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... Onboard LEDs 1-27 1.13 Software support 1-29 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-29 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...
... Onboard LEDs 1-27 1.13 Software support 1-29 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-29 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...
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...manual. Example: ++ viii Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. CAUTION: Information ...to prevent damage to the components when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide contains the information you must press the enclosed...
...manual. Example: ++ viii Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. CAUTION: Information ...to prevent damage to the components when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide contains the information you must press the enclosed...
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..., at the back panel) ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors II - F1A75-M PRO specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features Special features Back Panel I/O ports ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - MemOK! - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS MyLogo 2™ - ASUS AI Suite II - AI Charger+ - Auto Tuning, TurboV, EPU and TPU switch ASUS Digital Power Design - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 -
..., at the back panel) ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors II - F1A75-M PRO specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features Special features Back Panel I/O ports ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - MemOK! - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS MyLogo 2™ - ASUS AI Suite II - AI Charger+ - Auto Tuning, TurboV, EPU and TPU switch ASUS Digital Power Design - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 -
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... at 0.00625V increment - Auto Tuning Precision Tweaker 2 - vFCH: 41-step chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - F1A75-M PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0 ports 6 x SATA...
... at 0.00625V increment - Auto Tuning Precision Tweaker 2 - vFCH: 41-step chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - F1A75-M PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0 ports 6 x SATA...
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... easily adjust power phase management voltages and frequency modulation via diverse settings through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. MemOK! ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-3 TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to ...extreme yet stable overclocking results with DIGI+ VRM launch power delivery into the world's first real time PC power saving engine through BIOS tunings and the exclusive user interface. This easy OC tool allows you to achieve a total system level up and running in ...
... easily adjust power phase management voltages and frequency modulation via diverse settings through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. MemOK! ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-3 TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to ...extreme yet stable overclocking results with DIGI+ VRM launch power delivery into the world's first real time PC power saving engine through BIOS tunings and the exclusive user interface. This easy OC tool allows you to achieve a total system level up and running in ...
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.... AI Suite II With its easy and user-friendly interface, you can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as before. * Ai Charger is ASUS unique fast-charging software which supports iPod, iPhone and iPad. ** Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if...with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable more intricate system settings. It natively supports ...
.... AI Suite II With its easy and user-friendly interface, you can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as before. * Ai Charger is ASUS unique fast-charging software which supports iPod, iPhone and iPad. ** Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if...with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable more intricate system settings. It natively supports ...
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... against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-5 The built-in regards to energy consumptions. All of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a user-friendly utility that...
... against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-5 The built-in regards to energy consumptions. All of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a user-friendly utility that...
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... 7 8 9 10 2 EATXPWR CHA_FAN2 24.4cm(9.6in) CHA_FAN1 ICS477D AUDIO RTL 8111E Super I/O PWR_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 F1A75-M PRO PCIEX1_1 TPU PCI1 AMD® A75 1 SB_PWR 11 12 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 ALC 892 AAFP SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16_2 USB78 COM1 ...USB910 USB34 USB56 USB3_56 CLRTC 32Mb BIOS PANEL 13 19 18 17 16 15 14 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. EPU switch 8. Front panel audio ...
... 7 8 9 10 2 EATXPWR CHA_FAN2 24.4cm(9.6in) CHA_FAN1 ICS477D AUDIO RTL 8111E Super I/O PWR_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 F1A75-M PRO PCIEX1_1 TPU PCI1 AMD® A75 1 SB_PWR 11 12 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 ALC 892 AAFP SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16_2 USB78 COM1 ...USB910 USB34 USB56 USB3_56 CLRTC 32Mb BIOS PANEL 13 19 18 17 16 15 14 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. EPU switch 8. Front panel audio ...
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... with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-15 Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with the PCI Express specifications. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an...components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express...
... with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-15 Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with the PCI Express specifications. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an...components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express...
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...performance. • We recommend that you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, ...BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. F1A75-M PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) F1A75-M PRO...
...performance. • We recommend that you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, ...BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. F1A75-M PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) F1A75-M PRO...
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... the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to these connectors, set to [AHCI]. COM1 PIN 1 F1A75-M PRO F1A75-M PRO Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using these connectors. ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-21 See section 2.5.2 SATA Configuration for a serial (COM...
... the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to these connectors, set to [AHCI]. COM1 PIN 1 F1A75-M PRO F1A75-M PRO Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using these connectors. ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-21 See section 2.5.2 SATA Configuration for a serial (COM...
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... the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to [HD]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND F1A75-M PRO SPDIF_OUT F1A75-M PRO Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device... L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L F1A75-M PRO HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition F1A75-M PRO Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-23 Connect one end of the motherboard high...
... the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to [HD]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND F1A75-M PRO SPDIF_OUT F1A75-M PRO Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device... L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L F1A75-M PRO HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition F1A75-M PRO Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-23 Connect one end of the motherboard high...
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...until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! This is not properly installed. F1A75-M PRO F1A75-M PRO MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download ...overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after turning on the computer. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-25
...until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! This is not properly installed. F1A75-M PRO F1A75-M PRO MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download ...overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after turning on the computer. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! ASUS F1A75-M PRO 1-25
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...you wish to download then click Next. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click Update button from the Quick Bar,... and then click ASUS Update from the Internet, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD ...
...you wish to download then click Next. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click Update button from the Quick Bar,... and then click ASUS Update from the Internet, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD ...
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... [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS F1A75-M PRO Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Select Update BIOS from the...
... [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS F1A75-M PRO Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Select Update BIOS from the...
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... the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to recover BIOS setting. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Turn on the system. 2. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 Reboot the system when the update ...system 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 allows you to enter BIOS Setup to perform the BIOS update process. Press...
... the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to recover BIOS setting. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Turn on the system. 2. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 Reboot the system when the update ...system 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 allows you to enter BIOS Setup to perform the BIOS update process. Press...
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... to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F1A75-M PRO 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. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Booting the system in...
... to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F1A75-M PRO 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. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Booting the system in...
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... /o[filename] and press . D:\>bupdater /oOLDBIOS1.rom Filename Extension The [filename] is done! ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: F1A75-M PRO VER: 0301 DATE: 05/16/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for...
... /o[filename] and press . D:\>bupdater /oOLDBIOS1.rom Filename Extension The [filename] is done! ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: F1A75-M PRO VER: 0301 DATE: 05/16/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for...
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... to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS F1A75-M PRO BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to section 2.9 Exit menu... for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: F1A75-M PRO VER: 0301 DATE: 05/16/2011 Update ROM BOARD: ...
... to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS F1A75-M PRO BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to section 2.9 Exit menu... for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: F1A75-M PRO VER: 0301 DATE: 05/16/2011 Update ROM BOARD: ...
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... item under the Exit Menu. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The BIOS setup screens shown in using the first two options. Refer to section 1.9 Jumpers on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected ...guide you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to ensure system compatibility and stability. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to turn...
... item under the Exit Menu. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The BIOS setup screens shown in using the first two options. Refer to section 1.9 Jumpers on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected ...guide you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to ensure system compatibility and stability. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to turn...