Description
One-click total system optimization!
- 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - One click, total system optimization!
- M.2 & SATA Express - Speed up your system with lightning-fast 10Gb/s transfer speed
- Crystal Sound 2 and Intel Gigabit Ethernet -- a game-winning combo!
- ASUS HomeCloud - Access your PC remotely and stream multimedia content anywhere, anytime
- Proven quality - 5X Protection. 1000+ compatible devices. 7000+ validation hours.
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One click, total system optimization
Get robust overclocking, energy savings, digital power, customized fan control and tailored networking and audio settings. One click takes care of all that complex tuning. Your PC is smart with ASUS 5-way optimization. It dynamically optimizes essential aspects of your system based on real-time use - so you get superb CPU performance, everyday energy savings, ultra-stable digital power, cool and quiet fans and now even networking and audio settings that are tailored for the apps that you are using. In short, 5-way optimization ensures that your PC is perfect for gaming, entertainment, productivity or just about anything else! -
Fan Xpert 3
Fan Xpert 3 puts 4-pin/3-pin CPU and case fan controls in one place. It scans each fan's characteristics and delivers custom settings for each fan based on the dedicated area temperatures detected by hardware thermal sensors. Make sure every fan achieves the best balance of cooling performance and low noise. Fan Xpert 3 supports hardware-level PWM/DC combo mode for both the CPU and case fans. It even can reduce the CPU fan speed to below the default minimum, for extra-quiet and power saving operation during light loads. -
Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOS
The smoothest, slickest mouse-controlled graphical BIOS has been improved to make it even more appealing. Whether you're a PC novice or a seasoned overclocker, the EZ and advanced modes help you find your way, quickly and easily. -
Special memory overclocking design
Now you can drive memory up to 3200 (OC)! The exclusive T-Topology design provides superb memory overclocking capability under full load by minimizing the coupling noise and signal reflection effect. The memory channels are equidistant to the CPU, providing the most balanced control over multiple memory modules and enhanced overall memory compatibility. -
Evolve your storage speed with SATA Express
SATA Express provides up to 10 Gbit/s data-transfer speeds from two PCIE 2.0 lanes, resolving the higher bandwidth request in the near future. The current SSDs consume up to 550 MB/s, which is close to saturation point for SATA 6 Gbit/s connections. Backwardly compatible with up to two SATA drives, SATA Express is the next-generation connectivity standard - and ensures that you and your system won't get left behind. -
Speed up your system with M. 2
With two native PCI Express 2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 10 Gbit/s data-transfer speeds. It is the perfect choice for an operating system drive, making your whole PC work that much faster. It supports Intel Rapid Storage technology to ensure even faster access to data, refresh applications automatically and awake from sleep in just seconds! -
Upgrade to super-fast Thunderbolt speed today
ASUS ThunderboltEX II series are the first Intel-certified Thunderbolt 2 add-on card, offering the flexibility to upgrade your own build to Thunderbolt technology whenever you want. You can enjoy bi-directional transfer speeds up to 20 Gbit/s - that's four times (4x) faster than USB 3.0! Experience video in incredible detail on the 4K/UHD (ultra-high-definition) displays while using bandwidth-hungry storage devices at the same time. -
Crystal Sound 2
Crystal Sound 2 makes short work of optimizing audio settings for the way you want to listen, be it gaming, chatting, watching movies or relaxing to your favorite music. Onboard physical shielding, professional engineered design and premium components, including audio capacitors and operational amplifiers (op-amps), result in sound output that has exceptional clarity and fidelity. Discover a whole new dimension of superior audio and get ready to rule! -
Turbo LAN
Turbo LAN with cFosSpeed traffic-shaping technology adds even more lag-reducing support and intuitive user interface. It allows you to lower lag with no expert knowledge - by up to 1.45x! If you're a tweaker, use advanced mode for hardcore controls. -
Media Streamer
Enjoy your PC's multimedia content - anywhere! Pipe music from your PC while sipping coffee in a café or sit back with friends and stream a favorite movie to a smart TV. With ASUS Media Streamer, your entertainment goes wherever you go.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- ASUS Z97-A - motherboard - ATX - LGA1150 Socket - Z97
- Product Type
- Motherboard - ATX
- Chipset Type
- Intel Z97 Express
- Processor Socket
- 1 x LGA1150 Socket
- Compatible Processors
- Pentium, Celeron, Core i5, Core i3, Core i7
- Max RAM Size
- 32 GB
- RAM Supported
- 4 DIMM slots - DDR3, non-ECC, unbuffered
- Storage Ports
- 4 x SATA-600 (RAID), 1 x SATA-600, 1 x SATA Express port
- USB / FireWire Ports
- 4 x USB 3.0 + 2 x USB 2.0 + (2 x USB 3.0 + 6 x USB 2.0 via headers)
- Max Allocated RAM Size
- 512 MB
- Audio
- HD Audio (8-channel)
- LAN
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Microsoft Certification
- Compatible with Windows 7
Detailed Specification
General
- Product Type
- Motherboard - ATX
- Chipset Type
- Intel Z97 Express
- Processor Socket
- LGA1150 Socket
- Max Processors Qty
- 1
- Compatible Processors
- Pentium, Celeron, Core i5, Core i3, Core i7
Supported RAM
- Max Size
- 32 GB
- Technology
- DDR3
- Bus Clock
- 1600 MHz, 1333 MHz, 2800 MHz (O.C.), 2933 MHz (O.C.), 2666 MHz (O.C.), 2600 MHz (O.C.), 2400 MHz (O.C.), 2200 MHz (O.C.), 2133 MHz (O.C.), 2000 MHz (O.C.), 1866 MHz (O.C.), 3000 MHz (O.C.), 3100 MHz (O.C.), 3200 MHz (O.C.), 2250 MHz (O.C.)
- Supported RAM Integrity Check
- Non-ECC
- Registered or Buffered
- Unbuffered
- Features
- Dual channel memory architecture, Intel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP)
Graphics
- Max Allocated RAM Size
- 512 MB
Audio
- Type
- HD Audio (8-channel)
- Audio Codec
- Realtek ALC892
- Compliant Standards
- DTS Connect, High Definition Audio, DTS UltraPC II
LAN
- Network Controller
- Intel I218V
- Network Interfaces
- Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Slots
- 1 x CPU , 4 x DIMM 240-pin , 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (dual x8 mode; single card: x16 mode) , 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x2 mode) , 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 , 2 x PCI
- Storage Interfaces
- SATA-600 -connectors: 4 x 7pin SATA, 1 x M.2, 1 x SATA Express port - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 / RAID 5
- RAID Features
- Intel Smart Response Technology
- Interfaces
- 1 x LAN (Gigabit Ethernet) , 2 x USB 2.0 , 1 x HDMI , 4 x USB 3.0 , 1 x VGA , 1 x audio line-out - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-in - mini-jack , 1 x microphone - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-out (rear) - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-out (center/subwoofer) - mini-jack , 1 x DisplayPort , 1 x TOSLINK , 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse , 1 x DVI-D
- Internal Interfaces
- 6 x USB 2.0 - header , 2 x USB 3.0 - header , 1 x audio - header , 1 x Thunderbolt - header , 1 x SPDIF out - header
- Power Connectors
- 24-pin main power connector, 8-pin ATX12V connector
Features
- BIOS Type
- AMI
- BIOS Features
- WfM 2.0 support, Multilingual BIOS, ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution, ASUS EZ Flash 2, UEFI BIOS, DMI 2.7 support, ACPI 5.0 support, SMBIOS 2.8 support
- Sleep / Wake Up
- Wake on LAN (WOL), wake on PME
- Hardware Features
- C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall), jack retasking, ASUS Anti-Surge Protection, ASUS Q-Design, ESD Guards, Q-DIMM, GPU Boost, ASUS EZ DIY, Q-LED, Q-Slot, CrashFree BIOS 3, ASUS Q-Connector, audio jack detect technology, ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit), ASUS Precision Tweaker 2, Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) support, NVIDIA Quad SLI Technology Support, ASUS 8 Phase Power Design, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, ASUS TPU (TurboV Processing Unit), ASUS DIGI+ VRM, Intel Clear Video HD Technology, Intel Smart Response Technology, Fanless Design Heatsink, ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology, AMD Quad CrossFireX technology support, Intel Rapid Start Technology, Intel Smart Connect Technology, Intel InTru 3D Technology, Intel Insider, Intel Quick Sync Video, ASUS Remote GO!, Disk Unlocker, ASUS 5X PROTECTION, ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection, Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az, Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE), Clear CMOS Button, ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O, ASUS O.C. Tuner, anti-pop function, Turbo LAN, ASUS Crystal Sound 2, ASUS Fan Xpert 3, Dual Intelligent Processors 5
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories
- I/O back plate
- Cables Included
- 3 x Serial ATA cable , 1 x SLI bridge
- Software Included
- Drivers & Utilities, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS Auto Tuning, ASUS AI Suite III, ASUS EZ Update, ASUS HomeCloud, ASUS Turbo App
- Compatible with Windows 7
- "Compatible with Windows 7" software and devices carry Microsoft’s assurance that these products have passed tests for compatibility and reliability with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7.
- Compliant Standards
- Plug and Play, ACPI 5.0
- Width
- 30.5 cm
- Depth
- 24.4 cm
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