Asus Z97-A/USB Manuel d'utilisateur

MotherboardZ97-A/USB 3.1

xRear panel I/O ports1 x VGA port1 x Optical S/PDIF out port1 x Intel® LAN (RJ45) port4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (teal blue)8-chan

2-46Chapter 2: BIOS information2.7 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settin

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-472.7.4 CPU Core 0/3 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageThe onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage

2-48Chapter 2: BIOS informationCPU Fan Middle Duty Cycle(%) [20]Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the CPU fan middle duty cycle. The value

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-49Chassis Fan 1/4 Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100]Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. The va

2-50Chapter 2: BIOS information2.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.2.8.1 Fast Boot [Enabled][Disabled] Thi

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-51PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto]Select any of these settings when PS/2 keyboard and mouse are installed. These settings on

2-52Chapter 2: BIOS informationThe following items appear only when you set the Boot Logo Display to [Disabled].Post Report [5 sec]This item allows yo

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-53The following items appear only when you set the Launch CSM to [Enabled].Boot Devices Control [UEFI and Legacy OpROM]This item a

2-54Chapter 2: BIOS informationPK ManagementThe Platform Key (PK) locks and secures the rmware from any permissible changes. The system veries the P

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-55DBX ManagementThe dbx (Revoked Signature database) lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-11.2 Motherboard overviewBefore you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboar

2-56Chapter 2: BIOS information2.9 Tool menuThe Tool menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <En

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-572.9.4 ASUS DRAM SPD InformationThis item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information.2.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow y

2-58Chapter 2: BIOS information

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.1A-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operati

A-2AppendicesAppendicesIC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplieswiththeCanadianICES-003ClassBspecications.ThisdevicecomplieswithRSS210 o

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.1A-3AppendicesREACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framew

A-4AppendicesAppendicesPortuguês A AsusTek Inc. declara que este dispositivo está em conformidade com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições r

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.1A-5AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2

A-6AppendicesAppendicesEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU,

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionPlace this side towards the rear of the chassis1.2.3 Motherboard layout

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-31.2.4 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-292. Intel® LGA

1-4Chapter 1: Product introduction1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Gen

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-51.3.1 Installing the CPU

1-6Chapter 1: Product introduction1.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU be

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-7To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly1.4 System memory1.4.1 OverviewThis motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3

1-8Chapter 1: Product introduction1.4.2 Memory configurationsYou may install 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM s

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-9Z97-A/USB 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 3200 (O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip

iiE10107First EditionJanuary 2015Copyright © 2015 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softwar

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionDDR3 2800 (O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Op

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-11DDR3 2666 (O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4A

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4G.SKILL F3-19200CL9

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-13Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4CORSAIR CMY8GX3M2A2133C11R (Ver4

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionDDR3 1866 (O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Op

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-15DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4A-DATA

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M2

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-17DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4KINGSTO

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionDDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optiona

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-19Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4Mach Xtreme MXD3U133316GQ 16GB

iiiContentsSafety information ... ivAbout this guid

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionTo remove a DIMM1.5.1 Installing an expansion cardTo install an expansion card:1. Before installing the expansion

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-211.5.2 Configuring an expansion cardAfter installing the expansion card, congure it by adjusting the software settings:1. Turn

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionIRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HI.G.D. Shared – – – – – – –HD Audio 1 Controller Shared – – – –

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-231.6 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear t

1-24Chapter 1: Product introduction2. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-251.7 Connectors1.7.1 Rear panel connectors* and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port defi

1-26Chapter 1: Product introduction• The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system’s setting.• USB 3.0

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-271.7.2 Internal connectors 1. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM)This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial

1-28Chapter 1: Product introduction3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CPU_OPT; CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3, CHA_FAN4) Conne

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-29• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specication 2.

ivSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating th

1-30Chapter 1: Product introduction5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-317. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT)This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function. Conne

1-32Chapter 1: Product introduction9. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB m

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-33• 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

1-34Chapter 1: Product introduction12. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12)This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-3513. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER)This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel’s Thunderbolt

1-36Chapter 1: Product introduction1.8 Onboard LEDs1. Standby Power LEDThe motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate tha

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-374. EPU LED (OLED2)The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled.3. TPU LEDs (TPU_LED)The TPU LEDs light up when you set

1-38Chapter 1: Product introduction5. EZ XMP LED (XLED1)This LED lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch.

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-391.9 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard buttons and switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-c

vWhere to find more informationRefer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.1. ASUS websitesThe ASU

1-40Chapter 1: Product introduction2. MemOK! buttonInstalling DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and t

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-413. TPU switchWith its two-level adjustment functions, the TPU allows you to automatically adjusts the CPU ratio and clock speed

1-42Chapter 1: Product introduction4. Power-on buttonThe motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system.

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.11-431.10 Software support1.10.1 Installing an operating systemThis motherboard supports Windows® 7 (32bit/64bit) and Windows® 8 (3

1-44Chapter 1: Product introduction

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-12.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stabili

2-2Chapter 2: BIOS informationEZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider).2.1.1 EZ Updat

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-37. Reboot the system when the update process is done.• This function supports USB ash disks formatted using FAT32 or FAT16 on

2-4Chapter 2: BIOS information2.1.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. The screen captures used in

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-5Please select boot device:E1: ASUS DVD-E818A6T (4069MB) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB)UEFI: (FAT) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB)Enter Setup and

viZ97-A/USB 3.1 specifications summary(continued on the next page)Package contentsCheck your motherboard package for the following items:MotherboardAS

2-6Chapter 2: BIOS information2. On the BIOS Updater screen, press <Tab> to switch from Files panel to Drives panel then select D:. ASUSTeK BIO

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-72.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigat

2-8Chapter 2: BIOS information2.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-9Configuration fieldsMenu bar General helpSub-menu itemMenu itemsScroll barLast modified settingsLanguage EZ Tuning WizardMyFavori

2-10Chapter 2: BIOS informationMenu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:My FavoritesFor saving the frequently-used syste

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-11EZ Tuning Wizard (F11)This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It a

2-12Chapter 2: BIOS information2.2.3 QFan ControlThe QFan Control allows you to set a fan prole or manually congure the operating speed of your CPU

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-13To congure your fans:1. Select the fan that you want to congure and to view its current status.2. Click and drag the speed p

2-14Chapter 2: BIOS informationCreating RAIDTo create RAID:1. Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wiz

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-152.3 My FavoritesMyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items.Adding items t

viiZ97-A/USB 3.1 specifications summary(continued on the next page)VGA- Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology

2-16Chapter 2: BIOS information3. Select an item from main menu panel, then click the submenu that you want to save as favorite from the submenu pane

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-17Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for acce

2-18Chapter 2: BIOS information2.5 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changin

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-19The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual].Filter PLL [Auto]Set this item to high BCLK (

2-20Chapter 2: BIOS information2-Core Ratio Limit [Auto]Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 2-Core Limit v

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-212.5.9 DRAM Frequency [Auto]This item allows you to set the memory operating frequency. The congurable options vary with the BC

2-22Chapter 2: BIOS informationDRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [31]DRAM RAS# PRE Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Au

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-23DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D0) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [63]DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D1) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [6

2-24Chapter 2: BIOS informationtRDRD_dr [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [15]tRDRD_dd [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [15]tWRRD [Auto

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-25Channel A/B DIMM Control [Enable Both DIMMs]This item allows you to enable or disable the DIMMs on channels A and B.Conguration

viiiZ97-A/USB 3.1 specifications summaryASUS Exclusive FeaturesDIGI+ Power Control- CPU Power- Industry-leading digital 8-phase power design- ASUS

2-26Chapter 2: BIOS informationCPU VRM Switching Frequency [Auto]This item affects the VRM transient response speed and the component thermal producti

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-272.5.15 Internal CPU Power ManagementThe subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and their features.Enhanced Intel

2-28Chapter 2: BIOS informationCPU Internal Power Fault ControlThermal Feedback [Auto]This item allows your system to take precautionary actions to pr

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-29Power Fast Ramp Response [Auto]This item allows you to enhance the response of the CPU voltage regulator during the load transie

2-30Chapter 2: BIOS informationThe following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Offset Mode].Offset Mode Sign [+][+] To offset t

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-31The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Manual].CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto]This item allo

2-32Chapter 2: BIOS informationCPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset [Auto]This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the analog portion of the

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-332.5.25 PCH Core Voltage [Auto]This item allows you to set the Core voltage for the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). You can use t

2-34Chapter 2: BIOS information2.5.31 Clock Crossing Reset Voltage [Auto]This item allows you to increase the value of the clock crossing reset volta

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-352.6.1 CPU ConfigurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.The items sh

ixASUS Exclusive FeaturesCrystal Sound 2- Feel the sound power with different usage scenariosSteam support- Compatible with the most fun gaming plat

2-36Chapter 2: BIOS informationDynamic Storage Accelerator [Disabled]This item allows you to accelerate the performance of the SSDs (Solid-State Drive

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-37C7 Latency [Long]This item allows you to set the duration of C7 latency for C7 state.Conguration options: [Short] [Long]Package

2-38Chapter 2: BIOS informationHybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled]This item allows you to enable or disable the hybrid hard disk support for a faster

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-39Alternate ID [Disabled]This item allows you to report the alternate device ID.Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]SATA6G (

2-40Chapter 2: BIOS informationDMI ConfigurationThis item allows you to control various DMI (direct media interface) to run at PCI-E 2.0 speed. DMI Ge

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-41EHCI Hand-off [Disabled][Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature.[Disabled] Disabl

2-42Chapter 2: BIOS informationASPM Support [Disabled]This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions.Conguration options:

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-43USB 3.1 & PCIEx16_3 [USB 3.1]This item allows you to switch the bandwidth between USB 3.1 ports or PCIEx16_3 slot. PCIEx16_3

2-44Chapter 2: BIOS informationSerial Port ConfigurationThe items in this menu allow you to congure your motherboard’s serial ports.Serial Port [Enab

ASUS Z97-A/USB 3.12-452.6.9 Network Stack ConfigurationNetwork stack [Disable]This item allows you to disable or enable the UEFI network stack.Congu