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H87-PLUS
Motherboard
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E8190 First Edition April 2013 © Copyright 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1
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Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ........................................................................................................ vii H87-PLUS specifications summary .......................................................................... ix Package contents ...................................................................................................... xii Instal
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Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program ..................................................................................3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode......................................................................................3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode ..........................................................................3-4 3.3 My Favorites ......................................
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4.3.3 EPU .............................................................................................4-6 4.3.4 TurboV EVO ................................................................................4-7 4.3.5 Fan Xpert 2 .................................................................................4-9 4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost........................................................................... 4-11 4.3.7 Network iControl...................................................................
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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. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power
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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. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perf
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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. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or
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H87-PLUS specifications summary ® CPU LGA1150 socket for Intel 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / ® ® Core™ i3, Pentium , and Celeron processors Supports 22nm CPU ® Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* ® * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ® ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list. ® Chipset Intel H87 Express Chipset Memory 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture ®
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H87-PLUS specifications summary ® Audio Realtek ALC887 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, multi-streaming, and front panel jack- retasking * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. ® 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 - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear panel (blue) ® Intel H87 Express Chipset - 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at m
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H87-PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution & MOS heatsink - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS MyLogo 2 - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 Other features ASUS 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors 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 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items ASUS H87-PLUS motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xii User Manual
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Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit ® ® Intel LGA1150 CPU Intel LGA1150 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xiii
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights ® LGA1150 socket for Intel 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, ® ® Pentium , and Celeron Processors ® ® This motherboard supports Intel 4th generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium , ® and Celeron processors in the LGA1150 package. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. ® Inte
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Chapter 1 S/PDIF out connector This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the optical S/PDIF (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) out connector. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ® Intel S
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ASUS DRAM Fuse Onboard polyswitch (resettable fuse) prevents overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the system and device lifespan. ASUS ESD Guards Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can happen suddenly, and their damaging effects are often underestimated. ASUS ESD Guards offer an active protective circuit design that ensures electrostatic discharges are properly grounded, providing prolonged component longevity. ASUS All 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors
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Chapter 1 AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple-to-use software package. It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers diverse and ease to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities. MemOK! MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to patch m
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ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to enhance your DIY experience. 1.1.6 Other special features HDMI Support High Definition Multimedia Surface (HDMI) is a set of digital video standards that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video up to 4K/2K resolution visuals through a single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with the highest quality home theater experience. ErP Ready The
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Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the
