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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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... 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 the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Supports jack-detection,...
... 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 the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Supports jack-detection,...
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ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - Network iControl - 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 MyLogo 2™ Other features - 100% All high-quality conductive polymer capacitors 1 x PS...x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS EZ Flash 2 - AI Charger - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS GPU Boost -
ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - Network iControl - 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 MyLogo 2™ Other features - 100% All high-quality conductive polymer capacitors 1 x PS...x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS EZ Flash 2 - AI Charger - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - 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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... stability. This provides great graphics performance. In addition, B75 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports that features data transfer rates of 2400(O.C.) / 2250(O.C.) / 2200(OC.) / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-1 Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in...
... stability. This provides great graphics performance. In addition, B75 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports that features data transfer rates of 2400(O.C.) / 2250(O.C.) / 2200(OC.) / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-1 Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in...
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...speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to use software package. The user-friendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. Ai Charger Ai Charger is a unique fast-...GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 AI Suite II With its fast user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in-one simple to switch back and forth between...
...speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to use software package. The user-friendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. Ai Charger Ai Charger is a unique fast-...GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 AI Suite II With its fast user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in-one simple to switch back and forth between...
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... any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as indicated in the correct orientation. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 1.2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from...
... any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as indicated in the correct orientation. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 1.2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from...
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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 Do not overtighten the screws! 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. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not overtighten the screws! 1.3.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
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...the Intel 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-9 ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to... the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.4 Central Processing ...
...the Intel 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-9 ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to... the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.4 Central Processing ...
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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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...) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. 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. •...
...) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. 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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... 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 The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • The maximum 16GB memory capacity... can be supported with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No.
... 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 The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • The maximum 16GB memory capacity... can be supported with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No.
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Timing Voltage 9GF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE-DJ-F - J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 H5TQ2G83AFR 7 9HF22D9KPT 7 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs A-DATA AM2U139C2P1 2GB SS ADATA 3CCD-1509A EL1127T...
Timing Voltage 9GF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE-DJ-F - J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 H5TQ2G83AFR 7 9HF22D9KPT 7 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs A-DATA AM2U139C2P1 2GB SS ADATA 3CCD-1509A EL1127T...
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... setup. 2. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Failure to do not need to use . 4. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 Turn on the slot. 5. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups...
... setup. 2. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Failure to do not need to use . 4. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 Turn on the slot. 5. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups...
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... the computer. 4. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. P8B75-M LX PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8B75-M LX PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Realtek 8111F controller shared - - - - - - - 1.7 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows...
... the computer. 4. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. P8B75-M LX PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8B75-M LX PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Realtek 8111F controller shared - - - - - - - 1.7 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows...
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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 PS/2 Mouse port (green). Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network...
... 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 PS/2 Mouse port (green). Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network...
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... capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is set the item to [AC97]. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 This 15-pin port is for any DVI-D compatible device. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin ...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.
... capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is set the item to [AC97]. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 This 15-pin port is for any DVI-D compatible device. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin ...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.
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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... when you intend to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the...
...+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... when you intend to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the...
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... the connector. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 3. CPU_FAN P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! These are not jumpers! ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Only the...
... the connector. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 3. CPU_FAN P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! These are not jumpers! ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Only the...