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  • Page 1 B150I PRO GAMING/ AURA SERIES...
  • 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 B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES specifications summary ....vi Product Introduction Before you proceed ..............1-1 Motherboard overview ..............1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........... 1-4 System memory ................1-8 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

    * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel HD Graphics support ®...
  • Page 7 - Optical S/PDIF out port at back panel - Sonic Radar II Intel B150 Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost: ® - 5 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board; 2 ports at back panel, blue; 1 port Type C at back Panel) - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at mid-board;...
  • Page 8 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (2-pin) 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 3.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3,CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Q-fan BIOS Features Control, F3 My Favorites, F9 Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen...

  • Page 9: Product Introduction

    1.2.2 Screw holes Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES...

  • Page 10: Motherboard Layout

    Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1.2.3 Motherboard layout * Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth V4.1 is available on selected models. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 11: Layout Contents

    PUMP; 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 1-25 6. System speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 1-25 7. Intel B150 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6) 1-24 ® 8. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 1-15 9. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 1-23 10. Standby Power LED (SB_PWR) 1-26 11. SupremeFX LED 1-27 12. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 1-23 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-22 14. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78) 1-19 ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES...

  • Page 12: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    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. ® ® ® 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 13: Installing The Cpu

    1.3.1 Installing the CPU Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES...
  • Page 14 Top of 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. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES...

  • Page 16: System Memory

    To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 17 ® 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. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES...
  • Page 18 B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES motherboard memory Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR4 2133 MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage ADATA AD4U2133W4G15-B SK Hynix H5AN4G8NMFRTFC 15-15-15-36 - • ADATA AD4U2133W8G15 SK Hynix H5AN4G8NMFRTFC 15-15-15-36 1.2 • Apacer 78.B1GM3.AF00B SK Hynix H5AN4G8NMFRTFC 15-15-15-36 1.2 • Apacer 78.C1GM3.AF10B SK Hynix...
  • Page 19 SS Micron D9RGQ 15-15-15-36 • UMAX 84G48G93MC-21OMCGNGF15 DS Micron D9RGQ 15-15-15-36 • • SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. • When running XMP at DDR4 3200 MHz or higher, the system’s stability depends on the CPU’s capabilities. • Highly recommended to use 4-DIMM/2-DIMM kit for full DIMM configuration. Full DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs or Memory. • Memory module with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and other installed devices. • Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2133 MHz and faster memory modules on XMP ® mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133 MHz. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 1-11...

  • Page 20: Installing A Dimm

    1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-12...

  • Page 21: 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 B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 1-13...
  • Page 22 1.5.3 PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot This motherboard has one PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. IRQ assignments for this motherboard SATA Controller Shared – – – PCIE x16 Shared – – – Wi-Fi Controller (on selected models) Shared – – – LAN Controller Shared – – – HD Audio Controller Shared – – – XHCI Controller Shared –...

  • Page 23: Jumpers

    Jumpers 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. 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 B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 1-15...

  • Page 24: Connectors

    Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Optical S/PDIF out port. This port allows you to connect your PC to amplified speakers, headphones, or Sony/Phillips Digital Interconnect Format (S/PDIF) compliant 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 Speed Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection Orange...
  • Page 25 Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth V4.1. (on selected models) Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. IO Shield • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the antenna is at least 20 cm away from all persons. The illustration above is for reference only. The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 1-17...
  • Page 26 USB 2.0 ports. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 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 isn’t compatible with DVI-I. USB 3.0 Type C port. This Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type C port is for USB 3.0 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. USB 3.0 ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 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. Audio I/O ports. ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel 2-channel Light Blue Line In...

  • Page 27: Internal Connectors

    1.7.2 Internal connectors USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin 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 specifications and supports up to 480Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 1-19...
  • Page 28 • 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! • Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1 A (12 W) fan power. • W_PUMP function support depends on water cooling device. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes. To configure the CPU fan’s control mode, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Q-Fan Configuration > CPU Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Q-Fan Configuration > Chassis Fan 1 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS.
  • Page 29 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • 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 inadequate. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 1-21...
  • Page 30 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this 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 Audio]. By default, this connector is set to [HD Audio]. See section 2.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-22...
  • Page 31 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 5 Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • These connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows ® • The plugged USB 3.0 device will run on xHCI mode. • These USB 3.0 ports support native UASP transfer standard in Windows 8 / ® Windows 8.1 and Turbo Mode when using USB 3.0 Boost feature. ® TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 1-23...
  • Page 32 Intel B150 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-24...

  • Page 33: System Panel Connector

    Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • 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 B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 1-25...

  • Page 34: Onboard Led

    Onboard LED Standby Power LED (SB_PWR) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. Q LEDs (BOOT_DEVICE_LED, VGA_LED, DRAM_LED, CPU_LED) Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-26...
  • Page 35 SupremeFX LED The SupremeFX LED lights up in the following three ways to bring you an ultimate lighting effect. This LED also outlines the separation of the audio components from the rest of your motherboard. Lit mode Description Breathing mode The LED blinks intermittently. Still mode The LED becomes solid red. You can turn off the SupremeFX LED or change the lit modes from the BIOS or the LED Control app in Ai Suite 3. To change the setting in BIOS, go to My Favorites > Onboard Devices Configuration > SupremeFX LED Lighting item. See section 2.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 1-27...

  • Page 36: Software Support

    Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information. 1.9.2 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 37: Bios Setup

    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 38: 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 39: 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 40 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 41 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 B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑5...

  • Page 42: 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 43 Search on FAQs Saves the changes 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 B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑7...

  • Page 44: 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 45: Menu Bar

    This button above the menu bar allows you to key in notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES...

  • Page 46: 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 47: Qfan Control

    Click to activate to be configured Mode PWM Mode 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 B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2-11...
  • Page 48 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 49: My Favorites

    BIOS screen to open Setup Tree Map screen. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in MyFavorites screen. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑13...

  • Page 50: Main Menu

    Select an item from main menu panel, then click the submenu that you want to save as favorite from the submenu panel and click You cannot add the following items to My Favorite items: • User‑managed items such as language and boot order Click Exit (ESC) or press <esc>...

  • Page 51: Administrator Password

    To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but click OK when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑15...

  • Page 52: 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 53 GPU Boost [Keep Current Settings] Enable this item to accelerate the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. Configuration options: [Keep Current Settings] [Enabled] This item is only available when a supported CPU is installed. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑17...

  • Page 54: Dram Timing Control

    2.5.6 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this item to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the best energy saving condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.7...
  • Page 55 Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high GT loading for extra power support. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2-19...
  • Page 56 CPU Graphics Switching Frequency [Auto] This item affects the GT transient response speed and the component thermal production. Select [Manual] to configure a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Switching Frequency to [Manual].
  • Page 57 Max. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the maximum possible CPU cache ratio. Use the <+> or <‑> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 8 to 39 with a 1 interval. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2-21...
  • Page 58 2.5.15 Max. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the maximum possible CPU graphics ratio. Use the <+> or <‑> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1 to 60 with a 1 interval. 2.5.16 CPU Core/Cache Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores.

  • Page 59: Advanced Menu

    Vanderpool Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] This item allows the CPU to prefetch commands and data in the L2 cache, reduces the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑23...

  • Page 60: Cpu Power Management Configuration

    Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled] This item allows the mid level cache (L2) to prefetch adjacent cache lines, reducing the DRAM loading time and improves the system performance. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU’s power. Intel SpeedStep [Auto]...

  • Page 61: Platform Misc Configuration

    ASPM to take effect. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1] PEG - ASPM [Disabled] This item allows you to select the ASPM state for energy‑saving conditions, or use the ASUS optimized energy saving profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] 2.6.3...

  • Page 62: Memory Configuration

    iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] This item allows you to empower both integrated and discrete graphics devices for the multi‑monitor output. The CPU graphics shared system memory size is fixed at 64 MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] RC6 (Render Standby) [Enabled] Enable this item for render standby support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] DVMT Pre-Allocated [32M] Select DVMT 5.0 Pre‑Allocated (Fixed) Graphics Memory size used by the Internal...

  • Page 63: Usb Configuration

    Your system automatically detects the presence of USB devices at startup. If any USB devices are detected, the legacy USB support is enabled. XHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an XHCI hand‑off feature. [Disabled] Disables the XHCI Hand‑off support. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑27...

  • Page 64: Onboard Devices Configuration

    USB Single Port Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the USB Port Disable Override features. USB3_1~4, USB7~10, USB3_C5 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the USB ports individually. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Refer to section 1.2.3 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 2.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled]...

  • Page 65: Apm Configuration

    Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Power Key] Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2-29...

  • Page 66: Network Stack Configuration

    Power On By PCI-E/PCI [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Wake‑on‑LAN function of the onboard LAN controller or other installed PCIe LAN cards. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By RTC [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the RTC (Real‑Time Clock) to generate a wake event and configure the RTC alarm date.

  • Page 67: Monitor Menu

    2.7.4 Q-Fan Configuration The subitems in this menu allows you to configure the Q‑Fan features. Qfan Tuning Click this item to detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑31...
  • Page 68 CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Auto] Enables the CPU Q‑Fan control. [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q‑Fan control. [PWM Mode] Enable the CPU Q‑Fan control in PWM mode for 4‑pin CPU fan. [DC Mode] Enable the CPU Q‑Fan control in DC mode for 3‑pin CPU fan. CPU Fan Speed Lower Limit [200 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q‑Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
  • Page 69 Use the <+> or <‑> keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range from 60% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit, the chassis fan operates at the minimum duty cycle. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑33...
  • Page 70 Allow Fan Stop [Disabled] This item allows the fan to run at 0% duty cycle when the temperature of the source is dropped below the lower temperature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Water Pump Control [Disabled] [Disabled] Disable the Water Pump control feature. [DC Mode] Enable the Water Pump control in DC mode for 3‑pin chassis fan.

  • Page 71: Boot Menu

    The POST delay time is only recommended to be set during a normal system boot. The values range from 0 to 10 seconds. 2.8.3 Boot up NumLock State [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable power‑on state of the NumLock. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑35...

  • Page 72: Compatibility Support Module

    Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third‑party ROM messages will be displayed during POST. [Keep Current] Disables the ROM messages and displays only the ASUS logo during POST. 2.8.6 Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] This item allows you to trap Interrupt 19 by the option ROMs.

  • Page 73: Secure Boot

    Allows you to load the additional KEK from a storage device for an additional db and dbx loaded management. The KEK file must be formatted as a public key certificate or UEFI variable structure with time‑based authenticated variable. ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑37...

  • Page 74: 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 75: Tool Menu

    <Enter> to display the submenu. 2.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 3 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. 2.9.2 Secure Erase SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to data processing.

  • Page 76: Asus Overclocking Profile

    Locked. SSDs might be locked if the Secure Erase process is either incomplete or was stopped. This may be due to a third party software that uses a different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase.

  • Page 77: Exit Menu

    Graphics Card Information This item displays the information about the graphics card installed in your system. Only the information of select ASUS graphics cards will be shown. GPU Post This item displays the information and recommended configuration for the PCIe slots that the graphics card is installed in your system.

  • Page 78: Installing An Operating System

    Connect the USB ODD or USB storage device to your 100 series platform. Insert the ASUS support DVD into a SATA ODD on your 100 series platform. Power on your system and press F8 during POST (Power‑On Self Test) to enter the boot screen.
  • Page 79 The USB 3.0 driver will be loaded automatically during installation startup. The “Setup is starting...” screen will show up if the USB 3.0 driver is loaded correctly. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows 7 installation. ® ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑43...
  • Page 80 ® source using a third‑party ISO software. Copy both “Auto_Unattend.xml” and “Auto_Unattend” folder from the root directory of the ASUS supporting DVD to your system. Edit the ISO file and add both “Auto_Unattend.xml” and “Auto_Unattend” folder into the ISO file.
  • Page 81 1 x USB storage device (8 GB or more) Insert the Windows 7 installation DVD. ® Launch the ASUS EZ Installer located on the ASUS support DVD. Select a method of creating a modified Windows 7 installation file: ® •...
  • Page 82 7 installation disk then click Next. ‑ Select the source of the Windows ® ‑ Select the USB storage device and click next. Click the refresh icon if the USB storage device is not displayed. ‑ Click Yes to clear the contents on the USB storage device and create a bootable USB device.
  • Page 83 - Select Windows 7 OS disk to ISO file then click Next. ‑ Check I agree and then click Next. 7 installation disk then click Next. ‑ Select the source of the Windows ® ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES 2‑47...
  • Page 84 ‑ Select the folder to save the modified Windows 7 installation ISO file and click ® Next. ‑ Once completed, click OK to finish. ‑ Burn this ISO file onto an empty DVD to create a modified Windows ® installation DVD. Insert the modified Windows 7 installation DVD into an ODD or connect the USB ®...

  • Page 85: Appendices

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 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 B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES...

  • Page 86: 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 87: Rf Equipment Notices

    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 88 FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
  • Page 89 Italiano AsusTek Inc. con la presente dichiara che questo dispositivo Molimo vas, pogledajte CE Deklaraciju o usklađenosti za više detalja. è conforme ai requisiti essenziali e alle altre disposizioni pertinenti alle direttive CE. Per maggiori informazioni fate riferimento alla Slovensky Spoločnosť AsusTek Inc. týmto prehlasuje, že toto dichiarazione di conformità CE. zariadenie vyhovuje príslušným požiadavkám a ďalším súvisiacim ustanoveniam smerníc ES. Viac podrobností si pozrite v prehlásení Русский Компания ASUS заявляет, что это устройство соответствует o zhode ES. основным требованиям и другим соответствующим условиям европейских директив. Подробную информацию, пожалуйста, смотрите Slovenščina AsusTek Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s в декларации соответствия. temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimi določili direktiv CE. Za več informacij glejte Izjavo CE o skladnosti.

  • Page 90: Asus Contact Information

    800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923 Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv...
  • Page 91 ASUS B150I PRO GAMING/AURA SERIES...

  • Page 92: Declaration Of Conformity

    Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : B150I PRO GAMING/AURA B150I PRO GAMING/WIFI/AURA Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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