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... information vi About this guide vi P8B75-M specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1-11 1.7 System memory 1-13 1.7.1 Overview...
... information vi About this guide vi P8B75-M specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1-11 1.7 System memory 1-13 1.7.1 Overview...
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Contents 1.13 Software support 1-33 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-33 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-33 1.13.3 Intel® SBA support 1-34 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-10 2.3.2 System Date [Day...
Contents 1.13 Software support 1-33 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-33 1.13.2 Support DVD information 1-33 1.13.3 Intel® SBA support 1-34 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-10 2.3.2 System Date [Day...
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... on it by yourself. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you are using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using... and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vi If you detect any area where it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how...
... on it by yourself. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you are using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using... and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vi If you detect any area where it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how...
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...-detection, multi-streaming, anti-pop function, and front panel jack-retasking * Use a chassis with max. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 1 GB 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot* 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x4 slot 2 x PCI slots * PCIe 3.0 speed is...non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * 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 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155...
...-detection, multi-streaming, anti-pop function, and front panel jack-retasking * Use a chassis with max. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 1 GB 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot* 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x4 slot 2 x PCI slots * PCIe 3.0 speed is...non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * 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 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155...
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... long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8B75-M motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the LGA1155 package, with iGPU, memory, and PCI Express controllers integrated to support...
... long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8B75-M motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the LGA1155 package, with iGPU, memory, and PCI Express controllers integrated to support...
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...-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in the bag that came with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and... thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. •...
...-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in the bag that came with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and... thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. •...
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... motherboard, ensure that you place it . Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the .... 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8B75-M 1-6 ASUS P8B75-M Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
... motherboard, ensure that you place it . Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the .... 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8B75-M 1-6 ASUS P8B75-M Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
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... the cost of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the... incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. P8B75-M P8B75-M CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1-8 ASUS P8B75-M
... the cost of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the... incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. P8B75-M P8B75-M CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1-8 ASUS P8B75-M
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1.6.1 Installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 3 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-9
1.6.1 Installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 3 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-9
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-11 1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-11 1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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... maps the total size of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 P8B75-M Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8B75-M 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may...
... maps the total size of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 P8B75-M Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8B75-M 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may...
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...• • • • • • • • • • - - • • • Side(s): SS - We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. • 2 DIMMs: S upports two (2) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. DDR3-1066...No. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: S upports four (4) modules ...
...• • • • • • • • • • - - • • • Side(s): SS - We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. • 2 DIMMs: S upports two (2) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. DDR3-1066...No. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: S upports four (4) modules ...
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Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock the ... with extra force. 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in the wrong direction to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Locked Retaining Clip 2 1 DIMM notch 1-18 ASUS P8B75-M Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in only one direction. Press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Remove the DIMM from the...
Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock the ... with extra force. 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in the wrong direction to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Locked Retaining Clip 2 1 DIMM notch 1-18 ASUS P8B75-M Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in only one direction. Press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Remove the DIMM from the...
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... 1-19 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two.... 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot that came with the PCI Express specifications. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with it by adjusting the software settings....
... 1-19 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two.... 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot that came with the PCI Express specifications. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with it by adjusting the software settings....
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... a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for connecting USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 8. This port is for any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment ...and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can 't be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to CRT...
... a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for connecting USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 8. This port is for any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment ...and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can 't be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to CRT...
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.../O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8B75-M SPDIF_OUT P8B75-M Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the ...audio module to this connector, then install the module to [AC97]. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 1-24 ASUS P8B75-M See section 2.5.8 Onboard Devices ...
.../O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8B75-M SPDIF_OUT P8B75-M Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the ...audio module to this connector, then install the module to [AC97]. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 1-24 ASUS P8B75-M See section 2.5.8 Onboard Devices ...
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...RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND P8B75-M SATA3G_5 SATA3G_4 P8B75-M Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk...ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. 1-28 ASUS P8B75-M See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. 10. 9. Intel® B75 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1 [gray]) These connectors ...
...RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND P8B75-M SATA3G_5 SATA3G_4 P8B75-M Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk...ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. 1-28 ASUS P8B75-M See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. 10. 9. Intel® B75 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1 [gray]) These connectors ...
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.... USB78 USB56 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND P8B75-M P8B75-M USB2.0 connector Never connect a 1394 cable to Intel® limitations, the USB3_34 only supports Windows® 7 operating system. 12. Doing so ... slot opening at the back of the chassis. These USB connectors comply with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. Connect the USB 3.0 bracket cable to this connector, then install the USB 3.0 bracket to the rear side of the system chassis. Connect the...
.... USB78 USB56 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND P8B75-M P8B75-M USB2.0 connector Never connect a 1394 cable to Intel® limitations, the USB3_34 only supports Windows® 7 operating system. 12. Doing so ... slot opening at the back of the chassis. These USB connectors comply with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. Connect the USB 3.0 bracket cable to this connector, then install the USB 3.0 bracket to the rear side of the system chassis. Connect the...
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TPM SB_SUS_STAT GND +3VSB SMBSCL LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# FRAME PCICLK P8B75-M PIN 1 RESET GPIO SERIRQ SMBSDA GND LAD1 LAD2 PWROWN GND P8B75-M TPM connector The TPM module is for a serial (COM) port. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...! 14. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8B75-M P8B75-M Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 1-30 ASUS P8B75-M 13. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
TPM SB_SUS_STAT GND +3VSB SMBSCL LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# FRAME PCICLK P8B75-M PIN 1 RESET GPIO SERIRQ SMBSDA GND LAD1 LAD2 PWROWN GND P8B75-M TPM connector The TPM module is for a serial (COM) port. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...! 14. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8B75-M P8B75-M Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 1-30 ASUS P8B75-M 13. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
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switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! switch does ... at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-31 switch • Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. switch to boot and load BIOS default settings. P8B75-M P8B75-M MemOK! The ...
switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! switch does ... at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-31 switch • Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. switch to boot and load BIOS default settings. P8B75-M P8B75-M MemOK! The ...