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  • Page 1 Z87-DELUXE/ QUAD...
  • 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD specifications summary ............ix Package contents ..................... xiv Installation tools and components ................xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 with 4-Way Optimization ....1-2 1.1.3...
  • Page 4 3.6.10 Network Stack ................3-41 Monitor menu ................... 3-42 Boot menu ....................3-45 Tools menu ....................3-51 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-51 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-51 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-52 3.10 Exit menu ....................3-53 3.11...
  • Page 5 Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ....5-3 ® Creating a RAID driver disk............... 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ........5-7 ® 5.2.2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation ..5-8 ® Appendices Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-5...

  • 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: Z87-Deluxe/Quad Specifications Summary

    Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 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 - Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming and front panel jack- retasking - Optical S/PDIF out ports at rear I/O Intel Z87 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 ® Boost - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear panel (blue)
  • Page 11 - Disk Unlocker - AI Suite 3 - Anti Surge - MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS O.C. Tuner...
  • Page 12 Rear Panel I/O Ports 2 x Thunderbolt™ 2 ports 1 x HDMI port 2 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! SMA antenna ports (2T2R) (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 2 x LAN (RJ45) ports (1 x Intel LAN) ®...
  • Page 13 SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE ASUS NFC Express 1 x ASUS NFC Express box with 2 extra USB 3.0 ports 1 x ASUS NFC Express tag ASUS NFC Express utility Support DVD contents...

  • Page 14: Package Contents

    • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The 2-in1 ASUS Q-connector kit is for retailer version only. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.

  • Page 15: 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 17: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    3D graphics, multimedia and Internet applications. Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support This motherboard features the most powerful Intel Z87 platform that optimizes PCIe ® allocation in multi-GPU SLI and CrossFireX™ solution, giving you a brand-new gaming enjoyment. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 18: Dual Intelligent Processors 4 With 4-Way Optimization

    TPU (Turbo Processing Unit), offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring mechanisms through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions in your ASUS AI Suite 3 utility. EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the world’s first real-time system power-saving chip, automatically detects the current system load and intelligently moderates power usage.

  • Page 19: Asus Exclusive Features

    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 20: Asus Quiet Thermal Solution

    The heatsink design also lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give you an extremely silent and cooling experience with its elegant appearance.

  • Page 21: Other Special Features

    ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to one module, eliminating the hassle of plugging one cable at a time and making the connection quick and accurate.

  • Page 22: 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 23: Motherboard Layout

    1.2.2 Motherboard layout 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 24: Layout Contents

    Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-38 2. LGA1150 CPU socket 3. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin 1-36 CPU_OPT, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4 ) 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-10 5. MemOK! button 1-21 1-34 6.

  • Page 25: 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 26: System Memory

    (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. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 240-pin DDR3 DIMM socket Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-10...

  • Page 27: Memory Configurations

    Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/ C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 1-11...
  • Page 28 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 3200 (O.C.) MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size Timing Voltage Brand AVEXIR AVD3UH32001304G-4CI(XMP) 16GB( 4x 4GB) 13-15-15-36 1.65V • • • G.SKILL F3-3200C12Q-16GTXDG(XMP) 16GB (4x 4GB) 12-15-15-35 1.65V...
  • Page 29 Chip Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Timing Voltage Brand G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4G (2x 2GB) 7-10-10-28 1.65 • • GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • • GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 8GB (2x 4GB) 9-11-9-28 1.65 • • ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 1-13...
  • Page 30 DDR3 2133 (O.C.) MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip No. Timing Voltage Brand A-DATA AX3U2133XC4G10(XMP) 10-11-11-30 1.65 • • • A-DATA AX3U2133XW8G10(XMP) 10-11-11-30 1.65 • • • Apacer 78.BAGE4.AFD0C(XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-24 • • •...
  • Page 31 12GB (3x4GB) DS 1.65 • • K3/12GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3 6GB (3x2GB) 1.65 • • K3/6GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX16009CD3 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-27 1.65 • • • K2/8GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX16C10B1 16GB (2x8GB) DS • • • K2/16X(XMP) (continued on the next page) ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 1-15...
  • Page 32 DDR3 1600 (O.C.) MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip No. Timing Voltage Brand KINGTIGER KTG2G1600P • • • G3(XMP) Micron MT16JTF1G64 Micron D9QBJ • • • AZ-1G6E1 Micron MT8JTF51264 Micron D9QBJ • • • AZ-1G6E1 Mushkin 996805(XMP)
  • 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 1-17...

  • 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. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot...
  • Page 35 – – shared ® Intel EHCI 2 shared – – – – – – – ® HD Audio – – – – – – shared – Thunderbolt™ 2 ports shared – – – – – – – ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 1-19...

  • Page 36: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Power on button Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...
  • Page 37 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 1-21...
  • Page 38 <Delete> key during POST. It also allows you to turn on or turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during boot-up. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD DirectKey button Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button. • When the system is on and you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut down.
  • Page 39 (BLCK) and the CPU ratio for a more enhanced performance. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD TPU switch • The TPU LED (TPU_LED) near the TPU switch lights up when the TPU switch is enabled. Refer to section 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the TPU LED.
  • Page 40 Enable this switch when the system is powered off. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD EPU switch • The EPU LED (OLED2) near the EPU switch lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. Refer to section 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the EPU LED.
  • Page 41 Clear CMOS button Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD CLR_CMOS button ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 1-25...

  • Page 42: Onboard Leds

    LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD CPU/DRAM/ BOOT_DEVICE/VGA LED TPU LED The TPU LED lights up when the TPU switch is enabled. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD TPU LEDs Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-26...
  • Page 43 EPU LED The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD EPU LED Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 4-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details.
  • Page 44 Q-Code table Code Description Not used Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode loading System Agent initialization after microcode loading PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization 0C –...
  • Page 45 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset (continued on the next page) ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 1-29...
  • Page 46 Code Description USB Detect USB Enable 9E – 9F Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
  • Page 47 System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in PIC mode. System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 1-31...

  • Page 48: Internal Connectors

    ® chipset. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Intel SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial • ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].
  • Page 49 ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD ASMedia SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode. • These SATA ports are for data drives only.
  • Page 50 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. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD USB3.0 connector • The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • These connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows...
  • Page 51 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, dark brown) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 52 Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Fan connectors • 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. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-36...
  • Page 53 HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Analog front panel 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.
  • Page 54 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • 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. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 55: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) 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 56 A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD Z87-DELUXE/QUAD TPM connector DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function.

  • Page 57: 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 58 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Z87-DELUXE/QUAD DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 59: 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 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 60: 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 61 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 62: Dimm Installation

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

  • Page 63: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 64: Sata Device Connection

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

  • Page 65: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 66: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Basic installation 2-10...

  • Page 67: 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 68: 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. Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 69: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    USB 3.0 ports E34 support ASUS USB BIOS Flashback button USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. Optical S/PDIF Out port USB 3.0 ports 5-6, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+. Intel LAN (RJ-45) port** USB 3.0 ports E12, support ASUS USB...
  • Page 70 • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI mode 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 71: Audio I/O Connections

    – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray – – – Side Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 2-15...
  • Page 72 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic installation 2-16...

  • Page 73: 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 2-17...

  • Page 74: 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 75: 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 76: 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, press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>, POST continues with its routines.

  • Page 77: 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 78: 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 79: 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 80: 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 81: 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 82: 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 83: 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...
  • Page 84 The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [XMP]. eXtreme Memory Profile Allows you to select the XMP mode supported by your memory module. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [Profile #2] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance. [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows you to set to default core ratio settings.
  • Page 85 Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU Graphics Ratio or manually set a value for an optimal CPU Graphics Ratio. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the CPU graphics ratio. The minimum value depends on the installed CPU. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-11...

  • Page 86: Dram Timing Control

    OC Tuner [As Is] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the CPU/DRAM frequency, CPU voltage, and DRAM voltage for enhancing the system performance and accelerates the CPU graphics performance to the extreme according to the integrated graphics loading. Configuration options: [As Is] [Ratio Only] [BCLK First] EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.
  • Page 87 DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D1 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-13...
  • Page 88 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] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] Third Timings tRDRD [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] –...
  • Page 89 Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Scrambler Setting [Optimized (ASUS)] 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 90 The following items appear only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to [Auto]. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] Enable the VRM Spread Spectrum to enhance system stability. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Active Frequency Mode [Disabled] Enable the Active Frequency Mode for an enhanced power saving condition.

  • Page 91: Cpu Power Management

    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. CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and their features.
  • Page 92 Turbo Mode Parameters Long Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to limit the Turbo Ratio’s time duration that exceeds the TDP (Thermal Design Power) for maximum performance. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1W to 4096W. Package Power Time Window [Auto] Also known as Power Limit 1, and allows you to maintain the time window for Turbo Ratio over TDP (Thermal Design Power).
  • Page 93 Power Saving Level 3 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 30A at 1Amp increment. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-19...
  • Page 94 Extreme Over-voltage [Disabled] Disable this item to help protect the CPU from being burned by Over-voltage. When you enable this item, you can choose a high level voltage to overclock, but will not guarantee the CPU life. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Fully Manual Mode [Disabled] Allows you to adjust CPU related voltages.
  • Page 95 CPU Graphics 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-21...
  • Page 96 The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Adaptive Mode]. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to increase the voltage for Turbo Mode CPU Graphics. By default, this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU. You can use the <+>...
  • Page 97 VTTDDR Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the termination voltage for the system memory. You can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.6000V to 1.0000V with a 0.0125V interval. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-23...
  • Page 98 DRAM CTRL REF Voltage [Auto] This item is the DRAM reference voltage for the control lines from the memory bus. You can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.0050x interval.

  • Page 99: Advanced Menu

    The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-25...

  • Page 100: Cpu Configuration

    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. 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.
  • Page 101 The system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to automatically set the processor cores to run faster than the base frequency when operating below power, current and temperature specification limit. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-27...
  • Page 102 CPU C States Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C states. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the CPU C States to [Enabled]. Enhanced C1 state [Enabled] Allows your processor to reduce power when the system is in idle mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system.

  • Page 103: Pch Configuration

    0 minute (immediately) to 120 minutes. Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled] The system automatically goes into sleep mode when the partition size is not enough for the Intel Rapid Start Technology to work. ® Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-29...

  • Page 104: Intel Smart Connect Technology

    Active Memory Threshold [0] This item supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology when the partition size is greater than the Active Page Threshold size. When set to zero (0), it will go to Auto mode and checks if the partition size is enough at S3 entry. Ensure that the caching partition size is larger than the total memory size.

  • Page 105: Sata Configuration

    Set to [RAID] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Aggressive LPM Support [Auto] Allows you to enable the PCH to aggressively enter link power state. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-31...

  • Page 106: System Agent Configuration

    S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 - SATA6G_6 [Yellow]) These items appear only when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [AHCI] or [RAID], and allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support.

  • Page 107: Dmi Configuration

    Allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] Memory Configuration Allows you to configure the memory configuration parameters. Memory Remap [Enabled] Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-33...

  • Page 108: Intel (R) Thunderbolt

    3.6.5 Intel (R) Thunderbolt Security Level [Unique ID] Allows you to choose a security level for the Thunderbolt ports. Configuration options: [Legacy mode] [Unique ID] [DP++ only] Wake From Thunderbolt Devices [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the wake-up system from Thunderbolt devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Thunderbolt PCIe Cache-line Size [32] Allows you to set a cache-line size value to be configured on Thunderbolt PCIe subtree.
  • Page 109 PCIe device. You can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. TBT Host Chip’s NVM version [17] Allows you to set a value to be used for 4C 2port in IO resource workaround. You can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-35...

  • Page 110: Usb Configuration

    3.6.6 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program.

  • Page 111: Platform Misc Configuration

    The following item appears only when you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to [Enabled]. Native ASPM [Disabled] [Enabled] Vista controls the ASPM support for the device. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-37...

  • Page 112: Onboard Devices Configuration

    3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. The following items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio...
  • Page 113 Intel PXE Option ROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the PXE Option ROM of the Intel LAN controller. ® Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-39...

  • Page 114: Apm

    3.6.9 ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled (S4+S5] [Enabled (S5)] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into ON state after an AC power loss.

  • Page 115: Network Stack

    This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] 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] ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-41...

  • Page 116: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures.
  • Page 117 0% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Chassis Q-Fan Control 1/4 [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-43...
  • Page 118 Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1/4 [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan 1/4 Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature.

  • Page 119: Boot Menu

    Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-45...
  • Page 120 Hardware Fast Boot [Disabled] Allows the system to enable or disable the HW Fast Boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DirectKey [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the DirectKey button. The system will only power on or off when you press the DirectKey button. [Enabled] Allows the system to power on and go to the BIOS Setup directly when you press the DirectKey button.
  • Page 121 [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices [Legacy OpROM first] Allows you to select the type of PCI-E/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-47...

  • Page 122: Secure Boot

    Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect ® the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. OS Type [Windows UEFI] [Windows UEFI Allows you to select your installed operating system. Execute Mode] the Microsoft Secure Boot check.
  • Page 123 Delete the dbx Allows you to delete the dbx file from your system. Load dbx from File Allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-49...

  • Page 124: Boot Option Priorities

    ® 8 not supported). • 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. Click an item to start booting from the selected device.

  • Page 125: 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 126: Asus Spd Information

    • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-52...

  • Page 127: 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 128: 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 129: Asus Ez Flash 2

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

  • Page 130: 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 131: Asus Bios Updater

    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 132 At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. D:\>bupdater /pc /g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2013/02/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: Z87-DELUXE/QUAD BOARD: UNKNOWN VER: 0204 UNKNOWN VER: DATE: 01/01/2012...
  • Page 133 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 3-59...
  • Page 134 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-60...

  • Page 135: Chapter 4: Software Support

    Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click Run ASSETUP.EXE. If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or tap \\bin\ASSETUP.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...
  • Page 136 RAID/AHCI driver disk. Click the Contact The Utilities tab to display the menu shows the ASUS contact applications and information. other software that the motherboard supports. Click an icon...

  • Page 137: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files. Acrobat ® 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 138: 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 Ensure that you have an Administrator account before installing AI Suite 3 in Windows ®...
  • Page 139 Launching AI Suite 3 Windows 7 OS ® From the Desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. You can also launch AI Suite in Windows 7 by clicking on the Notification area.
  • Page 140 Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user manual may vary depending on the motherboard model. • 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 141: 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 142: 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 143 Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click from the Save to: field, select the USB flash drive, then click Download. After the download is complete, click OK. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 144: 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+ To launch Ai Charger+, click or tap the on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Ai Charger+.

  • Page 145: Ez Update

    AI Suite 3 main menu, then select EZ Update. 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 4-11...

  • Page 146: 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 the on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Network iControl.
  • Page 147 Tick to assign Click or tap a schedule of to set the your network program as programs to High, Normal, avoid network or Low priority congestions Select a program from this list and click add to your network profile ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 4-13...

  • Page 148: Usb Charger

    2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user manual for more details. • The USB Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. • The USB Charger+ may not recognize some ASUS devices due to a special design. Chapter 4: Software support 4-14...

  • Page 149: System Information

    System Information. Viewing the motherboard information From the System Information screen, click MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. Viewing the CPU information From the System Information screen, click CPU tab to view the processor’s information. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 4-15...

  • Page 150: Audio Configurations

    Viewing the SPD information From the System Information screen, click SPD tab to view the memory’s information. 4.3.9 Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio ® experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability.
  • Page 151 Configuration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) settings Set default device button Control settings panel Analog and digital connector status This version of Realtek HD Audio Manager supports Intel 8 Series motherboards and other ® selected models. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD 4-17...
  • Page 152 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 153: 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 154: 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 155: 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...
  • Page 156 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 157 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 Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...
  • Page 158 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 159: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Select 32bit or 64bit folder depending on your operating system. Copy the files of the selected folder to the root path of your USB storage device. To set up a Windows UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to load the UEFI ® driver for your optical drive. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 160: Installing The Raid Driver During Windows ® Os Installation

    5.2.2 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® installation To install the RAID driver for Windows ® During the OS installation, click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation media containing the RAID driver. Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive, and then click Browse.

  • Page 161: Appendices

    The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS Z87-DELUXE/QUAD...

  • Page 162: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 163: Rf Equipment Notices

    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 164 Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NCC: Taiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement KC (RF Equipment) Appendices...

  • Page 165: 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...
  • Page 166 Appendices...

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