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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii F2A85-M LE specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-4 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.3.3 Motherboard...30 1.9.1 Installing an operating system 1-30 1.9.2 Support DVD information 1-30 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 iii
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii F2A85-M LE specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-4 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.3.3 Motherboard...30 1.9.1 Installing an operating system 1-30 1.9.2 Support DVD information 1-30 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 iii
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... 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled 2-25 2.7.3 Fast Boot [Enabled 2-26 2.7.4 Post Delay Time [3 sec 2-26 2.7.5 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-26 2.7.6 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-26 2.7.7 Next boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot 2-27 2.7.8 CSM Parameters 2-27 2.7.9 Security Boot parameters 2-27 2.7.10 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-28 2.7.11 Boot...
... 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled 2-25 2.7.3 Fast Boot [Enabled 2-26 2.7.4 Post Delay Time [3 sec 2-26 2.7.5 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-26 2.7.6 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-26 2.7.7 Next boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot 2-27 2.7.8 CSM Parameters 2-27 2.7.9 Security Boot parameters 2-27 2.7.10 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-28 2.7.11 Boot...
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...and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information ...Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may...
...and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information ...Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may...
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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - APU Frequency tuning from 90MHz up to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - ASUS AI Charger - ASUS Disk Unlocker - ASUS ESD - 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS My Logo 2 * The ASUS Network iControl feature does not...
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - APU Frequency tuning from 90MHz up to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - ASUS AI Charger - ASUS Disk Unlocker - ASUS ESD - 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS My Logo 2 * The ASUS Network iControl feature does not...
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F2A85-M LE specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Output port 1 x...pin ATX 12V power connector 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFreen BIOS 3, F12 Printscreen function, F3 Shortcut function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: ...
F2A85-M LE specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Output port 1 x...pin ATX 12V power connector 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFreen BIOS 3, F12 Printscreen function, F3 Shortcut function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: ...
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... PCI1 SB_PWR AMD® A85X SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_7 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 LPT USB910 USB78 USB56 USB3_34 CLRTC SPEAKER 64Mb SATA6G_2 BIOS SATA6G_1 F_PANEL ASUS F2A85-M LE motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O-Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing...
... PCI1 SB_PWR AMD® A85X SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_7 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 LPT USB910 USB78 USB56 USB3_34 CLRTC SPEAKER 64Mb SATA6G_2 BIOS SATA6G_1 F_PANEL ASUS F2A85-M LE motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O-Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing...
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...Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for the APU, called DIGI+ VRM (Voltage... by using the AMD® A85 chipset employ precise digital voltage regulation for any further user configuration. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for a diverse range of applications, from gaming to 132%, enhancing ...
...Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for the APU, called DIGI+ VRM (Voltage... by using the AMD® A85 chipset employ precise digital voltage regulation for any further user configuration. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for a diverse range of applications, from gaming to 132%, enhancing ...
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... offers a total system-wide energy optimization, reduces fan noise, and extends the component's lifespan. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that contains the BIOS file. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. ASUS F2A85-M LE 1-3 EPU EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the world's first real-time system power...
... offers a total system-wide energy optimization, reduces fan noise, and extends the component's lifespan. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that contains the BIOS file. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. ASUS F2A85-M LE 1-3 EPU EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the world's first real-time system power...
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... press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Replace the system cover. 1.6.2 Configuring an expansion card After...configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI ...
... press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Replace the system cover. 1.6.2 Configuring an expansion card After...configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI ...
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...about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap... which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: F2A85-M LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC F2A85-M LE Clear RTC RAM 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the...
...about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap... which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: F2A85-M LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC F2A85-M LE Clear RTC RAM 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the...
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ASUS F2A85-M LE 1-25 3. SATA6G_4 SATA6G_7 GND RSATA_TXP7 RSATA_TXN7 GND RSATA_RXN7 RSATA_RXP7 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND F2A85-M LE SATA6G_3 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND ... SATA Configuration for details. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to AHCI mode by default. See section 2.5.2 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3...
ASUS F2A85-M LE 1-25 3. SATA6G_4 SATA6G_7 GND RSATA_TXP7 RSATA_TXN7 GND RSATA_RXN7 RSATA_RXP7 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND F2A85-M LE SATA6G_3 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND ... SATA Configuration for details. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to AHCI mode by default. See section 2.5.2 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3...
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... in the BIOS to avail of the front panel audio I /O module is purchased separately. See section 2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector. ASUS F2A85-M LE 1-...27 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L F2A85-M LE HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition ...
... in the BIOS to avail of the front panel audio I /O module is purchased separately. See section 2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector. ASUS F2A85-M LE 1-...27 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L F2A85-M LE HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition ...
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... or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. • BIOS and drivers updates are subject to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to change... at www.asus.com for reference only. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. If Autorun is for updates. 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This ...
... or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. • BIOS and drivers updates are subject to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to change... at www.asus.com for reference only. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. If Autorun is for updates. 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This ...
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...Quit all Windows® applications before you need to a USB flash disk in case you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the optical drive. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. Click the ...save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to restore the BIOS in the future. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Follow the onscreen...
...Quit all Windows® applications before you need to a USB flash disk in case you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the optical drive. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. Click the ...save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to restore the BIOS in the future. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Follow the onscreen...
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... an OS‑based utility. Press to switch to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS F2A85-M LE Reboot the system when the update process is capable of the BIOS setup program. b. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Always update the utility to enable it. 3. Go to...
... an OS‑based utility. Press to switch to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS F2A85-M LE Reboot the system when the update process is capable of the BIOS setup program. b. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Always update the utility to enable it. 3. Go to...
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... the system. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. You can cause system boot failure! Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive...
... the system. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. You can cause system boot failure! Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive...
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... the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults 3. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F2A85-M LE Boot your computer. Please select ...Drive D (USB flash drive). At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy...
... the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults 3. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F2A85-M LE Boot your computer. Please select ...Drive D (USB flash drive). At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy...
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... is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . Restart your computer. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.30 Current ROM BOARD: F2A85-M LE VER: 0305 DATE: 07/06/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: F2A85MLE.CAP 8390656 2012-07-09 17...:30:48 Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details...
... is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . Restart your computer. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.30 Current ROM BOARD: F2A85-M LE VER: 0305 DATE: 07/06/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: F2A85MLE.CAP 8390656 2012-07-09 17...:30:48 Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details...
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...RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. We recommend to always shut down the system properly from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-6 ASUS F2A85-M LE BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can change modes ...from the Exit menu or from the operating system. • The BIOS setup screens shown in using the first two options. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines...
...RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. We recommend to always shut down the system properly from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-6 ASUS F2A85-M LE BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can change modes ...from the Exit menu or from the operating system. • The BIOS setup screens shown in using the first two options. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines...
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... CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Power Saving mode Normal mode Loads optimized default ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device ...priority Selects the boot device priority Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program.
... CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Power Saving mode Normal mode Loads optimized default ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device ...priority Selects the boot device priority Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program.