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ii E8528 Second Edition July 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmit.
iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ................................................................................................
iv 2.4 T urning off the computer ......................................................................... 2-15 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................ 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program .
v 4.3.5 Fan Xpert 2 ................................................................................. 4-9 4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost ........................................................................... 4-1 1 4.3.7 Network iControl ....................
vi Safety information Electrical safety T o prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.
vii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
viii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
ix H87M-PLUS specications summary CPU LGA1 150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7/ i5 / i3, Pentium ® , and Celeron ® processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0* * The Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.
x USB 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.
xi Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 mouse / keyboard combo port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x audio jacks support 8-channel Internal I/O connectors 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.
xii • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer . • The illustrations above are for reference only . Actual product specications may vary with different models. H87M-PLUS User Manual ASUS H87M-PLUS motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial A T A 6.
xiii Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel ® LGA1 150 CPU Intel ® LGA1 150 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SA T A hard disk drive SA T A optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1 150 socket for 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7, Intel ® Core™ i5, Intel ® Core™ i3, Pent.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Quad-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.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-3 Chapter 1 ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O 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.
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 MemOK! MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility , determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system’s bootup.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-5 Chapter 1 • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for most accessed information • ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difcult POST situations. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-7 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2) 1-19 2. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 1-20 3. LGA1 150 CPU socket 1-8 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-9 5.
1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7, Intel ® Core™ i5, Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium™, and Celeron™ processors.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-9 Chapter 1 Recommended memory congurations 1.2.4 System 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.
1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Y ou may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-1 1 Chapter 1 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (at x16 mode) 2 PCI_1 slot 3 PCI_2 slot 4 PCIe 2.
1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (yellow) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™ mode.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-13 Chapter 1 1.2.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data.
1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.7 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-15 Chapter 1 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 2. DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during 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.
1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® H87 Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1-6) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-17 Chapter 1 3. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports.
1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 6. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-19 Chapter 1 7. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector . DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350W . • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EA TX12V power plug.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 1-21 Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector . The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power , and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
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ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-1 Chapter 2 Basic installation 2 2.1 Building your PC system 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models.
2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 3. Place six 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 H87M-PLUS 2-3 Chapter 2 2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1 150 socket only . DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1 155 and LGA1 156 socket on the LGA1 150 socket.
2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 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 .
ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-5 Chapter 2 T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.
2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 T o remove a DIMM 2.1.4 DIMM installation.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-7 Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection OR.
2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection OR OR.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector T o install the system panel connector USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.
2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCI cards.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-1 1 Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port denitions. Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 5.
2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue (Rear panel) .
ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-13 Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports.
2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 2-15 Chapter 2 2.3 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Ensure that all switches are of f. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
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ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-1 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more exible and convenient mouse input.
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority .
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-5 Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai T weaker, Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 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 T o add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-7 Chapter 3 3.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings.
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected elds in the BIOS setup program.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-9 Chapter 3 3.5 Ai T weaker menu The Ai T weaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai T weaker menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-dened 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 core or all cores.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-1 1 Chapter 3 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the memory operating frequency . The conguration options vary with the BCLK Frequency: DRAM Frequency Ratio item settings. CPU Graphics Max. Ratio [Auto] [Auto] The CPU Graphics Max.
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM REF Cycle Time [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [51 1] DRAM Refresh Interval [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [65535] DRAM WRITE Rec.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-13 Chapter 3 DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D1 [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D0 [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D1) [Auto] Con.
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 MISC MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enable] [Disable] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [14] Channel A DIMM Control [Enable Bot.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-15 Chapter 3 CPU Power Duty Control [T .Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions of every component. [T . Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to maintain the current VRM balance.
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Internal Power Fault Control Thermal Feedback [Auto] Allows your system to take precautionary actions to be taken by the CPU when the thermal conditions of the external regulator exceeds the threshold.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-17 Chapter 3 Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufcient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. Higher value provides better power-saving condition. Use <+> and <-> key to adjust the value.
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Graphics V oltage [Auto] Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the onboard graphics unit on the processor .
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-19 Chapter 3 CPU Cache V oltage Offset Allows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Cache V oltage to [Adaptive Mode] .
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 SVID V oltage Override [Auto] Allows you to set the SVID V oltage override. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-21 Chapter 3 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 eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.1 CPU Conguration 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.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-23 Chapter 3 Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection T echnology .
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Enhanced C1 state [Enabled] Allows your processor to reduce power when the system is in idle mode. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-25 Chapter 3 Intel Rapid Start T echnology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start T echnology . Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the Intel Rapid Start T echnology to [Enabled] .
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.3 SA T A Conguration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SA T A devices. The SA T A Port items show Not Present if no SA T A device is installed to the corresponding SA T A port.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-27 Chapter 3 IDE Legacy / Native Mode Selection [Native] This item appears only when you set the SA T A Mode Selection item to [IDE]. Conguration options: [Native] [Legacy] S.M.A.R.T . Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T . (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting T echnology) is a monitor system.
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 iGPU Memory [Auto] Allows you to set the system memory size allocated to DVMT 5.0 used by the iGPU. Conguration options: [Auto] [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M] ~ [448M.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-29 Chapter 3 3.6.5 USB Conguration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.6 Platform Misc Conguration The items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features. PCI Express Native Power Management [Disabled] Allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Express and perform ASPM operations in the operating system.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-31 Chapter 3 HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller .
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Parallel Port Conguration The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the parallel port conguration. Parallel Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the parallel port (LPT/LPTE).
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-33 Chapter 3 Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Space Bar] Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Ctrl-Esc] Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. CPU T emperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperature.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-35 Chapter 3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Q-Fan Control item to [ Advance Mode ]. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] Allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Chassis1/2 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. The following items appear only when you set the Chassis1/2 Q-Fan Control items to [ Enabled ].
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-37 Chapter 3 3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Conguration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed.
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto] Select any of these settings when PS/2 keyboard and mouse are installed. These settings only apply when Fast Boot is enabled.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-39 Chapter 3 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [On] . [Off] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off] . W ait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1> key to be pressed when error occurs.
3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Secure Boot Allows you to congure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST . OS T ype [Windows UEFI mode] [Windows UEFI Mode] Allows you to select your installed operating system.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-41 Chapter 3 KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft ® Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK).
3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 dbx Management The 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 le from your system. Deleting the dbx exposes your system to security threats.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-43 Chapter 3 3.9 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2.
3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Label Allows you to input the label of the setup prole. Save to Prole Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prole number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Y es .
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-45 Chapter 3 3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Y ou can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.
3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 1 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-47 Chapter 3 3. Press <T ab> to switch to the Drive eld. 4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to nd the USB ash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press <Enter>. 5. Press <T ab> to switch to the Folder Info eld.
3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Y ou can restore a corrupted BIOS le using the motherboard support DVD or a USB ash drive that contains the BIOS le.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 3-49 Chapter 3 • NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Do not save the BIOS le and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB ash drive in NTFS format. • Do not save the BIOS le to a oppy disk due to low disk capacity .
3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below . 3. Press <T ab> to switch between screen elds and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS le and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS le and prompts you to conrm BIOS update.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-1 Chapter 4 Software support 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP .
4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF).
ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information.
4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Click to launch AI Suite 3 menu bar Main screen AI Suite 3 main menu bar • 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 H87M-PLUS 4-5 Chapter 4 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability . It also provides the highest power efciency , generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss.
4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 EPU EPU is an enery-saving utility that allows you to adjust the CPU, GPU, and Fan Control settings to their power-saving conditions.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-7 Chapter 4 4.3.4 T urboV EVO ASUS T urboV EVO allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency , CPU Cache and Core frequencies, and related voltages for an enhanced system stability and boost performance. It also provides the Auto T uning function that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up.
4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 V oltage Drag to adjust CPU Core V oltage offset Drag to adjust CPU Cache V oltage offset Click to undo all the changes Click to apply all the changes Click t.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-9 Chapter 4 4.3.5 Fan Xpert 2 Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks the fan speeds, and provides you with optimized fan settings based on the fans’ specications and positions. T o launch Fan Xpert 2, click Fan Xpert 2 on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 RPM Mode RPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75 o C. • When the CPU temperature reaches 75 o C, the fan will automatically run at full speed to protect the CPU.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-1 1 Chapter 4 4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically speeds up the transfer rates of your USB storage devices. T o launch USB 3.0 Boost, click USB 3.0 Boost on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.7 Network iControl Network iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage your network bandwidth and set the bandwidth priority for your running programs. T o launch Network iControl, click Network iControl on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-13 Chapter 4 4.3.8 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily . With this utlity , you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST .
4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 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.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 4-15 Chapter 4 4.3.10 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability .
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ASUS H87M-PLUS 5-1 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 5.1 RAID congurations The motherboard supports the following SA T A RAID solutions: • Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support.
5-2 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 5.1.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array .
ASUS H87M-PLUS 5-3 Chapter 5 5.1.4 Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o enter the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility: 1. T urn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu.
5-4 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 5-5 Chapter 5 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>.
5-6 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>.
ASUS H87M-PLUS 5-7 Chapter 5 Exiting the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit , and then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: A re y ou s ur e yo u wa n t to exit? ( Y/ N) : [ CONFIRM EXIT ] 5.
5-8 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® T o create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® : 1. Start Windows ® . 2. Plug the USB oppy disk drive and insert a oppy disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive.
ASUS H87M-PLUS A-1 Appendices Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference.
A-2 Appendices Appendices Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
ASUS H87M-PLUS A-3 Appendices ASUS contact information ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei, T aiwan 1 1259 T elephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site www.asus.com.tw T echnical Support T elephone +86-21-3842991 1 Online support support.
A-4 Appendices Appendices EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR.
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