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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-23 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-23 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-23 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 Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-23 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-23 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-23 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 Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11...
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... This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to complete a task. Example:...less-than and greater-than sign means that you complete a task. Refer to emphasize a word or a phrase. Used to the ASUS contact information. 2. Example: means that may have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. DANGER/WARNING: ...
... This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to complete a task. Example:...less-than and greater-than sign means that you complete a task. Refer to emphasize a word or a phrase. Used to the ASUS contact information. 2. Example: means that may have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. DANGER/WARNING: ...
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...01V increment - F1A75-M LE specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features Special features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Realtek ALC887 3-jack 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - TurboV ASUS Power Design - Industry leading 4+2 Phase Power Design ASUS Exclusive Features - AI Suite II - AI Charger - ASUS MyLogo 2™...ports at the back panel) - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at the mid-board, 2 ports at the back panel) ASUS Unique Technology - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EPU - Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring user-friendly graphics interface...
...01V increment - F1A75-M LE specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features Special features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Realtek ALC887 3-jack 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - TurboV ASUS Power Design - Industry leading 4+2 Phase Power Design ASUS Exclusive Features - AI Suite II - AI Charger - ASUS MyLogo 2™...ports at the back panel) - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at the mid-board, 2 ports at the back panel) ASUS Unique Technology - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EPU - Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring user-friendly graphics interface...
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xi F1A75-M LE specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x DVI-D output port 1 x D-Sub output port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue) 3 x Audio jacks Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x USB... 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 32Mb 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 PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor:...
xi F1A75-M LE specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x DVI-D output port 1 x D-Sub output port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue) 3 x Audio jacks Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x USB... 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 32Mb 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 PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor:...
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... displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is ASUS fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone, and iPad. • Check your USB mobile device if... filtering, shading, and texture settings. USB 3.0 transfers data 10x faster and is for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. Additionally, get high quality images. ATI® CrossFireX™ Technology ATI's CrossFireX™...
... displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is ASUS fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone, and iPad. • Check your USB mobile device if... filtering, shading, and texture settings. USB 3.0 transfers data 10x faster and is for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. Additionally, get high quality images. ATI® CrossFireX™ Technology ATI's CrossFireX™...
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... -one simple to use functions, with no need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS F1A75-M LE 1-3 AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to their default...
... -one simple to use functions, with no need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS F1A75-M LE 1-3 AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to their default...
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.... Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. See Chapter 2 for later use . When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS F1A75-M LE 1-13 Secure the card to use . 4. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for information on shared slots, ensure...chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure to do not need to the card. 3. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you ...
.... Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. See Chapter 2 for later use . When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS F1A75-M LE 1-13 Secure the card to use . 4. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for information on shared slots, ensure...chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure to do not need to the card. 3. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you ...
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... Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card...Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. For system failure due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap...
... Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card...Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. For system failure due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap...
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Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for details. 5. ASUS F1A75-M LE 1-19 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6) These connectors are set ...to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to [AHCI]. 4. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are using Windows® XP SP3 ...or later version. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to [RAID]. If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, or JBOD configuration through the onboard controller...
Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for details. 5. ASUS F1A75-M LE 1-19 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6) These connectors are set ...to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to [AHCI]. 4. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are using Windows® XP SP3 ...or later version. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to [RAID]. If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, or JBOD configuration through the onboard controller...
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...panel audio I /O module cable to configure the setting. See section 2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS F1A75-M LE 1-21 Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to this connector. • We recommend that the audio ...• If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to [HD]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for details. • The front panel audio I/O module is Realtek ...
...panel audio I /O module cable to configure the setting. See section 2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS F1A75-M LE 1-21 Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to this connector. • We recommend that the audio ...• If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to [HD]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for details. • The front panel audio I/O module is Realtek ...
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...FTP site, select the BIOS version that you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB ... network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in the future. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. From the Windows® desktop, click Start >...
...FTP site, select the BIOS version that you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB ... network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in the future. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. From the Windows® desktop, click Start >...
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... the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to avail all its features. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to the USB port. 2. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.02 Flash Info MODEL: F1A75-M LE File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: ...03/2011 F1A75MLE.ROM File Info MODEL: F1A75-M LE Help Info VER: 0206 DATE: 01/18/11 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS F1A75-M LE Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Before you to enable it....
... the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to avail all its features. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to the USB port. 2. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.02 Flash Info MODEL: F1A75-M LE File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: ...03/2011 F1A75MLE.ROM File Info MODEL: F1A75-M LE Help Info VER: 0206 DATE: 01/18/11 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS F1A75-M LE Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Before you to enable it....
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...format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Turn on the system. 2. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you ...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 contains the BIOS file to recover BIOS setting. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Press the Up/Down...
...format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Turn on the system. 2. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you ...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 contains the BIOS file to recover BIOS setting. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Press the Up/Down...
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... screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Before updating BIOS 1. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F1A75-M LE Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Insert the USB flash...
... screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Before updating BIOS 1. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F1A75-M LE Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Insert the USB flash...
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... At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[filename] and press . When BIOS backup is done, press any key to continue. Press any key to return to save the file. 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: F1A75-M LE VER: 0302 DATE: 06/03/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER...: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric ...
... At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[filename] and press . When BIOS backup is done, press any key to continue. Press any key to return to save the file. 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: F1A75-M LE VER: 0302 DATE: 06/03/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER...: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric ...
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...BIOS file and press . Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS F1A75-M LE... Restart your computer. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater ...
...BIOS file and press . Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS F1A75-M LE... Restart your computer. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater ...
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... section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • The default BIOS settings for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. We recommend to always shut down the system properly from a running operating ...to your motherboard if you see on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your data or system. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power ...
... section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • The default BIOS settings for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. We recommend to always shut down the system properly from a running operating ...to your motherboard if you see on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your data or system. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power ...
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... mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the Setup Mode item in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. EZ Mode Tuesday [1/1/2008] F1A75-M LE BIOS Version : 0308 CPU Type : AMD Engineering ...properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. The default screen for details. Refer to the system. 2-8 ASUS F1A75-M LE BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed.
... mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the Setup Mode item in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. EZ Mode Tuesday [1/1/2008] F1A75-M LE BIOS Version : 0308 CPU Type : AMD Engineering ...properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. The default screen for details. Refer to the system. 2-8 ASUS F1A75-M LE BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed.
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... Atheros Rom HELP Tool →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode...
... Atheros Rom HELP Tool →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode...
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... bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. You cannot select an item that menu. To change the value of options. 2-10 ASUS F1A75-M LE Configuration fields These fields show the values for that item. Press or use the USB mouse to...
... bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. You cannot select an item that menu. To change the value of options. 2-10 ASUS F1A75-M LE Configuration fields These fields show the values for that item. Press or use the USB mouse to...