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xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items User Manual ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL motherboard User manual Support DVD 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) • If any of the above items is damaged...
xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items User Manual ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL motherboard User manual Support DVD 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) • If any of the above items is damaged...
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Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-1 It provides an optimal graphics... 3.0 ports for up to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. PCI Express® 3.0 PCI Express® 3.0... for Intel® integrated graphics performance. Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support This motherboard features the most powerful Intel® Z87 platform that features data transfer rates of DDR3 2800 (O.C.) / 2666 (O.C.) / 2600 (O.C.) / 2500 (O.C.) / 2400 (O.C.) / 2200 (O.C.) ...
Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-1 It provides an optimal graphics... 3.0 ports for up to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. PCI Express® 3.0 PCI Express® 3.0... for Intel® integrated graphics performance. Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support This motherboard features the most powerful Intel® Z87 platform that features data transfer rates of DDR3 2800 (O.C.) / 2666 (O.C.) / 2600 (O.C.) / 2500 (O.C.) / 2400 (O.C.) / 2200 (O.C.) ...
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... more , all up to regularly check for your smart device's touch panel as smartphones, tablets and more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS Wi-Fi GO!, you can wirelessly stream media files to DLNA devices, remotely control and access your computer using your smart device's customized...your computer and smart device. • Capture & Send: Allows you to take screenshots and send them all your network programs. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-3 functions: • Cloud GO!: Allows you to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. It also allows you ...
... more , all up to regularly check for your smart device's touch panel as smartphones, tablets and more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS Wi-Fi GO!, you can wirelessly stream media files to DLNA devices, remotely control and access your computer using your smart device's customized...your computer and smart device. • Capture & Send: Allows you to take screenshots and send them all your network programs. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-3 functions: • Cloud GO!: Allows you to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. It also allows you ...
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... regards to energy consumptions. Thunderbolt I /O technology revolutionizes the operating speed of peripherals and displays with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through a single cable. DTS Connect To get ...meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with its maximum bi-directional speed of incredible surround sound. ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video up to six...3.0 and incredibly twenty times faster than USB 2.0. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-5
... regards to energy consumptions. Thunderbolt I /O technology revolutionizes the operating speed of peripherals and displays with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through a single cable. DTS Connect To get ...meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with its maximum bi-directional speed of incredible surround sound. ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video up to six...3.0 and incredibly twenty times faster than USB 2.0. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-5
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-7
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-7
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ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1150 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP ... installing the CPU. • Ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel&#.../ Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors. • Ensure that all power cables are not bent. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-9
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1150 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP ... installing the CPU. • Ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel&#.../ Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors. • Ensure that all power cables are not bent. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-9
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... profile is the standard way of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-11 Under the default state, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below...Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more efficient ...
... profile is the standard way of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-11 Under the default state, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below...Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more efficient ...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-17 H5TC1G83TFR - KFB8FNLXL-BNF-15A - KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A - N2CB2G80GN-CG J2108BCSE-DJ-F D3 128M8CE9 2GB - 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9 9-9-9-24 7-7-7-21 4GB (2x2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-21 8GB (2x4GB...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-17 H5TC1G83TFR - KFB8FNLXL-BNF-15A - KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A - N2CB2G80GN-CG J2108BCSE-DJ-F D3 128M8CE9 2GB - 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9 9-9-9-24 7-7-7-21 4GB (2x2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-21 8GB (2x4GB...
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Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_4 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-19 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_4 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-19 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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The button also lights up the system. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-21 Reset button Press the reset button to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change ...
The button also lights up the system. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-21 Reset button Press the reset button to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change ...
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... about setting the DirectKey default function. With DirectKey, you press the DirectKey button, your system to go to allow your system will shut down. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-23 Ensure to save your data before using the power-on or turn on button to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button...
... about setting the DirectKey default function. With DirectKey, you press the DirectKey button, your system to go to allow your system will shut down. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-23 Ensure to save your data before using the power-on or turn on button to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button...
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Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-25 However, the system will use the last setting you enable this switch under Windows® OS environment, the EPU function will be activated after ...
Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-25 However, the system will use the last setting you enable this switch under Windows® OS environment, the EPU function will be activated after ...
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Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-27 POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. TPU LED The TPU LED lights up until the problem is enabled. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up when the TPU switch is solved. 2. 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1.
Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-27 POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. TPU LED The TPU LED lights up until the problem is enabled. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up when the TPU switch is solved. 2. 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1.
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... started Post-Memory PCH initialization is started DXE IPL is started Memory initialization error. E7 E8 Description Not used Power on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-29
... started Post-Memory PCH initialization is started DXE IPL is started Memory initialization error. E7 E8 Description Not used Power on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-29
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... password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-31 Out of Resources No Space for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of NVRAM settings) Reserved...
... password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-31 Out of Resources No Space for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of NVRAM settings) Reserved...
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If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z87 chipset. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-33 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode] by ...
If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z87 chipset. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-33 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode] by ...
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... the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-35
... the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-35
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ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-37 6. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! &#... the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Chapter 1 • The CPU_FAN connector supports the...
ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-37 6. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! &#... the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Chapter 1 • The CPU_FAN connector supports the...
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... not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. 8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for details. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us... with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you use a PSU with more power-consuming devices. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-39 Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that...
... not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. 8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for details. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us... with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you use a PSU with more power-consuming devices. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-39 Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that...
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... on the motherboard. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-41 Chapter 1 10.
... on the motherboard. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-41 Chapter 1 10.
