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This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The
manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents
hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this
publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without
obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
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Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
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Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners
and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
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Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
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Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits
governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
system's manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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  • Page 1 Preface Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author. Version 1.0 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives: ...
  • Page 3 About the Manual The manual consists of the following:  page 1 Chapter 1 Describes features of the Introducing the Motherboard motherboard.  Chapter 2 Describes installation of page 7 Installing the Motherboard motherboard components.  Chapter 3 Provides information on page 27 using the BIOS Setup Utility.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction...................1 Pakage Contents................1 Specifications................2 Motherboard Components............4 I/O Ports....................6 Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions................7 Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis........7 Checking Jumper Settings..............8 Installing Hardware..............9 Installing the Processor.............9 Installing the CPU Cooler............11 Installing Memory Modules............12 Installing Add-on Cards............14 Connecting Optional Devices..........16...
  • Page 6 Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software Auto-installing under Windows 7/8/8.1........63 ..Running Setup..............63 Manual Installation................65 ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)........65 Chapter 5 AMD CrossFire Technology Support Requirements...................69 Installing CrossFire graphics cards........6 The Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box........70 To Enable CrossFire ..............70...

  • Page 7: Introducing The Motherboard

    Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the Z97-MACHINE motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1150 ® socket for 4 and 5 Generation Intel Core processors. ® ® ® ® ® This motherboard is based on Intel Z97 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    LGA1150 socket for 4 and 5 Generation Intel Core processors • Supports max CPU TDP 84W and MB TDP designs up to 125W Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list. ® Chipset • Intel Z97 Chipset Memory •...
  • Page 9 Suite* /Norton Anti Virus* /Muzee* /Sound Blaster Cinema2* /MAGIX* Note: Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required. Free bundle software including ECS DVD: Cyberlink Media Suite/Norton Anti Virus/Muzee/Sound Blaster Cinema2/MAGIX Form Factor • ATX Size, 305mm x 220mm Z97-MACHINE USER MANUAL...

  • Page 10: Motherboard Components

    Motherboard Components Z97-MACHINE USER MANUAL...
  • Page 11 Table of Motherboard Components LABEL COMPONENTS ® 1. CPU Socket LGA1150 socket for 4 and 5 Generation Intel Core processors 2. CPU_FAN1~2 4-pin CPU cooling fan connectors 3. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 Module slots 4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector 5.

  • Page 12: I/O Ports

    I/O Ports 1. PS/2 Combo port Use the PS/2 combo port to connect the PS/2 Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse. 2. USB 2.0 Ports Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices. 3. VGA Port Connect your monitor to the VGA port. 4.

  • Page 13: Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard 2-1. Safety Precautions Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard: • Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity. • Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard.

  • Page 14: Checking Jumper Settings

    2-3. Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”.

  • Page 15: Installing Hardware

    2-4. Installing Hardware 2-4-1. Installing the Processor • This motherboard has an LGA1150 socket. • When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory.
  • Page 16 D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically. Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed.

  • Page 17: Installing The Cpu Cooler

    2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler • Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket. • Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.

  • Page 18: Installing Memory Modules

    2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules • This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support four 240-pin DDR3 3000+(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600/1333 MHz. • Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges.
  • Page 19 Recommend memory configuration Sockets Model DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 1 DIMM Populated 1 DIMM Populated 2 DIMMs Populated Populated 3 DIMMs Populated Populated Populated 3 DIMMs Populated Populated Populated 4 DIMMs Populated Populated Populated Populated Due to Intel CPU spec definition, please follow the table above for recommended memory configuration.

  • Page 20: Installing Add-On Cards

    2-4-4. Installing Add-on Cards The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.
  • Page 21 Follow these instructions to install an add-on card: Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use. Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot. Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.

  • Page 22: Connecting Optional Devices

    2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: Components Components USB3F F_USB SATA3_1~4 F_AUDIO CASE SPDIFO Z97-MACHINE USER MANUAL...
  • Page 23 1. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate. Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indi- cated above.
  • Page 24 3. CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS. 4. F_USB: Front Panel USB 2.0 header The motherboard has one USB 2.0 header supporting two USB 2.0 ports. Additionally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case.
  • Page 25 5. F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented mi- crophone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by default. If you want connect an AC’ 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers, please set as below picture.
  • Page 26 If you use AC’ 97 Front Panel, please don’ t tick off “Using Front Jack Detect ”. If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please tick off the option of “Using Front Jack Detect ”. * For reference only 6. SPDIFO: SPDIF out header This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector.

  • Page 27: Installing A Sata Hard Drive

    2-4-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive. About SATA Connectors Your motherboard features four SATA connectors supporting a total of four drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs.

  • Page 28: Connecting Case Components

    2-4-7. Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: Components Components CPU_FAN1~2 ATX_POWER SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN3 PWR_FAN F_PANEL ATX12V SYS_FAN2 Z97-MACHINE USER MANUAL...
  • Page 29 1 & 3 & 5 & 7 & 8 CPU_FAN1~2(CPU cooling FAN Connectors) SYS_FAN1~3 ( System Cooling FAN Connectors) PWR_FAN (Power Cooling FAN Connector) Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN. Connect the power cooling fan connector to PWR_FAN.
  • Page 30 Connecting 24-pin power cable The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply. With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX match perfectly. 24-pin power cable Connecting 8-pin power cable The ATX12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.

  • Page 31: Front Panel Header

    4. F_PANEL: Front Panel Header The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information: Hard Drive Activity LED Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive.
  • Page 32 6. SPK: Speaker header Connect the case speaker cable to SPK. This concludes Chapter 2. The next chapter covers the BIOS. Z97-MACHINE USER MANUAL...

  • Page 33: Using Bios

    Chapter 3 Using BIOS About the Setup Utility The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc. ” BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS. The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system’s con- figuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters.

  • Page 34: Resetting The Default Cmos Values

    Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility. Resetting the Default CMOS Values When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a “CMOS Settings Wrong” message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data at factory by the manufacturer.

  • Page 35: Using Bios

    Using BIOS When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options.

  • Page 36: Main Menu

    Language Select the language icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse to display the screen. Then you can choose the language: English, Traditional Chinese, Simple Chinese, Russian, Korean, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese. Default Select the default icon and press <Enter>...

  • Page 37: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit LAN Configuration LAN Configuration PC Health Status Parameters Power Management Setup ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration : Select Screen ...

  • Page 38: Lan Configuration

    LAN Configuration The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit LAN Configuration Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN Controller Onboard LAN Controller Enabled : Select Screen   /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.

  • Page 39: Pc Health Status

    PC Health Status On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit PC Health Status Smart Fan Function CPU Temperature (DTS) System Temperature CPU Fan 1 Speed 3308 RPM CPU Fan 2 Speed...
  • Page 40 Smart Fan Select (CPU Fan 1) This item allows you to change and configure Smart Fans on M/B. ex. CPU Fan1, CPU Fan 2, System Fan 1. Smart Fan Mode (Normal) This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a better operation environment.

  • Page 41: Power Management Setup

    Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit About Resume by Ring Power Management Setup Resume By RING Disabled Resume By PME Disabled Wake on LAN Disabled : Select Screen ...

  • Page 42: Acpi Settings

    EUP Function (Enabled) This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support. Power LED Type (Dual Color LED) This item shows the type of the Power LED. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. ACPI Settings The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.

  • Page 43: Cpu Configuration

    CPU Configuration The item in the menu shows the CPU. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit CPU Configuration Number of cores to enable in each processor package. Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU G1840 @ 2.80GHz EM64T Supported Processor Speed 2800 MHz Processor Stepping 306c3 Microcode Revision...
  • Page 44 Execute Disable Bit (Enabled) This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propagation.

  • Page 45: Sata Configuration

    SATA Configuration Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit SATA Configuration Determines how SATA controller(s) operate. SATA Mode AHCI Mode SATA Port1 Not Present Spin Up Device Disabled External SATA Disabled...

  • Page 46: Usb Configuration

    USB Configuration Use this item to show the information of USB configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit USB Support Parameters USB Configuration All USB Devices Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled : Select Screen   /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.

  • Page 47: Intel Rapid Start Technology

    Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Disabled Enable or disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology. : Select Screen  ...
  • Page 48 Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I218-V - 88:88:88:88:87:88 Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I218-V - 88:88:88:88:87:88. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit PORT CONFIGURATION MENU Configuration Boot Protocol, Wake on LAN, Link Speed, and NIC Configuration VLAN.

  • Page 49: Chipset Menu

    Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit System Agent Configuration System Agent (SA) PCH Configuration Parameters. ME Configuration : Select Screen ...
  • Page 50 IGD Multi-Monitor (Disabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the IGD Multi-Monitor. CPU SA Audio Device (Enabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the CPU SA Audio device. Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page. Z97-MACHINE USER MANUAL...
  • Page 51 Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics devices under Windows 7/8/8.1. Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information, please refer to chapter 4.)
  • Page 52 Step 2. Install all the drivers of PCI-Express graphic cards. Click the Browse CD item, then appears the following screen. Select the driver you want to install(e.g NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS(Microsoft Corporation-WDDM v1.1)) and double click it. Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled].

  • Page 53: Display Devices

    Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7/8/8.1. 1. Enter the Control Panel menu, select the Display in the All Control Panel Items and click the Screen Resolution, then appears the following screen. Show the path of the setting location Display devices Search Control Panel Control Panel...
  • Page 54 Search Control Panel Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Change the apprearance of your displays Detect Identify Display: 4. AL1717 Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Multiple displays: Disconnect this display You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller...

  • Page 55: Pch Configuration

    PCH Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Select AC Power state when PCH Configuration Power is re-applied after a power failure. Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio...
  • Page 56  ME Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Management Engine Technology Configuration Enable/Disable ME Firmware ME Control Enabled ME FW Version 9.1.1.1000 : Select Screen ...

  • Page 57: Mb Intelligent Bios X) Menu

    M.I.B. X (MB Intelligent BIOS X) Menu This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system. Main Advanced Chipset...
  • Page 58 IA Core Current (Maximum) This item allows you to set IA Core Current Max. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology). Boot Performance mode (Max Non-Turbo Perfor...) Use this item to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before OS handoff. Disable OverClocking Lock (Enabled) This item allows you to control the OverClocking lock.

  • Page 59: Memory Configuration

     Memory Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Memory Information The selection of Memory Profiles which impacts Memory RC Version 1.7.1.0 memory sizing behavior. Memory Frequency 1333 Mhz Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3) Memory Profiles...

  • Page 60: North Bridge Configuration

     North Bridge Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Graphics Core Ratio Limit Intel Graphics Configuration Graphics Core Ratio Limit : Select Screen   /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
  • Page 61  Over Voltage Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit PCH Core Voltage 1.068 V Auto DIMM Voltage 1.512 V Auto Processor Input Voltage Auto Vdroop Enabled CPU Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) CPU Voltage Mode Adaptive CPU Voltage Offset(mV)
  • Page 62 CPU/RING/GT Adaptive Voltage Target(mV) (0) This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/Cache/GT Adaptive voltage target from 0 to 2000mV. CPU/RING/GT Voltage Mode (Adaptive) This item allows you to set the CPU/RING/Cache/GT voltage mode. CPU/RING/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD Voltage Offset(mV) (0) This item allows you to adjust the CPU/RING/Cache/GT/UNCORE/IOA/IOD voltage offset from -1000 to 998mV.
  • Page 63  Profile Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Select Profile to configure Profile Configuration Select Profiel : Select Screen   /Click: Select Item Restore last setting Disabled Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
  • Page 64 Spread Spectrum (Enabled) If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference) generated by the system. Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU G1840 @ 2.80GHz This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

  • Page 65: Security Menu

    Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Set Administrator Password Administrator Password Administrator Password Status Not Install User Password Status Not Install : Select Screen ...

  • Page 66: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Boot Configuration Windows 7 or other OS: Boot policy for Legacy OS. Operation System select Windows 7 or other OS Launch PXE OpROM Disabled Windows 8: Boot policy for...

  • Page 67: Exit Menu

    Exit Menu This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Back to EZ Mode Go back to EZ Mode Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset : Select Screen...

  • Page 68: Updating The Bios

    Updating the BIOS You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Website. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows: If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing.

  • Page 69: Using The Motherboard Software

    Click “Setup” Click the “ Utilities” button to select and button to select and software install ECS Intelligent installation program. Utility. Running Setup Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard: Click Setup. The installation program begins: The following screens are examples only.
  • Page 70 Click Next. The following screen appears: Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears: Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items. Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence.

  • Page 71: Manual Installation

    ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility) ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes your computing more easily and conveniently. These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software.
  • Page 72 Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers. eBLU ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check-mark. Click”install” button to install. Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
  • Page 73 ECS eOC Utility is a simple over-clocking tool that provides user-friendly windows operation interface for novices and over-clockers. Combining with ECS MIB X technology, eOC challenges the undiscovered over-clocking capability than ever before. Monitor Easy Tuning Advance Tuning Options Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
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  • Page 75: Amd Crossfire Tm Technology Support

    Chapter 5 AMD CrossFireX Technology Support This motherboard supports the AMD CrossFireX Technology that allows you to in- stall multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. Requirements Two identical CrossFireX ready graphic cards are needed for the setup of 2-way CrossFireX configuration.

  • Page 76: The Catalyst Tm Control Center Dialog Box

    The Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box To enable CrossFireX • Install AMD graphic card driver. • Enter the Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box. • check the “Enable CrossFireX ” item. • Click Apply button. Z97-MACHINE USER MANUAL...

  • Page 77: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Raid Configuration

    Chapter 6 Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology RAID Configuration ® The Intel Rapid Storage Technology allows you to configure RAID 0, and 1 sets on the external Serial ATA hard disk drives. Before creating a RAID set Prepare the following items: One SATA HDD.

  • Page 78: Entering Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Raid Bios Utility

    ® Enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology option to set up your RAID configuration. Create an Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology RAID driver disk for Windows ® OS installation. See section “Creating a RAID driver disk” for details. ® ® Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology RAID driver after the Windows OS had been installed.

  • Page 79: Creating A Raid Set

    Creating a RAID set ® In the main Intel Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu, highlight Create RAID Volume using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter>. Main Menu 1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Options 2. Delete RAID Volume 5.
  • Page 80 When done, press <Enter> to confirm the creation of the RAID set. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press <Y> to confirm; otherwise, press <N>. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM 11.0.0.1204 Copyright(C) 2003-07 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CREATE VOLUME MENU Name: Volume0 RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe)

  • Page 81: Deleting A Raid Set

    Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B. X Security Boot Exit Sets the system boot order Hard Disk Drive Priorities 1st Boot Intel volume0  : Select Screen  /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save &...

  • Page 82: Reseting Disks To Non-Raid

    Resetting disks to Non-RAID An HDD that has been previously configured as part of another RAID set in another platform is called a broken RAID HDD. When you install a broken RAID HDD, you cannot select this disk when configuring a RAID set through the Intel ®...

  • Page 83: Trouble Shooting

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

  • Page 84: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use

    5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal component. Please logo onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/ Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information. Maintenance and care tips Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance.
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  • Page 87: Post Code Checkpoints

    POST Code Checkpoints The POST code checkpoints are the largest set of checkpoints during the BIOS pre-boot process. The following table describes the type of checkpoints that may occur during the POST portion of the BIOS : Checkpoint Description 01-0F SEC Status Codes &...
  • Page 88 CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) initialization Post-Memory North Bridge initialization is started Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific) Post-Memory South Bridge initialization is started Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) Post-Memory South Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific)
  • Page 89 FB-FF Reserved for future AMI error codes Memory not Installed Memory was installed twice (InstallPeiMemory routine in PEI Core called twice) Recovery started DXEIPL was not found DXE Core Firmware Volume was not found Reset PPI is not available Recovery failed S3 Resume failed DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization...
  • Page 90 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) Ready To Boot event...

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