Foxconn Z75M-S User Manual

Z75M-S 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 Z75M-S
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
■ EN 55024/A2:2003 Information technology equipment-Immunity
characteristics limits and methods of measurement
Signature: Place / Date: TAIPEI/2012
Printed Name: James Liang
Declaration of conformity
Trade Name: FOXCONN
Model Name: Z75M-S
Responsible Party: PCE Industry Inc.
Address: 458 E. Lambert Rd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
Telephone: 714-738-8868
Facsimile: 714-738-8838
Equipment Classication: FCC Class B Subassembly
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.
Supplementary Information:
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.
Signature: Date: 2012

Installation Precautions

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CAUTIO
■ 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.
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.

Technical Support

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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
Install the CPU Cooler ............................................................................10
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 Jumpers ...............................................................................................18
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Enter BIOS Setup .......................................................................................21
Main ............................................................................................................22
Advanced ...................................................................................................23
Network Stack .........................................................................................24
Onboard Device Conguration ................................................................25
Chipset Conguration .............................................................................26
ACPI Conguration .................................................................................27
SATA Conguration .................................................................................28
USB Conguration ..................................................................................29
Trusted Computing ..................................................................................30
OC plus ......................................................................................................31
CPU Conguration ..................................................................................32
Memory Conguration .............................................................................34
Voltage Conguration ..............................................................................35
Hardware Monitor ...................................................................................36
Hardware Voltage Monitor ......................................................................37
Boot ............................................................................................................38
CSM parameters .....................................................................................39
Security ......................................................................................................40
Secure Boot ............................................................................................41
Save & Exit .................................................................................................42
Chapter 4 CD Instruction
4-1 Install driver and utility ..........................................................................44
1. Driver ..................................................................................................44
2. Utility ...................................................................................................45
4-2 FOX ONE .............................................................................................46
1. Main Page ...........................................................................................47
2. CPU Page - CPU Control ....................................................................50
3. Frequency Page - Frequency Control (Optional) ................................53
4. Limit Setting ........................................................................................53
5. Voltage Page - Voltage Control (Optional) ..........................................56
6. Fan Page - Fan Control ......................................................................56
4-3 FOX LiveUpdate ...................................................................................57
1. Local Update .......................................................................................57
2. Online Update .....................................................................................59
3. Congure ............................................................................................62
4. About & Help .......................................................................................64
4-4 FOX LOGO ..........................................................................................65
4-5 FOX DMI ..............................................................................................66
4-6 Smart charger ......................................................................................66
Chapter 5 RAID Conguration
RAID Conguration Introduction .................................................................68
Intel® Matrix Storage Manager ..................................................................70
Steps to Install Serial ATA Hard Disks ........................................................70
5-1 Create a RAID driver diskette .............................................................71
5-2 BIOS Conguration ..............................................................................72
5-3 Create RAID in BIOS ...........................................................................72
Enter RAID BIOS Setup ..........................................................................72
Create RAID Volume ...............................................................................73
Delete RAID Volume ...............................................................................88
Reset Disks to Non-RAID .......................................................................90
Recovery Volume Options ......................................................................94
Exit RAID BIOS ......................................................................................95
5-4 Install a New Windows XP ...................................................................96
Appendix
USB Charger ............................................................................................101
Setup Guide ..........................................................................................101
®
Intel
Rapid Start Technology ...................................................................102
System Requirements ...........................................................................102
Enable Intel
®
Rapid Start Technology ...................................................102

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Thank you for buying Foxconn Z75M-S Series mother­board. 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
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
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
Memory
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express X16 slot
Storage - 3 x SATA 2.0 connectors (3Gb/s data transfer rate)
LAN
Audio Realtek ALC887-VD2 Audio chip:
USB - Support up to 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 rear panel ports, 2 onboard USB
Onboard Button and LED
Intel® Z75
4 x 240 pin DDR3 DIMMs
Support up to 32GB of system memory
Dual channel DDR3 2133(oc*)/ 1866(oc*) /1600(oc*) /1333 MHz architecture
(oc*) = overclocking
- Support PCI Express Gen2 5GT/S data rate (Sandy bridge)
- Support PCI-Express Gen3 8GT/S data rate (Ivy bridge)
2 x PCI Express X1 slots
- Support PCI Express Gen2 5GT/S data rate
1 x PCI slot
- 2 x SATA 3.0 connectors (6Gb/s data transfer rate)
- 1 x mSATA
Realtek RTL8111F Gigabit LAN chip
Support 10/100/1000Mbps
- High Denition Audio
- 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
- Support Jack-Sensing function
headers supporting 4 extra ports)
- Support up to 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 rear panel ports, 1 onboard USB
headers supporting 2 extra ports)
- Support USB 2.0 protocol up to 480Mb/s
- Support USB 3.0 protocol up to 5Gb/s (USB 3.0 speed only supported
by Win7 and Win8, WinXP only support USB 2.0 speed)
Power On/Off
Reset button/Debug LED
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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Internal Connectors
Back Panel Connectors
Hardware Monitor System voltage detection
Green Function Support ACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Interface)
Bundled Software
Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows® 8/7/XP
Form Factor
1 x 24-pin ATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
3 x SATA 2.0 connectors
2 x SATA 3.0 connectors
1 x mSATA connector
2 x USB 2.0 headers (supporting 4 x USB devices)
1 x USB 3.0 header (supporting 2 x USB devices)
1 x CPU FAN header
1 x
System FAN header (4-pin)
1 x
System FAN header (3-pin)
1 x Front panel header
1 x Front audio header
1 x Speaker header (Buzzer Reserved)
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x TPM header
1 x CIR1 header (Only support under Win7 and Win8)
1 x INTR header
1 x SPDIF_OUT header
1 x COM1 header
1 x PS/2 Keyboard port
1 x RJ-45 LAN port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x VGA port
1 x HDMI port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
2 x USB 3.0 ports
6 x Audio ports
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU overheating warning
CPU/System fan speed control
Support S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM),
S4 (suspend to disk), S5 (soft - off)
Support EuP function
FOX ONE, FOX LiveUpdate, FOX LOGO, FOX DMI, Smart Charger
mATX Form Factor, 9.6 inches x 9.6 inches ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)
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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

1-2 Layout

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13
14
15
10
11
17
4
19
20
3
21
5
18
6
7 8 9
16
2
22
1
26
25 24
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1. 4-pin ATX 12V Power Connector
2. 4-pin SYS_FAN1 Header
3. PCI Express x16 Slot
4. PCI Express x1 Slots
5. PCI Slots
6. Front Audio Header
7. SPDIF_OUT Header
8. 3-pin SYS_FAN1 Header
9. Speaker Header
10. TPM Header
11. mSATA
12. Front USB Connectors
13. SATA Connector
Note: The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the
physical motherboard for detail.
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14. Reset button
15. Power On/Off button
16. Front Panel Header
17. CIR1 Header
18. COM1 Header
19. INTR Header
20. Debug LED
21. Clear CMOS Header
22. 24-Pin ATX Power Connector
23. DDR3 DIMM Slots
24. CPU_FAN Header
25. Chipset: Intel® Z75
26. LGA1155 CPU Socket

1-3 Back Panel Connectors

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
PS/2 Keyboard Port
1
VGA Port
DVI-D Port HDMI Port
2
4
3
USB 2.0 Ports
5
USB 3.0 Ports
LAN Port
7
6 8
Audio Ports
Line Out
Line In
Rear Speaker
Subwoofer
Side Speaker
Microphone In
1. PS/2 Keyboard Port
Use the port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
2. VGA Port Use this port to connect external display devices, such as monitor or LCD display.
3. USB 2.0 Ports
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.
4. DVI_D Port
The DVI-D port supports DVI-D specication. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connec­tion 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 Ports The USB port supports the USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices such
as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB ash drive and etc. You need to install the USB
3.0 driver in the Driver CD before using it.
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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
7. RJ-45 LAN Port
The Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10/100/1000Mb/s data rate.
LAN Type
100M
Left: Active Right: Link
Status Description Status Description
Off No Link Off No Link
Green Blinking
Data Activity
Orange 10/100Mb/s
Connection
Active Link LED LED
Off No Link Off No Link
1000M
Green Blinking
Data Activity
Off 10Mb/s Connection
Green 100Mb/s Connection
Orange 1000Mb/s Connection
8. Audio Ports
For the denition of each audio port, please refer to the table below:
8-channel Audio ports
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 Side Speaker Out
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: Please refer to Chapter 4, and run the Realtek audio driver (in CD) to assign the audio output
ports for different applications of 2/4/5.1 channels or 2/4/5/7.1 channels. The fundamental audio
outputs are depicted in the table above.
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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, including the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply, slots, pin headers and the mounting of jumpers. Caution should be exercised during the instal­lation 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
HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2-1 Install the CPU and CPU Cooler

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 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

Install the CPU

Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
LGA1155 CPU Socket
Alignment Key
Pin-1 corner of
the CPU Socket
LGA1155 CPU
Notch
Pin-1 triangle
marking of 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.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
1. Release the CPU socket lever.
3. Remove protective socket cover.
2. Lift the metal cover on the CPU socket.
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.
5. When CPU is properly seated,
replace the metal cover and push the
CPU socket lever back to its locked
position.
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Install the CPU Cooler

Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard.
1. Apply and spread an even layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU..
3. Check the solder side of the motherboard, the push pin should
be xed as depicted in the picture.
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3
1
1
2
2
2. Place the four bolts of the
CPU cooler to the holes of the motherboard, push them straight down from the top, and the bolts will be fastened on the motherboard.
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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Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease may adhere to the CPU. Incorrectly removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2-2 Install the Memory

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.
Dual Channel Memory Conguration
This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in your system.
Four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels:
Channel 0: DIMM1, DIMM2
Channel 1: DIMM3, DIMM4
The combinations of DIMM modules are:
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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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

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.
144-Pin
Notch
96-Pin
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.
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Step 2:
The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted.

2-3 Install an Expansion Card

■ 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.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
PCI Express x16
PCI Express x1
PCI
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.
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2-4 Install other Internal Connectors

Power Connectors
This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. In order not to damage any device, make sure all the devices have been installed properly before applying the power supply.
24-pin ATX Power Connector: PWR1
PWR1 is the ATX 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.
Pin # Denition Pin # Denition
1 3.3V 13 3.3V
2 3.3V 14 -12V
3 GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON(Soft On/Off)
5 GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7 GND 19 GND
8 Power Good 20 NC
9 +5V SB(Stand by +5V) 21 +5V
24 13
12
PWR1
1
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V 23 +5V
12 3.3V 24 GND
Pin No. 24
We recommend you using a 24-pin power supply. If you are using a 20-pin power
supply, you need to align the ATX power connector according to the picture.
4-pin ATX 12 V Power Connector: PWR2
20-Pin Power
Connect the 4-pin ATX 12V power supply to PWR2 and provides power to the CPU.
3 1
Pin # Denition
+12V
GND
4 2
PWR2
1 GND
2 GND
3 +12V
4 +12V
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Audio Header: F_AUDIO
The audio connector supports HD Audio standard. It provides the Front Audio output choice.
SPDIF Header: SPDIF_OUT
The connector is used for SPDIF output.
A_MIC2_L A_MIC2_R
A_LINE2_R
SENSE_SEND
A_LINE2_L
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2
1
AUD_GND
PRESENCEJ SENSE1_RETURN EMPTY
SENSE2_RETURN
109
F_AUDIO
+5V
EMPTY
SPDIF_OUT
GND
1
2
3
4
SPDIF_OUT
Speaker Header: SPEAKER
The speaker connector is used to connect speaker of the chassis.
NC
1
2
3
4
PWR
EMPTY
SPKJ
SPEAKER
Fan Header: CPU_FAN, FAN1, SYS_FAN1
There are three main fan headers on this mother­board. The fan speed can be controlled and moni­tored in “Health” section of the BIOS Setup. These fans can be automatically turned off after the system
enter S3, S4 and S5 sleeping states.
1
FAN1
1
GND
+12V
NC
CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1
GND POWER SENSE CONTROL
Serial ATA 2.0 Connectors: SATA2/3/4
These connectors are used to connect with SATA
2.0 Hard Disk drives or optical disc devices.
Serial ATA 3.0 Connectors: SATA0/1
These connectors are used to connect with SATA
3.0 Hard Disk drives.
SATA2/3/4
1 GND TX+ TX­GND RX­RX+ GND
SATA0/1
1 GND TX+ TX­GND RX­RX+ GND
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
TPM Header: TPM
The TPM (Trusted Platform Module) provides the ability to the PC to run applications more secure and to make transactions and communication more trust­worthy. To utilize this function, you should purchase an additional device and install it.
USB 2.0 Connectors: F_USB1/2
These connectors comply with USB 2.0 specica­tion, you can get USB ports by connecting the USB module cable to any of these connectors.
F_USB2 support USB Charger function, for detailed
information, please refer to the USB Charger Intro­duction in the Appendix.
LCLK
LFRAMEn
LRESETn
LAD3
VDD
LAD0
NC_1
3D3V-DUAL
GND
LPCPDn
1 2
19 20
TPM
GND EMPTY NC_3
LAD2
LAD1 GND
NC_4
SERIRQ
CLKRUNin
NC_5
VCC
GND
EMPTY
D-
D+
12
109
F_USB1
VCC D­D+ GND NC
VCC
GND
EMPTY
D-
D+
12
109
F_USB2
VCC D­D+ GND NC
USB 3.0 Connector: USB 3.0
This connector complies with the USB 3.0 speci­cation, and is for the additional USB 3.0 ports.
USB3.0 SS TX+
USB3.0 SS TX-
USB3.0 SS RX+ USB3.0 SS RX-
Front Panel Header: FP1
This motherboard includes one connector for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators.
Hard Disk LED Connector (HDD-LED)
Connect to the chassis front panel IDE indicator LED. It indicates the active status of the hard
disks. This 2-pin connector is directional with
+/- sign.
USB2.0 D+
USB2.0 D-
GND
GND
VCC
19 20
NC
USB2.0 D+ USB2.0 D-
GND
USB3.0 SS TX+ USB3.0 SS TX-
GND
USB3.0 SS RX+ USB3.0 SS RX-
VCC EMPTY
1 2
USB 3.0
1
2
+
+
HDD-LED
RESET-SW
NC
PWR-LED
-
-
PWR-SW
EMPTY
10
9
FP1
Reset Switch (RESET-SW)
Attach the connector to the Reset switch on the front panel of the case; the system will restart when the switch is pressed.
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Power LED Connector (PWR-LED)
Connect to the power LED indicator on the front panel of the chassis. The Power LED indicates the system’s status. When the system is in
operation (S0 status), the LED is on. When the
system gets into sleep mode (S1) , the LED is
blinking; When the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or power off mode (S5), the LED is off. This 2-pin
connector is directional with +/- sign.
Power Switch Connector (PWR-SW)
Connect to the power button on the front panel of the chassis. Push this switch allows the system to be turned on and off rather than using the power supply button.
mSATA Connector: mSATA
The connector is used to connect mSATA device.
IrDA Header: CIR1
This connector supports infrared wireless transmit­ting and receiving devices. (Win7 & Win8 only)
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1 2
9 10
CIR1
+5VSB CIRRX GND CIRTX
EMPTY
COM Header: COM1
+5V
EMPTY
NC
GND NC
This motherboard supports one serial RS232 COM
port for legacy compatibility. User must purchase
another RS232 cable with a 9-pin D-sub connector at one end to connect with the external RS232 device and another end with 10-pin female connector to
connect with COM1 connector in the motherboard.
Chassis Intruder Alarm Header: INTR
The connector can be connected to a security switch on the chassis. The system can detect the chassis intrusion through the function of this connector. If eventually the chassis is closed, the system will send a message out.
RLSD
SOUT
GND
RTS
12
SIN DTR DSR
109
COM1
CTS EMPTY
INTRUDERJ
1
GND
RI
INTR
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2-5 Jumpers

For some features, users can change the jumper settings on this motherboard to modify them. This section explains how to use the various functions of this motherboard by changing the jumper settings. Users should read the following content carefully prior to modifying any jumper setting.
Description of Jumpers
1. For any jumper on this motherboard, pin 1 can be identied by the bold silkscreen next to it.
However, in this manual, pin 1 is simply labeled as “1”.
2. The following table explains different types of jumper settings. “Closed” means placing a jumper
cap on the two pins to temporarily short them. The shorting can also be done by touching two
pins by a screwdriver for a few seconds, but using a jumper cap is recommended. It can prevent
hazardous ESD (Electrical Static Discharge) problems.
Jumper Diagram Denition Description
1
1
1
1
1
1
Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS
The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to store the basic hardware information (such as BIOS data, date, time information, hardware password, etc.). Clearing CMOS data is the fastest way to go
back to factory default when the BIOS settings were mistakenly modied.
The steps to clear CMOS data are:
1. Turn off the computer, unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
2. Remove jumper cap from pins 2-3, put it onto pins 1-2 to short them. This will clear CMOS data.
3. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed.
4. Plug in the power cord to your computer and turn it on.
5. Go to BIOS Setup to congure the new system as described in the next chapter.
Closed Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 closed
Open Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 open
1-2 Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 closed
2-3 Set Pin 2 and Pin 3 closed
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1
Clear
Normal (Default)
2
3
1
2
3
CLR_CMOS
N
CAUTIO
■ Disconnect the power cable before adjusting the jumper settings.
■ Do not clear the CMOS while the system is turned on.
2-6 OnBoard Button
Power on Button: PWR_ON
Push the power on button to power on the system.
Reset Button: RST
Push the reset button to reboot the system.
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PWR_ON
RST
2-7 OnBoard Debug LED
2-digital LED readout displays hardware status
and enables quick error diagnosis.
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Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. You have to run the Setup Program when the following cases occur:
1. An error message appears on the screen during the system Power On Self Test (POST) process.
2. You want to change the default CMOS settings.
This chapter includes the following information:
■ Enter BIOS Setup
■ Main
■ Advanced
■ OC Plus
■ Boot
■ Security
■ Save & Exit
BIOS SETUP

Enter BIOS Setup

The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software, correctly setting up the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance. Power on the computer, when the message "Press <DEL> to enter Setup, <F7> to Boot Menu" appears at the bottom of the screen, you can press <DEL> key to enter Setup.
We do not suggest that you change the default values in the BIOS Setup, and we shall not be responsible for any damage which resulted from the change you made.
Use the arrow right/left keys to select a specic function and go to the submenu. Each function is explained below:
Main
It displays the basic system conguration, such as CPU Name, memory size, system date, time
and so on. They all can be viewed or set up through this menu.
Advanced
The values for the chipset can be changed through this menu, and the system performance can be optimized.
OC Plus
The advanced system features can be set up through this menu.
Boot
Boot features can be set up through this menu. You can set the boot device priority here.
Security
The Administrator/User password can be set up through this menu to prevent unauthorized use of your computer. If you set a password, the system will ask you to key in correct password before boot or access to Setup.
Save&Exit
The optimal performance settings can be loaded through this menu. However, it may offer bet­ter performance in some ways (such as less I/O cards, less memory ...etc.), still, it may cause problem if you have more memory or I/O cards installed. It means, if your system loading is heavy, set to optimal default may sometimes come out an unstable system. What you need now
is to adjust BIOS setting one by one, trial and error, to nd out the best setting for your current
system. You also can save or discard the changes and exit BIOS setup here.
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BIOS SETUP

Main

Main Advanced
BIOS Information BIOS Vendor American Megatrends Build Date 11/28/2012 16:33:57 Embedded Controller Version 12.F1.10 System BIOS Version B82F1D01 ME Firmware Version 8.1.2.1318 IGFX BIOS Version 2143 Model Name Z75M-S
CPU Information Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 3.00GHz Processor Type IvyBridge
Processor Speed 3000 MHz Microcode Revision 4 Processor Cores 4
Memory Information Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3 1333)
System Date [Wed 11/29/2012] System Time [11:07:45]
Access Level Administrator
OC plus
Version 2.15.1234. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Security
Boot
Save&Exit
Set the Date. Use Tab to switch between Data elements.
→ ←: Select Screen ↑ ↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit
► BIOS Information
It displays the current BIOS information. User can check this information and discuss with the
eld service people if a BIOS upgrade is needed.
► CPU Information
It displays the current CPU information.
► Memory Information
This item displays the total memory size. The size is depending on how many memory mod­ules are installed in your system before powering on.
► System Date
<weekday><month><date><year> format. Day—weekday from Sun. to Sat., this message is automatically displayed by BIOS (Read Only).
Month—month from 1 to 12.
Date—date from 1 to 31. Year—year, set up by users.
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a eld. Use [+] or [-] to input the value.
► System Time
This item allows you to congure the desired time. Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a eld. Use [+] or [-] to input the value. The three elds of the setting are <hour>: <minute>: <second> respectively.
► Access Level
It displays your current access level. If you enter the system with a user password, it will dispaly “User”. If no password is set or you enter the system with the administrator password, this item will display “Administrator”.
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Advanced

BIOS SETUP
Main
▶ Network Stack
▶ Onboard Device Configuration ▶ Chipset Configuration ▶ ACPI Configuration ▶ SATA Configuration ▶ USB Configuration ▶ Trusted Computing
OC plus
Advanced
Version 2.15.1234. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Security
Boot
Save&Exit
Network Stack Settings
→ ←: Select Screen ↑ ↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit
► Network Stack/Onboard Device Conguration/Chipset Conguration/ACPI Conguration/
SATA Conguration/USB Conguration/Trusted Computing
Press <Enter> to go to its submenu.
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