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ASRock Z87 Extreme4 manual Introduction, Package Contents

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Z87 Extreme4

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock Z87 Extreme4 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.

In this manual, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the software and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the BIOS setup.

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 modi- fications 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 mother- board, 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 Extreme4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)

•ASRock Z87 Extreme4 Quick Installation Guide

•ASRock Z87 Extreme4 Support CD

•4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)

•1 x I/O Panel Shield

•1 x ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card

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Page Disclaimer Copyright NoticeDTS, Inc., All Rights Reserved Contents Software and Utilities Operation Page Introduction Package ContentsPlatform SpecificationsGraphics LAN Bios Certifica Unique Features ASRock OMG Online Management Guard ASRock Crashless BiosASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock XFast RAMASRock Restart to Uefi ASRock Easy Driver InstallerASRock Fast Boot ASRock Interactive UefiASRock Distortion-Free Slot ASRock FAN-Tastic TuningZ87 Extreme4 Motherboard LayoutNo. Description I/O Panel Activity / Link LED Status Description Installation Installing the CPU Z87 Extreme4 English Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Dual Channel Memory Configuration Installing Memory Modules DimmEnglish Expansion Slots PCI and PCI Express Slots PCIe Slot ConfigurationsCLRCMOS1 Jumpers SetupBIOSSEL1 Pwrbtn Power Switch Onboard Headers and ConnectorsPower LED Header Please connect the chassis Pin PLED1 English ATX Power Connector Pin ATXPWR1 See p.11, No Rstbtn Smart SwitchesCode Description Dr. DebugProblem related to USB devices. Please try removing all Using the HDMI-In Port Connection Diagram Step Slitm and Quad Slitm Operation Guide Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics CardsASRock SLIBridge2S Card For Slitm and Quad Slitm mode Driver Installation and SetupCrossFire Bridge Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics CardsInstalling Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards Double-click the AMD Catalyst Control Utilities Menu Installing DriversRunning The Support CD Drivers MenuOperation Mode TuningInstalling A-Tuning Using A-TuningXFast RAM ToolsSystem Info OC TweakerTech Service System Requirements Intel Rapid Start TechnologyConfiguring Rapid Start Setup GuideDouble-click the Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager icon Using Rapid Start English Intel Smart Connect Technology Installing ASRock Smart Connect Utility Click Apply to enable Smart Connect Using Smart Connect English Intel Remote Wake Technology Configuring and Using MeshCentralCreating a Mesh Downloading and Installing Mesh Agent Click Install / Update Click on Power Actions Waking up a PC using mobile device Setup Guide Configuring and Using SplashtopUsing Remote Wakeup Using Remote Control Accessing Data Playing Video UI Overview Intel Extreme Tuning Utility IxtuBenchmarking Manual TuningSystem Information Stress TestStyle Installing Start8Configuring Start8 Start8Control ConfigureAbout DesktopUefi Menu Bar IntroductionEND Navigation KeysActive Page on Entry Main ScreenUefi Guide Advanced Turbo Load Optimized CPU OC SettingLoad Optimized GPU OC Setting OC Tweaker ScreenBCLK/PCIE Frequency CPU Configuration CPU RatioLong Duration Power Limit CPU Cache RatioPrimary Plane Current Limit Short Duration Power LimitGT Voltage Mode Dram Timing Configuration Dram Reference ClockRow Precharge Time tRP Dram Configuration Dram TweakerRAS# to CAS# Delay tRCD CAS# Latency tCLWrite to Read Delay tWTR Command Rate CRWrite Recovery Time tWR RAS to RAS Delay tRRDTWRRDDR TRDRDDRTRDRDDD TWRRDFivr Switch Frequency Offset Command Tri StateMRC Fast Boot Fivr Configuration Fivr Switch Frequency SignatureCPU Voltage Offset CPU Integrated VR FaultsCPU Integrated VR Efficiency Mode CPU Override VoltagePCH 1.5V Voltage Vcore External OffsetDram Voltage PCH 1.05V VoltageAdvanced Screen CPU Configuration Hardware Prefetcher CPU Thermal ThrottlingNo-Execute Memory Protection Intel Virtualization TechnologyChipset Configuration Onboard HD Audio Restore on AC/Power LossIgpu Multi-Monitor Render StandbySata Controllers Storage ConfigurationSata Mode Selection Sata Aggressive Link Power ManagementSata Boot ROM ASMedia SATA3 ModeIntel Rapid Start Technology Intel Smart Connect Technology Infrared Port Super IO ConfigurationSerial Port Serial Port AddressAcpi Configuration USB Mouse Power On Ring-In Power OnRTC Alarm Power On USB Keyboard/Remote Power OnLegacy USB Support USB ConfigurationUSB Controller USB 3.0 ControllerTools Instant Flash Secure Backup UefiNetwork Configuration Internet SettingDehumidifier Function Dehumidifier CPU Fan SettingSave User Default Load User DefaultHardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Setup Prompt Timeout Boot ScreenFast Boot Boot From Onboard LANAddOn ROM Display Boot Failure GuardBoot Failure Guard Count Full Screen LogoLaunch Storage OpROM Policy Launch PXE OpROM PolicyLaunch Video OpROM Policy Security Screen Supervisor PasswordUser Password Secure BootExit Screen Contact Information