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Motherboard P8B75-M LX PLUS
Motherboard P8B75-M LX PLUS
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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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P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket ... 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at midboard, 4 ports at back panel) (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer 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 ..., and front panel jack-retasking * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports DVI-D with max. resolution of 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Maximum shared memory ...
P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket ... 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at midboard, 4 ports at back panel) (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer 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 ..., and front panel jack-retasking * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports DVI-D with max. resolution of 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Maximum shared memory ...
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Network iControl - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Other features - 100% All high-quality conductive polymer capacitors 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port ... 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS AI Suite II - AI Charger - 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 Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost -
Network iControl - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Other features - 100% All high-quality conductive polymer capacitors 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port ... 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS AI Suite II - AI Charger - 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 Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS USB 3.0 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 Moreover, Intel® B75 Express Chipset also supports iGPU function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphic performance. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges ...
ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-1 Moreover, Intel® B75 Express Chipset also supports iGPU function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphic performance. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges ...
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...to use functions, with iGPU Level Up! GPU Boost Go to an already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. USB 3.0 Boost With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is an ...you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is significantly increased, adding to the Limit with no need for any user interaction. The user-friendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3
...to use functions, with iGPU Level Up! GPU Boost Go to an already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. USB 3.0 Boost With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is an ...you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is significantly increased, adding to the Limit with no need for any user interaction. The user-friendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3
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... of your chassis to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.3 Motherboard overview Before you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 The edge with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to...
... of your chassis to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.3 Motherboard overview Before you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 The edge with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to...
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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. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws!
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. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws!
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ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon ... of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-9 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel ...
ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon ... of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-9 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel ...
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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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... excess memory from the same vendor. The system maps the total size 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. •...
... excess memory from the same vendor. The system maps the total size 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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... are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DIMM socket Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip ... than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of these memory modules depend on the next page) ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-15 Profile is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors. Timing Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB(2GB x...
... are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DIMM socket Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip ... than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of these memory modules depend on the next page) ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-15 Profile is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors. Timing Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB(2GB x...
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... MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2GB DS Micron ELPIDA ELPIDA ELPIDA Hynix Micron Chip NO. Timing Voltage 9GF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 H5TQ2G83AFR 7 9HF22D9KPT 7 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V... Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. J1108EDSE-DJ-F - ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs A-DATA AM2U139C2P1 2GB SS ADATA 3CCD-1509A EL1127T - - • •...
... MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2GB DS Micron ELPIDA ELPIDA ELPIDA Hynix Micron Chip NO. Timing Voltage 9GF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 H5TQ2G83AFR 7 9HF22D9KPT 7 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V... Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. J1108EDSE-DJ-F - ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs A-DATA AM2U139C2P1 2GB SS ADATA 3CCD-1509A EL1127T - - • •...
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... Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to do not need to install expansion cards. Remove...
... Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to do not need to install expansion cards. Remove...
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shared - - - - P8B75-M LX PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8B75-M LX PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF the computer and unplug ...
shared - - - - P8B75-M LX PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8B75-M LX PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF the computer and unplug ...
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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 This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do...
... 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 This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do...
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... 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 you connect a high-definition front panel audio module...I . 10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 9. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 See section 2.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. DVI-D can't be converted to output RGB Signal to [AC97]. By default, this...
... 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 you connect a high-definition front panel audio module...I . 10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 9. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 See section 2.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. DVI-D can't be converted to output RGB Signal to [AC97]. By default, this...
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... +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts P8B75-M LX PLUS ATX power connectors • We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with more power-consuming devices or...unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you use a PSU with higher power output when...
... +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts P8B75-M LX PLUS ATX power connectors • We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with more power-consuming devices or...unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you use a PSU with higher power output when...
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... 3. 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 W) fan power. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. These are not jumpers! CPU_FAN P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU...
... 3. 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 W) fan power. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. These are not jumpers! CPU_FAN P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU...
