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P8B75-M LX PLUS
Motherboard
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E7986 First Edition V4 January 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 i
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Contents Safety information ...................................................................................... vi About this guide ......................................................................................... vi P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary .......................................... viii Package contents ....................................................................................... xi Product introduction 1.1 Special features ...................................
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Contents 1.9 Onboard LEDs ............................................................................ 1-32 1.10 Software support ........................................................................ 1-33 1.10.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-33 1.10.2 Support DVD information .............................................. 1-33 ® 1.10.3 Intel SBA support ........................................................ 1-34 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and upd
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Contents 2.6 Monitor menu ............................................................................. 2-26 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] ...... 2-26 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis / Power Fan Speed .............................. 2-26 2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] ...................................... 2-27 2.6.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] ................................. 2-27 2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage .. 2-28 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabl
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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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Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package. Conventions used in this
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P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ® ® CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium ® / Celeron processors ® Supports Intel 22/32nm 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 B75 Express Chipset Memory 2 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2000(O.C.) /1800 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffer
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P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS Network iControl - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS AI Charger - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Other features - 100% All high-quality conductive polymer capacitors Rear panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port (purple/green)
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P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary BIOS features 128 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Accessories 1 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cable 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor MicroATX form factor: 9.6”x 6.9” (24.4cm
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KBMS_USB34 ATX12V USB3_12 LAN_USB12 Lithium Cell CMOS Power AUDIO CHA_FAN PCIEX16_1 RTL 8111F 64Mb 64Mb PCIEX1_1 BIOS BIOS ® Intel Super I/O B75 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 ALC 887 SB_PWR USB3_34 AAFP USB56 USB78 SPEAKER CLRTC F_PANEL CPU_FAN Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. VGA DVI P8B75-M LX PLUS DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) SATA3G_5 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR SATA6G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 1 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cable ASUS P8B7
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Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors ® This motherboard supports the Intel 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors in the LGA1155 package, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support dual-channel (2 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0 lanes. This ® provides great graphics performance. Intel 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 /
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1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive features Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support ® The Intel B75 Express Chipset natively supports next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface. This motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel – 4 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest pl
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Ai Charger Ai Charger is a unique fast-charging software which supports iPods, iPhones, and iPads. * Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. ** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions. USB 3.0 Boost With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device’s transmission speed is significantly increased, adding to an already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0
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Network iControl With a one-click on/off button, the software currently in use is set as top priority over all other network programs, dominating the network bandwidth with ease. Moreover, you can prioritize your favorite software easily by configuring profiles through the intutive user interface. Within the profile, programs can be pre-scheduled to run at a specific time period to avoid network clogging and long-waits on downloads. Auto PPPoE network connection gives a one-step setup and a
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1.2 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 ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall
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1.3.2 Screw holes 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 P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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LGA1155 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 1 4 17.5cm(6.9in) KBMS_USB34 CPU_FAN ATX12V USB3_12 LAN_USB12 Lithium Cell CMOS Power 2 AUDIO CHA_FAN PCIEX16_1 5 RTL P8B75-M LX PLUS 8111F 64Mb 64Mb PCIEX1_1 BIOS BIOS ® 5 Intel Super B75 I/O PCIEX1_2 6 PCI1 ALC 887 7 SB_PWR USB3_34 AAFP USB56 USB78 SPEAKER CLRTC F_PANEL 13 12 11 10 9 8 ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-7 VGA DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) SATA3G_5 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR SATA6G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 24.
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1.3.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 1-27 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 1-26 ® 3. Intel LGA1155 CPU socket 1-9 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-14 ® 5. Intel B75 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~5 [blue]) 1-29 ® 6. Intel B75 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1 [gray]) 1-30 7. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 1-32 8. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 1-29 9. System panel connector (10-1 pin
