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... x P8B-X specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-3 1.2 Package contents 1-3 1.3 Serial number label 1-4 1.4 Special features 1-4 1.4.1 Product highlights 1-4 1.4.2 Innovative ASUS features ...1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-3 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-5 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-5 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-8 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-10 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-10 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 2-13 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU...
... x P8B-X specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-3 1.2 Package contents 1-3 1.3 Serial number label 1-4 1.4 Special features 1-4 1.4.1 Product highlights 1-4 1.4.2 Innovative ASUS features ...1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-3 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-5 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-5 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-8 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-10 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-10 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 2-13 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU...
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Contents 2.3.4 Installing the CPU heatsink in rack 2-15 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.4.1 Overview 2-16 2.4.2 Memory Configurations 2-16 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM 2-17 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 2-17 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.5.1... the computer 3-4 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-4 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-3 4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-3 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 4-4 4.1.3 BUPDATER utility 4-5 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-7 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-8 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-8 4.2.3 Menu items 4-9 iv
Contents 2.3.4 Installing the CPU heatsink in rack 2-15 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.4.1 Overview 2-16 2.4.2 Memory Configurations 2-16 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM 2-17 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 2-17 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.5.1... the computer 3-4 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-4 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-3 4.1.1 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-3 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 4-4 4.1.3 BUPDATER utility 4-5 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-7 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-8 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-8 4.2.3 Menu items 4-9 iv
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... 4-10 4.3.2 System Time [xx:xx:xx 4-10 4.3.3 Security 4-10 4.4 Event Logs menu 4-12 4.5 Advanced menu 4-14 4.5.1 ACPI Settings 4-14 4.5.2 Trusted Computing 4-15 4.5.3 WHEA Configuration 4-15 4.5.4 CPU Configuration 4-16 4.5.5 North Bridge 4-18 4.5.6 South Bridge 4-18 4.5.7 SATA Configuration 4-19 4.5.8 Intel TXT(LT) Configuration 4-20 4.5.9 USB Configuration 4-20 4.5.10 Onboard Devices Configuration 4-21 4.5.11...
... 4-10 4.3.2 System Time [xx:xx:xx 4-10 4.3.3 Security 4-10 4.4 Event Logs menu 4-12 4.5 Advanced menu 4-14 4.5.1 ACPI Settings 4-14 4.5.2 Trusted Computing 4-15 4.5.3 WHEA Configuration 4-15 4.5.4 CPU Configuration 4-16 4.5.5 North Bridge 4-18 4.5.6 South Bridge 4-18 4.5.7 SATA Configuration 4-19 4.5.8 Intel TXT(LT) Configuration 4-20 4.5.9 USB Configuration 4-20 4.5.10 Onboard Devices Configuration 4-21 4.5.11...
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P8B-X specifications summary Rear I/O Connectors Monitoring Environment External Serial Port External USB Port VGA Port RJ-45 PS/2 KB/Mouse CPU Temperature FAN RPM 1 2 1 2 1 V V Operation temperature: 10°C - 35°C Non operation temperature: -40°C - 70°C Non operation humidity: 20% - 90% (Non condensing) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii
P8B-X specifications summary Rear I/O Connectors Monitoring Environment External Serial Port External USB Port VGA Port RJ-45 PS/2 KB/Mouse CPU Temperature FAN RPM 1 2 1 2 1 V V Operation temperature: 10°C - 35°C Non operation temperature: -40°C - 70°C Non operation humidity: 20% - 90% (Non condensing) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii
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...power, temperature and current limits. 1.3 Serial number label Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take note of both multi-threaded and single-threaded ...® EM64T (Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel® EM64T feature allows your problems. P8B-X xxS2xxxxxxxx Made in China 合格 1.4 Special features 1.4.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology ... software. With the correct serial number of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in LGA1155 package, which has memory and PCI Express controller integrated to run faster...
...power, temperature and current limits. 1.3 Serial number label Before requesting support from the ASUS Technical Support team, you must take note of both multi-threaded and single-threaded ...® EM64T (Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel® EM64T feature allows your problems. P8B-X xxS2xxxxxxxx Made in China 合格 1.4 Special features 1.4.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology ... software. With the correct serial number of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in LGA1155 package, which has memory and PCI Express controller integrated to run faster...
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... and core frequency depending on USB 1.1 to just 1.5V for DDR3. USB 2.0 is reduced from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on the CPU loading and system speed or power requirement. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for DDR2 to a fast 480 Mbps ... it an ideal memory solution. Intel® 82574L LAN Solution The motherboard comes with a host of server and workstation applications. ASUS P8B-X 1-5 DDR3 memory support The P8B-X supports UDIMM DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1333/1066 MHZ to 21GB/s. The 2-channel DDR3 architecture boosts system performance...
... and core frequency depending on USB 1.1 to just 1.5V for DDR3. USB 2.0 is reduced from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on the CPU loading and system speed or power requirement. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for DDR2 to a fast 480 Mbps ... it an ideal memory solution. Intel® 82574L LAN Solution The motherboard comes with a host of server and workstation applications. ASUS P8B-X 1-5 DDR3 memory support The P8B-X supports UDIMM DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1333/1066 MHZ to 21GB/s. The 2-channel DDR3 architecture boosts system performance...
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Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is monitored for critical components. 1.4.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Fan Speed technology The ASUS Fan Speed technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to prevent overheating and damage. The chip monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for timely failure detection. The system fan rotations per minute (RPM) is monitored to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is monitored for critical components. 1.4.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Fan Speed technology The ASUS Fan Speed technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to prevent overheating and damage. The chip monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for timely failure detection. The system fan rotations per minute (RPM) is monitored to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-3 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-10 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumpers 2-22 2.7 Connectors 2-26 ASUS P8B-X
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-3 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-10 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumpers 2-22 2.7 Connectors 2-26 ASUS P8B-X
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...2-26 2-26 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information PCI Express x16 / PCI Express x8 / PCI Express x1 / PCI slots Page 2-10 2-16 2-20 Jumpers 1. CPU Fan and Chassis Fan control setting (3-pin CPUFAN_SEL1, CHAFAN_SEL1) 4. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1, LAN_SW2) 5. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 3. VGA controller ...3. DDR3 sockets 3. Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1) Page 2-22 2-23 2-24 2-24 2-25 Rear panel connectors 1. CPU sockets 2. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port 9. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) 2. 2.2.4 Layout contents Slots/Soocket 1. Serial (COM1) port 5.
...2-26 2-26 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information PCI Express x16 / PCI Express x8 / PCI Express x1 / PCI slots Page 2-10 2-16 2-20 Jumpers 1. CPU Fan and Chassis Fan control setting (3-pin CPUFAN_SEL1, CHAFAN_SEL1) 4. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_SW1, LAN_SW2) 5. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 3. VGA controller ...3. DDR3 sockets 3. Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1) Page 2-22 2-23 2-24 2-24 2-25 Rear panel connectors 1. CPU sockets 2. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port 9. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) 2. 2.2.4 Layout contents Slots/Soocket 1. Serial (COM1) port 5.
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... Retention tab 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Before installing the CPU, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. To prevent damage to the socket contacts ...loss/ incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • ...
... Retention tab 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Before installing the CPU, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. To prevent damage to the socket contacts ...loss/ incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • ...
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...the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8B-X 2-11 DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom...‑left corner of the arrow until the load plate is on the socket and damaging the CPU! Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that...
...the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8B-X 2-11 DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom...‑left corner of the arrow until the load plate is on the socket and damaging the CPU! Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that...
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... is spread in an even thin layer. Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with preapplied thermal paste. Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that it is toxic and inedible. B A C 8. DO NOT eat...
... is spread in an even thin layer. Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with preapplied thermal paste. Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that it is toxic and inedible. B A C 8. DO NOT eat...
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... time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. B 2. Ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. A B A A B 1 B A 1 ...push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. ASUS P8B-X 2-13 If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the...
... time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. B 2. Ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. A B A A B 1 B A 1 ...push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. ASUS P8B-X 2-13 If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the...
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.... Rotate each fastener B counterclockwise. 3. DO NOT forget to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information... Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Carefully remove...
.... Rotate each fastener B counterclockwise. 3. DO NOT forget to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information... Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Carefully remove...
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ASUS P8B-X 2-15 2.3.4 Installing the CPU heatsink in a diagonal sequence. Ensure that you have applied the thermal interface material to the heatsink screw holes. 2. Peel off the sticker on the heatsink metal plate and affix the plate to the back of the motherboard, matching the standoffs to the top of the CPU before installing the... thermal condition and performance. • Ensure that you use qualified heatsink assembly only. • Ensure that the heatsink is not skewed or tilted, otherwise the CPU will overheat.
ASUS P8B-X 2-15 2.3.4 Installing the CPU heatsink in a diagonal sequence. Ensure that you have applied the thermal interface material to the heatsink screw holes. 2. Peel off the sticker on the heatsink metal plate and affix the plate to the back of the motherboard, matching the standoffs to the top of the CPU before installing the... thermal condition and performance. • Ensure that you use qualified heatsink assembly only. • Ensure that the heatsink is not skewed or tilted, otherwise the CPU will overheat.
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... Express x1 slots provide x1 link to C202. 2.5.4 PCI Express x8 slot (x4 link) The onboard PCI Express x8 slot provides one x4 link to CPU. This slot supports various server class high performance add-on cards. 2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot (x16 link) The onboard PCI Express x16 slot provides x16...
... Express x1 slots provide x1 link to C202. 2.5.4 PCI Express x8 slot (x4 link) The onboard PCI Express x8 slot provides one x4 link to CPU. This slot supports various server class high performance add-on cards. 2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot (x16 link) The onboard PCI Express x16 slot provides x16...
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CPU Fan and Chassis Fan control setting (3-pin CPUFAN_SEL1, CHAFAN_SEL1) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® 82574L Gigabit LAN controllers. ... use a 3-pin fan but set the jumper for a 4-pin fan, the fan control will always run at full speed. 4. The CPUFAN_SEL1 jumper is for the CPU fan control and the CHAFAN_SEL1 jumper is for fan pin selection. Set to pins 1-2 to switch for the front fans and rear fans control. LAN...
CPU Fan and Chassis Fan control setting (3-pin CPUFAN_SEL1, CHAFAN_SEL1) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® 82574L Gigabit LAN controllers. ... use a 3-pin fan but set the jumper for a 4-pin fan, the fan control will always run at full speed. 4. The CPUFAN_SEL1 jumper is for the CPU fan control and the CHAFAN_SEL1 jumper is for fan pin selection. Set to pins 1-2 to switch for the front fans and rear fans control. LAN...
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... jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 3.15 A-6.66 A (53.28 W max.) at +12V. CPU, front and rear fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1, FRNT_FAN1, FRNT_FAN2, FRNT_FAN3, REAR_FAN1) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA-740 mA (8.88 W max.) or... of the connector. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • All fans feature the ASUS Smart Fan technology. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information
... jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 3.15 A-6.66 A (53.28 W max.) at +12V. CPU, front and rear fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1, FRNT_FAN1, FRNT_FAN2, FRNT_FAN3, REAR_FAN1) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA-740 mA (8.88 W max.) or... of the connector. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • All fans feature the ASUS Smart Fan technology. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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... Boot Tool Exit BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0305 x64 01/05/2011 Set the Date, Use Tab to switch between Data elements. CPU Information Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E31230 @ 3.20GHz Memory Information Total Memory 1024 MB System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 01/17/2011] [15:07:28] Administrator Security...
... Boot Tool Exit BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0305 x64 01/05/2011 Set the Date, Use Tab to switch between Data elements. CPU Information Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E31230 @ 3.20GHz Memory Information Total Memory 1024 MB System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 01/17/2011] [15:07:28] Administrator Security...
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..., time, language, and security settings. Main Event Logs Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0305 x64 01/05/2011 CPU Information Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E31230 @ 3.20GHz Memory Information Total Memory 1024 MB System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 01/17/2011] [15:07:28] Administrator Security...
..., time, language, and security settings. Main Event Logs Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date 0305 x64 01/05/2011 CPU Information Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E31230 @ 3.20GHz Memory Information Total Memory 1024 MB System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 01/17/2011] [15:07:28] Administrator Security...