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Asus CS-B User Manual

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Motherboard
CS-B

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Asus CS-B Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1066, 1333, 1600 MHz
Processor socketLGA 1150 (Socket H3)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Pentium
Intel® Core i3/i5/i7/i9 seriesi3-4xxx, i5-4xxx, i7-4xxx
CPU fan connectorYes
USB 2.0 connectors2
Number of SATA connectors-
Number of SATA III connectors5
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors1
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Audio chipRealtek ALC887-VD
Cooling typePassive
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntel® Q87
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA III
Maximum resolution4096 x 2160 pixels
Number of displays supported3
Cables includedSATA
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8111G
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version2.0a
BIOS memory size16 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width244 mm

Summary

Safety Information and Guide Overview

Electrical and Operation Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for handling and operating the motherboard.

Guide Structure and Resources

Explains the guide's organization and where to find more information.

Finding More Information and Guide Conventions

Additional Resources and Typography

Lists resources for updates and explains typography used in the manual.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Pre-installation Precautions

Important safety and preparation steps before installation.

Motherboard Overview and Placement

Introduces the motherboard and its physical orientation.

Motherboard Layout and Component Identification

Motherboard Layout Diagram

Visual representation of the motherboard's layout.

Component and Connector Identification

Detailed list of motherboard components and connectors.

CPU and System Memory Installation

CPU Socket and Compatibility Details

Information on the CPU socket and supported processors.

System Memory (DDR3 DIMM) Installation Guide

How to install DDR3 DIMM modules and memory configurations.

CPU Installation Procedure

Installing the Central Processing Unit

Step-by-step instructions for CPU installation.

CPU Heatsink and Fan Assembly

CPU Heatsink and Fan Installation Guide

Guidance on attaching the CPU cooler assembly.

System Memory (RAM) Installation Procedures

Memory Configuration and Compatibility

Details on memory configurations and compatibility.

DIMM Installation and Removal Steps

Step-by-step procedures for handling DIMM modules.

Expansion Slots and Cards

Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards

Procedures for adding expansion cards to the motherboard.

Jumpers and Onboard Device Settings

Clear CMOS (RTC RAM) Jumper Function

Procedure to reset CMOS settings using the CLRTC jumper.

Intel ME Jumper Configuration

How to enable or disable the Intel ME function via jumper.

Rear Panel Connectors Overview

Rear Panel I/O Port Descriptions

Details of each port on the rear I/O panel.

Rear Panel Audio, Network, and USB Ports

Audio Ports and Channel Configurations

Descriptions of audio jacks and their channel configurations.

LAN and USB Port Details

Details on LAN ports and USB connectivity options.

Rear Panel and Internal Connectors

Specific Rear Panel Ports (DVI-I, PS/2)

Descriptions of specific rear panel ports.

Internal Serial Port Connector

How to connect serial port modules internally.

Internal Power and Speaker Connectors

ATX Power Supply Connectors

Information on connecting the power supply unit.

Chassis Speaker Connector

How to connect the system's internal speaker.

Internal Front Panel Connectors

Front Panel Audio Connector

Connecting front panel audio modules to the motherboard.

Chassis Intrusion Detection Connector

Connecting chassis intrusion detection sensors or switches.

Internal Fan and Storage Connectors

CPU and Chassis Fan Connectors

Connecting case and CPU fans to motherboard headers.

SATA 6Gb/s Storage Connectors

Connecting SATA storage devices to the motherboard.

Internal USB Connectivity

USB 3.0 Front Panel Connector

Connecting USB 3.0 front panel modules.

USB 2.0 Internal Connectors

Connecting USB 2.0 front panel modules.

System Panel and Parallel Port Connectors

System Panel Connector Functionality

Connecting chassis front panel buttons and LEDs.

Parallel Port (LPT) Connector

Connecting parallel port devices like printers.

Onboard LEDs and Indicators

Standby Power LED Indicator

Description and function of the standby power indicator LED.

Software Support and Utilities

Installing Operating System and Support DVD

Guidance on OS installation and using the support DVD.

Chapter 2: BIOS Information

Managing and Updating Your BIOS

Overview of BIOS management and update utilities.

ASUS EZ Update Utility Guide

Using ASUS EZ Update for software and BIOS updates.

BIOS Update Utilities

ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Guide

Instructions for updating BIOS using the EZ Flash 2 utility.

BIOS Recovery and DOS Environment Updates

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Recovery Utility

Auto-recovery tool for corrupted BIOS files.

Updating BIOS via DOS Environment

Procedures for updating BIOS using the DOS environment.

BIOS Setup Program Navigation and Modes

Entering BIOS Setup

Methods to access the BIOS setup utility from startup or after POST.

BIOS Menu Screen Overview

Introduction to EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.

BIOS Menu Screen Modes

EZ Mode and Advanced Mode Details

Explains the features of EZ Mode and how to access Advanced Mode.

Advanced Mode BIOS Interface

Advanced Mode Screen Description

Detailed description of the Advanced Mode interface elements.

BIOS Navigation and Menu Items

BIOS Menu Bar and Navigation Keys

Description of main menu categories and navigation controls.

My Favorites and BIOS Item Management

Using the My Favorites Function

How to save and manage favorite BIOS settings.

Adding BIOS Items to Favorites

Steps to add frequently used BIOS items to My Favorites.

Main Menu System Information

Main Menu Overview and Basic Settings

System information and basic settings like language, date, and time.

BIOS Security Settings

Administrator Password Management

How to set, change, or clear administrator BIOS passwords.

User Password Management

How to set, change, or clear user BIOS passwords.

Ai Tweaker Menu: Overclocking and Performance Tuning

Ai Tweaker Menu Overview

Introduction to the overclocking configuration settings.

CPU Core Ratio and Frequency Settings

Details on CPU Core Ratio, Cache Ratio, and BCLK Frequency.

DRAM Timing and Control Settings

DRAM Frequency and GPU Boost Options

Settings for memory operating frequency and integrated graphics boost.

DRAM Timing Control Parameters

Detailed configuration of primary and secondary DRAM timings.

DIGI+ VRM and CPU Power Management

DIGI+ VRM Load-Line Calibration

Adjusting CPU voltage based on load conditions.

CPU Power Management Features

Settings for Intel SpeedStep, Turbo Mode, and CPU C-states.

CPU Voltage and Power Control Settings

CPU Core Voltage and Offset Configuration

Configuring CPU core voltage and offset modes.

CPU Cache Voltage and Related Settings

Configuring CPU cache voltage and related parameters.

Chapter 2.6: Advanced Menu Overview

Trusted Computing and TPM Feature Settings

Configuration options for the Trusted Platform Module.

CPU Configuration Options

CPU Core, Virtualization, and Prefetcher Settings

Settings for CPU cores, virtualization, and hardware prefetcher.

CPU Power and C-State Management

CPU Power Management Features

EIST, Turbo Mode, and CPU C-state configuration.

Detailed CPU C-State Options

Specific settings for enhanced C1, C3, C6, C7 states and latency.

PCH and PCIe Configuration Settings

PCH Configuration: DMI, ASPM, and PCIe Speed

DMI Link control, ASPM support, and PCIe speed settings.

Rapid Start Technology and Hybrid Disk Support

Settings for Intel Rapid Start Technology and hybrid disk support.

SATA and Smart Connect Configuration

SATA Configuration Modes (AHCI, IDE, RAID)

Configuration modes for SATA storage devices.

Smart Connect and Power Policy Settings

Settings for Intel Smart Connect Technology and deep sleep power policies.

System Agent and Memory Configuration

Graphics, DMI, and PCIe Configuration Settings

Settings for graphics display, DMI, and PCIe Express.

Memory Scrambler and Remap Options

Memory scrambler and memory remapping options.

AMT and USB Configuration Options

AMT Configuration Settings

Settings for Intel Active Management Technology.

USB Configuration: Legacy Support and xHCI Mode

Configuration for USB devices and xHCI controller mode.

USB Port Control and Serial Port Redirection

USB Port Control and Platform Misc Settings

Individual USB port control and platform miscellaneous configurations.

Serial Port Console Redirection

Configuration for remote serial port management.

Onboard Device Configuration

HD Audio and LAN Controller Settings

Configuring onboard audio and Realtek/Intel LAN controllers.

PXE Option ROM Settings for LAN

Enabling/disabling PXE boot options for LAN controllers.

Serial and Parallel Port Configuration

Serial Port (COM) Configuration Details

Settings for serial communication ports.

Parallel Port (LPT) Configuration Details

Settings for parallel communication ports.

APM and Network Stack Configuration

APM Settings: Power Loss and Wake Events

Configuration for AC power loss recovery and wake-on events.

Network Stack and PXE Boot Support

UEFI network stack settings and PXE boot support.

Chapter 2.7: Monitor Menu

CPU Temperature and Fan Speed Monitoring

Monitoring CPU temperature and fan RPMs.

CPU Voltage Monitoring

Monitoring critical CPU voltages.

CPU Q-Fan Control Configuration

Enabling and configuring CPU fan speed control features.

Chassis Fan Control and Monitoring

CPU Fan Profile and Speed Limit Settings

CPU fan speed profiles and low limit settings.

Chassis Fan Profile and Speed Limit Settings

Chassis fan speed profiles and low limit settings.

Boot Menu and Fast Boot Configuration

Boot Menu Overview and Options

Introduction to system boot options.

Fast Boot Configuration Settings

Settings to accelerate the system boot process.

Boot Options and Logo Display Settings

USB and PS/2 Support During Boot

Configuring USB and PS/2 device support during boot.

Boot Logo Display and POST Delay Time

Controlling boot logo display and POST delay settings.

Boot Error Handling and Setup Mode

Error Handling and Option ROM Messages

Settings for error reporting and third-party ROM messages.

Setup Mode Selection and CSM Configuration

Selecting BIOS setup mode and configuring CSM.

Secure Boot Configuration Options

Boot Device Control and Secure Boot Settings

Controlling boot device order and secure boot features.

Secure Boot Key Management Overview

Managing secure boot keys for system security.

Secure Boot Key Management Details

Platform Key (PK) Management

Managing the Platform Key for firmware security.

Key Exchange Key (KEK) Management

Managing the Key Exchange Key for signature databases.

Signature Database (DB) Management

Managing the authorized signature database.

Secure Boot DBX and Boot Option Priorities

Revoked Signature Database (DBX) Management

Managing the revoked signature database.

Boot Option Priorities and Override

Setting boot device sequence and overriding default boot order.

Chapter 2.9: Tools Menu Options

ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility

Running the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility for BIOS updates.

ASUS O.C. Profile Management

Saving and loading overclocking profiles.

ASUS SPD Information Display

Viewing Serial Presence Detect information for DIMMs.

Chapter 2.10: Exit Menu Options

Loading Optimized BIOS Defaults

Loading default BIOS settings.

Saving or Discarding BIOS Changes

Exiting BIOS and saving or discarding changes.

Accessing EZ Mode from Exit Menu

Switching to EZ Mode from the Exit menu.

Appendices and Regulatory Notices

FCC and Canadian Compliance Statements

Regulatory compliance statements for FCC and Industry Canada.

Regulatory Compliance and Recycling Information

VCCI, KC, and REACH Compliance

Japanese, Korean, and EU chemical substance compliance.

Product Recycling and Takeback Services

Information on responsible disposal and recycling of the product.

ASUS Contact Information by Region

ASUS Global and Regional Contact Details

General contact and technical support information for ASUS offices worldwide.

Declaration of Conformity

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Official FCC compliance declaration for the motherboard.

EC Declaration of Conformity

Official European Community conformity declaration for the motherboard.

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