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    H87M-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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    this guide...vii H87M-PLUS specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 5X Protection 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal
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    3-43 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-43 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-44 3.10 Exit menu 3-45 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-46 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals
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    5: RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk
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    signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and
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    of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The
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    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 IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task
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    H87M-PLUS specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/ i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. **
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    H87M-PLUS specifications summary USB ASUS unique features Intel® H87 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear panel (blue) - 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at rear panel) ASUS 5X
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    Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F3 Shortcut function, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti
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    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items H87M-PLUS User Manual ASUS H87M-PLUS motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrations
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    Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel® LGA1150 CPU Intel® LGA1150 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xiii
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    1: Product Introduction Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors This motherboard supports Intel® 4th generation Core i7/i5/i3, Pentium®, and Celeron
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    GPU CrossFireX™ Support This motherboard features the most powerful Intel® H87 platform that optimizes PCIe allocation in multi-GPU CrossFireX™ solution, giving you a brand-new gaming enjoyment. Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology allows your system to receive updates for
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    ASUS motherboard back I/O panels are made from strong and corrosion-resistant stainless steel, which is bonded with a thin layer of chromium oxide to enhance anti-corrosive properties. Passing 72-hour spray salt endurance tests, ASUS Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-3
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    you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via a mobile device, and other easy-to-use and helpful utilities. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by
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    video for full HD 1080p visuals through a single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 1 ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-5
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    Motherboard layout 12 KBMS_USB78 EATX12V DIGI +VRM ASM 1442 HDMI 3 1 21.9cm(8.6in) CPU_FAN DVI_VGA USB3_56 4 56 Super I/O COM LPT DRAM_LED MemOK! TPM LAN_USB3_34 AUDIO RTL 8111G CHA_FAN2 BATTERY CHA_FAN1 H87M-PLUS PCIEX16_1 ASM 1083 PCI1 PCI2 Intel® 8MB BIOS H87 SATA6G_2
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    LGA1150 CPU socket 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. TPM header (20-1 pin TPM) 6. MemOK! button 7. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 8. DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) 9. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 10. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 11. Intel® H87 1-16 1-13 1-21 1-18 1-15 1-19 1-18 Chapter 1 ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-7
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    1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium™, and Celeron™ processors. H87M-PLUS H87M-PLUS CPU socket LGA1150 • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged
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    memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. H87M-PLUS H87M-PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory
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    of DDR3 1600MHz. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking
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    the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. EATX12V H87M-PLUS PCIEX16_1 PCI1 PCI2 PCIEX16_2 Slot No. 1 2 3 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (at x16 mode) PCI_1 slot PCI_2 slot 4 PCIe 2.0 x16_2
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    CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 shared - - - - - - - PCIe x16_2 shared - - - - - - - Intel SATA Controller - - - shared - - - - Realtek LAN - - shared
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    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 Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. Chapter 1 ASUS H87M
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    fails to boot up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch to boot and load the BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS
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    motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. H87M-PLUS DRAM LED H87M-PLUS DRAM LED Chapter 1 ASUS H87M
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    using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the type
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    efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. USB3_12 H87M-PLUS H87M-PLUS USB3.0 Front panel connector • The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • These connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows
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    that supports up H87M-PLUS 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. • These connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver
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    FAN PWR GND H87M-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! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of
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    Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/ supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. H87M-PLUS
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    supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL PWR_LED SPEAKER PWR_LED+ PWR_LED+5V Ground Ground Speaker HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground PIN 1 H87M-PLUS HDD_LED PWR_SW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply H87M-PLUS turning off the system power. Chapter 1 ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-21
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    Chapter 1 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 1. Install the ASUS I/O shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-1
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    3. Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 H87M-PLUS DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 socket on the LGA1150 socket. Chapter 2 ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-3
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    2.1.3 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. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-5
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    2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    2.1.5 ATX Power connection OR ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-7 Chapter 2
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    2.1.6 SATA device connection OR OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install the system panel connector HDD_LED To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS H87M-PLUS AAFP 2-9 Chapter 2
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    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCI cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. • Intel® display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks (Pixel Clock = H total x V total x Frame Rate (Screen refresh rate): - DVI port: 165 MHz - VGA port: 180 MHz - HDMI port: 300 MHz ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-11 Chapter
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    Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out To configure an 8-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-13
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    Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.4 Turning off the computer While the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS H87M-PLUS
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    Chapter 2 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as H87MPL.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-1
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    system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.2.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program
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    for details. Displays the CPU temperature, CPU voltage output, DRAM information, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the available only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-3
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    Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode . For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying
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    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 in BIOS. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-5
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    3.3 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
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    Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.2.6 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 H87M-PLUS 3-7 Chapter 3
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    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
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    to automatically optimize the CPU ratio, BCLK frequency, and memory parameters. If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, select this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-9
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    ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-defined memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Allows you to set to default core ratio settings. CPU Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU ratio and sync automatically, per
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    to its optimized setting depending on the system loading. [Manual] Use the or keys to adjust the optimal CPU Graphics Max. Ratio. The frequency may vary depending on Secondary Timings DRAM RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-11
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    IO-L (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    : [Auto] [1] - [15] Dec_WRD Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] tRDWR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] tRDWR_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] tRDWR_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-13
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    ASUS] [Default (MRC)] DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU
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    [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the
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    item when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it exits manual override mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Power Current Slope
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    you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Adaptive Mode]. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to add voltage for Turbo Mode CPU core. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-17
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    Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Graphics Voltage override. Use the or keys to adjust the value, The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V
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    by a positive value. [-] To offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU System Agent Voltage Offset [Auto] Allows you to configure the amount of disable this function when overclocking. • The following item appears only when you set SVID Support to [Enabled]. Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-19
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    001V interval. CPU Input Voltage (VCCIN) [Auto] Allows you to set a CPU input voltage Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU overclocking ability. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking
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    3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-21
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    The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. [Disabled
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    performance state that the BIOS will set before OS handoff. Configuration options: [Max Non-Turbo performance] [Max Battery] [Turbo Performance] CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows
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    CPU C7 Report [CPU C7s] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [CPU C7] [CPU Support [Auto] Allows you to set the a C-state according to the following configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [CPU C7] [CPU
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    you to enable or disable the hybrid hard disk support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel Smart Connect Technology ISCT Support [Disabled] Allow you to enable or disable the Intel® Smart Connect Technology. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-25
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    SATA port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA RAID] Set to [RAID Mode] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Aggressive LPM Support
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    Selection item to [AHCI] or [RAID], and allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ] Disables this function. CPU Audio Devices [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio devices. Configuration [PCIE] [PCI] ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-27
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    Allows you to enable or disable Intel® Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU power use when For LucidLogix Virtu MVP function support, set this item to [ ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG device. Configuration options: [ Memory Scrambler support. Configuration
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    the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. [Disabled] Disables the EHCI Hand-off support. USB Single Port Control Allows you to enable or disable the individual USB port. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-29
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    item appears only when you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to [Enabled]. Native ASPM [Disabled] [Enabled] Vista controls the ASPM support for the device. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other
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    depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode only if there is a serial port (COM1) connector on the motherboard. Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ; IRQ=3] Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-31
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    power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either OFF or ON state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-33
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    display the other BIOS items. CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperature. Select not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Input Voltage (VCCIN),
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    the lower limit of the CPU temperature. 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 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-35
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    CPU fan adjust automatically depending on the CPU temperature. [Silent] Set to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual limit of the chassis temperature. CPU Fan1/2 Min. Duty Cycle(%) . Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This
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    the boot speed. The following four items appear only when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled]. USB Support [Partial In...] [Disabled] All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for a , only USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected. ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-37 Chapter 3
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    Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. Select to load the network stack driver item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Boot Logo Size Control waiting time to easily enter the BIOS Setup. You can only execute the
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    Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third- CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. [Disabled] Disable the CSM to fully support the Windows® Security Update OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot
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    Microsoft® Secure Boot non-compliant OS. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. Key Management This item appears only when you PK Management The Platform Key (PK) locks and secures the firmware from any permissible changes. The system verifies the PK before your 3: BIOS setup
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    the KEK is deleted, the db and dbx cannot be updated under operating system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] applications, operating system loaders, and UEFI drivers that you can load on the UEFI executable files include UEFI boot loaders, drivers and applications. [Yes] Load the default db
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    loaders, drivers and ASUS Logo appears. 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. Chapter 3 3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS
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    [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Chapter 3 The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-43
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    Yes. • DO NOT shut 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. 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter
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    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
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    of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The
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    or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-47
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    when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website
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    the USB flash drive as the boot device. The DOS screen appears. Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g Chapter 3 ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-49
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    screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM BOARD:H87M-PLUS VER: 0223 DATE: 02/26/2013 Update ROM BOARD: UNKNOWN VER: UNKNOWN DATE: UNKNOWN PATH: A:\ A: H87MPL.CAP 2097152 2013-03-29 17:30:48 Note [Enter] Select or Load
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    to use the devices. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. The Make Disk menu contains items to create the RAID/AHCI driver disk. The Manual menu contains the list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user
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    support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. 1. Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from
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    the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the support DVD to the optical drive. The Special tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. 2. Click Utilities tab > AI Suite 3. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-3
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    EPU Fan Xpert 2 EZ Update System Information • The screenshots of AI Suite 3 in this user manual are for reference only. The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration
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    thermal of every phase component. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4 ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-5
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    frequency varies depending on the wattage that you manually set. You can adjust the CPU wattage from the lowest base to your preferred default value. • Configured Max CPU Power may decrease the total power delivery to the CPU and affects the CPU performance under system heavy load. To restore your
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    made in TurboV EVO will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Using TurboV EVO CPU Frequency Click to save the changes into a profile
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    Max Ratio Tick Adaptive or Manual to select the CPU Graphics Voltage mode Drag to adjust CPU Graphics Voltage settings Click to undo all the changes Click to apply all the changes Click to automatically overclock and achieve a total system level up. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support
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    to select the type of fan that you want to customize Click to switch between CPU and chassis fan screens Click to maximize the fan speed Click to increase the fan to switch between the CPU and chassis fan screens Click to undo the changes Click to apply the changes Chapter 4 ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-9
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    . • For motherboard models without the CPU fan detection latch, only 4-pin CPU fans are controllable in Fan Xpert 2. • The Fan Xpert 2 may not be able to detect the fan speed if your fan is installed with an external control kit for rotation speed. • Fan Xpert 2 does not support 2-pin fans. If you
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    4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically speeds Turbo Mode to the USB device for a faster data transfer rate • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. • Use the USB 3.0 devices for high performance
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    . To launch Network iControl, click Network iControl on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. • Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this utility. • Network iControl can only support the onboard LAN. EZ Start screen Click to activate Network iControl Click to select a profile Tick to enable the
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    . With this utlity, you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to find and select the
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    Viewing the CPU information From the System Information screen, click CPU tab to view the processor's information. Viewing the SPD information From the System Information screen, click SPD tab to view the memory's information. Chapter 4 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support
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    convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek® audio software is correctly installed, panel Set default device button Chapter 4 Analog and digital connector status ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-15
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    Chapter 4 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support
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    configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions: 5 • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, you have to create a RAID driver disk and
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    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. Install the SATA hard disks into the
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    allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. Chapter 5 ASUS H87M-PLUS 5-3
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    Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0 RAID Level: Disks: Strip Size: Capacity: Sync: Create volume [ HELP ] Enter a unique
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    warning message appears: WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 5 ASUS H87M-PLUS 5-5
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    DELETED. (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) [↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume 2. Use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete, and then press . The following warning message appears: [ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ] ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL
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    . 5. Save changes and exit BIOS. 6. When the Make Disk menu appears, press to create a RAID driver disk. 7. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive, then press . 8. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Chapter 5 ASUS H87M-PLUS 5-7
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    the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Go to the Intel AHCI/RAID Driver menu then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver path to open the RAID driver folder. 5. Select 32bit or 64bit folder depending on your operating system. Copy
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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 H87M-PLUS A-1 Appendices
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    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 wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come
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    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 ( TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS Computer GmbH Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY Appendices ASUS H87M-PLUS A-3
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    : 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 : H87M-PLUS conform with the essential requirements of the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive EN
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    ASUS H87M-PLUS A-5 Appendices
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