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... 2160 @60Hz - Supports HDMI with max.resolution of 4096 x 2160 @24Hz / 2560 x 1600 @60Hz - Supports D-Sub with max. Q87M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium...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...
... 2160 @60Hz - Supports HDMI with max.resolution of 4096 x 2160 @24Hz / 2560 x 1600 @60Hz - Supports D-Sub with max. Q87M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium...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...
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... chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. ASUS Q87M-E 1-1 The edge with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, place it into the chassis in the image. 1.2.2 Screw holes Place six...
... chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. ASUS Q87M-E 1-1 The edge with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, place it into the chassis in the image. 1.2.2 Screw holes Place six...
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... 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
... 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
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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. ASUS Q87M-E 1-5
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...Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. Use a maximum of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • Memory modules with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in Channel A and Channel B. DDR3 modules are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ...; The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. ASUS Q87M-E 1-7 The system 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...
...Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. Use a maximum of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • Memory modules with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in Channel A and Channel B. DDR3 modules are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ...; The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. ASUS Q87M-E 1-7 The system 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...
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... cause you intend to the card. 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Support the DIMM lightly with your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. ASUS Q87M-E 1-9
... cause you intend to the card. 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. Support the DIMM lightly with your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. ASUS Q87M-E 1-9
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DIS_ME 12 23 Q87M-E Normal (Default) Q87M-E Intel® ME jumper Disable ME Disable the Intel® ME function before updating it . This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. ...® ME function. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. DisplayPort port. ASUS Q87M-E 1-11 • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network...
DIS_ME 12 23 Q87M-E Normal (Default) Q87M-E Intel® ME jumper Disable ME Disable the Intel® ME function before updating it . This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. ...® ME function. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. DisplayPort port. ASUS Q87M-E 1-11 • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network...
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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 DVI port: 165 MHz - VGA port: 180 MHz 13. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are...
... 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 DVI port: 165 MHz - VGA port: 180 MHz 13. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are...
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... the front panel audio I/O module cable to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. 4. 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. Remove the jumper caps only...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 supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard...
... the front panel audio I/O module cable to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. 4. 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. Remove the jumper caps only...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 supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard...
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...separately. 9. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. ASUS Q87M-E 1-17 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a ...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. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector...
...separately. 9. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. ASUS Q87M-E 1-17 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a ...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. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector...
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The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 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. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component.
The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 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. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component.
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Please refer to the spec sheet for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ASUS Q87M-E 1-21 Platform requirements: • Windows® 7 (32/64bit) / Windows® 8 (32/64bit) • Lynx Point PCH with Core™ Haswell CPU (Shark Bay platforms) with ... requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. • Some models without the 5MB ME firmware do not support Intel® SBA. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for details. 1.9.3 Intel® SBA support Intel® SBA (Small Business Advantage) is a combination of these chipsets: B85, H87, Q87 • The...
Please refer to the spec sheet for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ASUS Q87M-E 1-21 Platform requirements: • Windows® 7 (32/64bit) / Windows® 8 (32/64bit) • Lynx Point PCH with Core™ Haswell CPU (Shark Bay platforms) with ... requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. • Some models without the 5MB ME firmware do not support Intel® SBA. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for details. 1.9.3 Intel® SBA support Intel® SBA (Small Business Advantage) is a combination of these chipsets: B85, H87, Q87 • The...
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... to restore the BIOS in the future. With this utlity, you to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. ASUS Q87M-E 2-1 To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating 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 ...
... to restore the BIOS in the future. With this utlity, you to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. ASUS Q87M-E 2-1 To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating 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 ...
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... the BIOS file in the removable device into Q87ME.CAP. • The BIOS file in a DOS environment. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! This utility... not be the latest version. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you press to recover BIOS settings. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). ...
... the BIOS file in the removable device into Q87ME.CAP. • The BIOS file in a DOS environment. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! This utility... not be the latest version. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you press to recover BIOS settings. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). ...
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.... We recommend you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. When BIOS update is done, press to turn the system off then back on. ASUS Q87M-E 2-5 BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you failed to confirm BIOS update. 4. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu...
.... We recommend you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. When BIOS update is done, press to turn the system off then back on. ASUS Q87M-E 2-5 BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you failed to confirm BIOS update. 4. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu...
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...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 ...provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following sections for the detailed configurations. ASUS Q87M-E 2-7 Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press F7. The figure below shows an example of the selected mode...
...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 ...provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following sections for the detailed configurations. ASUS Q87M-E 2-7 Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press F7. The figure below shows an example of the selected mode...
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... your personal space where you can change the settings. Quick Note button This button allows you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Q87M-E 2-9 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the selected item. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is...
... your personal space where you can change the settings. Quick Note button This button allows you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Q87M-E 2-9 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the selected item. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is...
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... Installed. The User Password item on how to create/confirm the password. From the Create New Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. ASUS Q87M-E 2-11 To change a user password: 1. User Password If you have set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. Select the User Password item and...
... Installed. The User Password item on how to create/confirm the password. From the Create New Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. ASUS Q87M-E 2-11 To change a user password: 1. User Password If you have set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. Select the User Password item and...
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... the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. 2.5.2 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Default set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. Target DMI/PEG Clock : xxxxMHz... Tuner [Manual] Allows you to display the following items: Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU Turbo-Mode speed. ASUS Q87M-E 2-13 Target Cache Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target Cache speed.
... the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. 2.5.2 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Default set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. Target DMI/PEG Clock : xxxxMHz... Tuner [Manual] Allows you to display the following items: Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU Turbo-Mode speed. ASUS Q87M-E 2-13 Target Cache Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target Cache speed.
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...] - [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM CAS# Write to adjust the value. Use the and keys to Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [31 DRAM Clock] ASUS Q87M-E 2-15 2.5.11 DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features.
...] - [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM CAS# Write to adjust the value. Use the and keys to Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [31 DRAM Clock] ASUS Q87M-E 2-15 2.5.11 DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features.