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Audio

Realtek

ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC

- LED-lit Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and

greatly reduced multi-lateral interference, and comes with a gorgeous

illuminated trace path

- Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to

guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals

- Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and

immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity

- Supports Jack-Detection and Front Panel Jack-Retasking

LAN

Realtek

RTL8111H Gigabit LAN controller

USB

Intel

B150 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost

- 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board; 4 ports at the back panel,

blue)

- 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board; 2 ports at the back panel)

ASUS special
features

Proven Quality

ASUS 5X PROTECTION II

-  ASUS LANGuard
-  ASUS Circuit Protector
-  ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 3+2+1 phase digital power design
-  ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Short circuit damage

prevention

- ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3x more durable corrosion-resistant

coating

UEFI BIOS

- Most advanced options with fast response time

ASUS EPU

- EPU

Gaming Scenario

Audio Features

- Audio that roars on the battlefield

Steam OS Support

- Compatible with the most fun gaming platform under Windows

system

Media Streamer

- Pipe music or movies from your PC to a smart TV, your entertainment

goes wherever you go!

- Media streamer app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 and

Android 4.0 systems

ASUS Exclusive Features

-  ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB + HDD support
-  ASUS AI Charger
-  ASUS AI Suite 3
-  ASUS Anti Surge

Summary of Contents for B150M-A

Page 1: ...Motherboard B150M A 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: ...PU 1 3 1 4 System memory 1 7 1 5 Expansion slots 1 10 1 6 Headers 1 11 1 7 Connectors 1 12 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 9 2 4 Main menu 2 10 2 5 Ai Tweaker menu 2 11 2 6 Advanced menu 2 12 2 7 Monitor menu 2 12 2 8 Boot menu 2 13 2 9 Tool menu 2 13 2 10 Exit menu 2 13 Appendices Notices A ...

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: ... 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 Graphics Integrated graphics processor Multi VGA output support HDMI...

Page 7: ...board 4 ports at the back panel blue 6 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 ports at mid board 2 ports at the back panel ASUS special features Proven Quality ASUS 5X PROTECTION II ASUS LANGuard ASUS Circuit Protector ASUS DIGI VRM 3 2 1 phase digital power design ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection Short circuit damage prevention ASUS Stainless Steel Back I O 3x more durable corrosion resistant coating UEF...

Page 8: ...RJ 45 port 3 x 8 channel audio I O ports Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8 channel audio output Internal connectors 1 x USB 3 0 2 0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3 0 2 0 ports 19 pin 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2 0 ports 6 x SATA 6 0 Gb s connectors gray 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connecto...

Page 9: ...ation Manageability WfM 2 0 DMI 3 0 WOL by PME PXE Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti virus software OEM version Operating System Support Windows 10 64 bit Windows 8 1 64 bit Windows 7 64 bit 32 bit Please refer to ASUS official website and download Windows 7 Installation Guide and EZ Installer to install Windows 7 Form factor uATX form factor 9 2 x 7 9 23 4cm x 20 1cm B150M A D3 sp...

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Page 11: ...nent ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached 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 Fail...

Page 12: ...ATXPWR CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 BATTERY Super I O ALC 887 Realtek 8111H ASM 1442K DIGI VRM 23 4cm 9 2in LGA1151 Intel B150 DDR3 DIMM_A1 64bit 240 pin module DDR3 DIMM_A2 64bit 240 pin module DDR3 DIMM_B1 64bit 240 pin module DDR3 DIMM_B2 64bit 240 pin module SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 AUDIO KBMS HDMI LAN_USB3_34 USB78 USB3_56 20 1cm 7 9in 128Mb BIOS CHASSIS DVI VGA 3 2 ...

Page 13: ...cket 1 3 4 DDR3 DIMM slots 1 7 5 Intel Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connector 7 pin SATA6G_1 6 1 19 6 System panel connector 10 1 pin F_PANEL 1 18 7 Speaker connector 4 pin SPEAKER 1 19 8 Chassis intrusion connector 4 1 pin CHASSIS 1 21 9 Clear RTC RAM 2 pin CLRTC 1 11 10 TPM header 14 1 pin TPM 1 20 11 USB 3 0 connector 20 1 pin USB3_12 1 15 12 USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB910 USB1112 1 15 13 LPT connec...

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: ...ASUS B150M A 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: ... of the 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 B150M A D3 B150M A D3 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ...

Page 18: ...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 may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor marked value T...

Page 19: ...ASUS B150M A D3 1 9 1 4 3 Installing a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ...

Page 20: ...ated 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 Install the software driver...

Page 21: ...se the RTC RAM 1 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 2 Use a metal object such as a screwdriver 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 ...

Page 22: ...e audio configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2 1 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration 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 1Gbps connection Orange Blinking then steady Ready to wake up from S5 mode _ _ 1 PS 2 mouse port gr...

Page 23: ...ance from your USB 3 0 devices Due to the design of the Intel 100 series chipset all USB devices connected to the USB 2 0 and USB 3 0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility 8 USB 2 0 ports These 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 2 0 1 1 devices 9 DVI D port This port is for any DVI D compatible device D...

Page 24: ...motherboard components These are not jumpers Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A 12 W fan power 2 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 B150M A D3 B150M A D3 Seri...

Page 25: ...le cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis These USB connectors comply with USB 2 0 specifications and supports up to 480Mbps connection speed Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector Doing so will damage the motherboard The USB 2 0 module is purchased separately B150M A D3 B150M A D3 USB3 0 Front panel connector USB3_12 GND IntA_P...

Page 26: ...f 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 5 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin EATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one...

Page 27: ...7 front panel audio module to this connector set the item to AC97 By default this connector is set to HD See section 2 6 7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details 7 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 t...

Page 28: ...ED cable to this connector The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power and blinks when the system is in sleep mode Hard disk drive activity LED 2 pin HDLED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The HD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRBT...

Page 29: ...EAKER The 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you hear system beeps and warnings SATA6G_3 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND B150M A D3 B150M A D3 SATA 6 0Gb s connectors SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND SATA6G_5 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA...

Page 30: ...igital certificates passwords and data A TPM system also helps enhance network security protects digital identities and ensures platform integrity TPM B150M A D3 B150M A D3 TPM connector PIN 1 3VSB S_PCIRST _TBD GND C_PCICLK_TPM 3V 3V F_CLKRUN F_SERIRQ F_FRAME F_LAD3 F_LAD2 F_LAD1 F_LAD0 B150M A D3 B150M A D3 Parallel Port connector LPT PIN 1 O_LPT_XSTB _R O_LPT_XPD0_R O_LPT_XPD1_R O_LPT_XPD2_R O_...

Page 31: ...is intrusion sensor or switch sends a high level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event By default the pin labeled Chassis Signal and Ground are shorted with a jumper cap Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature B150M A D3 B150M A D3 Chassis intrusion connec...

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 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 ASUS motherboard Click the Driver Utilitie...

Page 33: ...ivers and 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 softw...

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: ...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 BIOS Updater allows...

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: ...ile and 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...

Page 38: ... operating system can cause damage to your data or system We recommend 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 USB mouse is connected t...

Page 39: ...wo modes EZ Mode By default the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to select the display language system performance mode fan profile and boot device priority To access the Advanced Mode click Advanced Mode F7 or press F7 The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be change...

Page 40: ...iled configurations To access the EZ Mode click EzMode F7 or press F7 Popup window Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items My Favorites For saving the frequently used system settings and configuration Main For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displ...

Page 41: ...lated 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 ASUS B150M A D3 2 9 ...

Page 42: ...uage and boot order 4 Click Exit ESC or press esc key to close Setup Tree Map screen 5 Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items 2 4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to set the system date time language and security settings 2 10 Chapter ...

Page 43: ...cautious 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 ASUS B150M A D3 2 11 ...

Page 44: ...cautious 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 2 12 Chapter 2 Getting started ...

Page 45: ...items 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 ASUS B150M A D3 2 13 ...

Page 46: ...2 14 Chapter 2 Getting started ...

Page 47: ...t to which 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 Can...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...önergelerinin 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...

Page 50: ...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...

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