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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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... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Motherboard - resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz - Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32 GB, DDR3 3200(O.C.)*/3100(O.C.)*/3000(O.C.)*/2933(O.C.)*/2 800(O.C.)*/2666(O.C.)*/2600(O.C.)*/2400(O.C.)*/2250(O.C.)*/2200(O.C.)*/2133(O. resolution 4096x2160@24Hz / 2560x1600@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...
... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Motherboard - resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz - Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32 GB, DDR3 3200(O.C.)*/3100(O.C.)*/3000(O.C.)*/2933(O.C.)*/2 800(O.C.)*/2666(O.C.)*/2600(O.C.)*/2400(O.C.)*/2250(O.C.)*/2200(O.C.)*/2133(O. resolution 4096x2160@24Hz / 2560x1600@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...
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... Chipset - Enhanced ESD protection - Most advanced options with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) - 1 x M.2 Socket 3* - 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - 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 port (gray, compatible with fast response time M.2 & SATA Express onboard...
... Chipset - Enhanced ESD protection - Most advanced options with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) - 1 x M.2 Socket 3* - 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - 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 port (gray, compatible with fast response time M.2 & SATA Express onboard...
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... voltage at 0.001V increment - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from your PC status with smart devices in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS EPU - ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - ASUS O.C. vCCIO: Adjustable Analog and Digital I/O voltage at 0.001V increment - Compatible with different usage scenarios Steam Support...
... voltage at 0.001V increment - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from your PC status with smart devices in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS EPU - ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - ASUS O.C. vCCIO: Adjustable Analog and Digital I/O voltage at 0.001V increment - Compatible with different usage scenarios Steam Support...
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Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary Rear Panel I/O ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x VGA port 1 x Intel LAN (RJ45) port 2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (teal blue) 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 7.1-channel Audio I/O ports(6-jacks) 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 3 x USB 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 6 USB... AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.7, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.8, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F3 My Favorites &...
Z97-E/USB 3.1 specifications summary Rear Panel I/O ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x VGA port 1 x Intel LAN (RJ45) port 2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (teal blue) 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 7.1-channel Audio I/O ports(6-jacks) 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 3 x USB 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 6 USB... AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.7, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.8, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F3 My Favorites &...
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... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is...
... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is...
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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 The edge with external ports goes to ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard...
... 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 The edge with external ports goes to ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard...
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... ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) 9. Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 CPU socket LGA1150 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_5, SATA6G_6, SATAEXPRESS) 8. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 10. Digital audio ...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. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 13. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. Intel® LGA1150...
... ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) 9. Z97-E/USB 3.1 Z97-E/USB 3.1 CPU socket LGA1150 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_5, SATA6G_6, SATAEXPRESS) 8. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 10. Digital audio ...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. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 13. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. Intel® LGA1150...
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... 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 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 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...
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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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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. According to ...
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. According to ...
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...of 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 subject to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft. or D.O.C.P.... modules with the same CAS latency. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of individual CPUs. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-9 Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for the OS can ...
...of 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 subject to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft. or D.O.C.P.... modules with the same CAS latency. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of individual CPUs. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-9 Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for the OS can ...
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...the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-11 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS...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 ...
...the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-11 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS...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 ...
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... the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-13 Use a metal object such as system passwords. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC... two pins again to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. 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.
... the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-13 Use a metal object such as system passwords. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC... two pins again to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. 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.
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... Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - - 4.1-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - - These two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-15 4. 7.1-channel audio ports. Refer to CRT and is for better compatibility. • Multi-VGA output supports up to the tape, CD...
... Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - - 4.1-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - - These two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-15 4. 7.1-channel audio ports. Refer to CRT and is for better compatibility. • Multi-VGA output supports up to the tape, CD...
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... digital certificates, passwords and data. LPCPD# GND +3VSB NC LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# LFRAME# LCLK Z97-E/USB 3.1 TPM PIN 1 NC CLKRUN# SERIRQ NC GND LAD1 LAD2 NC GND Z97-E/USB 3.1 TPM connector 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is ...purchased separately. 2. 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. Connect the serial port module cable to this ...
... digital certificates, passwords and data. LPCPD# GND +3VSB NC LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# LFRAME# LCLK Z97-E/USB 3.1 TPM PIN 1 NC CLKRUN# SERIRQ NC GND LAD1 LAD2 NC GND Z97-E/USB 3.1 TPM connector 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is ...purchased separately. 2. 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. Connect the serial port module cable to this ...
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... control modes. These are not jumpers! To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-17 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_ FAN2, 4-pin... of the connector. 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...
... control modes. These are not jumpers! To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-17 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_ FAN2, 4-pin... of the connector. 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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...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 complies with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If...ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The power supply plugs are for details. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction The system may become unstable or may not boot up ...
...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 complies with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If...ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The power supply plugs are for details. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction The system may become unstable or may not boot up ...
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...out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-E/USB 3.1 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Digital audio connector.... +5V SPDIFOUT GND Z97-E/USB 3.1 PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT Z97-E/USB 3.1 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the item to [HD]. By default, this connector, set to [AC97]. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-19 Front panel...
...out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-E/USB 3.1 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Digital audio connector.... +5V SPDIFOUT GND Z97-E/USB 3.1 PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT Z97-E/USB 3.1 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the item to [HD]. By default, this connector, set to [AC97]. ASUS Z97-E/USB 3.1 1-19 Front panel...