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... Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - vDRAM Bus: 191-step Memory voltage control - vCCSA: Adjustable CPU System Agent voltage at 0.01V increment - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 mouse / keyboard combo port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x RGB port 1 x Optical S/...F3 Shortcut functions, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE (continued on the next page) xi vCCIN: Adjustable CPU Input voltage at 0.001V increment - Z87M-PLUS specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I/O...
... Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - vDRAM Bus: 191-step Memory voltage control - vCCSA: Adjustable CPU System Agent voltage at 0.01V increment - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 mouse / keyboard combo port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x RGB port 1 x Optical S/...F3 Shortcut functions, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE (continued on the next page) xi vCCIN: Adjustable CPU Input voltage at 0.001V increment - Z87M-PLUS specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I/O...
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...Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. This means less time waiting for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. Accurate delivery reduces... system must be installed on the HDD to its full potential. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments and easily delivers stable...
...Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. This means less time waiting for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. Accurate delivery reduces... system must be installed on the HDD to its full potential. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments and easily delivers stable...
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...settings, and dramatically improve the systemís bootup. It allows you with its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all -in-one software offers diverse and ease to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool... for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-3 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides customizable settings for a cooler and quieter computing environment.
...settings, and dramatically improve the systemís bootup. It allows you with its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all -in-one software offers diverse and ease to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool... for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-3 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides customizable settings for a cooler and quieter computing environment.
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...is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on ... 32-bit Windows® OS. Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Check with the vendor to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the same CAS Latency. b) Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install 4GB or more on the...
...is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on ... 32-bit Windows® OS. Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Check with the vendor to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the same CAS Latency. b) Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install 4GB or more on the...
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To erase the RTC RAM: Z87M-PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Z87M-PLUS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot... failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery...
To erase the RTC RAM: Z87M-PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Z87M-PLUS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot... failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery...
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... takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up when the DIMM is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is tested. To stop... ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or open-case system. function. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-19 switch lights continuously. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to boot after using the MemOK!...
... takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up when the DIMM is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is tested. To stop... ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or open-case system. function. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-19 switch lights continuously. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to boot after using the MemOK!...
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... device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-1 Inappropriate...
... device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-1 Inappropriate...
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... Last modified settings Quick note Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode...
... Last modified settings Quick note Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode...
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...Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. If you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for this item to set the profiles supported...(X.M.P.) Technology, select this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-9 The configuration options for the system. [Manual] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency.
...Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. If you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for this item to set the profiles supported...(X.M.P.) Technology, select this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-9 The configuration options for the system. [Manual] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency.
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... Allows you to set the CPU ratio and synchronize automatically either per core or all cores. Use the or keys to adjust the value. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/ Manual/User-defined memory frequency mode. [Disabled] ... ratio on the Uncore part of the processor. eXtreme Memory Profile Allows you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [X.M.P.]. The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. The following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto]...
... Allows you to set the CPU ratio and synchronize automatically either per core or all cores. Use the or keys to adjust the value. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/ Manual/User-defined memory frequency mode. [Disabled] ... ratio on the Uncore part of the processor. eXtreme Memory Profile Allows you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [X.M.P.]. The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. The following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto]...
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... higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. OC Tuner [Auto] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for K-SKU CPUs to get the extreme overclocking capability. If you assign a value for 3-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core...BCLK First] EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-11 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to...
... higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. OC Tuner [Auto] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for K-SKU CPUs to get the extreme overclocking capability. If you assign a value for 3-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core...BCLK First] EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-11 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to...
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...based on your CPU specification. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to CPU loading. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-15 This item allows you to set a faster phase response for the CPU to increase system performance or to slower phase ...CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for extra power support. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. The thermal conditions should be monitored. DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration...
...based on your CPU specification. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to CPU loading. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-15 This item allows you to set a faster phase response for the CPU to increase system performance or to slower phase ...CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for extra power support. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. The thermal conditions should be monitored. DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration...
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...Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Use the or keys to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. The values range from 1W t0 4096W. When this menu allow you set the CPU ratio and features. Configuration options: [Disabled... specification limit. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Disable this item when overclocking. Use the or keys to a decreased average power consumption and decreased average heat production. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows...
...Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Use the or keys to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. The values range from 1W t0 4096W. When this menu allow you set the CPU ratio and features. Configuration options: [Disabled... specification limit. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Disable this item when overclocking. Use the or keys to a decreased average power consumption and decreased average heat production. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows...
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...that can result from 0A to 80A at all times. Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state... ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Idle Power-in high performance at 1Amp increment. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Idle Power-out Response [Auto] Allows you to 30A at 1Amp increment. Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance...
...that can result from 0A to 80A at all times. Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state... ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Idle Power-in high performance at 1Amp increment. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Idle Power-out Response [Auto] Allows you to 30A at 1Amp increment. Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance...
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... configure the amount of voltage fed to 2.440V with a 0.001V interval. You can use the or keys to [Enabled]. SVID Support [Auto] When overclocking, set this function when overclocking. • The following item appears only when you to set SVID Support to the digital portion of the I /O on the processor. Use the...
... configure the amount of voltage fed to 2.440V with a 0.001V interval. You can use the or keys to [Enabled]. SVID Support [Auto] When overclocking, set this function when overclocking. • The following item appears only when you to set SVID Support to the digital portion of the I /O on the processor. Use the...
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We recommend that you to set the I/O voltage on the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-21 According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. The values range from 0.735V to 1.500V with a 0.005V interval. You can ...
We recommend that you to set the I/O voltage on the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-21 According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. The values range from 0.735V to 1.500V with a 0.005V interval. You can ...
Quick Guide
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... not saved in the BIOS chapter of your motherboard user manual for an enhanced system stability and a performance boost. Save your CPU model. ASUS Z87 Series AI Suite 3 Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently and setting a low voltage may lead to select the number of ...the CPU cores, which vary with your overclocking settings as a TPU profile and manually load this profile after system bootup. Refer to the CPU documentation before using the CPU Frequency in TPU....
... not saved in the BIOS chapter of your motherboard user manual for an enhanced system stability and a performance boost. Save your CPU model. ASUS Z87 Series AI Suite 3 Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently and setting a low voltage may lead to select the number of ...the CPU cores, which vary with your overclocking settings as a TPU profile and manually load this profile after system bootup. Refer to the CPU documentation before using the CPU Frequency in TPU....
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... tap to undo the changes Click or tap to apply the changes CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to a low value for overclocking. CPU Power Phase Control Increase the phase number under a light system load to increase the VRM efficiency. * The system automatically sets ...the default to get more transient and better thermal performance. ASUS Z87 Series AI Suite 3 13 CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides a wider total power range for power efficiency. Reduce the phase number...
... tap to undo the changes Click or tap to apply the changes CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to a low value for overclocking. CPU Power Phase Control Increase the phase number under a light system load to increase the VRM efficiency. * The system automatically sets ...the default to get more transient and better thermal performance. ASUS Z87 Series AI Suite 3 13 CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides a wider total power range for power efficiency. Reduce the phase number...
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DRAM Voltage Frequency Allows you to increase the overclocking range. Higher VRM frequency gets a quicker transient response. Adjusting the DRAM Power Click or tap to undo the changes Click or tap to monitor the thermal conditions. 14 ASUS Z87 Series AI Suite 3 DRAM Power Phase ... in your motherboard to apply the changes DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Active Frequency Mode Active Frequency Mode allows you to adjust the DRAM switching frequency to stabilize the system or...
DRAM Voltage Frequency Allows you to increase the overclocking range. Higher VRM frequency gets a quicker transient response. Adjusting the DRAM Power Click or tap to undo the changes Click or tap to monitor the thermal conditions. 14 ASUS Z87 Series AI Suite 3 DRAM Power Phase ... in your motherboard to apply the changes DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Active Frequency Mode Active Frequency Mode allows you to adjust the DRAM switching frequency to stabilize the system or...
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...Fan Xpert 2. DIGI+ VRM DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust the voltage range to [Extreme] when using the Intel® iGPU. 18 ASUS Z87 Series AI Suite 3 CPU Power Phase Control Increase the phase number under a light system load to increase VRM efficiency. * The system ...for power efficiency. Back to get more transient and better thermal performance. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequence range simultaneously. Reduce the phase number under a heavy system load to Quick Menu Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with Performance and Power Saving...
...Fan Xpert 2. DIGI+ VRM DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust the voltage range to [Extreme] when using the Intel® iGPU. 18 ASUS Z87 Series AI Suite 3 CPU Power Phase Control Increase the phase number under a light system load to increase VRM efficiency. * The system ...for power efficiency. Back to get more transient and better thermal performance. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequence range simultaneously. Reduce the phase number under a heavy system load to Quick Menu Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with Performance and Power Saving...