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... information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Q87M-E specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers 1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-11 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-19 1.9 Software support 1-20 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 My Favorites 2-9 2.4 Main menu 2-10 2.5 Ai...
... information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi Q87M-E specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers 1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-11 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-19 1.9 Software support 1-20 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 My Favorites 2-9 2.4 Main menu 2-10 2.5 Ai...
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If you detect any area where it may be exposed to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Do not place the product in your retailer. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before... switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your retailer. Detailed descriptions fo the BIOS parameters are connected.
If you detect any area where it may be exposed to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Do not place the product in your retailer. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before... switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your retailer. Detailed descriptions fo the BIOS parameters are connected.
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...x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0 ports 3 x Audio jacks (continued on the next page) vii Q87M-E specifications summary LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Intel® I217LM Gigabit LAN controller 8-channel Realtek® ALC887-VD High ... ports at back panel) ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Ai Charger - ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS AI SUITE III - ASUS EPU - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS MyLogo 2™ - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Anti-surge - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS EZ DIY: -
...x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0 ports 3 x Audio jacks (continued on the next page) vii Q87M-E specifications summary LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Rear panel I/O ports Intel® I217LM Gigabit LAN controller 8-channel Realtek® ALC887-VD High ... ports at back panel) ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Ai Charger - ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS AI SUITE III - ASUS EPU - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS MyLogo 2™ - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Anti-surge - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS EZ DIY: -
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viii Q87M-E specifications summary Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Form factor 1 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0 ports 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector 1 x ...1 x DIS ME jumper TPM IC onboard 128 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6"x 8.8" (24...
viii Q87M-E specifications summary Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Form factor 1 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0 ports 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector 1 x ...1 x DIS ME jumper TPM IC onboard 128 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6"x 8.8" (24...
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Q87M-E 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 122 3 4 1 5 22.4cm(8.8in) HDMI_DP KBMS ASM 1442 EATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240... 1-2 24.4cm(9.6in) 3 USB78 COM2 USB3_56 LAN_USB34 AUDIO Clarkvill I217 ASM 1083 Super I/O CHA_FAN1 COM1 BATTERY LPT PCIEX16_1 PCI2 Q87M-E PCI1 1 CHA_FAN2 6 USB3_12 Intel® Q87 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 16Mb BIOS SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 7 ALC 887-VD2 SB_PWR PCIEX16_2 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 AAFP CHASSIS USB910 USB1112 USB1314 CLRTC SPEAKER F_PANEL DIS_ME 16 15 14...
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Q87M-E 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 122 3 4 1 5 22.4cm(8.8in) HDMI_DP KBMS ASM 1442 EATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240... 1-2 24.4cm(9.6in) 3 USB78 COM2 USB3_56 LAN_USB34 AUDIO Clarkvill I217 ASM 1083 Super I/O CHA_FAN1 COM1 BATTERY LPT PCIEX16_1 PCI2 Q87M-E PCI1 1 CHA_FAN2 6 USB3_12 Intel® Q87 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 16Mb BIOS SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 7 ALC 887-VD2 SB_PWR PCIEX16_2 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 AAFP CHASSIS USB910 USB1112 USB1314 CLRTC SPEAKER F_PANEL DIS_ME 16 15 14...
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... on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier. 6. ASUS Q87M-E 1-9 Remove the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Align the card connector with it... and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Turn on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is...
... on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier. 6. ASUS Q87M-E 1-9 Remove the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Align the card connector with it... and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Turn on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is...
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...other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. CLRTC 12 23 2.& Normal (Default) Q87M-E Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Except when clearing the RTC ...about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 2-3. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. shared - - - -
...other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. CLRTC 12 23 2.& Normal (Default) Q87M-E Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Except when clearing the RTC ...about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 2-3. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. shared - - - -
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..., use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. LAN (RJ-45) port. DIS_ME 12 23 Q87M-E Normal (Default) Q87M-E Intel® ME jumper Disable ME Disable the Intel® ME function before updating it . ASUS Q87M-E 1-11 Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to default values.... 2. • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically...
..., use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. LAN (RJ-45) port. DIS_ME 12 23 Q87M-E Normal (Default) Q87M-E Intel® ME jumper Disable ME Disable the Intel® ME function before updating it . ASUS Q87M-E 1-11 Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to default values.... 2. • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically...
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...default, the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND Q87M-E Q87M-E Chassis intrusion connector ASUS Q87M-E 1-15 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. The ...Q87M-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. See section 2.6.10 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS...
...default, the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND Q87M-E Q87M-E Chassis intrusion connector ASUS Q87M-E 1-15 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. The ...Q87M-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. See section 2.6.10 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS...
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... FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Q87M-E Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Intel® Q87 Serial ATA 6.... RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND Q87M-E SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 Q87M-E SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ...
... FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Q87M-E Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Intel® Q87 Serial ATA 6.... RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND Q87M-E SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 Q87M-E SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ...
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.... 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in the future. ASUS Q87M-E 2-1 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model...
.... 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in the future. ASUS Q87M-E 2-1 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model...
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...based utility. Press to switch to enable it. 3. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Go to the Tool menu... to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to the Folder Info field. 6....
...based utility. Press to switch to enable it. 3. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Go to the Tool menu... to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to the Folder Info field. 6....
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... the updating process. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to copy the current BIOS file that you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 Insert the support DVD to...
... the updating process. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to copy the current BIOS file that you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings. ASUS Q87M-E 2-3 Insert the support DVD to...
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...type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a DOS environment 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 Q87M-E 0208 03/20/2013 Q87M-E-ASUS-0214.CAP 8194 2013-03-20 15:25:48 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started Booting the system... to the USB port. 2. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. The BIOS Updater screen appears as ...
...type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a DOS environment 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 Q87M-E 0208 03/20/2013 Q87M-E-ASUS-0214.CAP 8194 2013-03-20 15:25:48 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started Booting the system... to the USB port. 2. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. The BIOS Updater screen appears as ...
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...button, or the ++ keys to guide you to select the BIOS file and press . The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to force reset from the operating system. ASUS Q87M-E 2-5 BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you in using the first two options. Entering... BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test ...
...button, or the ++ keys to guide you to select the BIOS file and press . The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to force reset from the operating system. ASUS Q87M-E 2-5 BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you in using the first two options. Entering... BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test ...
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... boot device priority. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for information on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on how to erase... the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if...
... boot device priority. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for information on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on how to erase... the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if...
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To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press F7. ASUS Q87M-E 2-7 Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or...
To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press F7. ASUS Q87M-E 2-7 Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or...
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.... Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the selected item. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Q87M-E 2-9 Use the navigation keys to enter notes of options. A configurable field is not user-configurable. You cannot select an item that you can change...
.... Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the selected item. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is your favorite BIOS items. ASUS Q87M-E 2-9 Use the navigation keys to enter notes of options. A configurable field is not user-configurable. You cannot select an item that you can change...
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... the system date, time, language, and security settings. 2.4.1 System Language [English] Allows you to My Favorites: 1. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to change the system security settings. 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting started When using a mouse, hover the pointer to choose the...
... the system date, time, language, and security settings. 2.4.1 System Language [English] Allows you to My Favorites: 1. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to change the system security settings. 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting started When using a mouse, hover the pointer to choose the...
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...password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password, but press when prompted to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To change an administrator password: 1. Select the User Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, ... when prompted. Confirm the password when prompted. See section 1.6 Jumpers for accessing the system. To set a password, this item shows Installed. ASUS Q87M-E 2-11 After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. • If you...
...password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password, but press when prompted to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To change an administrator password: 1. Select the User Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, ... when prompted. Confirm the password when prompted. See section 1.6 Jumpers for accessing the system. To set a password, this item shows Installed. ASUS Q87M-E 2-11 After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. • If you...