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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers...1-11 1.7 Connectors 1-12 1.8 Software support 1-... 2.4 Main menu 2-11 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.6 Advanced menu 2-21 2.7 Monitor menu 2-30 2.8 Boot menu 2-33 2.9 Tools menu 2-39 2.10 Exit menu...2-40 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers...1-11 1.7 Connectors 1-12 1.8 Software support 1-... 2.4 Main menu 2-11 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.6 Advanced menu 2-21 2.7 Monitor menu 2-30 2.8 Boot menu 2-33 2.9 Tools menu 2-39 2.10 Exit menu...2-40 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
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..., the DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of individual CPUs. B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1150 socket for the New 4th Generation Intel® CoreTM...(XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of the above items is subject...
..., the DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of individual CPUs. B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1150 socket for the New 4th Generation Intel® CoreTM...(XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of the above items is subject...
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... Steel Back I/O - 3x more durable corrosionresistant coating UEFI BIOS - Most advanced options with fast response time ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - ASUS Anti Surge - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features 7.1-channel Realtek® ALC887 High Definition Audio CODEC - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for...
... Steel Back I/O - 3x more durable corrosionresistant coating UEFI BIOS - Most advanced options with fast response time ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - ASUS Anti Surge - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features 7.1-channel Realtek® ALC887 High Definition Audio CODEC - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for...
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....0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE (continued on the next page) viii ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-SLOT Quiet Thermal Design - B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability...
....0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE (continued on the next page) viii ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-SLOT Quiet Thermal Design - B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability...
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ix B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary Support DVD OS support Form factor Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8.1 (32bit/64bit) Windows® 8 (32bit/64bit) Windows® 7 (32bit/64bit) mATX form factor: 9.2 in x 8.3 in (23.4 cm x 21.1 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
ix B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary Support DVD OS support Form factor Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8.1 (32bit/64bit) Windows® 8 (32bit/64bit) Windows® 7 (32bit/64bit) mATX form factor: 9.2 in x 8.3 in (23.4 cm x 21.1 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-1 Unplug the power cord before touching any component, place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Product introduction 1 1.1 ...
ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-1 Unplug the power cord before touching any component, place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Product introduction 1 1.1 ...
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.../Slots/LED 1. Intel® LGA1150 CPU socket 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-3 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 12. Intel® B85 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) 7. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN...
.../Slots/LED 1. Intel® LGA1150 CPU socket 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-3 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 12. Intel® B85 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) 7. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN...
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ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-5 4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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 B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-5 4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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.
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... 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. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-7 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is then mapped for better performance with the retailer to get the correct memory...
... 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. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-7 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is then mapped for better performance with the retailer to get the correct memory...
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... with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-9 To remove a DIMM B A 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an...
... with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-9 To remove a DIMM B A 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an...
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... to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as a screwdriver to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-11 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove ... of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Use a metal object such as system passwords. +3V_BAT GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 CLRTC PIN 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4.
... to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as a screwdriver to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-11 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove ... of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Use a metal object such as system passwords. +3V_BAT GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 CLRTC PIN 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4.
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... to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 7. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-13 This 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type A port is for faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to CRT and is for better compatibility. 8. USB 3.1 Type C port. USB 2.0 ports. HDMI port. DVI-D port. USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 Type A port. This port is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. DVI-D can only be converted...
... to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 7. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-13 This 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type A port is for faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to CRT and is for better compatibility. 8. USB 3.1 Type C port. USB 2.0 ports. HDMI port. DVI-D port. USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 Type A port. This port is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. DVI-D can only be converted...
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... 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio... (10-1 pin COM) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of the system chassis. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-15 If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector. By default, this connector, set to this connector...
... 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio... (10-1 pin COM) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of the system chassis. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-15 If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector. By default, this connector, set to this connector...
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...Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-17 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND... BIOS to [AHCI]. GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in...
...Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-17 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND... BIOS to [AHCI]. GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in...
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... back of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to the USB connectors. GND IntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSRX- USB3_12 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 GND IntA_P1_D+ IntA_P1_D- USB3+5V PIN 1 ... all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of the system chassis. USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 USB1112 PIN 1 USB1314 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 USB2.0 connectors ...
... back of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to the USB connectors. GND IntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSRX- USB3_12 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 GND IntA_P1_D+ IntA_P1_D- USB3+5V PIN 1 ... all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of the system chassis. USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 USB1112 PIN 1 USB1314 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 USB2.0 connectors ...
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...S/PDIF Out module cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SPDIF_OUT B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Digital audio connector ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-19 System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the... button for the HDD Activity LED. PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR GND HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- F_PANEL +PWR LED PWR BTN PIN 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 +HDD_LED RESET B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without...
...S/PDIF Out module cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SPDIF_OUT B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Digital audio connector ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-19 System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the... button for the HDD Activity LED. PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR GND HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- F_PANEL +PWR LED PWR BTN PIN 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 +HDD_LED RESET B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without...
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... DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to display their respective menus. If Autorun is enabled in your OS documentation...motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-21 To run the DVD. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is ...
... DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to display their respective menus. If Autorun is enabled in your OS documentation...motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-21 To run the DVD. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is ...
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... automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-1 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 the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you...
... automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-1 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 the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you...
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...system while updating the BIOS to perform the BIOS update process. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Press to switch to the USB port. 2. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to update the BIOS without using an OS...8209;based utility. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the ...
...system while updating the BIOS to perform the BIOS update process. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Press to switch to the USB port. 2. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to update the BIOS without using an OS...8209;based utility. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the ...