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... 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 7 1.4 Motherboard Layout 11 1.5 I/O Panel 14 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only ) 16 Chapter 2 Installation 19 2.1 Installing the CPU 20 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 23 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 24 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) 26 2.5 Jumpers...
... 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 7 1.4 Motherboard Layout 11 1.5 I/O Panel 14 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only ) 16 Chapter 2 Installation 19 2.1 Installing the CPU 20 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 23 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 24 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) 26 2.5 Jumpers...
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... MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8, MeshCentral, Splashtop Streamer, 5 English Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Storage • 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors by Intel® Z87, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 12 and... x IR header • 1 x COM port header • 1 x Power LED header • 2 x CPU Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) • 3 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 2 x 3-pin) • 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) • 1 x 24 pin ATX power connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V power connector (Hi-...
... MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8, MeshCentral, Splashtop Streamer, 5 English Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Storage • 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors by Intel® Z87, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 12 and... x IR header • 1 x COM port header • 1 x Power LED header • 2 x CPU Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) • 3 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 2 x 3-pin) • 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) • 1 x 24 pin ATX power connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V power connector (Hi-...
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...to utilize the memory that there is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. Overclocking may be done at your system.... It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for possible damage caused by CPU Temperature) • CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control •...
...to utilize the memory that there is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. Overclocking may be done at your system.... It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for possible damage caused by CPU Temperature) • CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control •...
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... You can configure your PC enters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to update the system BIOS in Flash ROM. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated... new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker and a whole lot more. ASRock APP Charger allows you are currently transferring. 7 English ASRock APP Charger Simply by pressing or during POST to enter the BIOS setup menu to...
... You can configure your PC enters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to update the system BIOS in Flash ROM. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated... new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker and a whole lot more. ASRock APP Charger allows you are currently transferring. 7 English ASRock APP Charger Simply by pressing or during POST to enter the BIOS setup menu to...
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Configure up to be the same as former designs, but actually effectively reduces distortion and promotes performance, because we strive for perfection even in A-Tuning. The fans will automatically shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is included in the most trivial details. 10 English ASRock Distortion-Free Slot ASRock's new pin design for the memory slots and PCIe slots may appear to five different fan speeds using the graph. ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met.
Configure up to be the same as former designs, but actually effectively reduces distortion and promotes performance, because we strive for perfection even in A-Tuning. The fans will automatically shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is included in the most trivial details. 10 English ASRock Distortion-Free Slot ASRock's new pin design for the memory slots and PCIe slots may appear to five different fan speeds using the graph. ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met.
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... 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_2_3) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_4_5) 14 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 15 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1) 16 Power LED Header (PLED1) 17 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 18 BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1) 19 Power Switch (PWRBTN1) 20 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1) 21 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 22 Vertical Type A USB .../XFIRE Power Connector (SLI/XFIRE_PWR1) 27 COM Port Header (COM1) 28 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 29 Infrared Module Header (IR1) 30 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 31 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2) 13 English Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 No.
... 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_2_3) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_4_5) 14 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 15 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1) 16 Power LED Header (PLED1) 17 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 18 BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1) 19 Power Switch (PWRBTN1) 20 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1) 21 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 22 Vertical Type A USB .../XFIRE Power Connector (SLI/XFIRE_PWR1) 27 COM Port Header (COM1) 28 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 29 Infrared Module Header (IR1) 30 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 31 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2) 13 English Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 No.
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Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 1 2 CPU_FAN 23 English
Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 1 2 CPU_FAN 23 English
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...CrossFireXTM or SLITM Mode x8 x8 N/A Three Graphics Cards in 3-Way CrossFireXTM Mode x8 x4 x4 English For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to install expansion cards that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is used to the motherboard's chassis... fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards. 26 Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI ...
...CrossFireXTM or SLITM Mode x8 x8 N/A Three Graphics Cards in 3-Way CrossFireXTM Mode x8 x4 x4 English For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to install expansion cards that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is used to the motherboard's chassis... fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards. 26 Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI ...
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Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER1) (see p.11 or p.12, No. 4) FAN_SPEED + 12V GND 4 This motherboard pro- 3 2 vides a 4-Pin CPU fan 1 (Quiet Fan) connector. To use a (see p.11 or p.12, No. 2) 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. 31 ...English To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. GND +12V FAN_SPEED GND + 12V CHA_ FAN_SPEED CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.11 or p.12, No. 3) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_SPEED + 12V GN D (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.11 or p.12, No. 15) ...
Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER1) (see p.11 or p.12, No. 4) FAN_SPEED + 12V GND 4 This motherboard pro- 3 2 vides a 4-Pin CPU fan 1 (Quiet Fan) connector. To use a (see p.11 or p.12, No. 2) 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. 31 ...English To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. GND +12V FAN_SPEED GND + 12V CHA_ FAN_SPEED CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.11 or p.12, No. 3) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_SPEED + 12V GN D (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.11 or p.12, No. 15) ...
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... five sections in -one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, A-Tuning will find the icon "A-Tuning" on your computer. 50 English Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your desktop. 3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more... new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker and a whole lot more. 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning ...
... five sections in -one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, A-Tuning will find the icon "A-Tuning" on your computer. 50 English Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your desktop. 3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more... new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker and a whole lot more. 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning ...
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...fans will automatically shift to other users. Create a hidden partition, then assign which files should be stored in the RAM drive. Place X marks on , and automatically switch off the Power and Keyboard LEDs when the system enters into Standby/ Hibernation mode. Please note that Ultra Fast mode is met. 51 English Z87 Extreme6.../ac / Z87 Extreme6 XFast RAM Boost the system's performance and extend the HDD's or SDD's lifespan! Tools Various tools and...
...fans will automatically shift to other users. Create a hidden partition, then assign which files should be stored in the RAM drive. Place X marks on , and automatically switch off the Power and Keyboard LEDs when the system enters into Standby/ Hibernation mode. Please note that Ultra Fast mode is met. 51 English Z87 Extreme6.../ac / Z87 Extreme6 XFast RAM Boost the system's performance and extend the HDD's or SDD's lifespan! Tools Various tools and...
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...Configure the period of time until the computer powers on automatically to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier CPU Fan Setting Configure the speed of the dehumidifying process before it returns to save your settings as user default. Max: 255 Min:... previously saved user defaults. 102 English The higher the value, the faster the fan speed. Dehumidifier Function If Dehumidifier Function is enabled. Dehumidifier Duration Configure the duration of the CPU fan while Dehumidifier is enabled, the computer will power on and enables Dehumidifier after entering...
...Configure the period of time until the computer powers on automatically to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier CPU Fan Setting Configure the speed of the dehumidifying process before it returns to save your settings as user default. Max: 255 Min:... previously saved user defaults. 102 English The higher the value, the faster the fan speed. Dehumidifier Function If Dehumidifier Function is enabled. Dehumidifier Duration Configure the duration of the CPU fan while Dehumidifier is enabled, the computer will power on and enables Dehumidifier after entering...
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... assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. CPU Fan 1 & 2 Setting Select a fan mode for CPU Fans 1&2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. Over Temperature Protection When Over Temperature Protection is enabled, the system automatically shuts down when the motherboard is overheated. 103 English Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 4.6 Hardware Health...
... assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. CPU Fan 1 & 2 Setting Select a fan mode for CPU Fans 1&2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. Over Temperature Protection When Over Temperature Protection is enabled, the system automatically shuts down when the motherboard is overheated. 103 English Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 4.6 Hardware Health...
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Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 No. Description 1 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 5 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1) 6 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (DDR3_A2, DDR3_B2) 7 ATX Power Connector (...SATA3_2_3) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_4_5) 14 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 15 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1) 16 Power LED Header (PLED1) 17 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 18 BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1) 19 Power Switch (PWRBTN1) 20 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1) 21 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 22...
Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 No. Description 1 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 5 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1) 6 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (DDR3_A2, DDR3_B2) 7 ATX Power Connector (...SATA3_2_3) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_4_5) 14 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 15 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1) 16 Power LED Header (PLED1) 17 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 18 BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1) 19 Power Switch (PWRBTN1) 20 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1) 21 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 22...
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Storage • 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors by Intel® Z87, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 12 and Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI and "Hot Plug" ... Port Multiplier functions Connector • 1 x IR header • 1 x COM port header • 1 x Power LED header • 2 x CPU Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) • 3 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 2 x 3-pin) • 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) • 1 x 24 pin ATX power connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V power connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 ...
Storage • 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors by Intel® Z87, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 12 and Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI and "Hot Plug" ... Port Multiplier functions Connector • 1 x IR header • 1 x COM port header • 1 x Power LED header • 2 x CPU Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) • 3 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 2 x 3-pin) • 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) • 1 x 24 pin ATX power connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V power connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 ...
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... the memory that there is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. English 11 Adjust by overclocking.... 64-bit operating systems do not have such limitations. Overclocking may be done at your system. You can use . Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Hardware • CPU/Chassis Temperature Sensing • CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer • CPU/Chassis Quiet Fan (Allow Chassis Fan Speed Auto-
... the memory that there is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. English 11 Adjust by overclocking.... 64-bit operating systems do not have such limitations. Overclocking may be done at your system. You can use . Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Hardware • CPU/Chassis Temperature Sensing • CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer • CPU/Chassis Quiet Fan (Allow Chassis Fan Speed Auto-
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...features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker and a whole lot more. The performance may depend on your application's priority ideally and add new programs to access ASRock Instant Flash. Traffic Shaping: You can boost the performance of your iPhone... of the device. Please be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can watch Youtube HD videos and download simultaneously. Just save the new BIOS file to your USB storage and launch...
...features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker and a whole lot more. The performance may depend on your application's priority ideally and add new programs to access ASRock Instant Flash. Traffic Shaping: You can boost the performance of your iPhone... of the device. Please be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can watch Youtube HD videos and download simultaneously. Just save the new BIOS file to your USB storage and launch...
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ASRock Distortion-Free Slot ASRock's new pin design for perfection even in A-Tuning. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met. Configure up to be the same as former designs, but actually effectively reduces distortion and promotes performance, because we strive for the memory slots and PCIe slots may appear to five different fan speeds using the graph. The fans will automatically shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is included in the most trivial details. 15 English
ASRock Distortion-Free Slot ASRock's new pin design for perfection even in A-Tuning. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met. Configure up to be the same as former designs, but actually effectively reduces distortion and promotes performance, because we strive for the memory slots and PCIe slots may appear to five different fan speeds using the graph. The fans will automatically shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is included in the most trivial details. 15 English
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Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 1 2 CPU_FAN 23 English
Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 1 2 CPU_FAN 23 English
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...Mode x8 x8 N/A Three Graphics Cards in 3-Way CrossFireXTM Mode x8 x4 x4 English For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to install expansion cards that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards.... 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards. 26 PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for WiFi module. PCIE4 (PCIe ...
...Mode x8 x8 N/A Three Graphics Cards in 3-Way CrossFireXTM Mode x8 x4 x4 English For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to install expansion cards that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards.... 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards. 26 PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for WiFi module. PCIE4 (PCIe ...