Chapter 1: Product Introduction

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Product introduction

1.1Special features

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Product highlights

 

LGA1150 socket for 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel®

 

Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors

 

This motherboard supports 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3,

 

Pentium®, and Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package. It provides great graphics and

 

system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0

 

expansion slots.

 

Intel® Z87 Express Chipset

 

Intel® Z87 Express Chipset is a single chipset that supports the LGA1150 socket for 4th

 

generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron®

 

processors. It utilizes serial point-to-point links, which increases bandwidth and enhances

 

the system’s performance. It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to ten times

 

faster transfer rate than USB 2.0 and enables the iGPU function for Intel® integrated graphics

 

performance.

 

 

 

PCI Express® 3.0

 

PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the PCI Express bus standard that provides twice the

 

performance and speed of PCIe 2.0. It provides optimal graphics performance, unprecedented

 

data speed, and seamless transition with its complete backward compatibility to PCIe 1.0/2.0

 

devices.

 

 

 

Dual-Channel DDR3 2800 (O.C.) / 2666 (O.C.) / 2600 (O.C.) / 2500 (O.C.) / 2400

 

(O.C.) / 2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (OC.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1800 (O.C.) / 1600 /

 

1333 MHz Support

 

The motherboard supports dual-channel DDR3 memory featuring data transfer rates of

 

DDR3 2800 (O.C.) / 2666 (O.C.) / 2600 (O.C.) / 2500 (O.C.) / 2400 (O.C.) / 2200 (O.C.) /

 

2133 (OC.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1800 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 MHz to boost the system’s

 

performance, and to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of 3D graphics, multimedia, and

 

Internet applications.

 

Quad-GPU SLI and CrossFireX™ Support

 

 

 

 

This motherboard features the most powerful Intel® Z87 platform that optimizes PCIe

 

 

allocation in a multi-GPU SLI or CrossFireX™ solution, giving you a brand-new gaming

 

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ASUS Z87-WS

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Z87-WS, 90SB0390M0AAY0, Z87WS, Z87C specifications

Asus, a leading player in the technology marketplace, has designed a range of motherboards catering to various user needs. The Asus Z87C and Z87WS exemplify innovation with their feature sets and performance capabilities, appealing to both gamers and professionals alike.

The Asus Z87C motherboard is built upon the Intel Z87 chipset, which supports the latest 4th generation Intel Core processors. Its dual-channel DDR3 memory enables support for up to 32GB RAM, ensuring high performance and multitasking capabilities. This board is designed with three PCIe 3.0 slots, allowing for multiple graphics cards, thus enhancing the gaming and graphic rendering experience. The addition of SATA 3 and USB 3.0 ports provides fast data transfer rates, which is essential for modern storage solutions.

Furthermore, the Z87C incorporates the Asus exclusive DIGI+ VRM technology, which enhances power delivery and thermal performance, ensuring stability during intense operations. With its AI Suite, users have access to various tuning and monitoring features, enabling easy system overclocking and resource management.

On the other hand, the Asus Z87WS is engineered with professional users in mind, particularly in workstations that require higher processing power and reliability. This motherboard supports Intel's Xeon processors and advanced graphics configurations, making it suitable for demanding applications in fields such as CAD and digital content creation.

The Z87WS boasts an impressive feature set, including dual Intel LAN ports for enhanced network performance and redundancy. It also comes equipped with a Thunderbolt header for lightning-fast connectivity with compatible devices. Like the Z87C, the Z87WS leverages digital power design that assures voltage stability and efficiency.

Both motherboards come with robust audio systems courtesy of the Realtek ALC892/1150 codec, ensuring an immersive audio experience. Additionally, they feature a comprehensive BIOS that provides all the necessary tools for system customization, ranging from memory tweaks to fan speed controls.

Overall, the Asus Z87C and Z87WS are manifestations of cutting-edge technology and engineering, tailored to provide high performance, stability, and flexibility for both gamers and professionals in demanding environments. Each model emphasizes reliability and advanced features, making them suitable choices for users seeking outstanding computing performance.
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