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  • Page 1 Z87I-PRO...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii Z87I-PRO specifications summary ................ix Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive Features ............1-2 1.1.3...
  • Page 4 3.6.9 Network Stack ................3-38 Monitor menu ................... 3-39 Boot menu ....................3-42 Tools menu ....................3-48 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-48 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-48 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-49 3.10 Exit menu ....................3-50 3.11...
  • Page 5 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ....5-7 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ........5-8 ® 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation ..5-8 ® Appendices Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-3...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

  • Page 9: Z87I-Pro Specifications Summary

    Z87I-PRO specifications summary LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel Core™ i7/Intel ® ® Core™ i5/ Intel Core™ i3, Pentium , and Celeron® processors ® ® Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* ® * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU ®...
  • Page 10 - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at the back panel ASUS DIGI+VRM ASUS unique features - ASUS Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for CPU - Industry leading digital 12+2 Phase Power Design - ASUS DIGI+ VRM utility ASUS DRAM Fuse...
  • Page 11 - AI Suite 3 - Anti Surge - MemOK! ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download sccheduling - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS O.C. Tuner...
  • Page 12 Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x DVI-I 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 2 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! SMA antenna ports (2T2R) (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS) 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x Clear CMOS button...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items ASUS Z87I-PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield antenna (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n compliant) 1 x ASUS Q-Cable •...

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA1150 CPU Intel LGA1150 compatible CPU Fan ® ® DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Smart Response Technology ® Intel Smart Response Technology, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, ® reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD (requires 18.6 GB available space) as a cache for frequently accessed data or applications.

  • Page 16: Asus Exclusive Features

    Wi-Fi GO! ASUS Wi-Fi GO! leads the way to a more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS Wi-Fi GO!, you can wirelessly stream media files to DLNA devices, remotely control and access your computer using your smart device and easily transfer files between your computer and smart device.

  • Page 17: Usb Charger

    (PSU). Ai Charger+ ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to a new level of USB3.0 fast charging experience. With its easy and user-friendly interface, you can easily charge iPod, iPhone, iPad, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as before.

  • Page 18: Asus Ez Diy

    EMI (Electronic Magnetic Interference). ASUS Q-cable ASUS Q-cable is a unique extension cable that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cable in a small chassis, making the connection quick and accurate.

  • Page 19: Dts Connect

    The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

  • Page 20: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

  • Page 21: Motherboard Layout

    USB3_34_E12 LAN_USB3_12 INTEL I217-V 64Mb BIOS SPDIF_OUT USB3_56 WLAN AAFP Lithium Cell CMOS Power AUDIO 1150 USB910 PCIEX16 Refer to 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 22: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.

  • Page 23: System Memory

    The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Z87I-PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 24: Memory Configurations

    (D/ C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. Z87I-PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 3000 (O.C.) MHz capability...
  • Page 25 Brand KINGSTON KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 1.65V • • (2x 2GB) DDR3 2200 MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size Timing Voltage Brand GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 9-10-9-28 1.65V • • GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 9-11-9-28 1.65V • • ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-11...
  • Page 26 DDR3 2133 MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage Brand G.SKILL F3-17000CL11Q2- 11-11- 1.5V • • 64GBZLD(XMP) 11-31 G.SKILL F3-2133C11 11-11- 1.5V • • Q-32GZL(XMP) 11-31 GEIL GE34GB2133 9-9-9-28 1.65V • • C9DC(XMP) GEIL GU34GB2133...
  • Page 27 1.5V • • D3P1K2/8G (2x4GB) KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3 1.65V • • K2/8GX(XMP) (2x4GB) KINGSTON KHX18C10T3K4/32X 1.5V • • ADATA AX3U1866XW8G10 16GB 10-11-10-30 1.5V • • (2x8GB) Team TLD34G1866H9KBK 9-11-9-27 1.5V • • Team TLD38G1866HC10SBK 10-11-10-30 1.5V • • ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-13...
  • Page 28 DDR3 1600 MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip No. Timing Voltage Brand APACER 4GB UNB PC3-12 APACER AM5D6008 • • 800 CL11 BQQSCK Apacer 78.B1GE3.9L10C Apacer AM5D5908 • • KZZC DEQSCK APACER 8GB UNB PC3-12 APACER AM5D6008 •...
  • Page 29 • • K3/6GX(XMP) (3x2GB) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3 1.65V • • K3/6GX(XMP) (3x2GB) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1B 9-9-9-27 1.65V • • K3/6GX(XMP) (3x2GB) KINGSTON KHX1600C9 1.5V • • D3P1K2/8G (2x4GB) KINGSTON KHX16C10B1 1.5V • • K2/16X(XMP) (continued on the next page) ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-15...
  • Page 30 DDR3 1600 MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Chip Vendors Part No. Size Chip No. Timing Voltage Brand KINGSTON KHX16C9P1 1.5V • • K2/16(XMP) MICRON MT8JTF5126 MICRON D9QBJ • • 4AZ-1G6E1 MICRON MT16JTF1G6 MICRON D9QBJ • • 4AZ-1G6E1 AL9F8L9 XHP284 •...
  • Page 31 • KL9 NEES FGNX-26A KINGMAX FLFF65F-C8 KINGMAX KFC8FNLX 1.5V • • KL9 NEES F-DXX-15A KINGMAX FLFF65F-C8 KINGMAX KFC8FNMX 1.5V • • KM9 NEES F-BXX-15A KINGSTON KVR1333D3S8N9/ Micron IID77 D9LGK 1.5V • • (continued on the next page) ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-17...
  • Page 32 DDR3 1333 MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage KINGSTON KVR1333D3 ELPIDA J2108BCS 1.5V • • S8N9/2G-SP E-DJ-F KINGSTON KVR1333 ELPIDA J1108BF 1.5V • • D3N9/2G BG-DJ-F KINGSTON KVR1333D3 D1288JEM 1.5V •...
  • Page 33 ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-19...

  • Page 34: Expansion Slots

    1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. PCIEX16 Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0 x16 slot IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIe x16 Shared Shared Shared Shared SMBUS Controller...

  • Page 35: Onboard Button

    BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-21...

  • Page 36: Post State Leds

    This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. SPDIF_OUT Z87I-PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 37 PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition Z87I-PRO Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition or an AC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD] or [AC97].
  • Page 38 USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. USB3_56 Z87I-PRO USB3.0 Front panel connector • The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. •...
  • Page 39 USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 48 MBps connection speed. USB910 PIN 1 Z87I-PRO USB2.0 connector DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! • The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
  • Page 40 Ensure that the CPU fan is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 41 The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS Z87I-PRO 1-27...

  • Page 42: System Panel Connector (10-1 Pin Panel)

    HDD_LED- PLED- HDD_LED+ PLED+ PIN 1 Z87I-PRO System panel connector Q-Cable • System power LED (2-pin PWR LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

  • Page 43: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’...
  • Page 44 Place four screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 45: Cpu Installation

    2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA155 and LGA1156 socket on the LGA1150 socket. ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 46: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic installation...
  • Page 47 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 48: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 49: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 50: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 51: Front I/O Connectors

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connectors To install system panel connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 52: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 53: Wi-Fi Antenna Installation

    2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2T2R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. IO Shield • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.

  • Page 54: Bios Update Utility

    • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12...

  • Page 55: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n Clear CMOS button Bluetooth V4.0/3.0 + HS*** USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback. *, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi module LEDs, LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions.
  • Page 56 • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system’s setting. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

  • Page 57: Audio I/O Connections

    Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Front Speaker Out Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center Lime (Front panel) Side Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-15...
  • Page 58 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 59: Starting Up For The First Time

    If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. ASUS Z87I-PRO 2-17...

  • Page 60: Turning Off The Computer

    BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory detected short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure...

  • Page 61: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 62: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: •...

  • Page 63: Ez Mode

    • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 64: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. Menu bar General help Back button...

  • Page 65: Menu Items

    This button allows you to enter notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 66: My Favorites

    Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add.

  • Page 67: Main Menu

    RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default [Not Installed]. After you set a password, these items show [Installed]. ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 68: Administrator Password

    Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 69: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. ASUS Z87I-PRO...
  • Page 70 The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [X.M.P.]. eXtreme Memory Profile Allows you to select the X.M.P. mode supported by your memory module. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [Profile #2] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-defined memory frequency mode.
  • Page 71 The ratio is set to the optimized settings. [100:133] The ratio is set to 100:133. [100:100] The ratio is set to 100:100. DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM operating frequency. The configuration options vary with the BCLK/PEG Frequency item settings. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-11...

  • Page 72: Dram Timing Control

    Max. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] [Auto] Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU Graphics Ratio depending on the system loading. [Manual] Allows you to manually configure the CPU Graphics Ratio for optimal performance. The ratio may vary depending on the system loading. OC Tuner [As Is] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance and accelerates the iGPU performance to the extreme...
  • Page 73 DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-13...
  • Page 74 DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D1 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1D1 [Auto]...
  • Page 75 Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Scrambler Setting [Optimized ...] Allows you to set the optimized scrambler setting for stability. Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS] [Default (MRC)] DIGI+ Power Control CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU power voltage.
  • Page 76 The following item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to [Manual]. CPU Fixed Frequency [300] This item allows you to set a fixed CPU Voltage frequency. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 300kHz to 500kHz with a 50kHz interval.
  • Page 77 <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 300kHz to 500kHz with a 50kHz interval. DRAM Power Phase Control [Auto] [Auto] Allows you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the full phase mode. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-17...

  • Page 78: Cpu Power Management

    CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and their features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency, resulting to a decreased average power consumption and decreased average heat production.
  • Page 79 [12.5%] [0%] [-12.5%] [-25.0%] [-37.5%] [-50.0%] [-62.5%] [-75.0%] [-87.5%] [-100%] Power Fast Ramp Response [Auto] Allows you to increase to enhance the response of the voltage regulator during the load transient. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [1.50] ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-19...
  • Page 80 CPU Internal Power Saving Control Power Saving Level 1 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. Higher value provides better power-saving condition.Use <+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0A to 80A at 1Amp increment. Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential.
  • Page 81 <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. Total Adaptive Mode CPU Cache Voltage [Auto] This item sums up the voltages of the CPU Cache Voltage offset and Additional Turbo Mode CPU Cache Voltage options. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-21...
  • Page 82 CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] Allows you to configure the voltage amount for the integrated graphics processing unit (iGPU). Increase the voltage when setting a high iGPU frequency value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual]. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Graphics Voltage override.
  • Page 83 The values range from 1.185V to 1.8V with a 0.005V interval. ® According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend that you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-23...
  • Page 84 PCH VLX Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the I/O voltage on the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). You can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.185V to 2.135V with a 0.005V interval. PCH Core Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Core voltage for the PCH (Platform Controller Hub).

  • Page 85: Advanced Menu

    Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-25...
  • Page 86 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. Hyper-threading [Enabled] Allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors, allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processes simultaneously. [Enabled] Allows two threads per activated core.

  • Page 87: Cpu Power Management Configuration

    Allows you to set the duration of C7 latency for C7 state. Configuration options: [Short] [Long] Package C State Support [Auto] Allows you to set the a C-state according to the following configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [CPU C7] [CPU C7s] ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-27...

  • Page 88: Pch Configuration

    3.6.2 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration Allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to control the ASPM (Active State Power Management) on both Northbridge side and Southbridge side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to set the ASPM level.

  • Page 89: Sata Configuration

    While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-29...
  • Page 90 SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface).

  • Page 91: System Agent Configuration

    Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable the iGPU Multi-Monitor. The iGPU shared system memory size will be fixed at 64MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-31...

  • Page 92: Dmi Configuration

    DMI Configuration Allows you to control various DMI (Desktop Management Interface) functions. DMI Gen 2 [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen 2. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] NB PCIe Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings. PCIEX16 Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to configure the PCIEX16 speed.

  • Page 93: Usb Configuration

    Allows the system to detect the devices according to their media formats. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CD-ROM] USB Single Port Control Allows you to enable or disable the individual USB port. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-33...

  • Page 94: Platform Misc Configuration

    3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform-related features. PCI Express Native Power Management [Disabled] Allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Express and perform ASPM operations in the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to [Enabled].

  • Page 95: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to an SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to an HDMI audio output. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-35...
  • Page 96 Wi-Fi Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable/disable the onboard Wi-Fi controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Bluetooth Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable/disable the onboard Bluetooth controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller (USB3_E12) [Enabled] Allows you to enable/disable the Asmedia USB 3.0 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable/disable the Asmedia USB 3.0 battery charging support.

  • Page 97: Apm

    Realtek LAN device or other installed PCIE LAN devices.. Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/ Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-37...

  • Page 98: Network Stack

    3.6.9 Network Stack Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 99: Monitor Menu

    N/A. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Input Voltage (VCCIN), 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select [Ignore] if you do not want to detect this item. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-39...
  • Page 100 CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan operating mode. [Advance Detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the Mode] mode control. When a 3-pin CPU fan is installed, select this mode for the DC mode Q-Fan control.
  • Page 101 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Anti Surge Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-41...

  • Page 102: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabled].
  • Page 103 Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1> key to be pressed when error occurs. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-43...
  • Page 104 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] Allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by the option ROMs.

  • Page 105: Secure Boot

    Secure Boot keys will not be active. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load PK from File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-45...
  • Page 106 KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). ® Delete the KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load KEK from File Allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device.

  • Page 107: Boot Option Priorities

    Press <F5> when ASUS Logo appears. • Press <F8> after POST. • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.

  • Page 108: Tools Menu

    3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 109: Asus Spd Information

    We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Load/Save CMOS Profile from/to USB Drive Allows you to load/save CMOS profile from/to USB drive. 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-49...

  • Page 110: Exit Menu

    This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of...

  • Page 111: Updating Bios

    DVD and a USB flash disk drive. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities.

  • Page 112: Asus Ez Flash 2

    3.11.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 113: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at http://support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 114: Asus Bios Updater

    3.11.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
  • Page 115 Press <Tab> to switch between screen fields and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS file and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update. Are you sure to update BIOS? ASUS Z87I-PRO 3-55...
  • Page 116 Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your computer. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS.

  • Page 117: Chapter 4: Software Support

    Support DVD information The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

  • Page 118: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    Acrobat Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files. ® To read about your motherboard’s utility guide: Click Manual tab > ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide. From the Manual folder, open the folder of the software manual that you wish to read.

  • Page 119: Software Information

    4.3.1 AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite 3 To install AI Suite 3 on your computer: Place the support DVD to the optical drive.
  • Page 120 The screeshots of AI Suite 3 in this user manual are for reference only. The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 121: Usb 3.0 Boost

    • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. • Use the USB 3.0 devices for high performance. The data transfer speed varies with USB devices.

  • Page 122: Usb Bios Flashback Wizard

    4.3.3 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback Wizard allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. USB BIOS Flashback Wizard screen Set a schedule for Current BIOS...
  • Page 123 After the utility detects a new BIOS, click from the Save to: field, select the USB flash drive, then click Download. 06/01/2013 Z87I-PRO 06/13/2013 After the download is complete, click OK. ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 124: Ai Charger

    4.3.4 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. Launching Ai Charger+ on the top-right corner of the menu, then click Ai To launch Ai Charger+, click or tap Charger+ on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.

  • Page 125: Ez Update

    Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. EZ Update screen Click to automatically update your motherboard’s driver, software and firmware Click to select a Click to update Click to search and boot logo the BIOS select the BIOS file ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 126: Network Icontrol

    4.3.6 Network iControl Network iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage your network bandwidth and set the bandwidth priority for your running programs. Launching Network iControl To launch Network iControl, click or tap on the top-right corner of the menu, then click Network iControl on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.

  • Page 127: Usb Charger

    2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user manual for more details. • The USB Charger+ does not support USB hubs and USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. • The USB Charger+ may not recognize some ASUS devices due to a special design. ASUS Z87I-PRO 4-11...

  • Page 128: System Information

    System Information on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Viewing the motherboard information From the System Information screen, click MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. Z87I-PRO Viewing the CPU information From the System Information screen, click CPU tab to view the processor’s information.

  • Page 129: Audio Configurations

    If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the ® Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar. Double-click on ® the icon to display the Realtek HD Audio Manager. ® Realtek HD Audio Manager ® ASUS Z87I-PRO 4-13...
  • Page 130 Realtek HD Audio Manager with DTS UltraPC II for Windows ® ® Windows ® Advanced Configuration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) settings Set default device Control settings panel Analog and digital connector status This version of Realtek HD Audio Manager supports Intel 8 Series motherboards and other ®...
  • Page 131 Analog and digital connector status • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. • To play Blu-Ray™ disc, make sure to use an HDCP compliant monitor.
  • Page 132 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 133: Chapter 5: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 134: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 135: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. ASUS Z87I-PRO...
  • Page 136 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0...
  • Page 137 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS Z87I-PRO...
  • Page 138 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name...

  • Page 139: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Save changes and exit BIOS. When the Make Disk menu appears, press <1> to create a RAID driver disk. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 140: Creating A Raid Driver Disk In Windows

    5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® Start Windows ® Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. Go to the Intel AHCI/RAID Driver menu then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver path to open the RAID driver folder.

  • Page 141: Appendices

    Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil. ASUS Z87I-PRO...

  • Page 142: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 143: Asus Contact Information

    +1-812-282-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...
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