Asus Z97I-PLUS Dokumentacja

MotherboardZ97I-PLUS

xAudioRealtek® ALC892 7.1-channel high denition audio CODEC with ASUS Audio Feature- Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound de

3-48Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]This item allows your system to wait for the <F1> key to be pressed when error

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-49Chapter 3Secure BootAllows you to congure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthori

3-50Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Delete KEKAllows you to delete the KEK from your system. Once the KEK is deleted, the db and the dbx cannot be updat

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-51Chapter 3Append Default dbx Select Yes to append the system default dbx or select No to append a downloaded additional dbx from a US

3-52Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Tool menuThe Tool menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-53Chapter 3Load from ProfileThis item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the prole number

3-54Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or disc

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-55Chapter 33.11 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compati

3-56Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-57Chapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.• DO NOT shut

xiASUS unique featuresInteractive HomeCloud ASUS HomeCloud Server ASUS Wi-Fi GO!- Wi-Fi GO! function: Cloud GO!, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard an

3-58Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.11.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. The screen captures use

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-59Chapter 34. When the booting message appears, press <Enter> within ve (5) seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt.Updating the BIOS

3-60Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 35. Select Yes then press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. 6. Resta

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-1Chapter 4Software support4Chapter 4: Software support4.1 Installing an operating system• Thismotherboardsupports32-bit/64-bitW

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software guidesThesoftwareguidesareincludedinthesupportDVD.Followtheinstruction

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-3Chapter 4Thescreenshotsinthissectionareforreferenceonly.TheactualsoftwareguidescontaininginthesupportDVDvarybymod

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4ToinstallAISuite3onyourcomputer:Windows® 7 OS1. PlacetheSupportDVDintotheopticaldrive.2. Int

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-5Chapter 4Launching AI Suite 3Windows® 7 OSFromtheDesktop,clickortapStart > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Su

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4AI Suite 3 main menu bar• ThescreenshotsofAISuite3inthisuserguideareforreferenceonly.Theactual

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-7Chapter 43CPU Current CapabilityCPUCurrentCapabilityprovideswidertotalpowerrangeforoverclocking.Ahighervaluebringsawi

xiiZ97I-PLUS specifications summaryBack Panel I/O Ports1 x PS/2 mouse / keyboard combo port1 x HDMI port1 x DVI-I port1 x D-Sub port1 x DisplayPort1 x

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4• WhenyouenableConguredMaxCPUPowerforadvancedenergysavingcondition,theCPUfrequencymaydisplay

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-9Chapter 44.4.3 TurboV EVOASUSTurboVEVOallowsyoutomanuallyadjusttheCPUfrequency,CPUCacheandCorefrequencies,andrelate

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4GPU BoostClick to undo all the changesClick to apply all the changesClick to load the saved profileClick to sa

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-11Chapter 4Customizing the fan settingsSmart ModeSmartModeallowsyoutocustomizethefans’rotationspeedsandresponsivenessbased

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4.5 USB 3.0 BoostUSB3.0BoosttechnologysupportsUASP(USBAttachedSCSIProtocol)thatautomaticallyspe

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-13Chapter 44.4.6 EZ UpdateEZUpdateisautilitythatallowsyoutoautomaticallyupdateyourmotherboard’ssoftwares,driversandth

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4.7 USB BIOS FlashbackUSBBIOSFlashbackallowsyoutocheckandsavethelatestBIOSversiontoaUSBstor

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-15Chapter 4Downloading the latest BIOSBeforeyoustartdownloading,ensurethatyouhaveinstalledtheUSBstoragedevicetoyourcomp

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4.8 USB Charger+USBCharger+allowsyoutoquick-chargeyourportableUSBdevicesevenifyourcomputeris

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-17Chapter 44.4.9 Push NoticeThisutilityallowsyougetthedetailedstatusofyoursystemtoyoursmartdevice.Youcanalsosendme

xiii• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.• The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual product speci

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Setting up PC Mode alerts of your computerThisfeatureallowsyoutorestart,shutdown,orputyourcomputer

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-19Chapter 4Viewing your computer status on your smart deviceTapPush NoticeonyoursmartdevicetolaunchPushNotice.Sending message

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4.10 System InformationThisutilityallowsyougetthedetailedinformationofthemotherboard,CPU,andme

ASUS Z97I-PLUS4-21Chapter 44.4.11 VersionThisutilitydisplaystheversioninformationoftheutilitiesintegratedinAISuite3.Launching VersionTol

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.5 Audio configurationsTheRealtek®audioCODECprovides7.1-channelaudiocapabilitytodelivertheultimat

ASUS Z97I-PLUS5-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID configurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions:• Intel® Rapid Storage Tech

5-2Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal perf

ASUS Z97I-PLUS5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility:1.

5-4Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and pres

ASUS Z97I-PLUS5-5Chapter 55. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected

xivInstallation tools and components1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriverPC chassis Power supply unitIntel® LGA1150 CPU Intel® LGA1150 compatibl

5-6Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Deleting a RAID setBe cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS Z97I-PLUS5-7Chapter 5Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo exit the utility:1. From the utility main menu, select 5.

5-8Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®:1. Start Windows®.2.

ASUS Z97I-PLUSA-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation i

A-2AppendicesAppendicesCanadian Department of Communications StatementThis digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissi

ASUS Z97I-PLUSA-3AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-289

A-4AppendicesAppendicesEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU,

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-1Chapter 1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsLGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation, New 4th Generation

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1M.2 SupportThis motherboard features the M.2 slot, which shares bandwidth with PCI Express x2 slot to speed

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-3Chapter 1GPU BoostGPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates exible frequency adjustment

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal SolutionASUS Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solutionThe stylish heatsink featur

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-5Chapter 1HDMI SupportHigh Denition Multimedia Surface (HDMI) is a set of digital video standards that delivers mulit-channel audio a

iiE9272First EditionApril 2014Copyright© 2014 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this guide, including the products and software des

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2 Motherboard overview1.2.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-7Chapter 1Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and intern

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots/LEDsPage1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CH

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-9Chapter 1Recommended memory configurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Me

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Memory configurationsYou may install 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM soc

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-11Chapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physi

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.6 HeadersClear CMOS header (2-pin CLRTC)This header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-13Chapter 11.2.7 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.8 Onboard LEDs2. DRAM LEDDRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-15Chapter 11.2.9 Internal connectors1. Intel® Z97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-4)These connectors connect to Serial

iiiContentsSafety information ... viAbout this guid

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 13. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12)This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for addition

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-17Chapter 15. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2)Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the mot

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I

ASUS Z97I-PLUS1-19Chapter 1• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specicatio

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• SystempowerLED(2-pin+PWR_LED-)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis

ASUS Z97I-PLUS2-1Chapter 2Basic installation22.1 Building your PC system2.1.1 Motherboard installationThe diagrams in this section are for reference

2-2Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 24. Install the ASUS Q-shield to the chassis rear I/O panel.5. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensur

ASUS Z97I-PLUS2-3Chapter 2Z97I-PLUS6. Place four screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.DO NOT overtight

2-4Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 27. Connect the Wi-Fi antenna cable to the Wi-Fi module properly.

ASUS Z97I-PLUS2-5Chapter 22.1.2 CPU installationEnsure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU design

ivChapter 3: BIOS setup3.1 Knowing BIOS ...3-13.2 BIOS set

2-6Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and

ASUS Z97I-PLUS2-7Chapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly

2-8Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.4 DIMM installationTo remove a DIMM

ASUS Z97I-PLUS2-9Chapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connectionOR OR

2-10Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.6 SATA device connectionOR

ASUS Z97I-PLUS2-11Chapter 22.1.7 Front I/O ConnectorTo install the system panel connectorUSB 2.0AAFPTo install USB 2.0 connector To install front pan

2-12Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.8 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cards

ASUS Z97I-PLUS2-13Chapter 22.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.2.1 Rear I/O connection* and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for L

2-14Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2• ThepluggedUSB3.0devicemayrunonxHCImodeorEHCImode,dependingontheoperating system’s setting

ASUS Z97I-PLUS2-15Chapter 2Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel Speakers2.2.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O

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2-16Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel Speakers

ASUS Z97I-PLUS2-17Chapter 22.3 Starting up for the first time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all

2-18Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-1Chapter 3BIOS setup33.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, of

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navi

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an over

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settin

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-5Chapter 3Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system se

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Quick Note (F9)This button above the menu bar allows you to key in notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-7Chapter 33.2.3 QFan ControlThe QFan Control allows you to set a fan prole or manually congure the operating speed of your CPU and

viSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating th

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Configuring fans manuallySelect Manual from the list of proles to manually congure your fans’ operating speed.To co

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-9Chapter 33.2.4 EZ Tuning WizardEZ Tuning Wizard allows you to overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Creating RAIDTo create RAID:1. Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-11Chapter 33.3 My FavoritesMyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items.

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Adding items to My FavoritesTo add BIOS items:1. Press <F3> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen t

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-13Chapter 33.4 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provid

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passw

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-15Chapter 33.5 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changing th

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3BCLK Frequency [Auto]This item allows you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to enhance the system performance.

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-17Chapter 3Min. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto]This item allows you to set the minimum possible ratio on the Uncore part of the processor. Use

viiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gu

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM Timing ControlThe subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> or

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-19Chapter 3RTL IOL controlDRAM RTL Initial Value [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D0) [Auto]Conguration

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3tWRRD_dr [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15]tWRRD_dd [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15]tWRWR [A

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-21Chapter 3Skew ControlChanging subitems in this menu may enhance the DRAM overclocking capability and stability. Transmitter Rising S

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Power Phase Control [Auto]This item allows you to set the power phase control of the CPU. Conguration options:

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-23Chapter 3The following item appears only when you set the DRAM Switching Frequency to [Manual].Fixed DRAM Switching Frequency (KHz)

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Internal Power Switching FrequencyFrequency Tuning Mode [Auto]This item allows you to increase or decrease the s

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-25Chapter 3Power Fast Ramp Response [Auto]This item allows you to enhance the response of the CPU voltage regulator during the load tr

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Adaptive Mode].Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-27Chapter 3CPU Cache Voltage OffsetAllows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset. By default, this item takes the standard value of t

viiiConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this guide.DAN

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Adaptive Mode].Additional Turbo Mode CPU G

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-29Chapter 3The following item appears only when you set SVID Support to [Enabled].SVID Voltage Override [Auto]This item allows you to

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Be c

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-31Chapter 3Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled]This item allows you to protect the CPU by decreasing its frequency as it reaches t

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]Execute Disable prevents certain classes of malicious buffer overow attacks when combi

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-33Chapter 3CPU states [Auto]This item allows you to set the power saving of the CPU states. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [E

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.2 PCH ConfigurationIntel Rapid Start Technology [Disabled]This item allows you to enable or disable Intel® Rapi

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-35Chapter 33.6.3 PCH Storage ConfigurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Aggressive LPM Support [Disabled]This item is designed for LPM (link power management) support with a better energy

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-37Chapter 3CPU Graphics Memory [Auto]Allows you to set the system memory size allocated to DVMT 5.0 used by the CPU graphics. Congura

ixZ97I-PLUS specifications summaryCPULGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation, New 4th Generation and 5th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i

3-38Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.5 USB ConfigurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The Mass Storage Devices

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-39Chapter 33.6.6 Platform Misc ConfigurationThe items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features.PCIE Native Po

3-40Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3PEG ASPM Support [Disabled]This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the AS

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-41Chapter 3Wi-Fi Controller [Enabled]This item allows you to enable or disable the WiFi controller. Conguration options: [Disabled] [

3-42Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off][Power On] The system goes into ON state after an AC power loss.[Power Off] The s

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-43Chapter 33.7 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings.S

3-44Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3The following items appear only when you set the CPU Q-Fan Control item to [Auto], [PWM mode] or [DC mode].CPU Fan S

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-45Chapter 3Chassis Fan 1/2 Q-Fan Source [CPU]The assigned fan will be controlled according to the selected temperature source. Congur

3-46Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Scroll down to display the other BIOS

ASUS Z97I-PLUS3-47Chapter 3PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto]Select any of these settings when PS/2 keyboard and mouse are installed. These settin