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... Copyright © 2018 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. The source code will not be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software licenses. No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE...
... Copyright © 2018 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. The source code will not be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software licenses. No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE...
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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi TUF H310-PLUS GAMING specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 System memory...1-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information BIOS setup program 2-1 EZ Mode...2-2 Advanced Mode...2-3 Exit menu...2-4 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi TUF H310-PLUS GAMING specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 System memory...1-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information BIOS setup program 2-1 EZ Mode...2-2 Advanced Mode...2-3 Exit menu...2-4 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
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... you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all power cables are not damaged. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that...
... you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all power cables are not damaged. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that...
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... graphics processor - Supports HDMI 1.4b with M key, type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE x 2 mode)* - 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) * When a device in SATA mode is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. TUF H310-PLUS GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1151 socket for 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium® and Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support...
... graphics processor - Supports HDMI 1.4b with M key, type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE x 2 mode)* - 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) * When a device in SATA mode is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. TUF H310-PLUS GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1151 socket for 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium® and Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support...
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.../s) ports (2 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at the rear panel, blue, Type A) - 6 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at the rear panel) Realtek® ALC887 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC - Improved DDR4 stability M.2 onboard - Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with a fast response time Gaming Scenario Audio Features - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - Ultimate cooling and quietness ASUS EPU - EPU UEFI BIOS - Brighten...
.../s) ports (2 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at the rear panel, blue, Type A) - 6 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at the rear panel) Realtek® ALC887 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC - Improved DDR4 stability M.2 onboard - Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with a fast response time Gaming Scenario Audio Features - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - Ultimate cooling and quietness ASUS EPU - EPU UEFI BIOS - Brighten...
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...ASUS utilities ASUS EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.9 in (30.5cm x 20cm) Specifications are subject to 5Gb/s) ports (blue, Type A) 2 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x Jack 8-Channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor Q-Design - Featuring a friendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - viii ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ - ASUS Q-DIMM - TUF H310-PLUS GAMING specifications summary ASUS unique features EZ DIY UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS Q-Slot...
...ASUS utilities ASUS EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit) ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.9 in (30.5cm x 20cm) Specifications are subject to 5Gb/s) ports (blue, Type A) 2 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x Jack 8-Channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor Q-Design - Featuring a friendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - viii ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ - ASUS Q-DIMM - TUF H310-PLUS GAMING specifications summary ASUS unique features EZ DIY UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS Q-Slot...
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ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to static electricity. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to...
ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to static electricity. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to...
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...-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) Correctly orient the ATX power supply plugs into these DIMM sockets. For more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices. asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 8-pin EATX +12V power plug. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) Connect the fan cables to Central Processing Unit (CPU). Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire...
...-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) Correctly orient the ATX power supply plugs into these DIMM sockets. For more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices. asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 8-pin EATX +12V power plug. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) Connect the fan cables to Central Processing Unit (CPU). Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire...
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... connection speed. ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-3 This connector complies with USB 3.1 Gen 1 specifications and provides faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps, faster charging time for additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. M.2(SOCKET3) • This M.2 socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2 socket, SATA_2 port can not be used. Use a metal object such as date, time, and system passwords. Plug the power cord and turn...
... connection speed. ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-3 This connector complies with USB 3.1 Gen 1 specifications and provides faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps, faster charging time for additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. M.2(SOCKET3) • This M.2 socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2 socket, SATA_2 port can not be used. Use a metal object such as date, time, and system passwords. Plug the power cord and turn...
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... install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Before you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set to [HD Audio]. Connect one end of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3 m. PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI specifications PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots...
... install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Before you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set to [HD Audio]. Connect one end of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3 m. PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI specifications PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots...
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... 7.1-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Refer to the audio configuration table for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard combo port. Line In port (light blue). ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-5 Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. This port connects to a PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard. 2. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to wake up from S5 mode Speed LED...
... 7.1-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Refer to the audio configuration table for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard combo port. Line In port (light blue). ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-5 Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. This port connects to a PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard. 2. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to wake up from S5 mode Speed LED...
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... of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other VGA-compatible devices. 9. HDMI port. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM). Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 6. Front Speaker Out Mic In - 5.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 7.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with serial specification. 10. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for...
... of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other VGA-compatible devices. 9. HDMI port. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM). Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 6. Front Speaker Out Mic In - 5.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 7.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with serial specification. 10. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for...
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... / Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors. Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 4A D5 4 C 5 B 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-7 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. Unplug all power cables before you install...
... / Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors. Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 4A D5 4 C 5 B 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-7 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. Unplug all power cables before you install...
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... the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on Intel® 8th Gen. 6-core or higher processors. • Memory modules with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The stability and compatibility of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory...
... the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on Intel® 8th Gen. 6-core or higher processors. • Memory modules with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The stability and compatibility of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory...
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Recommended memory configuration DIMM_A1* Installing a DIMM 1 DIMM_B1* DIMM_A1* 2 A To remove a DIMM A B A B ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-9
Recommended memory configuration DIMM_A1* Installing a DIMM 1 DIMM_B1* DIMM_A1* 2 A To remove a DIMM A B A B ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING 1-9
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... two modes. 2-1 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Press the power button to turn the system off then back on your data or system. BIOS information • Scan the QR code to view the BIOS update guide. • Before using the ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device...
... two modes. 2-1 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Press the power button to turn the system off then back on your data or system. BIOS information • Scan the QR code to view the BIOS update guide. • Before using the ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device...
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To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press . Menu bar MyFavorite Language Q-Fan control Search Aura On / Off Sub-menu items Menu items General help Configuration fields Last modified settings Scroll bar Goes back to the following sections for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. Refer to Ez Mode Hot Keys Searches FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-3 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING The figure below shows an example...
To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press . Menu bar MyFavorite Language Q-Fan control Search Aura On / Off Sub-menu items Menu items General help Configuration fields Last modified settings Scroll bar Goes back to the following sections for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. Refer to Ez Mode Hot Keys Searches FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-3 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING The figure below shows an example...
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... radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. The use of shielded cables for compliance could void the user's authority to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. These limits are designed to assure compliance with FCC regulations. A-1 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING If this...
... radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. The use of shielded cables for compliance could void the user's authority to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. These limits are designed to assure compliance with FCC regulations. A-1 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING If this...
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... specific language governing permissions and limitations under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. You may not use this file except in municipal waste. All Rights Reserved. A-3 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING ...We believe in writing, software distributed under the License. Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); REACH Complying with the License. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This...
... specific language governing permissions and limitations under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. You may not use this file except in municipal waste. All Rights Reserved. A-3 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING ...We believe in writing, software distributed under the License. Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); REACH Complying with the License. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This...
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...2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 ...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv A-5 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING ASUS...
...2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 ...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv A-5 ASUS TUF H310-PLUS GAMING ASUS...