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ASUS Z97M-PLUS Motherboard
  • LGA1150, Z97, 4xDDR3-1600, 1xPCI-Ex16 v3.0/2.0, 1xPCI-Ex16 v2.0, 2xPCI, 6xSATA, 1xM.2, RAID, 1xGigLAN, 8Chl-HD, USB3.0, VGA, DVI, HDMI, mATX

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Overview
 
High-value Z97 micro-ATX delivers endurant 5X Protection, high-clarity Crystal Sound 2 and M.2 for enhanced performance and potent entertainment
 
  • Proven quality - 5X Protection. 1000+ compatible devices. 7000+ validation hours.
  • Crystal Sound 2 and Intel Gigabit Ethernet a game-winning combo!
  • Speed up your system with lightning-fast 10Gb/s M.2
  • Fan Xpert 3 - Advanced fan controls for ultimate cooling and quietness
  • Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOS with new EZ Tuning Wizard
  • ASUS HomeCloud - A digital PC hub perfect for sharing and home theater
 
  
Proven quality. Enduring trust
 
 
From gaming to multimedia
 
 
M.2 10Gb/s
 
 
Best UEFI BIOS
 
 
Easy PC DIY
 
 
Ultimate cooling
 
 
ASUS HomeCloud
 

Proven quality. Enduring trust.

Strict compatibility and validation
 
Protection
 
 
Hardware safeguards to ensure long-term durability.
 
 
Compatible Devices Including CPUs, memory modules, graphics cards and more.
 
 
Validation Hours Extensive testing for extreme reliability, compatibility and safety.
 
We are the world's biggest motherboard manufacturer, and renowned our design thinking that revolves around users – just like you. Our engineers employ exacting standards to guarantee quality throughout the product's life, choosing the finest components for real-world protection. Our motherboards are proven to be compatible with more than 1,000 components and devices, and undergo a minimum of 7,000 hours of strict validation. That gives you the peace of mind of knowing that ASUS motherboards are fit for all environments and applications. To build your PC with the best foundations, build it with an ASUS motherboard.

ASUS 5X Protection Hardware safeguards to ensure long-term durability
 
Our be-the-best ethos underscores the choice of every single component that goes into your ASUS motherboard. We focus relentlessly on quality to ensure long-term system reliability and performance.
 
 
Precise digital power control with ASUS DIGI+ VRM
 
Voltage regulator modules (VRMs) are among the most essential motherboard components. A good VRM intelligently delivers CPU power based on actual needs at any given time. ASUS was first with digital power design featuring faster sensing and response to deliver precise CPU power on demand. This great accuracy reduces energy waste and of course improves system stability thanks to more consistent delivery.
 
 
Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection
 
Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of both your system and connected device.
 
 
5K-hr solid-state capacitors that last 2.5X longer
 
Solid-state capacitors are able to withstand extreme temperatures of up to 105°C for as long as 5,000 hours — that's two-and-a-half (2.5X) times longer than traditional capacitors. This exceptional durability means superb real-world endurance to more typical PC operating temperatures, ensuring that ASUS motherboards continue working longer.
 
 
Stainless-steel back I/O that lasts 3X longer
 
ASUS motherboard back I/O panels are made from strong and corrosion-resistant stainless steel, which is bonded with a thin layer of chromium oxide to enhance anti-corrosive properties. Passing 72-hour spray salt endurance tests, ASUS stainless steel back I/O panels have a lifespan that's three times (3X) longer compared to ordinary panels.
 
 
ESD Guards for protection from electrostatic discharge
 
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can happen suddenly, and its damaging effects are easily underestimated. ASUS ESD Guards are tested to very high standards, capable of up to +/- 10kV for air discharge and +/-6kV for contact discharge. We employ an active protective circuit design to guard your system against electrostatic interference and damage, providing greater component longevity.
 
 
Keyboard and mouse connectors: Additional on-circuit ESD transient-voltage-suppression (TVS) diodes.
 
 
VGA connectors: Additional on-circuit ESD TVS diodes to protect D-Sub functionality.
 
 
USB 3.0/2.0 connectors: On-circuit TVS diodes for surface-mount and dual-inline packages.
 
 
LAN port: ESD TVS diode protection on the LAN circuit.
 
 
Audio connectors: Varistor protection on back audio-output circuits.
 
 
Proven compatibility
 
Having the freedom to pick and choose the parts that go into your machine is at the heart of PC DIY. Our extensive certification program focuses on providing the very best compatibility with the widest range of components and devices, giving you the freedom to build and upgrade without frustration. Compatible today and compatible far into the future that's the ASUS way.
 
Tested - 1,000+ compatible CPUs, memory modules, graphics cards and more
 
Every 9 Series motherboard is compatible with thousands of devices. Our engineers fit and assess both server and consumer CPUs, hundreds of memory modules, dozens of graphics cards, loads of storage devices, power supplies, network devices, displays, optical drives, peripherals and many more. We do this to give you complete confidence in our products and their superb compatibility.
 
1000+ Compatible devices and components
 
 
 

Complete & Public QVL
 
View our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) online
 
We're so confident in our 9 Series motherboards' superior compatibility that we publish our entire QVL for all to see — delivering you more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences. There are no gaps in our QVL: every compatible component is on the list for all to see. To check that a particular component or device is compatible with your motherboard, just reference the QVL for instant reassurance.

Designed — Great compatibility with ASUS products
 
When you choose an ASUS motherboard, it's likely you'll also go with ASUS for other components. ASUS designs products from the ground up so that graphics cards, sound cards and optical drives work flawlessly with your motherboard.
 

Top-to-bottom reliability
 
Our motherboards have superb endurance. We verify this by subjecting every board to over 7,000 hours of stringent tests. A barrage of burn-in, environmental, compatibility, software and safety tests confirm that our motherboards are exceptionally robust — with reliability that surpasses industry standards.
 
Extensive testing for extreme reliability, compatibility and safety
 
Each motherboard is subjected to extended reliability testing under heavy load conditions, from the transportation to daily operations, to make sure they are delivered to you in perfect condition. Trials include temperature and humidity, burn-in, power on/off, power consumption, insertion and thermal-shock testing among many others. Every certified-compatible component puts through an up to 24-hour aging test to ensure trouble-free operation every day – no matter what you fit or attach and no matter what you do!
 
Temperature and Humidity Test
 
Components withstand extreme conditions
 
 
Thermal Measurement
 
Cool and stable under the heaviest loads
 
 
Insertion Test
 
Guaranteed I/O reliability
 
 
Up to 24-hour aging test to ensure reliability
 
 
Power Consumption
 
Test Ensure global-standard energy efficiency
 
 
7000+ VALIDATION HOURS
 
 
Temperature and DC Margin
 
 
Thermal Shock Test
 
 
Non-Operation Vibration Test
 
 
 
Burn-In Test
 
 
Installation Test
 
 
Drop Test
 
 
Shock Test
 
 
Salt and Spray Test
 
Games or multimedia — it's always ready!
 
Flawless audio that makes you part of the game
 
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 Japanese-made 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!
 
Audio Shielding
 
Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference

Unique de-pop circuit
 
Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs

Audio amplifier
 
Enhances the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers

Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors
 
Provides warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
 
Special layout design
 
Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
 

Intel® Gigabit Ethernet —top gaming choice that goes faster with your CPU
 
Faster, smoother gaming – always. Intel® Gigabit Ethernet has the serious double advantage of communicating directly with CPUs and offering high TCP and UDP throughput. This significantly reduces the processor's workload, so there's more power for your game and your gameplay.
 
 
 
 
Up to 2X-faster UDP game-data performance
 
ASUS engineers used IxChariot, an independent network-assessment test tool, to determine just how much quicker Intel Gigabit Ethernet deals with the smaller (sub-256 byte) UDP data packets that are vital for responsive gaming. The results are in — and with Z97 your game-data packets flow up to two times (2X) faster than competing gaming-LAN technologies!
 
 
Work with up to 3 displays
 
Connect up to three independent monitors at once using video outputs such as DisplayPort, Mini DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI, or VGA. Choose your outputs and set displays to either mirror mode or collage mode.
 
4K/Ultra HD visual excellence
 
Native support for 4K/UHD (ultra-high-definition) resolutions of up to 4096 x 2160 via HDMI or DisplayPort —that's four times the pixel count of 1080p (1920 x 1080), offering incredible visual clarity, detail, and realism.
 
Media-acclimed 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.
 
Map to MyFavorite:
 
Quickly find tuning options and add preferred tools to the MyFavorites list!

EZ Tuning Wizard – OC and RAID:
 
Select your hardware and use scenarios to tune system performance or streamline your RAID configuration for faster data retrieval and backups!
 
  
EZ XMP
 
Improve your DRAM performance with a click!

Intuitive graphical fan control
 
Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse!

Real-time hardware monitor
 
Benefit from instant information from the critical parts of your system!
 
EZ Mode
 
  • Fan Profile: Detailed CPU and case fan information for instant cooling!
  • SATA Information: Displays SATA port details for you to easily recognize devices!
  • Fast Clock Adjustment: Use mouse controls to change the time and date!
  • EZ XMP: Improve your DRAM performance with a click!
 
Advanced Mode
 
  • Shortcut: Press Enter to create shortcuts to favorite settings, or select an existing shortcut and press F4 to go straight there!
  • Quick Notes: Make notes and capture BIOS-related ideas, quickly and conveniently!
  • Last Modified Log: Track last change and save preferred profiles onto a USB drive!
  • SATA Port Renaming: Rename SATA ports for easy identification!
 
Advanced fan controls for ultimate cooling and quietness with Fan Xpert 3
 
Fan Xpert 3 is an extremely advanced fan-management tool that puts 4-pin/3-pin CPU and case fan controls in one place. It scans each fan's characteristics and intelligently delivers custom settings for each fan based on the dedicated area temperatures. 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 has the upgraded ability to reduce the CPU fan speed to below the default minimum, for extra-quiet and power saving operation during light loads.
 
 
 
RPM Fixed Mode
 
Designed for users who wish to reduce noise levels to near 0dB with highly specific fan speed control. It reacts to system loads for greater response.
Auto Tuning Mode
Scans fan parameters through exclusive automatic speed detection to provide custom settings for each fan with a single click. This achieves the best cooling for your components beyond just the mere number of fans in your case.
Informative fan controls
Delivers complete information that allows you to take advanced control over each fan.

Ultra-fast, always!
 
 
170% faster transfer speeds with USB 3.0 Boost
 
ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) USB 3.0 in Windows 8. With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is significantly increased up to 170%, adding to already fast USB 3.0 performance. ASUS software automatically accelerates data rates for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without any user interaction.
 
  
Speed up your system with M.2
 
With two native PCI Express 2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 10Gbit/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!*
 
PC DIY has never been this easy
 
 
We understand how you use your PC. From assembly, system setting and monitoring, and to firmware and hardware updates — we're all about making your life easier. That's why we never stop developing new and exciting DIY opportunities to make PC DIY easy, fun and free from hassle!
 
  
1. Assembly
 
ASUS Q-Design makes PC building quick and easy
 
 
2. Settings
 
ASUS AI Suite 3 is a one-stop shop for adjusting your settings
 
 
3. monitoring

ASUS Push Notice monitors your PC status on the go
 
 
4. BIOS updates
 
ASUS EZ Flash 2 updates your BIOS from USB outside the operating system

ASUS HomeCloud

Your PC, your world
 
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. It even turns your hard drive into a private cloud, removing worries about storage limits. With HomeCloud, your PC becomes the gateway to your world.

A digital PC hub perfect for sharing and home theater
 
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.
 
 
 
 
Intel CPU and chipset features
   
Intel® LGA1150 4th, New 4th & 5th Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors Ready
 
This motherboard supports Intel® 4th , New 4th and 5th Generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package, with iGPU, memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, 2-channel (4 DIMM) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance.
 
  
Intel® Z97 Express Chipset
 
The Intel® Z97 Express Chipset is a single-chipset design that supports Intel® LGA1150 4th, New 4th & 5th Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, Z97 provides a maximum 6 USB 3.0 ports, 6 SATA 6Gbit/s ports and 10Gbit/s M.2 support for faster data retrieval. Moreover, the Intel® Z97 Express Chipset also supports iGPU functions, letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphics performance.
 
  
Intel® Smart Response Technology SSD speed with HDD capacity
 
Uses an installed fast SSD (min18.6GB available capacity required) as a cache for frequently-accessed data. Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of unnecessary hard drive spin. This technology combines SSD performance with hard drive capacity, operating up to 6X faster than a hard drive-only system.
 
 
Intel® Smart Connect Technology Auto application refresh and shorter wait times
 
Your computer can receive web updates with fresh content for selected applications, even when the system is in sleep mode. This means less time waiting for applications to update and sync with the cloud, leading to a more efficient computing experience.
 
Intel  Rapid Start Technology Instantly awaken your PC from sleep mode
 
 Allows your computer to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in seconds. Saving your system memory to the designated SSD, it provides your computer a faster wake-up response time, while still keeping energy use low.
 
Specifications
 
  • CPU
    Intel Socket 1150 for the 5th/New 4th/4th Generation Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron Processors
    Supports Intel 22 nm CPU
    Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
    * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
    * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list
  • Chipset
    Intel Z97
  • Memory
    4 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR3 3200(O.C.)/3100(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666(O.C.)/2600(O.C.)/2400(O.C.)/2250(O.C.)/2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *
    Dual Channel Memory Architecture
    Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
    * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
    * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
  • Graphic
    Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support
    Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DVI-D/RGB ports
    - Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz / 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz
    - Supports DVI-D with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
    - Supports RGB with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
    Maximum shared memory of 512 MB
    Supports Intel InTru 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider
    Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously
  • Multi-GPU Support
    Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX Technology
  • Expansion Slots
    1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 mode, gray)
    1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4 mode, black)
    2 x PCI
  • Storage
    Intel Z97 chipset :
    1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)*1
    6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), gray
    Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
    Supports Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Rapid Start Technology, Intel Smart Connect Technology *2
  • LAN
    Intel I218V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
    Intel LAN- Dual interconnect between the Integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY)
  • Audio
    Realtek ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 2
    - Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
    Audio Feature :
    - Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
    - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
    - Audio amplifier: Provides the highest-quality sound for headphone and speakers
    - Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
    - Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs
  • USB Ports
    Intel Z97 chipset :
    6 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board)
    Intel Z97 chipset :
    8 x USB 2.0/1.1 port(s) (2 at back panel, black, 6 at mid-board)
  • Special Features
    ASUS 5X Protection :
    - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 4 Phase digital power design
    - 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 coating
    ASUS EPU :
    - EPU
    ASUS Exclusive Features :
    - TurboV EVO
    - GPU Boost
    - MemOK!
    - AI Suite 3
    - Ai Charger
    - Anti-Surge
    - USB 3.0 Boost
    - Disk Unlocker
    - Crystal Sound 2
    Interactive HomeCloud
    - Media Streamer
    ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
    - Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution & MOS Heatsink
    - ASUS Fan Xpert 3
    ASUS EZ DIY :
    - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
    - ASUS EZ Flash 2
    - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
    - Push Notice
    ASUS Q-Design :
    - ASUS Q-Slot
    - ASUS Q-DIMM
  • Operating System Support
    Windows 8.1
    Windows 8
    Windows 7
  • Back I/O Ports
    1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
    1 x DVI-D
    1 x D-Sub
    1 x HDMI
    1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
    4 x USB 3.0 (blue)
    2 x USB 2.0
    6 x Audio jack(s)
  • Internal I/O Ports
    1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.0 port(s) (19-pin)
    3 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 6 USB 2.0 port(s)
    1 x M.2 Socket 3 for M Key, type 2260/2280 devices
    1 x TPM header
    1 x LPT header
    1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
    6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
    1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
    2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (2 x 4 -pin)
    1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
    1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
    1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
    1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
    1 x System panel(s)
    1 x MemOK! button(s)
    1 x GPU Boost switch(es)
    1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
  • Accessories
    User's manual
    I/O Shield
    2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
  • BIOS
    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, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information
  • Manageability
    WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE
  • Support Disc
    Drivers
    ASUS Utilities
    EZ Update
    Anti-virus software (OEM version)
  • Form Factor
    mATX Form Factor
    9.6 inch x 8.8 inch ( 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm )
  • Note
    *1: M.2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_5 & SATA6G_6 ports.
    *2: These functions will work depending on the CPU installed.

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