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... 3-34 3.6.6 USB Configuration 3-36 3.6.7 Platform Misc Configuration 3-37 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-38 3.6.9 APM 3-40 3.6.10 Network Stack 3-41 3.7 Monitor menu 3-42 3.8 Boot menu 3-45 3.9 Tools menu 3-51 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-51 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-51 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-52 3.10 Exit menu 3-53 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-54 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system...
... 3-34 3.6.6 USB Configuration 3-36 3.6.7 Platform Misc Configuration 3-37 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-38 3.6.9 APM 3-40 3.6.10 Network Stack 3-41 3.7 Monitor menu 3-42 3.8 Boot menu 3-45 3.9 Tools menu 3-51 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-51 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-51 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-52 3.10 Exit menu 3-53 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-54 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system...
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... 2160 @24Hz and 3840 x 2160 @60Hz Supports HDMI with max. Dual interconnect between the integrated LAN controller and physical layer (PHY) - Z87-DELUXE/DUAL specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for details. 2 x PCI Express 3.0 ...x16 slots (single at x16 or dual at x4 mode, compatible with 2 PCIe x16 graphics cards) Supports AMD® 3-WAY/Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Dual Gigabit LAN controllers-802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) appliance - supports DisplayPort 1.2 monitor...
... 2160 @24Hz and 3840 x 2160 @60Hz Supports HDMI with max. Dual interconnect between the integrated LAN controller and physical layer (PHY) - Z87-DELUXE/DUAL specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for details. 2 x PCI Express 3.0 ...x16 slots (single at x16 or dual at x4 mode, compatible with 2 PCIe x16 graphics cards) Supports AMD® 3-WAY/Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Dual Gigabit LAN controllers-802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) appliance - supports DisplayPort 1.2 monitor...
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...extends the component's lifespan. It combines SSD performance and hard drive capacity, operating up response time while keeping a low enery use. 1.1.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 with 4-Way Optimization ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 4 brings system control solution to a totally whole new level, combining TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control and Fan Xpert 2... offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for caching function. TPU TPU (Turbo Processing Unit), offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring mechanisms through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions in real-time even when your...
...extends the component's lifespan. It combines SSD performance and hard drive capacity, operating up response time while keeping a low enery use. 1.1.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 with 4-Way Optimization ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 4 brings system control solution to a totally whole new level, combining TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control and Fan Xpert 2... offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for caching function. TPU TPU (Turbo Processing Unit), offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring mechanisms through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions in real-time even when your...
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... between your ultimate convenience. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for every use. 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 ...& Send: Allows you to manage your network programs. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-3 Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for your bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor and schedule the bandwidth priorities for about three seconds, and the...
... between your ultimate convenience. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for every use. 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 ...& Send: Allows you to manage your network programs. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-3 Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for your bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor and schedule the bandwidth priorities for about three seconds, and the...
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Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-5 ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that delivers mulit-channel audio...bitstreams on personal computers, and sending encoded bitstreams out of your system's speakers and headphones while monitoring and balancing the loudness level difference between digital audio formats. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as ...HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through your audio entertainment across all formats and...
Chapter 1 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 1-5 ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that delivers mulit-channel audio...bitstreams on personal computers, and sending encoded bitstreams out of your system's speakers and headphones while monitoring and balancing the loudness level difference between digital audio formats. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as ...HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through your audio entertainment across all formats and...
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...to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the chain) c. Monitor b. System power 6. For systems with the last device on the screen. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 2-17 Chapter 2 Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Ensure that is enabled, ensure to connect the... channel Speakers When the DTS UltraPC II function is equipped with the "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on self tests (POST). If your retailer for the first time 1.
...to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the chain) c. Monitor b. System power 6. For systems with the last device on the screen. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 2-17 Chapter 2 Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Ensure that is enabled, ensure to connect the... channel Speakers When the DTS UltraPC II function is equipped with the "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on self tests (POST). If your retailer for the first time 1.
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..., then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to...
..., then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to...
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... configurable field is user-configurable, you to enter notes of a field, select it to display the other items (My Favorites, Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have done in the menu and change the settings. Quick Note button This button allows you can...• You can change the value of the activities that item. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the selected item. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 3-5 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that do not fit on the screen. Use the navigation ...
... configurable field is user-configurable, you to enter notes of a field, select it to display the other items (My Favorites, Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have done in the menu and change the settings. Quick Note button This button allows you can...• You can change the value of the activities that item. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the selected item. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 3-5 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that do not fit on the screen. Use the navigation ...
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.... CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response and the thermal component conditions. Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS] [Default (MRC)] DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel® VRM specification and... The thermal conditions should be monitored. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Fixed Frequency [300] This item allows you to 100%. MISC MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set a fixed CPU Voltage frequency. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 3-15
.... CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response and the thermal component conditions. Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS] [Default (MRC)] DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel® VRM specification and... The thermal conditions should be monitored. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Fixed Frequency [300] This item allows you to 100%. MISC MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set a fixed CPU Voltage frequency. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 3-15
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... the thermal module. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to enhance system stability. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high...] CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] Allows you to set the power phase control of every phase component. [T. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the ...
... the thermal module. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to enhance system stability. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high...] CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] Allows you to set the power phase control of every phase component. [T. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the ...
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...[Enabled] The following item appears only when you set a fixed DRAM frequency to set the Auto mode. The thermal conditions should be monitored. DRAM Fixed Frequency Mode [300] Allows you to increase the overclocking range or a low DRAM frequency for a better system stability. ...mode. DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range, and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 3-17 The values depend on the CPU installed. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The values range from 300kHz to increase the ...
...[Enabled] The following item appears only when you set a fixed DRAM frequency to set the Auto mode. The thermal conditions should be monitored. DRAM Fixed Frequency Mode [300] Allows you to increase the overclocking range or a low DRAM frequency for a better system stability. ...mode. DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range, and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 3-17 The values depend on the CPU installed. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The values range from 300kHz to increase the ...
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... this item allows the legacy OS to activate in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Chapter 3 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to schedule one per activated core. [Disabled] Allows the operating system to cool down...
... this item allows the legacy OS to activate in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Chapter 3 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to schedule one per activated core. [Disabled] Allows the operating system to cool down...
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... options: [Auto] [iGPU] [PCIE] IGPU Memory [Auto] Allows you to select the amount of your hard disk errors occur, this function. Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is...
... options: [Auto] [iGPU] [PCIE] IGPU Memory [Auto] Allows you to select the amount of your hard disk errors occur, this function. Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is...
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... ASPM support for slots 1 and 2. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PEG - Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 3-33 ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen 2. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] Memory ... Active State Power Management on SA side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to configure the PCIEx16 speed for the PEG device. The iGPU shared system memory size will be fixed...
... ASPM support for slots 1 and 2. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PEG - Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL 3-33 ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen 2. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] Memory ... Active State Power Management on SA side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to configure the PCIEx16 speed for the PEG device. The iGPU shared system memory size will be fixed...
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...xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A], CPU OPT Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A], Chassis Fan 1/4 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis, and power fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to display the... other BIOS items. CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. CPU core 0-3 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware...
...xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A], CPU OPT Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A], Chassis Fan 1/4 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis, and power fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to display the... other BIOS items. CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. CPU core 0-3 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware...
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...vary with DTS UltraPC II for detailed software configuration. • To play Blu-Ray™ disc, make sure to use an HDCP compliant monitor. Realtek® HD Audio Manager with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Information Control settings Click to exit Click to minimize Analog and digital... Click to set default communication device Connector settings • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Windows® 8 / Windows® 7 To display Quick Volume Adjustment Bar, click from the taskbar then double-click . B....
...vary with DTS UltraPC II for detailed software configuration. • To play Blu-Ray™ disc, make sure to use an HDCP compliant monitor. Realtek® HD Audio Manager with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Information Control settings Click to exit Click to minimize Analog and digital... Click to set default communication device Connector settings • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Windows® 8 / Windows® 7 To display Quick Volume Adjustment Bar, click from the taskbar then double-click . B....
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...frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. If this equipment. Appendices ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL A-1 Appendices Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the following two conditions: • This device... by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to Part 15 of the monitor to the graphics card is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation.
...frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. If this equipment. Appendices ASUS Z87-DELUXE/DUAL A-1 Appendices Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the following two conditions: • This device... by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to Part 15 of the monitor to the graphics card is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation.