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xiii Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items User Manual Z87I-PRO 6 ASUS Z87I-PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antenna (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n compliant) 1 x ASUS Q-Cable • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
xiii Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items User Manual Z87I-PRO 6 ASUS Z87I-PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antenna (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n compliant) 1 x ASUS Q-Cable • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
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...provides an optimal graphics performance, unprecedented data speed and seamless transition with its complete backward compatibility to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-1 It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to six times faster than a hard-drive-only system to ...highlights LGA1150 socket for frequently accessed data or applications. It utilizes the serial point-to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed...
...provides an optimal graphics performance, unprecedented data speed and seamless transition with its complete backward compatibility to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-1 It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to six times faster than a hard-drive-only system to ...highlights LGA1150 socket for frequently accessed data or applications. It utilizes the serial point-to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed...
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...simple-to-use functions, with no need for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-3 Network iControl Network iControl is automatically updated even without the need to switch back and forth between different utilities...button to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the systemís bootup. 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 three...
...simple-to-use functions, with no need for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-3 Network iControl Network iControl is automatically updated even without the need to switch back and forth between different utilities...button to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the systemís bootup. 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 three...
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... or re-mastered sounds, improves bass performance even without a subwoofer, and improves dialogues derived from DVD or Blu-ray Disc™. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-5 This is capable of performing mult-channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal computers, and sending encoded bitstreams out of a digital audio connection... Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to an external decoder.
... or re-mastered sounds, improves bass performance even without a subwoofer, and improves dialogues derived from DVD or Blu-ray Disc™. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-5 This is capable of performing mult-channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal computers, and sending encoded bitstreams out of a digital audio connection... Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to an external decoder.
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Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-7 CHA_FAN2 SPDIFO _HDMI _DP CHA_FAN3 ASM 1442 CPU_FAN Super I/O EATXPWR EATX12V CON1 5 17cm(6.7in) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) Z87I-PRO LGA1150 ASM USB3_34_E12 1042 SPEAKER SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 6 LAN_USB3_12 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 INTEL I217-V 64Mb F_PANEL 12 SPDIF_OUT USB3_56 BIOS WLAN Z87 7 AAFP Lithium...
Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-7 CHA_FAN2 SPDIFO _HDMI _DP CHA_FAN3 ASM 1442 CPU_FAN Super I/O EATXPWR EATX12V CON1 5 17cm(6.7in) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) Z87I-PRO LGA1150 ASM USB3_34_E12 1042 SPEAKER SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 6 LAN_USB3_12 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 INTEL I217-V 64Mb F_PANEL 12 SPDIF_OUT USB3_56 BIOS WLAN Z87 7 AAFP Lithium...
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DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Z87I-PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-9 Z87I-PRO DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Z87I-PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-9 Z87I-PRO DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-15 G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-8 8GB DS - - A FEIS(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9 4GB SS - - K4/16GX(XMP) (4x4GB ) KINGSTON KHX16C9K2/16 16GB DS - - (2x8GB) KINGSTON KHX1600 2GB...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-15 G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-8 8GB DS - - A FEIS(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9 4GB SS - - K4/16GX(XMP) (4x4GB ) KINGSTON KHX16C9K2/16 16GB DS - - (2x8GB) KINGSTON KHX1600 2GB...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-17 Timing Voltage Apacer 78.B1GD E.9L10C 4GB DS CORSAIR TR3X6G13 33C9 G 6GB SS (3x2GB) CORSAIR CMD24GX3M6A 24GB DS 1333C9(XMP) (6x4GB) CORSAIR TW3X4G13 33C9D...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-17 Timing Voltage Apacer 78.B1GD E.9L10C 4GB DS CORSAIR TR3X6G13 33C9 G 6GB SS (3x2GB) CORSAIR CMD24GX3M6A 24GB DS 1333C9(XMP) (6x4GB) CORSAIR TW3X4G13 33C9D...
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... provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. DJ-F J1108BFSE- - Load the X.M.P. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-19 Single-sided DS - Timing Voltage - - - - - 1.5V 9-9-9-24 1.5V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 • • • • • • • • DDR3 1066...Optional) 1 2 • • • • • • • • Side(s): SS - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.
... provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. DJ-F J1108BFSE- - Load the X.M.P. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-19 Single-sided DS - Timing Voltage - - - - - 1.5V 9-9-9-24 1.5V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 • • • • • • • • DDR3 1066...Optional) 1 2 • • • • • • • • Side(s): SS - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.
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... message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Z87I-PRO Chapter 1 Z87I-PRO MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests ... that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-21 function. Press and hold the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the system...
... message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Z87I-PRO Chapter 1 Z87I-PRO MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests ... that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-21 function. Press and hold the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the system...
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... Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC'97 compliant definition Z87I-PRO Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-23 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_1 RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND...
... Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC'97 compliant definition Z87I-PRO Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-23 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_1 RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND...
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This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-25 USB910 PIN 1 Z87I-PRO USB2.0 connector DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 48 MBps connection speed. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910) This connector is purchased separately. • These ... USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to fully use the USB 2.0 ports under Windows® 7. USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC Z87I-PRO 6. Doing so will damage the motherboard! • The USB 2.0 module is for USB 2.0 port.
This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND Chapter 1 ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-25 USB910 PIN 1 Z87I-PRO USB2.0 connector DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 48 MBps connection speed. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910) This connector is purchased separately. • These ... USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to fully use the USB 2.0 ports under Windows® 7. USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC Z87I-PRO 6. Doing so will damage the motherboard! • The USB 2.0 module is for USB 2.0 port.
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...=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. Z87I-PRO Chapter 1 8. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-27 The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. EATX12V GND GND GND GND... Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts Z87I-PRO ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you are uncertain about the minimum power...
...=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. Z87I-PRO Chapter 1 8. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-27 The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. EATX12V GND GND GND GND... Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts Z87I-PRO ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you are uncertain about the minimum power...
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Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-1 Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for reference only. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. Chapter 2: Basic installation Basic installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for all models. 1.
Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-1 Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for reference only. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. Chapter 2: Basic installation Basic installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for all models. 1.
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2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA155 and LGA1156 socket on the LGA1150 socket. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-3
2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA155 and LGA1156 socket on the LGA1150 socket. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-3
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-5
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-5
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software. 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. Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-11 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. 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. Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-11 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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... 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 3. DisplayPort 4. Audio I port 9. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 11. USB BIOS Flashback button 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. HDMI port 5. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 1 2 3 4 5 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 Rear panel connectors 1.... the tables on the next page for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi module LEDs, LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. USB 3.0 ports E1 and E2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 2. ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-13 Chapter 2
... 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 3. DisplayPort 4. Audio I port 9. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 11. USB BIOS Flashback button 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. HDMI port 5. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 1 2 3 4 5 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 Rear panel connectors 1.... the tables on the next page for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi module LEDs, LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. USB 3.0 ports E1 and E2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. 2. ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-13 Chapter 2
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*** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Out Speaker Mic In Mic In Bass/Center - - - 8-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-15
*** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Out Speaker Mic In Mic In Bass/Center - - - 8-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-15