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... OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. Such software in this manual, including the products and software described in it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for which is distributed without intent to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc...code will not be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as source code archives, etc. All Rights Reserved. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS...
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...10 Exit menu 3-48 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-49 3.11.1 ASUS Update 3-49 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-53 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-54 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-55 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... Onboard Devices Configuration 3-33 3.6.8 APM 3-35 3.6.9 Network Stack 3-36 3.7 Monitor menu 3-37 3.8 Boot menu 3-40 3.9 Tools menu 3-46 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-46...
...10 Exit menu 3-48 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-49 3.11.1 ASUS Update 3-49 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-53 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-54 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-55 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... Onboard Devices Configuration 3-33 3.6.8 APM 3-35 3.6.9 Network Stack 3-36 3.7 Monitor menu 3-37 3.8 Boot menu 3-40 3.9 Tools menu 3-46 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-46...
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... package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that all power cables are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it may become wet. •...
... package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that all power cables are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it may become wet. •...
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Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Keys enclosed in this manual. If you must press the Enter or Return key. viii Used to select. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to ... that you must press the enclosed key. + + Example: means that you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to help you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task....
Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Keys enclosed in this manual. If you must press the Enter or Return key. viii Used to select. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to ... that you must press the enclosed key. + + Example: means that you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to help you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task....
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...Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, and Intel® Insider™ Supports up to change the settings. Integrated Graphics Processor - Z87M-PLUS specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®...Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for Intel® CPU support list. Supports Intel® Dynamic Storage Accelerator, Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® ...
...Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, and Intel® Insider™ Supports up to change the settings. Integrated Graphics Processor - Z87M-PLUS specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®...Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for Intel® CPU support list. Supports Intel® Dynamic Storage Accelerator, Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® ...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items User Manual ASUS Z87M-PLUS motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xiii
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items User Manual ASUS Z87M-PLUS motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xiii
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... of the following: a) Use a maximum of memory, we recommend that you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. For an optimum...
... of the following: a) Use a maximum of memory, we recommend that you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. For an optimum...
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...for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up when the DIMM is not properly installed. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-19 Z87M-PLUS Z87M-PLUS MemOK! switch to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch lights continuously. To stop memory tuning, turn...default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or open-case system. button • Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. The blinking speed...
...for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up when the DIMM is not properly installed. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-19 Z87M-PLUS Z87M-PLUS MemOK! switch to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch lights continuously. To stop memory tuning, turn...default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or open-case system. button • Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. The blinking speed...
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...chipset. See section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID]. ...RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND Z87M-PLUS SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND Z87M-PLUS SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set the type...
...chipset. See section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID]. ...RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND Z87M-PLUS SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND Z87M-PLUS SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set the type...
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The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. We strongly recommend that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage...When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS...
The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. We strongly recommend that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage...When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS...
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... and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-9 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU...
... and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-9 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU...
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... [Per Core], the following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] ...Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to default core ratio settings. Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/ Manual/User-defined memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Allows you to set to set the CPU ratio and synchronize automatically...
... [Per Core], the following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] ...Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to default core ratio settings. Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/ Manual/User-defined memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Allows you to set to set the CPU ratio and synchronize automatically...
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...Limit and 2-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. 4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Ratio Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows ... is set to its optimized setting depending on the system load. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-11 The frequency may vary depending on the system loading. [Manual] Use the or keys to adjust the optimal iGPU frequency value. OC Tuner [Auto] OC Tuner automatically overclocks...
...Limit and 2-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. 4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Ratio Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows ... is set to its optimized setting depending on the system load. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-11 The frequency may vary depending on the system loading. [Manual] Use the or keys to adjust the optimal iGPU frequency value. OC Tuner [Auto] OC Tuner automatically overclocks...
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... performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to [Extreme] and [Manual Adjustment]. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high...specification. CPU Current Capability [Auto] DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for extra power support. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-15 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU voltage. ...
... performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to [Extreme] and [Manual Adjustment]. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high...specification. CPU Current Capability [Auto] DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for extra power support. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-15 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU voltage. ...
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... to 30A at 1Amp increment. The values range from 0A to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it exits manual override mode. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Idle Power-out Response [Auto] Allows you to increase to 50A at 1Amp increment. Configuration options: [Auto... range from a load current oscillating near the switching frequency. Disable to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it enters manual override mode.
... to 30A at 1Amp increment. The values range from 0A to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it exits manual override mode. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Idle Power-out Response [Auto] Allows you to increase to 50A at 1Amp increment. Configuration options: [Auto... range from a load current oscillating near the switching frequency. Disable to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it enters manual override mode.
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... Graphics Voltage override. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage override. By default, this item... takes the standard value of the installed CPU. You can use the or keys to [Manual Mode]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to configure the...
... Graphics Voltage override. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage override. By default, this item... takes the standard value of the installed CPU. You can use the or keys to [Manual Mode]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to configure the...
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...voltage when increasing Ring frequency. Use the or keys to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. Use the or keys to [Manual Mode]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to adjust ...the value. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Cache Voltage [Auto] Allows you to adjust the value. Use the or keys to add voltage for Turbo Mode CPU Graphics. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS...
...voltage when increasing Ring frequency. Use the or keys to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. Use the or keys to [Manual Mode]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to adjust ...the value. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Cache Voltage [Auto] Allows you to adjust the value. Use the or keys to add voltage for Turbo Mode CPU Graphics. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS...
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... Low Limit [200 RPM] Allows you to set the low limit warning for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to minimize the fan speed for CPU Fan speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [100 RPM] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] CPU Fan... appear only when you set the CPU Q-Fan Control item to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 20% to [Manual]. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the and keys...
... Low Limit [200 RPM] Allows you to set the low limit warning for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to minimize the fan speed for CPU Fan speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [100 RPM] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] CPU Fan... appear only when you set the CPU Q-Fan Control item to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 20% to [Manual]. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the and keys...
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.... Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to 100%. The values range from 40ºC to 75ºC. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-39 The values range from 60% to [Enabled]. The values range from 60% to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. CPU Fan1/2 Min. Chassis1... the CPU temperature. [Silent] Set to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Chassis1/2 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] Allows you to...
.... Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to 100%. The values range from 40ºC to 75ºC. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-39 The values range from 60% to [Enabled]. The values range from 60% to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. CPU Fan1/2 Min. Chassis1... the CPU temperature. [Silent] Set to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Chassis1/2 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] Allows you to...
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...ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is potentially risky. 3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS... website publishes the latest BIOS versions to update your BIOS if necessary. ASUS... Update: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. ASUS...ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. ASUS... 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-49 Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com... ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.11.1 ASUS Update ASUS ...
...ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is potentially risky. 3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS... website publishes the latest BIOS versions to update your BIOS if necessary. ASUS... Update: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. ASUS...ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. ASUS... 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-49 Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com... ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.11.1 ASUS Update ASUS ...