This motherboard supports Intel 4th generation Core i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors in the LGA1150 package, with iGPU, memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, 2-channel (4 DIMM) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance. Intel 4th generation Core i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world.
Intel Q87 Express Chipset
The Intel Q87 Express chipset is a single-chipset design that supports socket LGA1150 4th generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. It natively supports USB 3.0 ports for up to ten times faster transfer rates than USB 2.0. Moreover, the Intel Q87 Express chipset also supports iGPU functionality, letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphics performance.
Intel Smart Response Technology
SSD speed with HDD capacity
Uses an installed fast SSD (min18.6GB available capacity required) as a cache for frequently-accessed data. Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of unnecessary hard drive spin. This technology combines SSD performance with hard drive capacity, operating up to 6X faster than a hard drive-only system.
Intel Smart Connect Technology
Auto application refresh and shorter wait times
Your computer can receive web updates with fresh content for selected applications, even when the system is in sleep mode. This means less time waiting for applications to update and sync with the cloud, leading to a more efficient computing experience.
Intel Rapid Start Technology
Instantly awaken your PC from sleep mode
Allows your computer to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in seconds. Saving your system memory to the designated SSD, it provides your computer a faster wake-up response time, while still keeping energy use low.
Intel vPro
Intel vPro Technology allows IT organizations to remotely manage corporate PCs, even when they are powered off or with non-functional operating systems. It features Intel Active Management Technology and offers a lighter-weight form of virtualization to audit all Intel AMT-based platforms in a networked environment. PCs with Intel vPro Technology allow IT departments to remotely retrieve assets and hardware/software inventories, contain security threats, resolve system problems, and increase the uptime of desktops with lower maintenance costs.
Intel SBA support
Intel SBA (Small Business Advantage) is a combination of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity capabilities designed for small businesses. Intel SBA requires MEI drivers (AMT host software kit) be installed.
Platform requirements:
Windows 7/8 (32/64-bit)
Lynx Point PCH with Core Haswell CPU (Shark Bay platforms) with 5MB ME 9.0 firmware load
CPU and chipset requirements:
Intel Core i3/i5/i7 with one of these chipsets: B85, H87, Q87
Intel Core i5/i7 vPro with one of these chipsets: B85, H87, Q87
The Intel Management Engine software kit must be installed (The Local Manageability Service and the Intel Management Engine Interface must be installed and running.)
Local Administrator rights on the target machine
Intel SBA does not support the 800 x 600 screen resolution.
Some models without the 5MB ME firmware do not support Intel SBA. Please refer to the spec sheet for details.
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
GreenASUS
Motherboards are EU Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, which requires products meet high efficiency standards with regards to energy consumption. This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environmentally-friendly and energy-efficient products through design and innovation that reduce the carbon footprint of products and thus mitigate ecological impact.
5 Years Warranty
The extreme reliability of Commercial Series is not only based on the highest testing standards, bespoke motherboard design & commercial focused features, and military-grade TUF components, but also on the 5 Years Warranty* which is proudly provided.
This service will follow the local standard and service policy.
This service only covers failures or malfunctions that occur during the warranty period and under normal use conditions, as well as any material or workmanship defects.
Specifications
- CPU
Intel Socket 1150 for 4th Generation Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron Processors
Supports Intel 22 nm CPU
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
* The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
- Chipset
Intel Q87
- Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
* Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
- Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor
Multi-VGA output support : DVI-D/DVI-I/DisplayPort ports
- Supports DVI-D with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports DVI-I with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz / 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz
Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously
- Expansion Slots
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (beige)
1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4 mode, black)
1 x PCIe 2.0 x1 (brown)
1 x PCI (beige)
1 x mini-PCIe 2.0 x1 (full-length, black) *
- Storage
Intel Q87 chipset : *
5 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), brown
1 x mini-SATA 6Gb/s port(s), black
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Rapid Start Technology, Intel Smart Connect Technology
- LAN
Intel I217LM, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
Realtek 8111G, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
- Audio
Realtek ALC887-VD 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking, Anti-pop Function
- USB Ports
Intel Q87 chipset :
4 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, , 2 at mid-board)
Intel Q87 chipset :
8 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 4 at mid-board)
- Special Features
- TUF Components (Alloy choke, Ti-Cap. & MOSFET; certified by military-standard)
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- AI Suite 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- ASUS Fan Xpert 2
ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
- ASUS MyLogo 2
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
TPM IC Onboard
Bespoke Motherboard Design & Commercial Focused Features :
- Layout Design: Maximized microATX layout for better thermal performance
- ASUS Watchdog Timer AP: Your system will always run, non-stop
- Total ESD Guard: Strongest electrostatic protection for maximum lifespan
- Stainless Steel Back I/O: Three times more corrosion resistance
- Overcurrent Protection: Short circuit prevention, protects your system
- Operating System Support
Windows 8
Windows 7
- Back I/O Ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard (purple)
1 x PS/2 mouse (green)
1 x DVI-D
1 x DVI-I
1 x DisplayPort
2 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
2 x USB 3.0
4 x USB 2.0
3 x Audio jack(s)
- Internal I/O Ports
1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.0 port(s)
2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x LPT1 header
2 x COM port(s) connector(s)
5 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x mSATA connector
1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x Internal speaker connector(s)
1 x System panel(s)
1 x Chassis Intrusion connector(s)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
- Accessories
User's manual
I/O Shield
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
- BIOS
128 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- Manageability
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE
- Support Disc
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
- Form Factor
mATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm )
- Note
* Mini-SATA and mini-PCIe share the same slot. When mini-SATA card is inserted, mini-PCIe will not be usable, and vice versa.
* Full-length mini-PCIe slot supports full/half length mini card.
