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E35M1-I Motherboard
E35M1-I Motherboard
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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 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 Overview 1-3 1.4.2 Memory ...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 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 Overview 1-3 1.4.2 Memory ...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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...local power company. • If the power supply is set to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the existing ... with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Do not place the product in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. Contact a qualified service...
...local power company. • If the power supply is set to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the existing ... with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Do not place the product in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. Contact a qualified service...
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...you MUST follow to complete a task. About this manual. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying... sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Example: means that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. Where to...
...you MUST follow to complete a task. About this manual. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying... sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Example: means that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. Where to...
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... power supply. Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you for the list of the onboard LED. Refer to page x for buying an ASUS® E35M1-I Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap...
... power supply. Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you for the list of the onboard LED. Refer to page x for buying an ASUS® E35M1-I Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap...
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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. 1.2 1.2.1 Motherboard overview Motherboard layout Ensure that you install the motherboard into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. 12 3 4 17cm(6.7in) KB_USB56 EPU ATX12V Lithium Cell CMOS Power VGA...
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. 1.2 1.2.1 Motherboard overview Motherboard layout Ensure that you install the motherboard into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. 12 3 4 17cm(6.7in) KB_USB56 EPU ATX12V Lithium Cell CMOS Power VGA...
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... Discrete-Class graphics and a specially designed CPU heatsink. AMD® Dual-core processor E-350 with AMD® Radeon™ HD 6310 graphics E35M1-I 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an onboard AMD® Dual-core processor E-350 with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2...
... Discrete-Class graphics and a specially designed CPU heatsink. AMD® Dual-core processor E-350 with AMD® Radeon™ HD 6310 graphics E35M1-I 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an onboard AMD® Dual-core processor E-350 with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2...
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...DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • We recommend that you do any of the following: - DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 1-4 ASUS E35M1-I Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4...modules from a memory module. Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent ...
...DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • We recommend that you do any of the following: - DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 1-4 ASUS E35M1-I Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4...modules from a memory module. Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent ...
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...to use . 4. Remove the bracket opposite the 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. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to install ... card. 2. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that they support. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage...
...to use . 4. Remove the bracket opposite the 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. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to install ... card. 2. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that they support. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage...
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... NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PORT2 L SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L HD-audio-compliant pin definition E35M1-I /O module cable to [HD]. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. If you connect a high-definition ..., set to [AC97]. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. E35M1-I fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors...
... NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PORT2 L SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L HD-audio-compliant pin definition E35M1-I /O module cable to [HD]. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. If you connect a high-definition ..., set to [AC97]. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. E35M1-I fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors...
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See section 2.5.2 SATA Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard! These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors. • When using hot-plug ... 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for details. 5. The USB module cable is purchased separately. 1-12 ASUS E35M1-I GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND 4. Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors ...
See section 2.5.2 SATA Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard! These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors. • When using hot-plug ... 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for details. 5. The USB module cable is purchased separately. 1-12 ASUS E35M1-I GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND 4. Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors ...
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... at any time without notice. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to run the DVD. 1-14 ASUS E35M1-I Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to the optical drive. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of ... for better compatibility and system stability. 1.8.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. Refer to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the...
... at any time without notice. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to run the DVD. 1-14 ASUS E35M1-I Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to the optical drive. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of ... for better compatibility and system stability. 1.8.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. Refer to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the...
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...FTP site, select the BIOS version that 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 the support DVD that allows you wish to...ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the future. Chapter 2: ...
...FTP site, select the BIOS version that 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 the support DVD that allows you wish to...ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the future. Chapter 2: ...
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... setting. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Turn on the system. 2. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains... while updating the BIOS! 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 you to enter BIOS Setup to restore the BIOS file when it fails or...
... setting. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Turn on the system. 2. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains... while updating the BIOS! 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 you to enter BIOS Setup to restore the BIOS file when it fails or...
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...and BIOS Updater to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS E35M1-I This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Do not ...off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the...
...and BIOS Updater to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS E35M1-I This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Do not ...off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the...
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... Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. We recommend to always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power... its parameters. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines.
... Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. We recommend to always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power... its parameters. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines.
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...the 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...Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. The default screen for details. Refer to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes ...
...the 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...Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. The default screen for details. Refer to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes ...
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... Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to create/confirm the password. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit 2-12 Version 2.00.1201. Select the User Password item and press . 2. From... Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. EFI BIOS Utility - Select the User Password item and press . 2. Confirm the password when prompted. ASUS E35M1-I
... Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to create/confirm the password. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit 2-12 Version 2.00.1201. Select the User Password item and press . 2. From... Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. EFI BIOS Utility - Select the User Password item and press . 2. Confirm the password when prompted. ASUS E35M1-I
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...the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 The following four items appear only when you do not wish to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. When the CPU ... 20ºC to 100%. 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. If the fan is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.6.4 [Disabled] [Enabled] Chassis Q-Fan ...
...the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 The following four items appear only when you do not wish to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. When the CPU ... 20ºC to 100%. 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. If the fan is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.6.4 [Disabled] [Enabled] Chassis Q-Fan ...
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..., TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : E35M1-I Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional...(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : E35M1-I conform with part 15 of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: Address, City: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC.
..., TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : E35M1-I Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional...(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : E35M1-I conform with part 15 of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: Address, City: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC.