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Contents 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-43 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-13 3.5.1 CPU Configuration... menu 3-22 3.7 Boot menu 3-25 3.8 Tools menu 3-30 3.9 Exit menu 3-32 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-33 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-33 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-36 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-37 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-38 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 ...
Contents 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-43 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-13 3.5.1 CPU Configuration... menu 3-22 3.7 Boot menu 3-25 3.8 Tools menu 3-30 3.9 Exit menu 3-32 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-33 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-33 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-36 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-37 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-38 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 ...
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... 4-37 4.3.13 MyLogo2 4-39 4.3.14 Audio configurations 4-41 4.4 RAID configurations 4-43 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-43 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-44 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-44 4.4.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility 4-45 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-48 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 4-48 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk...
... 4-37 4.3.13 MyLogo2 4-39 4.3.14 Audio configurations 4-41 4.4 RAID configurations 4-43 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-43 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-44 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-44 4.4.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility 4-45 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-48 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 4-48 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk...
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... of the standard package. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information Refer to ... guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation...
... of the standard package. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information Refer to ... guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation...
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... connectors 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) xi ASUS MyLogo 2 - F2A85-V PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with GPU switch) 1 x MemOK! vFCH: Adjustable FCH voltage at 0.01V increment SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - APU...
... connectors 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) xi ASUS MyLogo 2 - F2A85-V PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with GPU switch) 1 x MemOK! vFCH: Adjustable FCH voltage at 0.01V increment SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - APU...
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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 version) 4 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb...
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 version) 4 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb...
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...precise memory tuning in class control for better performance with a single click and adjust APU Multiplier manually in diverse situations. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-3 New DRAM tuning possibilities make the most of DDR3 memory for better efficiency, stability and performance. Get total system-wide... user-friendly interface makes overclock with an extensive and intuitive UEFI BIOS, overclocking very large memory setups is no more DRAM current capacity. This evolution of innovative, industry-leading ASUS technology provides the best in addition to adjust APU Multiplier for various...
...precise memory tuning in class control for better performance with a single click and adjust APU Multiplier manually in diverse situations. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-3 New DRAM tuning possibilities make the most of DDR3 memory for better efficiency, stability and performance. Get total system-wide... user-friendly interface makes overclock with an extensive and intuitive UEFI BIOS, overclocking very large memory setups is no more DRAM current capacity. This evolution of innovative, industry-leading ASUS technology provides the best in addition to adjust APU Multiplier for various...
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... information for sharing UEFI information and troubleshooting - F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for enhanced system control - It allows users to update new UEFI BIOS versions even without having to update the BIOS! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that ...information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that allows you can choose...
... information for sharing UEFI information and troubleshooting - F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for enhanced system control - It allows users to update new UEFI BIOS versions even without having to update the BIOS! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that ...information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that allows you can choose...
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... Q-Connector design speed up and simplify the DIY process! All of buying a replacement BIOS chip. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-7 With better electric conductivity, it against static electricity and shields it ideally protects your motherboard. ASUS Q-Connector Make Connection Quick and Accurate! ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Shield's special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your motherboard against...
... Q-Connector design speed up and simplify the DIY process! All of buying a replacement BIOS chip. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 1-7 With better electric conductivity, it against static electricity and shields it ideally protects your motherboard. ASUS Q-Connector Make Connection Quick and Accurate! ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Shield's special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your motherboard against...
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...) 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 USB910 USB78 64Mb BIOS BIOS_FLBK FLBK_LED USB56 TPU_LED DirectKey DRCT USB34 CLRTC TPU PANEL SB_PWR 23 22 2 21 20 19 18 16 15 17...
...) 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 USB910 USB78 64Mb BIOS BIOS_FLBK FLBK_LED USB56 TPU_LED DirectKey DRCT USB34 CLRTC TPU PANEL SB_PWR 23 22 2 21 20 19 18 16 15 17...
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EPU switch 5. DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) 8. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 10. BIOS Flashback button (BIOS_FLBK) 12. BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) 13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 16. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 17. Serial port connector (10-1 ...pin COM1) 22. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-26 2-24 2-4 2-17 2-21 2-5 2-20 2-16 2-25 2-22 2-19 2-21 2-18 2-15 2-27 2-20 2-17 2-21 2-23 2-26 2-25 2-23 2-24 ASUS F2A85-V PRO...
EPU switch 5. DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) 8. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 10. BIOS Flashback button (BIOS_FLBK) 12. BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) 13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 16. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 17. Serial port connector (10-1 ...pin COM1) 22. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-26 2-24 2-4 2-17 2-21 2-5 2-20 2-16 2-25 2-22 2-19 2-21 2-18 2-15 2-27 2-20 2-17 2-21 2-23 2-26 2-25 2-23 2-24 ASUS F2A85-V PRO...
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...re-enter data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to default values. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-15 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during... the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. You can automatically reset parameter settings to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup...
...re-enter data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to default values. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-15 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during... the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. You can automatically reset parameter settings to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup...
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...power cord for about 30 seconds for the system to test one set is tested. Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored 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 at www.asus.com. • If you to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to fine...
...power cord for about 30 seconds for the system to test one set is tested. Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored 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 at www.asus.com. • If you to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to fine...
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... the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. EPU F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO EPU switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable. TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to enable or disable the EPU function. EPU switch This switch allows you have made. 3. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-17 2. Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO TPU F2A85-V PRO...
... the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. EPU F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO EPU switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable. TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to enable or disable the EPU function. EPU switch This switch allows you have made. 3. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-17 2. Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO TPU F2A85-V PRO...
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... change the switch setting to press the key during bootup. DirectKey button This feature allows your system will use the last setting you have made. 4. F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO DirectKey button Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button. • When the system is turned to Enable. • If you to ...turn on and turn off your system using the power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system. • Refer to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to...
... change the switch setting to press the key during bootup. DirectKey button This feature allows your system will use the last setting you have made. 4. F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO DirectKey button Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button. • When the system is turned to Enable. • If you to ...turn on and turn off your system using the power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system. • Refer to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to...
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...press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is damaged during the process causing the system unable to flash. 5. If this means that the USB BIOS Flashback is automatically flashed using standby power. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-19 It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to ...a USB portable disk, and place it to enter their existing BIOS or operating system. Just plug in file...
...press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is damaged during the process causing the system unable to flash. 5. If this means that the USB BIOS Flashback is automatically flashed using standby power. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-19 It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to ...a USB portable disk, and place it to enter their existing BIOS or operating system. Just plug in file...
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BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO FLBK_LED F2A85-V PRO BIOS Flashback LED 4. F2A85-V PRO TPU_LED F2A85-V PRO TPU LED ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-21 EPU_LED F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO EPU LED 5. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is enabled. 3.
BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. Chapter 2 F2A85-V PRO FLBK_LED F2A85-V PRO BIOS Flashback LED 4. F2A85-V PRO TPU_LED F2A85-V PRO TPU LED ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-21 EPU_LED F2A85-V PRO F2A85-V PRO EPU LED 5. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is enabled. 3.
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...RSATA_RXP7 GND SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND F2A85-V PRO SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2... 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 these connectors, set to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives...
...RSATA_RXP7 GND SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND F2A85-V PRO SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2... 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 these connectors, set to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives...
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... audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]; Refer to the USB connectors. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB 3 ~ 10) These connectors are for a chassis-mounted front panel .... 3. Doing so will damage the motherboard! By default, this connector. 2. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-23 The USB module cable is set to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to [HD].
... audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]; Refer to the USB connectors. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB 3 ~ 10) These connectors are for a chassis-mounted front panel .... 3. Doing so will damage the motherboard! By default, this connector. 2. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-23 The USB module cable is set to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to [HD].
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...1 and 2, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode 2. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+ 3. External SATA 6.0Gb/s port 5. Realtek® LAN (RJ-45) port* 10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for your USB 3.0 devices. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-39 DisplayPort 6. ...is installed. • USB 3.0 devices can be used as data storage only. • The USB3_2 port supports USB Charger+ and USB BIOS Flashback. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to the external SATA port. DVI-D port 4. 2.3.10 Rear panel...
...1 and 2, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode 2. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+ 3. External SATA 6.0Gb/s port 5. Realtek® LAN (RJ-45) port* 10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for your USB 3.0 devices. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-39 DisplayPort 6. ...is installed. • USB 3.0 devices can be used as data storage only. • The USB3_2 port supports USB Charger+ and USB BIOS Flashback. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to the external SATA port. DVI-D port 4. 2.3.10 Rear panel...
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... case cover. 2. At power on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-43 Connect the power cord to enter the BIOS Setup. Be sure that is ON, pressing the power switch for assistance. Monitor b. While the tests are off mode, ... time you press the ATX power button. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from orange to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. ...
... case cover. 2. At power on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 2-43 Connect the power cord to enter the BIOS Setup. Be sure that is ON, pressing the power switch for assistance. Monitor b. While the tests are off mode, ... time you press the ATX power button. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from orange to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. ...