Motherboard F2A55
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................................... vi About this guide......................................................................................................... vii F2A55 specifications summary................................................................................. ix Package contents....................................................................................................... xii Chapter 1: 1.
Chapter 2: 2.1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility......................................................................... 2-1 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility....................................................... 2-3 2.1.2 2.2 2.3 2.1.4 2.3.1 System Language [English]........................................................... 2-10 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx].................................................................. 2-10 2.3.4 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]....................................
2.6.4 CHA_FAN1/2 Q-Fan Control [Disabled]......................................... 2-24 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled]........................................................ 2-24 2.6.5 2.7 Boot menu.................................................................................................... 2-25 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On].......................................................... 2-25 2.7.3 Fast Boot [Enabled].......................................................................
Safety information Electrical safety • • • • • • To 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. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take 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. . NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
F2A55 specifications summary APU FM2 socket for AMD® A-Series accelerated processors (APU) with AMD Radeon™ HD 7000 Series graphics, up to 4 CPU cores AMD® Turbo Core Technology 3.0 support • The AMD® Turbo Core Technology 3.0 support depends on the APU types. • Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® APU support list. Chipset AMD® A55 FCH Memory 4 x 240-pin DIMM slots support maximum 64GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 2400(O.C.)/2250(O.C.)/2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.
F2A55 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS DIGI+ VRM: - Digital Power Control for APU - ASUS 4+2 Phase Power Design ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.
F2A55 specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x Optical S/PDIF output port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 8-channel audio I/O ports Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x SATA 3.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. 22.4cm(8.8in) KBMS CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN ATX12V LAN_USB12 DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) USB34 USB3_E12 DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET FM2 SPDIFO DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) USB56 MemOK! DRAM_LED CHA_FAN1 30.5cm(12.
Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights 1 AMD A-series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics ® This motherboard supports AMD® A-series accelerated processor with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics. This revolutionary APU (Accelerated Processing Unit) combines processing power and advanced DirectX 11 graphics in one small, energy-efficient design to enable accelerated performance and an industry-leading visual experience.
1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost With USB 3.0 Boost technology, USB transfer speeds are significantly increased up to 132%, enhancing an already impressive USB 3.0 transfer rate. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for any further user interaction.
Ai Charger+ ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to a new level of USB3.0 fast charging experience. With its easy and user-friendly interface, you can not only easily charge iPod, iPhone and iPad, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as before. * Ai Charger is ASUS unique fast-charging software which supports iPod, iPhone and iPad. ** Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function.
1.2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1-4 • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
1.3 Motherboard overview 1.3.1 Placement direction 1.3.2 Screw holes When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 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. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis.
1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 2 3 4 22.4cm(8.8in) KBMS CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN ATX12V USB3_E12 LAN_USB12 DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) USB34 DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET FM2 SPDIFO DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) USB56 5 MemOK! 6 DRAM_LED 1 CHA_FAN1 30.5cm(12.
1.3.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) Page 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, and 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) 1-25 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-11 3. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. AMD FM2 socket DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) MemOK! switch Standby power LED (SB_PWR) SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~6) System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 10. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 11. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 12.
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1.4.2 APU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the APU heatsink and APU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
To uninstall the APU heatsink and fan assembly 1 3 2 4 5 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption.
1.5.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You 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 configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking capability.
DDR3-2200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size h i p Chip NO. Timing SS/DS C Brand Voltage GEIL GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 2GB 4GB DS DS - - 9-10-9-28 9-11-9-28 1.65V 1.65V Kingmax FLKE85F-B8KHA EEIH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - - 1.5V-1.7V Kingmax Kingmax FLKE85F-B8KJAA-FEIS(XMP) 2GB FLKE85F-B8KJA FEIH(XMP) DS - 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - - - - - DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • 1.5V-1.7V • • DDR3-2133 (O.C.
DDR3-1600 MHz capability Voltage A-DATA 3CCD-1509 A EL1126T 7-9-7-21 A-DATA 3CCD-1509 A EL1126T 9-9-9-24 7-9-7-21 8-8-8-24 8-8-8-24 10-10-10-27 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-24 7-8-7-20 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 8-8-8-24 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 7-8-7-20 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 7-7-7-24 7-7-8-24 7-8-7-24 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 7-8-7-24 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-28 8-8-8-28 HYNIX H5TQ2G83 CFR PBC 7 7 9-9-9-27 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs - • 12GB(3 x 4GB) DS Vendors Part No.
DDR3-1600 MHz capability Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage Transcend JM1600KLN-8GK 8GB(4GB x 2) DS Transcend - - SanMax SMD-4G68HP-16KZ 4GB DS HYNIX - - • • AMD AE32G1609U1-U 2GB SS - 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • AMD AE34G1609U2-U 4GB DS AMD 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • ASint SLZ302G08-EGN1C 2GB SS Asint - - • • • Asint Asint Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) SLA302G08-EGG1C(XMP) SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP) 2GB 4GB 4GB DS DS DS Asint Asint Asint 9-9-9-24 - 1.
DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing 9 7-7-7-24 1.65V 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 9-9-9-24 1.5V 8-8-8-24 XMP 1.35V 7-7-7-21 1.5V 9-9-9-24 1.5V 9-9-9-24 1.3V(low voltage) 9-9-9-24 1.5V 7-7-7-24 1.5V 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) - Crucial Crucial CT25664BA1339.16FF 2GB BL25664BN1337.
DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
DDR3 1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage Crucial Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF CT25664BA1067.16FF 1GB 2GB SS DS Micron Micron 9GF22D9KPT 9HF22D9KPT 7 7 ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Kingston Kingston KVR1066D3N7/1G(low profile) KVR1066D3N7/2G 1GB 2GB SS DS ELPIDA ELPIDA J1108BFSE-DJ-F J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 7 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V 1.
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1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
VGA configuration PCI Express operating mode PCIe x16_1 PCIe x16_2 Single VGA/PCIe card x16 (Recommended for single VGA card) N/A Dual VGA/PCIe card x16 x4 • • • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. See page 1-26 for details.
1.7 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: F2A55 CLRTC 1 2 2 3 Normal (Default) Clear RTC F2A55 Clear RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2.
1.8 Connectors 1.8.1 Rear panel ports 1 2 13 14 12 11 10 9 3 4 5 6 8 7 1. PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port 3.
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in the 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration.
1.8.2 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, and 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 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. CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND 1. Internal connectors CHA_FAN1 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND F2A55 F2A55 Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for an ATX power supply. The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~6) F2A55 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND SATA3G_4 SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND SATA3G_3 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND SATA3G_1 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND These connectors are for the Serial ATA 3.
5. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. SPEAKER +5V Ground Ground Speaker PLED- PLED+ PLED PANEL Reset Ground IDE_LED PWR Ground IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PIN 1 F2A55 PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply F2A55 System panel connector • • • • • 1-28 System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V F2A55 SPDIFOUT GND 6. SPDIF_OUT F2A55 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 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. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480Mbps connection speed.
1.9 Onboard switch Onboard switches allow you to fine-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. MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously.
1.10 1. Onboard LEDs 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. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. F2A55 SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off F2A55 Onboard LED 2.
1.11 Software support 1.11.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 1.11.2 • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
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BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Updating from the Internet a. Select Update BIOS from the Internet, then click Next. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, then click Next. c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click Next. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating from a BIOS file 3. a. Select Update BIOS from file, then click Next. b.
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file 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 updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into F2A55.CAP. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version.
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2.
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 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 Current ROM BOARD: F2A55 VER: 5008 DATE: 08/09/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ F2A55.CAP A: 8390656 2012-08-19 17:30:48 Note 3.
2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
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. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hot key for the advanced BIOS settings. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section� 2.
Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode.
Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen.
2.3 Main menu 2.3.1 System Language [English] 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx] 2.3.4 Security 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. Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options.
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 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 a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1.
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.
Target CPU Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current CPU speed. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.
2.4.6 OC Tuner 2.4.7 DRAM Timing Control OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Press and select OK to start automatic overclocking. The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press .
2.4.12 APU1.2V Voltage [Auto] 2.4.13 VDDA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the APU (Accelerated Processor Unit) 1.2V voltage. The values range from 1.2000V to 1.8000V with a 0.01V interval. Allows you to set the VDDA voltage. The values range from 2.5000V to 2.8000V with a 0.1V interval. 2.4.14 • The values of the CPU Offset Voltage, VDDNB Offset Voltage, DRAM Voltage, SB 1.1V Voltage, 1.1VSB Voltage, APU1.
CPU Power Phase Control [Standard] Phase number is the number of working VRM phase. Increasing phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance. Reducing phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency. [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Proceeds the full phase mode. Allows manual adjustment.
2.5 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. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Ai Tweaker Main Advanced > CPU Configuration Exit Monitor Boot Tool CPU Configuration Parameters > SATA Configuration > USB Configuration > NB Configuration > Onboard Devices Configuration > APM > Network Stack 2.5.
2.5.2 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. OnChip SATA Channel [Enabled] Enables or disables onboard channel SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OnChip SATA Type [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration.
2.5.3 USB Configuration 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] [Disabled] [Auto] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled.
SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] [HDMI] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output. Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. Disables the controller. Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the Realtek LAN Controller item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the Rom Help of the Realtek LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Asmedia USB 3.
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. Enables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PME [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the PME to wake up by PCI/PCIE devices. Allows you to turn on the system through a PCI/PCIE LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
2.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings.
2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. 2.6.2 CPU_FAN / CHA_FAN Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU / chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A.
2.6.4 [Disabled] [Enabled] CHA_FAN1/2 Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan1/2 control feature. Enables the Chassis Q-Fan1/2 control feature. CHA_FAN1/2 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CHA_FAN1/2 Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.
2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the following items: 2.7.1 [On] [Off] 2.7.2 [Enabled] [Disabled] Bootup NumLock State [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature.
Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to [Disabled] and allows you to set the waiting time for the system to display the post report. Configuration options: [1 sec] [2 sec] [3 sec] [4 sec] [5 sec] [6 sec] [7 sec] [8 sec] [9 sec] [10 sec] [Until Press ESC] 2.7.3 Fast Boot [Enabled] Enable or disable boot with initialization of a minimal set of devices to launch active boot option.
2.7.6 [Force BIOS] Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] 2.7.7 Next boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] [Fast Boot] 2.7.8 The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss. Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss.
Manage All Factory Keys (PK, KEK, DB, DBX) Install default Secure Boot Keys Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Platform Key (PK) Set PK from File Configuration options: [Acpi (a0341d0, 0)\PCI (1212)\USB (2, 0)\] Get PK to File Configuration options: [OK] Delete the PK Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Key Exchange Key Database (KEK) Set KEK from File Configuration options: [OK] Get KEK to File Configuration options: [OK] Delete the KEK Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Append an entry to KEK C
2.7.10 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] 2.7.11 Boot Option Priorities [Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. 2.7.
2.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Ai Tweaker Main Advanced Exit Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS SPD Information > ASUS O.C. Profile 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.8.
2.9 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. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Exit Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.
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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. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address Telephone Fax E-mail Web site Technical Support Telephone Online support 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 info@asus.com.tw www.asus.com.tw +86-21-38429911 support.asus.
A-4 Appendices (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Asus Computer International Date : Signature : Representative Person’s Name : Aug. 10, 2012 Steve Chang / President This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
