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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to

restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or a USB

flash disk that contains the BIOS file.

C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)

The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings

when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. C.P.R. eliminates the

need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut

down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the

CPU parameters to their default settings.

ErP ready

The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP)

ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency

requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with

ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient

products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon

footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

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Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change

any motherboard settings.

•

Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.

•

Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded

object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to

static electricity.

•

Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.

•

Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the

bag that came with the component.

•

Before you install or remove any component, switch off the ATX power supply and

detach its power cord. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard,

peripherals, or components.

Chapter 1: Product introduction

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Section	Page
Notices	6
Safety information	7
About this guide	8
F1A55 specifications summary	9
Chapter 1	13
Product introduction	13
1.1 Welcome!	13
1.2 Package contents	13
1.3 Special features	13
1.3.1 Product highlights	13
1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features	14
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	27
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM	27
1.8 Expansion slots	28
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card	28
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card	28
1.8.3 PCI slots	28
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots	28
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots	28
1.9 Jumpers	29
1.10 Connectors	30
1.10.1 Rear panel ports	30
1.10.2 Internal connectors	32
1.11 Onboard switch	38
1.12 Onboard LEDs	39
1.13 Software support	40
1.13.1 Installing an operating system	40
1.13.2 Support DVD information	40
Chapter 2	41
BIOS information	41
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	41
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	41
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2	42
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	43
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater	44
2.2 BIOS setup program	47
2.3 Main menu	51
2.3.1 System Language [English]	51
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]	51
2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx]	51
2.3.4 Security	51
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu	53
2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]	54
2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto]	54
2.4.3 APU Multiplier [Auto]	54
2.4.4 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]	54
2.4.5 OC Tuner	55
2.4.6 DRAM Timing Control	55
2.4.7 CPU Voltage [Offset Mode]	55
2.4.8 DRAM Voltage [Auto]	55
2.4.9 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto]	55
2.4.10 1.1Vsb Voltage [Auto]	56
2.4.11 APU1.2V Voltage [Auto]	56
2.4.12 VDDA Voltage [Auto]	56
2.4.13 Load-line Calibration [Auto]	56
2.4.14 APU Spread Spectrum [Auto]	56
2.5 Advanced menu	57
2.5.1 CPU Configuration	57
2.5.2 SATA Configuration	58
2.5.3 USB Configuration	58
2.5.4 NB Configuration	59
2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration	59
2.5.6 APM	60
2.6 Monitor menu	61
2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]	61
2.6.2 CPU / Chassis / Power Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]	61
2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]	61
2.6.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled]	62
2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage	63
2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled]	63
2.7 Boot menu	64
2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On]	64
2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled]	64
2.7.3 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]	64
2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]	65
2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode]	65
2.7.6 Boot Option Priorities	65
2.7.7 Boot Override	65
2.8 Tools menu	66
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility	66
2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile	66
2.8.3 ASUS SPD Information	66

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