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... information...vi About this guide...vii Z87I-DELUXE specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.4 Other special ...device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O Connectors 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...
... information...vi About this guide...vii Z87I-DELUXE specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.4 Other special ...device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O Connectors 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...
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...Updating BIOS 3-51 3.11.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-52 3.11.2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-53 3.11.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-54 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite 3 4-3 4.3.2 USB 3.0 Boost 4-5 4.3.3 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-6 iv 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS ...3-35 3.6.8 APM 3-37 3.6.9 Network Stack 3-38 3.7 Monitor menu 3-39 3.8 Boot menu 3-42 3.9 Tools menu 3-48 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-48...
...Updating BIOS 3-51 3.11.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-52 3.11.2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-53 3.11.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-54 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite 3 4-3 4.3.2 USB 3.0 Boost 4-5 4.3.3 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-6 iv 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS ...3-35 3.6.8 APM 3-37 3.6.9 Network Stack 3-38 3.7 Monitor menu 3-39 3.8 Boot menu 3-42 3.9 Tools menu 3-48 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-48...
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... Charger 4-11 System Information 4-12 Audio configurations 4-13 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 5-7 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in...
... Charger 4-11 System Information 4-12 Audio configurations 4-13 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 5-7 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in...
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Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter lists the... the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to ...
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter lists the... the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to ...
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Z87I-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Wi-Fi GO! - Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for EZ BIOS download sccheduling - USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission - MemOK! ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - vCCSA: Adjustable CPU System Agent voltage at 0.001V increment - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next...
Z87I-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Wi-Fi GO! - Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for EZ BIOS download sccheduling - USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission - MemOK! ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - vCCSA: Adjustable CPU System Agent voltage at 0.001V increment - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next...
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... 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel Audio I 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 2 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Z87I-DELUXE specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability 1 x DVI-I /O ports 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 connector supports additional...
... 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel Audio I 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 2 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Z87I-DELUXE specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability 1 x DVI-I /O ports 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 connector supports additional...
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... Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to a new level of USB3.0 fast charging experience. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-3 Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for your USB device's conditions. It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even...
... Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to a new level of USB3.0 fast charging experience. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-3 Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for your USB device's conditions. It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even...
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... HDD size limitation of various operating systems. 1.1.3 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you to easily connect or disconnect the... drive (HDD) spaces and allows you to use all your modified settings • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for most accessed information • ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with dual selectable modes...
... HDD size limitation of various operating systems. 1.1.3 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you to easily connect or disconnect the... drive (HDD) spaces and allows you to use all your modified settings • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for most accessed information • ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with dual selectable modes...
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... 12 SPDIF_OUT USB3_56 BIOS WLAN Z87 7 AAFP Lithium Cell CMOS Power AUDIO ALC 8 1150 USB910 PCIEX16 11 10 9 6 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. 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 17cm(6.7in) DIGI +VRM CON3 USB7-10 CLR_CMOS BIOS_FLBK DVI_I CON2 CHA_FAN1 MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-7
... 12 SPDIF_OUT USB3_56 BIOS WLAN Z87 7 AAFP Lithium Cell CMOS Power AUDIO ALC 8 1150 USB910 PCIEX16 11 10 9 6 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. 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 17cm(6.7in) DIGI +VRM CON3 USB7-10 CLR_CMOS BIOS_FLBK DVI_I CON2 CHA_FAN1 MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-7
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...A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into any slot as one (1) module inserted into both slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-19 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Single-sided DS - or D.O.C.P. Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of Dual-channel... function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand ...
...A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into any slot as one (1) module inserted into both slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-19 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Single-sided DS - or D.O.C.P. Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of Dual-channel... function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand ...
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... stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you to section 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-21 This is ideal for the system to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots...
... stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you to section 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-21 This is ideal for the system to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots...
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...MICPWR MIC2 PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC'97 compliant definition Z87I-DELUXE Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-23 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to ...create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set , refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS setup to [RAID Mode]. If you ...
...MICPWR MIC2 PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC'97 compliant definition Z87I-DELUXE Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-23 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to ...create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set , refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS setup to [RAID Mode]. If you ...
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software. Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-11 IO Shield • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. KY IN LINE CTR BASS FRONT REAR SPK MIC IN POWER eSATA 6G USB3.0 S/PDIF USB BIOS Flashback USB3.0 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2T2R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to install the Wi-Fi driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO!
software. Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-11 IO Shield • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. KY IN LINE CTR BASS FRONT REAR SPK MIC IN POWER eSATA 6G USB3.0 S/PDIF USB BIOS Flashback USB3.0 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2T2R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to install the Wi-Fi driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO!
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...2.0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. 3. Chapter 2 USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Place the bundled ...turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. Press the BIOS Flashback button for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this scenario happens, please restart the system to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic ...
...2.0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. 3. Chapter 2 USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Place the bundled ...turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. Press the BIOS Flashback button for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this scenario happens, please restart the system to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic ...
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... audio port definitions. Audio I /O connection 1 2 3 4 5 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 Rear panel connectors 1. USB 3.0 ports E1 and E2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-13 Chapter 2 HDMI port 5. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. Clear CMOS button 7. USB BIOS Flashback button 6. USB 2.0 ports 8. DVI-I port 9. DisplayPort 4.
... audio port definitions. Audio I /O connection 1 2 3 4 5 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 Rear panel connectors 1. USB 3.0 ports E1 and E2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-13 Chapter 2 HDMI port 5. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. Clear CMOS button 7. USB BIOS Flashback button 6. USB 2.0 ports 8. DVI-I port 9. DisplayPort 4.
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... MHz - and any use of the Intel® 8 series chipset, all USB devices connected to three displays under Windows® OS environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under license. HDMI port: 300 MHz * Bluetooth and Wi-Fi module LED indications Wi-Fi LED Status Description Off No link Green...
... MHz - and any use of the Intel® 8 series chipset, all USB devices connected to three displays under Windows® OS environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under license. HDMI port: 300 MHz * Bluetooth and Wi-Fi module LED indications Wi-Fi LED Status Description Off No link Green...
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... press the ATX power button. If your retailer for the first time 1. While the tests are off. 3. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Turn on the system front panel case lights up or... tests (POST). External SCSI devices (starting with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up for assistance. Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on . If you turned on the power, the system may light up . ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-17 Chapter 2
... press the ATX power button. If your retailer for the first time 1. While the tests are off. 3. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Turn on the system front panel case lights up or... tests (POST). External SCSI devices (starting with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up for assistance. Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on . If you turned on the power, the system may light up . ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-17 Chapter 2
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.... Press the power switch for less than four seconds to enter the BIOS Setup. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous ... to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic installation
.... Press the power switch for less than four seconds to enter the BIOS Setup. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous ... to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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... configuration that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 3-1 DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. You can easily ...navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as Z87IP.CAP for...
... configuration that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 3-1 DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. You can easily ...navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as Z87IP.CAP for...
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... Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Chapter 3 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If you in using the first two options. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this option only if you failed to guide you do...you see on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis....
... Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Chapter 3 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If you in using the first two options. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this option only if you failed to guide you do...you see on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis....