ASUS H81M-PLUS LGA1150 mATX MB 2xDDR3 (MAX MEM SUPPORTED 16GB) 1xD-Sub + 1xDVI + 1xHDMI 1xPCIe x16
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ASUS 5X Protection
All-round protection provides the best quality, reliability, and durability
ASUS motherboards guard your PC with 5X Protection. We use quality components
like DIGI+ VRM digital power design for precise CPU power on demand, ESD units
tested to strict standards that eliminate electrostatic interference, and
resettable fuses around DRAM slots to prevent overcurrent and short-circuit
damage. We also use corrosion-resistant back I/O shields, all examples of ASUS
providing the best possible reliability and durability.
DIGI+ VRM
Precise power control and long-lasting stability
Voltage regulator modules (VRMs) are among the most essential motherboard
components. A good VRM intelligently delivers CPU power based on actual needs at
any given time. ASUS was first with digital power design featuring faster
sensing and response to deliver precise CPU power on demand. This great accuracy
reduces energy waste and of course improves system stability thanks to more
consistent delivery.
Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
Short-circuit damage prevention
Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This
extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard system and device lifespan.
ESD Guards
Strong ESD protection for extended component lifespan
Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can happen suddenly, and their damaging effects
are often underestimated. ASUS ESD Guards offer an active protective circuit
design that ensures electrostatic discharges are properly grounded, providing
greater component longevity.
High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid State Capacitors
2.5X longer lifespan with excellent durability
ASUS high-quality solid state capacitors assure a 5,000-hour lifespan,
equivalent to 2.5 times longer than traditional capacitors. All capacitors pass
testing under temperatures as high as 105 degrees centigrade and meet Japanese
industrial standards to provide excellent durability and enhanced thermal
capacity.
Stainless Steel Back I/O
3X more durable corrosion-resistant coating
ASUS motherboard back I/O panels are made from strong and corrosion-resistant
stainless steel, which is bonded with a thin layer of chromium oxide to enhance
anti-corrosive properties. Passing 72-hour spray salt endurance tests, ASUS
stainless steel back I/O panels have a usage life three times longer compared to
ordinary panels.
New UEFI BIOS
IntroNew EZ ModeMy Favorites/ShortcutQuick Note/Last ModifiedSATA Port Renaming
New UEFI BIOS ? friendlier and more intuitive
Exclusive EZ Mode adds useful info to become even easier
Media-renowned UEFI BIOS from ASUS provides the smoothest mouse-controlled
graphical BIOS, and now features more intuitive functions to quickly take you to
favorite BIOS pages and frequently-accessed settings through custom shortcuts.
You can even write quick notes in-BIOS for future reference, view an activity
log of setting changes and modifications, and rename SATA ports. EZ Mode has a
whole new look, upgraded with extra-friendly capabilities like detailed fan
controls, XMP profile settings, SATA information, and fast clock adjustment.
Together, these perfect your BIOS experience.
Hands-on Video
1. Fast Clock Adjustment
Easily change the time and date in EZ Mode using the mouse.
2. EZ XMP Settings
Quickly apply XMP settings in UEFI BIOS EZ Mode, achieving better DRAM
performance.
3. EZ Fan Settings
As demanded by the community, detailed fan controls come to EZ Mode so you can
switch fan profiles for quick cooling and noise-level supervision.
4. SATA Information
Displays each SATA port details for you to easily recognize devices.
My Favorites
Get all your favorite functions on one page
F4 or right click to add settings to My Favorites under Advanced Mode, which
cuts time spent on searching and further speeds up system tuning.
Shortcut
One press to apply and access frequent settings
Now you can customize your own shortcut log by pressing F4 or right clicking to
create shortcuts to frequently-used settings. Instantly access them by simply
hitting the F3 hotkey.
Quick Note
You no longer need to have a pen and paper notepad around. Quick Note works
inside the BIOS so you can just type remarks and ideas to help you remember
important settings info and save time on trial and error.
Last Modified
Always forget those important BIOS changes you did? This friendly function
creates a tuning log to track your BIOS settings history, which can be saved
onto a USB drive.
SATA Port Renaming
You can rename your SATA ports for easy identification, including by usage
scenario. Get greater convenience and spend less time on finding the right
devices when you want to change settings.
Performance Optimization
USB 3.0 BoostGPU BoostNetwork iControlLatest transfer technology
USB 3.0 Boost (UASP Support)
170% faster transfer speeds than traditional USB 3.0
ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) in
Windows 8. With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is
significantly increased up to 170%, adding to already fast USB 3.0 performance.
ASUS software automatically accelerates data rates for compatible USB 3.0
peripherals without any user interaction.
World?s 1st USB 3.0 UASP support ? instantly 170% faster.
Complete USB 3.0 solution ? performance boost under Turbo Mode or UASP Mode for
most USB devices.
Simple plug and boost ? auto detection design ensures best performance.
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GPU Boost
Go to the limit with iGPU level up!
GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. The
user-friendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. It easily
delivers stable system-wide upgrades for every use.
Network iControl
Real-time network bandwidth management
One click to prioritize network traffic for applications you're currently using
or set up favorite profiles to run at specific times. Avoid network congestion,
speed up downloading, and make sure online gaming runs optimized, all through an
intuitive user interface.
Complete USB 3.0 integration
Double USB access, double the convenience
ASUS facilitates USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel.
Experience the latest plug n play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster
than USB 2.0. Our motherboards afford greater convenience with high speed
connectivity.
SATA 6.0 Gb/s
Twice the speed
ASUS provides SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data
retrieval, and double the bandwidth of SATA 3Gb/s.
EZ DIY
Q-Slot
Q-Slot
Effortless PCI Express component removal
Press the Q-Slot clip lightly, and graphics cards just pop out. The large winged
clip is easy to reach so you don?t have to struggle with installing or removing
even the biggest graphics cards.
Hands-on Video
Windows 8 Exclusive Features
ASUS Boot SettingProbe II Sense
ASUS Boot Setting
Multiple startup options
Thanks to ASUS Windows 8 hardware optimization, ASUS Boot Setting provides
better flexibility in customizing your PC?s startup process. You can shorten
system boot-up time to 2-seconds* for a smoother user experience under Windows
8, and even previous versions of Windows. Also, you can enter the BIOS directly
with one click through a user-friendly interface, and quickly select your
preferred system boot up method: either get to the OS in seconds or opt for
regular boot up. Whatever your choice, settings are saved and persistent, with
no need to choose every time you power on.
*On select models
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Probe II Sense
Handy system monitoring
Popular ASUS real-time system monitoring software now available for Windows 8.
It helps you supervise your entire PC through a live tile on the Windows 8 start
screen, and make quick adjustments. Probe II Sense is a free app available from
the Windows Store.
Additional Features
AI Suite 3EPUFan XpertBIOS maintenance
AI Suite 3
One-stop access to innovative ASUS features
ASUS AI Suite 3 offers a brand new user experience through a clearer and more
attractive interface with support for larger monitors. It consolidates all
exclusive ASUS features into one simple-to-use package, allowing you to
supervise overclocking, energy consumption, fan speeds, voltages and more. This
all-in-one app offers diverse and easy to use functionality, with no need to
switch back and forth between different utilities.
EPU
All-round energy efficiency and detailed CPU wattage settings
Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through the AI Suite 3
utility. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting
current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. It can
directly reduce CPU wattage to an indicated level on demand and manually switch
to Max Power Saving Mode for further energy savings, creating a more efficient
PC.
Fan Xpert
Dedicated CPU and case fan controls
ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust CPU and case fan speeds
according to different ambient temperatures in diverse climate conditions and
locations, as well as actual PC loading. Various preset fan performance profiles
offer flexible fan speed controls to achieve a quiet and cool environment.
CrashFree BIOS 3
Restore corrupted BIOS data from USB storage
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB
flash drive or support CD containing a BIOS file. This utility saves you the
cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.
Hands-On Video
EZ Flash 2
Easy BIOS updates from USB outside the OS
Quickly update your BIOS from a USB flash drive before entering the OS. It only
takes a few clicks, with no floppy disk or an OS-based flash utility.
Multi-GPU/Monitors
4K Ultra HD
4K Ultra HD ready
Discover future visual experiences
Following up on popular 1080p full HD, 4K Ultra HD is the next big thing, and
you?re ready for the upgrade thanks to integrated graphics that natively support
up to 4096 x 2160 via HDMI or DisplayPort. That?s four times the pixel count of
1080p (1920 x 1080), offering incredible visual clarity, detail, and realism.
CPU and Chipset Features
CPU and chipset Intel features
Intel® LGA1150 4th Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/Pentium®/Celeron®
Processors Ready
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
(2 DIMM) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 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® H81 Express Chipset
The Intel® H81 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 up to two USB 3.0 ports
for up to ten times faster transfer rates than USB 2.0. Moreover, the Intel® H81
Express chipset also supports iGPU functionality, letting users enjoy the latest
Intel integrated graphics performance.
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.
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list
Chipset
Intel® H81
Memory
2 x DIMM, Max. 16GB, DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual
CPUs.
* Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
* Due to Intel® chipset limitation, DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory modules on
XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600 Mhz.
Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor
Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DVI/RGB ports
- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz / 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz
- Supports DVI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports RGB with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB
Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™
Dual independent displays support with HDMI/DVI and D-Sub
Expansion Slots
1 x PCIe x16
3 x PCIe 2.0 x1
Storage
Intel® H81 chipset :
2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), yellow
2 x SATA 3Gb/s port(s), dark brown
Supports Intel® Rapid Start Technology, Intel® Smart Connect Technology *1
LAN
Realtek® 8111G, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
Audio
Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC *2
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
USB Ports
ASMedia® ASM1042 controller :
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue)
Intel® H81 chipset :
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (2 at mid-board)
Intel® H81 chipset :
8 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, black, 4 at mid-board)
Special Features
ASUS 5X Protection :
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 3 Phase digital power design
- ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Short circuit damage prevention
- ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection
- ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.5x long lifespan with excellent
durability
- ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O - 3x more durable corrosion-resistant coating
ASUS EPU :
- EPU
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- GPU Boost
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger+
- Anti-Surge
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
- Network iControl
- USB 3.0 Boost
- Disk Unlocker
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Slot
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
1 x D-Sub
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
2 x USB 3.0 (blue)
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)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
2 x SATA 3Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
1 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x Internal speaker connector(s)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
Accessories
User's manual
I/O Shield
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
BIOS
64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a,
Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick
Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM
SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information
Manageability
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Support Disc
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
EZ Update
Anti-Virus Software (OEM Version)
Form Factor
uATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 7.2 inch ( 24.4 cm x 18.3 cm )
Note
*1-1:Due to the limitation of the Intel® H81chipset, Intel® Rapid Start
Technology can be configured only from the BIOS Setup program.
*1-2:These functions will work depending on the CPU installed.
*2:Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel
audio output.