Asus SABERTOOTH Z87 User Manual Page 1

MotherboardSABERTOOTH Z87

xStorageIntel® Z87 Express Chipset- 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (brown) with RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 support- Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Int

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.6 Platform Misc CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features.PCI Expr

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-35Chapter 33.6.7 Onboard Devices CongurationScroll down to view the other BIOS items.HD Audio Controller [Enabled][Enabled] En

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3ASM1061 Storage Controller (ES6_E12) [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the ASM1061 Storage Controller.Congur

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-37Chapter 33.6.8 APMErP Ready [Disabled]Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requi

3-38Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.9 Network StackNetwork Stack [Disable]This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack.Congur

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-39Chapter 33.7 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan setti

3-40Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto]Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan operating mode.[Advance Mode]Detects the type of CPU fan ins

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-41Chapter 3Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1/4 [600 RPM]This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and

3-42Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3ASST Fan 1/2 Profile [Standard]This item appears only when you enable the Assistant Q-Fan Control feature. It allows

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-43Chapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Boot CongurationFast Boot [Disabled][Di

xi(continued on the next page)SABERTOOTH Z87 specications summaryOther Special Features - USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission- USB

3-44Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3HW Fast Boot [Disabled]Allows the system to enable or disable the HW Fast Boot.Conguration options: [Disabled] [Ena

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-45Chapter 3Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS][Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed during the boot sequence.

3-46Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Secure BootAllows you to congure the Windows® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from u

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-47Chapter 3KEK ManagementThe KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signatu

3-48Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Append dbx from FileAllows you to load the additional dbx from a storage device so that more db’s images cannot be l

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-49Chapter 33.9 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <

3-50Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Save to ProleAllows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prole n

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-51Chapter 33.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discar

3-52Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.11 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability,

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-53Chapter 33.11.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an

xiiInternal I/O connectors 1 x Clear CMOS jumperFront panel audio connector (AAFP)System panel (Q-Connector)24-pin EATX Power connector8-pin EATX 12V

3-54Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.• DO N

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-55Chapter 33.11.3 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also all

3-56Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number.4. At the

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-57Chapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your

3-58Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-1Chapter 4Software support4If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necess

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-3Chapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions belo

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-5Chapter 4Launching AI Suite 3Windows® 7 OSFrom the Desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suit

xiiiUser ManualASUS SABERTOOTH Z87 motherboardTechnical documentations, certication and warranty cardSupport DVD4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x AS

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4AI Suite 3 Main menuThe AI Suite 3 main menu gives you easy-access controls and insight to what’s going on with

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-7Chapter 44.3.2 Thermal Radar 2The Thermal Radar 2 comes with these four utilities in one interface:Thermal Tuning, Thermal Stat

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Fan ControlThe Fan Control utility provides an easy-to-use preset fan proles that automatically tweaks the fan

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-9Chapter 4Customizing the fan settingsYou can customize your fan’s speed using the Smart Mode and RPM (rotations per minute) Mode

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4DIGI+ Power ControlDIGI+ Power Control utility allows you to adjust the CPU and DRAM power settings for an opt

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-11Chapter 4Adjusting the DRAM powerClick or tap to go back to main screenClick or tap to apply the changesClick or tap to undo th

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.3 Remote GO!Remote GO! is an ASUS-exclusive Wi-Fi utility that allows you to wirelessly stream your media

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-13Chapter 4Click or tap to set a password• Launch Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote on your smart device to use the Wi-Fi GO! & NFC

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Remote GO! functionsq Cloud GO!: Allows you to remotely control and sync your les across multiple cloud ser

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-15Chapter 4Using Cloud GO!1. From the Remote GO! screen, click or tal Cloud GO!2. Tick I Agree then click or tal Enter to acces

xivInstallation tools and components1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriverPC chassis Power supply unitIntel® LGA1150 CPU Intel® LGA1150 compatibl

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Click or tap to select media le typeMedia les paneDisplays the target receiver’s name and the media le curr

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-17Chapter 4Transferring les from your computer to your smart deviceTo transfer les from your computer to your smart device, rig

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 USB 3.0 BoostUSB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically spe

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-19Chapter 44.3.5 EZ UpdateEZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, drivers a

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 Network iControlNetwork iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage y

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-21Chapter 4EZ Prole screenTick to assign a schedule of your network programs to avoid network congestionsClick or tap to save th

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.7 USB BIOS Flashback WizardUSB BIOS Flashback Wizard allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-23Chapter 4To download the updated BIOS:1. From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click Check for New BIOS Update. Wait for the sy

4-24Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.8 USB Charger+USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge your portable USB devices even if your computer is

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-25Chapter 44.3.9 System InformationThis utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory sett

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-1Chapter 1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsLGA1150 socket for 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7/In

4-26Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Viewing the SPD informationFrom the System Information screen, click SPD tab to view the memory’s information.

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z874-27Chapter 4A. Realtek® HD Audio Manager for Windows® 8 / Windows® 7Conguration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connect

4-28Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z875-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0

5-2Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal perf

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z875-3Chapter 55.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilit

5-4Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and pres

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z875-5Chapter 55. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the sel

5-6Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Deleting a RAID setBe cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z875-7Chapter 5Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo exit the utility:1. From the utility main menu, selec

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Intel® Smart Response TechnologyIntel® Smart Response Technology, an important part of Green ASUS eco-frien

5-8Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z87A-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operat

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

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z87A-3AppendicesREACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory frame

A-4AppendicesAppendicesBluetooth Industry Canada StatementThis Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment re

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z87A-5AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-

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

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-3Chapter 11.1.3 “TUF Engine” Power DesignDigital Power ControlASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1.5 ASUS EZ DIYASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode)ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the rst mo

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-5Chapter 11.1.6 ASUS Exclusive FeaturesRemote GO!ASUS Remote GO! leads the way to a more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS

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

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1.7 Other special featuresDisplayPort SupportDisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that de

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-7Chapter 1• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.• Before handling components, use a ground

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel conn

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-9Chapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-322. CPU, optiona

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-11Chapter 1Recommended memory congurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inl

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-13Chapter 1SABERTOOTH Z87 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2666 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 2200 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-15Chapter 1DDR3 1866 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)2 4C

iiiContentsSafety information ... viAbout this guid

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-17Chapter 1Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)2 4KINGSTON KVR16N11/4 4G

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-19Chapter 1Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support:(1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Sin

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so ma

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-21Chapter 1• We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to th

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.6 Onboard buttonsOnboard buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-cas

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-23Chapter 1Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button.2. DirectKey buttonThis feature allows your system to go t

1-24Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.7 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-25Chapter 11.2.8 Onboard LEDs1. POST State LEDsThe POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Powe

iv2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections ...2-122.3.1 Rear I/O connection ...

1-26Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.9 Internal connectors1. Intel® Z87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [brown])These co

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-27Chapter 12. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12 [beige])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s

1-28Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital In

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-29Chapter 1DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!You can connect the front pane

1-30Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 16. CPU, optional, chassis, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-31Chapter 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module th

1-32Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with AT

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z871-33Chapter 1• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable

1-34Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 111. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which sec

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z872-1Chapter 2Basic installation22.1 Building your PC system2.1.1 Motherboard installationThe diagrams in this section are for refe

v4.2.1 Running the support DVD ...4-14.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals...

2-2Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 23. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.DO NOT ove

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z872-3Chapter 22.1.2 CPU installationEnsure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU d

2-4Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z872-5Chapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly

2-6Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2To remove a DIMM2.1.4 DIMM installation

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z872-7Chapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connectionOR OR

2-8Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.6 SATA device connectionOROR

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z872-9Chapter 22.1.7 Front I/O ConnectorTo install ASUS Q-ConnectorIDE LEDPOWER SWRESET SWHDD LED-HDD LED+PWRResetGroundGroundUSB 2.0

2-10Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.8 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z872-11Chapter 2• Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or use the CLR_CMOS jumper while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise updat

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

2-12Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.3.1 Rear I/O connection* and **: Refer to the tables on the

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z872-13Chapter 2• USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to

2-14Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo Speakers2.3.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O portsConnect to

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z872-15Chapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel Speakers

2-16Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers2.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, repla

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z872-17Chapter 2BIOS Beep DescriptionOne short beep VGA detectedQuick boot set to disabledNo keyboard detected One continuous beep fol

2-18Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-1Chapter 3The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you s

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an

viiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gu

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settin

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-5Chapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main sh

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 My FavoritesMyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items.Las

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-7Chapter 33.4 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu pr

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passwo

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-9Chapter 3To change a user password:1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Enter Current Password

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequ

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-11Chapter 3If you assign a value for 2-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto].3-Core Ratio Limit [Auto]Sel

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM Timing ControlThe subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> or

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-13Chapter 3DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [255]DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto]Conguration optio

viiiConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.DA

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D1) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [15]DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1D0 [Auto]Conguration options: [A

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-15Chapter 3MISCMRC Fast Boot [Auto]Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot.Conguration options: [Au

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3The following items appear only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to [Auto].VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled]Enabl

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-17Chapter 3CPU Power Thermal Control [130]A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclockin

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Turbo Mode ParametersLong Duration Package Power Limit [Auto]Allows you to limit the Turbo Ratio’s time duration tha

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-19Chapter 3Power Decay Mode [Auto]Allows your system to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator a

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Extreme OV [Disabled]Disable this item to help protect the CPU from being burned by Over Voltage. When you enable th

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-21Chapter 3CPU Cache Voltage OffsetAllows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset. By default, this item takes the standard value

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU System Agent Voltage Offset [Auto]Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the system agent of the pr

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-23Chapter 3DRAM Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. You can use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value

ixSABERTOOTH Z87 specications summaryCPU LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron®

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Clock Crossing Reset Voltage [Auto]Allows you to increase the value of the clock crossing reset voltage when the ris

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-25Chapter 33.6 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Be cau

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.T

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-27Chapter 3Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled]When set to [Enabled] a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU C6 Report [Enabled]Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system.Conguration option

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-29Chapter 3Intel Rapid Start Technology [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable Intel® Rapid Start Technology.Conguration opti

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.3 SATA CongurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-31Chapter 33.6.4 System Agent CongurationAllows you to congure the System Agent Conguration parameters.S.M.A.R.T. Status Chec

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Render Standby [Auto]Allows you to enable the Intel® Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU power use when t

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z873-33Chapter 33.6.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item shows