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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii F2A85-V PRO specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion...
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii F2A85-V PRO specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion...
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... • Ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it may .... Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an...
... • Ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it may .... Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an...
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...Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple AMD...not part of the support DVD that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: AMD® ...
...Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple AMD...not part of the support DVD that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: AMD® ...
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...; F2A85-V PRO motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Actual product specifications may vary with 6.0 Gb/s label 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. User Guide ASUS F2A85-V PRO motherboard...
...; F2A85-V PRO motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Actual product specifications may vary with 6.0 Gb/s label 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. User Guide ASUS F2A85-V PRO motherboard...
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... Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD® A-series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD® A-series accelerated processor with New DIGI+ Power Control Full Hardware Control. the latest connectivity standard. It also...(SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chipsTPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). F2A85-V PRO brings you 've never experienced...
... Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD® A-series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD® A-series accelerated processor with New DIGI+ Power Control Full Hardware Control. the latest connectivity standard. It also...(SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chipsTPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). F2A85-V PRO brings you 've never experienced...
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...DIGI+ Technology with profile tuning digital power solution, which works with two digital voltage controllers upgrades motherboard power delivery to an overall solution on AMD FM2 motherboards, including allnew DRAM controllers that offers ultra-precise memory tuning in diverse situations. and its maximum...for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust APU Multiplier for better efficiency, stability and performance. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-3 Chapter 1 New DIGI+ Power Control All-New Digital Power Control for both APU and DRAM The New DIGI+ Power ...
...DIGI+ Technology with profile tuning digital power solution, which works with two digital voltage controllers upgrades motherboard power delivery to an overall solution on AMD FM2 motherboards, including allnew DRAM controllers that offers ultra-precise memory tuning in diverse situations. and its maximum...for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust APU Multiplier for better efficiency, stability and performance. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-3 Chapter 1 New DIGI+ Power Control All-New Digital Power Control for both APU and DRAM The New DIGI+ Power ...
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...for a more reliable computing environment. 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from... control, voltage and sensor readings. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-5 Chapter 1 AI Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its Fan Auto Tuning feature, ASUS Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks all the exclusive ASUS features into one software offers diverse and...
...for a more reliable computing environment. 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from... control, voltage and sensor readings. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-5 Chapter 1 AI Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its Fan Auto Tuning feature, ASUS Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks all the exclusive ASUS features into one software offers diverse and...
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..., and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. USB BIOS Flashback offers the most accessed information - Hassle-free updating for complete insight. ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information for a more colorful and vivid image on and turn off your screen. 1-6 Chapter ... ultimate convenience! Just plug in 64-bit operating systems. ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. The UEFI BIOS then automatically updates without having to convert your favorite photo into the motherboard. New F3 Shortcut for 3 seconds with selectable modes,...
..., and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. USB BIOS Flashback offers the most accessed information - Hassle-free updating for complete insight. ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information for a more colorful and vivid image on and turn off your screen. 1-6 Chapter ... ultimate convenience! Just plug in 64-bit operating systems. ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. The UEFI BIOS then automatically updates without having to convert your favorite photo into the motherboard. New F3 Shortcut for 3 seconds with selectable modes,...
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... environmental impacts. With better electric conductivity, it against static electricity and shields it ideally protects your motherboard. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-7 Chapter 1 CrashFree BIOS 3 Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from USB flash disk The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to reduce carbon footprint of plugging in one complete module. The...
... environmental impacts. With better electric conductivity, it against static electricity and shields it ideally protects your motherboard. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-7 Chapter 1 CrashFree BIOS 3 Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from USB flash disk The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to reduce carbon footprint of plugging in one complete module. The...
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... cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-1
... cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-1
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Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 12 KBMS_USB12 SPDIFO _HDMI _DP EATX12V ASM 1445 2 3 24.4cm(9.6in) 45 CPU_FAN EPU CHA_FAN3 EPU_LED DIGI+ DIGI+ 6 EPU 7 MemOK! 8 DRAM_LED DDR3 ...64bit, 240-pin module) DVI_VGA SOCKET FM2 EATXPWR ESATA6G_ USB3_12 1 LAN_USB3_E12 AUDIO RTL 8111F ASM 1042 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 F2A85-V PRO ICS 477D CHA_FAN4 SATA6G_7 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 PCI1 AMD® A85X Super I/O PCIEX16_2 PCI2 ALC PCIEX16_3 892 SPDIF_OUT CHA_FAN2 COM1 AAFP ...
Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 12 KBMS_USB12 SPDIFO _HDMI _DP EATX12V ASM 1445 2 3 24.4cm(9.6in) 45 CPU_FAN EPU CHA_FAN3 EPU_LED DIGI+ DIGI+ 6 EPU 7 MemOK! 8 DRAM_LED DDR3 ...64bit, 240-pin module) DVI_VGA SOCKET FM2 EATXPWR ESATA6G_ USB3_12 1 LAN_USB3_E12 AUDIO RTL 8111F ASM 1042 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 F2A85-V PRO ICS 477D CHA_FAN4 SATA6G_7 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 PCI1 AMD® A85X Super I/O PCIEX16_2 PCI2 ALC PCIEX16_3 892 SPDIF_OUT CHA_FAN2 COM1 AAFP ...
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The APU fits in only one correct orientation. F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO CPU socket FM2 Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2.2 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) This motherboard comes with an FM2 socket designed for the FM2 socket. DO NOT force the APU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the APU! Ensure that you use a APU designed for AMD™ A-Series Accelerated processors.
The APU fits in only one correct orientation. F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO CPU socket FM2 Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2.2 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) This motherboard comes with an FM2 socket designed for the FM2 socket. DO NOT force the APU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the APU! Ensure that you use a APU designed for AMD™ A-Series Accelerated processors.
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F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from a DDR or DDR2 module. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 2 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from a DDR or DDR2 module. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 2 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
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... 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS - - - 1.65V ● ● ● 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information F2A85-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that... a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For more details, refer to the memory address limitation on the motherboard. Check with the same CAS latency. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of accessing information...
... 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS - - - 1.65V ● ● ● 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information F2A85-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that... a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For more details, refer to the memory address limitation on the motherboard. Check with the same CAS latency. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of accessing information...
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... PCIe 2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x8 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x8 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-13 Chapter 2 1 2 F2A85-V PRO 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. PCI slot 2 7. Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x8 mode) 6. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
... PCIe 2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x8 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x8 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-13 Chapter 2 1 2 F2A85-V PRO 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. PCI slot 2 7. Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x8 mode) 6. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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...- - - - - - Onboard VGA Controller - shared - - - - - - 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information See page 2-24 for this motherboard PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 PCIE x16_3 PCIE x1_1 PCIE x1_2 PCI_1 PCI_2 LAN A B C D E F G H - - IRQ assignments for details. ...- - - - - - shared - - - - - shared - - - - Refer to page 2-26 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3/4 when using multiple graphics cards for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient...
...- - - - - - Onboard VGA Controller - shared - - - - - - 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information See page 2-24 for this motherboard PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 PCIE x16_3 PCIE x1_1 PCIE x1_2 PCI_1 PCI_2 LAN A B C D E F G H - - IRQ assignments for details. ...- - - - - - shared - - - - - shared - - - - Refer to page 2-26 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3/4 when using multiple graphics cards for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient...
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.... Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO MemOK! switch • Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for about 30 seconds for successful boot. If the installed DIMMs still fail to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website... and load BIOS default settings. Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! This is tested. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK!
.... Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO MemOK! switch • Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for about 30 seconds for successful boot. If the installed DIMMs still fail to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website... and load BIOS default settings. Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! This is tested. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK!
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... device will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in sequence during motherboard booting process. F2A85-V PRO SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off F2A85-V PRO Onboard LED 2. Chapter 2 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up to locate the root problem within...
... device will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in sequence during motherboard booting process. F2A85-V PRO SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off F2A85-V PRO Onboard LED 2. Chapter 2 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up to locate the root problem within...
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... GND SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND F2A85-V PRO SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors are using NCQ, set the OnChip SATA Type in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Windows ® XP SP3 or later versions. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
... GND SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND F2A85-V PRO SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors are using NCQ, set the OnChip SATA Type in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Windows ® XP SP3 or later versions. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information...