Foxconn Z75A-S User manual

Z75A/Z77A Series
Motherboard
User’s Manual

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Declaration of conformity
HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD
66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT,
TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN, R.O.C.
declares that the product
Motherboard Z75A/Z77A Series
is in conformity with
(referencetothespecicationunderwhichconformityisdeclaredin
accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive)
■EN55022:1998/A2:2003 Limitsandmethodsofmeasurementsofradio  
disturbance characteristics of information technology
equipment
■EN61000-3-2/:2000 Electromagneticcompatibility(EMC)
Part 3: Limits
 Section2:Limitsforharmoniccurrentemissions
(equipment input current <= 16A per phase)
■EN61000-3-3/A1:2001 Electromagneticcompatibility(EMC)
Part 3: Limits
 Section2:Limitsofvoltageuctuationsandickerinlow 
voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current
<= 16A
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characteristics limits and methods of measurement
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Printed Name : James Liang

Declaration of conformity
Trade Name: FOXCONN
Model Name: Z75A/Z77A Series
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Type of Product: Motherboard
Manufacturer: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY
COMPANY LTD
Address: 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN,
TAIWAN, R.O.C.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and(2)thisdevicemustaccept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Tested to comply with FCC standards.
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Installation Precautions
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CPU Support List: http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx
Memory, VGA Compatibility List: http://www.foxconnsupport.com/complist.aspx
Technical Support
■ Electrostaticdischarge(ESD)isthesuddenandmomentaryelectriccurrent
 thatowsbetweentwoobjectsatdifferentelectricalpotentials.Normallyit
comes out as a spark which will quickly damage your electronic equipment.
Please wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling
components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory.
■ EnsurethattheDCpowersupplyisturnedoffbeforeinstallingorremovingCPU,
memory, expansion cards or other peripherals. It is recommended to unplug the
AC power cord from the power supply outlet. Failure to unplug the power supply
cord may result in serious damage to your system.
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Please carefully read the following procedures to install your computer :
■ Itissuggestedtoselecthigh-quality,certiedfansinordertoavoiddamageto
the motherboard and CPU due to high temperature. Never turn on the computer
if the CPU fan is not properly installed.
■ WecannotguaranteethatyoursystemcanoperatenormallywhenyourCPU
is overclocked. Normal operation depends on the overclocking capacity of your
device.
■ Ifthereisany,whenconnectingUSB,audio,1394a,RS232COM,IrDAor
S/PDIF cables to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure their
pinouts are matching with the connectors on the motherboard. Incorrect
connections might damage the motherboard.
■ Whenhandlingthemotherboard,avoidtouchinganymetalleadsorconnectors.
■ IfthereisaPCIExpressx16graphicscardinstalledinyoursystem,we
 recommendusinga24-pinATXpowersupplytogetthebestperformance.
■ Beforeturningonthepower,pleasemakesurethepowersupplyACinput
 voltagesettinghasbeenconguredtothelocalstandard.
■ Topreventdamagetothemotherboard,donotallowscrewstocomeincontact
with the motherboard circuit or its components. Also, make sure there are no
leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the
computer casing.
■ Ifyouareuncertainaboutanyinstallationstepsorhaveaproblemrelatedtothe
 useoftheproduct,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Product Introduction
1-1ProductSpecications............................................................................2
1-2Layout ....................................................................................................4
1-3 Back Panel Connectors..........................................................................5
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
2-1InstalltheCPUandCPUCooler ............................................................8
Install the CPU..........................................................................................8
2-2InstalltheMemory................................................................................11
DualChannelMemoryConguration......................................................11
Installing a Memory.................................................................................12
2-3InstallanExpansionCard ....................................................................13
2-4InstallotherInternalConnectors ..........................................................14
2-5ClearCMOS.........................................................................................18
2-6OnboardButton....................................................................................18
2-7OnboardDebugLED............................................................................19
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Enter BIOS Setup.......................................................................................21
Main............................................................................................................22
Advanced ...................................................................................................23
OnboardDeviceConguration................................................................23
ChipsetConguration .............................................................................24
PCI Express Settings..............................................................................25
ACPIConguration .................................................................................26
SATAConguration .................................................................................27
USBConguration ..................................................................................28
OC Plus......................................................................................................30
CPUConguration ..................................................................................30
MemoryConguration.............................................................................32
VoltageConguration..............................................................................33
Hardware Monitor ...................................................................................34
Boot............................................................................................................36
Security ......................................................................................................37
Save & Exit.................................................................................................38
Chapter 4 CD Instruction
4-1Installdriverandutility..........................................................................41
1. Install Driver........................................................................................41
2.InstallUtility.........................................................................................42
4-2FOXONE .............................................................................................43
1. Main Page...........................................................................................44
2.LimitSetting ........................................................................................47

3. Fan Page - Fan Control ......................................................................50
4-3FOXLiveUpdate...................................................................................51
1. Local Update.......................................................................................51
2.OnlineUpdate .....................................................................................53
3.Congure ............................................................................................56
4.About&Help .......................................................................................58
4-3FOXLOGO ..........................................................................................59
4-4FOXDMI ..............................................................................................60
Chapter 5 RAID Conguration
5-1RAIDCongurationIntroduction ..........................................................62
5-2Intel®RapidStorageTechnology.........................................................64
5-3 Steps to Install Serial ATA Hard Disks..................................................64
5-4CreateaRAIDdriverdiskette .............................................................65
5-5BIOSConguration ..............................................................................66
5-6 Create RAID in BIOS ...........................................................................66
1. Enter RAID BIOS Setup......................................................................66
2.CreateRAIDVolume...........................................................................67
3. Delete RAID Volume...........................................................................82
4.ResetDiskstoNon-RAID ...................................................................83
5. Recovery Volume Options ..................................................................88
6. Exit RAID BIOS ..................................................................................89
5-7 Install a New Windows XP...................................................................90
Appendix
ATI®CrossFireXTM Technology ..................................................................94
USB Charger Introduction..........................................................................96
Intel®SmartResponseTechnology ...........................................................97
System Requirements.............................................................................97
EnableIntel®SmartResponseTechnology ...........................................97
Intel®RapidStartTechnology....................................................................99
System Requirements.............................................................................99
EnableIntel®RapidStartTechnology ....................................................99

Thank you for buying Foxconn Z75A/Z77A Series moth-
erboard. Foxconn products are engineered to maximize
computing power, providing only what you need for
break-through performance.
This chapter includes the following information:
■ProductSpecications
■Layout
■BackPanelConnectors
Chapter 1 Product Introduction

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
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1-1 Product Specications
CPU Support Intel®Ivy Bridge/Sandy Bridge LGA 1155 Processors
Max processor power up to 95W
For the latest CPU information, please visit:
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx
Chipset Intel®Z75 (Z75A-S)
Intel®Z77 (Z77A-S)
Memory 4x240-pinDDR3DIMMs
Supportupto32GBofsystemmemory
DualchannelDDR32400(oc)/2133(oc)/1866(oc)/1600(oc)/1333MHz
(oc: overclocking)
Expansion Slots 2xPCIExpressx16slots
-PCI-E1_16X support PCI Express 3.0 16X bandwidth
-PCI-E2_16XsupportPCIExpress2.04Xbandwidth
2xPCIExpressx1slots
2xPCIslots
Multi-GPU Support Support ATI®CrossFire™ Technology
Storage Intel®Z75/Z77chipset
-4xSATA2.0connectors(3Gb/sdatatransferrate)
-2xSATA3.0connectors(6Gb/sdatatransferrate)
Support RAID 0, 1, 5,10
Support Intel®Smart Response Technology (Z77A-S)
LAN Realtek RTL8111F Gigabit LAN controller
Support 10/100/1000Mbps
Audio Realtek ALC887
-HighDenitionAudio
-2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
-Support Jack-Sensing function
USB Supportupto8xUSB2.0ports(4rearpanelports,2onboardUSB
headerssupporting4extraports)
SupportUSB2.0protocolupto480Mb/s
Supportupto4xUSB3.0ports(2rearpanelports,1onboardUSB
headersupporting2extraports)
Support USB 3.0 protocol up to 5Gb/s(Supported by Win7, WinXP only
supportUSB2.0speed)
Internal
Connectors 1x24-PinATXpowerconnector 1x4-pinATX12Vpowerconnector
1xCPUFANheader(4-pin)
1xSystemFANheader(4-pin)
1 x Fan header (3-pin)
1 x Front panel header
1 x Front Audio header
1 x Speaker header
2xSATA3.0connectors

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4xSATA2.0connectors
2xUSB2.0headers
1 x USB 3.0 header
1 x SPDIF OUT header
1 x INTR header
1 x COM1 header
1 x Clear CMOS header
Onboard Button
and LED Power On/Off button Reset button
Debug LED
Back Panel
Connectors 1xPS/2Keyboardport 4xUSB2.0ports
1 x VGA port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x HDMI port
1xRJ45LANport
2xUSB3.0ports
6 x Audio ports
Hardware Monitor System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU Overheating warning
CPU/System fan speed control
PCI Express x1 SupportPCIExpressGen25GT/Sdatarate
Low power consumption and power management features
PCIExpressx4 SupportPCIExpressGen25GT/Sdatarate
Low power consumption and power management features
PCI Express x16 Support PCI Express Gen3 8GT/S data rate
Low power consumption and power management features
Green Function SupportACPI(AdvancedCongurationandPowerInterface)
SupportS0(normal),S1(poweronsuspend),S3(suspendtoRAM),S4
(suspend to disk), S5 (soft - off)
Support EuP function
Bundled Software FOX ONE
FOX LiveUpdate
FOX LOGO
FOX DMI
Operating System Support for Microsoft®Windows®8/7/XP
Form Factor ATXFormFactor,12inchesx8.3inches(30.5cmx21.1cm)

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1-2 Layout
1. 4-pinATX12VPowerConnector
2.SYS_FANHeader
3. PCI Express x1 Slot
4.PCIExpressx16Slot
5. PCI Slot
6. Front Audio Header
7. SPDIF_OUT Header
8. FAN Header
9. Speaker Header
10. COM1 Header
11.FrontUSB2.0Header
12.FrontPanelHeader
13. Reset Button
14.PowerOn/OffButton
15. Clear CMOS Header
16. Debug LED
17. INTR Header
18.SATA2.0Header
19. SATA 3.0 Header
20.Chipset:Intel®Z75/Z77
21.FrontUSB3.0Header
22.24-pinATXPowerConnector
23.DDR3DIMMSlot
24.CPU_FANHeader
25.LGA1155CPUSocket
1233 4456
7
8
9
10
11
12
14
13
15 16 17 18 19 2120 22
23
24
25
The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical
motherboard for details.

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1. PS/2 Keyboard Port
 UsetheupperporttoconnectaPS/2keyboard.
2. USB 2.0 Port
 TheUSBportsupportstheUSB2.0/1.1specication.UsethisportforUSBdevicessuchas
 anUSBkeyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBashdriveandetc.
3. VGA Port
Use this port to connect external display devices, such as monitor or LCD display.
4. DVI_D Port
TheDVI-DportsupportsDVI-Dspecication.ConnectamonitorthatsupportsDVI-Dconnec-
tion to this port.
5. HDMI Port
TheHDMI(High-DenitionMultimediaInterface)providesanall-digitalaudio/videointerface
to transmit the uncompressed audio/video signals and is HDCP compliant. Connect the
HDMI audio/video device to this port. The HDMI Technology can support a maximum
 resolutionof1920x1080pbuttheactualresolutionssupporteddependonthemonitorbeing
used.
6. USB 3.0 Port
TheUSBportsupportstheUSB3.0/2.0/1.0specication.UsethisportforUSBdevicessuch
asanUSBkeyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBashdriveandetc.Butyouneedtoinstallthe
USB 3.0 driver in the Driver CD before using it.
7. LAN Port
The Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10/100/1000Mb/s data rate.
1-3 Back Panel Connectors
PS/2KeyboardPort
Audio Port
LAN Port
USB2.0Port USB2.0Port
VGA Port
HDMI PortDVI-D Port
USB 3.0 Port
1 3
2 2 84 5
6 7
Line Out
Microphone In
Subwoofer
Rear Speaker
Side Speaker
Line In
LAN Type Left: Active Right: Link
Status Description Status Description
1000M
Off No Link Off No Link
Green
Blinking Data Activity
Off 10Mb/s Connection
Green 100Mb/s Connection
Orange 1000Mb/s Connection
Active Link
LED LED

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8. Audio Ports
Forthedenitionofeachaudioport,pleaserefertothetablebelow:
Port 2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel
Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In
Green Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Microphone In Microphone In Microphone In Microphone In
Orange - - Center/Subwoofer Out Center/Subwoofer Out
Black - Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Grey - - - Side Speaker Out

This chapter introduces the hardware installation pro-
cess, including the installation of the CPU, memory, pow-
er supply, slots, pin headers and the mounting of clear
CMOS. Caution should be exercised during the installa-
tion of these modules. Please refer to the motherboard
layout prior to any installation and read the contents in
this chapter carefully.
This chapter includes the following information :
■InstalltheCPUandCPUCooler
■InstalltheMemory
■InstallanExpansionCard
■InstallotherInternalConnectors
■ClearCMOS
■OnBoardButton
■OnBoardDebugLED
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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2-1 Install the CPU and CPU Cooler
Install the CPU
Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU :
■ MakesurethatthemotherboardsupportstheCPU.
■ Alwaysturnoffthecomputerandunplugthepowercordfromthepowersupply
before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
■ LocatethepinoneoftheCPU.TheCPUcannotbeinsertediforiented
incorrectly. (Or you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and
alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
■ ApplyanevenandthinlayerofthermalgreaseonthesurfaceoftheCPU.
■ DonotturnonthecomputeriftheCPUcoolerisnotinstalled,otherwise
overheating and damage of the CPU may occur.
■SettheCPUhostfrequencyinaccordancewiththeCPUspecications.Itisnot
recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware
 specicationssinceitdoesnotmeetthestandardrequirementsforthe
 peripherals.Ifyouwishtosetthefrequencybeyondthestandardspecications,
 pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,
graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Hyper-Threading Technology System Requirements:
(Go to Intel's website for more information about the Hyper-Threading Technology)
■ AnIntel®CPUthatsupportsHTTechnology
■ AchipsetthatsupportsHTTechnology
■ AnoperatingsystemthatisoptimizedforHTTechnology
■ ABIOSthatsupportsHTTechnologyandhasitenabled
Pin-1 corner of
the CPU Socket
Notch
LGA1155 CPU
Pin-1 triangle
marking of CPU
AlignmentKey
LGA1155 CPU Socket
LGA1155 CPU

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Follow the steps to install the CPU onto the CPU socket :
Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
2.LiftthemetalcoverontheCPUsocket.
3. Remove protective socket cover.
5. When CPU is properly seated,
replace the metal cover and push the
CPU socket lever back to its locked
position.
4. Check pin one marking (triangle)
with the pin one corner of the CPU
socket, align the CPU notches with
the socket alignment keys and gently
put the CPU onto the socket.
1. Release the CPU socket lever.

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Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease may
adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.
Install the CPU Cooler
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard.
1.Applyandspreadaneven thermal
grease on the surface of CPU. 2. Place the four bolts of the CPU coolertotheholesofthemotherboard,
pushthemstraight down fromthetop,
and the bolts will be fastened on the
motherboard. That's it.
3. Check the solder side of the
motherboard, the push pin should
bexedasdepictedinthepicture.
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4.Attach the 4-wire CPU cooler
connector to the CPU FAN header
on the motherboard .
Release bolts of CPU cooler from
motherboard :
1.Turning the push pin (bolt)
along with the direction of arrow
(counterclockwise).
2.Pullthepushpinstraightup.
3. Turning push pin clockwise to its
default position.
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2-2 Install the Memory
Dual Channel Memory Conguration
Channel0:DIMM1,DIMM2
Channel1:DIMM3,DIMM4
The combinations of DIMM modules are:
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory :
■ Makesurethatthemotherboardsupportsthememory.Itisrecommendedthat
memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used, and please
 selectDualchannelrsttoachieveoptimumperformance.
■ Alwaysturnoffthecomputerandunplugthepowercordfromthepoweroutlet
before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.
■ Memorymoduleshaveafoolproofdesign.Amemorymodulecanbeinstalledin
only one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4
Single Channel DS/SS - - -
Single Channel DS/SS DS/SS - -
Single Channel - - DS/SS -
Single Channel - - DS/SS DS/SS
Dual Channel DS/SS - DS/SS -
Dual Channel - DS/SS - DS/SS
Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS
(DS : Double Side, SS : Single Side, - : No Memory)

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Installing a Memory
If you take a look at front side of memory module, it has asymmetric pin counts on both sides
separatedbyanotchinthemiddle,soitcanonlytinonedirection.Followthestepsbelowto
correctly install your memory modules into the sockets.
Step 1:
Spread the clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place
thememorymoduleontothesocket,thenputyourngers
ontopedgeofthemodule,andpushitdownrmlyand
seat it vertically into the memory socket.
Step2:
The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place
when the memory module is securely inserted.
Notch
96-Pin 144-Pin

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2-3 Install an Expansion Card
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis
back panel.
2.Alignthecardwiththeslot,andpressdownonthecarduntilitisfullyseatedintheslot.
3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.
4.Securethecard'smetalbrackettothechassisbackpanelwithascrew.
5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover.
6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes
for your expansion card(s).
7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.
Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card:
• Installing a Graphics Card:
Gently insert the graphics card into the PCI Express x16 slot.
Make sure the graphics card is locked by the latch at the end of
the PCI Express x16 slot.
• Removing the Card:
Push the latch at the end of the PCI Express x16 slot to release
the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot.
PCI Express x1
PCI
■Makesurethemotherboardsupportstheexpansioncard.
■ Alwaysturnoffthecomputerandunplugthepowercordfromthepoweroutlet
before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
PCI Express x16
(PCI-E1_16XsupportPCIExpress 3.0 16Xbandwidth)
(PCI-E2_16XsupportPCIExpress2.04Xbandwidth)