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Contents
About this guide......................................................................................................... iv
H87I-PLUS specifications summary......................................................................... vi
Before you proceed......................................................................................1-1
Motherboard overview .................................................................................1-1
Central Processing Unit (CPU)....................................................................1-3
System memory............................................................................................1-6
Expansion slots............................................................................................1-8
Jumpers.......................................................................................................1-10
Onboard LEDs ............................................................................................1-18
Software support........................................................................................1-19
BIOS setup program.....................................................................................2-6
My Favorites................................................................................................2-10
Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................................2-13
Advanced menu..........................................................................................2-24
Monitor menu..............................................................................................2-33
Boot menu...................................................................................................2-36
Tools menu..................................................................................................2-42
2.10 Exit menu ....................................................................................................2-43
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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.
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.
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Chapter 2: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
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2.
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.
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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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard
Cables
ASUS H87I-PLUS motherboard
2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables
1 x I/O Shield
Accessories
Application DVD
Documentation
Support DVD
User Guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
H87I-PLUS specifications summary
CPU
LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation CoreTM i7/ i5 / 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.
Chipset
Memory
Intel® H87 Express Chipset
2 x U-DIMM, max. 16GB DDR3 1600/1333/1066MHz, non-ECC, unbuffered
memory modules
Dual-channel memory architecture
*
The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above
DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the
market.
*** Due to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on
XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600MHz.
Graphics
Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DVI/D-Sub port
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Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2304@24Hz / 2560 x
1600@60Hz
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Supports DVI with max. resolution 1920 x1200@60Hz
Supports D-Sub with max. resolution 1920x1200@60Hz
* Max. UMA Memory: 1024MB
1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot
Intel® H87 Express Chipset:
Expansion slots
Storage
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6 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors (yellow)
Support RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 mode
Intel® I217 Gigabit LAN Controller
LAN
Audio
Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
* Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 8-
channel audio output
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H87I-PLUS specifications summary
USB
6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports at back panel, [blue], 2 ports at mid-board)
8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at back panel, [black], 4 ports at mid-board)
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
- ASUS Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for CPU and iGPU
- ASUS 3 Phase Power Design
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
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2.5x Long Lifespan with excellent durability
ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O
- 3x More durable corrosion-resistant coating
ASUS Exclusive Features:
- ASUS USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB 3.0 transmission
- ASUS Network iControl
- ASUS Ai Charger
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
- ASUS AI Suite 3
- ASUS GPU Boost
- ASUS Anti-surge
ASUS Turbo-V EVO
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
- ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS EZ DIY:
- ASUS My Logo2
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
Back Panel I/O
ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port
1 x HDMI port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x D-Sub port
1 x Optical S/PDIF Output port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
3 Audio jack(s)
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H87I-PLUS specifications summary
Internal I/O
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (19-pin)
connectors/
buttons/switches
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
6 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (yellow)
1 x CPU fan connector (4-pin)
1 x Chassis fan connector (4-pin)
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x S/PDIF Out connector
1 x System panel connector (10-1pin)
1 x 24-pin EATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V poweer connector
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x Speaker header
BIOS features
64 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI
2.0a
Manageability
Support DVD
WOL by PME, PXE
Drivers
ASUS utilities
EZ Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor
Mini-ITX form factor: 6.7 in x 6.7 in (17.0cm x 17.0 cm)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Product introduction
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1.1
Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change
any motherboard settings.
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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.
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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.
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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.
1.2
Motherboard overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the
motherboard fits into it.
Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1.2.1
Placement direction
When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct
orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in
the image below.
1.2.2
Screw holes
Place four 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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Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
1.2.3
Motherboard layout
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3
4
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8
17cm(6.7in)
CLRTC
KBMS_USB56
CHA_FAN CPU_FAN
DIGI
+VRM
ATX12V
Super
I/O
SPDIFO
_HDMI
ASM
1442
3
9
S
U
L
P
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I
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8
H
USB910
USB34
SB_PWR
10
USB1314
Intel®
H87
LAN_USB12
AUDIO
Intel
I217
8MB
BIOS
USB1112
13
USB78
AAFP
SPDIF_OUT
ALC
887
PCIEX16
12 11
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1.2.4
Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED
Page
1-18
1-16
1-15
1-3
1. Onboard LED (SB_PWR)
2. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB_1314)
3. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)
4. Intel® LGA1150 CPU socket
5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN)
6. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) )
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1-10
1-6
7. DDR3 DIMM slots
8. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER)
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1-17
1-14
1-13
1-13
1-16
9. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL)
10. Intel® H87 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~6 [yellow])
11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)
12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
13. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, 1112)
1.3
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the Intel® 4th
generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® , Celeron® processors.
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H87I-PLUS CPU socket LGA1150
Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
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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.
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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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1.3.1
Installing the CPU
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B
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5
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C
A
B
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1.3.2
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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2
A
B
B
A
3
4
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly
2
1
A
B
B
A
1.4
System memory
Overview
1.4.1
This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Module
(DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but
is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are
developed for better performance with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the
location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:
Channel
Sockets
Channel A
Channel B
DIMM_A1
DIMM_B1
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H87I-PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets
1.4.2
Memory configurations
You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM
sockets.
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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 configuration. Any excess
memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
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Due to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on XMP
mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600MHz.
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.
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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:
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Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS.
Install a 64-bit Windows® OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the
motherboard.
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This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or
less.
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Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding
timing or the loaded X.M.P. Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability
and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and
other installed devices.
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The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs.
ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market.
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 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory
frequency adjustment.
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For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full
memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.
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Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List)
1.4.3
Installing a DIMM
Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.
Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.
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2.
Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket.
Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot
key on the socket.
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