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  • Page 1 Z87-C...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... iv About this guide ......................iv Z87-C specifications summary ................. vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard overview ................1-2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-4 System memory ..................1-8 Expansion slots..................1-23 Onboard buttons ..................

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 5: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 6: Z87-C Specifications Summary

    Z87-C specifications summary LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel Core™ i7/Intel Core™i5/ ® ® Intel Core™ i3, Pentium and 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.
  • Page 7 Z87-C specifications summary Intel Z87 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost ® Turbo Mode - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear panel (blue) - 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at rear panel)
  • Page 8 BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, 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 function, F3 Shortcut functions, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect)

  • Page 9: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Chapter 1 Product introduction Chapter 1: Product introduction Thank you for buying an ASUS Z87-C motherboard! ® Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your motherboard package. Refer to the specification list on page viii for the list of accessories.

  • Page 10: Motherboard Overview

    Screw holes Place eight screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS Z87-C...

  • Page 11: Motherboard Layout

    1.2.3 Motherboard layout Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 12: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th generation Intel Core™ i7 / Intel Core™ i5 / Intel Core™ i3, Pentium and Celeron ® ® ® ® ® processors. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. ASUS Z87-C...

  • Page 13: Installing The Cpu

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.
  • Page 14 ASUS Z87-C...

  • Page 15: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 16: System Memory

    A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations Install one memory module in slot A2 first as a single-channel operation. ASUS Z87-C...

  • Page 17: Memory Configurations

    1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
  • Page 18 Z87-C Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2800(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) G.SKILL F3-2800C11Q-16GTXD(XMP) 16GB (4x4GB) 11-13-13-35 1.65 • • • G.SKILL F3-2800C12Q-32GTXD(XMP) 32GB (4x8GB) 12-13-13-35 1.65 • •...
  • Page 19 DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) A-DATA AX3U2400GC4G10(XMP) 10-12-12-31 1.65 • • • Apacer 78.BAGFL.AFD0C(XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) 11-12-12-30 • • • Apacer 783BAGF3.AFD0C(XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) 11-11-11-30 • • • CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB (4x2GB)
  • Page 20 • Patriot PXD38G2133C1 1K(XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • • Patriot PXD38G2133C11 K(XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) 2133 11-11-11-27 • • • Team TLD38G2133HC11A BK(XMP) 11-11-11-31 1.65 • • • Team TXD34096M2133HC11A- 11-11-11-31 1.65 • • • V(XMP) ASUS Z87-C 1-12...
  • Page 21 DDR3 2000(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) AEXEA AXA3ES2G2000LG28V(XMP) 1.65 • • • AEXEA AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) 1.65 • • • Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB (3x2GB) 9-9-9-27 • • • Asint SLA302G08-ML2HB(XMP) Hynix...
  • Page 22 • • AE34G1609U2-U 23EY4587MB6H • • • AP38G1608U 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-28 1.65 • • • 2K(XMP) Apacer 78.B1GE3.9L10C Apacer AM5D5908DEQSCK 1.65 • • • Apacer 78.B1GET.9K00C Apacer AM5D6008BQQSCK 11-11-11-28 • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS Z87-C 1-14...
  • Page 23 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) Apacer 78.C1GET.9K10C Apacer AM5D6008 11-11- • • • BQQSCK 11-31 Apacer AHU04GFA60C9Q1D(XMP) 9-9-9-27 1.65 • • • Apacer AHU04GFA60C9Q3R(XMP) 11-11- • • •...
  • Page 24 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-24 1.35 • • • 8GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2/ 8GB (2x4GB) • • • KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T 12GB (3x4GB) 1.65 • • 1BK3/12GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1K3/ 6GB (3x2GB) 1.65 • • • 6GX(XMP) (continued on the next page) ASUS Z87-C 1-16...
  • Page 25 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) KINGSTON KHX16C10B1K2/ 16GB • • • 16X(XMP) (2x8GB) KINGSTON KHX16C9K2/16 16GB 1333-9- • • (2x8GB) 9-9-24 KINGSTON KHX16C9P1K2/16 16GB • • • (2x8GB) KINGSTON KVR16N11/4...
  • Page 26 3C9A EK Memory EKM324L28B 4GB (2x2GB) • • • P8-I13 G.SKILL 4GB (2x2GB) G.SKILL D3 128M8CE9 2GB 9-9-9-24 • • • 10600CL9D- 4GBNT G.SKILL 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-24 • • • 10666CL9D- 8GBRL (continued on the next page) ASUS Z87-C 1-18...
  • Page 27 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D- 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-24 • • • 8GBRL G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D- 8GB (2x4GB) 9-9-9-24 • • • 8GBXL GEIL GB34GB1333C7DC 4GB (2x2GB) GEIL GL1L128M8 7-7-7-24...
  • Page 28 • Power 33V02 Silicon SP004GBLTU1 S-POWER 20YT3NG 9-9-9-24 • • • Power 33V02 Team TED34096M1 Team T3D2568LT-13 • • • 333HC9 Transcend JM1333KLH-8 Transcend TK963EBF3 • • • G(623654) Transcend TS1GLK64V3 MICRON D9QBJ • • • H(620053) ASUS Z87-C 1-20...

  • Page 29: Dimm Installation

    Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 2.3.4 DIMM installation Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 30 To remove a DIMM ASUS Z87-C 1-22...

  • Page 31: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Expansion Slots PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot PCI_1 slot PCI_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCI_3 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot...

  • Page 32: Installing An Expansion Card

    After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. ASUS Z87-C 1-24...

  • Page 33: Onboard Buttons

    Onboard buttons Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open- case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Delete>...

  • Page 34: Onboard Leds

    The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. ASUS Z87-C 1-26...

  • Page 35: Jumpers

    Jumpers Clear RTC RAM jumper (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data.

  • Page 36: Connectors

    * and **: Refer to the tables for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. * LAN port LED indications ACT/LINK SPEED Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port ASUS Z87-C 1-28...

  • Page 37: Internal Connectors

    ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel 2-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange...
  • Page 38 If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS Z87-C 1-30...
  • Page 39 Intel Z87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [yellow]) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ®...
  • Page 40 • 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 the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 for better thermal environment.
  • Page 41 Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The serial port bracket (COM) is purchased separately. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports.
  • Page 42 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ASUS Z87-C 1-34...

  • Page 43: Front Panel Audio Connector

    Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. •...

  • Page 44: System Panel Connector

    Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS Z87-C 1-36...

  • Page 45: Software Support

    The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. Running Support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
  • Page 46 ASUS Z87-C 1-38...

  • Page 47: Chapter 2: Bios Information

    Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program.

  • Page 48: Asus Ez Flash

    2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility or a bootable floppy disk. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 49: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 50: Asus Bios Updater

    2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.

  • Page 51: Updating The Bios File

    At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. D:\>bupdater /pc /g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2013/02/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: Z87-C BOARD: UNKNOWN VER: 0204 VER: UNKNOWN DATE: 01/01/2013...

  • Page 52: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode screen. ASUS Z87-C...
  • Page 53 2.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hot key for the advanced BIOS settings.

  • Page 54: Advanced Mode

    For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the Monitor fan settings. Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tool For configuring options for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS Z87-C...

  • Page 55: Menu Items

    Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.

  • Page 56: My Favorites

    Favorites page. You cannot add the following items to My Favorites: • Items with submenu options • User-configurable items such as language and boot device order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. ASUS Z87-C 2-10...

  • Page 57: Main Menu

    Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. 2.4.1 System Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options.

  • Page 58: Administrator Password

    To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS Z87-C 2-12...

  • Page 59: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.
  • Page 60 Memory Profile Allows you to select the X.M.P. mode supported by your memory module. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [Profile #2] 2.5.2 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ [Enabled] User-defined memory frequency mode.
  • Page 61 2.5.3 CPU Core Ratio [Sync All Cores] Allows you to set the CPU ratio and synchronize automatically either per core or all cores. Configuration options: [Auto] [Sync All Cores] [Per Core] When the CPU Core Ratio is set to [Per Core], the following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit.

  • Page 62: Dram Timing Control

    CPU and VRM thermal conditions. Select from Level 1 to Level 8 to adjust CPU power voltage from 0% to 100%. The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. ASUS Z87-C 2-16...
  • Page 63 DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response and the thermal component conditions. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to [Manual Mode]. The thermal conditions should be monitored.

  • Page 64: Cpu Power Management

    Allows you to set a higher current limit to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.125 to 1023.875 with a 0.125 interval. ASUS Z87-C 2-18...
  • Page 65 CPU Internal Power Switching Frequency Frequency Tuning Mode [Auto] Allows you to increase or decrease the switching frequency of the internal regulator. Decrease to help consume less power or increase to help votlage stability. When this item is set to [+] or [-], the Frequency Tuning Offset appears and allows you to set its value from 0% to 6%.
  • Page 66 Allows you to set the CPU Core Voltage override. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value, The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Offset Mode]. ASUS Z87-C 2-20...
  • Page 67 Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] To offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU Core Voltage Offset Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval.
  • Page 68 You can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. 2.5.20 CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] To offset the voltage by a negative value. ASUS Z87-C 2-22...
  • Page 69 CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset [Auto] Allows you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the analog portion of the I/O on the processor. By default, this item takes the standard value of the installed CPU. Increase the amount of voltage when increasing DRAM frequency. You can use the <+>...
  • Page 70 <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.395x to 0.630x with a 0.005x interval. 2.5.28 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. ASUS Z87-C 2-24...

  • Page 71: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.
  • Page 72 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows your system to adjust the processor’s voltage and cores frequency, resulting in decreased power consumption and heat production. [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The system controls the CPU speed. ASUS Z87-C 2-26...

  • Page 73: Pch Configuration

    Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to automatically set the processor cores to run faster than the base frequency when operating below power, current and temperature specification limit. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C States Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C states. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the CPU C States to [Enabled].

  • Page 74: Intel Smart Connect Technology

    Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.6.3 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. ASUS Z87-C 2-28...

  • Page 75: System Agent Configuration

    SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface).

  • Page 76: Graphics Configuration

    Allows you to enable or disable the control of Active State Power Management on SA side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PEG - ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] ASUS Z87-C 2-30...

  • Page 77: Memory Configuration

    Memory Configuration Allows you to configure the memory configuration parameters. Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Memory Scrambler support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Memory Remap [Enabled] Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.6.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.

  • Page 78: Onboard Devices Configuration

    This slot runs at its default mode. [x2 mode] This slot runs at x2 mode with all the PCIe x1 slots enabled. [x4 mode] This slot runs at its highest performance with all PCIe x1 slots disabled. ASUS Z87-C 2-32...

  • Page 79: Apm

    Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. ® [Disabled] Disables the Realtek LAN controller. ® The following item appears only when you set the Realtek LAN Controller to [Enabled]. Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port Configuration Allows you to set the parameters of the serial ports.

  • Page 80: Network Stack

    This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z87-C 2-34...

  • Page 81: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. 2.7.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. 2.7.2 CPU Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A], CPU OPT Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A], Chassis...
  • Page 82 0% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.5 Chassis Q-Fan Control 1/3 [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. ASUS Z87-C 2-36...
  • Page 83 Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1/3 [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan 1/3 Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature.

  • Page 84: Boot Menu

    POST time. [Full Initialization] All USB devices will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. [Partial For a faster POST time, only USB ports with keyboard and mouse Initialization] connections will be detected. ASUS Z87-C 2-38...
  • Page 85 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto] Select any of these settings when PS/2 keyboard and mouse are installed. These settings only apply when Fast Boot is enabled. [Auto] For a faster POST time, PS/2 devices will only be available when the system boots up or rebooted when the PS/2 devices have not been reconnected or changed.
  • Page 86 Allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. 2.8.10 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. ASUS Z87-C 2-40...

  • Page 87: Secure Boot

    Launch CSM [Auto] [Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add-on devices. [Enabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows UEFI mode. ® [Disabled] Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows UEFI mode.
  • Page 88 Append KEK from File Allows you to load the additional KEK from a storage device for an additional db and dbx loaded management. The KEK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS Z87-C 2-42...

  • Page 89: Boot Option Priorities

    OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: ® • Press <F5> when ASUS Logo appears. • Press <F8> after POST. • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-43...

  • Page 90: Tools Menu

    2.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 91: Asus Spd Information

    We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. 2.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. DIMM Slot # [Slot 2] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot.

  • Page 92: Exit Menu

    <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. 2.10.4 ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. 2.10.5 Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of...

  • Page 93: Appendices

    Appendices Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 94: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 95: Asus Contact Information

    +1-812-282-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...
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