What socket is Z97?

LGA 1150

Brand	Generic
CPU Socket	LGA 1150
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer
RAM Memory Technology	DDR3
Compatible Processors	Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium

How do I update my Asus Z97 AR BIOS?

1. Select the exact UEFI BIOS file.
2. Rename the BIOS file and save it to root folder on the USB storage device.
3. Connect a power supply to your system.
4. Plug USB storage device and press the button to complete the BIOS update.
5. Download the UEFI BIOS file BIOS Updater tool.
6. Launch the BIOS Updater tool.

Does X99 support NVMe?

Once upgraded, all ASUS X99 and Z97 motherboards offer full support for both PCIe and M. 2 NVMe storage devices. With the optional ASUS Hyper Kit expansion card, owners of ASUS X99 motherboards are free to attach 2.5-inch NVMe storage devices via the SFF-8639 (Mini-SAS HD) connector provided by Hyper Kit.

Can you update BIOS through Armoury crate?

Armoury Crate is a unified software center which allows you to download and update your motherboard drivers and utilities, adjust device lighting control and various other functions.

Does ASUS X99 Deluxe support NVMe?

yes. since it says it’s PCIe only that means it has to be PCIe capable connection type for the SSD itself, so NVMe is perfectly fine.

Does NVMe require UEFI?

To properly boot Windows 7 from an NVMe SSD, your system must support loading UEFI drivers when the Compatibility Support Module is enabled. To determine if your system is supported, check the following: Verify that the system BIOS Boot motherboard settings are configured to boot from UEFI devices.

How do I update my ASUS BIOS?

To update the BIOS by Internet:

1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.
2. Select by Internet.
3. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press “Enter”.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update.
5. Reboot the system when the update process is done.