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... website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock Z87 Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
... website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock Z87 Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
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...driver to other users. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock OMG (Online Management Guard) Administrators are required. You may prevent motherboard damages due to update their lifespan. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included in... visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. Please note that cannot be placed in RAID mode. 7 English Z87 Pro4 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. It fully utilizes the memory ...
...driver to other users. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock OMG (Online Management Guard) Administrators are required. You may prevent motherboard damages due to update their lifespan. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included in... visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. Please note that cannot be placed in RAID mode. 7 English Z87 Pro4 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. It fully utilizes the memory ...
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Z87 Pro4 ASRock Home Cloud This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel LAN, so you can connect with another smartphone, tablet or computer. You will automatically shift to install the drivers from anywhere in A-Tuning. ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met. The fans will be able to power your PC ... in the UEFI that don't have an optical disk drive to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is included in the world. ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that installs the LAN driver to five different fan speeds using the graph.
Z87 Pro4 ASRock Home Cloud This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel LAN, so you can connect with another smartphone, tablet or computer. You will automatically shift to install the drivers from anywhere in A-Tuning. ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met. The fans will be able to power your PC ... in the UEFI that don't have an optical disk drive to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is included in the world. ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that installs the LAN driver to five different fan speeds using the graph.
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1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 2 34 56 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 ... USB3 Top: RJ-45 7 ATXPWR1 Top: 1 1 USB3_6_7 Front USB 3.0 Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF Z87 Pro4 CHA_FAN2 USB3_8 Vertical Type A USB 3.0 Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN USB3_4_5 PCI Express 3.0 8 29 PCIE1 LAN X X X ...Fast LAN Fast USB Fast RAM 9 10 CMOS Battery PCIE2 Super I/O PCIE4 PCIE3 RoHS Intel Z87 Audio CODEC HD_AUDIO1 SPDIF1_OUT1 1 1 1 TPMS1 PCI1 PCI2 COM1 1 IR1 1 CLRCMOS1 1 USB6_7 1 USB4_5 1 SATA3_0 SATA3_2 SATA3_4 SATA3_1...
1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 2 34 56 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 ... USB3 Top: RJ-45 7 ATXPWR1 Top: 1 1 USB3_6_7 Front USB 3.0 Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF Z87 Pro4 CHA_FAN2 USB3_8 Vertical Type A USB 3.0 Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN USB3_4_5 PCI Express 3.0 8 29 PCIE1 LAN X X X ...Fast LAN Fast USB Fast RAM 9 10 CMOS Battery PCIE2 Super I/O PCIE4 PCIE3 RoHS Intel Z87 Audio CODEC HD_AUDIO1 SPDIF1_OUT1 1 1 1 TPMS1 PCI1 PCI2 COM1 1 IR1 1 CLRCMOS1 1 USB6_7 1 USB4_5 1 SATA3_0 SATA3_2 SATA3_4 SATA3_1...
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Z87 Pro4 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 17 English
Z87 Pro4 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 17 English
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... or three memory module installed. 3. For dual channel configuration, you always need to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. Z87 Pro4 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual...
... or three memory module installed. 3. For dual channel configuration, you always need to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. Z87 Pro4 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual...
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PCIE4 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Z87 Pro4 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for... PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCI slot: The PCI1 and PCI2 slots are 2 PCI slots and 4 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is...
PCIE4 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Z87 Pro4 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for... PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCI slot: The PCI1 and PCI2 slots are 2 PCI slots and 4 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is...
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..., reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. PWRBTN (Power Switch): Connect to the motherboard. The LED is on the chassis front panel. English 23 Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. The front panel design may... jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the power switch on when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. Z87 Pro4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly.
..., reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. PWRBTN (Power Switch): Connect to the motherboard. The LED is on the chassis front panel. English 23 Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. The front panel design may... jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the power switch on when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. Z87 Pro4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly.
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...-bit OS. 1. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. Please refer to AMD graphics card manuals for details. 4. Z87 Pro4 2.8 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that the cards are properly seated on the top of the graphics cards. (The CrossFire Bridge is... (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card vendor for details.) English 31 Currently CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM are supported with this motherboard.
...-bit OS. 1. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. Please refer to AMD graphics card manuals for details. 4. Z87 Pro4 2.8 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that the cards are properly seated on the top of the graphics cards. (The CrossFire Bridge is... (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card vendor for details.) English 31 Currently CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM are supported with this motherboard.
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OC Tweaker Configurations for switching between the primary and secondary screen without replugging the connectors every time. System Info View information about the system. 37 English Enable this function and configure the period of time until the computer powers on, and the duration of the dehumidifying process. Z87 Pro4 Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to one monitor and toggle between the two devices. HDMI-IN Connect two different devices to dampness. Please set a hotkey for overclocking the system.
OC Tweaker Configurations for switching between the primary and secondary screen without replugging the connectors every time. System Info View information about the system. 37 English Enable this function and configure the period of time until the computer powers on, and the duration of the dehumidifying process. Z87 Pro4 Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to one monitor and toggle between the two devices. HDMI-IN Connect two different devices to dampness. Please set a hotkey for overclocking the system.
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...\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\ msahci in Windows Registry Editor. If your system is not in sleep mode. 3.3.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8/7 (32- or 64-bit edition) • Set the SATA mode to crash while... value from deep sleep, saving time and power consumption. There are certain risks. Enter into the word box then click OK. 2. Z87 Pro4 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your system to avoid loss. 1. Double click on OK....
...\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\ msahci in Windows Registry Editor. If your system is not in sleep mode. 3.3.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8/7 (32- or 64-bit edition) • Set the SATA mode to crash while... value from deep sleep, saving time and power consumption. There are certain risks. Enter into the word box then click OK. 2. Z87 Pro4 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your system to avoid loss. 1. Double click on OK....
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... to the integrated GPU. DRAM Configuration 65 English GT Voltage Offset Configure the voltage added to the integrated GPU when the system is fixed. Z87 Pro4 Override: The voltage is under heavy load. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically.
... to the integrated GPU. DRAM Configuration 65 English GT Voltage Offset Configure the voltage added to the integrated GPU when the system is fixed. Z87 Pro4 Override: The voltage is under heavy load. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically.
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Motherboard Layout 1 2 34 56 Z87 Pro4 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard ...RJ-45 7 B: USB3 ATXPWR1 Top: 1 1 USB3_6_7 Front USB 3.0 Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF Z87 Pro4 CHA_FAN2 USB3_8 Vertical Type A USB 3.0 Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN USB3_4_5 PCI Express 3.0 8 29 PCIE1 LAN X X ...X Fast LAN Fast USB Fast RAM 9 10 CMOS Battery PCIE2 Super I/O PCIE4 PCIE3 RoHS Intel Z87 Audio CODEC HD_AUDIO1 SPDIF1_OUT1 1 1 1 TPMS1 PCI1 PCI2 COM1 1 IR1 1 CLRCMOS1 1 USB6_7 1 USB4_5 1 SATA3_0 SATA3_2 ...
Motherboard Layout 1 2 34 56 Z87 Pro4 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard ...RJ-45 7 B: USB3 ATXPWR1 Top: 1 1 USB3_6_7 Front USB 3.0 Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF Z87 Pro4 CHA_FAN2 USB3_8 Vertical Type A USB 3.0 Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN USB3_4_5 PCI Express 3.0 8 29 PCIE1 LAN X X ...X Fast LAN Fast USB Fast RAM 9 10 CMOS Battery PCIE2 Super I/O PCIE4 PCIE3 RoHS Intel Z87 Audio CODEC HD_AUDIO1 SPDIF1_OUT1 1 1 1 TPMS1 PCI1 PCI2 COM1 1 IR1 1 CLRCMOS1 1 USB6_7 1 USB4_5 1 SATA3_0 SATA3_2 ...
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... to quality and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 5 English It delivers excellent...
... to quality and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87 Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 5 English It delivers excellent...
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Z87 Pro4 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of previously visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included in RAID mode. 11 English ASRock UEFI System Browser ASRock System Browser shows the overview ...current PC and the devices connected. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to prevent users from bypassing OMG, guest accounts without entering Windows® OS. Only USB 2.0 ports support this feature. You may prevent motherboard damages due to establish an internet ...
Z87 Pro4 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of previously visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included in RAID mode. 11 English ASRock UEFI System Browser ASRock System Browser shows the overview ...current PC and the devices connected. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to prevent users from bypassing OMG, guest accounts without entering Windows® OS. Only USB 2.0 ports support this feature. You may prevent motherboard damages due to establish an internet ...
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... Driver Installer For users that don't have an optical disk drive to install the drivers from anywhere in the world. Z87 Pro4 ASRock Home Cloud This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel LAN, so you can connect with your PC from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool ...
... Driver Installer For users that don't have an optical disk drive to install the drivers from anywhere in the world. Z87 Pro4 ASRock Home Cloud This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel LAN, so you can connect with your PC from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool ...
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Z87 Pro4 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 17 English
Z87 Pro4 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 17 English
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...correct orientation. It is unable to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Priority 1 2 3 DDR3_A1 Populated Populated DDR3_A2 Populated Populated DDR3_B1 Populated ...Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. Z87 Pro4 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1.
...correct orientation. It is unable to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Priority 1 2 3 DDR3_A1 Populated Populated DDR3_A2 Populated Populated DDR3_B1 Populated ...Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. Z87 Pro4 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1.
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... lane width cards. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Z87 Pro4 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards. English 21 PCI slot: The PCI1 and PCI2...
... lane width cards. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Z87 Pro4 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards. English 21 PCI slot: The PCI1 and PCI2...
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... module to the power switch on the chassis front panel. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the motherboard. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to perform a normal restart. Press the reset switch... indicator on the chassis front panel. PWRBTN (Power Switch): Connect to this header according to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. Z87 Pro4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly.
... module to the power switch on the chassis front panel. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the motherboard. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to perform a normal restart. Press the reset switch... indicator on the chassis front panel. PWRBTN (Power Switch): Connect to this header according to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. Z87 Pro4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly.