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Motherboard

H87-PRO

E8223

First Edition

April 2013

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Contents

Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi

About this guide ........................................................................................................ vii

H87-PRO specications summary ............................................................................ ix

Package contents ...................................................................................................... xii

Installation tools and components ......................................................................... xiii

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Special features.......................................................................................... 1-1

1.1.1 Product highlights........................................................................1-1

1.1.2 DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design ...............................................1-2

1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ...........................................................1-2

1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution .....................................................1-3

1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ..............................................................................1-4

1.1.6 Other special features .................................................................1-5

1.2 Motherboard overview ...............................................................................1-5

1.2.1 Before you proceed .....................................................................1-5

1.2.2 Motherboard layout .....................................................................1-6

1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ...................................................1-8

1.2.4 System memory ..........................................................................1-9

1.2.5 Expansion slots .........................................................................1-11

1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches..................................................1-13

1.2.7 Jumpers ....................................................................................1-15

1.2.8 Onboard LEDs ..........................................................................1-16

1.2.9 Internal connectors....................................................................1-17

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

2.1 Building your PC system...........................................................................2-1

2.1.1 Motherboard installation ..............................................................2-1

2.1.2 CPU installation........................................................................... 2-4

2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation ...............................2-5

2.1.4 DIMM installation.........................................................................2-7

2.1.5 ATX Power connection ................................................................2-8

2.1.6 SATA device connection ..............................................................2-9

2.1.7 Front I/O Connector ..................................................................2-10

2.1.8 Expansion Card installation....................................................... 2-11

2.2 BIOS update utility ...................................................................................2-12

Contents

2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections ............................................. 2-13

2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ..................................................................2-13

2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...............................................................2-15

2.4 Starting up for the rst time ....................................................................2-17

2.5 Turning off the computer .........................................................................2-17

Chapter 3: BIOS setup

3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................3-1

3.2 BIOS setup program ..................................................................................3-2

3.2.1 EZ Mode...................................................................................... 3-3

3.2.2 Advanced Mode ..........................................................................3-4

3.3 My Favorites ...............................................................................................3-6

3.4 Main menu ..................................................................................................3-7

3.5 Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................................3-9

3.6 Advanced menu .......................................................................................3-22

3.6.1 CPU Conguration ....................................................................3-23

3.6.2 PCH Conguration ....................................................................3-26

3.6.3 SATA Conguration ...................................................................3-27

3.6.4 System Agent Conguration...................................................... 3-28

3.6.5 USB Conguration ....................................................................3-30

3.6.6 Platform Misc Conguration ......................................................3-32

3.6.7 Onboard Devices Conguration ................................................3-32

3.6.8 APM ..........................................................................................3-34

3.6.9 Network Stack ...........................................................................3-35

3.7 Monitor menu ...........................................................................................3-36

3.8 Boot menu ................................................................................................3-39

3.9 Tools menu ...............................................................................................3-46

3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............................................................3-46

3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Prole .....................................................................3-46

3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information .............................................................3-47

3.10 Exit menu ..................................................................................................3-48

3.11 Updating BIOS ..........................................................................................3-49

Chapter 4: Software support

4.1 Installing an operating system ................................................................. 4-1

4.2 Support DVD information ..........................................................................4-1

4.2.1 Running the support DVD ...........................................................4-1

4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals.................................................. 4-2

4.3 Software information ................................................................................. 4-3

4.3.1 AI Suite 3..................................................................................... 4-3

4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ..................................................................................4-4

4.3.3 EPU .............................................................................................4-6

4.3.4 TurboV EVO ................................................................................4-7

4.3.5 Fan Xpert 2 .................................................................................4-9

4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost........................................................................... 4-11

4.3.7 Network iControl........................................................................ 4-12

4.3.8 USB BIOS Flashback ................................................................4-13

4.3.9 EZ Update .................................................................................4-14

4.3.10 USB Charger+ ...........................................................................4-15

4.3.11 System Information ...................................................................4-16

4.3.12 Audio congurations.................................................................. 4-17

Chapter 5: RAID support

5.1 RAID congurations .................................................................................. 5-1

5.1.1 RAID denitions ..........................................................................5-1

5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ...................................................5-2

5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ....................................................5-2

5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility .................. 5-3

5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk....................................................................... 5-7

5.2.1 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

Contents

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.

Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all

power cables are unplugged.

Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices

could interrupt the grounding circuit.

Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not

sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power

company.

If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service

technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals

that came with the package.

Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power

cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,

slots, sockets and circuitry.

Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area

where it may become wet.

Place the product on a stable surface.

If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied service

technician or your retailer.

•

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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the

motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

• Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it

supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the

motherboard.

• Chapter 2: Basic Installation

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when

installing system components.

• Chapter 3: BIOS setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.

Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

• Chapter 4: Software support

This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the

motherboard package and the software.

• Chapter 5: RAID support

This chapter describes the RAID congurations.

Where to nd more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software

updates.

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software

products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2. Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,

that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the

standard package.

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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. .

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Typography

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Italics

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign

means that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or

Return key.

<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key

names are linked with a plus sign (+).

CPU LGA1150 socket for Intel®

4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 /

Pentium® / Celeron®

Processors

Supports 22nm CPU

Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0*

* The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.

** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list.

Chipset Intel® H87 Express Chipset

Memory 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-

buffered memory*

Dual-channel memory architecture

Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Prole (XMP)

* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.

Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualied Vendors List) for details.

** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualied

Vendors List).

*** Due to Intel®

chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on

XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600 MHz.

Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 p9-x16 slot [yellow] (at p9-x16 mode)

1 x PCI Express 2.0 p9-x16 slot [dark brown] (max. at p9-x4 mode, compatible with

PCIe p9-x1 and p9-x4 devices)

2 x PCI Express 2.0 p9-x1 slots

3 x PCI Express slots

* The PCIe p9-x16 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIe X1_1 and PCIe x1_2 slots. The

default setting is p9-x2 mode. Go to the BIOS Setup to change the settings.

Graphics Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel

® HD Graphics support

Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI, RGB port

- Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with max. resolution 4096 x 2160@24Hz /

3840 x 2160@60Hz

- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160@24Hz / 2560 x

1600@60Hz

- Supports DVI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz

- Supports RGB with max. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz

- Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously

- Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D, Intel

® Quick Sync Video, Intel

® Clear Video

HD Technology, and Intel

® Insider

- Maximum shared memory of 1024MB

Multi-GPU

support

Supports ATI® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology

Storage Intel® H87 Express Chipset:

- 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (yellow) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and

Intel

® Rapid Start Technology 12 support

- Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel

® Rapid Start

Technology, Intel®

Smart Connect Technology*

* These functions will work depending on the CPU installed.

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H87-PRO specications summary

LAN Realtek® RTL8111G Gigabit LAN controller

Audio Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Denition Audio CODEC

- Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming and front panel pack-retasking

- Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O

USB Intel® 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 rear panel (blue)

Intel® H87 Express Chipset

- 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at rear panel)

ASUS unique

features

ASUS 5X Protection

- 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

- Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for the CPU and iGPU

- ASUS 6 Phase Power Design

- ASUS CPU power utility

ASUS DRAM Fuse

- Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection and short circuit damage

prevention

ASUS ESD Guards

- Strong ESD protection for extended component lifespan

ASUS All 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors

- 2.5x Longer lifespan with excellent durability

ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O

- 3x More durable corrosion-resistant coating

ASUS Exclusive Features

- ASUS EPU

- ASUS Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination

for top network program in use

- ASUS USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission

- ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB + HDD support

- ASUS GPU Boost

- ASUS MemOK!

- ASUS AI Suite 3

- ASUS AI Charger

- ASUS USB Charger+

- ASUS Anti-Surge

ASUS Q-Design

- ASUS Q-Shield

- ASUS Q-Slot

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H87-PRO specications summary

ASUS unique features 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

- ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard

for EZ BIOS download scheduling

- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user

interface

- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

- ASUS EZ Flash 2

Rear panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse COMBO port

1 x Optical S/PDIF out port

1 x LAN (RJ-45) port

1 x DisplayPort

1 x HDMI port

1 x DVI port

1 x D-Sub port

2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports

4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback)

8-channel audio ports

Internal I/O connectors 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports

3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports

6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (yellow)

1 x CPU fan connector (4-pin)

3 x Chassis fan connectors (4-pin)

1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP)

1 x S/PDIF Out connector

1 x COM connector

1 x System panel connector

1 x GPU Switch

1 x MemOK! Button

1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector

1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector

BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM

BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2,

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modied

Log, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS

DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information

Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE

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Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

H87-PRO

User Manual

ASUS H87-PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD

2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield

• If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

• The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual product specications may vary.

Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables

1 x Q-Shield

1 x Support DVD

1 x User Manual

Support DVD contents Drivers

ASUS Update

ASUS Utilities

Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Form factor ATX Form Factor, 12”x 8.6” (30.5cm x 21.8cm)

Specications are subject to change without notice.

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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.

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ASUS H87-PRO 1-1

Chapter 1

Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.1 Special features

1.1.1 Product highlights

LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3,

Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors

This motherboard supports Intel

® 4th generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium

®,

and Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package. It provides great graphics and system

performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0

expansion slots.

Intel® H87 Express Chipset

Intel® H87 Express Chipset is a single-chipset that supports the 1150 socket Intel

4th

generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium

® and Celeron® processors. It utilizes

the serial point-to-point links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system’s

performance. It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to ten times faster transfer

rate than USB 2.0 and enables the iGPU function for Intel

® integrated graphics performance.

PCI Express® 3.0

PCI Express

® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the PCI Express bus standard that provides twice the

performance and speed of PCIe 2.0. It provides an optimal graphics performance,

unprecedented data speed and seamless transition with its complete backward compatibility

to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices.

Dual-Channel DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz Support

The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates

of DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to boost the system’s performance, and to meet the higher

bandwidth requirements of 3D graphics, multimedia and Internet applications.

Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support

With Intel® H87 Express Chipset natively support for the Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface,

this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. It also provides enhanced

scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems.

Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support

This motherboard features the most powerful Intel

® H87 platform that optimizes PCIe

allocation in multi-GPU CrossFireX™ solution, giving you a brand-new gaming enjoyment.

S/PDIF out connector at the back I/O

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.

1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1

100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors

This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved

lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.

Intel® Smart Response Technology

Intel® Smart Response Technology, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing,

reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power

usage, and uses an installed SSD (requires 18.6 GB available space) as a cache for

frequently accessed data or applications. It combines SSD performance and hard drive

capacity, operating up to six times faster than a hard-drive-only system to boost the system’s

overall performance.

* 4th generation Intel

® Core™ processors support Intel

® Smart Response Technology.

** An operating system must be installed on the HDD to launch Intel

® Smart Response Technology.

*** The SSD is reserved for caching function.

Intel® Smart Connect Technology

Intel® Smart Connect Technology allows your system to receive updates for your web

applications in real-time even when your system is in sleep mode. This saves wait time for

applications to update and sync with the cloud for a more efcient computing experience.

Intel® Rapid Start Technology

Intel® Rapid Start Technology allows your computer to quickly resume from a low-power

hibernate state in seconds. Saving your system memory to the designated SSD, it provides

your computer a faster wake-up response time, while still keeping the energy use low.

1.1.2 DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design

DIGI+ VRM

All-new digital CPU power controls work perfectly together to match digital power signal

(SVID) requests from the CPU, with ultra-fast sensing and response efciently delivering

precision power. 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.

EPU

Tap into the world’s rst real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or

AI Suite II utility. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current

PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also reduces fan noise

and extends component longevity.

1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features

GPU Boost

GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates

exible frequency adjustments and easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for every

use.

ASUS H87-PRO 1-3

Chapter 1

USB 3.0 Boost

ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI

Protocol), signicantly increases a USB device’s transfer speed up to 170% faster than the

already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. It automatically accelerates data speeds for

compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction.

USB Charger+

With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your smart devices such as

smartphones, tablets and more, all up to three times faster, even when the system is

powered off, in sleep or hibernation mode.

Network iControl

Network iControl is an intuitive one-step network control center that makes it easier for you to

manage your bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor and schedule the bandwidth priorities

for your network programs.

AI Suite 3

With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features

into one simple-to-use software package. It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy

management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers

diverse and ease to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different

utilities.

MemOK!

MemOK!, the remarkable memory rescue tool, allows you to simply press a button to

patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and

dramatically improve the systemís bootup.

ASUS Anti-Surge Protection

This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused

by power surges from switching power supply unit (PSU).

ESD

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.

1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution

ASUS Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solution

The stylish heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that offers you a noiseless PC

environment. The heatsink design also lowers the temperature of the chipset and power

phase area through high efcient heat-exchange. Combined with usability and aesthetics,

the ASUS stylish heatsink will give you an extremely silent and cooling experience with its

elegant appearance.

1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1

ASUS Fan Xpert 2

ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides customizable settings for a cooler and quieter computing

environment. With its Fan Auto Tuning feature, ASUS Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects

and tweaks all fan speeds, and provides you with optimized fan settings based on the fans’

specications and positions.

1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY

ASUS UEFI BIOS

ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the rst mouse-controlled intuitive

graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls,

providing you with more exibility, convenience, and easy to navigate UEFI BIOS than the

traditional BIOS versions. It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard

drives larger than 2.2 TB.

ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features:

• New My Favorite function allows you to quickly access the frequently used items

• New Quick Note function allows you to take notes in the BIOS environment

• New log reminder allows you to view all your modied settings

• F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey

• F3 Shortcut for most accessed information

• ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and

helping with difcult POST situations.

USB BIOS Flashback

USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your ultimate convenience.

Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS le, press the reset button of your chassis

for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering

the existing BIOS or operating system. It also allows you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS

updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically.

ASUS Q-Shield

ASUS Q-Shield’s special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your

motherboard. 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.

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1.1.6 Other special features

DisplayPort Support

DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that delivers up to 10.8 Gbps of bandwidth

over standard cables, providing billions of colors and bi-directional communications, thus

enabling the fastest refresh rates, and the highest resolution digital display through a single

cable. It also supports HDCP copy protection for Blu-ray discs. Simply output 3D signals

through the connected DisplayPort cable with your 3D display, then you can sit back and

enjoy a perfect 3D animation experience.

HDMI Support

High Denition Multimedia Surface (HDMI) is a set of digital video standards that delivers

mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video up to 4K/2K resolution visuals through

a single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI

provides you with the highest quality home theater experience.

ErP Ready

The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires

products to meet certain energy efciency requirement in regards to energy consumptions.

This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efcient products

through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus

mitigate environmental impacts.

1.2 Motherboard overview

1.2.1 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change

any motherboard settings.

• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.

• Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded

object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due

to static electricity.

• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.

• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the

bag that came with the component.

• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is

switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so

may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

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Refer to and for more information 1.2.9 Internal connectors 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection

about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.

1.2.2 Motherboard layout

H87-PRO

PCIEX16_1

PCIEX16_2

PCIEX1_1

PCIEX1_2

ASM

1083

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

USB910 USB1112 USB1314

AAFP

EATXPWR

CHA_FAN2

CPU_FAN

CHA_FAN3

BATTERY

Super

I/O

ALC887

-VD2

RTL

8111G

KBMS

_USB78

DVI_VGA

64Mb

BIOS

SB_PWR

CLRTC

21.8cm(8.6in)

Intel®

H87

DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module)

DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module)

DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module)

DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module)

SATA6G_3SATA6G_4

PANEL

SATA6G_5

SATA6G_1SATA6G_2

SATA6G_6

AUDIO

LAN_USB3_34

USB3_56

CHA_FAN1

SPDIF_OUT

30.5cm(12.0in)

LGA1150

DIGI

+VRM

ASM

1442

COM

EATX12V

USB3_12

DRAM_LED

MemOK!

GPU_LED

GPU_Boost

SPDIFO

_HDMI

_DP

3352 31 4 7

1213141516

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Layout contents

Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page

1. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 1-20

2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-22

3. CPU & Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~3) 1-21

4. LGA1150 socket 1-8

5. GPU Boost switch 1-14

6. GPU Boost LED 1-15

7. DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-9

8. MemOK! button 1-13

9. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 1-18

10. Intel® H87 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA 6G_1~6) 1-17

11. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-15

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

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1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the Intel ® 4th

Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium ®, and Celeron ® processors.

• Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.

• Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for the LGA1150 socket only. DO

NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA 1150

socket.

• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and

the socket contacts are not bent. 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.

• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise

Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the

LGA1150 socket.

• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from

incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP

cap.

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H87-PRO CPU socket LGA1150

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Recommended memory congurations

1.2.4 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.

DIMM_A2

DIMM_B2

DIMM_A1

DIMM_A2

DIMM_A1

DIMM_B1

DIMM_B2

H87-PRO

H87-PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets

DIMM_A1

DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1

DIMM_B2

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Memory congurations

You may install 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM

sockets.

• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps

the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any excess

memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.

• According to Intel CPU specication, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to

protect the CPU.

• Due to Intel ® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on XMP

mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600 MHz.

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we

recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C)

from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules.

• Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB

or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be

about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the

following:

a) Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS.

b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the

motherboard.

c) For more details, refer to the Microsoft ®

support site at http://support.microsoft.

com/kb/929605/en-us.

• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less

(Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB).

• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect

(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.

Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a

lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked

or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory

frequency adjustment.

• For system stability, use a more efcient memory cooling system to support a full

memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.

• 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.

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1.2.5 Expansion slots

Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may

cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

Slot No. Slot Description

1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot

2 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot [Yellow] (at x16 mode)

3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot

4 PCI1 slot

5PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [Dark brown] (at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4

devices)

6 PCI2 slot

7 PCI3 slot

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• 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.

• We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™.

• Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when

using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.

• The PCIe x16_2 slot shares bandwidth with PCIe x1_1 and PCIe p26-x2 slots. The default

setting is p26-x2 mode. Go to the BIOS Setup to change the settings.

VGA Conguration

PCI Express operating mode

PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2

Single VGA/PCIe card x16

(Recommended for single VGA) N/A

Dual VGA/PCIe card x16 x4

IRQ assignments for this motherboard

Component A B C D E F G H

LAN – – shared – – – – –

PCIE x16_1 shared – – – – – – –

PCIE x16_2 shared – – – – – – –

PCIE x1_1 – – shared – – – – –

PCIE x1_2 – – – shared – – – –

PCI_1 – – – shared – – – –

PCI_2 shared – – – – – – –

PCI_3 – shared – – – – – –

Intel ®

PCH SATA

Controller – – – shared – – – –

HD Audio – – – – – – shared –

USB 2.0_1 – – – – – – – shared

USB 2.0_2 – – – – shared – – –

USB 3.0 – – – – – shared – –

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1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches

Onboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or

open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings

to enhance system performance.

1. MemOK! button

Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot

failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! to switch lights continuously. Press

and hold the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic

memory compatibility tuning for successful boot.

H87-PRO

H87-PRO MemOK! button

• Refer to section for the exact location of the DRAM_LED.1.2.8 Onboard LEDs

• The DRAM_LED also lights up when the DIMM is not properly installed. Turn off the

system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! function.

• The MemOK! button does not function under the Windows™ OS environment.

• During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. It

takes about 30 seconds for the system to test one set of failsafe settings. If the test

fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. The blinking speed

of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes.

• Due to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each

timing set is tested. 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 (Qualied Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website

at www.asus.com.

• If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system

continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. To stop memory tuning, turn

off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 5–10 seconds.

• If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! button to boot

and load BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you

that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings.

• We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the

ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function.

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2. GPU Boost switch

This switch allows you to turn on or off the GPU Boost function.

H87-PRO

H87-PRO GPU Boost switch

GPU Boost

To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to [Enable] when the system is

powered off.

• The GPU Boost LED near the GPU Boost switch lights up when the GPU Boost switch

is enabled. Refer to section for the exact location of the GPU 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs

Boost LED.

• If you enable this switch under the Windows ® OS environment, the GPU Boost

function will be activated after the next system bootup.

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1.2.7 Jumpers

1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)

This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can

clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing

the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in

CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.

To erase the RTC RAM:

1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2. 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.

3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter

data.

Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default

position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

• If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper

again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the

battery.

• You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For

system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature.

Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter

settings to default values.

H87-PRO

H87-PRO Clear RTC RAM

1 2 2 3

Normal

(Default)

Clear RTC

CLRTC

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1.2.8 Onboard LEDs

1. Standby Power LED

The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the

system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should

shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any

motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.

H87-PRO

H87-PRO GPU Boost LED

GPU_LED

2. GPU Boost LED

The GPU Boost LED lights up when the GPU Boost switch is turned on.

H87-PRO

SB_PWR

Standby Power Powered Off

OFF

H87-PRO Onboard LED

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3. DRAM LED

The DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during the motherboard boot process.

If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will remain lit until the problem is

solved. This user-friendly design provides an easy way to identify problems related to

the DRAM.

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H87-PRO DRAM LED

DRAM LED

1.2.9 Internal connectors

1. Intel ® H87 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/6 [yellow])

These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0

Gb/s signal cables.

If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10

conguration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ® H87

chipset.

SATA6G_4

GND

RSATA_RXP4

RSATA_RXN4

GND

RSATA_TXN4

RSATA_TXP4

GND

SATA6G_3

GND

RSATA_RXP3

RSATA_RXN3

GND

RSATA_TXN3

RSATA_TXP3

GND

SATA6G_6

GND

RSATA_TXP6

RSATA_TXN6

GND

RSATA_RXN6

RSATA_RXP6

GND

SATA6G_5

GND

RSATA_TXP5

RSATA_TXN5

GND

RSATA_RXN5

RSATA_RXP5

GND

SATA6G_1

GND

RSATA_TXP1

RSATA_TXN1

GND

RSATA_RXN1

RSATA_RXP1

GND

SATA6G_2

GND

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_TXN2

GND

RSATA_RXN2

RSATA_RXP2

GND

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H87-PRO SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors

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• The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately.

• These connectors are based on xHCI specication. We recommend you to install the

related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows ® 7.

• These connectors are set to [ ] by default. If you intend to create a Serial AHCI Mode

ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID

Mode]. Refer to section 3.6.3 SATA Conguration for details.

• Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID congurations or the manual

bundled in the motherboard support DVD.

• When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [ AHCI Mode]. Refer to section

3.6.3 SATA Conguration for details.

2. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12)

This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front

or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benets of

USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for

USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efciency, and backward compatibility with

USB 2.0.

H87-PRO

H87-PRO USB3.0 Front panel connector

USB3_12

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3. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314)

These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of

these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system

chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specication supporting up to

480 Mbps connection speed.

H87-PRO

H87-PRO USB2.0 connectors

USB+5V

USB_P10-

USB_P10+

GND

USB+5V

USB_P9-

USB_P9+

GND

USB910

PIN 1

USB+5V

USB_P12-

USB_P12+

GND

USB+5V

USB_P11-

USB_P11+

GND

USB1112

PIN 1

USB+5V

USB_P14-

USB_P14+

GND

USB+5V

USB_P13-

USB_P13+

GND

USB1314

PIN 1

4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)

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.

The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.

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H87-PRO Digital audio connector

SPDIF_OUT

+5V

SPDIFOUT

GND

Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the

motherboard!

• The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.

• These connectors are based on xHCI specication. We recommend you to install the

related driver to fully use the USB 2.0 ports under Windows ® 7.

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5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports

either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel

audio I/O module cable to this connector.

• We recommend that you connect a high-denition front panel audio module to this

connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-denition audio capability.

• If you want to connect a high-denition front panel audio module to this connector, set

the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]; if you want to connect an AC’97

front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this

connector is set to [HD].

Ｈ８７－ＰＲＯ

H87-PRO Front panel audio connector

AAFP

AGND

SENSE1_RETUR

SENSE2_RETUR

PORT1 L

PORT1 R

PORT2 R

SENSE_SEND

PORT2 L

HD-audio-compliant

pin definition

PIN 1

AGND

MIC2

MICPWR

Line out_R

Line out_L

Legacy AC’97

compliant definition

6. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM)

The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the

connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

Ｈ８７－ＰＲＯ

H87-PRO Serial port (COM) connector

PIN 1

COM

DCD

TXD

GND

RTS

RXD

DTR

DSR

CTS

The serial port bracket (COM) is purchased separately.

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7. CPU & Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~3)

Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the

black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

CHA_FAN1

CHA FAN PWM

CHA FAN IN

CHA FAN PWR

GND

CPU_FAN

CPU FAN PWM

CPU FAN IN

CPU FAN PWR

GND

CHA_FAN2

CHA FAN PWM

CHA FAN IN

CHA FAN PWR

GND

CHA_FAN3

GND

CHA FAN PWR

CHA FAN IN

CHA FAN PWM

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H87-PRO Fan connectors

• DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow

inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers!

Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors!

• Ensure that the 4-pin CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector.

• The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.

• 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.

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• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit

(PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a

minimum power of 350W.

• Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX 12V power plug. Otherwise, the system

will not boot.

• We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when conguring a

system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or

may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

• 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.

8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)

These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are

designed to t these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and

push down rmly until the connectors completely t.

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H87-PRO EATX power connectors

EATXPWR

PIN 1

GND

+5 Volts

-5 Volts

GND

PSON#

GND

-12 Volts

+3 Volts

+12 Volts

+5V Standby

Power OK

GND

+5 Volts

GND

+5 Volts

GND

+3 Volts

EATX12V

PIN 1

+12V DC

GND

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• 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.

• Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED)

This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable

to this connector. The HDD LED lights up or ashes when data is read from or written

to the HDD.

• System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER)

This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker

allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.

• ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR_SW)

This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns

the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS

settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON

turns the system OFF.

• Reset button (2-pin RESET)

This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without

turning off the system power.

9. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

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PIN 1

* Requires an ATX power supply

PWR_LED SPEAKER

PWR_LED

+5V

Ground

Speaker

HDD_LED

PWR

Ground

Reset

Ground

PANEL

HDD_LED PWR_SW RESET

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Basic Installation

2.1 Building your PC system

2.1.1 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.

1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel.

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

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2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to

the chassis’ rear I/O panel.

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3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the

chassis.

DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

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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)

Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a

CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket.

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The CPU ts in only one orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending

the pins on the socket or damaging the CPU.

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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

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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly

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2.1.4 DIMM installation

To remove a DIMM

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2.1.5 ATX Power connection

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2.1.6 SATA device connection

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2.1.7 Front I/O Connector

To install the System Panel Connector

USB 2.0

AAFP

To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector

USB 3.0

To install USB 3.0 connector

HDD_LED

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2.1.8 Expansion Card installation

To install PCIe x16 cards

To install PCIe p48-x1 cards To install PCI cards

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2.2 BIOS update utility

USB BIOS Flashback

USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing

BIOS or operating system. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port, press the

reset button on your chassis for three seconds, and the BIOS is updated automatically.

To use USB BIOS Flashback:

1. Download the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website at

http://support.asus.com

2. Extract and rename the BIOS image le to

H87PRO.CAP.

3. Copy H87PRO.CAP to the root directory of the USB ash disk drive.

4. Insert the USB storage device to the USB BIOS Flashback port when the system is

turned off.

5. Press the reset button for three seconds and the power LED on your chassis begins to

ash.

6. Wait until the power LED of your chassis goes out, indicating that the BIOS update

process is completed.

USB BIOS Flashback port

For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section 3.11.1 EZ Update in

Chapter 3.

• Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while

BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption,

please follow the steps again.

• If the light ashes for ve seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the

BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. This may be caused by improper installation

of the USB storage device and lename/le format error. If this scenario happens,

please restart the system to turn off the light.

• 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.

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2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections

2.3.1 Rear I/O connection

* and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port denitions.

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Rear panel connectors

1. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port

2. Optical S/PDIF OUT port

3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port

4. Intel® 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. DisplayPort

10. USB 2.0 ports

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** Audio 2, 4, 6 or 8-channel conguration

Port Headset

2-channel

4-channel 6-channel 8-channel

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In

Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out

Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In

Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Gray – – – Side Speaker Out

• 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.

• USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.

• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster

and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

• Due to the design of the Intel

® 8 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the

USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB

devices must update their rmware for better compatibility.

• Multi-VGA output supports up to three displays under Windows

® OS environment, two

displays under BIOS, and one display under DOS.

• Intel display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel

clocks (Pixel Clock = H total x V Total x Frame Rate (Screen refresh rate)):

- DVI port: 165 MHz

- VGA port: 180 MHz

- HDMI port: 300 MHz

- DisplayPort: 533 MHz

* LAN ports LED indications

ACT/LINK

LED

SPEED

LED

LAN port

Activity Link LED Speed LED

Status Description Status Description

Off No link Off 10 Mbps connection

Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection

Orange (Blinking) Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection

Orange (Blinking

then steady)

Ready to wake up

from S5 mode

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Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers

Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers

Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers

Product specificaties

Merk:	Asus
Categorie:	Moederbord
Model:	H87-PRO
Breedte:	305 mm
Diepte:	218 mm
Ethernet LAN:	Ja
Maximum resolutie:	4096 x 2160 Pixels
Type stroombron:	ATX
Meegeleverde kabels:	SATA
Aantal USB 2.0-poorten:	2
VGA (D-Sub)poort(en):	1
Aantal HDMI-poorten:	1
Microfoon, line-in ingang:	Ja
Aantal Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)-poorten:	1
Hoofdtelefoonuitgangen:	1
DVI-D poorten:	1
Aantal DisplayPorts:	1
Digitale audio, optische uitgang:	1
Aantal poorten USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type A:	4
Processor socket:	LGA 1150 (Socket H3)
PCI Express slots versie:	2.0,3.0
Processorfabrikant:	Intel
Maximum intern geheugen:	32 GB
Audio-uitgangskanalen:	7.1 kanalen
Snelle installatiehandleiding:	Ja
Ethernet interface type:	Gigabit Ethernet
Chipset moederbord:	Intel® H87
Geheugen slots type:	DIMM
Audiochip:	Realtek ALC887
Meegeleverde drivers:	Ja
PCI Express x1 slots:	2
PCI Express x16 slots:	2
Geheugen kanaal:	Dubbelkanaals
Ondersteunde opslagstationinterfaces:	SATA III
PS/2 poort(en):	1
Component voor:	PC
LAN controller:	Realtek RTL8111G
Soorten RAID:	0,1,5,10
Maximum geheugen grafische adapter:	1024 MB
Aantal SATA III connectors:	6
Non-ECC:	Ja
PCI-slots:	3
Compatibele processors:	Intel Celeron,Intel Pentium
Ondersteunde geheugen types:	DDR3-SDRAM
Moederbord chipset familie:	Intel
Moederbord form factor:	ATX
Aantal geheugenslots:	4
Supported memory clock speeds:	1066,1333,1600 MHz
BIOS type:	UEFI
Grootte BIOS-geheugen:	64 Mbit
ACPI version:	2.0a
Ondersteuning voor parallel processing:	Quad-GPU CrossFireX
COM aansluitingen:	1
Aansluiting voor CPU koeler:	Ja
Aansluitingen voor behuizingsventilatoren:	3
ATX Power connector (24-pin):	Ja
USB 2.0 aansluitingen:	3
Aansluiting voor audiopaneel aan voorzijde:	Ja
Niet gebufferd geheugen:	Ja
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)-aansluitingen:	1
S/PDIF uitgang:	Ja
Clear CMOS jumper:	Ja
Aansluitingen voor EATX voedingen:	1