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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z97-P specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-8 1.5 Expansion slots 1-10 1.6 Jumpers 1-12 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Software support 1-22 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating ...17 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-19 2.6 Advanced menu 2-30 2.7 Monitor menu 2-40 2.8 Boot menu 2-43 2.9 Tool menu 2-49 2.10 Exit menu 2-50 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z97-P specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-8 1.5 Expansion slots 1-10 1.6 Jumpers 1-12 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Software support 1-22 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating ...17 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-19 2.6 Advanced menu 2-30 2.7 Monitor menu 2-40 2.8 Boot menu 2-43 2.9 Tool menu 2-49 2.10 Exit menu 2-50 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
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... cord. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the...the product, ensure all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you are also provided.
... cord. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the...the product, ensure all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you are also provided.
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...2400(O.C.)*/ 2250(O. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Z97-P specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation, New 4th Generation and...max at x2 mode) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 2 x PCI slots (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Z97-P motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of individual CPUs.
...2400(O.C.)*/ 2250(O. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Z97-P specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation, New 4th Generation and...max at x2 mode) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 2 x PCI slots (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Z97-P motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of individual CPUs.
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... a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Z97-P 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it...
... a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Z97-P 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it...
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...the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to the rear part of the chassis Z97-P 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction The edge... with external ports goes to ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as ...
...the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to the rear part of the chassis Z97-P 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction The edge... with external ports goes to ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as ...
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...1-18 1-4 1-8 1-16 1-21 1-21 1-18 1-20 1-12 1-19 1-19 1-15 1-17 1-17 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation, New 4th Generation and 5th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core... / Core™ i3, Pentium® , Celeron® processors. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 7. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 13. Z97-P Z97-P CPU socket LGA1150 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction M.2 Socket 3 8. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 15. ...
...1-18 1-4 1-8 1-16 1-21 1-21 1-18 1-20 1-12 1-19 1-19 1-15 1-17 1-17 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation, New 4th Generation and 5th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core... / Core™ i3, Pentium® , Celeron® processors. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 7. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 13. Z97-P Z97-P CPU socket LGA1150 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction M.2 Socket 3 8. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 15. ...
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... Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket ...is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Z97-P 1-5 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after...
... Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket ...is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Z97-P 1-5 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after...
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...Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of accessing information from a memory module. Any excess memory from the same vendor. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not ...system maps the total size of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Z97-P Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 Z97-P 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 ...
...Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of accessing information from a memory module. Any excess memory from the same vendor. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not ...system maps the total size of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Z97-P Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 Z97-P 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 ...
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... LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 ...cards complying with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove ...
... LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 ...cards complying with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove ...
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...ASUS Z97-P 1-11 VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 (gray) x16 (Recommended for single VGA card) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x2 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (gray) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard...shared - - - - 1.5.6 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that you provide sufficient power when using multiple graphics cards for this motherboard PCIEx16_1 PCIEx16_2 PCIEx1_1 PCIEx1_2 PCI 1 PCI 2 Realtek 8111GR LAN controller...
...ASUS Z97-P 1-11 VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 (gray) x16 (Recommended for single VGA card) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x2 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (gray) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard...shared - - - - 1.5.6 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that you provide sufficient power when using multiple graphics cards for this motherboard PCIEx16_1 PCIEx16_2 PCIEx1_1 PCIEx1_2 PCI 1 PCI 2 Realtek 8111GR LAN controller...
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...opening at the back of the connector. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is purchased separately. 2. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector,... connectors • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the CPU fan connector. ASUS Z97-P 1-15 COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI Z97-P Z97-P Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is securely installed to the fan connectors. Serial port connector (10-1...
...opening at the back of the connector. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is purchased separately. 2. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector,... connectors • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the CPU fan connector. ASUS Z97-P 1-15 COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI Z97-P Z97-P Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is securely installed to the fan connectors. Serial port connector (10-1...
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...R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L Z97-P HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-P Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability...[AC97]. 5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. ASUS Z97-P 1-17 Connect one end of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Z97-P SPDIF_OUT Z97-P Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF...
...R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L Z97-P HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-P Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability...[AC97]. 5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. ASUS Z97-P 1-17 Connect one end of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Z97-P SPDIF_OUT Z97-P Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF...
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... +3VSB NC LAD0 +3V LAD3 LREST# LFRAME# LCLK PIN 1 Z97-P TPM NC CLKRUN# SERIRQ NC GND LAD1 LAD2 NC GND Z97-P TPM connector The TPM module is purchased separately. 9. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis.... GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND Z97-P USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. ASUS Z97-P 1-19 USB1314) These connectors...
... +3VSB NC LAD0 +3V LAD3 LREST# LFRAME# LCLK PIN 1 Z97-P TPM NC CLKRUN# SERIRQ NC GND LAD1 LAD2 NC GND Z97-P TPM connector The TPM module is purchased separately. 9. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis.... GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND Z97-P USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. ASUS Z97-P 1-19 USB1314) These connectors...
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... the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. The contents of your... computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which lists the unique features of the Support DVD to your ASUS motherboard. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI/RAID Driver, Manual, Contact, and Specials tabs to run the ...
... the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. The contents of your... computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which lists the unique features of the Support DVD to your ASUS motherboard. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI/RAID Driver, Manual, Contact, and Specials tabs to run the ...
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... Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS Z97-P 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to...
... Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS Z97-P 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to...
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Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port. 3. NTFS is in single partition and in the ... when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS Z97-P 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings. To ensure system compatibility...
Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port. 3. NTFS is in single partition and in the ... when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS Z97-P 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings. To ensure system compatibility...
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... www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to... the default value. Press the reset button on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). We recommend you always shut down...
... www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to... the default value. Press the reset button on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). We recommend you always shut down...
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Refer to the system. ASUS Z97-P 2-7 To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press . Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the system properties of ...
Refer to the system. ASUS Z97-P 2-7 To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press . Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the system properties of ...
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... Note Hot Keys Sub-menu item Menu items General help Configuration fields Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to EZ Mode Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started
... Note Hot Keys Sub-menu item Menu items General help Configuration fields Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to EZ Mode Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started