- 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® H97
- Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
* Due to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600 Mhz. - GraphicIntegrated 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 SupportSupports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology
- Expansion Slots1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 mode, gray)
1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (max at x4 mode, black) *1
2 x PCIe x1
3 x PCI - StorageIntel® H97 chipset :
1 x SATA Express port, compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)*2
4 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 *3 - LANIntel® I218V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s), featuring Turbo LAN
Intel® LAN- Dual interconnect between the Integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY) - AudioRealtek® ALC892 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 PortsIntel® H97 chipset :
6 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board)
Intel® H97 chipset :
8 x USB 2.0/1.1 port(s) (2 at back panel, black, 6 at mid-board) - Special FeaturesASUS 5X Protection :
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 6 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 :
- GPU Boost
- MemOK!
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger
- Anti-Surge
- USB 3.0 Boost
- Disk Unlocker
- Turbo LAN
- 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-Shield
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-Connector - Operating System SupportWindows® 8.1
Windows® 8
Windows® 7 - Back I/O Ports1 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 Ports1 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 SATA Express connector: black, compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
1 x M.2 Socket 3 for M Key, type 2260/2280 devices
1 x TPM header
1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (3 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) (Q-Connector)
1 x MemOK! button(s)
1 x GPU Boost switch(es)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) - AccessoriesUser's manual
ASUS Q-Shield
4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x Q-connector(s) (2 in 1) - BIOS128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.8, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2,
CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information - ManageabilityWfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE
- Support DiscDrivers
ASUS Utilities
EZ Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version) - Form FactorATX Form Factor
12 inch x 8.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm ) - Management SolutionIntel® SBA support
- Note*1: The PCIe x1_1, PCIe x1_2 slots share bandwidth with PCIe x16_2. The PCIe x16_2 slot runs at x2 mode as default. Please check BIOS for more configuration.
*2: M.2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with SATA Express port.
*3: These functions will work depending on the CPU installed.
The product (electrical , electronic equipment, Mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
- Products certified by the Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada will be distributed in the United States and Canada. Please visit the ASUS USA and ASUS Canada websites for information about locally available products.
- All specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be available in all markets.
- PCB color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice.
- Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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!
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Temperature and Humidity Test
Components withstand extreme conditions
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Thermal Measurement
Cool and stable under the heaviest loads
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Insertion Test
Guaranteed I/O reliability
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Up to 24-hour aging test to ensure reliability
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Power Consumption Test
Ensure global-standard energy efficiency
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Temperature and DC Margin
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Thermal Shock Test
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Non-Operation Vibration Test
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Burn-In Test
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Installation Test
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Drop Test
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Shock Test
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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
A double win for gaming!
The difference between defeat and victory can be measured in
milliseconds. That's why ASUS motherboards are equipped with
state-of-the-art networking technology that puts your frags first!
Turbo LAN
Turbo LAN with cFosSpeed traffic-shaping technology adds even
more lag-reducing support and intuitive user interface. It allows you to
lower lag with no expert knowledge – by up to 1.45X! If you're a
tweaker, use Advanced Mode for hardcore controls.
Real-time speed monitor
Grouping your own favorite list
Set priority to speed up for your application
*Testing configuration: Intel® Core™ i7-4770K CPU @ 3.50 GHz │ Z97-DELUXE │ Transcend JM1600KLH-16GK DDR3 1600MHz*2 │ Windows Win8.1 Ultimate 64bit
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 H97 your game-data
packets flow up to two times (2X) faster than competing gaming-LAN
technologies!
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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.
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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-acclaimed UEFI BIOS
The smoothest, slickest mouse-controlled graphical BIOS has been
improved to make it even more appealing. Whether you're a PC novice or a
seasoned overclocker, the EZ and Advanced Modes help you find your way,
quickly and easily.
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
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Fan Profile:
Detailed CPU and case fan information for instant cooling!
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SATA Information:
Displays SATA port details for you to easily recognize devices!
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Fast Clock Adjustment:
Use mouse controls to change the time and date!
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EZ XMP:
Improve your DRAM performance with a click!
Advanced Mode
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Shortcut:
Press Enter to create shortcuts to favorite settings, or select an existing shortcut and press F4 to go straight there!
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Quick Notes:
Make notes and capture BIOS-related ideas, quickly and conveniently!
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Last Modified Log:
Track last change and save preferred profiles onto a USB drive!
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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.
Watch video
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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.
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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.
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Informative fan controls
Delivers complete information that allows you to take advanced control over each fan.
Ultra-fast transfer speed
Evolve your storage speed with SATA Express
SATA Express provides up to 10Gbit/s data-transfer speeds from
two PCIE 2.0 lanes, resolving the higher bandwidth request in the near
future. The current SSDs consume up to 550MB/s, which is close to
saturation point for SATA 6Gbit/s connections. Backwardly compatible
with up to two SATA drives, SATA Express is the next-generation
connectivity standard — and ensures that you and your system won't get
left behind.
Speed up your system with M.2
With two native PCI Express 2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to
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!*
*Refer to model specifications for Intel® Rapid Storage Technology support
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!
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assembly
ASUS Q-Design makes PC building quick and easy
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settings
ASUS AI Suite 3 is a one-stop shop for adjusting your settings
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monitoring
ASUS Push Notice monitors your PC status on the go
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BIOS updates
ASUS EZ Flash 2 updates your BIOS from
USB outside the operating system
Learn More
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.
Easily view the photo in your computer with pad outside of home
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
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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.
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Intel® H97 Express Chipset
The Intel® H97 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, H97 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® H97 Express Chipset also supports iGPU functions, letting users
enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphics performance.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The product (electrical , electronic equipment,
Mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.
- Products certified
by the Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada will be
distributed in the United States and Canada. Please visit the ASUS USA and ASUS
Canada websites for information about locally available products.
- All specifications are subject to change without notice. Please
check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be
available in all markets.
- PCB color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice.
- Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective c