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...channel memory architecture * Intel® 4th generation supports DDR3 1600 and higher memory frequency. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. CS-B specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 .../ i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors * Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS CS-B motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of ...
...channel memory architecture * Intel® 4th generation supports DDR3 1600 and higher memory frequency. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. CS-B specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 .../ i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors * Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS CS-B motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of ...
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... the component. • Before you physical injury and damage to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. ASUS CS-B 1-1 Doing so can cause you install or remove any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
... the component. • Before you physical injury and damage to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. ASUS CS-B 1-1 Doing so can cause you install or remove any component, ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
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... (26-1 pin LPT) 15. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 16. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) 13. CS-B CS-B CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS CS-B 1-3 Intel® Q87 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~5 [brown]) 6. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1, COM2) 14. 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots...
... (26-1 pin LPT) 15. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 16. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) 13. CS-B CS-B CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS CS-B 1-3 Intel® Q87 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~5 [brown]) 6. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1, COM2) 14. 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots...
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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 CS-B 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 CS-B 1-5
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...of the following: - For effective use of memory, we recommend that you want to install 4GB or more on a DDR2 DIMM socket. ASUS CS-B 1-7 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. •...system maps the total size of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 CS-B CS-B 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 ...
...of the following: - For effective use of memory, we recommend that you want to install 4GB or more on a DDR2 DIMM socket. ASUS CS-B 1-7 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. •...system maps the total size of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 CS-B CS-B 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 ...
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... software settings. 1. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. DIMM notch 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Failure to install expansion cards. ASUS CS-B 1-9 Replace the system cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on shared...
... software settings. 1. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. DIMM notch 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Failure to install expansion cards. ASUS CS-B 1-9 Replace the system cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on shared...
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For system failure due to CRT and is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. DVI-D port. DisplayPort. DIS_ME 12 23 CS-B CS-B Intel® ME jumper Normal (Default) Disable ME Disable the Intel® ME function before updating it . DVI-D can't be converted to output RGB Signal ... resets parameter settings to enable or disable the Intel® ME function. Intel® ME jumper (3-pin DIS_ME) This jumper allows you to default values. 2. ASUS CS-B 1-11 PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is not compatible with DVI-I. 3. • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when...
For system failure due to CRT and is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. DVI-D port. DisplayPort. DIS_ME 12 23 CS-B CS-B Intel® ME jumper Normal (Default) Disable ME Disable the Intel® ME function before updating it . DVI-D can't be converted to output RGB Signal ... resets parameter settings to enable or disable the Intel® ME function. Intel® ME jumper (3-pin DIS_ME) This jumper allows you to default values. 2. ASUS CS-B 1-11 PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is not compatible with DVI-I. 3. • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when...
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... 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. COM2 COM1 RXD DTR DSR CTS RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI DCD TXD GND RTS RI CS-B CS-B Serial port connectors The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1, COM2) This connector is for better ... compliant, allowing playback of the Intel® 8 series chipset, all USB devices connected to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS CS-B 1-13 This port is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to the USB 2.0 and USB ...
... 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. COM2 COM1 RXD DTR DSR CTS RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI DCD TXD GND RTS RI CS-B CS-B Serial port connectors The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1, COM2) This connector is for better ... compliant, allowing playback of the Intel® 8 series chipset, all USB devices connected to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS CS-B 1-13 This port is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to the USB 2.0 and USB ...
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...SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L CS-B HD-audio-compliant pin definition CS-B Front panel audio connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio ... the chassis intrusion detection feature. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to this connector. 4. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND CS-B PIN 1 CS-B Chassis intrusion connector ASUS CS-B 1-15 See section 2.6.10 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. 5.
...SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L CS-B HD-audio-compliant pin definition CS-B Front panel audio connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio ... the chassis intrusion detection feature. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to this connector. 4. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND CS-B PIN 1 CS-B Chassis intrusion connector ASUS CS-B 1-15 See section 2.6.10 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. 5.
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... (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. ASUS CS-B 1-17 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 ... for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB3+5V IntA_P2_D+ IntA_P2_DGND IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P2_SSTXGND IntA_P2_SSRX+ IntA_P2_SSRXUSB3+5V CS-B PIN 1 CS-B USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. 8. Connect the USB module cable to any of ...
... (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. ASUS CS-B 1-17 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 ... for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB3+5V IntA_P2_D+ IntA_P2_DGND IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P2_SSTXGND IntA_P2_SSRX+ IntA_P2_SSRXUSB3+5V CS-B PIN 1 CS-B USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. 8. Connect the USB module cable to any of ...
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The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR CS-B CS-B Onboard LED ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off ASUS CS-B 1-19 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component.
The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR CS-B CS-B Onboard LED ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off ASUS CS-B 1-19 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component.
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Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for details. Please refer to the spec sheet for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1.9.3 Intel® SBA support Intel® SBA (Small ...; Intel® SBA requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. • Some models without the 5MB ME firmware do not support Intel® SBA. ASUS CS-B 1-21 Platform requirements: • Windows® 7 (32/64bit) / Windows® 8 (32/64bit) • Lynx Point PCH with Core™ Haswell CPU (Shark Bay platforms) with...
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for details. Please refer to the spec sheet for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1.9.3 Intel® SBA support Intel® SBA (Small ...; Intel® SBA requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. • Some models without the 5MB ME firmware do not support Intel® SBA. ASUS CS-B 1-21 Platform requirements: • Windows® 7 (32/64bit) / Windows® 8 (32/64bit) • Lynx Point PCH with Core™ Haswell CPU (Shark Bay platforms) with...
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... update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to restore the BIOS in case you can also manually update the saved BIOS...
... update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to restore the BIOS in case you can also manually update the saved BIOS...
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... BIOS file. • Before using FAT32/16 on a single partition. 2. The system requires you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in the support DVD may not be the latest version. The ... 2 utility automatically. 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Do not save them on the system. 2. ASUS CS-B 2-3 The utility automatically checks the devices for reference only. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to recover BIOS...
... BIOS file. • Before using FAT32/16 on a single partition. 2. The system requires you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in the support DVD may not be the latest version. The ... 2 utility automatically. 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Do not save them on the system. 2. ASUS CS-B 2-3 The utility automatically checks the devices for reference only. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to recover BIOS...
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... after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUS CS-B 2-5 3. Select Yes and press . Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to...
... after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUS CS-B 2-5 3. Select Yes and press . Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to...
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...the system. • The Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to configure the BIOS settings. ASUS CS-B 2-7 Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits...saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced Normal mode mode functions ASUS Optimal Selects the boot mode device priority Power saving mode Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority Loads optimized ...
...the system. • The Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to configure the BIOS settings. ASUS CS-B 2-7 Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits...saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced Normal mode mode functions ASUS Optimal Selects the boot mode device priority Power saving mode Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority Loads optimized ...
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.... A configurable field is not user-configurable. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is your favorite BIOS items. ASUS CS-B 2-9 Quick Note button This button allows you to enter notes of options. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow...
.... A configurable field is not user-configurable. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is your favorite BIOS items. ASUS CS-B 2-9 Quick Note button This button allows you to enter notes of options. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow...
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..., the Administrator Password item on top of the screen show Installed. User Password If you have set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. ASUS CS-B 2-11 Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. After you set a user password: 1. To set a password, this item...
..., the Administrator Password item on top of the screen show Installed. User Password If you have set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. ASUS CS-B 2-11 Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. After you set a user password: 1. To set a password, this item...
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...[Per Core] Allows you to set the minimum CPU Cache Ratio. 2.5.4 Max. Target CPU Graphics Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU Graphics speed. 2.5.1 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Auto] [Disabled] Default set to [Auto] for all CPU Core Ratio to Intel® CPU default settings automatically. [Sync All... settings. [100:133] The BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency is set to 100:133. [100:100] The BCLK frequency to 100:100. ASUS CS-B 2-13 Target Cache Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target Cache speed. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set to DRAM frequency is ...
...[Per Core] Allows you to set the minimum CPU Cache Ratio. 2.5.4 Max. Target CPU Graphics Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU Graphics speed. 2.5.1 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Auto] [Disabled] Default set to [Auto] for all CPU Core Ratio to Intel® CPU default settings automatically. [Sync All... settings. [100:133] The BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency is set to 100:133. [100:100] The BCLK frequency to 100:100. ASUS CS-B 2-13 Target Cache Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target Cache speed. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set to DRAM frequency is ...
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...: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [15 DRAM Clock] tWRRD_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [15 DRAM Clock] tWRWR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [7 DRAM Clock] ASUS CS-B 2-15
...: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [15 DRAM Clock] tWRRD_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [15 DRAM Clock] tWRWR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [7 DRAM Clock] ASUS CS-B 2-15