Asus H87M-PLUS Specifications Page 1

MotherboardH87M-PLUS

xUSBIntel® H87 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support- 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at r

3-50Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 32. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below.3. Press <Tab> to switch between screen elds and use the <Up

ASUS H87M-PLUS4-1Chapter 4Software support4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETU

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructi

ASUS H87M-PLUS4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through t

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Click to launch AI Suite 3 menu barMain screenAI Suite 3 main menu bar• The screenshots of AI Suite 3 in this

ASUS H87M-PLUS4-5Chapter 44.3.2 DIGI+ VRMASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stabilit

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.3 EPUEPU is an enery-saving utility that allows you to adjust the CPU, GPU, and Fan Control settings to th

ASUS H87M-PLUS4-7Chapter 44.3.4 TurboV EVOASUS TurboV EVO allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency, CPU Cache and Core frequencies, and relate

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4VoltageDrag to adjust CPU Core Voltage offsetDrag to adjust CPU Cache Voltage offsetClick to undo all the c

ASUS H87M-PLUS4-9Chapter 44.3.5 Fan Xpert 2Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks the fan speeds, and provides you with optimized fan settings

xiInternal I/O connectors1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4RPM ModeRPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75oC.• When the CPU temper

ASUS H87M-PLUS4-11Chapter 44.3.6 USB 3.0 BoostUSB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) that automatically speeds up the tr

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.7 Network iControlNetwork iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage y

ASUS H87M-PLUS4-13Chapter 44.3.8 EZ UpdateEZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, drivers and th

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Viewing the CPU informationFrom the System Information screen, click CPU tab to view the processor’s informati

ASUS H87M-PLUS4-15Chapter 44.3.10 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio exper

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4

ASUS H87M-PLUS5-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID congurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions:• Intel® Rapid Storage Techn

5-2Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal perf

ASUS H87M-PLUS5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility:1.

xii• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.• The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual product specic

5-4Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and pres

ASUS H87M-PLUS5-5Chapter 55. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected

5-6Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Deleting a RAID setBe cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS H87M-PLUS5-7Chapter 5Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo exit the utility:1. From the utility main menu, select 5.

5-8Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®:1. Start Windows®.2.

ASUS H87M-PLUSA-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation i

A-2AppendicesAppendicesCanadian Department of Communications StatementThis digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissi

ASUS H87M-PLUSA-3AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-289

A-4AppendicesAppendicesEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PE

xiiiInstallation tools and components1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriverPC chassis Power supply unitIntel® LGA1150 CPU Intel® LGA1150 compatib

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ASUS H87M-PLUS1-1Chapter 1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsLGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7, Intel®

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ SupportThis motherboard features the most powerful Intel® H87 platform that optimizes

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-3Chapter 1MemOK!MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to patch memory issues, ensure memory b

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey• F3 Shortcut for most accessed information• ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence De

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-5Chapter 1Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and intern

iiE8189First EditionApril 2013Copyright© 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software de

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FA

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-7Chapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generatio

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Recommended memory congurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-9Chapter 1Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.• You ma

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so ma

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-11Chapter 1• 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 perf

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.6 JumpersClear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-13Chapter 11.2.7 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.8 Onboard LEDs2. DRAM LEDDRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-15Chapter 11.2.9 Internal connectors1. Intel® H87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6)These connectors connect to Seria

iiiContentsSafety information ... viAbout this guid

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 13. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12)This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for addition

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-17Chapter 16. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF)

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 17. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2)Connect the fan cables to the fan conn

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-19Chapter 1• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specicatio

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis p

ASUS H87M-PLUS2-1Chapter 2Basic installation22.1 Building your PC system2.1.1 Motherboard installationThe diagrams in this section are for reference

2-2Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 23. Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.DO NOT over

ASUS H87M-PLUS2-3Chapter 22.1.2 CPU installationEnsure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU design

2-4Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and

ASUS H87M-PLUS2-5Chapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly

iv2.4 Turning off the computer ...2-15Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.1 Knowing BIOS

2-6Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2To remove a DIMM2.1.4 DIMM installation

ASUS H87M-PLUS2-7Chapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connectionOR

2-8Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.6 SATA device connectionOROR

ASUS H87M-PLUS2-9Chapter 22.1.7 Front I/O ConnectorTo install the system panel connectorUSB 2.0AAFPTo install USB 2.0 connector To install front pane

2-10Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 22.1.8 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCI cards

ASUS H87M-PLUS2-11Chapter 22.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.2.1 Rear I/O connection* and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for L

2-12Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2* LAN ports LED indicationsActivity Link LED Speed LEDStatus Description Status DescriptionOFF No link OFF 1

ASUS H87M-PLUS2-13Chapter 2Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel Speakers2.2.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O

2-14Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel Speakers

ASUS H87M-PLUS2-15Chapter 22.3 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all

v4.3.5 Fan Xpert 2 ... 4-94.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost...

2-16Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-1Chapter 3BIOS setup33.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, of

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navi

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an over

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settin

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-5Chapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows t

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 My FavoritesMyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favoriteBIOS items.Addi

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-7Chapter 33.4 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provide

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passwo

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-9Chapter 33.5 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changing the

viSafety informationElectrical safetyTo prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the s

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled][Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/Us

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-11Chapter 3Memory Frequency [Auto]Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. The conguration options vary with the BCLK/PEG Fr

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM REF Cycle Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [511]DRAM Refresh Interval [Auto]Conguration options:

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-13Chapter 3DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D1 [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [15]DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D0 [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1]

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3MISCMRC Fast Boot [Auto]Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. Conguration options:

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-15Chapter 3CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe]DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions o

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Internal Power Fault ControlThermal Feedback [Auto]Allows your system to take precautionary actions to be taken

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-17Chapter 3Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto]Lower value provides sufcient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking pote

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto]Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the onboard graphics unit on the proc

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-19Chapter 3CPU Cache Voltage OffsetAllows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the v

viiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gu

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3SVID Voltage Override [Auto]Allows you to set the SVID Voltage override. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adju

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-21Chapter 33.6 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Be cautious

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.T

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-23Chapter 3Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled][Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extende

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Enhanced C1 state [Enabled]Allows your processor to reduce power when the system is in idle mode. Conguration optio

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-25Chapter 3Intel Rapid Start Technology [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology. Conguration options:

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.3 SATA CongurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-27Chapter 3IDE Legacy / Native Mode Selection [Native]This item appears only when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [IDE]. Cong

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3iGPU Memory [Auto]Allows you to set the system memory size allocated to DVMT 5.0 used by the iGPU. Conguration opti

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-29Chapter 33.6.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item shows the a

viiiConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.DA

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.6 Platform Misc CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features.PCI Expr

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-31Chapter 3HD Audio Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller.[Disabled] Disables the controller.The

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Parallel Port CongurationThe sub-items in this menu allow you to set the parallel port conguration.Parallel Port [

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-33Chapter 3Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard.[Space Bar] Sets the Space Bar on

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.7 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan set

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-35Chapter 3CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feat

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Chassis1/2 Q-Fan Control [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the Chas

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-37Chapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Boot CongurationFast Boot [Enabled][Disabled

3-38Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto]Select any of these settings when PS/2 keyboard and mouse are installed. These

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-39Chapter 3Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [On].[Off] Set the power-on state of the NumLock t

ixH87M-PLUS specications summaryCPU LGA1150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/ i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processorsSupports 22nm CP

3-40Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Secure BootAllows you to congure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from un

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-41Chapter 3KEK ManagementThe KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature da

3-42Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3dbx ManagementThe dbx (Revoked Signature database) lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-43Chapter 33.9 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Ente

3-44Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3LabelAllows you to input the label of the setup prole.Save to ProleAllows you to save the current BIOS settings to

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-45Chapter 33.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard you

3-46Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.11 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability,

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-47Chapter 33. Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive eld.4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to nd the USB ash disk that contains t

3-48Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS

ASUS H87M-PLUS3-49Chapter 3• NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Do not save the BIOS le and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB ash