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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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...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 the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Intel® B75 Express Chipset ... / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation...
...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 the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Intel® B75 Express Chipset ... / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation...
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ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Network iControl - 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 Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS GPU Boost - AI Charger - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: -
ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Network iControl - 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 Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS GPU Boost - AI Charger - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: -
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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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.... 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 This provides great graphics performance.
.... 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 This provides great graphics performance.
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... USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is significantly increased, adding to the Limit with iGPU Level Up! This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to use . It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management...
... USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is significantly increased, adding to the Limit with iGPU Level Up! This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to use . It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management...
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... damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 The edge with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. Failure to do so can cause you...
... damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 The edge with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. Failure to do so can cause you...
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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! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests ...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 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting...
P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests ...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 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting...
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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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... more memory on 32-bit Windows® OS, when 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. •...
... more memory on 32-bit Windows® OS, when 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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... 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. • The default memory operation frequency is the ... 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 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)...
... 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. • The default memory operation frequency is the ... 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 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)...
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...-F 2GB DS KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/2G 2GB DS KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G 4GB DS Micron MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2GB DS Micron ELPIDA ELPIDA ELPIDA Hynix Micron Chip NO. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • • SS: Single-sided / DS: ...modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
...-F 2GB DS KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/2G 2GB DS KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G 4GB DS Micron MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2GB DS Micron ELPIDA ELPIDA ELPIDA Hynix Micron Chip NO. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • • SS: Single-sided / DS: ...modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
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... for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to the card. 3. Remove the system unit cover (if...
... for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to the card. 3. Remove the system unit cover (if...
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... slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - 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.
... slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - 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.
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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 For system failure due to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter...
... 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 For system failure due to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter...
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... 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. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other...
... 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. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other...
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...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...will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If 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. 2. The power supply plugs are for details. 1-26...
...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...will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If 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. 2. The power supply plugs are for details. 1-26...
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... power. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 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...
... power. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 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...