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Z97M-PK
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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE Version:1.0 Z97M-PK ® 40-012-EU4105...
  • Page 2 Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern- ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 3 Chapter 5 ® Storage Manager RAID Intel Matrix Storage Manager Configurations. RAID Configurations Chapter 6  page 75 Describes AMD Crossfire AMD CrossFireX Technology Technology. Support  Chapter 7 page 77 Provides basic trouble Trouble Shooting shooting tips. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    About the Setup Utility................29 The Standard Configuration............29 Entering the Setup Utility............29 Resetting the Default CMOS Values........30 Using BIOS....................30 BIOS Navigation Keys..............31 Main Menu..................32 Advanced Menu................33 Chipset Menu................44 M.I.B III(MB Intelligent Bios III) Menu........52 Security Menu................60 Boot Menu..................61 Exit Menu..................62 Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 5 Auto-installing under Windows 7/8/8.1..........65 ..Running Setup..............65 Manual Installation................67 ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)........67 Chapter 5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID Configuration Before creating a RAID set..............69 Entering Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS utility..70 Creating a RAID set................71...

  • Page 6: Introducing The Motherboard

    Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the Z97M-PK motherboard. This motherboard is a high per- formance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1150 socket ® for Intel and 5 Generation Core Family processors. ® This motherboard is based on Intel Z97 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    Rapid Storage Technology 12 ® - Intel Smart Response Technology* ® - Intel Rapid Start Technology* Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list. *SSDS, multiple HDDs required. ® Chipset • Intel Z97 Chipset Memory •...
  • Page 8 Supports 3 Independent Dispaly • Supports Multi-Language • Supports AC’97/HD Audio auto detect (default) AP Support • Supports eBLU* /eDLU/eSF* /Cyberlink Note: Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required. Form Factor • Micro ATX Size, 244mm x 220mm Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 9: Motherboard Components

    Motherboard Components Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 10 PCI Express Gen2 x4 slot 21. F_AUDIO1 Front panel audio header 22. PCI1 32-bit add-on card slot 23. PCIE1 PCI Express Gen2 x1 slot 24. PCIEX16 PCI Express Gen3 x16 slot for graphics interface 25. ATX12V1 4-pin +12V power connector Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 11: I/O Ports

    A: Center & Woofer D: Line-in B: Back Surround E: Front Out C: Side Surround F: Mic_in Rear The above port definition can be changed to audio input or audio output by changing the driver utility setting. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 12: Installing The Motherboard

    Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws. Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 13: Checking Jumper Settings

    The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 14: Installing Hardware

    Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open position. Grasp the edge of the package substrate. Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your bottom-left side. Aim at the socket and place the package carefully into the socket by purely vertical motion. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 15 Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically. Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 16: Installing The Cpu Cooler

    B. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. And make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan connector. C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 17: Installing Memory Modules

    The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM. The four DDR3 memory sockets (DDR3_1, DDR3_2, DDR3_3 and DDR3_4) are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel A: DDR3_1, DDR3_2 Channel B: DDR3_3, DDR3_4 Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 18 1. For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users give priority to the white DIMMs (DDR3_2/DDR3_4) when installing DIMMs. 2. We suggest users not to mix memory type. It is recommended to use the same brand and type memory on this motherboard. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 19: Installing Add-On Cards

    If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually configure the card before installation. Recommend add_on card configuration PCIEX16 Slots Model PCIEX16 PCIEX16_S SPEC PCI-E Gen.3 Running x16 mode PCI-E Gen.2 Running x4 mode Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 20 Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card: Install the VGA Card in the PCIE X16 slot Install the LAN Card in the PCIE X1 slot Install the LAN Card in the PCI slot Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 21: Connecting Optional Devices

    2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: Components Components USB3F CASE ME_UNLOCK SPDIFO1 SATA_1/2 CIR1 SATA3~6 F_USB1~3 F_AUDIO1 Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 22 A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang- 2. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 23 SATA1~6 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s device, simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Paral- lel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 24 A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang- 7. TPM: Trusted Platform Module header Trusted platform module (TPM) is a published specification detailing a microcontroller that can store secured information, and implementations of that specification. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 25 This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices. 9. SPDIFO1: SPDIF out header This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 26 10. CIR1: Consumer Infrared Header 11. COM: Onboard serial port header Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your system. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 27 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of “ Disabled Front Panel Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Disabled Front Panel Detect ” . * For reference only Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 28 If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Using Front Jack Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Using Front Jack Detect ”. * For reference only Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 29: Installing A Sata Hard Drive

    Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard. Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive. Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other end to the power supply. * For reference only Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 30: Connecting Case Components

    2-4-7. Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: Components Components SYS_FAN F_PANEL CPU_FAN ATX_POWER ATX_12V1 Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 31 Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A ~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V. 3. ATX_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector) & 6. ATX12V1 (ATX 12V Power Connector) Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V1. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 32: Front Panel Header

    4-pin power cable 4. F_PANEL: Front Panel Header The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information: Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 33 After receiving a power on/off signal, at least two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal. 5. SPK: Speaker header Connect the case speaker cable to SPK. This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 34: Using Bios

    When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines. POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines are completed, the following message appears: Press DEL to enter SETUP Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 35: Resetting The Default Cmos Values

    Wrong” message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data at factory by the manufacturer. You simply need to Load Default Settings to reset the default CMOS values. Note: Changes to system hardware such as different CPU, memories, etc. may also trigger this message. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 36: Using Bios

    BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture’s website for updated manual. 2. In this Gui BIOS, you can operate by mouse or keyboard. Click : select item; Double click: enter; Right click: exit. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 37: Main Menu

    The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 38: Advanced Menu

    F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable Onboard LAN controller. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 39 If you choose Silent mode, the fan speed will be auto restricted to make system more quietly. If you choose Manual mode, the fan speed will be adjust depending on users’ parameters. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 40 CPU & DIMM voltage, CPU & System fan speed...etc. • CPU Temperature (DTS) • System Temperature • CPU Fan Speed • System Fan Speed • Core Voltage • DIMM Voltage • +12V • • +3.3V Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 41 EUP Function (Enabled) This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support. Power LED Type (Dual Color LED) This item shows the type of the Power LED. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 42 F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit ACPI Sleep State [S3(Suspend to RAM)] This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) Sleep State (default). Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 43 Use this item to control the number of active processor cores. Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled) Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit, you can enables this item to prevent the system from “rebooting” when trying to install Windows NT 4.0. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 44 Package C State limit (AUTO) Use this item to set the package C state limit. Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable the Enhanced C1 state. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 45 On an edge detect from 0 to 1, the PCH starts a COMRESET initialization sequence to the device. External SATA (Disabled) Use this item to enable/disable External SATA Support. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 46 All USB Devices (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices. Legacy USB Support (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 47 TPM Active Status (Deactivated) This item displays the TPM status to be activated or not. TPM Owner Status (Unowned) This item displays the TPM status to be owned or not. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 48 /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit ISCT Configuration (Disabled) Use this item to enable or disable ISCT configuration. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 49: Chipset Menu

    PCH Configuration Parameters. ME Configuration : Select Screen   /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 50 This item allows you to enable or disable the IGD Multi-Monitor. CPU SA Audio Device (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the CPU SA Audio device. Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 51 Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics devices under Windows 7/8. Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information, please refer to chapter 4.)
  • Page 52  : Select Screen  CPU SA Audio Device Enabled /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 53 Extend desktop to this display You must select Apply before making additional changes. Disconnect this display Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? Cancel Apply Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 54 Multiple displays: Extend desktop to this display You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? Cancel Apply Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 55 This item enables or disables the warning if the case is opened up, and the item below indicates the current status of the case. Chassis Opened (No) This item indicates whether the case has been opened. Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 56 F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit ME Control (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable the ME Firmware. ME FW Version (9.1.2.1010) This item shows the ME FW version. Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 57: Mb Intelligent Bios Iii) Menu

    PEG/DMI Ratio 1.00 LCPLL or SBPLL select LCPLL CPU Ratio (32) This item allows users to control non turbo CPU ratio. Package Current Lock (Disabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the package current lock. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 58 PEG/DMI Ratio (1.00) This item shows the informtion of the PEG/DMI Ratio. LCPLL or SBPLL select (LCPLL) This item shows the informtion of the ICC clocking mode. Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. III Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 59 Auto Enter/Dbl Click : Select tPRPDEN Auto +/- : Change Opt. OdtReadDelay Auto F1: General Help tCKE Auto F2: Previous Values tCCD Auto F3: Optimized Defaults tWPRE Auto F4: Save & Exit tRPRE Auto ESC/Right Click: Exit Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 60 HORI can not be enabled at the same time. DLL Weak Lock Support (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the DLL weak lock support. Mc Lock (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable capacity to lock MC registers or not. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 61 BIOS is in countrol of DDR CKE mode and idle timer value. PCODE: pcode will manage the modes. Refresh 2x Support (Disabled) This item allows you to enable or disable 2xRef when warm and Hot 2-iMC enables 2xRef when Hot. Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. III Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 62 F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Graphics Core Ratio Limit (22) This item allows you to control the internal GFX core ratio. Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B. III Menu page. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 63 This item allows you to adjust the processor input voltage. Vdroop (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable the Vdroop. CPU/RING/GT Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) (0) This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/GT Adaptive voltage target from 0 to 2000mV. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 64 This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer. Processor Speed (2000 MHz) This item shows the CPU speed. Memory Frequency (1333 MHz) This item shows the memory frequency. Total Memory (4096 MB (DDR3)) This item shows the total memory. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 65: Security Menu

    Secure Boot state (Not Active) This item allows you to enable or disable the secure boot state. Secure Boot (Disabled) This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in User Mode. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 66: Boot Menu

    Use this item to select boot mode. Set Boot Priority This item enables you to set boot priority for all boot devices. Boot Option #1 /2 /3 /4 /5 /6 /7 These items show the boot priorities. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 67: Exit Menu

    Discard Changes This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made. Restore Defaults This item enables you to restore defaults to all the setup options. Boot Override Use this item to select the boot device. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 68: Updating The Bios

    BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically. This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software supplied with the motherboard. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
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  • Page 70: Using The Motherboard Software

    Click Setup. The installation program begins: The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing. The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 71 Windows 8/8.1 will show the following screen after system restart, you must select “Desktop” in the bottom left to install the next driver. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 72: Manual Installation

    ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility) ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes your computing more easily and conveniently. These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software.
  • Page 73 Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers. eBLU ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check-mark. Click”install” button to install. Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.

  • Page 74: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Raid Configuration

    External SATA Disabled Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. SATA Port6 F1: General Help Not Present F2: Previous Values Spin Up Device Disabled F3: Optimized Defaults External SATA Disabled F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 75: Entering Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Raid Bios Utility

    6. Exit DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Devices: ID Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status (Vol ID) 2 WDC WD2001FASS-0 WD-WMAUR0083571 1.8TB Non-RAID Disk 3 SAMSUNG HD203WI S1UYJ1BZ203313 1.8TB Non-RAID Disk [ ]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 76: Creating A Raid Set

    Capacity. The default value indicates the maximum capacity using the selected disks. Entering a lower capacity allows you to create a second volume on these disks. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0 RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe) Disks: Select Disks Strip Size: 128KB Capacity: 931.5 Create Volume Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...
  • Page 77 RAID 1 (Mirror) is set to provide the data backup. If you want to set RAID 0, you need to set the 2nd Boot Device item in the BIOS to Intel Volume0. See section “Advanced Setup” for details. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 78: Deleting A Raid Set

    Are you sure you want to delete “Volume0”? (Y/N): Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID. WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED. [ ]Select [ESC]-Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume Pressing <Y> deletes all the data in the HDDs. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 79: Resetting Disks To Non-Raid

    <Enter> to exit the Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS utility. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press <Y> to confirm; otherwise, press ® <N> to return to the Intel Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 80: Requirements

    2. Connect the cable from your monitors to the CrossFireX ready graphics card installed on the PCIE16X slot. Monitor Cable * For reference only 3. Connect an auxiliary power source from the power supply to the graphics cards. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 81: The Catalyst Tm Control Center Dialog Box

    The Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box To enable CrossFireX • Install AMD graphic card driver. • Enter the Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box. • check the “Enable CrossFireX ” item. • Click Apply button. Z97M-PK USER MANUAL...

  • Page 82: Trouble Shooting

    Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information: http:// www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.aspx?MenulD=49& childid=M 49&LanlD=0 a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.

  • Page 83: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use

    5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal component. Please log onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/ Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information. Maintenance and care tips Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance.
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