Asus Z87-C Specifikace

MotherboardZ87-C

ASUS Z87-C1-21.2 Motherboard overviewBefore you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts in

1-3Chapter 1: Product introduction1.2.3 Motherboard layout

ASUS Z87-C1-41.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th generation Intel® Core™

1-5Chapter 1: Product introduction1.3.1 Installing the CPU• Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 only. DO NOT install a CPU

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1-7Chapter 1: Product introduction1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanTo install the CPU heatsink and fan assemblyTo uninstall the CPU heatsink

ASUS Z87-C1-81.4 System memory1.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual In-line Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.A DDR

1-9Chapter 1: Product introduction1.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

ASUS Z87-C1-10DDR3 2666(O.C.) MHz capabilityZ87-C Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2800(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSCh

1-11Chapter 1: Product introductionDDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capabilityDDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Vol

iiE7869First EditionApril 2013Copyright© 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software de

ASUS Z87-C1-12DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4A-DATA AX3U

1-13Chapter 1: Product introductionDDR3 2000(O.C.) MHz capabilityDDR3 1866(O.C.) MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS

ASUS Z87-C1-14DDR3 1866(O.C.) MHz capabilityDDR3 1800(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket supp

1-15Chapter 1: Product introduction(continued on the next page)DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DI

ASUS Z87-C1-16DDR3 1600 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Op

1-17Chapter 1: Product introductionDDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)

ASUS Z87-C1-18DDR3 1333 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (O

1-19Chapter 1: Product introduction(continued on the next page)DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage D

ASUS Z87-C1-20DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4OCZ OCZ3G1333L V

1-21Chapter 1: Product introduction2.3.4 DIMM installationSide(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support:(1) Supports one (1) module in

iiiContentsSafety information ... ivAbout this guid

ASUS Z87-C1-22To remove a DIMM

1-23Chapter 1: Product introduction1.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you

ASUS Z87-C1-241.5.1 Installing an expansion cardTo install an expansion card:1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that ca

1-25Chapter 1: Product introductionEnsure to save your data before using the DirectKey button.DirectKey buttonThis feature allows your system to go to

ASUS Z87-C1-261. Standby power LED (SB_PWR)The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep

1-27Chapter 1: Product introduction1.8 JumpersClear RTC RAM jumper (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS

ASUS Z87-C1-281.9 Connectors1.9.1 Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors1. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 6. HDMI port2. VGA port 7. DVI-D p

1-29Chapter 1: Product introduction1.9.2 Internal connectors1. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/P

ASUS Z87-C1-302. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are desi

1-31Chapter 1: Product introduction3. Intel® Z87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [yellow])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0

ivSafety informationElectrical safetyTo prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the s

ASUS Z87-C1-32• The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.• The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN 1-3 connectors support

1-33Chapter 1: Product introduction6. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM)The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module ca

ASUS Z87-C1-348. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; USB1112; USB1314)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of

1-35Chapter 1: Product introduction9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module

ASUS Z87-C1-3611. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.• System power LED (2-pin PLED)Th

1-37Chapter 1: Product introduction1.10 Software support1.10.1 Installing an operating system• This motherboard supports Windows® 8 32/64-bit and W

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Chapter 2: BIOS information2-1The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or perfo

2-2ASUS Z87-C2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility or a bootable oppy dis

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-32.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BI

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

2-4ASUS Z87-C2.1.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the curr

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-52. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below.Updating the BIOS leTo update the BIOS le using BIOS Updater1. At the Fr

2-6ASUS Z87-C2.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brie

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-7By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of th

2-8ASUS Z87-C2.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-9Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main sho

2-10ASUS Z87-C2.3 My FavoritesMyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items.Adding items to My Fav

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-112.4 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu pr

2-12ASUS Z87-CAdministrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing th

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-132.5 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changin

viZ87-C specications summaryCPU LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processor

2-14ASUS Z87-C2.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-152.5.3 CPU Core Ratio [Sync All Cores]Allows you to set the CPU ratio and synchronize automatically either per core or

2-16ASUS Z87-C2.5.7 CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto]Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode.[Auto] DRAM speed is se

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-17DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored.CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto]Frequency swit

2-18ASUS Z87-CChoose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support.CPU Power Thermal Control [124]A higher tem

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-19CPU Internal Power Switching FrequencyFrequency Tuning Mode [Auto]Allows you to increase or decrease the switching freq

2-20ASUS Z87-CPower Current Offset [Auto]Allows you to increase or decrease the output current sensed by the CPU. It nds the balance between optimal

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-21Offset Mode Sign [+][+] To offset the voltage by a positive value.[–] To offset the voltage by a negative value.CPU C

2-22ASUS Z87-CCPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto]Allows you to set the CPU Graphics Voltage override. By default, this item takes the standard value

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-23CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset [Auto]Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the analog portion of the I/O o

viiZ87-C specications summaryUSBIntel® Z87 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front pa

2-24ASUS Z87-C2.5.24 PCH VLX Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the I/O voltage on the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). You can use the <+> or <-

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-252.6 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Be caut

2-26ASUS Z87-CActive Processor Cores [All]Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Conguration options: [A

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-27Turbo Mode [Enabled]Allows you to automatically set the processor cores to run faster than the base frequency when oper

2-28ASUS Z87-CPCIe Speed [Auto]Allows you to select the PCI Express port speed.Conguration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2]Intel(R) Rapid Start Technolo

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-29SATA Mode Selection [AHCI]Allows you to set the SATA conguration.[Disabled] Disables the SATA function.[IDE] Set to

2-30ASUS Z87-CDVI Port AudioAllows you to enable or disable the DVI audio port.Conguration options: [Disable] [Enable]Graphics CongurationAllows you

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-31Memory CongurationAllows you to congure the memory conguration parameters.Memory Scrambler [Enabled]Allows you to en

2-32ASUS Z87-C2.6.6 Platform Misc CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features.PCI Express Native Power Man

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-33Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the Realtek® LAN controller.[Disabled] Disables the Realtek® LAN co

viiiZ87-C specications summaryRear Panel I/O Ports 1 x HDMI port1 x D-Sub port1 x DVI-D port1 x LAN (RJ45) port4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue)2 x USB 2.

2-34ASUS Z87-CPower On By PCIE/PCI [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the PCIE/PCI devices to generate a wake-on-LAN feature of the Intel®/Realtek LAN dev

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-352.7 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settin

2-36ASUS Z87-C2.7.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan operating mode.Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]The following

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-37Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1/3 [600 RPM]This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and a

2-38ASUS Z87-C2.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Boot Conguration2.8.1 Fast Boot [Disabled][Disabled] Al

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-39PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto]Select any of these settings when PS/2 keyboard and mouse are installed. These se

2-40ASUS Z87-CPost Delay Time [3 sec]This item allows you to select a desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS Setup. You can onl

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-41Launch CSM [Auto][Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add-on devices.[Enabled] For be

2-42ASUS Z87-CThe following item appears only when you set the OS Type to [Windows UEFI mode].Key ManagementThis item appears only when you set OS Typ

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-43DB ManagementThe db (Authorized Signature database) lists the signers or images of UEFI applications, operating system

1-1Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Product introduction If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.Thank you for buying

2-44ASUS Z87-C2.8.13 Boot OverrideThese items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the nu

Chapter 2: BIOS information2-45Load from ProleAllows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the prole number that sa

2-46ASUS Z87-C2.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to

AppendicesA-1AppendicesAppendicesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject t

A-2Z87-CAppendicesVCCI: Japan Compliance StatementVCCI Class B StatementKC: Korea Warning StatementCanadian Department of Communications StatementThis

AppendicesA-3AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-34

A-4Z87-CAppendicesDECLARATION OF CONFORMITYPer FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Co