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... included in this manual, including the products and software described in this information. ii No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR... OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Where the applicable license entitles you wish to the email address gpl@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as the corresponding binary/object code....
... included in this manual, including the products and software described in this information. ii No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR... OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Where the applicable license entitles you wish to the email address gpl@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as the corresponding binary/object code....
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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi H87M-E specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers 1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-12 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-... 2-9 2.4 Main menu 2-10 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-12 2.6 Advanced menu 2-23 2.7 Monitor menu 2-32 2.8 Boot menu 2-35 2.9 Tools menu 2-41 2.10 Exit menu 2-42 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi H87M-E specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers 1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-12 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-... 2-9 2.4 Main menu 2-10 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-12 2.6 Advanced menu 2-23 2.7 Monitor menu 2-32 2.8 Boot menu 2-35 2.9 Tools menu 2-41 2.10 Exit menu 2-42 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
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If you detect any area where it may be exposed to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. Do not place the product in your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,...
If you detect any area where it may be exposed to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. Do not place the product in your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,...
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... provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you must press two or more information Refer to the following symbols used in ... and greater-than sign means that you must press the Enter or Return key. Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. Keys enclosed in this manual. If you complete a task. Refer to select. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to emphasize a word or a phrase...
... provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you must press two or more information Refer to the following symbols used in ... and greater-than sign means that you must press the Enter or Return key. Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. Keys enclosed in this manual. If you complete a task. Refer to select. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to emphasize a word or a phrase...
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...; Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** Due to support an 8-channel audio output. (continued on the CPU...Supports HDMI with max. resolution of individual CPUs. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS H87M-E motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of DDR3 1600MHz. Integrated graphics processor ...
...; Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** Due to support an 8-channel audio output. (continued on the CPU...Supports HDMI with max. resolution of individual CPUs. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS H87M-E motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of DDR3 1600MHz. Integrated graphics processor ...
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... at midboard, 2 ports at back panel) ASUS 5X Protection - ASUS motherboards safeguard your PC with excellent durability ASUS Stainless Steel Back I /O to ensure the best quality, reliability, and durability ASUS Digital Power Design - ASUS Ai Charger - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page) vii H87M-E specifications summary LAN USB ASUS unique features Realtek 8111G Gigabit LAN...
... at midboard, 2 ports at back panel) ASUS 5X Protection - ASUS motherboards safeguard your PC with excellent durability ASUS Stainless Steel Back I /O to ensure the best quality, reliability, and durability ASUS Digital Power Design - ASUS Ai Charger - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page) vii H87M-E specifications summary LAN USB ASUS unique features Realtek 8111G Gigabit LAN...
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H87M-E specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x DVI ... 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers...
H87M-E specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x DVI ... 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers...
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... holes indicated by the edges to motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the correct orientation. ASUS H87M-E 1-1 Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage to avoid touching...
... holes indicated by the edges to motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the correct orientation. ASUS H87M-E 1-1 Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage to avoid touching...
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis H87M-E 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 34 3 5 19.3cm (7.6in) KBMS EATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 DVI_VGA DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240... EATXPWR 24.4cm (9.6in) 1-2 LGA1150 USB3_34 2 USB3_56 HDMI ASM 1442 KB_USBPWB LAN_USB78 USB3_12 COM BATTERY 6 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 16 RTL 8111G PCIEX16 H87M-E 15 14 Super I/O SB_PWR ALC 887-VD2 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 USBPWF PCIEX1_3 64Mb Intel® BIOS H87 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 7 SPDIF_OUT AAFP USB910 USB1112 USB1314 CLRTC ...
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis H87M-E 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 34 3 5 19.3cm (7.6in) KBMS EATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 DVI_VGA DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240... EATXPWR 24.4cm (9.6in) 1-2 LGA1150 USB3_34 2 USB3_56 HDMI ASM 1442 KB_USBPWB LAN_USB78 USB3_12 COM BATTERY 6 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 16 RTL 8111G PCIEX16 H87M-E 15 14 Super I/O SB_PWR ALC 887-VD2 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 USBPWF PCIEX1_3 64Mb Intel® BIOS H87 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 7 SPDIF_OUT AAFP USB910 USB1112 USB1314 CLRTC ...
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.... USB device wake-up (USBPWF) 16. Keyboard and USB device wakeup (KB_USBPWB) 2. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 12. H87M-E H87M-E CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS H87M-E 1-3 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) 4. Intel® LGA1150 CPU socket 5. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM) Page 1-11 1-14 1-16...
.... USB device wake-up (USBPWF) 16. Keyboard and USB device wakeup (KB_USBPWB) 2. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 12. H87M-E H87M-E CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS H87M-E 1-3 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) 4. Intel® LGA1150 CPU socket 5. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM) Page 1-11 1-14 1-16...
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... Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction DO NOT install a CPU designed for the LGA1150 socket only. Contact ...
... Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction DO NOT install a CPU designed for the LGA1150 socket only. Contact ...
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ASUS H87M-E 1-5 4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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.
ASUS H87M-E 1-5 4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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.
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 H87M-E H87M-E 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ... the DDR3 slot. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you install memory modules of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS H87M-E 1-7 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you do any of DDR3 1600MHz. • Always install DIMMs with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual ...
DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 H87M-E H87M-E 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ... the DDR3 slot. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you install memory modules of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS H87M-E 1-7 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you do any of DDR3 1600MHz. • Always install DIMMs with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual ...
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...until the retaining clips snap back in the wrong direction to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Locked Retaining Clip 1.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Under the default... state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at : www.asus.com for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3 3....
...until the retaining clips snap back in the wrong direction to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Locked Retaining Clip 1.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Under the default... state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at : www.asus.com for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3 3....
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... that they support. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. See Chapter 2 for later use . ASUS H87M-E 1-9 The DIMM might get damaged when it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card...
... that they support. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. See Chapter 2 for later use . ASUS H87M-E 1-9 The DIMM might get damaged when it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card...
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... Audio USB2.0_1 USB2.0_2 USB3.0 A - shared - - BC D E F G H - shared - - - - -- - - - - - - - shared - - - -- - - The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. H87M-E CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC H87M-E Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC...
... Audio USB2.0_1 USB2.0_2 USB3.0 A - shared - - BC D E F G H - shared - - - - -- - - - - - - - shared - - - -- - - The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. H87M-E CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC H87M-E Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC...
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... mode). Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; KB_USBPWB 12 23 H87M-E +5V +5VSB (Default) H87M-E Keyboard and USB device wake up • The USB device wake-up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power..., then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to reenter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. 2. ASUS H87M-E 1-11 4. Keyboard and USB device wake-up (KB_USBPWB) Set this jumper to +5V to overclocking. For system failure due to wake up . ...
... mode). Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; KB_USBPWB 12 23 H87M-E +5V +5VSB (Default) H87M-E Keyboard and USB device wake up • The USB device wake-up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power..., then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to reenter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. 2. ASUS H87M-E 1-11 4. Keyboard and USB device wake-up (KB_USBPWB) Set this jumper to +5V to overclocking. For system failure due to wake up . ...
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... 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H87M-E USB device wake up (USBPWF) This jumper allows you can supply at least 1A on the USB mouse. This port allows Gigabit connection to enable ...
... 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H87M-E USB device wake up (USBPWF) This jumper allows you can supply at least 1A on the USB mouse. This port allows Gigabit connection to enable ...