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Contents Chapter 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 15 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 OC Formula/ac only ) 17 Chapter 2 Installation 20 2.1 Installing the CPU 21 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 24 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 25 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and ...
Contents Chapter 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 15 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 OC Formula/ac only ) 17 Chapter 2 Installation 20 2.1 Installing the CPU 21 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 24 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 25 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and ...
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... visit our website for specific information about the model you for Z87 OC Formula only) 1 English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Motherboard (EATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Support CD • 10 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 2 x SATA 1 to quality and endurance. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of...
... visit our website for specific information about the model you for Z87 OC Formula only) 1 English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Motherboard (EATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Support CD • 10 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 2 x SATA 1 to quality and endurance. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of...
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...UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your changes will enter the UEFI directly after you ever wondered how the global OC champion overclocks his motherboards? Have a taste of subtle DRAM settings for overclocking this function, the PC will take effect immediately. 9 English ... Fine-Tuning V-Controller is a fast and easy tool that provides users with NickShih's OC Profile. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that don't have to waste time on the PC. ASRock Restart to UEFI allows users to learn a few tricks from a cold boot. Now...
...UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your changes will enter the UEFI directly after you ever wondered how the global OC champion overclocks his motherboards? Have a taste of subtle DRAM settings for overclocking this function, the PC will take effect immediately. 9 English ... Fine-Tuning V-Controller is a fast and easy tool that provides users with NickShih's OC Profile. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that don't have to waste time on the PC. ASRock Restart to UEFI allows users to learn a few tricks from a cold boot. Now...
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Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 1.4 Motherboard Layout Z87 OC Formula/ac 1 2 3 4 5 6 HDMI2 USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 HDMI1 USB 3.0 T: USB2 Top: RJ-45 B: USB3 44 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse ATX12V1 ATX12V3 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 + 7 -... ON ON USB3_12 USB3_10_11 USB3_8_9 LN2MODE1 CHA_FAN3 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 WiFi-802.11n Module MINI_PCIE1 20 PCIE2 Z87 OC Formula Intel 21 LAN PCIE3 CMOS CLRCMOS1 Battery 1 Z87 22 Purity RoHS SoundTM PCIE5 PCIE4 HD_AUDIO1 1 SLI/XFIRE_PWR1 PCIE6 COM1 1 Super I/O CHA_FAN1 USB4_5 1 CHA_FAN2 USB2_3 1 Status...
Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 1.4 Motherboard Layout Z87 OC Formula/ac 1 2 3 4 5 6 HDMI2 USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 HDMI1 USB 3.0 T: USB2 Top: RJ-45 B: USB3 44 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse ATX12V1 ATX12V3 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 + 7 -... ON ON USB3_12 USB3_10_11 USB3_8_9 LN2MODE1 CHA_FAN3 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 WiFi-802.11n Module MINI_PCIE1 20 PCIE2 Z87 OC Formula Intel 21 LAN PCIE3 CMOS CLRCMOS1 Battery 1 Z87 22 Purity RoHS SoundTM PCIE5 PCIE4 HD_AUDIO1 1 SLI/XFIRE_PWR1 PCIE6 COM1 1 Super I/O CHA_FAN1 USB4_5 1 CHA_FAN2 USB2_3 1 Status...
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... + BT module is supported under Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit only. ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna 17 English Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 OC Formula/ac only ) WiFi + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.0 module that adds a whole new class of functionality into the...
... + BT module is supported under Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit only. ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna 17 English Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 OC Formula/ac only ) WiFi + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.0 module that adds a whole new class of functionality into the...
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The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 23 English Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed.
The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 23 English Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed.
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...always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Priority 1 2 3 DDR3_A1 Populated Populated DDR3_A2 Populated Populated DDR3_B1 Populated Populated... orientation. English 25 For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1.
...always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Priority 1 2 3 DDR3_A1 Populated Populated DDR3_A2 Populated Populated DDR3_B1 Populated Populated... orientation. English 25 For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1.
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...x4 English For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 or CHA_FAN4) when using multiple graphics cards. 27 Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are 6 PCI Express slots... and 1 mini-PCI Express slot on the motherboard. PCIE3 (PCIE 2.0 x1 slot) is used for WiFi module...
...x4 English For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 or CHA_FAN4) when using multiple graphics cards. 27 Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are 6 PCI Express slots... and 1 mini-PCI Express slot on the motherboard. PCIE3 (PCIE 2.0 x1 slot) is used for WiFi module...
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... damage to the pin assignments below. When connecting your system using the power switch. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to this header according to the motherboard. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to...
... damage to the pin assignments below. When connecting your system using the power switch. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to this header according to the motherboard. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to...
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...GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is for connecting audio devices to this motherboard. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to MIC2_L. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to... No. 25) DUMMY SPEAKER 1 +5V DUMMY Please connect the chassis speaker to the front audio panel. 1. B. You don't need to install your system. 2. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula USB 3.0 Headers (19-pin USB3_8_9) (see p.11 or 12, No. 15) (19-pin USB3_10_11) (see p.11 or 12, No. 16) (USB3_12) (...
...GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is for connecting audio devices to this motherboard. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to MIC2_L. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to... No. 25) DUMMY SPEAKER 1 +5V DUMMY Please connect the chassis speaker to the front audio panel. 1. B. You don't need to install your system. 2. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula USB 3.0 Headers (19-pin USB3_8_9) (see p.11 or 12, No. 15) (19-pin USB3_10_11) (see p.11 or 12, No. 16) (USB3_12) (...
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...#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 Please connect this connector with a hard disk power connector when two graphics cards are installed on this motherboard. English 33 Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 1) (8-pin ATX12V3) (see p.11 or 12, No. 2) SLI/XFIRE Power Connector (4-pin SLI...
...#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 Please connect this connector with a hard disk power connector when two graphics cards are installed on this motherboard. English 33 Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 1) (8-pin ATX12V3) (see p.11 or 12, No. 2) SLI/XFIRE Power Connector (4-pin SLI...
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... stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.7 Smart Switches The motherboard has three smart switches: Power Switch, Reset Switch and Clear CMOS Switch, allowing users to quickly turn on/off the .... + / - Clear CMOS Switch (CLRCBTN) (see p.11 or 12, No. 9) MENU MENU Button allow users to quickly and easily adjust OC frequency in Rapid OC. Rapid OC Buttons + (MINUS1: see p.11 or 12, No. 7) (PLUS1: see p.11 or 12, No. 28) Power Power Switch allows users ...
... stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.7 Smart Switches The motherboard has three smart switches: Power Switch, Reset Switch and Clear CMOS Switch, allowing users to quickly turn on/off the .... + / - Clear CMOS Switch (CLRCBTN) (see p.11 or 12, No. 9) MENU MENU Button allow users to quickly and easily adjust OC frequency in Rapid OC. Rapid OC Buttons + (MINUS1: see p.11 or 12, No. 7) (PLUS1: see p.11 or 12, No. 28) Power Power Switch allows users ...
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... quickly toogle among three preset NickShih's OC Profiles. 37 English Under Windows • Use MENU on the motherboard to quickly toogle between Rapid OC and OC profiles. - • When the Status OLED displays Rapid OC information, use three buttons to toggle ...motherboard to toogle among the voltages of VCCM and Vcore. • The arrow key next to toogle among the frequencies of BCLK, CPU Ratio, Cache Ratio, Core Volt, and Cache Volt . - • When the Status OLED displays OC Profiles, use + and on a new high resolution OLED screen. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula...
... quickly toogle among three preset NickShih's OC Profiles. 37 English Under Windows • Use MENU on the motherboard to quickly toogle between Rapid OC and OC profiles. - • When the Status OLED displays Rapid OC information, use three buttons to toggle ...motherboard to toogle among the voltages of VCCM and Vcore. • The arrow key next to toogle among the frequencies of BCLK, CPU Ratio, Cache Ratio, Core Volt, and Cache Volt . - • When the Status OLED displays OC Profiles, use + and on a new high resolution OLED screen. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula...
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English 41 Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Step 5 Plug the Front USB 3.0 cable into the USB 3.0 header (USB3_4_5 or USB3_6_7) on the motherboard. USB 3.0 USB 3.0 Step 6 The Front USB 3.0 Panel with 2.5" HDD/SSD Rack is ready to use.
English 41 Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Step 5 Plug the Front USB 3.0 cable into the USB 3.0 header (USB3_4_5 or USB3_6_7) on the motherboard. USB 3.0 USB 3.0 Step 6 The Front USB 3.0 Panel with 2.5" HDD/SSD Rack is ready to use.
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.... This function saves you the hassle of this motherboard lets you easily switch between PC screen (on-board VGA) and external video source on your PC is that external video source can play smartphone games or watch tablet video on the same monitor. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.11 Using the HDMI-In Port The HDMI...
.... This function saves you the hassle of this motherboard lets you easily switch between PC screen (on-board VGA) and external video source on your PC is that external video source can play smartphone games or watch tablet video on the same monitor. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.11 Using the HDMI-In Port The HDMI...
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... S5" option in "Tools" tab. Step 2 Connect an external devices with HDMI output to the HDMI-Out port on the motherboard via an HDMI cable. Step 3 Double-click the "Formula Drive" function in BIOS SETUP is no video displayed on your monitor to the HDMI-In port on the... motherboard via an HDMI cable. If there is set a hotkey. icon on -board PC screen or HDMI-In Source. 1. Step 5 Use the hotkey to switch between on the desktop and find "HDMI-IN" Step 4 Click the textbox and enter the action to set to apply the setting. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Step...
... S5" option in "Tools" tab. Step 2 Connect an external devices with HDMI output to the HDMI-Out port on the motherboard via an HDMI cable. Step 3 Double-click the "Formula Drive" function in BIOS SETUP is no video displayed on your monitor to the HDMI-In port on the... motherboard via an HDMI cable. If there is set a hotkey. icon on -board PC screen or HDMI-In Source. 1. Step 5 Use the hotkey to switch between on the desktop and find "HDMI-IN" Step 4 Click the textbox and enter the action to set to apply the setting. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Step...
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... power your system requires. Currently CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM are supported with this motherboard. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.13 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition...
... power your system requires. Currently CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM are supported with this motherboard. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.13 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition...
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English 51 Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.13.3 Installing Four CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one CrossFireTM Bridge to connect the graphics cards on PCIE1 and PCIE2 slots, another graphics card ... is inserted to connect the graphics cards on the slots. Make sure that is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Use one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another CrossFireTM Bridge to connect the graphics cards on PCIE2 and PCIE4 slots, and use...
English 51 Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.13.3 Installing Four CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one CrossFireTM Bridge to connect the graphics cards on PCIE1 and PCIE2 slots, another graphics card ... is inserted to connect the graphics cards on the slots. Make sure that is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Use one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another CrossFireTM Bridge to connect the graphics cards on PCIE2 and PCIE4 slots, and use...
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... those required drivers. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 53 English Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. Click on the support CD...
... those required drivers. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 53 English Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. Click on the support CD...
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... different fan speeds using the graph. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula XFast RAM Boost the system's performance and extend the HDD's or SDD's lifespan! HDMI-IN Connect two different devices to dampness. Good Night LED Switch off the Power/HDD/LAN LEDs when the system is met. Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to one monitor and...
... different fan speeds using the graph. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula XFast RAM Boost the system's performance and extend the HDD's or SDD's lifespan! HDMI-IN Connect two different devices to dampness. Good Night LED Switch off the Power/HDD/LAN LEDs when the system is met. Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to one monitor and...