Motherboard F2A85-M2
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................................... vi About this guide......................................................................................................... vii F2A85-M2 specifications summary........................................................................... ix Package contents.......................................................................................................
1.10 Software support......................................................................................... 1-31 1.10.1 1.10.2 Installing an operating system....................................................... 1-31 Support DVD information............................................................... 1-31 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS.............................................................. 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility..................................................
2.6.3 Post Delay Time [3 sec]................................................................. 2-20 2.6.5 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]........................................................ 2-20 2.6.4 2.6.6 2.6.7 2.6.8 2.6.9 2.6.10 2.7 2.6.11 2.7.1 Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]...................................................... 2-20 CSM (Compatibility Support Module)............................................. 2-20 Secure Boot................................................................
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.
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.
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 trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. . NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
F2A85-M2 specifications summary APU AMD® A- series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics, up to 4 CPU cores, FM2 package Supports AMD® Turbo Core Technology 3.0 Supports DirectX® 11 Chipset Memory • The AMD® Turbo Core Technology 3.0 support depends on the APU types. • Refer to www.asus.com for AMD APU support list.
F2A85-M2 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS EPU - EPU ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost ASUS AI Charger+ ASUS AI Suite II 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert Plus ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS My Logo 2 Back Panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x DVI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x Display port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x COM port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.
F2A85-M2 specifications summary BIOS features Support DVD 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Form factor Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights 1 AMD® A-series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD® A- series accelerated processor with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics. This revolutionary APU (Accelerated Processing Unit) combines processing power and advanced DirectX 11 graphics in one small, energy-efficient design to enable accelerated performance and an industry-leading visual experience.
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 EPU EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the world’s first real-time system power-saving chip, automatically detects the current system load and intelligently moderates power usage. It offers a total system-wide energy optimization, reduces fan noise, and extends the component’s lifespan. 1.1.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. C.P.R.
1.2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1-4 • 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.
1.3 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. 1.3.1 Placement direction 1.3.2 Screw holes When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation.
1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 2 3 4 24.4cm(9.6in) KBMS CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) 24.4cm(9.
1.3.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. AMD® FM2 Socket 1-7 Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 1-31 2. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 1.4 CPU, power fan and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1 and 4-pin CHA_FAN2) DDR3 DIMM slots SATA 6.
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1.4.2 APU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the APU heatsink and APU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
To uninstall the APU heatsink and fan assembly 1 3 2 4 5 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption.
• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment.
DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Crucial G.Skill G.Skill G.Skill G.Skill G.Skill G.Skill G.Skill G.Skill G.Skill G.Skill G.
DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage Geil 16GB (4x4GB) DS - - 9-9-9-28 1.6V . . . 2GB DS - - 8-8-8-28 1.6V . . . 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83CFR PBC - - . . . 1GB SS - - 7 - . . . 2GB DS - - - - . . .
DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data AD31333001GOU AD3U1333C2G9 AM2U139C2P1 AX3U1333C2G9-BP SS SS SS SS AData AData AData - AD30908C8D-151C E0906 3CCD-1509HNA1126L 3CCD-1509A EL1127T - - - A-Data AD31333G001GOU SS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65-1.85V . . . A-Data SS - - 9-9-9-24 . .
DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
DDR3-1067 MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4DIMMs . . . . . . 1.35V(low voltage) . . . 1.35V(low voltage) . . . 1.5V . . . 1.5V . . . 1.5V . . . Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage Crucial Crucial ELPIDA ELPIDA KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON CT12864BA1067.8FF CT25664BA1067.
1.5.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. VGA configuration PCI Express operating mode PCIe x16_1 PCIe x4_1 Single VGA/PCIe card x16 (Recommended for single VGA card) N/A Dual VGA/PCIe card x16 x4 • • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance.
1.7 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 F2A85-M2 1 2 2 3 Normal (Default) Clear RTC F2A85-M2 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2.
1.8 Connectors 1.8.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 12 11 10 4 9 5 6 8 7 1. PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. COM port. This port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. 3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. 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.
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration.
1.8.2 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) NC AGND NC NC SENSE2_RETUR 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. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR 1.
3. 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.
5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN, 4-pin CPU_FAN, and 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_FAN2 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND F2A85-M2 F2A85-M2 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 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. USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB56 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB78 F2A85-M2 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND PIN 1 F2A85-M2 USB2.
Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1~6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, or JBOD configuration through the onboard controller.
10. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED+ PLEDPWR GND PWR LED PWR BTN F2A85-M2 PIN 1 HD_LED+ HD_LEDGround Reset F_PANEL HD_LED RESET F2A85-M2 System panel connector • • • • System power LED (2-pin PLED) 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.
1.9 1. Onboard LEDs 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 F2A85-M2 ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off F2A85-M2 Onboard LED 2.
1.10 Software support 1.10.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / 64-bit Vista / Windows® 7 / 64-bit Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 / 64-bit Windows 8 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 1.10.2 • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
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BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 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. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
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 3. a. Select Update BIOS from file, then click Next. b.
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. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into F2A85M2.CAP. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version.
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.
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 BOARD: F2A85-M2 VER: 5011 DATE: 10/07/2012 F2A85M2.CAP 4194304 2012-10-07 17:30:48 3. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to select the BIOS file and press . BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update.
2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
2.3 Main menu 2.3.1 System Language [English] 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx] 2.3.4 Security 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. Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] [Español] [Русский] Allows you to set the system date. Allows you to set the system time.
Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1.
2.4 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. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Target CPU Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the CPU speed. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.
2.5 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 Trusted Computing This item appears only when a TPM module is connected to the motherboard and allows you to change TPM settings. TPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable TPM support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.
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. OnChip SATA Channel [Enabled] Enables or disables onboard channel SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. The following three items appear only when you set the above item to [Enabled]. OnChip SATA Type [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration.
2.5.4 Alert Specification Format (ASF) Configuration The Alert Specification Format (ASF 2.0) defines remote and alert settings in PCs that do not have an OS and are maintained through the network. ASF Support [Enabled] Enables or disables ASF Support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASF BIOS Mode [ON] Manages ASF BIOS mode. Configuration options: [On] [Off] [Alert Only] ASF WatchDog Timer [Disabled] Sets ASF WatchDog Timer values.
2.5.6 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. USB Device Enable [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables USB devices Disables USB devices Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup.
2.5.7 NB Configuration IGFX Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Enables or disables the Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor support for add-on VGA devices. And the memory size of Internal Graphics Device will keep memory reserved. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Primary Video Device [PCIE / PCI Video] Selects the primary display device. Configuration options: [IGFX Video] [PCIE / PCI Video] Integrated Graphics [Auto] Enables the integrated graphics controller.
Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings Auto] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] 2.5.9 APM Deep S4 [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Prevents Deep S4 state from switching off all power.
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 PME [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the PME to wake up by PCI/PCIE devices. Allows you to turn on the system through a PCI/PCIE LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
2.5.10 Serial Port Console Redirection Console Redirection [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable Console Redirection for COM0, COM1, and the Serial Port for Out-of-Band Management/Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. Console Redirection Settings Terminal Type [VT-100+] This item selects character emulation for terminal commands.
Legacy OS Redirection Resolution [80x25] Sets the number of rows and columns supported in a legacy OS. Configuration options: [80x25] [80x24] Putty KeyPad [VT100] Selects FunctionKey and Keypad on Putty. Configuration options: [VT100] [Linux] [XTERMR6] [SCO] [ESCN] [VT400] Redirection After BIOS POST [Always Enable] This setting specifies if BootLoader is loaded before booting to a Legacy OS. Configuration options: [Always Enable] [Bootloader] 2.5.
2.6 Boot menu 2.6.1 Fast Boot [Disabled] The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Enables or disables the fast boot function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] • • Disable Fast Boot if you intend to use the AMD DASH USB redirect feature. The following three items appear when Fast Boot is set to [Enabled]. USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled] All the USB devices will be available only afater entering the operating system (OS).
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] 2.6.3 Post Delay Time [3 sec] 2.6.4 Bootup NumLock State [On] Allows you to set the Post Logo Delay Time. Configuration options: [0 sec] [1 sec] ~ [10 sec].
2.6.9 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]. Secure Boot Mode [Standard] This item appears only when you set the OS Type to [Windows UEFI mode]. Configuration option: [Standard] [Custom] The following items appear when Secure Boot Mode is set to [Custom].
Copy DBX to File Configuration options: [OK] Delete the DBX Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Append DBX from File Configuration options: [OK] 2.6.10 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. 2.6.11 • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears.
2.7 Monitor menu 2.7.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] 2.7.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. 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.
Fan Lower Temperature [20] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 20ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.4 [Disabled] CHA_FAN 1/2 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.
2.7.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage 2.7.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] 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. This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function.
2.8 Tools menu 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. 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 SPD Information DIMM Slot # [DIMM_A2] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot.
Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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).
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.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address Telephone Fax E-mail Web site Technical Support Telephone Online support 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 info@asus.com.tw www.asus.com.tw +86-21-38429911 support.asus.
ASUS F2A85-M2 A-5 (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Asus Computer International Signature : Date : Representative Person’s Name : Dec. 10, 2012 Steve Chang / President This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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