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  • Page 1 B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3...
  • 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 B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 specifications summary ......vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you proceed ..............1-1 Motherboard overview ..............1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........... 1-3 System memory ................

  • 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

    Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Integrated graphics processor - Intel HD Graphics support ®...
  • Page 7 - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection: Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection ASUS - ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3x more durable corrosion- √ √ Special resistance for greater durability Features...
  • Page 8 B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 specifications summary B150- B150- Specifications PRO D3 PLUS D3 Gaming Scenario Audio Features - Audio that roars on the battlefield Media Streamer - Pipe music or movies from your PC to a smart TV - Media Streamer app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS7 and Android 4.0 system...
  • Page 9 1 x CLRTC 1 x System Panel connector 128Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Qfan √ √ BIOS features Control, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen,...

  • 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 B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3...

  • Page 12: Motherboard Layout

    Place this side towards the rear of the chassis B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 21.8cm(8.6in) KBMS_USB910 CPU_FAN DIGI EATX12V +VRM • ① On B150-PRO D3 only. • ② On B150-PLUS D3 only. ① LGA1151 USB_C1 USB3_56 LAN_USB78 AUDIO LANGuard CHA_FAN2 PCIEX1_1...

  • Page 13: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    9. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1112) 1-18 10. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 1-16 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-20 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-20 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for 6th Generation Intel Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium , and Celeron processors. ® ® ® B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 B150-PRO D3/B150-PLUS D3 CPU socket LGA1151 ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3...

  • Page 14: Installing The Cpu

    Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for the LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • 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 LGA1151 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 B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3...
  • 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

    System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 B150-PRO D3/B150-PLUS D3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. You can refer to the recommended memory population below. Recommended memory configurations ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3...
  • Page 18 Use a maximum of 3 GB 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. F or more details, refer to the Microsoft support site at http://support.microsoft. ® com/kb/929605/en-us. • 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. • Always install the DIMMs with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 19: Installing A Dimm

    1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3...

  • Page 20: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 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).
  • Page 21 – – – – Controller HD Audio shared – – – – – – – SATA Controller shared – – – – – – – XHCI Controller shared – – – – – – – ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 1-11...
  • Page 22 IRQ assignments for B150-PLUS D3 PCIEx16_1 shared – – – – – – – PCIEx16_2 shared – – – – – – – PCIEx1_1 shared – – – – – – – PCIEx1_2 – shared – – – – –...

  • Page 23: Headers

    Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header 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. B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 CLRTC PIN 1 B150-PRO D3/B150-PLUS D3 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...

  • Page 24: Connectors

    Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 PS/2 mouse/keyboard port. This port is for a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. 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 Speed Activity Link Status Description Status Description...
  • Page 25 USB 3.0 ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0/2.0 devices. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel 100 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. 5Gb/s Type C USB port. This Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type C port is for Type C USB 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 not be converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. USB 2.0 ports. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 1-15...

  • Page 26: Intel ® B150 Serial Ata 6.0 Gb/S Connectors (7-Pin Sata6G_1~6)

    1.7.2 Internal connectors 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 B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 B150-PRO D3/B150-PLUS D3 Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. Intel B150 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_1 RSATA_TXP1...

  • Page 27: Cpu And Chassis Fan Connectors (4-Pin Cpu_Fan, 4-Pin Cha_Fan1/2)

    CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA_FAN2 B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 B150-PRO D3/B150-PLUS D3 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 the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ feature. ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 1-17...

  • Page 28: Usb 3.0 Connector (20-1 Pin Usb3_12)

    USB 2.0. USB3_12 B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 PIN 1 B150-PRO D3/B150-PLUS D3 USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1112) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to 480Mbps connection speed.

  • Page 29: Atx Power Connectors (24-Pin Eatxpwr, 8-Pin Eatx12V)

    PIN 1 +5 Volts +5 Volts PSON# B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 +3 Volts -12 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 B150-PRO D3/B150-PLUS D3 ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-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...

  • Page 30: Digital Audio Connector (4-1 Pin Spdif_Out)

    I/O module cable to this connector. AAFP B150-PRO D3 B150-PLUS D3 PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition B150-PRO D3/B150-PLUS D3 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]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect...

  • Page 31: System Panel Connector (20-5 Pin Panel)

    System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL +PWR_LED- SPEAKER PWR_SW B150-PRO D3 PIN 1 B150-PLUS D3 +HDD_LED- RESET +PWR_LED- * Requires an ATX power supply B150-PRO D3/B150-PLUS D3 System panel connector • System power LED (4-pin +PWR_LED-) This 4-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. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDD_LED-) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker...

  • Page 32: Software Support

    Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information. 1.8.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the 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 lists of the unique features of your ASUS motherboard. Click the Driver, Utilities, Manual, or Special tabs to display their respective menus. The following screen is for reference only. Click an icon to display a tab Click to install Tick an item and click Install...

  • 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 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. • Ensure that you load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for details.

  • 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 ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults P2: ST3808110AS (76319MB) aigo miniking (250MB) UEFI: (FAT) ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) P1: ASUS DRW-2014L1T(4458MB) UEFI: (FAT) aigo miniking (250MB) Enter Setup When the booting message appears, press <Enter> within five (5) seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt.
  • 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 B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 2‑5...

  • 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: Ez Mode

    Saves the changes tune the fans and resets the Selects the boot Loads optimized system device priority default settings The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 2‑7...

  • Page 40: Advanced Mode

    2.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end‑users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press <F7>. MyFavorite Q-Fan control Quick Note...

  • Page 41: Menu Bar

    Refer to section 2.2.3 QFan Control for more information. EZ Tuning Wizard (F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. Refer to section 2.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3...

  • Page 42: Hot Keys

    Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code. Scan this QR code with your mobile device to connect to the ASUS BIOS FAQ web page. You can also scan the QR code below. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen.

  • Page 43: Qfan Control

    Click to select a fan to be configured Select a profile to apply Click to apply to your fans the fan setting Click to undo Click to the changes go back to main menu ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 2-11...
  • Page 44 Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Click to manually Speed points configure your fans To configure your fans: Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’...

  • Page 45: Ez Tuning Wizard

    Next. If you are not sure of the CPU fan type, click I’m not sure. The system automatically detects the CPU fan type. Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto‑tuning. ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 2‑13...

  • Page 46: My Favorites

    My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: Press <F3>...

  • Page 47: Main Menu

    RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.6 Headers 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 B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 2‑15...

  • Page 48: Ai Tweaker Menu

    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.

  • Page 49: Advanced Menu

    Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3 2‑17...

  • Page 50: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter>...

  • Page 51: 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 B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3...

  • Page 52: 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 53 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 54: 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 55 ASUS B150-PRO D3 / B150-PLUS D3...
  • Page 56 Appendices...

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