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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi B150M-C D3 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 1-11 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Software support 1-21 1.9 Installing an operating system 1-23 Chapter 2 BIOS information ...menu 2-13 2.6 Advanced menu 2-14 2.7 Monitor menu 2-14 2.8 Boot menu 2-15 2.9 Tool menu 2-15 2.10 Exit menu 2-16 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi B150M-C D3 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 1-11 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Software support 1-21 1.9 Installing an operating system 1-23 Chapter 2 BIOS information ...menu 2-13 2.6 Advanced menu 2-14 2.7 Monitor menu 2-14 2.8 Boot menu 2-15 2.9 Tool menu 2-15 2.10 Exit menu 2-16 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-5 iii
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...CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports DVI-D with max. Integrated graphics processor Multi-VGA output support: DP/HDMI/DVI-D/D-Sub ports - Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution of 4096x2160@24Hz / 2560x1600@60Hz - B150M-C D3 specifications summary CPU... Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS B150M-C D3 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of 1920 x 1200...
...CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports DVI-D with max. Integrated graphics processor Multi-VGA output support: DP/HDMI/DVI-D/D-Sub ports - Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution of 4096x2160@24Hz / 2560x1600@60Hz - B150M-C D3 specifications summary CPU... Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS B150M-C D3 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of 1920 x 1200...
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viii B150M-C D3 specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal ... USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB 3.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Speaker connector 1 x LPT connector 2... 8.1 (64-bit) Windows® 7 (64-bit/32-bit) * Please refer to chapter 1.9 or ASUS official website to download Windows® 7 installation Guide and EZ Installer to change without notice. MicroATX form factor...
viii B150M-C D3 specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal ... USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB 3.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Speaker connector 1 x LPT connector 2... 8.1 (64-bit) Windows® 7 (64-bit/32-bit) * Please refer to chapter 1.9 or ASUS official website to download Windows® 7 installation Guide and EZ Installer to change without notice. MicroATX form factor...
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... 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB7~10) 13. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10. Intel® LGA1151 CPU socket 5. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 12. B150M-C D3 B150M-C D3 CPU socket LGA1151 ASUS B150M-C D3 1-3 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-17 1-15 1-15 1-3 1-7 1-19 1-18 1-17 1-20 1-12 1-11 1-19 1-18 1-16...
... 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB7~10) 13. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10. Intel® LGA1151 CPU socket 5. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 12. B150M-C D3 B150M-C D3 CPU socket LGA1151 ASUS B150M-C D3 1-3 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-17 1-15 1-15 1-3 1-7 1-19 1-18 1-17 1-20 1-12 1-11 1-19 1-18 1-16...
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...socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Ensure that you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP...LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. ...
...socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Ensure that you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP...LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket. ...
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4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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. ASUS B150M-C D3 1-5
4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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. ASUS B150M-C D3 1-5
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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...memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.5V is recommended to protect the CPU. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or... modules of the following: - Use a maximum of the lower-sized channel for the latest QVL. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. • You may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Under the default state,...
...memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.5V is recommended to protect the CPU. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or... modules of the following: - Use a maximum of the lower-sized channel for the latest QVL. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. • You may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Under the default state,...
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... - SATA Controller shared - - - For system failure due to short the two pins. 3. USB 3.0 Controller shared - - - ASUS B150M-C D3 1-11 Realtek 8111F controller - You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC ... parameter settings to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as a screwdriver to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. HDD Audio shared - - - 1.6 Headers 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF ...
... - SATA Controller shared - - - For system failure due to short the two pins. 3. USB 3.0 Controller shared - - - ASUS B150M-C D3 1-11 Realtek 8111F controller - You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC ... parameter settings to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as a screwdriver to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. HDD Audio shared - - - 1.6 Headers 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF ...
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... and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out B150M-C D3 SPEAKER PIN 1 B150M-C D3 Speaker Out connector ASUS B150M-C D3 1-17 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. A B CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM A CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND B150M-C D3 C CHA_FAN1 B CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN...
... and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out B150M-C D3 SPEAKER PIN 1 B150M-C D3 Speaker Out connector ASUS B150M-C D3 1-17 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. A B CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM A CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND B150M-C D3 C CHA_FAN1 B CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN...
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... with 6th-generation Intel® Core™ processor (100 series platforms) with 6.5MB Intel® Management Engine (ME) 11.0 firmware installed CPU and chipsets requirements: * Intel® Core™ i3 / i5 /i7 with one of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity... capabilities designed for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). • Uninstall SBA3.1 before you install and upgrade to the specification sheet for details. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for small businesses. Please refer to SBA4.0 ...
... with 6th-generation Intel® Core™ processor (100 series platforms) with 6.5MB Intel® Management Engine (ME) 11.0 firmware installed CPU and chipsets requirements: * Intel® Core™ i3 / i5 /i7 with one of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity... capabilities designed for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). • Uninstall SBA3.1 before you install and upgrade to the specification sheet for details. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for small businesses. Please refer to SBA4.0 ...
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...to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you an overview ...boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Click to the system. ASUS B150M-C D3 2-7 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears...
...to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you an overview ...boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Click to the system. ASUS B150M-C D3 2-7 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears...
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...-menu item Menu items General help Popup Window Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to EZ Mode Menu bar Configuration fields Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode...
...-menu item Menu items General help Popup Window Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to EZ Mode Menu bar Configuration fields Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode...
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QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your fans Click to undo the Click to apply the Click to go changes fan setting back to your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click to activate PWM Mode Click to activate DC Mode Select a profile to apply to main menu ASUS B150M-C D3 2-9
QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your fans Click to undo the Click to apply the Click to go changes fan setting back to your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click to activate PWM Mode Click to activate DC Mode Select a profile to apply to main menu ASUS B150M-C D3 2-9
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Scroll down to malfunction. 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed 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 cause the system to display the following items: ASUS B150M-C D3 2-13 The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard.
Scroll down to malfunction. 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed 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 cause the system to display the following items: ASUS B150M-C D3 2-13 The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard.
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Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. 2.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the fan settings. 2-14 Chapter 2: Getting started
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. 2.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the fan settings. 2-14 Chapter 2: Getting started