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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii H87-PRO specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 Other special features 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii H87-PRO specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-3 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 Other special features 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System...
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Profile 3-46 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-47 3.10 Exit menu 3-48 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-49 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 iv Contents 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-...32 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-32 3.6.8 APM 3-34 3.6.9 Network Stack 3-35 3.7 Monitor menu 3-36 3.8 Boot menu 3-39 3.9 Tools menu 3-46 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-46...
Profile 3-46 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-47 3.10 Exit menu 3-48 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-49 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 iv Contents 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-...32 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-32 3.6.8 APM 3-34 3.6.9 Network Stack 3-35 3.7 Monitor menu 3-36 3.8 Boot menu 3-39 3.9 Tools menu 3-46 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-46...
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... If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using , contact your local power... about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
... If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using , contact your local power... about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
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...the features of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists ...such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to...
...the features of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists ...such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to...
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...ASUS MemOK! - ASUS USB Charger+ - ASUS motherboards safeguard your PC with excellent durability ASUS Stainless Steel Back I /O Intel® H87 Express Chipset - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS CPU power utility ASUS DRAM Fuse - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB + HDD support - ASUS 6 Phase Power Design - ASUS... - Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection and short circuit damage prevention ASUS ESD Guards - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission - H87-PRO specifications summary LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Realtek® RTL8111G Gigabit LAN controller Realtek®...
...ASUS MemOK! - ASUS USB Charger+ - ASUS motherboards safeguard your PC with excellent durability ASUS Stainless Steel Back I /O Intel® H87 Express Chipset - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS CPU power utility ASUS DRAM Fuse - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB + HDD support - ASUS 6 Phase Power Design - ASUS... - Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection and short circuit damage prevention ASUS ESD Guards - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission - H87-PRO specifications summary LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Realtek® RTL8111G Gigabit LAN controller Realtek®...
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... ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x Q-Shield 1 x Support DVD 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 8.6" (30.5cm x 21.8cm) Specifications are for the following items. User Manual H87-PRO ASUS H87-PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield • If any of the items are damaged or...
... ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x Q-Shield 1 x Support DVD 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 8.6" (30.5cm x 21.8cm) Specifications are for the following items. User Manual H87-PRO ASUS H87-PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield • If any of the items are damaged or...
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Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1150 CPU Intel LGA 1150 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xiii
Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1150 CPU Intel LGA 1150 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xiii
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... scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems. Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support This motherboard features the most powerful Intel® H87 platform that features data transfer rates of DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to boost the system's performance... the optical S/PDIF (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) out connector at the back I/O This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to -point links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-1 PCI Express® 3.0 PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is a single-...
... scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems. Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support This motherboard features the most powerful Intel® H87 platform that features data transfer rates of DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to boost the system's performance... the optical S/PDIF (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) out connector at the back I/O This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to -point links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-1 PCI Express® 3.0 PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is a single-...
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... ultra-fast sensing and response efficiently delivering precision power. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments and easily...provides your system is reserved for a more stable CPU Vcore voltages. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for frequently accessed data or applications. Saving your system memory to its full potential...
... ultra-fast sensing and response efficiently delivering precision power. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments and easily...provides your system is reserved for a more stable CPU Vcore voltages. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for frequently accessed data or applications. Saving your system memory to its full potential...
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...to the computer. ESD Protect your smart devices such as smartphones, tablets and more reliable computing environment. 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solution The stylish heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that makes it easier for ... its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all up to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-3 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power...
...to the computer. ESD Protect your smart devices such as smartphones, tablets and more reliable computing environment. 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solution The stylish heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that makes it easier for ... its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all up to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-3 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power...
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... conductivity, it ideally protects your chassis for your motherboard. With its Fan Auto Tuning feature, ASUS Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks all your DIY experience. Chapter 1 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is automatically updated even without entering the existing...; New log reminder allows you with optimized fan settings based on the fans' specifications and positions. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond...
... conductivity, it ideally protects your chassis for your motherboard. With its Fan Auto Tuning feature, ASUS Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks all your DIY experience. Chapter 1 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is automatically updated even without entering the existing...; New log reminder allows you with optimized fan settings based on the fans' specifications and positions. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond...
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... of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely..., thus enabling the fastest refresh rates, and the highest resolution digital display through the connected DisplayPort cable with the highest quality home theater experience. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-5
... of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely..., thus enabling the fastest refresh rates, and the highest resolution digital display through the connected DisplayPort cable with the highest quality home theater experience. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-5
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LGA1150 Chapter 1 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 12 34 56 33 7 21.8cm(8.6in) KBMS _USB78 SPDIFO _HDMI _DP ASM EATX12V 1442 GPU_Boost GPU_LED CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 DIGI +VRM MemOK! 8 DRAM_LED DDR3 ...) EATXPWR DVI_VGA USB3_56 2 LAN_USB3_34 30.5cm(12.0in) USB3_12 AUDIO RTL 8111G ASM 1083 Super I/O ALC887 -VD2 COM CHA_FAN1 BATTERY PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_1 H87-PRO PCI1 CHA_FAN3 Intel® H87 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 PCIEX16_2 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI2 PCI3 SB_PWR USB910 USB1112 USB1314 64Mb BIOS SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 CLRTC SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 PANEL 9 3 10 11 10 16...
LGA1150 Chapter 1 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 12 34 56 33 7 21.8cm(8.6in) KBMS _USB78 SPDIFO _HDMI _DP ASM EATX12V 1442 GPU_Boost GPU_LED CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 DIGI +VRM MemOK! 8 DRAM_LED DDR3 ...) EATXPWR DVI_VGA USB3_56 2 LAN_USB3_34 30.5cm(12.0in) USB3_12 AUDIO RTL 8111G ASM 1083 Super I/O ALC887 -VD2 COM CHA_FAN1 BATTERY PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_1 H87-PRO PCI1 CHA_FAN3 Intel® H87 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 PCIEX16_2 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI2 PCI3 SB_PWR USB910 USB1112 USB1314 64Mb BIOS SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 CLRTC SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 PANEL 9 3 10 11 10 16...
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1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. H87-PRO H87-PRO CPU socket LGA1150 • Ensure that... you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA 1150 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS...
1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. H87-PRO H87-PRO CPU socket LGA1150 • Ensure that... you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA 1150 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS...
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1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 H87-PRO H87-PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-9 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 H87-PRO H87-PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-9 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
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... more on XMP mode will run at a higher frequency, refer to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on the motherboard. Load the X.M.P. Any excess memory from a memory module. settings in Channel A and Channel B. Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction To ... you want to install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is recommended to protect the CPU. • Due to section 3.5 Ai ...
... more on XMP mode will run at a higher frequency, refer to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on the motherboard. Load the X.M.P. Any excess memory from a memory module. settings in Channel A and Channel B. Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction To ... you want to install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is recommended to protect the CPU. • Due to section 3.5 Ai ...
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H87-PRO Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot [Yellow] (at x16 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCI1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [Dark brown] (at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) PCI2 slot PCI3 slot ASUS H87-PRO 1-11 Chapter 1 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
H87-PRO Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot [Yellow] (at x16 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCI1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [Dark brown] (at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) PCI2 slot PCI3 slot ASUS H87-PRO 1-11 Chapter 1 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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The default setting is x2 mode. Go to the BIOS Setup to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • ...- - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction IRQ assignments for this motherboard Component LAN PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 PCIE x1_1 PCIE x1_2 PCI_1 PCI_2 PCI_3 Intel® PCH SATA Controller HD Audio USB 2.0_1 USB 2.0_2 USB...
The default setting is x2 mode. Go to the BIOS Setup to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • ...- - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction IRQ assignments for this motherboard Component LAN PCIE x16_1 PCIE x16_2 PCIE x1_1 PCIE x1_2 PCI_1 PCI_2 PCI_3 Intel® PCH SATA Controller HD Audio USB 2.0_1 USB 2.0_2 USB...
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... and unplug the power cord for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! function. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-13 The blinking speed of failsafe settings. button to boot after using the MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to... the system to test one set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to switch lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK!
... and unplug the power cord for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! function. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-13 The blinking speed of failsafe settings. button to boot after using the MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to... the system to test one set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to switch lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK!