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...Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) unique features Windows® 8.1 ...control* 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors for detecting the type of CPU fan installed and switches to change without notice. xii Z97M-PLUS specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors / jumpers / buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support Form ...
...Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) unique features Windows® 8.1 ...control* 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors for detecting the type of CPU fan installed and switches to change without notice. xii Z97M-PLUS specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors / jumpers / buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support Form ...
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...TXD GND RTS RI Chapter 1 Z97M-PLUS Z97M-PLUS Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. • These connectors are based on the operating system's setting. 3. 2. We recommend you to install the related driver to connect a USB 3.0 ...to 5Gbps, faster charging time for a serial (COM) port. Z97M-PLUS 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+ GND Z97M-PLUS USB3.0 Front panel connector • The USB 3.0 module is ...
...TXD GND RTS RI Chapter 1 Z97M-PLUS Z97M-PLUS Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. • These connectors are based on the operating system's setting. 3. 2. We recommend you to install the related driver to connect a USB 3.0 ...to 5Gbps, faster charging time for a serial (COM) port. Z97M-PLUS 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+ GND Z97M-PLUS USB3.0 Front panel connector • The USB 3.0 module is ...
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... that increases storage performance on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Aggressive LPM Support...priority is designed for LPM (link power management) support with a better energy saving conditions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 3-35 SATA6G_6) These items allow you want to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). Pcie Nand Configuration [Auto] This item allows...
... that increases storage performance on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Aggressive LPM Support...priority is designed for LPM (link power management) support with a better energy saving conditions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 3-35 SATA6G_6) These items allow you want to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). Pcie Nand Configuration [Auto] This item allows...
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... when you want to be displayed during POST. [Disabled] Disables the ROM messages and displays only the ASUS logo during POST. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from Network Devices [Legacy OPROM first] Allows you to select the type of .... [Enabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices for the key to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 3-49 Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] This item allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by...
... when you want to be displayed during POST. [Disabled] Disables the ROM messages and displays only the ASUS logo during POST. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from Network Devices [Legacy OPROM first] Allows you to select the type of .... [Enabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices for the key to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] Chapter 3 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 3-49 Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] This item allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by...
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... file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. • UEFI executable files include UEFI boot devices, drivers and applications. Doing so may expose the system to security threats. Append Default db Select Yes to append the system default db or select... Signature database) lists the forbidden images of UEFI applications, operating system loaders, and UEFI drivers that are no longer trusted and cannot be updated in the operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 3-51 Load Default KEK Select Yes to load the system default KEK or select No to...
... file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. • UEFI executable files include UEFI boot devices, drivers and applications. Doing so may expose the system to security threats. Append Default db Select Yes to append the system default db or select... Signature database) lists the forbidden images of UEFI applications, operating system loaders, and UEFI drivers that are no longer trusted and cannot be updated in the operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 3-51 Load Default KEK Select Yes to load the system default KEK or select No to...
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... stacks. If one drive to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation. If you have to a second drive. Use of three identical hard disk drives for this setup. Chapter 5 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 5-1 The RAID 5 configuration is data striping and... data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data) having to section 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk for this setup. Refer to be of both data and ...
... stacks. If one drive to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation. If you have to a second drive. Use of three identical hard disk drives for this setup. Chapter 5 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 5-1 The RAID 5 configuration is data striping and... data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data) having to section 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk for this setup. Refer to be of both data and ...
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... optical drive as the primary boot device. 4. When the Make Disk menu appears, press to exit? (Y/N): 2. Chapter 5 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 5-7 The following warning message appears: [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to create a RAID driver disk. 7. Press during POST to complete the process. Insert the support DVD into the USB floppy disk drive...
... optical drive as the primary boot device. 4. When the Make Disk menu appears, press to exit? (Y/N): 2. Chapter 5 ASUS Z97M-PLUS 5-7 The following warning message appears: [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to create a RAID driver disk. 7. Press during POST to complete the process. Insert the support DVD into the USB floppy disk drive...
