Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product H87M-PRO Asus
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Motherboard H87M-PRO.
ii E7919 First Edition April 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 Contents 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection .................................................................. 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ............................................................... 2-14 2.4 Starting up for the rst time ........
v Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system ................................................................. 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information .......................................................................... 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD .
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 CPU LGA1 150 socket for Intel ® 4 th Generation Core i7 / Core i5 / Core i3, Pentium ® , and Celeron ® Processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0* * The Intel® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
x (continued on the next page) H87M-PRO specications summary Storage Intel ® H87 Express Chipset: - 6 x Serial A T A 6.0Gb/s connectors (yellow) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel ® Rapid Start T ec.
xi ASUS unique features ASUS DRAM Fuse - Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection and short circuit damage prevention ASUS ESD Guards - Strong ESD protection for extended component lifespan ASUS All 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.
xii H87M-PRO specications summary Internal I/O connectors 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 port 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 6 x SA T A 6.
xiii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. H87M-PRO User Manual ASUS H87M-PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 3 x S erial A T A 6. 0 Gb/s ca bles 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2 -in -1 ASU S Q- Con nec tor k it • If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer .
xiv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1 150 CPU Intel LGA 1 150 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1 150 socket for Intel ® 4th Generation Core i7 / Core i5 / Core i3.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability , improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity .
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-3 Chapter 1 USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), signicantly increases a USB device’s transfer speed up to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed.
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides customizable settings for a cooler and quieter computing environment.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-5 Chapter 1 1.1.6 Other special features DisplayPort Support DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that delivers up to 10.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed T ake 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-7 Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page 1. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM) 1-23 2. EA TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 1-24 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN1-3) 1-22 4.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-9 Chapter 1 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 150 socket designed for the Intel ® 4th Generation Core i7 / Core i5 / Core i3, Pentium, and Celeron processors. • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-1 1 Chapter 1 Memory congurations Y ou may install 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.
1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-13 Chapter 1 VGA conguration PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 Single VGA/PCIe card x16 (Recommend for single VGA) N/A Dual VGA/PCIe card x16 x4 • 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.
1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.6 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-PRO 1-15 Chapter 1 2. GPU Boost switch This switch allows you to turn on or off the GPU Boost function. H87M-PRO H87M-PRO GPU Boost switch GPU Boost T o ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to [Enable] when the system is powered off.
1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-17 Chapter 1 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component.
1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® H87 Serial A T A 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1/6 [yellow]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-19 Chapter 1 2. 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.
1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 4. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1 1 12, USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-21 Chapter 1 5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector .
1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 6. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2/3) 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 .
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-23 Chapter 1 7. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM) The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
1-24 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 350 W . • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EA TX 12V power plug.
ASUS H87M-PRO 1-25 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-PRO 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 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel.
ASUS H87M-PRO 2-3 Chapter 2 3. 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.
2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO 2-5 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 .
2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.
ASUS H87M-PRO 2-7 Chapter 2 2.1.4 DIMM installation 1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM B A.
2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection OR.
ASUS H87M-PRO 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection OR.
2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector T o install the ASUS Q-Connector USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.
ASUS H87M-PRO 2-1 1 Chapter 2 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards.
2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 USB BIOS Flashback port • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the steps again.
ASUS H87M-PRO 2-13 Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 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 2.
2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 * LAN ports LED indications 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows ® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.
ASUS H87M-PRO 2-15 Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers.
2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers.
ASUS H87M-PRO 2-17 Chapter 2 2.4 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-PRO 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-PRO 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-PRO 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-PRO 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-PRO 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 When the CPU Core Ratio is set to [Per Core] , the following items appear . 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit. Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default T urbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-1 1 Chapter 3 GPU Boost [As Is] GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. Conguration options: [As Is] [Enabled] EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CA.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-13 Chapter 3 tRDRD_dr [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] tRDRD_dd [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] tWRRD [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] –.
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is dened by Intel VRM specication 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 and VRM thermal conditions.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-15 Chapter 3 CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep T echnology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel ® SpeedStep T echnology (EIST).
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efciency Management [Auto] Allows you to improve power saving when the processor is in low power state. Disable to make the Fully Integrated V oltage Regulator work in high performance at all times.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-17 Chapter 3 Extreme OV [Disabled] By default, this item is set to [Disabled] and helps provide over voltage protection for the CPU. When you set this item to [Enabled], you can select voltage settings for overclocking, but this will not guarantee the CPU’s lifespan.
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 The following items appear only when you set the CPU Graphics V oltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode] . Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] T o offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] T o offset the voltage by a negative value.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-19 Chapter 3 CPU System Agent V oltage Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] T o offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] T o offset the voltage by a negative value.
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.185V to 1.800V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel CPU specications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently .
ASUS H87M-PRO 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-PRO 3-23 Chapter 3 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Conguration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU C States Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C states. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the CPU C States to [Enabled] . Enhanced C1 state [Enabled] Allows your processor to reduce power when the system is in idle mode.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-25 Chapter 3 3.6.2 PCH Conguration PCI Express Conguration Allows you to congure the PCI Express slots. DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to control the ASPM (Active State Power Management) on both Northbridge side and Southbridge side of the DMI Link.
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Active Memory Threshold [0] Key in the value for the additional partition size for Rapid Start T echnology to work. Ensure that the caching partition size is larger than the total memory size. Hybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the hybrid hard disk support.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-27 Chapter 3 SA T A Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SA T A conguration. [Disabled] Disables the SA T A function. [IDE] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial A T A hard disk drives as Parallel A T A physical storage devices.
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 VT -d [Disabled] Allows you to enable virtualization technology function on memory control hub. [Enabled] Enables the function. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU Audio Device [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio devices.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-29 Chapter 3 iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable the iGPU Multi-Monitor . For LucidLogix Virtu MVP function support, set this item to [Enabled] to empower both integrated and discrete graphics. The iGPU shared system memory size will be xed at 64MB.
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.5 AMT Conguration The items in this menu allow you to congure the Active Management parameters.. Intel AMT [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Intel ® Active Management T echnology BIOS Extension. iAMT H/W is always enabled.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-31 Chapter 3 3.6.6 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).
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.7 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-PRO 3-33 Chapter 3 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Conguration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller . The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled] .
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 PCI Express X16_2 slot (Dark brown) Bandwidth [X2 mode] [X2 mode] PCIex16_2 slot runs at x2 mode with all slots enabled. [X4 mode] PCIex16_2 slot runs at x4 mode for high performance support. PCIex1_1 and PCIex1_2 will be disabled.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-35 Chapter 3 Deep S4 [Disabled] When enabled, the system in S4 state will further reduce power usage and will power off the USB and PS/2 devices. The system in deep S4 state can be woken up via the power button, devices in LAN, or other ways except via the USB and PS/2 devices.
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.10 Network Stack Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled] .
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-37 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.
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [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 [ Enabled ].
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-39 Chapter 3 The following items appear only when you set the Chassis1/2/3 Q-Fan Control items to [ Enabled ]. Chassis1/2/3 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] Allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.
3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Boot Conguration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-41 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.
3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-43 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.
3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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).
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-45 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.
3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-47 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 .
3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-49 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.
3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-51 Chapter 3 • This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with F A T 32/16 format and single partition only . • DO NOT shut down 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 .
3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS le that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
ASUS H87M-PRO 3-53 Chapter 3 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number . 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive).
3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.
ASUS H87M-PRO 4-1 Chapter 4 Software support 4 4.1 Installing an operating system • This motherboard supports 32-bit/64-bit Windows ® 7 and 32-bit/64-bit Windows ® 8 operating systems (OS). • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary . The setup procedures presented in this chapter are for reference only .
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-PRO 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 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-PRO 4-5 Chapter 4 1 CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to adjust the voltage range to control the CPU Load-line. Adjust to a high value for system performance or to a low value for power efciency . 2 CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking.
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-PRO 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-PRO 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-PRO 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-PRO 4-13 Chapter 4 4.3.8 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set a schedule to when you can download for a newer version.
4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.9 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 .
ASUS H87M-PRO 4-15 Chapter 4 4.3.10 USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge your portable USB devices even if your computer is off, in sleep mode or hibernate mode. T o launch USB Charger+, click USB Charger+ on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.1 1 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. T o launch System Information, click System Information on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
ASUS H87M-PRO 4-17 Chapter 4 4.3.12 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 .
4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Conguration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Set default device button Control settings panel Analog and digital conn.
ASUS H87M-PRO 4-19 Chapter 4 4.3.13 Intel ® SBA support Intel ® SBA (Small Business Advantage) is a combination of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity capabilities designed for small businesses. Intel ® SBA requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed.
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ASUS H87M-PRO 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 support 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 . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID conguration: 1.
ASUS H87M-PRO 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. Turn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu.
5-4 Chapter 5: RAID support 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-PRO 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 support 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-PRO 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 nt t o exit? (Y /N ): [ CONFIRM EXIT ] 5.
5-8 Chapter 5: RAID support 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-PRO 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 IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
ASUS H87M-PRO A-3 Appendices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr .asus.com/english/REACH.
A-4 Appendices 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.
ASUS H87M-PRO A-5 Appendices DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont , CA 94539.
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