Asus Z87-PRO V EDITION Specifications

MotherboardZ87-PRO (V EDITION)IMPORTANT: The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth hardware module is not available on this motherboard model.

xStorageIntel® Z87 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10- 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (yellow)- Supports IntelIntel® Dynamic Storage Accelerator, IntelI

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Extreme OV [Disabled]Default set to DIsabled and help to protect CPU not been burned by Over Voltage. When set to En

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-21Chapter 3Offset Mode Sign [+][+] To offset the voltage by a positive value.[–] To offset the voltage by a negative value

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+][+] To offset the voltage by a positive value.[–] To offset the voltage

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-23Chapter 3PCH Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the Core voltage for the PCH (Platform Controller Hub). You can use the <+

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Be c

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-25Chapter 33.6.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detect

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled][Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-27Chapter 3Turbo Mode [Enabled]Allows you to set the processor cores to run faster than the base frequency when operating be

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.2 PCH CongurationPCI Express CongurationAllows you to congure the PCI Express slots. DMI Link ASPM Control [

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-29Chapter 3Active Memory Threshold [0]Key in the value for the additional partition size for Rapid Start Technology to work.

xiASUS Exclusive featuresASUS EPU- EPU, EPU switchASUS TPU- TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switchASUS Fan Xpert 2- Featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for o

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3SATA Mode Selection [AHCI]Allows you to set the SATA conguration.[Disabled] Disables the SATA function.[IDE] Set

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-31Chapter 3VT-d [Disabled]Allows you to enable virtualization technology function on memory control hub.[Enabled] Enables t

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled]Allows you to enable the iGPU Multi-Monitor. The iGPU shared system memory size will be

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-33Chapter 33.6.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item s

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-35Chapter 33.6.7 Onboard Devices CongurationScroll down to view the other BIOS items.HD Audio Controller [Enabled][Enabled

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3ASM1061 Storage Controller (SATA6G_E12) [Enabled]Allows you to select the ASM1061 storage controller operating mode.

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-37Chapter 3ErP Ready [Disabled]Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requiremen

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-39Chapter 33.7 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan

xiiASUS exclusive overclocking featuresPrecision Tweaker 2- vCore: Adjustable CPU Core voltage at 0.001V incrementvCore: Adjustable CPU Core voltage

3-40Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto]Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan operating mode.[Auto] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-41Chapter 3Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1/4 [600 RPM]This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature

3-42Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Boot CongurationFast Boot [Enabled][D

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-43Chapter 3Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled][Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POS

3-44Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Boot Logo Display [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the full screen boot logo display during POST.[Disabled] Disables the

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-45Chapter 3CSM (Compatibility Support Module)Allows you to congure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully su

3-46Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Key ManagementThis item appears only when you set OS Type to [Windows UEFI Mode]. It allows you to manage the Secure

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-47Chapter 3DB ManagementThe db (Authorized Signature database) lists the signers or images of UEFI applications, operating s

3-48Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press &

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-49Chapter 3Save to ProleAllows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prol

xiiiInternal I/O connectors1 x DirectKey button1 x DRCT (DirectKey) connector1 x BIOS Flashback button1 x EPU switch1 x TPU switch (advanced two-stage

3-50Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or disc

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-51Chapter 33.11 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stabilit

3-52Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-53Chapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 3216 format andThis function can support d

3-54Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.11.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also a

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-55Chapter 33. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number.4. At t

3-56Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart yo

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-1Chapter 4Software support4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructi

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you

xivUser ManualASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION) motherboardUser manual Support DVD4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS I/O Sh

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4AI Suite 3 main menu bar• The screeshots of AI Suite 3 in this user manual are for reference only. The actualT

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-5Chapter 4Tick to enable Group TuningClick or to adjust the Base Clock Frequency, CPU Ratio, and CPU Ring RatioClick o

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4VoltageDrag the slider to adjust DRAM, CPU Analog I/O, PCH, and CPU Input voltagesDrag the slider to adjust CPU

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-7Chapter 4EPUEPU is an enery-processing utility that allows you to adjust the CPU, GPU, and Fan Control settings to their po

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4CPU PowerYou can congure the following CPU Power items:• CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjus

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-9Chapter 4Fan Xpert 2Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks the fan speeds, and provides you with optimized fan settin

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4RPM ModeRPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75oC.Click and drag to adju

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-11Chapter 44.3.3 USB 3.0 BoostUSB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically speeds

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 USB BIOS Flashback WizardUSB BIOS Flashback Wizard allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-13Chapter 42. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click from the Save to: eld, select the USB ash drive, then click Do

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

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.5 Ai Charger+Ai Charger+ allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-15Chapter 44.3.6 EZ UpdateEZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, driv

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.7 Network iControlNetwork iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage y

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-17Chapter 44.3.8 USB Charger+USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge your portable USB devices even if your computer is off

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.9 System InformationThis utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and mem

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-19Chapter 4Viewing the SPD informationFrom the System Information screen, click SPD tab to view the memory’s information.4.3

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4A. Realtek® HD Audio Manager with DTS UltraPC II for Windows® 8 / Windows® 7Conguration option tabs (vary wi

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)4-21Chapter 4• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed softwa

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)5-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID congurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions:• Intel® Rapid Sto

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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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM u

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)5-5Chapter 55. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks th

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)5-7Chapter 5Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo exit the utility:1. From the utility main menu,

5-8Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®:1. Start Windows®.2.

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)A-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. O

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

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)A-3AppendicesREACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-1Chapter 1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsLGA1150 socket for 4th generation Intel® Core™

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

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)A-5AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone

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

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

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-3Chapter 11.1.3 ASUS Exclusive FeaturesUSB 3.0 BoostASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached

iiK8335First EditionMay 2013Copyright© 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software desc

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1AI Suite 3With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features in

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-5Chapter 1ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.• Before handling components,

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-7Chapter 1Refer to 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-442.

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-9Chapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Recommended memory congurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DD

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-11Chapter 1• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-s

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 2666(O.C.) MHz capabilityZ87-PRO (V EDITION) Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2800(O.C.)

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-13Chapter 1DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capabilityDDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing V

iiiContentsSafety information ... viAbout this guid

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket supp

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-15Chapter 1DDR3 2000(O.C.) MHz capabilityDDR3 1866(O.C.) MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. Size SS/

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1866(O.C.) MHz capabilityDDR3 1800(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.T

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-17Chapter 1(continued on the next page)DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing V

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-19Chapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optiona

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-21Chapter 1(continued on the next page)DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support:(1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-23Chapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause

iv2.4 Starting up for the rst time ... 2-172.5 Turning off the computer ...

1-24Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chass

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-25Chapter 11.2.6 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on

1-26Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 12. MemOK! buttonInstalling DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failu

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-27Chapter 1Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button.3. DirectKey buttonThis feature allows your system to

1-28Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 14. TPU switchWith its two-level adjustment functions, the TPU allows you to automatically adjusts the CPU

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-29Chapter 15. EPU switchEnable this switch to automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the p

1-30Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-31Chapter 11.2.8 Onboard LEDs1. POST State LEDsThe POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST

1-32Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 13. EPU LEDThe EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled.4. Q-Code LEDThe Q-Code LED design provid

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-33Chapter 1Q-Code tableCode Description00 Not used01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard).02 AP initialization before

v4.3 Software information ...4-34.3.1 AI Suite 3...

1-34Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Code Description5A Internal CPU error5B Reset PPI is not available5C – 5F Reserved for future AMI error c

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-35Chapter 1Code Description70 PCH DXE initialization is started71 PCH DXE SMM initialization is started72 PCH devices initia

1-36Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Code DescriptionA9 Start of SetupAA Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)AB Setup Input Wa

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-37Chapter 1ACPI/ASL CheckpointsCode Description01 System is entering S1 sleep state02 System is entering S2 sleep state03 Sy

1-38Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.9 Internal connectors1. Intel® Z87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [yellow])These c

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-39Chapter 12. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12 [dark brown])These connectors connect to Serial ATA

1-40Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 14. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12)This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for addition

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-41Chapter 15. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78; USB910; USB1112; USB1314)USB910; USB1112; USB1314) USB1314)These connecto

1-42Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 16. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4)Connect th

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-43Chapter 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O modu

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

1-44Chapter 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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)1-45Chapter 1• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED c

1-46Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 110. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which sec

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)2-1Chapter 2Basic installation22.1 Building your PC system2.1.1 Motherboard installationThe diagrams in this section are for

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)2-3Chapter 22.1.2 CPU installationEnsure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a

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

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)2-5Chapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly

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

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)2-7Chapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connectionOR OR

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

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

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)2-9Chapter 2USB 2.0AAFPTo install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connectorUSB 3.0To install USB 3.0 connector2

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

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)2-11Chapter 22.2 BIOS update utilityUSB BIOS FlashbackUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without enterin

2-12Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 21. Do not disconnect the USB ash drive or power system, or move the CLRTC jumper during the BIOS updating

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)2-13Chapter 22.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.3.1 Rear I/O connection* and **: Refer to the tables on the next

2-14Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2• The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system’s setting.• U

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)2-15Chapter 2Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo Speakers2.3.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O portsConnect to 2.1 c

2-16Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel Speakers

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)2-17Chapter 2Connect to 7.1 channel SpeakersWhen the DTS UltraPC II function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to

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

2-18Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2BIOS Beep DescriptionOne short beep VGA detectedQuick boot set to disabledNo keyboard detected One continuou

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-1Chapter 3The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-frie

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, andThe BIOS setup screens shown in t

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides y

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-5Chapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Ma

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-7Chapter 33.4 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main me

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

ASUS Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-9Chapter 3To change a user password:1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Enter Current Pas

ixZ87-PRO (V EDITION) specications summaryCPU LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™i5/ Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Cel

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-11Chapter 3If you assign a value for 2-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto].3-Core Ratio Limit [Aut

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-13Chapter 3DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [255]DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto]Conguration

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-15Chapter 3MISCMRC Fast Boot [Auto]Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot.Conguration options

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-17Chapter 3CPU Power Thermal Control [130]A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overcl

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 Z87-PRO (V EDITION)3-19Chapter 3Power Decay Mode [Auto]Allows your system to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regula