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  • Page 1 H87M-PRO...
  • 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 ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii H87M-PRO specifications summary ................. ix Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Product introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design ..........1-2 1.1.3...
  • Page 4 3.6.10 Network Stack ................3-36 Monitor menu ................... 3-37 Boot menu ....................3-40 Tools menu ....................3-46 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-46 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-46 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-47 3.10 Exit menu ....................3-48 3.11...
  • Page 5 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ....5-7 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ........5-8 ® 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation ..5-8 ® Appendices Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-4...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

  • Page 9: H87M-Pro Specifications Summary

    * 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). *** Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on ®...
  • Page 10 ASUS unique ASUS 5X Protection features - ASUS motherboards safeguard your PC with 5X Protection: DIGI+VRM, DRAM Fuse, ESD Guards, All 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors, and Stainless Steel Back I/O to ensure the best quality, reliability, and durability. ASUS Digital Power Design...
  • Page 11 - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink and MOS Heatsink Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for optimized speed control, providing an exclusive tailored fan speed setting for each fan.
  • Page 12 BIOS features 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    User manual Support DVD 3 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary.

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1150 CPU Intel LGA 1150 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 15: Product Introduction

    This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the optical S/PDIF (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) out connector at the back I/O. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. ASUS H87M-PRO...

  • Page 16: Digi+ Vrm Digital Power Design

    Accurate delivery reduces waste, and provides more stable CPU Vcore voltages. Users can adjust CPU PWM voltages and frequencies for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. This proprietary design increases overclocking headroom to push performance to its full potential.

  • Page 17: Asus Quiet Thermal Solution

    Protect your computer with ESD Guards. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) conditions can happen while plugging or unplugging any USB peripherals-causing damage to the computer. ASUS ESD Guards clamp the ESD voltage and shunt the majority of the ESD current away for a more reliable computing environment.

  • Page 18: Asus Ez Diy

    ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to enhance your DIY experience. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 19: Other Special Features

    The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

  • Page 20: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

  • Page 21: Motherboard Layout

    PCIEX1_1 9172 Super 128Mb Intel ® BIOS PCIEX1_2 CLRTC ASM1440 PCIEX16_2 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT USB910 USB1112 USB1314 PANEL AAFP Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS H87M-PRO...

  • Page 22: Layout Contents

    Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page 1. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM) 1-23 2. EATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-24 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3) 1-22 4. Intel LGA1150 CPU socket ® 5.

  • Page 23: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

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

  • Page 24: System Memory

    (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. H87M-PRO H87M-PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-10...

  • Page 25: Memory Configurations

    ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS H87M-PRO 1-11...

  • Page 26: Expansion Slots

    1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. H87M-PRO Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [Yellow] (at x16 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot...

  • Page 27: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    – – – – – shared – USB 2.0_1 – – – – – – – shared USB 2.0_2 – – – – shared – – – USB 3.0 – – – – – shared – – ASUS H87M-PRO 1-13...

  • Page 28: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED remains lit. Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
  • Page 29 GPU Boost switch This switch allows you to turn on or off the GPU Boost function. GPU Boost H87M-PRO H87M-PRO GPU Boost switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to [Enable] when the system is powered off. •...

  • Page 30: Jumpers

    Normal Clear RTC (Default) H87M-PRO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5–10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

  • Page 31: Onboard Leds

    The GPU Boost LED lights up when the GPU Boost switch is turned on. GPU_LED H87M-PRO H87M-PRO GPU Boost LED 3. DRAM LED The DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during the motherboard boot process. If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will remain lit until the problem is solved.

  • Page 32: Internal Connectors

    SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 H87M-PRO H87M-PRO Intel SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors ® These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial • ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].
  • Page 33 USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. USB3_12 H87M-PRO H87M-PRO USB3.0 Front panel connector • 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...
  • Page 34 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, dark brown) first, and install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 35 H87M-PRO HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition H87M-PRO 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];...
  • Page 36 CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, or CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. • The CPU fan connector has a special latch that detects the installed CPU fan type and automatically changes the fan control mode (DC mode and PWM mode) for the most precise fan control function.
  • Page 37 The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. PIN 1 H87M-PRO H87M-PRO Serial port (COM) connector The serial port bracket (COM) is purchased separately. ASUS H87M-PRO 1-23...
  • Page 38 If you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-24...

  • Page 39: System Panel Connector (20-8 Pin Panel)

    PIN 1 H87M-PRO HDD_LED PWR_SW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply H87M-PRO System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 40 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-26...

  • Page 41: Basic Installation

    Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. ASUS H87M-PRO...
  • Page 42 Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 43 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. H87M-PRO DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS H87M-PRO...

  • Page 44: Cpu Installation

    2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 socket on the LGA1150 socket. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 45: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS H87M-PRO...
  • Page 46 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 47: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS H87M-PRO...

  • Page 48: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 49: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection ASUS H87M-PRO...

  • Page 50: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install the ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 51: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards ASUS H87M-PRO 2-11...

  • Page 52: Bios Update Utility

    • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 53: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    4. Intel USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost. 5. LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. Audio I/O ports** 7. Intel USB 3.0 ports support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback. 8. External SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports 9.

  • Page 54: Audio I/O Connections

    • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. ® • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system’s setting.
  • Page 55 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS H87M-PRO 2-15...
  • Page 56 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-16...

  • Page 57: Starting Up For The First Time

    While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS H87M-PRO 2-17...
  • Page 58 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-18...

  • Page 59: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 60: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: •...

  • Page 61: Ez Mode

    Selects the boot device priority • 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 H87M-PRO...

  • Page 62: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 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 Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. Back button Menu bar General help...

  • Page 63: Menu Items

    <Enter> to display a list of options. 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 H87M-PRO...

  • Page 64: 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 65: Main Menu

    RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.2.6 Jumpers 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 H87M-PRO...

  • Page 66: Administrator Password

    Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 67: Ai Tweaker Menu

    The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-defined memory frequency mode.
  • Page 68 When the CPU Core Ratio is set to [Per Core], the following items appear. 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit. Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit.

  • Page 69: Dram Timing Control

    Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [65535] DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [16] DRAM READ to PRE Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [255] ASUS H87M-PRO 3-11...
  • Page 70 DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CAS# Write to Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] RTL IOL control DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63]...
  • Page 71 Channel B DIMM Control [Enable Bot...] Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Scrambler Setting [Optimized ...] Allows you to set the optimized setting for stability. Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS] [Default (MRC)] ASUS H87M-PRO 3-13...
  • Page 72 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions.
  • Page 73 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Disable this item to prevent tripping the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when doing over-voltage. We recommend you to disable this item when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS H87M-PRO 3-15...
  • Page 74 CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you to improve power saving when the processor is in low power state. Disable to make the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator work in high performance at all times. Configuration options: [Auto] [High Performance] [Balanced] Power Decay Mode [Auto] Allows your system to improve the power saving mode on the Fully...
  • Page 75 The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Graphics Voltage override. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value, The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. ASUS H87M-PRO 3-17...
  • Page 76 The following items appear only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode]. Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] To offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU Graphics Voltage Offset Use the <+>...
  • Page 77 The following item appears only when you set SVID Support to [Enabled]. • SVID Voltage Override [Auto] Allows you to set the SVID Voltage override. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 2.440V with a 0.001V interval. ASUS H87M-PRO 3-19...
  • Page 78 DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.185V to 1.800V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend that you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V.

  • Page 79: Advanced Menu

    The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ASUS H87M-PRO 3-21...

  • Page 80: Cpu Configuration

    3.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down.
  • Page 81 [Enabled] The system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to set the processor cores to run faster than the base frequency when operating below power, current and temperature specification limit. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS H87M-PRO 3-23...
  • Page 82 CPU C States Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C states. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the CPU C States to [Enabled]. Enhanced C1 state [Enabled] Allows your processor to reduce power when the system is in idle mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system.

  • Page 83: Pch Configuration

    Allows you to set the wake-up time. The values range from 0 (Immediately) to 120 minutes. Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled] The system automatically goes into sleep mode when the partition size is not enough for the Intel Rapid Start Technology to work. Configuration options: [Enabled] ® [Disabled] ASUS H87M-PRO 3-25...

  • Page 84: Sata Configuration

    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. Hybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the hybrid hard disk support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel Smart Connect Technology ISCT Support [Disabled]...
  • Page 85 POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 ~ SATA6G_6 [Yellow]) This item appears only when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [AHCI] or [RAID], and allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS H87M-PRO 3-27...

  • Page 86: System Agent Configuration

    3.6.4 System Agent Configuration VT-d [Disabled] Allows you to enable virtualization technology function on memory control hub. [Enabled] Enables the function. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU Audio Device [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio devices. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] DVI Port Audio [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the DVI port.

  • Page 87: Dmi Configuration

    Allows you to configure the memory configuration parameters. Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Memory Scrambler support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Memory Remap [Enabled] Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS H87M-PRO 3-29...

  • Page 88: Amt Configuration

    3.6.5 AMT Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the Active Management parameters.. Intel AMT [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Intel Active Management Technology BIOS Extension. ® iAMT H/W is always enabled. This option just controls the BIOS extension execution. If enabled, this requires additional firmware in the SPI device.

  • Page 89: Usb Configuration

    Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. [Disabled] Disables the EHCI Hand-off support. USB Single Port Control Allows you to enable or disable the individual USB port. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. ASUS H87M-PRO 3-31...

  • Page 90: Platform Misc Configuration

    3.6.7 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform-related features. PCI Express Native Power Management [Disabled] Allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Express and perform ASPM operations in the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to [Enabled].

  • Page 91: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to an SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to an HDMI audio output. ASUS H87M-PRO 3-33...
  • Page 92 PCI Express X16_2 slot (Dark brown) Bandwidth [X2 mode] [X2 mode] PCIex16_2 slot runs at x2 mode with all slots enabled. [X4 mode] PCIex16_2 slot runs at x4 mode for high performance support. PCIex1_1 and PCIex1_2 will be disabled. Marvel Storage Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Marvel Storage controller.

  • Page 93: Apm

    Enables Ring to generate a wake event. Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/ [Enabled] Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ASUS H87M-PRO 3-35...

  • Page 94: Network Stack

    3.6.10 Network Stack Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-36...

  • Page 95: Monitor Menu

    N/A. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Input Voltage (VCCIN), 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select [Ignore] if you do not want to detect this item. ASUS H87M-PRO 3-37...
  • Page 96 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Q-Fan Control item to [Enabled]. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] Allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
  • Page 97 The values range from 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS H87M-PRO 3-39...

  • Page 98: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed.
  • Page 99 Display the boot logo during POST. [Disabled] Hide the logo during POST. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Boot Logo Size Control [Auto] This item appears only when you set the Boot Logo Display item to [Enabled].
  • Page 100 Bootup NumLock State [On] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [On] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. [Off] Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1> key to be pressed when error occurs. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed during the boot sequence.

  • Page 101: Secure Boot

    Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. [Yes] Load the default PK. [Enabled] Load from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS H87M-PRO 3-43...
  • Page 102 KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). ® Delete the KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Once the KEK is deleted, the db and dbx cannot be updated under operating system.

  • Page 103: Boot Option Priorities

    Press <F5> when ASUS Logo appears. • Press <F8> after POST. • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. 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 104: Tools Menu

    <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.9.1 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, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 3.9.2 ASUS O.C.

  • Page 105: Asus Spd Information

    DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. ASUS H87M-PRO 3-47...

  • Page 106: 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 107: Updating Bios

    DVD and a USB flash disk drive. 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 or BIOS Updater utilities.

  • Page 108: Asus Ez Flash 2

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

  • Page 109: Asus Crashfree Bios

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

  • Page 110: Asus Bios Updater

    3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
  • Page 111 Press <Tab> to switch between screen fields and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS file and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update. Are you sure to update BIOS? ASUS H87M-PRO 3-53...
  • Page 112 Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your computer. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.30 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS.

  • Page 113: Software Support

    Support DVD information The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

  • Page 114: Obtaining The Software Manuals

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

  • Page 115: Software Information

    4.3.1 AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing Ai Suite 3 To install AI Suite 3 on your computer: Place the support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 116: Digi+ Vrm

    The screenshots of AI Suite 3 in this user manual are for reference only. The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4.3.2...
  • Page 117 CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of every phase component. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS H87M-PRO...

  • Page 118: Epu

    4.3.3 EPU is an enery-saving utility that allows you to adjust the CPU, GPU, and Fan Control settings to their power-saving conditions. To launch EPU, click EPU on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Click to configure Click to configure the settings in Click to configure the Click to configure...

  • Page 119: Turbov Evo

    4.3.4 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency, CPU Cache and Core frequencies, and related voltages for an enhanced system stability and boost performance. It also provides the Auto Tuning function that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up.

  • Page 120: Auto Tuning

    Voltage Drag to adjust CPU Click Core Voltage offset adjust DRAM, CPU Analog Drag to adjust CPU I/O, PCH, Cache Voltage offset and PCHVLX voltages Click to save the changes into a profile Click to undo all the changes Click to load the saved Click to apply all the profile...

  • Page 121: Fan Xpert 2

    Click to undo Click and drag the sliders to the changes adjust the fan’s responsiveness Click to go back to Click to switch between Click to apply the the previous screen the CPU and chassis changes fan screens ASUS H87M-PRO...
  • Page 122 RPM Mode RPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75 Click and drag to adjust the fan’s speed Click to go back Click to switch between the to the previous CPU and chassis fan screens screen •...

  • Page 123: Usb 3.0 Boost

    Click to select a USB device device for a faster data transfer rate • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. • Use the USB 3.0 devices for high performance. The data transfer speed varies with USB devices.

  • Page 124: Network Icontrol

    4.3.7 Network iControl Network iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage your network bandwidth and set the bandwidth priority for your running programs. To launch Network iControl, click Network iControl on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. •...

  • Page 125: Usb Bios Flashback

    Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click from the Save to: field, select the USB flash drive, then click Download. After the download is complete, click OK. ASUS H87M-PRO 4-13...

  • Page 126: Ez Update

    4.3.9 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. With this utlity, you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.

  • Page 127: Usb Charger

    Click to select the type of USB device that you wish to charge when the system is off Ensure to connect your USB device into the USB port that supports this utility. Refer to your user manual for more details. ASUS H87M-PRO 4-15...

  • Page 128: System Information

    4.3.11 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. To launch System Information, click System Information on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Viewing the motherboard information From the System Information screen, click MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. Viewing the CPU information From the System Information screen, click CPU tab to view the processor’s information.

  • Page 129: Audio Configurations

    If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the ® Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar. Double-click on ® the icon to display the Realtek HD Audio Manager. ® Realtek HD Audio Manager ® ASUS H87M-PRO 4-17...
  • Page 130 Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows 7/ Windows ® ® ® Configuration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Advanced settings Set default device button Control settings panel Analog and digital connector status Chapter 4: Software support 4-18...

  • Page 131: Intel ® Sba Support

    • Some models without the 5MB ME firmware do not support Intel SBA. Please refer to ® the specification sheet for details. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ASUS H87M-PRO 4-19...
  • Page 132 Chapter 4: Software support 4-20...

  • Page 133: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS H87M-PRO...

  • Page 134: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 135: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. ASUS H87M-PRO...
  • Page 136 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0...
  • Page 137 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS H87M-PRO...
  • Page 138 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name...

  • Page 139: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Save changes and exit BIOS. When the Make Disk menu appears, press <1> to create a RAID driver disk. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. ASUS H87M-PRO...

  • Page 140: Creating A Raid Driver Disk In Windows

    5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® Start Windows ® Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. Go to Intel AHCI/RAID Driver menu then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver path to open the RAID driver folder.

  • Page 141: Appendices

    The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS H87M-PRO...

  • Page 142: 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 143: 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 144: Asus Contact Information

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