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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii E35M1-I specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents ... connectors 1-10 1.8 Software support 1-14 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-14 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-14 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 iii
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii E35M1-I specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents ... connectors 1-10 1.8 Software support 1-14 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-14 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-14 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 iii
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...following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key. Example: ++ viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Optional ...information and for product and software updates. 1. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided.
...following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key. Example: ++ viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Optional ...information and for product and software updates. 1. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided.
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...or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. E35M1-I specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS special features Rear panel ports Internal connectors AMD® Dual-core processor E-350 with ... an 8-channel audio output. 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ASUS AI Suite II ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port 1 x DVI port 1 ...
...or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. E35M1-I specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS special features Rear panel ports Internal connectors AMD® Dual-core processor E-350 with ... an 8-channel audio output. 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ASUS AI Suite II ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port 1 x DVI port 1 ...
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E35M1-I specifications summary BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 32 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini ITX form factor: 6.7 in x 6.7 in (17.0 cm x 17.0 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
E35M1-I specifications summary BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 32 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini ITX form factor: 6.7 in x 6.7 in (17.0 cm x 17.0 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...processor E-350 with RadeonTM HD 6310 graphics ICS 9LRPS482 DVI CHA_FAN AMD® FCH A50 (Hudson M1) USB34 LAN1_USB12 RTL 8111E 32Mb BIOS USB1112 USB78 USB910 CLRTC CHASSIS AUDIO SB_PWR AAFP SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 VIA VT1708S PCIEX16 2 5 F_PANEL 11 10 9 8... CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin 1-11 7. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 1-1 5. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-12 USB1112) 1-2 ASUS E35M1-I /O AMD® Dual-core processor E-350 with AMD® 1-3 9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 1-13 3.
...processor E-350 with RadeonTM HD 6310 graphics ICS 9LRPS482 DVI CHA_FAN AMD® FCH A50 (Hudson M1) USB34 LAN1_USB12 RTL 8111E 32Mb BIOS USB1112 USB78 USB910 CLRTC CHASSIS AUDIO SB_PWR AAFP SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 VIA VT1708S PCIEX16 2 5 F_PANEL 11 10 9 8... CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin 1-11 7. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 1-1 5. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-12 USB1112) 1-2 ASUS E35M1-I /O AMD® Dual-core processor E-350 with AMD® 1-3 9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 1-13 3.
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... Express 2.0 x16 slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support...the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to install expansion cards. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Secure...
... Express 2.0 x16 slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support...the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to install expansion cards. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Secure...
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..., time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC E35M1-I 12 23 Normal (Default) E35M1-I Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. If the steps above do not help, remove the... clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. 1-8 ASUS E35M1-I Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1.
..., time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC E35M1-I 12 23 Normal (Default) E35M1-I Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. If the steps above do not help, remove the... clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. 1-8 ASUS E35M1-I Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1.
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... connectors on the fan connectors! By default, this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. CPU_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation E35M1-I fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to [HD]. The CPU_FAN connector supports a ...Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set to the fan connectors. These are not jumpers! E35M1-I Front panel audio connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. CPU...
... connectors on the fan connectors! By default, this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. CPU_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation E35M1-I fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to [HD]. The CPU_FAN connector supports a ...Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set to the fan connectors. These are not jumpers! E35M1-I Front panel audio connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. CPU...
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SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 E35M1-I USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb... ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) These connectors connect to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB module cable is purchased separately. 1-12 ASUS E35M1-I SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for details. 5. Connect the USB module cable to [IDE Mode] by default. See...
SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 E35M1-I USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb... ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) These connectors connect to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB module cable is purchased separately. 1-12 ASUS E35M1-I SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for details. 5. Connect the USB module cable to [IDE Mode] by default. See...
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...; This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to avoid network traffic, then click ... menu. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. c. Quit all Windows®...
...; This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to avoid network traffic, then click ... menu. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. c. Quit all Windows®...
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... [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS E35M1-I Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest...
... [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS E35M1-I Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest...
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... 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to perform the BIOS update process. You can cause system boot failure! Press to switch ...to the USB port. 3. 3. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Insert the support DVD to ...
... 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to perform the BIOS update process. You can cause system boot failure! Press to switch ...to the USB port. 3. 3. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Insert the support DVD to ...
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... Enter Setup ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to the USB port. 2. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the support...menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS E35M1-I Boot your computer. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults 3. Do not save them on the USB flash drive. The succeeding...
... Enter Setup ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to the USB port. 2. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the support...menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS E35M1-I Boot your computer. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults 3. Do not save them on the USB flash drive. The succeeding...
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... up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: E35M1-I VER: 0203 ...DATE: 03/02/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done, press any key to continue. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[...
... up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: E35M1-I VER: 0203 ...DATE: 03/02/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done, press any key to continue. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[...
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The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Restart your computer. Select Yes and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Are you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS E35M1-I VER: 0203 DATE: 03/02/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: E35M1I.ROM 4194304 2011-02-03... 17:30:48 Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. When BIOS update is done...
The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Restart your computer. Select Yes and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Are you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS E35M1-I VER: 0203 DATE: 03/02/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: E35M1I.ROM 4194304 2011-02-03... 17:30:48 Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. When BIOS update is done...
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... to guide you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to enter...
... to guide you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to enter...
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... devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. 2-8 ASUS E35M1-I BIOS Version : 0203 CPU Type : AMD E-350 Processor Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date : 03/02/2011 Speed... Silent mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] E35M1-I To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. You can be used under...
... devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. 2-8 ASUS E35M1-I BIOS Version : 0203 CPU Type : AMD E-350 Processor Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date : 03/02/2011 Speed... Silent mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] E35M1-I To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. You can be used under...
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... for experienced end-users to the previous menu screen. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. For example, selecting Main ... have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that ...
... for experienced end-users to the previous menu screen. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. For example, selecting Main ... have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that ...
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... [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot Tool Choose the system default language 2-10 ASUS E35M1-I Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Configuration fields These fields show the values for that item. You cannot select... to display a list of the menu screen are items that is not user-configurable. General help At the top right corner of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you enter the Advanced Mode of the menu...
... [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot Tool Choose the system default language 2-10 ASUS E35M1-I Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Configuration fields These fields show the values for that item. You cannot select... to display a list of the menu screen are items that is not user-configurable. General help At the top right corner of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you enter the Advanced Mode of the menu...
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...press . 3. To change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. The User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on how to...set a password, this item shows Installed. After you set a user password, you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Confirm the password when prompted. After you set an administrator password: 1....
...press . 3. To change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. The User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on how to...set a password, this item shows Installed. After you set a user password, you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Confirm the password when prompted. After you set an administrator password: 1....