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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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... 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 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-48 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-49 3.10 Exit menu 3-50 3.11 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...
... 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 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-48 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-49 3.10 Exit menu 3-50 3.11 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...
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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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... the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through...
... the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through...
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... at 0.001V increment - Wi-Fi Engine for EZ BIOS download sccheduling - ASUS EPU - ASUS Q-Slot Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - Z87I-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Wi-Fi GO! - Wi-Fi GO! ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for network sharing and connection: Client Mode...
... at 0.001V increment - Wi-Fi Engine for EZ BIOS download sccheduling - ASUS EPU - ASUS Q-Slot Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - Z87I-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Wi-Fi GO! - Wi-Fi GO! ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for network sharing and connection: Client Mode...
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... 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! x 6.7 in . 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...
... 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! x 6.7 in . 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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... and schedule the bandwidth priorities for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. USB Charger+ With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all up to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with your ultimate convenience. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-3 It automatically accelerates data speeds for your...
... and schedule the bandwidth priorities for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. USB Charger+ With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all up to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with your ultimate convenience. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-3 It automatically accelerates data speeds for your...
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... and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with more flexibility, convenience, and easy to navigate UEFI BIOS than 2.2 TB. Disk Unlocker ASUS Disk Unlocker, an ASUS-exclusive utility, provides an intuitive interface that identifies all of your hard disk drive (HDD) spaces ... the 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 with the highest quality home theater...
... and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with more flexibility, convenience, and easy to navigate UEFI BIOS than 2.2 TB. Disk Unlocker ASUS Disk Unlocker, an ASUS-exclusive utility, provides an intuitive interface that identifies all of your hard disk drive (HDD) spaces ... the 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 with the highest quality home theater...
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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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... into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into any slot as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Double-sided ...KVR1066D3N7/2G 2GB DS ELPIDA KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G 4GB DS Hynix 9HF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE- - Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-19 settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. PE911-125E - or D.O.C.P....
... into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into any slot as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Double-sided ...KVR1066D3N7/2G 2GB DS ELPIDA KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G 4GB DS Hynix 9HF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE- - Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-19 settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. PE911-125E - or D.O.C.P....
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...fails to test one set of failsafe settings. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-21 switch to boot after using the MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for ...overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to enhance system performance. 1. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may ...
...fails to test one set of failsafe settings. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-21 switch to boot after using the MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for ...overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to enhance system performance. 1. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may ...
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...create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z87 chipset. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-23 Refer to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [RAID Mode]. If you installed ...GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND Z87I-DELUXE SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to this connector, set to Serial ATA...
...create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z87 chipset. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 1-23 Refer to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [RAID Mode]. If you installed ...GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND Z87I-DELUXE SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to this connector, set to Serial ATA...
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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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... up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section 3.11 Updating BIOS in Chapter 3. • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise...
... up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section 3.11 Updating BIOS in Chapter 3. • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise...
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...Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 11. HDMI port 5. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-13 Chapter 2 USB 3.0 ports E1 and E2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth V4.0/3.0 + HS*** 13. USB BIOS Flashback button 6. DVI-I /O connection 1 2 3 4 5 13 ... Rear I port 9. USB 2.0 ports 8. DisplayPort 4. Audio I/O ports** 12. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback. *, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi module LEDs, LAN port LEDs...
...Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 11. HDMI port 5. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-13 Chapter 2 USB 3.0 ports E1 and E2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth V4.0/3.0 + HS*** 13. USB BIOS Flashback button 6. DVI-I /O connection 1 2 3 4 5 13 ... Rear I port 9. USB 2.0 ports 8. DisplayPort 4. Audio I/O ports** 12. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback. *, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi module LEDs, LAN port LEDs...
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... trade names are those 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. Some legacy USB devices must update their respective owners. ** LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description...
... trade names are those 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. Some legacy USB devices must update their respective owners. ** LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description...
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..." standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the screen. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-17 Chapter 2 Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on test. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, ...30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. Turn on self tests (POST). Monitor b. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. System power 6. While the tests are off. 3. Ensure that is...
..." standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the screen. ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 2-17 Chapter 2 Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on test. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, ...30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. Turn on self tests (POST). Monitor b. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. System power 6. While the tests are off. 3. Ensure that is...
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... the power switch for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. At power on the BIOS setting. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short...
... the power switch for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. At power on the BIOS setting. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short...
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... have installed a new system component that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user...
... have installed a new system component that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87I-DELUXE 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user...
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...: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Do this option only if you failed to the default value. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ... shown in this section are for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. See section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on your screen. • Ensure that...
...: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Do this option only if you failed to the default value. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ... shown in this section are for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. See section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on your screen. • Ensure that...