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Motherboard B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 2
applicable license entitles you to the source code of such software and/or other additional data, you may obtain it for a period of three years after our last shipment of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of reproduction and - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 3
B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 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 1-12 1.6 Jumpers 1-14 1.7 Connectors 1-15 1.8 Onboard LED 1-25 1.9 Software - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - 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 B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 5
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 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 6
screw package 1 x pack of cable tie Support DVD User Guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. B150 PRO GAMING/AURA specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU Support Expansion slots LGA1151 socket for 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 7
B150 PRO GAMING/AURA specifications summary Audio Storage LAN USB ASUS gaming features SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking - High quality 115dB SNR stereo playback output Audio Features: - SupremeFX - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 8
B150 PRO GAMING/AURA specifications summary Rear Panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD OS support Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10* Windows® 8.1* Windows® 7 * 64-bit supported only ATX - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 9
the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image. 1.2.2 Screw holes Place nine 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. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-1 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 10
+VRM RGB_LED 5 BOOT_DEVICE_LED VGA_LED DRAM_LED 6 CPU_LED 1 LGA1151 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 7 2 Intel I219V PCIEX16_1 5 M.2(SOCKET3) CHA_FAN3 USB3_12 SATA6G_12 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 1-2 BATTERY TPU TPU Intel® B150 Super PCI1 I/O 8 ALC 1150 SupremeFX PCIEX1_2 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 11
20 1-14 1-25 1-18 1-21 1-22 1-17 1-21 1-25 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. B150 PRO GAMING/AURA CPU socket LGA1151 ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-3 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 12
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 LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 13
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 B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-5 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 14
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 B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 15
DIMM_B2 B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 288-pin DDR4 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. You can refer to the recommended memory population below. Recommended memory configurations ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 16
memory modules. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. B150 PRO GAMING/AURA motherboard memory Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR4 3000 MHz (O.C.) capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 17
SS N/A Heat-Sink Package - 1.2V • • • DDR4 2400 MHz (O.C.) capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing DIMM socket support Voltage (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs ADATA SS SK HYNIX H5AN4G8NMFR 16-16-16-36 1.2V • • ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-9 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 18
the modules into A2/B2 slots for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four modules inserted into all slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. • When running XMP at DDR4 3200 MHz or higher, the system's stability - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 19
1.4.3 1 Installing a DIMM 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-11 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 20
the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 21
N/A x1 N/A x2 x4 Settings provided by BIOS x1 N/A x1 N/A x2 x4 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H - - - Shared - - - - Asmedia PICE to PCI Controller - - Shared - - - - - M.2 Shared - - - - - - - ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-13 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 22
1 B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 23
port. This port is for a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port 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. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-15 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 24
from your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel® 100 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 25
the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. COM PIN 1 B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-17 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 26
install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. M.2(SOCKET3) B150 PRO GAMING/AURA M.2(SOCKET3) • This socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. • When the M.2 Socket 3 is operating in SATA mode, SATA port 1 will be disabled. • When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies with PCIe - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 27
, go to Advanced > Monitor > Q-Fan Configuration > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to Advanced > Monitor > Q-Fan Configuration > Chassis Fan 1/2/3 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-19 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 28
sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) This connector is for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. T_SENSOR GND PIN 1 SENSOR IN B150 PRO GAMING/AURA T_SENSOR connector 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 29
cable to this connector. AAFP HD-audio-compliant pin definition B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 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 B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 30
power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. USB3_12 USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND B150 PRO GAMING/AURA USB3.0 Front panel - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 31
GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When the M.2 Socket 3 is operating in SATA mode, SATA port 1 will be disabled. To use SATA port 1, please set in the BIOS. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-23 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 32
PLED+ PLED- 12. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL +PWR_LED- PWR_SW SPEAKER PIN 1 +HDD_LED- RESET +PWR_LED* Requires an ATX power supply B150 PRO GAMING/AURA System panel connector • System power LED (4-pin +PWR_LED-) This 4-pin - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 33
your motherboard. SupremeFX LED B150 PRO GAMING/AURA SupremeFX BIOS or the LED Control app named Aura. To change the setting in BIOS, go to Advanced > Onboard Devices Configuration > SupremeFX LED Lighting item. See section 2.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 34
during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. BOOT_DEVICE_LED VGA_LED DRAM_LED CPU_LED B150 PRO GAMING/AURA CPU/DRAM/ BOOT_DEVICE - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 35
Click to install Tick an item and click Install to install it If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file Setup.exe in the root folder. Double-click the Setup.exe to run the DVD. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 1-27 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 36
1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 37
update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware 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 B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 38
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update. 3. Reboot the system when the update process is done. • ASUS EZ Flash 3 supports USB devices, such as a USB flash disk, with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 39
http://support.asus.com and save them in your USB flash drive. NTFS is not supported under FreeDOS environment. Ensure that your USB flash drive is in single partition and in FAT32/16 format. • Turn off the computer. • Ensure that your computer has a DVD optical drive. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 40
in DOS: 1. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer then press to launch the select boot device screen. 3. When the select boot device screen appears, insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 41
or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failaure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for details. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 42
Menu for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.6 Headers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 43
CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Selects the display language of the BIOS resets the system Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 44
The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to EZ Mode Search on FAQs Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 45
system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 46
QR code. Scan this QR code with your mobile device to connect to the ASUS BIOS FAQ web page. You can also scan the QR code below. Scroll bar brief description of the selected item. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device. Configuration fields These fields - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 47
speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click to activate PWM Mode Click to activate DC Mode Select a profile to apply to your fans Click to undo the changes Click to apply the fan setting Click to go back to main menu ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-11 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 48
configure your fans' operating speed. Speed points Click to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 49
add BIOS items: 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in MyFavorites screen. Main menu panel Submenu panel Selected shortcut items ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-13 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 50
security settings. 2.4.1 Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] [ BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.6 Headers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 51
OK when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-15 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 52
you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. 2.5.1 CPU Core Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores. Configuration options: [Auto] [Sync All Cores] [Per Core] When the CPU Core Ratio is set - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 53
achieve the best energy saving condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.5 CPU SVID Support [Auto] Disabling SVID Support stops the processor from communicating with the external voltage regulator. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-17 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 54
[140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. CPU VRM Switching Frequency [Auto] This item The following item appears only when you set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU VRM Switching Frequency (KHz) [300] This item allows - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 55
Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high GT loading for extra power support. CPU Graphics Switching Frequency [Auto] appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Switching Frequency to [Manual]. Fixed CPU Graphics Switching Frequency (KHz) [ be monitored. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-19 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 56
in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and their features. Intel® SpeedStepTM [Auto] This item allows the a 0.25A interval. 2.5.10 CPU Graphics Current Limit Max. [Auto] Allows you to set a higher current limit to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. Use the or - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 57
. 2.5.17 CPU Graphics Voltage Mode [Auto] This item allows you to configure the mode of voltage fed to the CPU Graphics Voltage. Manual mode allows user-defined values. Offset mode modifies values by SVID. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-21 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 58
The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage Mode to [Manual Mode]. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU Graphics Voltage Override. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.600V to 1.700V with a 0.005V - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 59
Voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [63] DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB DIMM1 Rank1 BL0-7 [Auto] Configures the DRAM Data REF Voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [63] ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-23 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 60
that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed. Active Processor Cores [All] This item allows you to select the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Intel Virtualization - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 61
allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Intel® SpeedStepTM [Auto] This item allows ] Package C State limit [Auto] This item allows you to set the a C-state support for the CPU package. Configuration options: [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [C7] [C7s [Enabled] ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-25 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 62
power management) support for devices. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device CPU graphics shared system memory size is fixed at 64 MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] RC6(Render Standby) [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Intel® Graphics Render Standby support - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 63
Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the Support [Disabled] This item is designed for LPM (link power management) support with a better energy saving conditions. When disabled, the hot plug function of SATA ports are disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 64
USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Your system supports the USB devices in legacy operating systems. [Disabled] Your USB devices can be used for BIOS setup Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Refer to section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 2.6.7 Onboard - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 65
Mode] [Flowing Mode] RGB LED (onboard) [Enabled] Manual] The following item appears only when you set the M.2 / SATA6G_1 Configuration to [Manual support. PCIe X1_1 and PCIe X1_2 will be disabled. [X2 mode] PCIe X16_2 slot runs at X2 mode with all slots enabled. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-29 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 66
to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel LAN controller. Configuration options: [On] [Off] USB the Type C port when the device is not supported. [Enabled] Turns on power to the Type IRQ=3] 2.6.8 APM Configuration ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows BIOS to switch off some power at S4/S5 to get - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 67
feature requires an ATX power supply Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 68
the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. 2.7.1 CPU/ MotherBoard Temperature, VRM Temperature, PCH Temperature, T_Sensor Temperature [xxxºC/ xxxºF]/ [Ignore] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 69
range from 20°C to 75°C. CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the and keys to adjust the minimum 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. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-33 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 70
Q-Fan Source [CPU] This item controls the assigned fan according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] [VRM] [PCH to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 71
. The values range from 60% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the limit, the Water Pump will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.6 Anti Surge Support [On] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [On] [Off] ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-35 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 72
to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. 2.8.1 Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Select to allows you to select the desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup. You can only execute the POST delay time during Normal Boot. The - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 73
launch. Configuration options: [Ignore] [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices [Legacy Only] Allows you to select the type of PCIe/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-37 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 74
or other Microsoft® Secure Boot compliant OS. [Other OS] Get the optimized function when booting on Windows® non-UEFI mode. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. Key Management This allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys. Clear Secure Boot keys This item appears only when you - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 75
UEFI drivers that ASUS Logo appears. 2.8.12 Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 76
cleans your SSD, restoring it to factory performance levels. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The is only supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout of this manual. Displays the - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 77
down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. the information about the graphics card installed in your system. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-41 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 78
changes to the BIOS items. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select OK to load the default values. Save Changes & Reset Once you are - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 79
on a working system. 2. Connect the USB ODD or USB storage device to your 100 series platform. 3. Insert the ASUS support DVD into a SATA ODD on your 100 series platform. 4. Power on your system and press F8 during POST (Power-On Self Test) to enter the boot screen. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-43 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 80
storage device as the boot device. 6. The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. The "Setup is starting..." screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows® 7 installation. 2-44 Chapter - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 81
as the boot device. 8. The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. The "Setup is starting..." screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. 9. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows® 7 installation. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-45 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 82
notebook) • 1 x SATA ODD • 1 x USB storage device (8 GB or more) 1. Insert the Windows® 7 installation DVD. 2. Launch the ASUS EZ Installer located on the ASUS support DVD. 3. Select a method of creating a modified Windows® 7 installation file: • Windows® 7 OS disk to USB storage device - Select - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 83
create a bootable USB device. Make sure to backup contents on the USB storage device, as it will be formatted. - Once completed, click OK to finish. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-47 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 84
• Windows® 7 OS disk to ISO file - Select Windows 7 OS disk to ISO file then click Next. - Check I agree and then click Next. - Select the source of the Windows® 7 installation disk then click Next. 2-48 Chapter 2: Getting started - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 85
as the boot device. 7. The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. The "Setup is starting..." screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. 8. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows® 7 installation. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA 2-49 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 86
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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 celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l'appareil. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA A-1 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 88
use the equipment according to the instruction manual. KC: Korea Warning Statement REACH at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 89
alle direttive CE. Per maggiori informazioni fate riferimento alla dichiarazione di conformità CE. ASUS AsusTek Inc CE CE Hrvatski AsusTek Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj Diretivas da CE. Para mais detalhes, consulte a Declaração de Conformidade CE. ASUS B150 PRO GAMING/AURA A-3 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 90
USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax General support Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 91
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : B150 PRO GAMING/AURA conform with the essential requirements of the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive EN - Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA | B150 PRO GAMING/AURA Users manual English - Page 92
A-6 Appendices
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