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    M4A87T PLUS Motherboard
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    service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL from http://support.asus.com/download problems
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    Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4A87T PLUS specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before 1.7 Connectors 1-16 1.7.1 Rear panel ports 1-16 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-17 1.8 Software support 1-22 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-22
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    ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS Information 2-12 2.4 Advanced menu 2-13 2.4.1 CPU Configuration 2-13 2.4.2 Chipset 2-14 2.4.3 Onboard Devices 2-16 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled 2-16 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled 2-17 2.5.4
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    Contents 2.6 Boot menu 2-18 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-19 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-19 2.6.3 Security 2-19 2.7 Tools menu 2-21 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-21 2.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 2-21 2.8 Exit menu 2-22 
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    installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed
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    qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. About this guide This user guide contains the
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    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. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to
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    AMD® socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series processors Supports 45nm CPU Supports AMD® 125W CPU AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® 870 / SB850 Up to 2600MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface 2 x DIMM, max. 8GB, DDR3 1333
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    , AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, WOR by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD 2 x iCafe Memory Anti-theft locks Drivers ASUS LiveUpdate utility Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ATX form
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    Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you for buying an ASUS® M4A87T PLUS motherboard! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your cord. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS M4A87T PLUS 1-1
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    the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. M4A87T PLUS 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    CPU_FAN COM1 USBPW1-6 KBPWR DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET AM3 USB56 USB34 30.5cm(12.0in) LAN1_USB12 CHA_FAN AUDIO AMD® AAFP ICS 9LPRS483 870 4 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX1_1 EATXPWR Super I/O PCIEX16 M4A87T PLUS PCI1 PCI2 AMD® SB850
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    ) CHASSIS) 5. AM3 CPU socket 1-4 12. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-14 6. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-7 CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 1.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4A87T PLUS M4A87T PLUS CPU socket AM3
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    the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M4A87T PLUS M4A87T PLUS CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. ASUS M4A87T PLUS 1-5
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    Retention Module Base Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. Attach one end of
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    DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4A87T PLUS Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4A87T PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS M4A87T PLUS 1-7
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    to CPU specification, AMD® 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. M4A87T PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability
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    DDR3-1333MHz capability DIMM socket Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage support (Optional) A* B* A-Data AD31333001GOU 1GB SS A-Data AD30908C8D- OCZ3G1333LV3GK 3GB(3 1GB) x DS - - 9-9-9-20 1.65V • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M4A87T PLUS 1-9
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    TS256MLK64V3U 2GB DS Micron 9GF27D9KPT - - • • Century PC3-10600 DDR3-1333 9-9-9 1GB SS Micron 8FD22D9JNM - - • • Elixir M2F2G64CB88B7N-CG Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus
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    plastic locks at both ends of the DIMM slots keep your DIMMs securely in place. This special design prevents easy pilfering of your memory modules. ASUS M4A87T PLUS 1-11
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    . Put them aside 1 for later use. 2. Remove the iCafe Memory Anti-theft locks. 2 3. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 4 Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force
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    x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics slot that complys with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS M4A87T PLUS 1-13
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    battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. M4A87T PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) M4A87T PLUS battery. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU
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    USBPW7-10) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set in the BIOS. KBPWR +5V +5VSB (Default) 12 23 M4A87T PLUS M4A87T PLUS Keyboard power setting ASUS M4A87T PLUS 1-15
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    1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel ports 1 2 34 8 7 6 5 1. PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF
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    Rotation M4A87T PLUS fan connectors DO NOT forget to 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. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan
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    firmly until the connectors completely fit. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC M4A87T PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for
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    to [RAID]. See section 2.3.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature 5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER M4A87T PLUS PIN 1 M4A87T PLUS Speaker out connector ASUS M4A87T PLUS 1-19
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    6. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED PWRBTN PLED+ PLEDPWR GND M4A87T PLUS F_PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- Ground Reset +HDLED RESET M4A87T PLUS System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is
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    with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480Mbps connection speed. USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC M4A87T PLUS USB78 PIN 1 USB910 PIN feature. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND M4A87T PLUS CHASSIS M4A87T PLUS Chassis intrusion connector ASUS M4A87T PLUS 1-21
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    Specials screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to display their respective menus. The following screen is for reference only. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install
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    Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD into the optical drive. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions
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    then click Open. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to is found. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M4A87T PLUS VER: 0203 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 01/07/2011 Update ROM BOARD:
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    removable device into M4A87TPL.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.8 Exit menu for details. ASUS M4A87T PLUS 2-3
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    drive in FAT32/16 format and 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 supported under DOS environment. Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or
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    process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: M4A87T PLUS VER: 0203 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 01/07/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done! Press any key to
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    pc /g and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: M4A87T PLUS VER: 0203 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 01/07/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: M4A87TPL.ROM 1048576 2011-01-07
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    configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS M4A87T PLUS 2-7
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    2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Advanced M4A87T PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Tue 01/08/2002] SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6
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    Up> / keys to display the other items on the screen. Advanced CPU Configuration Module Version: 13.55 AGESA Version: 3.5.2.0 M4A87T PLUS BIOS Setup AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 945 Processor Revision: C2 Cache L1: screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS M4A87T PLUS 2-9
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    system information. Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Main Advanced M4A87T PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [19:34:30] System Date [Tue 01/08/2002] SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_3
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    the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multisector transfer feature. When this item is set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to disables onboard channel SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4A87T PLUS 2-11
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    general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information
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    the CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state. When this item is enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during the system halt state to decrease power consumption. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4A87T PLUS 2-13
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    2.4.2 Chipset NorthBridge Configuration DRAM Controller Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable the bank memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options: [
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    device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] Configures the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480Mbps) mode or FullSpeed (12Mbps) mode. Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] ASUS M4A87T PLUS 2-15
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    then press to display the configuration options. Main Advanced Power Settings M4A87T PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] ACPI APIC support [Enabled] APM Configuration HW Monitor Configuration Version 0203 Select the ACPI state
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    Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC or [Ignored] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU / Chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is . ASUS M4A87T PLUS 2-17
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    ] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Allows you to individually set the CPU fan parameters. 2.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Main Advanced Boot Settings M4A87T PLUS BIOS Setup Power
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    display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed. ASUS M4A87T PLUS 2-19
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    To set a Supervisor Password: 1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press . 2. In the password box, key in a password containing up to six letters or numbers, or both, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. The message Password Installed appears after you
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    utility to save and load CMOS. Press to run the utility. • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. ASUS M4A87T PLUS 2-21
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    save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Main Advanced M4A87T PLUS BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Version 0203 Exit Options Exit & the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned
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    15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 [email protected] www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Online support +86-21-38429911 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone
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    , TAIWAN R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : MotherBoard Model name : M4A87T-PLUS conform with the essential requirements of the
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