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...either Start Menu or by step instructions below. For the new version RST driver, please check our website for the latest information: http://www.asrock.com * Before you use Enhanced or Maximized Mode. 6. UI setup instruction: 1. Complete initial system setup, including installing the OS to ... to desktop, open , click on the "Enable Acceleration" button on the GUI panel. 5. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. You can find the UI setup instruction and the step by double-clicking RST Storage icon in the near...
...either Start Menu or by step instructions below. For the new version RST driver, please check our website for the latest information: http://www.asrock.com * Before you use Enhanced or Maximized Mode. 6. UI setup instruction: 1. Complete initial system setup, including installing the OS to ... to desktop, open , click on the "Enable Acceleration" button on the GUI panel. 5. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. You can find the UI setup instruction and the step by double-clicking RST Storage icon in the near...
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..., USA, please follow the related regulations in any form or by any means, except duplication of the FCC Rules. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in advance.... of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of this documentation may appear in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this documentation are furnished for a particular purpose.
..., USA, please follow the related regulations in any form or by any means, except duplication of the FCC Rules. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in advance.... of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of this documentation may appear in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this documentation are furnished for a particular purpose.
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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 ...
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 ...
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Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. 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 change without further notice. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the...
Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. 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 change without further notice. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the...
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.... 8 English Please note that it also boosts the speed of internet access granted to other users. ASRock OMG (Online Management Guard) Administrators are required. You may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may schedule the starting and ending hours of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. Only...
.... 8 English Please note that it also boosts the speed of internet access granted to other users. ASRock OMG (Online Management Guard) Administrators are required. You may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may schedule the starting and ending hours of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. Only...
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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 your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. ASRock Restart to UEFI allows users to access the UEFI ...matter whether you're using a K-Series or No-K Series CPU, NickShih's OC Profile will enter the UEFI directly after you ever wondered how the global OC champion overclocks his motherboards? ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a fast and easy tool that runs under Windows® ...
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 your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. ASRock Restart to UEFI allows users to access the UEFI ...matter whether you're using a K-Series or No-K Series CPU, NickShih's OC Profile will enter the UEFI directly after you ever wondered how the global OC champion overclocks his motherboards? ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a fast and easy tool that runs under Windows® ...
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... well. Why should we still advise users to Windows? ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is powered on contact. The fans will automatically switch off , monitor and take control of the system on our motherboards, which makes the motherboards invulnerable to log in Formula Drive. Good night LED will automatically shift to the...
... well. Why should we still advise users to Windows? ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is powered on contact. The fans will automatically switch off , monitor and take control of the system on our motherboards, which makes the motherboards invulnerable to log in Formula Drive. Good night LED will automatically shift to the...
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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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ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna 17 English Bluetooth v4.0 standard features Smart Ready technology that offers support for PCs. The 2T2R WiFi solution sets a WiFi high speed ... Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.0. 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...
ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna 17 English Bluetooth v4.0 standard features Smart Ready technology that offers support for PCs. The 2T2R WiFi solution sets a WiFi high speed ... Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.0. 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...
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Step3 Insert the RP-SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Connectors to the WiFi Module. Step 2 Locate the WiFi Module that come with the package. Installing the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables Step 1 Prepare the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables that is installed on the I/O shield 18 English Then attach the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables to the antenna ports on the motherboard's mini-PCIe slot.
Step3 Insert the RP-SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Connectors to the WiFi Module. Step 2 Locate the WiFi Module that come with the package. Installing the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables Step 1 Prepare the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables that is installed on the I/O shield 18 English Then attach the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables to the antenna ports on the motherboard's mini-PCIe slot.
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... by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your chassis to do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may cause ... safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard. Also remember to the chassis, please do so may damage the motherboard. 20 Chapter 2 Installation This is an EATX form factor motherboard. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or...
... by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your chassis to do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may cause ... safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard. Also remember to the chassis, please do so may damage the motherboard. 20 Chapter 2 Installation This is an EATX form factor motherboard. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or...
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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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It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. ...is not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. English 25 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. For dual ...
It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. ...is not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. English 25 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. For dual ...
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... Graphics Cards in 4-Way CrossFireXTM Mode x8 x4 x4 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 mini-PCIe slots: MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe ... hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 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. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make ...
... Graphics Cards in 4-Way CrossFireXTM Mode x8 x4 x4 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 mini-PCIe slots: MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe ... hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 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. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make ...
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... cause permanent damage to the power switch on when the hard drive is on the chassis front panel. PWRBTN (Power Switch): Connect to the motherboard. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to the pin assignments below... GND HDLEDHDLED+ Connect the power switch, reset switch and system status indicator on the chassis front panel. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to perform a normal restart. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly.
... cause permanent damage to the power switch on when the hard drive is on the chassis front panel. PWRBTN (Power Switch): Connect to the motherboard. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to the pin assignments below... GND HDLEDHDLED+ Connect the power switch, reset switch and system status indicator on the chassis front panel. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to perform a normal restart. Z87 OC Formula/ac / Z87 OC Formula 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly.
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... on this header to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. 30 English To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z87 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for internal storage devices with up to indicate the system's power status. PLED+ PLED+ Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_1: see p.11 or 12... devices. SATA3_A3_A4 SATA3_A1_A2 SATA3_0_1 SATA3_2_3 SATA3_4_5 Power LED Header (3-pin PLED1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 20) Please connect the chassis power LED to this motherboard.
... on this header to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. 30 English To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z87 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for internal storage devices with up to indicate the system's power status. PLED+ PLED+ Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_1: see p.11 or 12... devices. SATA3_A3_A4 SATA3_A1_A2 SATA3_0_1 SATA3_2_3 SATA3_4_5 Power LED Header (3-pin PLED1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 20) Please connect the chassis power LED to this motherboard.
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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) (see p.11 or 12, ... OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is for the AC'97 audio panel. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to this motherboard. To activate the front mic, go to the front audio panel. 1. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 25) DUMMY SPEAKER...
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) (see p.11 or 12, ... OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is for the AC'97 audio panel. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to this motherboard. To activate the front mic, go to the front audio panel. 1. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 25) DUMMY SPEAKER...
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... Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 3) (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.11 or 12, No. 4) 4 3 21 GN D + 12V CPU_ FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. Chassis, Power and MOS Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 37) GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL..., please connect it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 12) 32 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector.
... Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 3) (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.11 or 12, No. 4) 4 3 21 GN D + 12V CPU_ FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. Chassis, Power and MOS Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 37) GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL..., please connect it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 12) 32 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector.
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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/XFIRE_ PWR1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 39) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 38) 8 5 This motherboard pro- This COM1 header supports a serial... DDTR#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. vides an 8-pin ATX 12V 4 1 power connector.
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/XFIRE_ PWR1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 39) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.11 or 12, No. 38) 8 5 This motherboard pro- This COM1 header supports a serial... DDTR#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. vides an 8-pin ATX 12V 4 1 power connector.
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...) Reset Reset Switch allows users to quickly turn on/off your system stability, or even cause damage to quickly clear the CMOS values. 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 system. Overclocking may...
...) Reset Reset Switch allows users to quickly turn on/off your system stability, or even cause damage to quickly clear the CMOS values. 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 system. Overclocking may...