Z87-GD65 GAMINGMotherboardG52-78451X1Preface

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Appendix AA-4Realtek AudioHardware Default SettingThe following diagrams are audio back panel default setting.Backpanel audio jacks to 2-channel speak

Appendix AA-5 Realtek AudioBackpanel audio jacks to 6-channel speakers diagramRea rFro ntCenter & SubwooferBackpanel audio jacks to 8-channel spea

Appendix BIntel RAIDThis appendix will assist users in conguring and enabling RAID functionality and accelerating system on platforms

Appendix BB-2Intel RAIDIntroductionThe motherboard comes with the Intel RAID controller that allows you to congure SATA hard drives as RAID sets.SATA

Appendix BB-3 Intel RAIDUsing Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROMThe Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM should be integrated with the sys

Appendix BB-4Intel RAIDAfter pressing the <Ctrl> and <I> keys simultaneously, the following window will appear:Create RAID Volume Select o

Appendix BB-5 Intel RAIDIn the Disk eld, press <Enter> key and use <Space> key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume

Appendix BB-6Intel RAIDThen the following screen appears to indicate that the creation is nished.7.Go to the Create Volume eld and press <Enter&g

Appendix BB-7 Intel RAIDDelete RAID Volume Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives will be lost. Import

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Appendix BB-8Intel RAIDReset Disks to Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter> to delete the RAID volume and remove an

Appendix BB-9 Intel RAIDRecovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press <Enter> to change recovery volume mode. The fo

Appendix BB-10Intel RAIDDegraded RAID ArrayA RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 volume is reported as degraded when one of its hard drive members fails or is t

Appendix BB-11 Intel RAIDExit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system.When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click ‘Yes’.The Intel

Appendix BB-12Intel RAIDSystem Acceleration (optional)Intel® Rapid Storage Technology use a SSD as a cache. Which can store frequently used data witho

Appendix BB-13 Intel RAIDRun Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application.Click "Enable acceleration" under Accelerate.11.12.Click hereSelect

Appendix BB-14Intel RAIDRST Synchronization (optional)If you are using Maximized mode as the Acceleration mode, the data on the hard disk is not alway

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Chapter 1Getting StartedThank you for choosing the Z87-GD65 GAMING Series (MS-7845 v1.X) ATX motherboard. The Z87-GD65 GAMING Series motherboards are

Chapter 11-2Getting StartedPacking Contents* These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice.* The packing contents may vary accordi

Chapter 11-3 Getting StartedAssembly PrecautionsThe components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please

Chapter 11-4Getting StartedMotherboard SpecicationsCPU Support4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors f

Chapter 11-5 Getting StartedBack Panel Connectors1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse port2x USB 2.0 ports1x Clear CMOS button1x Coaxial S/PDIF OUT connector1x Opt

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Chapter 11-6Getting StartedSpecial FeaturesOC CertiedAudio BoostKiller EthernetMilitary Class 4OC Genie 4Click BIOS 4NVIDIA SLIAMD CrossFireLucid Vit

Chapter 11-7 Getting StartedConnectors Quick GuideCPUFAN1JFP1JAUD1JCI1PCI_E1JBAT1PCI_E2PCI_E3PCI_E4JFP2PCI_E5PCI_E6PCI_E7OC1RESET1POWER1JPWR1JUSB4SATA

Chapter 11-8Getting StartedConnectors Reference GuidePort Name Port Type PageBack Panel 1-9CPU LGA1150 CPU Socket 1-11CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3 Fan

Chapter 11-9 Getting StartedBack Panel Quick GuidePS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo PortA combination of PS/2® mouse/keyboard DIN connector for a PS/2® mouse/

Chapter 11-10Getting StartedLAN PortThe standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN). LINK/ACTLEDSPEEDLEDLED LED Status Des

Chapter 11-11 Getting StartedCPU (Central Processing Unit) ImportantOverheatingOverheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make s

Chapter 11-12Getting StartedCPU & Heatsink InstallationWhen installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessa

Chapter 11-13 Getting Started3. Align the notches with the socket alignment keys. Lower the CPU straight down, without tilting or sliding the CPU in

Chapter 11-14Getting Started ImportantConrm that the CPU heatsink has formed a tight seal with the CPU before booting your system.Whenever the CPU is

Chapter 11-15 Getting StartedMemoryThese DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visi

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Chapter 11-16Getting StartedMounting Screw HolesWhen installing the motherboard, rst install the necessary mounting stands required for an motherboar

Chapter 11-17 Getting StartedPower Supply Video DemonstrationWatch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors.http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83

Chapter 11-18Getting StartedExpansion SlotsThis motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards.PCI_

Chapter 11-19 Getting StartedVideo/ Graphics Cards If available, this motherboard takes advantage of the CPU’s integrate graphics processor, but discr

Chapter 11-20Getting StartedAMD CrossFire™ (Multi-GPU) TechnologyAMD CrossFire™ is a multi-GPU performance gaming platform. By linking together two or

Chapter 11-21 Getting StartedBoot up the computer and install the drivers and software included in your video card package. For more information, plea

Chapter 11-22Getting StartedNVIDIA® SLI TechnologyNVIDIA’s SLI (Scalable Link Interface) technology allows two or more GPUs to run in tandem within a

Chapter 11-23 Getting StartedAfter all of the hardware and software has been properly installed, reboot the system. After entering the operating syste

Chapter 11-24Getting StartedInternal ConnectorsSATA1~6: SATA Connector This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect

Chapter 11-25 Getting StartedCPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power ConnectorsThe fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboa

ivPrefacePrefaceSafety InstructionsAlways read the safety instructions carefully.Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.Keep this equipment awa

Chapter 11-26Getting StartedJFP1, JFP2: System Panel ConnectorsThese connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector is co

Chapter 11-27 Getting StartedJUSB1~3: USB 2.0 Expansion ConnectorThis connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs

Chapter 11-28Getting StartedJUSB4: USB 3.0 Expansion ConnectorThe USB 3.0 port is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer

Chapter 11-29 Getting StartedJTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module). Please refer to the TPM security

Chapter 11-30Getting StartedJAUD1: Front Panel Audio ConnectorThis connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer case

Chapter 11-31 Getting StartedVoltage CheckpointsThese voltage checkpoints are used to measure the current system voltages. A multimeter (not included)

Chapter 11-32Getting StartedButtonsThe motherboard has numerous on-board buttons to control various functions. This section will explain how to change

Chapter 11-33 Getting StartedPOWER1: Power ButtonThis button is used to turn-on and turn-o the system. Press the button once to turn-on or turn-o th

Chapter 11-34Getting StartedJumpersJBAT1: Clear CMOS JumperThere is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboar

Chapter 11-35 Getting StartedSwitchMULTI BIOS SWITCH: Multi-BIOS SwitchThis motherboard has two built-in BIOS ROMs (Labeled A and B, default BIOS ROM

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Chapter 11-36Getting StartedOC_SWITCH1: OC Genie Mode SwitchThis swtich provides two overclocking modes (Turbo Mode and Gaming Mode) for OC Genie oper

Chapter 11-37 Getting StartedLED Status IndicatorsBIOS LEDsThese LEDs are used to distinguish BIOS A or B is in operation.When the top LED lights blue

Chapter 11-38Getting StartedDebug Code LED TablePlease refer to the table below to get more information about the Debug Code LED message.Post Status02

Chapter 11-39 Getting StartedDrivers and UtilitiesAfter you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the performance

Chapter 2Quick InstallationThis chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide vid

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Chapter 22-4Quick InstallationMemory Installation123http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ

Chapter 22-5 Quick InstallationMotherboard Installation12

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Chapter 22-13 Quick InstallationGraphics Card Installationhttp://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A12

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ImportantThe items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under continuous update for better system performance. Therefore, the descr

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Chapter 33-2BIOS SetupEntering SetupThe default settings oer the optimal performance for system stability in normal conditions. You may need to run t

Chapter 33-3 BIOS SetupOverviewAfter entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed.BIOS menu selectionTemperature monitorSysteminformationBoot devi

Chapter 33-4BIOS SetupBoot device priority barYou can move the device icons to change the boot priority. High priority Low priorityMenu displayThis a

Chapter 33-5 BIOS SetupOperationYou can control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys an

Chapter 33-6BIOS SetupSETTINGSSystem StatusSystem DateSets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements.The format is <day> <

Chapter 33-7 BIOS SetupAdvancedPCI Subsystem SettingsSets PCI Express interface protocol and latency timer. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.

Chapter 33-8BIOS SetupIpv6 PXE Support [Enabled]When “Enabled”, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item will appear when “

Chapter 33-9 BIOS Setupinstalled in the system.Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG]Selects a graphics device as the primary boot device.[IGD] Integrated G

Chapter 33-10BIOS Setup ImportantThe partition size must be larger then the amount of memory.Hybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled]Enables or disables th

Chapter 33-11 BIOS SetupSerial (COM) Port 0 [Enabled]Enables or disables serial (COM) port 0.Serial (COM) Port 0 Settings [Auto]Sets serial port 0 (CO

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Chapter 33-12BIOS Setupthe following related "Fast Boot" items will be disabled and xed. [Disabled] Disables MSI Fast Boot. ImportantIf

Chapter 33-13 BIOS SetupSecure Boot Control [Disabled]Enables or disables secure boot. [Enabled] Enables the secure boot function and allow you to s

Chapter 33-14BIOS SetupResume From S3 by USB Device [Disabled]Disables or enables the system wake up by USB devices.[Enabled] Enables the system to

Chapter 33-15 BIOS Setup ImportantWhen selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear on the screen. Type the password

Chapter 33-16BIOS SetupOC ImportantOverclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users.Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done im

Chapter 33-17 BIOS Setup[Next Boot] CPU will run the adjusted CPU base clock after reboot. [Immediate] CPU runs the adjusted CPU base clock immedi

Chapter 33-18BIOS Setup[By BIOS Options] OC Genie function is enabled by clicking the virtual OC Genie button at the top left corner of BIOS setup

Chapter 33-19 BIOS Setup[UnLink] Allows user to congure the DRAM timing manually for respective memory channel. Advanced DRAM CongurationPress <

Chapter 33-20BIOS SetupCPU Switching Frequency [Auto]Sets the PWM working speed to stabilize CPU Core voltage and minimize ripple range. Increasing th

Chapter 33-21 BIOS SetupCurrent CPU Core Voltage/ Current CPU Ring Voltage/ Current CPU GT Voltage/ Current CPU SA Voltage/ Current CPU IO Digit

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Chapter 33-22BIOS Setupplease consult your local EMI regulation.Remember to disable Spread Spectrum if you are overclocking because even a slight jitt

Chapter 33-23 BIOS SetupIntel Virtualization Tech [Enabled]Enables or disables Intel Virtualization technology. [Enabled] Enables Intel Virtualizatio

Chapter 33-24BIOS SetupPackage C State limit [Auto]This item allows you to select a CPU C-state mode for power-saving when system is idle. This item a

Chapter 33-25 BIOS SetupM-FLASH ImportantM-Flash funcion allows you to update BIOS from USB ash disk (FAT32/ NTFS format only), or allows the system

Chapter 33-26BIOS SetupOC PROFILEOverclocking Prole 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6Overclocking Prole 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press <Enter> to enter the

Chapter 33-27 BIOS SetupHARDWARE MONITORTemperature & Speedgraphic displayCurrent Temperature & SpeedinformationFancontrol eldVoltagedisplayC

Chapter 33-28BIOS SetupPlease follow the description below to set the temperatures and fan speeds.abcdefa - Selects a fan you want to spepcify the spe

Appendix ARealtek AudioThe Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo

Appendix AA-2Realtek AudioSoftware CongurationAfter installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), the “Realtek HD Audio Manager

Appendix AA-3 Realtek AudioDevice SelectionHere you can select a audio output source to change the related options. The “check” sign (in orange) indic