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  • Page 1 H87-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 H87-PRO specifications summary ................ix Package contents ...................... xii Installation tools and components ................. xiii Chapter 1: 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 3.6.9 Network Stack ................3-35 Monitor menu ................... 3-36 Boot menu ....................3-39 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: H87-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 or this user manual 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 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. ASUS EZ DIY...

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    ATX Form Factor, 12”x 8.6” (30.5cm x 21.8cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. H87-PRO ASUS H87-PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield •...

  • Page 13: 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: Chapter 1: 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 H87-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

    With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shield it against EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). 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 Layout

    GPU_LED CPU_FAN _USB78 DIGI +VRM SPDIFO _HDMI EATX12V 1442 MemOK! DRAM_LED USB3_56 LAN_USB3_34 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 BATTERY PCIEX1_1 CHA_FAN3 PCIEX16_1 8111G H87-PRO PCIEX1_2 Intel ® 1083 PCI1 PCIEX16_2 Super PCI2 64Mb BIOS ALC887 SB_PWR -VD2 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 PCI3 CLRTC SPDIF_OUT USB910...

  • Page 21: Layout Contents

    12. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-23 13. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 1-19 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-19 15. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-20 16. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 1-15 ASUS H87-PRO...

  • Page 22: 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 23: System Memory

    The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (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. H87-PRO H87-PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2...

  • Page 24: 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. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-10...

  • Page 25: Expansion Slots

    PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot [Yellow] (at x16 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCI1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [Dark brown] (at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) PCI2 slot PCI3 slot ASUS H87-PRO 1-11...

  • Page 26: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    PCI Express operating mode VGA Configuration PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 Single VGA/PCIe card (Recommended for single VGA) Dual VGA/PCIe card • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (yellow) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. •...

  • Page 27: 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 28 GPU Boost switch This switch allows you to turn on or off the GPU Boost function. GPU Boost H87-PRO H87-PRO GPU Boost switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to [Enable] when the system is powered off. •...

  • Page 29: Jumpers

    Normal Clear RTC (Default) H87-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 30: Onboard Leds

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR H87-PRO Standby Power Powered Off H87-PRO Onboard LED GPU Boost LED The GPU Boost LED lights up when the GPU Boost switch is turned on. GPU_LED H87-PRO H87-PRO GPU Boost LED Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-16...

  • Page 31: Internal Connectors

    Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ® chipset. H87-PRO H87-PRO SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors ASUS H87-PRO 1-17...
  • Page 32 USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. USB3_12 H87-PRO H87-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 33 This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). 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. H87-PRO SPDIF_OUT H87-PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS H87-PRO 1-19...
  • Page 34 PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition H87-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 35 If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled 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. ASUS H87-PRO 1-21...
  • Page 36 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 1-22...

  • Page 37: System Panel Connector (20-8 Pin Panel)

    H87-PRO HDD_LED PWR_SW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply H87-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 38: Chapter 2: 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 H87-PRO...
  • Page 39 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 40 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. H87-PRO DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS H87-PRO...

  • Page 41: Cpu Installation

    2.1.2 CPU installation Your motherboard's LGA1150 socket may come with the PnP cap on the load plate or with the PnP cap under the load plate. Refer to the following sections on how to install your CPU based on the placement of PnP cap on your CPU socket's load plate. Intel LGA1150 socket (PnP cap on the load plate) ®...

  • Page 42: 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 H87-PRO...
  • Page 43 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 44: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS H87-PRO...

  • Page 45: Atx Power Connection

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

  • Page 46: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection ASUS H87-PRO...

  • Page 47: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install the System Panel 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 48: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards ASUS H87-PRO 2-11...

  • Page 49: To Use Usb Bios Flashback

    • 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 50: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    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 part supports USB ® BIOS Flashback. 8. DVI-D port 9. HDMI port 10.
  • Page 51 • 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 52: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS H87-PRO 2-15...
  • Page 53 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-16...

  • Page 54: 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 H87-PRO 2-17...
  • Page 55 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-18...

  • Page 56: Chapter 3: 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 57: 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 58: 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 H87-PRO...

  • Page 59: 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 60: Menu Items

    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 H87-PRO...

  • Page 61: 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 62: Main Menu

    RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.2.7 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 H87-PRO...

  • Page 63: 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 .

  • Page 64: 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 65 Max CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to its possible maximum value. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] When the CPU Core Ratio is set to [Per Core], the following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit.

  • Page 66: 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 H87-PRO 3-11...
  • Page 67 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 68 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 H87-PRO 3-13...
  • Page 69 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 70 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 H87-PRO 3-15...
  • Page 71 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 72 CPU Core Voltage Offset Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Adaptive Mode]. ASUS H87-PRO 3-17...
  • Page 73 Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to add voltage for Turbo Mode CPU core. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] Allows you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the onboard graphics unit on the processor.
  • Page 74 PCIe controller and power control unit. Increase the amount of voltage when increasing DRAM frequency. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. ASUS H87-PRO 3-19...
  • Page 75 CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] To offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset [Auto] Allows you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the analog portion of the I/O on the processor.
  • Page 76 Allows you to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.0050x interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. ASUS H87-PRO 3-21...

  • Page 77: 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. Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-22...

  • Page 78: Cpu Configuration

    The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors to the operating system, allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processes simultaneously. [Enabled] Two threads per activated core are enabled. [Disabled] Only one thread per activated core is enabled. ASUS H87-PRO 3-23...
  • Page 79 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.

  • Page 80: Cpu Power Management Configuration

    Allows you to set the duration of C7 latency for C7 state. Configuration options: [Short] [Long] Package C State Support [Auto] Allows you to set the a C-state according to the following configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [CPU C7] [CPU C7s] ASUS H87-PRO 3-25...

  • Page 81: Pch Configuration

    3.6.2 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration Allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to control the ASPM (Active State Power Management) on both Northbridge side and Southbridge side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] ASPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to set the ASPM level.

  • Page 82: Sata Configuration

    While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Empty if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. ASUS H87-PRO 3-27...

  • Page 83: System Agent Configuration

    SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface).

  • Page 84: Graphics Configuration

    The iGPU shared system memory size will be fixed at 64MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DMI Configuration Allows you to control various DMI (Desktop Management Interface) functions. DMI Gen 2 [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen 2. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS H87-PRO 3-29...

  • Page 85: Usb Configuration

    NB PCIe Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings. PCIEx16_1 Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to configure the PCIEx16 speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] DMI Link ASPM Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the control of Active State Power Management on SA side of the DMI Link.
  • Page 86 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 H87-PRO 3-31...

  • Page 87: Platform Misc Configuration

    3.6.6 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 88: Serial Port Configuration

    Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] Allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] ASUS H87-PRO 3-33...

  • Page 89: Apm

    3.6.8 Deep S4 [Disabled] When enabled, the system in S4 state will further reduce power usage and will power off the USB and PS/2 devices. The system in deep S4 state can be woken up via the power button, devices in LAN, or other ways except via the USB and PS/2 devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On]...

  • Page 90: Network Stack

    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] ASUS H87-PRO 3-35...

  • Page 91: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperature. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected temperature.
  • Page 92 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Chassis1/2/3 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. ASUS H87-PRO 3-37...
  • Page 93 The following items appear only when you set the Chassis1/2/3 Q-Fan Control items to [Enabled]. Chassis1/2/3 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] Allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis1/2/3 Fan Profile [Standard] Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan.

  • Page 94: Boot Menu

    POST time. [Full Initialization] All USB devices will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. [Partial Initialization] For a faster POST time, only USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected. ASUS H87-PRO 3-39...
  • Page 95 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 96 Allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. [Disabled] Disables this function. Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] Allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] Allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. ASUS H87-PRO 3-41...
  • Page 97 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Launch CSM [Enabled] [Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add- on devices.

  • Page 98: 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 H87-PRO 3-43...
  • Page 99 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 100: Boot Option Priorities

    Press when ASUS Logo appears. • Press after POST. • To select the boot device during system startup, press 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 101: Tools Menu

    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 102: Asus Spd Information

    We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Load/Save CMOS Profile From/to USB drive ASUS O.C. Profile allows you to load or save the BIOS settings from a USB drive. 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information.

  • Page 103: Exit Menu

    This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press , 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 104: 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 105: Asus Ez Flash 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 106: Recovering The 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 107: Asus Bios Updater

    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 108 Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to select the BIOS file and press . BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update. Are you sure to update BIOS? ASUS H87-PRO 3-53...
  • Page 109 Select Yes and press . When BIOS update is done, press 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 110: Chapter 4: 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 111: 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 112: 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 113: 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 114 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 H87-PRO...

  • Page 115: 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 116: 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 117: 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 118: 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 H87-PRO...
  • Page 119 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 120: 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 121: 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 122: 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 H87-PRO 4-13...

  • Page 123: 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 124: 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 H87-PRO 4-15...

  • Page 125: 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 126: 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 H87-PRO 4-17...
  • Page 127 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 128: Chapter 5: 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 H87-PRO...

  • Page 129: 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 130: 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 H87-PRO...
  • Page 131 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . 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 132 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS H87-PRO...
  • Page 133 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 . The following screen appears: [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name...

  • Page 134: 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 . Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. ASUS H87-PRO...

  • Page 135: 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 136: 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 H87-PRO...

  • Page 137: 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 138 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 139: 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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