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Configuration fields

Menu bar

 

General help

Sub-menu item

Menu items

Scroll bar

Last modified 
settings

Language

Hot Keys

MyFavorite

Q-Fan control

Goes back to EZ 

Mode

Displays the CPU temperature, CPU 

and memory voltage output

Quick Note

2.2.2 

Advanced Mode

The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end‑users to configure the 

BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the 

Advanced Mode

. Refer to the 

following sections for the detailed configurations.

To access the EZ Mode, click 

EzMode(F7)

 or press <F7>.

Popup window

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Chapter 2: Getting started

Summary of Contents for B150-PLUS D3

Page 1: ...Motherboard B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 ...

Page 2: ...pective companies and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software This product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License GPL under the Lesser General Public License Version LGPL and or other Free Open Source Software Licenses Such software in this product ...

Page 3: ...Unit CPU 1 3 1 4 System memory 1 7 1 5 Expansion slots 1 10 1 6 Headers 1 13 1 7 Connectors 1 14 1 8 Software support 1 22 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 1 2 2 BIOS setup program 2 6 2 3 My Favorites 2 14 2 4 Main menu 2 15 2 5 Ai Tweaker menu 2 16 2 6 Advanced menu 2 17 2 7 Monitor menu 2 17 2 8 Boot menu 2 18 2 9 Tool menu 2 18 2 10 Exit menu 2 18 Appendices Not...

Page 4: ...erboard and adding components carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged If you detect any damage contact your dealer immediately To avoid short circuits keep paper clips screws and staples away from connectors slots sockets and circuitry Avoid dust humidity and temperature extrem...

Page 5: ...ks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a task IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Typography Bold text Indicates a menu ...

Page 6: ...tel CPU support list Chipset Intel B150 Express Chipset Memory 4 x DIMM max 64GB DDR3 1866 O C 1600 1333MHz non ECC un buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile XMP Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs Please refer to Memory QVL for details Refer to www asus com for the Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List Graphi...

Page 7: ...s gray LAN Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit LAN controller Realtek RTL8111GR Gigabit LAN controller USB Intel B150 Express Chipset supports ASUS USB 3 0 Boost 1 x 5Gb s Type C USB port at back panel 4 x USB 3 0 2 0 ports 2 ports at mid board 2 ports at back panel blue Intel B150 Express Chipset 6 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 2 ports at mid board 4 ports at back panel ASUS Special Features Extreme Stability ASUS 5X...

Page 8: ...ite 3 EZ DIY Push Notice Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time UEFI BIOS EZ Mode Featuring friendly graphics user interface ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Q Design ASUS Q Slot ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Quiet Thermal Design ASUS Fan Xpert 2 Stylish Fanless Design PCH Heat sink MOS HS solution Stylish Fanless Design PCH Heatsink Rear panel I O ports 1 x PS 2 combo port 1 x ...

Page 9: ... BIOS features 128Mb Flash ROM UEFI AMI BIOS PnP DMI3 0 WfM2 0 SM BIOS3 0 ACPI 5 0 Multi language BIOS ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 F6 Qfan Control Quick Note Last Modified log F12 PrintScreen F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD Serial Presence Detect memory information Manageability WfM 2 0 DMI 3 0 WOL by PME PXE Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti virus software OEM ve...

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Page 11: ... from the power supply Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard peripherals or components 1 2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage to motherboard components 1 2...

Page 12: ...A2 64bit 240 pin module DDR3 DIMM_B1 64bit 240 pin module DDR3 DIMM_B2 64bit 240 pin module LAN_USB78 USB_C1 USB3_56 CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN 30 5cm 12in LGA1151 DIGI VRM COM SPDIF_OUT EATX12V USB3_12 Intel B150 PANEL AUDIO SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 HDMI 128Mb BIOS Realtek 8111GR 2 1 3 4 7 8 9 10 11 12 2 1 5 6 5 On B150 PRO D3 only On B150 PLUS D3 only Place this side ...

Page 13: ... connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 4 pin CHA_FAN1 2 1 17 3 Intel LGA1151 CPU socket 1 3 4 DDR3 DIMM slots 1 7 5 Intel B150 Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_1 6 1 16 6 Clear RTC RAM 2 pin CLRTC 1 13 7 System panel connector 20 5 pin PANEL 1 21 8 USB 3 0 connector 20 1 pin USB3_12 1 18 9 USB 2 0 connector 10 1 pin USB1112 1 18 10 Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM 1 16 11 Digital audio connector 4...

Page 14: ... cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing or if you see any damage to the PnP cap socket contacts motherboard components Keep the cap after installing the motherboard ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization RMA requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket The product warranty does n...

Page 15: ... B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 1 5 A B C 5 4 1 3 2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary ...

Page 16: ...1 6 Chapter 1 Product introduction 3 4 A B B A To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 1 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 B A A B 1 ...

Page 17: ... DDR3 DIMM sockets 1 4 2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB and 16 GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets You can refer to the recommended memory population below Recommended memory configurations Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 D...

Page 18: ... Install a 64 bit Windows OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard For more details refer to the Microsoft support site at http support microsoft com kb 929605 en us The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect SPD which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module Under the default state some memory modules for overclocking...

Page 19: ...ASUS B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 1 9 3 To remove a DIMM B A A 1 4 3 Installing a DIMM 1 2 ...

Page 20: ...l the card is completely seated on the slot 5 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier 6 Replace the system cover 1 5 2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card configure it by adjusting the software settings 1 Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup 2 Assign an IRQ to the card 3 ...

Page 21: ...wer when running CrossFireX mode Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment VGA configuration PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3 0 x16_1 gray PCIe 3 0 x16_2 Single VGA PCIe card x16 Recommended for single VGA card N A Dual VGA PCIe cards x16 x4 IRQ assignments for B150 PRO D3 A B C D E F G H PCIEx16_1 share...

Page 22: ...ignments for B150 PLUS D3 A B C D E F G H PCIEx16_1 shared PCIEx16_2 shared PCIEx1_1 shared PCIEx1_2 shared PCI 1 shared PCI 2 shared PCI 3 shared Realtek 8111GR LAN Controller shared HD Audio shared SATA Controller shared XHCI Controller shared ...

Page 23: ...rewdriver to short the two pins 3 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer 4 Hold down the Del key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re enter data If the steps above do not help remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data After clearing the CMOS reinstall the battery You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclock...

Page 24: ...t is for a VGA monitor or other VGA compatible devices 3 LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub LAN port LED indications LAN port Speed LED Activity Link LED Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link OFF 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Orange Blinking Data activity GREEN 1Gbp...

Page 25: ...l Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 2 0 1 1 devices 8 USB 3 0 ports These 9 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 3 0 2 0 devices USB 3 0 devices can only be used for data storage We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3 0 devices Due to the design of the Intel 100 series chipset all USB devices connected to t...

Page 26: ...se connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s signal cables B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 Serial port COM connector PIN 1 COM DCD TXD GND RTS RI RXD DTR DSR CTS SATA6G_6 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RX...

Page 27: ...um 1A 12 W fan power Only the 4 pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert 2 feature 3 CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 4 pin CHA_FAN 1 2 Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector CHA_FAN1 5V CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND A CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND B A CHA_FAN2 GND C...

Page 28: ...nector allows you to connect a USB 3 0 module for additional USB 3 0 front or rear panel ports With an installed USB 3 0 module you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3 0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps faster charging time for USB chargeable devices optimized power efficiency and backward compatibility with USB 2 0 B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 USB3 0 Fron...

Page 29: ...igher to ensure the system s stability If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguage en us for details 6 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are desi...

Page 30: ...ct an AC 97 front panel audio module to this connector set the item to AC97 By default this connector is set to HD The S PDIF module is purchased separately 8 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port Connect the S PDIF Out module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the syste...

Page 31: ...to hear system beeps and warnings ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWR_SW This connector is for the system power button Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft off mode depending on the operating system settings Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF Reset button 2 pin RESET This 2 pin connect...

Page 32: ... can install to avail all motherboard features The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updates The following screen is for reference only To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive If Autorun is enabled in your computer the DVD automatically displays the lists of the unique features of your...

Page 33: ...nd the BIOS version easily With this utlity you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST To launch EZ Update click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar BIOS information 2 EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP Internet Service Provider Click to automatically update your motherboard s driver software and...

Page 34: ...that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port then select by USB b Press Tab to switch to the Drive field c Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press Enter d Press Tab to switch to the Folder Info field e Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file and then press Enter to perform the BIOS update process Via the Internet a Selec...

Page 35: ... When found the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 utility automatically 4 The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings To ensure system compatibility and stability we recommend that you press F5 to load default BIOS values DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause system boot failure 2 1 4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIO...

Page 36: ...UEFI FAT aigo miniking 250MB Enter Setup 4 When the booting message appears press Enter within five 5 seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt Welcome to FreeDOS http www freedos org C d D 5 On the FreeDOS prompt type d then press Enter to switch the disk from Drive C optical drive to Drive D USB flash drive ISOLINUX 3 20 2006 08 26 Copyright C 1994 2005 H Peter Anvin A Bootable DVD CD is detected Press EN...

Page 37: ...d press Enter 4 After the BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file select Yes to confirm the BIOS update Are you sure you want to update the BIOS Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is not supported due to security regulations 5 Select Yes then press Enter When BIOS update is done press ESC to exit BIOS Updater 6 Restart your computer DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to pr...

Page 38: ...mmend you always shut down the system properly from the operating system The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen Visit the ASUS website at www asus com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard Ensure that a mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS s...

Page 39: ...tails The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system Saves the changes and resets the system Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU motherboard temperature CPU voltage output CPU chassis fan speed and SATA information Displays the system properties of the selected mode Click Enter to switch EZ System Tuning modes Displays the Adva...

Page 40: ...temperature CPU and memory voltage output Quick Note 2 2 2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end users to configure the BIOS settings The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations To access the EZ Mode click EzMode F7 or press F7 Popup window 2 8 Chapter 2 Getting started ...

Page 41: ...r more information Q Fan Control F6 This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of your fans Use this button to manually tweak the fans to your desired settings Refer to section 2 2 3 QFan Control for more information EZ Tuning Wizard F11 This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system Refer to section 2 2 4 EZ Tuning Wizard for...

Page 42: ...ll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or Page Up Page Down keys to display the other items on the screen General help At the bottom left corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Use F12 key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device Configuration fiel...

Page 43: ...ure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans Click to select a fan to be configured Click to optimize all fans settings Click to undo the changes Click to apply the fan setting Click to go back to main menu Select a profile to apply to your fans ASUS B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 2 11 ...

Page 44: ... speed To configure your fans 1 Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status 2 Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans operating speed 3 Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit ESC Speed points Click to manually configure your fans 2 12 Chapter 2 Getting started ...

Page 45: ...n to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen then click Next 2 Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming Media Editing then click Next 3 Select the CPU fan type Box cooler Tower cooler or Water cooler that you installed then click Next If you are not sure of the CPU fan type click I m not sure The system automatically detects the CPU fan type 4 Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto tuning System OC ...

Page 46: ... items by default You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items 1 Press F3 on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open Setup Tree Map screen 2 On the Setup Tree Map screen select the BIOS items that you want to save in MyFavorites screen Main menu panel Submenu panel Selected shortcut items 2 14 Chapter 2 Getting started ...

Page 47: ...your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 1 6 Headers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed After you set a password these items show Installed 2 4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program ...

Page 48: ...ous when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard Scroll down to display other BIOS items 2 16 Chapter 2 Getting started ...

Page 49: ...utious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction 2 7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature power status and allows you to change the fan settings Scroll down to display the other BIOS items ASUS B150 PRO D3 B150 PLUS D3 2 17 ...

Page 50: ... 2 9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press Enter to display the submenu 2 10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items 2 18 Chapter 2 Getting started ...

Page 51: ...ich the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment IC Canadian C...

Page 52: ...keback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products batteries other components as well as the packaging materials Please go to http csr asus com english Takeback htm for detailed recycling information in different regions Canadian Department of Communications Statem...

Page 53: ...erinin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder Daha fazla ayrıntı için lütfen CE Uygunluk Beyanına bakın Bosanski AsusTek Inc ovim potvrđuje da je ovaj uređaj usklađen s osnovnim zahtjevima i drugim relevantnim propisima Direktiva EK Za više informacija molimo pogledajte Deklaraciju o usklađenosti EK English AsusTek Inc hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essent...

Page 54: ...merica Address 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 USA Telephone 1 510 739 3777 Fax 1 510 608 4555 Web site http www asus com us Technical Support Support fax 1 812 284 0883 General support 1 812 282 2787 Online support http www service asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959931 Web site http www asus com de Online contact h...

Page 55: ...irements of the following directives 2004 108 EC EMC Directive EN 55022 2010 AC 2011 EN 61000 3 2 2006 A2 2009 EN 55013 2001 A1 2003 A2 2006 EN 55024 2010 EN 61000 3 3 2008 EN 55020 2007 A11 2011 1999 5 EC R TTE Directive EN 300 328 V1 8 1 2012 06 EN 300 440 1 V1 6 1 2010 08 EN 300 440 2 V1 4 1 2010 08 EN 301 511 V9 0 2 2003 03 EN 301 908 1 V5 2 1 2011 05 EN 301 908 2 V5 2 1 2011 07 EN 301 893 V1 ...

Page 56: ...tial requirements of the following directives 2004 108 EC EMC Directive EN 55022 2010 AC 2011 EN 61000 3 2 2006 A2 2009 EN 55013 2001 A1 2003 A2 2006 EN 55024 2010 EN 61000 3 3 2008 EN 55020 2007 A11 2011 1999 5 EC R TTE Directive EN 300 328 V1 8 1 2012 06 EN 300 440 1 V1 6 1 2010 08 EN 300 440 2 V1 4 1 2010 08 EN 301 511 V9 0 2 2003 03 EN 301 908 1 V5 2 1 2011 05 EN 301 908 2 V5 2 1 2011 07 EN 30...

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