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  • Page 1 P8B75-V...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Welcome! ...................... 1-1 Package contents ..................1-1 Special features ................... 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights ................. 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features ............. 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution............1-4 1.3.4 ASUS EZ DIY ................1-4 1.3.5 Other special features ..............1-5...

  • Page 4: Contents

    Network Stack ................3-23 Monitor menu ..................... 3-24 Boot menu ....................3-27 Tools menu ....................3-29 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility .............. 3-29 3.8.2. ASUS O.C. Profile ............... 3-29 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information ............... 3-30 Exit menu ....................3-31 3.10...
  • Page 5 CrossFireX™ technology ......... 5-3 ® LucidLogix Virtu MVP .................. 5-4 5.2.1 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP ............. 5-4 5.2.2 Setting up your display ..............5-5 5.2.3 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP ..........5-6 Appendices Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-4...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 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.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    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.

  • Page 9: P8B75-V Specifications Summary

    DDR3 2000/1800 MHz frequency as default. *** The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. **** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
  • Page 10 - ASUS AI Suite II - TurboV - MemOK! Switch - GPU Boost - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring graphics user interface ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design:...
  • Page 11 1 x LPT connector BIOS features 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 4.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    ® The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

  • Page 14: Special Features

    Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel – 4 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0.

  • Page 15: Asus Exclusive Features

    B75 Express Chipset natively supports the next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) ® interface, delivering up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. ASUS provides SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus systems. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.

  • Page 16: Asus Quiet Thermal Solution

    ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O.C.

  • Page 17: Other Special Features

    DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.
  • Page 18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    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. ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 20: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 21.9cm(8.6in) KBMS CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM EATX12V MemOK! USB34 DRAM_LED USB3_12 LAN_USB12 AAFP AUDIO CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 PCIEX1_1 P8B75-V 8111E / F USB3_34 PCIEX16_1 Lithium Cell PCIEX1_2 CMOS Power Intel ® PCI1 Super PCIEX16_2 PCI2 BIOS BIOS SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1...

  • Page 21: Layout Contents

    USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 2.-18 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-13 LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 2-16 Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 2-19 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-18 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-21 ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 22: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.

  • Page 23: 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. P8B75-V P8B75-V 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 24: Memory Configurations

    • The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • 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.
  • Page 25 • E-DJ-F (low voltage) G.SKILL F3-10600CL8 G.SKILL • • • D-2GBHK(XMP) G.SKILL F3-10600CL9 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • • D-2GBNQ (2 x 1GB) G.SKILL F3-10666CL7 7-7-7-18 1.5~1.6V • • • T-3GBPK(XMP) (3 x 1GB) (continued on the next page) ASUS P8B75-V...
  • Page 26 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support G.SKILL F3-10666CL8 8-8-8-8-24 XMP 1.35V • • • D-4GBECO(XMP) (2 x 2GB) G.SKILL F3-10666CL7 7-7-7-21 1.5V • • • D-8GBRH(XMP) (2 x 4GB) GEIL GV32GB1333C9DC 9-9-9-24...
  • Page 27 • • • POWER TU133S01 SILICON SP001GBL Elixir N2CB1680AN-C6 • • • POWER TU133S02 SILICON SP002GBLT Elixir N2CB1680AN-C6 • • • POWER U133S02 UMAX E41302GP UMAX U2S24D30TP-13 • • • 0-73BDB WINTEC 3WVS31333-2G- AMPO AM3420803-13H • • • ASUS P8B75-V...
  • Page 28 A2 and B2 for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-10...

  • Page 29: Expansion Slots

    PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI Express operating mode VGA configuration PCIe 3.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 Single VGA/PCIe card x16 (Recommend for single VGA) Dual VGA/PCIe card ASUS P8B75-V 2-11...

  • Page 30: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. Refer to page 2-23 for details. •...

  • Page 31: Jumper

    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. ASUS P8B75-V 2-13...

  • Page 32: Onboard Switches

    BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-14...

  • Page 33: Onboard Leds

    , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. DRAM LED P8B75-V P8B75-V DRAM LED ASUS P8B75-V 2-15...

  • Page 34: Internal Connectors

    2.2.8 Internal connectors Intel B75 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1 [gray]) ® This connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. P8B75-V P8B75-V SATA 6.0Gb/s connector When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection in the BIOS to [AHCI]. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.
  • Page 35 480 MBps connection speed. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. USB3_34 P8B75-V P8B75-V USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS P8B75-V 2-17...
  • Page 36 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 48 MBps connection speed.
  • Page 37 This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. COM1 PIN 1 P8B75-V P8B75-V Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is purchased separately. ASUS P8B75-V 2-19...
  • Page 38 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 P8B75-V P8B75-V fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
  • Page 39 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 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. ASUS P8B75-V 2-21...
  • Page 40 If you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-22...

  • Page 41: System Panel Connector

    ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) 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. ASUS P8B75-V 2-23...

  • Page 42: Building Your Computer System

    Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 43: Cpu Installation

    2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. ASUS P8B75-V 2-25...
  • Page 44 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-26...

  • Page 45: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.3.3 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. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS P8B75-V 2-27...
  • Page 46 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-28...

  • Page 47: Dimm Installation

    2.3.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS P8B75-V 2-29...

  • Page 48: Motherboard Installation

    2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-30...
  • Page 49 P8B75-V DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS P8B75-V 2-31...

  • Page 50: Atx Power Connection

    2.3.6 ATX Power connection Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-32...

  • Page 51: Sata Device Connection

    2.3.7 SATA device connection ASUS P8B75-V 2-33...

  • Page 52: Front I/O Connector

    2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install the system panel connector To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-34...

  • Page 53: Expension Card Installation

    2.3.9 Expension Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards ASUS P8B75-V 2-35...

  • Page 54: Rear Panel Connection

    2.3.10 Rear panel connection Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port 6. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 2. D-Sub port 7. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2* 3. Realtek LAN (RJ-45) port** 8. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 ®...
  • Page 55 Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray – – – Side Speaker Out ASUS P8B75-V 2-37...

  • Page 56: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 Channel Speakers Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-38...
  • Page 57 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ASUS P8B75-V 2-39...

  • Page 58: Starting Up For The First Time

    Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 59: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup Knowing BIOS The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system.

  • Page 60: Ez Mode

    Quick access to a few Loads optimized default Power Saving mode utilities and advanced Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode settings Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right Selects the boot device priority Selects the boot device priority...

  • Page 61: Advanced Mode

    For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the Monitor fan settings. Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tool For configuring options for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 62: Menu Items

    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.

  • Page 63: Main Menu

    RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.2.5 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default • Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 64: Administrator Password

    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: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 65: Ai Tweaker Menu

    ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Scroll down to display the following items: →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 66: Dram Timing Control

    Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. BCLK/PEG Frequency [XXX] Appears when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] and allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance.

  • Page 67: Cpu Power Management

    Power Limit 1. Default setting is 1.25 times Power Limit 1. For Intel recommend, platform must be capable of supporting over Power Limit 2 for up to 10 msec. ASUS board can support over Power Limit 2 for a long duration. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
  • Page 68 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specifications, and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage, and a better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from the following percentages to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme).

  • Page 69: Offset Mode Sign

    Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage. The values range from 0.800V to 1.990V with a 0.005V interval. ASUS P8B75-V 3-11...
  • Page 70 DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.185V to 2.135V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V.

  • Page 71: 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. ASUS P8B75-V 3-13...

  • Page 72: Cpu Configuration

    3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Scroll down to display the following items: Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down.

  • Page 73: Cpu Power Management Configuration

    This item appears only when you set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the Intel Turbo Mode ® Technology. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS P8B75-V 3-15...

  • Page 74: Pch Configuration

    CPU C1E [Auto] Enables or disables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS.

  • Page 75: Sata Configuration

    POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] These items appear only when you set the SATA mode item to [AHCI] and allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P8B75-V 3-17...

  • Page 76: System Agent Configuration

    3.5.4 System Agent Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ System Agent Configuration > Enable or disable memory remap above System Agent Bridge Name SandyBridge Memory Remap Feature Enabled > Graphics Configuration >...

  • Page 77: Usb Configuration

    Allows you to select an operation mode for the Intel xHCI controller. 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. ASUS P8B75-V 3-19...

  • Page 78: Onboard Devices Configuration

    3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration Enabled/Disabled Azalia HD Audio HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. The following two items appear only when you set the above 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.

  • Page 79: Serial Port Configuration

    The following two items appear only when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. Change Settings [Auto] Allows you to select an optimal setting for Super I/O devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=378h; IRQ=5;] [IO=378h; IRQ=5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] [IO=278h; IRQ=5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] [IO=3BCh; IRQ=5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] ASUS P8B75-V 3-21...

  • Page 80: Apm

    3.5.7 Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.

  • Page 81: Network Stack

    This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enable] Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv6 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enable] ASUS P8B75-V 3-23...

  • Page 82: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures.
  • Page 83 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. ASUS P8B75-V 3-25...
  • Page 84 [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.

  • Page 85: Boot Menu

    [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to [Disabled] and allows you to set the waiting time for the system to display the post report.

  • Page 86: Boot Option Priorities

    • 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.

  • Page 87: Tools Menu

    <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.8.1 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, refer to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. 3.8.2.

  • Page 88: Asus Spd Information

    We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot # [DIMM_A2] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot.

  • Page 89: Exit Menu

    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...

  • Page 90: Updating Bios

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: ®...

  • Page 91: Updating The Bios Through The Internet

    Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. If you want to enable the BIOS...

  • Page 92: Updating The Bios Through A Bios File

    The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 93: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 94: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 95: Asus Bios Updater

    3.10.4 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.

  • Page 96: Updating The Bios File

    Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. PATH: Note Press <Tab> to switch between screen fields and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS file and press <Enter>.

  • Page 97: Chapter 4: Software Support

    The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive.

  • Page 98: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. ® Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Double-click the folder of your selected software.

  • Page 99: Intel ® Sba Support

    Core™ i7 with one of these chipsets: QS77, B75, Q77 ® • The Intel Management Engine software kit must be installed (The Local ® Manageability Service and the Intel Management Engine Interface must be installed ® and running.) • Local Administrator rights on the target machine ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 100: Software Information

    4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II on your computer Place the support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 101: Digi+ Vrm

    The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 102: Turbov Evo

    After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
  • Page 103 DVD. • For system stability, all changes made in ASUS GPU Boost will not be saved to the BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts.

  • Page 104: Epu

    Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced. *• • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 105: Fan Xpert

    Turbo: maximizes the fan speed for the best cooling effect. • User: Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 106: Probe Ii

    Applies your changes configuration Loads the default threshold Loads your saved values for each sensor configuration Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support 4-10...

  • Page 107: Sensor Recorder

    To track the recorded contents, set Type / Date / Select display items to display the history details. Click on Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and a highlight of the system statuses will appear on the right panel. ASUS P8B75-V 4-11...

  • Page 108: Usb 3.0 Boost

    4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost The ASUS exclusive USB 3.0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3.0 devices. With USB 3.0 Boost, you can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.0 devices with ease. Launching USB 3.0 Boost After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch USB 3.0 Boost by clicking Tool >...

  • Page 109: Asus Update

    4.3.9 ASUS Update ASUS Update lays out the options for updating BIOS on your system. Update BIOS utility on your system or simply save the utility for later use just by following the directions on this convenient updating feature. Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update >...

  • Page 110: Mylogo2

    Power-On-Self-Tests (POST). Personalize your computer from the very beginning! Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch MyLogo by clicking Update > MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
  • Page 111 Then at Picture File, Browse to select the desired image for boot logo. Click Next. Follow steps 2~5 in Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard to complete logo update. The fullscreen logo application in BIOS utility must be enabled for MyLogo to take effect. ASUS P8B75-V 4-15...

  • Page 112: Audio Configurations

    Minimize button Control settings window Information button • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. • Due to Intel B75 platform does not support Windows Vista™, Realtek HD Audio ®...

  • Page 113: Desktop Responsiveness Technologies

    Due to OS behavior, Intel ® Rapid Start Technology works inefficiently with over 4G system memory under Windows ® 7 32-bit operating system. • Only Intel ® internal SATA ports (gray and blue) support Intel ® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies. ASUS P8B75-V 4-17...

  • Page 114: Intel Rapid Start Technology

    4.4.2 Intel Rapid Start Technology ® Intel Rapid Start Technology allows you to quickly resume your computer from sleep mode. ® Saving your computer’s system memory to the configured SSD provides a faster wake-up response time, but keeps the energy in a low profile. Rapid Start Technology, go to Advanced Mode >...
  • Page 115 (x = disk number), and press Enter. • The value “x” refers to a disk number where you created the unallocated partition. • Refer to step 5 for details about the unallocated disk space in the SSD. ASUS P8B75-V 4-19...
  • Page 116 Type create partition primary, and press Enter. After creating a primary partition, type detail disk, and press Enter to view the details of the partitioned disk. Select the RAW volume which has the same size as the shrinked volume, type select volume x (x = number), and press Enter to store the Intel ®...
  • Page 117 Rapid Start Manager to enable or disable the ® Intel Rapid Start Technology. ® Click the Show hidden icons arrow from the right side of the task bar, and click Intel Rapid Start Technology ® Manager icon. ASUS P8B75-V 4-21...

  • Page 118: Recovering The Partition

    Tick On in the Status field to enable the function, and click Save. Select and click to enable or disable the function Click to enable or disable battery saving mode. This function only applies to notebooks. Click to enable or disable the timer. When enabled, move the scroll Click to save the Click to cancel the settings made.
  • Page 119 In the desktop, click Start, right-click Computer, and click Manage. In the Computer Management window, click Disk Management, right click the shrinked new volume, and select Extend Volume. As the Extend Volume Wizard appears, click Next. ASUS P8B75-V 4-23...

  • Page 120: Intel Smart Connect Technology

    Click Next after selecting the default selected disk. Extend volume setup is completed. Click Finish to recover the Intel Rapid Start ® Technology partition. Reboot the system after deleting the partition. Go to Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features > to remove the Intel Rapid Start Manager for the complete deletion of Intel Rapid Start Technology.

  • Page 121: Using The Intel Smart Connect Technology

    When updating is enabled, click to reset Click to enable or all settings to default. disable the function When the scroll bar is activated, adjust the waking up time period for Internet data update. ASUS P8B75-V 4-25...
  • Page 122 To disable the updating function, click Disable Updating. Clicking this button automatically disables the configuration in the Advanced tab. To reset to defaults, click Reset All to Defaults. In the Advanced tab, set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving.

  • Page 123: Chapter 5: Multiple Gpu Technology Support

    XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows ® 7, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. For Windows ® Select your current graphics card driver/s. XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows ® 7, select Uninstall. For Windows ® Turn off your computer. ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 124: Installing Two Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.

  • Page 125: Installing The Device Drivers

    In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. Select Enable CrossFireX. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 126: Lucidlogix Virtu Mvp

    Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP To install LucidLogix Virtu MVP: Insert the support DVD in the optical drive. The ASUS Support Wizard appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. Click the Utilites tab, then click LucidLogix Virtu MVP Software.

  • Page 127: Setting Up Your Display

    3D gaming performance. d-Mode (VGA output from discrete graphics card) i-Mode (VGA output from motherboard) The motherboard’s IO ports and discrete graphic card is for reference only and may vary in different models. ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 128: Configuring Lucidlogix Virtu Mvp

    5.2.3 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP Launch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to configure the main features, adjust the performance settings and select applications for graphical virtualization. To open the control panel, right-click LucidLogix Virtu MVP icon in the notification area and select Open Virtu MVP Control Panel.
  • Page 129 Performance Allows you to turn ON/OFF the Hyperformance or Virtual Vsync function. ® Click to turn Hyperformance® ON or OFF Click to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFF ASUS P8B75-V...
  • Page 130 Applications Allows you to select applications for graphic virtualization. Click to select a program to run by discrete card, iGPU, or Hyperformance ® Click to add, edit, or remove programs See the descriptions of these columns below: • D column allows you to run applications with the discrete graphic card. Select D to enable 3D graphical performance for that application.

  • Page 131: Appendices

    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. ASUS P8B75-V...

  • Page 132: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    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.
  • Page 133 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 134: Asus Contact Information

    +1-812-282-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...
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