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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-8 1.5 Expansion slots 1-11 1.6 Headers 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1-14 1.8 Onboard ... 2.4 Main menu 2-17 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-19 2.6 Advanced menu 2-30 2.7 Monitor menu 2-40 2.8 Boot menu 2-44 2.9 Tool menu 2-50 2.10 Exit menu 2-51 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-8 1.5 Expansion slots 1-11 1.6 Headers 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1-14 1.8 Onboard ... 2.4 Main menu 2-17 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-19 2.6 Advanced menu 2-30 2.7 Monitor menu 2-40 2.8 Boot menu 2-44 2.9 Tool menu 2-50 2.10 Exit menu 2-51 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
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... Memory Expansion slots Graphics Multi-GPU support LGA1150 socket for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Motherboard - Supports DVI with max. Supports HDMI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz - Z97-E/USB 3.1 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of individual CPUs. C.)*/2000(O.C.)*/1866(O.C.)*/1600/1333...
... Memory Expansion slots Graphics Multi-GPU support LGA1150 socket for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Motherboard - Supports DVI with max. Supports HDMI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz - Z97-E/USB 3.1 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of individual CPUs. C.)*/2000(O.C.)*/1866(O.C.)*/1600/1333...
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... - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to 10Gb/s data-transfer speeds ASUS Fan Xpert3 - Most advanced options with a gorgeous illuminated trace path - Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® Z97 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel® Rapid Storage Technology 13 support - 1 x SATA Express...
... - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to 10Gb/s data-transfer speeds ASUS Fan Xpert3 - Most advanced options with a gorgeous illuminated trace path - Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® Z97 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel® Rapid Storage Technology 13 support - 1 x SATA Express...
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Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS EPU - Media Streamer app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 and Android 4.0 system Gaming Scenario Crystal Sound 2 - ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - Monitor your PC to 300MHz at 0.001V increment - vCCIO: Adjustable Analog and Digital I/O voltage at 0.001V increment - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Q-Design - ASUS...- Pipe music or movies from 80MHz up to a smart TV - ASUS Stylish Fanless Design: PCH Heat-sink & MOS Heatsink solution Precision Tweaker 2...
Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS EPU - Media Streamer app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 and Android 4.0 system Gaming Scenario Crystal Sound 2 - ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - Monitor your PC to 300MHz at 0.001V increment - vCCIO: Adjustable Analog and Digital I/O voltage at 0.001V increment - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Q-Design - ASUS...- Pipe music or movies from 80MHz up to a smart TV - ASUS Stylish Fanless Design: PCH Heat-sink & MOS Heatsink solution Precision Tweaker 2...
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... Support DVD Operating system support Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8.1 / Windows® 8 Windows® 7 Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in Auto mode for detecting the type of CPU fan installed and switches to change without notice. ix Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary Rear Panel I/O ports Internal...
... Support DVD Operating system support Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8.1 / Windows® 8 Windows® 7 Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in Auto mode for detecting the type of CPU fan installed and switches to change without notice. ix Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary Rear Panel I/O ports Internal...
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ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
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... in the correct orientation. Doing so can cause you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to the rear part of the chassis Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not overtighten the screws! Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to...
... in the correct orientation. Doing so can cause you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to the rear part of the chassis Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not overtighten the screws! Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to...
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... (20-1 pin USB3_12) 7. System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL) 11. Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 CPU socket LGA1150 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction M.2 Socket 3 5. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 15. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin ...CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_FAN2, 4-pin CHA_FAN3) 2. Standby Power LED (SB_PWR) 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 16. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_5, SATA6G_6, SATAEXPRESS) 8. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 10. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 14. Intel®...
... (20-1 pin USB3_12) 7. System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL) 11. Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 CPU socket LGA1150 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction M.2 Socket 3 5. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 15. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin ...CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_FAN2, 4-pin CHA_FAN3) 2. Standby Power LED (SB_PWR) 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 16. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_5, SATA6G_6, SATAEXPRESS) 8. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 10. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 14. Intel®...
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DO NOT install a CPU designed for the LGA1150 socket only. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ... you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-5
DO NOT install a CPU designed for the LGA1150 socket only. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ... you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-5
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-7
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-7
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... the CPU. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the recommended memory population below 1.65 V is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. A DDR3 module...
... the CPU. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the recommended memory population below 1.65 V is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. A DDR3 module...
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...the memory modules depend on the motherboard. - For more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can ...• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-9 For effective use of memory, we recommend that you want to install 4GB or more on the CPU's capabilities and other installed...
...the memory modules depend on the motherboard. - For more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can ...• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-9 For effective use of memory, we recommend that you want to install 4GB or more on the CPU's capabilities and other installed...
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... the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI slots The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other.... 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. Turn on the slot. 5. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-11 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
... the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI slots The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other.... 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. Turn on the slot. 5. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-11 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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... battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to re- Z97-E/USB 3.1 CLRTC +3V_BAT GND PIN 1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to... help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to short the two pins. 3. For system failure due to overclocking. 1.6 Headers 1. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-13 Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup...
... battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to re- Z97-E/USB 3.1 CLRTC +3V_BAT GND PIN 1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to... help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to short the two pins. 3. For system failure due to overclocking. 1.6 Headers 1. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-13 Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup...
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... audio ports. HDMI port: 300 MHz 6. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-15 USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4. DVI-D can not be converted to output from your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel® 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI...
... audio ports. HDMI port: 300 MHz 6. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-15 USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4. DVI-D can not be converted to output from your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel® 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI...
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... securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. COM PIN 1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. LPCPD# GND +3VSB NC LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# LFRAME# LCLK...
... securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. COM PIN 1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. LPCPD# GND +3VSB NC LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# LFRAME# LCLK...
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... on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-17 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_ FAN2, 4-pin CHA_FAN3) Connect the fan cables to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan... are not jumpers! A B CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 A B C CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Z97-E/USB 3.1 D C D CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN3 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND...
... on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-17 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_ FAN2, 4-pin CHA_FAN3) Connect the fan cables to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan... are not jumpers! A B CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 A B C CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Z97-E/USB 3.1 D C D CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN3 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND...
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...pin EATX12V) These connectors are for details. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC Z97-E/USB 3.1 GND GND GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND PIN 1 +5 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 Z97-E/USB 3.1 ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you use ...to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.
...pin EATX12V) These connectors are for details. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC Z97-E/USB 3.1 GND GND GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND PIN 1 +5 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 Z97-E/USB 3.1 ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you use ...to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.
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...]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-19 Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector is purchased separately. See section 2.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for an additional... Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC Z97-E/USB 3.1 AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio...
...]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-19 Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector is purchased separately. See section 2.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for an additional... Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC Z97-E/USB 3.1 AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio...