Asus Z87M-PLUS manual

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ii E7920 First Edition April 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, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchase[...]

iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ........................................................................................................ vii Z87M-PLUS specications summary ....................................................[...]

iv Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................ 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................................. 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode ...................................................................................... [...]

v 4.3.4 Network iControl.......................................................................... 4-8 4.3.5 USB Charger+ ........................................................................... 4-10 4.3.6 System Information ................................................................... 4-1 1 4.3.7 ASUS Update ..............................[...]

vi Safety information Electrical safety T o prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power c[...]

vii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the sw[...]

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. DANGER/W ARNING: 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 IMPORT ANT : Instr[...]

ix Z87M-PLUS specications summary CPU LGA1 150 socket for Intel ® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / 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 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel ® CPU su[...]

x USB Intel ® Z87 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear panel (blue) Intel ® Z87 Express Chipset - 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at rear panel) ASUS unique features ASUS Digital Power Design - Digital Power Control: Digital [...]

xi ASUS exclusive overclocking features Precision T weaker 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.001V increment - vCCIN: Adjustable CPU Input voltage at 0.01V increment - iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.001V increment - vCCSA: Adjustable CPU System Agent voltage at 0.001V increment - vCCIO: Adjustable Analog and Digital I/O voltage at 0[...]

xii Z87M-PLUS specications summary Support DVD contents Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor uA TX form factor: 9.6 in. x 8.4 in. (24.4 cm x 21.3 cm) Specications are subject to change without notice.[...]

xiii • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer . • The illustrations above are for reference only . Actual product specications may vary with different models. User Manual ASUS Z87M-PLUS motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield Package contents Check your motherboar[...]

xiv 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.[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1 150 socket for Intel ® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium ® , and Celeron ® Processors This motherboard supports Intel ® 4th generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium ® , and Celeron ® processors in t[...]

1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability , improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity . Intel ® Smart Response T echnology Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , an important part of Green ASUS eco-frien[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-3 Chapter 1 USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), signicantly increases a USB device’s transfer speed up to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. It automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need [...]

1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the rst mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more exibility , convenience, and easy to navigate UEFI BIOS than the [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-5 Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed T ake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safel[...]

1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Z87M-PLUS PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 ASM 1442 USB1314 USB1112 USB910 AAFP EATXPWR CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 GPU_LED GPU_Boost BATTERY Supe[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-7 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 2. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN1-2) 4. LGA1 150 CPU socket 5. GPU Boost switch 6. GPU Boost LED (GPU_LED) 7. DDR3 DIMM slots 8. MemOK! button [...]

1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 150 socket designed for Intel ® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium™, and Celeron™ processors. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Ensure that you i[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-9 Chapter 1 Recommended memory congurations 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. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Z87M-PLUS Z87M-PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sock[...]

1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Y ou may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any excess memory [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-1 1 Chapter 1 DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capability Z87M-PLUS Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2600(O.C.) MHz capability (continued on the next page) DDR3 2800(O.C.) MHz capability DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capability[...]

1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 2000(O.C.) MHz capability DDR3 1866(O.C.) MHz capability DDR3 1800(O.C.) MHz capability (continued on the next page)[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-13 Chapter 1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability[...]

1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued on the next page)[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-15 Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory conguration. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black slots as on[...]

1-16 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 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (at x16 mode) 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (run[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-17 Chapter 1 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (yellow) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_F AN1-2 when using multiple graphic[...]

1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-19 Chapter 1 1.2.7 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-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. MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the moth[...]

1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 2. GPU Boost switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the GPU Boost function. Z87M-PLUS Z87M-PLUS GPU Boost switch GPU Boost T o ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The GPU Boost LED near the GPU Boost switch lights up when the GPU [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-21 Chapter 1 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 2. DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. 3. GPU Boo[...]

1-22 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) 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. If you installed Serial A T A hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 conguratio[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-23 Chapter 1 2. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benets of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 4.8Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable dev[...]

1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 5. 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. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-25 Chapter 1 6. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CHA_F AN1-2) 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 . DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside the sy[...]

1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12 V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W . • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EA TX12 V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot. • [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-27 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. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED) This 2-pin connecto[...]

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ASUS Z87M-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. 1. Install the ASUS I/O shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Chapter 2: Basic install[...]

2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 3. Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Z87M-PLUS[...]

ASUS Z87M-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 LGA1 155 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 . T o install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly[...]

ASUS Z87M-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 Z87M-PLUS 2-7 Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection OR[...]

2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection OR OR[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector T o install the system panel connector 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 HDD_LED[...]

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[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 2-1 1 Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port denitions. Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 6. HDMI port 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port 7. DVI-D port 3. V ideo Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 8. In[...]

2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows ® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only . • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and bett[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 2-13 Chapter 2 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 reset button on your chassis for three seconds, and the BIOS is updated automatically . T o use USB B[...]

2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2.2.3 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 2-15 Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers[...]

2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.3 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Ensure that all switches are of f. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge prot[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-1 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more exible and convenient mouse input. Y ou can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS [...]

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure 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 T o enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self T est[...]

ASUS Z87M-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 . T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode , then[...]

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations. T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit , then select Advanced Mode[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-5 Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (My Favorites, Ai T weaker , Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when[...]

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. Adding items to My Favorites T o add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add. When using a mouse, hover the pointer to the item. 2. Pr[...]

ASUS Z87M-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. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system secu[...]

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. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected elds in the BIOS setup program. T o set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-9 Chapter 3 3.5 Ai T weaker menu The Ai T weaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai T weaker menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. The conguration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you i[...]

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Auto] . ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/ Manual/User-dened memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Allows you to set to default core ratio settings. The following two [...]

ASUS Z87M-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 Ratio Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 4-Core Ratio Limit. If you assign a value for 3-Cor[...]

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 . Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to beco[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-13 Chapter 3 RTL IOL control DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R1D0) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R1D1) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R0D0) [Auto] C[...]

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 tWRRD_dr [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] tWRRD_dd [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] tWRWR [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [7] tWRWR_dr [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] tWRWR_dd [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] Dec_WRD Congur[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-15 Chapter 3 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is dened by Intel VRM specication and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal condit[...]

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep T echnology [Enabled] Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency , resulting to a decreased average power consumption and decreased average heat pr[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-17 Chapter 3 CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you to improve power saving when the processor is in low power state. Disable to make the Fully Integrated V oltage Regulator work in high performance at all times. Conguration options: [Auto] [High Performance] [Balanced] Power D[...]

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 VCCIN V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set an input voltage for the processor by the external voltage regulator . Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800V to 3.040V with a 0.010V interval. CPU Core V oltage [Auto] Allows you to congure the voltage amount for the proce[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-19 Chapter 3 The following items appear only when you set the CPU Graphics V oltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode] . 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 By default, this item takes the standard value of the installed[...]

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU System Agent V oltage Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] T o offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] T o offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU System Agent V oltage Offset [Auto] Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the system agent of the processor including its PCIe controller and power [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-21 Chapter 3 DRAM V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.185V to 1.800V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel CPU specications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently . We recommend that you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V . PC[...]

3-22 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. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-23 Chapter 3 3.6.1 CPU Conguration 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. [Disabled] Disables th[...]

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] When set to [ Enabled ], this item allows the legacy OS to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Execute Disable prevents certain classes of malicious buffer overow attacks whe[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-25 Chapter 3 CPU C States Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C states. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the CPU C States to [Enabled] . Enhanced C1 state [Enabled] Allows your processor to reduce power when the system is in idle mode. Conguration options: [Enab[...]

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.2 PCH Conguration PCI Express Conguration Allows you to congure the PCI Express slots. DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to control the ASPM (Active State Power Management) on both Northbridge side and Southbridge side of the DMI Link. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] ASPM S[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-27 Chapter 3 Active Memory Threshold [0] This item supports Intel Rapid Storage T echnology when the partition size is greater than the Active Page Threshold size. When set to zero (0), it will go to Auto mode and checks if the partition size is enough at S3 entry . Ensure that the caching partition size is larger than the total me[...]

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 SA T A Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SA T A conguration. [Disabled] Disables the SA T A function. [IDE] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial A T A hard disk drives as Parallel A T A physical storage devices. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SA T A hard disk drives to use [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-29 Chapter 3 VT -d [Disabled] Allows you to enable virtualization technology function on memory control hub. [Enabled] Enables the function. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU Audio Devices [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio devices. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] DVI Port Audio [Disabled] Allo[...]

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DMI Conguration Allows you to control various DMI (Desktop Management Interface) functions. DMI Gen 2 [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen 2. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] NB PCIe Conguration Allows you to congure the NB PCI Express settings. PCIEx16_1 Link Speed [Auto] A[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-31 Chapter 3 3.6.5 USB Conguration 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). [Disabled] T[...]

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.6 Platform Misc Conguration The items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features. PCI Express Native Power Management [Disabled] Allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Express and perform ASPM operations in the operating system. Conguration options: [Disabled] [En[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-33 Chapter 3 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Conguration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller . The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled] . Front Panel T ype [HD] A[...]

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 PCI Express x16_2 slot (dark brown) bandwidth [X2 mode] [X2 mode] PCIe x16_2 slot runs at X2 mode with all slots enabled. [X4 mode] PCIe x16_2 slot runs at X4 mode for high performance support. PCIe x1_2 slot will be disabled. Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Realtek ® LAN controller . [Di[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-35 Chapter 3 Deep S4 [Disabled] When enabled, the system in S4 state will further reduce power usage and will power off the USB and PS/2 devices. The system in deep S4 state can be woken up via the power button, devices in LAN, or other ways except via the USB and PS/2 devices. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore A[...]

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.9 Network Stack Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled] . Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-37 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 [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperature. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish[...]

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Q-Fan Control item to [ Enabled ]. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] Allows you to set the low limit warning for CPU Fan speed. Con?[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-39 Chapter 3 The following items appear only when you set the Chassis1/2 Q-Fan Control items to [ Enabled ]. Chassis1/2 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] Allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Conguration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis1/2 Fan Profile [Standard] Allows[...]

3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Boot Conguration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. The following four item[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-41 Chapter 3 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto] Select any of these settings when PS/2 keyboard and mouse are installed. These settings only apply when Fast Boot is enabled. [Auto] For a faster POST time, PS/2 devices will only be available when the system boots up or rebooted when the PS/2 devices have not been reconnected or [...]

3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [On] . [Off] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off] . W ait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1> key to be pressed when error occurs. Option ROM Messages [For[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-43 Chapter 3 Secure Boot Allows you to congure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST . OS T ype [Windows UEFI mode] [Windows UEFI Mode] Allows you to select your installed operating system. Execute the Microsoft ® Secure Boot check. Only sele[...]

3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft ® Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). Delete the KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Once the KEK is deleted, the [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-45 Chapter 3 DBX Management The dbx (Revoked Signature database) lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded. Delete the dbx Allows you to delete the dbx le from your system. Deleting the dbx exposes your system to security threats. Load dbx from File Allows you to load the downloaded d[...]

3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.9 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, refer to section 3.1 [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-47 Chapter 3 Label Allows you to key in a label of the setup prole. Save to Prole Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prole number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Y es . Load from Prole Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved[...]

3-48 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. Y ou can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-49 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. Inappropriate BIOS updating may [...]

3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Launching ASUS Update T o launch ASUS Update, click ASUS Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar . Quit all Windows ® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility . Updating the BIOS through the Internet T o update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS fr[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-51 Chapter 3 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS le T o update the BIOS through a BIOS le: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from le , and then click Next. 2. Locate the BIOS le and click Next . 4. Y ou can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power[...]

3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • The screenshots in this section are for reference only . The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration. 3. Y ou can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo. Click Y es if you [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-53 Chapter 3 3.1 1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .asus.com. T o update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB ash disk that con[...]

3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with F A T 32/16 format and single partition only . • DO NOT shut down or 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 the L[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-55 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 allows you to copy the current BIOS le that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only . The actual[...]

3-56 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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 switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive). Updating the BIOS le T o update the BIOS le using BIOS Updater: 1[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-57 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 1.30 or later , the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt a[...]

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ASUS Z87M-PLUS 4-1 Chapter 4 Software support 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder . Double-click the ASSETUP .EXE to run the DVD. 4.1 Installing an operating system • This motherboard supports Windows ® 7 32/64-bit and Windows ® 8 32/64-bit op[...]

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. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat ® Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the ?[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several AS[...]

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 screenshots vary with models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration. System Information USB Charger+[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 4-5 Chapter 4 4.3.2 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 3.0 Boost on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar . Using the [...]

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback Wizard allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set a schedule to when you can download for a newer version. Scheduling the BIOS download 1. In the Down[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 4-7 Chapter 4 T o download the updated BIOS: 1. From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click Check for New BIOS Update to check for the latest BIOS version. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. 2. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click from the Save to: eld, select the USB ash drive, then click Download . 3. [...]

4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.4 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. Launching Network iControl T o launch Network iControl, click on the top edge of the screen, then click Network iContr[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 4-9 Chapter 4 EZ Prole screen Tick to assign a schedule of your network programs to avoid network congestions Click to save the prole settings or rename the prole Select a program from this list and click to add to your network prole Click to select a network prole Click to set the program as High, Normal, or Low prior[...]

4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.5 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. The USB Charger+ will not work if the ErP-ready item in the BIOS is enabled. Launching USB Charger+ T o launch USB Charger+, clic k on the top edge of the scre[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 4-1 1 Chapter 4 4.3.6 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 . Viewing the motherboard inform[...]

4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.7 ASUS Update ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment. Launching ASUS Update T o launch ASUS Update, click on the top edge of the screen, then click ASUS Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar . Using ASUS Update Select any of [...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 4-13 Chapter 4 4.3.8 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability . The CODEC also includes the Realtek ® proprietary UAJ ® (Universal Audio Ja[...]

4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.9 ASUS Boot Setting ASUS Boot Setting utility allows you to quickly enter the BIOS setup with a click of the DirectBIOS button. It also allows you to select the system bootup process using Normal Boot or Fast Boot. T o fully support ASUS Boot Setting on your motherboard, download the latest BIOS from A[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 4-15 Chapter 4 Using Advanced setup Advanced setup allows you to set the bootup process of your system. There are two settings to boot up your system: Fast Boot and Next boot after AC power loss . Enabling or disabling Fast Boot This setting allows you to quickly boot your system. This setting will take effect after shutting down or [...]

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ASUS Z87M-PLUS 5-1 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 5.1 RAID congurations 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. If you want to install a Windows ® operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, you have to create a RAID driver [...]

5-2 Chapter 5: RAID congurations 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 . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID conguration: 1. Install the SA T A hard disks int[...]

ASUS Z87M-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. T urn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu. The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus an[...]

5-4 Chapter 5: RAID congurations 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. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>. 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press the up/down arrow key to select a RAID l[...]

ASUS Z87M-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. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>. The a[...]

5-6 Chapter 5: RAID congurations 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. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Use the up/down arrow key to[...]

ASUS Z87M-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 ] 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk A oppy disk with[...]

5-8 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® T o create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® : 1. Start Windows ® . 2. Plug the USB oppy disk drive and insert a oppy disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Go to the AHCI/RAID Driver tab then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driv[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 6-1 Chapter 6 Intel ® technologies 6 Intel ® 2013 Desktop Responsiveness T echnologies This section details the overview of the installation and conguration procedures of the Intel ® 2013 Desktop Responsiveness T echnologies. Intel ® 2013 Desktop Responsiveness T echnologies consists of three powerful technologies that helps y[...]

6-2 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 SSD Capacity Requirements SSD Partition Capacity Requirements System DRAM 2GB 4GB 8GB Intel ® storage combinations Intel ® Rapid Start 2GB 4GB 8GB Intel ® Smart Response 20GB 20GB 20GB Intel ® Smart Response and Intel ® Rapid Start Separate 20GB and 2GB partition (SSD size > 22GB) Separate 20GB[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 6-3 Chapter 6 6.1 Intel ® Smart Response T echnology Intel ® Smart Response T echnology helps boost your system’s overall performance. It allows you to speed up data transmission and easily retrieve your recently-used applications. Intel ® Smart Response T echnology uses an SSD (Solid State Drive) that peforms as a cache of your[...]

6-4 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 3. T o change acceleration mode, click Change Mode then click Y es . T o disable Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , click Disable acceleration . • When using Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , you need at least one SSD (with at least 20GB of storage space) and an HDD. • If you want to restore[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 6-5 Chapter 6 Creating a partition • Ensure to back up your data before creating a partition using the Microsoft partition tool. Incorrect partitioning results to data loss. • The system may become unstable if DRAM is set to a high frequency . T o create a partition: 1. Launch the Computer Management window for the following Wind[...]

6-6 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 c. When the New Simple Wizard appears, click Next to proceed to a series of screens to specify volume size, assign drive path and format partition. d. Click Finish . If your SSD is smaller than 64GB and is set to Full disk capacity caching option for Intel ® Smart Response, you cannot see the volume i[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 6-7 Chapter 6 13. Select the RA W volume to store the Intel ® Rapid Start partition. Key in select volume and the disk number then press <Enter>. 8. Launch the disk partitioning tool for the following Windows ® operating systems: a. For Windows ® 7, click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt . b. For Wind[...]

6-8 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 14. Key in set id=84 override then press <Enter>. After the shrinking process, the Disk Management utility identies a new partition called Hibernation Partition . The command set id=84 override sets the selected volume into Hibernation Partition. Installing the Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 6-9 Chapter 6 Battery mode Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology Timer and slider 2. In the Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology , you may do any the following: a. In Status eld, click On to enable or click Off to disable Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology . b. In Critical Battery eld, this function only applies to notebooks. This functio[...]

6-10 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 Recovering the partition This procedure allows you to recover the partition that you made for the Intel ® Rapid ® Start T echnology . T o recover the partition: 1. Launch the disk partitioning tool for the following Windows ® operating systems: a. For Windows ® 7, click Start > Programs > Ac[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 6-1 1 Chapter 6 7. Launch the Computer Management window for the following Windows ® operating systems: a. For Windows ® 7, click Start then right-click Computer > Manage . b. For Window ® 8, right-click on the Start screen to launch to launch All Apps bar , click All Apps icon then right-click Computer > Manage . 8. On the [...]

6-12 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 Installing the Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology T o install the Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the installation wizard. 2. Click Utilities then click Intel ® Smart Connect T ec[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 6-13 Chapter 6 Conguring Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology Y ou need to congure the settings of Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology before using it for the rst time. T o congure Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology: 1. On the task bar , click to show hidden icons then click Smart ® Connect T echnology icon. 2. When the con[...]

6-14 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 6. Click Finish to start using Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology .[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 6-15 Chapter 6 Using the Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology • Before the system goes to sleep mode, ensure to keep your applications running on the desktop and key in the passwords for applications that require authorization. • Ensure that you are connected to the Internet when enabling the Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology . 1.[...]

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ASUS Z87M-PLUS 7-1 Chapter 6 Multiple GPU support 7 AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 7.1 Requirements In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical [...]

7-2 Chapter 7: Multiple GPU support Chapter 6 7.3 Installing AMD ® CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only . The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 1. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. 2. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIE[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS 7-3 Chapter 6 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 7.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI [...]

7-4 Chapter 7: Multiple GPU support Chapter 6 1 Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology 1. In the AMD VISION Engine Control Center window , click Performance > AMD CrossFireX TM . 2. Select Enable CrossFireX TM . 3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. 4. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. 2 3 4[...]

ASUS Z87M-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. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired opera[...]

A-2 Appendices Appendices Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. VCCI: Japan C[...]

ASUS Z87M-PLUS A-3 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.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNA TIONAL (America)[...]

A-4 Appendices 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. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: [...]