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...Expansion slots LAN 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600MHz. Supports RGB with max. B85M-K specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** Due to the physical characteristics of the ...Supports Jack-Detection and Front Panel Jack-Retasking * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard ASUS B85M-K motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide...
...Expansion slots LAN 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600MHz. Supports RGB with max. B85M-K specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** Due to the physical characteristics of the ...Supports Jack-Detection and Front Panel Jack-Retasking * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard ASUS B85M-K motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide...
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... installing the motherboard, ensure that you install or remove any component, ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. ASUS B85M-K 1-1 The edge with the component. • Before you place it . Ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to avoid touching...
... installing the motherboard, ensure that you install or remove any component, ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. ASUS B85M-K 1-1 The edge with the component. • Before you place it . Ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to avoid touching...
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1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 4 17.5cm(6.9in) 35 KBMS ASP ATX12V 1255 CPU_FAN DVI DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA LGA1150 2 USB3_12 22.6cm(8.9in) EATXPWR PS2_USBPW1-4 LAN_USB34 CHA_FAN SATA6G_4 BATTERY AUDIO B85M-K PCIEX16 8 RTL 8111G SATA6G_3 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 Intel® 64Mb BIOS 6 SPEAKER SB_PWR ALC 887- VD2 PCIEX1_2 USBPW5-10 B85 7 F_PANEL CLRTC SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB3_910 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 AAFP USB78 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 ASUS B85M-K 1-3
1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 4 17.5cm(6.9in) 35 KBMS ASP ATX12V 1255 CPU_FAN DVI DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA LGA1150 2 USB3_12 22.6cm(8.9in) EATXPWR PS2_USBPW1-4 LAN_USB34 CHA_FAN SATA6G_4 BATTERY AUDIO B85M-K PCIEX16 8 RTL 8111G SATA6G_3 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 Intel® 64Mb BIOS 6 SPEAKER SB_PWR ALC 887- VD2 PCIEX1_2 USBPW5-10 B85 7 F_PANEL CLRTC SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB3_910 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 AAFP USB78 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 ASUS B85M-K 1-3
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... differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 B85M-K Channel B DIMM_B1 B85M-K 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ASUS B85M-K 1-7 A DDR3 module is recommended to protect the CPU. According to the...
... differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 B85M-K Channel B DIMM_B1 B85M-K 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ASUS B85M-K 1-7 A DDR3 module is recommended to protect the CPU. According to the...
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Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS B85M-K 1-9 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that they support. Locked Retaining Clip 1.4.4 Removing a DIMM To ...
Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS B85M-K 1-9 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that they support. Locked Retaining Clip 1.4.4 Removing a DIMM To ...
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... then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to reenter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. ASUS B85M-K 1-11 You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the... computer and unplug the power cord. 2. B85M-K CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) B85M-K Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Removing the cap...
... then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to reenter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. ASUS B85M-K 1-11 You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the... computer and unplug the power cord. 2. B85M-K CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) B85M-K Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Removing the cap...
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... 8-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. This port connects a microphone. ASUS B85M-K 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 34 10 9 8 7 6 5 1. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources...
... 8-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. This port connects a microphone. ASUS B85M-K 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 34 10 9 8 7 6 5 1. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources...
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...connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. 2. ASUS B85M-K 1-15 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set to [HD]. If you want to connect an AC'...) port. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. Connect one end of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND B85M-K SPDIF_OUT B85M-K Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [AC97]. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR...
...connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. 2. ASUS B85M-K 1-15 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set to [HD]. If you want to connect an AC'...) port. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. Connect one end of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND B85M-K SPDIF_OUT B85M-K Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [AC97]. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR...
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...+12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 B85M-K ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 ...-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. 5. The power supply plugs are for...hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER B85M-K PIN 1 B85M-K Speaker Out Connector ASUS B85M-K 1-17
...+12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 B85M-K ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 ...-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. 5. The power supply plugs are for...hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER B85M-K PIN 1 B85M-K Speaker Out Connector ASUS B85M-K 1-17
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...5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ B85M-K PIN 1 B85M-K USB3.0 Front panel connector ASUS B85M-K 1-19 F_PANEL +PWR_LED- RESET B85M-K System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for...data is read from or written to 5Gbps, faster charging time for the system power LED. 9. Ground HWRST# (NC) B85M-K PIN 1 +HDD_LED- The system power LED lights up to the HDD. • ATX power button/soft-off the ...
...5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ B85M-K PIN 1 B85M-K USB3.0 Front panel connector ASUS B85M-K 1-19 F_PANEL +PWR_LED- RESET B85M-K System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for...data is read from or written to 5Gbps, faster charging time for the system power LED. 9. Ground HWRST# (NC) B85M-K PIN 1 +HDD_LED- The system power LED lights up to the HDD. • ATX power button/soft-off the ...
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...software applications, and utilities that you can install to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to avail all motherboard features. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver,... Contact and Specials tabs to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS B85M-K 1-21 Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to install If Autorun is enabled in your ASUS motherboard. If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the...
...software applications, and utilities that you can install to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to avail all motherboard features. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver,... Contact and Specials tabs to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS B85M-K 1-21 Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to install If Autorun is enabled in your ASUS motherboard. If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the...
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... utlity, you need to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS B85M-K 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click...
... utlity, you need to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS B85M-K 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click...
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... found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The actual utility screen...BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and...BIOS file to load default BIOS values. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is not supported under DOS environment... Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. This utility also allows you to... you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to recover BIOS setting...
... found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The actual utility screen...BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and...BIOS file to load default BIOS values. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is not supported under DOS environment... Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. This utility also allows you to... you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to recover BIOS setting...
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... updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. ASUS B85M-K 2-5 Select Yes and press . If you to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at...
... updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. ASUS B85M-K 2-5 Select Yes and press . If you to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at...
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ASUS B85M-K 2-7 Selects the display language of the selected mode on the functions Selects the boot device priority right hand side Displays the Advanced mode menus • ... setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Power Saving mode Selects the boot device ASUS Optimal mode Loads optimized default Selects the priority Displays the system properties Advanced mode Normal mode of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU temperature...
ASUS B85M-K 2-7 Selects the display language of the selected mode on the functions Selects the boot device priority right hand side Displays the Advanced mode menus • ... setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Power Saving mode Selects the boot device ASUS Optimal mode Loads optimized default Selects the priority Displays the system properties Advanced mode Normal mode of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU temperature...
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... Not Installed. After you set the system date, time, language, and security settings. • If you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. ASUS B85M-K 2-9 See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on top of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you have forgotten your BIOS...
... Not Installed. After you set the system date, time, language, and security settings. • If you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. ASUS B85M-K 2-9 See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on top of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you have forgotten your BIOS...
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ASUS B85M-K 2-11 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to malfunction. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
ASUS B85M-K 2-11 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to malfunction. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
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Scroll down to change the system boot options. 2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display the following items: ASUS B85M-K 2-13
Scroll down to change the system boot options. 2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display the following items: ASUS B85M-K 2-13
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... B device meets all the requirements of the FCC Rules. However, there is required to Part 15 of Industry Canada. This device complies with FCC regulations. ASUS B85M-K A-1
... B device meets all the requirements of the FCC Rules. However, there is required to Part 15 of Industry Canada. This device complies with FCC regulations. ASUS B85M-K A-1