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General| Socket | LGA 1150 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel Z97 |
| Form Factor | Micro ATX |
| Memory Type | DDR3 |
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 32 GB |
| PCIe 3.0 x16 | 1 |
| PCIe 2.0 x16 | 1 |
| PCIe 2.0 x1 | 2 |
| SATA 6Gb/s | 6 |
| SATA Express | 1 |
| M.2 | 1 |
| USB 3.0 Ports (Rear) | 4 |
| USB 3.0 (Header) | 1 |
| USB 2.0 Ports (Rear) | 4 |
| USB 2.0 (Header) | 2 |
| Audio Chipset | Realtek ALC1150 |
| Memory Standard | DDR3 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz |
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| LAN | Killer E2205 |
| Audio | 7.1-Channel |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 |
| Multi-GPU Support | AMD CrossFire |
Crucial guidelines for safe handling and operation of the motherboard.
Important safety and handling guidelines before component assembly.
Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard.
Overview of available BIOS functionalities.
Introduction to the CPU and its socket.
Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and heatsink.
Information on installing RAM modules.
Instructions for securing the motherboard in the case.
Guidance on connecting the power supply unit.
Details on connecting ATX power connectors.
Overview of onboard buttons like Power, Reset, OC Genie.
Instructions for clearing CMOS settings.
Guide to installing essential motherboard drivers and software.
Step-by-step visual guide for CPU installation.
Visual guide for installing RAM modules.
Visual guide for mounting the motherboard in the case.
Visual guide for connecting power cables.
Visual guide for installing SATA hard drives.
Visual guide for installing M.2 storage devices.
Visual guide for connecting front panel headers.
Visual guide for installing a graphics card.
Instructions on how to access the BIOS/UEFI setup.
Introduction to the BIOS interface and basic navigation.
Explains keyboard and mouse controls for BIOS settings.
Guide on how to update the motherboard BIOS.
Section for configuring system settings and parameters.
Displays current system status, date, time, and hardware info.
Section for advanced system configuration and tuning.
Configure Windows secure boot settings for enhanced security.
Section for configuring system boot order and devices.
Choose between UEFI and Legacy boot modes.
Set the priority for bootable devices.
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