Asus 90MB0F30M0AAY0 manuel d'utilisation

Motherboard H87I-PLUS[...]

ii E8210 First Edition April 2013 Copyright © 2013 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 purchase[...]

iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... iv About this guide ......................................................................................................... iv Package contents .....................................................................[...]

iv 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 c[...]

v 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 Y our product package may include optional documenta[...]

vi (continued on the next page) H87I-PLUS specications summary CPU LGA1 150 socket for Intel ® 4th Generation Core TM i7/ i5 / i3, Pentium ® , Celeron ® Processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0* * The Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www .asus.com for Intel [...]

vii H87I-PLUS specications 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 Capaci[...]

viii H87I-PLUS specications summary Specications are subject to change without notice. Internal I/O connectors/ buttons/switches 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x SA T A 6.0Gb/s connectors (yellow) 1 x CPU fan connector (4-pin) 1 x C[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 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 wrist strap or touch a safely grounded obj[...]

1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction H87I-PLUS Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1.2.3 Motherboard layout S U L P - I 7 8 H PCIEX16 Super I/O F_PANEL AAFP ATX12V EATXPWR CPU_FAN CHA_FAN USB1112 USB78 USB910 USB34 Intel I217 ASM 1442 ALC 887 8MB BIOS SB_PWR 17cm(6.7in) 17cm(6.7in) Intel ® H87 SATA_6 SATA_5 SATA_2 SATA_1 SATA_4 SATA_3 S[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 150 socket designed for the Intel ® 4th generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium ® , Celeron ® processors. H87I-PLUS H87I-PLUS CPU socket LGA1150 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 1-1[...]

1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 2 3 A B A B C 4 5[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-5 1.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation T o install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 B A A B 1 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary . 3 4[...]

1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview 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 perform[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-7 • Y ou 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. • Due to Intel ® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory mo[...]

1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it ts in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket in the wrong direction to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 1.4.4 Removing a DIMM T o remove a DIMM:[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-9 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card T o install an expansion card: 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot[...]

1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou 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 infor[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-1 1 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard/mouse. 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable 3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devi[...]

1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction 8. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 9. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.0/2.0 devices. 10. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.0/2.0 dev[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-13 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. 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ni[...]

1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN) 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 . Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside th[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-15 • We recommend that you use an A TX 12V Specication 2.0-compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 300W power rating. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin A TX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up. • We recommend that you use a PSU with higher p[...]

1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB1 1 12) 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cations and supports up to 480Mbps conne[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-17 9. System panel connector (20-8 pin P ANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. S U L P - I 7 8 H PIN 1 PWR_BTN GND PWR PWR_LED- PWR_LED+ (NC) HWRST# Ground HDD_LED- HDD_LED+ F_PANEL PWR_LED +HD_LED RESET H87I-PLUS System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the [...]

1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.8 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. T[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 1-19 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® 7 (32bit/64bit) and Windows ® 8 (32bit/64bit) Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary . Refer to [...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-1 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS le to a USB ash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility . 2.1.1 EZ Update BIOS information 2 EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your m[...]

2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website at www .asus.com. T o update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB ash disk that contains the latest B[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Y ou can restore a corrupted BIOS le using the motherboard support DVD or a USB ash drive that contains the updated BIOS le. • Bef[...]

2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started Booting the system in DOS environment 1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer . When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show th e BIOS Boot Device Select Menu . Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive a[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-5 3. Press <T ab> to switch between screen elds and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS le and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS le and prompts you to conrm BIOS update. 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Up[...]

2-6 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup T o enter BIOS Setup at startup: Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self T[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-7 • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the display la[...]

2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started Navigation keys General help Menu bar Submenu item Conguration elds Menu items Pop-up window Back button 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[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-9 Submenu items A greater than sign (>) before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu. T o display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>. Pop-up window Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the conguration options for that item. Scroll bar A scroll ba[...]

2-10 Chapter 2: Getting started Adding items to My Favorites T o add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add. When using a mouse, hover the pointer to the item. 2. Press <F4> on your keyboard or right-click on your mouse to add the item to My Favorites page. Y ou cannot add the [...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-1 1 2.4 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. 2.4.1 System Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language versi[...]

2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started 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[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-13 2.5 Ai T weaker menu The Ai T weaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai T weaker menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. The conguration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed [...]

2-14 Chapter 2: Getting started Scroll down to display the following items: Scroll down to display the following items: T arget CPU T urbo-Mode Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU T urbo-Mode speed. T arget DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target DRAM speed. T arget Cache Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target Cache speed. T arget DMI/PCIE Clock [...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-15 T arget CPU Graphics Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU Graphics speed. 2.5.1 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: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual][...]

2-16 Chapter 2: Getting started 4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] This item becomes congurable only when the CPU Core Ratio is set to [Per Core] and allows you to set the 4 Core Ratio Limit. Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default T urbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 3- Core Ratio Limit. 1[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-17 2.5.1 1 DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. T o restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press <Enter>. Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If [...]

2-18 Chapter 2: Getting started CPU Current Capability [Auto] Allows you to congure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously . Conguration options: [Auto] [100%] [1 10%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. 2.5.13 CPU Power [...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-19 CPU Internal Power Fault Control Thermal Feedback [Auto] Allows your system to take precautionary actions to be taken by the CPU when the thermal conditions of the external regulator exceeds the threshold. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Disable this item to prevent t[...]

2-20 Chapter 2: Getting started Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufcient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. Higher value provides better power-saving condition.Use <+> and <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0A to 50A at 1Amp increment. Power Saving Level 3 Threshol[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-21 2.5.16 CPU Cache V oltage [Auto] Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the uncore of the processor including its cache. Increase the voltage when increasing Ring frequency . Conguration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] [ Adaptive Mode ] is available for some specic CPU types. CPU [...]

2-22 Chapter 2: Getting started The following items appear only when you set the CPU Graphics V oltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode] . Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] T o offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] T o offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU Graphics V oltage Offset Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The [...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-23 CPU Digital I/O V oltage Offset [Auto] Allows you to congure the amount of voltage fed to the digital portion of the I/O on the processor . Increase the amount of voltage when increasing DRAM frequency . Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. 2.5[...]

2-24 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.5.27 DRAM DA T A REF V oltage on CHB [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DA T[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-25 2.6.1 CPU Conguration Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. Hyper-threading [Enabled] The Intel Hyper-Threading T echnology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical process[...]

2-26 Chapter 2: Getting started CPU Power Management Conguration This item allows you to manage and congure the CPU’s power . Enhanced Intel SpeedStep T echnology [Enabled] Allows your system to adjust the processor ’s voltage and cores frequency , resulting in decreased power consumption and heat production. [Disabled] The CPU runs at it[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-27 DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to control the ASPM (Active State Power Management) on both Northbridge side and Southbridge side of the DMI Link. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] ASPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to set the ASPM level. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PCIe[...]

2-28 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.6.3 SA T A Conguration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SA T A devices. The SA T A Port items show Not Present if no SA T A device is installed to the corresponding SA T A port. SA T A Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SA T A conguration. [Disabled] Disables the S[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-29 Graphics Conguration Allows you to select a primary display from iGPU, and PCIe graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] Allows you to select which of the iGPU/PCIE Graphics device for Primary Display . Conguration options: [Auto] [iGPU] [PCIE] iGPU Memory [Auto] Allows you to set the system memory size allocated to DVMT [...]

2-30 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.6.5 USB Conguration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled][...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-31 2.6.7 Onboard Devices Conguration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller . The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled] . Front Panel T ype [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AA[...]

2-32 Chapter 2: Getting started [Ctrl-Esc] Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Power Key] Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an A TX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PCIE [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the PCIE/PCI devices to generate a[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-33 2.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: 2.7.1 CPU T emperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperature. Select Ignore if you do not wish to dis[...]

2-34 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.7.3 CPU Input V oltage (VCCIN), 3.3V V oltage, 5V V oltage, 12V V oltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. 2.7.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control fea[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-35 Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the Chassis fan warning speed. Conguration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable th[...]

2-36 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the following items:[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-37 2.8.1 Boot Conguration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. The following four items appear only when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled] . USB Support [Partial In...] [Disabled] All USB devices will not be available until [...]

2-38 Chapter 2: Getting started Post Delay Time [3 sec] This item appears only when you set the Boot Logo Display item to [Enabled]. This item allows you to select a desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS Setup. Y ou can only execute the POST delay time during normal boot. The values range from 0 to 10 seconds. This feature w[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-39 The following four items appear when you set Launch CSM to [Enabled] . Boot Devices Control [UEFI and L...] Allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot. Conguration options: [UEFI and Legacy OpROM] [Legacy OpROM only] [UEFI only] Boot from Network Devices [Legacy OpR...] Allows you to select the type of net[...]

2-40 Chapter 2: Getting started Load PK from File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. [Y es] Load the default PK. [Enabled] Load from a USB storage device. The PK le must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) ma[...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-41 The db le must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. dbx Management The dbx (Revoked Signature database) lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded. Delete the dbx Allows you to delete the dbx le from your system. Deleting the dbx expos[...]

2-42 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.9 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 2.9.1 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 [...]

ASUS H87I-PLUS 2-43 2.10 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 menus. When you [...]

H87I-PLUS 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 equip[...]

A-2 Appendices Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. VCCI: Japan Compliance S[...]

H87I-PLUS A-3 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 ASUS COMPUTER INTERNA TIONAL (America) Address 800 Cor[...]

A-4 Appendices DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont , CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : H87I-PLUS Conforms to the following specifications: FC C P[...]