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General| Socket | LGA 1150 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel Z97 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB |
| PCI Express x16 | 3 |
| SATA 6Gb/s | 6 |
| SATA Express | 1 |
| M.2 | 1 |
| USB 3.0 | 6 |
| Audio | Realtek ALC1150 |
| RAID Support | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Memory Speed | DDR3-3300(OC) |
| PCI Express x1 | 4 |
| USB 2.0 | 4 |
Crucial guidelines for safe operation and handling of the equipment.
Important safety and handling guidelines for assembling the computer.
Details CPU, Chipset, Memory, Expansion Slots, and Onboard Graphics.
Details LAN, Back Panel, Internal Connectors, I/O Controller, and BIOS Features.
Information on CPU installation and the LGA 1150 processor.
Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and its heatsink correctly.
Guide to installing memory modules and understanding dual-channel population rules.
Guide to connecting ATX power supply connectors to the motherboard.
Guide to installing motherboard drivers and bundled software utilities.
Step-by-step visual guide for installing the CPU.
Step-by-step visual guide for installing memory modules.
Visual guide for installing the motherboard into the computer case.
Visual guide for connecting power supply connectors to the motherboard.
Step-by-step visual guide for installing a graphics card.
Instructions on how to access and enter the BIOS setup menu.
Explanation of BIOS control methods using mouse and keyboard hotkeys.
Step-by-step guide for updating the BIOS using the M-FLASH utility.
Settings for boot mode, security, and chassis intrusion detection.
Options for saving changes, discarding them, restoring defaults, and boot override.
Introduction to overclocking and CPU ratio settings.
Configuration of Intel SpeedStep, Turbo Boost, OC Genie, and overclocking profiles.
Detailed settings for CPU ratio, base clock, and PCIe PLL for overclocking.
Configuration for DRAM frequency, XMP profiles, and memory timings.
Advanced DRAM settings and CPU voltage controls.
Settings for CPU and DRAM voltage protection and frequency control.
Detailed control modes and offsets for various CPU voltages.
Settings for CPU features like Hyper-Threading and memory information.
Settings for CPU power saving states, Turbo Boost limits, and frequency.
Guide to using M-FLASH for updating BIOS and ME from USB.
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