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Motherboard Q87M-E Q87M-E/CSM
Motherboard Q87M-E Q87M-E/CSM
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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Q87M-E specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers 1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-11 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-19 1.9 Software support 1-20 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and... menu 2-10 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-12 2.6 Advanced menu 2-23 2.7 Monitor menu 2-34 2.8 Boot menu 2-37 2.9 Tools menu 2-43 2.10 Exit menu 2-44 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Q87M-E specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers 1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-11 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-19 1.9 Software support 1-20 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and... menu 2-10 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-12 2.6 Advanced menu 2-23 2.7 Monitor menu 2-34 2.8 Boot menu 2-37 2.9 Tools menu 2-43 2.10 Exit menu 2-44 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
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...before using , contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. iv It includes descriptions of the electrical outlet...8226; Before using the product, ensure all power cables from the existing system before you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating ...
...before using , contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. iv It includes descriptions of the electrical outlet...8226; Before using the product, ensure all power cables from the existing system before you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating ...
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... if you install a total memory of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Q87M-E motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit...
... if you install a total memory of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS Q87M-E motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit...
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...ICs on a grounded antistatic pad or in the correct orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Unplug the power cord before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded ...motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS Q87M...
...ICs on a grounded antistatic pad or in the correct orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Unplug the power cord before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded ...motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS Q87M...
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Q87M-E 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 122 3 4 1 5 22.4cm(8.8in) HDMI_DP KBMS ASM 1442 EATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-...pin module) EATXPWR DVI_VGA LGA1150 1-2 24.4cm(9.6in) 3 USB78 COM2 USB3_56 LAN_USB34 AUDIO Clarkvill I217 ASM 1083 Super I/O CHA_FAN1 COM1 BATTERY LPT PCIEX16_1 PCI2 Q87M-E PCI1 1 CHA_FAN2 6 USB3_12 Intel® Q87 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 16Mb BIOS SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 7 ALC 887-VD2 SB_PWR PCIEX16_2 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 AAFP CHASSIS USB910 USB1112 USB1314 ...
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Q87M-E 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 122 3 4 1 5 22.4cm(8.8in) HDMI_DP KBMS ASM 1442 EATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-...pin module) EATXPWR DVI_VGA LGA1150 1-2 24.4cm(9.6in) 3 USB78 COM2 USB3_56 LAN_USB34 AUDIO Clarkvill I217 ASM 1083 Super I/O CHA_FAN1 COM1 BATTERY LPT PCIEX16_1 PCI2 Q87M-E PCI1 1 CHA_FAN2 6 USB3_12 Intel® Q87 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 16Mb BIOS SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 7 ALC 887-VD2 SB_PWR PCIEX16_2 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 AAFP CHASSIS USB910 USB1112 USB1314 ...
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... 1-17 1-15 1-15 1-18 1-18 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the Intel 4th generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® , Celeron® processors. 2.& Q87M-E CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS Q87M-E 1-3 Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM) 3. ATX power connectors (24-pin...
... 1-17 1-15 1-15 1-18 1-18 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the Intel 4th generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® , Celeron® processors. 2.& Q87M-E CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS Q87M-E 1-3 Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM) 3. ATX power connectors (24-pin...
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...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 socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if...on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from...
...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 socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if...on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from...
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...modules. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the following: - DDR3 modules are developed for the dual-channel configuration. The figure illustrates the ...modules with less power consumption. Profile is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Any excess memory from the same vendor. ASUS Q87M-E 1-7 For effective use of memory, we recommend that you are available in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of...
...modules. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the following: - DDR3 modules are developed for the dual-channel configuration. The figure illustrates the ...modules with less power consumption. Profile is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Any excess memory from the same vendor. ASUS Q87M-E 1-7 For effective use of memory, we recommend that you are available in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of...
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... and the DIMM is properly seated. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to unlock the DIMM. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction... latest QVL. 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1.
... and the DIMM is properly seated. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to unlock the DIMM. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction... latest QVL. 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1.
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...IRQ" or that you removed earlier. 6. Support the DIMM lightly with your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. DIMM notch 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Keep...you may need IRQ assignments. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS Q87M-E 1-9 The DIMM might get damaged when it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Replace the system cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an ...
...IRQ" or that you removed earlier. 6. Support the DIMM lightly with your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. DIMM notch 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Keep...you may need IRQ assignments. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS Q87M-E 1-9 The DIMM might get damaged when it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Replace the system cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an ...
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...2. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for this motherboard A BC D E F G H Intel PCH SATA controller #0 - - - Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - CLRTC 12 23 2.& Normal (Default) Q87M-E Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Keep the cap on ...support LAN cards, SCSI cards, USB cards, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The onboard button cell ...
...2. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for this motherboard A BC D E F G H Intel PCH SATA controller #0 - - - Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - CLRTC 12 23 2.& Normal (Default) Q87M-E Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Keep the cap on ...support LAN cards, SCSI cards, USB cards, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The onboard button cell ...
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Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to [HD]. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front ... pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND Q87M-E Q87M-E Chassis intrusion connector ASUS Q87M-E 1-15 The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector is set the item to use the chassis intrusion ...
Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to [HD]. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front ... pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND Q87M-E Q87M-E Chassis intrusion connector ASUS Q87M-E 1-15 The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector is set the item to use the chassis intrusion ...
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... RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND Q87M-E SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 Q87M-E SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to... (12 W) fan power. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert 2 feature. 7. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Intel® Q87 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6...
... RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND Q87M-E SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 Q87M-E SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to... (12 W) fan power. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert 2 feature. 7. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Intel® Q87 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6...
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...ASUS Q87M-E 1-17 USB910 USB1112 USB1314 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND Q87M-E PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 Q87M-E USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard... efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to the USB connectors. 8. USB3_12 Q87M-E USB3+5V USB3+5V Q87M-E USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately.
...ASUS Q87M-E 1-17 USB910 USB1112 USB1314 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND USB+5V USB_P14USB_P14+ GND Q87M-E PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 Q87M-E USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard... efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to the USB connectors. 8. USB3_12 Q87M-E USB3+5V USB3+5V Q87M-E USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately.
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SB_PWR Q87M-E ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off Q87M-E Onboard LED ASUS Q87M-E 1-19 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component.
SB_PWR Q87M-E ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off Q87M-E Onboard LED ASUS Q87M-E 1-19 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component.
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... reference only. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to avail all motherboard features. The following screen is enabled in your ASUS motherboard. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to display their respective menus. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. If Autorun is...
... reference only. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to avail all motherboard features. The following screen is enabled in your ASUS motherboard. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to display their respective menus. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. If Autorun is...
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Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you can also manually update the ...and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: Q87M-E Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to restore the BIOS in the future. ASUS Q87M-E 2-1
Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you can also manually update the ...and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: Q87M-E Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to restore the BIOS in the future. ASUS Q87M-E 2-1
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...save them on the USB flash drive. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive ...all SATA hard disk drives (optional). When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using...
...save them on the USB flash drive. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive ...all SATA hard disk drives (optional). When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using...
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... program can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey F5. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for details. 2-6 Chapter 2: Getting started BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can... or press F7 for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to the Setup Mode item in...
... program can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey F5. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for details. 2-6 Chapter 2: Getting started BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can... or press F7 for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to the Setup Mode item in...