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... information vii About this guide viii E45M1-M PRO specifications summary ix 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 1-2 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 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU fan 1-7 1.6.2 Uninstalling the CPU fan 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-8 1.7.1 Overview 1-8 1.7.2 Memory configurations...
... information vii About this guide viii E45M1-M PRO specifications summary ix 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 1-2 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 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU fan 1-7 1.6.2 Uninstalling the CPU fan 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-8 1.7.1 Overview 1-8 1.7.2 Memory configurations...
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...1-22 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-22 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 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System... Memory Frequency [Auto 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled 2-14 2.4.4 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Offset Mode Sign 2-14 2.4.7 VDDNB Offset Mode Sign 2-15 2.4.8 DRAM Voltage [Auto 2-15 2.4.9 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto 2-15 ...
...1-22 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-22 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 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System... Memory Frequency [Auto 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled 2-14 2.4.4 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Offset Mode Sign 2-14 2.4.7 VDDNB Offset Mode Sign 2-15 2.4.8 DRAM Voltage [Auto 2-15 2.4.9 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto 2-15 ...
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E45M1-M PRO specifications summary ASUS special features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS EPU ASUS Turbo Key II ASUS AI Suite II ASUS Turbo V ASUS Turbo Key Ai Charger+ ASUS Low EMI ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring graphics user interface ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS... SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Fan 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.2 in (...
E45M1-M PRO specifications summary ASUS special features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS EPU ASUS Turbo Key II ASUS AI Suite II ASUS Turbo V ASUS Turbo Key Ai Charger+ ASUS Low EMI ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring graphics user interface ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS... SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Fan 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.2 in (...
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... enable accelerated performance and an industry-leading visual experience. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS E45M1-M PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Fan ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an...
... enable accelerated performance and an industry-leading visual experience. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS E45M1-M PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x CPU Fan ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an...
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... Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to different ambient temperatures caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). It ...special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC's loading. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you can not only easily charge iPod, iPhone and iPad, but also ...
... Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to different ambient temperatures caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). It ...special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC's loading. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you can not only easily charge iPod, iPhone and iPad, but also ...
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...static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to overclocking failure. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to energy consumptions. ErP ready The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet ..., place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in regards to their default settings. eliminates the need to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-4 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Failure to do so may cause severe damage to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data...
...static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to overclocking failure. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to energy consumptions. ErP ready The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet ..., place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in regards to their default settings. eliminates the need to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-4 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Failure to do so may cause severe damage to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data...
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...Core E-450 APU 4. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1-14 9. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-16 1-6 ASUS E45M1-M PRO CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) 3. DDR3 DIMM sockets 5. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) Page 1-19 1-15 ... 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 E45M1-M PRO Lithium Cell CMOS Power SB_PWR PCI2 SPDIF_OUT IE1394_1 LPT USB1314 USB1112 USB910 USB78 32Mb BIOS COM1 PANEL 8 9 10 16 15...
...Core E-450 APU 4. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1-14 9. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-16 1-6 ASUS E45M1-M PRO CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) 3. DDR3 DIMM sockets 5. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) Page 1-19 1-15 ... 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 E45M1-M PRO Lithium Cell CMOS Power SB_PWR PCI2 SPDIF_OUT IE1394_1 LPT USB1314 USB1112 USB910 USB78 32Mb BIOS COM1 PANEL 8 9 10 16 15...
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...AMD® Dual-Core Processor E-450 with AMD® RadeonTM HD 6320 Discrete-Class graphics E45M1-M PRO E45M1-M PRO Integrated AMD® Dual-Core Processor E-450 1.6.1 Installing the CPU fan To install the CPU fan: 1. Integrated AMD® Dual-Core Processor E-450 with AMD® Radeon™...; HD 6320 Discrete-Class graphics and a specially designed CPU heatsink. Place the CPU fan on the heatsink with the four screws. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND E45M1-M PRO E45M1-M PRO CPU fan connector • Do not forget to plug this connector. •...
...AMD® Dual-Core Processor E-450 with AMD® RadeonTM HD 6320 Discrete-Class graphics E45M1-M PRO E45M1-M PRO Integrated AMD® Dual-Core Processor E-450 1.6.1 Installing the CPU fan To install the CPU fan: 1. Integrated AMD® Dual-Core Processor E-450 with AMD® Radeon™...; HD 6320 Discrete-Class graphics and a specially designed CPU heatsink. Place the CPU fan on the heatsink with the four screws. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND E45M1-M PRO E45M1-M PRO CPU fan connector • Do not forget to plug this connector. •...
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... the CPU fan: 1. Remove the four screws from the CPU fan. 3. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 Channel Channel A Sockets DIMM_A1 E45M1-M PRO E45M1-M PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets DIMM_A2 1-8 ASUS E45M1-M PRO
... the CPU fan: 1. Remove the four screws from the CPU fan. 3. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 Channel Channel A Sockets DIMM_A1 E45M1-M PRO E45M1-M PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets DIMM_A2 1-8 ASUS E45M1-M PRO
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..., and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 E45M1-M PRO Normal (Default) Clear RTC E45M1-M PRO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-11 Turn OFF the computer and unplug...
..., and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 E45M1-M PRO Normal (Default) Clear RTC E45M1-M PRO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-11 Turn OFF the computer and unplug...
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... the motherboard components. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to [HD]. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND E45M1-M PRO CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation E45M1-M PRO fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC...
... the motherboard components. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to [HD]. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND E45M1-M PRO CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation E45M1-M PRO fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC...
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..., overclock in the BIOS menu follow the current setting of the Turbo Key II switch. • If you to auto-tune your CPU to enhance the system performance. E45M1-M PRO E45M1-M PRO Turbo Key II switch • The O2LED2 LED near the Turbo Key II switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable...; You may use the last setting you to enhance system performance. This is powered off. 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you have made. 1-20 ASUS E45M1-M PRO
..., overclock in the BIOS menu follow the current setting of the Turbo Key II switch. • If you to auto-tune your CPU to enhance the system performance. E45M1-M PRO E45M1-M PRO Turbo Key II switch • The O2LED2 LED near the Turbo Key II switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable...; You may use the last setting you to enhance system performance. This is powered off. 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you have made. 1-20 ASUS E45M1-M PRO
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...65533;�e�c�t�i�o�n� 2.7 Boot menu for details. EZ Mode Friday [11/19/2010] E45M1-M PRO BIOS Version : 0202 Build Date : 07/13/2011 CPU Type : AMD E-450 APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics Speed : 1650 MHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3... CPU +113.0ºF/+45.0ºC CPU 1.248V 5V 5.160V CPU_FAN 3325RPM CHA_FAN N/A MB +75.2ºF/+40.0ºC 3.3V 3.344V 12V 12.248V Q-Fan Control Quiet Performance Boot Priority Energy Saving Normal Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to the system. 2-8 ASUS E45M1-M PRO ...
...65533;�e�c�t�i�o�n� 2.7 Boot menu for details. EZ Mode Friday [11/19/2010] E45M1-M PRO BIOS Version : 0202 Build Date : 07/13/2011 CPU Type : AMD E-450 APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics Speed : 1650 MHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3... CPU +113.0ºF/+45.0ºC CPU 1.248V 5V 5.160V CPU_FAN 3325RPM CHA_FAN N/A MB +75.2ºF/+40.0ºC 3.3V 3.344V 12V 12.248V Q-Fan Control Quiet Performance Boot Priority Energy Saving Normal Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to the system. 2-8 ASUS E45M1-M PRO ...
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... from the options. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0202 x64 07/13/2011 CPU Information AMD E-450 APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics Speed 1650 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB (DDR3) 1333 MHz System Language English...
... from the options. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0202 x64 07/13/2011 CPU Information AMD E-450 APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics Speed 1650 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB (DDR3) 1333 MHz System Language English...
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...+ VDDNB Voltage 0.900V Auto DRAM Voltage 1.500V Auto SB 1.1V Voltage 1.100V Auto APU 1.8V Voltage 1.800V Auto Select the target CPU frequency, and the relevant parameters will be auto-adjusted. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt..., Inc. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Target CPU Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current CPU speed. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. EFI...
...+ VDDNB Voltage 0.900V Auto DRAM Voltage 1.500V Auto SB 1.1V Voltage 1.100V Auto APU 1.8V Voltage 1.800V Auto Select the target CPU frequency, and the relevant parameters will be auto-adjusted. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt..., Inc. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Target CPU Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current CPU speed. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. EFI...
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... Changing the values in this happens, revert to the default setting. 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. To offset the voltage by a positive value. APU Frequency [XXX] This item appears ... in this happens, revert to the default settings. 2.4.6 [+] [-] CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a negative value. 2-14 ASUS E45M1-M PRO 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to set power saving mode. Select any of CPU and DRAM for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set...
... Changing the values in this happens, revert to the default setting. 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. To offset the voltage by a positive value. APU Frequency [XXX] This item appears ... in this happens, revert to the default settings. 2.4.6 [+] [-] CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a negative value. 2-14 ASUS E45M1-M PRO 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to set power saving mode. Select any of CPU and DRAM for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set...
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...Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.35V to 2.30V with a 0.01V interval. • The values of the CPU Voltage, VDDNB Voltage, DRAM Voltage, SB 1.1V Voltage, APU 1.8V Voltage, and APU 1.05V Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating the...1.3V with a 0.00625V interval. The values range from 1.0500V to 1.2500V with a 0.01V interval. The values range from 1.1V to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Use the and keys to adjust the value. 2.4.9 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VDDNB Offset voltage...
...Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.35V to 2.30V with a 0.01V interval. • The values of the CPU Voltage, VDDNB Voltage, DRAM Voltage, SB 1.1V Voltage, APU 1.8V Voltage, and APU 1.05V Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating the...1.3V with a 0.00625V interval. The values range from 1.0500V to 1.2500V with a 0.01V interval. The values range from 1.1V to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Use the and keys to adjust the value. 2.4.9 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VDDNB Offset voltage...
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... settings for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. EFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-16 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SVM Mode [Enabled] Enables or disables CPU virtualization. 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you installed. Be cautious...
... settings for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. EFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-16 ASUS E45M1-M PRO Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SVM Mode [Enabled] Enables or disables CPU virtualization. 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you installed. Be cautious...
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...settings. EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature �[x�x�x��º�C�/x�x�x��º�F�] The onboard ...hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. If the fan is not connected to display the following items: 5V Voltage +5.100 V 12V ...
...settings. EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature �[x�x�x��º�C�/x�x�x��º�F�] The onboard ...hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. If the fan is not connected to display the following items: 5V Voltage +5.100 V 12V ...
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.... Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the and keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2-22 ASUS E45M1-M PRO 2.6.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. The values range from 20ºC to assign detailed...
.... Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the and keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2-22 ASUS E45M1-M PRO 2.6.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. The values range from 20ºC to assign detailed...