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...or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for free by the applicable law. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Such software in this email address). This ... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ...
...or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for free by the applicable law. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Such software in this email address). This ... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ...
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... support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-3 4.3 Software information 4-4 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-4 4.4.1 Ai Charger 4-11 4.4.2 EZ Update 4-12 4.4.3 USB BIOS Flashback 4-14 4.4.4 Push Notice 4-16 4.4.5 USB 3.1 Boost 4-19 4.4.6 System Information 4-20 4.4.7 USB Charger 4-22 4.4.8 Version 4-23 4.5 Turbo LAN 4-24 4.6 Audio configurations 4-25 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID...
... support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-3 4.3 Software information 4-4 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-4 4.4.1 Ai Charger 4-11 4.4.2 EZ Update 4-12 4.4.3 USB BIOS Flashback 4-14 4.4.4 Push Notice 4-16 4.4.5 USB 3.1 Boost 4-19 4.4.6 System Information 4-20 4.4.7 USB Charger 4-22 4.4.8 Version 4-23 4.5 Turbo LAN 4-24 4.6 Audio configurations 4-25 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID...
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... before the signal cables are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, ensure all power cables are...
... before the signal cables are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, ensure all power cables are...
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... emphasize a word or a phrase. If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Keys enclosed in this manual. Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in the less-than and...
... emphasize a word or a phrase. If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Keys enclosed in this manual. Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in the less-than and...
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SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Accessories Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (19-pin; x 9.6 in . moss green) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x ...ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information 4 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 7cm 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x TUF Inside sticker 1 x TUF Certification card 1 x TUF 5 Year Warranty manual (by region) 1 x User's manual...
SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Accessories Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (19-pin; x 9.6 in . moss green) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x ...ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information 4 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 7cm 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x TUF Inside sticker 1 x TUF Certification card 1 x TUF 5 Year Warranty manual (by region) 1 x User's manual...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/ USB 3.1 motherboard Technical documentations, certification and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector (7 cm) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. xiii
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/ USB 3.1 motherboard Technical documentations, certification and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector (7 cm) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. xiii
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...launch Intel® Smart Response Technology. • The SSD is reserved for frequently accessed data or applications. that monitoring of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unnecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD...of onboard temperature sensors and fan speeds is always ultra-accurate-whether you are adjusting settings manually or using the automatic one-click organization. Complete USB 3.1 integration This motherboard has the latest USB 3.1 connectivity built in with the cloud, leading to 10 Gb/s, or twice as ...
...launch Intel® Smart Response Technology. • The SSD is reserved for frequently accessed data or applications. that monitoring of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unnecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD...of onboard temperature sensors and fan speeds is always ultra-accurate-whether you are adjusting settings manually or using the automatic one-click organization. Complete USB 3.1 integration This motherboard has the latest USB 3.1 connectivity built in with the cloud, leading to 10 Gb/s, or twice as ...
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...174; CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. For effective use a more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to section Ai Tweaker menu ... or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of the memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices.
...174; CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. For effective use a more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to section Ai Tweaker menu ... or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of the memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices.
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.... 1. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the computer. button to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30... its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or opencase system. To stop memory tuning, turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK!
.... 1. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the computer. button to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30... its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or opencase system. To stop memory tuning, turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK!
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... Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via ...Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [brown]) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode] by default. 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. If you can create ...
... Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via ...Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [brown]) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode] by default. 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. If you can create ...
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...to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-1 When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and... convenient mouse input. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with ...
...to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-1 When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and... convenient mouse input. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with ...
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... Mode item in section 3.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed between EZ Mode or Advanced Mode. Click the button to manually tune the fans Shows the bootable devices Saves the changes and resets the system Loads optimized default settings Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the... Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-3
... Mode item in section 3.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed between EZ Mode or Advanced Mode. Click the button to manually tune the fans Shows the bootable devices Saves the changes and resets the system Loads optimized default settings Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the... Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-3
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... the menu bar have their respective menu items. Submenu items A greater than sign (>) before each item on top of your desired settings. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-5 Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for your BIOS screen. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to display in a Tree...
... the menu bar have their respective menu items. Submenu items A greater than sign (>) before each item on top of your desired settings. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-5 Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for your BIOS screen. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to display in a Tree...
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3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The Q-Fan Control allows you to manually configure your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click to activate PWM Mode Click to activate DC Mode Chapter 3 Select a profile to apply to your fans Click to apply the fan setting Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your fans ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-7
3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The Q-Fan Control allows you to manually configure your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click to activate PWM Mode Click to activate DC Mode Chapter 3 Select a profile to apply to your fans Click to apply the fan setting Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your fans ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-7
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Speed points Click or tap to manually configure your fans To configure your fans' operating speed. Click Apply to view its current status. 2. Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans: 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans' operating speed. 3.
Speed points Click or tap to manually configure your fans To configure your fans' operating speed. Click Apply to view its current status. 2. Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans: 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans' operating speed. 3.
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...) for an extreme overclocking, or leave it at [Auto] for the system. [Manual] Automatically optimizes the CPU ratio and BCLK frequency. Use the or to adjust the value. Select any of other devices that need precise clock jitters. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-15 The following item appears only when you to set to improve... based on BCLK Frequency. This may damage the CPU permanently. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] This item allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to [Manual].
...) for an extreme overclocking, or leave it at [Auto] for the system. [Manual] Automatically optimizes the CPU ratio and BCLK frequency. Use the or to adjust the value. Select any of other devices that need precise clock jitters. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-15 The following item appears only when you to set to improve... based on BCLK Frequency. This may damage the CPU permanently. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] This item allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to [Manual].
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... Ratio Limit and 2-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. 4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup If ...Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 3-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to default core ratio settings. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by...
... Ratio Limit and 2-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. 4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup If ...Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 3-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to default core ratio settings. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by...
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...CPU Graphics Ratio depending on the system loading. [Manual] This option allows you to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the best energy saving condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-17 It also accelerates the CPU graphics ... Tuner [Keep Current Settings] This item allows you to get the extreme overclocking capability. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] This item allows...
...CPU Graphics Ratio depending on the system loading. [Manual] This option allows you to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the best energy saving condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-17 It also accelerates the CPU graphics ... Tuner [Keep Current Settings] This item allows you to get the extreme overclocking capability. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] This item allows...
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... Switching Frequency [Auto] This item affects the VRM transient response speed and the component thermal production. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-21 Skew Control This item contains the transmitter and receiver's rising and falling slopes and their time controllers...boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Use the or keys to configure a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Select [Manual] to adjust the value. Transmitter Rising Slope [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [31] Transmitter Falling Slope [Auto] Configuration options...
... Switching Frequency [Auto] This item affects the VRM transient response speed and the component thermal production. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1 3-21 Skew Control This item contains the transmitter and receiver's rising and falling slopes and their time controllers...boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Use the or keys to configure a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Select [Manual] to adjust the value. Transmitter Rising Slope [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [31] Transmitter Falling Slope [Auto] Configuration options...
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... to [Power Phase Response]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the...
... to [Power Phase Response]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the...