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......vi About this guide...vii P8B75-V specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.3.5 Other ...installation 2-25 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-27 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-29 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-30 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-32 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-33 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-34 2.3.9 Expension Card installation...
......vi About this guide...vii P8B75-V specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.3.5 Other ...installation 2-25 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-27 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-29 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-30 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-32 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-33 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-34 2.3.9 Expension Card installation...
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... Information 3-30 3.9 Exit menu...3-31 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-32 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-32 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-35 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-36 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-37 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2...19 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-20 3.5.7 APM 3-22 3.5.8 Network Stack 3-23 3.6 Monitor menu 3-24 3.7 Boot menu 3-27 3.8 Tools menu 3-29 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-29 3.8.2.
... Information 3-30 3.9 Exit menu...3-31 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-32 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-32 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-35 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-36 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-37 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2...19 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-20 3.5.7 APM 3-22 3.5.8 Network Stack 3-23 3.6 Monitor menu 3-24 3.7 Boot menu 3-27 3.8 Tools menu 3-29 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-29 3.8.2.
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...Xpert 4-9 4.3.6 Probe II 4-10 4.3.7 Sensor Recorder 4-11 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-12 4.3.9 ASUS Update 4-13 4.3.10 MyLogo2 4-14 4.3.11 Audio configurations 4-16 4.4 Introduction to Intel® ...; CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-4 5.2.1 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-4 5.2.2 Setting up your display 5-5 5.2.3 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu...
...Xpert 4-9 4.3.6 Probe II 4-10 4.3.7 Sensor Recorder 4-11 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-12 4.3.9 ASUS Update 4-13 4.3.10 MyLogo2 4-14 4.3.11 Audio configurations 4-16 4.4 Introduction to Intel® ...; CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-4 5.2.1 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-4 5.2.2 Setting up your display 5-5 5.2.3 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu...
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... your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by yourself. If you are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting...
... your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by yourself. If you are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting...
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...guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. These documents are also provided. • Chapter... 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is...
...guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. These documents are also provided. • Chapter... 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is...
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...-VGA support: DVI, RGB port - We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 1696 MB Supports ATI® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Supports Lucidlogix...) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 3 x PCI slots Integrated Graphics Processor - P8B75-V specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 ...* The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** W hen you are using a Windows®...
...-VGA support: DVI, RGB port - We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 1696 MB Supports ATI® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Supports Lucidlogix...) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 3 x PCI slots Integrated Graphics Processor - P8B75-V specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 ...* The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** W hen you are using a Windows®...
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... vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8B75-V motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long... package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8B75-V motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P8B75-V 1-1 Before you for reference only. Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it ...
... vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8B75-V motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long... package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8B75-V motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P8B75-V 1-1 Before you for reference only. Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it ...
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...products through product design and innovation to fully utilize the unique capabilities of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to update the BIOS without using the bundled... more colorful and vivid image on Windows® 7 based PCs. ASUS P8B75-V 1-5 ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that contains the latest BIOS file. ErP Ready The motherboard is supported by installed graphics cards. It allows users to reduce carbon footprint of advanced Sandy...
...products through product design and innovation to fully utilize the unique capabilities of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to update the BIOS without using the bundled... more colorful and vivid image on Windows® 7 based PCs. ASUS P8B75-V 1-5 ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that contains the latest BIOS file. ErP Ready The motherboard is supported by installed graphics cards. It allows users to reduce carbon footprint of advanced Sandy...
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ASUS P8B75-V 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 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. • Before handling ... Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
ASUS P8B75-V 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 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. • Before handling ... Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
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...the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1156 CPU is shipment/ ...transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information P8B75-V P8B75-V CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • The...
...the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1156 CPU is shipment/ ...transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information P8B75-V P8B75-V CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • The...
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P8B75-V P8B75-V 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS P8B75-V 2-5 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 2 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
P8B75-V P8B75-V 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS P8B75-V 2-5 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 2 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
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... memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Chapter 2 Memory configurations ...higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you...
... memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Chapter 2 Memory configurations ...higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you...
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... 7 Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C 1.35V (low voltage) 1.35V (low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V 1.5V - We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. • 2 DIMMs: Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory ...DS 1GB SS 2GB DS 4GB DS 1GB SS 2GB DS 2GB DS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as one (1) module inserted into both ...
... 7 Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C 1.35V (low voltage) 1.35V (low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V 1.5V - We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. • 2 DIMMs: Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory ...DS 1GB SS 2GB DS 4GB DS 1GB SS 2GB DS 2GB DS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as one (1) module inserted into both ...
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Chapter 2 P8B75-V P8B75-V MemOK! Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for successful boot. switch does not function under Windows OS environment. ... during POST reminding you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to boot after using the MemOK! If...
Chapter 2 P8B75-V P8B75-V MemOK! Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for successful boot. switch does not function under Windows OS environment. ... during POST reminding you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to boot after using the MemOK! If...
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...Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to the USB connectors. Chapter 2 5. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for an additional ... purchased separately. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC P8B75-V USB78 USB56 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND PIN 1 PIN 1 P8B75-V USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis...
...Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to the USB connectors. Chapter 2 5. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for an additional ... purchased separately. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC P8B75-V USB78 USB56 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND PIN 1 PIN 1 P8B75-V USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis...
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COM1 PIN 1 P8B75-V P8B75-V Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. Chapter 2 ASUS P8B75-V 2-19 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI 7. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
COM1 PIN 1 P8B75-V P8B75-V Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. Chapter 2 ASUS P8B75-V 2-19 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI 7. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is purchased separately. 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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... caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU... FAN PWR GND P8B75-V CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND P8B75-V fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector...
... caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU... FAN PWR GND P8B75-V CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND P8B75-V fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector...
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DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 3 ASUS P8B75-V 2-25 Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket.
DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 3 ASUS P8B75-V 2-25 Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket.
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A 2 B B A 3 4 ASUS P8B75-V 2-27 Chapter 2 2.3.3 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 2 B B A 3 4 ASUS P8B75-V 2-27 Chapter 2 2.3.3 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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2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A ASUS P8B75-V 2-29
2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A ASUS P8B75-V 2-29