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... Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU fan (for E35M1-M PRO only 1-7 1.6.2 Uninstalling the CPU fan (for E35M1-M PRO only)......... 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-8 1.7.1 Overview 1-8 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-9 1.8 Expansion slots 1-12...
... Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU fan (for E35M1-M PRO only 1-7 1.6.2 Uninstalling the CPU fan (for E35M1-M PRO only)......... 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-8 1.7.1 Overview 1-8 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-9 1.8 Expansion slots 1-12...
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...waste. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC Rules. DO NOT throw the motherboard in accordance with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio communications... must accept any interference received including interference that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Canadian Department of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that interference will not occur in...
...waste. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC Rules. DO NOT throw the motherboard in accordance with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio communications... must accept any interference received including interference that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Canadian Department of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that interference will not occur in...
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... damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you encounter technical problems with the package. •...; Before using an adapter or extension cord. 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 connectors...
... damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you encounter technical problems with the package. •...; Before using an adapter or extension cord. 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 connectors...
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... it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS E35M1-M Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Fan ( for buying an ASUS® E35M1-M Series motherboard! It supports PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics cards and DirectX® 11 providing great...
... it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS E35M1-M Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Fan ( for buying an ASUS® E35M1-M Series motherboard! It supports PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics cards and DirectX® 11 providing great...
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...the back I /O. PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for advanced operating systems. 1-2 ASUS E35M1-M Series It is a highly integrated Gb LAN ... double the bandwidth of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0Gb/s ports with USB 2.0 components. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology which enhances system performance. Built to ...
...the back I /O. PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for advanced operating systems. 1-2 ASUS E35M1-M Series It is a highly integrated Gb LAN ... double the bandwidth of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0Gb/s ports with USB 2.0 components. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology which enhances system performance. Built to ...
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... and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. You can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by different climate conditions in different scenarios. All in one simple to use functions, with no...
... and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. You can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by different climate conditions in different scenarios. All in one simple to use functions, with no...
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... you to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-4 ASUS E35M1-M Series ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • ...an OS-based utility. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any component, place it on your screen. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling ...
... you to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-4 ASUS E35M1-M Series ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • ...an OS-based utility. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any component, place it on your screen. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling ...
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... E35M1-M PRO only. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis E35M1-M PRO Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-5 Ensure that you place it . ASUS E35M1-M Series motherboards include E35M1-M and E35M1-M... external ports goes to the chassis. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with models. Doing so can cause you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you unplug the power cord...
... E35M1-M PRO only. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis E35M1-M PRO Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-5 Ensure that you place it . ASUS E35M1-M Series motherboards include E35M1-M and E35M1-M... external ports goes to the chassis. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with models. Doing so can cause you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you unplug the power cord...
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.... Turbo Key II switch 7. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) Page 1-21 10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-18 1-6 ASUS E35M1-M Series 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 2 18.3cm(7.2in) 4 5 KB_USB56 SPDIFO _HDMI ATX12V CPU_FAN 02LED2 6 TURBO_KEY_II DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 ...AUDIO ICS 9LRPS483 CHA_FAN PCIEX16 7 SATA6G_5 RTL 8111E ALC 887 AAFP CLRTC PCIEX1_1 VIA VT6308P Asmedia ASM1083 Super I/O PCI1 E35M1-M PRO Lithium Cell CMOS Power SB_PWR PCI2 SPDIF_OUT IE1394_1 LPT USB1314 USB1112 USB910 USB78 32Mb BIOS COM1 PANEL 8 9...
.... Turbo Key II switch 7. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) Page 1-21 10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-18 1-6 ASUS E35M1-M Series 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 2 18.3cm(7.2in) 4 5 KB_USB56 SPDIFO _HDMI ATX12V CPU_FAN 02LED2 6 TURBO_KEY_II DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 ...AUDIO ICS 9LRPS483 CHA_FAN PCIEX16 7 SATA6G_5 RTL 8111E ALC 887 AAFP CLRTC PCIEX1_1 VIA VT6308P Asmedia ASM1083 Super I/O PCI1 E35M1-M PRO Lithium Cell CMOS Power SB_PWR PCI2 SPDIF_OUT IE1394_1 LPT USB1314 USB1112 USB910 USB78 32Mb BIOS COM1 PANEL 8 9...
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the four screws. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND E35M1-M PRO E35M1-M PRO CPU fan connector • Do not forget to plug this connector. • Ensure that the CPU fan is installed properly when overclocking. ...connect the CPU fan connector! Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on top of the CPU heatsink. 2. Place the CPU fan on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Secure the fan on the heatsink with an onboard Dual-Core AMD® Zacate™ 18W processor and a specially designed CPU heatsink...
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the four screws. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND E35M1-M PRO E35M1-M PRO CPU fan connector • Do not forget to plug this connector. • Ensure that the CPU fan is installed properly when overclocking. ...connect the CPU fan connector! Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on top of the CPU heatsink. 2. Place the CPU fan on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Secure the fan on the heatsink with an onboard Dual-Core AMD® Zacate™ 18W processor and a specially designed CPU heatsink...
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... of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 Channel Channel A Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 E35M1-M PRO E35M1-M PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-8 ASUS E35M1-M Series A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on the motherboard. 2. Remove the CPU fan from the CPU heatsink. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview...
... of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 Channel Channel A Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 E35M1-M PRO E35M1-M PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-8 ASUS E35M1-M Series A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on the motherboard. 2. Remove the CPU fan from the CPU heatsink. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview...
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...to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Use...- 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 ...if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - E35M1-M Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
...to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Use...- 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 ...if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - E35M1-M Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
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... • 8-8-8-24 1.5V • - - • - - • - - • 9 - • - - • 9 - • - - • 9-9-9-24 1.5V • The memory modules with 1333MHz capability run at 1066MHz on this motherboard. 1-10 ASUS E35M1-M Series Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. F3-10666CL9T-3GBNQ 3GB(3x1GB) SS - DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
... • 8-8-8-24 1.5V • - - • - - • - - • 9 - • - - • 9 - • - - • 9-9-9-24 1.5V • The memory modules with 1333MHz capability run at 1066MHz on this motherboard. 1-10 ASUS E35M1-M Series Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. F3-10666CL9T-3GBNQ 3GB(3x1GB) SS - DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
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...Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. 1-12 ASUS E35M1-M Series Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the... two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots This motherboard has two PCI slots that supports cards such as a LAN...
...Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. 1-12 ASUS E35M1-M Series Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the... two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots This motherboard has two PCI slots that supports cards such as a LAN...
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... HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition E35M1-M PRO Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector to the motherboard. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 If you connect a chassis fan ... CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND E35M1-M PRO CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation E35M1-M PRO fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to [HD]. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you want to connect a high-definition front...
... HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition E35M1-M PRO Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector to the motherboard. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 If you connect a chassis fan ... CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND E35M1-M PRO CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation E35M1-M PRO fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to [HD]. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you want to connect a high-definition front...
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... 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112, USB1314) This connector is purchased separately. 1-20 ASUS E35M1-M Series IE1394_1 TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V E35M1-M PRO PIN 1 E35M1-M PRO IEEE 1394a Connector 9. USB1314 USB1112 USB910 USB78 USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+... PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 E35M1-M PRO USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB module cable is for an IEEE1394a port. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the...
... 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112, USB1314) This connector is purchased separately. 1-20 ASUS E35M1-M Series IE1394_1 TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V E35M1-M PRO PIN 1 E35M1-M PRO IEEE 1394a Connector 9. USB1314 USB1112 USB910 USB78 USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+... PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 E35M1-M PRO USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB module cable is for an IEEE1394a port. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the...
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...indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. SB_PWR E35M1-M PRO ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off E35M1-M PRO Onboard LED 2. Turbo Key II LED The Turbo Key II LED lights when the Turbo Key II switch is ON..., in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to Enable. 1.12 Onboard...
...indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. SB_PWR E35M1-M PRO ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off E35M1-M PRO Onboard LED 2. Turbo Key II LED The Turbo Key II LED lights when the Turbo Key II switch is ON..., in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to Enable. 1.12 Onboard...
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... screen is for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is enabled in your computer, browse the contents of your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. 1.13... The contents of the Support DVD are subject to maximize the features of the Support DVD to avail all motherboard features. To run the DVD. 1-24 ASUS E35M1-M Series Refer to your computer. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your...
... screen is for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is enabled in your computer, browse the contents of your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. 1.13... The contents of the Support DVD are subject to maximize the features of the Support DVD to avail all motherboard features. To run the DVD. 1-24 ASUS E35M1-M Series Refer to your computer. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your...
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... using this utility. Follow the onscreen instructions 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 future. c. Place the support DVD in ...appears. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to download then click Next. b. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ...
... using this utility. Follow the onscreen instructions 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 future. c. Place the support DVD in ...appears. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to download then click Next. b. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ...