Asus B85-PRO User Manual

Asus B85-PRO User Manual

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  • Page 1 B85-PRO B85-PLUS...
  • 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

    My Favorites ................2-10 Main menu .................. 2-11 Ai Tweaker menu ................ 2-13 Advanced menu ................. 2-26 Monitor menu ................2-35 Boot menu .................. 2-38 Tools menu ................. 2-44 2.10 Exit menu ..................2-45 Appendices Notices .......................A-1 ASUS contact information ...............A-3...
  • 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

    3GB. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows 32-bit operating system. ® *** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Graphics Integrated graphics processor - Intel HD Graphics support ®...
  • Page 7 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at midboard, 4 ports at back panel) ASUS 5X Protection ASUS unique features - ASUS motherboards safeguard your PC with 5X Protection: DIGI+VRM, DRAM Fuse, ESD Guards, High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors, and Stainless Steel Back I/O to ensure the best quality, reliability, and durability ASUS Dig+VRM...
  • Page 8 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: features - ASUS Fanless Design: stylish heatsink and MOS Heatsink* solution - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for optimized speed control, providing an excellent tailored fan speed setting for each fan ASUS EZ DIY:...
  • Page 9: 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 B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...
  • Page 10: Motherboard Layout

    Place this side towards the rear of the chassis B85-PLUS 1.2.3 Motherboard layout B85-PRO 20.8cm(8.2in) KBMS CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM HDMI EATX12V CHA_FAN2 USB910 USB3_56 LAN_USB34 BATTERY AUDIO CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 B85-PRO 8111G PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 Intel ® Super PCI1 SB_PWR PCIEX16_2 1083...
  • Page 11: Layout Contents

    B85 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA_1~2 [dark brown]) 1-17 ® 11. System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL) 1-18 12. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB11~14) 1-15 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-14 14. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-15 ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...
  • Page 12: 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 13: 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 B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...
  • Page 14 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 15: System Memory

    Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows ® Install a 64-bit Windows OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the ® motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...
  • Page 16: Installing A Dimm

    For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.
  • Page 17: Expansion Slots

    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 B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...
  • Page 18: Jumpers

    1.5.3 PCI slots The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.3 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
  • Page 19: Connectors

    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. Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 1-11...
  • Page 20 PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
  • Page 21 (Pixel Clock = H total x V Total x Frame Rate (Screen refresh rate)): DVI port: 165 MHz HDMI port: 300 MHz (available on B85-PRO only) VGA port: 180 MHz USB 2.0 ports 9 and 10. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices.
  • Page 22: Internal Connectors

    • 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. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
  • Page 23 480Mbps connection speed. USB1112 USB1314 B85-PLUS PIN 1 PIN 1 B85-PLUS USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 1-15...
  • Page 24 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0.
  • Page 25 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. B85-PLUS SATA_6 SATA_5 B85-PLUS Intel SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors ® When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 1-17...
  • Page 26: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL PWR_LED SPEAKER PIN 1 B85-PLUS PWR_SW RESET HDD_LED * Requires an ATX power supply B85-PLUS 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.
  • Page 27: Onboard Leds

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR B85-PLUS Standby Power Powered Off B85-PLUS Onboard LED ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 1-19...
  • Page 28: Software Support

    Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which lists the unique features of your ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, Contact and Specials tabs to display their respective menus.
  • Page 29 • Local Administrator rights on the target machine The Intel SBA does not support the 800 x 600 screen resolution. ® Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 1-21...
  • Page 30 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 31: 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 32: Asus Ez Flash

    2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port.
  • Page 33: 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 34 Insert the DOS-bootable USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to your computer’s USB port. Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Select the USB flash drive as the boot device. The DOS screen appears.
  • Page 35 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.10 Exit menu for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...
  • Page 36: 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 37: Advanced Mode

    BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press F7. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...
  • Page 38: Menu Bar

    Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Last modified Navigation keys settings Pop-up window Submenu item Scroll bar Quick note Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration Main For changing the basic system configuration...
  • Page 39: Scroll Bar

    The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use the English letters to type your notes. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...
  • Page 40: 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 41: Main Menu

    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>. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-11...
  • Page 42: User Password

    From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>.
  • Page 43: Ai Tweaker Menu

    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. Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-13...
  • Page 44 Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, select this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. 2.5.2 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-defined memory frequency mode.
  • Page 45 CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] (B85- PLUS) BCLK Frequency : DRAM frequency ratio mode [Auto] (B85-PRO) Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode. [Auto] DRAM speed is set to the optimized settings. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-15...
  • Page 46: Dram Timing Control

    Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. 2.5.8 CPU Graphics Max. Ratio [Auto] (B85-PLUS) Max. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] (B85-PRO) [Auto] The CPU Graphics Max. ratio is set to its optimized setting depending on the system loading.
  • Page 47 Configuration options: [Auto] [Delay 1 Clock] - [Delay 15 Clock] Third Timings tRDRD [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock] tRDRD_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-17...
  • Page 48 Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Channel B DIMM Control [Enable Bot...] Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Scrambler Setting [Optimized ...] Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] 2-18 Chapter 2: Getting started...
  • Page 49 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 CPU loading for extra power support. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-19...
  • Page 50: Cpu Power Management

    2.5.13 CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] ® Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). ® [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and...
  • Page 51 2.5.14 Extreme OV [Disabled] (B85-PLUS) Extreme Over-voltage [Disabled] (B85-PRO) By default, this item is set to [Disabled] and helps provide over voltage protection for the CPU. When you set this item to [Enabled], you can select voltage settings for overclocking, but this will not guarantee the CPU’s lifespan.
  • Page 52 [Adaptive Mode] is available for some specific CPU types. CPU Core Voltage Override [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set the CPU core voltage override. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval.
  • Page 53 CPU graphics voltage. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. 2.5.18 CPU System Agent Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the CPU system agent voltage offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-]. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-23...
  • Page 54 DRAM frequency. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. 2.5.21 SVID Support [Auto] (B85-PLUS) SVID Control [Auto] (B85-PRO) Disabling SVID Support stops the processor from commmunicating with the external voltage regulator. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled].
  • Page 55 2.5.25 PCH Voltage [Auto] (B85-PLUS) PCH Core Voltage [Auto] (B85-PRO) Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.735V to 1.500V with a 0.005V interval.
  • Page 56: Advanced Menu

    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. 2.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.
  • Page 57 Allows you to set the processor cores to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode is available on selected CPU models only. CPU C states [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Enabled] Enables the CPU C states. [Disabled] Disables the CPU C states. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-27...
  • Page 58: Pch Configuration

    The following items appear only when you set the CPU C states to [Enabled]. Enhanced C1 state [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables enhanced C1 state. [Disabled] Disables enhanced C1 state. CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C6 report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS.
  • Page 59: Sata Configuration

    PCH entering link power state aggressively. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] IDE Legacy / Native Mode Selection [Native] This item appears only when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [IDE]. Configuration options: [Native] [Legacy] ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-29...
  • Page 60: System Agent Configuration

    Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.4 System Agent Configuration CPU Audio Device [Disabled] (B85-PLUS) CPU Audio Device [Enabled] (B85-PRO) Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio Device. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] DVI Port Audio [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the DVI port.
  • Page 61: Memory Configuration

    [Enabled] to use a password. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.6.6 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-31...
  • Page 62: Platform Misc Configuration

    Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled.
  • Page 63: Serial Port Configuration

    Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Space Bar] Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Ctrl-Esc] Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-33...
  • Page 64 When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/ Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. 2.6.10 Network Stack (B85-PLUS) Network Stack Configuration (B85-PRO) Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following two items appear only when you set the previous item to [Enabled].
  • Page 65: Monitor Menu

    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 B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-35...
  • Page 66 2.7.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low 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 67 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.7.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-37...
  • Page 68: Boot Menu

    [Disabled] Select to go back to normal boot. The following items appear when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled]. SATA Support [All Devices] (available only on B85-PRO) [All Devices] All devices connected to SATA ports will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time.
  • Page 69 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 Boot Logo Display to [Enabled] and allows you to adjust the boot logo size.
  • Page 70 Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Disabled]. This item allows you to select a desired post report waiting time. Configuration options: [1] ~ [10] [Until Press ESC].. 2.8.3 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On].
  • Page 71: Secure Boot

    The system verifies the PK before your system enters the OS. Delete PK Allows you to delete the PK from your system. Once the PK is deleted, all the system’s Secure Boot keys will not be active. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-41...
  • Page 72 Load PK from File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx).
  • Page 73: Boot Option Priorities

    • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: •...
  • Page 74: Tools Menu

    <Enter> to display the submenu. 2.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.9.2 ASUS O.C.
  • Page 75: Exit Menu

    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 the available devices that have a filesystem. ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS 2-45...
  • Page 76: 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 B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...
  • Page 77: 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 78: 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...
  • Page 79 Appendices...
  • Page 80 ASUS B85-PRO / B85-PLUS...

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