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  • Page 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...
  • 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

    Contents Safety information ...................... iv About this guide ......................iv Package contents ....................... vi B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary............. vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you proceed ..................1-1 Motherboard overview ................. 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-3 System memory ................... 1-7 Expansion slots ...................

  • Page 4: 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 5: Conventions Used In This Guide

    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 6: Package Contents

    ** Due to Intel chipset limitation, the DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600MHz. *** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Graphics Integrated graphics processor Multi-VGA output support: D-Sub, DVI-D, HDMI ports - Supports DVI-D with max.resolution of 1920 x 1200 @60Hz...
  • Page 7 - ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.5x longer lifespan with excellent durability - ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3x more durable corrosion- resistant coating UEFI BIOS - Most advanced options with fast response time...
  • Page 8 1 x S/PDIF out connector BIOS features 64Mb Flash ROM, AMI UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE...
  • Page 9 B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 specifications summary Drivers Support DVD ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) 8.1 (32bit/64bit) Windows OS support ® Windows 8 (32bit/64bit) ® Windows 7 (32bit/64bit) ® Form factor mATX form factor: 9.2 in x 8.3 in (23.4 cm x 21.1 cm)

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    1.2.2 Screw holes Place six 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. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...

  • Page 12: Motherboard Layout

    Place this side towards the rear of the chassis B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 21.1cm(8.3in) CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN KBMS_USB34 DIGI +VRM ATX12V HDMI 1442K LGA1150 USB3.1_EC1 1142 USB3.1_EA1 LAN_USB3_56 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 PCIEX16 Realtek B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 8111GR 64Mb BIOS PCIEX1_1 Super Intel ®...

  • Page 13: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    ® 8. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 9. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 10. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 11. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB1314) 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 14. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 15. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation and New 4th Generation Intel Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium ® ® Celeron processors. ® B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...

  • Page 14: Installing The Cpu

    Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 15: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    1.3.2 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. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...
  • Page 16 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 17: System Memory

    Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on XMP ® mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600MHz. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB ® or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following: Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. ® I nstall a 64-bit Windows OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the ® motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or less. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...

  • Page 18: Installing A Dimm

    • 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 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 19: Expansion Slots

    To install an expansion card: Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier. Replace the system cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. Assign an IRQ to the card. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...
  • Page 20 1.5.3 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express x16 slot that supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. IRQ assignments for this motherboard – – shared – – – – – SATA – – – shared – – – – USB2.0_1 – –...

  • Page 21: Jumpers

    Clear RTC RAM (2-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 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 PIN 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re- enter data. • If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-11...

  • Page 22: Connectors

    Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard/mouse. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection Speed Activity Link Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Orange...
  • Page 23 • Due to the design of the Intel 8 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the ® USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 Type A port. This 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type A port is for USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 devices. USB 3.1 Type C port. This Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type C port is for USB 3.1 mobile or peripheral devices. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D can’t be converted to output RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. Intel display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks (Pixel Clock = H total x V Total x Frame Rate (Screen refresh rate)): HDMI port: 300 MHz DVI port: 165 MHz VGA port: 180 MHz USB 2.0 ports. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-13...

  • Page 24: Internal Connectors

    +3 Volts -12 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 ATX power connectors • We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 300W power rating. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up. • We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 25: Front Panel Audio Connector

    B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. If you want to connect an AC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD]. See section 2.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 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. PIN 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-15...
  • Page 26 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. Only 4-pin CPU fans and chassis fans support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you hear system beeps and warnings. SPEAKER B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 PIN 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Speaker Out connector 1-16...
  • Page 27 B85 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) ® This connector connects to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA6G_1 RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 SATA6G_2 RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-17...
  • Page 28 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. USB3_12 IntA_P2_D+ IntA_P1_D+ IntA_P2_D- IntA_P1_D- IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P1_SSTX+ IntA_P2_SSTX- IntA_P1_SSTX- IntA_P2_SSRX+ B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 IntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P2_SSRX- IntA_P1_SSRX- USB3+5V USB3+5V PIN 1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, 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. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to...

  • Page 29: System Panel Connector

    This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 SPDIF_OUT B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Digital audio connector ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-19...

  • Page 30: Chassis Intrusion Connector

    Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pin labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. CHASSIS B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 B85M-G PLUS/USB3.1 Chassis intrusion connector 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 31: 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. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which lists the unique features of your ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, Contact and Specials tabs to display their respective menus. The following screen is for reference only. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 1-21...
  • Page 32 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 33: Chapter 2: Bios Information

    Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility.

  • Page 34: Asus Ez Flash

    2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port.

  • Page 35: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    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.
  • Page 36 Boot your computer then press <F8> to launch the select boot device screen. When the select boot device screen appears, insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device: ASUS DVD-E818A6T (4069MB) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB) UEFI: (FAT) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB)
  • Page 37 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failaure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for details. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...

  • Page 38: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. •...
  • Page 39 • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...

  • Page 40: Advanced Mode

    BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press F7. Back button Menu items...

  • Page 41: Menu Items

    Quick Note button This button allows you to enter notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...

  • Page 42: My Favorites

    My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently‑used BIOS items to My Favorites: Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add. When using a mouse, hover the pointer to the item.

  • Page 43: Main Menu

    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. Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-11...

  • Page 44: User Password

    From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>.

  • Page 45: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Displays the target DRAM speed. Target Cache Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target Cache speed. Target DMI/PEG Clock : xxxxMHz Displays the target DMI/PEG clock. Target iGPU Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target iGPU speed. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2‑13...
  • Page 46 2.5.1 CPU Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU core ratio automatically or manually. [Auto] Sets all CPU Core Ratio to Intel CPU default settings automatically. ® [Sync All Cores] Allows you to set CPU Core Ratio settings for all cores. [Per Core] Allows you to set CPU Core Ratio individually.

  • Page 47: Dram Timing Control

    This item allows you to set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Use the <+> or <‑> to adjust the value. The values range from 200 KHz to 350 KHz with an interval of 50 KHz. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-15...

  • Page 48: Cpu Power Management

    CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] Allows you to set the power phase based on the CPU. Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to [Extreme] and [Manual Adjustment]. The thermal conditions should be monitored. This following item appears only when you set the CPU Power Phase Control item to [Manual Adjustment].
  • Page 49 Allows you to set the idle power‑out response. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Power Current Slope [Auto] Allows you to set the power current slope. Configuration options: [Auto] [Level 4] [Level 3] [Level 2] [Level 1] [Level 0] ]Level ‑1] [Level ‑2] [Level ‑3] [Level ‑4]. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-17...
  • Page 50 Power Current Offset [Auto] Allows you to set the power current offset. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [87.5%] [75%] [62.5%] [50%] [37.5%] [25%] [12.5%] [0%] [‑12.5%] [‑25%] [‑37.5%] [‑50.0%] [‑62.5%] [‑75%] [‑87.5%] [‑100%] Power Fast Ramp Response [Auto] Allows you to set the power fast ramp response. Use the <+> and <‑> keys to adjust the value.
  • Page 51 CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU analog I/O voltage offset. Increase the value when increasing DRAM frequency. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-19...
  • Page 52 2.5.18 CPU Digital I/O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the CPU digital I/O voltage offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [‑]. CPU Digital I/O Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU digital I/O voltage offset. Increase the value when increasing DRAM frequency.

  • Page 53: Advanced Menu

    Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No‑Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0). ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-21...
  • Page 54 Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] ® [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one system to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to automatically analyze the requirements and prefetch data and codes for the CPU.

  • Page 55: Pch Configuration

    Entry on S3 RTC Wake [Enabled] The system automatically wakes up and set to Rapid Start Technology S4 mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Entry After [x] Allows you to set the wake‑up time.The values range from 0 (immediately) to 120. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2‑23...

  • Page 56: Sata Configuration

    Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled] The system automatically set itself to sleep when the partition size is not enough for Rapid Start Technology to work. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Active Memory Threshold [0] Key in the value for the additional partition size for Rapid Start Technology to work. Ensure that the caching partition size is larger than the total memory size.

  • Page 57: System Agent Configuration

    Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen 2. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] NB PCIe Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings. PCIEX16_1 Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to configure the PCIEX16_1 speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-25...

  • Page 58: Memory Configuration

    DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the control of Active State Power Management on SA side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PEG - ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG Device. The setting takes no effect if PEG is not the active device at present.

  • Page 59: Platform Misc Configuration

    Configuration options: [Auto] [Force On] Asmedia USB 3.1 Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the Asmedia USB 3.1 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following two items appear only when the Asmedia USB 3.1 item is set to [Enabled]. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-27...

  • Page 60: Serial Port Configuration

    USB 3.1_EA1 [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the USB 3.1_EA1 controller. [Disabled] Disables the USB 3.1_EA1 controller. USB 3.1_EC1 [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the USB 3.1_EC1 controller. [Disabled] Disables the USB 3.1_EC1 controller. Asmedia USB 3.1 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the USB 3.1 battery charging support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Enabled]...

  • Page 61: Network Stack

    This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv6 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2-29...

  • Page 62: 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 other items. 2.7.1 CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperature. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperature.
  • Page 63 [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. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2‑31...
  • Page 64 [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan 1/2 Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Fan 1/2 Upper Temperature [70] Use the <+>...

  • Page 65: Boot Menu

    [Full Initialization] All USB devices will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. [Partial Initialization] For a faster POST time, only the USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2‑33...
  • Page 66 [Disabled] Hide the logo during POST. Set this item to [Full Screen] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. POST Delay Time [3 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Auto] and [Full Screen]. This item allows you to select the desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup.
  • Page 67 Boot from Storage Devices [Legacy OpROM first] Allows you to select the type of storage devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Both, Legacy OpROM first] [Both, UEFI first] [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2‑35...

  • Page 68: Secure Boot

    Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices [Legacy OpROM first] Allows you to select the type of PCIe/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] 2.8.9 Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect ®...
  • Page 69 Append DBX from file Allows you to load the additional DBX from a storage device so that more db’s images cannot be loaded. The DBX file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time‑based authenticated variable. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1 2‑37...

  • Page 70: Boot Option Priorities

    OS in Safe Mode, press <F8 > after POST (Windows 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. 2.8.11 Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.

  • Page 71: Tools Menu

    <Enter> to display the submenu. 2.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.9.2 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings.

  • Page 72: 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 73: Appendices

    : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil. ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...

  • Page 74: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    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 75 CE. das Diretivas da CE. Para mais detalhes, consulte a Declaração de Компания ASUS заявляет, что это устройство соответствует основным Conformidade CE. требованиям и другим соответствующим условиям европейских директив. Подробную информацию, пожалуйста, смотрите в декларации...

  • Page 76: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 General support +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555...
  • Page 77 ASUS B85M-G PLUS/USB 3.1...

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