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... this guide...vii Z87M-PLUS 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 DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 Other special features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System memory 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion slots...
... this guide...vii Z87M-PLUS 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 DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 Other special features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System memory 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion slots...
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...x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots * The PCIe x16_2 slot shares bandwidth with max. Z87M-PLUS specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®,... and Celeron® processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot [yellow] (at x16 ...
...x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots * The PCIe x16_2 slot shares bandwidth with max. Z87M-PLUS specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®,... and Celeron® processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot [yellow] (at x16 ...
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... function, F3 Shortcut functions, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE (continued on the next page) xi iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - vPCH: 191-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - Z87M-PLUS specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel...
... function, F3 Shortcut functions, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE (continued on the next page) xi iGPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - vPCH: 191-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - Z87M-PLUS specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel...
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... graphics, multimedia and Internet applications. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support With Intel® Z87 Express Chipset ...2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (O.C.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 MHz Support The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR3 memory that optimizes PCIe allocation in the LGA1150 package. ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-1 Chapter 1 It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to external home theater audio systems via the optical ...
... graphics, multimedia and Internet applications. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support With Intel® Z87 Express Chipset ...2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (O.C.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 MHz Support The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR3 memory that optimizes PCIe allocation in the LGA1150 package. ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-1 Chapter 1 It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to external home theater audio systems via the optical ...
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... back and forth between different utilities. MemOK! It allows you a noiseless PC environment. MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you with optimized fan settings based on the fans' specifications and positions. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-3 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...
... back and forth between different utilities. MemOK! It allows you a noiseless PC environment. MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you with optimized fan settings based on the fans' specifications and positions. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-3 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...
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A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Z87M-PLUS Z87M-PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-9 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Z87M-PLUS Z87M-PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-9 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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...be about 3GB or less. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the following: a) Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install memory modules of accessing information from the same vendor. b) Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install 4GB or more on the ...CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft. Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may ...
...be about 3GB or less. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the following: a) Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install memory modules of accessing information from the same vendor. b) Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install 4GB or more on the ...CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft. Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may ...
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...better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of individual CPUs. ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-15 Chapter 1 We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules... DS - We suggest that you install the modules into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel...
...better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of individual CPUs. ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-15 Chapter 1 We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules... DS - We suggest that you install the modules into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel...
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... cap on CLRTC jumper default position. To erase the RTC RAM: Z87M-PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Z87M-PLUS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC 1. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the...
... cap on CLRTC jumper default position. To erase the RTC RAM: Z87M-PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Z87M-PLUS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC 1. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the...
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... to boot up when the DIMM is not properly installed. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load the BIOS default settings. Z87M-PLUS Z87M-PLUS MemOK! function. • The MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. button ... A message will appear during POST reminding you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-19
... to boot up when the DIMM is not properly installed. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load the BIOS default settings. Z87M-PLUS Z87M-PLUS MemOK! function. • The MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. button ... A message will appear during POST reminding you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Chapter 1 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 1-19
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... when you turned on . Turn on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.4 Turning off mode, depending on , hold down the key to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7.
... when you turned on . Turn on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.4 Turning off mode, depending on , hold down the key to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7.
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... pointer to My Favorite items: • Items with submenu options • User-managed items such as language and boot order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
... pointer to My Favorite items: • Items with submenu options • User-managed items such as language and boot order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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...the profiles supported by your system to malfunction. If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, select this section vary depending on 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 ...menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to automatically optimize the CPU ratio, BCLK frequency, and memory parameters. The configuration options for the system. [Manual] Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU ratio and BCLK frequency. [X.M.P.] Allows ...
...the profiles supported by your system to malfunction. If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, select this section vary depending on 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 ...menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to automatically optimize the CPU ratio, BCLK frequency, and memory parameters. The configuration options for the system. [Manual] Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU ratio and BCLK frequency. [X.M.P.] Allows ...
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...PLL [Auto] Allows you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [X.M.P.]. Use the or keys to adjust the value. mode supported by your memory module. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 80.0MHz to adjust the value. The values depend on...possible ratio on the Uncore part of the processor. Use the or keys to 300.0MHz. 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 the BCLK/PEG frequency to enhance the system ...
...PLL [Auto] Allows you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [X.M.P.]. Use the or keys to adjust the value. mode supported by your memory module. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 80.0MHz to adjust the value. The values depend on...possible ratio on the Uncore part of the processor. Use the or keys to 300.0MHz. 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 the BCLK/PEG frequency to enhance the system ...
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... capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Ratio First] [BCLK First] EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you assign a value for 3-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core Ratio Limit and 2-Core Ratio...enhancing the system performance and accelerates iGPU performance to the extreme according to 100:100. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-11 OC Tuner [Auto] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for 2-Core Ratio Limit, do ...
... capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Ratio First] [BCLK First] EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you assign a value for 3-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core Ratio Limit and 2-Core Ratio...enhancing the system performance and accelerates iGPU performance to the extreme according to 100:100. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-11 OC Tuner [Auto] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for 2-Core Ratio Limit, do ...
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... adjust the value. DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Core voltage for the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). The values range from the memory bus. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-21 DRAM CTRL REF Voltage [Auto] This item is the DRAM reference voltage for the control lines from 1.185V to [Enabled] for a more stable...
... adjust the value. DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Core voltage for the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). The values range from the memory bus. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-21 DRAM CTRL REF Voltage [Auto] This item is the DRAM reference voltage for the control lines from 1.185V to [Enabled] for a more stable...
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...BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. Scroll down to Auto mode and checks if the partition size is greater than the total memory size. Hybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the hybrid hard disk support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [...no SATA device is larger than the Active Page Threshold size. Active Memory Threshold [0] This item supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology when the partition size is enough at S3 entry. When set to zero (0), it will go to display the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-27
...BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. Scroll down to Auto mode and checks if the partition size is greater than the total memory size. Hybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the hybrid hard disk support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [...no SATA device is larger than the Active Page Threshold size. Active Memory Threshold [0] This item supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology when the partition size is enough at S3 entry. When set to zero (0), it will go to display the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-27
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.... Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration Allows you to reduce iGPU power use when the system is idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-29 Chapter 3 The iGPU shared system memory size will be fixed at 64MB. Configuration options: [Auto] [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M] ~ [448M] [480M] [512M] Render Standby [Auto] Allows you to...
.... Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration Allows you to reduce iGPU power use when the system is idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-29 Chapter 3 The iGPU shared system memory size will be fixed at 64MB. Configuration options: [Auto] [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M] ~ [448M] [480M] [512M] Render Standby [Auto] Allows you to...
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...[Gen2] [Gen3] DMI Link ASPM Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Memory Remap [Enabled] Allows you to configure the memory configuration parameters. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] NB PCIe Configuration Allows you... the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] Memory Configuration Allows you to enable or disable the Memory Scrambler support. ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings. Configuration options: [Disabled]...
...[Gen2] [Gen3] DMI Link ASPM Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Memory Remap [Enabled] Allows you to configure the memory configuration parameters. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] NB PCIe Configuration Allows you... the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] Memory Configuration Allows you to enable or disable the Memory Scrambler support. ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings. Configuration options: [Disabled]...
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... recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from Profile Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-47 Load from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in a profile number from one to eight, press , and...
... recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from Profile Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3 ASUS Z87M-PLUS 3-47 Load from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in a profile number from one to eight, press , and...