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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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... settings through the BIOS Setup menus. iv If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. These devices could interrupt...the power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it by yourself. If possible, disconnect all power cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid ...
... settings through the BIOS Setup menus. iv If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. These devices could interrupt...the power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it by yourself. If possible, disconnect all power cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid ...
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...PCI slots Intel® Q87 Express Chipset: - 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (Cornsilk) (continued on the next page) vi Q87M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, ... 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 4096 x...
...PCI slots Intel® Q87 Express Chipset: - 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (Cornsilk) (continued on the next page) vi Q87M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, ... 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 4096 x...
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... chassis in the bag that came with external ports goes 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-E 1-1 Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the...
... chassis in the bag that came with external ports goes 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-E 1-1 Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the...
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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 Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 14. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. ATX power...
... 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 Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 14. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. ATX power...
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...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. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU ...1 A B 2 3 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is ...
...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. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU ...1 A B 2 3 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is ...
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... address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. The stability and compatibility of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • Memory modules with less power consumption. ASUS Q87M-E 1-7 The figure illustrates...any of 3GB system memory if you are developed for the dual-channel configuration. 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in Channel A and Channel B. A DDR3 module has the...
... address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. The stability and compatibility of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • Memory modules with less power consumption. ASUS Q87M-E 1-7 The figure illustrates...any of 3GB system memory if you are developed for the dual-channel configuration. 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in Channel A and Channel B. A DDR3 module has the...
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...the DIMM. 3 3. Locked Retaining Clip 1.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock the DIMM. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in only...
...the DIMM. 3 3. Locked Retaining Clip 1.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock the DIMM. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in only...
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...motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that came with it flips out 1 with extra force. 2. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS Q87M...might get damaged when it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Support the DIMM lightly with your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "...
...motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that came with it flips out 1 with extra force. 2. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS Q87M...might get damaged when it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Support the DIMM lightly with your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "...
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... in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - CLRTC 12 23 2.& Normal (Default) Q87M-E Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction IRQ... about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to reenter data. 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 - - - Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Hold...
... in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - CLRTC 12 23 2.& Normal (Default) Q87M-E Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction IRQ... about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to reenter data. 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 - - - Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Hold...
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... only when you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND Q87M-E Q87M-E Chassis intrusion connector ASUS Q87M-E 1-15 Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is set to [HD]. The signal is for a chassis-mounted...definition compliant definition Q87M-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By default, the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition...
... only when you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND Q87M-E Q87M-E Chassis intrusion connector ASUS Q87M-E 1-15 Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is set to [HD]. The signal is for a chassis-mounted...definition compliant definition Q87M-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By default, the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition...
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... RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND 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 the fan connectors. Do... fan cables to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert 2 feature. 7.
... RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND 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 the fan connectors. Do... fan cables to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert 2 feature. 7.
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...connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you to 480Mbps connection speed. 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...Q87M-E USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of up to 4.8Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to connect a USB 3.0 module for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard...
...connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you to 480Mbps connection speed. 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...Q87M-E USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of up to 4.8Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to connect a USB 3.0 module for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard...
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1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. SB_PWR Q87M-E ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off Q87M-E Onboard LED ASUS Q87M-E 1-19 The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. SB_PWR Q87M-E ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off Q87M-E Onboard LED ASUS Q87M-E 1-19 The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
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.... Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to display their respective menus. The contents of the Support DVD to avail all motherboard features. If Autorun is enabled in your ASUS motherboard. Refer to change at www.asus.com for reference only. To run the DVD. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This...
.... Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to display their respective menus. The contents of the Support DVD to avail all motherboard features. If Autorun is enabled in your ASUS motherboard. Refer to change at www.asus.com for reference only. To run the DVD. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This...
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... 3 main menu bar. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you 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 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS...
... 3 main menu bar. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you 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 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS...
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... utility automatically. 4. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that allows you to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 The system requires you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Doing so can use...: 1. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is not supported under DOS environment. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that you can cause system boot failure...
... utility automatically. 4. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that allows you to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 The system requires you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Doing so can use...: 1. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is not supported under DOS environment. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that you can cause system boot failure...
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... 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 motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If...10 Exit Menu 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 default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced...
... 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 motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If...10 Exit Menu 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 default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced...