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ECS Z97 MACHINE User Manual

ECS Z97 MACHINE
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Z97-MACHINE USER MANUAL
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Preface
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The
manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents
hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this
publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without
obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners
and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits
governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

ECS Z97 MACHINE Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorATX
Socket TypeLGA 1150
ChipsetIntel Z97
Memory TypeDDR3
Max Memory32GB
Memory Slots4
Storage Interface6 x SATA 6Gb/s
Memory StandardDDR3 1066/1333/1600/1866/2133/2200/2400/2666/2800/2933/3000 (OC) MHz
M.21 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)
USB 3.06 (4 rear, 2 via header)
USB 2.06 (2 rear, 4 via header)
AudioRealtek ALC1150

Summary

Introducing the Motherboard

Specifications

Details the CPU, chipset, memory, expansion slots, storage, audio, LAN, and I/O specifications.

I/O Ports

Describes the rear panel input/output ports, their functions, and connectivity.

Installing the Motherboard

Safety Precautions

Outlines essential safety measures to follow before and during motherboard installation.

Hardware Installation

Details the installation process for key hardware components like CPU, cooler, memory, and add-on cards.

Using BIOS

Updating the BIOS

Provides a step-by-step guide on how to download and install updated BIOS versions for the motherboard.

AMD CrossFireX™ Technology Support

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology RAID Configuration

Managing RAID Sets

Covers creating, deleting, and resetting RAID volumes, including data loss warnings.

Trouble Shooting

Startup Problems During Assembly

Addresses issues like no power, no display, or sudden shutdowns during initial PC assembly.

Startup Problems After Prolonged Use

Covers troubleshooting common startup issues that may arise after extended periods of PC usage.

Troubleshooting Flowcharts and Codes

Includes a basic troubleshooting flowchart and a list of POST code checkpoints for diagnosing issues.

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