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... adjustments and easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. This proprietary design increases overclocking headroom to push performance to quickly resume from the CPU, with accurate input through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite ...power hibernate state in sleep mode. Intel® Smart Response Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD...
... adjustments and easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. This proprietary design increases overclocking headroom to push performance to quickly resume from the CPU, with accurate input through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite ...power hibernate state in sleep mode. Intel® Smart Response Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD...
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...dB thermal solution that makes it easier for you to manage your network programs. AI Suite 3 With its elegant appearance. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-3 USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), significantly increases a USB device's transfer speed up to...system is an intuitive one-step network control center that offers you to simply press a button to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) conditions can happen while plugging or unplugging ...
...dB thermal solution that makes it easier for you to manage your network programs. AI Suite 3 With its elegant appearance. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-3 USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), significantly increases a USB device's transfer speed up to...system is an intuitive one-step network control center that offers you to simply press a button to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) conditions can happen while plugging or unplugging ...
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...mapped for the latest QVL. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. ..., we recommend that you 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 dependent on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install memory...
...mapped for the latest QVL. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. ..., we recommend that you 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 dependent on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install memory...
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...the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! button to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to switch lights continuously. 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow...and load BIOS default settings. function. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-13 button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to boot after using the MemOK! H87-PRO H87-PRO MemOK! function. • The MemOK! To ...
...the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! button to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to switch lights continuously. 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow...and load BIOS default settings. function. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-13 button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to boot after using the MemOK! H87-PRO H87-PRO MemOK! function. • The MemOK! To ...
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You can automatically reset parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, ...down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-15 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. H87-PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) H87-PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Removing the cap will cause ...
You can automatically reset parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, ...down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-15 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. H87-PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) H87-PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Removing the cap will cause ...
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.... The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse... startup in this motherboard. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-1 You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the help of a trained service personnel.
.... The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse... startup in this motherboard. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-1 You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the help of a trained service personnel.
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... options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Back button Menu bar General...
... options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Back button Menu bar General...
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... on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] ASUS H87-PRO 3-9 The configuration options for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-defined memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Allows you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the processor to its possible minimum value.
... on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] ASUS H87-PRO 3-9 The configuration options for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-defined memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Allows you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the processor to its possible minimum value.
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... to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to adjust the value. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. This following percentages to 350kHz with a 50kHz interval. CPU Current Capability...Manual Adjustment] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Manual Adjustment [Fast] Allows you to [Manual Adjustment]. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to set...
... to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to adjust the value. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. This following percentages to 350kHz with a 50kHz interval. CPU Current Capability...Manual Adjustment] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Manual Adjustment [Fast] Allows you to [Manual Adjustment]. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to set...
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... the marked frequency in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-15 CPU Integrated VR Current Limit [Auto] Allows you to [Enabled]. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use ... Allows your core processor's speed to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Disable this item when overclocking. Short Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the ...
... the marked frequency in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-15 CPU Integrated VR Current Limit [Auto] Allows you to [Enabled]. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use ... Allows your core processor's speed to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Disable this item when overclocking. Short Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the ...
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...[Auto] [0.00] - [1.50] CPU Internal Power Saving Control Power Saving Level 1 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state. Configuration options...[High Performance] [Balanced] Power Decay Mode [Auto] Allows your system to enlarge the overclocking potential. Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to adjust the value. It finds the balance between optimal regulating while staying below the...
...[Auto] [0.00] - [1.50] CPU Internal Power Saving Control Power Saving Level 1 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to improve the power saving mode on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state. Configuration options...[High Performance] [Balanced] Power Decay Mode [Auto] Allows your system to enlarge the overclocking potential. Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to adjust the value. It finds the balance between optimal regulating while staying below the...
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... key to adjust the value. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800V to [Adaptive Mode]. Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-17 VCCIN Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Core Voltage to 3.040V with a 0.001V interval. The following item appears only.... The values range from 0A to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode]. Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to the cores of voltage when increasing core frequency. Higher value provides better power-saving condition. CPU Core Voltage [Auto] Allows you...
... key to adjust the value. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800V to [Adaptive Mode]. Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-17 VCCIN Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Core Voltage to 3.040V with a 0.001V interval. The following item appears only.... The values range from 0A to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode]. Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to the cores of voltage when increasing core frequency. Higher value provides better power-saving condition. CPU Core Voltage [Auto] Allows you...
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... of voltage when increasing DRAM frequency. The values range from 1.185V to set the SVID Voltage override. We recommend that you disable this function when overclocking. • The following item appears only when you set the DRAM voltage. CPU Digital I /O on the processor. CPU Analog I /O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] To offset...
... of voltage when increasing DRAM frequency. The values range from 1.185V to set the SVID Voltage override. We recommend that you disable this function when overclocking. • The following item appears only when you set the DRAM voltage. CPU Digital I /O on the processor. CPU Analog I /O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] To offset...
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...0.005V interval. Use the or keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-21 The values range from 0.3950x to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on the PCH. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to adjust the value. Use the or keys to... on the control lines. DRAM CTRL REF Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. The values range from 0.3950x to work stably under high voltage settings.
...0.005V interval. Use the or keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-21 The values range from 0.3950x to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on the PCH. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to adjust the value. Use the or keys to... on the control lines. DRAM CTRL REF Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. The values range from 0.3950x to work stably under high voltage settings.
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Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to control the CPU Load-line. Chapter 4 ASUS H87-PRO 4-5 Adjust to a high value for system performance or to increase VRM efficiency. 4 CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response ...• The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 1 CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to adjust the voltage range to get more transient ...
Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to control the CPU Load-line. Chapter 4 ASUS H87-PRO 4-5 Adjust to a high value for system performance or to increase VRM efficiency. 4 CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response ...• The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 1 CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to adjust the voltage range to get more transient ...
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...EVO will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for an enhanced system stability and boost performance. To launch TurboV EVO, click TurboV EVO on the next system boot. ..., CPU Cache and Core frequencies, and related voltages for detailed software configuration. For system stability, all the changes Chapter 4 ASUS H87-PRO 4-7 It also provides the Auto Tuning function that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up. Using TurboV EVO CPU Frequency Click to save your customized...
...EVO will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for an enhanced system stability and boost performance. To launch TurboV EVO, click TurboV EVO on the next system boot. ..., CPU Cache and Core frequencies, and related voltages for detailed software configuration. For system stability, all the changes Chapter 4 ASUS H87-PRO 4-7 It also provides the Auto Tuning function that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up. Using TurboV EVO CPU Frequency Click to save your customized...