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... 2-25 2.7 Boot menu 2-26 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On 2-26 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled 2-26 2.7.3 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-26 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-27 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-27 2.7.6 UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enabled both UEFI and Legacy].... 2-27 2.7.7 PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM 2-27 2.7.8 Boot Option Priorities 2-27...
... 2-25 2.7 Boot menu 2-26 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On 2-26 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled 2-26 2.7.3 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-26 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-27 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-27 2.7.6 UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enabled both UEFI and Legacy].... 2-27 2.7.7 PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM 2-27 2.7.8 Boot Option Priorities 2-27...
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... all power cables from the existing system before the signal cables are not damaged. If you are not sure about the voltage of the BIOS parameters are using the product, ensure that your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface...using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, ...
... all power cables from the existing system before the signal cables are not damaged. If you are not sure about the voltage of the BIOS parameters are using the product, ensure that your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface...using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, ...
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P8B75-M LX specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS GPU Boost - Network iControl - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring graphics user interface ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS MyLogo 2™ 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo ... chassis intrusion connector 1 x CLRTC connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS AI Suite II - LucidLogix® Virtu MVP - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - Ai Charger -
P8B75-M LX specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS GPU Boost - Network iControl - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring graphics user interface ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS MyLogo 2™ 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo ... chassis intrusion connector 1 x CLRTC connector (continued on the next page) ix ASUS AI Suite II - LucidLogix® Virtu MVP - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - Ai Charger -
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P8B75-M LX 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 7.8" (24.4cm x 19.8cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
P8B75-M LX 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 7.8" (24.4cm x 19.8cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...2.2TB in 64-bit operating systems. ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. Quick and easy information for enhanced system control - F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for complete insight. LucidLogix Virtu... MVP LucidLogix Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance™ Technology boosts your discrete graphics card up to fully utilize 3x faster video conversion with newly designed Virtual Sync, users can enjoy a smoother gaming experience by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family ASUS P8B75-M LX...
...2.2TB in 64-bit operating systems. ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. Quick and easy information for enhanced system control - F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for complete insight. LucidLogix Virtu... MVP LucidLogix Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance™ Technology boosts your discrete graphics card up to fully utilize 3x faster video conversion with newly designed Virtual Sync, users can enjoy a smoother gaming experience by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family ASUS P8B75-M LX...
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... to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to their default settings. ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-5 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ErP ready The motherboard...
... to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to their default settings. ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-5 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ErP ready The motherboard...
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... [blue]) 7. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 1-30 14 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-25 6. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 1-28 ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-7 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-26 11. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 1-8 12. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL)... USB3_12 LAN_USB12 AUDIO CHA_FAN RTL 8111F Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8B75-M LX USB3_34 5 SATA3G_1 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 CLRTC CHASSIS Intel® B75 SATA3G_2 6 8Mb BIOS 8Mb BIOS VIA VT1708S SPDIF_OUT AAFP COM1 LPT PCI1 SB_PWR USB78 USB56 SATA3G_4 ...
... [blue]) 7. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 1-30 14 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-25 6. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 1-28 ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-7 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-26 11. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 1-8 12. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL)... USB3_12 LAN_USB12 AUDIO CHA_FAN RTL 8111F Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8B75-M LX USB3_34 5 SATA3G_1 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 CLRTC CHASSIS Intel® B75 SATA3G_2 6 8Mb BIOS 8Mb BIOS VIA VT1708S SPDIF_OUT AAFP COM1 LPT PCI1 SB_PWR USB78 USB56 SATA3G_4 ...
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Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the ... to the card. 3. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-21 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that supports...
Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the ... to the card. 3. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-21 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that supports...
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...Chapter 1: Product introduction Realtek 8111F controller shared - - - - - - - 1.9 Jumpers 1. For system failure due to pins 2-3. P8B75-M LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8B75-M LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not ... cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - Keep the cap on CLRTC ...
...Chapter 1: Product introduction Realtek 8111F controller shared - - - - - - - 1.9 Jumpers 1. For system failure due to pins 2-3. P8B75-M LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8B75-M LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not ... cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - Keep the cap on CLRTC ...
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...connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set to [AC97]. ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-25 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, set the item to [HD]. See section 2.5.7 Onboard... panel audio module to this connector to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8B75-M LX SPDIF_OUT P8B75-M LX Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. By default, this connector is purchased separately.
...connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set to [AC97]. ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-25 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, set the item to [HD]. See section 2.5.7 Onboard... panel audio module to this connector to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8B75-M LX SPDIF_OUT P8B75-M LX Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. By default, this connector is purchased separately.
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...-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. 10. 9. Intel® B75 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-29
...-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. 10. 9. Intel® B75 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS P8B75-M LX 1-29
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... complete the installation. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet, then click Next. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your...
... complete the installation. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet, then click Next. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your...
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ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8B75-M LX File Path: Drive Info fs0:\ VER: 0203 Folder Info 04/01/2012 10:23p 8390656 Exit DATE: 04/01/2012 P8B75MLX.CAP File Info MODEL: ...Help Info VER: DATE [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information The ASUS Update utility...
ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8B75-M LX File Path: Drive Info fs0:\ VER: 0203 Folder Info 04/01/2012 10:23p 8390656 Exit DATE: 04/01/2012 P8B75MLX.CAP File Info MODEL: ...Help Info VER: DATE [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information The ASUS Update utility...
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... ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to the USB port. 3. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-3 Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The system requires you press to recover BIOS setting. 3. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. Press to switch to the...
... ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to the USB port. 3. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-3 Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The system requires you press to recover BIOS setting. 3. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. Press to switch to the...
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... FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to ...switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with...
... FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to ...switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with...
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... and prompts you sure to update BIOS? Are you to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.28 Current ROM BOARD: P8B75-M LX VER: 0203 DATE: 04/01/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: P8B75LX.CAP 8390656 2012-041-01 17.... DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to ensure system compatibility and stability. When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-5
... and prompts you sure to update BIOS? Are you to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.28 Current ROM BOARD: P8B75-M LX VER: 0203 DATE: 04/01/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: P8B75LX.CAP 8390656 2012-041-01 17.... DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to ensure system compatibility and stability. When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-5
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...is connected to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu ...or from a running operating system can cause damage to erase the RTC RAM. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously...
...is connected to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu ...or from a running operating system can cause damage to erase the RTC RAM. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously...
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... device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hot key for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-7 Shortcut (F3) Advanced Mode(F7) Boot Menu(F8) Default(F5) Quick access to a few utilities and advanced settings Selects the boot device...
... device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hot key for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-7 Shortcut (F3) Advanced Mode(F7) Boot Menu(F8) Default(F5) Quick access to a few utilities and advanced settings Selects the boot device...
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... the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front ...2.10.1208. To display the submenu, select the item and press . 2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items ...
... the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front ...2.10.1208. To display the submenu, select the item and press . 2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items ...
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... is user-configurable, you can change the settings. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display a list of the field opposite the item. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-9 Pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Use the navigation keys to display a pop-up window Select a menu item and press to... the top right corner of the selected item. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the screen. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program.
... is user-configurable, you can change the settings. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display a list of the field opposite the item. ASUS P8B75-M LX 2-9 Pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Use the navigation keys to display a pop-up window Select a menu item and press to... the top right corner of the selected item. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the screen. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program.