Asus A85XM-A User Manual

Motherboard
A85XM-A

Asus A85XM-A Specifications

General

Brand	Asus
Model	A85XM-A
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety Precautions

Operational Safety Guidelines

Product Specifications Summary

APU, Chipset, Graphics, and Memory

Expansion Slots, Storage, LAN, and Audio

USB Connectivity and ASUS Unique Features

Product Introduction

Special Features and Product Highlights

ASUS Power, Cooling, and Utility Features

Protection and System Management Features

Hardware Installation Guide

Pre-Installation Safety Precautions

Lists essential precautions before installing components or changing settings.

Motherboard Overview: Placement and Screw Holes

Motherboard Layout Diagram

Diagram illustrating the physical layout and placement of motherboard components.

APU and Heatsink Installation Procedures

Step-by-step guides for installing the APU and its heatsink.

System Memory (DIMM) Installation and Configurations

Introduces DIMM sockets, installation, and memory configurations.

Expansion Slots and Their Functions

Jumpers for System Configuration

Instructions for clearing CMOS/RTC RAM using the CLRTC jumper.

Rear Panel Ports and Their Functions

Identifies and describes all rear panel connectors and their functions.

Internal Connectors and Wiring

BIOS Configuration Guide

Managing and Updating Your BIOS

Overview of BIOS management, saving, and updating procedures using ASUS utilities.

BIOS Setup Program Navigation and Modes

Explains entering BIOS, modes (EZ/Advanced), and navigation keys.

Main Menu System Settings

Ai Tweaker Menu for Overclocking

Details menu items for configuring overclocking-related settings.

Advanced Menu for System Device Settings

Monitor Menu for System Status

Displays system temperature, power status, and fan settings.

Boot Menu for System Startup Options

Tools Menu for Utility Access

Exit Menu for Saving and Loading Defaults