Zotac Intel Series User manual

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instructions
contained in this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio and television communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- REORIENT OR RELOCATE THE RECEIVING ANTENNA
- INCREASE THE SEPARATION BETWEEN THE EQUIPMENT AND THE RECEIVER
- CONNECT THE EQUIPMENT INTO AN OUTLET ON A CIRCUIT DIFFERENT FROM
THAT OF THE RECEIVER
- CONSULT THE DEALER OR AN EXPERIENCED AUDIO/TELEVISION TECHNICIAN
NOTE:
Connecting this device to peripheral devices that do not comply with Class B requirements, or
using an unshielded peripheral data cable, could also result in harmful interference to radio or
television reception.
The user is cautioned that any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
To ensure that the use of this product does not contribute to interference, it is necessary to use
shielded I/O cables.
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reproduced by any means.
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errors or omissions is assumed. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the
use of the information contained herein.
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CAUTION:
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries should be recycled
where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in accordance with local environmental
regulations.
Electronic Emission Notices
WARNING!

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Intel H87-MATX series Motherboard
Table of Contents
Motherboard Specications ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Motherboard Layout--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
Hardware Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Safety Instructions-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Preparing the Motherboard -------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
Installing the CPU--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
Installing the CPU Fan--------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Installing Memory Modules --------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Installing the Motherboard --------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Installing the I/O Shield -------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis -----------------------------------------------------11
Connecting Cables and Setting Switches -------------------------------------------------------------12
24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1----------------------------------------------------------------13
4-pin ATX_12V power connector-PW2 -----------------------------------------------------------13
COM Header-CN3 (Optional) -----------------------------------------------------------------------14
Front panel header-FP1 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
USB Headers-FP_U1/2/FP_USB3_1 -------------------------------------------------------------15
Front Pannel Audio Header-FP_S1 ---------------------------------------------------------------15
Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors (SATA1~6) ------------------------------------------------------16
Speaker Header-SPK1 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------16
Fan Connectors-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------16
Expansion Slots ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Jumper Settings ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Conguring the BIOS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19
Enter BIOS Setup -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19
Main Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19
X-Setting Menu-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Advanced Menu----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21
Storage Conguration---------------------------------------------------------------------------------21
CPU Conguration-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22
USB Conguration -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22
Display Conguration ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
PC Health Menu ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
CPU/SYS FAN Control Mode -----------------------------------------------------------------------23
PowerManage Menu----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24
Boot Menu-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25
Boot Conguration -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25
Exit Menu------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------27
Save Changes and Exit-------------------------------------------------------------------------------27

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Discard Changes and Exit ---------------------------------------------------------------------------27
Save Changes and Reset----------------------------------------------------------------------------27
Discard Changes and Reset ------------------------------------------------------------------------27
Save Changes ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------28
Discard Changes---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------28
Restore Defaults----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------28
Save as User Defaults --------------------------------------------------------------------------------28
Restore User Defaults --------------------------------------------------------------------------------28
Launch EFI Shell from lesystem device --------------------------------------------------------28
Flash Update Procedure ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------28
Installing Drivers and Software ----------------------------------------------------------------------------29
Drivers Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------29
Realtek HD Audio Driver Setup -------------------------------------------------------------------------35
Getting Started ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------35
Digital Output --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------35
Speakers--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------37
Microphone-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------38
Line In -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------39
Device Adavanced Settings--------------------------------------------------------------------------40
Connector Settings-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------40
Information -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------41
SATA RAID User Manual --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------42
Setting up the BIOS-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------42
Entering the RAID BIOS utility ---------------------------------------------------------------------------43
Creating a RAID set-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------43
Deleting a RAID set -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------44
Intel Rapid Storage Technology----------------------------------------------------------------------------45
Introduction ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------45
Setting Intel Rapid Storage -------------------------------------------------------------------------------45

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Intel H87-MATX series Motherboard
Motherboard Specications
qChipset
v Intel H87 Chipset
v Intel Smart Response technology ready
qSize
v Micro ATX form factor of 7.04 X 9.6 inch
qMicroprocessor support
v 4th Generation Intel Core processor ready (max TDP: 95W)
v LGA1150 socket
qOperating systems
v Windows 7 & Windows 8
v 32-bit and 64-bit support
qSystem Memory
v Dual Channel DDR3-1066/1333/1600 MHz
v Maximum memory size 16 GB
q USB 2.0 ports
v Six USB 2.0 ports (two ports on the back panel, four via pin headers)
q USB 3.0 ports
v Six USB 3.0 ports (four on the back panel, two via pin header)
v Fully backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 specications
qOnboard Serial ATA ports
v Independent DMA operation on six ports
v Six SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
qOnboard LAN
v Support Full Duplex ow control (IEEE802.3x)
v 10/100/1000 BASE-T IEEE 802.3 compliant
v Wake On LAN (WOL) power management support
qAudio
v 8 channel High Denition Audio (including one optical S/PDIF output port)
v Up to 192kHz sample rate
v One S/PDIF-out header onboard

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Motherboard Specications
qOnboard Graphics Features
v Intel HD Graphics ready
v One HDMI port, one DVI-I port and one Display port output support
v Support resolution up to 4K (4096x2304 @ 24Hz for HDMI and 3840x2160 @ 60Hz for
Display port)
qPCI Express Interface
v PCI Express 3.0
v Wake up function capable
v Clock spread spectrum capability
qExpansion slots
v One PCI Express x16 slot
v Two PCI slots
v One PCI Express x1 slot

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Motherboard Layout
Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 shows the back panel connectors.
Figure 1. Board Layout
1. 24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1
2. Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors (SATA1~6)
3. ME Update Jumper-JP3
4. Clear CMOS Jumper-JP1
5. Chipset
6. Speaker Header-SPK1
7. Front Panel Header-FP1
8. Clear RTC Jumper-JP2
9. USB 2.0 Headers (FP_U1~FP_U2)
10. USB 3.0 Header-FP_USB3_1
11. COM Header-CN4 (Optional)
12. PCI Express x1 Slot-PCIE2
13. PCI Slots-PCI1/2
14. Front Pannel Audio Header-FP_S1
15. PCI Express x16 Slot-PCIE1
16. SYS Fan Connector-SYSFAN1
17. Backpanel Connectors
18. CPU Fan Connector-CPUFAN1
19. 4-pin ATX_12V power connector-PW2
20. CPU Socket
21. DDRIII DIMM Sockets-DDRIII1~2
Figure 1

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Rear panel
1. PS2 Keyboard/Mouse Port
3. HDMI Port
2. USB 2.0 Ports
4. DVI-I Port
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Figure 2. Backpanel connectors
9. DisplayPort
5. USB 3.0 Ports 6. Optical SPDIF Output
Activity LED
Status Descritption
Off No link
Orange Linked
Blinking Data activity
8. LAN port LED indicators
Speed LED
Status Description
Off Speed: 10 Mbps
Green Speed: 100 Mbps
Orange Speed: 1000 Mbps
Speed LEDActivity LED
7. Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel 8-Channel
Blue Line-In Line-In Line-In Side Speaker Out
Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Black -- -- Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Orange -- Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

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Intel H87-MATX series Motherboard
Hardware Installation
This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics covered in this
section are:
q Preparing the motherboard
v Installing the CPU
v Installing the CPU fan
v Installing Memory DIMMs
q Installing the motherboard
qConnecting cables and setting switches
Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions.
Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main source before
removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis.

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Hardware Installation
Preparing the Motherboard
The motherboard shipped in the box does not contain a CPU or memory. You need to purchase
them to complete this installation.
Installing the CPU
Be very careful when handling the CPU. Make sure not to bend or break any pins on the back.
Hold the processor only by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the processor.
The following illustration shows CPU installtaion components
1. Unhook the socket lever by pushing down
and away from the socket.
2. Lift the socket lever and the load plate to
fully open position.
3. Use your thumb and forenger to lift the cap
up vertically.
● Be careful not to touch the socket contacts.
4. Hold the processor with your thumb and
forenger. Insert the processor into the socket
vertically.
● Align the CPU pin 1 mark with the pin 1
corner of the CPU socket.
5. Make sure the CPU is fully seated, and then
replace the load plate.
● Be sure that the front end of the load
plate is under the shoulder screw.
6. Secure the load lever to its locked location.

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Installing the CPU Fan
There are many different fan types that can be used with this motherboard. Follow the instruction
that came with your fan assembly. Make sure that the fan orientation is correct for your chassis
type and fan assembly.
Installing Memory Modules
Your new motherboard has two 1.5V 240-pin slots for DDR3 memory. These slots support 1
GB/2 GB/4 GB/8 GB DDR3 devices. There must be at least one memory bank populated to
ensure normal operation. Refer to the following recommendations to install memory modules.
Note that a memory module has a notch so it can only t in one direction. Refer to the following
procedure to install memory modules into the slots on the motherboard.
1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clips outward.
2. Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically into the DIMM
slot. The plastic clips at both sides of the DIMM slot automatically lock the DIMM into the
connector.
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Hardware Installation
Installing the Motherboard
The sequence of installing the motherboard into the chassis depends on the chassis you are using
and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an empty chassis. Determine if
it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the motherboard and
then make all the connections. It is normally easier to secure the motherboard rst.
Use the following procedure to install the I/O shield and secure the motherboard into the chassis.
Note: Be sure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the chassis covers
to lock into place and for the expansion cards. Also make sure the CPU Fan assembly is
aligned with the vents on the covers.
Installing the I/O Shield
The motherboard kit comes with an I/O shield that is used to block radio frequency transmissions,
protects internal components from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airow within
the chassis.
Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of the chassis. Press the
I/O shield into place and make sure it ts securely. If the I/O shield does not t into the chassis,
you will need to obtain the proper size from the chassis supplier.
Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis
Most computer chassis have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the motherboard
to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short circuits. If there are studs that do not
align with a mounting hole on the motherboard, it is recommended that you remove that stud
to prevent the possibility of a short circuit. In most cases, it is recommended to secure the
motherboard with spacers.
1. Carefully place the motherboard onto the studs/spacers located inside the chassis.
2. Align the mounting holes with the studs/spacers.
3. Align the connectors to the I/O shield.
4. Ensure that the fan assembly is aligned with the chassis vents according to the fan assembly
instruction.
5. Secure the motherboard with screws.

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Connecting Cables and Setting Switches
This section takes you through all the connectors and switch settings necessary on the
motherboard. This will include:
q Power Connectors
v 24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1
v 4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector-PW2
q Internal Headers/Connectors
v COM Header-CN3 (Optional)
v Front Panel Header-FP1
v USB Headers (FP_U1/2/FP_USB3-1)
v Front Pannel Audio Header-FP_S1
v Speaker Header-SPK1
q Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors (SATA1~6)
q Fan Connectors
q Expansion Slots
q Jumper Settings
See Figure 1 to locate the connectors and jumpers referenced in the following procedure.

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Hardware Installation
24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1
PW1 is the main power supply connector. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are
properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Firmly plug the power supply cable into
the connector and make sure it is secure.
PW1-Pin Denition
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V
2 +3.3V 14 -12V
3 GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON
5 GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7 GND 19 GND
8 PWROK 20 -5V
9 +5V_AUX 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V 23 +5V
12 +3.3V 24 GND
4-pin ATX_12V power connector-PW2
PW2, the 4-pin ATX 12V power connector, is used to provide power to the CPU. Align the pins to
the connector and press rmly until seated.
PW2-Pin Denition
Pin Signal
1 GND
2 GND
3 +12V
4 +12V
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q PWRLED
Attach the front panel power LED cable to these two pins of the connector. The Power LED
indicates the system’s status.
q PWR SW
Attach the power button cable from the case to these two pins. Pressing the power button
on the front panel turns the system on and off rather than using the power supply button.
q HDD LED
Attach the hard disk drive indicator LED cable to these two pins. The HDD indicator LED
indicates the activity status of the hard disks.
q RST SW
Attach the Reset switch cable from the front panel of the case to these two pins. The system
restarts when the RESET switch is pressed.
Note: Some chassis do not have all four cables. Be sure to match the name on the
connectors to the corresponding pins.
Front Panel Header-FP1
The front panel header on this motherboard is
one connector used to connect the following four
cables :
COM Header-CN3 (Optional)
CN3 - Pin Denition
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 DCD 2 RXD
3 TXD 4 DTR
5 GND 6 DSR
7RTS 8 CTS
9 RI 10 Key
FP1-Pin Denition
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 HDD_LED+ 2 PW_LED+
3 HDD_LED- 4 PW_LED-
5 GND 6 PWR_SW
7 RESET 8 GND
9 NC 10 KEY
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USB Headers-FP_U1/2/FP_USB3_1
This motherboard contains two USB 2.0 and four USB 3.0 ports that are exposed on the rear
panel of the chassis. The motherboard also contains two 10-pin internal USB 2.0 headers and
one 20-pin USB 3.0 connector onboard.
Front Panel Audio Header-FP_S1
The audio connector supports HD audio standard
and provides two kinds of audio output choices: the
Front Audio, the Rear Audio. The front Audio supports
retasking function.
Note:
In order to utilize the front audio
header, your chassis must have front
audio connector. Also please make
sure the pin assignment on the cable
is the same as the pin assignment
on the mainboard header. To nd
out if the chassis you are buying
supports a front audio connector,
please contact your dealer.
FP_U1~FP_U2-Pin Denition
PIN Assignment PIN Assignment
1 VCC 2 VCC
3 USBP0- 4 USBP1-
5 USBP0+ 6 USBP1+
7 GND 8 GND
9 KEY 10 NC
FP_S1-Pin Denition
PIN Assignment PIN Assignment
1 MIC2(L) 2 GND
3 MIC(R) 4 -ACZ-DET
5Front Audio(R) 6 Reserved
7 FAVDIO-JD 8 Key(No pin)
9Front Audio(L) 10 Reserved
FP_USB3_1-Pin Denition
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 AVBUS 11 BD+
2 ASSRX- 12 BD-
3 ASSRX+ 13 GND2
4 GND 14 BSSTX+
5 ASSTX- 15 BSSTX-
6 ASSTX+ 16 GND3
7 GND1 17 BSSRX+
8 AD- 18 BSSRX-
9 AD+ 19 BVBUS
10 NC 20 KEY
Note: Secure the bracket to
either the front or rear panel of
your chassis (not all chassis
are equipped with the front
panel option).
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Speaker Header-SPK1
Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors (SATA1~6)
The Serial ATA connector is used to connect the Serial ATA device to the motherboard. These
connectors support the thin Serial ATA cables for primary storage devices. The motherboard
incorporates six SATA III ports (SATA1~6) with maximum tranansfer rate up to 6.0 Gb/s each.
SPK1-Pin Denition
PIN Assignment
1 VCC
2 NC
3 NC
4 SPK-
SATA-Pin Denition
Pin Signal
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
Fan Connectors
There are two fan connectors on the motherboard, including system fan connector-SYSFAN1
and CPU fan connector-CPUFAN1.
SPK1
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Control
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Hardware Installation
PCIe x16 Slot-PCIE1
There is one PCIe x16 slot reserved for graphics card. It is fully compliant with PCIE 3.0
specication.
PCI Slots-PCI1/2
The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, USB card, SCSI card and other cards that
comply with PCI specications.
PCIe x1 Slot-PCIE2
There is one PCI Express x1 slot that is designed to accommodate less bandwidth intensive
cards, such as a modem or LAN card.
Expansion Slots
The motherboard contains three expansion slots, one PCIe x16 slot, one PCIe x1 slot and two
PCI slots.
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Jumper Settings
This section explains how to congure the motherboard’s hardware. Before using your
computer, make sure all jumpers and DRAM modules are set correctly. Refer to this section
whenever in doubt.
CMOS Clear Jumper-JP1
Close Open * = Default setting.
If you want to clear the system conguration, use the JP1 (Clear CMOS Jumper) to clear data.
Notice:
1. Be sure to save the CMOS setting when exit the CMOS.
2. If the CPU is frequency multiplier locked, no CPU speed change will be seen even if the
frequency multiplier setting in CMOS setup is changed.
JP1 Selection
1-2* Normal*
2-3 CMOS Clear
1
1
ME Update Jumper-JP3 (optional)
JP3 Selection
1-2* Normal*
2-3 Intel Management Engine
(ME) update
1
1
RTC Clear Jumper-JP2
JP2 Selection
1-2* Normal*
2-3 RTC Clear
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Conguring the BIOS
This section discusses how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Enter BIOS Setup
The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software. Correctly
setting the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance.
Refer to the following procedure to verify/change BIOS settings.
1. Power on the computer.
2. Press the Del key when the following message briey displays at the bottom of
the screen during the Power On Self Test (POST).
Pressing Del takes you to the BIOS Setup Utility.
Note: 1. We reserve the right to update the BIOS version presented in the manual. The
BIOS pictures shown in this section are for reference only.
2. It is strongly recommended that you do not change the default BIOS settings.
Changing some settings could damage your system.
Main Menu
Note: Users please note that the data in gray is non-changeable, and the others are for selection.
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS
automatically detects the items in this menu.
q BIOS Information
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
Conguring the BIOS