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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary viii Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-5 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.4.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.4.2 CPU heatsink ...
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary viii Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-5 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.4.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.4.2 CPU heatsink ...
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...at back panel) (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 ... 2200(O.C.) / 2000(O.C.) /1800 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. resolution of 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Maximum shared memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating...
...at back panel) (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 ... 2200(O.C.) / 2000(O.C.) /1800 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. resolution of 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Maximum shared memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating...
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AI Charger - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Exclusive Features: - Network iControl - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Other features - 100% All high-quality conductive polymer capacitors 1 x PS/2... 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: -
AI Charger - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Exclusive Features: - Network iControl - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Other features - 100% All high-quality conductive polymer capacitors 1 x PS/2... 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: -
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P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 1 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cable 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6"x 6.9" (24.4cm x 17.5cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
P8B75-M LX PLUS specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 1 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cable 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6"x 6.9" (24.4cm x 17.5cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0 lanes. In addition, B75 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports that features data transfer rates of 2400(O.C.) / 2250(O.C.) / 2200(OC.) / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-1
... memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0 lanes. In addition, B75 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports that features data transfer rates of 2400(O.C.) / 2250(O.C.) / 2200(OC.) / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-1
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...for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to switch back and forth between different utilities. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Personalize your system by turning your USB device's conditions. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 USB 3.0 Boost With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is ... flash disk that contains the BIOS file. The user-friendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. It easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for extreme graphics performance. Ai Charger ...
...for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to switch back and forth between different utilities. ASUS MyLogo 2™ Personalize your system by turning your USB device's conditions. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-3 USB 3.0 Boost With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is ... flash disk that contains the BIOS file. The user-friendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. This all the exclusive ASUS features into 256-color boot logos. It easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for extreme graphics performance. Ai Charger ...
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ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 The edge with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. Failure to do ...
ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-5 The edge with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. Failure to do ...
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1.3.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not overtighten the screws!
1.3.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not overtighten the screws!
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ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing...only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-9 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product... warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount ...
ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing...only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-9 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product... warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount ...
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-13
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-13
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For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.5.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • ...
For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.5.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • ...
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... the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the next page) ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-15 Timing Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB(2GB x 4) SS - - 10-12-10-27 1.65V ...its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of accessing information from a memory module. P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DDR3-2250 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DIMM socket...
... the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the next page) ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-15 Timing Voltage support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB(2GB x 4) SS - - 10-12-10-27 1.65V ...its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of accessing information from a memory module. P8B75-M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DDR3-2250 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DIMM socket...
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...: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 H5TQ2G83AFR 7 9HF22D9KPT 7 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V - Size SS/DS Chip Brand Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF...
...: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-19 J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 H5TQ2G83AFR 7 9HF22D9KPT 7 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V - Size SS/DS Chip Brand Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF...
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... information on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Turn on...
... information on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-21 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Turn on...
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... this motherboard A BC D E F G H Intel PCH SATA controller #0 - - - Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. P8B75-M LX PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8B75-M LX PLUS 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...
... this motherboard A BC D E F G H Intel PCH SATA controller #0 - - - Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. P8B75-M LX PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8B75-M LX PLUS 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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... ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-23 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to a Local Area...
... ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-23 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to a Local Area...
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...PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8B75-M LX PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8B75-M LX PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect... • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to avail of the front panel audio I . 10. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to [AC97]. This port is set the item to this ...
...PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8B75-M LX PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8B75-M LX PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect... • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to avail of the front panel audio I . 10. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-25 If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to [AC97]. This port is set the item to this ...
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... are for ATX power supply plugs. 2. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8B75-M LX PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 ... ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output...
... are for ATX power supply plugs. 2. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8B75-M LX PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 ... ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output...
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CPU_FAN P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! These are not jumpers! Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do ... jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 3. CPU and chassis...
CPU_FAN P8B75-M LX PLUS P8B75-M LX PLUS CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! These are not jumpers! Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do ... jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. ASUS P8B75-M LX PLUS 1-27 The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 3. CPU and chassis...