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...USB 3.0 controller - Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming, and front panel jackretasking - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for headphone and speakers - Realtek® ALC1150 8-channel High definition audio CODEC - SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S specifications summary Storage Audio USB Intel® Z97...; Rapid Start Technology 13 support - 1 x SATA Express port (black at rear I/O Intel® Z97 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear panel (continued on the CPU installed. ** These SATA ports are not supported. ...
...USB 3.0 controller - Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming, and front panel jackretasking - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for headphone and speakers - Realtek® ALC1150 8-channel High definition audio CODEC - SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S specifications summary Storage Audio USB Intel® Z97...; Rapid Start Technology 13 support - 1 x SATA Express port (black at rear I/O Intel® Z97 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear panel (continued on the CPU installed. ** These SATA ports are not supported. ...
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... I/O dust filter - USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS Q-Connector - Disk Unlocker - with Flow Valve* - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - TUF Fortifier* "TUF ENGINE" Power Design - 8+2 Digital Phase Power Design - certified by military-standard) - Thermal Solution - ASUS Q-Slot - Multi-language BIOS (continued on the next page) xi SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S specifications summary...
... I/O dust filter - USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS Q-Connector - Disk Unlocker - with Flow Valve* - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - TUF Fortifier* "TUF ENGINE" Power Design - 8+2 Digital Phase Power Design - certified by military-standard) - Thermal Solution - ASUS Q-Slot - Multi-language BIOS (continued on the next page) xi SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S specifications summary...
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SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S specifications summary Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Output 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 2 x LAN (RJ45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel Audio I/O ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector support additional 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (moss green) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB...Thunderbolt header for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x Clear ...
SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S specifications summary Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Output 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 2 x LAN (RJ45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel Audio I/O ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector support additional 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (moss green) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB...Thunderbolt header for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x Clear ...
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... your motherboard package for the following items User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S motherboard Technical documentations, certification, and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector (7 cm) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x 35 mm Assistant fan 1... (LAN cap, HDMI cap, DVI cap, DP cap, Front USB 3.0 cap) 3 x Thermistor cables ExSprAeTssA 7 x SATA connector caps 1 x SATA Expresss connector cap 8 x Back I/O USB 3.0/2.0 connector caps 2 x Onboard USB 2.0 connector caps 5 x Audio connector caps • If any...
... your motherboard package for the following items User Manual ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S motherboard Technical documentations, certification, and warranty card Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector (7 cm) 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x 35 mm Assistant fan 1... (LAN cap, HDMI cap, DVI cap, DP cap, Front USB 3.0 cap) 3 x Thermistor cables ExSprAeTssA 7 x SATA connector caps 1 x SATA Expresss connector cap 8 x Back I/O USB 3.0/2.0 connector caps 2 x Onboard USB 2.0 connector caps 5 x Audio connector caps • If any...
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...system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots, and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. PCI Express® 3.0 PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is a single chipset ... Gb/s, allowing your system to catch up with up to -point links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 1-1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1150 socket for the 4th, New 4th, and 5th...
...system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots, and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. PCI Express® 3.0 PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is a single chipset ... Gb/s, allowing your system to catch up with up to -point links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 1-1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1150 socket for the 4th, New 4th, and 5th...
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... transfer files between different utilities. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 1-5 leads the way to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. It also allows you to -use and enjoy these ASUS Remote GO! 1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features Remote GO! USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), significantly increases a USB device's transfer speed up to a more...
... transfer files between different utilities. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 1-5 leads the way to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. It also allows you to -use and enjoy these ASUS Remote GO! 1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features Remote GO! USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), significantly increases a USB device's transfer speed up to a more...
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...35 1-10 1-11 1-27 1-32 1-31 1-29 1-28 1-39 1-38 1-32 1-34 1-40 1-36 1-36 1-33 1-39 Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 1-9 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 14. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) 9. System panel connector (20-8 pin...(4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4; 3-pin ASST_FAN1-2, 4-pin ASST_FAN3) 3. SATA6G_3-4 [black] SATA Express [black at the bottom]) 8. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 7. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1-E2 [beige]) 13. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) ...
...35 1-10 1-11 1-27 1-32 1-31 1-29 1-28 1-39 1-38 1-32 1-34 1-40 1-36 1-36 1-33 1-39 Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 1-9 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 14. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) 9. System panel connector (20-8 pin...(4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4; 3-pin ASST_FAN1-2, 4-pin ASST_FAN3) 3. SATA6G_3-4 [black] SATA Express [black at the bottom]) 8. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 7. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1-E2 [beige]) 13. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) ...
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HDD LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector Chapter 2 USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S AAFP 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector HDD LED HDD LED+ HDD LED-
HDD LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector Chapter 2 USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S AAFP 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector HDD LED HDD LED+ HDD LED-
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... 3. • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 2-11 Place the bundled support DVD to the USB port, press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the light goes out...
... 3. • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Launch the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 2-11 Place the bundled support DVD to the USB port, press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the light goes out...
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... can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for better compatibility. • Multi-VGA output supports up to three displays under Windows® OS environment...Speaker Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 2-13 Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel® 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK ...
... can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for better compatibility. • Multi-VGA output supports up to three displays under Windows® OS environment...Speaker Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 2-13 Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel® 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK ...
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... [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CD-ROM] USB Single Port Control This item allows you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to section Motherboard layout for the device. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-39 Refer to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ...The following item appears only when you to enhance the power saving feature of the USB ports. 3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration The items in...
... [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CD-ROM] USB Single Port Control This item allows you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to section Motherboard layout for the device. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-39 Refer to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ...The following item appears only when you to enhance the power saving feature of the USB ports. 3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration The items in...
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... [All Devices] [All Devices] [Hard Drive Only] [Boot Drive Only] All devices connected to SATA ports are available during POST. All USB devices will not be available during POST. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-51 The following items appear only when you to change the system boot options. Only hard drives connected to SATA ports are...
... [All Devices] [All Devices] [Hard Drive Only] [Boot Drive Only] All devices connected to SATA ports are available during POST. All USB devices will not be available during POST. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-51 The following items appear only when you to change the system boot options. Only hard drives connected to SATA ports are...
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Append Default KEK This item allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The KEK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key...variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Delete db This item allows you to delete the KEK from a USB storage device. Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to load the downloaded db from your system. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-55 DB Management The db (Authorized Signature database) lists the signers or images of UEFI applications, ...
Append Default KEK This item allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The KEK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key...variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Delete db This item allows you to delete the KEK from a USB storage device. Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to load the downloaded db from your system. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-55 DB Management The db (Authorized Signature database) lists the signers or images of UEFI applications, ...
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...BIOS updating is no problem using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. 3.11.1 EZ Update The EZ Update is available in Windows® environment. 2. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's ...3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the current version of this user guide for this chapter to update the motherboard BIOS in this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-61
...BIOS updating is no problem using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. 3.11.1 EZ Update The EZ Update is available in Windows® environment. 2. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's ...3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the current version of this user guide for this chapter to update the motherboard BIOS in this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-61
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... or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to ensure system compatibility and stability. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-63 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. You can cause system boot failure! Turn...
... or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to ensure system compatibility and stability. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-63 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. You can cause system boot failure! Turn...
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...to Drive D (USB flash drive). On the BIOS Updater screen, press to switch from the DVD/CD. Chapter 3 4. Peter Anvin A Bootable DVD/CD is pressed within five (5) seconds to select the BIOS file and press . D:/> bupdater /pc /g 2. If no key is detected. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-65 On... from Drive C (optical drive) to Drives panel then select D:. Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S VER: 0210 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 04/12/2014 PATH: C:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown C: KALEL~1 D:...
...to Drive D (USB flash drive). On the BIOS Updater screen, press to switch from the DVD/CD. Chapter 3 4. Peter Anvin A Bootable DVD/CD is pressed within five (5) seconds to select the BIOS file and press . D:/> bupdater /pc /g 2. If no key is detected. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3-65 On... from Drive C (optical drive) to Drives panel then select D:. Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S VER: 0210 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 04/12/2014 PATH: C:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown C: KALEL~1 D:...
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ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 4-11 Launching Ai Charger+ To launch Ai Charger+, click or tap menu, then select Ai Charger+. 4.4.1 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ allows you enable or disable Ai Charger+. • Ai Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. on your USB... device every time you to apply the selection • * Check the manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging Specification 1.1 (BC 1.1) compliant ...
ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 4-11 Launching Ai Charger+ To launch Ai Charger+, click or tap menu, then select Ai Charger+. 4.4.1 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ allows you enable or disable Ai Charger+. • Ai Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. on your USB... device every time you to apply the selection • * Check the manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging Specification 1.1 (BC 1.1) compliant ...
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...Download. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click or tap from the Save to check the latest BIOS version. 2. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 4-15 From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click or tap Check for New BIOS Update. After the download is complete, click or tap OK.... Refer to your computer's USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Chapter 4 Downloading the latest BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that you have installed the USB storage device to the Rear I/O connection section of this user guide for more details. SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3.
...Download. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click or tap from the Save to check the latest BIOS version. 2. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 4-15 From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click or tap Check for New BIOS Update. After the download is complete, click or tap OK.... Refer to your computer's USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Chapter 4 Downloading the latest BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that you have installed the USB storage device to the Rear I/O connection section of this user guide for more details. SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 3.
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Refer to the USB 3.0 ports that support USB 3.0 Boost. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 4-19 For a list of your user guide for more details. • USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.0 devices that automatically speeds up the transfer rates of UASP-supported USB 3.0 devices, visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. Launching USB 3.0 Boost To...
Refer to the USB 3.0 ports that support USB 3.0 Boost. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 4-19 For a list of your user guide for more details. • USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.0 devices that automatically speeds up the transfer rates of UASP-supported USB 3.0 devices, visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. Launching USB 3.0 Boost To...
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... or the support DVD into the optical drive, and then click Browse. 3. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you want to exit? (Y/N): 2. Chapter 5 Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: ... 5.2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation To install the RAID driver for your optical drive. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 5-7 Press to exit or press to return to the USB flash drive. From the utility main menu, select 5. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to select the installation media ...
... or the support DVD into the optical drive, and then click Browse. 3. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you want to exit? (Y/N): 2. Chapter 5 Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: ... 5.2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation To install the RAID driver for your optical drive. ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK S 5-7 Press to exit or press to return to the USB flash drive. From the utility main menu, select 5. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to select the installation media ...