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...receipt of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may obtain it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for backup purposes, without intent to , by ASUS; E8197 First Edition V1 April 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. ... modification of alteration is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL"), under various Free Open Source Software licenses. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF...
...receipt of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may obtain it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for backup purposes, without intent to , by ASUS; E8197 First Edition V1 April 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. ... modification of alteration is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL"), under various Free Open Source Software licenses. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF...
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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 1-19 1.9 Software support 1-20 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 My...
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 1-19 1.9 Software support 1-20 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 My...
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.... • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. iv If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you detect any area where it supports. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables...
.... • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. iv If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you detect any area where it supports. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables...
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...; HDMI/DVI-D/RGB port Multi-VGA output support: D-Sub, DVI, and HDMI ports - Supports HDMI with max. H87M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage Audio LGA1150 socket 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 individual...
...; HDMI/DVI-D/RGB port Multi-VGA output support: D-Sub, DVI, and HDMI ports - Supports HDMI with max. H87M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage Audio LGA1150 socket 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 individual...
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... corrosion-resistant coating ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS EPU - ASUS Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for CPU - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - ASUS 4 Phase Power Design - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+HDD support - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page) vii ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphical user interface - H87M-E specifications summary LAN USB ASUS unique features Realtek...
... corrosion-resistant coating ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS EPU - ASUS Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for CPU - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - ASUS 4 Phase Power Design - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+HDD support - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page) vii ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphical user interface - H87M-E specifications summary LAN USB ASUS unique features Realtek...
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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 port 1 x RGB port 1 x HDMI port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports..., 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,...
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 port 1 x RGB port 1 x HDMI port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports..., 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,...
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... actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. 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... of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. ASUS H87M-E 1-7 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of DDR3 1600MHz. • Always install DIMMs with...
... actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. 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... of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. ASUS H87M-E 1-7 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of DDR3 1600MHz. • Always install DIMMs with...
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...avoid damaging the DIMM. 3 3. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it fits... the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. 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 section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu ...
...avoid damaging the DIMM. 3 3. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it fits... the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. 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 section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu ...
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...arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Support the DIMM lightly with your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure... injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. ASUS H87M-E 1-9 Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Install ...
...arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Support the DIMM lightly with your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure... injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. ASUS H87M-E 1-9 Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Install ...
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... cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction H87M-E CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC H87M-E Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 1.5.3 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI...
... cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction H87M-E CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC H87M-E Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 1.5.3 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI...
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... are for a PS/2 keyboard. This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other protected content. 9. Refer to support an 8-channel audio output. 7. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4. HDMI port. Microphone port (pink). ASUS H87M-E 1-13 This port is for any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller...
... are for a PS/2 keyboard. This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other protected content. 9. Refer to support an 8-channel audio output. 7. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4. HDMI port. Microphone port (pink). ASUS H87M-E 1-13 This port is for any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller...
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...with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND H87M-E SPDIF_OUT H87M-E Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for your system, refer to install additional devices. EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC... +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 H87M-E ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts •...cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at http://support.asus.
...with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND H87M-E SPDIF_OUT H87M-E Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for your system, refer to install additional devices. EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC... +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 H87M-E ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts •...cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at http://support.asus.
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...front panel audio module to this connector. COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI H87M-E H87M-E Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR ...out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H87M-E HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H87M-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ... module to this connector to avail of the system chassis. ASUS H87M-E 1-15 By default, this connector, set the item to [HD].
...front panel audio module to this connector. COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI H87M-E H87M-E Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR ...out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H87M-E HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H87M-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ... module to this connector to avail of the system chassis. ASUS H87M-E 1-15 By default, this connector, set the item to [HD].
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...SATA6G_2 H87M-E SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows. See section 2.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction These are not jumpers! Intel® H87 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6 [yellow]) This connector connects to [AHCI]. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan ... CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND H87M-E Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Do not place jumper caps on ...
...SATA6G_2 H87M-E SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows. See section 2.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction These are not jumpers! Intel® H87 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6 [yellow]) This connector connects to [AHCI]. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan ... CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND H87M-E Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Do not place jumper caps on ...
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... cable to 480Mbps connection speed. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS H87M-E 1-17 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the ...) These connectors are for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to the USB connectors. USB3_12 H87M-E H87M-E USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. 8. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 7.
... cable to 480Mbps connection speed. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS H87M-E 1-17 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the ...) These connectors are for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to the USB connectors. USB3_12 H87M-E H87M-E USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. 8. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 7.
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... H87M-E System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports... without turning off the system power. 10. The HDD LED lights up when you hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER H87M-E PIN 1 H87M-E Speaker Out connector 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction 9.
... H87M-E System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports... without turning off the system power. 10. The HDD LED lights up when you hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER H87M-E PIN 1 H87M-E Speaker Out connector 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction 9.
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...latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to change at www.asus.com for detailed information. 1.9.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software ...all motherboard features. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The contents of your ASUS motherboard. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 7 (32bit/64bit) and Windows® 8 (32bit/64bit)...
...latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to change at www.asus.com for detailed information. 1.9.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software ...all motherboard features. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The contents of your ASUS motherboard. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 7 (32bit/64bit) and Windows® 8 (32bit/64bit)...
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...to ensure system compatibility and stability. Reboot the system when the update process is done. • This function supports USB flash disks formatted using an OS‑based utility. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS ... to enable it. 3. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to the USB port. 2. Before you to find the BIOS file, and then press to prevent system boot failure! 2-2...
...to ensure system compatibility and stability. Reboot the system when the update process is done. • This function supports USB flash disks formatted using an OS‑based utility. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS ... to enable it. 3. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to the USB port. 2. Before you to find the BIOS file, and then press to prevent system boot failure! 2-2...
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... that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using FAT32/16 on the USB flash drive. ASUS H87M-E 2-3 The succeeding utility screens are for the BIOS file. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive formatted using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device...be the latest version. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or...
... that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using FAT32/16 on the USB flash drive. ASUS H87M-E 2-3 The succeeding utility screens are for the BIOS file. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive formatted using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device...be the latest version. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or...
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...item by pressing the item number. 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 H87M-E 0305 04/08/2013 H87M-E-ASUS-0214.CAP 8194 2013-04-08 15:25:48 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and... BIOS Updater to a DOS environment 1. Boot your computer. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. Insert the support DVD into...
...item by pressing the item number. 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 H87M-E 0305 04/08/2013 H87M-E-ASUS-0214.CAP 8194 2013-04-08 15:25:48 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and... BIOS Updater to a DOS environment 1. Boot your computer. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. Insert the support DVD into...