F2A85-M PRO
Contents
About this guide....................................................................................................... viii
F2A85-M PRO specifications summary .................................................................... x
Installation tools and components.......................................................................... xv
Special features..........................................................................................1-1
Motherboard overview...............................................................................1-5
Building your PC system...........................................................................2-1
BIOS update utility...................................................................................2-12
Starting up for the first time....................................................................2-17
Turning off the computer.........................................................................2-17
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Knowing BIOS............................................................................................3-1
BIOS setup program..................................................................................3-2
Main menu ..................................................................................................3-6
Ai Tweaker menu........................................................................................3-8
Advanced menu .......................................................................................3-14
Monitor menu ...........................................................................................3-20
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Boot menu ................................................................................................3-23
Tools menu ...............................................................................................3-27
Exit menu..................................................................................................3-28
Support DVD information..........................................................................4-1
Software information.................................................................................4-3
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RAID configurations ..................................................................................5-1
Creating a RAID driver disk.......................................................................5-6
LucidLogix Virtu MVP................................................................................6-8
Notices .................................................................................................................... A-1
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Safety information
Electrical safety
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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet
before relocating the system.
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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.
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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.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
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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.
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Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
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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.
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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.
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Chapter 5: RAID support
This chapter describes the RAID configurations.
Chapter 6: Multiple GPU technology support
This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™
graphics cards.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
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ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,
that may have been added by your dealer. 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
Italics
Indicates a menu or an item to select.
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 (+).
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F2A85-M PRO specifications summary
APU
AMD® A-series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000
series graphics, up to 4 CPU cores, FM2 package
AMD® Turbo Core Technology 3.0 support
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The AMD® Turbo Core Technology 3.0 support depends on the APU types.
Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list
Chipset
Memory
AMD® A85X FCH (Hudson D4)
Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 240-pin DIMM slots support maximum 64GB unbuffered non-ECC
DDR3 2400(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules
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The maximum 64GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above
DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the
market.
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Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
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When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit
operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. We recommend a
maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating
system.
Graphics
Integrated AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics in Trinity APU
Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort / HDMI / DVI / RGB port
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Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution up to 4096 x 2160 @60Hz
Supports HDMI with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1080 @60Hz
Supports dual-link DVI with max. resolution up to 2560 x 1600 @60Hz
Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1600 @60Hz
Supports Microsoft® DirectX 11
Maximum shared memory of 2G
Supports AMD® Dual Graphics technology
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Expansion slots
Storage / RAID
2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slots (Single @x16 or dual @x8x8 mode)
2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 slots
AMD® A85X FCH:
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7 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5,
RAID 10 and JBOD configurations
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1 x eSerial ATA 6Gb/s at the back I/O
LAN
Realtek® RTL8111F PCIe Gigabit LAN controller
Audio
ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC
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Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-
Retasking
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Supports S/PDIF out interface at the back I/O
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F2A85-M PRO specifications summary
AMD® A85X FCH:
USB
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10 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at the mid-board, 2 ports at the back
panel)
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4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at the mid-board, 2 ports at the back
panel)
Asmedia® PCIe USB3.0 controller:
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2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue, at the back panel)
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Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode
ASUS unique features
ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors II – TPU & EPU
Auto Tuning, TurboV, EPU and TPU switch
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ASUS Digital Power Design
Industry leading Digital 4+2 Phase Power Design
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ASUS EPU
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EPU, EPU switch
ASUS TPU
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Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch
ASUS Exclusive Features
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ASUS USB 3.0
ASUS Remote Go!
ASUS Network iControl
ASUS USB Charger+
ASUS AI Charger+
Disk Unlocker
ASUS MemOK!
ASUS AI Suite II
ASUS Anti-Surge
ASUS Low EMI
ASUS ESD
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
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ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heatsink solution
ASUS Fan Xpert 2
ASUS EZ DIY
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ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS My Logo 2
ASUS Q Design
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ASUS Q-Slot, Q-Shield
Special features
100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors
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F2A85-M PRO specifications summary
Back Panel I/O ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI output port
1 x DVI output port
1 x D-Sub output port
1 x Optical S/PDIF output port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
1 x eSATA port
2 x USB 2.0 ports
4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 port supports USB BIOS Flashback)
8-channel audio I/O ports
ASUS exclusive
overclocking features
Intelligent overclocking tools:
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TPU Switch
Auto Tuning
Precision Tweaker 2
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vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment
vDDNB: Adjustable CPU/NB voltage at 0.00625V increment
vDRAM Bus: Adjustable DRAM voltage at 0.005V increment
vFCH: Adjustable FCH voltage at 0.01V increment
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection):
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APU frequency tuning from 90MHz up to 300MHz at 1MHz
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Overclocking Protection:
ASUS C.P.R (CPU Parameter Recall)
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Internal I/O connectors /
buttons / switches
4 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 8 USB ports
1 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports
7 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors
1 x S/PDIF output connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x COM connector
1 x EPU switch
1 x TPU switch (embedded with GPU switch)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback switch
1 x MemOK! button
1 x DirectKey button
1 x DRCT header
1 x System panel connector
1 x TPM connector
1 x CPU fan connector
3 x Chassis fan connectors
1 x 24-pin EATX power connector
1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector
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F2A85-M PRO specifications summary
BIOS
64Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS
V2.7, ACPI 2.0a
Accessories
2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables
1 x Q-Shield
1 x User Manual
1 x Support DVD
Support DVD
Form factor
Drivers
ASUS Update
ASUS utilities
Anti-Virus software (OEM version)
uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
User Manual
F2A85-M PRO
ASUS F2A85-M PRO motherboard
User Guide
Support DVD
2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables
1 x ASUS Q-Shield
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If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may
vary with different models.
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