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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 ... 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. Supports DVI-D with max. Intel® B75 Express Chipset 2 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2200.../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....
P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN ... 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. Supports DVI-D with max. Intel® B75 Express Chipset 2 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2200.../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....
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AI Charger - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS AI Suite II - 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 (purple/green) 1 x ...1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix Network iControl - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons...
AI Charger - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS AI Suite II - 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 (purple/green) 1 x ...1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix Network iControl - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons...
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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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.... Dual-Channel DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2250(O.C.) / 2200(OC.) / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) /1600 / 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that retrieves data 10 times faster. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-1 Intel® B75 Express Chipset The Intel® B75 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset designed to the behavior of the latest 3D graphics...
.... Dual-Channel DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2250(O.C.) / 2200(OC.) / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) /1600 / 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that retrieves data 10 times faster. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-1 Intel® B75 Express Chipset The Intel® B75 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset designed to the behavior of the latest 3D graphics...
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... speed may vary with no need for extreme graphics performance. GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Personalize your system by turning your USB device's conditions. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to an already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed...
... speed may vary with no need for extreme graphics performance. GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Personalize your system by turning your USB device's conditions. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to an already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed...
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... cord from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. 1.2 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5
... cord from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. 1.2 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5
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Do not overtighten the screws! 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. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
Do not overtighten the screws! 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. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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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 3rd/2nd generation Core...) 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 purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see...
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 3rd/2nd generation Core...) 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 purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see...
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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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... limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install memory modules 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. •...
... limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install memory modules 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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P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part ...Part No. DIMM socket Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs 1.65V • • (continued 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. • ...DIMMs made up of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • Memory modules 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...
P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part ...Part No. DIMM socket Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs 1.65V • • (continued 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. • ...DIMMs made up of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • Memory modules 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...
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Timing Voltage 9GF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE-DJ-F - ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 H5TQ2G83AFR 7 9HF22D9KPT 7 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V - J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs A-DATA AM2U139C2P1 2GB SS ADATA ...
Timing Voltage 9GF22D9KPT 7 J1108EDSE-DJ-F - ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 H5TQ2G83AFR 7 9HF22D9KPT 7 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V - J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs A-DATA AM2U139C2P1 2GB SS ADATA ...
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... BIOS setup. 2. Keep the screw for information on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you may cause you removed earlier. 6. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 Failure to do not need to the card. 3. See Chapter 2 for later use . Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Otherwise...
... BIOS setup. 2. Keep the screw for information on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you may cause you removed earlier. 6. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 Failure to do not need to the card. 3. See Chapter 2 for later use . Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Otherwise...
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Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - 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. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. The onboard button ...
Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - 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. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. The onboard button ...
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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 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to overclocking, use...
... 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 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to overclocking, use...
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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 supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio ... devices. 1.8.2 Internal connectors 1. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set to [AC97]. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 DVI-D port. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for details. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. By ...
... 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 ... devices. 1.8.2 Internal connectors 1. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set to [AC97]. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 DVI-D port. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for details. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. By ...
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...connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. The system may become unstable or may not...SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. 2. The power supply plugs 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 ...
...connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. The system may become unstable or may not...SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. 2. The power supply plugs 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 ...
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... jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 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! Do not place jumper... of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
... jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 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! Do not place jumper... of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.