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ii E8223 First Edition April 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmit.
iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ................................................................................................
iv Contents 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections ............................................. 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection .................................................................. 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...................
v 4.3 Software information ................................................................................. 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite 3 ..................................................................................... 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ...............
vi Safety information Electrical safety T o 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.
vii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring 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.
viii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
ix CPU LGA1 150 socket for Intel ® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium ® / Celeron ® Processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0* * The Intel® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
x LAN Realtek ® RTL81 1 1G Gigabit LAN controller Audio Realtek ® ALC887 8-Channel High Denition Audio CODEC - Supports jack-detectio n, multi -streaming and front panel pa ck-retas king - Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O USB Intel ® H87 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.
xi H87-PRO specications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink and MOS Heatsink Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for optimized speed control, providing an exclusive tailored fan speed setting for each fan.
xii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. H87-PRO User Manual ASUS H87-PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x S erial A T A 6. 0 Gb/s ca bles 1 x ASUS Q-Shield • If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer .
xiii Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1 150 CPU Intel LGA 1 150 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SA T A hard disk drive SA T A optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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ASUS H87-PRO 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1 150 socket for Intel ® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Co.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability , improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity .
ASUS H87-PRO 1-3 Chapter 1 USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), signicantly increases a USB device’s transfer speed up to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed.
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides customizable settings for a cooler and quieter computing environment.
ASUS H87-PRO 1-5 Chapter 1 1.1.6 Other special features DisplayPort Support DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that delivers up to 10.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS H87-PRO 1-7 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page 1. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 1-20 2. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 1-22 3. CPU & Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN1~3) 1-21 4.
1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 150 socket designed for the Intel ® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium ® , and Celeron ® processors.
ASUS H87-PRO 1-9 Chapter 1 Recommended memory congurations 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Memory congurations Y ou may install 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Y ou 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 conguration.
ASUS H87-PRO 1-1 1 Chapter 1 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.
1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (yellow) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™.
ASUS H87-PRO 1-13 Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-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.
1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 2. GPU Boost switch This switch allows you to turn on or off the GPU Boost function. H87-PRO H87-PRO GPU Boost switch GPU Boost T o ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to [Enable] when the system is powered off.
ASUS H87-PRO 1-15 Chapter 1 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data.
1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1. 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.
ASUS H87-PRO 1-17 Chapter 1 3. DRAM LED The DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during the motherboard boot process. If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will remain lit until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an easy way to identify problems related to the DRAM.
1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately . • These connectors are based on xHCI specication. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows ® 7. • These connectors are set to [ AHCI Mode ] by default.
ASUS H87-PRO 1-19 Chapter 1 3. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1 1 12, USB1314) 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.
1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 5. 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 .
ASUS H87-PRO 1-21 Chapter 1 7. CPU & Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN1~3) 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 .
1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350W . • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EA TX 12V power plug.
ASUS H87-PRO 1-23 Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) 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.
ASUS H87-PRO 2-1 Chapter 2 Basic Installation 2 2.1 Building your PC system 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models.
2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel.
ASUS H87-PRO 2-3 Chapter 2 3. Place nine 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.
2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.1.2 CPU installation Y our motherboard's LGA1 150 socket may come with the PnP cap on the load plate or with the PnP cap under the load plate. Refer to the following sections on how to install your CPU based on the placement of PnP cap on your CPU socket's load plate.
ASUS H87-PRO 2-5 Chapter 2 4 5 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary .
2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 3 4 B T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 A B A 1.
ASUS H87-PRO 2-7 Chapter 2 2.1.4 DIMM installation 1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM B A A.
2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection 1 2 OR.
ASUS H87-PRO 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection OR 2 OR 1.
2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector T o install the System Panel Connector USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.
ASUS H87-PRO 2-1 1 Chapter 2 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards T o install PCI cards.
2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port, press the reset button on your chassis for three seconds, and the BIOS is updated automatically .
ASUS H87-PRO 2-13 Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port denitions. 6 8 10 1 1 1 3 4 7 5 2 9 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port 2.
2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 ** Audio 2, 4, 6 or 8-channel conguration Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out .
ASUS H87-PRO 2-15 Chapter 2 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers.
2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers.
ASUS H87-PRO 2-17 Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
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ASUS H87-PRO 3-1 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more exible and convenient mouse input.
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.1 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 .
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-5 Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai T weaker, Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites T o add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-7 Chapter 3 3.4 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.
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 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 elds in the BIOS setup program.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-9 Chapter 3 3.5 Ai T weaker menu The Ai T weaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai T weaker menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Max CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to its possible maximum value. Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] When the CPU Core Ratio is set to [Per Core] , the following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-1 1 Chapter 3 GPU Boost [As Is] GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. Conguration options: [As Is] [Enabled] EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CA.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-13 Chapter 3 tRDRD_dd [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] tWRRD [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [63] tWRRD_dr [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – .
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is dened by Intel VRM specication and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-15 Chapter 3 CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep T echnology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel ® SpeedStep T echnology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this function.
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efciency Management [Auto] Allows you to improve power saving when the processor is in low power state. Disable to make the Fully Integrated V oltage Regulator work in high performance at all times.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-17 Chapter 3 VCCIN V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set an input voltage for the processor by the external voltage regulator . Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800V to 3.040V with a 0.010V interval.
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Additional T urbo Mode CPU Core V oltage [Auto] This item allows you to add voltage for T urbo Mode CPU core. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-19 Chapter 3 CPU System Agent V oltage Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] T o offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] T o offset the voltage by a negative value.
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Analog I/O V oltage Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] T o offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] T o offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU Analog I/O V oltage Offset [Auto] Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the analog portion of the I/O on the processor .
ASUS H87-PRO 3-21 Chapter 3 PCH VLX V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the voltage for the I/O on the PCH. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.185V to 2.135V with a 0.005V interval. PCH V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage.
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6 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 eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-23 Chapter 3 3.6.1 CPU Conguration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down.
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Conguration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-25 Chapter 3 CPU Power Management Conguration This item allows you to manage and congure the CPU’s power . Enhanced Intel SpeedStep T echnology [Enabled] Allows your system to adjust the processor’s voltage and cores frequency , resulting in decreased power consumption and heat production.
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.2 PCH Conguration PCI Express Conguration Allows you to congure the PCI Express slots. DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to control the ASPM (Active State Power Management) on both Northbridge side and Southbridge side of the DMI Link.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-27 Chapter 3 Active Memory Threshold [0] Key in the value for the additional partition size for Rapid Start T echnology to work. Ensure that the caching partition size is larger than the total memory size. Hybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the hybrid hard disk support.
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 SA T A Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SA T A conguration. [Disabled] Disables the SA T A function. [IDE] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial A T A hard disk drives as Parallel A T A physical storage devices.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-29 Chapter 3 VT -d [Disabled] Allows you to enable virtualization technology function on memory control hub. [Enabled] Enables the function. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU Audio Devices [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio devices.
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 NB PCIe Conguration Allows you to congure the NB PCI Express settings. PCIEx16_1 Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to congure the PCIEx16 speed.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-31 Chapter 3 The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy 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.
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.6 Platform Misc Conguration The items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features. PCI Express Native Power Management [Disabled] Allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Express and perform ASPM operations in the operating system.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-33 Chapter 3 The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled] . Front Panel T ype [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high-denition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports.
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Deep S4 [Disabled] When enabled, the system in S4 state will further reduce power usage and will power off the USB and PS/2 devices. The system in deep S4 state can be woken up via the power button, devices in LAN, or other ways except via the USB and PS/2 devices.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-35 Chapter 3 3.6.9 Network Stack Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled] .
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. CPU T emperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperature.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-37 Chapter 3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Q-Fan Control item to [ Enabled ]. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] Allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 The following items appear only when you set the Chassis1/2/3 Q-Fan Control items to [ Enabled ]. Chassis1/2/3 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] Allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-39 Chapter 3 3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Boot Conguration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed.
3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto] Select any of these settings when PS/2 keyboard and mouse are installed. These settings only apply when Fast Boot is enabled.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-41 Chapter 3 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [On] . [Off] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off] . W ait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1> key to be pressed when error occurs.
3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Allows you to congure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility . Launch CSM [Enabled] [Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add- on devices.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-43 Chapter 3 Secure Boot Allows you to congure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST . OS T ype [Windows UEFI mode] [Windows UEFI Mode] Allows you to select your installed operating system.
3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft ® Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK).
ASUS H87-PRO 3-45 Chapter 3 dbx Management The dbx (Revoked Signature database) lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded. Delete the dbx Allows you to delete the dbx le from your system. Deleting the dbx exposes your system to security threats.
3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.9 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-47 Chapter 3 Label Allows you to input the label of the setup prole. Save to Prole Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prole number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Y es .
3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10 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.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-49 Chapter 3 3.1 1 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS.
3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .
ASUS H87-PRO 3-51 Chapter 3 • This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with F A T 32/16 format and single partition only . • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability .
3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS le that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
ASUS H87-PRO 3-53 Chapter 3 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number . 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive).
3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 4. Select Y es 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! • For BIOS Updater version 1.
ASUS H87-PRO 4-1 Chapter 4 Software support 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder . Double-click the ASSETUP .EXE to run the DVD. The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices.
4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF).
ASUS H87-PRO 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information.
4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 AI Suite 3 main menu bar • The screenshots of AI Suite 3 in this user manual are for reference only . The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .
ASUS H87-PRO 4-5 Chapter 4 1 CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to adjust the voltage range to control the CPU Load-line. Adjust to a high value for system performance or to a low value for power efciency . 2 CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking.
4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 EPU EPU is an enery-saving utility that allows you to adjust the CPU, GPU, and Fan Control settings to their power-saving conditions.
ASUS H87-PRO 4-7 Chapter 4 4.3.4 T urboV EVO ASUS T urboV EVO allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency , CPU Cache and Core frequencies, and related voltages for an enhanced system stability and boost performance. It also provides the Auto T uning function that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up.
4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 V oltage Drag to adjust CPU Core V oltage offset Drag to adjust CPU Cache V oltage offset Click to undo all the changes Click to apply all the changes Click t.
ASUS H87-PRO 4-9 Chapter 4 4.3.5 Fan Xpert 2 Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks the fan speeds, and provides you with optimized fan settings based on the fans’ specications and positions. T o launch Fan Xpert 2, click Fan Xpert 2 on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 RPM Mode RPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75 o C. • When the CPU temperature reaches 75 o C, the fan will automatically run at full speed to protect the CPU.
ASUS H87-PRO 4-1 1 Chapter 4 4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically speeds up the transfer rates of your USB storage devices. T o launch USB 3.0 Boost, click USB 3.0 Boost on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.7 Network iControl Network iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage your network bandwidth and set the bandwidth priority for your running programs. T o launch Network iControl, click Network iControl on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
ASUS H87-PRO 4-13 Chapter 4 4.3.8 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set a schedule to when you can download for a newer version.
4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.9 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily . With this utlity , you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST .
ASUS H87-PRO 4-15 Chapter 4 4.3.10 USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge your portable USB devices even if your computer is off, in sleep mode or hibernate mode. T o launch USB Charger+, click USB Charger+ on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.1 1 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. T o launch System Information, click System Information on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
ASUS H87-PRO 4-17 Chapter 4 4.3.12 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability .
4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Conguration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Set default device button Control settings panel Analog and digital conn.
ASUS H87-PRO 5-1 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 5.1 RAID congurations The motherboard supports the following SA T A RAID solutions: • Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support.
5-2 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 5.1.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID conguration: 1.
ASUS H87-PRO 5-3 Chapter 5 5.1.4 Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o enter the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu.
5-4 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>.
ASUS H87-PRO 5-5 Chapter 5 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>.
5-6 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>.
ASUS H87-PRO 5-7 Chapter 5 Exiting the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit , and then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: A re y ou s ur e yo u wa nt t o exit? (Y /N ): [ CONFIRM EXIT ] 5.
5-8 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® T o create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® : 1. Start Windows ® . 2. Plug the USB oppy disk drive and insert a oppy disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive.
ASUS H87-PRO A-1 Appendices 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.
A-2 Appendices Appendices IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
ASUS H87-PRO A-3 Appendices REACH 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.
A-4 Appendices Appendices ASUS contact information ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei, T aiwan 1 1259 T elephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site www .asus.com.tw T echnical Support T elephone +86-21-3842991 1 Online support support.
ASUS H87-PRO A-5 Appendices DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont , CA 94539.
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