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... 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 memory 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion...
... 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 memory 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion...
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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 ...BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 My Favorites 3-6 3.4 Main menu 3-7 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu 3-9 3.6 Advanced menu 3-22 3.6.1 CPU Configuration 3-23 3.6.2 PCH Configuration 3-26 3.6.3 SATA Configuration 3-27 3.6.4 System Agent Configuration 3-28 3.6.5 USB Configuration 3-30 3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration 3-32 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-32 3.6.8...
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 ...BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 My Favorites 3-6 3.4 Main menu 3-7 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu 3-9 3.6 Advanced menu 3-22 3.6.1 CPU Configuration 3-23 3.6.2 PCH Configuration 3-26 3.6.3 SATA Configuration 3-27 3.6.4 System Agent Configuration 3-28 3.6.5 USB Configuration 3-30 3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration 3-32 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-32 3.6.8...
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H87-PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Multi-GPU support Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® Processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The ... ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (yellow) with the PCIe X1_1 and PCIe x1_2 slots. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz - Supports up to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** Due to change the settings. Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. resolution 1920 x ...
H87-PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Multi-GPU support Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® Processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The ... ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (yellow) with the PCIe X1_1 and PCIe x1_2 slots. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz - Supports up to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** Due to change the settings. Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. resolution 1920 x ...
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... at back I/O Intel® H87 Express Chipset - ASUS AI Suite 3 - ASUS CPU power utility ASUS DRAM Fuse - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Digital Power Design - ASUS USB Charger+ - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for extended component lifespan ASUS All 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors -... coating ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS 6 Phase Power Design - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Slot (continued on the next page) ASUS EPU - Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for top network program in use - H87-PRO specifications summary LAN Audio USB ASUS unique ...
... at back I/O Intel® H87 Express Chipset - ASUS AI Suite 3 - ASUS CPU power utility ASUS DRAM Fuse - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Digital Power Design - ASUS USB Charger+ - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for extended component lifespan ASUS All 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors -... coating ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS 6 Phase Power Design - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Slot (continued on the next page) ASUS EPU - Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for top network program in use - H87-PRO specifications summary LAN Audio USB ASUS unique ...
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... 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (yellow) 1 x CPU fan connector (4-pin) 3 x Chassis fan connectors (4-pin) 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x COM connector 1 x System panel...continued on the next page) xi ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - H87-PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto ...
... 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (yellow) 1 x CPU fan connector (4-pin) 3 x Chassis fan connectors (4-pin) 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x COM connector 1 x System panel...continued on the next page) xi ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - H87-PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto ...
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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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...detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. 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... delivers stable system-level upgrades for a more stable CPU Vcore voltages. This saves wait time for applications to receive updates for various overclocking scenarios, with ultra-fast sensing...
...detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. 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... delivers stable system-level upgrades for a more stable CPU Vcore voltages. This saves wait time for applications to receive updates for various overclocking scenarios, with ultra-fast sensing...
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...) 16. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 2. CPU & Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~3) 4. Intel® H87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA 6G_1~6) 11. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) Page 1-20 1-22 1-21 1-8 1-14 1-15 1-9 1-13 1-18 1-17 1-15 1-23 1-19 1-19 1-20 1-15 Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-7 DDR3 DIMM sockets 8. button 9. MemOK! GPU Boost...
...) 16. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 2. CPU & Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~3) 4. Intel® H87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA 6G_1~6) 11. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) Page 1-20 1-22 1-21 1-8 1-14 1-15 1-9 1-13 1-18 1-17 1-15 1-23 1-19 1-19 1-20 1-15 Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-7 DDR3 DIMM sockets 8. button 9. MemOK! GPU Boost...
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...socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise ... the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. H87-PRO H87-PRO CPU socket LGA1150 • Ensure that all power cables are not bent. DO NOT install...
...socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise ... the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. H87-PRO H87-PRO CPU socket LGA1150 • Ensure that all power cables are not bent. DO NOT install...
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...bit Windows OS. Load the X.M.P. settings in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is recommended to protect the CPU. • Due to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can... transfer rate of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of DDR3 1600 MHz....
...bit Windows OS. Load the X.M.P. settings in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is recommended to protect the CPU. • Due to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can... transfer rate of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of DDR3 1600 MHz....
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...clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-15 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 system boot failure! •... seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back...
...clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-15 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 system boot failure! •... seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back...
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... you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the 4-pin CPU fan cable is securely installed to the fan connectors. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-21 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND H87-PRO CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN3 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA... FAN PWM CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND H87-PRO Fan connectors • DO...
... you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the 4-pin CPU fan cable is securely installed to the fan connectors. Chapter 1 ASUS H87-PRO 1-21 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND H87-PRO CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN3 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA... FAN PWM CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND H87-PRO Fan connectors • DO...
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... the pins on the LGA1150 socket. 1 2 3 Chapter 2 The CPU fits in only one orientation. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. 2.1.2 CPU installation Your motherboard's LGA1150 socket may come with the PnP cap on your CPU socket's load plate. Intel® LGA1150 socket (PnP cap on the... load plate) Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the socket or damaging the CPU. 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to install your CPU based on the placement of PnP cap on the load plate...
... the pins on the LGA1150 socket. 1 2 3 Chapter 2 The CPU fits in only one orientation. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. 2.1.2 CPU installation Your motherboard's LGA1150 socket may come with the PnP cap on your CPU socket's load plate. Intel® LGA1150 socket (PnP cap on the... load plate) Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the socket or damaging the CPU. 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to install your CPU based on the placement of PnP cap on the load plate...
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4 5 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A 2 B B A Chapter 2 ASUS H87-PRO 2-5
4 5 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A 2 B B A Chapter 2 ASUS H87-PRO 2-5
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3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 Chapter 2 2 B A B A 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 Chapter 2 2 B A B A 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to the Setup Mode item in section 3.8 Boot menu for details. ASUS H87-PRO 3-3 The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Selects the boot device priority • The .... • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. Displays the CPU temperature, CPU voltage output, DRAM information, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves...
3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to the Setup Mode item in section 3.8 Boot menu for details. ASUS H87-PRO 3-3 The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Selects the boot device priority • The .... • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. Displays the CPU temperature, CPU voltage output, DRAM information, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves...
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...menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to its possible minimum value. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for this section vary depending on the motherboard. 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu ...Configuration options: [Auto] [Sync All Cores] [Per Core] Min CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to default core ratio settings. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] ASUS H87-PRO 3-9 CPU Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set to set the CPU ratio and sync automatically, per core or all cores.
...menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to its possible minimum value. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for this section vary depending on the motherboard. 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu ...Configuration options: [Auto] [Sync All Cores] [Per Core] Min CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to default core ratio settings. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] ASUS H87-PRO 3-9 CPU Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set to set the CPU ratio and sync automatically, per core or all cores.
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...may vary depending on the system loading. [Manual] Use the or keys to adjust the optimal iGPU frequency value. Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core Ratio... to set the 4 Core Ratio Limit. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] When the CPU Core Ratio is higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. 1-Core Limit must not be set to [Auto]. 4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows...
...may vary depending on the system loading. [Manual] Use the or keys to adjust the optimal iGPU frequency value. Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core Ratio... to set the 4 Core Ratio Limit. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] When the CPU Core Ratio is higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. 1-Core Limit must not be set to [Auto]. 4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows...
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... [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on the CPU. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal ...(Ultra High), and 100% (Extreme). This following percentages to set the power phase based on your CPU specification. Manual Adjustment [Fast] Allows you set the CPU Power Phase Control item to set a fixed CPU frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a ...
... [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on the CPU. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal ...(Ultra High), and 100% (Extreme). This following percentages to set the power phase based on your CPU specification. Manual Adjustment [Fast] Allows you set the CPU Power Phase Control item to set a fixed CPU frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a ...
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...Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this item when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-15 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition. Use the and keys... to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. CPU Integrated VR Current Limit [Auto] Allows you to help votlage stability. Decrease to help consume less power or increase to...
...Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this item when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS H87-PRO 3-15 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition. Use the and keys... to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. CPU Integrated VR Current Limit [Auto] Allows you to help votlage stability. Decrease to help consume less power or increase to...