Asus B85-PLUS B85-PLUS User's Manual

Asus B85-PLUS Manual

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    B85-PLUS Motherboard
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    ASUS"). Product warranty or service ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or encounter any problems in
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    Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi B85-PLUS specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers
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    . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts
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    to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional
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    ASUS B85-PLUS motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. B85-PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU Support Expansion slots Audio LGA1150 socket for Intel
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    B85-PLUS specifications summary Storage LAN USB ASUS unique features Intel® B85 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (dark brown) - 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (yellow) Supports Intel® Rapid Start Technology, Intel® Smart Connect Technology* * These functions will work
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    B85-PLUS specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x DVI-D port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 3 x Audio jacks
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    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. to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS B85-PLUS 1-1
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    , 240-pin module) EATXPWR DVI_VGA 1-2 USB910 USB3_56 LGA1150 CHA_FAN2 3 2 30.5cm(12.0in) LAN_USB34 USB3_12 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 BATTERY AUDIO COM CHA_FAN1 6 PCIEX1_1 B85-PLUS RTL 8111G PCIEX16_1 7 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 PCI1 Intel® B85 8 SB_PWR ASM 1083 Realtek ALC887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP
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    1-17 1-16 1-19 1-10 1-17 1-18 1-15 1-14 1-15 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the Intel® 4th generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® , Celeron® processors. B85-PLUS B85-PLUS CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS B85-PLUS 1-3
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    . ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal
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    4 C 5 A B 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. ASUS B85-PLUS 1-5
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    To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    system memory if you are using a 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 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. ASUS B85-PLUS 1-7
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    support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus. com for the latest QVL. 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard
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    motherboard drivers for the expansion card. 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. ASUS B85-PLUS
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    x16 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. IRQ assignments for this motherboard IGD Audio Controller EHCI 1 Controller EHCI 2 Controller XHCI Controller SATA Controller PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 PCIE
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    hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to 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. 1.7 1.7.1 1 Connectors Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 11 ASUS B85-PLUS 10
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    to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN port LED support an 8-channel audio output. 7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 8. USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB
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    , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI B85-PLUS B85-PLUS Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. ASUS B85-PLUS 1-13
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    B85-PLUS ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specification Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/
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    + GND NC USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND B85-PLUS USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS B85-PLUS 1-15
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    compatibility with USB 2.0. B85-PLUS USB3_12 USB3+5V USB3+5V B85-PLUS USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. 7. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that
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    RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND B85-PLUS Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. ASUS B85-PLUS 1-17
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    -1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL PWR_LED SPEAKER PWR_LED+ PWR_LED+5V Ground Ground Speaker HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground B85-PLUS PIN 1 HDD_LED PWR_SW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply B85-PLUS System panel connector • System power
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    This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. B85-PLUS SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off B85-PLUS Onboard LED ASUS B85-PLUS 1-19
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    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 Specials screen which lists the unique features of your ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, Contact
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    Service and the Intel® Management Engine Interface must be installed and running.) • Local Administrator rights on the target machine The Intel® SBA does not support the 800 x 600 screen resolution. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ASUS B85
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    update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: B85-PLUS Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS B85-PLUS
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    . 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
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    not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive formatted using FAT32/16 on a single partition. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save them on the USB flash drive. NTFS is not
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    ) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 B85-PLUS 0305 04/08/2013 B85-PLUS-ASUS-0309.CAP 8194
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    the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.10 Exit menu for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS B85-PLUS
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    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 to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing
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    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 Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press F7. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-7
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    configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting appears when entering a submenu. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen
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    you to enter notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. 2.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-9
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    the following items to My Favorites: • Items with submenu options • User-configurable items such as language and boot device order • Configuration items such 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
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    a user password: 1. Select the User Password item and press . 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Confirm the password when prompted. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-11
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    to configure overclocking-related items. Be 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
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    your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. 2.5.2 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-defined memory frequency mode. Allows you to set to default core ratio settings. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-13
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    [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU core ratio automatically or manually. [Auto] Sets all CPU Core Ratio to Intel® CPU default settings automatically. [Sync All Cores] Allows you to set CPU Core Ratio settings for all cores. [Per Core] Allows you to set CPU Core Ratio individually. The following
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    unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. 2.5.8 CPU Graphics Max. Ratio [Auto] [Auto] [Manaul] The CPU Graphics Max. ratio is set to its optimized setting depending on the Rate [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [2 DRAM Clock] [3 DRAM Clock] ASUS B85-PLUS 2-15
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    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] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [65535 DRAM Clock]
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    Both DIMMS] Channel B DIMM Control [Enable Bot...] Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Scrambler Setting [Optimized ...] Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] ASUS B85-PLUS 2-17
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    Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification 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 VRM thermal conditions. This item allows
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    frequency in a specific condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] • Turbo Mode is only available on selected CPU models only. • CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Allows you to manage the CPU Integrated VR fault. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS B85-PLUS
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    voltage settings for overclocking, but this will not guarantee the CPU's lifespan. 2.5.15 CPU Core Voltage [Auto] Allows you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the cores of the processor. Increase the amount of voltage when increasing core frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode
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    sign. Configuration options: [+] [-] CPU Cache Voltage Offset [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode] and allows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-21
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    [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode]. [Adaptive Mode] is available for some specific CPU types. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set the CPU graphics voltage override. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V
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    set the DRAM Voltage. The values range from 1.185V to 1.800V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend that you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-23
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    Voltage on CHB. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.0050x interval 2.5.29 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Automatic configuration. Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you
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    package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] For some CPU types, only [All] and [1] appear. Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-25
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    select the boot performance mode. Configuration options: [Max NonTurbo Performance] [Max battery] [Turbo Performance] CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the
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    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] ASUS B85-PLUS 2-27
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    Intel® Smart Connect Technology [Disabled] ICST Configuration [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ISCT configuration. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.6.3 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA
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    Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.4 System Agent Configuration CPU Audio Device [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] NB PCIe Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-29
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    two items become configurable only when you set the Intel®AMT item to [Enabled]. BIOS Hotkey Pressed [Disabled] This item become configurable only USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB
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    support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. [Disabled] Disables the function. USB Single Port Control USB3_1, 2, 5, 6 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable an individual USB port. Refer to the section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout in this user manual ]. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-31
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    audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to woken up via power button, devices in LAN, or other ways except the USB and PS/2 devices. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Restore AC Power Loss
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    PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled] Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv6 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled] ASUS B85-PLUS
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    fan 1/2 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. 2.7.3 CPU Input Voltage (VCCIN), 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects
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    ] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] [Ignore] [200RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] ASUS B85-PLUS 2-35
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    Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge
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    Enabled]. USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled] All USB devices will 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 be detected. ASUS B85-PLUS
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    Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. [Enabled] Select to load the network stack driver item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Boot Logo Size Control time to easily enter the BIOS setup. You can only
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    first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from Storage Devices [Legacy OpROM first] Allows you to select the type of storage devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Both, Legacy OpROM first] [Both, UEFI first] [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] ASUS B85-PLUS 2-39
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    PCIe/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver on Windows® non-UEFI mode, Windows® Vista/XP, or other Microsoft® Secure Boot non-compliant OS PK from File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be
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    to load the downloaded DBX from a USB storage device. Append DBX from file Allows you to load the additional DBX from a storage device so that more db's images cannot be loaded. The DBX file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS B85-PLUS 2-41
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    installed in the system. • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: • Press when ASUS Logo appears. • Press after POST. 2.8.11 Boot Override These items displays the available devices
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    from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. 2.9.3 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot # [DIMM_A1] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot. Configuration options: [DIMM_A1] [DIMM_A2] [DIMM_B1] [DIMM_B2] ASUS B85-PLUS 2-43
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    you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI
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    if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more é de l'appareil. B85-PLUS A-1
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    substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come
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    4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and , LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. ASUS Computer GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY B85-PLUS A-3
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    2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : B85-PLUS Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart
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