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1. DU CHATA pogori EG JCMOS1 ay 14 gt a 38 USB13 3usgrslusdoto po 2 05856 USB1112 anc oo 5 na codon M Toro DUDI PCIEX1 1 A d oonocoboocnosan 00 C1 11 ocoon anon sacs ogo nnn vox poo 1 2 ISETCOM1 COM4 COM6 COM5 COM3 JCOMPWR1 16 EAX Q87 User s Manual DIMMB DIMMA EATXPWR1 SYS 1 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATAS EAX Q87 User s Manual You can configure your board to match the needs of your application by setting jumpers A jumper is the simplest kind of electric switc2. 2j CESSES 1 3 d 0000 oococooco Sel pens Before installing the CPU make sure that the socket box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left 2 Press the load lever with your thumb A then move it to the left B until it is released from the retention tab Retention tab Load lever prevent damage to the socket pins not remove the PnP unless you are installing a CPU 20 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 Lift the Load lever with your thumb and forefinger to around 180 angle A then pull the PnP cap from the CPU socket to remove B 4 Position the CPU over the socket making sure that the gold triangle is on the top left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU notch CPU notch Gold triangle Alignment key 5 Pull back the load lever then push the load lever A until it Snaps into the retention tab The CPU fits in only one correct orientation DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU EAX Q87 User s Manual 21 EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 4 2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan Intel Core 17 15 13 LGA1150 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assem
3. 2012 American Megatrends Inc EAX Q87 User s Manual 47 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 3 CPU configuration aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc RED 311 Version 2 15 1236 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc e configuration Displays the CPU information Active Processor Cores select the numbers of cores in each processor package Configuration options All 1 2 8 4 5 6 7 It depends on each CPU Intel Virtualization Technology Enabled When enable a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology Configuration options Disabled Enabled 48 EAX Q87 User s Manual EIST Enabled Enable disable speed step Configuration options Disabled Enabled e Turbo Mode Enabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled e Enhanced C1 States Enabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled e CPU C3 Report Enabled Use this to enable or disable CPU C3 report to OS Configuration options Disabled Enabled e CPU C6 Report Disabled Use this to enable or disable CPU C6 report to OS Configuration options Disabled Enabled EAX Q87 User s Manual Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc EAX Q87 User s Manual 49 EAX Q87 User s Manual e CPU C7 Report Disabled Use this to enable or disable CPU C7 report to OS Configu
4. EAX Q87 Intel Q87 with Core 17 15 13 ATX Motherboard User s Manual EE 1 Ed 22 October 2013 Part No E2047AQ8700R EAX Q87 User s Manual FCC Statement SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS 1 THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE 2 THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES USES AND CAN RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 FCC RULES OPERATION IS This guide is designed for experienced users to setup the system within the shortest time For detailed information please always refer to the electronic user s manual Copyright 2013 Avalue Technology Inc ALL RIGHTS RESERVED No part of this document may be reproduced copied translated or transmitted in any form or by any means e
5. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the Socket 26 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual DDR3 DIMM notch m Unlocked retaining clip 3 Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated a TT 1277 4 771 7724 THEE as 71 24 7 e 8 990 Sigg 74 4 7 ____ ieee 2004 2424 8585545 PES C A as unn EEREN lt Locked retaining clip A DDR3 DIMM keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one WA direction DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM e The DDR3 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs DO NOT install DDR2 DIMMs to the DDR3 DIMM socket Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs AN or other system components Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components EAX Q87 Users Manual 27 EAX Q87 User s Manual 1 Unlock a DIMM socket by pulling the retaining clips outward 2 Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket 3 Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated 2 5 4 Removing a DIMM 1 Simultaneous
6. CPU 1 SYS 1 CHA 36 37 2 7 14 Front USB Headers 05856 05878 USB910 0581112 37 2 7 15 Front Panel Audio Connector FRAUD 38 2 7 16 Amplifier tice OE D CER DLE RUE LN ES o v NUES 38 Digital VO Connector JDIO dE 39 BIOS ee 40 UE 40 EE 40 QU 41 BIOS VST UTI EAS EN 42 SP Denn pee MAMMA IE 43 2 Advanced BIOS SelUp 44 92429 CAPS T 66 10 e 77 95 OCCU 78 ILO TU 79 6 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 1 Getting Started 1 1 Safety Precautions Warning Always disconnect the power cord from your chassis whenever you work with the hardware Do not make connections while the power is on Sensitive electronic components can be damaged by sudden power surges Only experienced electronics personnel should open the PC chassis Caution Always ground you
7. EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 11 Front Panel Connector F_PANEL1 F_PANEL1 1 HDLED 2 PLED 3 HDLED 4 GND 5 GND 6 PWRETN 7 SYS 8 9 NC 2 2 7 12 Fan Connectors CPU FAN1 SYS 1 CHA CPU FAN1 1 4 FAN 1 C 3 FANCPUDEC1 2 42 1 GND SYS FAN1 O 4 FAN PWM1 C 3 FANCPUDEC1 2 12 1 L 1 GND CHA FAN1 1 4 PWMT C DO OL 3 FANCPUDEC1 2 12 1 GND 36 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 13 SATA Ports SATA1 6 GND C SATA TXP 2 7 14 Front USB Headers 05856 05878 05 910 05 1112 2 41USB 5V 2 USB 5V OOOOO 3 USB 4 USB Oooo 5 USB 6 USB 7 GND 8 GND 9 EAX Q87 User s Manual 37 EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 715 Front Panel Audio Connector FPAUD1 FPAUD1 1 1 21 2 GND 3 2 4 PRESENSE 5 LIN2 6 5 1 7 8 2 1 10 5 2 2 i 2 7 16 Amplifier Connector JAMP1 2 i 38 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 7 17 Digital l O Connector JDIO1 4001 1 T OOOOOO 2 1 SIO_GPIOO 2 510 GPIO4 3 SIO_GPIO1 4 SIO GPIO5 5 510 GPIO2 6 SI
8. Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc Serial Port 4 Configuration Serial Port Enable Enable or Disable Serial Port Configuration options Disabled Enabled Device Setting 258 IRQ 10 Change Setting Auto Select an optimal setting for Super IO device Configuration options Auto IO2258h IRQ 5 IO2250h IRQ 5 10 IO2258h IRQ 5 10 260 IRQ 5 10 IO2268h IRQ 5 10 58 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 8 5 Parallel Port Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc p Parallel Port Enabled version 2 15 1236 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc e Parallel Port Enable Use this item to enable or disable the onboard parallel port Configuration options Disabled Enabled Change Settings Auto Use this item to select an optional setting for Super IO device Configuration Options Auto 378 IRQ 7 378 IRQ 6 7 9 11 12 278 IRQ 6 7 9 11 12 EAX Q87 User s Manual 59 EAX Q87 User s Manual Device Mode STD Printer Mode Use this item to change the Printer Port mode Configuration Options STD Printer Mode SPP Mode EPP 1 9 and SPP Mode EPP 1 7 and SPP Mode ECP Mode ECP Mode and EPP 1 9 Mode ECP Mode and EPP 1 7 Mode 60 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 9 Hardware Monitor PC Health Status Display system health status Apt
9. Intel I210 AT VGA Rear RGB DVI Rear 1 0 lt gt ASMIA gs DDP B Dual Displayport Rear 1 0 DDP PCI E x 4Gen2 gt 4 Slot PCI E x 1 PCI E x 1 Slot PCI Ex 1 Gen2 ee TTEITERUZE 4 PCI slot T PS 2 K M Super I O 16Bit GPIO NCT6776F LPT Fintek 81216 R5232 4 666 5 for 6 SATA USB 2 0 ports x9 Internal USB 3 0 ports x4 Rear USB 2 0 3 0 EAX Q87 User s Manual 11 EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 Hardware Installation 2 1 1 Product Overview Supports latest Intel LGA 1150 CPU socket interface processor the 4nd Generation Intel Core i3 i5 i7 desktop processors which are built on 22 nm technologies to provide smart performance and responsiveness on executing tasks It combines the CPU and GPU to offer fantastic HD media and graphics especially on 3D gaming experience DMI Direct Media Interface architecture connects between the processor and chipset at 5 0GT s which twice the speed of previous version The exceptionally increased interconnect bit rate from 2 5GT s up to 5 0GT s would effectively eliminates the bottle neck of the system performance and brings the most terrific computing experience from the present to the future Doubles the transfer speed of SATA 3G running at speed up to 6 0Gb s and can connect with any other SATA 3 0Gb s and 1 5Gb s devices for backward compatibility Supports RAID O Striped
10. User s Manual 2 7 3 COM Ring In 12V 5V Select SCOMPWR1 Default 2 7 4 Set COM2 RS 232 422 485 Mode JSETCOM1 Default 32 EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 5 ATX Power Connectors EATXPWRI1 2 7 6 12V ATX Power Connector ATX12V1 moo EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 33 EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 7 7 Serial Port 1 Connector 2 ho i 1 DCD 2 RX 3 TX 4 DTR 5 GND 56 DSR 7 RT5 8 5 9 RING 2 7 8 Serial 2 Connector 2 R5232 MODE 1 DCD 2 RX 3 TX 4 DTR 5 6 058 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 RING 5V 12V R547 MODE a ull 1 422 TXD 2 422 RXD OOOOLD 3 422 4 422 RXD OOOO 5 GND 6 7 9 RING SV 12V R5485 MODE 4 1 485 TXD 2 Ie 000 gt 2 9 RING 5V 12V 34 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 7 44 Serial Port 3 6 Connectors COM3 6 1 1 DCD 2 Rx 3 4 DTR 7 RTS 8 CTS n coonooaconG i Tk are ax I 9 RING 2 7 10 LPT Port Connector LPT1 LPT1 STB 7 AFD 99 mrs H PD2 re 0 __ n oof 10 __ 05 131 PD6 DO Hi PD7 4 BUSY Lond 2 PE Il A SLCT loe Ground EAX Q87 Users Manual 35
11. User s Manual Product Warranty Avalue warrants to you the original purchaser that each of its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by persons other than repair personnel authorized by Avalue or which have been subject to misuse abuse accident or improper installation Avalue assumes no liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events Because of Avalue s high quality control standards and rigorous testing most of our customers never need to use our repair service If any of Avalue s products is defective it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period For out of warranty repairs you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials service time and freight Please consult your dealer for more details If you think you have a defective product follow these steps 1 Collect all the information about the problem encountered For example CPU type and speed Avalue s products model name hardware amp BIOS revision number other hardware and software used etc Note anything abnormal and list any on screen messages you get when the problem occurs 2 Call your dealer and describe the problem Please have your manual product and any helpful information available 3 If your product is diagnosed as defective obtain an RMA
12. disk array RAID 1 Mirroring disk array RAID 5 Block Interleaved Distributed Parity RAID 10 A Stripe of Mirrors Provides users the performance and protection Integrated 5 1 channel HD Audio CODEC delivering advanced multi channel audio and bringing you the experience of home theater quality sound Delivers transfer speed ten times faster than conventional 10 100 Ethernet connections supporting a high transfer rate up to Gigabit s Gigabit LAN is the networking standards for the future and 15 ideal for handing large amount of data such as video audio and voice Choose an environment friendly fully RoHS compliant ECS product as the foundation for keeping harmful substances out of our ecosystem 2 1 2 Platform Features and Benefits Integrated Gfx Intel HD Graphics 4000 4600 with enhanced operating modes to enable excellent graphics performance in power and cost sensitive embedded applications DirectX 11 1 Open GL 4 0 let you enjoy awesome graphics performance stunning 3D visual effect and dynamic interactivity Memory support integrated low voltage DDR3 memory controller Operating system support Microsoft 12 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual WindRiver Redhat Novell Green Hills QNX LinuxWorks 2 1 3 Key Architecture Features Supports Intel LGA 1150 CPU the 4nd Generation Intel Core 13 15 17 desktop processors 22nm monolithic die Integrated Gfx Intel HD Grap
13. removing the motherboard Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 2 2 1 Placement Direction When installing the motherboard make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below 2 2 2 Screw Holes Place eight 8 screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis Do not over tighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard Place this side towards the rear of the chassis EAX Q87 User s Manual 15 EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 2 3 Motherboard Layout DP1 COM1 VGA1 PCIEX16 4 1 2 JAMP1 Der DU 0 jon LPT1 JPSON1 CPU FAN1 JDIO1 zv FER EI ATX12V1 s n pod 134 Dnooooopoooco a 5 0 DITET i 2 92 oo ru DI Dara 1 ALITE CS oo OEE a
14. return material authorization number from your dealer This allows us to process your good return more quickly 4 Carefully pack the defective product a complete Repair and Replacement Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date such as your sales receipt in a shippable container A product returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for warranty service 5 Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid to your dealer 4 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual Contents 1 7 1 1 Safety 7 I EE Vc NOTET 7 1 3 Document Amendment History 8 194 TM 9 1 5 Architecture Overview Block 11 2 JHaraware 12 2T 12 2 2 Motherboard earns 15 2 2 1 Placement 15 2022 15 22 Motherboard 16 2 9 J mperand Connector LIST 17 2 4 Central Processing Unit 19 2 4 1 Installing _______ _ 20 2 4 2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and 22 429 SIMO ___________ __6_ 6 _ 25 251 25 2 5 2
15. support if no USB devices are connected DISABLE option will keep USB devices available only for EFI applications Configuration options Enabled Disabled Auto EAX Q87 User s Manual 53 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 8 Super IO Configuration oystem Super IO Chip Parameters E Super IO Configuration Super IO Chip NCT6776F 54 EAX Q87 User s Manual Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Sry EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 8 1 Serial Port 1 configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 1 Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc 89 Serial Port Enabled Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc Serial Port 1 Configuration Serial Port Enable Enable or Disable Serial Port Configuration options Disabled Enabled Device Setting IOZ3F8h IRQ 4 Change Setting Auto Select an optimal setting for Super IO device Configuration options Auto IOZSF8h IRQ 4 IOZSF8h IRQ23 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 IOZ2F8h IRQ 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 IO 3E8h 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 2 8 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 EAX Q87 User s Manual 55 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 8 2 Serial Port 2 configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 2 Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc se Serial Port Enabled version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American
16. 2 Option ROM Disable Enable Disable LAN2 boot option for legacy network devices Configuration options Disabled Enabled EAX Q87 User s Manual 67 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 3 1 1 PCI Express Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American 5 k PCI Express Root Port 1 a Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc 68 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc 51 PT PCI Express Root Port 1 Enabled version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American 15 Inc EAX Q87 User s Manual 69 EAX Q87 User s Manual Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc SES SE E m PCI Express Root Port 5 Enabled Version 2 15 1236 Copyright C 2012 American i55 TNG 70 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 3 1 2 USB Configuration Apt 10 setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc ape aa USB Precondition Disabled nat Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc USB Precondition Disabled e Mode Smart Auto USB ports disable control Disable Configuration options Disabled Enabled EAX Q87 Users Manual 71 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 3 2 System Agent SA Configuration Aptio Setup Util
17. 32 PCI Bus Clocks Configuration options 32 PCI Bus Clocks 64 PCI Bus Clocks 128 PCI Bus Clocks EAX Q87 User s Manual 45 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 2 ACPI Settings Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc 51 0 nlu CPU Stop Cl 15 Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc ACPI Sleep State 51 CPU Stop Clock Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter the SUSPEND button is press Configuration options Suspend Disable 51 CPU Stop Clock 53 suspend to RAM e 53 Video Repost Disable Allows you to determine whether to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3 STR resume Configuration options Disabled Enabled e Wake from S5 Disable e Wake On Ring Control Disable e Resume On RTC Alarm Disable Enable or disable system wake on alarm even When enabled system will wake upon the hr min sec specified Configuration options Disabled Enabled Deep S5 Support Disable e Restore AC Power Loss Power Off specify what state to go to when power is re applied after a power failure G3 state Configuration options Power Off Power On Last State 46 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 2 1 WatchDog Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American 271 HatchDog Count Mode Second s Mode 108 Version 2 15 1236 Copyright
18. American Megatrends Inc Advanced Chipset E itl Save CXLI Setup Prompt Timeout e Setup Prompt Timeout 1 Number of seconds to wait for setup activation key 65535 O0xFFFF means indefinite waiting e NumLock State On Select the keyboard NumLock state Configuration options On Off Quiet Boot Disable Configuration options Enable Disable Boot mode select LEGACY Configuration options UEFI LEGACY e FIXED BOOT ORDER Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the all bootable device EAX Q87 User s Manual 77 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 5 Security Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc As deg Main Advanced Chipset Boot save amp Exit Administrator Password version 2 15 1236 Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc Administrator Password Set setup Administrator Password User Password Set User Password 78 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 6 Save amp Exit Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc _ Main Advan See eam Save 8 Exit Save Changes and Exit 15 2 Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc Save changes and Exit Exit system setup after saving the changes Discard changes and Exit Exit system setup without savi
19. CPU CPU FAN1 4 FAN_PWM1_C 3 FANCPUDEC 1 2 12 1 GND connectors Insufficient air flow inside the system damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors Do not forget to connect the cables to the 2 4 3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan 1 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard 2 Rotate each fastener counterclockwise EAX Q87 User s Manual 23 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard B A 4 Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard 24 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling 2 5 System Memory 2 5 1 Overview The motherboard comes with four 240 pin Double Data Rate 3 DDR3 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM sockets A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as DDR DIMM but has a 240 pin footprint compared to the 240 pin DDR2 DIMM DDR3 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets 8 7 240 DDR3 DIMM sockets EAX Q87 User s Manual 25 EAX Q87 U
20. Megatrends Inc Serial Port 2 Configuration Serial Port Enable Enable or Disable Serial Port Configuration options Disabled Enabled Device Setting IOZ2F8h IRQ 3 Change Setting Auto Select an optimal setting for Super IO device Configuration options Auto IO 2F8h IRQ 3 IO 3F8h IRQ 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 2 8h IRQ 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 IO 3E8h 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 lO 2E8h IRQ 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 e RS485 Auto Flow Control Function Disabled 56 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 8 3 Serial Port 3 configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 3 Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Serial Port Enabled Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc Serial Port 3 Configuration Serial Port Enable Enable or Disable Serial Port Configuration options Disabled Enabled Device Setting 250 IRQ 5 Change Setting Auto Select an optimal setting for Super IO device Configuration options Auto IO2250h IRQ 5 IO2250h 5 10 IO2258h IRQ 5 10 260 IRQ 5 10 IO2268h IRQ 5 10 EAX Q87 User s Manual 57 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 8 4 Serial Port 4 configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 4 Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc ay Serial Port Enabled Version 2 15 1236
21. Memory 26 IMAN a DIMM 26 2 0 4 Removing a DIMM 28 2 6 Expansion 28 2 6 1 Installing an Expansion 29 262 QCohrg riHg Expalislori Can ina E OHIO ese Ines 29 E 29 2 6 4 PCI Express x 4 101 30 250 30 2 7 Setting Jumpers amp 31 2 7 1 Clear CMOS Jumper 4 rrr rari 31 2 7 2 Mode Selection 1 31 2 7 3 2 Ring In 12V 5V Select 1 2 32 2 7 4 Set COM2 RS 232 422 485 Mode 1 32 2 7 5 ATX Power Connectors 1 33 2 7 6 12V ATX Power Connector 12 1 33 2 7 7 Serial Port 1 Connector 34 2 7 6 Oellal POM 2 Gonhector GOMMA scicscvsscxescsuui dear aki AEN E 34 EAX Q87 Users Manual 5 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 2 7 9 Serial Port 3 6 Connectors 6 35 26 10 35 2011 Front Pane Gomecter r PANELT ue a been 36 2 12 Fan Connectors
22. O GPIO6 7 SIO GPIO3 8 SIO_GPIO7 9 SMB CLK MAIN 10 SMB DATA MAIN 11 GND 12 N52792386 EAX Q87 Users Manual 39 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 BIOS Setup 3 1 Introduction The BIOS setup program allows users to modify the basic system configuration This chapter describes how to access the BIOS setup program and the configuration options that may be changed 3 2 Starting Setup The BIOS is immediately activated when you first power on the computer The BIOS reads the system information contained in the NVRAM and begins checking the system and configuring it When it finishes the BIOS seeks an operating system on one of the disks and then launch and turn control over to the operating system While the BIOS is in control the Setup program can be activated in one of two ways By pressing lt Del gt or lt ESC gt immediately after switching the system on or By pressing the lt Del gt or lt ESC gt key when the following message appears briefly at the left top of the screen during the POST Power On Self Test Press lt DEL gt or lt ESC gt to enter SETUP If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup restart the system to try again by turning it OFF then ON or pressing the RESET button on the system case You may also restart by simultaneously pressing Ctrl Alt and Delete keys If you do not press the keys at the correct time and the system does not boot an error messag
23. ation follow the latter Upon purchase of the motherboard make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket pins are not bent Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing or if you see any damage to the PnP cap socket pins motherboard components ADVANSUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment transit related e Keep the cap after installing the motherboard ADVANSUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization RMA requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket e The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket pins resulting from incorrect CPU installation removal misplacement loss incorrect removal of the PnP cap e Install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly before you install motherboard to the chassis lf you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly EAX Q87 User s Manual 19 EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 4 1 Installing the CPU 1 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard 8333 12 3 SAPE RRERATAERRRAAERRAAA M ENTERA 99944 9 9 44 99044 9 2p qa uad 5660 PP PE 2 4 P844 5844 9844 9044 6 42 n bro oe
24. bly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly When you buy a boxed Intel Core 17 15 LGA1150 processor the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink NR assembly If you buy a CPU separately make sure that you use only Intel amp certified multi directional heatsink and fan Your Intel Core i7 15 LGA1150 processor LGA1150 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push pin design and requires no tool to install If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly To install the CPU heatsink and fan 1 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU making sure that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard Narrow end of the groove Fastener Motherboard hole Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector A Make sure each fastener 15 oriented as shown with the narrow groove directed outward 22 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual p 2 Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place A B B A Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector the motherboard labeled
25. e will be displayed and you will again be asked to Press F1 to Continue DEL to enter SETUP 40 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 3 Using Setup The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus Button Description fe cera ony or Satus Page Se Menu and pton Page Seto Mow __ List Box e This box appears only in the opening screen The box displays an initial list of configurable items in the menu you selected Sub menu Note that a right pointer symbol gt appears to the left of certain fields This pointer indicates that you can display a sub menu from this field A sub menu contains additional options for a field parameter To display a sub menu move the highlight to the field and press lt Enter gt The sub menu appears Use the legend keys to enter values and move from field to field within a sub menu as you would within a menu Use the lt Esc gt key to return to the main menu e Take some time to familiarize yourself with the legend keys and their corresponding functions Practice navigating through the various menus and submenus If you accidentally make unwanted changes to any of the fields press lt F3 gt 10 load the optimal default values While moving around through the Setup program note that explanations appear in the Item Specific Help window located to the right of each menu This window displays the help text for t
26. ed BIOS Setup select the Advanced tab from the setup screen to enter the Advanced BIOS Setup screen You can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen such as Chipset configuration to go to the sub menu for that item You can display an Advanced BIOS Setup option by highlighting it using the lt Arrow gt keys All Advanced BIOS Setup options are described in this section The Advanced BIOS Setup screen is shown below The sub menus are described on the following pages 10 Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main ar d Chipset Boot Security Save 8 Exit _ gt PCI Subsystem Settings Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc N Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction 44 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 1 Subsystem Setting The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI PnP devices The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI PnP or legacy ISA devices and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc sg PCI Latency Timer 32 PCI Bus Clocks 2 Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc e PCI Bus Driver Version Displays the information of PCI Bus Driver Version Latency Timer
27. erface Line in Line Out Mic in LAN1 Intel 1217 Gigabit Ethernet controller PHY LAN2 Intel I210 AT Gigabit Ethernet controller Back I O Port 1 x PS2 KB MS Back Panel 1x VGA 1 x DVI D EAX Q87 User s Manual 9 EAX Q87 User s Manual 1 x Display port 1 x COM Port RS 232 2 x RJ45 port 4 x USB 3 0 1 x 3 Audio Jacks Line in Line Out Mic in Internal I O Connector 6 x SATAIII connectors RAID 0 1 5 10 supported 4 x USB 2 0 connectors support additional 8 USB ports 1 x USB 2 0 connectors Vertical A type 5 x COM header COM2 RS 232 422 485 supported w 5V amp 12V supported selected by jumper COM3 6 RS 232 1 x CPU Fan connector 1 x System Fan connector Internal I O 1 x Chassis Intrusion header 1 x Front Audio connector 1 x Front panel header 1 x Printer port 1 x 8 Bit DIO connector 1 x AT ATX power jumper 1 x 24 pin ATX Power connector 1 x 4 pin ATX 12V Power connector Weight 1 321 5 0 6 10 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 1 5 Architecture Overview Block Diagram The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of EAX Q87 4th Gen Intel 16 Core Processor 2ch DDR3 1066 1333 1600 TDP offering Quad Core 95W X2 FDI Display Link oe HD Audio Lynx Point res Intel 1217 LM V Line Out Line inf MIC in Rear gt Front Audio Front lt gd
28. h consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip often protected by a plastic cover that slides over the pins to connect them To close a jumper you connect the pins with the clip open a jumper you remove the clip Sometimes a jumper will have three pins labeled 1 2 and 3 In this case you would connect either two pins Open Closed Closed 2 3 The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows 1 2 3 O Closed Closed 2 3 A pair of needle nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers Connectors on the board are linked to external devices such as hard disk drives a keyboard or floppy drives In addition the board has a number of jumpers that allow you to configure your system to suit your application If you any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your application contact your local distributor or sales representative before you make any changes The following tables list the function of each of the board s jumpers and connectors Jumpers Label Function Note JCMOS1 Clear CMOS Jumper JPSON1 ATX AT Mode Selection JCOMPWR 1 Ring In 12V 5V Select Connectors Label Function Note VGA1 VGA Video Port LAN1 2 Gigabit LAN RJ 45 Connector Line in port Light blue AUDIO1 Line out port Lime Microphone port Pink EAX Q87 User s Manual 17 EAX Q87 User s Manual USB BACK PANEL USB3 0 Connector x 4 DP1 Dis
29. he currently highlighted field EAX Q87 User s Manual 41 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 BIOS Menu Screen When you enter the BIOS the following screen appears The BIOS menu screen displays the items that allow you to make changes to the system configuration To access the menu items press the up down right left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted then press Enter to open the specific menu Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc System Language English General Help Valu General Help Previous Values Optimized Defaults Save 8 Exit Setup ct 42 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 1 Main Setup This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu Use this menu for basic system configurations such as time date etc Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save System Language English Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc BIOS Information Displays the auto detected BIOS information System Date The date format is lt Date gt lt Month gt lt Day gt lt Year gt System Time The time format is lt Hour gt lt Minute gt lt Second gt EAX Q87 User s Manual 43 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 Advanc
30. hics 4000 4600 amp memory controller 4 amp 2 Cores up to 8MB LLC HW accelerated video CODECs Compatible with high speed DDR3 1600 PCle CPU Gen 2 0 5GT s up to 20 lanes 4 ctls 35W 65W 22nm Haswell Platform Intel Turbo Boost Technology More efficient power sharing between CPU and Graphics Intel Hyper Threading Technology Intel Advanced Vector Extensions 2 Intel AVX2 Intel Transactional Synchronization Extensions TSX Integrated Display Interfaces Triple Independent Display Support DVI D Analog VGA Display Port Intel HD Graphics 4000 4600 DirectX 11 1 Improved realism for DX 3D applications Improved rendering OpenGL 4 0 Improved realism for OGL 3D based application UVD Unified Video Decoder 2 01 Hardware decode of most common HD codecs MPEG 2 264 MPEG 4 and VC 1 Supports ATI Hybrid CrossFireXTM Technology2 Intel Quick Sync Video Enables faster and higher quality video editing recording and sharing PCI Express x 16 Gen 3 8GT s EAX Q87 User s Manual 13 EAX Q87 User s Manual PCI Express x 4Gen 3 8GT s PCI 2 3 interface Six SATA ports 6 ports of Gen 3 0 support RAID 0 1 5 10 Gigabit Ethernet Media Access Controller IPv4 and IPv6 Checksum Offload High Definition Audio USB Gen 2 0 up to 9 Ports Gen 3 0 up to 4 Ports SMBus 2 0 LPC Bus Supports SPI devices Hardware M
31. io Setup Utility Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc coU Smart Fan Function Enabled b Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc EAX Q87 User s Manual 61 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 9 1 Smart Fan Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc Smart Fan Function Enabled Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc Smart Fan Function Enable Configuration options Disabled Enabled 62 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 9 2 Smart Fan Mode Configruation Smart Fan Mode configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc 5271 SYS_FAN1 Smart Fan Mode Manual Mode 4t Version 2 15 1236 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc e System Fan Mode Manual Mode Select system Fan mode Configuration options Manual Mode Thermal Cruise Mode e CPU Fan Mode Manual Mode select CPU Fan mode Configuration options Manual Mode Thermal Cruise Mode e CHA Fan Mode Manual Mode Select CHA Fan mode Configuration options Manual Mode Thermal Cruise Mode EAX Q87 Users Manual 63 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 10 Option ROM Policy Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Launch Storage OpROM policy Legacy only Launch Storage OpROM policy Controls the exec
32. ity Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Chipset Graphics Configuration b 4 A c Oo Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc VT d Capability Enabled set VT d Enable or Disable Configuration options Disabled Enabled 72 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 3 2 1 Graphics Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc LAL og Primary Display Auto Version 2 1236 ur ight 0 2012 Amer ican Mega t rends Inc e Primary Display AUTO select which of IGFX PEG Graphics device should be Primary Display or select SG for owitchable Gfx Configuration options AUTO IGFX PEG PCIE Internal Graphics Aperture Size e DVMT Pre Allocated 32M select DVMT 5 0 Pre Allocated Fixed graphics memory size used by the internal graphics device Configuration options 32 512 DVMT Total Gfx Mem 256M select DVMT 5 0 total graphics memory size used by the internal graphics device Configuration options 128M 256M MAX EAX Q87 User s Manual 73 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 3 2 1 1 Boot Display Control Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc OF Boot Display Type VBIOS Default Version 2 15 1236 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Boot Display VBIOS Default select the Video Device that will be ac
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34. ly press the retaining clips downward to unlock the DIMM 2 Remove the DIMM from the socket Unlocked retaining clip gt 2 Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force 2 6 Expansion Card In the future you may need to install expansion cards The following sub sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support expansion cards Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and Make sure to unplug power cord before adding removing damage motherboard components 28 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 6 1 Installing 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 that you intend to use Keep the screw for later use 4 Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot 5 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier 6 Replace the system cover 2 6 2 Configuring an Expansion Card After installing the expansion card configure it by adjusting the software settings 1 on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any See Chapter 2 for inf
35. n the CMOS RAM that may make booting impossible this should happen clear the CMOS settings see the description of the Jumper Seitings for details If you have any suggestions or find any errors concerning this manual and want to inform us please contact our Customer Service department with the relevant details 8 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 1 4 System Specifications System CPU Socket LGA1150 supports Core 17 15 13 CPU BIOS AMI 64 Mb BIOS System Chipset Intel Q87 I O Chipset Nuvoton NCT6776F 4 x 240 Pin DIMM sockets supports DDR3 memories 1066 1600 1333 MHz up to 32GB Watchdog Timer Reset 1 sec 255 min and 1 sec or 1 min step Memory temer Monitoring temperatures voltages and cooling fan status Auto throttling control when CPU overheats 1 x PCI E x16 slot 1x PCle x4 slot 1x PCle x1 slot 4 x PCI Slots PCI 2 3 compliant DIO 8 Bit 4 in 4 out 53 54 Wake up on LAN or Ring Smart Fan Control Yes CPU FAN by SIO Expansion Slots LAN PXE Display Intel Graphics Media Accelerator HD 4000 5000 Series DVMT Support up to 1 7GB Memory 2048 x 1536 bpp 75Hz DVI Display Port on board up to 2048 x 1536 Chipset Display Memory Max Resolution Triple Display on board via level shifter up to 1920 x 1200 on board up to 1920 x 1200 Display Port Audio Codec Realtek ALC892 5 1 2 with two independent Streaming Audio Int
36. ng the changes Save changes and Reset Reset system after saving the changes Discard changes and Reset Reset system without saving the changes Restore Defaults Restore Load default values for all the setup option EAX Q87 User s Manual 79
37. onitor Fan control Voltage Temp Watchdog timer Power Management Dual Dynamic Power Management Separate power planes for cores and memory controller Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI 5 0 AMD PowerNow and AMD Cool n Quiet technologies support Before you Proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings IN Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object such as the power supply case before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity e Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them e Whenever you uninstall any component place it on a grounded anti static pad or in the bag that came with the component e Before you install or remove any component ensure that the AT X power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard peripherals and or components 14 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 2 Motherboard Overview Before you install the motherboard study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the motherboard sure to unplug power cord before installing or
38. ormation on BIOS setup 2 Assign an IRQ to the card if needed Refer to the tables on the next page 3 Install the software drivers for the expansion card 2 6 3 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications The following figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot ops ARRRAAASREZATSAEKA EAX Q87 User s Manual 29 EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 6 4 PCI Express x 4 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x4 slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications The following figure shows a RAID card installed on the PCI Express x 4 slot 20000 660580 290900 2 6 5 PCI slot This motherboard supports one PCI slot that complies with the PCI specifications The following figure shows a audio card installed on the PCI slot 30 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 Setting Jumpers amp Connectors 2 7 1 Clear CMOS Jumper JCMOS1 Normal Clear CMOS 1 Default 2 7 2 ATX AT Mode Selection JPSON1 ATX MODE AT MODE 1 1 Default EAX Q87 User s Manual 31 EAX Q87
39. play Port KBMS1 PS 2 Keyboard amp Mouse Connector EATXPWR 1 24pin ATX Power Connector ATX12V1 12V ATX Power Connector Serial port 1 Connector COM2 Serial port 2 Connector JSETCOM 1 Set COM2 RS 232 422 485 Mode COM3 6 Serial Port 3 6 Connectors LPT1 LPT Port Connector F PANEL1 Front Panel Connector CPU 1 CPU Fan Connector SYS FAN1 System Fan Connector CHA 1 Fan Connector SATA1 6 Serial ATA Connector USB56 78 910 1112 Front USB Header USB13 USB connector FPAUD1 Front Panel Audio Connector 1 Amplifier Connector JDIO1 Digital Connector 4 PCI slot PCIEX16 4 1 1 1 PCle Connector DIMMA B DDR3 LONG DIMM Socket SPI1 SPI Connector DVI DVID Video port Wish device yeu plug n The on screen message alerting you about Qui headphones being connected to the computer The Realtek audio software features an automatic jack sensing option to let you know when something has been inserted into an audio port 18 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 2 4 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the Intel Core 17 15 13 processor in the 1150 land package Your boxed Intel Core i7 15 LGA1150 processor package should come with installation instructions for the CPU fan and heatsink assembly If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU document
40. ration options Disabled CPU C7 CPU C7s 3 4 2 4 SATA Configuration Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends SATA Controller s Enabled Serial ATA Controller s Enabled Enabled Disabled Serial ATA Controller 0 Configuration options Disabled Enabled SATA Mode IDE Support IDE AHCI or RAID mode Configuration options IDE AHCI RAID 50 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 5 PCH FW Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc EAX Q87 User s Manual 51 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 6 AMT Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc m Enabled Version 2 15 1236 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Intel AMT Enabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled Un Configure ME Disabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled 52 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 7 USB Configuration USB Configuration Parameters Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc aa Legacy USB Support Enabled Version 2 15 1236 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc USB Device Display how many devices are connected Legacy USB Support Enabled Enables Legacy USB support AUTO option disables legacy
41. rself to remove any static charge before touching the CPU card Modern electronic devices are very sensitive to static electric charges As a safety precaution use a grounding wrist strap at all times Place all electronic components in a static dissipative surface or static shielded bag when they are not in the chassis 1 2 Packing List Before you begin installing the single board make sure that the following materials are included in the package 1x EAX Q87 ATX Main board 1x DVD ROM contains OS drivers 2x COM cable 2x SATA cable 1x 1 O shield If any of the above items is damaged missing contact your retailer EAX Q87 Users Manual 7 EAX Q87 User s Manual 1 3 Document Amendment History Revision Dae October 2013 Initial Release This manual describes the Avalue Technology EAX Q87 Single Board We have tried to include as much information as possible but have not duplicated information that is provided in the standard IBM Technical References unless proven to be necessary to aid in the understanding of this board We strongly recommend that you read this manual carefully before attempting to install the EAX Q87 series or change the standard configurations Whilst all the necessary information is available in this manual it is recommend to contact your supplier for guidance for any queries and concern Please be aware that it is possible to create configurations withi
42. ser s Manual Channel Socket DIMMA1 Channel A DIMMA2 DIMMB1 Channel B DIMMB2 2 5 2 Memory Configurations You may install 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 8GB unbuffered ECC or non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section e IF you installed four memory modules the system may detect less than of total memory because of address space allocation for other critical functions This limitation applies to Windows XP 32 bit version operating system since it does not support PAE Physical Address Extension mode IF you install Windows XP 32 bit version operating system we recommend that you install less than 3GB of total memory For dual channel configuration the total size of memory module s installed per channel must be the same for better performance DIMMA1 DIMMA2 DIMMB1 DIMMB2 When using one DDR3 DIMM module install into DIMMB 1 slot only When using two DDR3 DIMM modules install into DIMMA1 and DIMMB 1 slots only e Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimum compatibility it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor Refer to the memory Qualified Vendors List on the next page for details Due to CPU limitation DIMM modules with 128 Mb memory chips or double sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this motherboard 2 5 3 Installing a DIMM 1 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward 2
43. tivated during POST This has no effect if external graphics present Secondary booty display selection will appear based on your selection VGA modes will be supported only on primary display Configuration options VBIOS Default CRT Display Port DVI D 74 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 3 2 2 PCle Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc Chipset PEG1 Gen X Auto Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 0 2012 American Megatrends Inc 1 Gen X Auto Configure PEGO Gen3 Configuration options Auto Gen1 Gen2 Gen3 e C7 Allowed Disable e Enable PEG Auto To enable Disable the PEG slot Configuration options Auto Enable Disable e Detect Non Compliance Device Disable e Program PCle ASPM after OpROM Disable e PEG1 ASPM Disabled Control ASPM support for the PEG Device This has no effect if PEG is not the currently active device EAX Q87 Users Manual 75 EAX Q87 User s Manual Configuration options Disabled Auto ASPM 10 ASPM L1 ASPM LOsL1 3 4 3 2 3 Memory Information Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc e Memory Information Display Memory Information 76 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 4 Boot Boot Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copuright 2012
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45. ution of UEFI and Legacy Storage ODROM Configuration options Do not launch UEFI only Legacy only Other PCI Device ROM priority Configuration options UEFI OpROM Legacy OpROM 64 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 2 11 Intel RC Driver Version Detail Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc EAX Q87 User s Manual 65 EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 3 Chipset Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save amp Exit Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc gt PCH IO Configuration Version 2 15 1236 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends 66 EAX Q87 User s Manual EAX Q87 User s Manual 3 4 3 1 Configuration Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc k PCI Express Configuration gt US Pat Lor Version 2 15 1236 Copyright 2012 American Megatrends Inc LAN1 Controller Enable Enable Disable LAN1 Controller Configuration options Disabled Enabled LAN 1 Option ROM Disable Enable Disable LAN1 boot option for legacy network devices Configuration options Disabled Enabled Wake on from 55 Disable LAN2 Controller Enable Enable Disable LAN1 Controller Configuration options Disabled Enabled LAN
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