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... information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi B150-PLUS specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-10 1.6 Headers 1-12 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Software support 1-21 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 My Favorites 2-11 2.4 Main menu 2-12...
... information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi B150-PLUS specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-10 1.6 Headers 1-12 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Software support 1-21 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 My Favorites 2-11 2.4 Main menu 2-12...
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These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that the power cables for the BIOS parameters are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, ensure all power cables from the existing system before you need when installing and ... removing devices to or from the system, ensure that your power supply is set to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the...
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that the power cables for the BIOS parameters are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, ensure all power cables from the existing system before you need when installing and ... removing devices to or from the system, ensure that your power supply is set to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the...
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... music or movies from short circuit - reduced multi-lateral interference. - ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3x corrosion-resistance for left and right channels to guard the quality of unnecessary junk files UEFI BIOS - Fast and easy way to a smart TV - Media Streamer app...Jack-Detection and Front Panel Jack-Retasking Gaming Audio - EPU PC Cleaner - ASUS DIGI +VRM - 6 Phase digital power design - Audio that roars on the next page) vii B150-PLUS specifications summary Audio LAN USB ASUS special features Realtek® ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - World-class ...
... music or movies from short circuit - reduced multi-lateral interference. - ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3x corrosion-resistance for left and right channels to guard the quality of unnecessary junk files UEFI BIOS - Fast and easy way to a smart TV - Media Streamer app...Jack-Detection and Front Panel Jack-Retasking Gaming Audio - EPU PC Cleaner - ASUS DIGI +VRM - 6 Phase digital power design - Audio that roars on the next page) vii B150-PLUS specifications summary Audio LAN USB ASUS special features Realtek® ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - World-class ...
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... - ASUS EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ - ASUS AI Suite 3 EZ DIY Push Notice - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Stylish Fanless Design: PCH heatsink 1 x PS/2 combo port 1 x 5Gb/s USB Type C port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x 8-channel audio I /O ports Internal connectors ASUS Exclusive Features - Featuring friendly graphics user interface - B150-PLUS specifications summary ASUS...
... - ASUS EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ - ASUS AI Suite 3 EZ DIY Push Notice - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Stylish Fanless Design: PCH heatsink 1 x PS/2 combo port 1 x 5Gb/s USB Type C port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x 8-channel audio I /O ports Internal connectors ASUS Exclusive Features - Featuring friendly graphics user interface - B150-PLUS specifications summary ASUS...
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..."x 8.6" (30.5cm x 21.8cm) Specifications are subject to install Windows® 7. ix B150-PLUS specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor 128Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12...
..."x 8.6" (30.5cm x 21.8cm) Specifications are subject to install Windows® 7. ix B150-PLUS specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor 128Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12...
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis B150-PLUS 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 21.8cm(8.6in) KBMS_USB910 EATX12V CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM DVI VGA DDR4 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 288-pin module) DDR4 ...12in) 1 LGA1151 USB3_C3 EATXPWR USB3_56 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 CHA_FAN2 LAN_USB78 2 M.2(SOCKET3) LANGuard AUDIO CHA_FAN1 5 PCIEX1_1 B150-PLUS Realtek PCIEX16_1 6 8111GR ASM 1083 PCI1 PCIEX1_2 BATTERY Intel® B150 Super I/O PCIEX16_2 7 128Mb BIOS ALC 887-VD2 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI2 PCI3 COM SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 CLRTC 5 USB1112 USB3_12 PANEL SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 13 12...
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis B150-PLUS 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 21.8cm(8.6in) KBMS_USB910 EATX12V CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM DVI VGA DDR4 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 288-pin module) DDR4 ...12in) 1 LGA1151 USB3_C3 EATXPWR USB3_56 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 CHA_FAN2 LAN_USB78 2 M.2(SOCKET3) LANGuard AUDIO CHA_FAN1 5 PCIEX1_1 B150-PLUS Realtek PCIEX16_1 6 8111GR ASM 1083 PCI1 PCIEX1_2 BATTERY Intel® B150 Super I/O PCIEX16_2 7 128Mb BIOS ALC 887-VD2 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI2 PCI3 COM SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 CLRTC 5 USB1112 USB3_12 PANEL SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 13 12...
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... expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system ... the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Keep the screw for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Failure to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Secure the card to do ...
... expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system ... the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Keep the screw for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Failure to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Secure the card to do ...
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B150-PLUS CLRTC +3V_BAT GND PIN 1 B150-PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to short the two pins. 3. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM ... button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Use a metal object such as system passwords. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. •...
B150-PLUS CLRTC +3V_BAT GND PIN 1 B150-PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to short the two pins. 3. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM ... button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Use a metal object such as system passwords. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. •...
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... to the design of the Intel® 100 series chipset, all USB devices connected to three displays under Windows® OS environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction DVI-D port. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear...
... to the design of the Intel® 100 series chipset, all USB devices connected to three displays under Windows® OS environment, two displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction DVI-D port. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear...
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... to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND B150-PLUS PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT B150-PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/...Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC B150-PLUS AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition...
... to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND B150-PLUS PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT B150-PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/...Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC B150-PLUS AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition...
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...RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 B GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND B150-PLUS Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. The M.2 (NGFF) ...SSD module is purchased separately. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to [AHCI]. 10. B150-PLUS M.2(SOCKET3) B150-PLUS M.2(SOCKET3) This socket supports M Key and ...
...RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 B GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND B150-PLUS Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. The M.2 (NGFF) ...SSD module is purchased separately. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to [AHCI]. 10. B150-PLUS M.2(SOCKET3) B150-PLUS M.2(SOCKET3) This socket supports M Key and ...
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... automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to automatically update your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in the future. ASUS B150-PLUS 2-1 BIOS information 2 2.1 Managing and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the...
... automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to automatically update your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in the future. ASUS B150-PLUS 2-1 BIOS information 2 2.1 Managing and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the...
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... to the USB port, then select by Internet. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press to the Folder Info field. d) Press to switch to enable it. 2. b) Press the Left/Right arrow keys to ... then press . Via USB a) Insert the USB flash disk that you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 3: 1. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. c) Press the...
... to the USB port, then select by Internet. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press to the Folder Info field. d) Press to switch to enable it. 2. b) Press the Left/Right arrow keys to ... then press . Via USB a) Insert the USB flash disk that you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 3: 1. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. c) Press the...
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... the latest version. ASUS B150-PLUS 2-3 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this section are for the BIOS file. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto...
... the latest version. ASUS B150-PLUS 2-3 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this section are for the BIOS file. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto...
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... defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB) Enter Setup 4. C:/> d: D:/> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file: 1. On the BIOS Updater screen, press to Drives panel then select D:. 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting... Booting the system in DOS environment To boot the system in DOS: 1. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to enter FreeDOS prompt. Peter Anvin A Bootable DVD/CD is pressed within five (5) seconds to the USB port. 2. boot: ...
... defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB) Enter Setup 4. C:/> d: D:/> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file: 1. On the BIOS Updater screen, press to Drives panel then select D:. 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting... Booting the system in DOS environment To boot the system in DOS: 1. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to enter FreeDOS prompt. Peter Anvin A Bootable DVD/CD is pressed within five (5) seconds to the USB port. 2. boot: ...
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... down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to update the BIOS? ASUS B150-PLUS 2-5 Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is done, press to exit BIOS Updater. 6. Select Yes then press . Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm the BIOS update. After the BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file, select Yes to ensure system compatibility and...
... down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to update the BIOS? ASUS B150-PLUS 2-5 Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is done, press to exit BIOS Updater. 6. Select Yes then press . Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm the BIOS update. After the BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file, select Yes to ensure system compatibility and...
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... RTC RAM. Press to your data or system. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB... mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program....
... RTC RAM. Press to your data or system. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB... mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program....
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ASUS B150-PLUS 2-7 Refer to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. Click the button... Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. To access the Advanced...basic system information, and allows you to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the...
ASUS B150-PLUS 2-7 Refer to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. Click the button... Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. To access the Advanced...basic system information, and allows you to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the...
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Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Q-Fan control MyFavorite Language Menu bar Quick Note Hot Keys Sub-menu item Menu items General help Configuration fields Last modified settings Scroll bar Search on FAQs Goes back to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press . Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Displays the CPU temperature and memory voltage output 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started
Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Q-Fan control MyFavorite Language Menu bar Quick Note Hot Keys Sub-menu item Menu items General help Configuration fields Last modified settings Scroll bar Search on FAQs Goes back to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press . Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Displays the CPU temperature and memory voltage output 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started
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... setup. Menu bar The menu bar on top of your BIOS. Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section 2.3 My Favorites for your fans. Language This button above the menu bar contains the languages that menu. ASUS B150-PLUS 2-9 Q-Fan Control (F6) This button above the menu... bar shows all BIOS items in your desired settings. To display the submenu, select the item and press . For example, ...
... setup. Menu bar The menu bar on top of your BIOS. Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section 2.3 My Favorites for your fans. Language This button above the menu bar contains the languages that menu. ASUS B150-PLUS 2-9 Q-Fan Control (F6) This button above the menu... bar shows all BIOS items in your desired settings. To display the submenu, select the item and press . For example, ...