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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi N3150I-C / N3050I-C specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-4 1.5 Expansion slots 1-7 1.6 Headers...1-8 1.7 Connectors 1-10 1.8 Software support 1-18 1.9 Windows® 7 and USB 3.0... menu...2-12 2.5 Advanced menu 2-14 2.6 Monitor menu 2-20 2.7 Boot menu...2-23 2.8 Tool menu...2-29 2.9 Exit menu...2-30 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi N3150I-C / N3050I-C specifications summary vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-4 1.5 Expansion slots 1-7 1.6 Headers...1-8 1.7 Connectors 1-10 1.8 Software support 1-18 1.9 Windows® 7 and USB 3.0... menu...2-12 2.5 Advanced menu 2-14 2.6 Monitor menu 2-20 2.7 Boot menu...2-23 2.8 Tool menu...2-29 2.9 Exit menu...2-30 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
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...voltage of the electrical outlet you are also provided. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Do not place the product in your area. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it , carefully read all the manuals that all cables are correctly connected...cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...
...voltage of the electrical outlet you are also provided. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Do not place the product in your area. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it , carefully read all the manuals that all cables are correctly connected...cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...
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...® ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Integrated Graphics Processor- Supports D-sub with HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard ASUS N3150I-C or N3050I-C motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shields Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide If any of the above items is...
...® ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Integrated Graphics Processor- Supports D-sub with HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard ASUS N3150I-C or N3050I-C motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shields Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide If any of the above items is...
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... is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following ...precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any component. •...
... is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following ...precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any component. •...
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...orientation. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Ensure that you install... Screw holes Place four screws into it. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis N3150I-C N3050I-C 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2 Motherboard overview Before you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the...
...orientation. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Ensure that you install... Screw holes Place four screws into it. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis N3150I-C N3050I-C 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2 Motherboard overview Before you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the...
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...Display panel backlight power selector (3-pin BLKT_PWR_SEL) 11. LVDS connector (40-pin LVDS) 13. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C Mini PCIe SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 N3150I-C N3050I-C DDR3_DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATX_PWR 17.0cm(6.7in) 5 7 Page 1-...U-DIMM sockets 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 18. Flat panel display brightness (8-pin LCD_BLKT_PANEL) 12. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 45 6 17.0cm(6.7in) KBMS CPU_FAN CHA_FAN LAN_USBE12 ATX12V LANGuard USB3_12 USBE34 USB3_34 19 ASM 1442K Intel...
...Display panel backlight power selector (3-pin BLKT_PWR_SEL) 11. LVDS connector (40-pin LVDS) 13. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C Mini PCIe SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 N3150I-C N3050I-C DDR3_DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATX_PWR 17.0cm(6.7in) 5 7 Page 1-...U-DIMM sockets 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 18. Flat panel display brightness (8-pin LCD_BLKT_PANEL) 12. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 45 6 17.0cm(6.7in) KBMS CPU_FAN CHA_FAN LAN_USBE12 ATX12V LANGuard USB3_12 USBE34 USB3_34 19 ASM 1442K Intel...
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.../ Dual-core processor and a specially designed CPU heatsink. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with Intel SOC N3150. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 U-DIMM sockets: Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 N3150I-C N3050I-C DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 N3150I-C / N3050I-C 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets When you install only one memory module...
.../ Dual-core processor and a specially designed CPU heatsink. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with Intel SOC N3150. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 U-DIMM sockets: Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 N3150I-C N3050I-C DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 N3150I-C / N3050I-C 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets When you install only one memory module...
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... vendor. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. - For more details, refer to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you are using a 32-bit...of the following: - Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 1-5 For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Refer...
... vendor. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. - For more details, refer to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you are using a 32-bit...of the following: - Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 1-5 For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Refer...
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... (if your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C...expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Align the card connector with the screw you intend to the card. 3. Install the software drivers for this motherboard Component PCIe x4 Realtek 8111H LAN controller SATA controller HD Audio XHCI controller A B C D E F G H shared - - - - - - ...
... (if your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C...expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Align the card connector with the screw you intend to the card. 3. Install the software drivers for this motherboard Component PCIe x4 Realtek 8111H LAN controller SATA controller HD Audio XHCI controller A B C D E F G H shared - - - - - - ...
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... standard. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2. PS/2 keyboard port. This port connects a modem, or other protected content. 9. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 7. To...Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set to [HD]. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 1-11 This port is for connecting USB 3.0 devices. 10. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for details.
... standard. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2. PS/2 keyboard port. This port connects a modem, or other protected content. 9. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 7. To...Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set to [HD]. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 1-11 This port is for connecting USB 3.0 devices. 10. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for details.
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... module is for a serial (COM) port. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN N3150I-C / N3050I-C Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps... on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is purchased separately. 3. N3150I-C N3050I-C CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN +12V GND ...
... module is for a serial (COM) port. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN N3150I-C / N3050I-C Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps... on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is purchased separately. 3. N3150I-C N3050I-C CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN +12V GND ...
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... IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND N3150I-C / N3050I-C USB3.0 connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. 7. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6. N3150I-C N3050I-C USBE34 NC GND USB_P3+ USB_P3USB+5V GND USB_P4+ USB_P4USB+5V PIN 1 N3150I-C / N3050I-C USB2.0 connector Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the...
... IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND N3150I-C / N3050I-C USB3.0 connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. 7. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6. N3150I-C N3050I-C USBE34 NC GND USB_P3+ USB_P3USB+5V GND USB_P4+ USB_P4USB+5V PIN 1 N3150I-C / N3050I-C USB2.0 connector Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the...
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...-click the ASSETUP.EXE to your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. The contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for updates. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your computer, browse...
...-click the ASSETUP.EXE to your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. The contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for updates. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your computer, browse...
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... through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). Click to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. With this utlity, you need to restore the BIOS in the future. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 2-1 To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite... 3 main menu bar. BIOS information 2 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case...
... through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). Click to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. With this utlity, you need to restore the BIOS in the future. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 2-1 To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite... 3 main menu bar. BIOS information 2 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case...
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... Updater allows you press to the USB port. 3. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 2-3 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that you to update the BIOS in this utility, ... environment. The screen captures used in DOS environment. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this section...
... Updater allows you press to the USB port. 3. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 2-3 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that you to update the BIOS in this utility, ... environment. The screen captures used in DOS environment. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this section...
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... control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Press to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter... this section are for information on the system chassis. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). See section 2.9 Exit Menu for this option only if you do not press...
... control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Press to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter... this section are for information on the system chassis. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). See section 2.9 Exit Menu for this option only if you do not press...
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... to the Setup Mode item in section 2.7 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Selects the display language of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 2-7
... to the Setup Mode item in section 2.7 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Selects the display language of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. ASUS N3150I-C / N3050I-C 2-7
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Quick Note MyFavorite Language Menu bar Hot Keys Sub-menu item Menu items General help Configuration fields Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to configure the BIOS settings. 2.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press . Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode.
Quick Note MyFavorite Language Menu bar Hot Keys Sub-menu item Menu items General help Configuration fields Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to configure the BIOS settings. 2.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press . Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to EZ Mode Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode.
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... allows you to enable or disable the Rom of the USB ports. 2.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout for the location of the Realtek LAN controller. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3] Parallel Port Configuration...
... allows you to enable or disable the Rom of the USB ports. 2.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout for the location of the Realtek LAN controller. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3] Parallel Port Configuration...