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ECS Q87H3-M5
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Q87H3-M5 USER MANUAL
Preface
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufac-
turer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof
and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for
any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publica-
tion and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation
of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners
and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential instal-
lation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern-
ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

ECS Q87H3-M5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandECS
ModelQ87H3-M5
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Introducing the Motherboard

Chapter 1: Motherboard Specifications

Core Components and Connectivity

Details CPU, Chipset, Memory, Expansion Slots, Storage, Audio, and LAN specifications.

IO Ports and Internal Headers

Lists rear panel I/O ports and internal connectors/headers available on the motherboard.

Chapter 1: System BIOS and Form Factor

System BIOS Features

Describes system BIOS capabilities including Plug and Play, STR, DMI, and language support.

Form Factor Details

Specifies the motherboard's form factor as Micro ATX with dimensions 244mm x 244mm.

Chapter 1: Motherboard Component Layout

Chapter 1: IO Ports Description

Peripheral Ports Overview

Details PS/2, Display, HDMI, VGA, DVI, LAN, and USB 3.0 ports, plus Audio Jacks.

Chapter 2: Motherboard Installation

Safety Precautions and Chassis Mounting

Provides safety guidelines for installation and steps for mounting the motherboard in a chassis.

Chapter 2: Jumper Settings

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

Installing the CPU

Detailed steps for safely installing the CPU processor into the LGA1150 socket.

Chapter 2: Installing the CPU Cooler

CPU Cooler Installation Steps

Guides on applying thermal grease, mounting the cooler, and connecting the fan.

Chapter 2: Installing Memory Modules

Memory Module Installation

Step-by-step instructions for inserting DDR3 DIMM modules into the motherboard slots.

Chapter 2: Recommended Memory Configuration

Chapter 2: Installing Add-on Cards

Expansion Slot Types and Usage

Describes PCI Express (x16, x1) and PCI slots for adding functionality.

Chapter 2: Connecting Optional Devices

Chapter 2: Chassis and Parallel Port Headers

Chassis Intrusion and Parallel Port Headers

Details connections for chassis intrusion detection and onboard parallel port.

Chapter 2: Serial and SATA Port Connections

Serial and SATA Port Connections

Explains onboard serial port headers and SATA connectors for storage devices.

Chapter 2: Front Panel USB Headers

Front Panel USB Header Connections

Guides on connecting front panel USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 headers to the motherboard.

Chapter 2: ME Unlock and Audio Headers

ME Unlock and Audio Header Connections

Details ME Unlock header and front panel audio header connections for system features.

Chapter 2: AC97 Audio Configuration

Chapter 2: Installing SATA Hard Drives

SATA Connectors and Installation

Explains SATA connectors and provides instructions for installing SATA hard drives.

Chapter 2: Connecting Case Components

Buzzer Header Connection

Instructions for connecting the case buzzer cable to the motherboard's buzzer header.

Chapter 2: Fan and Power Connector Wiring

Fan and Power Connector Wiring

Guides on connecting CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN, ATX_POWER, and ATX12V connectors.

Chapter 2: Power Cable Connections

Power Cable Connections

Details connecting 24-pin and 4-pin power cables and speaker headers.

Chapter 2: Front Panel Header Wiring

Chapter 3: Using the BIOS Setup Utility

BIOS Setup Utility Overview and Entry

Explains the BIOS utility's purpose, features, and how to enter the setup menu.

Chapter 3: BIOS Navigation and Interface

BIOS Navigation and CMOS Reset

Details BIOS navigation keys, interface elements, and resetting CMOS values.

Chapter 3: BIOS Navigation Keys

Chapter 3: Main BIOS Menu

System Language and DateTime Settings

Describes how to set system language and manage system date and time.

Chapter 3: Advanced BIOS Menu Options

Chapter 3: LAN Configuration

Chapter 3: PC Health Status and Smart Fan

Chapter 3: Fan Control Settings

Chapter 3: Power Management Setup

Chapter 3: PCI Express Configuration

Chapter 3: ACPI Configuration

Chapter 3: CPU Configuration

Chapter 3: CPU Feature Settings

Chapter 3: SATA Configuration

Chapter 3: USB Configuration

Chapter 3: Super IO Configuration

Chapter 3: Serial Port 1 and 2 Configuration

Chapter 3: Serial Port 3 Configuration

Chapter 3: Serial Port 4 Configuration

Chapter 3: Serial Port 5 Configuration

Chapter 3: Parallel Port Configuration

Chapter 3: Trusted Computing Settings

Chapter 3: Intel Technologies Configuration

Chapter 3: Intel ME BIOS Extension Configuration

Chapter 3: Chipset Menu

Chapter 3: Graphics and Audio Configuration

Chapter 3: Multi-Monitor Technology Setup

Chapter 3: Display Appearance Settings

Chapter 3: Display Device Settings

Chapter 3: PCH Configuration

Chapter 3: ME Configuration

Chapter 3: M.I.B. X Menu

Chapter 3: CPU Ratio and Performance Settings

Chapter 3: North Bridge Configuration

Chapter 3: Memory Configuration

Chapter 3: Memory Timing and Interleave Settings

Chapter 3: DDR PowerDown and Refresh Settings

Chapter 3: Over Voltage Configuration

Chapter 3: SVID and FIVR Settings

Chapter 3: Boot Menu Options

Chapter 3: Security Menu Settings

Chapter 3: Exit Menu Options

Chapter 3: Updating the BIOS

Chapter 4: Intel Matrix Storage Manager RAID

Chapter 4: RAID Configuration Steps

Chapter 4: Entering RAID BIOS Utility

Chapter 4: Creating a RAID Set

Chapter 4: Confirming RAID Set Creation

Chapter 4: Deleting a RAID Set

Chapter 4: Resetting Disks to Non-RAID

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Start-up Issues

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Post-Assembly Issues

Chapter 5: Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart

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