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... 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 slots 2-13...
... 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 slots 2-13...
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... DVI with maximum resolution of 4GB or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS will update the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. ** The 64GB maximum... 3.0 Supports Microsoft® DirectX® 11 AMD® A85X FCH (Hudson-D4) Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM slots support maximum 64GB unbuffered non- F2A85-V PRO specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage / RAID LAN FM2 socket for AMD® A-Series Accelerated...
... DVI with maximum resolution of 4GB or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS will update the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. ** The 64GB maximum... 3.0 Supports Microsoft® DirectX® 11 AMD® A85X FCH (Hudson-D4) Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM slots support maximum 64GB unbuffered non- F2A85-V PRO specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage / RAID LAN FM2 socket for AMD® A-Series Accelerated...
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xii F2A85-V PRO specifications summary BIOS features Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 64Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v3.0, SM BIOS 2.7, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) Memory information Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM...
xii F2A85-V PRO specifications summary BIOS features Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 64Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v3.0, SM BIOS 2.7, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) Memory information Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM...
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... 3.0 ports. Total Performance Tuning. Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support Flexible Multi-GPU Solutions, Your Weapon of innovative and industry-leading ASUS technology provides super-accurate voltage tuning for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with USB 3.0... memory and SMART DIGI+ Key profile tuning digital power solution, which includes two digital voltage controllers allowing ultra-precise DRAM tuning in one -click extreme performance optimization with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics. F2A85-V PRO ...
... 3.0 ports. Total Performance Tuning. Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support Flexible Multi-GPU Solutions, Your Weapon of innovative and industry-leading ASUS technology provides super-accurate voltage tuning for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with USB 3.0... memory and SMART DIGI+ Key profile tuning digital power solution, which includes two digital voltage controllers allowing ultra-precise DRAM tuning in one -click extreme performance optimization with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics. F2A85-V PRO ...
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...30% more difficult than mainstream motherboards. TPU The Ultimate Turbo Processor Unleash your performance with the ASUS TurboV. and its maximum. Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush of DDR3 memory for both APU and DRAM The New DIGI+ Power Control design with a single click and adjust... All Around Tap into the future standard of power design, ASUS propels you a complete APU, memory and new SMART DIGI+ Technology with profile tuning digital power solution, which works with the TPU to ramp up to an incredible 68%! settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-3
...30% more difficult than mainstream motherboards. TPU The Ultimate Turbo Processor Unleash your performance with the ASUS TurboV. and its maximum. Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush of DDR3 memory for both APU and DRAM The New DIGI+ Power Control design with a single click and adjust... All Around Tap into the future standard of power design, ASUS propels you a complete APU, memory and new SMART DIGI+ Technology with profile tuning digital power solution, which works with the TPU to ramp up to an incredible 68%! settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-3
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... or hibernation mode. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Any Memory is powered off button, the application currently in no time! MemOK! USB Charger+ 3X Faster Charging for extreme graphics performance. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals...intuitive network bandwidth control center. Chapter 1 Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to patch memory issues. determines fail-safe settings and dramatically improves your favorite software easily by configuring profiles through the intuitive user ...
... or hibernation mode. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Any Memory is powered off button, the application currently in no time! MemOK! USB Charger+ 3X Faster Charging for extreme graphics performance. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals...intuitive network bandwidth control center. Chapter 1 Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to patch memory issues. determines fail-safe settings and dramatically improves your favorite software easily by configuring profiles through the intuitive user ...
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...accessing memory information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS ... boot priorities. It also allows you to update the BIOS! Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. USB BIOS Flashback Easy, Worry-free USB BIOS Flashback ...
...accessing memory information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS ... boot priorities. It also allows you to update the BIOS! Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. USB BIOS Flashback Easy, Worry-free USB BIOS Flashback ...
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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. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 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.
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. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 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.
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... - - - 1.65V ● ● ● 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use a more on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD.../MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. Any excess memory from a memory module. Check with the same CAS latency. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. F2A85-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)...
... - - - 1.65V ● ● ● 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use a more on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD.../MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. Any excess memory from a memory module. Check with the same CAS latency. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. F2A85-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)...
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Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: S upports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the ... the blue slots or the black slots as one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel...
Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: S upports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the ... the blue slots or the black slots as one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel...
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... onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-15 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs...) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. 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.
... onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-15 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs...) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. 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.
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... 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! Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. If the test...
... 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! Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. If the test...
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... to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-43 Monitor b. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. External SCSI devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. Check the jumper settings and...
... to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-43 Monitor b. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. External SCSI devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. Check the jumper settings and...
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... device is installed to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] F2A85-V PRO BIOS Version : 0301 CPU Type : AMD A8-5600K APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1033MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode English Speed : 3600 MHz Temperature Voltage Fan Speed... the Advanced mode menus Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program Clicks to display all fan speeds ...
... device is installed to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] F2A85-V PRO BIOS Version : 0301 CPU Type : AMD A8-5600K APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1033MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode English Speed : 3600 MHz Temperature Voltage Fan Speed... the Advanced mode menus Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program Clicks to display all fan speeds ...
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... when you to change the system security settings. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 3-5 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0301 x64 04/26/2012 CPU Information AMD A8-5600K APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics Speed 3600 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Memory Frequency 1024 MB (DDR3) 1333 MHz System...
... when you to change the system security settings. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 3-5 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0301 x64 04/26/2012 CPU Information AMD A8-5600K APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics Speed 3600 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Memory Frequency 1024 MB (DDR3) 1333 MHz System...
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... Mode Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Speed: 3600MHz Target DRAM Speed: 1333MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto APU Multiplier Auto NB Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled GPU Boost Auto > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing...relevant parameters will be auto-adjusted. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Chapter 3 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 3-7 Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. EFI BIOS Utility - F1...
... Mode Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Speed: 3600MHz Target DRAM Speed: 1333MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto APU Multiplier Auto NB Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled GPU Boost Auto > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing...relevant parameters will be auto-adjusted. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Chapter 3 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 3-7 Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. EFI BIOS Utility - F1...
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... keypad. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EPU Setting [Auto] This item appears only when you to [Enabled] and allows you set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] GPU Boost [Auto] ...;D��D�R�3�1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR32400MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to adjust the value. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you want to enable or disable the EPU...
... keypad. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EPU Setting [Auto] This item appears only when you to [Enabled] and allows you set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] GPU Boost [Auto] ...;D��D�R�3�1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR32400MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to adjust the value. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you want to enable or disable the EPU...
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...8209;off feature. [Disabled] Disables the function. 3.5.4 NB Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [Auto] [HDMI] [DVI] Chapter 3 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 3-17 IGFX Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Enables or disables the Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor support for add-on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled...] [128M] [256M] [512M] [1G] [2G] HDMI/DVI Port Output [Auto] Sets the HDMI/DVI port output type. And the memory size of Internal Graphics Device will keep memory reserved. EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for add-ons VGA devices.
...8209;off feature. [Disabled] Disables the function. 3.5.4 NB Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [Auto] [HDMI] [DVI] Chapter 3 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 3-17 IGFX Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Enables or disables the Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor support for add-on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled...] [128M] [256M] [512M] [1G] [2G] HDMI/DVI Port Output [Auto] Sets the HDMI/DVI port output type. And the memory size of Internal Graphics Device will keep memory reserved. EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for add-ons VGA devices.
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... current BIOS settings to input the label of setup profile The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Chapter 3 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 3-31 Profile Configuration Setup Profile 1 Status : Setup Profile 2 Status : Setup Profile 3 Status : Setup Profile 4 Status : Setup Profile ... saved in the BIOS Flash. �K�e��y��in a profile number from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. Key in ��t�h�e���p�r�o�f�i�...
... current BIOS settings to input the label of setup profile The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Chapter 3 ASUS F2A85-V PRO 3-31 Profile Configuration Setup Profile 1 Status : Setup Profile 2 Status : Setup Profile 3 Status : Setup Profile 4 Status : Setup Profile ... saved in the BIOS Flash. �K�e��y��in a profile number from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. Key in ��t�h�e���p�r�o�f�i�...
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... Multiplier. 1. Drag the adjustment bar leftwards or rightwards to the BIOS section of your motherboard user manual for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Click on the APU Multiplier tab. 2. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies...
... Multiplier. 1. Drag the adjustment bar leftwards or rightwards to the BIOS section of your motherboard user manual for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Click on the APU Multiplier tab. 2. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies...