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ASUS F1A75-M User's Manual

1. 8 8 8 8 3 Volts 12 Volis JC 5 Volts 3535 12 Volts tC 5 Volts 5V Standby 5 Volts U U Power 5 Volts e eno 2222 ramino S 5 Volis PSONA GND 3 Volts 12 Volts GE El 3 Volts Volts CS umm PINT Q5 F1A75 M PRO R2 0 ATX power connectors A We recommend that you use ATX 12V Specification 2 0 compliant power supply unit PSU with a minimum of 300W power rating This PSU type has 24 pin and 4 pin power plugs lfyou intend to use a PSU with 20 pin and 4 power plugs ensure that 20 pin power plug can provide at least 15 Aon 12 V and that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 300W The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate DO NOT forget to connect the 4 pin 8 pin ATX 12V power plug Otherwise the system will not boot up We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring system with more power consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator
2. nector The COM module is purchased separately 1 26 Chapter 1 Product introduction System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions PLED 7 72 gt x m 2 PLED4 4 PLED 5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL PIN 1 Ground a DE En PwRsw Reguires an ATX power supply F1A75 M PRO R2 0 System panel connector Reset Ground LED LED System power LED 2 PLED This 2 connector is for the system power LED Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power and blinks when the system is in sleep mode Hard disk drive activity LED 2 pin IDE LED This 2 connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD System warning speaker 4 pin SPEAKER This 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRSW This connector is for the system power button Reset butt
3. EET i 9 n FIATEM PRO RES ES Li 2 CT mmm F1A75 M PRO 2 0 switch Refer to section 1 10 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM LED The DRAM LED also lights when the DIMM is not properly installed Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK function The switch does not function under Windows OS environment During the tuning process the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings It takes about 30 seconds for the system to test one set of failsafe settings If the test fails the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings The blinking speed ofthe DRAM LED increases indicating different test processes Dueto memory tuning requirement the system automatically reboots when each timing set is tested If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process the DRAM_LED lights continuously Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL Qualified Vendors Lists in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www asus com If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer To stop memory tuning turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 5 10 seconds
4. 13 Motherboard overview U sasas saaa saaa aaa 1 3 1 Placement directions 1 3 2 1 3 3 Motherboard layOUL itin iai rini Pert heirs 1 34 Layout CONEBNS a u A T aaa 14 Accelerated Processing Unit 1 8 1 4 1 ai 1 9 1 4 2 APU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1 10 15 Systemi M MO e P 1 5 1 Overview 1 5 2 Memory configurations 1 13 1 5 3 Installing nette nrbem 1 18 16 EXPANSION Slots 1 19 1 6 1 Installing an expansion card 1 19 1 6 2 Configuring an expansion Card 1 19 1 6 3 u qana i i i i i 1 19 1 6 4 PGIEXpress x1 50 a 1 19 1 6 5 PGIEXpr ss x106 slots i eae 1 19 DAP EN 18 Conne ectors u u u u u u u uu uuu 1 8 1 Rear panel ports 1 8 2 1 24 19 OnbOoardiSWilehi 1 30 140 Onboard LEDS uuu 1 32 1 14 Softwaresupport u U oi uuu u uuu 1 33 1 11 1 Installing an operating system 1 33 4412 Su
5. mm CT Ca 03 cae summ F1A75 M PRO R2 0 DRAM LED TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable ELED730 L JE BO ae C i mm r a umm 1 75 R2 0 TPU LED EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable ELED740 mum F1A75 M PRO R2 0 EPU LED Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 11 Software support 1 11 1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows XP Vista Windows 7 Windows 8 Operating Systems OS Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware Motherboard settings and hardware options vary Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information Ensure that you install Windows XP Service Pack or later versions Windows Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability BIOS and drivers updates are required to support Windows 8 1 11 2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard
6. W1333UB4GS 4GB DS Samsung 4 260846 W1333UX6GM 6GB 3x 288 DS Micron OBF27D9KPT JM1333KLN 2G 2GB SS Micron 0YD77D9LGK JM1333KLU 2G 2GB DS Transcend TK243PDF3 TS256MLK64V3U 2GB DS Micron 9GF27D9KPT 9 9 24 1 5V 1 16 Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1066 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors SS DS Chip Brand Chip Timing Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs CT12864BA1067 8FF Micron 9GF22D9KPT CT25664BA1067 16FF Micron 9HF22D9KPT EBJ10UE8EDFO AE F ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 1 35V low voltage 1 35V low voltage KVR1066D3N7 1G low DJ I profile ELPIDA J1108BFSE DJ F 1 5V KVR1066D3N7 2G ELPIDA J1108BDSE DJ F 1 5V KVR1066D3N7 4G Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 1 5V MT8JTF12864AZ 1G1F1 Micron 9GF22D9KPT MT16JTF25664AZ 1G1F1 Micron 9HF22D9KPT EBJ21UE8EDFO AE F ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F Side s SS Single sided DS Double sided DIMM support 1DIMM Supports 1 module inserted into any slot as Single channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the module into A1 slot 2 DIMMs Supports two 2 modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1 and B1 for better compatibility 4DIMMs Supports four 4 modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual channel memory configura
7. E7471 First Edition July 2012 Copyright 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Rights Reserved No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC ASUS Product warranty or service will not be extended if 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOU
8. are le ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 3 4 Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots LED Power CPU and chassis fan connectors 3 pin PWR FAN 4 pin CPU FAN and 4 pin CHA FAN1 2 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V AMD FM1 socket DDR3 DIMM slots TPU LED ELED730 EPU LED ELED740 EPU switch TPU switch MemOK switch DRAM LED DRAM LED Standby power LED SB_PWR SATA6 0Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_1 6 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL connector 20 1 pin TPM Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC USB 3 0 connector 20 1 pin USB3_56 USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB34 USB56 USB78 USB910 Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM1 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP S 1 4 Accelerated Processing Unit APU This motherboard comes with an FM1 socket designed for AMD A amp E2 series accelerated processors with AMD Radeon 6000 series graphics Ensure that you use APU designed for the FM1 socket APU fits in only one correct orientation DO NOT force the APU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the APU L
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10. 1 Boot Priority Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to decide the boot priority Boot Menu F8 Default F5 Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode of the selected mode on the inni Selects the boot device priorit right hand side P y The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system The Boot Menu F8 button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 7 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end users to configure the BIOS settings The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations To access the EZ Mode click Exit then select ASUS EZ Mode Back button Menu items Menubar Configuration fields General help 26 N Tweaker Advanced ce iN Onboard Devices Configuration gt HD Audio Device Front Panel Type SPDIF Out Type Realtek LAN Controller Realtek PXE OPROM Asmedia USB 3 0 Controller Enabled Disabled Asmedia USB 3 0 Battery Enabled Enabled Port Configuration Submenu item Pop up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking se
11. 600 RPM CPU Fan Profile Standard This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan Standard Sets to Standard to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature Silent Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum CPU fan speed Manual Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan speed control parameters The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to Manual CPU Upper Temperature 70 C Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 20 C to 90 C CPU Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 40 to 100 When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle CPU Lower Temperature 20 C Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 40 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 40 to 100 When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 23 2 24 2 6 4 Chassis G Fan Control Disabled Disabled Disables the Chassis Q Fan control f
12. the rear of the chassis Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 3 3 Motherboard layout 24 4cm 9 6in 6 e e eo e LE r KB USB3 34 EATX12V DiGi I vnu SPDIF O2 AM HDMI 1 ELED740 15 5115 NE m EIEI elle 5 5 alallala 5 1 L EI EF ee L i x 5 1 5 5 FS 8 SHS S 5 pramen _ 2 5 5 m 8 E gt gt USB3_12 2 2 2 6 5 LANI USBi2 2 g r lt lt AUDIO H 105 Lithium a E 4770 CMOS Power i sa 5 gt 5 5 5 g PCIEX16_1 L me t F1A75 M PRO R2 0 PCIEX1 1 TPU Super AMD A75 PCH ALC PORE BIOS 882 SPDIF_OU TETE USB78 USB910 USB34 UsBse USB3_56 cLATC TPM r Ead EE EE e ERE
13. Extreme Maintains the VRM current balance Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI VRM related parameters The thermal conditions should be monitored 2 4 14 APU Spread Spectrum Auto Auto Automatic configuration Disabled Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability Enabled Sets to Enabled for EMI control ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 2 5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices A Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values Gs can cause the system to malfunction Advanced gt CPU Configuration gt SATA Configuration gt USB Configuration gt NB Configuration gt Onboard Devices Configuration gt APM gt Network Stack 2 5 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects A The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Enabled Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions Disabled Disables this function C6 Mode Auto Enables or disables C6 mode Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled CPB Mode Auto Disables the CPB Core Performance Boost mode or set it to Auto for automatic configuration Configuration options Disabled Auto AMD PowerN
14. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 2 The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this eguipment IC Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class B specifications This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada This Class B device meets all the reguirements of the Canadian interference causing eguipment regulations This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Cut appareil num rigue de la Classe B est conforme norme NMB 003 du Canada Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux
15. OCZ3BE1600C8LV4GK 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V OCZ3G16004GK 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 7V OCZ30B1600LV4GK OCZ3G1600LV6GK 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 65V WA160UX6G9 ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 15 DDR3 1333 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs AD631180823EV 2GB 3CCA 1509A gt 1 25V AXDU1333GC2G9 2G XMP 4GB 2x2GB vag voltage AD6311C1624EV 4GB 3CCA 1509A 78 A1GC6 9L1 2GB AM5D5808DEWSBG 78 A1GC6 9L1 2GB AM5D5808FEQSBG 78 B1GDE 9L10C 4GB AM5D5908CEHSBG TR3X3G1333C9 G 3GB 3 x 1GB TR3X6G1333C9 G 6GB 3x 2GB CMD24GX3M6A1333C9 XMP 24GB 6x4GB TW3X4G1333C9D G 4GB 2 x 2GB CT12864BA1339 8FF 1GB Micron 9FF22D9KPT CT25664BA1339 16FF 2GB Micron 9KF27D9KPT BL25664BN1337 16FF XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 65V 1 35V low EBJ10UE8EDFO0 DJ F 1GB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F voltage F3 10600CL8D 2GBHK XMP 1GB G SKILL F3 10600CL9D 2GBNQ 2GB 2 x 1GB 1 5V F3 10666CL8D 4GBECO XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB XMP 1 35V F3 10666CL7D 8GBRH XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB 1 5V GV32GB1333C9DC 2GB 2 x 1GB 5 1 5V GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB 2 x 2GB GL1L128M88BA12N GV34GB1333C9DC 1 5V GVP34GB1333C7DC 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 5V gt 1 35V low HMT112U6TFR8A H9 1GB H5TC1G83TFRH9A voltage HMT325U6BFR8C H9 2GB i H5TO2G83BFRH9C HMT125U6TFR8A H9 2GB H5TC1G83TFRH9A 1 35V low voltage HMT351U6BFR8C H9 4GB H5TG2G83BFRH9C FLFD45F B8KL9 NAES 1GB KKB8FNWBFGNX 27A FLFE85F C8KF9 CA
16. If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking press the switch to boot and load BIOS default settings A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www asus com after using the MemOK function 1 30 Chapter 1 Product introduction 2 switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the function TPU EUER Disable Enable SS Default mm Ca CO ra mmm F1A75 M PRO R2 0 TPU switch 3 EPU switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the EPU function 27 H Disable Enable Ca Default Go Fo ee m F1A75 M PRO R2 0 EPU switch ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 10 1 1 32 Onboard LEDs DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process If an error is found the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved This user friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second
17. profile which applies different settings to DRAM frequency DRAM timing and DRAM voltage Configuration options DDR3 1600MHz 9 9 9 24 1 65V DDR3 1800MHz 9 9 9 24 1 65V DDR3 1866MHz 9 9 9 24 1 65V DDR3 2000MHz 9 9 9 24 1 65V DDR3 2133MHz 9 9 9 24 1 65V DDR3 2200MHz 9 9 9 24 1 65V DDR3 2400MHz 9 9 9 24 1 65V 2 4 2 Memory Frequency Auto Allows you to set the memory operating frequency Configuration options Auto DDR3 800MHz DDR3 1066MHz DDR3 1333MHz DDR3 1600MHz DDR3 1866MHz N aN N Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable If this _ happens revert to the default setting 243 Multiplier Auto Allows you to set the multiplier between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Freguency Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the ratio The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model 2 4 4 EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function Configuration options Disabled Enabled EPU Setting Auto This item appears only when The EPU Power Saving Mode is set to Enabled and allows you to set power saving mode Configuration options Auto Light Power Saving Mode Medium Power Saving Mode Max Power Saving Mode Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 13 2 14 2 4 5 OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance Press lt
18. 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V TR3X6G1600C8 G XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 65V TR3X6G1600C8D G XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 65V CMP8GX3M2A1600C9 XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB 1 65V CMX8GX3M4A1600C9 XMP 8GB 4 x 2GB 1 65V BL25664BN1608 16FF XMP F3 12800CL7D 4GBRH XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 6V F3 12800CL7D 4GBECO XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB XMP 1 35V F3 12800CL7D 4GBRM XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 6V F3 12800CL8D 4GBRM XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 60V F3 12800CL9D 4GBECO XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB XMP 1 35V F3 12800CL9T 6GBNQ XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 5V 1 6V F3 12800CL7D 8GBRH XMP F3 12800CL8D 8GBECO XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB DS 1 6V XMP 1 35V F3 12800CL9D 8GBRL XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB DS 1 5V GET316GB1600C9QC XMP 16GB 4 x 4GB DS 1 6V FLGE85F B8KJ9A FEIS XMP 2GB DS FLGE85F B8MF7 MEEH XMP 2GB DS KHX1600C9D3K3 12GX XMP 12GB 3 x 4GB DS KHX1600C9AD3 2G KVR1600D3N11 2G ES 2GB 2GB DS D1288JPN DPLD9U 1 85V 1 5V KHX1600C7D3K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V KHX1600C8D3K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V KHX1600C8D3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V KHX1600C9D3K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V KHX1600C9D3LK2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB XMP 1 35V KHX1600C9D3T1K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 65V KHX1600C9D3K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 65V KHX1600C9D3T1BK3 6GX XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 65V
19. BIOS PnP DMI 2 0 WfM 2 0 ACPI 2 0a SM BIOS 2 6 Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti Virus software OEM version uATX form factor 9 6 in x 9 6 in 24 4 cm x 24 4 cm Specifications are subject to change without notice xi Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items DDRS DIMM 1 646 240 pn modu aE ms F1A75 M PRO R2 0 2 x Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s cables zy 1 x Q Shield User Guide Support DVD L4 If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer The illustrated items above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models Product introduction 11 Special features 1 1 1 Product highlights AMD A amp E2 series accelerated processors with AMD Radeon HD 6000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD 4 E2 series accelerated processor with AMD Radeon HD 6000 series graphics This revolutionary APU Accelerated Processing Unit combines processing power and advanced DirectX 11 graphics in one small energy efficient design to enable accelerated performance and an in
20. Boost technology supports UASP USB Attached SCSI Protocol the latest USB 3 0 standard With USB 3 0 Boost technology a USB device s transmission speed is significantly increased up to 170 adding to an already impressive fast USB 3 0 transfer speed ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3 0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction Network iControl Network iControl is an intuitive one step network control center that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows you to set monitor and schedule the bandwidth priorities for your network programs It allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows XP Vista operating systems ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS UEFI BIOS a UEFI compliant architecture offers the first mouse controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard only BIOS controls providing you with more flexibility convenience and easy to navigate EFI BIOS than the traditional BIOS versions It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than 2 2 TB ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey F3 Shortcut for most accessed information ASUS DRAM SPD Serial Presence Detect information detecting faulty DIMMs and helping with difficult POST situations
21. Enter gt and select OK to start automatic overclocking 2 4 6 DRAM Timing Control The sub items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using the keyboard and press lt Enter gt 1 Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable If this E happens revert to the default settings 2 4 7 CPU Voltage Offset Mode Offset Mode To offset the voltage by a positive or negative value Manual Mode To set the voltage manually CPU Offset Mode Sign This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to Offset Mode To offset the voltage by a positive value To offset the voltage by a negative value CPU Offset Voltage Auto Allows you to set the CPU Offset voltage The values range from 0 00625V to 0 500V with a 0 00625V interval J h Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage Setting a high voltage may damage the permanently and setting a low voltage make the system unstable VDDNB Offset Mode Sign This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to Offset Mode To offset the voltage by a positive value H To offset the voltage by a negative value VDDNB Offset Voltage Auto Allows you to set the VDDNB Offset voltage The values range from 0 00625V to 0 500V with 0 00625V interval CPU Manual
22. HDMI DVI Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 19 2 20 255 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Device Enabled Enabled Enables the High Definition Audio Controller Disabled Disables the controller The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Device item to Enabled Front Panel Type HD Allows you to set the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to AC 97 or high definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports HD Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to high definition audio AC97 Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to 97 SPDIF Out Type SPDIF SPDIF Sets to SPDIF for SPDIF audio output HDMI Sets to HDMI for HDMI audio output Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the Realtek LAN controller Disabled Disables the controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled This item appears only when you set the Realtek LAN Controller item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the Rom Help of the Realtek LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Asmedia USB 3 0 Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the onboard USB 3 0 controller Disabled Disables the controller Asmedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support Enabled This item appears only when the Asmedia USB 3 0 Controller item is set to Enabled Enabled Enables the Asmedia USB 3 0 battery ch
23. Voltage Auto This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to Manual Mode and allows you to manually set the CPU voltage The values range from 0 800V to 1 700V with 0 0125V interval VDDNB Manual Voltage Auto This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to Manual Mode and allows you to manually set the VDDNB voltage The values range from 0 800V to 1 550V with a 0 0125V interval ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 2 4 8 DRAM Voltage Auto Allows you to set the DRAM voltage The values range from 1 35V to 2 30V with a 0 01V interval 249 SB 1 1V Voltage Auto Allows you to set the Southbridge 1 1V voltage The values range from 1 1V to 1 4V with a 0 01V interval 2 4 10 1 1Vsb Voltage Auto Allows you to setthe 1 1Vsb voltage The values range from 1 1000V to 1 2000V with a 0 1V interval 2411 APU1 2V Voltage Auto Allows you to set the APU Accelerated Processor Unit 1 2V voltage The values range from 1 2000V to 1 8000V with a 0 01V interval 2 412 VDDA Voltage Auto Allows you to set the VDDA voltage The values range from 2 5000V to 2 8000V with a 0 1V interval The values of the CPU Offset Voltage VDDNB Offset Voltage DRAM Voltage SB 1 1V Voltage 1 1Vsb Voltage APU1 2V Voltage and VDDA Voltage items labeled in different color indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high
24. Yes to discard changes and exit ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the UEFI Shell application shellx64 efi from one of the available devices that have a filesystem 2 28 ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures
25. number of devices installed in the system select the boot device during system startup press F8 when ASUS Logo appears To access Windows OS in Safe Mode press lt F8 gt after POST 2 7 9 Boot Override These items displays the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system Click an item to start booting from the selected device 2 26 ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 2 8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the submenu gt ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility gt ASUS O C Profile gt ASUS SPD Information 2 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 Press Enter to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen For more details see section 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2 8 2 ASUS Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created Label Allows you to input the label of the setup profile Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash and create a profile Key ina profile number from one to eight press lt Enter gt and then select Yes Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash Key in the profile number that saved your CMOS settings press lt E
26. package contains the drivers software applications and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updates To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive If Autorun is enabled in your computer the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen Click Drivers Utilities Make Disk Manual and Contact tabs to display their respective menus The following screen is for reference only Drivers ASUS InstAl 5 Click an icon to display Support DVD motherboard Google Toolbar information Google Chrome Browser Realtek Audio Driver AMD Chipset Driver AMD Graphics Driver Realtek LAN Driver Asmedia USB 3 0 Driver Norton Internet Security Solution APRP Utility Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer browse the contents of the Support DVD to m locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 33 Chapter 1 Product introduction BIOS information 2 1 Managing updating your BIOS A Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility 2 1 1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility
27. screen appears as below ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 30 F1A75MP2 CAP 8390656 2012 05 31 17 30 48 Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup Esc Exit Press lt Tab gt to switch between screen fields and use the lt Up Down Home End gt keys to select the BIOS file and press lt Enter gt BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update Are you sure to update BIOS Select Yes and press lt Enter gt When BIOS update is done press lt ESC gt to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure For BIOS Updater version 1 30 or later the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu Refer to section 2 9 Exit menu for details Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 5 2 6 2 2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup Press Delete during the Pow
28. that the drivers support Share IRQ or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments Otherwise conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups making the system unstable and the card inoperable 1 6 3 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card SCSI card USB card and other cards that comply with PCI specifications 1 6 4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications 1 6 5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 19 PCI Express operating mode PCle x16 1 VGA configuration ihrer x16 Recommended for single VGA card Dual VGA PCle card x16 A Insingle VGA card mode use the 2 0 x16 1 slot blue for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX mode See page 1 25 for details Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIEx16 1 shared PCIEx16 2 shared PCIEx1 1 PCI1 slot shared OnChip IGP shared Realtek 8111F controller ASM USB3 0 shared HD audio shared SATA controller Onboard USB3 0 c
29. to set the waiting time for the system to display the post report Configuration options 1 sec 2 sec 3 sec 4 sec 5 sec 6 sec 7 sec 8 sec 9 sec 10 sec Until Press ESC 2 7 3 Wait for F1 If Error Enabled When this item is set to Enabled the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 25 2 7 4 Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Force BIOS The third party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence Keep Current third party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third party manufacturer had set the add on device to do so 2 7 5 Setup Mode EZ Mode Advanced Mode Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program EZ Mode Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program 2 7 6 UEFI Legacy Boot Enabled both UEFI and Legacy Enable both UEFI and Legacy Enables both UEFI and Legacy boot Disable UEFI Enables the Legacy boot and disables the UEFI boot Disable Legacy Enables the UEFI boot and disables the Legacy boot 2775 PCI ROM Priority Legacy ROM Legacy ROM Launch Legacy ROM EFl Compatibe ROM Launch UEFI Compatible ROM 2 7 8 Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the
30. z JI EO me ma z L mm E F1A75 M PRO R2 0 CPU socket FM1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 4 1 APU installation ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 APU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1 4 2 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the APU heatsink and APU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary To install the APU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 10 To uninstall the APU heatsink and fan assembly 1 11 ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 5 System memory 1 5 1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 DDR3 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM sockets ADDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets 3 2 5 ZI DIMM B1 Channel B DIMM B1 and DIMM B2 Channel Sockets Channel 1 and DIMM 2 Bes Ao n iC SSSI DINM_A1 Ca F1A75 M R2 0 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1 12 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 5 2 Memory configurations Y
31. 0Gb s connectors support RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 and JBOD configurations Realtek 8111F PCle Gigabit LAN controller ALC892 8 channel High Definition Audio CODEC Supports Jack Detection Multi Streaming and Front Panel Jack Retasking Supports S PDIF out interface at the back I O continued on the next page F1A75 M PRO R2 0 specifications summary AMD A75 southbridge 10x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 8 ports at the mid board 2 ports at the back panel 4x USB 3 0 ports 2 ports at the mid board 2 ports at the back panel Asmedia PCle USB3 0 controller 2x USB 3 0 2 0 ports blue at the back panel ASUS unique ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors Il amp features Auto Tuning TurboV EPU and TPU switch ASUS Digital Power Design Industry leading Digital 4 2 Phase Power Design ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use ASUS USB 3 0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3 0 UASP standard ASUS Al Suite II Al Charger ASUS Anti Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface ASUS Guiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design Stylish heatsink solution ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY ASUS Q Shield ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi language BIOS The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows XP Vista operatin
32. 27 DS 9 11 9 27 n 55 Chip Vendors Part No Size DS Bran DIMM socket support Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 78 AAGD5 9KD XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 9 9 9 27 CMT6GX3M3A2000C8 XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 8 9 8 24 F3 16000CL9D 4GBFLS XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB F3 16000CL6T 6GBPIS XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB GUP34GB2000C9DC XMP KHX2000C9AD3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB KHX2000C9AD3W1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB KHX2000C9AD3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB KHX2000C9AD3W1K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3x2GB KHX2000C9AD3T1K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB OCZ3XTEP2000C9LV4GK 4GB 2 x 2GB 9 9 9 24 TX2000KLN 8GK XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB DIMM socket support Vendors No Timing Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A1866C9 XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB DS 9 9 0 24 1 651 CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9 XMP 8GB 2x4GB DS 9 10 9 27 1 50 G SKILL F3 14900CL9D 8GBXL XMP 8GB 2x4GB DS 9 10 9 28 1 5V KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3 3GX XMP 3GB 3x1GB SS Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors AX3U1600XB2G79 2X XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB Timing DIMM socket support Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs 1 55V 1 75V AX3U1600GC4G9 2G XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB 1 55V 1 75V AX3U1600XC4G79 2X XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB 1 55V 1 75V TR3X3G1600C8D XMP 3GB 3 x 168 1 65V CMD12GX3M6A1600C8 XMP 12GB 6 x 2GB 1 65V CMP4GX3M2C1600C7 XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V CMX4GX3M2A1600C9 XMP
33. 3 Updating from a BIOS file a Select Update BIOS from file then click Next b Locate the BIOS file from the Open window then click Open Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS based utility Before you start using this utility download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www asus com To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port 2 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility and press lt Enter gt to enable it 3 Press lt Tab gt to switch to the Drive field 4 Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press lt Enter gt 5 Press lt Tab gt to switch to the Folder Info field 6 Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file and then press Enter to perform the BIOS update process Reboot the system when the update process is done This function supports USB flash disks with 32 16 format and single partition only DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 213 ASUS CrashFree BIOS utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when
34. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real time OC now a reality with the ASUS TurboV This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS and its user friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away Moreover the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O C settings in different scenarios Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up This tool also provides stability testing Even O C beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with Auto Tuning MemOK guickly ensures memory boot compatibility This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of the button to patch memory issues MemOK determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success Get your system up and running in no time ASUS Anti Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply unit PSU ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 3 Al Suite II With its fast user friendly interface ASUS Al Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple to use software package It allows you to supervise overclocking energy management fan speed control and voltage and sensor readings This all in one software offers diverse and ease to use functions with no need to switch back and forth between different
35. Duty Cycle 40 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 40 to 100 When the chassis temperature is under 40 C the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle 2 6 5 CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item 2 6 6 Anti Surge Support Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 27 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options Full Screen Logo Wait For F1 If Error Option ROM Messages Setup Mode UEFI Legacy Boot PCI ROM Priority Boot Option 1 Boot Option 2 gt SATA gt Hard Drive BBS Priorities F12 Print Screen gt CD DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities 2 7 1 Bootup NumLock State On On Sets the power on state of the NumLock to On Off Sets the power on state of the NumLock to Off 2 7 2 Full Screen Logo Enabled Enabled Enables the full screen logo display feature Disabled Disables the full screen logo display feature Set this item to Enabled to use the ASUS MyLogo 2 feature Post Report 5 sec This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to Disabled and allows you
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37. ME to wake up by PCI PCIE devices Enabled Allows you to turn on the system through a PCI PCIE LAN or modem card This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Power On By Ring Disabled Disabled Disables Ring to generate a wake event Enabled Enables Ring to generate a wake event Power On By RTC Disabled Disabled Disables RTC to generate a wake event Enabled When set to Enabled the items RTC Alarm Date Days and Hour Minute Second will become user configurable with set values RTC Alarm Date Days This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled and allows you to select RTC alarm time days When you set the time to zero the RTC alarms everyday Use lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the time Hour Mimute Second Allows you to set the RTC alarm time Use lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the time Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 21 257 Network Stack Network Stack Disable Link This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack Configuration options Disable Link Enabled Ipv4 PXE Support Enabled This item appears only when you set the Network Stack item to Enabled When this item is disabled the IPV4 PXE boot option will not be created Configuration options Disable Link Enabled Ipv6 PXE Support Enabled This item appears only when you set the Network Stack item to Enabled When this item
38. Mode Sign CPU Offset Voltage VDDNB Offset Mode Sign VDDNB Offset Voltage DRAM Voltage SB 1 1V Voltage Scroll down to display the following items 1 1Vsb Voltage APU1 2V Voltage VDDA Voltage Load Line Calibration CPU NB Load Line Calibration CPU Current Capability CPU NB Current Capability CPU Power Phase Control CPU Voltage Frequency VRM Spread Spectrum CPU Power Duty Control APU Spread Spectrum 2 12 ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Target CPU Speed xxxxMHz Displays the current CPU speed Target DRAM Speed xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed 2 4 1 Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options Auto Loads the optimal settings for the system Manual Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters D O C P Allows you to select a DRAM O C profile and the related parameters will be adjusted automatically APU Frequency XXX This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to Manual Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad The values range from 90 0MHz to 300 0MHz DRAM O C Profile DDR3 1600MHz 9 9 9 24 1 65V This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to D O C P and allows you to select a DRAM O C
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40. SUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file C P R CPU Parameter Recall The BIOS C P R feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure C P R eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data Simply shut down and reboot the system and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to their default settings Chapter 1 Product introduction ErP ready The motherboard is European Union s Energy related Products ErP ready and ErP reguires products to meet certain energy efficiency reguirements in regards to energy consumptions This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment friendly and energy efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts 1 2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings aN N Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component Before handling components use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object such as the power supply case to avoid damaging them due to static electricity Hold components by the edges to avoid touc
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42. TC RAM The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes EZ Mode and Advanced Mode You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit Advanced Mode button the EZ Mode Advanced Mode screen EZ Mode By default the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to select the display language system performance mode and boot device priority To access the Advanced Mode click Exit Advanced Mode then select Advanced Mode The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed Refer to the 2 Setup Mode item in section 2 7 Boot menu for details Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU motherboard temperature CPU 5V 3 3V 12V voltage output CPU chassis power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes saves the changes and resets the system or enters the Advanced Mode ExiVAdvanced Mode N F1A75 M PRO R2 0 English BIOS Version 0204 Build Date 06 04 2012 I E CPU Type AMD Engineering Sample Speed 2400 MHz Friday 10 08 2010 Total Memory 1024 MB DDR3 1066MHz Temperature voltage 5 Fan Speed CPU FAN RPM PWR FAN L i CHA FAN RPM 2 Q Fan Control Performance Energy Saving
43. USB Support Enabled Enabled Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program Auto Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup If detected the USB controller legacy mode is enabled If no USB device is detected the legacy USB support is disabled Legacy USB3 0 Support Enabled Enabled Enables the support for USB 3 0 devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled Disables the function EHCI Hand off Disabled Enabled Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand off feature Disabled Disables the function 2 5 4 NB Configuration IGFX Multi Monitor Disabled Enables or disables the Internal Graphics Device Multi Monitor support for add on VGA devices And the memory size of Internal Graphics Device will keep memory reserved Configuration options Disabled Enabled Primary Video Device PCIE PCI Video Selects the primary display device Configuration options IGFX Video PCIE PCI Video Integrated Graphics Auto Enables the integrated graphics controller Configuration options Auto Force UMA Frame Buffer Size Auto This item appears only when you set the previous item to Force Configuration options Auto 32M 64M 128M 256M 384M 512M 1G 2G HDMI DVI Port Output Auto Sets the HDMI DVI port output type Configuration options Auto
44. arging function Disabled Disables this function Serial Port Configuration The sub items in this menu allow you to set the serial port configuration Serial Port Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the serial port COM Configuration options Enabled Disabled Change Settings I0 3F8h IRQ 4 Allows you to select the Serial Port base address Configuration options O 3F 8h IRQ 4 IO 2F 8h IRQ 3 I0 3E8h IRQ 4 IO 2E8h IRQ 3 ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 256 Restore Power Loss Power Off Power On The system goes into on state after an AC power loss Power Off The system goes into off state after an AC power loss Last State The system goes into either off or on state whatever the system state was before the AC power loss Power On By PS 2 Keyboard Disabled Disabled Disables the Power On by a PS 2 keyboard Space Bar Sets the Space Bar on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system Ctrl Esc Sets the Ctrl Esc key on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system Power Key Sets Power key on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Power On By PS 2 Mouse Disabled Disabled Disables the Power On by a PS 2 mouse Enabled Enables the Power On by a PS 2 mouse This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Power On By PME Disabled Disabled Disables the P
45. as shown Before updating BIOS 1 Prepare the motherboard support DVD and USB flash drive FAT32 16 format and single partition 2 Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http support asus com and save them on the USB flash drive A NTFS is not supported under DOS environment Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in NTFS format 3 Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives optional Booting the system in DOS environment 1 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port 2 Boot your computer When the ASUS Logo appears press lt F8 gt to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device SATA XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup 3 When the Make Disk menu appears select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number 4 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type d and press lt Enter gt to switch the disk from Drive C optical drive to Drive D USB flash drive Welcome to FreeDOS http www freedos org C gt d D gt ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1 2 At the FreeDOS prompt type bupdater pc g and press lt Enter gt D gt bupdater g The BIOS Updater
46. ase provide the name model number and version as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary object code This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the email address gpl asus com stating the product and describing the problem please DO NOT send large attachments such as source code archives etc to this email address Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii F1A75 M PRO R2 0 specifications ix Package contenits u uu uQ u uuu Q u 1 Product introduction 11 Specialfeat res uuu uu as asas uuu uu ie 1 1 114 Product highlights 11 14 2 Digital Power Design The New 1 2 1 1 3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1 2 Before you proceed
47. at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguage en us for details ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 25 4 Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 7 SATA6G 1 6 These connectors are for the Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives you can create a RAID 0 RAID 1 or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard controller SATA6G 5 SATA6G 2 A These connectors set to IDE mode by default In IDE mode you can connect Serial ATA boot data hard disk drives to these connectors If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to RAID See section 2 5 2 SATA Configuration for details You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATAhard disk drives The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or later version When using hot plug and NCQ set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to See section 2 5 2 SATA Configuration for details 5 Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM1 This connector is for a serial COM port Connect the serial port module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis
48. conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interf rences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interference compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhait de l appareil F1A75 M PRO R2 0 A 1 A 2 Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 VCCI Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement AR A KT VCC 7 gt ABM MRE TIO DOWHGTEEHRCEHSRLSTLEHHEULCORTAZ CORBMMIVASFLEY RBNECSNELTIES DiT EUREEIS SEO CIELGE 0o L TES KC Korea Warning Statement 717 ARS WV 47 2 4 e AlE 72463 FZ AANA AS EAS spp BE ASE 39 334432 0344 2544 99983 999 Q Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm indicates that the product electrical and electronic equipment should not be placed in DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste This pr
49. d The world s first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use of two onboard chips EPU Energy Processing Unit and TPU TurboV Processing Unit New generation Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI VRM digital power design launch control into a new era The digital architecture delivers twice the precision power intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation with minimal power loss through BIOS tuning and an exclusive user interface to increase the board s overclocking range while performance reaches its full potential It also adjusts VRM frequencies dynamically cutting radiation interference by half and decreasing Vcore power noise for CPU to enhance system stability through enabling VRM spread spectrum ASUS DIGI VRM digital power design empowers users with superior flexibility and perfect precision to ensure optimized performance extreme system stability and greater power efficiency DIGI VRM Herald the Arrival of a New Digital Power Design Era VRM or voltage regulator modules are considered among the most essential motherboard design components They supply the voltage demanded by the CPU and a good VRM must intelligently detect actual CPU power draw to provide precise power accordingly ASUS DIGI VRM is an innovative ASUS DIGI VRM design features a digital programmable microprocessor onboard and upgrades motherboard power delivery to a digital standard The 6 2 digital architecture delivers
50. dustry leading visual experience It features Dual channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5GT s AMD A75 FCH Hudson D3 Chipset AMD A75 Hudson 03 is designed to support up to 5GT s interface speed and Express 2 0 x 16 at x4 speed graphics It supports 6 x SATA 6Gb s ports and 4 x USB 3 0 Ports CrossFireX Support Flexible Multi GPU Solutions Your Weapon of Choice F1A75 M PRO R2 0 brings you the multi GPU choice of CrossFireX Expect a brand new gaming style you ve never experienced before Complete USB 3 0 integration Double USB Access Double Convenience ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3 0 accessibility for both the front and rear panels 6 USB 3 0 ports in total Experience the latest plug amp play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2 0 The F1A75 M PRO R2 0 affords greater convenience with high speed connectivity Native SATA 6 0 Gb s support The AMD A75 FCH natively supports next generation Serial ATA SATA storage interface this motherboard delivers up to 6 0 Gb s data transfer rates Additionally get enhanced scalability faster data retrieval double the bandwidth of current bus systems 100 All High quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 11 1 1 2 Digital Power Design The New Standar
51. eature Enabled Enables the Chassis Q Fan control feature Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed Configuration options Ignore 200 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM Chassis Fan Profile Standard This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan Standard Sets to Standard to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature Silent Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum chassis fan speed Manual Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan speed control parameters The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to Manual Chassis Upper Temperature 70 C Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 20 C to 90 C Chassis Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 40 to 100 When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit the chassis fan will oper ate at the maximum duty cycle Chassis Lower Temperature 20 C Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature Chassis Fan Min
52. emory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect SPD which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module Under the default state some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor marked value To operate at the vendor marked or at a higher frequency refer to section 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment For system stability use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load 4 DIMMs or overclocking condition ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 13 1 14 F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2250 MHz capability Chi DIMM socket support Vendors No Size 85 05 Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional pran 1 DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs KINGSTON KHX2250C9D3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2x2GB DS 1 65V Y 2 DDR3 2200 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors Size 55 05 Chip Brand Chip Timing Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs KINGMAX _ FLKE85F B8KJA FEIH XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB DS 1 5V 1 7V B DDR3 2133 MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs GEIL GU34GB2133C9DC XMP 4GB 2x2GB DS 9 9 9 28 1 65V KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x2GB DS KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3X2K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x2GB DS 9 11 9 27 KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4 8GX XMP 8GB 4 x 2GB DS 9 11 9
53. er On Self Test POST If you do not press Delete POST continues with its routines Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST Press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt simultaneously Press the reset button on the system chassis Press the power button to turn the system off then back on Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options 4 Using the power button reset button or the lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt keys to force reset from running operating system can cause damage to your data or system We recommend to always shut down the system properly from the operating system The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit Menu See section 2 9 Exit Menu fthe system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting try to clear the CMOS reset the motherboard to the default value Refer to section 1 7 Jumpers on how to erase the R
54. g systems Special features 100 All high quality conductive polymer capacitors ASUS exclusive Intelligent overclocking tools overclocking Switch features Auto Tuning Precision Tweaker 2 vCore Adjustable CPU voltage at 0 00625V increment vDRAM Bus 65 step memory voltage control 41 step chipset voltage control SFS Stepless Frequency Selection APU frequency tuning from 90MHz up to 300MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection ASUS C P R CPU Parameter Recall continued on the next page F1A75 M PRO R2 0 specifications summary Back Panel I O ports Internal I O connectors buttons switches Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS 2 keyboard mouse combo port 1 x HDMI output port 1x DVI D output port 1 x D Sub output port 1 x Optical S PDIF output port 1 x LAN RJ 45 port 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 x USB 3 0 2 0 ports blue 8 channel audio I O ports 4 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 8 USB 2 0 1 1 ports 1 x USB 3 0 2 0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3 0 2 0 ports 6 x SATA 6 0Gb s connectors 1 COM connector 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Power fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S PDIF output connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x TPM connector 1 x 24 pin EATX power connector 1 x 8 pin EATX 12V power connector 1 MemOK button 1 x EPU switch 1 x switch 64Mb Flash ROM UEFI
55. h as warranty flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package vii Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual DANGER WARNING Information prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task AN CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to it complete a task AN IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase lt Key gt Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example lt Enter gt means that you must press the Enter or Return key lt 1 gt lt Key2 gt lt Key3 gt If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign F1A75 M PRO R2 0 specifications summary Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Multi GPU support Storage RAID AMD A amp E2 series accelerated processors with AMD Radeon HD 6000 series graphics up to 4 CPU cores FM1 package AMD Turbo Core Technology 2 0 support The AMD Turbo Core Technology 2 0 support depends on the APU types Refer to www asus com for
56. hing the ICs on them 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 switch off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard peripherals or components Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON in sleep mode or in soft off mode This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED Tur a a L SB_PWR HOO pe o 1 Pi ON OFF ia E mum Standby Power Powered Off F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Onboard LED ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 5 1 3 Motherboard overview 1 3 1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below 1 3 2 Screw holes Place eight screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis N DO NOT overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard Place this side towards
57. io compliant Legacy AC 97 3 pin definition compliant definition F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Front panel audio connector We recommend that you connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high definition audio capability If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to HD See section 2 5 5 Onboard Devices Configuration for details The front panel audio I O module is purchased separately Chapter 1 Product introduction USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB34 USB56 USB78 USB910 These connectors are for USB 2 0 ports Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis These USB connectors comply with USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 480Mbps connection speed D USB78 USB910 USB34 USB56 x s m zee BES 58 PPE PPE 554459 55459 59459 54459 HOD m 11411 Lid LLLA ILI M Ere Tiedt cu M NM Ur M put hae ABO eh LEZ ears oP eZ mo io 40 888 888 888 888 F1A75 M PRO R2 0 USB2 0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing s
58. is disabled the IPV6 PXE boot option will not be created Configuration options Disable Link Enabled 2 6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature power status and allows you to change the fan settings ASUS EFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode _ Monitor MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan 1 Speed Chassis Fan 2 Speed Power Fan Speed CPU G Fan Control Chassis G Fan Control CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage Anti Surge Support 2 22 ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 2 6 1 CPU Temperature MB Temperature xxx C xxx F The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures 2 6 2 CPU Chassis Power Fan Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU chassis power fan speeds in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed 2 6 3 CPU G Fan Control Disabled Disabled Disables the CPU Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed Configuration options Ignore 200RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500
59. it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file A Before using this utility rename the BIOS file in the removable device into F1A75MP2 CAP The BIOS in the support DVD may not be the latest version Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www asus com Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port 3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically 4 The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting To ensure system compatibility and stability we recommend that you press lt F5 gt to load default BIOS values DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause ce system boot failure Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 3 24 2 1 4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process The succeeding utility screens are for reference only The actual utility screen displays not be same
60. items in the menu and change the settings General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items If an item is user configurable you can change the value of the field opposite the item You cannot select an item that is not user configurable A configurable field is highlighted when selected To change the value of a field select it and press Enter or click on it to display a list of options Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 9 2 3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to set the system date time language and security settings System Language English System Date System Time gt Security 2 3 1 System Language English Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options Configuration options English Fran ais Espanol Deutsch 8917 fj HC 2 3 2 System Date Day xx xx xxxx Allows you to set the system date 2 3 3 System Time Allows you to set the system time 2 3 4 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings If you have forgotten your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See
61. nter gt and then select Yes DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory CPU configuration and BIOS version 2 8 3 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot DIMM A1 Displays the Serial Presence Detect SPD information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot Configuration options DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 27 2 9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu Load Optimized Defaults Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus When you select this option or if you press lt F5 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to load the default values Save Changes amp Reset Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved When you select this option or if you press lt F10 gt confirmation window appears Select Yes to save changes and exit Discard Changes amp Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press lt Esc gt a confirmation window appears Select
62. number of working VRM phase Increasing phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance Reducing phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency Standard Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading Optimized Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile Extreme Proceeds the full phase mode Manual Adjustment Allows manual adjustment Manual Adjustment Fast Select Ultra Fast for a faster response The reaction time will be longer when Regular is selected Configuration options Ultra Fast Fast Medium Regular CPU Voltage Frequency Auto Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal Setting a higher frequency gets faster transient response Auto Allows you to enable or disable the Spread Spectrum item Manual Allows you to manually set the frequency with a 10k Hz interval VRM Spread Spectrum Disabled This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency item to Auto and allows you to enable the spread spectrum to enhance system stability VRM Fixed Frequency Mode xxx This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency item to Manual and allows you to set a fixed VRM frequency Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 200k Hz to 400k Hz with a 10k Hz interval CPU Power Duty Control T Probe T Probe Maintains the VRM thermal balance
63. o will damage the 3 motherboard The USB 2 0 module is purchased separately USB 3 0 connector 20 1 pin USB3 56 This connector is for the additional USB 3 0 ports Connect the USB 3 0 bracket cable to this connector then install the USB 3 0 bracket to the rear side of the chassis If your chassis support customized front panel installation with ASUS USB 3 0 header you can have a front panel USB 3 0 solution USB3 56 xX xk a 55 xi 20 0 1 8225225880 LLLI ILI HAA 171177777 525905944 18 gt 2 48 84 55 EE 55 8 m ra ra ra F1A75 M PRO R2 0 USB3 0 Front panel connector The USB 3 0 module is purchased separately ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 29 1 9 Onboard switch Onboard switches allow you to fine tune performance when working on a bare or open case system This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance 1 switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK switch lights continuously Press and hold the MemOK switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot
64. oduct has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products DO NOT throw the mercury containing button cell battery in municipal waste This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste ASUS Recycling Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products batteries other components as well as the packaging materials Please go to http csr asus com english Takeback htm for detailed recycling information in different regions Appendices ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei Taiwan 11259 Telephone 886 2 2894 3447 Fax 886 2 2890 7798 E mail info asus com tw Web site WWW asus com tw Technical Support Telephone 86 21 38429911 Online support support asus com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address Telephone Fax Web site Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 USA 1 812 282 3777 1 510 608 4555 usa asus com 1 812 282 2787 1 812 284 0883 support asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Fax Web site Online con
65. on 2 pin RESET This 2 pin connector is for the chassis mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 27 1 28 7 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port ERE H i E D Om 0 gt SPDIF OUT F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Digital audio connector NA Th eit Ensure that the audio device of Sound playback is Realtek High Definition Audio the name may be different based on the OS Go to Start gt Control Panel gt Sounds and Audio Devices gt Sound Playback to configure the setting The S PDIF module is purchased separately Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP is connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio I O module that supports her High Definition Audio or AC 97 audio standard Connect one end of the front panel audio I O module cable to this connector gt E w a D o MM UE JE l re eb Ahli arcad agnor Frese 22555 Cee z B 0009 52 2 n a s HD aud
66. ontroller1 shared Onboard USB3 0 controller2 shared _ Onboard USB1 0 controller _ shared 1 20 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 7 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM CLRTC This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock RTC RAM in CMOS You can clear the CMOS memory of date time and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS which include system setup information such as system passwords To erase the RTC RAM EET as D HOO me CLRTC 2 1 2 23 H am Normal Clear RTC Tim ot zem Default F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Clear RTC RAM 1 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 2 Move the jumper cap from pins 1 2 default to pins 2 3 Keep the cap on pins 2 3 for about 5 10 seconds then move the cap back to pins 1 2 3 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer 4 Hold down the Del key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position Removing the cap will cause system boot failure G If the steps above do not help remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data After clearing the CMOS reinstall the batter
67. ou may install 1GB 2GB 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets W You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B The system maps the total size of the lower sized channel for the dual channel configuration Any excess memory from the higher sized channel is then mapped for single channel operation We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking capability Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimal compatibility we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code D C from the same vendor Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules When overclocking some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1866 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs Due to the memory address limitation on 32 bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less For effective use of memory we recommend that you do any of the following Install a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32 bit Windows OS Use a 64 bit Windows OS if you want to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb 64MB chips or less The maximum 64GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market The default m
68. ow function Enabled Enables or disables the AMD PowerNow function Configuration options Enabled Disabled SVM Enabled Enables or disables CPU virtualization Configuration options Disabled Enabled C state Pmin Enabled When this item is set to Enabled the system s processor operates at the lowest power and operating state C state Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 17 2 18 2 5 2 SATA Configuration While entering Setup the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port OnChip SATA Channel Enabled Enables or disables onboard channel SATA port Configuration options Disabled Enabled OnChip SATA Type IDE Allows you to set the SATA configuration IDE Set to IDE when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices RAID Set to RAID when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives AHCI Set to AHCI when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands SATA Port 5 Port 6 RAID This item only appears when the previous item is se
69. peaker In the 4 6 and 8 channel configurations the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone Side Speaker Out port gray This port connects to the side speakers in the 8 channel audio configuration Chapter 1 Product introduction Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in the 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Headset 2 channel 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel Port Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange Center Subwoofer Center Subwoofer Black Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray Side Speaker Out 11 USB 2 0 ports 1 and 2 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 2 0 1 1 devices 12 USB 3 0 ports 1 and 2 These two 9 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 3 0 devices 13 DVI D port This port is for any DVI D compatible device DVI D can t be converted to output RGB Signal to CRT and isn t compatible with DVI I 14 HDMI port This port is for a High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI connector and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu ray and other protected content 15 USB 3 0 ports 3 and 4 These two 9 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are fo
70. pport DVD information eie nee ie 1 33 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 1 2 1 1 ASUS Update utility nnn 2 1 212 FASZ aa a uuu 2 2 2 1 8 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility sss 2 3 214 ASUS BIOS Updater 5 BIOS Program case i ii Mai i auks iki si a ks i i i i i P 2 3 1 System Language English 2 10 2 3 2 System Date Day 2 10 2 3 3 System Time DoGOCXX uuu si iais t 2 10 2 3 4 Security Ai Tweaker menu 2 4 1 Ai Overclock Tuner A to 22 5 aes 2 4 2 Memory Frequency Auto 2 4 8 APU Multiplier tenen eaaa 2 4 4 EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled i 2 4 5 OC TUNG 2 4 6 DRAM Timing 247 CPU Voltage Offset 2 4 8 DRAM Voltage nerit 2 4 9 SB 13V Voltage Auto 2410 1 155 Voltage rient tete nne is 2 4 11 APUT 2V Voltage Auto rer 2412 VDDA Voltage Auto ntn 2433 DIGI dE VBM atttem nitens ti diana 2414 APU Spread Spec
71. r USB 3 0 devices DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing Windows operating system Dueto USB 3 0 controller limitation USB 3 0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 0 devices ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 23 1 8 2 fs Internal connectors Power CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CHA FAN1 2 3 pin PWR FAN 4 pin CPU FAN and Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector CPU FAN d CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CPU FAN PWM FAN1 W GND FAN IN PWR FAN GND 2 W Rotation F1A75 M PRO R2 0 fan connectors a E CT Pom place jumper caps on the fan connectors feature FAN2 E CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND l FAN PWR WI j CHA FAN DC DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers DO NOT The CPU FAN connec
72. riorities 2 26 2 7 9 Boot Override 2 8 TOONS menu u ul i i EM i i a i i ai 2 8 1 ASUS EZ Flashi2 l ect pied nds 2 27 2 8 2 ASUS ici irte iere eins 2 27 2 8 3 ASUS SPD InfOrfiatiOni 2 27 29 RA 2 28 Appendices Notices ASUS contact information U u U u u A 3 vi Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electrical shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system When adding or removing devices to or from the system ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected If possible disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard ensure that all power cables are unplugged Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company If the power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer Operation safety Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on i
73. section 1 7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed After you set a password these items show Installed ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system Otherwise you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program To set an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press Enter 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change an administrator password 1 Selectthe Administrator Password item and press Enter 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt 3 From Create New Password box key a new password then press lt Enter gt 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the administrator password follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password but press lt Enter gt when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed User Password If you have set a user password you must enter the user password for accessing the system The User Password item on top of the screen shows
74. t carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged If you detect any damage contact your dealer immediately To avoid short circuits keep paper clips screws and staples away from connectors slots sockets and circuitry Avoid dust humidity and temperature extremes Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet Place the product on a stable surface If you encounter technical problems with the product contact a qualified service technician or your retailer About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard How this guide 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 supports Chapter 2 BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates 1 ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS contact information Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation suc
75. t to RAID If Port 5 6 are configured as RAID the ports can only be used under OS with driver installed Set to IDE instead of RAID to access devices on Port 5 6 before entering OS Configuration options RAID IDE SATA Port 5 Port 6 AHCI This item only appears when OnChip SATA Type is set to AHCI If Port 5 6 are configured as AHCI the ports can only be used under OS with driver installed Set to IDE instead of AHCI to access devices on Port 5 6 before entering OS Configuration options AHCI IDE Board SATA RAID ROM Legacy ROM This item only appears when OnChip SATA Type is set to RAID Disabled Disables this function Legacy ROM Select this option when using legacy operating systems UEFI DRIVER Select this option when using UEFI operating systems OnChip SATA MAX Speed SATA 6 0Gb s Sets the maximum onboard SATA port speed Configuration options SATA 3 0Gb s SATA 6 0Gb s S M A R T Status Check Enabled S M A R T Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology is a monitor system When read write of your hard disk errors occur this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST Configuration options Enabled Disabled ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 2 5 3 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features The USB Devices item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None Legacy
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77. that allows you to manage save and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider ISP This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update 1 Place the support DVD in the optical drive The Specials menu appears 2 Click the Utilities tab then click Al Suite Il 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation Guit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS 1 From the Windows desktop click Start gt Programs gt ASUS gt Al Suite II gt Al Suite II to launch the Al Suite II utility The Al Suite II Quick Bar appears 2 Click Update button from the Quick Bar and then click ASUS Update from the popup menu The ASUS Update main screen appears From the list select either of the following methods Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 1 2 2 Updating from the Internet a Select Update BIOS from the Internet then click Next b Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic then click Next From the FTP site select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click Next the utility to avail all its features f The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet Always update
78. the AMD APU support list AMD A75 FCH Hudson D3 Dual channel memory architecture 4 x 240 pin DIMM slots support maximum 64GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 2250 0 C 1866 1600 1333 1066 MHz memory modules The maximum 64GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market Refer to www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more Windows 32 bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows 32 bit operating system Integrated AMD Radeon HD 6000 series graphics in the Llano APU Dual independent displays support HDMI and D Sub DVI and D Sub Supports HDMI with max resolution of 1920 x 1080 60Hz Supports single link DVI with max resolution of 1920 x 1200 60Hz Supports D Sub with max resolution up to 1920 x 1600 60Hz Supports Microsoft DirectX 11 Supports Dual Graphics Refer to www amd com for the discrete GPUs that support Dual Graphics 2 x PCle 2 0 x16 slots with ATI CrossFireX support blue x16 mode black x4 mode 1 x PCle 2 0 x1 slot 1 x PCI slot Supports AMD CrossFireX Technology Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows 7 operating system AMD A75 FCH southbridge 6x Serial ATA 6
79. the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press lt Enter gt 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt 3 From Create New Password box key a new password then press lt Enter gt 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the user password follow the same steps as in changing a user password but press lt Enter gt when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 11 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items N Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items Incorrect field s values can cause the system to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard OS Utility e Ai Tweaker Target CPU Speed XXXXMHz Target DRAM Speed XXXXMHz Memory Frequency APU Multiplier EPU Power Saving Mode gt OC Tuner gt DRAM Timing Control CPU Voltage CPU Offset
80. tion Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for the latest QVL ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 5 3 Installing a DIMM Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 6 Expansion slots In the future you may need to install expansion cards The following sub sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards Failure to do so may 3 cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 1 6 1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card 1 Before installing the expansion card read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card 2 Remove the system unit cover if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis 3 Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use Keep the screw for later use 4 Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot 5 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier 6 Replace the system cover 1 6 2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card configure it by adjusting the software settings 1 Turnon the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup 2 Assign an IRQ to the card 3 Install the software drivers for the expansion card When using PCI cards on shared slots ensure
81. tor supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A 24 W fan power Only the CPU FAN and CHA FAN1 2 connectors support ASUS Fan Xpert If you install two VGA cards we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 2 for better thermal environment TPM connector 20 1 pin TPM This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module TPM system which securely store keys digital certificates passwords and data A TPM system also helps enhance network security protect digital identities and ensures platform integrity F1A75 M PRO R2 0 TPM connector TPM module is purchased separately E B mx Eko 25 2 26060 gt 70 gt 200020 OO m CETE FIATE M PRO RZO ca 3285265528 E x 5 Oa Chapter 1 Product introduction 3 ATX power connectors 24 EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V These connectors are for an ATX power supply The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit EATX12V EATXPWR
82. trum Auto Advanced 5 2 5 1 CPU Configuratiori 1 2 2 5 2 SATA 2 5 3 USB Configuratii sssini settore nian 2 5 4 NB Configuration essent 2 5 5 Onboard Devices Configuration ee 250 SR Su asa da 2 5 7 Network SS Ee E Lied mee 2 6 1 CPU Temperature MB Temperature xxxX C xxx F 2 23 2 6 2 CPU Chassis Power Fan 2 23 2 6 3 CPU Q Fan Control Disabled 264 Chassis Q Fan Control Disabled 2 24 2 6 5 CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage 2 24 2 6 6 Anti Surge Support Enabled 2 24 27 I guim N 2 25 274 Bootup NumLock Stat On u 2 25 2 7 2 Full Screen Logo 2 25 2 7 3 Wait f r 1 It Error Enabledl 2 25 2 7 4 Option ROM Messages Force 5 2 26 2 7 5 Setup Mode EZ Mode 2 7 6 UEFI Legacy Boot Enabled both UEFI and Legacy 2 26 2 7 7 PCI ROM Priority Legacy ROM 2 26 2 7 8 Boot Option P
83. ttings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature power status and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu For example selecting Main shows the Main menu items The other items Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool and Exit on the menu bar have their respective menu items Back button This button appears when entering a submenu Press lt Esc gt or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen Submenu items Agreater than sign gt before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu To display the submenu select the item and press lt Enter gt or double click the item Pop up window Select a menu item and press lt Enter gt to display a pop up window with the configuration options for that item Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or Page Up Page Down keys to display the other items on the screen Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program Use the navigation keys to select
84. twice the precision power intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation with minimal power loss through BIOS tuning and exclusive user interface to increase over clocking range while performance reaches its full potential It also adjusts frequencies dynamically cutting radiation interference by half to enhance system stability through enabling spread spectrum The DIGI VRM digital power design empowers users with superior flexibility and perfect precision to ensure optimized performance extreme system stability and greater power efficiency TPU The Ultimate Turbo Processor Unleash your performance with ASUS simple onboard switch or Al Suite II utility The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and TurboV functions Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for fast yet stable clock speeds while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust APU Multiplier for optimized performance in diverse situations EPU Energy Efficiency All Around Tap into the world s first real time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or Al Suite II utility Get total system wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1 3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3 0 Boost New ASUS USB 3 0
85. utilities Ai Charger ASUS Ai Charger the latest Ai Charger version brings you to a new level USB3 0 fast charging experience With its easy and user friendly interface you can not only easily charge iPod iPhone and iPad but also BC 1 1 standard mobile devices three times as fast as before Ai Charger is ASUS unique fast charging software which supports iPod iPhone and iPad Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1 1 function The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device s conditions Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds based on different ambient temperatures resulting to a quiet and cool computing environment ASUS Q Design ASUS Q Design enhances your DIY experience All of Q Slot and Q Code design speed up and simplify the DIY process ASUS Q Shield ASUS Q Shield s special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your motherboard With better electric conductivity it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference EMI ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS based utility ASUS MyLogo2 This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256 color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen A
86. voltage settings 2 4 13 DIGI VRM Load Line Calibration Auto Load line Calibration is defined by AMD VRM specifications and affects CPU voltage The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading Higher load line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from the following percentages to boost the system performance 0 Regular 25 Medium 50 High 75 Ultra High and 100 Extreme Configuration options Auto Regular Medium High Ultra High Extreme The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specifiation CPU NB Load Line Calibration Auto Allows you to select the CPU NB Load Line Calibration mode Configuration options Auto Regular High Extreme CPU Current Capability 1009 This item provides wider total power range for overclocking A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously Configuration options 100 110 120 130 140 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 15 2 16 CPU NB Current Capability 100 This item provides wider total power range for overclocking A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously Configuration options 100 110 120 130 CPU Power Phase Control Standard Phase number is the
87. y You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking For system failure due to overclocking use the CPU Parameter Recall C P R feature Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values ASUS F1A75 M PRO R2 0 1 21 1 22 1 8 Connectors 1 8 1 Rear panel ports 10 1 2 3 4 5678 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 PS 2 Keyboard Mouse Combo port purple green This port is for a PS 2 keyboard or PS 2 mouse Optical S PDIF Out port This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S PDIF cable Video Graphics Adapter VGA port This 15 pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA compatible devices LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub LAN port LED indications ACT LINK SPEED LED LED Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Description OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port Center Subwoofer port orange This port connects to the center subwoofer Speakers Rear Speaker Out port black This port connects to the rear speakers in the 4 6 and 8 channel audio configurations Line In port light blue This port connects to the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or a s

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