Question 1

Hi, Does this product require a liquid cooling loop to be functional, or is that an optional component?

Simply put: Can it run without liquid cooling?

Accepted Answer

This ASRock Z87 board is a solid performer and has not given me any trouble whatsoever. It was a breeze to set up and has plenty of OC options. It does not need or require liquid cooling. I cool my Intel I7 proc with a high end 3rd party fan -- no liquid stuff. Everything runs fine. Hope this helps; I don't think you would be disappointed with the board.

Question 2

How can install the usb 3.0 bracket in front ?

Accepted Answer

If I recall correctly, you need to install it as if you were trying to install a 2.5 bay device and it should fit. Your tower should have either a 3.5 to 2.5 tray convertor or it should just be able to be installed. Otherwise your tower may not allow for a 2.5 device.

Question 3

Where is the mini PCIe port located?

Accepted Answer

Hello, the mini pcie slot is between the 1st and 2nd pcie slots. It is at a 90 degree angel to the motherboard so its looks rather hidden, but it's there. Excellent mb by the way.

Question 4

What USB 3.0 controller does this motherboard use? Intel extensible host controller?

Accepted Answer

It has the Intel as well as the Etron controller.  So far the Etron drivers have been very buggy for me, and won't install without freezing my computer.  I forget how many of each one it has, but so far I've had enough without needing the Etron ports.

Question 5

Can You Run Quad SLI or Quad Crossfire-X? Considering it has a Express 2.0 x16 and 3 Express 3.0 x16.

Accepted Answer

I WOOD OD 3 IN SLI AND NOT REALLY TRY TO PUSH 4....BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY.

Question 6

Hi, i want to buy this motherboard, but, i want to take a i7-4790k with fclga1150....does the bios work fine?

Accepted Answer

no

Question 7

What are the dimensions of this motherboard?

Accepted Answer

10 1/2 " x 12.00" . In inches.

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