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ii E8020 Second Edition December 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purc[...]

iii Contents Safety information ..................................................................................................... vii About this guide ....................................................................................................... viii ?[...]

iv Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................ 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................................. 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode...................................................................................... 3[...]

v 3.6.3 CPU V oltage, 3.3V V oltage, 5V V oltage, 12V Voltage .............. 3-20 3.6.4 CPU_F AN Q-Fan Control [Disabled] ......................................... 3-21 3.6.5 CHA_F AN1/2/3 Q-Fan Control [Enabled].................................. 3-22 3.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled].................................................... 3-22 3.7 Bo[...]

vi 4.3.10 Probe II...................................................................................... 4-23 4.3.1 1 Sensor Recorder ....................................................................... 4-24 4.3.12 ASUS Update ............................................................................ 4-26 4.3.13 MyLogo2 .......................[...]

vii Safety information Electrical safety T o 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 [...]

viii 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 s[...]

ix Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/W ARNING: 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 IMPORT ANT : Instruc[...]

x (continued on the next page)  APU AMD ® FM2 socket for AMD ® A-series/ Athlon™ Series processors Supports CPU up to 4 CPU cores AMD ® T urbo Core T echnology 3.0 support • The AMD ® T urbo Core T echnology 3.0 support depends on the APU type[...]

xi (continued on the next page) USB AMD ® A85X FCH: - 10 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at the mid-board, 2 ports at the back panel) - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at the mid-board, 2 ports at the back panel) Asmedia ® PCIe USB3.0 controller: - 2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue, at the back panel) * Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode ASUS unique features ASUS D[...]

xii (continued on the next page)  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 eSA T A port 2 x USB 2.0[...]

xiii Specications are subject to change without notice.  BIOS 64Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP , DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS V2.7, ACPI 2.0a Accessories 2 x Serial A T A 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x Q-Shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Support DVD Drivers AS[...]

xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer . • The illustrated items above are for reference only . Actual product specications may vary with different models. F2A85-M PRO User Manual ASUS F2A85-M PRO motherboard User Guide Support DVD [...]

xv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws  PC chassis Power supply unit AMD FM2 APU AMD FM2 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SA T A hard disk drive    ?[...]

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F2A85-M PRO 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights AMD ® A-series accelerated processors with AMD ® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD ® A- series accelerated processor with AMD ® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics. This revolutionary APU (Accelerated Processing Unit) combines proces[...]

1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.1.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 – DIGI+ VRM T ogether with the ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips, TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit), ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors feature DIGI+VRM, which launches power delivery into a digital standard wi[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-3 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1  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 , con[...]

1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. All of Q-Slot and Q-Shield design speed up and simplify the DIY process. ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Shield’s special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your motherboard. With better electric conductivity ,[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-5 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed T ake 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 w[...]

1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.2.2 Motherboard layout F2A85-M PRO PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_1 USB56 USB34 USB78 USB910 PANEL SPDIF_OUT AAFP CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN2 Lithium Cell CMOS Power Super I/O AUDIO ALC 892 ASM 1445 RTL 8111F ASM 1042 COM1 KBMS_USB12 64Mb BIOS SB_PWR CLRTC 24.[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-7 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 1-25 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN and 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2/3) 1-24 3. EPU switch 1-20 4. EPU LED (EPU_LED) 1-23 5. AMD FM2 socket 2-4 6. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-8 7. DRAM LE[...]

1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.2.3 System memory This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (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[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-9 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1  Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Memory module with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP Prole is not the JEDEC memory[...]

1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1    V endors Part No. [...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-1 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1  V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support  1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-27 1.65[...]

1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support  1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-4GBRH(XMP) 4GB(2x2GB) SS - - 7-7-7-24 1.6V • • • G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-4GBECO(XMP) 4GB(2x2GB) DS - - 7-7-8-[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-13 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. T iming V oltage DIMM socket support  1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs A-DA TA AD31333001GOU 1GB SS A-Data AD30908C8D- 151C E0906 - - • A-DA TA AD3U1333C2G9 2GB SS A-DA TA 3CCD-1509HNA1 126L - - ?[...]

1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. T iming V oltage DIMM socket support  1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/2G 2GB DS ELPIDA J1 108BDSE-DJ-F 9 1.5V • • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/2G-SP(Low prole) 2GB DS KTC D1288JE[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-15 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 DDR3 1066 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage  1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • • Crucial CT25664BA1067[...]

1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.2.4 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 x16_1 slot (Single @x16 or dual@x8x8 mode) 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 P[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-17 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 - - shared - - - - - PCIe x16_2 - - - shared - - - - PCIe x1_1 shared - - - - - - - PCIe x1_2 - - - shared - - - - ASM USB3 - shared - - - - - - USB 3.0_1 - - shared - - - - - USB 3.0_2 - shared - - - - - - Realtek 81 1 1F (LAN) [...]

1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button. • When the system is on and you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut down. Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly . • T urn of your system us[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-19 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 • Refer to section 1.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is not properly installed. T urn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS enviro[...]

1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 5. BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS le to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is updated automatic[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-21 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 T o erase the RTC RAM: 1. T urn 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 <D[...]

1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 2. DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-23 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 4. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable . F2A85-M PRO F2A85-M PRO EPU Boost LED EPU_LED   The FLBK LED lights when the USB Flashback button is pressed for three second[...]

1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 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. • The CPU_F AN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-25 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1      These connectors are for an A TX power supply . The plugs from the power supply are designed to t these connectors in on[...]

1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1        These connectors are for the Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables for Serial A T A hard disk drives and optical[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-27 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1   This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system cha[...]

1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1    This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.  [...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-29 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 • We recommend that you connect a high-denition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard 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 T ype item in the BIOS[...]

1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1   These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connec[...]

F2A85-M PRO 1-31 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1    This connector supports a T rusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certicates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security , protect [...]

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ASUS F2A85-M PRO 2-1 Chapter 2 Basic Installation 2 2.1 Building your PC system 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 1 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.[...]

2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel.[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 2-3 Chapter 2 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. F2A85-M PRO[...]

2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.2 APU installation The AMD FM2 socket is compatible with AMD A-series accelerated processors. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the FM2 socket. The CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the APU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the APU![...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 2-5 Chapter 2 3 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 .[...]

2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 T o install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 2-7 Chapter 2 3 4 5[...]

2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM 2.1.4 DIMM installation B A[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection 1 2 OR OR[...]

2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection OR 2 OR 1[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 2-1 1 Chapter 2 2.1.7 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards[...]

2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.2 BIOS update utility 2.2.1 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 USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds, and the BIOS is updated automatically[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 2-13 Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection [...]

2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 • DO NOT insert a dif ferent connector to the external SA T A port. DO NOT insert a dif ferent connector to the external SA T A port. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows ® [...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 2-15 Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports[...]

2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 2-17 Chapter 2   1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to[...]

2-18 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-1 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more exible and convenient mouse input. Y ou can easily navigate the new UEFI BIO[...]

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup T o enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self T est[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority . T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode , th[...]

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations. T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit , then select Advanced Mode[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-5 Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai T weaker, Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when entering a s[...]

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the syst[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-7 Chapter 3 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected elds in the BIOS setup program. T o set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item [...]

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 T o change a user password: 1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>. 4. Conrm the password when prompted. T o cle[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-9 Chapter 3 T arget CPU Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current CPU speed. T arget DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 3.4.1 Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . Select any of these preset overclocking conguration options: [A[...]

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.4.6 GPU Boost Allows you to congure the GPU Boost settings. [Auto] GPU is set to its optimized settings. [T urbo] Select to achieve better 3D performance. [Extreme] Select to get an excellent visual performance. [Manual] Select to manually set your preferred value. 3.4.7 OC T uner OC T uner automatically ov[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-1 1 Chapter 3 CPU Power Phase Control [Standard] Phase number is the number of working VRM phase. Increasing phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance. Reducing phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efciency . [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on th[...]

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 VDDNB Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you set the CPU V oltage item to [Offset Mode]. [+] T o offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] T o offset the voltage by a negative value. VDDNB Offset V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VDDNB Offset voltage. The values range from 0.00625V to 0.500[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-13 Chapter 3 3.4.18 DRAM VREFDQ V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM VREFDQ voltage. The values range from 0.435V to 1.065V with a 0.005V interval. • The values of the CPU Offset V oltage , CPU Manual V oltage , VDDNB Offset V oltage , VDDNB Manual V oltage , DRAM V oltage , SB 1.1V V oltage , 1.1Vsb V oltage , APU1.2V V [...]

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3   The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed. AMD PowerNow function [Enabled] Enables or disables the AMD PowerNow function.[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-15 Chapter 3 SVM [Enabled] Enables or disables CPU virtualization. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPB Mode [Auto] Allows you to disable CPB mode function. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] C6 Mode [Enabled] Enables or disables C6 mode function. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IOMMU [Disabled] En[...]

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 OnChip SA T A MAX Speed [SA T A 6.0Gb/s] Sets the maximum onboard SA T A port speed. Conguration options: [SA T A 6.0Gb/s] [SA T A 3.0Gb/s] S.M.A.R.T . Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T . (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting T echnology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur ,[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-17 Chapter 3 Integrated Graphics [Auto] Enables the integrated graphics controller . Conguration options: [Auto] [Force] UMA Frame Buffer Size [Auto] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Force]. Conguration options: [Auto] [32M] [64M] [128M] [256M] [512M] [1G] [2G] HDMI/DVI Port Output [Auto] Sets the H[...]

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Enabled] This item appears only when the Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller item is set to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Enables the Asmedia USB 3.0 battery charging function. [Disabled] Disables this function  The s[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-19 Chapter 3 Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/ Second will become user-congurable with set values. 3.5.7 Network Stack Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network[...]

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. 3.6.1 CPU T emperature / MB T emperature [xxx�C/xxx�F] [xxx�C/xxx�F] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the [...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-21 Chapter 3 3.6.4 CPU_F AN Q-Fan Control [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU_F AN Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU_F AN Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fa[...]

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.5 CHA_F AN1/2/3 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. CHA_F AN1/2/3 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] 1/2/3 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CHA_F AN1/2/3 Q-Fan Control feature an[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-23 Chapter 3 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. 3.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. 3.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled][...]

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 USB Support [Partial In...] [Disabled] All the USB devices will be available only afater entering the operating system (OS). [Full Initial] All the USB devices will be available during POST and in OS. [Partial Initial] Specic USB device / port will be available before entering OS. PS2 Devices Support [Enabled[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-25 Chapter 3 Launch PXE OpROM policy [DO NOT launch] Conguration option: [DO not launch] [Legacy rst] [UEFI rst] Launch Storage OpROM policy [Legacy only] Conguration option: [DO not launch] [Both, Legacy rst] [Both, UEFI rst] [Legacy rst] [UEFI rst] Other device ROM priority [Legacy first] Conguration [...]

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Delete the KEK Conguration options: [Y es] [No] Append an entry to KEK Conguration options: [OK] Set DB from File Conguration options: [OK] Get DB to File Conguration options: [OK] Delete the DB Conguration options: [Y es] [No] Append an entry to DB Conguration options: [OK] Set DBX from File C[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 3-27 Chapter 3 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 . 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot # [DIMM_A1] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected[...]

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Y ou can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup [...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-1 Chapter 4 Software support 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder . Double-click the ASSETUP .EXE to run the DVD. 4.1 Installing an operating system • This motherboard supports Windows ® XP/ Vista / 64-bit Vista / 7 / 8 / 64-b[...]

4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the ?[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates severa[...]

4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.2 T urboV EVO ASUS T urboV EVO introduces T urboV that allows you to manually adjust the APU frequency and related voltages as well as Auto T uning function that offers automatic and easy over lockin g and s ystem level u p. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch T urboV E[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-5 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings. Advanced mode Applies all changes immediately Undoes all changes without applying Click to restore all start-up settings Current values T arget values V oltage Adjustment bars GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU [...]

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 APU Multiplier Allows you to manually adjust the APU Multiplier . 1. Click on the APU Multiplier tab. 2. Drag the adjustment bar leftwards or rightwards to the desired value. 3. Click Apply for the changes to take effect. • Set the APU Multiplier item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the APU Multiplier func[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-7 Chapter 4 Auto T uning ASUS T urboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most exible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system conguration. • T o prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. Fast T un[...]

4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 3. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. T o keep the result, click Stop . 4. If you did not click Stop in the previous step, T urboV automatically starts further system overclockin[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-9 Chapter 4 4.3.3 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability . It also provides the highest power efciency , generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss. T o launch DIGI+VRM, click T ool > DIGI+ VRM on the AI Suite II [...]

4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specication. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration. Items Function d[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-1 1 Chapter 4 • Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU. • *Select *Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Clear button . • Refer to the software[...]

4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.5 F AN Xpert 2 F AN Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks all fan speeds, and provides you with optimized fan settings based on the fans’ specications and positions. Launching F AN Xpert 2 T o launch F AN Xpert 2, click T ool > F AN Xpert 2 from the AI Suite menu bar . Using F AN Xpert 2 Aut[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-13 Chapter 4 3. From the Fan Position screen, check and assign the locations of your fans, then click OK to exit the screen. If CPU or chassis fans have been changed, the Fan Auto Tuning process should be repeated. 4. Select any of these fan customized settings for each fan: • Silent: Minimized fan speed for silent fan operatio[...]

4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Advanced Mode F AN Xpert 2’s Advanced Mode button allows you to adjust the reaction speed for fan rotation based on the system’s temperature and to congure the fan’s rotation per minute. Smart Mode The Smart Mode allows you to adjust the reaction speed for fan rotation based on the system’s temp[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-15 Chapter 4 RPM Fixed Mode The RPM Fixed Mode tab allows you to set your fan speed when CPU temperature is below 75 degrees. Click and drag to make the adjustments Click to switch between CPU fan window and chassis fan windows 1 to 4 • T o protect your CPU, the fan will not automatically turn off even if you set the CPU fan po[...]

4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Fan Information Click the Fan Information button to see the details of each detected fan. Y ou can click on either the table button or the graph button to see the results. Click to see the results in graph format Click to see the results in table format[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-17 Chapter 4 USB fast-charging mode settings Click the dropdown box, and select a proper charge mode when your PC is off, in Sleep Mode, or Hibernate Mode. Disable: disables the USB fast-charging function. ASUS: fast-charges your connected ASUS devices. Apple: fast-charges your connected Apple devices. Kindle: fast-charges your K[...]

4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Setting up the charging function When a portable device is connected to the USB port of the PC, the USB Charger+ automatically detects the kind of your device. Charging the device Click to fast-charge your device. Click to stop fast- charging the connected device. Click to fast-charge your connected device[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-19 Chapter 4 4.3.7 USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically increases a USB 3.0 device’s transfer speed up to 170%. Launching USB 3.0 Boost T o launch USB 3.0 Boost, click T ool > USB 3.0 Boost on the AI Suite II main menu bar . [...]

4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.8 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS le to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is updated automatically . Scheduling the lates[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-21 Chapter 4 2. After the utility detects a new BIOS rmware, click from the Save to eld to save the BIOS rmware, select the USB ashdrive, and click Download . Downloading the updated BIOS 1. Click Check for New BIOS Update to check for the latest BIOS version. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS rmware. 3.[...]

4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.9 Ai Charger+ This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. •  Check your manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging Specication 1.1  Check your manufacturer if your USB[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-23 Chapter 4 4.3.10 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility , you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy opera[...]

4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.1 1 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specic time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes. Launching Sensor Recorder T o lau[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-25 Chapter 4 Using History Record 1. Click the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Record Interval and Record Duration . 2. Click Start Recording to start measuring and recording each sensor. 3. T o stop recording, click Recording again. 4. T o track the recorded contents, set T ype/ Date/ Select display it[...]

4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.12 ASUS Update ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment. Launching ASUS Update T o launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar . Using ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the [...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-27 Chapter 4 4.3.13 MyLogo2 MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen during the Power On Self T ests (POST). Launching ASUS Update T o launch MyLogo2, click Update > MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Using MyLogo Select the option that you want to use to update your bo[...]

4-28 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 5. Click Flash to update the boot logo. 6. When prompted, click Yes to reboot the system. Y ou will see the new boot logo the next time you start up the system. Ensure to enable the Full Screen Logo in BIOS to use this feature.  [...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-29 Chapter 4 B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows ® XP • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www. asus.com for detailed software conguration. • T o play Blu-Ray disc, make sure to use an HDCP compliant monitor . T o play Blu-Ray disc, make sure to use an HDCP compliant monitor. [...]

4-30 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.15 Network iControl • Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this function. • Network iControl is only supported under Windows 7 / 8 and can only support the onboard LAN. ASUS Network iControl, a one-stop setup network control center that gives you the EZ Start, Quick Connection, and EZ Pro[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-31 Chapter 4 Using Quick Connection  Before enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Connection functions, you must congure the PPPoE connection settings  [...]

4-32 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4    Click the Quick Connection tab. T ick Automatically connect online anytime option, then select th[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-33 Chapter 4    EZ Prole allows you to load, edit, and save your own network program priority prole. Click the  tab. The running programs are shown in the network program column. Select t[...]

4-34 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.16 Remote GO! Connect your computer to a network and use Remote GO! to stream media les to DLNA devices. It allows you to remotely control and access your computer using your mobile device, and easily transfer les between your computer and mobile device. • Remote GO! is supported only on Window[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-35 Chapter 4 W-Fi GO! Remote Install the W-Fi GO! Remote application on your mobile device to use Remote GO!’s remote control functions. • Wi-Fi GO! Remote supports iOS 4.0/Android 2.3 mobile devices or later versions. • For iOS devices, download the W-Fi GO! Remote from iT unes store. For Android devices, download the W-Fi[...]

4-36 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system. W-Fi GO! Remote menu Below are the supported screen resolution of your mobile devices: Screen type Low Density  Medium Density ?[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-37 Chapter 4 Using the DLNA Media Hub 1. From the main screen, click DLNA Media Hub . 2. Click to select a device as your receiver . When using your DLNA display (such as DLNA TV) as the receiver , ensure that DLNA function is enabled. When using another computer as the receiver , launch Windows Media Player ,click Stream > Al[...]

4-38 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 • Only computers under Windows ® 7/8 support the DLNA Media Hub function. • Keep the Windows Media Player open. Ensure that your media le formats supported on Windows Media Player and DLNA playback devices. 3. Click any of the tabs to select your preferred media le type. Playing music T o play m[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-39 Chapter 4    1. Click Video tab. 2. Tick Library to view the video les from your local computer . T ick Playlist to view the video les saved in your prole. 3. Click the video le you want to watch, an[...]

4-40 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Viewing the images T o view the images: 1. Click Photo tab. 2. Tick Library to view the image les from your local computer . T ick Playlist to view the image les saved in your prole. An image slideshow plays when pressing . Editing the image library T o edit the image library: 1. Tick Library . 2.[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-41 Chapter 4 3. The mobile device shows the information of the DLNA Media Hub function. T ap Enter to proceed to the Remote GO! function. 4. T ap Music , Video or Photo, to play . Y our mobile device’s WI-FI GO! Remote interface may vary with the mobile device’s operating system. Remote Desktop Remote Desktop allows you to vi[...]

4-42 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Using the Remote Desktop via W-Fi GO! Remote When the Remote Desktop is enabled, the mobile device shows the contents of your desktop. The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system. Click to go back to previous screen Appli[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 4-43 Chapter 4 File T ransfer Allows you to transfer les wirelessly between your computer and mobile device. Before using File T ransfer, ensure that your computer is connected to your mobile device. For more details, refer to the section Wi-Fi GO! Remote . • Android mobile devices can send and receive les. • iOS mobile d[...]

4-44 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 T ap to select   location T ap to send  T ap to select  T ap to clear all  The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile d[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 5-1 Chapter 5 RAID support 5   The motherboard comes with the AMD ® chipset that allows you to congure Serial A T A hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID congurations: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10. • Y ou must insta[...]

5-2 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 5.1.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array .     ?[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 5-3 Chapter 5 5.1.4 AMD ® Option ROM utility T o enter the AMD ® Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <F> to display the utility main menu. The Main Menu allows you to select an operation to perform. The Main Menu options include: View Drive Assignments: shows the status of the ha[...]

5-4 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 Creating a RAID volume T o create a RAID volume: 1. In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the  function. 2. Press <Ctrl> + <C>, and the following screen appears. 3. Move to the RAID Mode item and press <Space> to select [...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 5-5 Chapter 5  Be cautious when deleting a RAID volume. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID volume. T o delete a RAID volume: 1. In the Main Menu, press <3> to enter the Delete LD function. 2. Select the RAID[...]

5-6 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk A oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows ® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a oppy drive connector . Y ou have to use a USB The motherboard does not provide a oppy dr[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 5-7 Chapter 5 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® OS installation T o install the RAID driver in Windows ® XP: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the <F6> key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver . 2. Press <F6>, and then insert the oppy disk with RAID driver into the[...]

5-8 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5   Due to OS limitation, Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a oppy disk during the OS installation. T o solve this issue, add the USB oppy disk[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 5-9 Chapter 5 Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10. Save and exit the le. 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem le. 9. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sec[...]

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ASUS F2A85-M PRO 6-1 Chapter 6 Multiple GPU support 6 6.1 AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 6.1.1 Requirements In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two id[...]

6-2 Chapter 6: Multiple GPU support Chapter 6 6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only . The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 1. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. 2. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 6-3 Chapter 6 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 6.1.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your [...]

6-4 Chapter 6: Multiple GPU support Chapter 6 1 Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireX TM . 2. Select Enable CrossFireX TM . 3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. 4. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. 2 3 4[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 6-5 Chapter 6 6.2 AMD ® Dual Graphics technology The motherboard supports the AMD ® Dual Graphics technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) CrossFireX cards. 6.2.1 System requirements Before using AMD Dual Graphics, ensure that your system meets the following basic requirements: • Operating Sys[...]

6-6 Chapter 6: Multiple GPU support Chapter 6 6.2.4 Using the AMD ® CA T AL YST ® Control Center Using an add-on graphics card 1. Install a graphics card onto your motherboard. Refer to the User Guide that comes with your graphics card for details. 2. Right-click on the Windows ® desktop, then click    ?[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 6-7 Chapter 6 1. Follow steps 1 to 3 on Using the onboard graphics card . 2. From the AMD CA T AL YST(R) Control Center screen, click Display Manager > Graphics Adapter . Select AMD Radeon HD 4250 Graphics [Gabbs, G HW173] . Click OK , and then Y es from the conrmation window . 3. Follow steps 6 to step 8 on Using the onboard[...]

6-8 Chapter 6: Multiple GPU support Chapter 6 6.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP LucidLogix Virtu MVP allows your computer’s VGA output and discrete graphic cards to perform better , respond faster and process media les smoother within a low power environment. Its GPU virtualization assigns tasks to the best available graphic source while the newly-desi[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 6-9 Chapter 6 6.3.2 Setting up your display LucidLogix Virtu MVP solution comes with two distinct modes that allows you to e njoy better graphics either from your built-in video output (i-Mode) or from a discrete graphics card (d- Mode). i-Mode T o use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in i-Mode, the display must be connected to the onboard vid[...]

6-10 Chapter 6: Multiple GPU support Chapter 6   Launch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to congure the main features, adjust the performance settings and select applications for graphical virtualization. T o open the control pa[...]

ASUS F2A85-M PRO 6-1 1 Chapter 6 Click to turn Hyperformance® ON or OFF Click to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFF Performance Allows you to turn ON/OFF the Hyperformance ® or Virtual Vsync function.[...]

6-12 Chapter 6: Multiple GPU support Chapter 6 See the descriptions of these columns below: • D column allows you to run applications with the discrete graphic card. Sel ect D to enable 3D graphical performance for that application. • I column allows to run applications with iGPU. Select I for applications with media I column allows to run appl[...]

F2A85-M PRO A-1 Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equ[...]

A-2 Appendices IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Opera[...]

F2A85-M PRO A-3 REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr .asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable p[...]

A-4 Appendices ASUS contact information ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei, T aiwan 1 1259 T elephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site www.asus.com.tw T echnical Support T elephone +86-21-3842991 1 Online support support.asus.com [...]

F2A85-M PRO A-5 EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product na[...]