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... A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...
... A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...
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... manuals that your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it supports. If you are not sure about the voltage of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard...
... manuals that your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it supports. If you are not sure about the voltage of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard...
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... @24Hz / 2560 x 1600 @60Hz 3 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (1@x16 mode; 2@x4 mode) 3 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots Realtek ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR4 2400 MHz memory frequency is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS EX-B250-V7 motherboard 1 x I/O Shield 1 x CPU lock screw 1 x Memory lock 2 x SATA 6G cables 1 x Support CD User Guide If any of DDR4 2133MHz...
... @24Hz / 2560 x 1600 @60Hz 3 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (1@x16 mode; 2@x4 mode) 3 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots Realtek ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR4 2400 MHz memory frequency is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS EX-B250-V7 motherboard 1 x I/O Shield 1 x CPU lock screw 1 x Memory lock 2 x SATA 6G cables 1 x Support CD User Guide If any of DDR4 2133MHz...
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... ASUS SafeSlot Core - ASUS Q-Slot - World-class circuit-protecting power design - Proven compatibility with exceptional clarity and fidelity - Unique de-pop circuit reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs ASUS Q-Design - EX-B250-V7 specifications summary USB ASUS unique features Intel® B250 Express Chipset - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) ASUS USBGuard is available to USB ports in red at back panel Non-stop Gaming ASUS Audio features...
... ASUS SafeSlot Core - ASUS Q-Slot - World-class circuit-protecting power design - Proven compatibility with exceptional clarity and fidelity - Unique de-pop circuit reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs ASUS Q-Design - EX-B250-V7 specifications summary USB ASUS unique features Intel® B250 Express Chipset - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) ASUS USBGuard is available to USB ports in red at back panel Non-stop Gaming ASUS Audio features...
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...) 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x Clear RTC RAM (2 pin) 1 x System panel connector, including Speaker header 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x Speaker header 1 x Clear RTC RAM (2 pin) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Water pump header 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 I café super mode DMI 3.0, WOL by PME Drivers Windows® 10 (64-bit only...
...) 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x Clear RTC RAM (2 pin) 1 x System panel connector, including Speaker header 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x Speaker header 1 x Clear RTC RAM (2 pin) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Water pump header 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 I café super mode DMI 3.0, WOL by PME Drivers Windows® 10 (64-bit only...
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... the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Product introduction Motherboard overview 1 • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS EX-B250-V7 1-1 Failure to...
... the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Product introduction Motherboard overview 1 • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS EX-B250-V7 1-1 Failure to...
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... details. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) Connect a USB 3.0 module to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. Find the proper...
... details. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) Connect a USB 3.0 module to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. Find the proper...
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... chassis Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS EX-B250-V7 1-3 When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1112) Connect the USB module cable...
... chassis Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS EX-B250-V7 1-3 When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1112) Connect the USB module cable...
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...Express specifications. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. USB 2.0 ports (USBGuard support). Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility...
...Express specifications. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. USB 2.0 ports (USBGuard support). Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility...
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...8. ASUS EX-B250-V7 1-5 This port connects the side speaker in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Refer to the audio configuration table for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio sources. 7. This port connects the rear speakers in a 4.1 channel, 5.1 channel, or 7.1 channel audio configuration. 6. 3. Line Out port (lime). In the 4.1, 5.1 and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in an 8-channel audio configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel...
...8. ASUS EX-B250-V7 1-5 This port connects the side speaker in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Refer to the audio configuration table for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio sources. 7. This port connects the rear speakers in a 4.1 channel, 5.1 channel, or 7.1 channel audio configuration. 6. 3. Line Out port (lime). In the 4.1, 5.1 and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in an 8-channel audio configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel...
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... Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.35V is the standard way of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. For effective use a more details, refer to www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. Profile is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. ASUS EX-B250-V7 1-7 com/kb/929605/en-us. • Memory modules with...
... Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.35V is the standard way of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. For effective use a more details, refer to www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. Profile is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. ASUS EX-B250-V7 1-7 com/kb/929605/en-us. • Memory modules with...
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... Load Optimized Defaults item under the Advanced Mode. 2-1 ASUS EX-B250-V7 Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to the default value. We recommend you always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey F5. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to download...
... Load Optimized Defaults item under the Advanced Mode. 2-1 ASUS EX-B250-V7 Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to the default value. We recommend you always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey F5. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to download...
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... the Intel LAN controller. Wait for 'F1' If Error When this menu allows you to select the desired additional POST waiting time to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 3 screen. Press [Enter] to easily enter the BIOS setup. This item allows you to configure some quick settings for the F1 key to [Auto] and [Full Screen]. Chapter 2: BIOS Information 2-2 I -Cafe feature. ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. USB Keyboard and Mouse...
... the Intel LAN controller. Wait for 'F1' If Error When this menu allows you to select the desired additional POST waiting time to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 3 screen. Press [Enter] to easily enter the BIOS setup. This item allows you to configure some quick settings for the F1 key to [Auto] and [Full Screen]. Chapter 2: BIOS Information 2-2 I -Cafe feature. ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. USB Keyboard and Mouse...
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... User Password items on how to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you set the system date. See section Motherboard Overview for information on top of the screen show Installed. 2-3 ASUS EX-B250-V7 After you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS...
... User Password items on how to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you set the system date. See section Motherboard Overview for information on top of the screen show Installed. 2-3 ASUS EX-B250-V7 After you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS...
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... to configure the onboard devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of SATA devices. PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to the corresponding SATA port. CPU Configuration The items in this menu show Empty if no SATA device is installed to malfunction. The SATA Port items show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Onboard Devices Configuration The...
... to configure the onboard devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of SATA devices. PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to the corresponding SATA port. CPU Configuration The items in this menu show Empty if no SATA device is installed to malfunction. The SATA Port items show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Onboard Devices Configuration The...
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HDD/SDD SMART Information Tihs menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected speed. 2-5 ASUS EX-B250-V7 If the fan is not connected to display the detected temperatures. Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to configure the advanced power management settings. APM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. CPU Fan/ Chassis/ W_PUMP+ Fan Speed The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects...
HDD/SDD SMART Information Tihs menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected speed. 2-5 ASUS EX-B250-V7 If the fan is not connected to display the detected temperatures. Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to configure the advanced power management settings. APM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. CPU Fan/ Chassis/ W_PUMP+ Fan Speed The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects...
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... Windows® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to configure the boot settings. Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. Boot Configuration This item allows you to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Q-Fan features. Q-Fan Configuration The subitems in this item. CPU Core Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor...
... Windows® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to configure the boot settings. Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. Boot Configuration This item allows you to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Q-Fan features. Q-Fan Configuration The subitems in this item. CPU Core Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor...
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... devices installed in the system. • To access Windows® OS in the system. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. 2-7 ASUS EX-B250-V7 Click an item to start booting from the available devices. Boot Override These items display the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported...
... devices installed in the system. • To access Windows® OS in the system. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. 2-7 ASUS EX-B250-V7 Click an item to start booting from the available devices. Boot Override These items display the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported...
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... a residential installation. A-1 ASUS EX-B250-V7 However, there is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is required to correct the interference by the party responsible for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is encouraged...
... a residential installation. A-1 ASUS EX-B250-V7 However, there is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is required to correct the interference by the party responsible for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is encouraged...
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... for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); A-3 ASUS EX-B250-V7 This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in writing, software distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or...
... for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); A-3 ASUS EX-B250-V7 This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in writing, software distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or...