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... / 2560 x 1600 @60Hz - Q87M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (... 32GB, DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, unbuffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com 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 1920 x...
... / 2560 x 1600 @60Hz - Q87M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (... 32GB, DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, unbuffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com 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 1920 x...
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... supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! ASUS Q87M-E 1-1 Failure to the chassis.
... supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! ASUS Q87M-E 1-1 Failure to the chassis.
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... 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. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 14. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) 2. Intel®...
... 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. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 14. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) 2. Intel®...
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ASUS Q87M-E 1-5 4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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.
ASUS Q87M-E 1-5 4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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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... recommend that you want to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS Q87M-E 1-7 DDR3 modules are developed for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and ...maps the total size of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 Q87M-E Q87M-E 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM...
... recommend that you want to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS Q87M-E 1-7 DDR3 modules are developed for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and ...maps the total size of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 Q87M-E Q87M-E 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM...
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... the DIMM from the socket. Secure the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS Q87M-E 1-9 Replace the system cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for...
... the DIMM from the socket. Secure the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS Q87M-E 1-9 Replace the system cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for...
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... ME Disable the Intel® ME function before updating it . This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. LAN (RJ-45) port. ASUS Q87M-E 1-11 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the...
... ME Disable the Intel® ME function before updating it . This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. LAN (RJ-45) port. ASUS Q87M-E 1-11 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the...
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... DTR DSR CTS RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI DCD TXD GND RTS RI Q87M-E Q87M-E Serial port(COM) connectors The COM module is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 11. ASUS Q87M-E 1-13 USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. This...
... DTR DSR CTS RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI DCD TXD GND RTS RI Q87M-E Q87M-E Serial port(COM) connectors The COM module is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 11. ASUS Q87M-E 1-13 USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. This...
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... signal to this connector when a chassis component is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND Q87M-E Q87M-E Chassis intrusion connector ASUS Q87M-E 1-15 By default, this connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. See ... AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L Q87M-E HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Q87M-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio...
... signal to this connector when a chassis component is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND Q87M-E Q87M-E Chassis intrusion connector ASUS Q87M-E 1-15 By default, this connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. See ... AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L Q87M-E HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition Q87M-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio...
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...+ 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 4.8Gbps, faster charging time for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS Q87M-E 1-17 USB3_12 Q87M-E USB3+5V USB3+5V Q87M-E USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. USB 2.0 connectors (10...
...+ 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 4.8Gbps, faster charging time for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS Q87M-E 1-17 USB3_12 Q87M-E USB3+5V USB3+5V Q87M-E USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. USB 2.0 connectors (10...
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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. 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.
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...: B85, H87, Q87 * Intel® Core™ i7 vPro with one of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity capabilities designed for details. ASUS Q87M-E 1-21 Please refer to the spec sheet for small businesses. • Intel® SBA requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. • Some models... installed and running.) • Local Administrator rights on the target machine The Intel® SBA does not support the 800 x 600 screen resolution. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
...: B85, H87, Q87 * Intel® Core™ i7 vPro with one of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity capabilities designed for details. ASUS Q87M-E 1-21 Please refer to the spec sheet for small businesses. • Intel® SBA requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. • Some models... installed and running.) • Local Administrator rights on the target machine The Intel® SBA does not support the 800 x 600 screen resolution. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
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... when the system goes into POST. With this utlity, you need 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 update the BIOS EZ Update requires an... Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS Q87M-E 2-1 Click to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the ...
... when the system goes into POST. With this utlity, you need 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 update the BIOS EZ Update requires an... Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS Q87M-E 2-1 Click to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the ...
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...removable device into Q87ME.CAP. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 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... to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Turn on a single partition. 2. The utility automatically checks the devices for reference only. To ensure system compatibility and ...
...removable device into Q87ME.CAP. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 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... to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Turn on a single partition. 2. The utility automatically checks the devices for reference only. To ensure system compatibility and ...
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... and brief online help to confirm BIOS update. 4. When BIOS update is done, press to ensure system compatibility and stability. Restart your data or system. ASUS Q87M-E 2-5 3.
... and brief online help to confirm BIOS update. 4. When BIOS update is done, press to ensure system compatibility and stability. Restart your data or system. ASUS Q87M-E 2-5 3.
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... setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced Normal mode mode functions ASUS Optimal Selects the boot mode device priority Power saving mode Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority Loads optimized default Displays the... system properties of the Advanced Mode. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. ASUS Q87M-E 2-7 To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select...
... setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced Normal mode mode functions ASUS Optimal Selects the boot mode device priority Power saving mode Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority Loads optimized default Displays the... system properties of the Advanced Mode. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. ASUS Q87M-E 2-7 To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select...
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... there are the navigation keys for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Q87M-E 2-9 Last Modified button This button shows the items that item. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are items that do...
... there are the navigation keys for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Q87M-E 2-9 Last Modified button This button shows the items that item. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are items that do...
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... when prompted. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1. From the Create New Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. ASUS Q87M-E 2-11 Select the User Password item and press . 2. See section 1.6 Jumpers for accessing the system. After you set a user password: 1. • If you have forgotten...
... when prompted. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1. From the Create New Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. ASUS Q87M-E 2-11 Select the User Password item and press . 2. See section 1.6 Jumpers for accessing the system. After you set a user password: 1. • If you have forgotten...
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... Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Default set CPU Core Ratio individually. Target Cache Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target Cache speed. ASUS Q87M-E 2-13 Scroll down to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this ...
... Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Default set CPU Core Ratio individually. Target Cache Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target Cache speed. ASUS Q87M-E 2-13 Scroll down to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this ...
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... the values in this happens, revert to the default settings. Use the and keys to Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [31 DRAM Clock] ASUS Q87M-E 2-15 Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [31 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM...
... the values in this happens, revert to the default settings. Use the and keys to Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [31 DRAM Clock] ASUS Q87M-E 2-15 Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [31 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM...