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...page) vi Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Z97-K R2.0 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If... any of individual CPUs. Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 3200(O.C.)*/3100(O.C.)*/3000...
...page) vi Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Z97-K R2.0 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If... any of individual CPUs. Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 3200(O.C.)*/3100(O.C.)*/3000...
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ASUS Z97-K R2.0 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-K R2.0 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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... module) HDMI USB3_34 USB3_56 LGA1150 EATXPWR 2 2 30.5cm(12.0in) USB3_12 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 LAN_USB78 AUDIO RTL 8111GR ASM 1083 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 BATTERY PCIEX1_2 Z97-K R2.0 SOCKET3 5 6 7 Intel® Z97 Super I/O ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI1 8 64Mb BIOS PCI2 COM CLRTC SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 USB910 USB1112 USB1314 PANEL SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 5 13 12 11...
... module) HDMI USB3_34 USB3_56 LGA1150 EATXPWR 2 2 30.5cm(12.0in) USB3_12 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 LAN_USB78 AUDIO RTL 8111GR ASM 1083 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_1 BATTERY PCIEX1_2 Z97-K R2.0 SOCKET3 5 6 7 Intel® Z97 Super I/O ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI1 8 64Mb BIOS PCI2 COM CLRTC SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 USB910 USB1112 USB1314 PANEL SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 5 13 12 11...
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...the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-5 • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover ...damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard.
...the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-5 • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover ...damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard.
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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-K R2.0 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-K R2.0 1-7
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1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To install a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-9
1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To install a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-9
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... a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. PCIEx1_2 - - - shared USB2.0 controller 2 - - - - shared - ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-11 1.5.6 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. PCIEx16_2 shared - - - - - - - shared...
... a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. PCIEx1_2 - - - shared USB2.0 controller 2 - - - - shared - ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-11 1.5.6 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. PCIEx16_2 shared - - - - - - - shared...
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... LED LAN port 5. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 7. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 56 11 10 9 9 8 7 1. This 15-pin port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio...
... LED LAN port 5. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 7. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 56 11 10 9 9 8 7 1. This 15-pin port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio...
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.../2) Connect the fan cables to the CPU fan connector. These are not jumpers! COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI Z97-K R2.0 Z97-K R2.0 Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 2. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN... PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Z97-K R2.0 CHA_FAN1 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Z97-K R2.0 Fan connectors • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to a slot opening at the back of the connector. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-15 Connect the serial port module cable ...
.../2) Connect the fan cables to the CPU fan connector. These are not jumpers! COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI Z97-K R2.0 Z97-K R2.0 Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 2. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN... PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Z97-K R2.0 CHA_FAN1 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Z97-K R2.0 Fan connectors • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to a slot opening at the back of the connector. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-15 Connect the serial port module cable ...
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...S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio] or [AC97]. 5. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-17 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R... SENSE_SEND PORT2 L Z97-K R2.0 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-K R2.0 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this ...
...S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio] or [AC97]. 5. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-17 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R... SENSE_SEND PORT2 L Z97-K R2.0 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-K R2.0 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this ...
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... speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-19 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 7. USB1112; USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. USB910 USB1112 USB1314 USB...+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC Z97-K R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND Z97-K R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
... speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-19 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 7. USB1112; USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. USB910 USB1112 USB1314 USB...+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC Z97-K R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND Z97-K R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
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... or rear panel ports. M.2 Socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-21 The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately. • You can enjoy all the benefits of this connector. 10. Z97-K R2.0 USB3_12 USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D...
... or rear panel ports. M.2 Socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 1-21 The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately. • You can enjoy all the benefits of this connector. 10. Z97-K R2.0 USB3_12 USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D...
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... connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). Model Name: Z97-K R2.0 Version:0203 Release Date: 07/20/2014 File: Z97-K_R2.0-ASUS-0302.CAP Model Name: Z97-K R2.0 Version:0302 Release Date: 07/30/2014 Click to find and select the BIOS...'s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-1 With this utlity, you need to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware C:\Users\test\Downloads\Z97-K_R2.0-ASUS-03... Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is ...
... connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). Model Name: Z97-K R2.0 Version:0203 Release Date: 07/20/2014 File: Z97-K_R2.0-ASUS-0302.CAP Model Name: Z97-K R2.0 Version:0302 Release Date: 07/30/2014 Click to find and select the BIOS...'s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-1 With this utlity, you need to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware C:\Users\test\Downloads\Z97-K_R2.0-ASUS-03... Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is ...
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..., rename the BIOS file in the removable device into Z97KR2.CAP. • The BIOS file in your computer has a DVD optical drive. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is not supported under FreeDOS environment. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Download the latest BIOS file from http://support... exactly the same as actually shown on the system. 2. Turn on your computer screen. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The system requires you to the USB port. 3. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-3
..., rename the BIOS file in the removable device into Z97KR2.CAP. • The BIOS file in your computer has a DVD optical drive. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is not supported under FreeDOS environment. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Download the latest BIOS file from http://support... exactly the same as actually shown on the system. 2. Turn on your computer screen. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The system requires you to the USB port. 3. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-3
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... system while updating the BIOS to confirm the BIOS update. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: Z97-K R2.0 VER: 0205 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 07/20/2014 PATH: C:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown C: FORMAN~1 D: Z97KR2.CAP 8390656 2014... item under the Exit BIOS menu. Restart your computer. Are you sure you want to exit BIOS Updater. 6. Select Yes then press . ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-5 Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for details. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.
... system while updating the BIOS to confirm the BIOS update. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: Z97-K R2.0 VER: 0205 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 07/20/2014 PATH: C:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown C: FORMAN~1 D: Z97KR2.CAP 8390656 2014... item under the Exit BIOS menu. Restart your computer. Are you sure you want to exit BIOS Updater. 6. Select Yes then press . ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-5 Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for details. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.
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... depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. 2.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-7 Click < or > to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The EZ Mode provides you...
... depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. 2.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-7 Click < or > to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The EZ Mode provides you...
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... menu. To display the submenu, select the item and press . Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section 2.2.3 QFan Control for more information. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-9 Refer to section 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Refer to section 2.3 My Favorites for more information. Use this button to display in a Tree Map...
... menu. To display the submenu, select the item and press . Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section 2.2.3 QFan Control for more information. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-9 Refer to section 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Refer to section 2.3 My Favorites for more information. Use this button to display in a Tree Map...
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2.2.3 QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your fans Click to undo the changes Click to apply the fan setting Click to go back to your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click to activate PWM Mode Click to activate DC Mode Select a profile to apply to main menu ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-11
2.2.3 QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your fans Click to undo the changes Click to apply the fan setting Click to go back to your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click to activate PWM Mode Click to activate DC Mode Select a profile to apply to main menu ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-11
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... are not sure of the CPU fan type, click I'm not sure. from the BIOS screen to confirm auto-tuning. If you installed then click Next. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-13 Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. 3. The system automatically detects the CPU fan type. 4. Click Next then click...
... are not sure of the CPU fan type, click I'm not sure. from the BIOS screen to confirm auto-tuning. If you installed then click Next. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-13 Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. 3. The system automatically detects the CPU fan type. 4. Click Next then click...
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2.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-15
2.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Z97-K R2.0 2-15