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  • Page 1 Z97-C...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii Z97-C specifications summary ................. ix Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 5X Protection................1-2 1.1.3...
  • Page 4 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration............. 3-44 Monitor menu ................... 3-44 Boot menu ....................3-48 Tool menu ....................3-54 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-54 3.9.2 ASUS Overclocking Profile ............3-55 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-56 3.10 Exit menu ....................3-57 3.11...
  • Page 5 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ....5-7 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® ..............5-8 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation ..5-8 ® Appendices Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-4...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

  • Page 9: Z97-C Specifications Summary

    * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at x16 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot* (max.
  • Page 10 - ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Short circuit damage prevention - ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.5x long lifespan with excellent durability - ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3x more durable corrosion-resistant...
  • Page 11 Z97-C specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS AI Charger - ASUS GPU Boost, 2-level GPU Boost switch - ASUS AI Suite 3...
  • Page 12 CPU fan installed and switches to the control mode automatically. 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.7, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.8, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F3 My Favorites &...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items 2 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables ASUS Z97-C Series motherboard User manual 1 x ASUS I/O Shield Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components Intel ® LGA1150 CPU Intel LGA1150 compatible CPU Fan ® Philips (cross) screwdriver SATA hard disk drive PC chassis DIMM 1 bag of screws Power supply unit SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    SATA Express provides faster data transfer speeds of up to 6 Gb/s, allowing your system to catch up with the speed of the SSDs. It also features backward compatibility with up to two SATA drives of the same speed. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 16: Protection

    ASUS HomeCloud ASUS HomeCloud creates a world without boundaries. It lets you access your PC remotely, stream multimedia content to wherever you want, and manage all your stuff from anywhere- no matter where it’s stored. Use the built-in Wake on WAN feature to remotely wake and control your PC with a single smart device, anywhere and anytime.

  • Page 17: Other Special Features

    The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy- efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

  • Page 18: Motherboard Layout

    21.8cm(8.6in) I II KBMS_USB78 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 GPU_LED DIGI +VRM EATX12V MemOK! HDMI DRAM_LED 1442K LGA1150 USB3_56 LAN_USB3_34 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 Z97-C Intel I218V CHA_FAN3 PCIEX16_1 PCI1 Intel ® 1083 PCIEX1_2 BATTERY PCIEX16_2 Super BIOS PCI2 SATA6G_1 USB1314 PCI3 CLRTC SPDIF_OUT...

  • Page 19: Layout Contents

    16. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; USB1112; USB1314) 1-20 17. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 1-17 18. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 1-18 19. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-17 20. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-18 ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 20: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.

  • Page 21: System Memory

    (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. I II Z97-C Z97-C 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 22: Memory Configurations

    • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 23: Expansion Slots

    I II PCIEX1_1 Z97-C PCIEX16_1 PCI1 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCI3 Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCI_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCI_2 slot PCI_3 slot ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 24: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    PCI Express 3.0 operating mode VGA configuration PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 x16 (single VGA Single VGA/PCIe card recommended) Dual VGA/PCIe card • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (gray) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance.

  • Page 25: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. ASUS Z97-C 1-11...

  • Page 26: Gpu Boost Switch

    CPU Ratio Boost) CPU BCLK/ Z97-C Ratio Boost) Z97-C GPU Boost switch • The GPU Boost LED (GPU_LED) near the GPU Boost switch lights up when the GPU Boost switch is enabled. Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the GPU Boost LED.

  • Page 27: Jumpers

    CLRTC Normal Clear RTC (Default) Z97-C Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

  • Page 28: Onboard Leds

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. I II Z97-C SB_PWR Z97-C Onboard LED DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved.

  • Page 29: Internal Connectors

    If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS Z97-C 1-15...
  • Page 30 RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 Z97-C SATA6G_2 Z97-C Intel SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors ® • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].
  • Page 31 S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. I II Z97-C SPDIF_OUT Z97-C Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS Z97-C 1-17...
  • Page 32 Z97-C HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition Z97-C Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition or an AC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD] or [AC97].
  • Page 33 IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P1_D- IntA_P2_D- IntA_P1_D+ IntA_P2_D+ Z97-C USB3.0 connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • These connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows ®...
  • Page 34 USB1314 Z97-C PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 Z97-C USB2.0 connectors DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Intel Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_56, SATAEXPRESS) ®...
  • Page 35 • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes.

  • Page 36: System Panel Connector 20-8 Pin Panel

    Z97-C PIN 1 +HDD_LED- PWRSW RESET Z97-C System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin +PWR_LED-) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 37 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. I II M.2(SOCKET3) Z97-C Z97-C M.2(SOCKET3) • This socket supports M Key and type 2260/2280 storage devices. • The M.2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with SATA Express slot. Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration of this user guide for more details.
  • Page 38 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-24...

  • Page 39: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. Install the ASUS I/O-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’...
  • Page 40 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. I II Z97-C DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 41: Cpu Installation

    2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 42: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic installation...
  • Page 43 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 44: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 45: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 46: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 47: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 48: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards Chapter 2: Basic installation 2-10...

  • Page 49: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Intel LAN port (LAN)* DVI-D port ® Audio I/O ports** USB 2.0 ports 78 USB 3.0 ports 34 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. ASUS Z97-C 2-11...

  • Page 50: Lan Port Led Indications

    • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI mode or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system’s setting. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the ® USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. • Multi-VGA output supports up to three displays under Windows OS environment, two ® displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. •...

  • Page 51: Audio I/O Connections

    2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS Z97-C 2-13...
  • Page 52 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers If you are using Windows 8.1 platform, use only the gray audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic installation 2-14...

  • Page 53: Starting Up For The First Time

    Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS Z97-C 2-15...
  • Page 54 Chapter 2: Basic installation 2-16...

  • Page 55: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 56: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> or <F2> during the Power-On Self Test (POST).

  • Page 57: Ez Mode

    Displays the CPU Fan’s speed. Click Selects the boot Saves the changes and the button to manually tune the fans device priority resets the system Loads optimized default settings The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 58: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode F7 or press F7 hotkey. Q-Fan control EZ Tuning Wizard MyFavorite...

  • Page 59: Menu Bar

    This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard’s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 60: Hot Keys

    Quick Note (F9) This button above the menu bar allows you to key in notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. •...

  • Page 61: Qfan Control

    Click to activate DC Mode configured PWM Mode Select a profile to apply to Click to apply the fan setting your fans Click to undo the Click to go back to main menu changes Select to manually configure your fans ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 62: Configuring Fans Manually

    Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Click or tap to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’...

  • Page 63: Ez Tuning Wizard

    Select the CPU fan type (Box cooler, Tower cooler, or Water cooler) that you installed then click Next. If you are not sure of the CPU fan type, click I’m not sure. The system automatically detects the CPU fan type. Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto-tuning. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 64: Creating Raid

    Creating RAID To create RAID: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Click RAID then click Next. • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel SATA connectors.

  • Page 65: My Favorites

    My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Z97-C 3-11...

  • Page 66: Adding Items To My Favorites

    Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: Press <F3> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open Setup Tree Map screen. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in MyFavorites screen.

  • Page 67: Main Menu

    RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.2.7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS jumper. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default [Not Installed]. After you set a password, these items show [Installed]. ASUS Z97-C 3-13...

  • Page 68: Administrator Password

    Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 69: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. ASUS Z97-C 3-15...
  • Page 70 The value ranges depend on the value you set on BCLK Frequency. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings. CPU Core Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores.
  • Page 71 BCLK (base clock) frequency setting. Select the auto mode to apply the optimized setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR3- 1400MHz] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1800MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2000MHz] [DDR3- 2133MHz] [DDR3-2200MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] [DDR3-2600MHz] [DDR3-2666MHz] [DDR3- 2800MHz] [DDR3-2933MHz] [DDR3-3000MHz] [DDR3-3200MHz] [DDR3-3400MHz] ASUS Z97-C 3-17...

  • Page 72: Dram Timing Control

    [Keep Current Settings]. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this item to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the best energy saving condition.
  • Page 73 DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] ASUS Z97-C 3-19...
  • Page 74 DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] Third Timings...
  • Page 75 Scrambler Setting [Optimized (ASUS)] This item allows you to set the optimized mode to enhance system stability. Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] MCH Full Check [Auto] Enable this item to enhance the stability of your system. Disable this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability.
  • Page 76 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification.
  • Page 77 Allows you to set a higher current limit to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.125 to 1023.875 with a 0.125 interval. ASUS Z97-C 3-23...
  • Page 78 CPU Internal Power Switching Frequency Frequency Tuning Mode [Auto] This item allows you to increase or decrease the switching frequency of the internal regulator. Decrease the switching frequency to reduce the power consumption or increase the switching frequency to enhance voltage stability. When this item is set to [+] or [-], the Frequency Tuning Offset appears that allows you to set its value from 0% to 6%.
  • Page 79 [–] To offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU Core Voltage Offset Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001 V to 0.999 V with a 0.001 V interval. ASUS Z97-C 3-25...
  • Page 80 • The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Adaptive Mode]. • [Adaptive Mode] is available for some specific CPU types. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores when running in turbo mode.
  • Page 81 The values range from 0.001V to 1.920 V with a 0.001 V interval. Total Adaptive Mode CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] This item sums up the voltages of the CPU Graphics Voltage offset and Additional Turbo Mode CPU Graphics Voltage options. ASUS Z97-C 3-27...
  • Page 82 CPU System Agent Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] To offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU System Agent Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed to the system agent of the CPU including its PCIE controller and the PCU (power control unit).
  • Page 83 This item allows you to enhance the BCLK overclocking capability or reduce the EMI (electromagnetic disturbance) generated by the BCLK. Set this item to [Enabled] for EMI reduction, or set this item to [Disabled] to enhance BCLK overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-C 3-29...

  • Page 84: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-30...

  • Page 85: Cpu Configuration

    CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Execute Disable prevents certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks when combined with a supporting OS (SuSE Linux 9.2, RedHat Enterprise 3 Update 3). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-C 3-31...
  • Page 86 Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hardware Prefetcher(L2 Cache) [Enabled] This item allows the CPU to prefetch commands and data in the L2 cache, reduces the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance.

  • Page 87: Pch Configuration

    This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed. When set to [Gen1], the PCI-E port runs at PCI-E 1.0 speed. When set to [Gen2], the PCI-E port runs at PCI-E 2.0 speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] ASUS Z97-C 3-33...

  • Page 88: Intel Smart Connect Technology

    Intel Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology. ® Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ® The following items appear only when you set the Intel Rapid Start Technology to [Enabled]. Entry on S3 RTC Wake [Enabled] The system automatically wakes up and set to Rapid Start Technology S3 mode.

  • Page 89: Pch Storage Configuration

    This item allows you to set the SATAExpress SRIS support. [Auto] The system automatically adjust the SRIS (Separate Reference Clock Independent Spread Spectrum Clocking Architecture) support for connected SATA Express devices. [Disabled] Select this option for ASUS RUNWAY SATA Express bridge card. ASUS Z97-C 3-35...
  • Page 90 SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] This item allows you to set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface).

  • Page 91: System Agent Configuration

    [Enabled] CPU Graphics Multi-Monitor [Disabled] This item allows you to empower both integrated and discrete graphics devices for the multi-monitor output. The CPU graphics shared system memory size is fixed at 64 MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-C 3-37...

  • Page 92: Usb Configuration

    DMI Configuration This item allows you to control various DMI (direct media interface) to run at PCI-E 2.0 speed. DMI Gen 2 [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to run DMI at PCI-E 2.0 speed. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] NB PCI-E Configuration This item allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings.

  • Page 93: Platform Misc Configuration

    This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform-related features. ASUS Z97-C 3-39...
  • Page 94 ASPM to take effect. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PEG ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy-saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [ASPM] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] [Auto]...

  • Page 95: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to an SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to an HDMI audio output. ASUS Z97-C 3-41...

  • Page 96: Serial Port Configuration

    Depop [Enabled] [Enabled] Allows you to enable the Depop. [Disabled] Enables the Depop. PCI-EX16_2 Slot (black) Bandwidth [X2 mode] [X2 mode] This item allows your system to run at X2 mode for system resource optimization with the SATAEXPRESS_1 disabled. [X4 mode] This item allows your system to run at X4 mode for high performance support with the SATAEXPRESS_1 and USB3_E56 disabled.

  • Page 97: Apm Configuration

    This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC (Real-Time Clock) to generate a wake event and configure the RTC alarm date. When enabled, you can set the days, hours, minutes, or seconds to schedule an RTC alarm date. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-C 3-43...

  • Page 98: Network Stack Configuration

    3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration Network stack [Disable] This item allows you to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE wake event.
  • Page 99 Set to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. ASUS Z97-C 3-45...
  • Page 100 CPU Upper Temperature [70] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 25°C to 75°C. CPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%.
  • Page 101 This item allows you to enable or disable the OVP (Over Voltage Protection) and UVP (Under Voltage Protection) functions. This causes the system to automatically shut down when the voltage exceeds the safe range that protects the motherboard’s components. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-C 3-47...

  • Page 102: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] This item allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] This item allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabled].
  • Page 103 This item allows you to select a desired POST report waiting time. Configuration options: [1 sec] - [10 sec] [Until Press ESC] Bootup NumLock State [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable power-on state of the NumLock. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Z97-C 3-49...
  • Page 104 Option ROM Messages [Enabled] [Enabled] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed during POST. [Disabled] Disables the ROM messages and displays only the ASUS logo during POST. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] This item allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by the option ROMs.

  • Page 105: Secure Boot

    The system verifies the PK before your system enters the OS. Delete PK This item allows you to delete the PK from your system. Once the PK is deleted, all the system’s Secure Boot keys will not be active. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] ASUS Z97-C 3-51...
  • Page 106 Load Default PK Select Yes to load the system default PK or select No to load a downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx).

  • Page 107: Boot Option Priorities

    OS in Safe Mode, press <F8 > after POST (Windows 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These item displays the available devices. The number of device items that appear on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.

  • Page 108: Tool Menu

    3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 109: Asus Overclocking Profile

    3.9.2 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load from Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.

  • Page 110: Asus Spd Information

    3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-56...

  • Page 111: Exit Menu

    <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. Launch EFI Shell from USB device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices. ASUS Z97-C 3-57...

  • Page 112: Updating Bios

    ® ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive.

  • Page 113: Asus Ez Flash 2

    3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 114: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at http://support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 115: Asus Bios Updater

    3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. The screen captures used in this section are for reference only and may not be exactly the same as actually shown on your computer screen.
  • Page 116 On the BIOS Updater screen, press <Tab> to switch from Files panel to Drives panel then select D:. ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: Z97-C BOARD: Unknown VER: 0410 (H :00 B :00) VER:...
  • Page 117 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 3.10 Exit menu for details. ASUS Z97-C 3-63...
  • Page 118 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-64...

  • Page 119: Chapter 4: Software Support

    ® 32-bit/64-bit Windows 8.1 operating systems (OS). ® • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The setup procedures presented in this chapter are for reference only. Refer to Windows operating system ® documentation for detailed information. Support DVD information The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Ensure that you have an Administrator account before running the support DVD in Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 8.1 operating systems. ® ® ® To run the support DVD: Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click or tap Run ASSETUP.EXE. If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or tap \\bin\ASSETUP.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. ASUS Z97-C...
  • Page 120 RAID/AHCI driver disk. Click or tap to display the The Utilities menu ASUS contact shows the applications information. and other software that the motherboard supports. Click or tap an icon to display...

  • Page 121: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files. ® To read about your motherboard’s utility guide: Click or tap Manual tab > ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide. From the Manual folder, open the folder of the software manual that you wish to read. Some software manuals are provided in different languages. Open the language’s folder to view the software manual. The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual software manuals containing in the support DVD vary by models. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 122: Software Information

    Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite 3 Ensure that you have an Administrator account before installing AI Suite 3 in Windows 7, ® Windows 8, or Windows 8.1 operating systems. ® ® To install AI Suite 3 on your computer: Windows 7 OS ® Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click or tap Run ASSETUP.exe then select the Utilities tab. The main screen of the AI Suite 3 is for reference only and vary with models. 3. From the Utilities tab, click or tap AI Suite 3 then follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 123 Go to the Start Screen then click or tap the Desktop app. On the lower left corner of the Desktop, click or tap File Explorer then select your DVD drive and tap or double-click or tap the Setup application. Launching AI Suite 3 Windows ® 7 OS From the Desktop, click or tap Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. You can also launch AI Suite in Windows 7 by clicking or tapping on the Notification ® area. Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 OS ®...
  • Page 124 AI Suite 3 Main menu The AI Suite 3 main menu gives you easy-access controls and insight to what’s going on with your computer - allowing you to optimize performance settings while at the same time ensuring system stability. The AI Suite main menu includes is a quick-access menu bar that allows you to swiftly launch any of the integrated ASUS utilities. Click or tap on the top-right corner of the menu to launch the menu bar. Click or tap to launch AI Suite 3 menu bar The Ai Suite 3 screenshots in this section are for reference only and can vary depending on motherboard model. AI Suite 3 main menu bar USB 3.0 Boost System Information TurboV EVO DIGI+VRM Fan Xpert 3...

  • Page 125: Digi+ Vrm

    Click to apply all the changes CPU Power Phase Control Increase phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance. Reduce phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency. CPU VRM Switching Frequency Changing frequency affects the transient response and component thermal conditions. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to adjust the voltage range to control the CPU Load-line. Adjust to a high value for system performance or to a low value for power efficiency. CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of every phase component. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 126: Epu

    4.4.2 EPU is an enery-saving utility that allows you to adjust the CPU, GPU, and Fan Control settings to their power-saving conditions. Launching EPU To launch EPU, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select EPU. Click to configure the settings in Power Enables or disables Saving mode Click to configure Configured Max CPU Click to configure the the settings in Power Click to configure settings in Auto mode Performance mode the settings in Away mode...

  • Page 127: Turbov Evo

    Digital I/O, and CPU Input (VCCIN) voltages Click to save the changes into a Click to undo all the profile changes Click to apply all the Click to reset to Click to load the changes default settings saved profile ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 128: Gpu Boost

    GPU Boost Click to adjust the iGPU Max Ratio Tick Adaptive or Manual to select the CPU Graphics Voltage mode Click to save the Drag to adjust CPU changes into a profile Graphics Voltage settings Click to load the saved Click to apply all the profile changes...

  • Page 129: Usb 3.0 Boost

    Click or tap to enable UASP or Click or tap to select a USB device Turbo Mode for a faster data transfer rate Ensure to connect your USB 3.0 device to the USB 3.0 ports that support USB 3.0 Boost. Refer to section 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection of your user guide for more details. • USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.0 devices that support UASP. For a list of UASP-supported USB 3.0 devices, visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. For a higher data transfer performance, use a USB 3.0 device. ASUS Z97-C 4-11...

  • Page 130: Ez Update

    4.4.5 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s software, drivers and BIOS easily. With this utlity, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that displays during POST. Launching EZ Update To launch EZ Update, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select EZ Update. Using EZ Update Click or tap to automatically update your motherboard driver, software and firmware Click or tap to search and Click or tap to Click or tap to select a select the BIOS file update the BIOS boot logo...

  • Page 131: Fan Xpert 3

    Click and drag Click to undo the sliders to the changes adjust the fan’s responsiveness Click to go back to Click to switch between Click to apply the the previous screen the CPU and chassis changes fan screens ASUS Z97-C 4-13...
  • Page 132 Fixed RPM Mode RPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75 Click and drag to adjust the fan’s speed Click to go back Click to switch between the to the previous CPU and chassis fan screens screen • When the CPU temperature reaches 75 C, the fan will automatically run at full speed to protect the CPU. • For motherboard models without the CPU fan detection latch, only 4-pin CPU fans are controllable in Fan Xpert 3. • The Fan Xpert 3 may not be able to detect the fan speed if your fan is installed with an external control kit for rotation speed. •...

  • Page 133: Push Notice

    Tick to select the smart device Click or tap to Click or tap to apply the settings discard the settings You can also enable the Push Notice via the Push Notice shortcut on the lower-right corner of your screen. To do this, click or tap << then click or tap then select Pairing your computer and smart device To pair your computer and smart device: On your smart device, tap to launch Push Notice. Push Notice Tap Push Scan then tap the name of your computer that you want to pair with. To pair your computer and smart device, ensure that both are connected to the same wireless network. ASUS Z97-C 4-15...
  • Page 134 Setting up PC Mode alerts of your computer This feature allows you to restart, shut down, or put your computer to sleep mode and sends an alert to your smart device. Tick these to enable mode alerts Tick to select the smart device Set the day and time to enable the PC modes Set the minutes to send the alert before the PC mode/s activatation Key in your messages for more information...

  • Page 135: Sending Messages To Your Smart Device

    Viewing your computer status on your smart device Tap on your smart device to launch Push Notice. Push Notice Tap to delete PC Tap to view PC alerts mode alerts Tap to view PC status alerts Tap to view PC sent messages Tap to scan more host computers ASUS Z97-C 4-17...

  • Page 136: System Information

    4.4.8 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. Launching the System Information To launch System Information, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click or tap the MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. Viewing the CPU information Click or tap the CPU tab to view the processor’s information. Viewing the SPD information Click or tap the SPD tab to view the memory’s information. Chapter 4: Software support 4-18...

  • Page 137: Version

    4.4.9 Version This utility displays the version information of the utilities integrated in AI Suite 3. Launching Version To launch Version, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Version. ASUS Z97-C 4-19...

  • Page 138: Audio Configurations

    Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 7.1-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate ® audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability. The CODEC also includes the Realtek proprietary ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for all audio ports, eliminating cable connection ® errors, and giving users plug and play convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek Audio Driver from the support DVD that ® came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek HD Audio ® ® Manager icon on the taskbar. Double-click or tap on the icon to display the Realtek HD ® Audio Manager. Realtek ® HD Audio Manager Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows 8.1 / ® ®...

  • Page 139: Chapter 5: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 140: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 141: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. ASUS Z97-C...
  • Page 142 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Name: Volume 0 RAID Level: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Disks: dssdsdsds Strip Size:aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Capacity:aaaaaaaaaaaaaa Sync:aaaaaaaaaa Create volume [HELP] Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less.
  • Page 143 ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N) Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS Z97-C...
  • Page 144 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: [DELETE VOLUME MENU] Name...

  • Page 145: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Save changes and exit BIOS. When the Make Disk menu appears, press <1> to create a RAID driver disk. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 146: Creating A Raid Driver Disk In Windows

    5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® Start Windows ® Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. Go to the Intel AHCI/RAID Driver menu then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver path to open the RAID driver folder.

  • Page 147: Appendices

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS Z97-C...

  • Page 148: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 149 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 150: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...
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