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  • Page 1 H97-PLUS...
  • 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 ...................... iv About this guide ......................iv Package contents ....................... vi H97-PLUS specifications summary ................vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you proceed ..................1-1 Motherboard overview ................. 1-2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-4 System memory ................... 1-8 Expansion slots ..................

  • Page 4: 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 5: Conventions Used In 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 6: Package Contents

    Dual-channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules ® on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600 MHz.

  • Page 7: Usb3

    - ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.5x long lifespan with excellent durability - ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3x more durable corrosion-resistant coatin UEFI BIOS - Most advanced options with fast response time M.2 onboard...

  • Page 8: Usb3

    Push Notice - Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS quiet thermal...
  • Page 9 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS BIOS features 2.8, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note,...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. H97-PLUS SB_PWR H97-PLUS Onboard LED ASUS H97-PLUS...

  • Page 12: Motherboard Overview

    1.2.2 Screw holes Place six 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. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis H97-PLUS Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 13 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 DIGI +VRM EATX12V HDMI USB3_34 USB3_56 LAN_USB78 CHA_FAN1 AUDIO PCIEX1_1 8111GR PCIEX16_1 H97-PLUS BATTERY Intel ® 1083 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_2 Super 64Mb BIOS PCI1 SB_PWR PCI2 CLRTC SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 SPDIF_OUT USB910 USB1112 USB1314 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 PANEL AAFP ASUS H97-PLUS...

  • Page 14: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    10. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-20 11. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 1-19 12. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 1-19 13. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 1-15 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-17 15. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-17 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation, New 4th Generation and 5th Generation Intel Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, ® Pentium , Celeron processors. ® ® H97-PLUS H97-PLUS CPU socket LGA1150 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 15: Installing The Cpu

    • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. 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. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU ASUS H97-PLUS...

  • Page 16: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    1.3.2 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. Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 17 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS H97-PLUS...

  • Page 18: System Memory

    System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 H97-PLUS H97-PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB ® or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the...

  • Page 19: Installing A Dimm

    • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Refer to section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on XMP ® mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600 MHz. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To install a DIMM ASUS H97-PLUS...

  • Page 20: Expansion Slots

    To remove a DIMM Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).

  • Page 21: Pciex1

    – HD audio – – – – – – shared – SATA controller 1 – – – shared – – – – SATA controller 2 – – – shared – – – – XHCI controller – – – – – shared – – ASUS H97-PLUS 1-11...

  • Page 22: Jumpers

    CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. CLRTC H97-PLUS Normal Clear RTC (Default) H97-PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re- enter data.

  • Page 23: Connectors

    1Gbps connection (Blinking) LAN port Orange Ready to (Blinking then wake up from steady) S5 mode Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4.1, 5.1, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. ASUS H97-PLUS 1-13...
  • Page 24 Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Headset Port 4.1-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel 2.1-channel Light Blue (Rear Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out panel) Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center Pink (Front panel) – – – Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 7.1-channel audio output.

  • Page 25: Serial Port Connector (10-1 Pin Com)

    Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. PIN 1 H97-PLUS H97-PLUS Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, and 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

  • Page 26: Intel ® H97 Serial Ata 6.0 Gb/S Connectors (7-Pin Sata6G_1-6)

    H97 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel H97 ® ® chipset. H97-PLUS H97-PLUS SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 2.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. M.2 Socket 3 shares the bandwidth with SATA6G_5 and SATA6G_6 ports. To ensure that the M.2 PCIe device is working properly, SATA ports 5 and 6 are disabled. See section...

  • Page 27: Digital Audio Connector (4-1 Pin Spdif_Out)

    This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel HD audio I/O module. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 H97-PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition H97-PLUS 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 Audio] or [AC97]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 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.

  • Page 28: Atx Power Connectors (24-Pin Eatxpwr, 8-Pin Eatx12V)

    -5 Volts Power OK +5 Volts PIN 1 H97-PLUS PSON# +5 Volts +3 Volts -12 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 H97-PLUS ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

  • Page 29: Usb 2.0 Connectors (10-1 Pin Usb910, Usb1112, Usb1314)

    USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; USB1112; USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB910 USB1112 USB1314 H97-PLUS PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 H97-PLUS USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. PIN 1 H97-PLUS H97-PLUS TPM connector The TPM module is purchased separately.

  • Page 30: System Panel Connector (20-8 Pin Panel)

    PANEL +PWR_LED- SPEAKER PIN 1 H97-PLUS +HDD_LED- PWR_SW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply H97-PLUS System panel connector • 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 31: Usb 3.0 Connector (20-1 Pin Usb3_12)

    USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRX- IntA_P2_SSRX- IntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P2_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSTX- H97-PLUS IntA_P2_SSTX- IntA_P1_SSTX+ IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P1_D- IntA_P2_D- IntA_P1_D+ IntA_P2_D+ H97-PLUS USB3.0 Front panel connector • The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this connector. M.2 Socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. M.2 (SOCKET3) H97-PLUS H97-PLUS M.2 socket • This socket supports M Key and type 2260/2280 storage devices. • The M.2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_5 and SATA6G_6 ports. Refer to section 2.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration of this user guide for more details.

  • Page 32: Software Support

    ® ® (32/64bit) Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information. 1.8.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. 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. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which lists the unique features of your ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI/RAID Driver, Manual, Contact, and Specials tabs to display their respective menus. The following screen is for reference only. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run...

  • Page 33: Chapter 2: Bios Information

    Managing and updating your BIOS 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 utility.

  • Page 34: Asus Ez Flash

    2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port.

  • Page 35: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 36 ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB) Enter Setup When the booting message appears, press <Enter> within five (5) seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt.
  • Page 37 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failaure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for details. ASUS H97-PLUS...

  • Page 38: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. •...

  • Page 39: Ez Mode

    Click the button to manually Saves the changes Selects the boot tune the fans and resets the device priority system Loads optimized default settings The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑7...

  • Page 40: Advanced Mode

    2.2.2 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 EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press <F7>. Q-Fan control EZ Tuning Wizard...

  • Page 41: Menu Bar

    This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard’s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS H97-PLUS...

  • Page 42: Hot Keys

    Quick Note (F9) This button above the menu bar allows you to key in 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. •...

  • Page 43: Qfan Control

    Click to activate DC Click to activate to be configured Mode PWM Mode Select a profile to apply Click to apply to your fans the fan setting Click to undo Click to the changes go back to main menu ASUS H97-PLUS 2-11...

  • Page 44: Configuring Fans Manually

    Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Click to manually Speed points configure your fans To configure your fans: Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’...

  • Page 45: Ez Tuning Wizard

    Select the CPU fan type (Box cooler, Tower cooler, or Water cooler) that you installed then click Next. If you are not sure of the CPU fan type, click I’m not sure. The system automatically detects the CPU fan type. Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto‑tuning. ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑13...

  • Page 46: Creating Raid

    Creating RAID To create RAID: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Click RAID then click Next. • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel SATA connectors.

  • Page 47: My Favorites

    My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS H97-PLUS 2-15...
  • Page 48 Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: Press <F3> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open Setup Tree Map screen. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in MyFavorites screen.

  • Page 49: Main Menu

    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. ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑17...

  • Page 50: User Password

    To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>.

  • Page 51: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Selects the XMP mode supported by the memory module. 2.5.2 CPU Core Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores. Configuration options: [Auto] [Sync All Cores] [Per Core] ASUS H97-PLUS 2-19...
  • Page 52 When the CPU Core Ratio is set to [Sync All Cores] or [Per Core], the following items appear: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1‑Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2‑Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 2‑Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3‑Core Ratio Limit.

  • Page 53: Gpu Boost

    2.5.10 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this item to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the best energy saving condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.11...
  • Page 54 The following item appears only when you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) [250] This item allows you to set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Use the <+> and <‑> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 200KHz to 350KHz with a 50KHz interval.
  • Page 55 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Disable this item to prevent tripping the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when doing over‑voltage. We recommend you to disable this item when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑23...
  • Page 56 CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] This item allows you to improve the power rating when the CPU is in low power state, or make the FIVR (fully integrated voltage regulator work in high performance at all times.
  • Page 57 Allows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset. By default, this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU. You can use the <+> or <‑> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. ASUS H97-PLUS 2-25...
  • Page 58 2.5.17 CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU graphics voltage. Increase the graphics voltage when increasing the iGPU frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode]. [Adaptive Mode] is available for some specific CPU types. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set the CPU graphics voltage override.
  • Page 59 This item 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 1.1850V to 2.1350V with a 0.0050V interval. ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑27...
  • Page 60 2.5.25 PCH Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the core voltage on the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). You can use the <+> or <‑> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.73500V to 1.50000V with a 0.00500V interval. The system may need better cooling system for a more stable performance under high voltage settings.

  • Page 61: Advanced Menu

    2), and EMTTM (Enhanced Multi‑threaded Thermal Monitoring). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS H97-PLUS 2-29...

  • Page 62: Cpu Power Management Configuration

    Active Processor Cores [All] This item allows you to select the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] For some CPU types, only [All] and [1] appear. Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this item allows the legacy OS to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.

  • Page 63: Pch Configuration

    Intel Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] ® Allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology. Configuration options: ® [Enabled] [Disabled] ® The following items appear only when you set the Intel Rapid Start Technology to [Enabled]. ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑31...

  • Page 64: Pch Storage Configuration

    Entry on S3 RTC Wake [Enabled] The system automatically wakes up and set to Rapid Start Technology S3 mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Entry After [0] This item allows you to set the RTC wake‑up timer at S3 entry. The time ranges from 0 minute (immediately) to 120 minutes.

  • Page 65: System Agent Configuration

    Allows you to select a primary display from CPU, PCIE and PCI graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] Allows you to select the primary display from CPU, PCIE and PCI graphics devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [CPU Graphics] [PCIE] [PCI] ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑33...

  • Page 66: Pciex16

    CPU Graphics Memory [Auto] Allows you to set the system memory size allocated to DVMT 5.0 used by the CPU graphics. Configuration options: [Auto] [32MB] [64MB] [96MB] [128MB] ~ [448MB] [480MB] [512MB] Render Standby [Auto] This item allows you to enable Intel Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU ®...

  • Page 67: Platform Misc Configuration

    This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management on both NB (NorthBridge) side and SB (SouthBridge) side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy‑saving conditions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] [Auto] ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑35...

  • Page 68: Pciex16

    ASPM to take effect. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PEG ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy‑saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [L1] [L0sL1] 2.6.7...

  • Page 69: Serial Port Configuration

    This item allows you to enable or disable the Wake‑on‑LAN function of the onboard LAN controller or other installed PCIe/PCI LAN cards. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By Ring [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables Ring to generate a wake event. ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑37...

  • Page 70: Network Stack Configuration

    Power On By RTC [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC (Real‑Time Clock) to generate a wake event and configure the RTC alarm date. When enabled, you can set the days, hours, minutes, or seconds to schedule an RTC alarm date. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.9 Network Stack Configuration...

  • Page 71: Bios

    CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q‑Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [100RPM] [200RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑39...
  • Page 72 CPU Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q‑Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature.
  • Page 73 This item allows your fans to run at 0% duty cycle when the temperature of the source drops below the lower temperature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.7.7 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS H97-PLUS 2-41...

  • Page 74: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. 2.8.1 Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enabled] Select to accelerate the boot speed. [Disabled] Select to go back to normal boot speed. SATA Support [All Devices] [All Devices] All devices connected to SATA ports are available during POST.
  • Page 75 This item allows you to enable or disable power‑on state of the NumLock. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.8.4 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS H97-PLUS 2‑43...
  • Page 76 Option ROM Messages [Enabled] [Enabled] The third‑party ROM messages will be displayed during POST. [Disabled] Disables the ROM messages and displays only the ASUS logo during POST. 2.8.6 Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] This item allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by the option ROMs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.8.7...

  • Page 77: Secure Boot

    Load Default PK Select Yes to load the system default PK or select No to load a downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time‑based authenticated variable. ASUS H97-PLUS 2-45...
  • Page 78 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 KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Once the KEK is deleted, the db and the dbx cannot be updated in the operating system.

  • Page 79: Boot Option Priorities

    OS in Safe Mode, press <F8 > after POST (Windows 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. 2.8.12 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 80: Tool Menu

    <Enter> to display the submenu. 2.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.9.2 Setup Animator [Enabled] Enables or disables the Setup animator.

  • Page 81: Exit Menu

    2.9.4 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot number [DIMM_A1] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot. Configuration options: [DIMM_A1] [DIMM_B1] [DIMM_A2] [DIMM_B2] 2.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
  • Page 82 2-50 Chapter 2: Getting started...

  • Page 83: 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. H97-PLUS...

  • Page 84: 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 85: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 General support +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555...
  • Page 86 Appendices...

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