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Motherboard Layout

Z87 Extreme6/ac

PCIE1 ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac PCIE2 Purity Sound™ MINI_PCIE1 WIFI-802.11n Module PCI1 CMOS Battery PCIE3 Super U/O PCI2 RoHS PCIE4 Dr. Debug ATXPWR1 ATX 12V1 CPU_TAN1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) PCI2 SRUXFRE_PAR1 USB3_7 AMD_1 HD ALGINI SLUXFRE_PAR1 AMD_1 CPU_TAN2 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) PCI2 SRUXFRE_PAR1 AMD_1 HD ALGINI SLUXFRE_PAR1 USB3_7 AMD_1 HD ALGINI SLUXFRE_PAR1 AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI AMD_1 HD ALGINI

Z87 Extreme6

ATX 12V1 PS2 USB 2.0 B: USB1 DSO1 USB2A1 DV/11 HDMI1 D: 1 HDMI_IN1 USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 Top: RJ-45 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: RJ-45 BMW DSO1 DSO2 DSO3 DSO4 DSO5 DSO6 DSO7 DSO8 DSO9 DSO10 DSO11 DSO12 DSO13 DSO14 DSO15 DSO16 DSO17 DSO18 DSO19 DSO20 DSO21 DSO22 DSO23 DSO24 DSO25 DSO26 DSO27 DSO28 DSO29 DSO30 DSO31 DSO32 DSO33 DSO34 DSO35 DSO36 DSO37 DSO38 DSO39 DSO40 DSO41 DSO42 DSO43 DSO44 DSO45 DSO46 DSO47 DSO48 DSO49 DSO50 DSO51 DSO52 DSO53 DSO54 DSO55 DSO56 DSO57 DSO58 DSO59 DSO60 DSO61 DSO62 DSO63 DSO64 DSO65 DSO66 DSO67 DSO68 DSO69 DSO70 DSO71 DSO72 DSO73 DSO74 DSO75 DSO76 DSO77 DSO78 DSO79 DSO80 DSO81 DSO82 DSO83 DSO84 DSO85 DSO86 DSO87 DSO88 DSO89 DSO90 DSO91 DSO92 DSO93 DSO94 DSO95 DSO96 DSO97 DSO98 DSO99 DSO100 DCI_FANDORA_FAN2 LAN PCIE1 ASRock Z87 Extreme6 PCIE2 Purity Sound TV PCI1 CMOS Battery PCIE3 PCI2 RoHS PCIE4 Dr. Debug HD_AIO-G1 COWI SLOXTSIR_FUR1 USB_6.7 USB_4 UDE_3 UDE_1 UDE_0 Vertical Type AUSB Power Reset Power 2122230 19 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 25 24262728 2122230

No. Description

1 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1)
2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2)
5 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1)
6 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (DDR3_A2, DDR3_B2)
7 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_4_5)
9 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A3_A4)
10 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A1_A2)
11 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_1)
12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_2_3)
13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_4_5)
14 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
15 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1)
16 Power LED Header (PLED1)
17 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
18 BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1)
19 Power Switch (PWRBTN1)
20 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1)
21 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
22 Vertical Type A USB 2.0 (USB6)
23 USB 2.0 Header (USB2_3)
24 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5)
25 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_6_7)
26 SLI/XFIRE Power Connector (SLI/XFIRE_PWR1)
27 COM Port Header (COM1)
28 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
29 Infrared Module Header (IR1)
30 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3)
31 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)

I/O Panel

1 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 6 8 9

No. Description No. Description

1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 11 Optical SPDIF Out Port

2 DVI-I Port 12 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_23)

3 Display Port (ASMedia Hub)

4 LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel ^® I217V) ^* 13 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_01)

5 LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel ^ I211AT) ^ (ASMedia Hub)

6 Central / Bass (Orange) 14 HDMI-In Port

7 Rear Speaker (Black) 15 HDMI-Out Port

8 Line In (Light Blue)

9 Front Speaker (Lime)**

10 Microphone (Pink)

16 eSATA Connector***

17 Clear CMOS Switch

18 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port

* There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

Activity / Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
Off No Link Off	10Mbps connection
Blinking	Data Activity	Orange	100Mbps connection
On Link Green	1Gbps connection

** If you use a 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker's plug into "Front Speaker Jack". See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.

Audio Output Channels	Front Speaker (No. 9)	Rear Speaker (No. 7)	Central / Bass (No. 6)	Line In (No. 8)
2 V -- -- --
4 V V -- --
6 V V V --
8 V V V V

To enable Multi-Streaming, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. After restarting your computer, you will find the "Mixer" tool on your system. Please select "Mixer ToolBox", click "Enable playback multi-streaming", and click "ok". Choose "2CH", "4CH", "6CH", or "8CH" and then you are allowed to select "Realtek HDA Primary output" to use the Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to use the front panel audio.

*** The eSATA connector supports SATA with cables within 1 meters.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to quality and endurance.

Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In case any modifications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock's website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.

1.1 Package Contents

ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)

ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Quick Installation Guide

ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Support CD

6 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)

1 x I/O Panel Shield

1 x ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card

1 x Front USB 3.0 Panel with 2.5" HDD/SSD Rack

4 x HDD Screws

6 x Chassis Screws

1 x Rear USB 3.0 Bracket

1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5GHz Antenna (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only)

2 x SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only)

1 x WiFi Module Screw (for Z87 Extreme6 only)

1.2 Specifications

Platform	ATX Form FactorPremium Gold Capacitor design (100% Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors)
A-Style	Home Cloud802.11ac WiFi (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only )Purity SoundTMHDMI-In
CPU	Socket LGA1150 to support 4thGen Intel® CoreTM ProcessorDigi Power Design12 Power Phase DesignDual-Stack MOSFET (DSM)Supports Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 TechnologySupports Intel® K-Series unlocked CPUSupports ASRockBCLK Full-range Overclocking
Chipset	Intel® Z87
Memory	Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology4 x DDR3 DIMM slotsSupports DDR3 2933+(OC)/2800(OC)/2400(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600/1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered memoryMax. capacity of system memory: 32GB(see CAUTION)Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)1.3/1.2Distortion-Free Slot
Expansion Slot	3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (PCIE2/PCIE3/PCIE4: single at x16 (PCIE2); dual at x8 (PCIE2) / x8 (PCIE3); triple at x81 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot2 x PCI slots1 x mini-PCI Express slotSupports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and CrossFireXTMSupports NVIDIA® Quad SLITM and SLITM

Graphics

Intel ^® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.

Supports Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals : Intel® Quick Sync Video with AVC, MVC (S3D) and MPEG-2 Full

HW Encode1, Intel ^® InTru ^TM 3D, Intel ^® Clear Video HD

Technology, Intel ^® Insider ^TM , Intel ^® HD Graphics 4400/4600

Pixel Shader 5.0, DirectX 11.1

Max. shared memory 1792MB

Three VGA Output options: DVI-I, HDMI and DisplayPort

Supports Triple Monitors

Supports HDMI Technology with max. resolution up to 4K × 2K (4096x2304) @ 24Hz

Supports DVI-I with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz

Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution up to 4K × 2K (4096x2304) @ 24Hz

Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and

HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI (Compliant HDMI monitor is required)

Supports HDCP function with DVI-I, HDMI and DisplayPort ports

Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback with DVI-I, HDMI and DisplayPort ports

Audio

7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1150 Audio Codec)

Premium Blu-ray audio support

Supports Purity Sound™

- 115dB SNR DAC with differential amplifier

- TI® NE5532 Premium Headset Amplifier (supports up to 600 Ohms headsets)

- Direct Drive Technology

- EMI shielding cover

- PCB isolate shielding

Supports DTS Connect

LAN

Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s

1 x Giga PHY Intel ^® I217V, 1 x GigaLAN Intel ^® I211AT

Supports Intel ^® Remote Wake Technology (on Intel ^® I217V)

Supports Wake-On-LAN

Supports Dual LAN with Teaming

Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az

Supports PXE

Wireless

Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

LAN

Supports Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz)

(for Z87

Supports High speed wireless connection up to 867Mbps

Extreme6/

2 antennas to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity

ac only )

technology

Supports Bluetooth 4.0 / 3.0 + High speed class II

Rear Panel

1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port

I/O

1 x DVI-I Port

1 x HDMI-Out Port

1 x HDMI-In Port

1 x DisplayPort

1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port

1 x eSATA Connector

2 x USB 2.0 Ports

4 x USB 3.0 Ports (ASMedia Hub)

2 x RJ-45 LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED

LED)

1 x Clear CMOS Switch

HD Audio Jack: Rear Speaker / Central / Bass / Line in / Front

Speaker / Microphone

Storage	6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors by Intel® Z87, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 12 and Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI and “Hot Plug”4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors by ASMedia ASM1061, support NCQ, AHCI and “Hot Plug” functions (SATA3_A4 connector is shared with the eSATA port)1 x eSATA connector by ASMedia ASM1061, supports NCQ, AHCI, “Hot Plug” and Port Multiplier functions
Connector	1 x IR header1 x COM port header1 x Power LED header2 x CPU Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin)3 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 2 x 3-pin)1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin)1 x 24 pin ATX power connector1 x 8 pin 12V power connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)1 x SLI/XFire power connector1 x Front panel audio connector2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports)1 x Vertical Type A USB 2.02 x USB 3.0 headers (support 4 USB 3.0 ports)1 x Dr. Debug with LED1 x Power Switch with LED1 x Reset Switch with LED
BIOS Feature	2 x 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with Multilingual GUI support (1 x Main BIOS and 1 x Backup BIOS)Supports Secure Backup UEFI TechnologyACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up EventsSMBIOS 2.3.1 SupportCPU, DRAM, PCH 1.05V, PCH 1.5V Voltage Multi-adjustment
Support CD	Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), Cyber-Link MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8, MeshCentral, Splashtop Streamer

Hardware

CPU/Chassis Temperature Sensing

CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer

CPU/Chassis Quiet Fan (Allow Chassis Fan Speed Auto-

Adjust by CPU Temperature)

CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control

Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore

os

Microsoft® Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit compliant

Certifica-

FCC, CE, WHQL

tions

ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)

* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com

Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.

Due to limitation, the actual memory size may be less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows ^® 32-bit operating systems. Windows ^® 64-bit operating systems do not have such limitations. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that Windows ^® cannot use.

1.3 Unique Features

ASRock A-Tuning

A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker and a whole lot more.

ASRock Instant Flash

ASRock Instant Flash is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to update the system BIOS in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility. Just save the new BIOS file to your USB storage and launch this tool by pressing or during POST to enter the BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Please be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system.

ASRock APP Charger

Simply by installing the ASRock APP Charger makes your iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch charge up to 40% faster than before on your computer. ASRock APP Charger allows you to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your PC enters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5).

ASRock XFast USB

ASRock XFast USB can boost the performance of your USB storage devices. The performance may depend on the properties of the device.

ASRock XFast LAN

ASRock XFast LAN provides faster internet access, which includes the benefits listed below. LAN Application Prioritization: You can configure your application's priority ideally and add new programs to the list. Lower Latency in Game: After setting online game's priority higher, it can lower the latency in games. Traffic Shaping: You can watch Youtube HD videos and download simultaneously. Real-Time Analysis of Your Data: With the status window, you can easily recognize which data streams you are currently transferring.

ASRock XFast RAM

ASRock XFast RAM is included in A-Tuning. It fully utilizes the memory space that cannot be used under Windows® 32-bit operating systems. ASRock XFast RAM shortens the loading time of previously visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. And it also boosts the speed of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is that it reduces the frequency of accessing your SSDs or HDDs in order to extend their lifespan.

ASRock Crashless BIOS

ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to update their BIOS without fear of failing. If power loss occurs during the BIOS updating process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically finish the BIOS update procedure after regaining power. Please note that BIOS files need to be placed in the root directory of your USB disk. Only USB 2.0 ports support this feature.

ASRock OMG (Online Management Guard)

Administrators are able to establish an internet curfew or restrict internet access at specified times via OMG. You may schedule the starting and ending hours of internet access granted to other users. In order to prevent users from bypassing OMG, guest accounts without permission to modify the system time are required.

ASRock Internet Flash

ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you without entering Windows OS. Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash.

ASRock UEFI System Browser

ASRock System Browser shows the overview of your current PC and the devices connected.

ASRock Dehumidifier Function

Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by enabling “Dehumidifier Function”. When enabling Dehumidifier Function, the computer will power on automatically to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state.

ASRock Easy RAID Installer

ASRock Easy RAID Installer can help you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to your USB storage device. After copying the RAID driver to your USB storage device, please change "SATA Mode" to "RAID", then you can start installing the OS in RAID mode.

ASRock Easy Driver Installer

For users that don't have an optical disk drive to install the drivers from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically.

ASRock Interactive UEFI

ASRock Interactive UEFI is a blend of system configuration tools, cool sound effects and stunning visuals. The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and more amusement.

ASRock Fast Boot

With ASRock's exclusive Fast Boot technology, it takes less than 1.5 seconds to logon to Windows 8 from a cold boot. No more waiting! The speedy boot will completely change your user experience and behavior.

ASRock Restart to UEFI

Windows® 8 brings the ultimate boot up experience. The lightning boot up speed makes it hard to access the UEFI setup. ASRock Restart to UEFI allows users to enter the UEFI automatically when turning on the PC. By enabling this function, the PC will enter the UEFI directly after you restart.

ASRock Good Night LED

ASRock Good Night LED technology offers you a better sleeping environment by extinguishing the unessential LEDs. By enabling Good Night LED in the BIOS, the Power/HDD LEDs will be switched off when the system is powered on. Good Night LED will automatically switch off the Power and Keyboard LEDs when the system enters into Standby/Hibernation mode as well.

ASRock USB Key

In a world where time is money, why waste precious time everyday typing usernames to log in to Windows? Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? Just plug in the USB Key and let your computer log in to windows automatically!

ASRock Home Cloud

This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel LAN, so you can connect with your PC from anywhere in the world. You will be able to power your PC on or turn it off, monitor and take control of it remotely with another smartphone, tablet or computer.

ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning

ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is included in A-Tuning. Configure up to five different fan speeds using the graph. The fans will automatically shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met.

ASRock Distortion-Free Slot

ASRock's new pin design for the memory slots and PCIe slots may appear to be the same as former designs, but actually effectively reduces distortion and promotes performance, because we strive for perfection even in the most trivial details.

1.4 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only)

WiFi + BT Module

This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.0 module that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.0. WiFi + BT module is an easy-to-use wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to support WiFi + BT. Bluetooth v4.0 standard features Smart Ready technology that adds a whole new class of functionality into the mobile devices including Apple's most recent iPhone 4S. BT 4.0 also includes Low Energy Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for PCs. The 2T2R WiFi solution sets a WiFi high speed standard and offers max link rate up to 867Mbps.

* The transmission speed may vary according to the environment.
* The WiFi + BT module is supported under Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit only.

Black square device with diagonal stripe and attached cable, no visible text or symbols

ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna

Installing the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables

Two identical cable or wire tools with threaded ends, shown in side profile (no text or symbols)

Step 1

Prepare the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables that come with the package.

Diagram showing a mechanical assembly with two connected components and an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols present)

Step 2

Locate the WiFi Module that is installed on the motherboard's mini-PCIe slot. Then attach the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables to the WiFi Module.

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Step3

Insert the RP-SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Connectors to the antenna ports on the I/O shield

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Step 4

Fasten the screw nuts to secure the connectors.

Chapter 2 Installation

This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

Pre-installation Precautions

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.

Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components.

In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard's components,

NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components.

Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.

Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that comes with the components.

When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

2.1 Installing the CPU

1. Before you insert the 1150-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged.
2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.

1

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2

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3

Technical diagram of a computer processor internal structure showing mounting holes and internal components (no text or labels)

Diagram of a computer monitor with an orange curved arrow indicating motion or rotation (no text or symbols present)

5

Diagram of a computer processor showing internal components and a close-up view of the base (no text or symbols)

Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service.

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink

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Diagram illustrating the cooling mechanism of a CPU fan, showing cooling process with arrows and component placement.

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2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.

1. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs.
2. It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory module installed.
3. It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into a DDR3 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

Priority DDR3_A1 DDR3_A2 DDR3_B1 DDR3_B2

1 Populated Populated
2 Populated Populated
3 Populated Populated Populated Populated

The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)

There are 2 PCI slots, 4 PCI Express slots, and 1 mini-PCI Express slot on the motherboard.

Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.

PCI slot:

The PCI1 and PCI2 slots are used to install expansion cards that have 32-bit PCI interface.

PCIe slots:

PCIE1 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.

PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards.

PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width graphics cards.

PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.

mini-PCIe slots:

MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe slot) is used for WiFi module.

PCIe Slot Configurations

PCIE2 PCIE3 PCIE4

Single Graphics Card x16 N/AN/A

Two Graphics Cards in

CrossFireX ^TM or SLI ^TM Mode

x8 x8 N/A

Three Graphics Cards in

3-Way CrossFireX ^TM Mode

x8 x4 x4

For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards.

2.5 Jumpers Setup

The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is "Short". If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is "Open". The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are "Short" when a jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins.

Short Open 1 2 3

Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 14)

Default

Clear CMOS

CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short pin2 and pin3 on CLRCMOS1 for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you update the BIOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do the clear-CMOS action. Please be noted that the password, date, time, and user default profile will be cleared only if the CMOS battery is removed.

The Clear CMOS Switch has the same function as the Clear CMOS jumper.

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors

Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.

System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 21)

PLED+ PLED- PWRBTN# GND 1 GND RESET# GND HDLED- HDLED+

Connect the power switch, reset switch and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.

PWRBTN (Power Switch):

Connect to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch.

RESET (Reset Switch):

Connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

PLED (System Power LED):

Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED):

Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

Power LED Header (3-pin PLED1) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 16)

Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_1: see p.1 or p.2, No. 11) (SATA3_2_3: see p.1 or p.2, No. 12) (SATA3_4_5: see p.1 or p.2, No. 13) (SATA3_A1_A2: see p.1 or p.2, No. 10) (SATA3_A3_A4: see p.1 or p.2, No. 9)

PLED- PLED+ PLED+ SATA3_0_1SATA3_4_5_SATA3A3_A3_A4SATA3_A1_A2

Please connect the chassis power LED to this header to indicate the system's power status.

These ten SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. If the eSATA port on the rear I/O has been connected, the internal SATA3_A4 will not function. To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z87 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for your bootable devices.

USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB2_3) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 23) (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 24)

(USB6) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 22)

USB_PWR P- P+ GND DUMMY 1 P+ GND USB_PWR P-

Besides four USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are three headers and one port on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports.

USB 3.0 Headers (19-pin USB3_4_5) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 8)

VbusVbus Vbus ○○○ IntA_PB_SSRX- IntA_PA_SSRX-○○○ IntA_PB_SSRX+ IntA_PA_SSRX+○○○ GND GND ○○○ IntA_PB_SSTX- IntA_PA_SSTX-○○○ IntA_PB_SSTX+ IntA_PA_SSTX+○○○ GND GND ○○○ IntA_PB_D- IntA_PA_D-○○○ IntA_PB_D+ IntA_PA_D+○○○ Dummy 1

Besides four USB 3.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports.

(19-pin USB3_6_7) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 25)

IntA_P_D+ IntA_P_D- GND IntA_P_SSTX+ IntA_P_SSTX- GND IntA_P_SSRX+ IntA_P_SSRX- Vbus I/O Vbus IntA_P_SSRX- GND IntA_P_SSTX- GND IntA_P_SSTX+ IntA_P_D- ID IntA_P_D+

Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 28)

GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L

This header is for connecting audio devices to the front audio panel.

1. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis manual to install your system.
2. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header by the steps below:

A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L.
B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L.
C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND).
D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for the HD audio panel only. You don't need to connect them for the AC'97 audio panel.
E. To activate the front mic, go to the "FrontMic" Tab in the Realtek Control panel and adjust "Recording Volume".

Chassis Speaker Header

(4-pin SPEAKER1)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 15)

DUMMY SPEAKER

Please connect the chassis speaker to this header.

Chassis and Power Fan Connectors

(4-pin CHA_FAN1)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 17)

GND +12V FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

Please connect fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to the ground pin.

(3-pin CHA_FAN2)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 31)

(3-pin CHA_FAN3)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 30)

(3-pin PWR_FAN1)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 1)

CPU Fan Connectors

(4-pin CPU_FAN1)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 3)

(3-pin CPU_FAN2)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 4)

This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.

ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 7)

This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13.

ATX 12V Power

Connector

(8-pin ATX12V1)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 2)

This motherboard provides an 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5.

SLI/XFIRE Power Connector (4-pin SLI/XFIRE_ PWR1) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 26)

Please connect this connector with a hard disk power connector when two graphics cards are installed on this motherboard.

Infrared Module Header (5-pin IR1) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 29)

This header supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module.

Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.1 or p.2, No. 27)

RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1

This COM1 header supports a serial port module.

2.7 Smart Switches

The motherboard has three smart switches: Power Switch, Reset Switch and Clear CMOS Switch, allowing users to quickly turn on/off the system, reset the system or clear the CMOS values.

Power Switch

(PWRBTN)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 19)

Power Switch allows users to quickly turn on/off the system.

Reset Switch

(RSTBTN)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 20)

Reset Switch allows

users to quickly reset the system.

Clear CMOS Switch

(CLRCBTN)

(see p.1 or p.2, No. 14)

Clear CMOS Switch

allows users to quickly

clear the CMOS values.

This function is workable only when you power off your computer and unplug the power supply.

BIOS Selection Switch

(BIOS_SEL1)

(see p.1 or p.2 No. 18)

BIOS Selection Switch allows

the system to boot from either

BIOS A or BIOS B.

This motherboard has two BIOS chips, a primary BIOS (BIOS_A) and a backup BIOS (BIOS_B), which enhances the safety and stability of your system. Normally, the system will work on the primary BIOS. However, if the primary BIOS is corrupted or damaged, just flip the BIOS Selection Switch to "B", then the backup BIOS will take over on the next system boot. After that, use "Secure Backup UEFI" in the UEFI Setup Utility to duplicate a working copy of the BIOS files to the primary BIOS to ensure normal system operation. For safety issues, users are not able to update the backup BIOS manually. Users may refer to the BIOS LEDs (BIOS_A_LED or BIOS_B_LED) to identify which BIOS is currently activated.

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내려면 새시 전원 LED 를

이 헤더에 연결하십시오.

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1.2 仕様

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(Voltage Multi-adjustment)

支持光盘

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RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 12, dan Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI, dan "Hot Plug"

mendukung fungsi NCQ, AHCI, dan "Hot Plug" (konektor SATA3_A4 digunakan bersama port eSATA)

fungsi NCQ, AHCI, "Hot Plug", dan Pengganda Port.

Konektor

Kerapatan Tinggi)

Fitur BIOS

Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)

RESET (Switch Atur Ulang):

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