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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary viii Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-5 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.4.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.4.2 CPU heatsink ...
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary viii Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-5 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.4.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.4.2 CPU heatsink ...
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...ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (gray) Realtek® 8111F-VB-CG Gigabit LAN controller 6+2 Channels Realtek® ALC887-VD High Definition Audio CODEC - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 /... / 2000(O.C.) /1800 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Integrated graphics processor Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D and D-Sub ports - Supports D-Sub with HD ...
...ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (gray) Realtek® 8111F-VB-CG Gigabit LAN controller 6+2 Channels Realtek® ALC887-VD High Definition Audio CODEC - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 /... / 2000(O.C.) /1800 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Integrated graphics processor Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D and D-Sub ports - Supports D-Sub with HD ...
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ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - Network iControl - AI Charger - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Other features - 100% All high-quality conductive polymer capacitors 1 x PS/2... 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS GPU Boost -
ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - Network iControl - AI Charger - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Other features - 100% All high-quality conductive polymer capacitors 1 x PS/2... 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS GPU Boost -
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P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 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 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 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 Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6"x 6.9" (24.4cm x 17.5cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 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 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 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 Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6"x 6.9" (24.4cm x 17.5cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-1 Intel® B75 Express Chipset The Intel® B75 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset designed to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. ...
ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-1 Intel® B75 Express Chipset The Intel® B75 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset designed to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. ...
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...speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without ... extreme graphics performance. It easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for every use software package. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Personalize your system by turning your USB device's conditions. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 USB 3.0 Boost With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is ...
...speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without ... extreme graphics performance. It easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for every use software package. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Personalize your system by turning your USB device's conditions. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 USB 3.0 Boost With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is ...
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... it into the chassis in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 Unplug the power cord before you install motherboard components or change any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded...
... it into the chassis in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 Unplug the power cord before you install motherboard components or change any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded...
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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
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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P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU...Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on ...ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS...
P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU...Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on ...ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS...
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-13
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-13
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... configuration. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.5.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. •...
... configuration. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.5.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. •...
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Size SS/DS KINGSTON KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS Chip Brand Chip NO. - - P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB(2GB x ...update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the next page) ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-15 DIMM socket Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DIMM socket Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs 1.65V • • (continued...
Size SS/DS KINGSTON KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS Chip Brand Chip NO. - - P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB(2GB x ...update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the next page) ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-15 DIMM socket Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DIMM socket Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs 1.65V • • (continued...
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... 0YD77D9LGK - - • • Transcend JM1333KLU-2G 2GB DS Transcend TK243PDF3 - - • • DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 Timing Voltage 9GF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Size SS/DS Chip Brand Crucial...
... 0YD77D9LGK - - • • Transcend JM1333KLU-2G 2GB DS Transcend TK243PDF3 - - • • DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 Timing Voltage 9GF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Size SS/DS Chip Brand Crucial...
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... the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to do not need to install expansion cards. Before...
... the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to do not need to install expansion cards. Before...
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... erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. shared - - - - Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to reenter data. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction P8B75-M LX PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8B75-M LX PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Realtek 8111F controller shared - - - - - - - 1.7 Jumpers...
... erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. shared - - - - Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to reenter data. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction P8B75-M LX PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8B75-M LX PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Realtek 8111F controller shared - - - - - - - 1.7 Jumpers...
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... ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-23
... ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-23
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...PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8B75-M LX PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8B75-M LX PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ... item in the BIOS setup to this connector. 8. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 By default, this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to [HD]. DVI-D can't be converted to...
...PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8B75-M LX PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8B75-M LX PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ... item in the BIOS setup to this connector. 8. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 By default, this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to [HD]. DVI-D can't be converted to...
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...completely fit. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for details. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8B75-M LX 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...will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you intend to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output...
...completely fit. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for details. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8B75-M LX 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...will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you intend to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output...
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... connectors on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24... to the fan connectors. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 3. These are not jumpers! Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature.
... connectors on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24... to the fan connectors. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 3. These are not jumpers! Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature.