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...SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 "Ultimate COOL" Thermal Solutions 1-2 1.1.3 "TUF Engine" Power Design 1-3 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" Guardian Angel 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 ASUS...2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-11 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-12 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-12 2.3.2...
...SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 "Ultimate COOL" Thermal Solutions 1-2 1.1.3 "TUF Engine" Power Design 1-3 1.1.4 "Safe & Stable!" Guardian Angel 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 ASUS...2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-11 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-12 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-12 2.3.2...
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Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.2.3 Q-Fan Control 3-7 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard 3-9 3.3 My Favorites 3-10 3.4 Main menu 3-12 3.5 Ai Tweaker ...10 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology 3-45 3.7 Monitor menu 3-46 3.8 Boot menu 3-51 3.9 Tool menu 3-57 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-57 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-58 3.9.3 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-59 3.10 Exit menu 3-60 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-61 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-61 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-62 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-63 iv
Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.2.3 Q-Fan Control 3-7 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard 3-9 3.3 My Favorites 3-10 3.4 Main menu 3-12 3.5 Ai Tweaker ...10 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology 3-45 3.7 Monitor menu 3-46 3.8 Boot menu 3-51 3.9 Tool menu 3-57 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-57 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-58 3.9.3 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-59 3.10 Exit menu 3-60 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-61 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-61 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-62 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-63 iv
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... Obtaining the software manuals 4-3 4.3 Software information 4-4 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-4 Thermal Radar 2 4-7 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 3.0 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 ...definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation...5-7 Appendices ...
... Obtaining the software manuals 4-3 4.3 Software information 4-4 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-4 Thermal Radar 2 4-7 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 3.0 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 ...definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation...5-7 Appendices ...
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...1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by... lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. vii Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that...
...1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by... lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. vii Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that...
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... LAN to experience smooth online gaming with smart devices in real time - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-DIMM - Disk Unlocker - Profile - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - Push Notice monitors your PC status with lower pings and less lags - ASUS O.C. SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 specifications summary Other Special Features Rear Panel I /O ports (continued on the next...
... LAN to experience smooth online gaming with smart devices in real time - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-DIMM - Disk Unlocker - Profile - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - Push Notice monitors your PC status with lower pings and less lags - ASUS O.C. SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 specifications summary Other Special Features Rear Panel I /O ports (continued on the next...
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...24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! x 9.6 in . SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 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; ... Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin Black) for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last...
...24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! x 9.6 in . SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 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; ... Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin Black) for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last...
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...With better electric conductivity, it convenient and easy to view all your DIY experience. ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more flexibility, convenience, and easy to one module, eliminating... and native support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the ...
...With better electric conductivity, it convenient and easy to view all your DIY experience. ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more flexibility, convenience, and easy to one module, eliminating... and native support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the ...
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... all up to use functions, with no need for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. leads the way to a more , all -in sleep or hibernation mode. With ASUS Remote GO!, you to -use and enjoy these ASUS Remote GO! Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 1-5 ASUS Remote GO! It also allows you to regularly check for any...
... all up to use functions, with no need for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. leads the way to a more , all -in sleep or hibernation mode. With ASUS Remote GO!, you to -use and enjoy these ASUS Remote GO! Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 1-5 ASUS Remote GO! It also allows you to regularly check for any...
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RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 9 - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into slots A1 and B1 for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS Mach Xtreme MXD3U133316GQ ...SS - We suggest that you install the modules into both the beige and brown slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. DDR3 1333 MHz ...
RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 9 - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into slots A1 and B1 for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS Mach Xtreme MXD3U133316GQ ...SS - We suggest that you install the modules into both the beige and brown slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. DDR3 1333 MHz ...
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... the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 1-25 Chapter 1 MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load the BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend... after using the MemOK! This is tested. button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. function. • The MemOK! The blinking speed...
... the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 1-25 Chapter 1 MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load the BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend... after using the MemOK! This is tested. button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. function. • The MemOK! The blinking speed...
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..., AC power off and on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to enable C.P.R. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the... erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3.
..., AC power off and on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to enable C.P.R. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the... erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3.
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... 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 1-29 Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [brown]) These connectors connect to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. Refer to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. •...
... 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 1-29 Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [brown]) These connectors connect to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. Refer to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. •...
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... front panel audio module to this connector. • We recommend that monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 1-33 Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard's component to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that... you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector to detect its temperature.
... front panel audio module to this connector. • We recommend that monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 1-33 Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard's component to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that... you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector to detect its temperature.
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... happens, please restart the system to the USB Flashback port. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 2-11 In case of interruption, please follow the steps again. • If the light flashes for better compatibility and stability. 3. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Insert the USB storage device to turn off...
... happens, please restart the system to the USB Flashback port. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 2-11 In case of interruption, please follow the steps again. • If the light flashes for better compatibility and stability. 3. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Insert the USB storage device to turn off...
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USB 2.0 ports 7-10 2. DisplayPort 3. HDMI port 6. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+ 7. USB 3.0 ports E1-E2 8. USB BIOS Flashback button 5. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation USB 3.0 ports 5-6, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost. LAN (RJ-45) port* 4.
USB 2.0 ports 7-10 2. DisplayPort 3. HDMI port 6. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+ 7. USB 3.0 ports E1-E2 8. USB BIOS Flashback button 5. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation USB 3.0 ports 5-6, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost. LAN (RJ-45) port* 4.
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... Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 2-13 Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel®...; 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to wake up to three displays under Windows® OS environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link Off ...
... Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 2-13 Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel®...; 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to wake up to three displays under Windows® OS environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link Off ...
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... on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the system is equipped with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up . BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous... 2.4 Starting up for less than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. Turn on the BIOS setting. Connect the power cord to green after the system LED turns on. For systems with a surge protector. 5. Check the jumper settings and ...
... on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the system is equipped with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up . BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous... 2.4 Starting up for less than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. Turn on the BIOS setting. Connect the power cord to green after the system LED turns on. For systems with a surge protector. 5. Check the jumper settings and ...
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.... • You have installed a new system component that you to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 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...
.... • You have installed a new system component that you to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 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...
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... for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on . BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode screen. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two... modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to ensure system compatibility and stability. Do this section are for information on how to ...
... for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on . BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode screen. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two... modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to ensure system compatibility and stability. Do this section are for information on how to ...
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... program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed between EZ Mode or Advanced Mode. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 3-3 Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the basic system...
... program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed between EZ Mode or Advanced Mode. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2 3-3 Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the basic system...