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Contents Safety information....................................................................................... iv About this guide.......................................................................................... iv Package contents........................................................................................ vi H97-PRO GAMER specifications summary............................................... vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed............................................
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.
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS Gaming Motherboard – H97-PRO GAMER Cables 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
H97-PRO GAMER specifications summary Multi-GPU Support Supports AMD® Quad-GPU CrossFireXTM technology SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking - High quality 115dB SNR stereo playback output Audio Features: Audio - SupremeFX Shielding™ Technology - ELNA premium audio capacitors - Headphone AMP - Sonic Radar II - Optical S/PDIF out port at back panel Storage Intel® H97 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel® R
H97-PRO GAMER specifications summary Interactive HomeCloud Media Streamer - Pipe music or movies from your PC to a smart TV - Media Streamer app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS7 and Android 4.0 system Gaming Scenario Steam support - Compatible with the most fun gaming platform under Windows system EZ DIY ASUS gaming features Push Notice - Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - O.C.
H97-PRO GAMER specifications summary 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0 / 2.0 connector support additional 2 USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports 3 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 for M Key, type 2260/2280 devices 1 x SATA Express connector, compatible with 2 x SATA 6.
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Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1 Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1.2 • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
H97-PRO GAMER Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 2 4 24.4cm(9.6in) CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM CPU_OPT H97-PRO GAMER CPU_LED PCIEX1_1 Intel I218V 30.5cm(12in) EATXPWR DRAM_LED VGA_LED 5 6 SATA6G_12 PCIEX16_1 PCI1 ASM 1083 SATA6G_34 Intel® H97 PCIEX1_2 7 SATAEXPRESS (SATA6G_56) BATTERY PCIEX16_2 BOOT_DEVICE_LED SUPREMEFX ALC 1150 2 1 M.
1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_FAN2, 4-pin CHA_FAN3) 3. Intel® LGA1150 CPU socket 4. 5. 6. 7. DDR3 DIMM slots USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) M.2 Socket 3 Intel® H97 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6, SATAEXPRESS) 8. Standby Power LED (SB_PWR) 9. System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL) 10. USB 2.
Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. 1.3.1 • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for the LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components.
4 5 C A B 1.3.2 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. ASUS H97-PRO GAMER E9495_H97-PRO_GAMER_Guide.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1-6 E9495_H97-PRO_GAMER_Guide.
1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. 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. DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65 V is recommended to protect the CPU. H97-PRO GAMER H97-PRO GAMER 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.
1.4.3 • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Installing a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM B 1-8 E9495_H97-PRO_GAMER_Guide.
H97-PRO GAMER motherboard memory Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz Capability Vendors Part No. AMD AG34G2401G1S 4GB Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing SS N/A 11-12-12-31 1.65V N/A DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs • • Voltage DDR3 2250MHz Capability Vendors Part No. Size KINGSTON KHX2250C9D 3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB (2x 2GB) SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs DS 1.
DDR3 1600MHz Capability Vendors Part No. APACER CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL 78.BAQEJ.9LK0C（XMP) TR3X6G1600C8D G(XMP) CML16GX3M2A1600C10 CMZ8GX3M1A1600C10(XMP) F3-12800CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) F3-12800CL10SG.SKILL 8GBXL(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2/8GX（XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2/8G KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2/8GX MICRON MT16JTF1G64AZ-1G6E1 ADATA ADDU1600W4G11-B ADATA AX3U1600W4G9-DB(XMP) ADATA AX3U1600W8G9-DB Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use. 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5.
M.2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with PCIEx1_1 & PCIEx1_2 (in PCIE mode) and SATA6G_4 (in SATA mode), and supports M Key and type 2260/2280 storage devices. Refer to section 2.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration and 2.6.7 Onboard Device Configuration of this user guide for more details. 1.5.6 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications.
1.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. H97-PRO GAMER 1 CLRTC 2 Normal (Default) 2 3 Clear RTC H97-PRO GAMER Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard combo port. This port connects to a PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard. 2. Optical S/PDIF out port. This port allows you to connect your PC to amplified speakers, headphones, or Sony/Phillips Digital Interconnect Format (S/PDIF) compliant devices. 3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. LAN (RJ-45) port.
5. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 6. HDMI port. This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 7. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D can not be converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. 8. 9. USB 3.0 ports 3, 4, 5 and 6. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • The plugged USB 3.
1.7.2 1. Internal connectors Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI RXD DTR DSR CTS COM H97-PRO GAMER H97-PRO GAMER Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 2.
3. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) H97-PRO GAMER NC AGND NC NC SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
7. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0.
9. Intel® H97 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6, SATAEXPRESS) This connector connects to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® H97 chipset.
10. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. +5V Ground Ground Speaker SPEAKER PLED- H97-PRO GAMER PLED+ +PWR_LED- PANEL +HDD_LED- PWR_SW Reset Ground PWR Ground HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- PIN 1 RESET H97-PRO GAMER 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.
11. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. M.2(SOCKET3) H97-PRO GAMER H97-PRO GAMER M.2(SOCKET3) • This socket supports M Key and 2260/2280 storage devices. • M.2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with PCIEx1_1 & PCIEx1_2 (in PCIE mode) and SATA6G_4 (in SATA mode), and supports M Key and type 2260/2280 storage devices. Refer to section 2.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration and 2.6.7 Onboard Device Configuration of this user guide for more details.
1.8 1. Onboard LEDs Standby Power LED (SB_PWR) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. H97-PRO GAMER H97-PRO GAMER Onboard LED ASUS H97-PRO GAMER E9495_H97-PRO_GAMER_Guide.
1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 7 (32-bit / 64-bit) and Windows® 8 / 8.1 (32-bit /64-bit) Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information. 1.9.
BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 3.
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into H97PROG.CAP. • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
Booting the system in DOS environment To boot the system in DOS: 1. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer then press to launch the BIOS Boot Device Select menu. 3. When the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu appears, insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device: E1: ASUS DVD-E818A6T (4069MB) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB) UEFI: (FAT) USB DISK 2.
2. On the BIOS Updater screen, press to switch from Files panel to Drives panel then select D:. ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: H97-PRO GAMER VER: 0209 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 06/04/2014 PATH: Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown C:\ C: D: FORMAN~1 H97PGM.CAP 8390626 2014-06-04 21:14:34 Drives panel Files panel Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [Esc] Exit [V] Drive Info 3.
2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode, and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, press F7. Refer to the item Setup Mode in section Boot menu for more details on how to change the default screen when entering the BIOS setup program.
Quick settings bar Configuration fields Hardware information Menu bar General help Submenu item Menu items Drop-down list Scroll bar Last modified Enters EZ settings mode Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration Main For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced Boot For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system
Pop-up window Select a menu item and press to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display the other items on the screen. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program.
2.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in MyFavorites screen. Selected shortcut items Main menu panel Submenu panel 3.
2.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides an overview of the basic system information and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. 2.4.1 System Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] [Español] [Русский] [한국어] 2.4.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 2.4.
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: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1.
2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. 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 the following items: ASUS H97-PRO GAMER E9495_H97-PRO_GAMER_Guide.
Scroll down to display the following items: Target CPU Turbo-Mode Frequency: xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU Turbo-Mode frequency. Target DRAM Frequency: xxxxMHz Displays the target DRAM frequency. Target Cache Frequency: xxxxMHz Displays the target Cache frequency. Target DMI/PEG Frequency: xxxxMHz Displays the target DMI/PEG frequency. Target CPU Graphics Frequency: xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU Graphics frequency. 2.5.
2.5.2 CPU Ratio Unlock [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ratio unlock feature of K series CPUs. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] This motherboard supports unlock CPU depending on Intel Chipset, CPU and firmware. 2.5.3 CPU Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU core ratio automatically or manually. [Auto] Sets all CPU Core Ratio to Intel® CPU default settings automatically. [Sync All Cores] Allows you to set CPU Core Ratio settings for all cores.
2.5.8 Max. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] [Auto] The CPU Graphics Maximum ratio is set to its optimized setting depending on the system loading. [Manual] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the optimal Max. CPU Graphics ratio. The value may vary depending on the system loading. 2.5.9 GPU Boost [Keep Current Settings] GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. Configuration options: [Keep Current Settings] [Enabled]. 2.5.
DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [16 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to PRE Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [255 DRAM Clock] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM CAS# Write Latency [Auto] Config
DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] 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 tRDRD [Auto] Configur
tRDWR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [31 DRAM Clock] tRDWR_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [31 DRAM Clock] tRDWR_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [31 DRAM Clock] MISC MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the MRC fast boot. [Auto] Selects the optimum MRC fast boot. [Enabled] Enables the MRC fast boot. [Disable] Disables the MRC fast boot.
2.5.12 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification 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 conditions. This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from the following percentages to boost the system performance.
2.5.13 Internal CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production.
CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you to manage the CPU integrated VR efficiency. Configuration options: [Auto] [High Performance] [Balanced] Power Decay Mode [Auto] Enable to improve power saving on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as the processor enters low current mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Idle Power-in Response [Auto] Allows you to set the idle power-in response.
2.5.15 CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core voltage. Increase the voltage when increasing the core frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Core Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core voltage override. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval.
2.5.17 CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU graphics voltage. Increase the graphics voltage when increasing the iGPU frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set the CPU graphics voltage override. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval.
2.5.20 CPU Digital I/O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the CPU digital I/O voltage offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-]. CPU Digital I/O Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU digital I/O voltage offset. Increase the value when increasing DRAM frequency. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. 2.5.21 SVID Support [Auto] Disabling SVID Support stops the processor from communicating with the external voltage regulator.
2.5.27 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.0050x interval 2.5.28 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.0050x interval 2.5.29 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2.
Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] This item allows you to protect the CPU by decreasing its frequency as it reaches the thermal throttle point. The thermal monitor includes TM1 (Thermal monitor 1), TM2 (Thermal monitor 2), and EMTTM (Enhanced Multi-threaded Thermal Monitoring).
CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU’s power. Enhanced Intel Speedstep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] [Enabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to set the processor cores to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition.
2.6.2 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration PCIe Speed [Auto] Allows you to select the PCI Express port speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] 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].
M.2 SATA mode [Disabled] [Enabled] M.2 (SATA) devices are enabled when SATA6G_4(Gray) devices are disabled. [Disabled] SATA6G_4(Gray) will be enabled when no M.2(SATA) devices are installed. SATAExpress SRIS Support [Auto] 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.
2.6.4 System Agent Configuration Vt-d [Enabled] Allows you to enable the virtualization technology fundtion on the memory controller hub (MCH). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU Display Audio [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio Device. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] DVI Port Audio [On] Allows you to enable or disable the DVI port.
Memory Configuration Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Memory Scrambler support. Memory Remap [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable remapping the memory above 4GB. [Enabled] Enables the function. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2.6.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.
The following item appears only when you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to [Enabled]. Native ASPM [Disabled] [Enabled] Windows® Vista OS controls the ASPM (active state power management) support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. PCH - PCI Express options DMI Link ASPM Control [Disabled] This item allows you to control the Active State Power Management on both NB (NorthBridge) side and SB (SouthBridge) side of the DMI Link.
SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to an SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to an HDMI audio output. SupremeFX Lighting LED [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the SupremeFX Lighting LED. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] M.2 PCIe Mode Socket [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the M.2 (PCIE Mode) socket. [Enabled] The bandwidth will be assigned to M.2 for add-on devices (PCIEX16_2 slot runs at X2 mode while PCIEX1_1 and PCIEX1_2 will be disabled). [Disabled] M.
Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Space Bar] Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.
Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv6 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled] 2.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: 2-36 E9495_H97-PRO_GAMER_Guide.
2.7.1 Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. 2.7.2 CPU Temperature, MB Temperature, VRM Temperature, PCH CORE Temperature, SENSOR Temperature [xxx°C/xxx°F] or [Ignore] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU / motherboard / VRM / PCH CORE / SENSOR temperatures. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. 2.7.
2.7.5 CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Auto] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control for 4-pin CPU fan. [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [PWM Mode] Enable the CPU Q-Fan control in PWM mode for 4-pin CPU fan. [DC Mode] Enable the CPU Q-Fan control in DC mode for 3-pin CPU fan. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [300 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 20°C, the CPU fan operates at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.6 Chassis Fan 1/ Chassis Fan 2 / Chassis Fan 3 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis fan 1/2/3/4 Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis fan 1/2/3/4 Q-Fan control feature.
Chassis Fan 1/2/3 Middle Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the chassis fan middle duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. Chassis Fan 1/2/3 Lower Temperature [40] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the chassis fans’ lower temperature. The values range from 20% to 75%. Chassis Fan 1/2/3 Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%.
2.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the following items: 2.8.1 Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enabled] Select to accelerate the boot speed. [Disabled] Select to go back to normal boot. The following four items appear when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled]. ASUS H97-PRO GAMER E9495_H97-PRO_GAMER_Guide.
SATA Support [All Devices] [All Devices] All devices connected to SATA ports will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. [Hard Drive Only] Only hard drives connected to SATA ports will be detected during POST. Any hardware change will disable fast boot. [Boot Drive Only] Only boot drive connected to SATA ports will be detected during POST. Any hardware change will disable fast boot. USB Support [Partial In...
POST Delay Time [3 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Auto] or [Full Screen]. This item allows you to select the desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup. You can only execute the POST delay time during Normal Boot. Configuration options: [0 sec] ~ [10 sec]. This feature will only work under normal boot. Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Disabled].
[Enabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. [Disabled] Disable the CSM to fully support the Windows® Security Update and Security Boot. The following four items appear when you set Launch CSM to [Enabled]. Boot Device Control [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] Allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot up.
Install Default Secure Boot keys This item allows you to immediately load the default Security Boot keys, Platform key (PK), Key-exchange Key (KEK), Signature database (db), and Revoked Signatures (dbx). When the default Secure boot keys are loaded, the PK state will change from Unloaded mode to loaded mode. Clear Secure Boot keys This item appears only when you load the default Secure Boot keys. This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys.
Delete the db Allows you to delete the db file from your system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load Default db Select Yes to load the system default db or select No to load a downloaded db from a USB storage device.. Append Default db Select Yes to append the system default db or select No to append a downloaded db from a USB storage device. DBX Management The dbx (Revoked Signature database) lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded.
2.9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. 2.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section ASUS EZ Flash 2. Setup Animator [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Setup animator. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.9.
2.9.3 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot # [Slot 1] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot. Configuration options: [DIMM_A1] [DIMM_A2] [DIMM_B1] [DIMM_B2] 2.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu.
Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address Telephone Fax E-mail Web site Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 info@asus.com.tw www.asus.com/ +86-21-38429911 +86-21-58668722, ext.9101# http://www.asus.
A-4 E9495_H97-PRO_GAMER_Guide.indb 4 Appendices 2014/6/20 16:06:05 (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Asus Computer International Date : Signature : Representative Person’s Name : Jun. 20, 2014 Steve Chang / President This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
