Asus H87M-PLUS User Manual

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

3-48Chapter 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

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

xiBack Panel I/O Ports1 x PS/2 mouse / keyboard combo port1 x HDMI port1 x DVI-D port1 x RGB port1 x LAN (RJ-45) port4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports2 x USB 2.0/

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

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

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

5-2Chapter 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.

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

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

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

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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 1ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/OASUS motherboard back I/O panels are made from strong and corrosion-resistant stainless steel,

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1MemOK!MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to patch memory issues

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-5Chapter 1• F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey• F3 Shortcut for most accessed information• ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information

iiE8528Second EditionJuly 2013Copyright© 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software de

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel conn

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-7Chapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2) 1-192. AT

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-9Chapter 1Recommended memory congurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Me

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-11Chapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physi

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (yellow) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card t

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-13Chapter 11.2.6 JumpersClear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can cl

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.7 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when wor

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-15Chapter 11.2.8 Onboard LEDs2. DRAM LEDDRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is foun

iiiContentsSafety information ... viAbout this guid

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.9 Internal connectors1. Intel® H87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6)These connectors

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-17Chapter 13. 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

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 16. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital In

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-19Chapter 17. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2)Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the mot

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with AT

ASUS H87M-PLUS1-21Chapter 1• System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1

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

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

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

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 2ACT/LINK LEDSPEED LEDLAN port** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel congurationPortHeadset 2-channel4-channel 6-cha

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Freque

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 [Auto][Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature

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

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

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

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