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.... Offer to have it from http://support.asus.com/download; or (2) the serial number of Certain Software This product may obtain the complete corresponding source code (as the corresponding binary/object code. Copies of this email address). The source code will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of the product including...
.... Offer to have it from http://support.asus.com/download; or (2) the serial number of Certain Software This product may obtain the complete corresponding source code (as the corresponding binary/object code. Copies of this email address). The source code will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of the product including...
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... BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto 2-14 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled 2-14 2.4.4 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Offset Mode Sign 2-14 2.4.7 VDDNB Offset Mode Sign 2-15 2.4.8 DRAM Voltage...
... BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto 2-14 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled 2-14 2.4.4 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Offset Mode Sign 2-14 2.4.7 VDDNB Offset Mode Sign 2-15 2.4.8 DRAM Voltage...
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.../s connector Realtek® 8111E PCIe Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC887 3-jack 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC - resolution up to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at x4 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot 2 x PCI slots Integrated AMD® Radeon™ HD 6320 Discrete-Class graphics Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DVI/RGB ports Supports...
.../s connector Realtek® 8111E PCIe Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC887 3-jack 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC - resolution up to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at x4 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot 2 x PCI slots Integrated AMD® Radeon™ HD 6320 Discrete-Class graphics Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DVI/RGB ports Supports...
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... (8-channel) 4 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 8 USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 5 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x IEEE 1394 connector 1 x COM connector 1 x LPT connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x Turbo Key II switch 32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Fan 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software...
... (8-channel) 4 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 8 USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 5 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x IEEE 1394 connector 1 x COM connector 1 x LPT connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x Turbo Key II switch 32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Fan 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software...
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... BIOS snapshot feature. the latest connectivity standard. The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequentlyaccessed setup information, while the Advanced Mode is for advanced operating systems. Innovative ASUS features ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more flexible and convenient input with USB 2.0 components. True Serial ATA 6Gb/s support The AMD® Hudson M1 chipset natively supports the Serial ATA (SATA) interface, delivering up to 2.5GT/s interface speed and PCI Express...
... BIOS snapshot feature. the latest connectivity standard. The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequentlyaccessed setup information, while the Advanced Mode is for advanced operating systems. Innovative ASUS features ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more flexible and convenient input with USB 2.0 components. True Serial ATA 6Gb/s support The AMD® Hudson M1 chipset natively supports the Serial ATA (SATA) interface, delivering up to 2.5GT/s interface speed and PCI Express...
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... Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. DDR3 DIMM sockets 5. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-17 1-8 12. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1) 1-18 1-16 15. Turbo Key II LED 6. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB78, 1-18 USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 1-21 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-16 1-6 ASUS E45M1-M PRO CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) 3. Turbo Key II switch 7. Standby Power LED 1-21 1-7 11. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 1-17 1-20 14. Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~5) 8. Clear RTC RAM...
... Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. DDR3 DIMM sockets 5. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-17 1-8 12. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1) 1-18 1-16 15. Turbo Key II LED 6. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB78, 1-18 USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 1-21 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-16 1-6 ASUS E45M1-M PRO CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) 3. Turbo Key II switch 7. Standby Power LED 1-21 1-7 11. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 1-17 1-20 14. Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~5) 8. Clear RTC RAM...
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... drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. 1-10 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Secure the card to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for the card. 2. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that you intend to the card. 3. Turn...
... drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. 1-10 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Secure the card to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for the card. 2. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that you intend to the card. 3. Turn...
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... 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for a PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse. 2. Microphone port (pink). USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. This port connects a microphone. This port is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 6. This port allows Gigabit connection to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 3. Line In port (light blue). In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. 1-12 ASUS E45M1-M PRO...
... 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for a PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse. 2. Microphone port (pink). USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. This port connects a microphone. This port is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 6. This port allows Gigabit connection to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 3. Line In port (light blue). In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. 1-12 ASUS E45M1-M PRO...
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... motherboard components. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set to this connector. By default, this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to the motherboard. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the front panel audio I /O module that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the motherboard's high...
... motherboard components. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set to this connector. By default, this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to the motherboard. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the front panel audio I /O module that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the motherboard's high...
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... the contents of the Support DVD are subject to display their respective menus. If Autorun is for better compatibility and system stability. 1.13.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to change at www.asus.com for updates.
... the contents of the Support DVD are subject to display their respective menus. If Autorun is for better compatibility and system stability. 1.13.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to change at www.asus.com for updates.
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... motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the future. Place the support DVD in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you wish to download then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, then click Next. The ASUS Update main screen...
... motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the future. Place the support DVD in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you wish to download then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, then click Next. The ASUS Update main screen...
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.../2011 E45M1MP.ROM File Info MODEL: Help Info VER: DATE [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Before you to avail all its features. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Go...
.../2011 E45M1MP.ROM File Info MODEL: Help Info VER: DATE [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Before you to avail all its features. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Go...
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... the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows you to the USB port. 3. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and...
... the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows you to the USB port. 3. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and...
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... at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to the USB port. 2. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS E45M1-M PRO
... at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to the USB port. 2. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS E45M1-M PRO
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... [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Are you to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Select Yes and press . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically...
... [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Are you to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Select Yes and press . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically...
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... keyboard to navigate to the system. 2-8 ASUS E45M1-M PRO To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Selects the display language of the basic system information, and allows you an overview of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility...
... keyboard to navigate to the system. 2-8 ASUS E45M1-M PRO To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Selects the display language of the basic system information, and allows you an overview of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility...
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... using the keyboard and press . Use the and keys to adjust the value. Select any of CPU and DRAM for the system. [Manual] Allows you set the DRAM timing control features. You can also key in this happens, revert to the default settings. 2.4.6 [+] [-] CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a negative value. 2-14 ASUS E45M1-M PRO 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. APU Frequency...
... using the keyboard and press . Use the and keys to adjust the value. Select any of CPU and DRAM for the system. [Manual] Allows you set the DRAM timing control features. You can also key in this happens, revert to the default settings. 2.4.6 [+] [-] CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a negative value. 2-14 ASUS E45M1-M PRO 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. APU Frequency...
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... USB device is installed to change the USB-related features. 2.5.2 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of commands. OnChip SATA Channel [Enabled] Enables or disables onboard channel SATA port. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is detected, the item shows None. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OnChip SATA Type [IDE] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [IDE] Set to [IDE] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI...
... USB device is installed to change the USB-related features. 2.5.2 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of commands. OnChip SATA Channel [Enabled] Enables or disables onboard channel SATA port. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is detected, the item shows None. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OnChip SATA Type [IDE] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [IDE] Set to [IDE] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI...
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... or disables Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor Support for add-on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] Allows you to set to [Disabled] and allows you to select the digital audio output type. Configuartion options: [SPIDF] [HDMI] VIA 1394 Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the VIA 1394 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Primary Video Device [PCIE Video...
... or disables Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor Support for add-on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] Allows you to set to [Disabled] and allows you to select the digital audio output type. Configuartion options: [SPIDF] [HDMI] VIA 1394 Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the VIA 1394 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Primary Video Device [PCIE Video...
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... function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-23 Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the and keys to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. The values range from 60% to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. 2.6.4 [Disabled] [Enabled] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature...
... function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-23 Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the and keys to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. The values range from 60% to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. 2.6.4 [Disabled] [Enabled] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature...