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...modules on XMP mode will work depending on the CPU installed. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard ASUS B85M-K PLUS motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User ...up to the physical characteristics of DDR3 1600MHz. Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D, RGB port - B85M-K PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LAN Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th & New 4th Generation CoreTM i7/ ...
...modules on XMP mode will work depending on the CPU installed. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard ASUS B85M-K PLUS motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User ...up to the physical characteristics of DDR3 1600MHz. Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D, RGB port - B85M-K PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LAN Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th & New 4th Generation CoreTM i7/ ...
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... the correct orientation. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded antistatic pad or in the image below. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 1 1-1 2015/2/13 14:25:08 Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing...
... the correct orientation. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded antistatic pad or in the image below. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 1 1-1 2015/2/13 14:25:08 Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing...
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1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 2 3 A B 4 C 5 A B ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 5 1-5 2015/2/13 14:25:10
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... or DDR2 memory module to protect the CPU. DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 B85M-K PLUS Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 B85M-K PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 7 1-7 2015/2/13 14:25:11 A DDR3...
... or DDR2 memory module to protect the CPU. DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 B85M-K PLUS Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 B85M-K PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 7 1-7 2015/2/13 14:25:11 A DDR3...
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Failure to do so may need to install expansion cards. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 9 1-9 2015/2/13 14:25:12 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Failure to do so may need to install expansion cards. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 9 1-9 2015/2/13 14:25:12 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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.... You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. B85M-K PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC B85M-K PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)...the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 11 1-11 2015/2/13 14:25:12 Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10...
.... You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. B85M-K PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC B85M-K PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)...the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 11 1-11 2015/2/13 14:25:12 Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10...
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... panel to the table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 4. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 13 1-13 2015/2/13 14:25:13 Refer to support a 7.1-channel audio output. In 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of...
... panel to the table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 4. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 13 1-13 2015/2/13 14:25:13 Refer to support a 7.1-channel audio output. In 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of...
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... (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. Connect one end of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND B85M-K PLUS SPDIF_OUT B85M-K PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR ... L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L B85M-K PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition B85M-K PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 15 1-15 2015/2/13 14...
... (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. Connect one end of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND B85M-K PLUS SPDIF_OUT B85M-K PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR ... L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L B85M-K PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition B85M-K PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 15 1-15 2015/2/13 14...
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..., 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC B85M-K PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts ...unit (PSU) with more power-consuming devices or when you to hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER B85M-K PLUS PIN 1 B85M-K PLUS Speaker out connector ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 17 1-17 2015/2/13 14:25:14
..., 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC B85M-K PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts ...unit (PSU) with more power-consuming devices or when you to hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER B85M-K PLUS PIN 1 B85M-K PLUS Speaker out connector ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 17 1-17 2015/2/13 14:25:14
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...IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND B85M-K PLUS PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ B85M-K PLUS USB3.0 Front panel connector ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 19 1-19 2015/2/13 14:25:15 F_PANEL +PWR_LED- Ground HWRST# (NC) B85M-K PLUS PIN 1 +HDD_LED- With ...up when you to 5Gbps, faster charging time for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. 9. RESET B85M-K PLUS System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED...
...IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND B85M-K PLUS PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ B85M-K PLUS USB3.0 Front panel connector ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 19 1-19 2015/2/13 14:25:15 F_PANEL +PWR_LED- Ground HWRST# (NC) B85M-K PLUS PIN 1 +HDD_LED- With ...up when you to 5Gbps, faster charging time for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. 9. RESET B85M-K PLUS System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED...
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1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. B85M-K PLUS SB_PWR B85M-K PLUS Onboard LED ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 21 1-21 2015/2/13 14:25:16 The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode.
1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. B85M-K PLUS SB_PWR B85M-K PLUS Onboard LED ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 21 1-21 2015/2/13 14:25:16 The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode.
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... also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click ... motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 1 2-1 2015/2/13 14:25:17 Click to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or...
... also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click ... motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 1 2-1 2015/2/13 14:25:17 Click to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or...
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...Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. NTFS is not supported under FreeDOS environment. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this section are for the BIOS file. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 3 2-3 2015/2/13 14:25:...17 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The utility automatically checks the devices for ...
...Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. NTFS is not supported under FreeDOS environment. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this section are for the BIOS file. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 3 2-3 2015/2/13 14:25:...17 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The utility automatically checks the devices for ...
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...Press to switch from Drives panel to Files panel then press keys to update the BIOS? Select Yes then press . Restart your computer. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 5 2-5 2015/2/13 14:25:18 Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is done, press to ensure system compatibility and stability... to load the BIOS default settings to exit BIOS Updater. 6. Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: B85M-K PLUS VER: 0303 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 01/29/2015 PATH: C:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown C: FORMAN~1 D: B85MKP...
...Press to switch from Drives panel to Files panel then press keys to update the BIOS? Select Yes then press . Restart your computer. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 5 2-5 2015/2/13 14:25:18 Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is done, press to ensure system compatibility and stability... to load the BIOS default settings to exit BIOS Updater. 6. Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: B85M-K PLUS VER: 0303 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 01/29/2015 PATH: C:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown C: FORMAN~1 D: B85MKP...
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..., then select Advanced Mode or press for entering the BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 7 2-7 2015/2/13 14:25:18 The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup ... saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Displays the SATA information Power saving mode Advanced mode menus Selects the boot ...
..., then select Advanced Mode or press for entering the BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 7 2-7 2015/2/13 14:25:18 The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup ... saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Displays the SATA information Power saving mode Advanced mode menus Selects the boot ...
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... submenu options • User-configurable items such as language and boot device order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 9 2-9 2015/2/13 14:25:19 You cannot add the following items to the item. 2. Press on your keyboard or right-click on...
... submenu options • User-configurable items such as language and boot device order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 9 2-9 2015/2/13 14:25:19 You cannot add the following items to the item. 2. Press on your keyboard or right-click on...
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The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model 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 display the following items: ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 11 2-11 2015/2/13 14:25:20 Scroll down to malfunction. 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard.
The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model 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 display the following items: ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 11 2-11 2015/2/13 14:25:20 Scroll down to malfunction. 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard.
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Scroll down to change the system boot options. 2.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display the following items: ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 13 2-13 2015/2/13 14:25:21
Scroll down to change the system boot options. 2.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display the following items: ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 13 2-13 2015/2/13 14:25:21
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... B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. The use of shielded cables for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the device. ASUS B85M-K PLUS A-1 E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 1 2015/2/13 14:25:22 IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Cet appareil est conforme aux...
... B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. The use of shielded cables for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the device. ASUS B85M-K PLUS A-1 E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 1 2015/2/13 14:25:22 IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Cet appareil est conforme aux...
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... part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. A-5 2015/2/13 14:25:25 ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 5 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555...
... part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. A-5 2015/2/13 14:25:25 ASUS B85M-K PLUS E10185_B85M-K_PLUS_Guide.indb 5 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555...