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General| Chipset | Intel Z87 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | ATX |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1150 |
| Maximum Memory | 32GB |
| PCI Express x16 Slots | 2 |
| PCI Express 3.0 x16 | 1 |
| PCI Express 2.0 x16 | 1 |
| PCI Express x1 | 2 |
| PCI Slots | 3 |
| SATA Ports | 6 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| USB Ports | 6 x USB 3.0, 8 x USB 2.0 |
| Multi-GPU Support | AMD CrossFireX |
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Memory Standard | DDR3 1066/1333/1600 |
| Audio | Realtek ALC1150 |
| LAN | Killer E2205 Gigabit LAN |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Power Connectors | 24-pin ATX main power connector, 8-pin ATX 12V power connector |
Copyright information for the document.
List of registered trademarks mentioned in the manual.
Details of changes made in document revisions.
Information about the MSI+ smartphone application.
How to get technical assistance and support resources.
Crucial safety precautions for handling and using the equipment.
Regulatory statement regarding FCC compliance for radio frequency interference.
Declaration of conformity with European Union safety directives.
Information on compliance with radiation exposure limits.
Compliance statement for European Community RF exposure requirements.
Wireless compliance statements specific to Taiwan.
Compliance statement for Japan VCCI Class B technical equipment.
Warning statements regarding radio frequency interference in Korea.
Guidelines for battery disposal and recycling across different regions.
Information on chemical substances used in products, per regulations.
Statement regarding the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
Introduction to the Z87/H87/B85 GAMING Series ATX motherboards.
Lists the components included in the motherboard package.
Lists optional accessories that may be purchased separately.
Crucial guidelines for safe and proper assembly of computer components.
Detailed specifications of the motherboard's CPU, chipset, memory, and slots.
Diagram showing motherboard connector locations for easy identification.
Details on the ports and connectors on the motherboard's back panel.
Overview and introduction to LGA 1150 CPU installation.
Step-by-step visual guide for installing the CPU and heatsink.
Visual guide for installing memory modules and Dual-Channel rules.
Guide for installing motherboard mounting screw holes and standoffs.
Instructions for connecting ATX power supply connectors to the motherboard.
Information on PCIe and PCI expansion slots for add-on cards.
Step-by-step guide for installing a graphics card into expansion slots.
Instructions for installing and configuring AMD CrossFire for multi-GPU setups.
Guide to connecting SATA devices like HDDs and SSDs to internal headers.
Details on connecting CPU and system fans to motherboard headers.
Guide for connecting front panel switches and LEDs to motherboard headers.
Instructions for connecting USB 2.0 devices via internal headers.
Instructions for connecting USB 3.0 devices via internal headers.
Guide for connecting an optional TPM module to the motherboard.
Connects to chassis intrusion switch for security alerts.
Connects the front panel audio jacks to the motherboard.
Optional connector for parallel port brackets.
Connects serial devices via internal serial port header.
Procedure to clear CMOS settings using the JBAT1 jumper.
Guide to installing motherboard drivers and utilities using Total Installer.
Overview of installation diagrams and video demonstrations for components.
Step-by-step visual guide for CPU installation into the socket.
Visual guide for installing memory modules into DIMM slots.
Visual guide for installing the motherboard into the computer case.
Visual guide for connecting power supply connectors to the motherboard.
Visual guide for installing SATA Hard Disk Drives.
Visual guide for installing mSATA Solid State Drives.
Guide for installing front panel connectors (power, reset, LEDs, audio).
Guide for installing USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 internal connectors.
Step-by-step guide for installing a graphics card into expansion slots.
Introduction to the UEFI BIOS interface and its main functions.
Instructions on how to access the BIOS setup utility from the system.
Description of the main BIOS screen elements and menu options.
How to navigate and control BIOS settings using mouse and keyboard.
Configuring system date, time, and viewing SATA port/system information.
Detailed configuration options for PCI, ACPI, peripherals, and network.
Configuring system boot order, boot mode, and security features.
Setting administrator, user passwords, and U-Key for system security.
Options for saving changes, exiting BIOS, and restoring default settings.
Advanced settings for CPU, DRAM, and Ring frequencies for overclocking.
Procedure for updating BIOS using a USB flash drive.
Managing and saving overclocking profiles to USB for easy recall.
Monitoring system temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages within the BIOS.
Configuring Realtek HD Audio Manager settings and features for optimal sound.
Diagrams showing default audio back panel jack configurations for speaker setups.
Overview of Intel RAID controller, its features, and RAID levels.
How to use the Intel RAID Option ROM for configuring RAID arrays.
Procedures for creating, deleting, and resetting RAID volumes.
Procedure to delete a RAID volume and its associated data.
Resetting RAID disks to their original non-RAID state.
Configuring recovery volume modes for RAID arrays.
Procedures for handling missing or failed hard drive members in RAID.
Enabling SSD caching for system performance acceleration using Intel RST.
Manually synchronizing data between cache and main disks for data integrity.
Supported OS, user permissions, and Windows Update settings for Intel SBA.
Step-by-step guide for installing Intel Small Business Advantage software.
Overview of the Intel SBA control panel and its configuration options.
Configuring password and security questions for Intel SBA.
Location and function of the help button within the Intel SBA GUI.
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