ASRock Z97 M8 Barebones PC Review 14

ASRock Z97 M8 Barebones PC Review

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I found a few items I didn't expected inside the accessories box, including two screwdrivers and a set of keys for securing the case's innards. A full list of what I found is below:
  • User's manual
  • 1 x Quick set-up guide
  • 1 x Driver disc
  • 2 x Case keys
  • 2 x Screwdrivers
  • 2 x Sets of case screws
  • 1 x Power cable
  • 1 x VGA brace
  • 1 x X-Split license coupon
  • 1 x Rubber stick-on case feet set
  • 6 x SATA cables

One of these screwdrivers is for the ASRock Z97 M8's metal feet, while the other "pen-type" screwdriver is actually for case screws. Personally, I think the tips are too small for the screws the case uses, which could lead to stripped screws. You might want to leave it in the box and use your own. Next up are the included keys I'll show you again in a moment.


There are SATA cables of two different lengths in the box, and two differently sized screws, each type in their own bag. There are roughly 20 with which to secure drives to the case, but I'm not entirely sure what the other three are for. Looking into the manual might let you know, and with this case, that's something I suggest you do before pulling it out of the box.


Installing VGAs into the ASRock Z97 M8 is a rather unique experience. Wider VGAs will need some bracing, and the clip above is for just that. There are a few locations where it can be installed, and it can be adjust to tightly mate with your chosen VGA, if wide enough. It wasn't required with the 780 TI I used.
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