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ASUS B75M-A

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1.8.2 

Internal connectors

1. 

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports 

either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel 

audio I/O module cable to this connector. 

• 

We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this 

connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.

• 

If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, 

set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. If you want to connect an 

AC’97 front panel  audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, 

this connector is set to [HD]. See section 

2.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration

 for 

details.

B75M-A

B75M-A Front panel audio connector

AAFP

PIN 1

AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR

SENSE2_RETUR

PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R

SENSE_SEND

PORT2 L

HD-audio-compliant

pin definition

PIN 1

AGND NC NC

NC

MIC2

MICPWR

Line out_R

NC

Line out_L

Legacy AC’97

compliant definition

Summary of Contents for B75M-A

Page 1: ...Motherboard B75M A ...

Page 2: ...espective 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 produc...

Page 3: ...Layout contents 1 7 1 4 Central Processing Unit CPU 1 8 1 4 1 Installing the CPU 1 9 1 4 2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1 11 1 5 System memory 1 13 1 5 1 Overview 1 13 1 5 2 Memory configurations 1 14 1 5 3 Installing a DIMM 1 18 1 5 4 Removing a DIMM 1 18 1 6 Expansion slots 1 19 1 6 1 Installing an expansion card 1 19 1 6 2 Configuring an expansion card 1 19 1 6 3 PCI slot 1 19 1 6...

Page 4: ...screen 2 7 2 3 Main menu 2 10 2 3 1 System Language English 2 10 2 3 2 System Date Day xx xx xxxx 2 10 2 3 3 System Time xx xx xx 2 10 2 3 4 Security 2 10 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu 2 12 2 4 1 Memory Frequency Auto 2 12 2 4 2 EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled 2 12 2 4 3 DRAM Timing Control 2 13 2 4 4 CPU Power Management 2 15 2 4 5 DIGI VRM 2 16 2 5 Advanced menu 2 18 2 5 1 CPU Configuration 2 18 2 5 2 PCH ...

Page 5: ...1 Fast Boot Enabled 2 29 2 7 2 Boot Logo Display Enabled 2 30 2 7 3 Bootup NumLock State On 2 30 2 7 4 Wait for F1 If Error Enabled 2 30 2 7 5 Option ROM Messages Force BIOS 2 31 2 7 6 Interrupt 19 Capture Disabled 2 31 2 7 7 Setup Mode EZ Mode 2 31 2 7 8 CSM Compatibility Support Module 2 31 2 7 10 Security Boot 2 32 2 7 11 Boot Option Priorities 2 34 2 7 12 Boot Override 2 34 2 8 Tools menu 2 35...

Page 6: ...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 7: ...sks 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 8: ...ing system Intel 3rd generation processors support DDR3 1600 MHz and higher frequency Graphics Integrated graphics processor Multi VGA output support HDMI DVI D and D Sub ports Supports HDMI with max resolution of 1920 x 1200 60Hz Supports DVI D with max resolution of 1920 x 1200 60Hz Supports D Sub with max resolution of 2048 x 1536 75Hz Maximum shared memory of 1 GB Expansion slots 1 x PCI Expre...

Page 9: ...yboard port purple 1 x PS 2 mouse port green 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI D port 1 x D Sub port 1 x LAN RJ 45 port 4 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 2 x USB 3 0 ports 3 x Audio jacks Internal connectors switches buttons 1 x USB 3 0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3 0 ports 2 x USB 2 0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2 0 ports 5 x SATA 3 0 Gb s connectors 1 x SATA 6 0 Gb s connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x ...

Page 10: ...2 0a Multi language BIOS ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2 0 DMI 2 0 WOL by PME WOR by PME PXE Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti virus software OEM version Form factor MicroATX form factor 9 6 x 7 0 24 4cm x 17 8cm Specifications are subject to change without notice ...

Page 11: ...it 240 pin module LGA1155 DDR3 DIMM_B1 64bit 240 pin module SATA6G_1 SATA3G_5 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 AUDIO KBMS LAN1_USB12 USB34 USB3_12 HDMI DVI_VGA DIGI VRM USB3_34 ASUS B75M A motherboard 1 x Serial ATA 3 0Gb s cable 1 x Serial ATA 6 0Gb s cable UserManual 1 x I O Shield User Guide Support DVD If any of the above items are damaged or missing contact your retailer The illustrated it...

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Page 13: ...4 USB 3 0 ports that retrieves data 10 times faster Moreover Intel B75 Express Chipset also supports iGPU function letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphic performance Dual Channel DDR3 2200 O C 2000 O C 1800 O C 1600 1333 1066 MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2200 O C 2000 O C 1800 O C 1600 1333 1066 MHz to boost the system s per...

Page 14: ... larger than 2 2 TB ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey F3 Shortcut for most accessed information ASUS DRAM SPD Serial Presence Detect information detecting faulty DIMMs and helping with difficult POST situations Ai Charger Ai Charger is a unique fast charging software that supports iPods iPhones and iPads Check your USB mobile device if it fully supports th...

Page 15: ... allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience ASUS Anti Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply PSU C P R CPU Parameter Recall The BIOS C P R feature automatically restores CPU default settings when the system crashes due to overclocking failu...

Page 16: ...pad or in the bag that came with the component Before you install or remove any component 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 3 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the moth...

Page 17: ...crew holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis Do not overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard B75M A Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ...

Page 18: ...AAFP ATX12V EATXPWR CPU_FAN CHA_FAN BATTERY Super I O ALC 887 RTL 8111F 128Mb BIOS SB_PWR 24 4cm 9 6in Intel B75 DDR3 DIMM_A1 64bit 240 pin module LGA1155 DDR3 DIMM_B1 64bit 240 pin module SATA6G_1 SATA3G_5 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 AUDIO KBMS LAN1_USB12 USB34 USB3_12 HDMI 17 8cm 7 0in DVI_VGA DIGI VRM USB3_34 5 4 3 2 1 6 4 7 9 8 2 10 11 12 1 14 15 13 ...

Page 19: ...el LGA1155 CPU socket 1 8 6 DDR3 DIMM slots 1 13 7 Intel B75 Serial ATA 3 0Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA3G_1 5 blue 1 29 8 Intel B75 Serial ATA 6 0Gb s connector 7 pin SATA6G_1 gray 1 30 9 USB 3 0 connector 20 1 pin USB3_34 1 30 10 System panel connector 10 1 pin F_PANEL 1 28 11 Speaker connector 4 pin SPEAKER 1 29 12 USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB56 USB78 1 31 13 Onboard LED SB_PWR 1 32 14 Clear RT...

Page 20: ...e is shipment transit related 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 LGA1155 socket The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation removal or misplacement loss incorrect removal of the PnP cap 1 4 Central Processing Un...

Page 21: ...ASUS B75M A 1 9 1 4 1 Installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket 1 2 3 A B ...

Page 22: ...1 10 Chapter 1 Product introduction A B C 5 4 ...

Page 23: ...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 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 B A A B 3 1 4 ...

Page 24: ...1 12 Chapter 1 Product introduction A B B A To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 1 ...

Page 25: ... the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 B75M A B75M A 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ...

Page 26: ... 32 bit Windows OS Install a 64 bit Windows OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 megabits Mb chips or less Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded X M P Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the ...

Page 27: ... Voltage DIMM socket support optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs KINGSTON KHX2400C11D3K4 8GX XMP 8GB 4GBx2 SS 1 65V Team TXD38G2400HC10QBK 8GB DS 10 12 12 31 1 65V DDR3 2400 MHz capability Vendors Part No Size SS DS Chip Brand Chip No Timing Voltage DIMM socket support optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC XMP 2GB DS 9 10 9 28 1 65V KINGMAX FLKE85F B8KJAA FEIS XMP 2GB DS DDR3 2200 O C MHz capability Vendor...

Page 28: ... A1600C8 XMP 12GB 6x2GB DS 8 8 8 24 1 65V Crucial BL25664BN 1608 16FF XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3 K4 16GX XMP 16GB 4GB x4 DS 1 65V KINGSTON KVR16N11 4 4GB DS KINGSTON D2568GE ROPGGBU 1 5V PSC AL9F8L93B GN2E 4GB SS PSC XHP284 C3G M Transcend 8G DDR3 1600 DIMM CL11 8GB DS Transcend E223X8B O648S ADATA AD3U1600W 8G11 B 8GB DS ADATA F211X8 B0640A TEAM TLD34G1600H C9BK XMP 4GB DS 9 9 24 1 5...

Page 29: ...G SKILL F3 10666C L7D 8GBRH XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB DS 7 7 7 21 1 5V GEIL GG34GB13 33C9DC 4GB 2 x 2GB DS GEIL GL1L128M 88BA12N 9 9 9 24 1 3V low voltage Hynix HMT351U6 BFR8C H9 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83 BFRH9C KINGMAX FLFE85F C8KF9 CAES 2GB SS KINGMAX KFC8FMFX F DXX 15A KINGSTON KVR1333 D3N9 2G SP 2GB DS KTC D1288JEM FNGD9U 1 5V KINGSTON KVR1333 D3N9 4G 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G 83AFR Micron MT16JTF512 64AZ 1G4D1 4...

Page 30: ... so that it fits in only one direction DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket in the wrong direction to avoid damaging the DIMM 3 Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated Locked Retaining Clip 3 1 5 4 Removing a DIMM 2 Remove the DIMM from the socket Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips Th...

Page 31: ...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 When using PCI cards on shared slots ensure that the drivers support Share IRQ or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments Otherwise conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups making the system unstable and the card inoperable 1 6 3 PCI slot The PCI slots ...

Page 32: ...the jumper cap from pins 1 2 default to pins 2 3 Keep the cap on pins 2 3 for about 5 10 seconds then move the cap back to pins 1 2 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 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H Intel PCH SATA controller 0 shared Intel PCH SATA controller 1 shared Realtek 8111...

Page 33: ... overclocking use the CPU Parameter Recall C P R feature Shut down and reboot the system then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values 2 P S2 device wake up PS_USBPW34 This jumper allows you to enable or disable the P S 2 device wake up feature When you set this jumper to pins 2 3 5VSB you can wake up the computer by pressing a key on the P S 2 keyboard or by clicking on ...

Page 34: ...nd S4 sleep modes no power to CPU DRAM in slow refresh power supply in reduced power mode B75M A B75M A USB device wake up 2 1 2 3 5V Default 5VSB USBPW5 8 2 1 2 3 5V Default 5VSB USBPW12 The USB device wake up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the 5VSB lead for each USB port otherwise the system would not power up The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply...

Page 35: ...ort 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 4 Line In port light blue This port connects to the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources 5 Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or a speaker In the 4 6 and 8 channel configurations the function ...

Page 36: ... Multimedia Interface HDMI connector and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu ray and other protected content 10 DVI D port This port is for any DVI D compatible device DVI D can t be converted to output RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI I 11 USB 2 0 ports 3 and 4 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 2 0 1 1 devices 12 PS 2 keyboard port This port ...

Page 37: ...gh definition audio capability If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to HD If you want to connect an AC 97 front panel audio module to this connector set the item to AC97 By default this connector is set to HD See section 2 5 7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details B75M A B75M A Front panel audio conn...

Page 38: ...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 2 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one ...

Page 39: ...connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the 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 2A 24 W fan power Only the 4 pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature B75M A B75M A Fan connectors CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA...

Page 40: ...d disk drive activity LED 2 pin IDE_LED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRSW This connector is for the system power button Reset button 2 pin RESET This 2 pin connector is for the chassis mounted reset button for...

Page 41: ...guration for details 5 Speaker connector 4 pin SPEAKER The 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you hear system beeps and warnings B75M A B75M A Speaker Out Connector 5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER PIN 1 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSA...

Page 42: ...4 This connector is for additional USB 3 0 ports Connect the USB 3 0 bracket cable to this connector then install the USB 3 0 bracket to the rear side of the chassis If your chassis supports front panel ports you can use the ASUS USB 3 0 header to install additional front panel USB 3 0 ports The USB 3 0 module is purchased separately GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND SATA6G_1...

Page 43: ...f 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 connectors Doing so will damage the motherboard The USB 2 0 module is purchased separately B75M A B75M A USB2 0 connectors PIN 1 USB 5V USB_P6 USB_P6 GND NC USB 5V USB_P5 USB_P5 GND USB56 USB78 PIN 1 USB 5V USB_P8 USB_P8 GND NC USB 5V USB_P7...

Page 44: ...version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware Motherboard settings and hardware options vary Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information Ensure that you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions Windows Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability 1 10 2 Support DVD information...

Page 45: ...een which lists the unique features of your ASUS motherboard Click Drivers Utilities Make Disk Manual and Contact tabs to display their respective menus Click an item to install Click an icon to display Support DVD motherboard information If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE...

Page 46: ...ay platforms with 5MB vPro ME 8 0 firmware load CPU and chipsets requirements Intel Core i3 with B75 Intel Core i5 with B75 Intel Core i7 with B75 Intel Core i5 vPro with one of these chipsets B75 Q77 Intel Core i7 vPro with one of these chipsets B75 Q77 The Intel Management Engine software kit must be installed The Local Manageability Service and the Intel Management Engine Interface must be inst...

Page 47: ...that comes with the motherboard package Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update 1 Place the support DVD in the optical drive The Drivers menu appears 2 Click the Utilities tab then click AI Suite II 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS 1 From the Windows...

Page 48: ...S based utility Before you start using this utility download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www asus com To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port 2 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press Enter to enable it 3 Press Tab to switch to the Dri...

Page 49: ...sion Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www asus com Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port 3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatica...

Page 50: ...rt asus com and save them on the USB flash drive NTFS is not supported under DOS environment Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in NTFS format 3 Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives optional Booting the system to a DOS environment 1 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port 2 Boot ...

Page 51: ...OS update is done press ESC to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure For BIOS Updater version 1 04 or later the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item un...

Page 52: ...keys to force reset from a running 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 Ensu...

Page 53: ...e BIOS setup program can be changed Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 2 7 Boot menu for details The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system The Boot Menu F8 button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system Selects the boot device priority Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side Power Saving mode ...

Page 54: ...f the screen has the following main items Main For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature power status and changing the fan settings Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tool For configuring options for special functions Exit For selecting t...

Page 55: ...n options for that item Scroll bar A scroll 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 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program Use the navigation keys to select items in the me...

Page 56: ...ns English Francais Español Deutsch Русский 日本語 繁體中文 簡体中文 2 3 2 System Date Day xx xx xxxx Allows you to set the system date 2 3 3 System Time xx xx xx Allows you to set the system time 2 3 4 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings If you have forgotten your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 1 7 Jum...

Page 57: ...hen prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed User Password If you have set a user password you must enter the user password for accessing the system The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a user password ...

Page 58: ... you to set the memory operating frequency Configuration options Auto DDR3 800MHz DDR3 1066MHz DDR3 1333MHz DDR3 1600MHz DDR3 1866MHz DDR 2133MHz DDR 2400MHz Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable If this happens revert to the default setting 2 4 2 EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function Configuration opti...

Page 59: ... DRAM Clock 15 DRAM Clock DRAM RAS ACT Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 255 DRAM Clock DRAM COMMAND Mode Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 2 DRAM Clock 3 DRAM Clock Secondary Timings DRAM RAS to RAS Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 15 DRAM Clock DRAM REF Cycle Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 511 DRAM Clock DRAM Refresh Interval Auto C...

Page 60: ...Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 8 DRAM Clock tRWDR DD Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 8 DRAM Clock tRWSR Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 8 DRAM Clock tRR DD Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 8 DRAM Clock tRR DR Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 8 DRAM Clock tRRSR Auto Configuration options Auto 4 DRAM Clock 7 DRAM Clock tWW DD Auto Confi...

Page 61: ...nfiguration options Auto Enabled Disabled DRAM Write Additional Swizzle Auto Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled 2 4 4 CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non turbo CPU ratio Use and keys to adjust the value The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Enhanced Intel S...

Page 62: ...stantaneous current allowed at any given time for Internal Graphics cores Use and key to adjust the value at 0 125A increment 2 4 5 DIGI VRM CPU Load Line Calibration Auto Load line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance but increases the CPU and ...

Page 63: ... options 100 110 120 Choose a higher value when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for extra power support iGPU Load line Calibration Auto Load line Calibration is defined by Intel VRM specifications and affects iGPU voltage The iGPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to the integrated graphics loading Higher load line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking pe...

Page 64: ...matically detects The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Enabled Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down Disabled Disables the CPU thermal monitor function Active Processor Cores All Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package Configuration options All 1 2 3 L...

Page 65: ...U Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU s power CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency Use and keys to adjust the ratio The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Dis...

Page 66: ...tart Technology Disabled Allow you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology Configuration options Enabled Disabled The following items appear only when you set the Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled Entry on S3 RTC Wake Enabled The system automatically wakes up and set to Rapid Start Technology S4 mode Configuration options Enabled Disabled Entry After Immediately Allows you to set t...

Page 67: ...dvanced Host Controller Interface The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands S M A R T Status Check Enabled S M A R T Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology is a monitor system When read write of your hard disk errors occur this...

Page 68: ...led NB PCIe Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings PCIEx16 Link Speed Auto Allows you to configure the PCIEx16 speed Configuration options Auto Gen1 Gen2 Gen3 2 5 5 AMT Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the Intel Active Management Technology AMT feature Intel AMT Enabled Allow you to enable or disable the Intel Active Management Technology AMT in t...

Page 69: ...l USB2 0 EHCI Controller Enabled Disabled Disables the Intel USB2 0 EHCI controller Enabled Enables the Intel USB2 0 EHCI controller Legacy USB Support Enabled Enabled Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program Auto Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup If detected the USB cont...

Page 70: ...em to Enabled Front Panel Type HD Allows you to set the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 or high definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports HD Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to high definition audio AC97 Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Enabled Enables ...

Page 71: ...rm Date Days and Hour Minute Second will become user configurable with set values 2 5 9 Network Stack Network Stack Disabled This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack Configuration options Disabled Enabled The following two items appear only when you set the previous item to Enabled Ipv4 PXE Support Enabled This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot suppor...

Page 72: ... Ignore N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed 2 6 3 CPU Q Fan Control Enabled Disabled Disables the CPU Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature CPU Fan Speed...

Page 73: ... CPU Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the and keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 0 to 100 When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle CPU Lower Temperature 20 Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 20 Use the and keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 0 to...

Page 74: ... range from 20ºC to 90ºC Chassis Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the and keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 40 to 100 When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle Chassis Lower Temperature 20 Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 40 Use the and keys to adjust the mini...

Page 75: ... following four items appear when you set Fast Boot to Enabled USB Support Partial Initialization Disabled All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for the fastest POST time Full Initialization All USB devices will be available during POST This process will extend the POST time Partial Initialization For a faster POST time only the USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will b...

Page 76: ...rmal boot on the next boot after AC power loss Fast Boot Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after AC power loss 2 7 2 Boot Logo Display Enabled Enabled Displays the boot logo during POST Disabled Hides the boot logo during POST Boot Logo Size Control Auto Auto Alutomatically adjusts the boot logo size for Windows requirements Full screen Maximizes the boot logo size POST Delay Time 3 sec ...

Page 77: ...mpatibility Launch CSM Enabled Auto The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add on devices Enabled For better compatibility enable the CSM to fully support the non UEFI driver add on devices or the Windows UEFI mode Disabled Disable the CSM to fully support the Windows Security Update and Security Boot The following four items appear when you set Launch CSM to Enabled Boot De...

Page 78: ...I mode that Microsoft Secure Boot can function properly The following item appears when OS Type is set to Windows UEFI Mode Key Management This item appears only when you set Secure Boot Mode to Custom It allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys Manage the Secure Boot Keys PK KEK db dbx Clear Secure Boot keys This item appears only when you load the default Secure Boot keys This item allows you t...

Page 79: ... and dbx loaded management The KEK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable DB Management The db Authorized Signature database lists the signers or images of UEFI applications operating system loaders and UEFI drivers that you can load on the single computer Load DB from File Allows you to load the downloaded DB from a USB storage device Copy DB to...

Page 80: ...he DBX file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable 2 7 11 Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system To select the boot device during system startup press F8 when ASUS Logo appears ...

Page 81: ...o save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash and create a profile Key in a profile number from one to eight press Enter and then select Yes Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash Key in the profile number that saved your CMOS settings press Enter and then select Yes DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the sy...

Page 82: ...are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved When you select this option or if you press F10 a confirmation window appears Select Yes to save changes and exit Discard Changes Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press Esc a confirmation window ...

Page 83: ...fferent from that 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 ...

Page 84: ...out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste ASUS Recycling Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback 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 ht...

Page 85: ... Support Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Online support support asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959911 Web site www asus de Online contact www asus de sales Technical Support Telephone 49 1805 010923 Support Fax 49 2102 9599 11 Online support support asus com EUR 0 14 minute from a German fixed landl...

Page 86: ... B75M A conform with the essential requirements of the following directives 2004 108 EC EMC Directive EN 55022 2010 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 7 1 2006 10 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 ...

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