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GRYPHON Z87
Motherboard
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E7870 First Edition April 2013 © Copyright 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1
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Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ........................................................................................................ vii GRYPHON Z87 specifications summary .................................................................. ix Package contents ..................................................................................................... xiii Installatio
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2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...............................................................2-15 2.4 Starting up for the first time ....................................................................2-17 2.5 Turning off the computer .........................................................................2-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program ..............................
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4.3.3 Remote GO! ..............................................................................4-12 4.3.4 USB 3.0 Boost...........................................................................4-18 4.3.5 EZ Update .................................................................................4-19 4.3.6 Network iControl........................................................................4-20 4.3.7 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard....................................................4-22 4.3.8 USB Ch
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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. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power
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About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perf
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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. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or
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GRYPHON Z87 specifications summary ® CPU LGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ ® ® Pentium / Celeron processors Supports 22nm CPU ® Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* ® * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ® Chipset Intel Z87 Express Chipset Memory 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture ® Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM suppor
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GRYPHON Z87 specifications summary ® Audio Realtek ALC892 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - Absolute pitch 192khz/24bit true BD lossless sound - BD audio layer content protection - Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming and front panel jack- retasking - Optical S/PDIF out ports at rear I/O ® USB Intel Z87 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.* - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at rea rear r panel) - 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4
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GRYPHON Z87 specifications summary Other Special Features - USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission - USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling - USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for all smart devices - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - AI Suite 3 - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS CrashFree B
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GRYPHON Z87 specifications summary BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.7, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Support DVD contents Drivers Anti-virus software (OEM version) Network iControl ASUS Utilities Form factor uATX fo
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items Technical documentations, ASUS GRYPHON Z87 motherboard Support DVD certification and warranty card 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xiii User Manual
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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. xiv
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights ® ® ® LGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium / Celeron processors ® ® ® This motherboard supports 4th generation Intel Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium / Celeron processors in the LGA1150 package. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. ® Intel Z87 Express Chipset ® Intel Z87 Exp
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Chapter 1 ® Intel Smart Response Technology ® Intel Smart Response Technology, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD (requires 18.6 GB available space) as a cache for frequently accessed data or applications. It combines SSD performance and hard drive capacity, operating up to six times faster than a hard-drive-only system to boost the system’s overall per
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1.1.4 “Safe & Stable!” Guardian Angel ESD Guards ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Guards provides protection against electrostatic discharges, which can damage the motherboard’s components. The ASUS exclusive Anti-Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard’s lifespan. MemOK! MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail
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Chapter 1 DirectKey DirectKey allows you to conveniently go into the BIOS setup with the press of a button. With this feature, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the key during POST. It also allows you to shut down or turn on your computer and directly enter the BIOS during boot-up. 1.1.6 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), significantly increases a USB device’s transfer speed u
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1.2 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. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on the
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Chapter 1 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
