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... the name, model number and version, as source code archives, etc. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. No part of their respective companies, and are used only for backup purposes, without any language in this product. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS...
... the name, model number and version, as source code archives, etc. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. No part of their respective companies, and are used only for backup purposes, without any language in this product. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS...
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.... • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These devices could interrupt the...
.... • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These devices could interrupt the...
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... port - B85M-F PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1150 socket for New 4th Generation Intel® CoreTM i7, CoreTM i5, CoreTM i3, Pentium® and Celeron® Processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) vi Supports RGB with max. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS B85M-F PLUS motherboard 2 x Serial ATA...
... port - B85M-F PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1150 socket for New 4th Generation Intel® CoreTM i7, CoreTM i5, CoreTM i3, Pentium® and Celeron® Processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) vi Supports RGB with max. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS B85M-F PLUS motherboard 2 x Serial ATA...
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... functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8.1 Windows® 8 Windows® 7 uATX form factor: 8.9 in x 7.1 in (22.6 cm x 18 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring a friendly graphical user interface - viii B85M-F PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System...
... functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8.1 Windows® 8 Windows® 7 uATX form factor: 8.9 in x 7.1 in (22.6 cm x 18 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring a friendly graphical user interface - viii B85M-F PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System...
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Ensure that 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 installing or removing the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-1 Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the bag...
Ensure that 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 installing or removing the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-1 Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the bag...
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... installing the motherboard. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 9. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for New 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors. 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_1314) 11. B85M-F PLUS B85M-F PLUS CPU socket LGA1150 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard...
... installing the motherboard. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 9. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for New 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors. 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_1314) 11. B85M-F PLUS B85M-F PLUS CPU socket LGA1150 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard...
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... on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. - For more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Refer to install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) 1.4.3 1 Installing a DIMM ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-7 Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Use a maximum...
... on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. - For more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Refer to install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) 1.4.3 1 Installing a DIMM ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-7 Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Use a maximum...
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... slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. IRQ assignments for information on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that complies with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. B shared - Turn on the slot. 5. See Chapter 2 for this motherboard LAN PCIE x16 PCIE x1_1 PCIE x1_2 Intel PCH SATA Controller HD Audio...
... slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. IRQ assignments for information on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that complies with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. B shared - Turn on the slot. 5. See Chapter 2 for this motherboard LAN PCIE x16 PCIE x1_1 PCIE x1_2 Intel PCH SATA Controller HD Audio...
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... pins. 3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to re- 1.6 Headers 1. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup...
... pins. 3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to re- 1.6 Headers 1. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup...
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Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a microphone. ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-11 Microphone port (pink). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 4. This port is for the LAN port LED indications. This port allows Gigabit connection to the table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. Line In port (light blue). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description Off...
Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a microphone. ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-11 Microphone port (pink). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 4. This port is for the LAN port LED indications. This port allows Gigabit connection to the table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. Line In port (light blue). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description Off...
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... legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-13 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. 2. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is set...
... legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-13 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. 2. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is set...
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...connect a 1394 cable to the fan connectors. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND B85M-F PLUS CHA_FAN +5V CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND B85M-F PLUS Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the USB connectors. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These are for USB 2.0 ports. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Connect...
...connect a 1394 cable to the fan connectors. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND B85M-F PLUS CHA_FAN +5V CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND B85M-F PLUS Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the USB connectors. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These are for USB 2.0 ports. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Connect...
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...) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR LED PWR BTN +HDD_LED RESET B85M-F PLUS F_PANEL GND PWR PWR_LEDPWR_LED+ (NC) HWRST# Ground HDD_LEDHDD_LED+ PIN 1 B85M-F PLUS System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for additional USB...
...) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR LED PWR BTN +HDD_LED RESET B85M-F PLUS F_PANEL GND PWR PWR_LEDPWR_LED+ (NC) HWRST# Ground HDD_LEDHDD_LED+ PIN 1 B85M-F PLUS System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for additional USB...
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... only. ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-19 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 7 (32bit/64bit), Windows® 8 (32bit/64bit) and Windows® 8.1 (32bit/64bit) Operating Systems (OS). Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, Contact and Specials tabs to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE...
... only. ASUS B85M-F PLUS 1-19 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 7 (32bit/64bit), Windows® 8 (32bit/64bit) and Windows® 8.1 (32bit/64bit) Operating Systems (OS). Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, Contact and Specials tabs to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE...
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... original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you need to restore the BIOS in case you to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. Click to 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 update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS B85M-F PLUS 2-1 BIOS...
... original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you need to restore the BIOS in case you to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. Click to 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 update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS B85M-F PLUS 2-1 BIOS...
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... USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Press to switch to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to enable it. 3. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to the Drive field. 4. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS file...
... USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Press to switch to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to enable it. 3. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to the Drive field. 4. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS file...
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... BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that allows you press to recover BIOS settings. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the BIOS file to the USB port. 3. Turn on your USB flash drive is not supported under FreeDOS environment. ASUS B85M-F PLUS...
... BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that allows you press to recover BIOS settings. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the BIOS file to the USB port. 3. Turn on your USB flash drive is not supported under FreeDOS environment. ASUS B85M-F PLUS...
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... boot using 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. When the select boot device screen appears, insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. On the FreeDOS prompt, type d: then press to switch the disk from Files panel to Drive D (USB flash drive). On the BIOS Updater screen, press to switch from Drive C (optical drive) to Drives panel...
... boot using 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. When the select boot device screen appears, insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. On the FreeDOS prompt, type d: then press to switch the disk from Files panel to Drive D (USB flash drive). On the BIOS Updater screen, press to switch from Drive C (optical drive) to Drives panel...
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... connected to your data or system. See section 1.6 Jumpers for this option only if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS...
... connected to your data or system. See section 1.6 Jumpers for this option only if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS...
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... Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. ASUS B85M-F PLUS 2-7 BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed. Displays the CPU temperature, CPU voltage output, DRAM information, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Displays the SATA information Power saving mode...
... Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. ASUS B85M-F PLUS 2-7 BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed. Displays the CPU temperature, CPU voltage output, DRAM information, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Displays the SATA information Power saving mode...