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... Safety information...vi About this guide...vii Z97-WS specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS-exclusive workstation features 1-2 1.1.3 Other special ...2-6 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 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 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-15...
... Safety information...vi About this guide...vii Z97-WS specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS-exclusive workstation features 1-2 1.1.3 Other special ...2-6 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 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 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-15...
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...Updating BIOS 3-60 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-60 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-61 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-62 Chapter 4: Software 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 4-7 iv Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS ...APM Configuration 3-44 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration 3-45 3.7 Monitor menu 3-46 3.8 Boot menu 3-50 3.9 Tool menu 3-56 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-56...
...Updating BIOS 3-60 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-60 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-61 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-62 Chapter 4: Software 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 4-7 iv Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS ...APM Configuration 3-44 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration 3-45 3.7 Monitor menu 3-46 3.8 Boot menu 3-50 3.9 Tool menu 3-56 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-56...
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...USB Charger 4-13 4.4.6 Push Notice 4-14 4.4.7 System Information 4-17 4.5 Audio configurations 4-18 4.6 ASUS Dr. Power Utility 4-20 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID 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 Creating a RAID driver disk ...ready graphics cards 6-9 6.2.5 Installing the device drivers 6-10 6.2.6 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 6-10 Appendices Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 v
...USB Charger 4-13 4.4.6 Push Notice 4-14 4.4.7 System Information 4-17 4.5 Audio configurations 4-18 4.6 ASUS Dr. Power Utility 4-20 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID 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 Creating a RAID driver disk ...ready graphics cards 6-9 6.2.5 Installing the device drivers 6-10 6.2.6 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 6-10 Appendices Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 v
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...are also provided. 4. vii Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system... components. 3. Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus...
...are also provided. 4. vii Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system... components. 3. Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus...
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...smart TV - The latest transfer technologies with fast response time M.2 and SATA Express onboard - Turbo App - Z97-WS specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features High Performance 5-Way Optimization by minimizing the coupling noise and signal reflection effect Thunderbolt Ready - Pipe...design - Featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control. EPU, EPU switch ASUS Fan Xpert3 - UEFI BIOS - DIGI+ Power Control CPU Power - Whole system optimization with ThunderboltEX II series HomeCloud Server Media Streamer - Auto...
...smart TV - The latest transfer technologies with fast response time M.2 and SATA Express onboard - Turbo App - Z97-WS specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features High Performance 5-Way Optimization by minimizing the coupling noise and signal reflection effect Thunderbolt Ready - Pipe...design - Featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control. EPU, EPU switch ASUS Fan Xpert3 - UEFI BIOS - DIGI+ Power Control CPU Power - Whole system optimization with ThunderboltEX II series HomeCloud Server Media Streamer - Auto...
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with smart devices in real time USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS Q-Slot - Tuner - Monitor your PC status with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for selected applications Turbo LAN - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Q-Design - Z97-WS specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features ASUS Workstation Unique Features Gaming Scenario Turbo APP - Featuring tuning system performance customization, network priority, and automatic audio scene...
with smart devices in real time USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS Q-Slot - Tuner - Monitor your PC status with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for selected applications Turbo LAN - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Q-Design - Z97-WS specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features ASUS Workstation Unique Features Gaming Scenario Turbo APP - Featuring tuning system performance customization, network priority, and automatic audio scene...
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... 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback, top port supports Q-Code Logger) 1 x eSATA port 8-channel Audio I /O connectors Quiet Thermal Design - vDRAM Bus: 144-step Memory voltage control - ASUS Fan Xpert 3 - vCCIO: Adjustable Analog and Digital I/O voltage ...MHz at 0.001 V increment - iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.1 MHz increment. Overclocking Protection - Z97-WS specifications summary ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O ports 2 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support ...
... 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback, top port supports Q-Code Logger) 1 x eSATA port 8-channel Audio I /O connectors Quiet Thermal Design - vDRAM Bus: 144-step Memory voltage control - ASUS Fan Xpert 3 - vCCIO: Adjustable Analog and Digital I/O voltage ...MHz at 0.001 V increment - iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.1 MHz increment. Overclocking Protection - Z97-WS specifications summary ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O ports 2 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support ...
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... port connector 1x Chassis Intruder header 1x T_Sensor1 header * The CPU Q-Fan control setting is set as default in . Z97-WS specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support Form factor 4 x SATA 6Gb/s Connectors (4 x gray) 1 x 4-...x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the control mode automatically. 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, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, ...
... port connector 1x Chassis Intruder header 1x T_Sensor1 header * The CPU Q-Fan control setting is set as default in . Z97-WS specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support Form factor 4 x SATA 6Gb/s Connectors (4 x gray) 1 x 4-...x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the control mode automatically. 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, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, ...
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... PLX 8747 DIAG_CPU LED USB3_34 WGI 210AT WGI 218LM TPU PCIEX1_1 ICS 9DB433AGLF Z97-WS PCIEX16_2 PCIEX4_1 ASM 1187e TB_HEADER PCIEX16_3 Intel® Z97 CHA_FAN3 DR.Power LED DR_POWER SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 BIOS SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 M.2(SOCKET3) ALC 1150 PCIEX1_2 Lithium Cell CMOS Power VIA 1394 ...11 2 12 13 14 15 16 17 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I II TPU_LED CHA_FAN4 DRAM_LED MemOK! Chapter 1 Z97-WS 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout SPDIFO _HDMI _DP ESATA6G _USB56 BIOS_FLBK 1 21 23 24.4cm(9.6in) ASM 1442K EATX12V1 +12V_PWR LED ASP EATX12V TPU...
... PLX 8747 DIAG_CPU LED USB3_34 WGI 210AT WGI 218LM TPU PCIEX1_1 ICS 9DB433AGLF Z97-WS PCIEX16_2 PCIEX4_1 ASM 1187e TB_HEADER PCIEX16_3 Intel® Z97 CHA_FAN3 DR.Power LED DR_POWER SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 BIOS SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 M.2(SOCKET3) ALC 1150 PCIEX1_2 Lithium Cell CMOS Power VIA 1394 ...11 2 12 13 14 15 16 17 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I II TPU_LED CHA_FAN4 DRAM_LED MemOK! Chapter 1 Z97-WS 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout SPDIFO _HDMI _DP ESATA6G _USB56 BIOS_FLBK 1 21 23 24.4cm(9.6in) ASM 1442K EATX12V1 +12V_PWR LED ASP EATX12V TPU...
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...QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! Z97-WS Z97-WS MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to memory tuning requirement...until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to boot and load the BIOS default settings. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the exact location of failsafe settings...• The DRAM_LED also lights up due to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after turning on the computer.
...QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! Z97-WS Z97-WS MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to memory tuning requirement...until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to boot and load the BIOS default settings. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the exact location of failsafe settings...• The DRAM_LED also lights up due to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after turning on the computer.
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...the system automatically adjusts the base clock rate (BLCK) and the CPU ratio for a more enhanced performance. TPU Z97-WS Disable (Default) Enabled (CPU Ratio Boost) Enabled (CPU BCLK and Ratio Boost) Z97-WS TPU switch • The TPU LED (TPU_LED) near the TPU switch lights up when the TPU switch is...• You may use the 5-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Chapter 1 Z97-WS 1-15 However, the system will use the last setting you to automatically adjusts the CPU ratio and clock speed...
...the system automatically adjusts the base clock rate (BLCK) and the CPU ratio for a more enhanced performance. TPU Z97-WS Disable (Default) Enabled (CPU Ratio Boost) Enabled (CPU BCLK and Ratio Boost) Z97-WS TPU switch • The TPU LED (TPU_LED) near the TPU switch lights up when the TPU switch is...• You may use the 5-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Chapter 1 Z97-WS 1-15 However, the system will use the last setting you to automatically adjusts the CPU ratio and clock speed...
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... 6. 5. Refer to overclocking. Chapter 1 Z97-WS Z97-WS CLR_CMOS button 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at... the same time. Enable this switch to automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. EPU Z97-WS Disable (Default) Enable Z97-WS EPU switch • The ...
... 6. 5. Refer to overclocking. Chapter 1 Z97-WS Z97-WS CLR_CMOS button 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program and enable the EPU function at... the same time. Enable this switch to automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. EPU Z97-WS Disable (Default) Enable Z97-WS EPU switch • The ...
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... RSATA_RXP2 GND SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND A RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND B Z97-WS Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors B SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND...GND Detection SATAEXPRESS_1 Chapter 1 • These connectors are set , refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to M.2 Socket 3 than SATA_EXPRESS_1 interface. Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration of this user guide for details. • ...
... RSATA_RXP2 GND SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND A RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND B Z97-WS Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors B SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND...GND Detection SATAEXPRESS_1 Chapter 1 • These connectors are set , refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to M.2 Socket 3 than SATA_EXPRESS_1 interface. Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration of this user guide for details. • ...
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... connector is for the thermistor cable that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC Z97-WS AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC...pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to monitor the temperature of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you to [HD Audio] or [AC97]. 5. Connect one ...
... connector is for the thermistor cable that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC Z97-WS AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC...pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to monitor the temperature of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you to [HD Audio] or [AC97]. 5. Connect one ...
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...CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND D E Z97-WS F Z97-WS Fan connectors D CHA_FAN1 E CHA_FAN3 F CHA_FAN2 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN +5V GND CHA FAN...CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of the connector. • ...DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. 10. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to...
...CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND D E Z97-WS F Z97-WS Fan connectors D CHA_FAN1 E CHA_FAN3 F CHA_FAN2 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN +5V GND CHA FAN...CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of the connector. • ...DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. 10. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to...
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... button Refer to section 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs for three seconds to automatically update the BIOS. Chapter 2 Z97-WS 2-11 Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port (the USB port hole marked in white on the I /O connection for...
... button Refer to section 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs for three seconds to automatically update the BIOS. Chapter 2 Z97-WS 2-11 Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port (the USB port hole marked in white on the I /O connection for...
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...for three seconds to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section 3.11 Updating BIOS in green on the I/O shield) then press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the light goes out, ... event logs with opening the computer's case. To use Q-Code Logger: 1. Insert the USB storage device to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. USB Q-Code Logger button Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Q-Code Logger Q-Code Logger allows you to the USB port (the...
...for three seconds to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section 3.11 Updating BIOS in green on the I/O shield) then press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the light goes out, ... event logs with opening the computer's case. To use Q-Code Logger: 1. Insert the USB storage device to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. USB Q-Code Logger button Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Q-Code Logger Q-Code Logger allows you to the USB port (the...
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USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 4. Chapter 2 Z97-WS 2-13 USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6 12. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 14. Mini DisplayPort 6. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 13. Audio I /O connection 123 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Rear panel ... 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. HDMI port 3. eSATA port 10. USB BIOS Flashback button 11.
USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 4. Chapter 2 Z97-WS 2-13 USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6 12. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 14. Mini DisplayPort 6. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 13. Audio I /O connection 123 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Rear panel ... 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. HDMI port 3. eSATA port 10. USB BIOS Flashback button 11.
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...; Due to the design of the Intel® 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to three displays under Windows® OS environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. • Intel display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks (Pixel Clock = H total x V Total x Frame Rate (Fresh screen... USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI mode or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system's setting. • USB 3.0 devices can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS.
...; Due to the design of the Intel® 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to three displays under Windows® OS environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. • Intel display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks (Pixel Clock = H total x V Total x Frame Rate (Fresh screen... USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI mode or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system's setting. • USB 3.0 devices can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS.
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... from orange to green after the system LED turns on. After applying power, the system power LED on the screen. While the tests are off. 3. Z97-WS 2-17 Chapter 2 Turn on self tests (POST). Ensure that is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port. 2.4 Starting up . ...Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. For systems with the "green" standards or if...
... from orange to green after the system LED turns on. After applying power, the system power LED on the screen. While the tests are off. 3. Z97-WS 2-17 Chapter 2 Turn on self tests (POST). Ensure that is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port. 2.4 Starting up . ...Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. For systems with the "green" standards or if...