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Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used

throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING:

Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to

complete a task.

CAUTION:

Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to

complete a task.

NOTE:

Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

IMPORTANT:

Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

Where to find more information

Refer 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 documentation, such as warranty flyers,

that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the

standard package.

Typography

Bold text

Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Italics

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

<Key>

Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means

that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or

Return key.

<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3>

If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key

names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>

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:

•

Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it

supports.

•

Chapter 2: BIOS information

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.

Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

Section	Page
Notices	6
Safety information	7
About this guide	8
F1A75-M LE specifications summary	9
Chapter 1: Product introduction	13
1.1 Welcome!	13
1.2 Package contents	13
1.3 Special features	13
1.3.1 Product highlights	13
1.4 Before you proceed	16
1.5 Motherboard overview	17
1.5.1 Placement direction	17
1.5.2 Screw holes	17
1.5.3 Motherboard layout	18
1.5.4 Layout contents	18
1.6 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU)	19
1.6.1 Installing the APU	19
1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan	21
1.7 System memory	22
1.7.1 Overview	22
1.7.2 Memory configurations	23
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM	24
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM	24
1.8 Expansion slots	25
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card	25
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card	25
1.8.3 PCI slot	25
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot	25
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots	25
1.9 Jumpers	26
1.10 Connectors	27
1.10.1 Rear panel ports	27
1.10.2 Internal connectors	29
1.11 Software support	35
1.11.1 Installing an operating system	35
1.11.2 Support DVD information	35
Chapter 2: BIOS information	37
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	37
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	37
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2	38
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	39
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater	40
2.2 BIOS setup program	43
2.3 Main menu	47
2.3.1 System Language [English]	47
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]	47
2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx]	47
2.3.4 Security	47
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu	49
2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]	50
2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto]	50
2.4.3 APU Multiplier [Auto]	50
2.4.4 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]	50
2.4.5 OC Tuner	50
2.4.6 DRAM Timing Control	51
2.4.7 CPU Offset Mode Sign [+]	51
2.4.8 DRAM Voltage [Auto]	51
2.4.9 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto]	51
2.4.10 1.1Vsb Voltage [Auto]	51
2.4.11 APU1.2V Voltage [Auto]	52
2.4.12 VDDA Voltage [Auto]	52
2.4.13 Load-line Calibration [Auto]	52
2.4.14 APU Spread Spectrum [Auto]	52
2.5 Advanced menu	53
2.5.1 CPU Configuration	53
2.5.2 SATA Configuration	54
2.5.3 USB Configuration	55
2.5.4 NB Configuration	55
2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration	56
2.5.6 APM	57
2.6 Monitor menu	58
2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]	58
2.6.2 CPU / Chassis / Power Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]	58
2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]	58
2.6.4 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage	59
2.6.5 Anti Surge Support [Enabled]	59
2.7 Boot menu	60
2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On]	60
2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled]	60
2.7.3 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]	60
2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]	61
2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode]	61
2.7.6 Boot Option Priorities	61
2.7.7 Boot Override	61
2.8 Tools menu	62
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility	62
2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile	62
2.8.3 ASUS SPD Information	62

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