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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 and fan assembly installation 1-12 1.5 System memory 1-14 1.5.1 Overview 1-14 1.5.2 Memory configurations...
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 and fan assembly installation 1-12 1.5 System memory 1-14 1.5.1 Overview 1-14 1.5.2 Memory configurations...
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...1.10.3 Intel® SBA support 1-34 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your 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 2-6 BIOS menu screen 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-10 2.3.1 ... 2-10 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-12 2.4.1 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled 2-12 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto 2-12 2.4.3 GPU Boost [OK 2-13 2.4.4 DRAM Timing Control 2-13 2.4.5 CPU Power Management 2-16 2.5 Advanced menu 2-17 2.5.1 CPU Configuration 2-18 2.5.2 PCH Configuration 2-19 2.5.3 SATA...
...1.10.3 Intel® SBA support 1-34 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your 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 2-6 BIOS menu screen 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-10 2.3.1 ... 2-10 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-12 2.4.1 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled 2-12 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto 2-12 2.4.3 GPU Boost [OK 2-13 2.4.4 DRAM Timing Control 2-13 2.4.5 CPU Power Management 2-16 2.5 Advanced menu 2-17 2.5.1 CPU Configuration 2-18 2.5.2 PCH Configuration 2-19 2.5.3 SATA...
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... shared memory of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - Supports DVI-D with max. 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 / i5... at midboard, 2 ports at back panel) 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 Intel® CPU support list. We recommend a maximum of 1 GB 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 1 x PCI ...
... shared memory of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - Supports DVI-D with max. 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 / i5... at midboard, 2 ports at back panel) 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 Intel® CPU support list. We recommend a maximum of 1 GB 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 1 x PCI ...
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... 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Speaker connector 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports...
... 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Speaker connector 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports...
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... Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores CPU default settings when the system crashes due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ErP ready This motherboard is set as top priority over all other network programs, dominating the network bandwidth with ASUS' vision of fan speed to achieve a quiet and...
... Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores CPU default settings when the system crashes due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ErP ready This motherboard is set as top priority over all other network programs, dominating the network bandwidth with ASUS' vision of fan speed to achieve a quiet and...
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DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 8. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 11. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 4. Intel® B75 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1 [gray]) 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-27 1-26 1-9 1-14 1-29 1-30 1-32 1-... 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~5 [blue]) 6. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 13. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10. 1.3.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 2.
DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 8. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 11. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 4. Intel® B75 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1 [gray]) 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-27 1-26 1-9 1-14 1-29 1-30 1-32 1-... 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~5 [blue]) 6. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 13. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10. 1.3.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 2.
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... the damage is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 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. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-9
... the damage is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 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. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-9
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1.4.1 Installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 3 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.4.1 Installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 3 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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1.4.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.4.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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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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...vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is dependent on the next page) ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-15 Timing - DDR3-2250 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at... - - 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 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market...
...vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is dependent on the next page) ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-15 Timing - DDR3-2250 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at... - - 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 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market...
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...For system failure due to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port allows Gigabit connection to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move...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 ...
...For system failure due to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port allows Gigabit connection to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move...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 ...
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... of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 These are not jumpers! CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient...
... of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 These are not jumpers! CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient...
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Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for small businesses. Platform requirements: • Windows® 7 (32/64bit) • Panther Point PCH with Core™ Ivy Bridge CPU or Sandy Bridge CPU (Chief River/ Maho Bay platforms) with 5MB vPro ME 8.0 firmware load CPU and chipsets requirements: * Intel® Core™ i3 with B75 * Intel... (AMT host software kit) installed. If Autorun is a combination of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity capabilities designed for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for small businesses. Platform requirements: • Windows® 7 (32/64bit) • Panther Point PCH with Core™ Ivy Bridge CPU or Sandy Bridge CPU (Chief River/ Maho Bay platforms) with 5MB vPro ME 8.0 firmware load CPU and chipsets requirements: * Intel® Core™ i3 with B75 * Intel... (AMT host software kit) installed. If Autorun is a combination of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity capabilities designed for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 2-7 The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Silent mode Standard mode Selects the boot...program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The default screen for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes...
... language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 2-7 The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Silent mode Standard mode Selects the boot...program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The default screen for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes...
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... core ratio settings. 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set to the default setting. 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started If 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...! 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] Default set the memory operating frequency.
... core ratio settings. 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set to the default setting. 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started If 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...! 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] Default set the memory operating frequency.
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... to adjust the value. Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Maximum instantaneous current allowed at 0.125A increment. Turbo Mode is only available for CPU cores Use and key to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value at any given time for Internal Graphics cores.... Short Duration Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the Turbo Mode to [Enabled]. 2.4.5 CPU Power Management The subitems in this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in a...
... to adjust the value. Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Maximum instantaneous current allowed at 0.125A increment. Turbo Mode is only available for CPU cores Use and key to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value at any given time for Internal Graphics cores.... Short Duration Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the Turbo Mode to [Enabled]. 2.4.5 CPU Power Management The subitems in this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in a...
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ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 2-17 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to malfunction.
ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 2-17 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to malfunction.
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...Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you installed. Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to boot even without support for the CPU. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-18 Chapter 2: Getting started Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [...the requirements and prefetch data and codes for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to...
...Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you installed. Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to boot even without support for the CPU. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-18 Chapter 2: Getting started Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [...the requirements and prefetch data and codes for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to...
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... or disable Intel® Rapid Start Technology. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 2-19 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode is only available for select CPU models only. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel® Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Allows you to enable...
... or disable Intel® Rapid Start Technology. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 2-19 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode is only available for select CPU models only. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel® Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Allows you to enable...