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... 1.12 Onboard LEDs 1-29 1.13 Software support 1-30 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-30 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-30 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help...
... 1.12 Onboard LEDs 1-29 1.13 Software support 1-30 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-30 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-30 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help...
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...motherboard. Example: ++ viii Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. About this guide This user guide contains the information you must press two or more information Refer to the ...been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to select. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products.
...motherboard. Example: ++ viii Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. About this guide This user guide contains the information you must press two or more information Refer to the ...been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to select. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products.
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... Retasking (HD mode only) - Support S/PDIF out interface * U se the chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to DDR3 1066MHz. M5A87 specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom...100 series processors AMD® 140W CPU support AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * 32nm AM3+ CPU is supported by BIOS version 0401 and later. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® 870 / SB850 Up to 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface Dual...
... Retasking (HD mode only) - Support S/PDIF out interface * U se the chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to DDR3 1066MHz. M5A87 specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX™ / Phenom...100 series processors AMD® 140W CPU support AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * 32nm AM3+ CPU is supported by BIOS version 0401 and later. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list AMD® 870 / SB850 Up to 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 interface Dual...
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... x LPT port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 3 x Audio jacks (continued on the next page) MemOK! ASUS EZ Flash 2 - HT frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - vChipset (VDDNB): Adjustable chipset voltage at 1MHz increment - Turbo Key...): - Core Unlocker - PCIe frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 550MHz at 0.003125V increment - M5A87 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports ASUS Hybrid Switch - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 -
... x LPT port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 3 x Audio jacks (continued on the next page) MemOK! ASUS EZ Flash 2 - HT frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - vChipset (VDDNB): Adjustable chipset voltage at 1MHz increment - Turbo Key...): - Core Unlocker - PCIe frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 550MHz at 0.003125V increment - M5A87 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports ASUS Hybrid Switch - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 -
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M5A87 specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.4 in (30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. button 1 x Core Unlocker switch 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables...
M5A87 specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.4 in (30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. button 1 x Core Unlocker switch 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables...
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... OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without performing complicated BIOS changes. with no time. ASUS M5A87 1-3 guickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in no need to switch back and forth between different utilities. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere...
... OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without performing complicated BIOS changes. with no time. ASUS M5A87 1-3 guickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in no need to switch back and forth between different utilities. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere...
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... system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that allows you ...energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to personalize your system. C.P.R. (CPU...
... system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that allows you ...energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to personalize your system. C.P.R. (CPU...
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USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-26 USB1112, USB1314) 1-11 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-25 ASUS M5A87 1-7 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G1~6) 1-23 1-22 9. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-19 1-29 11. Standby power LED (SB_PWR)...0in) CHA_FAN AUDIO AAFP asmedia ASM1042 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX1_1 ICS 9LPRS483 AMD® 870 M5A87 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 2 EATXPWR AMD® SB850 Lithium Cell CMOS Power 16Mb BIOS SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_6 8 ALC887 SPDIF_OUT PCI3 SB_PWR USB78 USB910 USB1112 ...
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-26 USB1112, USB1314) 1-11 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-25 ASUS M5A87 1-7 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G1~6) 1-23 1-22 9. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-19 1-29 11. Standby power LED (SB_PWR)...0in) CHA_FAN AUDIO AAFP asmedia ASM1042 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX1_1 ICS 9LPRS483 AMD® 870 M5A87 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 2 EATXPWR AMD® SB850 Lithium Cell CMOS Power 16Mb BIOS SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_6 8 ALC887 SPDIF_OUT PCI3 SB_PWR USB78 USB910 USB1112 ...
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... assignments. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Turn on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Assign an IRQ to do not need to install expansion cards. Replace the...
... assignments. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Turn on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Assign an IRQ to do not need to install expansion cards. Replace the...
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... RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS M5A87 1-19 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the... system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause...
... RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS M5A87 1-19 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the... system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause...
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... connectors are set to [RAID]. If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB850 controller. ASUS M5A87 1-23 AMD® SB850 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6) These connectors are using Windows® XP SP3 or later version. • When ... Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to IDE mode by default. See section 2.3.4 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. See section 2.3.4 SATA ...
... connectors are set to [RAID]. If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB850 controller. ASUS M5A87 1-23 AMD® SB850 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6) These connectors are using Windows® XP SP3 or later version. • When ... Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to IDE mode by default. See section 2.3.4 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. See section 2.3.4 SATA ...
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...BIOS to configure the setting. 5. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to [HD Audio]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS M5A87... 1-25 AAFP SENSE2_RETUR PORT2 L NC Line out_L SENSE_SEND NC SENSE1_RETUR PORT2 R NC Line out_R M5A87 PRESENCE# PORT1 R NC MICPWR GND PORT1 L PIN 1 AGND MIC2 PIN 1 HD...
...BIOS to configure the setting. 5. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to [HD Audio]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS M5A87... 1-25 AAFP SENSE2_RETUR PORT2 L NC Line out_L SENSE_SEND NC SENSE1_RETUR PORT2 R NC Line out_R M5A87 PRESENCE# PORT1 R NC MICPWR GND PORT1 L PIN 1 AGND MIC2 PIN 1 HD...
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...-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu follows the current setting of the Core Unlocker switch. • If you clear the CMOS, the Core Unlocker feature will be disabled regardless of the current settings of your CPU. ASUS M5A87 1-27 To ensure system performance, turn ...the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you have made. • If you load the BIOS setup defaults, the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for ...
...-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu follows the current setting of the Core Unlocker switch. • If you clear the CMOS, the Core Unlocker feature will be disabled regardless of the current settings of your CPU. ASUS M5A87 1-27 To ensure system performance, turn ...the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you have made. • If you load the BIOS setup defaults, the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for ...
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...M5A87 M5A87 MemOK! function. • The MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to boot after using the MemOK! switch • Refer to BIOS... set is not properly installed. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible...
...M5A87 M5A87 MemOK! function. • The MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to boot after using the MemOK! switch • Refer to BIOS... set is not properly installed. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible...
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...down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in the BIOS menu is solved. O2LED1 M5A87 M5A87 Core Unlocker LED ASUS M5A87 The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in any motherboard component. This is a reminder that the ...system is turned to locate the root problem within a second. SB_PWR M5A87 M5A87 Onboard LED ON OFF ...
...down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in the BIOS menu is solved. O2LED1 M5A87 M5A87 Core Unlocker LED ASUS M5A87 The Core Unlocker LED keeps on lighting even though the ASUS Core Unlocker item in any motherboard component. This is a reminder that the ...system is turned to locate the root problem within a second. SB_PWR M5A87 M5A87 Onboard LED ON OFF ...
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... to avoid network traffic, then click Next. ASUS M5A87 2-1 Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the popup menu. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. b. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods...
... to avoid network traffic, then click Next. ASUS M5A87 2-1 Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the popup menu. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. b. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods...
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... process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Follow the onscreen instructions to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through the Internet. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M5A87 VER...
... process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Follow the onscreen instructions to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through the Internet. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.14 Current ROM BOARD: M5A87 VER...
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...section 2.9 Exit menu for the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. ASUS M5A87 2-3 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool...DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the USB flash drive into M5A87.ROM. • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. The utility automatically checks the devices for...
...section 2.9 Exit menu for the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. ASUS M5A87 2-3 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool...DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the USB flash drive into M5A87.ROM. • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. The utility automatically checks the devices for...
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... this motherboard apply to most conditions to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. We recommend that you failed to guide you see on...
... this motherboard apply to most conditions to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. We recommend that you failed to guide you see on...
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... Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Ai Tweaker M5A87 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Main Settings System Time [16:34:30] System Date [Tue 01/11/2011] SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 SATA Configuration...keys to select a field. Some of a menu screen are the navigation keys for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings. ASUS M5A87 2-5 Submenu items Navigation keys 2.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right ...
... Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Ai Tweaker M5A87 BIOS Setup Advanced Power Boot Main Settings System Time [16:34:30] System Date [Tue 01/11/2011] SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 SATA Configuration...keys to select a field. Some of a menu screen are the navigation keys for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings. ASUS M5A87 2-5 Submenu items Navigation keys 2.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right ...