Will DDR3 32gb 8x4 quad channel ram kit work in dual channel with my AsRock z97 Pro3 Motherboard and intel 4790k?

ActorX

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As mentioned above, current Mobo and CPU
AsRock z97 Pro3
i7 4790k

This is the memory set in question:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/corsair-vengeance-pro-series-4-pack-32gb-ddr3-dimm-desktop-memory-kit-multi/1655338.p?id=1219058902909&skuId=1655338

I work with shaders and heavy cinematic artwork now days and I am deciding to upgrade from 16 to 32gb of ram. I'm buying an all new set in order to increase speed as well.
I have been advised that it may be better to buy a 32 gb set of 8x4 all as one rather than two sets of 8x2, but I wanted to double check before cashing in.
I am curious because I only see 8x4 sets being labeled as quad channel and I know the z97 is not compatible with quad channel. However I could have sworn I read somewhere that quad channel will work as dual channel just the same.

I'd love it if I could get some confirmation on this compatibility or some friendly direction toward a good alternative. I know my way around most other parts but It's my first time buying my own RAM since DDR2.

Much thanks,
Josh
 

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Thank you @Tradesman1 I am ordering through bestbuy because of a discount I get through them so ultimately it is cheaper. I might look around for better speeds though for sure on newegg. Bestbuy just doesn't have enough to choose from.
 

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Quick question. I am running a 4790 k and just recently bought 2 sets of corsair Vengeance pro 16 gb 2400mhz kits.
Ever since i got these i have been getting BSOD. I have tried going into the bios and enabling x,p profiles and it just doesnt run stable then I get the BSOD. Ive also tired to manually set them to 1600 mhz and i still get an issue. Pls help. I dont mind sending them back to get something that is more efficient and less problematic on a 4790k