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... EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN...2011, either (1) for backup purposes, without any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for free by downloading it shipped to, by ASUS; or (2) for which is valid to duly provide complete source code as the corresponding binary/object code. This offer is dependent on ...
... EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN...2011, either (1) for backup purposes, without any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for free by downloading it shipped to, by ASUS; or (2) for which is valid to duly provide complete source code as the corresponding binary/object code. This offer is dependent on ...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii F1A75 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 ASUS Exclusive 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 APU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii F1A75 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 ASUS Exclusive 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 APU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink ...
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... Software support 1-28 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-28 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...
... Software support 1-28 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-28 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...
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... or more of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as...Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is required to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for protecting our environment. vi Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate...
... or more of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as...Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is required to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for protecting our environment. vi Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate...
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... came with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you detect any area where it may...
... came with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you detect any area where it may...
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...the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to complete a task. Example: means that you must press the enclosed key. Where to find more ...information to select. Keys enclosed in this guide To ensure that may have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to help you ...
...the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to complete a task. Example: means that you must press the enclosed key. Where to find more ...information to select. Keys enclosed in this guide To ensure that may have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to help you ...
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F1A75 specifications summary APU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio AMD® A- & E2- Supports S/PDIF out interface at the back I/O (continued on the APU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you install a total ...memory of 3GB system memory if you are available in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® A75 FCH (Hudson D3) Up to 5.0 GT/s UMI interface Dual-channel memory architecture 4...
F1A75 specifications summary APU Chipset System Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio AMD® A- & E2- Supports S/PDIF out interface at the back I/O (continued on the APU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you install a total ...memory of 3GB system memory if you are available in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® A75 FCH (Hudson D3) Up to 5.0 GT/s UMI interface Dual-channel memory architecture 4...
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... memory voltage control, adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.01V increment - vFCH: 41-step chipset voltage control, adjustable FCH voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - F1A75 specifications summary USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features AMD® A75 FCH southbridge: - 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) - 4 x USB...
... memory voltage control, adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.01V increment - vFCH: 41-step chipset voltage control, adjustable FCH voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - F1A75 specifications summary USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features AMD® A75 FCH southbridge: - 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) - 4 x USB...
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F1A75 specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x Optical S/PDIF output port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue) 8-channel audio I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version...
F1A75 specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x Optical S/PDIF output port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue) 8-channel audio I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version...
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Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS F1A75 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS F1A75 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of new ...line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® F1A75 motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in one small, energy...
Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS F1A75 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS F1A75 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of new ...line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® F1A75 motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in one small, energy...
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...174; A75 FCH (Hudson D3) is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. Adjust your system boot success. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, ... Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. Native SATA ...
...174; A75 FCH (Hudson D3) is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. Adjust your system boot success. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, ... Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. Native SATA ...
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... Suite II consolidates all -in-one simple to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Turn your system. ASUS F1A75 1-3 Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more intricate...
... Suite II consolidates all -in-one simple to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Turn your system. ASUS F1A75 1-3 Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more intricate...
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...or components. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to overclocking failure. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus ... Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in the bag that contains the BIOS file. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or ...
...or components. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to overclocking failure. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus ... Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in the bag that contains the BIOS file. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or ...
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DO NOT overtighten the screws! F1A75 ASUS F1A75 1-5 Doing so can damage the motherboard. 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis.
DO NOT overtighten the screws! F1A75 ASUS F1A75 1-5 Doing so can damage the motherboard. 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis.
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...-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET FM1 USB34 USB3_12 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_1 F1A75 ICS483A Super I/O PCI1 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 ALC 887 PCI3 AAFP SPDIF_OUT COM1 USB78 MemOK! 5 DRAM_LED 6 2 USB3_34 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 7 8 AMD...
...-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET FM1 USB34 USB3_12 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_1 F1A75 ICS483A Super I/O PCI1 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 ALC 887 PCI3 AAFP SPDIF_OUT COM1 USB78 MemOK! 5 DRAM_LED 6 2 USB3_34 30.5cm(12.0in) EATXPWR SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 7 8 AMD...
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... APU above the socket such that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the APU! Small triangle Gold triangle ASUS F1A75 1-7 Locate the FM1 socket on the motherboard. Ensure that you use a APU designed for AMD® A- & E2- DO NOT force the... to a 90°-100° angle; otherwise, the APU will not fit in one correct orientation. The APU fits only in completely. 3. F1A75 F1A75 processor socket FM1 2. Socket lever Ensure that the APU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. The APU ...
... APU above the socket such that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the APU! Small triangle Gold triangle ASUS F1A75 1-7 Locate the FM1 socket on the motherboard. Ensure that you use a APU designed for AMD® A- & E2- DO NOT force the... to a 90°-100° angle; otherwise, the APU will not fit in one correct orientation. The APU fits only in completely. 3. F1A75 F1A75 processor socket FM1 2. Socket lever Ensure that the APU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. The APU ...
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...! When the APU is locked. 6. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction The lever clicks on the motherboard. CPU_FAN F1A75 F1A75 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to secure the APU.
...! When the APU is locked. 6. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction The lever clicks on the motherboard. CPU_FAN F1A75 F1A75 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to secure the APU.
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.... • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS F1A75 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is properly applied to...
.... • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS F1A75 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is properly applied to...
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... installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets F1A75 Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 F1A75 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction The figure illustrates the location of the retention bracket to plug this...
... installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets F1A75 Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 F1A75 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction The figure illustrates the location of the retention bracket to plug this...