapter 3 3.6.1 CPU Conguration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down.
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-27 Chapter 3 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep T echnology [Enabled] Allows your system to adjust the processor’s voltage and cores frequency , resulting in decreased power consumption and heat production. [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed.
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.2 PCH Conguration PCI Express Conguration .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-29 Chapter 3 Active Memory Threshold [0] to work.
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 SA T A Mode Selection [AHCI] [Disabled] Disables the SA T A function.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-31 Chapter 3 VT -d [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the function.
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-33 Chapter 3 3.6.5 USB Conguration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.6 Platform Misc Conguration .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-35 Chapter 3 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Conguration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller .
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASM1061 Storage Controller (SA T A6G_E12) [Enabled] Allows you to select the ASM1061 storage controller operating mode. [Disabled] Disables the ASM1061 storage controller . [Enabled] Enables the ASM1061 storage controller.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-37 Chapter 3 ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled] , all other PME options will be switched off.
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.9 Network Stack Network Stack [Disable] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled] .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-39 Chapter 3 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. CPU T emperature / MB T emperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures.
3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan operating mode. [Auto] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature in PWM mode for 4-pin CPU fan. [Advance Mode] Detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the mode control.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-41 Chapter 3 Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1/4 [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.
3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Conguration Fast Boot [Disabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-43 Chapter 3 Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST . [Enabled] Select to load the network stack driver during POST . Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss.
3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Boot Logo Display [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen boot logo display during POST . [Disabled] Disables the full screen boot logo display during POST . Boot Logo Size Control [Auto] [Auto] Automatically adjusts for Windows ® requirements.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-45 Chapter 3 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) .
3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Key Management This item appears only when you set OS T ype to [Windows UEFI Mode] . It allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys. Clear Secure Boot keys This item appears only when you load the default Secure Boot keys.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-47 Chapter 3 DB Management .
3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.9 T ools menu .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-49 Chapter 3 Save to Prole .
3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-51 Chapter 3 3.1 1 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS.
3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-53 Chapter 3 .
3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 3-55 Chapter 3 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number . 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switc.
3-56 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-1 Chapter 4 Software support 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to ASSETUP .
4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information .
4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 AI Suite 3 main menu bar • The screeshots of AI Suite 3 in this user manual are for reference only . The actual The screeshots of AI Suite 3 in this user manual are for reference only . The actual screenshots vary with models.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-5 Chapter 4 Tick to enable Group T uning Click or to adjust the Base Clock Frequency , CPU Ratio, and CPU Ring Ratio Click or to select the number of cores to adjust Click to save the .
4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 V oltage Drag the slider to adjust DRAM, CPU Analog I/O, PCH, and CPU Input voltages Drag the slider to adjust CPU System Agent, CPU Digital I/O, VTTDDR, and .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-7 Chapter 4 EPU EPU is an enery-processing utility that allows you to adjust the CPU, GPU, and Fan Control settings to their power-saving conditions.
4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 CPU Power • CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions of every phase component.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-9 Chapter 4 Fan Xpert 2 Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks the fan speeds, and provides you with .
4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 RPM Mode RPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75 o C. Click and drag to adjust the fan’s speed Click to switch between the CPU and chassis fan screens Click to go back to the previous screen Click to apply the changes Click to undo the changes 4.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-1 1 Chapter 4 • Install the AI Suite 3 utility from your ASUS motherboard’s bundled support DVD. • For your Android smart device, download the ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote from Google Play . For your iOS smart device, download the ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote from App store.
4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Using Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote allows you to remotely control your computer using your smart device. Launching Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote 1. On your smart device, turn on the Wi-Fi connection.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-13 Chapter 4 Using Cloud GO! 1. On your computer , click Cloud GO! on the Wi-Fi GO! screen. 2. Click Enter to access your cloud storage accounts. 3. Log into your Asus WebStorage, Google Drive™ or Dropbox ® cloud account then click Sign In .
4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Click to select media le type Media les pane Displays the target receiver’s name and the media le currently playing Click to edit the playlist Tick to select source location Click to select receiver Using DLNA Media Hub on the computer On your computer , click DLNA Media Hub then click Enter .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-15 Chapter 4 T ransferring les from your computer to your smart device .
4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.4 USB 3.0 Boost USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically speeds up the transfer rates of your USB storage devices. Launching USB 3.0 Boost T o launch USB 3.0 Boost, click on the top edge of the screen, then click USB 3.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-17 Chapter 4 4.3.5 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard storage device.
4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 2. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click Download .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-19 Chapter 4 4.3.6 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. Launching Ai Charger+ T o launch Ai Charger+, click on the top edge of the screen, then click Ai Charger+ on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar .
4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.7 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily . With this utlity , you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that will display during POST .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-21 Chapter 4 4.3.8 Network iControl Network iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage your network bandwidth and set the bandwidth priority for your running programs.
4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.9 USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge your portable USB devices even if your computer is off, in sleep mode or hibernate mode. Before using USB Charger+, ensure to disable the ErP Ready item from the Advanced > APM > ErP Ready in the Advanced mode of the BIOS Setup program.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-23 Chapter 4 4.3.10 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. Launching the System Information T o launch System Information, click on the top edge of the screen, then click System Information on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar .
4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Viewing the SPD information From the System Information screen, click SPD tab to view the memory’s information. 4.3.1 1 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 4-25 Chapter 4 A. Realtek ® HD Audio Manager with DTS UltraPC II for Windows ® 8 / Windows ® 7 Conguration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Set.
4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com • T o play Blu-Ray™ disc, make sure to use an HDCP compliant monitor .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 5-1 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 5.1 RAID congurations The motherboard supports the following SA T A RAID solutions: • Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support.
5-2 Chapter 5 5.1.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array .
ASUS Z87-PLUS 5-3 Chapter 5 5.1.4 Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o enter the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu.
5-4 Chapter 5 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 5-5 Chapter 5 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive.
5-6 Chapter 5 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1.
ASUS Z87-PLUS 5-7 Chapter 5 Exiting the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit , and then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: A re y ou s ur e yo u wa n t to exit? ( Y/ N) : [ CONFIRM EXIT ] 5.
5-8 Chapter 5 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® T o create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® : 1.
ASUS Z87-PLUS A-1 Appendices Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference.
A-2 Appendices Appendices IC: Canadian Compliance Statement .
ASUS Z87-PLUS A-3 Appendices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr .asus.com/english/REACH.
A-4 Appendices Appendices ASUS contact information ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei, T aiwan 1 1259 T elephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site www.asus.com.tw T echnical Support T elephone +86-21-3842991 1 Online support support.
ASUS Z87-PLUS A-5 Appendices EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR.
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