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Motherboard VANGUARD B85 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 2
Product warranty or 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 "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 3
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi VANGUARD B85 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 1-14 1.6 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 4
. • 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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 5
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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 6
package for the following items. User Manual ASUS VANGUARD B85 motherboard Technical documentations, certification and warranty card Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS Q-Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 7
functions will work depending on the CPU installed Intel® I217V Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel JackRetasking Intel® B85 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 2 x USB3.0/2.0 ports at - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 8
VANGUARD B85 specifications summary Other Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors - USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB3.0 transmission - Ai Charger - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - AI Suite 3 - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q- - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 9
VANGUARD B85 specifications summary BIOS Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form Factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 10
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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 VANGUARD B85 1-1 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 12
, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DVI_VGA USB3_E34 LAN_USB3_5E2 LGA1150 EATXPWR 1 TPU 24.4cm(9.6in) USB3_12 AUDIO Intel I217 V VGA_LED BATTERY PCIEX16_1 5 6 BOOT_DEVICE_LED 6 SATA6G_12 ASM 1083 PCIEX1_1 Super I/O PCI1 Intel® B85 7 SATA6G_3 SB_PWR SATA6G_4 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 13
1-23 1-22 1-16 1-25 1-26 1-24 1-20 1-20 1-19 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. VANGUARD B85 CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-3 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 14
. 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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 15
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 VANGUARD B85 1-5 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 16
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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 17
to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on XMP mode CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. ASUS VANGUARD B85 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 18
for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for the latest QVL. VANGUARD B85 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 19
-30 DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.65 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors XMP) 16GB(4x 4GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • continued on the next page ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-9 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 20
DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR ) DS 12GB ( 3x 4GB ) DS 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS 4GB SS 8GB DS Chip Brand Chip No. - - Timing DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 10-10-10-27 1.5 • • - - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • - - 10-10-10-27 1.5 • - - - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 21
K4B4G0846B K4B4G0846B Timing - DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 1.5 1128-1 - • • 11-11-1128-2 - • • DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors AMD AMD Apacer Asint Asint Asint Asint 1.5 • • J2108BDBG-GN-F - 1.5 • • continued on the next page ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-11 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 22
DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO memory configuration. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the beige and brown slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-12 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 23
can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Press the Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the 2 retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out 1 with extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DIMM notch ASUS VANGUARD B85 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 24
slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 PCI1 PCIEX16_2 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCI x1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 25
for this motherboard SATA Controller 0 SATA Controller 1 SMBUS Controller Thermal Controller USB2.0 Controller 0 USB2.0 Controller 1 PCIe shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - G H - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-15 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 26
passwords. CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC VANGUARD B85 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power 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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 27
. 9. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. 10. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speaker in an 8-channel audio configuration. ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-17 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 28
Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.0 driver installation - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 29
your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 2. Digital back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT VANGUARD B85 Digital audio connector ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-19 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 30
L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition VANGUARD B85 Front panel audio 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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 31
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! • Ensure that the CPU FAN cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-21 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 32
GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND VANGUARD B85 SATA 6.0Gb/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. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 33
RSATA_RXP5 GND VANGUARD B85 SATA3G_6 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND VANGUARD B85 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 VANGUARD B85 1-23 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 34
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 VANGUARD B85 VANGUARD B85 Serial port connector The COM module is purchased separately. 10. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 35
supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL +PWR_LED SPEAKER PWR_LED+ PWR_LED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground VANGUARD B85 +HDD_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply VANGUARD B85 turning off the system power. ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-25 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 36
+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND VANGUARD B85 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 VANGUARD B85 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. 1.8 Onboard LED 1. Standby - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 37
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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 38
Manageability 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 VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 39
the Internet 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). • The screenshot in this section may vary by models. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-1 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 40
. 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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 41
displays may 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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 42
disk from Drive C (optical drive) 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. VANGUARD B85 0214 07/26/2013 B85VA.CAP 8194 2013-07-20 15 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 43
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 VANGUARD B85 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 44
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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 45
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 . ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-7 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 46
Monitor Boot Tool Exit For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 47
done in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use the English letters to type your notes. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-9 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 48
2.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add. When using a mouse, hover the pointer to - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 49
Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-11 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 50
that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 51
PEG clock. Target iGPU Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target iGPU speed. 2.5.1 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] Set to [Auto] for optimized performance under XMP/Manual/User-defined memory frequency mode. Allows you to set to default core ratio settings. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-13 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 52
Core Ratio to [Sync All Cores] or [Per Core]. 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Limit value, which should be higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-/3-/4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] These items become configurable - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 53
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.10 DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the and keys to adjust the WIN Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [255 DRAM Clock] ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-15 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 54
Clock] - [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM CAS# Write to Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [31 DRAM Clock] RTL IOL control DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R1D0) [Auto - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 55
[14] Channel A DIMM Control [Enable Bot...] Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Channel B DIMM Control [Enable Bot...] Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-17 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 56
ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] MCH Full Check [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MCH Full Check function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Skew Control Adjust these items may enhance the DRAM overclocking depending on your CPU specification. CPU Voltage Frequency - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 57
[110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. CPU Power Thermal Control [130] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the O.C. potential. Use the or - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 58
Tuning Mode [Auto] Allows you to set the frequency tuning mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [+] [-] CPU Internal Power Fault Control Thermal Feedback [Auto] When enabled, it allows CPU to take precautionary actions when the thermal of the external regulator exceeds the limit.Configuration options - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 59
when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode] and allows you to set the CPU core voltage offset. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. The following two items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Adaptive Mode]. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-21 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 60
Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode]. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Cache Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU Cache voltage override. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. The following item - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 61
the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU graphics voltage CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the CPU analog I/O voltage offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-]. ASUS VANGUARD B85 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 62
range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. 2.5.20 SVID Control [Auto] Disabling SVID Control stops the processor from commmunicating with the external voltage regulator. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]. 2.5.21 CPU Input Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 63
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. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-25 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 64
operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. CPU's power. EIST [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 65
[Auto] Allows you to control the Active State Power Managemennt on both NB and SB side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to set the ASPM support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [L0s] [L1] L0sL1]. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-27 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 66
disk support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel® Smart Connect Technology [Disabled] ISCT 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 automatically - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 67
(Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable Support.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.4 System Agent Configuration CPU Audio Device [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable CPU [448M] [480M] [512M] [1024M] ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-29 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 68
[Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PEG - ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG Device. The setting takes no effect if PEG is not the active device Management Technology (AMT) in the BIOS extension. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-30 Chapter 2: Getting started - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 69
the function. USB Single Port Control USB3_1/2/5/E2/E3/E4 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable an individual USB port. Refer to the section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout in this user manual for the locations of the USB ports. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-31 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 70
disable an individual USB port. Refer to the section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout in this user manual for the locations of the USB ports. Configuration options: audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD Audio] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 71
[Power Key] Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] [ (Days) and Hour/ Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-33 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 72
PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled] Ipv6 PXE Support CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 73
the and keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% 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. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-35 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 74
CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.5 Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Q-Fan Control operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 75
go back to normal boot. The following four items appear when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled]. SATA Support [All Devices] [All Devices] All devices connected to SATA ports will be available during POST. This detected during POST. Any hardware change will disable fast boot. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-37 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 76
control, PS/2 devices will be available during POST at any circumstances. This process will extend POST time. [Disabled] For the fastest POST time, all PS/2 devices will not be available until your computer enters the operating system. Network Stack Driver Support easily enter the BIOS setup. You - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 77
Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] [Keep 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]. ASUS VANGUARD B85 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 78
Boot Devices Control [UEFI and L...] Allows you to select the type of devices that you want the type of network devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from Storage Devices [Legacy OPR...] Allows you to select the type of storage - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 79
to load the downloaded db from a USB storage device. Append db from file Allows you to load the additional db from a storage device so that more images can be loaded securely. The DB file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-41 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 80
dbx (Revoked Signature database) lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded. Delete the dbx Allows you to delete the DBX file from your system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load dbx from File Allows you to load the downloaded DBX from a USB storage - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 81
the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Load/Save CMOS Profile from/to USB Drive Allows you to load/save CMOS profile from/to USB drive. 2.9.3 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot # [Slot 1] Displays the - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 82
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 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 83
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l'appareil. VANGUARD B85 A-1 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 84
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 the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 85
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 , LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. ASUS Computer GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY VANGUARD B85 A-3 - Asus VANGUARD B85 | VANGUARD B85 User's Manual - Page 86
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : VANGUARD B85 conform with the essential requirements of the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive EN
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