Contents
About this guide......................................................................................................... vi
C8HM70-I SERIES specifications summary........................................................... viii
Before you proceed......................................................................................1-1
Motherboard overview .................................................................................1-2
Central Processing Unit (CPU)....................................................................1-4
System memory............................................................................................1-4
Overview.........................................................................................1-4
Expansion slots............................................................................................1-6
Jumpers.........................................................................................................1-7
Connectors....................................................................................................1-8
Software support........................................................................................1-15
BIOS setup program.....................................................................................2-6
Main menu...................................................................................................2-10
Security.........................................................................................2-10
iii
Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................................2-12
Advanced menu..........................................................................................2-14
APM ..............................................................................................2-20
Monitor menu..............................................................................................2-21
Boot menu...................................................................................................2-23
Tools menu..................................................................................................2-27
Exit menu ....................................................................................................2-29
iv
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 it, 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.
v
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.
2.
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, such as warranty flyers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
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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 to prevent injury to yourself when
completing a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
completing a task
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task..
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Typography
Bold text
Italics
Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key>
Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign
means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
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C8HM70-I SERIES specifications summary
CPU
Intel® Celeron® 847 (BGA1023)
Intel® HM70 chipset
Chipset
Memory
2 x SODIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 1333/1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered
memory
Dual-channel memory architecture
•
Vendor List)
Graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel® HD Graphics support
-
-
Supports D-sub with Max. resolution of 2048x1536@75 Hz
Supports HDMI with Max. resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz (C8HM70-
I/HDMI only)
Expansion slots
Storage
LAN
1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (with latch)
1 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s, 1 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s support AHCI Mode
Realtek® 8111F-VB Gigabit LAN controller
Audio
Realtek® 887VD 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC
•
Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an
8-channel audio output.
USB
Intel® HM70 Express Chipset
-
-
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel)
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
ASUS unique
features
ASUS EZ DIY
-
-
-
-
-
ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS MyLogo 2
Ai Suite II
Back Panel I/O
ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port
1 x VGA port
1 x HDMI port (C8HM70-I /HDMI only)
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
3 Audio jacks
Internal I/O
connectors
1 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 2 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x Chassis fan connector
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Chassis Intrusion connector
1 x System panel connector
1 x 24-pin EATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V poweer connector
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x Internal speaker connector(s)
(continued on the next page)
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C8HM70-I SERIES specifications summary
BIOS features
64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,SM BIOS 2.7,
ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree
BIOS 3
Support DVD
Drivers
ASUS utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor
Mini ITX Form Factor, 6.7” x 6.7” (17cm x 17cm)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
KB_USB910
ATX12V
CHA_FAN
USB3_12
Intel®
Celeron847
CPU_FAN
HDMI
Intel®
HM70
Super
I/O
SATA6G_1
SATA3G_1
64Mb
BIOS
LAN_USB34
AUDIO
RTL
8111F
USB1112
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
F_PANEL
CLRTC
AAFP
C8HM70-I/HDMI
SPEAKER
CHASSIS
ALC
887
SB_PWR
PCIEX16_1
1 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cable
1 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable
ASUS C8HM70-I/HDMI motherboard
User Manual
1 x I/O-Shield
User Guide
Support DVD
•
C8HM70-I Series motherboards include C8HM70-I and C8HM70-I/HDMI models. The
package contents vary from models.
•
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.
x
Product introduction
1
1.1
Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change
any motherboard settings.
•
•
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 touching 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, ensure that the ATX power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. 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.
SB_PWR
ON
OFF
C8HM70-I/HDMI
Standby Power Powered Off
C8HM70-I/HDMI Onboard LED
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ASUS C8HM70-I Series
1.2
Motherboard overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the
motherboard fits into it.
Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
C8HM70-I Series motherboards include C8HM70-I and C8HM70-I/HDMI models. The
package contents vary from models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for
C8HM70-I/HDMI only.
1.2.1
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.
1.2.2
Screw holes
Place four screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the
chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
C8HM70-I/HDMI
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.2.3
Motherboard layout
1
2
3
4
17.0cm(6.7in)
KB_USB910
USB3_12
ATX12V
CHA_FAN
Intel®
Celeron847
CPU_FAN
HDMI
5
2
Intel®
HM70
Super
I/O
SATA6G_1
SATA3G_1
64Mb
BIOS
13
12
LAN_USB34
AUDIO
RTL
8111F
USB1112
CLRTC
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
F_PANEL
AAFP
C8HM70-I/HDMI
SPEAKER
CHASSIS
ALC
887
SB_PWR
PCIEX16_1
9
6
11 10
8
7
Following Intel’s specification, USB 2.0 ports 5 ~ 8 are disabled on the motherboards with
Intel® HM70 chipset.
1.2.4
Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED
Page
1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN and 4-pin CHA_FAN)
1-12
2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)
3. Intel® Celeron847 (BGA1023) processor
4. DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets
1-11
1-4
1-4
5. Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G [gray])
6. Standby power LED (SB_PWR)
1-13
1-1
7. Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G [blue])
8. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL)
9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
10. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER)
11. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)
1-13
1-14
1-11
1-14
1-7
12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
13. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112)
1-10
1-12
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ASUS C8HM70-I Series
1.3
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with an onboard Intel® Celeron™ 847 (BGA1023) processor and a
specially designed CPU heatsink.
Intel®
Celeron847
C8HM70-I/HDMI
C8HM70-I/HDMI CPU Celeron847
1.4
System memory
Overview
1.4.1
This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Small Outline Dual Inline
Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM
sockets:
Channel
Sockets
Channel A
Channel B
DIMM_A1
DIMM_B1
C8HM70-I/HDMI
C8HM70-I/HDMI 204-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets
1.4.2
Memory configurations
You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 SO-DIMMs
into the DIMM sockets.
•
•
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is
recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.
Due to the CPU limitation, 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 use a maximum of 3GB system memory.
•
This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or
less.
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
C8HM70-I Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3-1333 MHz capability
DIMM socket
support (optional)
SS/
DS
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Chip Brand Chip No.
Timing
Voltage
1DIMM
2DIMMs
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
CMSO2GX3M1A1333C9
CMSO4GX3M1A1333C9
F3-10666CL9S-2GBSQ
F3-10666CL9S-4GBSQ
GS31GB1333C9SC
2GB
4GB
2GB
4GB
1GB
2GB
4GB
2GB
1GB
2GB
4GB
1GB
2GB
8GB
2GB
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
256M8DCJG
-
-
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
256M8DCJG
-
-
D3 256M8GEF
9-9-9-24
-
D3 256M8GEF
9-9-9-24
-
1.5V
1.5V
1.5V
-
GL1L128M88BA15B
GL1L128M88BA15KW
GL1L256M88BA15H
H5TQ1G83TFRH9C
KFB8FNLXF-BNF-15A
KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A
KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A
J1108BDBG-DJ-F
D1288JPNDPLD9U
J4208BBBG-GN-F
A3P1GF3FGF
9-9-9-24
GEIL
GS32GB1333C9SC
GEIL
9-9-9-24
GEIL
GS34GB1333C9SC
GEIL
9-9-9-24
Hynix
HMT125S6TFR8C-H9
FSFD45F-B8KL9-NBE
FSFE85F-C8KM9-NBE
FSFF65F-C8KM9-NAE
Hynix
-
-
Kingmax
Kingmax
Kingmax
Kingmax
Kingmax
Kingmax
ELPIDA
KTC
-
-
-
·
·
·
·
·
·
-
-
KINGSTON KVR1333D3S9/1G
KINGSTON KVR1333D3S9/2G
KINGSTON KVR16S11/8
9
9
-
1.5V
1.5V
1.5V
-
EPIDA
PSC
PSC
AS8F8G73F-DJ2
-
SAMSUNG M471B5773CHS-CH9
2GB
DS
SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C
-
-
·
·
DDR3-1067 MHz capability
DIMM socket
support
Voltage (optional)
SS/
DS
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Chip Brand Chip No.
Timing
1DIMM 2DIMMs
A-Data
DDR3 1066(7) SO-DIMM 1GB
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
Hynix
H5TQ1G83AFPH9C
-
-
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
Apacer
AS01GFA06C7NBGC
AS02GFA06C7NBGC
CM3X2GSD1066 G
CM3X4GSD1066 G
F3-8500CL7S-2GBSQ
F3-8500CL7S-4GBSQ
GS31GB1066C7SC
GS32GB1066C7SC
GS38GB1066C7DC
HMT125S6BFR8C-G7
FSED45F-B8KL7-NBF
FSEE85F-C8KM7-NBF
FSEF65F-C8KM7-NAF
KVR1066D3S7/1G
1GB
2GB
2GB
4GB
2GB
4GB
1GB
2GB
Apacer
Apacer
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
AM5D5808DEHSBG
AM5D5808DQQSBG
128M8DCJG
7
-
Apacer
7
-
CORSAIR
CORSAIR
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
-
-
256M8DCJG
-
-
D3 256M8GEF
7-7-7-20
-
D3 256M8GEF
7-7-7-20
-
GL1L128M88BA15B
GL1L128M88BA15KW
GL1L256M88BA15H
H5TQ1G83BFRG7C
KFB8FNLXF-BNF-15A
KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A
KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A
D1288JPPDPGD9U
J1108BDSE-DJ-F
D1288JPNDPLD9U
7-7-7-20
1.5V
GEIL
GEIL
7-7-7-20
1.5V
GEIL
8GB(2x4GB) DS
GEIL
7-7-7-20
1.5V
Hynix
2GB
1GB
2GB
4GB
1GB
1GB
2GB
1GB
2GB
1GB
1GB
1GB
2GB
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
Hynix
-
-
-
Kingmax
Kingmax
Kingmax
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
KINGSTON
SAMSUNG
SAMSUNG
Elixir
Kingmax
Kingmax
Kingmax
KTC
-
-
-
-
-
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
·
7
-
1.5V
KVR1066D3S7/1G
ELPIDA
KTC
1.5V
KVR1066D3S7/2G
7
-
1.5V
M471B2873EH1-CF8
M471B5673FH0-CF8
M2S1G64CBH8A4P-BE
SAMSUNG K4B1G0846E
SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Elixir
N2CB1616AP-BE
-
KINGTIGER 1GB DIMM PC3-8500
KINGTIGER 1GB DIMM PC3-8500
KINGTIGER 2GB DIMM PC3-8500
Qimonda
IDSH1G-04A1F1C-10F
-
SAMSUNG K4B1G16460-HCF8
Hynix H5TQ1G83BFRG7C
-
-
SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided
DIMM support:
•
•
A*: Supports one module inserted into either slot.
B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the slots.
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1.5
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
cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1.5.1
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.
3.
Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).
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.
6.
Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
Replace the system cover.
1.5.2
Configuring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.
1.
Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for
information on BIOS setup.
2.
3.
Assign an IRQ to the card.
Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
1.5.3
PCI Express x16 slot
This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at 16x mode) that supports PCI Express
2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications.
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1.6
Jumpers
Clear RTC RAM (3-pin 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.
CLRTC
1
2
2
3
Normal
Clear RTC
C8HM70-I/HDMI
(Default)
C8HM70-I/HDMI Clear RTC RAM
To erase the RTC RAM:
1.
2.
Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
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.
4.
Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-
enter data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default
position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
•
•
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
battery.
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, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter
settings to default values.
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1.7
Connectors
1.7.1
Rear panel connectors
1
2
3 4
8
10
9
7
6
5
1.
2.
PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or PS/2
mouse.
LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
LAN port LED indications
Speed
LED
Activity Link
LED
Activity/Link LED
Speed LED
Status
Description
Status
Description
OFF
No link
OFF
10Mbps connection
100Mbps connection
1Gbps connection
ORANGE
BLINKING
Linked
ORANGE
GREEN
Data activity
LAN port
3.
4.
5.
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 speaker. 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.
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or
8-channel configuration.
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration
Headset
2-channel
Port
4-channel
6-channel
8-channel
Light Blue (Rear panel)
Lime (Rear panel)
Line In
Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink (Rear panel)
Lime (Front panel)
Mic In
—
Mic In
—
Bass/Center
—
Bass/Center
Side Speaker Out
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To configure an 8-channel audio output:
Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio
output.
6.
7.
8.
USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB
2.0/1.1 devices.
Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices
HDMI port (C8HM70-I/HDMI only). 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.
9.
USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB 3.0 devices.
•
•
DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows®
operating system.
Due to 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.
10. USB 2.0 ports 9 and 10. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for
USB 2.0/1.1 devices.
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1.7.2
Internal connectors
1.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports
either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel
audio I/O module cable to this connector.
AAFP
PIN 1
PIN 1
HD-audio-compliant
pin definition
Legacy AC’97
compliant definition
C8HM70-I/HDMI
C8HM70-I/HDMI Front panel audio connector
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We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
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If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector,
set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. If you want to connect an
AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default,
this connector is set to [HD]. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for
details.
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2.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are
designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and
push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
ATX12V
EATXPWR
+3 Volts
GND
+12 Volts
+12 Volts
+5V Standby
Power OK
GND
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
-5 Volts
GND
PIN 1
+5 Volts
GND
GND
GND
+5 Volts
GND
PSON#
GND
+3 Volts
+3 Volts
-12 Volts
+3 Volts
C8HM70-I/HDMI
PIN 1
C8HM70-I/HDMI ATX power connectors
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For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit
(PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a
minimum power of 350 W.
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DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will
not boot up.
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We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a
system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or
may not boot up if the power is inadequate.
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If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system,
com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.
3.
Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect
one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis
intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis
component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion
event.
By default, the pin labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper
cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion
detection feature.
CHASSIS
C8HM70-I/HDMI
C8HM70-I/HDMI Chassis intrusion connector
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4.
CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN)
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.
CHA_FAN
GND
CHA FAN PWR
CHA FAN IN
CHA FAN PWM
CPU_FAN
GND
+12V
C8HM70-I/HDMI
Rotation
C8HM70-I/HDMI CPU fan connector
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 place
jumper caps on the fan connectors!
5.
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB1112)
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
480 Mbps connection speed.
USB1112
C8HM70-I/HDMI
C8HM70-I/HDMI USB2.0 connector
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the
motherboard!
The USB module cable is purchased separately.
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6.
Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G [blue])
This connector connects to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drive or optical drive via
Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables.
SATA3G_1
C8HM70-I/HDMI
C8HM70-I/HDMI SATA 3.0Gb/s connector
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You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA
hard disk drives.
To configure the default SATA type in BIOS, click Advanced Mode > Advanced tab >
SATA Configuration > SATA Mode Selection.
When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to
[AHCI]. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
7.
Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G [gray])
This connector connects to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s
signal cables.
SATA6G_1
C8HM70-I/HDMI
C8HM70-I/HDMI SATA 6.0Gb/s connector
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You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA
hard disk drives.
When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to
[AHCI]. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
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System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
F_PANEL
PWR LED PWR BTN
PIN 1
C8HM70-I/HDMI
+HD_LED RESET
C8HM70-I/HDMI System panel connector
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System power LED (2-pin PWRLED)
This 2-pin 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.
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Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable
to this connector. The HD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to
the HDD.
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ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN)
This connector is for the system power button.
Reset button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.
9.
Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER)
The 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker
allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
SPEAKER
C8HM70-I/HDMI
C8HM70-I
PIN 1
C8HM70-I/HDMI Speaker Out Connector
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1.8
Software support
1.8.1
Installing an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows® XP / 7 / 8 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the
latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.
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Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for
detailed information.
Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows®
Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better
compatibility and system stability.
1.8.2
Support DVD information
The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard 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
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 which contains the unique features of ASUS
motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to display their
respective menus.
The following screen is for reference only.
Click an icon to display
Support DVD/motherboard
information
Click an item to install
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to
locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run
the DVD.
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BIOS information
2
2.1
Managing and updating your BIOS
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 that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard
BIOS in Windows® environment.
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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.
2.
3.
Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Specials menu appears.
Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II.
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
Quit 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 > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite
II X.XX.XX to launch the AI Suite II utility. The AI 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:
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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.
c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click
Next.
The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update
the utility to avail all its features.
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.
3.
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
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 <Enter> to enable it.
3.
Press <Tab> 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 <Enter>.
5.
Press <Tab> 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.
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This function supports USB flash disks with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.
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DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system
boot failure!
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2.1.3
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file
when 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.
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Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device to
C8HM70I.CAP for the C8HM70-I model and HM70IH.CAP for the C8HM70-I/HDMI
model.
The BIOS file 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 <F5> to load default
BIOS values.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause
system boot failure!
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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 may
not be same as shown.
Before updating BIOS
1.
Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in 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.
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 <F8> 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.
3.
4.
When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by
pressing the item number.
At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C
(optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive).
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Updating the BIOS file
To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater:
1.
At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>.
2.
The BIOS Updater screen appears as below.
ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30
Current ROM
BOARD: C8HM70-I/HDMI
VER: 0202
Update ROM
BOARD: Unknown
VER: Unknown
DATE: 08/29/2012
DATE: Unknown
PATH: A:\
A:
C8HM70-I.CAP 8390656 2012-02-09 17:30:48
Note
[Enter] Select or Load
[Tab] Switch
[B] Backup
[V] Drive Info
[Esc] Exit
[Up/Down/Home/End] Move
3.
Press <Tab> to switch between screen fields and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys
to select the BIOS file and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file
and prompts you to confirm BIOS update.
4.
Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS
Updater. Restart your computer.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot
failure!
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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.
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Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have
disconnected them.
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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:
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Press <Delete> during the Power-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:
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Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> 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.
Using the power button, reset button, or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force reset from
a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We recommend to
always shut down the system properly from the operating system.
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The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and
may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
motherboard.
Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the
mouse to control the BIOS setup program.
If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, 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 for details.
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If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and
reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information
on how to erase the RTC RAM.
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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 in 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
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 fan speed
Exits the BIOS setup program without saving
the changes, saves the changes and resets
the system, or enters the Advanced Mode
Displays the
Advanced mode
functions
Selects the
boot device
priority
Silent mode
Loads optimized default
Standard mode
Selects the boot device priority
Turbo mode
Displays the system properties
of the selected mode on the
right hand side
Selects the
Advanced mode
functions
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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.
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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.
Menu items
Configuration fields
Menu bar
General help
Pop-up window
Submenu item
Scroll bar
Navigation keys
Menu bar
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
Main
For changing the basic system configuration
For changing the overclocking settings
For changing the advanced system settings
Ai Tweaker
Advanced
For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the
fan settings
Monitor
Boot
Tool
Exit
For changing the system boot configuration
For configuring options for special functions
For selecting the exit options and loading default settings
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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 <Esc> or use the USB mouse to click
this button to return to the previous menu screen.
Submenu items
A greater than sign (>) before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a
submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>.
Pop-up window
Select a menu item and press <Enter> 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 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> to display a list of options.
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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.
2.3.1
System Language [English]
Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options:
[English] [Français] [Español] [Deutsch] [Русский] [日本語] [繁體中文] [簡體中文]
2.3.2
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
2.3.3
System Time [xx:xx:xx]
Allows you to set the system time.
2.3.4
Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.
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If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC)
RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.6 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.
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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.
2.
3.
Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.
From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.
Confirm the password when prompted.
To change an administrator password:
1.
2.
Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.
From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press
<Enter>.
3.
From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.
4.
Confirm the password when prompted.
To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator
password, but press <Enter> 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 the default Not Installed. After you set
a password, this item shows Installed.
To set a user password:
1.
2.
3.
Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.
From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.
Confirm the password when prompted.
To change a user password:
1.
2.
Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.
From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press
<Enter>.
3.
From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.
4.
Confirm the password when prompted.
To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press
<Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the
User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed.
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Ai Tweaker menu
The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field
values can cause the system to malfunction.
Target CPU Speed : 1100MHz
Displays the target CPU speed.
Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz
Displays the target DRAM speed.
2.4.1
Memory Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-
800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz]
Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this
happens, revert to the default setting.
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2.4.2
DRAM Timing Control
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+>
and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard
and press <Enter>.
Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this
happens, revert to the default settings.
2.4.3
CPU Power Management
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features.
CPU Ratio [Auto]
Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Use <+> and <-> keys or
the numeric keypad to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [8] [9] [10] [11]
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST).
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables this function.
The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and
core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and
decreased average heat production.
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Advanced menu
The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system
devices.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values
can cause the system to malfunction.
2.5.1
CPU Configuration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically
detects.
Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down.
Disables the CPU thermal monitor function.
Active Processor Cores [All]
Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package.
Configuration options: [All] [1]
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Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs
with extended CPUID functions.
[Disabled]
Disables this function.
Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]
[Enabled]
Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology.
Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0).
[Disabled]
Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately
and simultaneously, enabling one system to virtually function as several
systems.
Disables this function.
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables this function.
Allows you to turn on /off the Mid Level Cache (L2) streamer prefetcher.
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables this function.
Allows a hardware platform to perform adjacent cache line prefetching.
CPU Power Management Configuration
CPU Ratio [Auto]
Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Use
<+> and <-> keys to adjust the ratio. Configuration options: [Auto] [8] [9] [10] [11]
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST).
[Disabled]
The CPU runs at its default speed.
[Enabled]
The operating system controls the CPU speed.
CPU C1E [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C1E.
[Auto]
Set this item automatically.
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables this function.
Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in
order to enable the Enhanced Halt State.
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CPU C3 Report [Auto]
Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS.
[Auto]
Set this item automatically.
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables this function.
Enables the C3 report function. This item should be enabled in order
to enable the Enhanced Halt State.
CPU C6 Report [Auto]
Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS.
[Auto]
Set this item automatically.
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables this function.
Enables the C6 report function. This item should be enabled in order
to enable the Enhanced Halt State.
CPU C7 Report [Enabled]
Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to OS.
[Disabled]
Disables this function.
[Enabled]
Enables the C7 report function. This item should be enabled in order
to enable the Enhanced Halt State.
Package C State Support [Auto]
Allows you to disable or enable the Package C State Support.
[Auto]
Set this item automatically.
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables this function.
Enables the Package C State Support function.
2.5.2
PCH Configuration
High Precision Timer [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
2.5.3
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.
SATA Mode Selection [AHCI]
Allows you to set the SATA configuration.
[Disabled]
[IDE]
Disables the SATA function.
Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as
Parallel ATA physical storage devices.
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[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.
S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled]
This item only appears when you set SATA Mode Selection to [AHCI] or [IDE]. 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]
Hot Plug [Disabled]
This item only appears when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [AHCI] and allows you
to enable or disable the hot-plug support for each SATA port.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
2.5.4
System Agent Configuration
Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB.
Disables this function.
Graphics Configuration
Primary Display [Auto]
Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.
Configuration options: [Auto] [iGPU] [PCIE]
iGPU Memory [Auto]
Allows you to select the amount of system memory allocated to DVMT 5.0 used by
the iGPU. Configuration options: [Auto] [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M] ~ [480M] [512M]
[1024M]
Render Standby [Enabled]
Allows you to enable the Intel® Graphics Render Standby support to reduce the iGPU
power use when idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the multi-monitor support for both the integrated
Graphics Device and add-on graphic card. The memory size of Internal Graphics
Devicewill be fixed at 64MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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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.
Intel USB2.0 EHCI Controller [Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables the Intel USB2.0 EHCI controller.
Enables the Intel USB2.0 EHCI controller.
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
[Auto]
The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program.
Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
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]
This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] or [Auto].
[Enabled]
Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems
(OS).
[Disabled]
Disables the function.
Intel xHCI Mode [Smart Auto]
Allows you to select the Intel xHCI Mode. Configuration options: [Smart Auto] [Auto] [Enabled]
[Disabled]
EHCI Hand-off [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off
feature.
[Disabled]
Disables the function.
USB Single Port Control
The items in this menu allow you to enable or disable the USB port individually.
[Enabled]
Enables specified USB port.
Refer to the motherboard layout in Chapter 1 for the locations of the USB ports.
USB3_1/2 [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables USB3_1/2 port.
Disables USB3_1/2 port.
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USB 3/4, 9/10/11/12 [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables USB 3/4, 9/10/11/12.
Disables USB 3/4, 9/10/11/12.
2.5.6
Onboard Devices Configuration
HD Audio Controller [Enabled]
[Enabled]
Enables the High Definition Audio Controller.
[Disabled]
Disables the controller.
The following item appears only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled].
Front Panel Type [HD]
Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy 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 legacy AC’97
Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Enables the Realtek LAN controller.
Disables the controller.
Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled]
This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable
or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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APM
Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off]
[Power On]
[Power Off]
[Last State]
The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.
The system goes into off state after an AC power loss.
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]
[Space Bar]
[Ctrl-Esc]
Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard.
Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.
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]
[Enabled]
Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse.
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 PCIE [Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event.
Enables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event.
Power On By RTC [Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables RTC to generate a wake event.
When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/
Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values.
2.5.8
Network Stack
Network Stack [Disabled]
This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
The following two items appear only when you set the previous item to [Enabled].
Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled]
This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot support. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled]
This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv6 PXE Boot support. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
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2.6
Monitor menu
The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change
the fan settings.
2.6.1
CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
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 Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] /
[N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and chassis 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 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.
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[Disabled]
Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]
Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.
Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.
[Enabled]
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 RPM]
[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]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the Chassis
temperature. The values range from 40ºC to 90ºC.
Chassis Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum Chassis fan duty cycle.
The values range from 60% to 100%. When the Chassis temperature
reaches the upper limit, the Chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty
cycle.
Chassis Lower Temperature [40]
Displays the lower limit of the Chassis temperature.
Chassis Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60]
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum Chassis fan duty cycle.
The values range from 60% to 100%. When the Chassis temperature is
under 40ºC, the Chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle.
2.6.5
Anti Surge Support [Disabled]
This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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2.7
Boot menu
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.
Scroll down to display the following items:
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Fast Boot [Enabled]
Enables or disables the fast boot function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following four items appear when Fast Boot is set to [Enabled].
USB Support [Partial In...]
[Disabled]
All the USB devices will be available only after entering the
operating system (OS).
[Full Initialization]
All the USB devices will be available during POST and in OS.
[Partial Initialization]
Only the USB ports with keyboard and mouse can be detected
before entering OS.
PS2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto]
[Auto] The PS/2 devices are available when the system boots up as long as these
devices are not reconnected or changed.
[Full Initialization] The PS2 devices are always available during POST.
[Disabled]
All the PS/2 devices will be available only after entering the operating
system (OS).
Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
Disables network stack driver support during POST.
Enables network stack driver support during POST.
Next boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot]
[Normal Boot]
[Fast Boot]
Returns to normal boot up process after AC Power Loss.
Accelerates the boot up speed after AC Power Loss.
2.7.2
[Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
Enables the full screen logo display feature.
Disables the full screen logo display feature.
[Disabled]
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 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]
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Post Delay Time [3 sec]
This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to [Enabled] and allows you to
set the Post Delay Time. Configuration options: [0 sec] [1 sec] ~ [10 sec].
2.7.3
[On]
Bootup NumLock State [On]
Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On].
[Off]
Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off].
2.7.4
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]
2.7.5
Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]
[Force BIOS]
The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot
sequence.
[Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party
manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so.
2.7.6
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.
2.7.7
CSM (Compatibility Support Module)
This option allows you to control the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) launch parmeters.
Launch CSM [Enabled]
Configuration option: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]
The following four items appear when Launch CSM is set to [Enabled].
Boot Device Control [UEFI and L...]
Configuration option: [UEFI and Legacy OpROM] [Legacy OpROM only] [UEFI only]
Boot from Network Devices [Legacy OpR...]
Configuration option: [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore]
Boot from Storage Devices [Legacy OpR...]
Configuration option: [Both, Legacy OpROM first] [Both, UEFI first] [Legacy OpROM
first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore]
Boot from PCIe Expansion Devices [Legacy OpR...]
Configuration option: [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first]
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Secure Boot
This option allows you to configure the Security Boot parameters.
OS Type [Windows UEFI mode]
Configuration option: [Windows UEFI mode] [Other OS]
The following items appear when OS Type is set to [Windows UEFI mode].
Key Management
Clear Secure Boot keys
Configuration options: [Yes] [No]
Load PK from File
Configuration options: [OK]
Copy PK to File
Configuration options: [OK]
Delete PK
Configuration options: [Yes] [No]
Load KEK from File
Configuration options: [OK]
Copy KEK to File
Configuration options: [OK]
Delete the KEK
Configuration options: [Yes] [No]
Append KEK from File
Configuration options: [OK]
Load DB from File
Configuration options: [OK]
Copy DB to File
Configuration options: [OK]
Delete the DB
Configuration options: [Yes] [No]
Append DB from File
Configuration options: [OK]
Load DBX from File
Configuration options: [OK]
Copy DBX to File
Configuration options: [OK]
Delete the DBX
Configuration options: [Yes] [No]
Append DBX from File
Configuration options: [OK]
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2.7.9
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 number of devices
installed in the system.
•
•
To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo
appears.
To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST.
Hard Drive BBS Priorities
Allows you to set the order of the legacy devices in this group.
Boot Option #1 [xxxx]
Configuration option: [xxxx] [Disabled]
2.7.10
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.
2.8
Tools menu
The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the submenu.
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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 O.C. 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 in a
profile number from one to eight, press <Enter>, 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 <Enter>, 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.
Load/Save CMOS Profile From/to USB drive
Allows you to load/save a CMOS profile from/to a USB drive. Press <Enter>, and then press
F2 to save or Enter to load.
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_B1]
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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
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 <F5>, a confirmation window appears.
Select Yes to load the default values.
Save Changes & 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 <F10>,
a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to save changes and exit.
Discard Changes & Exit
This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you
select this option or if you press <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select 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 EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of
the available devices that have a filesystem.
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Appendices
Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
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•
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:
•
•
•
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.
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 equipment.
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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 requirements of the Canadian
interference-causing equipment 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 numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le
fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et
(2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer
un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.
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
KC: Korea Warning Statement
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REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
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
information in different regions.
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ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.
Address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail
Web site
15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259
+886-2-2894-3447
+886-2-2890-7798
Technical Support
Telephone
Online support
+86-21-38429911
support.asus.com
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address
Telephone
Fax
800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA
+1-812-282-3777
+1-510-608-4555
usa.asus.com
Web site
Technical Support
Telephone
Support fax
+1-812-282-2787
+1-812-284-0883
support.asus.com
Online support
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address
Fax
Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
+49-2102-959911
Web site
Online contact
Technical Support
Telephone
Support Fax
+49-1805-010923*
+49-2102-9599-11
support.asus.com
Online support
* EUR 0.14/minute from a German fixed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile phone.
Manufacturer:
Address:
ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
4F, No.150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112,
TAIWAN, R.O.C.
Authorised representative in
Europe:
ASUS Computer GmbH
Address:
HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN,
GERMANY
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